Nixon Township High School - Nixonia Yearbook (Weldon, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 106 of the 1921 volume:

c °ixonia Volume IV of cNixon Township Hi h School 01lI55 of 19 2 1 ‘Dedication To Our Parents: Who have made possible this institution known ns Nixon Township Hi h School. Who have sacrificed much that we mi ht enjoy its advantages and pleasures. Who have rejoiced at our smiles, shared with us our tears, and made our success their chief aim. We. the class of 1921. most gratefully dedicate this fourth volume of the cNixonia. 1921 7 : .V .V O V .1 3 History of Nixon Township High School It became very evident during the school year 1915 -1916 that something should be done to extend the two year high school course then offered. A township high school was suggested. This seemed to the most feasible plan, and it was strongly endorsed by a large number of the voters. Sixtv-six sections of the richest land in Central Illinois were included in the newly organized N’ixon Township High School. Some of these sections were so far distant from Weldon that they petitioned out and a few others nearer were added. There are others that should Ik- included, which are now in a non-high school district. I he school work under the new organization was started in September 1916. A comparison of the following data will give a definite idea of the progress made from that date to the present time. The last line indicates conditions as they should Ik during 1922—1923. Total Credits Teachers Year Enrollment in Course I Full Time (Part Time) 1916—191 .VI 12 3 1 1917—1918 40 18 4 1918—1919 42 20 4 2 1919—1920 48 20 4 2 1920—1921 61 20 4 2 1922-1923 ? 100 42 10 livery student knocks liis men The above table indicates a rapid growth at first, but it can easily Ik- detected this growth has not continued as it should after the first two years. Why is this true? It is due to the meager class room and laboratory facilities. Nothing Ijevond the mere academic courses can be taught. A high school course can not Ik- considered a liberal one until it permits a selection from a reasonable number of elective studies. In brief, a new building is needed sufficiently large to make it possible to have strong courses in commercial work, agriculture, domestic science, domestic art. normal training and music. Then and not until then, the County Superintendent of Schools can justly refuse permits to students, who desire to elect these courses at other schools. The Nixon Township High School i$ listed among the recognized four year high schools, of Illinois, by the State Department of Public Instruction. This is a requirement in order to collect tuition. The high school visitor from the I niversity of Illinois placed it on the accredited list again last October, until June 30. 1923. This means the school is considered efficient now. Will it be so judged two years hence? Although the teaching force may Ik- more efficient in the future, the sCh « l work may seem to be less so. due to the present lack of adequate school room facilities and the increased enrollment each year. tool and sticks to it like glue. r w 4 7 li : iV A O .Y . 92 A comparison, of the community ami township high schools of DeWitt County, indicates that this one is the least equipped to do the work expected of it. This condition should n..t he continued. The others either have suitable buildings or arc erecting them at this time. The best that can he «� ! mined is due the present and future hoys and girls of district number one hundred fourteen. Fifty sections of the most productive land in the State, with an assessed valuation in I '-0 of $1,814,900.00, sh uld guarantee it to them. In the life history of many insects there are four distinct stages of development before the adult ty])e appears. During the earlier stages there are rather long resting periods, allowing time for the molting process to produce the next higher form. Can it he true that the plans for a high school building must pass through similar, successive, molting stages and suffer long resting periods. 1 trust the answer is an emphatic NO. I know the above suggested topic is a rather unpalatable one to discuss, even with some «',f the most loyal supporters of fhe high school, in these complaining days of excessive taxes, but I believe action should he taken on the proposition at the earliest practical date. I shall consider it pleasing news to learn in 1 23 that a Nixon Township High School building has been erected and liberal courses provided up to which may come all the children of all the people, of this community, to have their hearts and minds touched into greater light and power. As They Impress Us Wr remember Mr. I.ighttMidy for his co-operation and considerate wavs: for allowing meetings to Ik- held (upon being requested) at odd and unexpected times; for his fearlessness in insisting on the straight things being done; and for being square himself. If there is one to yell, it is she. When there is need «.f stir ami whirlwinds and caress, of one to make silence or arouse clamor; to correct, or coo like shining dove after a rain. Mrs. Adkins suffices as the day after the night. Miss ('.alaway!- A lady, quiet-looking of (inn voice, straight ways, and brown eyes that of a sudden stir and smoke; who has a triad hope: To teach all Latin, he a fine professor's wife, or Ik- a missioncry in far S nth America. She has brought the “Message to Garcia: she has expressed disapproval of ugliness. The things she enjovs are refreshing. and we know exactly what she would not tolerate. Miss Needham, creature favored by the fates With beauty, brains, and most praiseworthy traits. We shall rememlier in days to he Ifor kindness, smiles and sweet timidity. In Shakespeare steeped: in Dickens deep immersed, In countless stories, h oks, poems versed. A wonder in our minds oft grew and grew “That one small head could carry all she knew.” KRXKST R. LIGHTDODV. liducalioii shows some people how very Utile oilier people knoti . High School Board of Education C'ii.'s. Mxrsii I)k. I.. M. Makski.. President ). W. Kmkkv Ci k Smith. .SVrrvMrv . R.tll.SIIAOK I. R. I”I-i.i :vwiiikk Fhko I )rkssi.kk 1921 r •; x .v o x a l v 7 Kknkst R. Lichtbohy Superintendent Seienee I. S. X. U.—B.E. Beatrice Ai kins History and I.mi' I. S. X. U. ;i_ i� ys Galaway Latin and Mathematics Illinois College B.A. Margverita Nkehiiam lim lislt and French U. of 1. IJ.A. !92l 7 E X X () X IA I’W 9 Nixonia Staff Editor-in-Chief...............................Riw Gray Assistant Editor..............................| MS |.;NNIS Easiness Manager.......................... I u. I’� m:RSOx Assistant Easiness Manager________________Mii.dnkd IIakrn Social and Literary Editor...............Ohl Swkakinokr Athletic Editor------ ------------- Wiij.iam Montoomfkv Art Editor ..........-.......-............?.I'Ijokkntk ISakkr Snapshot Editor------------------------Sahaii Moxtoomesy Joke Editor...................................(K Rqbkn ( ritie and ( lass . Idviser....... ......Mu. I.ir.immnv A Word Before Shall wc say lilt? same old things, make the same apol � giev and voice the same regrets? Ve have made a book wltieli we hoj� e is a true representative i i the school. Although it may not he a work of ait. it i surely worth something to those who love and are interested in the work of the school. We complete it with some regret because it has been a great and pleasing experience f r us. And some day. perhaps. when years have gone, this book will lie returned from i,s place in the garret, and our mind will fly hack to old X. T. II. S. ■ he survival of the fittest is all right if you are one of the fittest. Oi.i.ik Rouen Ri bv (Jrav Florence Baker Club '20; Joke Editor '21: Class Xixola Society '19. '20. '21: Treasurer of Class ’19: Operetta 20: Class May 19. '20: (ilcc Club '20; Joke Editor '2y: Class I ’ropliecy. She's not a flower. She's not a pearl. She's just i noble . Ill around girl. Secretary of Class 'IS. '21: Secretary of I.. A. A. '20: Member of L.. A. A. '19. '20. '21: Member of Xixola Society '19. '20. '21: President L. A. A. '21 : Class Play '20: Editor in Chief '21: Valedictorian. fain would be merry. Hut dare not be. For some naughty boy Might look at me. Member of I,. A. A. '19. 20. '21: Clec Club 19. '20. '21: Girls' Basketball 'IS; Member of Alethenae Society '19, '20. '21: )j eretta '20: Calendar '21: Art Editor '21; Class Will. If there's anything to do. let me do it.” Sarah Montoomkry President of class 'IS. T9. 20; Secretary of I.. A. A. '19. Member of dice Chib 'IS. Pianist for ('•iris' dice Glib '19; Pianist for Clsorus 19: Vice President of ■Metl c iac Society MO; Member of liasket Pall Team IS. '21; Mem-ber of I.. A. A. 18. T9. '20:1 lass Play ’20: Snapshot Editor. She it vs nc-.rr kiuwit to an io-or dispute. Ixns Ennis Member of I.. A. A. 19. '20. 21: Member of Alethcnac Society '19. '20. '21: Secretary of Class '20: Vice I 'resident of t'lass '21 : Class play '20: Assistant Editor-in-Chief '21; Class Historian. Her knotting smile doth indicate mirth and mischief at any rate.” Pu'l. Pktkrson M.-nber of E. A. A. 'IS. T9. '20. -I: Secretary of Alcthcttac '20: President of Alcthenae '21 Treas I rcr . f Class '21 : Class Plav 19; '20: lliKh School Play T9. '20. '21: Delate '20: Paskct Pall '20. 21 : Pase Pall '21: Relay and I rack ream '21 ; Pnsincss Manager '21; Salutatorian. I ttle nonsense nine and then, is relished by the best of men. Milpkkd Baker Wuj.iam Montgomery Cora Swearingen Member of L. A. A. IS. 19. '20; Member of Alethenae Society ’19, '20; Treasurer of L. A. A. '19; ice President Alethenae Society '19; Member of Girls’ Glee Club 'IS. 19, '20; I fill'll School Play IS. |9. '20. Dear High School comrade, class-mate, friend The class of '-� must cud Its Senior year :without you. Hut in our hearts you're still enrolled In memories and love untold. Member of L. A. A. '17. T9. '20. '21; President of Class '21; Class Play '20; High School llay T9; Glee Club 21; Class Treasurer '20; Minstrel 'IS; Captain of 1st all star County Tournament Team Basketltall '2!; Itasket-ball 17. T9. '20. '21; Base-I«ll '17. T9. '20; Athletic Editor: Relay Team '21: President's Address. “Live while you're Irvin 'cause you're going to he a long time dead. Member ..f l„ A. A. 'IS. T9. '20. '21; Member of Alethenae Society T9. '20. '21: Vice President of Class '20; Class Play '20; High School Debate '20: Society '•' Si-tor '21; Senior Charge. ‘7 cannot help my dimfdes. nor Would 1 if I Could. PagcN 7 II li X I X () X IA Senior Officers 1921 Nixon Township Hi h School Class Nifcht Program M. E. Ciii Ki ii Thursday June 2, l‘ 21 8:00 O'clock l M. Salutatory..................................I’.u i. Peterson President’s Address................ Wii.i.iam Montgomkr Class History__________________________________Ijois Ennis Solo____________________-______________________Oil.ik Rohkn Class Poem......................................Rt:nv Gray Senior Charge___________________________________________Cora Swearingen Junior Response________________________________( i ai. Gray Reading____________________________________ Florence Maker Class Prophecy---------------------------------------Oi.i.ik Roiikn C'ass Will________________________________I'l.ORK.NC K Maker Ihiet..................... 1-ois Ennis, Cora Swearingen aledictorv...................................Ri'BY Gray President............................. William Montgomery I ice President..................................LOIS Ennis treasurer................................... Pai i. Pktkrson Secretary .......................................Rmv Gray Our Motto Impossible is I n-American Class Coijors Cream and Old Pose Class Flower Sweet Peas ,1 winning way: a pleasant smile—l.elah I Pise. 1921 THE V .Y O VIA PaRC 15 Salutatory Friends, faculty, and parents: In behalf of the class of 1921. I welcome you to our class night exercises. Tonight I want to thank the people who have made it possible for us to attend the Nixon Township High School. W'c have tried to take advantage of every opportunity which has been offered to its. And now that wy are to he graduated. what does graduation mean? Some people interpret graduation to indicate the end of educational pursuits, hut I want to tell you that we. the class of ’21. interpret it to mean an opportunity of g ing farther in our education. Doing educational work beyond high school brings a sad thought to our minds. It means the parting of classmates who have been loyal to the school ami to each other. It means the parting of friends. Tonight is the last time that we. as the class of ’21. will appear Indore the public representing and upholding the Mandard of the Nixon Township High School. This is our last chance as a class to thank our parents, the faculty, our friends and the Inard of education, for their sacrifices, which made it possible for us to obtain our four years accredited high sch'ol education. Now that we have finished our high school career ami as we enter other activities, some of us may go to College some may take training elsewhere, but where ever this training may be, we will not forget our motto, held by us during our high school career: namely Impossible is un-American. Friends. I now introduce to you the class of 1921 in their class night program. They have won the regard of merit: they have overcome great difficulties. Parents, faculty, and friends. again I bid you welcome to our class night program, and I hope you will regard this evening as well spent, for to us it means much. PAUL PETERSON '21. President's Address Dear Patrons. Friends, and Fellow students: Tonight marks the final appearanc of the class of 1921. As the president of the class I have the arduous duty of making a speech to the class which has worked together these past four years of trials and hard study. When the future classes indulge in reminiscences of us. may they find encouragement in our successes and failures, as we have found inspiration in the achievements of classes which have preceded us. We wish to mention the classes of 'IS. ’19 and '20. They were our ideals. They were strong scholastically and strong in athletic ability and. aliove all. men and women. They were always ready to lend us a helping hand and through theft untiring eff- rts we started on our difficult road to success The senior class alone cannot make the school year; it must have the co-operation of the other classes. I feel that tin-class of '21 has had this co-operation. We appreciate am! thank you. The th tights of the class of '21 will always remain with me. To me it is the best class ever graduated. Especially do I wish to thank you for the confidence you placed in me when you elected me president of the class. I appreciate it. Serving you has been the greatest pleasure of my life. In bidding you farewell and as we go our ways I wish you every success and happiness. K. 11. M. ’21. She's really lieallhy—.111 ha Rainey. Pane 16 THU A IX ( . 1.1 I 92 Class History In the fall of 1917 a verdant class of seventeen Freshmen entered the doors of Nixon Township High School. After a few days, during which numerous blunders were made, this class settled down to work with their worthy instructors, Mr. Johnson. Mr. I,ightbody, Miss Walkup and Miss Gibson. A meeting of the class was called and the following officers were chosen: Sarah Montgomery, President: Kac Conn, Vice President: Ruby Gray, Secretary; Deane Adams. Treasurer and Miss Walkup. class adviser. A committee appointed by the President, chose for our class motto Impossible is un-American. A box social was held on November 1. and a good program was given by this ciass. On January 29, the F re shies took tile High School for a sleigh ride when the reckless drivers caused several to go tumbling in the snow and run to catch up with the sleigh. In remembrance of the Freshmen class of 1917- IS. the Nixon Township High School was presented with a bust of l.itio In by the class. The following September, fifteen entered the Sophomore class. The same President was retained, with Duff Barnett. Vice President. Fae Conn, Secretary; and llie Rotten, Treas-urcr. )n March 10, the ranks of the Sophomores were greatly strengthened by the enlisting of my own illustrious self. How invaluable I have been to the class is attested by the fact that I have been deemed worthy of being class Historian. In the spring months one activity followed another. On the first day of March a jtopcorn and candy sale was held by the class at the school house. A short time after this we en- tertained the High School and Faculty at a St. Patrick-Day party. In May the Freshmen and Sophomores joined in giving the play “Standing By . As a class memorial a picture of The Gleaners was given to the school. At the beginning of our Junior year our class numbered twelve, but before the first, semester was closed our Vice-President had moved to Decatur and another member had quit school. C ra was chosen Vice President in Duff's place. With myself as Secretary, William as Treasurer and our Knglish teacher. Miss Rohrhaugh, as adviser to guide us through our school activities, we began our year’s work. The first event of the year was a High School party given Gy myself. Assistant Editor. The Business Manager was joyed the dainty refreshment's of ice cream, cake and opera sticks. On March 19, The Merchant of Venice up-to-Date” was presented at the Opera House by the Junior class. The characters were well selected and the play was a decided success. The next week, after we had caught up our sleep, the Junior class entertained the members of the play cast, the orchestra, faculty and all who helped to make the play successful. at a social party. Music was furnisher! by the orchestra. games were played and refreshments of po| cnrn and homemade candy were served. All departed at a late hour saying the Juni r had entertained them well. Some time later at the Junior-Senior Reception, held at the school house, where colors of the Junior and Senior classes were used to decorate, the last social event of the year took place. At nine o'clock a four-course banquet was served. Mildred Baker acted as toast-mistress and toasts were given from the classes. Absence mates the heart grow fonder of some other fellow. 1921 T n X I X O X I A r«x, 17 faculty, and school board. Thai year our class presented • magazine stand as a gift to the school. In our Senior year Mr. Lightbody was our Superintendent and Physics teacher: Miss Needham, teacher of Languages; Miss Galaway. Latin and Mathematics and Mrs. Adkins History and Science. The first semester, our class numbered nine, but during the second. Mildred was unable to continue her work because of serious illness. A new staff of officers was elected consisting of William Montgomery, President; l.ois Knnis. Vice President; Ruby Gray. Secretary; Paul Peterson. Treasurer and Mr. Lightbody, our class adviser. Early in the year we began to plan for our annual The Nixonia.” and elected our Kditor-in-Chicf Ruby, to be helped bv myself Assistant Editor. The Business Manager wa-Paulfjokc Editor. Ollie; Society Editor, Cora: Athletic Editor William; and Florence kept a record for the calendar. From time to time work was done for the annual and several plans were carried out during the year to make money for our school book. On October X. the annual homecoming day. our class conducted a stand. Our business acumen was demonstrated by the fact that we took in alxmt one hundred ten dollars. A box social was held at the school house October 22. and many helped to make this a great success. Coffee and sandwiches were served and everyone had a good time. On Washington’s birthday occurred one of the most important events of the year. George and Martha Washington with the aid of their servants and waitresses, gave a party, with Uncle Sam and Columbia as guests of honor, along with the other guests, the high school and faculty. At last the birthday cake was devoured. the candles were extinguished and Martha and George bade good-bye to their friends. In finishing our High School career we cxpiess gratitude and appreciation for the genuine interest and direction of our teachers, during these years; and we wish success and happiness to N. T. H. S. and the classes that are to graduate from it. LOIS ENNIS '21. Class Poem From Nixon High School we are passing now, Where greater fields of work do waiting lie. To do our tasks the l� est that we know how And keep our motto and our standard high. We've learned to love our school and classmates dear; We’ve learned to know the worth of lessons taught; And now we onward go. and keep gr«Kl cheer Still knowing that our battles are not fought. Those who have made us love the high ideals. Have helped us as we travel on through life. They arc the ones to whom in higher fields Our thoughts will turn and help us win the strife. Tltough we have reached one goal that seemed so far ’Tis not the golden goal we work for now; There is a greater star beyond this star. Others have reached it and we will somehow. It is afar off but its beams shine down Till we can walk through pathways in the lane. Pass through the swinging gate and o’er the mound. And find ourselves far on the road to fame. —Rrnv Gray. '21. Eternity is brief com fared to faculty speeches. I’oiy IS T H li X .Y O XIA 1921 Senior Friends, faculty, and members of X. T. II. S! The time has come when the members of the class of ‘21 must sever their connections as students in the school, though our interest remains with you. It is the duty of the Senior Class before leaving to indicate to you your faults. Juniors, and to advise you. It is indeed a task. to perform this duty, for your faults are as numerous as the sands of the desert. So kindly note this advice, which I am about to give you. Heed every word; for a chance like this one is very rare. And the points needing attention are so plenteous I shall recount them for you. in order that you may not overlook anyone of them. First. Juniors, taking vour class as a whole, your achievements have been very limited. If the class as a unit were to he called upon to give a program f any kind, what could you do? Your class is divided, as three or four act without the approval of the other members. Next year, kindly remember that you should consider the opinions of all members before you carry out your plans. NYc live in a democracy, even at school. If you desire to accomplish anything as a class, you must learn that you will not be successful until you have learned the intrinsic worth of that splendid word. Co-operation. V| Second, what can you do in music? livery member in our class can play some musical instrument- Ye also have three alto, two bass, and two soprano singers. W'c have had four girls in the Girl’s Glee Club, until this year, and one boy in the Boy’s Glee Club; whereas you have only one boy in the Glee Club and if that member were called upon to sing a solo, how would you feel? Kindly remember also that he is second Charge choice. Furthermore we furnished an assistant pianist for the year 1917—'18. and for the two and one-half succeeding terms. It is true she was not pianist the second semester of this year; but she resigned on account of her home work. Not only was she pianist for the school during this time but she was accompanist for the Boys’ and Girls’ Glee Club. I hird. listen to the comparative records in athletics. Ye had two members on the basket-ball team receive letters while you had Imt one. Junior, who was honored by being elected captain of two athletic teams? He would also have been elected captain f the Track Team, but his war activities causing him to leave sc hot | for one year, he became ineligible. I his same senior was elected as center and captain on the First All-Star Team at the County Tournament, an honor no Other boy from this high school has ever attained. He was one of the high scorers on the team, being second and would no doubt have led if jfc had not l een forced to play guard the tirst of the season. This senior is the l� cst all-round athlete in school and we challenge any of you to dispute it. Ye also have another athlete with whom you are acquainted. Although starting late he proved to be the sensation of the season. In baseball, too. the Senior- have surpassed the Juniors. Who is it that always fought from start to finish in playing.' Why to lie sure it was the Seniors. Juniors, without a doubt, we are your leaders in Athletics. Fourth, consider the activities of our Literary-Athletic Association. I lie Seni r class at the beginning of the term were hundred per cent in membership, while only four of your class of eleven were members. Also we have a President’and Preaching is good hut practice is heller 1921 r n n x i x o x i a Pan ' 19 Vice President of this association. Not a member of your class is an officer. We furnished two secretaries during the cho. I terms 1‘� 1K to 1920. Recall the leaders at the business meetings, and you must admit they were Seniors. Fifth, tmiors. consult vour note lKX� ks user! when Mr. I’.nnett addressed the Student Body on March 11th. There you will learn he said t be original. You know this to be good advice, but in your case yon have failed to observe it. In order that you may understand more clearly I shall be more specific. ur class was the first to establish the custom of leaving each year s me permanent present to the school. A member of the faculty learned what we were planning. In order to prevent us from lieing the only class to do this, he told you allout it. Consequently you copied our original idea. This should Ik a valuable lesson to you: henceforth he original in all your undertakings. Sixth, I am performing my duty by you and cannot think of closing without mentioning a few of your many minor faults. In conducting social activities you have been outclassed in every way. Those who were present last year openly admitted that we gave the most claliorate Junior-Senior reception ever given, or that ever can Ik given. Another thing we were always willing workers ami looked ahead for the time when we would need more money. Here, as always, you have failed, because yon were guilty of letting a bill stand against you f r six months. You must learn to Ik prompt in paving y nr debts and see that the smaller ones are paid I he sane as the larger. Then, also you need to he more dignified. It should Ik unthinkable for Juniors to have their pictures taken with cigarettes in their mouths and while pretending to jump empty box-ears. I supp se most of you sleep in the mornings till R:3o, since you come to school to comb your hair and to clean your finger nails. The girls’ cloak room is not a beauty parlor. Next year, girls. I would try to get up earlier or at least find time to dress at home. Girls, 1 would train the boys to be p lite to the women whom they meet on the street. Your boys do not know what it is to tip their hats to the ladies. As you have never been original in any of your ideas, our boys again set the example for you. Now Juniors. I feel that what I have said to you this evening should cause you to prepare yourselves to occupy th£ position of Seniors better than you have that of Juniors. Will one of your members please come forward? Juniors, in behalf of the Senior class of '21. I have the honor of presenting to you this gavel, which has been handed down as an emblem of scholastic ability. I wish to leave with you these words, All that you do. do with your might. Things done by halves are never done right. Look to Seniors. Bill. Ruby the white. So. Sal. Code. Flo. Ollie and tall Paul the Bright. C. M. S. ■21. Bubbling over with life—l.eona Roben. 20 1921 Junior Response Seniors, in behalf of the Junior class I accept this gavel as an emblem of faithfulness, truth, and dignity. We have listened attentively to your kind advice and we arc glad to know you wish ns to profit by your experience. You have cn-umeratedour many faults, and have classed them as sands of the desert. We are glad you think of them in such small pro-portions as grains of sand, for it seems t show tis you appreciate us at our true value, considering our small mistakes, because you know nothing is perfect. That iv the idea we wish to present—nothing is perfect. You in your unselfishness to point out our mistakes have some how neglected to mention your own. so we shall endeavor to help you. and also to defend ourselves, and bring forth our good points of which you have neglected to s] eak. First, you say our class as a unit is unable to give a program. We wish to mention here, our class play, whose cast was entirely members of our own class, and you cannot deny the play was a success. The play you gave last year hail for two of its star actors members of our class, which proves you arc not able to compete with ours in such a test. In regard to three or four of us acting without the consent of the entire class, we must say you have erred, as the majority always rules in business matters of our class. You ask what we can do in music. Is it nccessarv for you to ask' However, as you have asked, we inform you we have four soprano ami five alto singers, one bass ami one tenor. Until this year we have had eight girls In the ('.lee Club, and still have four to your one. You ask how we would feel if we heard our boy in the Glee Club sing a solo. In the A mod,-si win id. but unafraid—Gertrude Marsh. songs sung by the Hoys’ Glee Club he carried the melody, while your lone singer mumbled an occasional bass note. Musical people would rather hear the melody for a solo. You also say he was second choice, lie could hardly be called that, tor when Miss Swain heard his voice she sacrificed another singer for him. You Imast of your pianist: but her work has been nothing compared to the service rendered the school bv one of our mcml ers. liven the music director says she has asked her to d . so much that she is ashamed to ask more of her. Any time your temperamental pianist felj indisposed to play, our member could be relied upon to take her place. In the ('.iris Quartet you have no member, whereas we have three All the girls in our class can play the piano, and five of them play other instruments. One of the boys has also had training under Mr. Xees. as have the five girls. Neither of your ln� ys can Insist of such training and only one girl can. Ye noticed when glancing through the original copy .f the charge that you refer to your boys as being B.A.S.F..” singers. The common meaning, you know, for that word is bad.” No doubt you know what you are talking about, but we wonder ii they are the only bail ones in vour class? Another thing you boast of. is your superiority in athletics. You say yon have two Ixaskct-ball players with letters. I lies«- same pjayers have between them only two stars, while one of our players has two stars himself. Too often have the Juniors admired William’s playing against other towns, to desire to say anything to detract from his honor. I’.ut you call your other player a sensation, Is a sensation nsuallv on the second team in basketball, or a mere fielder in baseball? I lardly. You seem to forget, when you say the Seniors fought 1921 r ii n x i x o x i a ’age 21 from start to finish, that they were not the only men on the field. Xo one will deny the fact that both Junior boys did excellent work. And what of the Senior girls in athletics? How often do you sec any Senior girls playing tennis? It is well known that you have no girls basketball team. We have a team and two substitutes, ready to play. So you see you are not |tiitc our superiors in athletics. You say you have a one hundred per cent membership in the Literal} Athletic Association. The Juniors would rather spend their money for necessities. Besides, why pay lines when all students are expected to be present and vote at the meetings? The preceding two years we have had a one hundred per cent membership ti� o. and would have hail this vear if we had thought it necessary to our improvement. True, none of our class are officer of the association this year, but do you remember your one officer won by a very narrow margin? You remark your class has always been the leader at the meetings. Yes. we clearly remember the brave, bold girl who almost invariably made the motion for adjournment and the boy behind her who seconded it. We wonder if you knew all the Xixola officers are Juniors? In response to your accusation of our copying you in leaving something to the school each year—we did follow your example the first two years but at the beginning of this term we saw the utter futility of such an idea and abandoned it. We noticed that your gifts descended from a twenty dollar one to a littlf magazine rack, and saw that you, too, must be seeing the foolishness of it. You say you gave the most elaborate reception ever given, or that ever can be given. Seniors, if you had spent more time praticing etiquette, and lc s time making the reception so elaborate, it would not have been necessary for you Haffy ami f ay she wiles the to ask this year if it were “proper” to cut up,” throw paper wads, and to indulge in other such amusements at a formal reception. Then you boast of giving an elaborate reception at a time when prices were the highest in history. In regard to our dignified manners, only the other day students in the room gazed with horror at the childish capers of three Seniors while the teacher was out of the mom. Truly, you set ns no example. You must admit you are somewhat inferior to ns in intellect, as is shown by our high class average. More than one teacher has spoken of the talent in our class; for we have among us—musicians, actors, artists, readers. |K cts, mathematician . and athletes. Let us give you an example demonstrating your illiteracy. In your charge as you had prepared it for the annual we saw apostrophes had been left out. and even words misspelled. This docs not speak well for your intellectual ability. You accuse us of not getting up until eight-thirty, and say this is the reason we manicure our nails and comb our hair at school. Seniors, we get up early enough, but we have something to do besides looking in the mirror: and such trifles as nails and hair must be attended to in spare moments. You say the girls' cloak hall is not a beauty parlor. So you have finally discovered that, after spending the first hour period in there nearly every morning this term! As to your closing advice— Work while you work, and play while you play. That is the way to be happy and gay. All that you do, do with your might. Things done by halves are never done right — hours away—Clara Parr ran,- 22 run xixoxi.i 1921 of which vcyi admit you do not know the author, we wish to compliment you upon a memory which makes it possible for you to remember an anonymous little jingle from the second grade reader, above all the greater things you have learned in high school. Nevertheless, we thank you for your corrections, and find our sentiment Oil this subject beautifully expressed in Holmes's “Sunshine ami Shallow, where he says: “Thus drifting afar to the dim-vaulted caves— Where life and its venture are laid, The dreamers who gaze while we battle the waves— May see us in sunshine or shade. N ct true to our course, though the shadows grow dark, c’ll trim our broad sails as before. And stand by the rudder that governs the bark. Nor ask how we look from the shore.” OPAL GRAY. Class Prophecy Place—Sitting Room. (Class prophet walks in t h what a dreary day this has been! I wonder if 1 couldn't find something to entertain myself with? (walks across stage to library table) “Well here i a book: I think I will read a while,” (s’it down, opens liook and secs a name) Paul Peterson.” Why that was one of mv old classmates. He scribbled that here the day we had our last old quiz in Physics—Oh my. it's been (pauses) ten years since I have seen any of my old classmates! I wonder where they are now? Wouldn’t it be fine to know? Hut how am I to find out? (glances around room) Oh—a Ouija Board.” (Gets it and sits down again) “Dear old Ouija Board, since you have been my only Pal all these years, surely you can satisfy my curiosity.” “Now Ouija. Paul heads the list. Tell me how many hearts he has broken”? (watches lx ard very close for a few seconds then looks up) “Oh Paul has deserted us for sure. He has gone on the stage and now he is a regular matinee ol. (hiija says ti e only time lie has been in a tight place was when he was engaged to six girls at once. But lie managed to get off easily bribing five of them with locks of his beautiful hair. But alas (gives a big sigh) “he married a little maid several inches shorter than he. who makes Paul dance to her every wish, especially when her hair becomes a brighter hue and her eyes flash. (Looking down at the Ouija Board) “Now Ouija. tell me whether Cora Swearingen has accomplished life's dream. (looking up) Oh my! ha ha! to think of Cora's being cook in the DcWitt County Jail: it is almost too good to be true. Ouija says that Cora has had many proposals of marriage: but all the men are so good, she can't decide which one she likes best, as there are always two or three new ones every morning.” (Looking down at the Ouija Board) “Now can you tell me what has hapjiened to la is Knnis. who was always such a wonderful artist in Physics. “Well”! (I x ks up) Who w mid believe it. Lois is now painting signs for bill boards. She has made some of the classiest cigarette advertisments ever known. Ouija says she has a partner whose hair matches the color of her cartoons.” (Squinting closely at the Ouija Board) What has become of Sarah Montgomery? Oh Ouija. arc you telling me the truth.' Well! Well!” (I-ooks up) “to think of Sarah’s To know her. is to Ur. c her—June MeConkey 1921 TIIE XIX O XIA I'agc 21 running a Millinery store in Dewitt: but she always was handy in retrimming her old hats. She always was terrible economical, yon know. I remember once I asked her where she got her new hat. and she said. (Why this isn’t a new hat: I have fixed it over every year for live years! Onija says Sarah has a large sign in front of her store which reads as follows: “This is the place to bnv the old grey bonnets with the bine ribl ons on 'em.” Watering the ( uija Hoard steadily) “Onija please tell me about Florence Baker, who was the gracefulcst little girl in school. Honest. Onija. are yon telling me the truth ? (I.ooks up) “Florence is one of the greatest dancers in the United States? Onija says she has made a contract, to go in about a month to one of the largest cabarets in San Francisco, and it is reported she will soon start her tour of the world to dance In-fore all the kings and queens. (Peering at Onija Hoard) “Now ceuld you tell me where Kubv Gray is? Above all things, who would have thought it! (looks up) “Ruby, one of Nixon Township High School’s best sopran i singers, is the leading instructor in the Millikin University. Ruby always won much praise from Miss Swat in chorus work because she sang so loud.” (Looking down at the uija Hoard) Onija, the last one I want to know al out is William Montgomery who was our honored president. We always expected something wonder fill of William. (Pauses) Well, this will surely knock Weldon off its feet. William, a great evangelist, is now conducting tabernacle meetings at Lane. People are coming from Ospur. I)cI.and. DeWitt, and many other large cities to hear him. Onija says Hilly Sunday is nothing compared with William. His ’sermons in slang are simply wonderful.” Dear me. Onija, I never dreamed you could tell me all these things, and I am sorry I have not asked the questions In-fore. I wonder what the class would have thought of me during my schooldays it they had known one of us would be nothing more than a plain old maid. Hut what’s the use to sigh now? It isn't my fault. I can’t see why Paid Peterson was so stingy with his rules for making love, and didn't even give me a chance.” (Arises and puts Onija Hoard on table) Well I shall have to confess, the rest of the class has surpassed me in every way, but it certainly is a pleasure to know I graduated with the honored class of '21 from Dear Old Nixon High. 0LL1E ROBEN '21. Class Will We, the Senior Class of the Nixon Township High School, In-ing of sound mind and g kkI judgment, do make and declare this, our last will and testament. We bequeath: First, To the class of 1022. all our senior privilges, especially those we most coveted but never received, to-wit: 1. The privilege of not studying. 2. The privilege of thinking ami getting through. 3. The privilege of bribing the teachers. 4. The privilege of adjusting hairnets and powdering in the assembly in time of school. 5. The privilege of showing the faculty where their judgment is inferior to yours. 6. The privilege of talking when you please. 7. The privilege of chewing gum and making candy during class time. . Ill ic world !oi-ts u lover, except his rivals. Page 24 TII li XI X O X I A 1921 Second . Wc bequeath to the faculty, gifts which we think they can use, as follows: To Mr. UghtlMxly, a patent on the phrases I presume,” ami I assume.” together with low grades, for which wc have no use. as a supply for next year. lo Miss Galawav, some more high sounding words to dictate to her classes: also all the old magazines, in order that she may find beautiful pictures for her scrap book. To Miss Needham, a greater volume of voice and the satisfaction of knowing that we appreciate her short assignments and many tests. To Mrs. Adkins, a new megaphone so that she may arouse more pep in the Old N. T. II. S. and another “Abraham” to detain her longer from school. To Miss Swain, plenty of time to practice the cornet so that she will no longer have to do it on her downy cot of ease. All our crepe paper decorations for use in future operettas. too, we will her. To Mr. Xces. a knowledge of how to play every musical instrument, even a “banjo.” I bird. We leave To the Hoard of Education and the people of Nixon Township the assurance that wc will heartily co-operate in an early and earnest campaign for a new school building, and a bigger and better school for the future. l o the under classmen we will and bequeath: First: To the Freshmen our inspiration, ability, loyalty, and obedience. Also our thirst for knowledge and the brilliant ways in which we work our minds. Second: To the Sophomores we give the lieauty and extraordinary good looks of our class, we advise you n t get the llig Head.” Third: To the Juniors, the duty of keeping Nixon Township High School on the map. and our devotion to our teachers. These we bequeath as a class: and to individuals as follows: Ruby Gray’s modest ways and rosy cheek to all the freshmen girls of next year, and her seat in the north west corner of the assembly room to Kthel Smith or Voylc Roberts, the decision to be made by them on Sept 5. 1921. To I.ucile Redding wc leave Cora Swearingen’s position as telephone operator: to I.ucile Hunt her weathervanc changeableness, and to l.oraine Olson her reckless giggles. Paul Peterson’s broad smile that stretches from ear to ear we leave to Walter West; his many freckles to June Me-Conkey and his impressive height to Vierl Perkins. Sarah Montgomery's ability as housekeeper to Ava Ennis; her style of hairdress to Clara Parr, and her musical talent to Edna Raker. Ollie Roben’s place as chauffeur of the noted storm buggy to Don Mire, and a warning that he be on time each evening, in order to save l-cona the necessity of hitching up. Her jolly ways and her faculty of knowing every body vise’s business, we give to Frances Galaway. The graceful ways of Wiliam Montgomery, his gallantry for the fairer sex. we hope may descend upon Corwin Miller, and his basket ball ability to Tilbury. Ians Ennis' title of “Polly Anna” to Gertrude Marsh: her dreamy ways to Howard Burton: and her winning smiles to I'ra Shearer and Verncda Glenn. Xetvr mind. In• ?All surprise ns some day—Roy Geer. 1921 r n n jv To Opal Gray, Florence Baker leaves her artistic ability; and the chairmanship of a standing decorating committee i left to Maree Marsh and Clara I’arr. We do hereby apj� oini Mr. Tom Monkman the executor without liond, of this will, and in testimony whereof, we have to this, our last will and testament, subscribed our name and our seal this Second Day of June, in the Year of Our l.ord. One Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-one. Witnessed: Signed. Senior Class |{y the Faculty. I� cr FLORF.NCF. HAKF.R '2 . Valedictory Teachers, students, classmates and friends: This is an important occasion for the members of the senior class of twenty-one. It marks the ch sc of four years in Nixon Township High School. It causes ns to look back over those vears. four happy and industrious years, for which too much gratitude cannot be given to those who have made them pos sible. Our thoughts turn to the future and here again we see where gratitude i- due to those who have helped us during our years of high school. ISy the education we have received we can better solve the problems that come into our lives and can tu-Uvr assume our places as citizen of this great nation. It is mv place tonight to s| cak the farewell words of the Senior class, and I cannot do this without expressing our thanks for those many privileges and advantages given us. To the members of the Faculty our debt i- without limit and can never be repaid. We are al � ut to go away from X O X A Page 25 their direct influence, hut w.c shall not soon forget their wise counsels, their forbearance with our mistakes, the interest they have shown in each • f us and the help and encouragement they have given when we myded it most. These things we shall remember and we shall always guard their friendships as one of our dearest treasures. In a sincere manner we wish to express our thanks |o them. The interest of the Board of Education too, we have felt, and we appreciate their effort made in our behalf. Without them we realize that our high school could not be what it is. ur parents, also have had an important part in our high school life. They have never tired of doing what they could to help us. and never with words f appreciation or in any other way can we fully repay them. We feel grateful indeed for their services and shall always be ready to serve them. Service” was the watchword of the Great Master and is also a watchword which we must follow if our lives arc to l� c successful. To the Junior. Sophom re and Freshmen classes we can only wish the greatest success. Their high school days will pass quickly and then they will know that it is with reluctance that they leave their school and enter into the pathways of life. To the members of the Senior class who are alxmt t- separate, I wish to say that I hope the separation will be only an apparent one. and that the lionds of our comradeship will keep us closely united for many years. Remembering our Iwnefact r . and again thanking them, in Mtalf of the senior class I hid you farewell. RUBY GRAY. ’«£ • 26 THU iV .V 0 XIA__________________ PROGRAM OF THE Fourth Annual Commencement Exercises Nixon Township Hi h School M. E. CHURCH Friday, June 3, 1921 800 p. M. Selections—(1). (2)................School ( rchestra Invocation.....................Rev. Charles T. Pilch Selection..........................School )rchestra Class Address— The Spirit of Our People . Mr. Charles II. Wooibcrt. Assistant Professor of S| eech. University of Illinois. St lection------------------- —.School Orchestra Presentation of Diplomas...........| . , |, Marvc| President Hoard of Education Selection--------------------------School Orchestra benediction........................Rev. G. E. Mava Did ever blush or smile—Ethel Meredith. 1921 1921 7 II •: XI X O S A Page 27 Under Classmates c) .• quid type of r ood active girlhood, Marjorie Fulleutvider. Hack row—Miss Xecdham. E. Smith. Plankenhorn. Glenn, Mire. Front row—M. Marsh. Maker. (I. Marsh. Shearer, O. Gray. I.. Roben, Roberts. Z ' 28_________________________7 H I: X I X O XIA 1921 Junior Class Junior Class History TIIE S 30 President......................................( pal Gray ice President.............................Leona Robcn Secretary and Treasurer..........................Dunn Mire Class Advisor...............................Miss Xcedhain Class Flower- Pink Ruse. Class Colors—Pink and Green. Motto: We build the ladder by which we rise. At the beginning of the year nine old members returned in the Junior Class. These members were Dunn Mire. Leona Ruben. Opal Gray, I'ra Shearer. Clara Parr. Get rude Marsh, Vcrneda Glenn, Marec Marsh and Edna Raker. Three new mrmtwre, Voylc Roberts. Ethel Smith and Olive Plankenhorn were enrolled. In the latter part of the first semester Olive Plankenhorn moved to Michigan. Different members of the class have taken part in a number of activities throughout the year. W'c have five members that belonged to the Girl’s ilaskct Rail team and two memliers that belonged to the Roys’ Basket Rail team. The class is also well represented in the hxhestra and ('.lee Club. In the High School play. Mrs. Rriggs and Her Poultry Yard.” four characters were represented by members of the Junior class. During the first of the year we held a candy and | op-corn sale at which we made about eight dollars. Rater in the year the class decided to give a class play. X O SIA 1921 Junior Class Play n .March the eighteenth. “My Cousin Timmy, or More I’r porly Professor Addles, was given by the Junior class at the Weldon Opera House. The plav was of a different type fitm any that has lieen given here lately. It was the scene of a girl's lioarding school and the audience soon became accustomed to the many pranks that were planned and carried out. The new scenery which was purchased by the different classes had a great effect upon the play. The orchestra also did much toward making the play a success. IM.AY CAST: Miss I let hia Alderney, Mistress of school_Yerneda Glenn Bonnie Holland, a recent arrival...............Ura Shearer Fudge Tootlv, her chum..........................Clara Parr Stella Mayhurn. formerly the most popular pupil. Leona Rolien Lily Dale..... Millie Jones. .. Rita Garland____I M«dlie Spooner..� . Pupils. .. ....Kthel Smith .Gertrude Marsh ____Kdna Baker ...Maree Marsh Jonas Chorker, the gardener.................Voyle Roberts Maggie Bings, the maid.........................Opal Gray Prof. Timothy Addles. Miss Alderney's Cousin... Donn Mire Page 32 r n n n i x o x i a 1921 Front row—1„. Wise. Conover, Monroe, A. Ennis, Miss (i.ilaway, J. McConkcy, Shimicman. Hack row—Tilsbury, Danison. Redding, Long. Perkins. I,. Gray. S. Mire. West. Miller. Iturt ui. I 921 TII li NI X O V A A Schoolroom Dialogue Place— N. T. II. S. Assembly Room. Time—7:3o A. M. Speakers—Clock and New Dictionary. Clock:—“Good morning! Vou’rc new here, aren’t you? N. Diet.:- “Yes, and I'm worried. This is my lir-t ex-|«ricncr in a school room. Can you tell me what it will Ik-like?” Clock:— Yes. indeed. I know the place and the people well. You'll find that the Seniors and Juniors won't bother you much. They think they know enough already. The Freshmen will treat roughly but the Sophomores will be vour friends and handle you reverently.” X. Diet:— Alt! the Sophomores. They must Ik- the hand .some and intelligent people who sit near the center of the room. Tell me about them. Clock :— Yes, those arc the ones. It is too bad that they have no recitations in here. I’m sure we would enjoy them more than we do the Frcsbies. I've always noticed how pleased the teachers look after hearing the Sophomores’ classes. (They are leaders in all school activities and no wonder.) They have a splendid group of officers to direct them. There is Hula Monroe, the President, June McConkey, the Vice-President and Clco Long. Secretary and Treasurer, each one a cabinet in herself. For adviser, they have Miss Galaway, the teacher who sits here at the table near the magazine rack. She teaches Latin. You will notice Caesar's twins. Ava and Pearl sitting in front of you each morning to recite. You won't Ik- here long until you will become acquainted with the mischievous trio”—Clco. Ada and Manila. Their many pranks have earned them that title, but they really mean no harm The real mischief of the class is supplied by ‘Chauneey’ Miller, whose Irish wit keeps the teachers guessing. In front of him you'll see Owen, and let me tell you. When you hear Tilly moan Upon his saxaphonc There is something in the tone That makes you feel at home.” Another of their boys i- Howard, who-e l� ad luck is only equaled by his smiling good-nature and optimism. If there was anyone who didn't know al out the place lie holds in the heart- of his classmates and friends, that ignorance was di-pelled during his serious illness this spring.’ Why. I myscli have counted the minutes until the students could go to see him. Walter the fourth and last boy has shown great prowess as a debater and athlete and from association with Corwin shows some wit also. Some of the girls are star athletes t o. Moth the President ami Vice-President are splendid basket-ball players and “Sib has a most uncanny way of making baskets. Across from her sits Leita. You’ve noticed her. surely. She's always primping ami has beautiful dimples. In front of her is another vain little creature. I.clah. an inveterate giggler” but dainty and smiling always. The other two girls. .Marie and Lucille, are a- different as day and night in appearance but much alike in devotion to study and friendliness to Tilly.” N. Diet.:— Well, I'm sure I'll like them. They ought to be splendid Juniors next year. Clock:—“Yes. indeed! They'll give a good Junior play too, judging from the dramatic ability they displayed in their Sweet Family and Familiar Faces of a Funny Family” this winter. Such a variety of talents as were displayed in t'-at performance -urely augurs well for a successful play next year.” X. Diet.: I’m glad indeed, that I shall be here to sec it. But I see bv your face that it i- Fight o’clock” and soon Mr. I.ightbody will Ik- coming in to read the daily pajK-r. so we had l etter Ik- quiet.” An echo is the only thing that can it cat a woman out of the last word. rKFg 1921 TII li XIX 0 X IA ! 35 Freshman Class I I tack row—Danison. March. Rainey. O. Gray, Hunt. Harold. Mire. Miller. Walden. Edw.ar.ls, Second row—Wise. O. Roben. R. Gray. Baker. Dickey. Ennis. t-ong. Perkins. Redding. Monroe. IMankenhom. r st row—Shearer. H-m. I.. Roben. Jones Polston. Foote. Geer. Mawhinney. I ag? 36 TII li X I X O XIA 1921 CLASS OFFICERS: President..................................I.ucilc Hunt Vice President;..................... Glenn McConkey Secretary and Treasurer............Marjorie Fullcnwider Class Advisor..............................Mrs. Adkins Class Colors- White and Green. Class flower—Lily of Valley. Class Mott..—Gladly will we learn. THE CLASS POEM. A stranger entered the school house door. And was ushered up to the high school floor. I le sat and watched the pupils awluie. Then said to the principal with the ghost of a smile. ■ Please tell me. sir. who acts that wav:” lie looked at a group, with a grin. Oh! that is the Sophomore Class, you see And the way they act is a sin.” '()h! tell me then what is this. That looks so sour and gray?” That is .the Junior Class, dear sir.” Hut why. do they act that way? Hut what class is this, the class That knows all that is known?” • Why that our Senior Class, you kn w. They’re slightly off in the dome. Where is the class I’ve heard about? 1 thought your school was grand. The Freshman Class. he said with a shout. Is the host class in the land. They work when they work, and play when they play. They study with might and main. nd the class that beats the Freshmen Class Will have to do the same. Is Mr. I.ightliody our principal? Ask the students. They say this is true; lie i the best in this State And what lie says, we know to do. With Math, comes Miss Gala way Who tries with all her heart To make the Freshie work all day Their Algebra terms to mark. In English, no one can beat us, Miss Needham is our teacher, you know; She says she thinks the Freshie Are very fast to learn, not slow. In history, there is Mrs. Adkins. The Frcshies love her now. Is there anyone can heat her? If there is. they dyn’t know how. We have a music teacher Her name is Miss L. Swain. She says she likes the Frcshies. For they struggle with might and main. Hut when three more years are over And we arc through High School at last: We'll go gladly into the future. And think of the happy past. Freshmen are utirls on the hands of progress. GLENN Me.. 24.' JfnttE'NG. JKSS o Cl Avi 0 N L. A. A. Officers Page 38 r ii n Hack row—Peterson, West. From row—Gray. McConkcy. .V A O X1A 1921 L. A. Association Under the guidance of a very capable group of officers the I.. A. A. has finished another useful year in N. T. II. S. All business which concerned the school as a whole has been handled |uictly and efficiently by this organization and we fed that a permanent place for it in the school is assured. Through it. every student has the privilege of expressing his opinion concerning the activities of the school. A great deal of interest has been shown in the meetings this year. At one of the spring meetings, the school voted to co- perate with the community in an attempt to secure a suitable athletic field for the use of both sell ol teams and independent teams. The annual High School play, given under the auspices of the I.. A. A. was Mrs. Briggs of the Poultry Yard. a comedy in three acts, which was a very successful performance, considered one of the liest plays in the history of the school. The cast of characters was as follows: Mrs. Briggs, a woman of business...............Ava Knnis Her family: Ralph.......................................Paul Peterson Jimmy.......................................Voyle Roberts Alvira...................................Frances Galaway Melissa.....................................Lola Polston Silas Green, a near relative................Walter West Mr. Lee. a wealthy neighltor..........William Montgomery Virginia Lee. his daughter.....................Opal Gray Daisy Thornton, her friend...............Marie Shinneman Mrs. O’Connor, with no liking for goats....Vcrneda Glenn Mainly Bates, whose tongue will stumble.....t'ra Shearei 1921 7 II F XIX O XIA Pa c 39 Boys’ Basket Ball Review The team of I920—21 was not unworthy of representing the ptiqtle ami gold. Despite being handicapped by not having a giKxl gymnasium, victory after victory was won by N. 'I . 11. S. The team had three veterans. West. Montgomery and Mire. After a week’s practice we played our first game with Waynesville. defeating that team 2.1 to 12. Team work was the strong feature of the game. That co-operation was good is shown by the fact that we met some of the liest high school players in Central Illinois; and out of a total of nineteen games won fourteen and lost only five. December 17 wo played in the lir t basket ball tournament « f DcWitt County. Our first game was with the Seniors of Clinton; we won l‘ to 17. Our second game ended with the score (Wapellal 15 to (X. T. II. S.l 2.1. The third game was with the Clinton Juniors, resulting in a defeat for us of three points to the Juniors score of eighteen; although defeated, not an hour later we met the Seniors for the second game and won 15 to 12. It was hard fought from start to finish. We earned the right t play for the Championship Saturday night. Tlu-gymnasium was crowded with people; some were turned away. We were defeated 24 t 9. II. th teams were worn out from the afternoon’s playing and luck seemed against ns. Montgomery, this year's captain, was as de| endablc a forward as any high school could have. Hud is a senior this year and has played his last game for X. T. II. S. He proved iiis ability all season and was second in points sc red. lie was honored with the captainship and was made the center of the first all-star team at the County Tournament. His pivot and speed enabled him to elude the best of guards. Ilis place will Ik bard to fill next year. Hunt, a freshman, played basket hall hard and well. Being small, he was able to wiggle around the opposing guards at the crucial moments. Hunt was placed on the second all-star team at County Tournament. With three more years of experience lie should be a wizard. Hunt was a high point man. West was center, lie could be depended iuk.ii to sink baskets front all angles of the floor, lie went wild in the Argenta game, caging thirteen field goals. Ilis skillful team work with Hunt and Montg. mery won him a place on the second all-star team. Wcsty is only a sophomore. The next two years should make him a valuable center. Mire was our old stand-by at guard. Dudley was one of the best back guards ever developed at X. T. II. S. A guard seldom receives the credit he deserves fur his work, however his high class guarding was noticeable. The big ones all I owcd to him. To many people, he was the best back guard in the tournament. Donn is a junior this year; by next year be should be heard from. McConkcy placed his first year for the purple and gold. “To stick a linn for forty minutes was bis specialty. Mac was alwavs there at the right time, lie has in him the making of a fast flo r guard. Peterson, was tlu tallest man on the squad. Although starting late he played well, although handicapped by injuries. When “Swede” graduates in June the squad will lose a valuable man. KoIktis. our utility man. earned tlu name of “Stonewall Hob. The name suggests his possibilities for next year. Others who helped win victories for Xixon Township High School were Tilbury, Goken. Miller. Burton. Ennis. Walden. Harold and Edwards. With all these men back and the material from next year's freshmen class there should be a good team for next year. Really, a druggist—LctAs Edwards. High School Basket Ball Team Pack row—Hunt, Peterson. Roberts. Front row—Montgomery, McConkey, Mire, West. A' O X 1A Schedule LETTER MEN. 1921 Montgomery, (Capt.). Hunt, West, McConkcy, Mire, Peterson. The team of this year won the first basket ball banner for Nixon Township High School. SCHEDULE. N. T. H. S. Opp. avnesvillc at U eldon 23 12 Deland at Deland 22 IS Wayncsville at Wayncsville. . . s 7 Deland at Weldon 31 20 White Heath at Weldon 31 7 Weldon at White Heath 14 34 Argcnta at Argcnta 10 17 Wapella at Wa| clla 19 14 avnesvillc at Wavnesville. .. 18 16 Argent a at Weldon 15 Mt. Pulaski at Weldon 26 21 Wapella at Weldon 43 9 Mansfield at Mansfield 13 17 Wavnesville at Weldon 34 32 Mt. Pulaski at Mt. Pulaski ... .. 9 24 362 216 C(JUXTY Tf URXAMENT Clinton seniors 17 N. T. II. S 19 Wapella 15 T. II. S 23 Clinton juniors IS X. T. II. S 15 Clinton seniors 12 X. T. H. S 15 Clinton juniors 24 X. T. H. S 9 1921 TIIIi NI X O XIA I’W 41 Base Ball Events The year P 20—21 has been a banner year in more ways than one for X. T. H. S. The athletic teams and the rep-resentives of the school have been winners; the litcray contestants have been successful; many activities have been in traduced and some of the activities that Xixonia used to have, but which have been neglected for a time, have been brought to life. Among the resurrected activities of Nixon High i' the great National pastime, baseball. Baseball came back after an absence of five years. There was some very promising material.—fellows who took advantage of every minute there was to practice, so that before long a good team represented Nixon High School. The lir-t game of the season was played at Weldon. April 1. with Farmer City: we defeated them 11 to 15. In spite of a number of tonehead strikes on each side, the game was in main vigorous and full, of life. A large crowd was present and every one was satisfied with the showing of the local team. The line-up for this game was as follows; Montgomery (Capt.), catcher: Miller, pitcher; Hunt, first base; McConkey. second base: Tilbury, short stop; Mire, third base; PetcrsAn. left field; Roberts, center field: Funis and Fdward . right field. After another week's practice we went to Farmer City, where we were defeated 6 to An error was made ami four runs were scored. “Jimmy” the pitching ace of MoorcT. H. S.. having his reign bow working, held the toys down to five hits. won first place in the contest in Chorus singing and Ava Ennis, first place in the contest in Declamation. I he Glee Club sang two numbers. Over the Hills at Break of Day” 11'hat you’rr done County Meet Nixon Township High School won two victories in the county meet field at Clinton on May . The Girls' dee Club bv Adam Geiliel ami The Rock-A-JJy Lady” l� y Lillian V. Prescott. The numtors, being of contrasting natures, displayed to advantage the ability of the girls to interpret and to sing songs of varying character. The first was blithe and joyful, breathing the spirit of spring; the second was full of the hushed and lingering melody of a lullaby. So well did the girls catch and j rtray the spirit of the two songs, that Professor Olds of the Millikin Conservatory of Music, who acted as judge, made special mention of their interpretation. His only criticism was regarding the weakness of the sopranos. which we feel is less a fault than a misfortune, due to the small nutnl cr of girls front whom we must choose. The enunciation and shading were also commented upon favorably by Professor Olds. The talent of Ava Funis, as a reader, is so well known to X. T. II. S. student- and friends, that her winning of the contest in declamation was no surprise t � them. However, it must not be supposed that she won without effort. Her opponents were worthy ones and the fact that she surpassed them was due. not alone to her natural talent but to her faithful work and careful attention to detail as well. Points of a mechanical nature, such as enunciation, she had worked out to a degree that was beyond criticism. Her selection, Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery, was well suited to her voice ami personality and was so well interpreted that her audience could almost fancy that ‘Anne herself stood before them. To quote a competent critic. She lived the part.” before you can do otjain. Page 42 1921 l’«ack row—Polston, Goer, coach: Mrs. Adkins, Shinneman. Galaway. Smith, I’arr, I'nllenwcidor. Knnis. Glenn, ••'rout row—McConkey. Mattix. Monroe, Mire, Olson, Gray. Shearer. Girls’ Basket Ball Team 1921 7 II li S' I X () S’ IA I’ay 43 Girls’ Basket Ball Events This year has t ccn the second year that the Nixon Township High School has had a Girls I’.askct l� all Team. The girls have shown an exceptional interest in basket hall. The classes met and organied the following class teams: Junior -Opal Cray, Captain. Sophom re -Sylvia Mire. Captain. Freshmen—Frances Galawav. Captain. They have played several games this year. One was the class game and another wss the Socictv game. The line-up for the games are as folows: FKHSII.MKX Marjorie Fullcnwider........................Forward l.orainc Olson..............................Forward Opal Geer....................................Center Frances Galaway...............................Guard Margie Mattix................................ Guard | la Polston.............................Sub Guard SOPHOMORE Kula Monroe.................................Forward Sylvia Mire.................................Forward Jnne McConkev........................................Center Marie Shinneman.......................................Guard Ava Ennis.............................................Guard JUNIOR Opal Gray...................................Forward L’ra Shearer................................Forward Clara Parr...........................................Center Verneda Glenn.........................................Guard Ethel Smith...........................................Guard The girls have already organized a team for next year. Opal Geer was elected captain and l-oraine Olson, secretary and treasurer. The girls are looking forward to excellent practice and some good games. SCORES Freshmen . .26 S phomre 41 Sophomore. . . do Juniors 31 Xixola 41 Alcthenac 2X U'hnl we dare to dream of. sec dare to do. V .V O XI A 1921 Weiner Roast The first social event of the year occured in the month of September, when the Juniors invited the High School and Faculty to a wiener roast. As the Waynesvillc basket ball team came here for a game in the afternoon, they, Mr. Goodwin. his wife and small son were invited to stay for the wiener roast. About seventy people were present and after playing several games we crowded around a large bon tire and enjoyed hot wiener sandwiches. The Senior class was invited to the home of Mrs. Adkins Oct' her 5th. A good time was enjoyed by all. watching Mr. Adkins juggle, eating fudge. | op-com. apples and pears. On the day of the Home Coming, Octolier 8th, the Seniors were kept busy while conducting their stand. It was determined by the members of the class that. Ollie is a good “Hamburger mixer. Florence a worthy “director, Ruby and Ia is willing workers. Cora an excellent cook. I’aul letting a citizen of the village walk away with the money, while illiam is a noted “auctioneer. Visit to Champaign One Friday evening in November found the members of the Senior class on their way to Champaign in company with Miss Needham. An excellent supper was enjoyed at Miss Needham's home on that evening. It was decided that we should attend a basket ball game between the Urbana High School and Watseka. Saturday was spent looking over the University campus. We saw the new Music Building with its great auditorium and marble halls. Then we climbed on top of the University Hall by the big clock, ami we tested milk in the College of Agriculture. At noon, after a hot cafeteria lunch, we rested in the parlor of the Woman's Building. After a snooze we arose and before going home, took turns in playing the piano and at dancing together on the 1921 7 II l i iV I X () X A I45 Sophomore Farley slick floors of flic silent room. When night came, all of us were very much fatigued am! retired at an early hour. We went to the Trinity Methodist church on Sunday morning and s| ciU the afternoon taking a car ride. The evening was enjoyed verj much with the friends and family of Miss Needham. Sophomore Party During the month of Deceml er, the Sophomores entertained the students and faculty of N. T. II. S. at a party given at the school building. The assembly r. om was decorated with pennants and in blue and gold, the class colors. An indoor track meet furnished fun and exilement for the whole evening. The various events, hammer-throw, standing broad and fifty-yard etc., were entered into heartily and enjoyed by all. At the close of the meet, a loving cup was presented to the winners. The refreshments of frappe, wafers and mints were served and partaken of freely until the lights flashed their curfew when the guests departed. George and Martha’s Party The Senior class entertained the students of the High School and faculty at a party given in honor of George Wash iiv ton’s birthday. George and Martha were present with their servants. Uncle Sam and Columbia were also there. The refreshments were, hanana-split. and cake; while a birth day cake was presented to George. Alethenae Party The Alethenae Society entertained the Xixolas and faculty at a party given March llth.at the school building. The assembly room was decorated with the society colors, pink and white. The favors were the s ciety flowers, white carnations. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served. The evening was spent pleasantly, playing new games. The Xixolas went home at an early hour wishing the Alethenae would give another party soon. On March 19th the Sophomore class was entertained at a St. Patrick's party given by Miss Galaway at her home. Hats, harps and slummocks gave a true Irish aspect to the house. Games were played that were in keeping with the occasion. The boys made charming ’’l.adies from Cork. the girls tried to give the green cheese moon a white eye and everyone wa eager to ki s the Blarney Stone and thereby gain eternal happiness. Green refreshments were served, after which the favors, small booklets with handsome painted shamrock coverings, were distributed and each wrote his name in the liooks of the others. Irish stories and Irish songs gave a pleasant ending to an enjoyable party. Girls’ Ouartet Party Before the Spring Concert, the Quartets, girls against hoys, challenged each other to a party to be given to the side receiving the most applause, the evening of the entertainment. Of course the boys were clapped more, but the girls did not feel hurt because they understood that boys are usually made over more than girls. The party given by the girls on March 3rd was quite a success. Senior Class Parly During the month of May the Senior class ami faculty were given a grand surprise when they were invited to a party given at the home of Ollie Kol en. When upon their arrival they were ushered into a room beautifully decorated in high school colors, purple and gold. Vet on this particular evening all the entertainment was not within doors; as it was a lH-autiful night, everyone ventured out and had a most enjoyable time on the lawn. About ten o’clock all assembled in the dining room, which was dimly lit by candles and beautifully decorated in the Senior class colors, cream and old rose. In the center of the room al ovc the table hung a large white bell from which streamers of pink and whit' led to each place card. Don't knock but boost your school . 46 7 il I■: XI x ( XI A 192! After all were seated they were served with a sumptuous two-course luncheon. After this a cake was placed on the table and all stood up. I iuk and white candles were arranged on the cake in the shape of a '21. After the candles were lighted, all sang songs until all the candles had either gone out or burned down. The guests departed at a late hour, expressing themselves as having had a delightful time. Freshmen Entertain The Freshmen entertained the High School and Faculty at a picnic Friday, May 2oth. at Graham's Park. They were taken fr m the High School at noon to the park in automobiles, where they found dinner all ready to serve. They were first provided with sticks and the wieners were roasted over a large bonfire which had been built for the occasion. After this they were given a plateful of goodies to eat with their wieners. The second course consisted of ice cream cones and cake which were greeted with shouts of joy. It seemed very good indeed to spend the afternoon outdoors after being in the school room all year. All had been enjoying themselves, when suddenly someone discovered it was Mr. l.ighi!x«ly's sup|H-r time. So we decided to return ami all were sure they would be glad t« be entertained by the Sophoniors j. lie. next year. They clambered into the cars wishing the picnic would last forever, and journeyed homeward. A Spring Party The Seniors and Faculty enjoyed a Spring Party May 21st. given at the home of Florence Baker. All guests were met at the entrance by two Japs. ami ushered into the “Garden of Spring. The evening was spent in interesting games and music. In due time the “Japs appeared with the refreshments which every one eagerly devoured. At a rather late hour all departed for their homes. May 3o, Mrs. Adkins gave a dinner party to the Senior class and their faculty advisei at her home, livery one seemed very httngn and enjoyed the meal immensely. They retired to the parlor ami the remaining part of the evening was spent in playing games. The 27th of May As the hands of the clock turned t three-thirty ail members of the faculty and pupils of the high school assembled in the assembly room for the last time. The faculty seemed rather surprised but their suspense was soon relieved when Florence Baker walked to the front of the room. After a short speech of appreciation each member of the faculty was presented with a small t ken of remembrance from the Nixon Township High School of 1921. Junior Senior Reception The Junior-Senior reception was held in the I. C). ). F. Hall. May the twenty-eighth, nineteen hundred twenty-one. The guests were the Senior class. Faculty, Board of Kducation ami their wives. The Juniors received their guests under an arched bower made of hanging vines and (lowers. Coming from under this bower the guests found themselves in the reception hall, which was artistically decorated with dowers and the Junior class colors, pink ami green. At each end of the hall was a You can't make u punctured friendship as good as nets'. 921 7 r. x i large bank of flowers with a background of lattice work. I'hc c tners were hidden from view by arches. Under one of these arches was a fountain containing water plants and under another was a victrola which was playing softly during the banquet. The ceiling was beautifully decorated with lattice work made of the colors, pink and green. After the guests were received they were seated in a semi-circle while a short program was given by members of the Junior class. PROGRAM Piano Solo......................................Mazurka Kdna Raker Reading..........“Miss I) rothy Kntcrtains The Minister I'ra Shearer Clarinet Duet..........................“The Flower Song ' Gertrude Marsh and Clara Parr Reading........................... A l-apse Of Memory Donn Mire. Marcc Marsh. Verneda Glenn Solo...................................... You -Xeven Opal Gray Piano Duet......... Yalse P.rillante —Moritz Moskowskc Kdna I’akcr and l.cona Robcn At the conclusion of the program the guests assembled in the banquet hall where a four course banquet was served I. earn to be c .V O X 1.1 Page 47 I lie banquet hall was decorated with flower and the Senior cl s colors, pink and cream. The ceiling was decorated with a lattice woik made of these colors and streamers hung from the ceiling to each plate at the tables. The pink streamers in the archway of the door leading lr m the reception hall was dec rated with cream colored streamers. The favors were sweet peas, the Senior class flower. Upon each tabic was a large bouquet of sweet peas. The following menu was served. MENU Fruit Cocktail Chicken de creme Potatoes mache Perfection salad Parker House rolls Noodles Green Peas ( lives Pineapple salad Wafers Orange ice Angel food cake After the banquet Yovle Rolwrts acted as toastmaster and various toasts were given by members of the Junior class, Senior class, Facutly and Board of Education. The guests then returned to the reception hall where a Class Prophecj of the Seniors” by Coyle Roberts and The Junior Expectations of the Senior Will by Ethel Smith were read. A farewell s ng “Boo-hoo” was sung before the guests' departure. r good listener. 1921 r ;' .V .V O X I A Pag,- 49 Alethenae Members S:n:ih. ('•. Marsh. L. (.ray. Glenn. M. Raker. Conover. '’err. L. Jones, llankcnhorn. Mire. Goken. Peterson. Ful-lcnwider. Swearingen. !.. Ennis. Shinneman. Galawav. Tilslmry, Wilson. Hum. A. Ennis. R. Cker. McConkev. I'. Edwards. Roberts. F. Raker. Mattix. Mcrridith. J. McConkev. r g ’ 50 TII E X I X O X I A Alethenae Society OFFICERS l rcsident..................................Paul Peterson N ice President..............................Walter West Treasurer............................................Glenn McConkey Secretary....................................June McConkcv Society Colors..............................Pink and White Society Flower.......................................White Carnation The Alethenae Society was organized in the year 1919. The |)ur| oscs of the society are twofold. They are: “To promote the literary phase of high school work and to improve the student in Public Speaking.” Greater spirit has been shown in the society this year than in any previous year. The Alethenae boys challenged the Nixola boys to two games of basket ball and won. The girl challenged the Nixola girls but were not so successful as they lost to the Nixola girls. But the society showed a rousing spirit at the games by organ-using a Jazz Band. Everyone has taken part in the programs willingly and each has done his part well. The following programs have been given by the Alethenae Society this year. The tirst program given by the Alethenae Society was on Sept. 30. 1920 in honor of Robert Burns. It was as follows: Song—Cornin’ Thro The Rye...............................By School Song -O Charlie is my Darling...........................By School Biography of Robert Burns..................Florence Baker Piano Solo...............................Cora Swearingen Readings by Burns...........................Vcrneda Glenn Saxophone Soio.........................Owen Tillsbury Reading by Burns......................Cora Swearingen Trpmlronc Solo..............................Karl Hunt Reading................................ Marie Shinncman Song—Auld Lang Sync.........................By School Our Thanksgiving Program was given soon after the election of President Harding. It was as follows: )ut in the Deep................................Sell' nl History of Thanksgiving ..................Voyle Rolrerts Piano Solo.............................. Marie Shinncman Thanksgiving Poem..................Marjorie Fullcnwidvr Saxophone Solo.......................................Owen Tillslmry Biography of Harding...................Frances Galaway Piano Solo..........................................Sarah Montgomery Reading...................................Pearl Conover Corn Song..........................................School The Alethenae Society entertained the High School and Eighth Grade by a program given in honor of Lincoln Feb. 11th. It was as follows: Song—America...........................................By School Biography of Lincoln...............................Vierlc Perkins Piano Solo...............................Sarah Montgomery Gettysburg Address.................... Vcrneda Glenn Saxophone and Tromb ne Duct...................... ........................Owen Tillsbrry and Karl Hunt Song—Battle Cry of Freedom...................By School Song—Speed Our Republic......................By School better study a little etvry day than to cram at the end of the term I’ags 52 192! Nixola Members Hack row—R. Geer. Harold. Plankenhorn. Mawhinney, I' Hunt. Gokcn. Mrs. Adkins. Edwards. Second row—Ennis, l’olston. Rainey, L. Hunt. Dickey. Edwards, McConkcy. Walden. First row—L. Jones. Meredith, Foote. Mattix. Perkins, Galaway. FuUenweidcr. M. Jones, Olson. (). Geer, Wilson. 1921 7 li N I X O X I A_______________________rage 53 Nixola Society Officers President.....................................Leona Rol en Vice President.........................................Edna Baker Secretary and Treasurer................................Opal ('.ray Flower—Carnation. Colors -Blue and White. Motto—l.oyalty hinds as. Song. (Tune of “Sweet Adeline .) Nixola mine. Nixola mine In years to come, For you alone. In all our dreams. Our society beams. You’re the pride of our heart' Nixola mine. The Nixola Society was organized January 2 . 1919, and has been one of the moat prominent organizations of Nixon Township High School ever since. Toward the first of this year it was decided that Nixolas and Alcthonaes should alternate in giving programs every two weeks. Some of the best programs of the Nixola society were given on October 24. November 24. and March 25. They were as follows: October 24. Song............................................. ■ School Biography of Paid Lawrence Dunbar..............Cleo Long Jokes.........................Basil Hunt. Russel Mawhinny Quartet. I.clah Wise. Manila Davison. (Hlic Roben. Opal Gray Reading........................................Edna Baker Reading........................................Ruby Gray November 24. a Thanksgiving program. Song............................................. School Why we have Thanksgiving.......................Ava Ennis Piano Solo........................................Lticilc Hunt Reading..............................................Cleo Long Duet..............................Edna Baker. Opal Gray Reading....................................Manila Danison Song.............................................. School March 25. Song- Re el of the Leaves.........................School Reading.........................................Ava Ennis Piano Sol '■........................................Lelah Wise Piano Solo..........................................Altha Rainey Reading..............................................Ruby Gray Vocal Solo........................................Maurice Jones Piano Duct........................Edna Baker. I.ucilc Hunt Duct.............................Ava Ennis, Manila Danison Song...............................................Schoo� Early in the year the Alethcnae society challenged us l -a boys' basket ball game. The challenge was accepted and the game was played on DcccmWr 19. Although the game was I st by the Nixolas. by a score of 22 to 12. their spirit was shown by their splendid yells. The Alethcnae society again challenged us to two basket ball games, one for the girls and one for the boys. If one society won both games, the losing society was to entertain the ther with a party, and if each won a game they were to go fifty-fifty. The challenge was accepted by the Nixolas and t|ic games were played February 16. The Nixola girls won with a score of 4o to 2X and the Alethcnae boy won with a score of 2X c«� 19. Although the Alcthcnaes have, to their credit, two athletic contests, to our one. we are not at all disheartened because our superiority is evident in many other respects and is recognized by all. Yell. skee Wah-w ah-Skinny Wah-wah-Nixola. Nixola Rah-Rah-Rah. Il’hv! She’s musical too. lidna Hokcr. '921 T : .V X O X I A I'W 55 Music Faculty LouiSC SwA'M Music. Miss Louise Swain Miss Iamise Swain lias been the Music supervisor for the Weldon schools f«� r the past three years, '1 , ’2o, and ’21. I tv tireless effort and unflagging enthusiasm, she has made the ntusic department one of the strongest in the school. The High School Concert and the Grade Operetta, given this year, were splendid evidences that her work is careful, thorough and productive of the best results. Mr. YV. J Nees Mr. V. J. Xces. who has had charge of the orchestral music of the Weldon schools during the last two years, is recognized as a valuable member of our Faculty. The work has been so well started under his direction and has prospered so well that it- future in X. T. H. S. should Ik assured. The Orchestra merits ami receives hearty applause at each public appearance. A very promising Junior Orchestra has been organized this year. A w 4 f V l :S T Page 56 1921 I If • X I X O XIA Girls’ Glee Club Back row—(I. Marsh. Redding, M. (taker, Perkins, Dickey. Rainey, Conover, Danison. L. I hint. O. (leer Glenn, L Gray. F. Baker. Second row- Mattix, McC'onkcy, Galaway, A. Knnis. I.. Wise. Miss Swain. K. Baker. Foote. M. Jones. L. Olson and L. Jones. Xearly all llie girls would be more interesting if they hadn't been uf the night before. 1921 7 II I: X I X O X I A !’� : ■ 57 High School Music As a general thing. two morning of each week were given to chorus work. The class was composed of the entire student body. The past few years were hampered by a scarcity of boys, but this year a few Iniys who could sing tenor, and a goodly numlier'on the bass part, made the chorus much more worth while. The interest shown has been satisfactory and numerous very pretty s ngs have been worked out The membership of the Girl’s ('dec Club reached a total of twenty-seven. The girls organized as a glee club in the fall, electing June McConkcy president, Frances Galaway vice president and Lelah Wise secretary and treasurer. The club’s first public appearance of the year was at the Teacher’s Institute, which was held in Clinton oil Oct her the sixth. Here they were received enthusiastically by the teachers. They sang for the parent-teachers’ association upon several occasions. and again at the High Sell ol Concert. The Boy’s Double Quartet was considered one of the most important divisions of the high school music this year. It is the first time for several years that the right kind of voices for such an organization has l een available. The boys have been greatly interested in Irving out their voices on the several parts, of first tenor, second tenor, first and second bass; their work at the concert, which was received by the people with much applause, showed possibilities for future Caruso’s per haps. The members of the Girl’s Double Quartet were Mildred Baker and Ava F.nnis. fir t soprano; Elsie Bebic and Opal Gray, second sopranos: Lucilc Hunt and Ura Shearer, first altos: Manila Davison and Yerncda Glenn, second altos. The girl’s voices blended nicely. Commendable work has been done by the girls during the year. OI K MUSIC. I hard a music teacher say. I believe the boys can beat the girls today. The U ys are climbing fast. I think they’ve reached the girls at last.” Then thr ugh the halls the music rang: You should have heard the girls and boys! Twas wonderful, so clear they sang RUBY GRAY. Orchestra Professor Necs continued as our valuable instructor of orchestral instruments this year. His work has brought forth great results. Ve now possess two orchestras, a senior orchestra which has been in evidence the past three years, and a junior orchestra, which was organized in January. Two evenings of each week were given to the rehearsal of the senior orchestra and one evening from each week for the junior practice. The orchestra has aided in almost all the entertainments given by the nclux I this year, playing at the Parent-Teacher’s Association meetings. Teachers Institute and on several other occasions. The members of the senior orchestra took an active part in the concert which was given in February by the high school. The quality ■ f music given there is a good representation of the orchestra’s faithful work of the past year. As an organization, they have elected Lucile Hunt a« president. Corwin Miller vice president, and Earle Hunt as secretary and treasurer. That all air trembled with their joys t'w 3 8___________________________ Tim X I.X OX 1,1 1921 Boys’ Glee Club Miss Swain, Miller. Walden. Montgomery, Hunt, Clew, Tilslniry, Wilson, G. McConkey. 1921 ‘age 59 T II I: X I X X I A Music of the Grade School The musical interest of the radc school have been varied. Besides the new Junior Orchestra, the grade sch« I in the month of May produced an )|� eretta in two acts. “The Smuggleman is the story of the tn ger-itian who lie in wait at night for bad boys and girls who steal jam from the pantry. Knights and horses had a part, with silver shields and hells tinkling on reins, blue, orange, many-colored. The Otteen of Fairies, with bright wand and shining dress, was accompanied by her little attendants. Sober grandmother in gray, and the “bad” boys and girls all were concerned. To brighten the interim between acts, a water lily maiden, a carnation, the rose, the fresh aster bv the brook with her sister, the chryanthemum. danced a figure with the sunflower and the dainty morning-glory. The 0| erelta and the Orchestra are proofs of the pudding of musical instruction. Have you ever wondered, th ugh. how the musical idea grows in a child's mind? There is in the primary pupil, the workable advantage of sense of rhythm and willingness to rcjteat. Rhythm and motion are emphasized. The children in the primary grades learn by imitation of the teacher. Nothing spontaneous or thoughtful is required. In the middle of the year, when the children have learned to recognize tone, the syllables of the scale arc taught; and by the time the third grade is reached, the pupils have learned to apply groups of tones to new songs. lu Miss Fleming's room, the intervals of the scale, from whatsoever tone, are learned. Individual voices are tested; there is scanning of music rather than theoretical counting of time: and sight-reading is a large feature in these grades above the primary. Then comes the fifth and sixth ages of childhood under Miss 15 az I’art-songs arc introduced. More sight-reading is used as a method to help in understanding time.” Furthermore. the significance of staff, notes, and key signatures, is studied. ''Last scene of all.that ends this strange.eventful history.” is the grown-up of the grades. Miss Benson’s charge. It is not difficult to work with these boys and girls. “Awakening. “Sunset. Song of the City.” suggest the aptitude f seventh and eight-graders to follow musical scores in one. two. ami three parts. Keys they know: words and many associations they have, of evenings when the sun set red. and of the gust} city of Chicago. The b ys and girls now ap|� car before audiences. as Miss Benson's room has done. Violin and vocal solos are not exceptional. Memory” and My l«ady of Dreams.” with garden rose dripping with dew. and the mo: n peering through clouds at night, indicate the fluent interpn. tation of music |K ssible for these children, after six or seven years of drill and accumulated musical theory. Ij is the most elusive and the most pleasurable of w rk to teach children h w to get melody from a page. I'm just as cheerful as I can he—Erma Dickey. Pttjy 60 run xixo. 1.1 192! The Orchestra Hack row—Flemming, Marsh, Parr. L. Hunt, E. Hunt, Smith. Front row—Mi's Swain. L. Hunt. Gray. G. Tilllmry, Fullcnweidcr. Long, O. Tillburv. Miller. Mr. Xecs. 1921 TII li X .V O X IA I'agc 65 Mr. Lightbody—“Howard why were you tardy to-day? Howard—“Class began before I got there. Cora—“Sav. Miss Needham, yon teachers could stay here for your dinner since they are serving the hot lunches. Miss Needham— Yes, we do stay except when we go home. I onn— You know 1 haven’t had but five hours sleep, in the last live nights? Opal Cray—“Well I)onn, that isn’t my fault. alter— Corwin. did you know there was a town in Massachusetts named after you? Corwin—“No! What is it? Walter— Marblehead.” I n’t tell us so much alumt your Auntie, but stick to text—Florence Maker. Age I do defy thee—Miss (lalaway. Margie Mattix—I Teaching Roy Geer to dance): “Now put your arm around me: that’s it. you’s learn. Owen—“Hut I didn’t deserve this zero. Mrs. Adkins—“I know, but that as low as I can mark you. ‘u.sV 66 r n a x i x o x i a 1921 o� April first. the frcshies said. A wiener r ast we’ve set our head. nd his made Seniors. Juniors. Sophs. S,� very glad, but ah too had! On A| ril lirst. the day was set. And when noon came you bet. The frcshies hollowed April Fool;” We all acknowledged, we were fooled. I'eople who fly high don’t always have wings- Seniors. The more attention a girl gives to decorating the outside of her skin, the les she usually give- to improving of her head—Freshman girls. In the Dear. Dead Days Beyond Recall. A certain student tanked to the ears, came home one night and found immense trouble in keeping his feet under him and his wits together. He was fumbling at the door, when the window opened and his mother thrust her head out. Shall I drop you down the key? she asked. Nope I got fhie the key. Dropsh me down (hie) the k—keyhole. I'carl Con ver (translating l.atin) The doctor took his pulse and put it on a rigorous diet. There are germs in kisses.” I hear with alarm. Rut all the girls are so stingy They'll do me no harm. —Roy Wilson. I have found one man among a thousand.—Lois Ennis My heart is smitten.—I'aul Peterson. All great men arc dead, and I’m n t feeling well. —Pleasant Edwards. When there is nothing else to do nights. I study. —Karl Hunt After Mr Lightlmdv seated the bookkeeping class, the lirst of the year. I'ra sat at the east table. Several weeks later, however, on account of bad eye sight (?) she moved t� the west table. She now occupies a seat by her beloved- CIco—“Here comes Rurnettc flokcn. Manila—(Looking at a baby in a buggy) Oh! isn’t he cute? William says he will never marry a woman for money: but he will help her spend it. if she has any. Ethel— I love you. but I don’t know how t express it.” Vovle—“Send it by parcel post. Frances—(After coming upstairs from where the freshmans were having their picture taken) “Jenkins couldn’t take our picture, because we looked too much like grass. Mr. I.ightltody— Name some of the diseases of plants.” Leila—“Hay fever. Maree Marsh— When I was in the grades. I ate library paste. I«orainc Olson— So that’s the reason you're so stuck up. 921 THE NIXON IA Tagc 67 Corwin after being sent out f zoolog}', was followed into the assembly by Mrs. Adkins. Miss Galaway who was in charge of the assembly, was instructed by Mrs. Adkins to sec that Corwin studied bis lessons. Corwin hearing what Mrs. Adkins said, at one began to gaze out of the window at the sky and trees. Miss Galaway— Corwin I was given instruction to see that you studied your zoology.” Corwin— Oh you were? Well! I was studying astronomy. Miss Needham—“Why does language have roots?” I jura— Why I suppose to make the language grow.” Paul says the green turf will l� e above him. before he gets his diploma. Cora—“If a man went with a woman for several years, and didn’t ask her marry him. she could make him marry her, couldn’t she?” Sarah— Oh. she could not.” Cora— Well 1 know she could.” Sarah— Well thep von just try it and sec if you get a husband.” Things We Are Paid to Tell. Miss Swain isn’t married yet. Ix rainc Jones has a beau. Walter West always has his history lesson. That I.oraine Olson doesn’t always act like a monkey. Ruby Gray has a new ring. Ada—“Mr. Ughtbody, 1 forgot my compass.” Mr. I.ightbody— Use a dollar.” Ada— ’l.end me one, will you please?” Mr. I.ightliody—(Hastily) Just a minute, and I’ll find you a compass. I used to be a good boy but just look at me now. durn it! —Karl Hunt. God made him, therefore let him pass for a man.—Vicrl. Perkins. Be it ever so homely, there is no face like your own. (What would happen) If Cora was kept from laughing? If Ollic couldn’t whisper? If Florence would do all she plans? If William could please the teachers? If we didn’t have Paul to experiment? If Sarah wouldn't argue? If I.ois would recite the right topic? If Ruby wouldn’t blush? Definitions To shave your face and brush your hair, And then your Sunday suit to wear, Then upon the car to ride. A mile or two to walk beside That’s transportation. And before the door to smile. And think you’ll stay a good long while. That’s cxj� ectation. And then to find her not at home. That’s thunderation. What is so rare as a chot .s in lime. Page 68 M. Mildred Saylor—married: Mr . Harry Goble.. ern Shinncman—mechanic____________________ V. II. Gray—assistant cashier______________ Clarence Keel—civil service—married_________ Gladys Hunt—married: Mrs. Walter Marvel. Vclda Hunt—married: Mrs. Elmer Mix____ Beatrice Hales—married: Mrs. Rex Garrett Ira Richardson—bookkeeper... Opal I. Emery—school teacher. Ernest Dickey—Jcltool teacher. THE .V -V 0 -V A________________________________________1921 Alumni CLASS OF 'IS .Weldon. 111. Lola Emery—school teacher___________________Lanes, 111. Weldon. III. (. C. Gray—student.................._ Yal|� araiso, Ind. Weldon, III. Karl I’cterson—farmer_____________________Weldon. III. Weldon. Ill K. Elect Summers—brakeman, married:.......Clinton. III. Class of '19 Defend, Hi. Kay Olson.................................. Weldon, 111. Dcland. 111. Charles Adams—student........................Bloomington, 111. Weldon. 111. Class of 20 Weldon. 111. I ncs. III. Weldon. 111. Florence M. McKown—clerk C'arence Galaway—farmer... Weldon. III. .Weltlon. II! 1921 T II : .V A' O X A fa c 69 Grade Board of Education Dk. A. V. Foote P. M. Smau.wikni F.i.mkk I-ong I’a e 70 run x xox i a 1921 lifrr'iirVM a Miss Boaz Second Intermediate Grade Faculty Miss ISenson Grammar Room Mas. Hailey • Primary Room Miss Fi.kmmin ; hirst Intermediate A word to the wise is useless. 921 T n E X IX O X IA Page 71 History of the Grades Once again, as in past years, has it lxrcn the privilege of the grade teachers to welcome on the first Monday in September a large and enthusiastic number of boys and giris ready to In-gin a year's work: it has been a greater privilege to see how these jives broaden through their own earnest and diligent efforts. The total enrollment at the beginning of the year was one hundred twenty five. During the nine months of school a few pupils have been transferred to other schools while new ones have been enrolled: the attendance being g od thoughout the year. The following are the names of those who have neither been absent nor tardy during the term— from the Primary Room, Vemclle Workman; the First Intermediate, Doris Liscnby, Irene Marsh and Roy Cott. n: the Second Intermediate, Carroll Adams, Allcne Clow, and Denail Halcom. On December the thirteenth the school was saddened by the death of Marion Maker, the seven year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Wade Maker. Mthotigh he had only been enrolled in the Primary R om three months, this lovable child has been greatly missed. Each one of the l vs ami girls has shown marked improvement during the year under their efficient teachers and through tlie hearty co-operation of their parents. The means employed have Ik-cii of the very best. arious programs have been given by the different rooms. At several of the Parent Teachers’ meetings the grade pupils have given s me excellent numbers. The solos sung by Pauline Marvel and the violin duct played by Frances Fleming and Lotus Hunt showed that these young girls have marked talent and a brilliant future. Other interesting ami very entertaining numbers were a dramatized song by four little maids from the Second Intermediate, F'ileen Fleming, Margaret Railsback, Lazinka Pilch and Pearl Long, and the s ngs sung by the Grammar Grades. The Wand and Flag drills given hv the pupils of the third and fourth grades under the direction of their teacher. Miss Fleming were pleasing execute 11s. In the County Spelling Contest Frances Fleming, a pupil of the eighth grade, won second place. This same honor she won last year also. A 1 login tiers orchestra has been formed this year in the grades while over fifty |n-r cent of the advanced orchestra arc grade !x� ys ami girls. I11 the spring a very attractive operetta The Smuggleman was given by pupils front all the grades. It is the sincere hope that the result of the teacher’s efforts have Ik-I|k-«I till the hearts of these dear lioys and girls with joy, their minds with right ideas, ami it may incite them to Ik- more helpful to their fathers ami mothers, more kind to their brothers ami sisters and thus better tilted to take their place not only in the High School lint also in the business world. Excellent woik has been d ne in the Grammar grade room during the present school year. The alternation plan of the State Course of Study was continued ami the seventh grade was taught. This plan has Wen carried on successfully and permits more time for recitation, study and personal in st ruction. Ten of the pupils are finishing their grade work and will enter the high school next year. Fifteen central pupils will complete the eighth year’s work next term. A splendid Commencement pr gram was given at the M. K. Clinch on Wednesday evening. June First. The complete program is given on the following page. He must be wise to tell whether they are eleven or twenty-seven «� .! '«• 72 : .V .V O . 192! Grammar Room Front row—(ilrn Tillbury. Kstel Raiding. Stella Swearingen. Helen I taker, l.ena Heine, Jeanette Rhode'. Second row—Frances Fleming, Ijottis Hunt. Ruth FiiHenwider. Olive Smith, Irene Baker. Hulda Ite’bie. Ruth Dre Icr. James Ixmg, Rnl ert Massinger, IXmaid (tray. Hiird row—Pauline Marvel. Lena Monkman. Mae Black, Gladys Darslww. Naomi Rhodes. Kenneth McConkcy. Ricltard Monkman. Philip Foote. Vaughn Edwards, '.ewis IVacock. Ray Gardner. 1921 run xtxoxi.t 73 PROGRAM of the ANNUAL GRADE COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES CVVf. E. Church Wednesday June 1st, 1921 8:00 P. M. Processional Invocation.................................. Kiev. G. E. Mayo Selection_________________________________Sellout. m iiestra Class Address— The Call From Over thr Hill” _________________ Mr. P. C. Somkrvii.i.e, Professor of English Literature Illinois Wesleyan I'niversity Selection.....................—...............School Orchestra Presentation of Diplomas........................Roy II. Johnson Count) Superintendent of Scliools Selection-------------------------------------School Orchestra Penediction...............................Rev. Ch ri.es T. Pilch I ag ' 74 7 II E X I X O X I A 1921 Second Intermediate 1‘irst row—Carl Swearingen. Donald I.isenby, Dcnzil llalrohn. Melvin Long. Ottis Barclay, Earl Newberry, Evelyn i’ilch, Irene Smith. Second row—l-orcn Richardson, Glen Walden, Cecil Pejwck. Robert Barclay, Martha Collins. Russel Fullenwider, l-'leen Fleming. Ix zinka I’ilch. Margaret Railsback, .’.emicc Bcbie, Elwin Perkins, Willie Girard. Frank Black. I bird row—Avery Shearer. Lewis Darsham, Walter Drc'der. Pearl I� ng. Alwida Redding. Martha Turner. Krsa Followcll. Ethel Turner. Kenneth Smith. Fourth row—Harven Baker. Allen Clow. Thelma Glenn. Carroll Adams, Fay Cotton, Florence Girard, Jessie Baker. 1921 7 II li XIX () X IA I'aa ’ 75 First Intermediate Front row—Daniel Monkman. Irene Peacock, Muriel Long. Noel Cussins. I� tus Lccvcy, Owen Barclay, Clarence Perkins. Henry Pilch. Carl (ialaway. Carlyle White, Ycroelle Rrannan. Klijah Rhodes. Doris I.isenby. Second row—Crete Coffman, Esther Baker, Nellie Adam . Irene Marsh, Wayne Reescr. Roy Cotton. Estel Turpin, Cleta Long, (iertrude Redding. Ethel Campbell. Third row—Annabel Nichols. Ruby Polio well, Marie Stearman, Raytnon Clark. William Stearman. Richard Rails-back, Cecil Massinger, Leroy Clow, Raymond West. Elmer Turpin, Howard Baker. 76______________________________ THE .VIX ONI A 1921 Primary Room l-n.ut row— cruelIc Workman. Margaret Crammer, V irginia Cray. Evelyn Itenson. Ida Black. Cara Lee Abshcr, Martha Perkins. Loretta Schwehm. Margaret Brown. Rachel IJong. Second row—Daniel Collins, Irvin Massinger. Charles Workman. Eunice Baker. Mart Baker. Kathryn Clark, Dorothy Cotton, Hubert Liseuby. Mary V irginia Cussins. Wayne Ennis, Mary Frances Schwehm, Donald Brown. Third row—'Woodrow Stearmao, Nicholas Cirard. Lizzie Rowe Abshcr. Wclbv Walden. Owen Swearingen. Charles Baker, Ora Followel, Edna Moody, Doris Com best. I'm just a country lad—.Arthur Ennis. 1921 T H E X1X O X I A 77 Grade Basket Ball Team G. Tilshury. J. IxMtg, Redding. Monkman. K. McConkey. Foote. At the beginning oi the 1 20—21 school term the seventh and eighth grade boys decided to have a bosket ball team for the coming season. They held a meeting for that purpose an I as a result elected as captain. Glen Tilsbury. and as manager. Richard Monkman and also appointed Professor E. K. Light hody as coach. Although their schedule was small they played good basket ball throughout the season. They won every game played. Their squad consisted of six boys; namely. Philip Foote, James Long. Kenneth McConkey, Richard Monkman, Kstel Redding and Glen Tilsbury. Through the strenuous efforts of coach l.ighfbody and the squad Weldon had a fairly good grade basket ball team. Now that the season is over and spring is here, the boys have organized a fast base ball team. The team of 1922 will lose b ur of their players. Monkman, Foote. McConkey, and Tilsbury. Perhaps they will be of some use to the N. T. H. S. H ere it not for rainy days, the sunny ones teould not seem bright. Pagi- 78 TII E XI X O X I A 1921 September Sighs 6. Hip! Hip! Hurrah! School Days once again; enrollment sixty-lhrce. 7. Mrs. Adkins fills vacancy. X. Work l cgins. ')■ Tillie arrived to-day. lie's always late. 10. Oh joy! one week over. 13. Election of officers in Alethcnac and Xixola societies. All l� ys at work on basket ball court. 14. Fire! Fire! Just a drill. But the new teachers w re v scared it was impossible for them to run. 15. Miss Galaway smiled at the Senior Boys. They are both in love?? with the smile. 17. The noisy Juniors arc into deep water already. 20. The Geometry pupils have a real path front their seats to Miss Galaway’s desk. 21. First pep meeting. 22. W hat's in the air to-day ? The teachers arc all so cross. 23. The boys received their new suits of purple and gold for Basket Ball. Miller is back on the job after a vacation in a military school. 24. S me It. I . game, score: Weldon 23. Wayucsville 17! I he Junior W iencr Roast was enjoyed by the faculty ami High School, as by a few visitors from Wayucsville. 27. Nothing doing. , - ■ Everybody went to Dcland P-O-O-K Deland. W ho got the honors? 30. Oh ye exams! First Alethcnac program. Also some visitors. 31. My Oh My! Waynesville! We won an.! mighty glad we did. 1921 7 • V .V () .V A 19 October Occurrences 4. Vacation time. 5. Glee Club and Orchestra appear n the program at Clinton (or the institute. An enjoyable evening s|kmu by the Seniors at Mrs. Adkins, S. Seniors are doing tine. The big stand brings $1.0.77 11. High School inspector?? Everybody holds his “brefT'. Just « nc in re senior. 13. All the Seniors are fishing? Kconomics! 14. L. A. A. meeting. 15. Characters arc chosen for High School play. 17. hirst practice f«� r the High School play. IS. (’.iris all peeved! 'Cause the boys went to Argenta. 19. -Hail. Hail, the gang's ail here:” Nine Seniors. 1. Hud tries to hcomc better acquainted with Miss Needham. 22. Senior Box Social. The proceeds were over sixty dollars. 25. Rain! Rain! A terrible, blue Monday. The second Basket Ball team of the X. T. II. S. organized to-day. 26. Paul finds it impossible to keep still in History class. 27. The Freshmen have not yet arrived at the stage where they can discard their playthings. Teddv bears? Mr. Light body kindly consents to wrap the s«� cks for the Senior class. 2X. Bwr-r-r! Everybody is frozen. November Narratives 1. The Hallowe’en frolics scented t,o have a bad effect upon a certain snphom re. whose name logins with T.’’ 2. Some of the Seniors are very much interested in article found in the November American Magazine, 1920. Upon the Twenty Rules for a Happy Marriage. Everyone is hilarious over the presidential election. The High Sch. ol is decidedly Republican. 3. The freshmen need a lecture on color schemes. 4. We have a new Lost and Found department. 5. Oh ye exams!! • . Mildred finds it necessary to chase up somebody to take her t the lecture course. lo. Miss Needham returns after a short period of illness 12. Mt. Pulaski vs. Weldon. Score. 21 to 26. 15. Basket Ball Sweaters are coming down. 16. Everyone is busy selling tickets for the II. S. play. 17. The play Mrs. Briggs of the Poultry Yard was a success, over $100 taken in. The High School teachers attend institute. 22. Roy Geer donned his long pants. Really, lie's not such a little kid. 24, I'm! I'm! Just think of the turkey and two whole days of vacation. 25. The day after the day before. 29. The Seniors just received the news. They are stuck up. 30. The Senior class went to Clinton to have their pictures taken for the Annual. The front scat of Burton’s car attracted much attention. She rides o fine I’lack horse—l.ola Polston. i’w 80 1921 7 • A I X O A .-f December Dreams 1. The Freshmen write a letter to Santa Claus. 2. ( h how would you like to g. up in a swing up in the sky so blue. Oh I do think it's the pleasantest thing ever a child can 1 . 3. School holds until four o'clock. � . Ollie decides that it’s time for a new spring hat. X. Mrs. Ailkins made sausage out of “Abraham.’' 9. Mr. Allen from Curtis Publishing gave us a speech this morning. Sophomore party was a grand success. I'1- Weldon goes to Mansfield. Seniors leave for a week end visit with Miss Needham in Champaign. 13. A bunch of sleepy Seniors arrived on the early morning train. 14. Glenn is determined to win the badge at the County tournament. 15. Runaway attracts the attention of Girls’ Glee Club. 16. All are planning big for the tournament. Everybody gone to tournament. Weldon wins first games. IX. Tournament closes; the boys jire tired but happy Over the honor of the second place. JO. The silk shield is prevented by Capt. Montgomery. Alethenac defeats N'ixola. -I. r - Adkins receives several earlv Xmas gifts such as toys? etc. J“« two more days. Smell the plum pudding. 23. Each teacher receives a token of Christmas. January Jottings Students receive as a present from the Faculty a warning to work hard. 3. A Happy New Year. 4. A New Year Resolution Resolved that school In-dismissed once again at three-thirty. 5. Mr. Jenkins takes pictures; all the freshmen wanted to be on the front row. 6. Cora rides the spotted | ony. 7. Wayncsvillc must be satisfied, now that the Weldon boys are still champions. 16. The Indies Home Journal returned. 11. Opal Gray decided that liobbed hair is not liecoming. 12. IX you know who's been smoking? 13. “Dunbar Male Quartette and Bell Ringers.” 14. All pictures and cartoons are sent to the Engraver. 17. Mr. I.ightlnidv announces that everyone is required to take Semester examinations! IX. The Seniors have a real play day. reminding Miss Galaway of a class in kindergarten. 19. When Mr. I.ightlxidy g« s for his daily walk at five minutes till twelve, everyone begins to pick up papers. 2t). Nine o'clock?’’ Time everyone starts writing on the h rrid examinations. 21. I’arent-Teachcrs’ Club. No school I . M. 21. What a shame it is. we can’t live the life of a Senior twice. 25. Everybody uttering a sigh of relief. 27. Two visitors excited the boys to-dav. 31. A red hot argument it. Law class. Work and I fell out—Verneda Glenn 1921 7 II li A A' O A . i 1‘iifi 81 February Frivolities 1. A debate was held in Am. History. Subject Resolved that tlie United States should place restrictions on all states admitted to the Union. 2. Miss Grace Needham visited the classes this after noon. 4. The Sweet Family, and The Familiar Faces of a Funny Family, given by the Sophomore class was a success. 7. Howard Iturton claims that somebody either broke or hurt his heart. Oh! what a shame. 5. Miss l.cita Gray received a part of her lost bridal apparel to-day. 9. Let’s see the chickens. 10. Infant Paul seems very cross to-day. We wonder if it could be because his pal llud has been given a vacation. 11. The Alethenaes give a short program in honor of “Lincoln. Harold fell off his chair. 14. .Wanv valentines found a mysterious way to X. T. H. S. 15. Soph mores wish Mr. Lightbody to whistle Indore entering the Geometry room. 16. Miss Galaway, “This is a rushing life I’m leading. 17. Awarding of letters for II. II. 1920-21. “Hetty Zane is missing Who’s guilty? IX. The girls’ basket ball game was quite an attraction The Sophomore girls won both games. 21. Mr. I.ighthodv seems “ sort-a perplexed. He is chief cook and buttle washer this week. 22. Washington's Birthday. A party is given by the Senior class. 23. Why couldn’t Mr. Lightbody devise something to kill the terible perfume that pervaded the hall to-day. 25. High School Concert, and the teachers were late, due to the lovely dinner served at the teachers' mansion. Miss Lightbody was a visitor. March Merry Makings 1. beautiful spring day. 2. Don loses a letter. 3. Mr. Lightlxidy made a confession that he too was an admirer of the beautiful ladies in the Tribune, but he wished the members of II. S. to note the gentlemen on the front page. 4. A program given in honor of Harding's inaugural.. Society games: Xixola girls win, and Alethcnac boys win. 7. All the teachers are on a strike. They are determined to do no more cooking. 9. Why do the freshmen girls lose a curl now and then? 10. Senior girls awake to the fact that commencement time is drawing near. Frances Williams Bennett gave a short talk to the school this morning. 11. Freshmen take a l ath in their artificial lake during the last period. 14. Howard is back on crutches. 15. We find radical Knglish teachers in the Senior class 17. St. Patrick's day. but what happened to the freshmen party? IX. Junior Play: Cousin Timmy is just a joke. 19. Sophomores and Faculty enjoy kissing the Blarney Stone. Xot so lusshful os she looks—I.ucile Redding. 1921 TII li VIX 0 XIA 1‘age 82 21. Don't forgot the twelve pcints of Mr. Light l ody’s speech. 22. Everybody on the warpath. School continues again until four o'clock. 24. Apron day. 25. Pig tail day. 28. Miss Gala wav’s return from St. l-ouis, after a leave of absence, hut strange to say, alone. 20. Voylc Robert- goes to the Laboratory for quite a confidential chat. April Amenities 1. April Pool? Where were the wieners? M. T. H. S. vs. X. T. H. S. Base Ball. Score II to 15. Alethcnae Xixola party. 4. X. T. II. S. receives as beautiful picture from the Weldon Woman’s Club. 8. Weldon vs. Farmer City. Score. 8 to 6. Rough time. 12. Why was the Miller garage struck by a small tornado! ha ha. 14. Jolly. One whole day’s vacation. 16. It’s like a day in June after the snow yesterday. 19. Physics experiment to-night, strange noises outside. Clinton won the game, what a shame. 20. The Juniors almost lose their notes on the Junior-Senior Reception. 22. 210 lines for English IV. 26. Another Physics experiment after night. Ollic and Florence were late; so was the popcorn. Popcorn devoured in class next morning. 28. Cora and Sarah brings candy. 29. Another month ended. May Nut-muring 2. Seniors working hard on material for annual. 3. Still feasting ill English IV. 4. Howard makes the school a visit. 6. County Literary meet at Clinton. 13. Grade Operetta. 14. A Spring Party for the faculty and Senior class. 20. The freshmen give a dinner in the woods. 26. Senior Examinations. 27. Mtimni Banquet 28. Junior’s reception to the Senior class. 29. Baccalaureate address. 30. Seniors loafing around. June—“Jim Jams’) 1. Grade Commencement. 2. Class night M. E. Church. Xixonia comes out. Ask no questions, we’ll tell no lies, so don’t ask where the Xixonia staff has gone. 3. Oh, you sheepskins! Turn backward, turn backward, Oh time in thy flight, and make me a fresh” again just for to-night. Florence Baker ’21. Pon'l laugh loo much, this annual is liable to cause convulsion� . Our Janitor Our janitor here. Oh! don't you -see! He's just as good as he can he. He sweeps the floor and scrubs the hall. nd helps, you bet. to clean the wall. He ring the bell, then stands at guard To watch the boys conic from the yard. He makes them all to scrape their feet. Oh! ves. Mr. Monkman, he's hard to beat. He tends the litc and brings the mail. I Jut ne'er has he used the flail. You know he wouldn't. He's too good. Why, he’d just help you if he could. So good he's been to nr Senior class We wish to thank him. before we pass To the hills of life, we are to climb. Out luck, dear Tom for future time! 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()flice Supplies and Novelties SCHOOL BOOKS AND SUPPLIES Greeting Cards for All Occasions STAND FRAMES AND FRAMED PICTURES W'c Specialize in Picture Framing GRIFFS BOOK STORE —Phone 633— CLINTON - - - ILLINOIS KODA KS- BR0WN1ES t ur Kodak Department is always well stocked with Kodaks from $1.50 to $35.00. Brownies from $J to $5. NEIL'S DRUG SHOP CLINTON ILLINOIS We Need Another Customer WILSON BROS YOU’LL DO! Forbes Motor Sales Co. Home of the Paifp CLINTON. ILLINOIS Ladies' Wcxiriiuj Apparel .TOl Public Square H. G. BEATTY ERNEST H. BEATTY H. G. Beatty Co. DEALERS IN Harness. I biggies. Hardware. Stoves. I'aims. Oils. Etc. Auto Tires and Accessories Million. |||inni� HOBART R. BEATTY Phone 229 CLINTON. ILLINOIS 405-407 Public Square Wampler Cloud Co. DIAMONDS WATCHES SILVERWARE Retailer' of Quality Shoes ALWAYS—Only Dependable Qualities CLINTON. ILLINOIS +1. B. Lundh Son Men and Women Who Care” Huy Quality Shoes JEWELERS Victor Victrolas an l Records CLINTON .... ILLINOIS DiLLinqHAm’s HICKMAN’S The Home of � ood Shoe Men's Clothing North Side � f Square CLINTON .... ILLINOIS White House Maxine fluster Brown CLINTON - - ILLINOIS H. B. IDILSOH CO. Exclusive Dealers in Ford, Fordson and Ford Products Official Service Station Insist on Genuine Ford Parts Manufacturer of the Wilson Radiator Gtiards for Fordson Tractors Phone 77 Weldon, Illinois This space reserved for L. S. Rogers A Hair Cut. a Shave, and a Hath A Massage, a Shampoo and a Tonic at c. q. Simms Barber Shop This S|� cc Reserved for W. I). 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S T A F F O R I) K N C; RAVING C O M P A N Y College and High School Annual Engravers SEVENTH FLOOR CENTURY BUILDING INDIANAPOLIS.......................................................INDIANA JM V: 220 NVrjtf Jt'Fli-rMin Shred I tloomiiujton Illinois To you, dear Reader, we have now told nr story, the story of the past school year. We have pictured it for you from camera and pen. hoping that this l� ook will keep fresh in your minds hlen memories of dear friends and busy days spent in our beloved Alma Mater. Relieving that you will judge our efforts most justly we hid you, as representatives of the class of Nineteen Hundred Twenty-one “Aufwiederschcn.” THK 1921 XfXOXIA STAFF.