Nokomis High School - Old Nokomis Yearbook (Nokomis, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 66 of the 1917 volume:

She Nflkulttacn. 19 17. tiiitiirii' JFurriitiird. The object of am annual, as we see it, is to portra.v the story of the year: and in this, the 1917 Nokohisco we have attempted to place a record of the things that we and our fellow students have done- We realize our responsibility in placing before the school this first volume, which must serve ns a prototype for future annuals. We hojae our mistakes will Is- treated with a generous spirit. We have done our best- Editorial Stair •Xnknmis .tlUiunis Noknmia ffityh S?rluinl. Dfiiiratinn. w students of tin Xokoinis High School. do hereby respectfully dedicate this first edition of Tin Nokohisko” to -MIL WILLIAM RRRSTOX THACKER of tiUtratinu. MEMBERS OF BOARD OF EDUCATION: Harry C. Miller. President: Edwin F. Pannwitl, Secy.; Geor„e Schaper. b. D. Drown, William Brockman, A. F. Weaver, John E. Todd. Harry C. Miller. President. Edwin F. Pannwitl, Secy. Apprrriatian. The entire High School mcmtorship wish to express their appreciation � f the help given them financially and otherwise, by the mem tore of the school board. At the time of greatest discouragement. when it was a question of whether this Annual would Is printed or not, the hearty sup|H ri received brought retu we l interest and enthusiasm. We are not ungrateful, and we wish every member of the board to know that full credit is given to them. Thanks are also given to all those who have contributed in various ways, by the purchase of Annuals, by donations, by advertising, etc. Without the assistance of all this the Annual could not have been published. We trust that the perusal of these jMtges will more than coni|H nsate you for the interest you have taken. We have done this for you and “Old Xokomis 1. Miss Laura Martin. German. Mathematics. 2. Miss Helen Strickle. Latin. English. 3. Mr. W. P. Thacker. Superin tendent. 4. Mr. O. B. Wright, Principal. 5. Miss Mable Whittaker. Music. tUlir JFarultg. (Class of lUir GORDON KELLOGG Knowledge is bought only with n wenry enre and wisdom means a world ol pain. VIRGINIA CASE Mod est. simple, and sweet.' EDNA WILSON Oh Edna, how thou dost giggle! CLARENCE GLEICH “They laugh that win. LEONA LIRE 1 am nothing if not critical.' (Class of 1917 LEIGH EVANS “All great men ore dead or dying—I don’t feel well myself.” MYRTLE WISE Another sweet girl graduate. MILDRED GREEN Once on a time the teachers pet. Another time their care: But fortune smiled upon her In the beauty of her hair.” BOYD SWANEY II it’s genius that does it. His work will be done. And he'll reap his success E’er our work's begun. Unitor liyrriurity pnarit itt Nintarnar. ur eminent s|x-eiulist, Dr. Haniuel Phases Snodgrass, in taking statistics upon the resjiective heights of the highbrows and the humps on human eraniuins awarded the palm to the Senior Class of 1917.—discovering that the protulierant asjMst of them notable eraniuins made the rocky forms or Vermont look like glass mountains. Following the examinations, light refreshments and conversation were indulged in l� y all. In the latter the discussion was led by Professor Boyd Swaney who with his Mowing locks made a distinguished appearance in this assemblage, (lazing with soulful eyes toward the horizon he exclaimed with onto-tion. “Ha, the lambent flames of dawn light up the livid.east!” From the front seat came a shrill and caustic word of criti cism from Miss Leone Li| the noted critic. “I would like to make this remark.” While struggling for an adequate expression of her thoughts, a rosy faced critic. Mr. (lot-don Kellogg. arose. “Professor, the offervescent verltosity tends to give your |MH tic description a triteness which detracts from its charm. There is also a presence of tautology in the rcjietitions of similar impressions which.-------- ‘I object to the injustice of your criticism”, came from Mildred Greene. 'I am able to prove that for euphony, rhythm, concentration of thought ami --------” “Tee. bee! came from the back of the room. Being unable to locate the sound the speaker was about to continue but again from the corner, where Ins med the eyeglasses of Mr. Clarence (lleicli. came the remark. “Food for reflection, said the goat as he chewed up the mirror.” He laughed modestly at his little joke, vliicli win not sufficiently appreciated because of the heated discussion. Mr. Kellogg and Miss Greene. firm in their convictions, each determined that the other was wrong, disputed vehemently. Did I understand Mr. Kellogg to say that the statement of our friend. Professor Swaney. contains an ctrerveM-cnt verbosity? Certainly this extremely, picturesque, realistic description of the lamliout rays of dawn could not--------” “Yes”, whispered Miss Case in her wee musical voice. My dear Miss Greene, your own statement contains the same fault verbosity.” “1 beg your pardon.” I beg yours, will you have some more beans?” From a farther corner of the room came Professor SwaneyV fMietical tones. “The chariot of Phoebus draws across the sky.” “Good night! exclaimed Miss Wilson. “If you are not going to talk plain Knglbli instead of ef-f-f va-ver-lmssitv.—or whatever you were talking a I suit, I am going to leave. This remark came from Leigh Hvnns. •‘That’s what 1 say.” ccImm 1 Miss Wise. Bats! exclaimed tli • two disheartened critics and the meet ing of (lie wise ad'ourned. € ntiur (tlaas urm. 15v Ko.vd Swatiey Oli we are few of uumliers, only nine, We diligently study sill the time. Oiii- heads aiv not sii all a jumbled nu.ss, For we are sure live wires, si witty rlass. The aetions of eadi one shine like si star, Wo have no equals, neither near nor far; Especially our Oordon, good old sage. Who knows a lot uhout the prini(‘d page. There is no student just like Mildred Green. About her knowledge then can be no dream. Intelligent Virginia is so cute. Hut frequently you timl her almost mute. And everyone admires our Myrtle Wise. Who is exactly what her name implies. Leona, strong of body, mind as great. Most certainly would grace si throne of state. Our Edna Wilson is so very smarl. The vastness of her knowledge makes you start. Leigh Evans lisis si sense of humor great. Hut this one talent was developed late. The great one in our class is Clarence Gleieh. Hi surely has si look professor like. The next one unto whom we call attention Is fsinner Hoyd. the last one tlisit we mention. Chorus. We always have the hep. we always have the pep. We surely can't be besit for |H rsonality. The class of seventeen, is the greatest ever seen, And all commend us for our cordiality. HUho's mhn in thr € nunr Class NAME DESCRIPTION AMBITION CHIEF OCCUPATION BOYD SWANKY BIZARRE TO RIVAL WEBSTER DMIHIXG M. S.'S PHOTO LEONA LI PE CORPULENT TO OBTAIN “SPROUT” DREAM 1 N(i Ol’TIIK FUTURE MYRTLE W18K PETITE TO I.IYK UP TO HER XAME EYEING CLARENCE LEIGH EVANS IMPORT XT IIASX'T ANY (HE ADMITS IT) KEEPING TRACK OF HIS OFFICE HOURS. EDNA WILSON GOOD XATUKED TO RIVAL KREISLER. NVON1) 1: RING ' W11 ATM THE CHE?” VIRGINIA CASE MODEST TO BE HEARD ABOVE THE UPROAR. KEEPING SWEET Gordon KKU,o(;(; TOWERING TO THE SKIES TO BE ADMITTED TO THE BAR PURSI 1XG KXOWLEDGE CI.AICKNCK GI.EICH (DUNNING TO LEARN TO SAY WHAT IIE MEANS LAUGHING AT HIS OWN JOKES Mil.OKED GREEN INTELLECTUAL TO BE OX “SPEAKING TERMS WITH CICERO WORRYING ABOUT THE ANNUAL f a,hr Junior (Class. Udir Junior (Class Soil. •laeoh Haller Lain Pope Ora Web I n r l.eota Whitmore Walter Miller Letlia Hryee Hovel (’ollins James Melano Gladys Hesl Lvla Fmplebj Vinitn Miller Mary Griigen Suavilla Halbert Freda Tanmien Claude l arrotigh Lei a I'rnst Leo Smith Nellie Grave 1 oiniliieils Ilovey Mildred Selmtl l eali Kieslar Imogen ) Hess Alma Langbein (ihr Junior (Class uiistanj. In September I'M4 about forty-five new students entered the small assembly room of the Xokbmis High School. With great confidence in their superior knowledge, they thought to show the fac ility that they were? memlierx of a star class- Hut alas, for such a project; on the first entrance into the large assembly- courage and good resolutions bade each boy and girl fa re wc II and left them in misery under the scornful glances of the other classes- “Fivshies” was the word that passed from mouth to month, “green as grass. Owing to kindness and forbearance of the faculty and the upper classes, the now modest Freshmen passed the year of trial- Even several bright memories, in the shape of class par-lies. were left on the thoughts of the “Freshies. Sophomore year was more endurable. The class, although diminished in number, still was large enough to make quite a stir in the class room or assemble. No longer ridiculed or dublfcd “verdant , they were abb to regain some of the losr knowledge . However, more was shown by action than by speech, for former Fre hies had learned to be discreet- HI lie and gold were chosen as class colors and then a grand “rush followed the c hoice. No Soph could stand by and not tight to protect his colors from the assault of brutal “Freshies Revenge, in the form of a “roast was sweet to the Sophs. They unmercifully ridiculed the Frc shies to make up for the manner in which they themselves had boon roasted. Hy the end of the Sophomore year, the class was beginning to experience the knowledge which once they had counterfeited so effectively for a brief time. A Junion now! What a thrill the term brings to the heart and what pride to those who can be so called! Theirs is a class that although decreased in members, cannot Ik small-They're the pride of the school (perhn| s� and its model too. Discretion is not forgotten, for they never talk “when teacher is looking , never chew gum then either. Occasionally, one more daring than his mates, ventures too far. •and is caught, tec his own sorrow. The class of 1X, foremost in every move will continue to improve, with the hope that in the near future it will earn the honor and name of all-wise Seniors the acknowledge] leaders of all classes- Mildred Schutt. Elu' S opliomuri' (Class. (ihr nphomnrr (£lass � ull. rnrstens Jayne Sophia Strater I 'sin I Wilson Mercy Willis James Hottoiiilev Krwin Kndemarhcr Madeline Mitchell Marquis Bushy William Best Hassle Lantz Marx Lannhan •loo Welsch Frances I 'vans Helen Satterlee Alma Maver SI ary llrggoinan Fml rminbaugh Lydia Hoep|� ner Lillie Kellogg Kdgar Krttelkamp Kliza Fanner Irene (lalyen furl Kruinin Frances rii s Lois Whitten Leona Fmpleby Ilea trice Myers Helen Handal t'onsuella Wilson Klfreda Kravanya Anna Taninien Uai hr S’uphmtuirra. “A little learning is a dangerous tiling . Tims sayetli the I met. A toes to tile Sophomores who. not having drnnk deeply of the Pierian Spring, hut of the skint milk of learning (skimming over their lessons during assembly), wear tin air of sageness beeoming to their mental capacity. In the year Milo we see them enter as Presides, faces inno-rent of till wisdom, shining new hooks in one hand and an up pie for teacher in the other, entirely ignorant of the dull, dim future. Hut soon they taste of the forbidden fruit -knowledge! ()h the wonders of knowledge! Tis easier to ride a Latin pony- though often thrown off. than to decrease the food supply by giving apples to teacher. They tilt their eyes at an angle indicative of their increased wisdom. They are learning: ill. (Inin chewing gives one an air of blase nonchalance, worthy of a senior. (21. A back row is the most popular location, as one may gaze at Ids beloved, uninterrupted by the trivial comments ol his classmates. (ff� . Man is of all creatures most favored. It is justly his right to accept the worship of womankind. i4� . There is lacking in every school a group of spirited and recognized leaders, the Presides not knowing enough- the Juniors and Seniors knowing too much. Therefore: it is for the Sophs to hang their colors high, to rush in where angels fear to tread, to endure good-naturedly the rough treatment administered by irate educators, accept the admiration of their underclassmen—the contempt of the upper. Here's to the pride of our school, the nation’s hope, the Sophs! U hr Jfrraluuau (Elan lUtr IFrrahmau (Class Snll. Bussell Jones Karl Gray Ernest Pope IIerln'iM Ilines 'lutrles Welsch Edward Schaefer Mabel Sjierry Lloyd Davis Lydia Iteinrko Homan Fleming Alice Boitomley Harold Morrell Esther Kleinik Edith Mallory Charles Tnnik Florence Herzog Howard Case Hemiadine est Edward Keating Frieda Kirklin Erich Kravanya Elda Zimmerman Beaman Handles Nona drahbi Lloyd Hnlliert tihr JFrrabmatt (Class iCfistnry. Our class entered upon its High School duties so |uiotly that the other classes barely knew we existed. We endured patiently the usual taunts and feeling sh.v in aeeordanee with our gen end small sized members, failed to return the “Sophomore Konst.” This disgrace had to he obliterated and accordingly we set to work to show the Sophomores that we could entertain. The result of our united efforts was a party which scored so brilliant a success that even the vainglorious Sophomores had to concede that there was something in “those gro. n little Fresh. ies’ after all. We also surprised our upper classmen by our skill in basket hall. Our efficient cartoonist and our literary editor on the Annual Stall' wetv other proofs that there lay intent talent within us. however modest we appear upon tirst inxj� ection. After these at’aiis we arose in the estimation of all classes, which virtually ended our timidity. Now. although a spirit of mischief characterizes us. we show indications of becoming a class of which our school might Ik proud AthlrtifB. The X. II. S. luis always boasted of loyalty to its athletic teams. Its attitude this year has lieen fully up to the stand-aril. In success or defeat the student body has given us its undivided sup|N� rt. Shortly after the o|M� ning of school a basket ball team was organized. Mr. Wright was chosen Athletic I irector and under his able management the team reached a remarkably high state of development. From the very Iteginuiug the Imys were badly handicapped' as we have no gymnasium for inside practice. No games could Ik scheduled, as we found it impossible to secure a hall. It is hoped that thedesir-ed High School with a suitable gymnasium will soon Is realiz ed. Nothing is more conducive to good and continued attendance than a wholesome recognition of clean athletics. Karlv in the season two out door games were played. The first game was with the strong Raymond team, the team that was looked u|m� u as the strongest in tin county. NVe were de footed by only four points. The contest with Fillmore was closer still, as they defeated ns by only two points. I'pon the approach of cold weather the boys found themselves with no place to practice. The ('minty Tournament was to be held in Hillsboro during the month of February. The boys determined to enter the contest, whether tliev did any practicing or not. Their first game was with llidsboio in which they were defeated by the score of 22 to 24. This encouraged us as Hillsboro wrs looked upon as a strong contender for the championship. Their second game was with Fillmore in which Fillmore I by the score of 25 to 15. Their tinal game was with (Toffeen. this game CotTcen was literally swamped, the tinal score be -15 to f in favor of Nokoinis. So Nokomis won third place the Tournament, which certainly was a very creditable sli« ing. I pon the approach of spring, a series of local games w plannd to decide the championship of the school teams, final game was between the Juniors and Sophomores. Neitl team had lost a game and this final one promised to be hot contested. We were not disappointed for the game lived u to its promise. It was anybody's game until the whistle blew Then it was found the Juniors had won by a single point, tin score lieing 20 to 25 in their favor. r.llH.S' b. b. TKA.MS. Too much cannot be said in praise of the girls' teams of the Nokomis High School. It is a pity that the rules forbid con tests with outside teams. We are confident our girls could easily prove themselves champions of the south central part of Illinois. Several teams were organized and some spectacular contests staged. At the very beginning they decided to play bv l� oys' mles rs they considered the girls' rules too tame for them. Many of the girls showed so much speed and skill that the re mark was frequently made contrasting them with the boys' teams and not at -'ll to the discredit of the girls’ teams. The school championship is claimed by the Juniors, as they won the deciding game. but the Sophomores say. “Wait until next vear. —James Bottomley. Leiflh Evans, guard Orn Webber, center Mr. O. B. Wright (coach) Erwin Rademacher. guard Walter Miller, guard Floyd Collins, forward James Bottomley. forward Beatrice Myers Mary Lanahan Frances Evans Anna Tammen Hazel Lantz Madeline Mitchel Lela Ernst Fredn Tammen Nellie Grace Vinita Miller Mildred Schutt Lyla Umpleby Naknhtsro ?taff 1. Leigh Evans, Business Manager; 2. Lyla Umpleby, Local Editor; 3. Leo. Smith, Joke Editor; 4. Freidn I nmmen. LiternryEditor; 5. Paul Wilson, Advertising Manager: 6. Mildred Green. Editor-in-chief; 7. Charles Tur .ak, Art Editor; 8. Alice Bottomley. Assistant Literary EJitor; 9. Ja n s Bottomley. Athletic Editor; 10. Imogene Bess. Miss Helen Strickle. Stall Advisor: Miss Mahle Whittaker. Art Critic. (Oftirrra nf ICttrrarij nrirtu. Leigh Evans, Pres. Gladys Best, Sec’y--Trcas. Leo Smith, Vice-Pres. If von nm'l boost the Anmiiil and root for your school’ gel out. We wonder if Herbert is one of lleiny s !� 7 varieties Sbr iCitrrarg € nrirtg. The Literary Society, composed of all students in High School, has a permanent and highly significant place in student life of X. II. S. It has aided in making the student body more united. developing a spirit of fellowship throughout the school. At the beginning of the year. Leigh Kraus was elected President. (Sladys I lest secretary !reasuretv and Leo Smith Vice Pro id n t. Through the united efforts of these officers and the student body as a whole, tin society has reached a very high stage of development. It has been the custom of this organization to present semiannual programs but. owing to the crowded condition of the a sembly. these have had to Im abandoned until the school affords the students more room. At t’ie close of school each year, the members spend a day of recreation in the woods. This is the final ••get-together for the students until they meet again in the fall. All are looking forward to this event as it not only affords a pleasant day in the woods but also marks the beginning of sunuirap revelry. It is the wish of the Nokohisco Staff that t'tjs organization may continue to flourish and to rentier all possible inspiration and assistance to future Annual Staffs. Bn thr JFarultu as Wt Bn 3)t Trustful HELPFUL Amiable Conscientious Kind E VSV GOING Rhetorical Woeful R IGHTEOUS Invincible G a M E H ANDSOMK T VHANICAL Sweet Truthful Refined IKRKSISTARLR C PARLE Keen Loquacious Entertaining Modest Allright Resourceful Tactful Industrious N EUTRAL W1n’some Hilarious INNOCKNT Tuneful Talkative Angelic Kiddish E FFERVESCBNT Roguish ffiiiih 5 rhonl yirtt. What then is High School Spirit? This question no doubt arises in the mind of every true and loyal student of high school. It exhibits itself when a student takes advantage of all the opjiort uni tics his school odors him, thru which he makes the most of himself and his school- It is the enthusiastic attempt to do what is justly demanded of him. A student who possesses real school spirit always undertakes to do everything in school of which he is capable and docs not allow his powers to lie idle. Also whatever he undertakes he does to the best of his ability Mis true spirit may display it self on the athletic Held, where he is a star in the various sports of the institution. Perhaps he is not athletic; but then he can show his own loyalty and enthusiasm by roofing for his team With his own animation and “Pep” he inspires his companions to win. Hut his school spirit does not confine itself to athletics alone- He shows his fervency not only by partaking in athletics. but also in burning the mid night « il: by studying industriously to make good grades and neglecting no phase of tin work, for a lazy person has no place in a school where School Spirit exists, lie partakes in social activities and always attends school functions. Also an ideal student endeavors to he friendly with all his schoolmates- The student who treats everyone alike and who is always ready to help another is far on tile road toward gaining true High School Spirit. What of the student who tries to change the opinion of his companions when they are indignant at some action of a teacher which they really know has been taken for their own good? Surely such a person shows as much school spirit as the one who loudly cheers at a basket-ball game or tries to add his own athletic triumphs to the glories of his school. This same student does not end his activities when his school education is completed. After graduation he tells others of the merits of his school and how it has aided him. Hut most of all he realizes what school spirit has done for him. In school it made his life better and brighter- He learned that every cog is of great value to the machine, and this lesson is one that needs to be curried thru life. Thru loyalty to school he has developed loyalty to home, to country, to Hod. To understand how invaluable high school spirit is to a student, notice the one who does not have it- He is lax and lazy and with no broader field than himself to he interested in. he becomes selfish and narrow- He has a few intimate friends who like himself, do not wish to associate with the other stu dents. In after years lie will have no deep feelings for his school, as the years spent there will mean nothing to him He will not be a part of the world in general but a solitary outsider. an onlooker, as lie was in his school life. School Spirit is very advantageous to the school itself, keeping it awake and alive, never allowing things to become dull and uninteresting, h means progress and advancement both to school and student- It creates in young |K ople the do-sire to study and makes their high school life as complete as possible. Hut when this student acquires school spirit let him pro serve it. 1 1 him show it in his studies his athletics, his social activities and his attitude toward liis fellow students. I et him widen his school spirit into World Spirit; let him ki op it. love it. cherish it always. Mildred fJreene. ifluair in thr N. ®. S’. Tlie progressive educators of today- in providing a system of instruction which aspires to develop man’s whole nature, as should every system- have agreed that vocal music should have a natural place in every High School curriculum. A recreation. yet not a dissipation of the mind —a respite, yet not a relaxation—thus, it tends to restore faded energies and to in vigors to | towers for more laborious duties. At the same time it inspires the love of good music, develops tlu musical voice, teaches sight singing, and induces musical interpretation. On ly music of the very highest standard is selected for the High School chorus. The regular chorus work is not elective and every High School pupil is required to take part, although no credit is allowed. Thirty minutes is given three mornings each week for chorus practice. The memliers have shown an unusual amount of interest in the work this year and much has been accomplish ed. Most of the time has been spent in the careful study and interpretation of coda music, all of which was written by not ed composers. Among our selections are: “The Beautiful Blue Danube”, •’fiood-bye”. “Anchored”. “The Old Ciuard . “Forget-me-Xots . and “Bevel ol the I .eaves bv 5. A. Vea .ie. The chorus has been inspired and a new interest created by having the opportunity to hear talented performers of both just rumen tal and vocal music, on several mornings during the practice hour. Likewise, the class- being directed at a very convenient time for visitors, has had many chances to “shine during the year. The spirit of the school is shown to a great extent by the spirit and enthusiasm with which they have sung their 11. S. song- on all occasions. The time is the same as Funiculi. Funicula - and the words to the chorus are as follows: Xokomis. Xokomis, Dear Old X. II. S., Xokomis, Xokomis. School we love the best. Hurrah! teight times) Black and red. Fnough is said. Hurrah' Hurrah! Hurrah! Besides the regular chorus, another mixed chorus of twenty-voices has been selected and they will begin practice immediately. If they are successful the readers of the ’•Xokohisco will have tin privilege of hearing them at the Commencement program for the class of 1JH7. Miss Mabel Whittaker is the Music Supervisor in the Xokomis schools. A DFSIHF FOB FBFFDOM. O to be free as free as lb breeze. That roams at its will O’er mountain and trees: Xe’er was it fettered, and ne’er Shall it U . while (Sod is the Master and lets it blow free. Mildred Schutt. ulu' 'nylimnnrr-Ifn'slmtatt Parti). (51)1' JlitUg jlutiiurs. There is a class in X. H. S.. The I tost class in the school; Its lessons always are well learned. It never breaks a rnle. The bine and {fold- its colors true. Its members five and twenty: Although that seems almost too few. You'll find it quite a plenty. On field and track its members star. Excel in every sport: They brea k all former records fair. And ne'er give up the fort. In looks this class surpasses all. It really is quite shocking. The beauty which this class I praise. Feels justified in ••copping.” Now who can guess what class it is. Which beats aill others time: Well, here it is in blan k and white, A Junior wrote this rhyme. Yinita Miller. We heard the other day that secret service men were cover ing the High School. Mr. Thacker found dynamite in the dictionary. (Don’t read the above international stutT in :« mixed crowd. I On the evening of November twenty-first the Freshmen were duly initiated into the charmed circle of High School socistl lib , at which time they were royally entertained by the Sophomores. Marquette llatll. gaily decorated for the occasion in purple and gold, green and white, and red and black—the colors of Freshmen. Sophs and X. II. S. res|iectively. proved to be a splendid stage for such social functions. The Sophomores had planned several interesting games for flu entertainment of their guests who responded readily to the united efforts of their upper classmen. Dainty refreshments were served, culminating an event which all proclaimed to Is very successful. WHAT MAKES ME FAMOFS. My feet.—Russell Jones. My love atlair.—C. Jayne. My diamond ring.—Alma Langbciu. My ••Rilliken Smile.—Erick K. My ear-rings.—H. Myers. My “suss.” - Eli .a F. My dimples.-—I teaman Randall. My gift of gab Marion Newcome. My height Nona fJrabbe. My Coiffure—Frieda Kirk. My theatrical nbilit.v ltill Rest. Sir es h man-- dji h onto re $arty. One of the gaywt social events of Xokomis High School during the term was the Fresh main-Sophomore {turfy given «� n Saint Valentine’s hay. Fancy yourself seated in a large hall lieautifully decorated with dozens of strings of red hearts and white and green, purple and gold, and red and Mark crepe paper, which are the colors of the Sophomore. Freshman classes and the High School respectivelv. The room is lighted hv electric lights aironnd which are shades made of fringed crepe paper casting soft hues of purple and gold and white and given. Above the entrance of the room the word -Sophs” is spelled in rel hearts and the High School colors are draped. The scene is made still more beautiful by the many prettily dressed girls and handsome boys. When all of the guests arrive games and contests begin. One Sophomore logins to count the hearts strung about the hall, thinking that that will probably be a contest. It is absurd to have put a Sophomore to all that trouble. The next time shall 1m Sophomores and they Juniors, but Freshman must In excused. In the first contest the letters spelling - Love” are hidden about the room, and the merry boys and girls Hit here and there hunting them: and whoever finds the letters that will s|m 1I “Love” the greatest number of times is awarded a prize. In another James Bottomley. a member of the Soph oinore class, is found to he the future President of Fnited States. The young gentleman is well qualified for the office and his many friends, whom he will not recognize when he Incomes President, wish him success in being chosen to till an office upon which so much responsibility rests. Miss Anna Tainmen. by defeating another girl in blowing a heart on a long string to the end is decided to he the tlrst young lady of the Sophomore class to be married. Various other contests are given such as throwing at hearts, guessing puzzles and last of all musical charades. A dainty two course luncheon is served. The first course consists of fruit salad on lettuce leaf, cocoa, sandwiches and pickles. The second consists of cake and brick ice cream with a red heart in the center. Our class yliowed the pro|x� r social spirit and the -Frcshics” who have hitherto been almost unrecognized and unnoticed, ex ccpt to be ridiculed, now undergo less ridicule and have proven themselves equal to the Sophomores in one feat, that of entertaining IM At SINK Charles Welscli with a girl. SnavPIa acting coquettish. Virginia (’use yelling at a basket ball game. Mr. Wright singing with Caruso's voice. tSIadys Best—Why are good roads so useful? Paul Wilson—So vou can drive with one hand- Staalu't Sail Snx burial. ruiur-3hmuir $artij. On Feb (� a box social was -riven for lhe benefit of the I . B. team, in I lie assembly room of tin High School. Many beautiful boxes were contributed by the girls, and the boys showed complete disregard for the high cost of living by cheerfully parting with many much coveted American dollars. Reckless youths, unheeding tomorrow's regrets, saw blue eyes and curly hair in every gilt trimmed Im� . presented to their admiring gaze. “What if the other fellow should walk oil with the very girl I want? This was the tantalizing thought that induced handsome youths to pay five dollars for a live cent sandwich. The evening began very sanely with a musical program, rendered by the High School students, ably assisted by Hutch Arnold. he noted comedian. As time passed excitement rose to a high pitch. In the Who llas-Riggesi Feet campaign, two candidates. Mr. Thacker and Mr. Winters, were nominated. Votes were sold at one cent each by the aforementioned blue eyed, curly haired beauties who served as electioneers, ftcr a spirited contest Mr. Thacker was declared the victor, who proudly bore away a pair of gorgeous red socks. In the Most Popular Girl Contest several contestants appeared in the fields, but long before Hie close of the jndls it was evident to even the most disinterested that the prize would be awarded to Miss Nellie Grace. By these and other artful devices enough money was extracted from the not nnwi'ling audience to pay for the new basket ball suits. At a lati hour all departed with appetite somewhat curbed, but pocket-book sadly in need of reinforcement. Oil the evening of March first the Seniors entertained the Junior class and faculty with a “Backward party at the home of Miss Virginia Case. The “Backward idea was carried out all through the evening in games, refreshments' etc. The guests entered the door backwards and were seated facing the wall. Very interesting and amusing games were devised by the Seniors. Partners for refreshments were selected by forming rows, the boys in one room and the girls in another; those meeting in tin doorway when the lines moved backwards were partners. Dainty refreshments were served consisting of two kinds of sandwiches, salmon salad, pickles, hot chocolate, fruit salad, cake, and ojiem sticks. 1110.%RH AT STAFF MKKTIXG. Miss Whittaker—lames , ire are doing all the work over here. James B.—Keep it up- It's good practice. Pres. James, we are ready for your report. Janies—I aiul done nothin’. I can write the whole cheese in thirty minutes. 1- A place of horror, A place of fear. A place that no one. Wants to go near. (Office.) o. Small and dainty. IMump and sweet. She prances round, hi high heeled feet. (Miss Strickle.) 3- You mustn't touch 'em. You mustn’t use 'em: Don’t know why we have’em. Put we can’t refuse ’em. • Banisters.) 4. Some go to the movies. To see Slippery Slim: We have one at our School, You all know him. (Ora Webber.) A turii itt Brrar. 5 Once it walked Put now must stand; Once it talked. To beat the band. � Laboratory Skeleton.) (i. Every day they view us. And they si are upon 11s; Wonder wlmt they think of its. Well, we don’t give a cuss- (Pictures of old students.) 7. A Place of silence. A Place of quiet: During school hours. We dare not go nigh it. (Li bearv 1 S. In case of life and death. To ii we m-y apply: Put before we could use it. I fear that they would die. (Telephone, t 0- When this jingle you attack, Sit up straight, rare right back: Ali right now. ain’t it great; Bah! I ’or Bilex's native state. (Miss Whittaker, i 10. Noiseless as a pussie. (Sentie as a lamb. To see him walk so awful stiff. You’d think lie’s Elide Sam- M r. Thacker.) 11. With longing eye we view it. We hope it’s ever true: It is the room's best worker. Put it has nothing else to do- (Clock) 12. In foreign tongue they try to ehaut. Put alas, some of the “would-bes” can’t • Iloch der Kaiser” sounds all right. Put sav it now and von have to tight-((ionium Society.) Yinita Miller clIu' Alumni. The N. II. S- Alumni Association is one of the greatest of ils kind in Central Illinois and has in all probability representatives in more states and countries than any other school of like capacity. The first class received their diplomas in the year IXSo. Out of the total number of twenty seven classes graduated, the first twelve were from the old original High School. This building was completely destroyed by lire in 1 Stitt- The Alumni, by means of their great interest in school affairs, have helped greatly to increase tin enrollment from year to year. A: a consequence of this great movement for belle education, the p: 08e� t building has become entirely too smal1. This lack of space hinders educational facilities, thereby causing a sort of struggle for existence among the weaker students along the line of education. Deducing from these conditions we find the following results: that in a very short time a combination consisting of the Alumni, the people of Xokomis. and the Hoard of hMucation will erect a thoroughly modern High School containing aU the modern facilities for a mow beneficial education. In so doing it will place the weak and strong on equal f s ting- for the bene fit of the community in general. Walk-Over Shoes Stetson Mats. Who’s Your Tailor? Ed. V. Price Co. Hart Schaflner Marx Kcnosha-Klosed-Krotch Suits. Union Shits. WELLS 8c BROWN, Nokomis. III. C. V. (Calintiiar. Sept, (i Quite ;i hit of grills arrived this 11101 11 ill}! ami 1 lie irm ii mass tew all around —Freshios. Sept 15—KvcryliodyV knot's playing “Homo Swoot Home” at the furious glances of the Faculty. o« t. —The children of the Senior ('lass wore amused hy a picture hook all day. Oct. 15—Mr. Thackers moral of the day: ‘‘Girls, thou shall not one-step in the up|ier ha!!.” Oct. IS—First tire drill sounded hy Jimmie -links caused quite a commotion Freda Tammen lost her belt- l-ola Krnst's mind was such a blank that she wont hack to class. Nell shod her little tear and Florence Glcich broke his glasses. Oct. 1!� Mr. Wright derided that ho was bothered and moved four Junior iris in front. Such was Hie fate of the girls. Oct. JO—The Sophomores wore very much excited- Someone turned their pennant to the wall over night. Wonder who it was? Oct. J4 Mr. Haiieraft lectured upon. ‘‘The Assassination of Lincoln”, also called -liminie Melatio “pretty”, told in lecture ilial Leigh Kvans was going to Washington. D. on wedding tour. Nov. Hi Somebody solve the mystery. Found a very long hair on Ilovd’s coat. Dreadful!! Bo d, you ought to he ashamed of yourself and a Senior, too. who is supposed to set an example for all. Dec- 1—James Melano discontinued his dog license He got a The Federal Reserve System Helps You It was created primarily — To help the business men and farmers: To provide plenty of currency at all times; To effect a steadier supply of credit. The system merits the support of all good citizens; it must hove yours in order to reach its full development. You can secure the benefits of this great system and at the some time assist directly in developing it hy depositing your money with us. Farmers’ National Bank Nokomis 111. hair rut. Dec. 21—Duel Ik tween Madeline and Mr. Thacker. Dec. 22—lie thankful we have a vacation foi a few days. •Ian. 2—Heads nodding. Everybody generally tired from vacation •Ian. Had an explosion in Herman III Ix i«rli Evans Hiieez-ed. dan. 5—dun tors had comistsi lions for English, dan. S—War in the assembly, dames and Erwin were sent to the office. Hazel got off the firing line and Madeline came back from the front, dan ft—How wonderful is the jtower of garlic ami limburger cheese combined, dan. 10—Several boys went home at noon without their caps, dan. 11 Those in Assembly in afternoon enjoyed the Freshmen compositions on A Kunaway.” dan. 12 Members of Senior class profess to Ik teachers Mr. Thacker is on the sick list, dan.15—Xever leave pa|K r and ink on your desk or someone might —. dan. 10 Nothin’doin'! t Excuse the slang.) dan. IS Quarterly examinations. dan. lft—Exams continued, diggers! Hide that pony; here comes the teacher, dan.. 22—Dominions Hovcy answered the ‘‘Call of the Wild. ’ dan. 2 1—New classes organized. Exam, papers handed back. Flunkies scared to death. A MATTER OF CHOICE Really as u matter of choice, we would rather have ten persons deposit $1 each than one person S10. or ten persons deposit S10 each than one person $100; or ten persons deposit $100 each than one person $1,000: or ten persons deposit $1000 each than one person $10,000. True, these smaller deposits give us more labor in caring for them, still, we prefer them. No one. therefore, should feel at all timid about bringing in small deposits. NOKOMIS NATIONAL BANK Member Federal Reserve System. Capital and Surplus S120.000.00 Jam. 21 Fditorial Staff meeting at I-via Fniplebv's. Jail. 20 Noll was sent to the hall to laugh. Jallies with a sudden impulse thought lie would stroll through the hall also. Jan. 21 The II. S. was entertained by Professor Newell Sehap-er with several selections on the piano. Feb. 1 Mr. Vright gave 11s Hub's for Study. Why Rule for Study? Feb. 2 Ground Hog Day! ('lickety-claek-clack went Alma Mayer across the room to see its shadow. Feb. 5—Seniors had class mooting. The Juniors are in hopes that ----------. It. 15. hoys sire going to give l5ox Social this eve. Fob. 0 fSresit excitement over 1 . 15. Tournament held at Hillsboro. X. II. S. boys will he there. Feh. 1 2 Hurrah! We got third plaice in county Tournament. Feb. 1J—Two Sophomore boys had-----------oh. my, were sick. Feb. ir Hoys decided to organize a club. F. h. I!)—II. S. was entertained by a trio given by Mr. Thacker. Mr. Wright and Stacy. It is Stacy's unlucky day. Feb. 22 Washington's Birthday. Feb. 22—Hoys took lessons in Knglish composition. Feb. 21 Kodak Day. Kvery thing rather confused. Feb. 2b— Juniors had picture taken. Feb. 27 Mr. Miller president of the Hoard, addressed II. S. pupils on “Loyaltv to Your School. ' Feb. 28—Freshmen always have to follow the example of the other classes and went to see the “snap-shot man.” The J. Woltmann Co. DISTINCTIVE MERCHANDISE SPECIALIZING IN Dry Goods, Made to Measure Clothing, Star Brand Shoes. The J. Woltmann Co. Nokomis, III. Miir. - Teachei-s Instiluto. Hurrah! we get a vacation. Mar. 7—(Mass Tournament starts with Seniors 000 to tin good. Mar. 0—Hoi time in Senior (Mass. Mar. 12 I.yla got a calling for using the ‘phone, do to her for particulars??? Mar. I t dirls of the X. II. S. resolved to carry weapons for self defense. Ask M. d.. she knows. Mar. 12 Miss Whittaker did not report for music. Mar. lo Herbert Mines in Fnglish I writing applications Impositions gives reader reference to An house r Busch. Mar. 1(5—Pupils of FI. S. were given exam, on Buies for study . Oh. horrors!!! Mar. 17—The Dixie Kid returned -Imogcne Bess. Mar 1!)— Nellie is all excited. She found out that there was a war in Kurope. Mar. 20 The II. S. was entertained with a very •Miigh-brow lecture on Astronomy by Kev. (Mark. From now on we expect moon gazing to be carried on in a scientific man tier. Mar. 21 Know’edge is never your own until you make use of it. B. M. and F. ( were si en reviewing yesterday's Astronomy lesson on way home from movies . Mar. 22—Floyd came to school this morning with a patch d nose. (Mass Tournament was won by .Juniora 25-24 and poor little Sophs met their defeat. HARGRAVK LUMBRR CO. The ‘QUALITY YARD Building material. Best grades. Right prices. Bell Phone 216 Nokomis, IU. Mar. 20—Modern History exam, given. Dreadful! Mar. 27—tSirls met to organize a Tennis Court Club. Mar. 28—The II. S. attitude towards out-door exercise is well illustrated by the scenes on the campus after school hours. Numerous feats were being displayed all at the same time. Mar. 20—A laugh was produced in English I when Erich proved himself a second Antony. April t;—Time 11:07 A. M.: I'M ace, Assembly: Lola sleeping: I tot any class called. Lola sleeps on. April 0 Vinita. in English III class excels all of her fellow classmates in writing jMietry on ‘‘The dolly .Junior Hunch '. April 12 Slouch Day! All the boys ventured forth in their overalls but failed to see tin girls in aprons. April 10—Seniors have an •mrfnl time at their meetings. From the noise one would think the French and Hermans were at war right in the recitation room. April 10 Dr. Forch visited us this morning and gave us a very interesting talk, showing his appreciation of the II. S. pupils. April 20—Exhibition o( work during the year and we got a hair holiday. Whoops!!! April 20—The girls have a slumber party out oil the campus every recess. April 24 Hut here I must stop my journey as I have traveled to the printing office. Russell Mercantile Co. —THIS ECOXOMY CEXTEIi-F0R (IE X E HAL M E RC FI A XI) IS E We sell lor cash and sell for less Store of Quality, Service and Low Price Bell Phone 55 Nokomis, 111. l. k. r. THE NOKOMIS PROGRESS A. K. Vandever Sons. Publishers Eastern Montgomery County’s biggest and best paper $1.25 Per Year. OUR JOB DEPARTMENT Is well equipped to do all kinds of printing in a highly satisfactory manner. KROEGER ARNOLD “The Home of Sunkist Flour” Nokomis, 111. General Mdse. JJukrs. Jusl before exams we're as good as we can be. —High School Slndcnls. MV DKEAM OF HEAVEN. A place where then are lots of girls and I’m the only boy ‘ r’ , -Marquis H. KMne-WbiV (hat? A romance in a garden of garlic, .lames M. A class in which I can play to th.� grand stand without being interrupted by a thought less teacher.—Leo S. Soph Goodbye. in French Freshie—1Then Carbolic Acid. Soph What's that? Freshie—Goodbye, in liquid form. DEFINITION. A bore is a person who wants to talk about himself when I She would stop St. Peter's roll call to ask a question.—Vini-want to talk about myself. ta M PEREBOOM PEREBOOM The best place in town to buy your jewelry, watches etc. Opposite Post Office. Repairing a speciality. Nokomi®. Illinois TKACH INH IIi;K MOW TO DRIVE THE CAR. IIo—Now this is the brake. You put it on suddenly in east of emergency. Sla Oh! I see! Something like a kimono. Oarsfens -Now would you like your haircut? Customer—With abbreviated or totally eliminated uni ration. Carster.s—How? Customer Without effervescent verbosity. Let even dimin utive collo«|U.v be conspicuous by its absence. Thinking the man crazy Carstens called his father to whom the customer explained that he wished the job done in silence. Irene Oalyen -Isn’t it queer that all handsome men are disagreeable? C'ios. Turzak Well. I always try to he pleasant Early to bed. Early to rise. Work like II And advertise. The Xokohisko. SU'ciuttful That’s just what you will say about our showing of New Spring Millinery. And we’ve tried to make our selections as beautiful as we possibly could--that s why we bought more (Bulb fflrfcal Sail? than any others. These fine Hnts—mnde of rich material —have a dash and daring that appeal readily to every woman and are priced very modestly. You II be convinced of this after you’ve seen our assortment. Itlrs. 0nra (Erumhauyh Phone 56. ERNST SEE ERNST A little bit of powder. A little bit of rat. A little bit of feather. Sometimes railed a bat. A little of study. And a tiny little curl. Makes the sweetest thing Von ever saw. A modern 11 i h Seliool tSirl.’’ Miss Strickle—Name four of Shakes]k ure’s comedies. Nellie—Milton's I'aradise Lost. Dante’s Inferno. Virgil's Aeneid, and Homer’s I Iliad. Trade at Chas. F. Best’s New Gents’ Furnishing Store. Insurence in any and all lines. Money to loan on all Real Estate Real Estate in any and all lines Will trade or sell on easy payments. The Dealer in Men's. Boys’ and Children's Hats. Nokomis, 111. ERNST FRED W. ERNST ERNST I,yin So lie praised my singing. did lie? Nell Who? Erwin? Ves. lie said it was heavenly. I.yla l ! ! lie really say that? Nell -Well, not exaetly hut la probably meant it. lie said it was unearthly. STOVES RUGS Stop at Jayne’s and leave your WHISKERS F. J. Pannwitt Son Hardware and Furniture. Nokomis, Illinois. Nokomis, 111. LINOLEUMS WINDOW SHADES WIIAT Til 1CV SAY. Nellie 1. I just ‘kaint’ understand that.” Leo Smith -ran ! lie bothered. Claud O. You tell ’em” Ix la E.— Oh, Pete! Me rev W.— Good Night!” Erwin K.—•Tiii good |ieo| le.” Aliee B.— Beggorie Pat!” Miss Whittaker Make a good attack. Yinita M— Ite ally, kid?” Mildred � . Lordy'” (Even her ancestors said it.) Mr. Thacker ’•Bovs' Girls! Sil down! H. J. Bender Dealer in All kinds of Coal Boll Phone 32 Nokomis, III. Terms: Cash NOKOMIS. ILLINOIS Real Estate, Loons Insurance.Form Insurance a Specially Agency lor Dodge. Overland and Chevrolet Automobiles. WILSON TIRES. WILLARD STORAGE BATTERIES. Meals and Short Order Most Appetizing Varieties AIIho a Soph He’s quite4 as green As any Froshie I’ve over seen. 11� . bites his nails And sinks his thumb And in exams He goes kerplnnib. Snedeker Garage A complete line of supplies and Ford parts. Storage Batteries charged and repaired. Nokomis, 111. Harry C. Miller Attorney-at-Law Nokomis, - - - III. Ice Creams and Candies Cigars and Tobacco E. L. Davis Nokomis, 111. Vinita Miller. sighing • ! haven ! tlie soul of a fat girl. Perhaps we aren't aware of the fact that we are all members of the “Borwl of Education.' AM FUN! KM LD8 ERAL m LiuL BB , DIF B, OMAN SECTORS H. A. ARNOLD anti B. H. BROCKMAN, Enibalmcrs. Both Phones - Nokomis. III. A. P. Pauschert PHOTOGRAPHER Exchange protraits with your friends. They will appreciate a picture of you as much as you will enjoy theirs. Arrange for a sitting at once Most ol thePhoto«raphs Studio inNokomisNat'IBankBldtf. in this Annual were made Nokomis. at my studio. Illinois. . I'he Place to Buv Lumber Our aim has always been to carry the best in all the different lines that we handle and at prices as reasonable ns we could make them. We carry the largest stock of lumber and building material in this section of the state and will take pride in showing our stock. We have completed arrangements whereby we will be able to furnish complete plans for any building and have a large folio of plans for houses, barns, cribs, sheds, garages, etc., for your inspection in our office at all times. If you are interested let us show you this new up to the minute book of plans. The O H. Paddock Lumber Co. Both Phones. Nokomis, Illinois Drug's When you Want Pure Drugs you can obtain them at Kempton’s When You Desire Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Go to the NOKOMIS FRUIT STORE Miss Strickle—“Kdward, I am tempted to send you to tin ofllce.” Ed. ShafTer—‘‘Yield not to temptation.” Wilhelm had a siihmai ine. He mu it on the sea; And then he met our Fnele Sam. “Weiszt du” where it now l e? Take your time in this world for you have lots of it in the next. Ora Yel er. Wnrmer with showers. Ora’s hair is getting curly. Yr wonder why the F. S. government does not take advantage of Mary Orugen's generous offer to settle tin war question. She (itlniilx that she knows exactly how to do it. Hazel Say. Dominions, you look sweeter every day. Dominions- I look that way to you liefore every (’hrislmas- CON A. WELSCH iBalu'ry, ttunfrrtionrry and 3Jrr (Crram parlor. NOKOMIS, ILLINOIS Little John Doe stood on a corner Reading an Ice Cream sign He then said “0! My!” As he heaved a great sigh “That CON WELSCH'S Ice Cream Is certainly fine. Jos. Arnold Dealt SWISS STYLE ocolate (h realty A LL that a dainty confection can L be—perfect in blend, delicate • and delicious—the finest, llul fiest creams, firm and'snappy,1 coat ed with a specially prepared, highest grrde Swiss Style Milk Chocolate. ONLY IN RED BOXES A.C.MORSE CO.. ORIGINATORS CHICAGO Plants from tbr iErark atti Ifirlii iBrrt. Claude is confident he could have won the hundred yards sprint had he not allowed his competitor to set the pace. The broad jump would have been his by feel if the judges had allowed him lo ‘‘rise’ where he wished. Herbert says there is only one reason why he did not win the lour-forty run: the other fellow could run to fast. Floyd can see no chance for a fat man to win the high jump, otherwise h could easily have cleared the bar at sixty-nine inches. — This annunl was printed by A. K. VANDtVER SONS Nokomis, III.