Norman High School - Trail Yearbook (Norman, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 126 of the 1915 volume:

I i L VOLUME NUMBHR E L E V E N PUBLISHED BY THE SENIOR CLASS OF THE NORMAN HIGH SCHOOL 1914-1915 Spiratum (In ©nr JFathrra anb iflntbrra, bdnttrb btj ali, uilin Itaur mail? it jmaaiblc fnr ua tn attrnii Nnrntatt tSuilt § rlutnl, titia unium? ta iiriiiratrii Itu tbr (Claaa nf IU 15. (Our ffityli rlurnl HuHMuy It is not built of marble white as snow. With painted windows or with gilded dome. And yet we love it’s plain brown walls you know. Since it has been for four long years our home. A home where we sought to gain great fame. And by actions we have won our name. And when our footsteps here no longer ring Around us still will sweetest memories cling. In future years our thoughts will often turn To this the scene of happy days gone by. And all too oft our hearts will sadly yearn Fcr friends and school mates of the Norman High. i 9 5' X 1 2 fr vv. i cxyt — v Z -t - _ IsdAMlA-ts C y [ i4aa D OiMlX u _ fist x. fe Tn T JJ 1 cLriA c)h £u r-y di JCj l3 ‘ VO Onjt %wd wJ- a JL si 5£ s kW cilu' SoarJi of iEiiuratimt One of the most essential features for a progressive school is a board of education. Not a board composed of men as hard hearted as an oak tree but one whose members know child life and are in sympathy with its various phases. A school-board must not think of personal honor or gain but of the school reputation and advancement. In the City of Norman are to be found two grade schools and one high school. For the past few years the children have been blest with having some of the finest business men of the town at the head of their school matters. S. A. Ambrister, president of the Security State Bank is deeply interested in all the school activities. M. B. Shives has done much to improve the conditions of the state sanitarium. R. H Pendleton is well known as an efficient dentist. The office of county judge has been filled by B. F. Wolfe. E. A. Foster is a capable manager of The Carey-Lombard-Young Lumber Company as well as president of the board. One may call on R. E. Clement for real estate. R. L. Risinger is the proprietor of several buildings and a barber shop and W. F. Flood is a contractor. S. K. Westervelt is an efficient farmer. Charles Standley is in the employ of the government and is one of the most conscientious members of the board. These men have labored hard to raise the standard of the Norman schools. The courses of domestic art together with advanced courses of domestic sci- ence and manual training have been added to the curriculum this year. The students of 1914-1915. desire to sincerely thank the board for their gift of the beautiful loving cup presented annually to the debaters. Even as the fountain has taken on a brighter and a whiter appearance so have the many depart- ments in the school. The board has quietly and considerately managed several disagreeable matters and have just as considerately and kindly given much attention to the happy affairs of school life. For the many tiresome hours that have been spent in school We, the students of Norman High School, and especially the Class of 1915, desire to express our great apprecia- tion to the school board. We say, “for the tiresome hours” yet we hope that the board enjoyed doing for us what is beyond us as yet and in years to come we will try to repay in full measure by aiding the coming generation as this board has helped us. Unarii nf tiiuratinu (1) M. B. Shives (3) B. F. Wolfe (2) Chas. Standley (4) Z. K. Westcrvelt (6) R. H. Pendleton (5) R. L. Risingcr (8) E. A. Foster (7) R. E. Clement (10) W. F. Flood (9) S. A. Ambrister ittr. t. 1z. ffiitlntrii $u|ifrtntritdrut Sfirut tprmrstrr iflr. K. Si. fciluiariis 6 ujirriulruhrut $mmh $rittru!rr E' 1 v- a hr 3Farulti| nf Nnrntatt ffiiyh § rluml Norman High School has many things of which to be proud. Among these is its faculty. Few schools have a better appearing faculty than ours and in personal charm they are not lacking. Who among the scholars does not love Miss Clifton with her quick wit and deep sympathy? And now at the close of her second year Miss Trevarthen is silently but surely admired by the student body. No matter how far the members of the 1915 class may roam, Miss Trevarthen will always be dear to them because of the untiring patience and help she has given them as a Senior class. As homes are estab- lished the wide world over, the domestic science girls will continually have Miss Davidson’s face before them. Of Miss Stephens we can say when speaking of mathematics, and still the wonder grew, that one small head could carry all she knew . Norman High School will be blest if they may retain Mr. Scott on their faculty for he is a teacher that a far larger school might be proud of. Miss Nash’s sarcasm is almost as popular as herself. We greatly appreciate Mr. Meyer’s double work that he has carried in order to do the most for us. But above all others stands our superintendent, Mr. Edwards, who has labored hard to lift our athletics to a high, clean standard. He encouraged football and pushed basketball. Norman High School can never repay him as leader of their athletics. Mr. Edwards has done as much to aid the moral life of the students. He is the idol of the boys and admired by the girls. Long may Norman High School retain him. -N. M. S 1 © 1 ft i, St «• ij MISS. M. DAVISON DOMESTIC SCIENCE MR. J.J. MILLER. ELN C5 L f S H MISS. E. CLIFTON m GUSH MISS. E. ALEXANDER MUSIC 5' N. M S-' 13 S’tntinr (Class GDfitrrrs Yell: 1915, 1915, Seniors, Seniors, 1915. Erutura’ ifamudl Farewell, saddest word e’er spoken. Why must friendship’s ties be broken? We would wish to stay here ever But we never could, oh! never. For such lofty minds as ours Seek to fly to higher bowers. But dear high school, we’ll still love thee E’en tho we soar above thee. Farewell to those we leave still trying, Keep on striving you will gain. If you do not stop for crying. But believe your goal is fame. Farewell, dear teachers, we must leave thee. None but you will ever know '1'he many times that we have grieved thee But forget that, when we go. Now we bid farewell to many Places of our childhood glee, To our cares upon our shoulders. Start upon life’s surging sea. President ..... Vice President Secretary .... Treasurer .... .............Nauvie Brown .........Margaret Goodrich ...........Violet and Gold .................... Violet ............... Lode-stone In all work there is profit” Roy Holland .Janet Allan Colors Flower Stone Motto . —Ella Smalley. h Ulu' dJmtnmj nt tin' sputura It was a golden day in September, 1911. The trees were half bare, the leaves had assumed their autumnal tints and were being borne by the gentle breeze to the ground, where they lay in drifts or were scattered by the wayside People could be seen hurrying in all directions to a place in the open where a crowd had gathered, and to which place others were coming. They were talking very earnestly and their thoughts drifted into the land of hope and dreams just beyond. Passersby looking at all this thought it was strange in- deed. They were prospective students preparing to start on a perilious jour- ney. They seemed ready and eager to start for the goal which was to them then, a mere vision, however they soon had an idea of this promised land which they would reach if they would push on in their upward journey. It was at this time that the eager wayfarers, numbering about one hun- dred strong, met those who were to aid them in their long journey. These guides were replaced by others from time to time, but still undaunted the toilers plodded on. The initial steps were slow and many of the company grew discouraged and sick at heart. Some were left behind. The first year of the perilous jour- ney was over and the first peaks of Latin and Algebra disappeared in the mists of memory. True, it had been with difficulty that many were permitted to continue their journey. Another golden day after the eager band had grown older and stronger and had profited much by their past experiences, with renewed energy the journey was continued. While on the upward way many became weary and dropped into, what seemed to them, fairer fields. Many have been the victims of Cupid’s darts, and some have seen fairer fields of wealth. But these foolish ones were soon replaced by earnest members who added strength and courage to the company. At last there is seen in the distance the faint outline of the mountains. Nearer and nearer they approach until at last the foothills are gained and again the autumn finds them climbing upward, climbing over the seeming im- passable cliffs. The summit is reached! Behind lies the low level valley of History; the rugged cliffs of Mathematics and Language; the peaceful retreats of Domestic Science and Manual Training. Before them spreads the splendor of the prom- ised land. A few there are who have not taken heed and who have sunk into the quicksands of despair. These fall back as the happy ones triumphantly enter the Promised Land and the stranger beholds in all its glory the Senior class of 1915. —Olga Bobo. —Bryan Griffin. 1 AL M. S. i Q 1 W MARION PAUL GOODING—“JOE” Past—Genius. Fresent—Plodding the path for the Trail. Future—German Diplomat. Editor of Trail .915, Athletic Association. Class Debate. Y. M. C. A.. Salutatorian. Debating Club. N. H. S. Debating Team. LEE MARIE BERRY—“LELA” Past—Independent. Present—Good dancer. Future—Manager for Marion. Glee Club. MARGARET FRANCIS GOODRICH —“WILL,” “PEGGY” Past—Sweet and silly. Present—One continuous vaudeville with change of program every five minutes. Future—Pretty girl. Chaperone.” Staff, Athletic Association. Y. W. C. A. ROY WESLEY HOLLAND’ CHEEPY” Past—Student. Present— Maud’s favorite? Future—Governor of Oklahoma. President of Class of 1915. Y. M. C. A.. Athletic Association. NAUVIE FRANCES BROWN— “FRISKIE” Fast—Cleo. Present—Pretty brown eyes. Future—Change (in name). Chaperone.” Staff. Secretary of Class. HARRY HOUSTON AMBRISTER— HUST Past—Mary's. Present—Margaret’s. Future—Grafter. Uni Second Semester. Athletic Association. Busi- ness Manager of Trail” 1915. Y. M. C. A. MAUD ACREE—“TILLIE” Past—Looked down on the boys. Present—Longs for days gone t y. Future—Uni girl. Glee Club. Chaperone.” JANET GRACE ALLAN— JANE’ Past—Flirt. Present—Raymond’s steady. Future—Gum chewer. G. L. C.. “Chaperone.” GRAHAM BELTON JOHNSON— OSCAR. BRILL.” FAT.” ALLIGATOR. “HEAVY Past—Jolly. Present—Weeping for Irma. Future—A prospective S. A. E. Athletic Association. Football. Class Basket Ball. Track. Y. M. C. A. OLGA BOBO— SUSIE Past—Earnest and honest. Present—Senior Class Editor. Future—Big sinker. Staff. Chaoeronc. G. L. C-. Athletic Associa- tion. Glee Club. Y. W. C. A. r 0 1 s --r:7' •• • . i ......' .i —' ' =' RAYMOND HUGH GOODRICH— GOODIE Fast—Strong for Janette. Present—Engineer enthusiast. Future—President of the U. S. Athletic Association. Staff. Y. M. C. A. NAOMA CAPSHAW— DARBY Fast—Flirt. Present—Trying to bluff Mr. Meyer. Future—Heighth of witticism. G. L. C., Chaperone.” BEULAH CALDWELL— TOPSY Past—Clco’s steady. Present—Neglects her musical talent. Future—Social leader. Chaperone.” JENNINGS BRYAN GRIFFIN— DRUNKARD” Past—A tiller of the soil. Present—Over shoes in love. Future—Orator. Debating Club. Athletic Association. Class De- bate. N. H. S. Debating Team, Class Basket Ball. GRETTA MAE CAHALL—“GRA- TER Past—Determined to Succeed. Present—Man hater. Future—Will never pay taxes. G. L. C. is M . ; zir% LENA HYLINDA SADLER— LENY ’ Past—Good friend of Uni orator. Present—Likes onicn sandwiches. Future—Vocalist. SADYE HYDE— MOZE Fast—Sad. Present—Strong for Husey. Future—French heiress. ‘‘Chaperone. JAMES BURL JOHNSON— JIM’' Past—Chewing tobacco. Present—Trying to grow his mustache. Future—Cultivating his smile. Athletic Association. Football. Class Basket Ball, Staff. Y. M. C. A.. Athletic Council. PERCY LEE WELCH— PERRY’ Fast—Specialized in sleeping. Present—Queen of Bruce’s heart. Future—Making gccd. Athletic Association. Chaperone. G. L. C. JOHN GRACIE WYNNE— SENA- TOR” Past—Raised cn Mellon’s food. Present—Going to country dances. Future—Successful farmer. Athletic Association. Glee Club. N. H. S. Debate. Debating Club. JFl. ■ BRUCE MILTON KIDD—“SHORTY Past—Colorado visitor. Present—Star athlete. Future—Celebrating in memory of 1915. Athletic Association, Football, Class Basket Ball, Debating Club, Y. M. C. A.. Staff. BERTHA BENTON CORBIN— “BERT” Past—Loud and saucy. Present—Looking forward to be a school ma’am. Future—City clerk. Glee Club. Y. W. C. A. GLADYS LENORE CLARDY— “PUDDEN Fast—Ambitious to go with the boys. Present—Likes snipe hunters. Future—Grasping th: opportunity. Glee Club. G. L. C. MAUD ELLEN HOOVER— DORA Past—Keeping Quiet. Present—Coming to the front. Future—Raiser of watermelons. VIRGIE VEATRICE HASWELL— VIRG” Past—Prospecting for a bridegroom. Present—Working hard. Future—What is home without another. G. L. C., Chapercni.” ELVA HERMINA JACOBS—“JAKE' Past—Good hearted. Present—Well watched by the cops. Future—Detesting mankind. ALICE MARGUERITE KLUGAS KLUG“ Past—Fond of red. Present—Contrary. Future—Zink’s steady. WILLIAM HENRY HOWE—”BILL“ Past—Liking Eddie’s daughter. Present—Smoking three-for’s. Future—Will never die of overwork. Y. M. C. A. Athletic Association Track. GLADYS HELMS— JOKER Past—Fond of smiles. Present—A rose tho’ faded. Future—Will not like windjammers. G. L. C-. Y. W. C. A. RUSSELL CLAIR WELCH— RUSS Past—Furnishing sweater for girls. Present—Thinks twice before he speaks and then keeps silent. Future—Shunning success. Athletic Association. Class Basket Ball. Football. i • v,v. : -vV- i CHARLES JACKSON YOUNG— CY Past—Getting excited easily. Present—Likes Senior parties. Future—Military genius. Athletic Asscciaticn. Class Basket Ball. WILMA MAY WICKIZER— WILLIE” Fas;—Willing to work. Present—Minister's daughter. Future—Educating the Africans. Class Debate. G. L. C.. Y. W. C. A. HESTER ELLEN WILLIAMS— ESSIE” Fast—Shy. Present—Has many ways to fix her hair. Future—Fend of Graham. MARTHA ELLA SMALLEY— RED” Past—Cared for nothing except work. Present—Looking into the future. F uture—Taxidermist. ANNA MAE SIMPSON— TEX Past—Discussing Current Events. Present—Likes her class pin. Future—Making Bill happy. G. L. C.. Y. W. C. A. 1 © 1 S - i MAUD McGUIRE— MACK” Past—Cheepy's steady. Present—Good hostess. Future—Will like Charlie’s complexion. Chaperone.” Glee Club. FRANZ EDWARD BLACKERT— RUBE Past—A scientist. Present—Likes kodaking. Future—Washing the babies' clothes. Athletic Association. Class Basket Ball. Football. Track. JULIA ISABEL EMERY—“JACK” Past—Trying to please Mr. Meyer. Present—Asks foolish questions. Future— Back to the farm. LOCKIE LEORA MOFFETT— LOCK Past—A musician. Present—Takes domestic science to be near the Manual Training room. Future—Honoring Socrates. CLARA EICHHORN—“CLARY” Past—Mamma's girl. Present—Too busy to go with the boys. Future—Greater than Napoleon. Si HOMER CORTEZ HELMS—“SPUD” Past—Selecting a motto. Present—Star in manual training. Future—A school teacher. Debating Club. Athletic Association. Y. M. C. A. DeETTE FERNE CLIFTON— DEE Past—Studious. Present—Small, simple, and sweet. Future—Actress. Chaperone.” G. L. C.. Valedictorian. Athletic Association, Y. W. C. A. LORA TROUT—“SALLIE Past—Cupid’s favorite. Present—Pianist. Future—Trained nurse. Chaperone. MAUD LUCINE PROFFITT— “LUCY1 Past—Newby’s garage. Present—Newby’s garage. Future—Newby’s garage. CHLOE McEHLANEY—“MIRANDY Past—A country lassie. Present—Not interested. Future—Working. M. S. 7 1 EVA MARIE FLOOD “EVE DROP- PER” Past—Ivory top. Present—A mischief maker. Future—Hdpinj? to vary the mcnotcny of old maids. G. L. C.. Chaperone.” ESTHER MONICAL—“BUMP” Past—Fiftieth prize at baby show. Present—Studying to be an artist. Future—Prune peddler. Glee Club.” WILLIAM WALTER SCHULZE— BILL Past—A poet. Fresent—Entire vocabulary consists of three words. I don’t know.” Future—Irish count. Athletic Association. GRETA MABEL MITCHELI— “GREAT” Past—Four years of labor in three years. Present—Well versed on Shakesneare. Future—A credit to her Alma Mater. G. L. C. Y. W. C. A. KATHRYN GALE BLACKERT— “SHORTY Past—Used paint. Present—Gifted with vivid imagination. Future—Will never pay old maid's taxes. G. L. C.. Athletic Association. ',Sr-N 'k A; 'Vjf .. . - . ,v d - - —' MAUD BOHRER—“BOB” Fast—Little less than an angel. Present—A gym enthusiast. Future—Will fall in love easily. LILLIE ANNIE ALLEN— BILLY Past—Debater. Present—Her goal is success. Future—Grecian ambassador. Glee Club. Chaperone.” G. L. C. COLEEN HULLUM—“SIS' Fast—A society girl. Present—Jim’s i ptown girl. Future—A sticker. BIRDIE POLK— MAG Past—Tracing her ancestors. Present—Teaching towheads.” Future—Will believe, that not failure, but low aim is a crime. ALICE FLOOD. CLEO McGEE AND EDWARD SMITH Past—Never would take their pictures. Present—Will not take their pictures. Future—Do not intend to take their pictures. Editor's Note—William Howe will not graduate. 1 1 26 .iJutiinr (Elaas Hull RALPH VINCENT—‘PLUMBER.” Y. M. C. A.. Track, Class Basket Ball. A faint heart ne’er won a fairlady. FRANCES MILLER— SPECKS.” I'd like to know a little about everything, if it didn't take so much work. EDWIN HOGAN— PARSON ” Y. M. C. A.. Tennis. Mr. Hume in The Elopement of Ellen. Dancing Master. Wide awake in class when he isn't asleep. A thing of beauty is a joy forever. GLADYS CRAWFORD. Glee Club. Don't study too much, you might learn something. ROY FOSTER— DOLL.” Class Basket Ball. Class President, Football and Track. Robert Shepard in “The Elope- ment of Ellen.” An honest windjammer. PAULINE EDWARDS— POOR PAU- LINE. Glee Club. O. L. C.. Y. W. C. A.. Class Treasurer. Dorothy Maulc in The Elopement of Ellen.” It’s better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. GLOE DORSEY. Oh. there's a heart for everyone if everyone could find it. EMMA PATTON—“EMMIE. Glee Club. She has a sweet disposition that petting doesn’t spoil. MARY SPENCER— DOC. G. L. C.. Glee Club. Class Secretary. Mrs. Ford in The Elopement of Ellen. If I stay single, 'tis not my fault. JEWELL RISINGER—“JUDY.” G. L. C. Little but mighty, goes by the mile. CATHERINE HERRINGTON. G. L. C.. Class Joker. Made a hit Junior Day when she forgot her speech. EUNICE HOLLAND— EUNIE. Glee Club. Engaged as governess for Miss J. Trevarthon. WALTER BERRY— LOVING LES- TER. Y. M. C. A.. Yell Leader. Class Jester. Max Ten Eyck in The Elopement of Ellen.” Well, you son of a gun.” MARGUERITE PENDLETON. Y. W. C. A. Happiness is not perfect until it is shared with? R. E. V. EDNA BESSENT. Y. W. C. A. Foftly her finger tips wandered o'er The yielding planks of the ivory floor. HAZEL COUCH. G. L. C. Not bold, nor shv. nor short, nor tall. Hut a new mingling of them all. FRANCES BUCHANAN— BECKY.” . Y. W. C. A.. June Haverhill in The Elopement of Ellen.” To conceal anythin from those she loves is not her nature. Claud l:kcs her better than any of his girls. HARRY PHILLIPS— DOK YOK.” Track. Y. M. C. A. The doctor thinks his heart is weak. Mary knows it EDWARD SHELDON—“SEEDY. Class Basket Ball. He's a man noiv—long trousers. ARLO DAVIS— SKIVEY. Class Basket Ball Captain. Football, Track. ”There ain't nothin' characteristic about him. GERTRUDE BINFORD— GIRCH. Beware young man. she will fool thee. KATIE BLAKE. “God bless the boys. I love them all.” DUVALL HARROLD. Y. M. C. A., Football. Takes dancing lessons. Teacher's pet. Winks at Miss Dcllis. A firm believer in taking things easy. i Q r CLAUD MONNET— CLAUDIUS. ’ Y. M. C. A. President. Class Debater. Tennis. Mr. Ford in “The Elopement of Ellen.” He's a terrible 13 rt—loved one girl eight years. FLORENCE BIGLER— FLO. ’ A great deal of d'gnitv done up in a small package.” CHESTER BEAIRD. Debating Club. Do others before they do you. MAIZIE JACOBS. Thinks twice before she speaks. CARL BLACKERT. ANNA FURBEE. Do not presume too muck on my good looks. ADRA CLARKE. Slow as an ice wagon but she generally gets there.” ALTA SHANNON—“RESERVED (The question is, for whom)? Her modest loks. a cottage might adorn. RUBY LINDSAY— LOU.” G. L. C. Some dancer! Noted for her wit and feared for her pranks. EDGAR CRALLE— BEEFY. Debating Club. Makes big impressions? God made him. so let him pass as a man. Class Basket Ball. He vias a lady's man but resigned. WILLARD WICKIZER. Class Basket Ball. Class Debate. Y. M. C. A. Get thee behind me. (Who?), fair maidens. RUTH MORGAN. LESLIE KITCHEN. A boy who wants to do better. Quit Moore and came to N. H. S. SCHARLOTTE KITCHEN— CHARLIE.” Wants to change her name. Isn’t domestically inclined. A girl in the kitchen is worth two in the parlor.” N x on H. S. kids. Uni men for me. Beauty is naturally something kingly. ELIZABETH HAMILTON— LIZ.” G. L. C. Always in haste but never in a hurry. I VIE FLEMING— HEAVY.” Debating Club. He has never been seen with a girl. ROLFE ENGLEMAN— BABY ROLF.” All the girls try to mother h:m. Patented to keep them from stealing him. IDA PROFFIT. Marks, not men. have always been her aim. PEARL HERRINGTON — PEARLIE ANN RIDDLE. G. L. C.. Glee Club. Never do today what you can put off until tomorrow. PAGE FORD—’COON. Class Basket Ball. “It may be said that his wit shines at the expense of his memory.” j6HN FARRIS— JOHNNIE.” Fools some of the teachers part of the time and most of them all the time. ASHTON McLENNON— MACK.” I like fun and I like jokes Just as much as any folks. LEWIS McCALI— SHORTY. Athletic Association. Football. Athletic Council admires debaters. Every inch a man. FRANCES BALLEW. G. L. C. Have a good time today, for tomorrow you may be married. MYRTLE BELLE HOWARTH— MYR- TI E. Babyishness, her chief characteristic. Fussy clothes her great fault. MAUD FORBES. Engaged by Edison as a talking machine, guaranteed to never run down. GERTRUDE HOWE— GERTIE. Class Debater. Carries a notebook? to keep track of dates. 29 Left to right: Top row—Pauline Edwards. Roy Foster. Catherine Herrinjtcn. Edwin Hogan. Edna Bessent. Walter Berry. Marguerite Pendleton. Arlo Davis. Middle row—Ralph Vincent. Edgar Cralle. Claud Monnet. Gloe Dorsey. D.vall Harrold. Frances Miller. Harry Phillips. Mary Spencer. Bottom row—Eunice Holland. Emma Patton. Katie Blake. Gladys Crawford. Frances Buchanan. Hazel Couch. Gertrude Binford. Jewell Risingcr. Slmtinr (Class Left to right: Top row—Leslie Kitchen. Willard Wickhixer. Ruby Lindsay. Page Ford. Pearl Herrington. Chester Beaird, Frances Ballcw. Middle row—Elizabeth Hamilton, Scharlotte Kitchen. Ashton McLennon. Adra Clark. Carl Blackert. Alta Shannon. Ivic Fleming. Bottom row—Florence Bigler, Gertrude Howe. Maizic Jacobs. John Farris. Ida ProfTctt. Myrtle Howarth. 33 ■ ■■■; ?� ,i . irr ... xiphnmnrr (Class QMm s PRESIDENT................................DAVID MORRIS VICE PRESIDENT...........................HERBERT HYDE SECRETARY.........................................WALLACE ABBOTT TREASURER ...........................................MIMS McMILLAN CLASS ADVISOR.............................MR. D. F. MEYER COLORS..........................................GREEN AND WHITE FLOWER.............................AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSE STONE.............................................EMERALD MOTTO..................... WE RISE BY THE STEPS WE BUILD jj jphnmnr? iKnll Guy Parkhurst—Faithful. Melvin Renner—Impulsive. Altha Hoover—Gentle. Virgil Miller—Studious. Edna Locke—Modest. Jim Gray—Athlete Earl Neal—Mean. Charlie Wilkey—Cute. Claud Cottrel—Boisterous. Grace Fischer—Generous. Henry Duensing—Sullen. Willie Hodges—Jovial. Guy Mitchell—Stubborn. Kate Martin—Stately. Moses Endicott—Noisy. Euline George—Precise. Florence Teel—Envious. Grace Lee—Constant. Flora McDaniel—Serious. Russell Smith—Crafty. John Montgomery—Observant. Herbert Hyde—Clever. Birdie Saxon—Considerate. Carl Ince—Deliberate. Floyd Walker—Lonesome. Edgar Skaggs—Improvident. Jimmie Standley—Sweet Lloyd Pinnick—Orator. Fisher Muldrow—Genial. Jeanette Johnson—Frisky. Tom Foster—Morbid. Ethel Monical—Amiable. Dewey Gibson—Obliging Bertha Ramsey—Vain. Homer Vowell—Obstreperous. Lucy Pierson—Droll. Scott Hatcher—Satisfied. Esther Roane—Demure. Amo Replogle—Poet. Edith Hodges—Daring. Jessie Acree—Shy. Ruby Sullivant—Frank. Alta Appleby—Dignified. Claud Br xwn—Playful. Frank Starkey—Lively. Loy Glenn—Pretty. Ruth Bible—Talkative. Sammy McCall—Mischievous. Henry Riedesel—Idle. Russel Eichhorn—Industrious. Townsend Zink—Original. David Morris—Superior, lone Sale—Enchanting. Cortez Hoskins—Ungrateful. Gladys Whitwell—Coquettist. William Harris—Enthusiastic. Dorothy Brooks—Charming. Chester Morrison—Laughable. Lucile Oliphint—Dreamy. Mims McMillan—Fastidious. Edith Cralle—Attractive. Helen Morgan—Sociable. Bradford Risinger—Meek. Helen Newland—Zealous. Earl Pruett—Lethargic. Hattie Britt—Radiant. Ruth Wingate—Care-free. Malta Clarke—Proud. Oscar Bigler—Dignified. Bessie Elledge—Ambitious. Grace Bumgarner—Judicial. 1 Hiplumtori' (Class iitstsry It would be useless for us to write in detail of the remarkable class fight and glorious debate of which we as Freshmen were winners. But we must use this space to enumerate the many victories of this, our Sophomore Year. Among the other events we record with pleasure, is that of, “The Clean Shaved Freshies. The freshies had planned a surprise for us. They intended to mobilize their forces on the morning of the twenty-third of September as we went to school. The news of the mobilization was heard on the night of the twenty-second by a few of our faithful sophs. Within forty minutes we were all in regular style, parading the city in search of lurking freshmen. A few of the young ones, who did not know that they should be slumbering under their mother’s roof, were found during the dull midnight hours. After giving them a hair cut with the clippers, much sport was had by leading the victims with a rope. We passed most of the cold nights on the streets. Finally the red sun arose and in about two hours, the other sons arose. By ten o’clock we had practically all the freshies tied to our ropes. You must remember that capture meant to have a bald nead. a cranium exposed to the sun. We then marched them to chape! in order that tne entire school might have the pleasure of looking at their noble skulls. When chapel was over we released the freshies with this advice: The gentleman is a man of truth, lord of his own actions, and expressing that lordship in his own be- havior.” Our parting afterwards was: Be a Gentleman.” The sophomores organized a basket ball team which proved to be far superior to any of the other class teams. Our first game was with the freshmen. The final score was twenty-four to nine in favor of our team. Our next game was with the seniors, the score being forty-two to fourteen in favor of the sophs (very startling indeed for a class of dignified Seniors to be dealt with in such a manner). The girls also have a basket ball team. We know they will be victorious for the wise boys have taught them to step in their steps all the way . So we might continue—but why should we? We have given you sufficient evidence to cause you to believe, as all who know us do, that we are the leading class of N. H. S. VIRGIL MILLER. Whenever you enter the High School. A fine bunch of Sophs you will find. They're first in their games and athletics As well as in greatness of mind. In Geometry. German and English. Almost every Soph makes an A. For promptness in paying their class dues. They cannot be beaten, they say. The Sophs would have won in debating. If the judges had only been fair. But they gave the cup to the Juniors. And left the poor Sophs in mid air. In choosing Meyer for advisor The Sophomores showed they were wise. For Meyer excels all others. In wisdom as well as in size. One day near the first of September. Sophs and Freshmen rose up from their beds. They wrestled all day and the Freshmen Next morn, had no hair cn their heads. When Sophomores tried out for football. Other classes were left far behind: The Sophomores had more good players Than the rest of the classes combined. In basket ball. too. they were leaders. Their score mounted up very high. Each Saturday night when they won. The rest of the classes would sigh. The heart of each Junior and Senior Is sad for no more can he be A Soph. But the Freshman is gladdened And his little heart filled with glee. —Amo ReplogL. 1 - Suiphnnturr (Class $A '1 . 2 M I m Left to right: Top row—Guy Parkhurst, Melvin Renner. Altha Hoover. Virgil Miller. Edna Locke. JimGray, Eairl Neal. Middle row___Charlie Wilkcy. Claud Cottrel. Grace Fischer. Henry Duensing. Willie Hedges. Guy Mitchell. Kate Martin. Bottom row— Moses End i co tt, EuliSe George. Florence Teel. Grace Lee. Flora McDaniel. Russell Smith. John Montgomery. Left to right: Top row—Herbert Hyde. Birdie Saxon. Carl Incc. Floyd Walker. Edgar Skaggs. Jimmie Standley. Lloyd Pinnick. Middle row—Muldrow Fisher. Jeanette Johnson, Tom Foster. Ethel Monica), Dewey Gibson. Bertha Kamsey. Homer Vowel), Lucy Pierson. Bottom row—Scott Hatcher, Esther Roane. Amo Rcplogle, Edith Hodges. Jessie Acree, Ruby Sullivant. Alta Appleby, Claud Brown. nplunuun' (Class Left to right: Top row—Frank Starkey, Loy Glenn, Ruth Bible. Sammy McCall. Henry Riedcscl. Russell Eichhom. Townsend Zink. David Morris, lone Sale. Middle row—Cortez Hoskins. Gladys Whitwell. William Harris. Dorothy Brooks. Chester Morrison. Lucile Oliphint, Mims McMillan. Edith Cralle. Helen Morgan. Bottom row—Bradford Risinger. Helen Newland. Earl Pruett, Hattie Britt, Ruth Wingate. Malta Clarke. Oscar Bigler, Bessie Ellcdge. Grace Bum- garner. 39 y - J . • ■ - Mg rr President .... Vice President Secretary .... Treasurer .... Jfrrslmtru (1'laaa (Otttrrra .......Florence Monnet ...........Carl Jackson Hattie Poyntz Moomau .......Lucile Wickizer Colors: Gold and White. Stone: Topaz. Motto: Labor conquers all. Yell: One nine, one eight. Freshman, Freshman, Up early, to bed late. 3Fri'shnu'u (Class tKistimj The year of 1914 will go down on the pages of history as the eventful year of the century. To the minds of some, this date will ever suggest the great European war; while to the minds of others it would suggest an event of more personal inter est. September the seventh, nineteen hundred and fourteen will go down on the pages of history of Norman High School as a great date, for it was on this date that one of the largest Freshman classes that ever mounted the steps of Norman High School was enrolled. The gallantry and power of the class was so apparent that it was a dare to the Sophomores. The annual class fight was precipitated before a week of school had elapsed. The victory may be definitely attributed to one side or the other in some contests but in this conflict, with the variety of participants, the unlimited maneuvers and unknown rules, victories were divided. After our initiation all was peaceful and we earnestly set about, “Totam Galliae Superare”, and to master algebra. One of the important social functions of the season was the class party held at the home of one of our worthy members. The Freshman class has done its part in contributing worthy teams for both debating and basket ball. Our class lives its motto in athletics as well as in the class room, and as the years go by we will more and more exemplify that, Labor Conquers All.” Gertrude Sidener Lucile Wickizer 40 CT3. - 1 jfrt'shmau (Class Left to right: Top row—Elmer Wails. Alma Cullen. Chaclic Martin. Oliver Cornelius. Eleanor Mays. Minerva Alexander. Okla Bobo. Middle row—Marguerite Jones. Chester Douglas. Mary Baker. Byron Gaymon. Leola McGee. Raymond Kennedy. Iola Haswell. Robert Moffett. Bottom row—Alma Clardy. Clyde Cottrel. Dollie Miller. Frances Vincint. Dorothea Langford. Ella Polk. Dale Scruggs. Viola Stoner. iFrrshntau (Class Lcft to right: Top row—Eva Maloy, Henry Clanton. Elwood King. Pearl Fox. Charles McDaniel. Rodriquez. Childress. George Davis. Middle row—Sallic Steele. Robert Tucker. Lottie Levy, William Howard. Phoebe Vowcll. Frank Brown. Lena Ramsey. Bottom row—Sherman Smith. Jim Downing. Naomi Wynne. Raymond Saxon. Ivy Lee. Lee Cathey. Dovic Brown. Jfrfiilmuut (Class Left to right: Top row—Melba Smith. Earl Bartholomew, William Womack. Irene Turner. George McDaniel. Dewey Foster. Bonnie Giles. Joe Hicks. Travis Baker. Valentine Griffin. Middle row—Nadine Runyan. Ucl Petty. Florence Monnet. Dewey Wolf. Froma Johnson. Evcrct Ogborn. Lucile Wickizcr. Ernst Caldwell. Gertrude Bottom row— Vene Arnhr[s er? ar 1 Jackson. Arline Johnson. Archie Sewell. Mildred McClure. Warren Hudgens. Hattie Poynt . Moomau. Benton Petty. Frances Williams. Billie McGuire. 1 -NT. HL S 1 15 Harry A.: “Mr. Meyer, I don’t think I deserve an absolute zero.” Prof. Meyer: “No sir, neither do I. but that is the lowest grade that I am allowed to give today.” Tiss Trevarthen: “Graham, what docs the word, punic, mean?” Graham: “Sickly.” The Ford is my auto; I shall not want another. It maketh me to lie down be- neath it, it saveth my soul. It leadeth me into paths of ridicule for its name- sake. Yea, tho’ I ride thru' the valleys, I am towed up the hiHs, for I fear much evil. Thy rods and thy engine discom- fort me. I annointeth my tires with patches; my radiator boileth over; I re- pair blowouts in the presence of mine enemies. Surely if this thing followeth me all the days of my life I shall dwell in the bughouse forever. Signed: R. V. R. F. F. M. Bryan G.:“ Yes, I kept my head, when I fell into the water.” Margaret G.: How fortunate, it must have been a great help to you in floating.” (By request.) Mrs. Holmes (in physiology class): William, what is the bone between the lower leg and the ankle called? William (as usual) : “I don’t know. Mrs. H.: “Well, if I were to say, ‘Saul of Tarsus,’ what would that suggest to you?” William: “Saul.” Miss Trevarthen: “What is the Hague Tribunal?” Bill Howe: “The Hague Tribunal ar—” Miss T.: Now don’t say ‘The Hague Tribunal are,’ William; use is.” Bill: Well then, the Hague Tribunal isbitrates national controversies. Jim: Thought you said that the cof- fee at this joint was no good. What did you order it for?” Harry: I use it in my fountain pen.” Stranger to citizen: Have you lived here all your life?” Citizen: “Not yet. Norman, Okla. Dear Sir: Please send me the new part for my Ford ingine with the little thing out from the middle like the first thing you sent me which don’t fit, with the square hole in it what sticks out from both ends. It goes in my ingine in the hole just under the middle of the round thing on the side of the hill at the end of the ingine where the little pipe runs up from that funny lookin’ buisness like a kettle that the wires and ’lectricity go in. RALPH VINCENT. mini's mini, aitft SHijf Modesty seems to be the reigning virtue of some of our class members. They do not crave notoriety—and yet they really deserve some mention. That they are meritorious each in his or her own peculiar way is an acknowledged fact, so in the generosity of our loving hearts and from the depths of our in- most souls, we the class ’15 do most earnestly dedicate this page of Who’s Who, and Why.” The following were elected by the Senior class at a recent meeting: Best Wax Chcwer: This place was awarded to Janet Allen by an over- whelming majority. She chews any- thing from shoelaces to ten-penny nails. She is very well skilled in this art and she is never without something to chew. She makes graceful sweeping gestures with her lower jaw while thus engaged, but there is really no danger of getting struck by her chin unless, of course, you are foolish enough to stand within a foot or two of her The best Orator is Bryan Griffin. Enough said, as no one will contradict that statement. The biggest ladies’ man is Marion Goodin?. He just can’t help it. Favorite song, I Love the Ladies.” The Best Looking Girl—Lora Trout. There were several contestants for this place, Eva Flood and Ella Smalley win- ning second and third places respective- ly. Lora won it, however, on the ac- count of her individuality. The best looking boy is John Wynne. John received the unanimous vote of the class in this race, which was due 16 partly to his massive, capable looking figger and partly to his “dreamy brown eyes. The Biggest Liar was Cleo McGee. This is just a naturaf talent with Cleo, although of course, he has done his part to cultivate his gift of lying. Coleen Hullum got second place. The Biggest Bluffer was awarded to Nauvie Brown as she was thot most capable of buncoing the teachers, and can come nearer to looking intelligent (when caught talking in class) than any- one else we know. The Ugliest Boy place was checked over to Marion Gooding mostly on the account of the truth which was recog- nized in a statement made by a Fresh- man. He said: Marion Goodin ain't very purty. His eyes are so dost to- gether that I thot he had just one eye when I saw him coming up the streat, and his mouth looks a little like a old- fashioned soap gourd.’’ Biggest Spendthrift—Bill Howe. We heard that Bill was jist plain stingy. He is so generous that he went in a dry goods store and after looking at several pieces of goods, finally selected one yard of material at 12 1-2 cents per yard, then at the ribbon counter bought one half-yard of baby ribbon at one cent a yard. Most Conceited Man. Roy Holland got this place as he could hardly help being conceited, haying held the place of President of such an inspiring and intellectual class as that of 15. Most Sound Sleeper—John Wynne. This place was checked to John as he was never known to stay awake more than one-third or 15 minutes of a 45- minute recitation period. The Biggest Loafer was Wilma Wick- izer. She got this place from always- being found in the halls or hanging around in the office or near the teacher’s desk. The Biggest Crook—Margaret Good- rich. I!—I!—myself assume the honor of being the biggest crook in the class. If that be doubted, take into consid- eration the fact that I am Treasurer of the class and then try to think what has become of ALL that money you have paid into the treasury. In fact, I am so crooked I have to screw my shoes on. The Seniors not long ago favored us at chapel with a program which they gave under the head of Senior Class Day. The first number was a touching little ballad rendered by Miss Lena Sadler entitled, Who Hit Johnny in the Neck? Next came a little talk by Mr. Bryan Griffin on “Why the Bed Spread. This was followed by a trio composed of the Misses Maude Acrce, Gladys Clardy and Naoma Capshaw. They sang that popular hit of two continents, Plant a Watermelon on My Grave and Let the Juice Soak Through.” John Wynne then expostulated his theory in answ-cr to the question, Why did the Salt Shak-er?” The substance of what he said may be summed up under one sentence, w.hich is—“Because he saw the Spoon Hold-er.” (Time to laugh). With a few more numbers the pro- gram was completed and each one pres- ent pronounced it a very delightful and instructive program. Father (while trying to illustrate a point in arithmetic to his six-year-old son): “Mother, if you had a dollar and I gave you five more, what would you have?” Mother (conscientiously): Hys- terics.” “So Miss Jones is married at last?” “Yes.” And who is the happy man?” “Her father. An tflsaij on Jfarultirs Prize Essay.’ Faculties are made up of a collection of more or less ancient persons, usually found loitering near a school. Their purpose seems to be to prevent the graduation of students whenever pos- TNT. m: s. r 1 -91 17 sible. A faculty renders a school about the same service the vermiform appendix renders the body, viz., none. Faculties are easily divided into two groups, (a) Those who pass one and (b) those who do not. Those of the first group are gentle- men and ladies of the highest intelli- gence and utmost ood sense and arc absolutely unprejudiced. Those of the second group arc ignor- ant. prejudiced, and utterly unable to judge scholarship. It is to be hoped in this age of wire- less telegraphy, horseless carriages and firelcss cookers, that some benefactor of mankind will invent a facultyless school. If this is done, several people will possibly graduate who might other- wise spend their lives in school. It must not be supposed, however, that faculty members never reform, for in some instances they give up their posi- tions, resolve to break themselves of bad habits and earn an honest living. The percentage of such reforms, how- ever, is not very great. It was the night before the Chap- erone.” The telenhone bell rang and after Miss Trevarthcn had said “Hello, an irritable voice asked, “Can you tell me what the difference is between the thirty-five and fifty-cent scats?” “Cer- tainly, Miss T. replied sweetly, A matter of fifteen cents.” Marion and Loy Glen still continue to improve in their dancing and along with Edwin Hogan, they expect to soon assert themselves publicly as a trio a la dansant. AiUtrrtisttuj Frtum Wanted—A hair cut. Either Mont- gomery-Ward or Sears-Roebuck brand. Must not cost more than twenty-five cents per dozen. Prof. D. F. Meyer. Wanted—The Legislature to appro- priate to all students desiring a wife, enough money to care for same. J. Wynne. Cleo (on presenting himself to the desired one) said: My love for you is like this ring, it has no end.” Beulah examined the golden circlet closely and then returned it. saying: “My love for you is also like this ring, it has no beginning.” If two burglars were in a coal cellar at midnight, would the coal chute? No, the kindling wood. Some of the most sacred wishes and innermost desires of the Senior Class: Resolved, That Janet Allen be re- quested to come in and take a seat (like the rest of the class) instead of sitting on top of a desk in the front of the room. That Marion Gooding be asked to let us have one meeting without his mak- ing an instructive (?) speech. That Beulah C. be on time to a meet- ing just once, for the sake of variety. That Roy H. and Miss Trevarthen do their private conversing before coming into the room. That Raymond and Nauvic let us have one meeting without voting against every motion that is made. And lastly, that Virgic Haswell be requested to remain thruout one class meeting, as she might like it and trv it again, having never done it yet this year. Mr. Miller (assigning the next day’s English lesson): Without opening your books, take the rest of the chap- ter.” Nephew. “Uncle, I am going to work in a dynamite shop; what do you think of the prospects?” Uncle (grimly): “There’s a very good chance for a young man to rise. Mr. Tague (in Commercial Geog- raphy class): Where are most of the apples grown in the United States? Lee B.: “Why,—on apple trees.” Not long ago. a visitor was rather amused at one of our inexperienced Do- mestic Science viris (Ruby L). She had seme tea on the stove and had come into the recitation room to ask Miss Davison a question. On hearing a cannon-like report, caused by the janitor turning the steam into the radiators, she rushed madlv from the room exc’aiming, Gracious! that must be my tea!” A 3Fnu Srfmtlimts Vanity: Is when a boy parts his hair in the middle. Luck: Is when the other football team wins. Science: Is when “our team” wins. Good Judgment: Is when our teach- ers give us A’s. A Dictionary: Is a book that does not always spell the words as we do. Ambition: Is trying to learn a for- eign language. A Martyr: Is one who teaches it. Alice Flood: Wilma, what does your father do?” Wilma W.: He tries to save men. Alice: Gracious. I wish you'd tell him to save one for me.” H. A.: What did your father say. darling, when you told him that my love is like a broad and flowing river?” M. G.: He said, ‘Dam it!’” Soph: Did you know Caesar mar- ried an Irish maid?” Green Freshie: “No; who was she?” Soph: When he came to the Rhine, he proposed to Bridge-it. English Teacher: “Joe, have you done your outside reading yet?” Joe Hicks: Nope; ma says it’s too cold to read outside yet.” 3Ej. § . (piu'iilunui Is Mary a Baker? Where do Brooks flow? Does Gertrude know Howe? Bill does. Why is Esther’s hair Roane? What makes Nauvie Brown? Is Elwood King? What made Eva a Flood? Has Helen found Ncw-land? Can Wilma Schader? (shade her). At home what does Celeste Shead? Her big words. Why is Homer a Helm? Does he steer toward Holland? Why is Ed a Smith? What makes Sadyc a Beaver? Or is she only a Hyde? Does Roy Foster Froma? Who made Duvall a Herald? Where did Lee Berry it? What makes Herbert’s slick Hyde? Is lone for Sale? Is Virgil a Miller? Why is Homer a Vowell? How long is Chester’s Beard? Did Earl Kneel? Is Florence a Teal? Is Bruce a Kidd? Why is Townsend Zink? Is Russell Welch? Is Dewey a Wolf? Does Allen Steele? Is Randolf Chancellor? What did Maud Proffit? Did Grace Fish (er)? How did John Whigum? Is Charley Young? Why is Lora a Trout? What makes Viola Stoner? Is Jim Gray? D. Morris Code.” 1 I - ! if 8 19 1. Blessed be he who laugheth at Meyer’s jokes, no matter how stale they may be, for he shall receive an A. 2. Blessed be he who gets to school on time for he will not be called to the five-thirty study hall. 3. Blessed be he who runneth not upstairs for he shall not be called back. 4. Blessed be the Junior who gets in his book reports for he shall not be flunked. 5. Blessed are they who make “A” for they shall be called the children of the honor roll. 6. Blessed is he who loitereth not in the hall for he shall not meet Herr Meyer. 7. Blessed is he who croweth not in Miller’s study hall for his neck shall not be wrung. 8. Blessed be the Senior who is not flunking for his shall be a diploma. 10. Blessed be he who forgets not his excuse for he shall leave at three forty-five. 11. Blessed are they who can do fancy work for they have something to do in study hall. Wanted—To light the streets of Norman. Red Harris, Red Goodrich, and Red McDaniels. During a teacher’s meeting held in the high school building a strange teacher entered the building, and seeing no one went upstairs into the study hall. There he spied Miss Clifton and said, Little Girl, could you tell me where all the teachers are?” At the Y. M. C. A. banquet while Duvall Harrold was rearing back in his seat, engaged in one of those good old-time laughs, and while his mouth was open to the back of his neck, in exact reproduction of the entrance to the mammoth cave, Ralph Vincent threw a water pitcher into the yawning cavity, with somewhat dire results. The plaster of Paris will be removed from the combatant’s anatomy in about three weeks. If there is anything more than another that we feel it’s up to us to take a whack at, it is the abominable habit of using slang. It’s a blooming outrage that even the highest of our highbrows can’t tear off a few pages of the English language without running in a bunch of slang on us. It’s an awful punk habit. A few days ago some pinhead twospot slung us a spiel that we couldn’t make head nor tail of. He got our deck so shuffled we didn’t know what was trumps ’till finally we got a hen on what he was trying to string us. It was a rotten trick, and we shall be leary of such ginks in the future. We want you all to stow it away under your lids that the gang that put out this book, from the main squeezer down to the editor’s devil” positively will not stand for any such slush. This is straight goods. Choke it. W i| , A ■ ,’;o . . V;? ;■ W - L ■ddhk.A sx - T7— MI What would it look like if it had: Legs like Louis McCall. A body like Miss Clifton. A foot like Naomi Capshaw. A head like Claud Brown. Teeth like Loy Glenn. Ability to talk like John Wynne. A smile like Mr. Miller. A frown like Slick Hyde. Ears like DeEtte Clifton. Hair like Red McDaniels. A neck like Bruce Kidd. A walk like Mr. Edwards. A nose like Bill Howe. A face like Fatty Wails. A mouth like Florence Teal. m5 Suklrts Everything had gone wrong at the of- fice that morning and the man began to nag his wife just to soothe his dignity. “I was a fooi when I married you.” “Yes, I know, dear,” was the reply, “but I thought as time went on you might improve.” Duvall H. (In Geom. Class) : I wish Miss Dellis would quit looking at me like she was going to bite my head off.” Miss Dellis overheard and said: “But Duvall you forget how tantalizingly sweet you look.” Edna B. (speaking of the new Geom- etry teacher): “I didn’t know pretty girls ever liked Geometry. Frances B.: “I didn’t either, I don’t.” Edith: “Oh! George, those roses are so very fresh there seems to be some dew on them.” George: “Oh! oh! there is a little due on them but never mind I will pay it.” We had Mr. Swindell, a Baptist re- vivalist up in chapel one morning to make a talk. After he had talked a while about making one’s way thru the the world he then said in an impressive manner: “I, myself, have had to depend on my own resources, my father having died at 11 years of age.” Miss Stevens: Dewey, will you ex- plain the next proposition?” D. F.: “I can’t.” Miss Stevens: Why, Dewey Foster, that proposition was explained two min- utes ago by the clock.” D. F.: Smart clock.” Miss Trewarthen (in History Class): “Lena, what is Constantinople the cap- ital of?” Lena S.: I don’t know. Miss T.: “Does what we have on Thanksgiving day suggest anything to you?” Lena S.: Yes ’um, chicken.” Miss Davison: “Sammy, I thot I asked you not to take any nuts out of the supply desk.” Sammy: “Yes’um, I know you did.” Miss D.: “Well, how did it happen that I found a handful in your desk when you stepped out just now?” Sammy: Oh, I just put those in there to keep the other girls from get- ting them.” 52 53 - . - : . :'-L .V', .. ' 7 T. i—[ 51 « ’ i.1 'it a hr X. iit. B. if bating arum The try out for the Norman High School Debating Teams was held at the school building March 19. Eleven contestants discussed the question: Resolved, that the Preferential Ballot should be adopted in the several states. Six members were chosen for the teams who will debate other towns this year. The schedule has not been decided definitely as yet. Those who made these teams are John Wynne. Marion Gooding, Bryan Griffin, David Mor- ris. Herbert Hyde, and Guy Parkhurst. (Elasii Srbatpfi Much enthusiasm was manifested over the class debates of this year. Each class worked hard on the try outs and the teams were finally decided which were composed of three members each. The Senior-Junior debate was the first schedule and a large crowd assembled to witness this contest. The question for these class debates was: Resolved that the Federal Government should own and control the railroads. The Senior team was composed of Wilma Wickizer, Marion Gooding and Bryan Griffin. The Juniors were Willard Wickizer, Gertrude Howe and Claud Monnet. After a hard contest the Juniors were declared victors of this debate. Next came the Freshman-Sophomore debate. The Freshman debaters were Dwight Patton, Lucile Wickizer and Frances Vincent. The Sopho- mores were David Morris, Herbert Hyde and Guy Parkhurst. The Sopho- mores won this debate. Class spirit then ran high for the fight for supremacy was on between the Juniors and Sophomores. But the Juniors won and their names have been engraved on the large silver loving cup awarded by the Board of Education. ®hr Debating (Club The Debating Club is one of the greatest organizations in the High School and has done very good work this year by giving literary programs i nd debates. This club is extending the literary ability of the High School students and furnishing them a good class of entertainments. The members of the club are: David Morris. President Homer Helms, Secretary-Treasurer Lloyd Pinnick Herbert Hyde Bryan Griffin Marion Gooding Tom Foster John Wynne Guy Parkhurst Chester Beaird Henry Riedesel Tom Kelley Ivie Fleming Virgil Miller Elwood King Melvin Renner Allen Steele Bruce Kidd Bradford Risinger Moses Endicott Russel Welch Charles Young Claude Oliphant Oliver Cornelius George Davis J. J. Miller, Sponsor l £31 The G. L. C. of Norman High School was reorganized in September. Thirty girls gave their names for membership, and since then weekly meet- ings have been held. A new constitution was framed and adopted. The purpose of the meetings have been to develop the natural talent of the girls and to encourage literary research. By the numerous debates the girls have become accustomed to talking in public and have learned the art cf argu- ment. By the different papers, continued stories, etc., the girls have de- veloped the power of originality. On the whole the G. L. C. has formed an instructive and uplifting fellowship as well as a social friendship between the Junior and Senior girls. The G. L. C. has tried in every way possible to keep up enthusiasm throughout the year. From time to time extra and pub- lic programs and social entertainments have been given, and this has won new members. Miss Clifton has given her time and attention to the G. L. C. throughout the year. For this service the G. L. C. offers their sincerest thanks. The girls who are leaving the society entrust its development to those who will follow, and hope that in the following years as much benefit as well as enjoyment will be realized by those who participate as has been enjoyed during the past year. The members of the G. L. C. are: Janet Allan Lillie Allen Frances Ballew Kathryn Blackert Olga Bobo Naoma Capshaw Gladys Clardy DeEtte Clifton Hazel Couch Pauline Edwards Eva Flood Elizabeth Hamilton Jewell Risinger Mary Spencer Bertha Corbin Gladys Helms Virgie Haswell Pearl Herrington Catherine Herrington Eunice Holland Sadye Hyde Percy Lee Welch Wilma Wickizer Anna Mae Simpson 56 rcyy ny 1 ft i ' p J ■CM MttflJ lUilritirtnni AbbnBB DeEtte Clifton Father Time has planted us, the members of the Senior class of nine teen fifteen, as a gardener plants his flowers, here in the garden of learning. Each year a new group is planted and each year one harvested. Some are planted in other gardens while some must be sown broadcast in various fields of life to do the work for which they are best fitted. Father Time welcomes gladly each new group as the seasons bring them yet he transplants with sorrow, those for whom he has been caring. They will never be united again. Some will not have all the sunshine which is given to others, but will grow to be the sweet violets, which grow in the quiet, shady corners, giving their service unnoticed while others that receive more sunlight, will grow and blossom into bright roses, which are an uplift to every one with whom they come in contact. The gardener realizes that he has made some mistakes in our cultivation and we have often been bowed down by the winds of discouragement, yet each trial has strengthened us and those who come after us may also profit by them. They have caused us to resolve to grow faster and better, when we are planted in different fields where more will be expected of us. Although we hate to part with old friends that we have made here, and leave familiar surroundings, we cannot but be glad that we have reached that goal toward which we have been working so long. So as we separate to continue to grow in different gardens without a hope of being united again, we, the members of the Senior class of nineteen fifteen, ask our friends who have watched our growth and have been interested in us. to wish for us a bright and happy future in which we shall blossom into flowers which will be of great service; and be glad with us that we were planted here together, and have grown up together, with the loss of a very few flowers. The time has come when Father Time is to transplant us as others take our places and we must now say farewell. Farewell—to our friends who have taken so much interest in our growth; farewell to the Board of Education whom we wish to thank for their thought for our welfare and their efforts in securing all the sunshine, moisture and fertile soil for our best development; farewell to the patrons, whose encour- agement has been as a brace to our stems when they were wont to droop ; farewell to our teachers whose skillful hands have tilled the soil in which we grew and have protected us from many a storm. You have molded our lives into more beautiful and sturdy shapes through careful pruning. You have shown us by your own lives that we may blossom as you have done. Farewell to each other group of flowers which the seasons have brought. May the soil of prosperity and the sunshine of happiness be with you in your growth, with none of the little blasts of care and discouragement which might hinder you. And last of all, we must say farewell to one another, classmates, we have grown together here in this garden these four years but now we have grown to that height toward which we have been aiming and must now separate to be planted in those different fields which are best suited for the develop- ment of our different natures. We must now say—Farewell, Farewell. :' •V � --K .? v v'.c «uh- '-V a ,¥iv ,. - = ; Salutatory AMirras Marion Gooding. As we enter the Congo Valley we see a fine example of “The Survival of the Fittest.” The strong trees and vines choke out the weaker ones; the strong, cunning animals devour the weaker, incautious ones. The strong natives overcome the weaker ones and only the strongest survive. So it is in our lives today. Great business men, men of science and learning, wearily climb the steep hill of success while the weaker ones who started on the same level with them remain far behind in the dust. Today we are living in a great age. The men who would succeed must first build a firm foundation by a good education, and then adapt themselves to the wavs and hardships of the world with an ever firm determination to succeed. We live in a day of organization of corporate effort. Too often the person is excluded, the rule of the majority goes its ruthless way. We must set ourselves to individual responsibility where each person can work out his highest possibilities, recognizing himself as a part of a great whole, but an integral part, a vital unit. He must overcome each difficulty before him, which places him further on the long journey which he is traveling. There is no wav to achieve this except by realizing the individual soul as part of the author of life. Learning and religion, we say, the intellect and the soul, the natural and the supernatural, or more simply, body and spirit are the two great forces which make up the sum of life, and it is the special business of men and women to unite the earthly and the heavenly. From the earliest times men have devoted themselves to this high calling. The spirits of just men and women made perfect must watch over the foundations they created to train youth from the life that is now and the life that is yet to come. Whatever life is to come must grow out of this present life. For the sake of the future, as well as the present, it must be a pure and noble life. “For whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” All of the great principles of life may be applied to Woodrow Wilson, one of the greatest men the world has ever produced. With a good education as a foundation, much serious moral earnestness, a determination to succeed, with Christianity as food for his soul, he has been enabled to climb the ladder of success and has now reached the utmost round. In September, 1911, the present Senior class entered Norman High School with almost twice as many members as it now has. Some have fallen by the wayside. The remaining ones have conquered life’s first battles and are well started on the road to success. May we appreciate the opportunities before us and strive to better our education because Darwin’s well known proverb, “The Survival of the Fit- test”, will apply to our everyday life, to the business in which we engage, for it is only the best prepared in education that can command the best positions and rise up in their respective work. Therefore, classmates, let us not consider our education completed with our high school graduation. Let us go out into the world and prove to the 58 public that our graduation from high school is just the beginning, not the end. As we are assembled in Norman High School for the last time we wish to thank the teachers and Board of Education for their unceasing efforts to provide for us. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the students for their help and friendship and to you who have assembled to witness this, our last program. In the lull of a busy day did there ever flash over your tired mind the picture of a smile, maybe the smile of your mother years ago, or maybe the smile of only a passing friend, be who it may? But as you saw again those parted lips, with the white teeth showing, and those dancing eyes, filled with a depth of sympathy, did you not unconsciously reflect the smile in your face? The wrinkles of worry were chased away by the wrinkles of laughter. The sun suddenly became brighter; the world was cheerier; you were rested! But you knew not what brought the change. Not even your innermost thoughts gave credit to that simple powerful smile. Oh! the world needs smiles! They are companions of the happiest, sympathizers of the saddest, playmates of childhood, and cheerers of age. Riley has truly said: utilr Authtlr And while you smile another smiles. And soon there’s miles and miles of smiles. And life’s worth while— If you but smile.” ‘What ever the weather may be, says he. What ever the weather may be. It's the songs ye sing, and the smiles ye wear. That’s making the sunshine everywhere.” Smile Awhile. ilu' £u'a uf ICtfr Out upon the sea of life Entered a new born ship, With masts so straight and strong. The breeze was light and fair. It sailed and sailed Until one fair day Into the west it slipped. And life grew short And death grew near With sail full spread Toward the dawn it sped. With the ros’ette sunset void of fear. With its cargo of life And its ballast of love. And a hope that surmounted all. Then out into that other sea Entered this stalwart ship The sea of calm, and peace, and love. And never ending bliss. Where the softer zephyrs blow And waves remain unknown. Where God is good and man is blest With eternal life and joy. —Willard Wickizer. (For names see Page 92 in Advertising Department) t� «r3F f' Ml |J‘ i s' tf - ■ fL. J. A Jffnrium� Hisrnumii Wilma Wickizer. Oh mother! if I could only be like this girl I would”—here Helen broke off with a disconsolate high. She had been reading the book, “The Girl Heiress”. Her mother bent closer over her work. Helen continued, “Mother, we just haven’t anything. There is only what you make by sewing, and of course, once in a while you get something from your writings. But mother, the girl in this book is two years younger than I am. and she is an heiress to one hundred thousand dollars. Oh, if I could only be rich I would be the happiest girl in the world! There is not a thing that I have that is worth mentioning.” The mother remained silent. She had often heard such statements, and although she was very sorry, she did not know how to repel the sadness. The postman whistled and she went to the door. There was one little envelope addressed to Helen. She handed it to her. Helen drew from it a card and read. A wise seer will be glad to explain how you may obtain the desire of your heart, on valentine evening at the home of Elizabeth Sayre.” “I am so glad; Elizabeth’s parties are always so beautiful and queer, and — and — why and — maybe, mother, the seer might tell me some way I could obtain what I wish.” “Oh I know it is foolish, but such things do happen, or anyway they occur in stories, and I don’t see why they could not just as well out of a story. But mother, what have I to wear”? Never mind that, dear, just enjoy the thought that you are going and I shall see that my little daughter has a dress as neat and suitable, if not quite sc fluffy, as any other little daughter has.” The longed-for night came. Helen, dressed in a soft, light blue gown which only a first-class seamstress could have fashioned, kissed her mother a good-bye and hurried off. The house was beautiful, with its many streams of red and gold and silver hearts, darts, bows and arrows, its flowers and plants, and a wonderful cupid mounted on high ruling over all. The company of young people also lent beauty and cheerfulness which greatly added to the charm of the rooms Elizabeth, in her sweet and quiet way. was mistress over all. After many good old-fashioned games, the like of which were enjoyed at no home except the Sayre’s, Elizabeth announced that the aged seer was now ready to bestow his wisdom upon all desirous of it. Immediately a large curtain at the end of the drawing room was raised. There, in state, upon a throne rested a quiet old gentleman; his forehead was broad, his eyes were keen, his lips were closed in strong, firm, yet good-natured lines—in truth his whole appear ance was one which compelled attention. The young people were enthusiastic, and crowded around. A large heart to which a pencil was attached, was handed to each one. On this was to be written the desire, which they wished the seer to tell how to obtain. The names were to be placed on the back of these cards, then collected and given to the wise man. ci The prophesying began. There were many jokes. Many truths were told. Everything had been asked for from lovers and sweethearts to jewel necklaces. When the hilarity had increased to its fullness the old prophet read from a heart, this sentence: “If only I could obtain riches, I would be per- fectly satisfied with the fame it would bring”. The old seer’s face here changed from the jovial expression which it had worn, to one of seriousness. When he spoke again the laughter died away and the young people listened for words with a meaning, a sermonette or something serious. “This is the most easily answered of them all”, replied the old man. “a wish for riches to obtain satisfaction in fame. The first she has, the second she can have, in developing the first by constant labor.” At this statement, Helen drew a breath which almost betrayed the author of the request. The seer continued, “Riches are not always counted in money and gold. True fame is seldom obtained by wealth. The one desirous of this has health, and strength. She has talent—talent in speaking, talent in writing, talent in music. She has the character of a natural leader. Are these not riches? Will these not bring fame? Better health is the slogan of the coming generation. Strength is a blessing given to a few, but always of the greatest aid to those who are among the few. Talent is a gift of extreme value. Cicero was an orator, so was Pitt, and later Webster. These had a talent for speaking. They are famous. Then there is a long galaxy of famous ones in the halls of literature. Scott and Dickens, Victor Hugo. Cooper, Hawthorne, and women have also graced this line—George Eliott and Harriet Beecher Stowe. These are renowned. There are still places for good writers. World litera- ture has not yet reached its height. Talent for music is one of the greatest acquisitions a person can possess. Paderewski, Chopin and Mendelssohn have sent forth musical vibrations that time will echo and reverberate through unknown centuries. Are these not riches far greater than those of Croesus? Are they not more famous than he or his modern children? But surely her last power, that of a leader, which is found in so few women, is one of the rarest of diamonds. Why should she not be a queen Elizabeth, a Victoria, or a Francis Willard, or a Jane Addams? Oh, young people, you are all so wealthy. You possess more jewels than you are treasuring. Time and idle- ness are rapidly stealing them from you. A life of usefulness to the world is a life that will be sung longest by the goddess of fame. Such a life is open to one and all of you. Of course in a greater or less degree. But the road is clear for great things.” The quiet crowd soon again became jolly, and laughter rang out, but words had been spoken that night which would never die in the memories of some. Helen went home with a new joy, a new satisfaction and happiness. The future only will reveal the effect these words had on her. 1 (Huatnms nf JluiHa JJrijC lEasay by 3Jnhu ittmitiuiinrrif. 1? Many of the customs of India that exist now also existed many centuries ago and are now found in their purest state. Religion is at the basis of most of these customs though they may be divided into three groups: Manners of home life, those pertaining to laws, and those pertaining to religion. The religious and burial customs are extremely cruel and barbarous. The degradation of women is perhaps the most barbarous and darkest custom of India. At the age of twelve a women goes into Zenna or Women’s quarters and there stays the rest of her life. She is not permitted to see any women except those with her, but she can talk to men and other women from behind the Purdah which is the curtain that separates the Women’s quarters from the rest of the house. In discussing the home life of India we will take up their manners of dress and family life. In order to get home life of India we must take up families belonging to the different religions. The house of the Christian Indian is small, white- washed, with a neat little veranda on which men are visiting and talking busi- ness. In order to get behind the purdah, for although this is a Christian home the purdah is still used, we must go through an alley into a court yard which is clean, being paved with stones, and free from idols. The lady can read and write and has her bible and song book written in Bengali. By raising another curtain and going through another alley we come to a Mohammedan house. We sit inside the house close to the purdah so we will not smother. The mistress of the house, who is always idle, is dressed in loose Turkish trousers and quantities of jewelry. While behind the purdah we catch faint sounds of men on the veranda. We next go to a Braham’s house. The wife comes out to the court yard and tells us she can not talk today because her husband is eating. We then see her lord sitting on the veranda eating his food off a brass plate with his fingers (scarcely looking up). If our shadow should fall on him or his food he would lose his meal as the food would be considered unclean. As we hurry off we look back to see the wife sitting at a respectful distance away from the table watching him eat and waiting for the remains like a dog. In conclusion I wish to leave with the reader three thoughts: First, that the people of India so used to ancestral religion, preserve for us customs of centuries ago; second, customs which seem cruel and barbarous to us seem fitting to them: third, that we. the people of an enlightened race, cannot re- alize what it means to these people to break away from customs of centuries and take up new ideas but that as they become Christianized they drop off these old customs and take up ideals of the modern world. Editor’s Note:—On account of lack of space we have printed cnly an extract of this essay. -7M. H. 1 0 1 u. m. (t. a. Row One:—Duvall Harrold. William Howe. Roy Holland. Bruce Kidd, Virgil Miller. Willard Wickizer, Guy Parkhurst, Edgar Cralle. Row Two:—Marion Gooding, Harry Phillips. Raymond Goodrich. Ralph Vincent. Mr. N. H. Edwards. Lloyd Pinnick. David Morris, Harry Ambristcr. Homer Helms. Row Three:—Charlie Wilkey. Fisher Muldrow. Herbert Hyde. Roy Foster. Lewis Shead. George Abbott. Frank Starkey, Chester Morrison. Graham Johnson. i m. (£. a One day during the first days of this year Mr. Kresky, who is engaged in state Y. M. C. A. work, came to Norman for the purpose of organizing a Y. M. C. A. in the high school. With the aid of Professor Edwards six high school boys were chosen to form this organization. These boys met and plans were discussed for the organization. Later, ten boys were picked from the high school to be members of this club, and met as charter members to adopt a constitution and to start the club on the road to success. At this meet- ing it was decided to go slowly and vote the members in instead of throwing the club open to all students. The first meeting was decided as a banquet and was held in the basement of the high school building, where eighteen boys enjoyed a delightful five- course supper. During the meal the boys were called on to make individual talks and afterwards a noted lawyer gave a talk. Many interesting programs have been held since then and many such men as Bennie Owen and Mr. McGee of Tulsa have given inspiring talks to the club. The membership has grown to about three times the charter roll and the club has surpassed the success of all others in the history or Norman High School. The main purpose is to raise the moral and social standards of student life and to create and maintain higher ideals among the students of Norman High School. The Young Women’s Christian Association of Norman High School was organized March 17, 1915, under the auspices of the University Y. W. C. A. Zella Cralle was appointed as chief advisor, from the university association, and Miss Phillips as advisor from the high school faculty. The organization desires to uplift the moral standard of the girls and create a more earnest desire among its members for Christian service. 11. W. t. A ROLL Frances Buchanan Edna Bessent Edith Cralle Jimmie Standley Pauline Edwards Marguerite Pendleton Dorothy Brooks Anna Mae Simpson Florence Monnet Eva Maloy Greta Mitchell BeEtte Clifton Wilma Wickizer Lucile Wickizer Gertrude Howe Gertrude Sidner Bertha Corbin Mary Spencer Catherine Herrington Pearl Herrington Forma Johnson Arline Johnson Tewell Risinger Melba Smith Hattie Poyntz Moomau Frances Vincent Gladys Helms Bertha Ramsey Mary Lee Monnet Alta Shannon Esther Orcndorf Olga Bobo Margaret Goodrich Erutor Class $rnpljrqi Now it came to pass that in the year 1925, Roy Holland, Governor of Oklahoma, signed a bill introduced by Representatives Bruce Kidd and Rus- sel Welch, providing for a meeting to be held in the Governor’s mansion to celebrate the tenth anniversary of that mighty class of 1915. Accordingly the various members were summoned, and on the appointed day they gathered in the large reception room of the governor’s home. Roll being called by Virgie Haswell and Lille Allen, it was discovered that all the members of the class were present with the exception of Chloe McEhlaney. Esther Monical, and Elva Jacobs. These excused themselves by a note which said that their presence was needed on the farm. Margaret Goodrich also sent a formal regret saying that she was campaign manager for Harry Ambrister. who was running for the office of state attorney, and he also could not be present. Roll call having been concluded, the program of the day was announced by Maud Acree and Maud McGuire. The first speaker was Dr. Cloe McGee, who gave a lecture on “How To Be Happy,’’ and was greatly applauded by Beulah Caldwell. Next came John Wynne, speaker of the House, who had for his theme one which had been given him by Ella Smalley, Gretta Cahall, and Kathryn Blackhart, “Should school ma’ams be required to give their ex- act age?” In the meantime it was discovered that Raymond Goodrich was con- spiring against the governor; so the court fool was called, and Bryan Griffin came in to take Raymond out and delivered him to deputy night watch. Bill Hcwe. Coleen Hullum declared herself bored and wanted to retire, but Olga Bobo said, “Wait, they’re going to have something to eat after a while.” Order being restored Wilma Wickizer gave a few hints on home and foreign missions in which she was upheld by Bertha Corbin and contradicted by Greta Mitchell. This was followed by a spirited debate with Nauvie Brown and DeEtte Clifton on the affirmative and Gladys Clardy and Janet Allan on the negative, the question was, “The styles of today are more attractive than those of 1915.” No decision was made, because William Schultze, one of the judges, did not know whom to vote for. Thus the day passed. Soon after the program was finished, the class was ushered into the large dining hall where a banquet was spread. Such a feast could only be planned and prepared by Sadye Hyde, Alice Flood, Percy Lee Welch and Lee Berry. The various courses were served under the super- vision of Eva Flood and Gladys Helms. Never, in the record of time, did faces show keener enjoyment than those of Senator Homer Helms, Leora Moffett. Maud Bohrer, Lora Trout, and Hester Williams. Between courses a beautiful solo was rendered by Lena Sadler with Naoma Capsha.v as her accompanist. When the last course had been partaken of, our class advisor. Miss Trevarthen, presided as toastmistress. Responses were given by George Abbott, Charles Young. Franz Blackert and Maud Proffitt. Then Marion Gooding, editor of the Daily Oklahoman, gave a short reminiscence of Our High School Days,” and when he finished every one was wrapped in thought for many a minute. Then with a “Long Live the Governor,” the meeting was ended- ALICE KLUGAS. M. 3 Sfifip1 guutinr Qllasfi pay 'Ultr Jffraitumg ’ iMatjr 20 dltr (Cast Fritz, the Chauffeur.......................................................Ed Smith Lieutenant Commander Whippei.................................................Raymond Goodrich Mr. Jeddrel Jenkins.....................................................Roy Holland Lord Sapnut............................................................Bruce Kidd Willie Jenkins...................................................................Jim Johnson Mrs. Jeddrel Jenkins. ............................................Margaret Goodrich Mary Jenkins..................................................................DeEtte Clifton Margery, “Fluffy Ruffles,” Child Widow.................................Alice Flood Isumijisis Act I—The Terrace of Hotel Neptune at Newport. The Ugly Dutchman is made a count. Act 2—Garden and grounds of Jeddrel Jenkins' home. What availeth a mother’s plans. Act 3—Library of Jenkins' Home. “As You Like It.” As the Trail goes to press work on the class play has begun. After much delibera- tion by the committee The Chauffeur” was chosen as the best vehicle for the talent in the class. The play is under the direction of Mr. Keith Miller of the State Univer- sity, whose talent as an actor and whose success as a director arc undisputed. With such talent as the class affords and under such efficient direction the class is sure that the play will be the best ever put on by students of Norman High School. (Hmnnu'urrnu'ut Itln'k iflait lb-21 Sunday—Baccalaureate Sermon: Rev. Dr. W. H. Urch. Tuesday—Junior-Senior Banquet. Wednesday—Class Day Exercises: Senior Class. Thursday—Senior Class Play: “The Chauffeur.” Friday—Commencement Exercises. Commencement Program High School Auditorium. Eight Fifteen. Orchestra Prelude...... Opening Prayer......... Salutatory.............. Valedictory............ Music................... Commencement Address.. Music................... Presentation of Diplomas . .. University Orchestra .....Dr. J. W. Scroggs ........Marion Goodirg ...........DeEtte Cliftcn ............Girls’ Chorus .....Pres. T. W. Butcher ............Girls’ Chorus Pres. Board of Education fT - . ; - illi} txprruuta' as a (6mnatt i nUitrr A French peasant, Rudolph James, found the following manuscript on the body of a German soldier: It was growing late and I lay there on the battlefield slightly wounded in the thigh. A Frenchman who lay quite near me began to survive from his unconsciousness. He proved to be a friend and agreed to assist me in escaping from the battlefield with him- self. We were behind the French army, therefore there was only one way for us to go—toward Paris—toward the Frenchman’s home. I was successful in finding a citizen’s suit of clothes—the clothes of Captain Kops, who had fallen in the battle that day—which I used in disguising myself. When I was searching the pockets for a probable morsel of food I found a small tin box which contained some directions which later proved to be very important. The directions were to the effect that there was something very mysteriously hidden in a secluded part of the country which was very near us. We were stimulated to make a desperate effort to escape from the great mass of fighting men and to find what this mystery, which was spoken of in the directions I found in the captain’s pocket, might be. This was for two reasons: first, we desired to possess wealth; secondly, we wanted to leave the army. We labored faithfully ? id at length reached the mystic. There was a small dilapidated log cabin which did not have any path leading up to it. According to the directions— which we had been compelled to follow very closely to find this place—we were to be prepared for a fierce combat when we entered the cabin. We shoved our way inside and found there a man who, from all indications had been dead for at least forty days. His right hand held a dagger which was thrust into his breast. We secured a lantern which we found—according to the directions—in one corner of the cabin. Then we removed some of the floor and found a hole which led to—we knew not where. We were soon crawling on all fours along a narrow tunnel. Finally we reached a place in it where it branched off. We turned down the entry which was the smaller and which we thought we could sec the end of. After going about thirty feet we reached the end of it. We found a box which at first sight appared to be filled with papers but after a closer search we found two large bags filled with gold and also a few rings and a necklace. This discovery made life an interesting reality to me—it gave me something to look forward to—it inspired me with the hope of hiring someone to finish my term and go home to sec my wife and child, whom I had left in a state of poverty and almost sick three months before. We placed the papers—which we thought might give us a clew to the mystery—in the box with the gold and started on again. When we reached the main tunnel we decided to follow it to its end for we were confident that it lead to the surface some- where near there. We were not long in reaching an opening. There we noticed a path which led away from the cave’s entrance. We found some notes which had be$n written recently, stating that everything in the ‘‘Daily Paris” which was issued January the twenty-third, nineteen and four, was—about himself. We searched through the articles and found under the head of Criminals” an article stating that Croly Kops, the brother of Captain Kops, the notorious murderer and robber of the famous Jenkcy home, had escaped from Paris with at least one hundred and fifty pounds of money. The paper stated further that the captor of the said Croly Kops would be awarded eight thousand dollars. Our curiosity was satisfied to some degree at least. We divided the money into two bags and each carried a bag. We started on our journey—a journey of seventy-five miles—just as the sun was setting. At the end of the fourth night we had traveled seventy of the miles and with anxious expectations of something good to cat and a comfortable place to rest we lay down in a somewhat secluded spot to sleep. —VIRGIL E. MILLER. i L 3 (CaUutitar nf N. ir. f . 1314-1015 September. 7— Labor (??) day. Tender reunion of teachers and students. Curiosity manifested over new faculty mem- bers. Mr. Edwards stands ap- proved. 8— General Assembly. Norman High School opens with no rules, no seats, no “nothing.” 14— Things get started, seniors have first class meeting. Elect officers for Trail, Roy, president. The class is willing to make public the fact that a play was planned to be given before Christmas. Miss Trcvarthen selected class parent. 16—General Assembly. Rev. Owenby extends a special invitation to H. S. students to come to church whether they need it or not. 18— Quiz in English Literature!!! Good night nurse.” 24— Miller, whose surname is Keith, is elected grand mogul” of the class play. 25— Purcell vs. Norman football, 63 to 3, no questions asked. October 2—Watonga vs. N. H. S., football. 36-0 ditto. Mr. Graddy is found embrac- ing the team. 6— Senior Class Meeting!!! Rampant riot rages—finally quelled by Pres. Miss Treverthen is still class par- ent. 7— General Assembly. Rev. Wickizer speaks on Monkcyism,” Juniors took their cue. 15— Pep” meeting for Chickasha game. “We should worry.” 16— Chickasha and Norman, to the tune of 34 to 0. 20—Mrs. Holmes returns. Woopee! Lis- ten! All who get C or F on their report cards will get to stay from 12 to 12:45, Room 12. Don’t miss it. (This is not a threat.) 21— General Assembly. Get our cards. 22— Mr. Holmes gives a ladies home journal” talk to flunkers, never again. 23— Meeting of Senior girls. Something started again. Seniors cstablishea another precedent. Halowe’en party at Eichhorns’en mosque. The Guth- rieites come and stand around while Norman runs up a score of 147—. State record. (State papers please copy.) 27— Seniors have class meeting in room 11, from 12-12:45. Mr. Holmes in charge. Juniors ( monkeyism”) Ditto party. 28— Dr. Scroggs lectuics in general as- sembly on the brain and Juniors take notice. Leo McMakin attempts to lecture. 30—Enid huskies meet our huskies, score 28-6. November 2— Senior Dancing Club meets for so- cial hour at McGuire’s. Taffy. 4— General Assembly. Class debating discussed fifth hour. Joe” and “Ed- die” urged to enter and save the reputation of their respective classes. 5— Vacation. “Old maid's convention” meets in Oklahoma City. Teachers attend en mass. 6— Vacation. N. H. S. vs. Cherokee. Woe is me alas, hoo hoo, 6-7, sad but true. 11—General Assembly. Prof.” Ed- wards, an eye witness, testifies about the Cherokee game. Inci- dentally mentions need of pep in N. V - 1 . !. tit i .'- - _,, H. S. The class meets. We decide to send our parents commencement invitations. Befitting our dignity the “Lamp of Wisdom” is chosen as a class pin. Every one satisfied. 12— Rally meeting at 2:45. Sure get- ting the pep. Shawnee coming with one hundred rooters. 13— Another “get together” meeting Shawnee vs. N. H. S., 13-13. Who believes in signs? 16— The juniors get to monkeying' again and decide to have a class play and beat the seniors to it. The date is set for the night before the Senior Play. Senior cast is chosen. 17— Juniors have indignation meeting. Mr. Holmes stops their play. Sen- iors first please. Juniors lament. No play, no banquet. 18— General Assembly. Mr. Meyer teaches us how to “yell.” Demon- strated. 23—All seniors sec about their credits. Seniors get in line—credits are checked. 25— General Assembly. Colorado ag- gies visit us and teach us new yells. They root for us and we root for them. 26— Holiday for Oklahoma and N. H. S. game. Thanksgiving? Yes—for some. 27— Holiday. All too sick to come to school. December. 2— General Assembly. Mr. Witcher urges all boys in the High School to be a scout.” Cards are out. A's in English. Rah! for teacher. 3— Senior girls working hard on their play “The Chaperone.” 4— Girls’ Glee Club is organized in or- der that Senior Girls can acquire a half credit if necessary. 10— Juniors mention play again. Miss Thacker chosen as director. 11— Half holiday. Teacher’s meeting at Lexington. 15— Juniors sell tickets for Senior Play. 16— General Assembly. Heroes receive N” for football. 18—Senior Play. A grand success, the opera house full. A great future predicted for some. 23—General Assembly. Rev. Guy tells how to keep Xmas holidays. All stand in receiving line instead of giving line. December 24 to January 3—Christmas Holidays. January. 4—Fun over. We return to our dear high school for the last time. 6—General Assembly. Mr. Edwards talks. Senior-Junior debate. Jun- iors advise Seniors to choose friends” as judges. We lose. 8—Freshman and Sophomore debate. Sophs have friends.” 13— Cram, Cram, Cram. 14- 15—Exams. Everybody looks wise in English. 18—New semesters. New teachers. 21— Mr. Holmes resigns and Mr. Ed- wards is new superintendent. Mr. Meyer principal. 22— Mr. Meyer compelled to get him a new hat since Thursday. 27—General Assembly. Junior debators greatly embarrassed when Mr. Standley presents them the silver loving cup. February 4— Seniors report that a good time was had by all. Mrs. Holmes resigns. 5— Y. M. C. A. put their lives in the hands of the Domestic Science girls at a banquet. The boys said they felt better next day. The debating club has an open meeting. 8—Mr. J. J. Miller appears to teach the Seniors English as she is spoke.” Miss Clifton feels a little stiff to- day. 1 © IS • 10—The Seniors show the undergrad- uates how things ought to be done —by taking charge of assembly ex- ercises. Everybody, even the Sen- iors, admit it was great, especially John Wynne's eulogy of Raymond. 12—The Seniors doll up and go down to Bryan Griffin’s to spend the even- ing. The boys furnish the eats and amusement. Who cares for rain? 15—Hurrah! at last the Seniors get their class pins. The first pictures for the annual are to be taken this week—the Seniors. Have you paid your class dues? Mr. Marion Good- ing, eso., addresses the class. 17—The Glee Club makes its appear- ance on the rostrum at assembly, but that is all the good it does. 19— Seniors show Noble and Canada how to play basket ball. 20— Domestic Science classes make their annual trip to the city. The girls report several “good looking” fel- lows at the Itcn Biscuit Co. Mr. Meyer accompanies them. 22—Washington was the father of his country, but Oklahoma doesn’t ap- preciate him. We attend classes as usual with the exception of a spe- cial assembly meeting at which Mr. Ambrister gives a talk. 25—Miss Trevarthen and Mr. Tague start to take the Civics and Com- mercial Geography classes to Okla- homa City. Miss T. and the classes arrive in the city safely minus Mr. Tague. He arrived later and de- voted his attention—to his students of course. 27—Basket Ball games postponed as usual. March 3—Junior Day in assembly. The Sen- iors “started something. The pro- gram was good. After a protracted meeting of the Senior girls in which some debating ability was shown it was decided by a large majority to wear “linen” dresses on Baccalaur- eat Sunday. Class dues are due. 5—The Juniors are busy practicing their play. Judging by sound it will be a great success. 12—It is. We consent to have a half holiday so that the County Teachers Association may use our H. S. 17—Mr. L. J. Edwards talks in general assembly about beautifying our school grounds. Y. W. C. A. is or- ganized by University Y. W. 19—Senior Class Meeting. This is only to remind you to pay your dues. In- cidentally we order our invitations. 23— A scarlet fever microbe was found artfully concealed near the fountain last Monday. After thorough fumi- gation no traces of the invader could be found. 24— General Assembly. Song, page 14. Announcements—all students who —etc., etc. Song, page 28. The National Emblem, by “Will.” That’s all. 26—School is dismissed at 3:45. 29— Special Assembly. Mr. N. H. Ed- wards, superintendent of Norman Public Schools makes the follow- ing announcement. “No April Fool.” 30— Clean up day. Some folks never miss an opportunity—others never see them. 31— Part of the Annual goes to press. April 1— Didn’t want to go any way. The Class play is chosen. 2— Positively your last chance to pay your class dues. The cast for the play is chosen. 3— Practice begins on class play. There is some murmuring heard. Naoma wanted to be in the cast. 7— General Assembly. We are promised a day for Picnic. 8— We have a “pressing engagement. 73 TRIM CAPSHAW, the coach of our high school team of 1914, did much in making the splendid record the past season. With new material and few old men, Capshaw shaped out a team of which our school is proud. Although Mr. Capshaw could not give his entire time to the team, on account of his position at halfback on the (). I . team, he gave the men such ef- ficient coaching that they were enabled to make a worthy record. TMEESssL it Left to right:—Edwards (Superintendent). D. Foster. Kidd. McCall. Gray. Capshaw (Coach; G. Abbott. Blacken. Davis. W. Abbott. Welch Thomas. Howard. J. Johnson (Captain), G. Johnson LEWIS McCALL 'Shorty. Junior. Shorty is an old man of Norman’s team, having played two years. On account of his heighth and playing qual- ities he made a strong man at his position of center. He was able to block many for- ward passes. He will be in school next year. BRUCE KIDD Senior. Played guard. This was his first and last year on the high school gridiren He held down the guard position very well for a first year man. ARLO DAVIS “Cyclone. Junior. He is the speedy full back of Norman High School. He is a good sprinter, punts well, a fast man with the ball and a swift and accurate passer. Davis is one of the best full-backs in the state and will prove valuable next year. DEWEY FOSTER ‘Dude.’’ Freshman. Foster is an all around man. He can punt, pass, and is a good line man. This is his first year and he will be a good man for N. H. S. in years to come. 76 I ‘AT. f WILLIAM HOWARD Chief. Freshman. Although a first year man he proved himself to be a strong player at half back. He is a good ground gainer and one of the best defensive play- ers on the team. GRAHAM JOHNSON Erili.” Senior. The star quarter back of Norman High School is one of the best men in the state for this position. There was no other competitor for the all-star quarter-back. It was unanimously given to him. ELMER WAILS (Sub.) Freshman. Elmer is one of Norman’s new men in football circles. He plays sev- eral positions equally well. Usually played in the line. Sickness caused him to be out of several games. He will show his abil- ity next year. JAMES JOHNSON Captain. Senior. James was a good end on both offense and defense. He was a sure candidate for all-state end. had it not been for injuries which kept him out of Norman’s two hardest games. 2ST. Eft 333 1 Q 1 S RUSSEL WELCH Substitute. Senior. Russel played in several positions. He was a good half- back, a sure tackier and a good ground gainer. He was also a good line man. This is his last year of high school football. DUVALL HARROLD, (Sub.) Duvall played his first year of football this year. He will be in High School one more year and will make Norman a good line man. JAMES GRAY Tubby.” Sophomore. Gray proved to be Norman’s star tackier. He was a new man but made good. He is the heaviest man on the team and on defense was a sure man. He has two more years to play and no doubt his career will be a brilliant one. FRANZ BLACKERT Senior. Franz played a good game at guard. He held the line well and blocked many of the opponents rushes. This is his first year on the team but he held his position in all games. t gc-'i WALLACE ABBOTT ‘Rabbit.” Sophomore. The fastest half-back in the state, is a second year man. and has a brilliant football career before him. He was picked as all-state half-back. EDGAR SKAGGS (Sub.) Sophomore. lie played a good game at end. Although he only played in the hard- est games, showed that he was able to hold his place and will be a strong man for end next year. GEORGE ABBOTT The star end of the team was an all- ’round man. A fast runner and good at nabbing” the passes. This is his third year and he was elected captain of next years squad. “ABNER FOSTER (Sub.) Junior. A good player and will be a strong contestant for quarter next year. He was disabled by a broken arm the larger part of the football season. NFv--Hr. i i m ’ K , _ -V. ;TT • J (Th? JonttraU i pai?mt The football season of 1914 was a very successful one for Norman High School in more than one way. Norman suffered only two defeats, tied one game and won six games. The players were mostly all new men which was a handicap to the team. Norman had the lightest team in the state but never- theless it was among the strongest. Norman’s chances of winning from Cher- okee were weakened by Captain Johnson injuring his foot in the Enid game and by the injuring of Roy Foster, who was to play end. With these draw- backs Norman went against Cherokee and had a hard-fought game with a dose score. The Athletic Association has been in debt for several years but it has been able to pay all the debts this year and to buy sweaters which were awarded to all the letter men on the team, numbering thirteen. Professor Edwards is a football enthusiast and did much in boosting the team and making the season a success. Following are the scores of Norman’s 1914 football seas Purcell High Echool 3 N. H. S. 63 Watonga High School 6 N. H. S. 35 Guthrie High School 6 N. H. S. 147 Enid High School 6 N. H. S. 23 Chickasha High School 0 N. H. s. 34 Cherokee High School 7 N. H. s. 6 Shawnee High School 13 N. H. s. 13 Oklahoma City High School 14 N. H. s. 0 Norman All-Stars 0 N. H. s. 20 Total Opponents 45 N. H. s. 255 £ Q 1 O First Row:—Cornelius. Oliphint. Sadler, Rcidcscl. Kidd. Miller. D. Foster, Blackcrt. Howe. Welch, Second Row:—J. Johnson. W. Abbott. Smith. Chancellor. Gray. Stellc. Pinnick, Berry. Davis. Endicott. Third Row:—Howard. Morrison, G. Abbott, R. Foster; Tennis Men:—Monnct, G. Johnson. McMillan. Hogan—Phillips. Vincent. iHaslu't Hall There has been more enthusiasm this year over basketball than ever Each class has a team and they play from six to ten men on the regular team, who change about in the games. The games are held in the gymnasium of the University and are watched with much enthusiasm and class spirit by the spectators. The armory was procured the first of the season and goals were set up and each team was given efficient coaching by Mr. Parsons of the Uni- versity. At the time we go to press the standing of the teams are not decided definitely, but the Sophomores are now in the lead with the Seniors following close and the Juniors next with the Freshmen last. (Track anil ufcmtts The annual will go to press before the results of the field meet are kno wn. But from the material shown by the men trying out for track, Norman has a good chance for the cup. Norman was in third place last year and most of the same men who were on the team last year will be on it this year. There were about twenty-five men tried out the first of the season. Norman’s tennis team will show that we have an extra class of tennis players. (Utr Jftrlii iHcrt The Oklahoma interscholastic field meet is held annually in Norman, un- der the auspices of the State University. Representatives from all over the state participate for high school records. The meet has been growing in the last few years so that the schools had to be divided into two classes. The meets are held about the last three days in April. The first morning is de- voted to Tennis and Baseball, while the finals in tennis and baseball are held the second day, with the track events on the evening of the second day and on the third day. The track contests are always very well attended and thousands of spec- tators swarm in Norman on the days of the events. There is hardly standing room around Boyd Field and the events are watched with much enthusiasm. The number of entries have been growing in the last few years so that there is scarcely room on Boyd Field for the numbers of contestants. (Continued on Page 92) 82 r [• Vj ft ;• . u u ' • •■- |tj Jlutrr-CClaiui Slaskrt Skill (Trama SENIORS Young. J. Johnson. C. Johnson G. Abbott. Smith. Kidd. Welch. Captain. J ‘ 1 1 .2% f I JUNIORS Blackert. Vincent. Sheldon Davis .Captain; Wickizer. R. Foster. Howarth SOPHOMORES McMillan. Gibson. Chancellor W. Abbott, Captain: Morris. Incc. Starkey FRESHMEN Martin. Franning. Brown Tucker. Sadler. D. Foster. Wails, Captain 83 H. Sr “7 t- © i “Tickle” Shead “Silly” Berry Yell Leaders Louis Lindsay, Mascot XI We, the Trail Staff, most sincerely thank the business men for contributing to our Annual by giving us their advertising. We wish to thank the Western Bank Supply Go., and the Standard Engraving Go. for their prompt and careful service. ahr (Trail taff of 1015 All our knowledge is ourselves to know.—Froma Johnson. He who steals my purse steals trash.—Harry Phillips. Honor and shame from no condition rise.—Shorty McCall. c. A. sc II w KIN i.i : Bili A. K. MONRONEY •Doc DOG BILL THE HOUSE FURNISHERS 8-10 GRAND AVENUE OKLAHOMA CITY A Dependable Store— For seventeen years the B. M. has enjoyed the reputation of being absolutely square and of being the value store of Oklahoma. Wc shall always endeavor to maintain this reputation. Whatever we tell you a gar- ment contains, we guarantee the assertion to be truthful to the letter. You run no risk in trading here. We carry a full stock of Stein-Bloch and Society Brand Clothes Knox, Stetson and Trimble Hats Nettleton Shoes—Interwoven Hose It is easy enough to be pleasant.—Nauvie Brown. Those can conquer who think they can.—Professor Edwards. RIGHT!! We are at the Head of the Clans The Jones-Helton Store and Jones-Helton Clothing have quickly taken their place at the head of the class in the business of clothing Young Men. When in Oklahoma City, come in and look over the new Spring attire which we have assembled here. Our stock is large. Distinctive in detail, in finish and appearance. You will find a choice selection and there is “one” suit here that will just exactly suit “you.” You can always find good clothing at this store at reasonable prices. Come in today and let us prove this to you. Jones-Helton Co. CLOTHING FOR MEN —118 WEST MAIN— Oklahoma City. Okla. The First National Bank Capital - - $50,000 Surplus - - $20,000 of Norman, Oklahoma The empty vessel giveth a greater sound than the full barrel.—Vowell. A little learning is a dangerous thing.—Ralph Vincent. The Smoker For all First Class Cigars and Tobacco Excellent Service 127 Hast Main Norman, Oklahoma At Van’s Cigar Store Fountain You will Find the Hest Sodas - - 5c Limeade - 5c Lemonade 5c Adjoining Lyric Theatre Oklahoma City We Tailor For Those Who Care! Phone 448 NORMAN. OKLAHOMA The New York Tailoring Company Reasoning at every step he treads.—Willard Wickizer. He was as idle as a three near old baby.—Dewey Foster. For First Class Work go to Smythe’s Studio The Leading Photographer One Block North Farmers National Bank Norman, Oklahoma Berry’s The Home of Hart, Schaffner and Marx Clothing Exclusive Styles and Patterns in Dress Goods La P rance Fine Shoes for Women Walk-Over Fine Shoes for Men Buster Brown Fine Shoes for Children Warner Corsets and other Accessories in keeping with above High Grade Lines R. C. Berry To be loyal is a trait of true nobility.—Slick Hyde. Hannonn and discord.—Glee Club. The Royal Tailors CHICAGO — NEW YORK We Want to Make You a New Suit 2,500 Woolens to Select from—Prices as Low as $10.00 Make your Selection Today YOUNG BROS., Tailors Jas. D. Maguire Everything in Hardware IS Established 1889 Smart Ideas for the Well Dressed Young Man c ) Mkns , lV.SHK. S f .Cotco � B hx� n Vi? Oklahoma City THE Norman Transcript Daily and Weekly ® Oldest Newspaper in Cleveland County, with Largest Circulation Job Office in Connection Printers for Particular People Only Daily in Norman J. J. BURKE, Editor and Owner He's a devil among the ladies.—Hogan. Each morning sees some task begun.—Claud Monnett. (Iltp Sm'lit fHiu't (Continued from Page S2) Every year there is an all-around medal awarded to the one having the highest number of points. Those who have won all-round medals are: 1905, Acton, Logan County: 1907, Davenport, U. P. S.; 1908, Davenport, U. P. S.; 1909, Weifel. U. P. S.; 1911, Nielson, Ardmore, Class B, Galloway, Hobart: 1914, Class A, Campbell, Cherokee, Class B, Edwards, Marshal. Last year Enid won the state championship in baseball and Oklahoma City won the singles and doubles in tennis. Narnra uf “(Our Jfnrntrr Datjs” (Continued from Page 60) 1. Sadye Hyde 2. Maud Acrec 3. Ella Smalley 4. Ruth Bible 5. Sammy McCall 6. Gladys Clardy 7. Marion Gooding 8. Margaret Goodrich 9. Shorty McCall 10. Russel Welch 11. Hester Williams 12. Bertha Corbin 13. Olga Bobo 14. Leora Moffet 15. Gretta Cahall 16. Virgie Haswell 18. Graham Johnson 17. Janet Allan 19. Bill Howe 20. Homer Helms 21. Wilma Wickizer. 22. Harry Ambrister TUE ONLY MANUFACTURING JEWELERS IN THE STATE We are Headquarters for Class Pins, Rings, Fraternity and Sorority Pins Our thirty-five years of practical experience in the making of Em- blem Jewelry is back of all our goods and we guarantee same to be as represented or money refunded. Equipped with the most modern facil- ites, skilled workmen, etc., we are enabled to produce Emblems with originality, and character, giving that attention to detail, perfection and promptness of execution that assures customers of the best work at mod- erate prices. By dealing direct with the MANUFACTURER you are saving the “Middleman’s” profit. “Patronize Home Industry.” LETZEISER COMPANY OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. 128 1-2 W. SECOND ST. PHONE WAL. 5932 NOTICE:—Class of 1916, see us before placing your order elsewhere. Were I so tall to reach the poll.—Miss Clifton. Oh deep, it is the gentle thing.—John Wynne. The Track that Runs Straight Through to the Ports of Independence, Competency, Success Draughon’s Practical Business College Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Has taken thousands of High School Students on Vacation Trips, during the summer months, to permanent, good-paying, pleasant employment, where an ever-present opportunity for advancement is a constant stimulus to the highest, truest, best endeavor. High School Students in Demand as Bookkeepers. Stenographers, Cashiers, Department Clerks, Department Heads and other positions under Civil Service, as well as in Business. These positions pay salaries ranging from $75 to $150 per month and chances of promotions to as high as $10,000.00 per annum. Our Special Courses designed and arranged to meet the requirements of High School Students enable them to successfully pass Civil Service examinations after eight to ten weeks’ study, and secure appointments without delay. Greatest Business Revival in History Now beginning. The thousands of positions vacated last year, besides the vast number of new positions created by increased business activity and the number- less new departments made necessary to take care of the added volume of busi- ness,—all must have young men and women from the HIGH SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES to supply them as Secretaries, Superintendents. Assistant Superin- tendents, Business Managers, Department Heads, etc., but Some Special Training is Necessary We have it—adapted to your individual needs, your special requirements—just WHAT you need: NO MORE, NO LESS. FULL PARTICULARS AND INFORMATION FREE Address T. M. Flanary, Pres. Draughon’s Business College Oklahoma City, Oklahoma The world is all a passing show.—Margaret Goodrich. Fools make feasts; wise men eat them.—Russel Welch. Let none presume to wear an undeserved dignity—Edna Rcssent. Tis hard to .smile when one would weep.—Hattie Britt. “Hardware that wears well” Hullum Taylor Minteer Co. Vincent Weir Real Estate City Loans, Farm Loans and Insurance The Red Elevator Coal and Grain S. G. AMBRISTER, Proprietor PHONE 199 Dinnerware : Silverware : Cut Glass Baseball and Tennis Supplies Mail Orders Tilled Promptly Delivery Prepaid W. J. PETTEE CO. The hardware Store OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. Be glad and your friends are many.—Florence Mon net. The fairest of all fairies.—Frances Buchanan. Oh! if I were only in High School.—Agatha Burke. Scorn no man's love.—Mary Spencer. Dr. H. G. GOODRICH Norman State Bank DENTISTRY OPTOMETRY GENERAL BANKING PHONE 540 JOHN W. BARBOUR, Pres. E. K. HIMES, Cashier NORMAN, OKLAHOMA Deposits Guaranteed A Little Nonsense Now and Then, is Relished by the Best of Men” NOT ONLY NONSENSE BUT BEAL Recreation, Education and Enjoyment May be gained from the Motion Pictures You owe yourself a certain amount of PLEASURE and PASTIME Each Week WE SUBMIT: What is more enjoyable, cleaner, more educational and cheaper than Motion Pictures? The University Theatre A lamp post in the hand is worth two in the next block.—J. Johnson. If we ever have eons ice hope then won't have red nicknames.—Goodrich, Harris and McDaniel. The Green Fro£ Confectionery See us Before Placing Your Order for Milk Shakes, Black Walnut Taffy Fancy Candies, Fruits, and Drinks of all Kinds ED. MARTIN, Proprietor 1 Why We Advertise in the Trail First, because we believe in supporting Nor- man High School enterprises. Second, because the quality of our Barber Work backs our advertising. Pains-taking Barbers. Com- plete Equipment. Reasonable Prices. When You Think of Barber Shops, Think of CIGARS The City Barber Shop IRA WHEELER, Prop. TOBACCO FIRST DOOR WEST OF BARBOUR’S DRUG STORE A little nonsense non: and then is relished by the wisest men.—Foster. Praise underserved is satire in disguise.—Jimmie Stanley. Hardware and Stoves The Pickard Company Real Estate and Loans Cutlery, Kdge Tools, Screen Wire and Poultry Wire A Fancy Line of Groceries JOSEPH NELSON Norman, Okla. SOON! You will be in the University Then You Will Buy Books, Stationery, Athletic Goods, Drawing Mater- ials, Candy, Cigars, Drinks and Every- thing Else at Norman Steam Laundry Arthur Williams, Mgr. 121 E. GRAY ST. PHONE 71 The Varsity Shop Norman, Okla. Sweet are the uses of adversity.—President Holland. Evil is wrought by want of thought.—Sammy McCall. Bottled Up I------------------------------ I “A foolish old fellow named Cottle, Once blew ’till he ruined his throttle; He tried half the night To blow out the light, But the durn thing was fixed in a bottle” Evidently this sonnet refers to an Electric Lamp—which is not only “in a bottle” but is corked up and sealed besides. A Eight that is securely bottled has many advantages over the open flume, don't you think?— STEADY, SAFE, SANITARY — and then some NORMAN MiHin£ Grain Company Phone 33 iminsiiiniiisiiiHiiiiiiiiiBiiiiiiiniiiRiiiiwiiDiiiiiiiiuuiiiiuiiniiiBiiHiiiiifliiiiniiinimiiiiiiiiiiimi Heaven is not reached by a single bound.—Cottie Britt It is more blessed to receive than to (jive.—Bill Howe. Yoxay Pubi i e 2Ni:i on pep resents your Insti tution to the outside 'X'orM-you cnwoi effopd w to spoil it with poorly engraved M f pi-cstes Our Cuts, ire yoar� Publi - “ cs-tiore. represent us to VM7 ' 2M net the- Oi As cte vvor ct- ■Mm, we c xn't «• ffoncT tomsKi’ ,pdv 1 n 3 'TAXDARD IjXGP WING Company OKLAHOMA. Were I a fairy I would give thee a kiss.—Esther Monical. To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.—Beulah Caldwell. Absence makes the heart grow fonder.—Fatty Johnson. Oh! for more Spearmint.—Janet Allan. Shear’s Bros. Eat Place For Quality The Student’s Friend The Coziest Place on the Santa Fe Lee’s Place Confectionery Chili, Lunches Cold Drinks, Ice Cream Candies, Fruits Cigars, Tobacco and Post Cards In fact, everything in the Confectioner’s Line 113 East Main Street first Door West of Tubb’s The Spot Cash Grocery Staple and Fancy Groceries Feed, Flour, Field Seeds Country Produce Bought and Sold PHONE 192 W. S. FLEMING, Prop. Norman, Okla. SHOES For the Niftiest and Latest Styles in all kinds of Foot- wear, please call and ex- amine the famous SELZ line at B. F. MYERS We carry the most com- plete line of low-quarter shoes in the city Selz Royal Blue Store The onLy EXCLUSIVE Shoe Store in the City 230 1«. MAIN ST. NORMAN, OKLA. If I ivere only single—Mr. Miller. All the world loves a lover.—“Hicicle' Shead. The Senior Special Special Prices to all Graduates on any of our all wool Tailored-to-Measure Suits We Guarantee Perfect Fit and Satisfaction at Osterhaus Sons TAILORS—CLEANERS—DYERS First National Rank Bldg. Call Phone 149 and we will call with complete line of samples from $10 and up You will find the best Lunches, Drinks, Cigars and Tobacco at the Uni Confectionery Gome in. We can fix you up in the “Coke,, line. We want the trade of every student in N. 11. S. except freshman girls— and we want a PART OF THAT “COON” LINDSAY, Prop. Eat, Drink and be Merry Ever11 Act brings its own reward.—Hattie Moomau. None but the brave deserves the fair.—Claud Oliphint. WELL BOYS, I am always here when it comes to helping out N. H. S. (jive me your barber work. Satisfaction Guaran- teed or WHISKERS REFUNDED. Sooner Barber Shop R. L. RISINCER, Prop. Meyer, Meyer Morris Everything in Furniture Fine Picture Framing a Specialty- Let us Frame your Diploma Quality First Norman, Okla. Hast Main Hope is a lover’s staff.—Marguerite Pendleton. The end must justify the means.—Carl Jackson. The Farmers National Bank Norman, Okla. Oklahoma’s Most Popular Young Men’s Clothing Shop Solicits the patronage of every student in the state—strictly on the merits of our merchandise. This Live Store is the Home of KUPPENHEIMER AND THE L SYSTEM good clothes for young men. Call in and let’s get acquainted. Oklahoma City, Okla. Notice! Our jitneys can dodge the kids and vehicles but keep your dog out of the road or he will be run over. Ride the jitney when you want a short trip. When you want to make a journey take the service car for 25c. Baggage delivered. Mclntire Transfer Co. What the Kodak Does No vacation is complete without a Kodak. By taking pictures on your trip you can pre- serve it almost indefinitely. Even a turn through the country in a motor is made more interesting by a Kodak. The outing or the picnic will be more fun—with a Kodak along. Arc there children in your family? The magic of the Kodak will make their lives more gay and their laughter more spontaneous. Besides later on. when silver threads are among the gold, you will want pictures of your children as they are now. At $$. $6.50. $7.50. $10. $12.50 and $25 there are practical and very efficient machines. Light, compact and simple in operation. The Talk of Town and Country Our Kodak friends arc telling their friends about the wonderful developing and printing we are doing. Better pictures—they are better be- cause we do our part, that is. we cooperate with you by turning out carefully and artistically done work. Send in your negatives by mail. All re- turning shipments are prepaid. Westfall Drug Co. OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA. Strength of mind is exercise, not rest.—Bradford Risinger. Beauty is truth, truth beauty.—Olya Bobo. Jack Bowers Tailoring Cleaning and Pressing PHONE 305 NORMAN, OKLA. R. L. MOFFETT NEW AND SECOND HAND GOODS Bicycle and Base Ball Goods Phone 293 221 EAST MAIN ST. NORMAN, OKLA. Habit is ten times nature.—Finuff Hicks. Temperance and labor are the two best physicians of men.—Scivey Davis. knight Beck a (3 A Store Close to the Hearts of Discerning Young Men It is a singular fact that, in every community, the store where Hart, Schaffner Marx clothes are sold is the store most frequented by Young men. At this store, in Oklahoma City, we not only have provided Hart. Schaffner Marx’s com- plete range of young men’s models in a multitude of gingery new patterns and weaves, but we take special pains to see that our young men friends are pleased and satisfied. College and High School men by the score are numbered among our stead- fast customers. The variety is here—nothing better or greater anywhere. Oklahoma City Headquarters for Hart. Shajfner Marx 107 IVest Main Street Hart Schaffner .Marx AT JACKSON’S You will find Furniture for The Student : The Office The Home A drop of ink may make a million think.—Bryan Griffin. All great men are dead.—Olga Hobo. Nationally Advertised Merchandise A Manufacturer who puts his name on the goods he sells gives you better goods for your money than one who does not. Every worthy manufacturer is ptoud of his name and proud of the goods he makes. He wants to keep both up to the highest standard. That is the reason we sell goods that are nationally advertised. Look over the following lfst and see how many you know. Wooltex and Printzness ladies suits and coats. Munsing underwear. Phoenix and Black Cat hosiery. Just- rite and Gossard Corsets. Fisk Millinery. Colgate Toilet Articles. Hudnetts toilet articles. Burton’s Wash Fabrics. B. A. Silks. Rices Sewing Silks. Royal Society Embroidery packages and threads. Wil- son Bros., men’s furnishings. Surburba cravats. Holeproof Hose. Stetson hats. B. V. D. Underwear. Forbush men’s shoes. Fox and Lunn Sweets ladies shoes. Come let us show you what excellent merchandise we sell. The S. K. McCall Company Norman’s Greatest Store. Bound to rise.—Ralph Engleman. Behavior is a mirror in which one shows his image.—Riedesel. The Charles II. Elliott Company The Largest College Engraving House in the World Commencement Invitations, ( lass Day Programs, ( lass Pins Fraternity and Class Inserts for Annuals Fraternity and Class Stationery Dance Programs and Invitations Menus Leather Dance Cases and Covers Wedding Invitations and Calling Cards WORKS—17th Street and Lehigh Ave.—PHILADELPHIA. PA. All wickedness is weakness.—Bill Schulze. Better late than never.—Chester Morrison. Lee-Huckins Hotel OKLAHOMA CITY 450 fire-Proof Rooms Two Cafes---Sensible Prices When you want something good to eat order it from Bowling’s Cash Grocery Phone 386 Prompt Delivery Courteous Treatment and Clean Groceries for Those Who Care X7 HEN returning to School this Fall, don’t forget to Gents Furnishings line up with our new store. Exclusive With new, nifty suits, shoes, QUALITY IS MY MOTTO hats, caps and all kinds of fur- nishings for young men, we You will find that 1 always carry will be prepared so serve you the best line in with all the new things 1 hits, Caps in men s apparel. Shirts, Collars 0 Neckwear Hose Underwear Moomau Clothing R. F. WHITWELL Company “Everything in Furnishings” Nature is stronger than education.—Moses Endicott. A laugh is worth a hundred groans.—Alice Klugas. GAIN we wish to tell you of how we appreciate your business and shall always endeavor to give you best goods at the best possible price. Yours in appreciation, HARBOUR’S DRUG AND BOOK STORE A coward never forgave. It is not his nature.—Charles Young. Give thy thought no tongue.—Mr. Meyer. J. (I. LINDSAY, President E. R. CHASTAIN, Sec. and Trcas. Norman Oil Mill Co. Norman, Oklahoma When I consider life, ’tis all a cheat.—W. Berry. Fame comes only when deserved.—Lela Berry. Barber Shop De Luxe We are graduates in the art of barber work Your patronage solicited Joe Vincent, Prop. INSURANCE Fire, Tornado, Life and Surety Bonds — 1 have the best a. McDaniel Established in 1891 Leader in Low Prices H. W. Stubbeman Wholesale and Retail Dealer in HARNESS AND SADDLES NORMAN, OKLAHOMA W. M. NEWELL LAWYER Over First National Bank NORMAN, OKLAHOMA Nolan and Martin have the best line of Oil Cook Stoves, Gasoline Ranges, Re- frigerators and Ice Cream Freezers in the City Don't fail to see us Nolan and Martin H. P. ALDEN JEWELER AND OPTICIAN Only Exclusive Jewelry Store in Norman Newby Garage AGENTS FOR Ford and Studebaker Cars EXPERT MACHINIST PHONE 267 230 E. MAIN ST. R. D. Lindsay DRUGS Fear is the graveyard of prosperity.—Coleen Hullum. Dullness is ever apt to magnify.—Prof. Tague. Norman Steam Bakery A. h. McCall 0. McCall Successor to Peerless Bakery S. H. McCall S. h. McCall and Sons Bakers of Cream Bread GROCERIES Home Made Butter Krum 207 East Main Street Phone 289 225 East Main St. Phone 289 Men’s Clothing Ladies’ Ready-to-Wear RUCKER’S Ladies’ and Men’s Furnishings Shoes Hats Wit is the lever of laughter.—Naoma Capshaio. He that loses by getting had better lose than get.—Virgie Haswell. Norman’s Leading Confectionery DEPOSITS GUARANTEED THE SECURITY STATE BANK Cold Drinks, Candies Cigars and Tobacco CAPITAL $30,000.00 A. T. SHEAD, Proprietor NORMAN, OKLAHOMA THE DEMOCRAT TOPIC Mrs. Lizzie Smith MILLINER is prepared to do your your printing Norman, Oklahoma Heighth of ridicule.—Prof. Meyer. pUDDUEDt !■«■■■■■■ ■� � W«irafc)MU MM WMWMMMMSSEGOBBi a ustauac aasuasL® SBnuaDaaaUEaQnOHnGDDaunDSBaUQGGGn suK aua gja: suasm am aLaaugJKJ si gBPBBKBBBBBi agjatuaaaa jgjua MKBBM The Oklahoma Annual Nouse The Oklahoma House ABLE, efficient and reliable, we appeal to the schools of Ok- lahoma for consider- ation of our desire to print and bind every Annual published within the State. Our plant is modern in every respect and is manned by men who have shown particular ability each in his own special line of work. Consequently our highly specialized organi- zation is efficient to an enviable degree, and we thoroughly understand our work. The accessibility of our plant in Oklahoma City is a great ad- vantage to the staff of an Annual in the saving of time and in the getting of satisfac- tion relative to the progress of the work. And don’t over- look the saving in freight and express. We want an oppor- tunity to convince you by showing what we have al- ready accomplished. s | OKL h6m ' crrv.us.A Kiras ra na a aera To know, to esteem, to love.—Edith Criswell. The Empire An Exclusive Billiard Parlor for Young Men 124-126 W. Main Oklahoma City Cut Flowers Jasper Sipes Co. For Dainty Corsages Beautiful Cut Flowers in all the new ar- rangements School and Church FURNITURE School Supplies Opera Chairs Come to our Store Heating and Ventilating Everything for the School” Furrow Company • Oklahoma City, Okla. 120 West Main Phones W. 218-219 Oklahoma City I wish I had taken my picture.—Alice Flood. Oh! I am glad this is the end.—Marion Gooding. The Leading Store in Clothes for Young Men It’s a good deal of an achievement to gain the dominant place in the favor of young men in the matter of good clothes. We’ve done it. This store is the recognized headquarters for young men who want the smart styles. There’s a youthful spirit and vitality in the goods; there’s a young spirit of service and we’re satisfying the tastes of these young fellows in a very definite way. Norman High School men and other young men, the smartly dressed, quick, snappy fel- lows who want best fashions; this is their store. Young Men's Suits from $15 to $30 THE STORE AHEAD” The Hub H. I.cwinsohn Son OKLAHOMA CITY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE ‘ Receipts. TRAIL.” From ads $265.00 From sale of Trail” 150.00 From Classes 112.00 From Organizations 101.50 From Class Plays 25.00 Total Expenditures. $663.50 For Printing Trail” $420.00 For Engravings 143.50 Incidentals 60.00 Total $628.50 The above is an estimated statement, April 8, 1915. HARRY AMBRISTER, Business Manager. JIM JOHNSON. Asst. Business Manager. Oppressed with grief, oppressed with care.—Harry Ambrister. Printed and Hound by The Western Hank Supply Company Oklahoma City. Okla.