Mondovi High School - Mirror Yearbook (Mondovi, WI)

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realize that we must be “rowing and not drifting.” We especially feel this keenly in this, the world's present crisis. This critical time in the history of our nation places many responsibilities upon the youth of this country. We shall be called upon to meet her requirements in every needed vocation and avocation. We feel that we are strong enough, to uphold the ideals for which she is striving. As a farewell greeting, we have endeav- ored to prepare for you as interesting a programme as circumstances would permit with the loss, in the last six weeks, of our boys to the farm, to the army and to the navy. Hoping that you may derive the pleasure in hearing our renditions that we have had in preparing them for vou— we again extend to you a hearty welcome. —Louise I’atl.tt. CLASS PROPHECY. We, the Seniors of the Mondovi High School, deem it wise To tell you some mysteries that will open your eyes In short, to tell the history of this remarkable class Is a difficult problem which only Milton surpassed. Through the darkening mists we see a strange sight Rome Seyforth, our “prexy,” winning a prize fight. Vera Blum our Vice President, we plainly see For a successful society belle is she. Walter Tan ,, a busy man, travels through the towns. Always in a hurry, trying to make his rounds. Ada Holmes, pianist, is known o’er all the earth She plays to appreciative audiences who recognize her worth. Ole Langehough, as Fatty Arbuckle Would make a blind man chuckle. Now the mist changes and Beulah we see As play ground directress keeping the children in glee. (Jail Babcock is a successful Engineer And dares to drive fast if the coast is clear. Mae Blodgett and Marian Funk are sisters in a mighty cause They firmly believe that women should make and enforce the laws. Wav down in heathen India we see a shining light Where Myrtle Paulson, our missionary, teaches the natives to do right F. rest Canar. is our one star artor In the Gilmanton movies he is an important factor. Helen Feller, as kindergarten teacher is really well known. For with her careful managing her vocation to us she has shown.

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Houser Rockwell s fluency in committing poetry to memory, we will to Helmer Johnson. (We anticipate that it will be of some assistance to him.) Vivian Hartman s position in society we bequeath to Mae Moy. We leave Cora Thompson’s prerogative of asking questions and inquiries for facts, to Edna Lundberg, a progressive Junior. Edna Hanson wills her ability as an expert in the art of teaching dancing and driving cars to Irene Werrell and hopes she will also have excellent results. IX TESTIMONY WHEREOF, we have signed and sealed this instrument, and in the presence of witnesses pub- “SALUTJ “ROWING NOT DRIFTING.” Louise Parker, ’17. Citizens of the community, members of the faculty and students of the Mondovi Iliirh School: In behalf of the graduat- ing class of 1017, I most cordially welcome you to our Commencement Exercises. It is with a feeling of deepest gratitude that we greet you, for we realize that it has l een vour ready support and your kind sympathy that have helped to make it jiossible for us to celebrate together this joyous occasion. Hour years ago when we, as aspiring Freshmen, entered upon our High School career, we chose as our class motto “Rowing not Drifting.” This motto we have tried to make symbolical of ourselves even though it meant continuous and strenuous efforts on our part. The fact that we are this evening eagerly and expectantly awaiting our diplomas signifies that we have been constantly rowing our wav in deep waters so as not to have been stranded on rocks, and have overcome the temptation to take the easier course and lazily drift down the stream without aim. We. however, have had wise guidance on this difficult and uncertain voyage, for our faithful and conscientious teachers have been constantly at the stern, directing and guiding us. lished and declared it to be our last High School will and testament. Done at Mondovi High School, June 1, 1917. SENIOR CLASS. (SEAL.) I he undersigned were present and witnessed the signing and sealing of the foregoing instrument and at their request and in their presence, signed their names as witnesses to said declaration, and thereby expressed their lielief that said testators were at Lie time of sound and disposing mind. MARGARET JACOBI. EDNA HANSON. TORY.” Perhaps at times our courage has almost. failed us; but the expectation of our friends and the perseverance and the faithfulness of our teachers inspired us with new hope and courage. It is with a strange mingling of emotions that we are before you tonight, for we all realize that this commencement opens a new era in our lives. Throughout our whole school life the School Board, our friends, and our teachers have taken a live and a watchful interest in us. Thev have helped us row in the right direction and have mapped out for us our course. However, from now on we can no longer lie dependent on the wise guidance; instead, we shall have to lie thrown on our own resources, planning our own individual careers. May of the old ties will be broken as our ways separate, and new friendships will replace the old ones. Heretofore, our school activities and our common interests have brought m together and determined our friendships. In the future all will lie different. Our lifes work will bring us in contact with many people, and the friendships we make, and the companionship we seek will lie a true index to our character, re-veaMng our ideals and ambitions. Life will mean the putting forth of even more strenuous efforts; more than ever we shall

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the r» xzz Houser Rockwell, a tenor, is known o’er all the land Ao neid to ask a luestion, he’s a Thomas A. Edisonman. “.Manicuring and Madame Lillian Hair Dressing’ done in the latest style nuseling says with her usual cheery smile. Lyle JxMnnis, a busy man, surely takes the “Cake.” Hu s a famous dentist who can cure the toothache. Cora Thompson is as happy as she can be W ith her parrot and cats numbering three. The telephone is a useful thing, but it takes some one to run Hazel Cosford in that role has surely reached the summit. it. To our old M. H. S. Paul Evans has brought fame In football lie’s a power; to star is his highest aim. Edith Halverson, a red cross nurse, has also won her fame ror down at the smoky battle front well known is her name. K.'iicl Fuller and Allan Smith are patriots brave They have gone to the coast, their country to save. lar in the hazy distance shines another smiling face Guiding her airship. Edna Hanson, sails through time and space. Down in the heart of the great city Tell Iaiverne Adams, the Earlier, is gaining fame “pell mell.” Louise Parker, a charming miss Can ride horses, though some times’ } 3Mi[ lu her married life Kathleen Walsh is entertaining and gay She i, happy in her home and smiles all the day. For Margaret Jacobi there are no hours of woe As gayly she trips the light fantastic tee. As we listen to the Salvation Army sing We hear Vera Riesecker’s alto voice ring. And now mv task is ended and T hope you will believe T hat as we brilliant Seniors gladlv take our leave We face the world tomorrow with a keener sense of joy. And yet. not without sadness in losing comrades we enjoy Tomorrow we 11 be separated and he a class of the past Rut we will lie true to our Alma Mater as long as her colors last.