Osceola High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Osceola, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 54 of the 1913 volume:

THE MONITOR Published by the Senior Class of the Osceola High School Nineteen Hundred and Thirteen Volume Four DEMOCRAT PRINT, OSCEOLA, NEBRASKA. (Eo litvo. liloovc in x rttvfnl vtftognition of hex contiuucb tufexreat oufc iit- yix intx influence this attouttoxr of 1913 ie X'eoyectfttUii freMccttefr £he MAURI NE WALRATH, VERA PETERSON, ) MARION GILLESPIE, j JAY BUCHTA, HARRY PIKE, MYRTLE DOLAN, CARLTON MONSON, FLORENCE MILLER, ORION JERNER, ESTHER CAMPBELL, HELEN CROW, VEDA SMITH, FREDA MONSON, m itff Editor-ia-Chief Ass’t. Editors Business Manager Ass’t Business Manager Literary Editor Art Editor Alumni Editor Athletics Editor Class ’13 “ ’14 “ ’15 - “ ’16 of (Bbncrttton 0. E. MICKEY. PRESIDENT F. H. BALL, SECRETARY S. W. GUSHEE A. F. NUQUIST JOHN FILLMAN AUGUST ANDERSON 4?rtcnltit ©Jtc of tltc 05obo ' Great. Father Zeus, ruler of Heaven and Earth, we beseech you all powerful Father, to send us a Faculty, such as has never been known; whose strength of will and whose ability shall never be surpassed, to whose care wre may unhesitatingly send our children. Grant us this, O Zeus, and ever shall our altars be resplendent with gifts and your temples rich with tress ure.’”. So prayed the wise men of Osceola, w � o form the Board of Education and omnipotent Zeus smiled upon his children, and calling to him his trusty messenger, Mercury, he bade him seek far and wide fer those worthy to fill the mission. Co Mercury strapped on his winged sandals and flew quickly thru the blue heavens. “I must see this city of Oseecla to better judge its r.eods,” he said to himself. Arriving iin' the city he found a gentleman in whom he quickly rooegnioed the ability tc- take charge of the schools. He found him none other than C. B. Moore, who for the post three years had worked so faithfully and with such great success as superintendent. “Keep on with your woik,1 ’ Mercury said to him, “It is the) will of Father Zeus, who is well plorscd v ith your o'fort a Supt. c. B. Moore. thus far.'’ Prom Osceola, Mercury directed his course southward, and at length he spied the grey towers of Peru. At the portal stood . mighty hero. As a graduate from Peru Normal lie was ably equipped for a teacher of science. He had become known, also, thru his athletic work. “Truly, I must have this man on my corps,”’ thc-t Mercury, and hastened to deliver b's message. Someone among a crowd of students suggested “Nine rails for Stoddard ’ and it was given with a vim, for all were glad to- see .their comrade given the honorable position of principal of the O. H. S. (i. K. Stoili.-i: (1 Again the messenger of glad tidings went sailing thru the blue sky. At Cambridge he found the lady so renowned for her good nature and smile. Come, lovely Emma,’ ho whispered geiatly. “So successful has been yc-ur past career that Father Zeus wishes you to come to Osceola, and take up yenr work ara an English and History Instructor.” So Miss Snider hastened thither, and all the students rejoiced when she helped them thru the Revolutionary War or Shakespeare's tragedies. Emilia Snider “Now,1’’ said Mercury, “we must have some one to torch mathematics.” All went well for lie socn found Mrs. Centner who was a grad-ua y of Columbia University. Moreover she had taught mathematics in other schools and was thoroughly capable of taking charge cf this department at Osceola. Lydia It. Gcnt-.icr Now Mercury, wern out by this leng jcurr.;y begins his homc-' ttard flight. Paur.ir.g to rest f:r a moment near the wooded batiks of •he Platte, r.cr.r the little village of Plattsmcuth he heard a wondrous voica eXigirg. Upon inquiry he learned that Miss Falter could also help pupils across “pona asinorunf'' or teach them “Deutsch zu sprechrn.” So when he secured t is instructor Mercury's task was ended, amd thus Zeus graciously answered the petition of the Board of Education. Jay Buchta, 'Swift,” Class President, '11 and ''13; Manager Monitor, ’13. German Play,'13. X. Y. Z. ‘12, Debating ’13. “But now you have state the whole of your case, More debate is simply absurd.’” Slow and easy, but he gets there just the same. Slang: Oh------------’’ Chief Characteristic: Blushing. Bernice Brown, Scholarship. By diligence she wins her way.” A quiet, well meaning, unobtrusive person. Nothing but goodness can be said about her. Slang: Oh, goodness.” Chief Characteristic: Stud'ousness. Mattie Miller, Claes Editor Monitor, ‘12, Chcrus, H. S. Play, ’12. Tis wrong to let a jest go by.” A joy to all who know her. Slang: Ach, Himmel.” Chief Characteristic: Funniness. Vera Petersen, Cl'.c:us, pianist cf H. L. S., ’10, Orchestra, ’12, Clara President, ’10. “A rcco, set with wilful little Ihcrr.s.’ Intended Vocation: Primary teacher. Slang: “Fcr John’s snk?. Chief characteristic: Yawning. Lecn Merrick, “High,” Has: ball, ’12 o:id ’13, Basketball, ’13. “A lion among ladies is a dreadful thi::g ;o see.” Slang: “Shucks. ’ Chief charade riotic: Sleeping. Florence Miller, ChcwuS, Alumni Repciter, 13, H. S. Play, ’12. ‘My heart is ever at your service,” Restless and buoyant as a bird. Slang: “Oh, fiddle.1’ Chief character is lie: Arguing. Vida Reclame yor, Chorus, German Play, ’13, Brjsktb: 11,113. “When, o. girl 5o -in earnest and knows what she is about her work 13 half done.” She needs no recommruUit ion. Slang:: “Be careful, or I'll swear.' ’ Chief charac’eristic: Gio sprlcht Bculsch 3ii r gelc.uf.g. Francis Snider, “Sprimk,” Football Ma .r ger, 113, Rend. Base Ball Manager, ’13, Basketball ’13, Orcbertia, Class Pres. ’10. “What shall I do to be known forever J’ A pretty boy, with a red tie. Slang: “Oh, Heck.’’ Chief characteristic Writing letters to Beatrice. Maurino Walrath, “G f-. V Editor-ii:- 1 sief Of Monitor, ’13, Ae-ociate Editor, ’12, Debatirg, 113, H. S. Play, ’12, German P.ey-113, Chorus, Basketball, ’13, X. V. Z. “SI:o was rather diminutive altogether, so much the more prccicu j ’ Slang: “Fudge.” Chief characteristic: Grinning. “Pretty,’ H. S. Play, ’12, Declamation ’13. Ruth Men'cl:, Chorus. •‘A me t ry heart mak.th a cheerful ccur.lcr.rnce.' ’ Supremely, let us not say su e: Hourly tall. Clrr.g: “Per A:t’3 cake. ' Chief character ic‘ic: Stylo of hair dressing. Mrrlo Hill, “Mat,” Baseball, ‘12 and ’13, Chorus, Orchestra, D-cclcmat'cn, ’13, Eand. “A man, not of words, but cf actions.’ Jelly good fellow who makes friends wherever he gees. Slang “Oh thunder!’ Chief characteristic: Love for birdies. Myitie Dolan, basketball, ’13, Debating, 13, Declamation Chorus, H. S. Play, 12, Class President, 12, Literary Editor, 13. “A heart to resolve, a Lead to contrive, and a hard to execute. Slang: “Gee. Chief characteristic: Going to baseball gables. Esther Campbell, German Play, '13, Debating, '13, Senior Editor, ’ 13. Basket ball ’13. “She looks so meek and is not meek at all.” The melancholy days may be at hand but how is one ever to discover them. Slang: “New, Cutie.” Chief characteristic: Wearing a red tie. Orion Jcrrer, Football, '13, Baseball, 12 ar..d ’13, German Play, ’13, Chorus, Band, Declamation. Athle.ic Editor Monitor. “Let the wcrld slide, let the world go, Sure care is an enemy to life Liked by everyone, especially by the girls. Slang: “Oh! deer.” Chief Caracteristic- Making up. Marion Gillecpie, “Mary Jane II. S. Play, '12, Chorus, Associate Editor Monitor, 13, Class Secretary, ’12, Declamation, Basketball, ’13. “Had sighed to many, tho she loved but one.1” Known well by a few. Slang: “Now don't. Out it out. ' Chief characteristic: Teasing Mut. Hattie Hcnnell. “Her voice wao soft and gentle; a thing greatly to be admired in woman.’' Never conspicuous in school life but always liked where known. Slang: “Ding it.1 ’ Chief characteristic: Meditativeness. Alvin Campbell, Bolivar,” Football, ’12 ar.d ’13, Bsaket-b 11, ’13. “I am es sober as a judg?. I Meet bashful boy in class (?) Slang: “What in the beck is the matter?” Chief chrr act eristic: Noisiness. Neva Bartlett, H. S. Play ’12. “The wcilcJs no longer if we hurry, Life’s no longer if we worry ’ Slang: “Doggone it.!’’ Chief characteristic: Maki ig ladi:s boin-r.ets. Arthur Mickey, orchestra. “Brevity is the scul cf wit '1 A swell bey, with a pcnip. Slang: “Ah, peanuts.' Chief cl.a.aetcrictic: Fiddling. Fay Marquis, Declamaticn, ’13. “She is thrifty ar.d good; serene and resolute.’ The girl with the choerful wo d ar.d smile. Slang: “Goodncs:! Gracious Chief characteristic: Being sweet. Mac Chauuer, chorus, Basketball, 1'13. “Very diminutive, and sinil e3 to all she extends. •Seme bc.skevbe 11 player. Slang: “Cut the comedy. I’ Chief characteristic: Making hoavenly-blies candy. Press your own suits. Remember what happened when Miks Sicndish had Johai Alden press his. Everbcdy who didn't pass thinks the exam unfair. This must be an exam-notion. ' i • Physic’s Proposition: If an automobile could travel c« ■„ ; fast as light, would a light on, the rear of an auto shine arouind the earth into the face of the chauffeur? Senior (£la$o yrophcci] A steady lain had been falling ail day. It was dark and dismal. I sat before the open fire and was trying to read the “Monitoi” annual of 1913. The book dropped from my hand and I fell asleep. In my dreams I saw all the members of the Hass of 1913 ten years hence. I beheld a surging crowd of cheering, shrieking, and screaming women. On a platform above the heads of the ethers, stood a woman. She was gesturing with a rapidity and a forcefulness which won. i have taxed the strength of the average man. At the same time she was speaking at the rate of 300 words a minute. I drew closer to see the cause of the excitement and found that it was Maurine Walrath pleaching the virtues of her party and telling of the ability with which she could represent the people of Nebraska in the United States Congress. I was in Fizzletown. 1 wandered about that beautiful city and was amazed at the marvelous change which had taken place there. It’s beautiful parks and (-lean, paved streets were an honor to any city, la the window of a printing office i saw a poster which read “Vote for J. W. Buclita for Commissioner” 1 found that Fizzletown had recently adopted the Coirunissioti Plan of City Government. 1 sat in a great theater in New York CHv. Manyrof the rich and prominent citizens of New York were there. This was the opening night of the “Squaker Male Quartette.” It was to be their first appearance in America. The curtain rose. There was a great burst of applause as the Quartette made its appearance. I recognized three of the singers as Francis Snider, Alvin Campbell an 1 Fwvmond Shrader. I was with a party on an Indian reservation. The Indians were holding a war dar.ee. Never had I heard sue]) teirib'e rounds as came from that band. Their terrible faces made the scene the more horrible. A figure clad in a long black robe walked into the center of the band, lifted a hand and spoke a few words. A silence reigned in the band and they shamefully walked off. The figure in black was y Hattie Honnell. J I stood in the midst of a dimly lighted f room. It was on the top floor cf a largo rooming house. A table strewn with paper stood in one corner of the room and at it sat Bernice Brown writing rapidly. She was writing a book on “The Value cf Silence. ’ ’ I entered a school room. A boy stood in the center of the room. It wras a typical rural school. There wras great commotion in the room and I knew that the teacher was ; not present. In the face of every child there was fear. The door opened and in ; came Florence Miller with a rubber hose, j Then I sawT a quiet home scene. In a kitchen sink there was a pile of unwashed . dishes. A tub of clothes occupied the center of the room. General disorder reigned 1 every where. Leon Merrick, clad in a checkered apron entered the room carrying a bucket of water. A lady clad in a purple velvet dress trimmed in large gold buttons paced to and fro along a street in San Francisco. When I met her face to face I found that it was Sigrid Johnson. I found that she was a member of the police force of that city. ! The curtain rose in a large German theater in Berlin. The play for the evening was “Tannhouser.” Marion Gillespie and Merle Hill were playing leading par's. A guide was conducting me through a large city hospital. I saw long rows of white beds and many silent nurses. We passed from room to room. We entered operating rooom and I saw that tho head suigcon was Orion Jerner and the head nurse was Vera Peterson. Over the door of a newspaper office hung a large sign, “The Woman’s Rights.’ i entered and found that all the employees were ladies. I was shown to the office of the editor. And who should this editor he hut Mattie Miller. I was walking along the street of ( hicago when I saw the sign, “Beauty Culture.” I entered the shop. Such an array of face powder, rouge, cold cream and other cosmetics of every kind I had never before seen collected in one place. Ruth Merrick came forward and a; ked me if I cared for a shampoo. The beach was crowded with people of all descriptions. I was looking for a room and a lady directed ...e to “Pleasant Home.” I walked for some distance before I found it. I rang the bell and Mao ('haulier opened the door. 1 found that she was the landlady. An artist roamed amoujig the Rocky Mountains. She was a prominent landscape painter. I was told that her name was Bartlett and hoping that it might be Neva of the class of 1913 I look d i or up and found that it was. Myrtle Dolan was teaching elocution in a prominent college in Ohio. She win raving great success from every stand point. Arthur Mickey had graduated from two violin schools in America and had gone to Europe to complete his study. He intended to become a concert violinist. I saw Vida Reekmeyer in a beautiful home in the Yosemite Valley. She had graduated from the State University of Nebraska, had taught two years and then married happRy. Fay Marqu.o had become a lc urer and entertainer. She had organized a concert company which was one cf the best of its kind in America. I awoke with a start and wondered how many of the class of 1913 would have such furtures as these. ESTHER CAMPBELL, ’13. Qtirtoe Minu We the class of 1913, of Osceola High School, Polk County, State of Nebraska, of sound and disposing mind and memory do make and establish this last will and testament hereby revoking all former wills made by said class. First we do hereby instruct our executors, the faculty, to conduct our funeral services with all the pomp and ceremony befitting the dignity of this class, to pay all our funeral expanses from the revenues of the estate as soon after our graduation as is practicable. Second we give and bequeath to our honored School Board the care of this mag-iiificert Institution of learning which we have so ably carried on in the past four years. To Superintendent Moore we bequeath a new phrase “All little bright eyes this way,” to be used instead of the worn out one, “I’d like your attention a moment please.” To the teachers jointly we bequeath the memory of the noble dignity of the Seniors who though they were often punished for crimes of which they were entirely innocent bore the punishment in a manner which will be an example to ab classes to follow. We hereby give and beoueath to Glenn E. Stoddard the exclusive right to the use of “Love’s old Sweet Song,” which we hope he will enjoy at his discretion. To Miss Emma Snyder we most lovingly bequeath all the historic facts discovered by us during our sojourn here. To Miss Emma Falter we give all the hopes of ever having our mail successfully cairiod during school time and the exclusive ]v1’t to stop the motor. To Mrs. Gentner we give the entire training of the Freshmen firmly believing that she will train them in the way they should go. To the class of 11)14 we bequeath our licence to make candy in the chemistry laboratory during the absence of Supt. Moore and also the privilege of being Lords of Creation during the next year. To the Sophmores we give our favor with the Faculty which we trust they will rightly appreciate and honorably maintain. To the Freshmen we bequeath the following rules which we have observed so closely and which have brought us on the road to success. Always work for the scholarship. Never whisper. Never write notes. Laugh at the teacher’s jokes. Don’t bluff. Have your lessons well prepared so that bluffing will not be necessary. We further give, bequeath and assign unto the several individuals herein numerated and their heirs an assigns forever, the following personal property and properties to wit:— Bernice Brown’s gift of Gab to Howaid Carson. Merle Hill’s bluffing ability to bluff 10 whomsoever can make good use of it. Esther Campbell’s front seat to Lillian Brown. Eutli Merrick’s frivolity to Ruth Walker. Orion Jemer’s smile out loud to Gilbert Rosland. Raymond Shrader’s true, and faithful heart to Allegra Gustafson. Alvin Campbell’s art for entertaining the fair sex which has proven a never fail ing source of pleasure to William Spalding. Hattie Honnell’s perpetual smile to Evelyn Pi ice. Jay Buchta’s musical talent to Fetus Younger. Francis Snider’s indifference toward the opposite sex to Lawrence Shaw. Maurine Walrath’s supervision of the of the Staff and her willingness to shoulder all the responsibilities to the New Monitor Editor. Segrid Johnson’s inquisitiveness to Fda Wieseman. Florence Miller’s athletic skill in Basket Ball to Julia Behle. Vida Reckmeyer’s superiority over her humbler classmates in all things great or small to Pearl Hester. Myrtle Dolan’s right to correspond with base ball boys to Anna Mace. Fay Marquis’ one folly, coquetry to Arvilla Timm with the express wish that she enjoy herself. Marion Gillespie’s undue influence with the teachers to Elton Koehler. Mae Chauner’s right to entertain the boys to May Deland. Mattie Miller’s ability in forging to Fausta Shore. Neva Bartlett’s good looks to Marjoiie Snider. Vera Peterson’s ability in teaming little boys to Glenis Anderson. Arthur Mickey’s right to long hair to Malcomb Wilcox. Leon Merrick’s height to Fltcn Berke. All the remainder and residue of our property whatsoever, wheresoever and of what nature it may be and not herein disposed of (after paying our just debts and funeral services) we give and bequeath to our beloved janitor, Lyle Baird. In witness of, we, The Class of 191J have to this our last will and testament set our hand and seal this 9th day of May in the year of our Lord 1913. V. B. PETERSON, Attorney at Law. We the undersigned at the request of the testator V. B. Peterson (Attorney at Law) do solemnly swear that this is the true copy of the last will and testament of said testator and hereto subscribe our names. F. C. CAMPBELL, J. W. BtJCIITA. Just a few short days and we will no longer be called “Juniors some flighty,” but “dignified Seniors.” We are glad to be so near the goal for which we have our high school life we think of the time long been racing, but as we look back over when we first entered high-school as freshmen; when we would rather be punished in some manner for not having our lessons than to walk up to the front of the room in front of all the scholars, especially the Seniors, to look up a word in the dictionary. To the time when we had our bob-sled ride and a few of the girls falling into the snow by breaking the end-gate down, by sitting on it. In the sophmore year we were not nearly so timid for were we not a whole year ahead of the little freshies? There we see 1 Ioward trying to prove that a “crooked line” is a straight line and before he has given half the proof we see Julia come walking in with her hair cut very short and a large ribbon tied around a single curl. Next, best, and at the present time is our name Juniirs. We are neither too timid nor too brave but just exactly “right.” We are friends to everyone; and the partvs, tramps, and taffy pulls that we have had, have not been few nor unpleasant with the thoughts of Algebra, Physics, and German to cheer and help us along. We have had the honor of entertaining the Seniors and were certainly honored by the splendid banquet they held for us. As was said before we are glad to reach our Senior year, but are sorry to have passed three the happiest, best and friendliest year of our high school life, and possibly of our life, so quickly. Vet for all of this our ambitions have not ended for we shall strive to be a credit to the name “Dignified Seniors,” as have our seniors before us. —HELEN CROW, ’14. ffilnaa of 1015 One day as T sat at my desk in deep thought Thinking of all my classmates dear, I thought of a poem, and one said that I ought To write it and read it, so my class mates could hear, What my opinion of them might be, When they aie conversing or listening to me. 1 know not whv the wheels in my head First brought Hervy Ball, his pedigree to he read. lie is a jolly good kid about six foot one And always in for having some fun. Next comes Helen Anderson, commonly known as farmer. I will lpave it to Steve, that she’s sure a boy charmer. Then there’s Skeeter that poor little boy, He is trying hard this rough life to enjoy. Alegra is in the same trouble as Skeet, For her it seems hard to make both ends meet. I think once together, this blond haired two Would make a good match, now tell me don’t you? Next comes fair Verna, the girl of the hour, And roses you know is her favorite flower. Bob Campbell upon the street is seen We know him well as a camera fiend. Next comes our quiet composed friend, Squire, I am sure that for mischief, there in no one ranks higher. Of course you all know, Bess Gylling here, When you hear a loud snicker you know she is near. And then there is another girl who is in for some fun, It is no other girl than Eterie Hamilton. Up comes another girl ns my thoughts run along, About whom many boys have sung the old song. Heinie, Oh, Ileinie, I love but you. And no one can cut our love half into. Jolmie Bittner, we all know famous will be, For he wears his dads collars, and we all plainly see, By the shape of his head and the look in his eye, That he’ll sit in the Senate in the swest by and by. There is dear little Elsie, she’s a cute little rat, Though her laugh is |uite boistrous, we’ll forgive her for that Irene got crippled, we know that well. But for the sake of a Freshman, she’s gov. ' and got well. There’s Margurite, Vera and Anna Mace, We can tell very well by the look on their face, That they are looking around for a man like Ceaser, . And not any old Dude or smoothed tongv.ed Geezer. There is a girl who at school, when the teacher turns around, She starts into whispering till my head spins around. For blushes and dimples, light fresh from the mill Agnes Newcomer is the girl who will fill up this bill. There is the Wieseman, cousins, Veda Smith and Miss fehore, They all are good cooks, maybe, you’ve heard it before. Now listen here fellows, when you leal: for a wife, You must look for a cook, on that bet your life. Now classmates 1 ’ll tell you, of a dear nobie boy, Whose face is all radiant, and shinnng with joy. But alas, this poor lad, luck seems to defeat, You can tell by his looks, lie’s not had enough to eat. This lad is none other than Donald II. Hay. One look assures you, lie’s not brought up on baled lmy. There is another young lad, who is with us this eve Known throughout this town by the nickname of Steve. An accident happened to Steve not far back When upon his way home he was crossing .... the track, A fast train came around the curve on a fJy And with tears in my eyes I said “Goodbye. ’ ’ It struck poor old Steve, Alas and Alack, But lie turned calmly around and brusheu it off from his baok. rl he train rolled into a ditch close by. And Steve passed on, as if he’d just killed a fly. Carlton Monson, (Tots, Tottie or Jeff) lie says what you call him, don’t make any diff, Just as long as you call him in time for dinner. Be careful now fair ones, for he’s a girl winner. Now there iV Glenn Shelmadine, he needs some advice Or the first thing he knows, lie’ll be on thin ice. Now Glenn you know, though you may have the mon, It’s against the law to be like Solomon. There is one more lad here with us tonight Who thinks I’ve forgot about him to write, But I should say no, you see it is this way I’ve saved him up last, for I’ve something to say, Of how he obtained his position of fame, And came to have Peeler for his nickname. One hot afternoon he lay in the shade, Of an old apple-tree in blossoms arrayed. He had promised his girl of her he would dream, And this lie was doing with loud snores in between. lie dreampt that he dreampt, and this dream had come true, This girl had promised his wife to be t o. But alas, he awoke, and the son now shone down i And was toasting his nose to a nice red and brown. The next day the skin all peeled from his nose, And we now call him Peeler as everyone knows. Now classmates you see I hold you dear. Right up in my brain in my memory here. With a word of Good-bye I shall now have to close, For something tells me, I must blow my nose. —LAWRENCE SHAW, ’15. £t� tycx‘iutcnfc cut’a (Office The Freshmen class opened tlie year oi‘ 1912 and ’13 with the membership of thirty-two, but for various reasons the following have had to quit school: Mamie Lovell, Susie Farris, James Farris, Louis Odgen, Yerner Roberts, Edna Kidder and Edison Kidder. The class organized the second week of school, electing the following officers: Harry Pike, president; Marjorie Snider, secretary and treasurer. In the fall the girls and boys formed a basket-ball team, the boys winning the Championship of the High School. The team was as follows: Perry Miller and John Deland, forwards; Albert Timm center and Roy Horst and Russel v‘-guards. When we first entered High School, wo thought that High School life was a long sweet dream. We soon changed our minds when the lessons were assigned. I believe algebra was the most puzzling thing we “Freshies” ever came in contact with, and Latin proved almost as hard. We all vowed never to forgive the man who wrote the Latin book. Physiography was interesting, especially the “field trips.” English wras changeable but most of the time “dry.” Although during our Freshman year we may, have done many foolish things, we are sure the older students will overlook them. All Freshmen are “green” when entering High School, as you all know by experience. We were constantly annoyed by the older students of the school, but we soon came to the conclusion that they knew no better, and we heartly forgive them. We all sympathize with the Seniors who leave the “Dear Old High” and we are certainly glad we can stay a few more years and make the class of 191(5 a class not to he forgotten. RUSSELL M. CIARK, ’16. (Dm %U v £UtilMu0 rl'he new public school building; cf Osceola is one of exceptional merit. It is one of I lie new up-to-date, thoroughly modern structures that is only equalled by buildings of recent structure. The building was completed January 1, 1913 at a cost of $50,000 and is without doubt unexcelled by any and equalled by only a very few school buildings in Nebraska for its complete arrangement and plan. The architectural effect is simple but graceful and its conservative lines and proportions, together with its proper location on a spacious campus adds to its worth, not only a-; an educational structure, but a public building cf great worth and beauty to the city and community. It is a two story building with a high and spacious basement, constructed of a fine grade of pressed brick, stone, and a frame work of steel, ft is 107 feet, 7 inches in length and 71 feet, 10 inches in width. The fuel room an 1 ash pit are constructed underground cub side the building proper adding to the convenience, fire protection, and sanitaiy conditions and minimizing chances for the accumulation of dust and dirt. In the basement is located the furnace room equipped with two large high pressure boilers and water heater with both local and furnace attachment. The boilers are sufficiently large that either will generate enough steam for the proper heating of the entire building in common winter weather. The basement also includes a large gymnasium equipped with lockers, toilets, and baths and is arranged with a large gallery for spectators. A large, well lighted room and store room is given over to Manual Training. Laboratories with closets and pantry are arranged for Domestic Science and Domestic Art. In addition to these departmental rooms tlie basement is equipped with toilet rooms, store rooms, drinking fountains and a fire-proof vault for records. 2ito tk'Mcation The New Higli School building was formally dedicated January 3d, the exercises of the day beginning shortly a ft noon and continuing with music interspersed till after the hour of midnight. An immense crowd thronged the halls and rooms of the building during the afternoon and evening and the building was explored and admired to the heart’s content by the visitors. The program of the day was dixided into three parts, an afternoon and evening program, being held in the school auditorium and the banquet in the gynasium, tallowing the evening program 2 P. M. Farewell to the old building. Concert by High School Orchestra. 2:30 P. M. Music,................High School Chorus. Invocation,...........Rev. II. G. Wilcox. Vocal Solo,............Miss Emma, Falter. Ode to old building,.......R. G. Douglas. Address,..........Chancellor C. A. Fulmer Violin duet,...Miss Smith, Miss Walrath. Dedicatory Ode,.......High School Chorus. (Written by Rev. C. A. Spalding.) Benediction,.........Rev. S. C. Hulhorst. The address of Chancellor Fulmer, of Wesleyan, teemed with good thoughts and was ably delivered. His theme was the advancement which is being made in all lines of human thought and effort and he made especial mention of man’s unwillingness to go back to the old things. O. E. Mickey, chairman of the board of education and Judge F. If. Ball, secretary of the board, delivered addresses and conducted the dedicatorv services. 7:30 P. M. Concert...........High School Orchestra. Music,............High School Chorus. Invocation,.......Rev. C. A. Spalding. Violin Duet,....Arthur Mickey, Miss Smith. Add l ess,.............Dean E. L. Rouse. Review of Osceola’s School Buildings, Judge 11. II. Campbell. Piano Duet,....Misses Walrath and Peterson Benediction,.......Rev. P. Gordon Silas. In his address, Dean House, of Peru Normal, discussed the great things that are accomplished by men as first taking shape in vision and pointed out numerous illustrations of his point. He said that the high school building first existed in the vision of possibly one or two, who foresaw the coming need of enlarged educational facilities for the youths of this school district. The program concluded, those who participated in the banquet repaired to the gymnasium, where a delightful feast was spread, after which the following toast list was carried out, R. G. Douglas serving as toast master. Mrs. II. G. Wilcox—Books, Brains and Boys. Dr. John R. Gray—The Building. Reading—Miss Margaret Kepner. 11. C. Beebe—Our Schools. Miss Rasmussen—The Patron’s Opportunity. Supt. C. B. Moore—When Dreams Come True. The entertainment furnished by the or-chestia was especially fine. Another “special” of the day was the candy booth, from which the senior girls received a welcome sum. —RUTH WALKER ’14 gtoliloqg of the S tiuuou gin (fMul’o 3pvc $iug iloout Vanity, vanity, thy name is girls. Speaking of fussing and primping, I’m sure more of it goes on in front of me, than in front of any of my brothers and sisters in this building. In fact, I know I’m as popular as any of them. Yes. yes, here comes Thelma Johnson to fix up a bit. Now Thelma’s complexion is really very attractive and I can’t see why she takes so much of my time. She really must hurry or Marion Gillespie will not have time to see that her ringlets are all in place. Yes, that one looks very sweet, right in the back there. I think it is very cunning. —My, how time does drag. No one has been near me for at least three minutes. At last! Here comes Freda Monson. Alas! Usually I can depend upon her but this morning she gave me only a passing glance. Just the same I would like to tell her that her cheeks look a trifle redder than usual. But of course she was just blushing. Ah! here comes Miss Falter. She is a regular patron of mine. That nose needs a little dab of some white stuff each morning. I don’t know what they call that white stuff, but it really improves her nose. Poor Ruth Merrick! She comes every day and tries to get a glimpse of me. But she is so tall that it is almost impossible. However, when no one else is around, she just picks me up and looks at me for four or five minutes. Ha! Ha! Lalia Heinemeyer has a bright new red tie and I’m the first one to see it. No, a little more to the left, Heinie. That’s it! It really looks quite stunning. There’s the bell! Now for a few hours rest. My! how you girls do fatigue me I suppose I ought not to grumble but really it’s awful to be so popular! —M. W., ’13. Evening found me in a most lonesome and dreary part of that valley, sometimes known as the “Vale of Thieves.” I stumbled along, this way, that way, picking my way over fallen trees, ever watching for my foe. Thei fearful silence became more and more intense as I entered the depths of the woods. O-o-h and I’d jump thinking my bloodthirsty enemy had the drop on me only to find it was an owl. As my nerves were thus strung to their snapping point I heard a noise, a most awesome sound coming towards me. I stopped, raised my hand ready for fight,—yea 1 even liked tiie smell of blood! I took one step forward, dealt one blow, and behold! I had killed a— mosquito. 0. E. J., ’13. football 19IB $cJte uU Oct. 25 Aurora lOfi ( sceoia.... 0 Oct. 4 Central City .25 ()sceola.... 0 Oct. 18 Giltner ...0 Osceola.... ....(14 Nov. 2 Columbus .... .15 Osceola.... . 13 Nov. 8 Central Citv ..25 ()sceola.... 1 Nov. 22 Stromsburg.. 0 Osceola.. Nov. 28 Rising Citv.. 0 ()sceola.... .. .84 Dec. 25 Alufnni 6 Osceola.... ...13 lU'imnu of the football §casern Most people are inclined to estimate the success or failure of an athletic season by the number of games won or lost, paying little if any attention to other features. Let us believe that this is not the true test to apply. A team may win all, or most of its games and still have an unsuccessful season. If athletics are beneficial to a school, and that they are there is no doubt, their benefit lies in the development physical or mental, which they bring to those who participate. The greater amount of such development, the more successful has been the season. Hence, it naturally follows tin; greater the number to whom this development comes, the greater has been the season. No doubt every one believes that if a team has practised consistently, has done everything consistent with the rules of the game and good sportmanship to win and win fairly, it has had a successful season, even if the opposing teams may have the larger end of the score on their side. How nearly the 1912 football team came to meeting these requirements, will be left to the pupils and patrons,of school to judge. The team was handicapped at the opening of the season by the loss of several veterans. This gap, however, was filled by several new men who developed into strong players. The loss was not in numbers but in quality of men. Capt. Chaunev and Shaw were very strong men and were sorely missed. Horst and Kunkel the two ends, left a large gan in the team. Runyan, at tackle has the making of a strong player, shown by record at Omaha. Mngr. Leibee was also missed for his fearless playing. Let us briefly review the players individually and then the season as a whole. Capt. Koehler, playing his third year of football inspired his men by his own fearless play ing as fullback behind the line. Many a ‘down’ was held because of his timely line plunges. Shelmadine at left half was especially strong in his line plunges and rho a strong defensive player. Jerner at light half was especially strong in maldim end runs and breaking up interference. Mill? , as quarter-back, by his clever execution of plays, has shown that his career as a “oo+ ball player is very bright. Snider, at right, did stellar work in receiving forward parses. Timm, at the other end, was especially strong in offensive work, a strong and a sure tackier. Pike and Stevens the tackles were very strong tacklers, as strong as any met during the season. Sturdevant, a right guard was a strong and dangerous man, plowing thru many a line. Ray and Danielson also were strong guards, always playing a hard game. Then Shaw, the largest man on the team was a hard man to stop. His passes were good and he did well in backing up the line. Monson filled in at quarter-back when called upon and was an able and quick player. Campbell and Liebee also filled various places in the line when called upon and should make regular places on the team next year. To sum up, the back field and the line were strong, offensively and defensively, but sometimes a little late in breaking up plays. Manager Snider was fortunate in obtaining a full schedule for the season. gUieketlmU 1918 §i. hcbuli' Jan. 17 Stromsburg . ...44 O.H.S 3 Jan. 31 Stromsburg . ...10 O.H.S 8 Feb. 6 Benedict ...14 O.H.S 32 Feb. 11 Geneva ...66 O.H.S 19 Feb. 20 Benedict ...13 O.H.S 27 With 1913 came a new game for Osceola High—Basket Ball. Thru the efforts of Principal Stoddard, who coached the team, a team was organized. Owing to the fact that many of the neighboring schools had full schedules, Manager Shaw had to take on a few strong schools who proved less interesting opponents than the weaker High Schools. A large squad appeared and the competition was keen from the start. A few games were lost owning to the inexperience of the players. Osceola showed marked improvement with each of the succeeding games, and demonstrated that we have some excellent material. (’apt. Sturdevant was an excellent basket-thrower and a quick player. Ball, who played the other forward, shot many an excellent goal. Shelmadine and Stevens two very fast and strong men, saved many a score by their excellent guarding. Koehler and Shaw, able and quick men, made excellent centers. Shaw, however, had to give up the game because of illness. Campbell, who played an excellent game at forward, Monson and Horst were quick players and the team were proud of them as their substitutes. The season was a success financially and the games lost were few, so that with the interest instilled by this team, next season should prove a grand success. gtcliciutlc Apr. 4. Stromsburg 0. H. S. Apr. 11. Shelby 0. H. s. Apr. 18. Clarks 0. H. s. Apr. 25. Stromsburg 0. H. s. May 2. Shelby 0. H. s. Mav 9. Clarks 0. H. s. May 14. Clarks 0. H. s. May 16. Ulysses 0. H. s. Mav 23. Ulysses 0. H. s. May 29. Stromsburg 0. H. s. iUrti] tfall! Tlie season of baseball was opened here by a close game between Stromsburg and Osceola. Both schools had been waiting for the chance-of showing the strength of their teams and when the game was called the two teams showed fair promise of a good game. Playing very hard for 8 innings with a one-two-three and out, the score stood 2 and 2, when the umpire, because of the late time of day, called the game. No doubt, if it had not been for this the Osceola boys would have taken the game, for they showed up unusually strong in the latter part of the game. Special mention should be given to the boys for their excellent team work. The enthusiasm of the school and the music by the 0. II. S. Band was very much appreciated. On April 18th the Osceola boys left for Clarks amid many cheers from the students of the school who wished them good luck. The trip was pleasant but uneventful. The game was called at 3:30. The game was very uncertain for some time but owing to a few errors the game was taken by Clarks. Osceola ............2 0 0 4 4 2 0 0—12 Clarks ...........0 0 8 1 0 1 3 1 —14 Stolen bases—Osceola 4; Clarks 5. Three base hits—Osceola 2; Clarks 0. Two base hits—Osceola 3; Clarks 2. Base hits—Off Osceola, 11; Clarks, 21. Time of game—1:50. Umpires—Shaw, Douglass. EIGHT — Annual ------- 7973 As the first game resulted in a tie, nothing would be more natural than to have another “cross at bats” to decide the tie. Even the High School showed their eager- ness for the game by the rally given and by the number who accompanied the team. Arriving at the Stromsburg grounds all was in readiness and the game was called at 4:00. The game proved to be interesting, yet the Stromsburg boys were outclassed and gamely played a losing game. Special mention should be given to the players for their splendid work, especially the pitcher, who did fine. Osceola.............2 5 0 0 0 1 2 0 0—10 Stromsburg .........0 1 0 0 2 0 0 4 1— 8 Pitchers—Osceola, Miller; Stromsburg, Erikson and Colson. Stolen bases—Osceola 10; Stromsburg 11. Sacrifice hits—Osceola 1; Stromsburg 0. Sacrifice fivs—Osceola 1; Stromsburg 0. Base hits—Off Miller 9; Erikon (5, Colson 6. Time—1:40. Umpires—Mitchell, Ramsey. After two weeks of rain, Thursday proved to be a fair day. About 3:00 everything was in readiness so that when the game was called at 3:15 every one of the players were ready to “go.” The game was the best and most interesting one played upon the Osceola grounds for some time. The boys did some excellent field work due to the coaching of our Prin. The game was undecided for a time but a timely hit lost the game. However the score which was in favor of the opponents, 3 to 1 proves in what manner the game was played. As a season of real baseball it has been a success, even so financially. So that with this spirit prevailing the season next year will prove a grand success. 0)itv Annual Q£haitk0git ing j mtqitct On entering the old 0. J1. S. assembly room on Wednesday morning, November 27th, a pleasing change of scenery greeted the eye, for the room bad been refreshed by an abundance of green, by chrysanthemums, corn, pumpkins and other decorations suggestive of the season. The bitter sweet, for instance was taken by some Freshman for something good to eat, but later in the clay the reason for calling the affair a banquet was found outside the decorations. Classes were held until one o’clock and then the skillful waiters and waitresses served a dinner that was worthy of attention. Well, it got it’s deserts. Orion, by the way, shows great ability in serving; and Archie is following close after for he is determined to become an expert at handling one plate before rising to the next degree of perfection. After the dinner, Mr. Moore, acting as toastmaster opened the program by calling attention to the nice banquet hall we expected to turn the gymnasium of our new school building into for our next annual banquet; and that one fact will make it a real Thanksgiving banquet. First (on the program) Vera and Maurine delighted us with two piano duets. Then Veda read, “Tlianskgiving Pies.” The Osceola High School students showed their appreciation of “The Girl I Left Behind Me,” and the way Mrs. Moore interpreted new meaning into it Miss Falter sang and then followed the interesting toasts of A PICTURESQUE THANKSGIVING. The Camera..........................Jay Buchta. The Negatives......................Miss Snider. Flashlights....................Lawrence Shaw. Snapshots................. )rion Jerner The Developer....................Fausta Shore. The Retoucher....................Russel Clark. Jay appreciates the advantages of the old camera, but looks forward gratefully and hopefully to the new. Miss Snider closed her reflections on the negatives by saying: ‘‘Here’s to the negatives of all the land, The light, the dark, the great, the small, But here’s to our own Osceola band For they’re the best of all.” Lawrence and Orion in their1‘Flashlights,” and “Snapshots,” not only entertained us with their humor but also disclosed some interesting individual experiences. For example, we know now what Merle gets out of chemist) v. Me) le savs the reaction for K. I. 2 S. is KISS. Fausta creditably discussed the subject of “Developers” and Russel brought the program to a good close by his toast to “The Retoucher.” No doubt the whole Thanksgiving vacation was made more-pleasant because of the experience of this occasion together. imutltg-ifrcuiov inneheent An event, which the class of ’13 will not soon forget occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Moore on May the tenth, when the faculty of O. II. S. entertained the Seniors at a spring luncheon. The guests arrived at 5:30 and immediately upon entering the fresh oder of voilets certainly caused a very “spring-y” atmosphere. The rooms were lighted by candles and all during the luncheon sweet music added to the enjoyment of the evening. After the luncheon the High School Song was sung and then the guests departed. JUmiov-Jmtiov banquet The Junior-Senior Ban |iiet was held at the home of Malcolm Wilcox on Feb. 14tii. The evening was as beautiful as if it had been made to order. About eight o’clock all had gathered and marched down to a banquet such as none of us had seen before nor can hope to see for some time. There were over fifty present, the tables reaching thru two rooms which as well as the halls and stair way were prettily decorated in blue and gold, the senior colors. The menu for the evening was: Fruit Cocktail Creamed Potatoes Meat Leaf Peas a la Patte Bread Butter Olives Pineapple Salad Salted Wafers Neapolitan Ice Cream. Cake Coffee Mints. May PoLand acted as toast-mistress. Archie Sturdevant, the Junior President, gave the first toast, “Our Guests,” welcoming us and telling of the regard iu which Seniors were held by Juniors. Jay Buchta, Senior President, then responded to the toast, “Our Hosts” and gave some characterization of each Junior. Malcolm Wilcox handled his subject, ‘ Looking Forward,” in a very pleasing manner. He told how he had dreamed of us in the position he would find each of us some years from now, and then he closed by saying that lie did not wish these very fates to overcome us but that something just as good or better would be our fortune. Myrtle Dolan then responded to the toast, “Looking Backward” and told in rhyme numerous incidents that had occured. Mr. Moore’s toast, “The Man of the Hour” was given in a style that we have come to recognize 1o lie as rmich “Moorean’, as Hamlet is ' “Shakespearean.” He explained bow each and every girl and bov could if they so wished become the “Man of the Hour.” After a little “social hour” the party dispersed, all talking of what a grand affair it was and what a “grand time” they had had. entov-grttntor $cmc xzt One of the choicest social events of the high school year occured on April 18th, 1913 when the class of 191.3 tendered the annual Senior-Junior banquet to the class of 1914. The banquet was given at the home of Miss Vera Peterson and when it was over the Juniors felt that they had certainly been royally entertained. The three rooms in which the banquet was given, were decorated in the Juniors’ class colors, lavender and gold, and the same colors were used on the pretty little menu booklets. After a short delay, in waiting for the baseball boys, the guests and hosts were seated and a delightful four course lunch- eon was served; five of the freshmen girls i acting as waitresses. Following the luncheon a series of six toasts were given by representatives of the two classes, and by Prof. Moore. Orion Jerner officated as toast-master and to him was given the general subject. “The Old Clock.” Each speaker treated the different parts of “The Old Clock,” as follows: The Hands....................Merle Hill. The Pendulum..........Archie Sturdevant The Bell..............Esther Campbell. The Dial........................Malcolm Wilcox. The Tick tock.......................Jay Buchta. The Weights..................Mr, Moore. . - The question for high school debates this year was, “Resolved, that American cities should adopt a commission form of government.” Osceola’s first debate was held with Central City, March 7th, at which time Osceola maintained the negative of the question. Those who represented the Osceola High School were Maurine Wai-ratli, Jay Buchta and Esther Campbell. The team work and arguments brought forth by the representatives of Osceola was especially good, which resulted in a unanimous decision for Osceola. At the next debate of the series, with York, April 21st, Osceola took the affirmative r.ide of the question. At this debate Osceola put forth a strong argument and non by a two to one decision. Geneva had won from David City, the first of the season, so now the championship was between Geneva and Osceola. Our de- baters had heard a great deal of those “silver tongued orators, from down south,” so they worked hard for this debate. On May 1st, when they left for Geneva they felt pretty well prepared and they realized that they had their courage with them at any rate. They arrived at Geneva in the afternoon and Prof. Moore gave a short talk to the high school. It was then that the debaters discovered that Geneva certainly had school enthusiasm, which also was prominent at the debate. Osceola, upholding the affirmative, opened the debate, and throughout it was an exciting and interesting affair. But in the estimation of the judges, Geneva did the best work, and the decision was two to one, in favor of Geneva. Nevertheless Osceola was a good loser and the debaters will not forget the cordiality and splendid entertainment which they were given at Geneva. Myrtle Dolan represented the H. S. in the District Debate at Grand Island. There were eight different schools represented. The question was the same as used in the intcrscholastic debates—that on Commission Gov’t. Broken Bow took first place, York second, and Geneva third. It was reported that altho’ Miss Dolan did not receive a place, yet her depate v rs given in a very pleasing manner and she lcproscnhol O. II. S. very creditably. peclmnatovt] ©outcot On Mar. 19, the (). II. S. held its first declamatory contest. This was to decide which member should represent the high school in this district. Seventeen contestants were entered. Each class, humorous, oratorical and dramatic, was well represented. The contestants gave their selections with a forcefulness and with as much life as might be expected only from more experienced speakers. The judges were Rev. C. A. Spalding, Osceola; Prof. R. E. Truax, Shelby and Prof. A. J. Hartsook, Stromsburg. Irene Daniels was awarded first place; Ruth Merrick, second and Agnes Newcomer, third. Of the three classes Irene Daniels was given first in humorous; Ruth Merrick, first in dramatic and Myrtle Dolan first in oratorical. Osceola had been placed in the Central District of Nebraska. The contest for the district was held at Grand Island, Mar. 28. Irene Daniels represented the O. II. S. there. It had been ruled in the Central District that only twelve high schools could be represented. As there are twelve high schools, which have been in for several years, Osceola was not given a place in this year’s contest. It was thot that an amendment could he made so that Osceola could be represented in the Central District, but as that failed, Osceola was given a place in the East-Central District. There will probably be a larger number of contestants next year, and those who enter should each work hard, as that is 1 he only way to bring out the best talent there is in the O. II. S. MERLE IIILL, ’IT Senior’ 4?avenu'U Four years ago we are said to have bro’t forth in this High School a new element conceived in Infancy and dedicated to the proposition that “Ignorance is Bliss.’’ Now we are about to take our departure from this school. We are now going to dedicate a section of this High School to those remaining behind us, and we sincerely hope that they will fill this dignified position to the highest degree. Tt is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this. The people will little note or long remember what we said here, but they can never forget what we did here. It is rather for us, the Seniors, to be here dedicated to the unfinished task remaining before us. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great uncertain Future lying before us, in which we shall prove that our honored Faculty shall not have taught in vain and that we here highly resolve to take increased devotion to the cause which they have made their life work, and abandon our traits of Infancy and become full-fledged men and women. gmapohot £Ju 3it� ttc� x‘’o jcitmjutcioht (Oitv ietimuti lu'? yvtitctvitl (Turn £-vituxloite Junior® o ltamox e 05ix I’o £Wt lu't £WxU (Team ®hc (Siflfllcva mxe !|tt0ht of the gomeroct yox t« ©ought gtxt the £,ct ®too £ reoltiea Anticipation anfc Refection ,3V Horn of $ecnttieo ‘©lb £tu jerthcoi te of £tthte” ®uro ©itatnpiono (Cafehev aub ottev Jlxt (Due ®too Uectxrt gx eohex j (On the iUrtll (Oettemt (Cite Quintal (Citntev Site lit cm at the -gjetm £hc miun ilceepticm ®o ffilctes of 1918 Soon you too will be with us, with those who say with pride, “Yes, I am a graduate of the O. H. S.'“ Up to the present time your road has been an easy one indeed, your trouble has not yet begun. The knocks and beats of life have, up to this time, been soft and few, but do not be afraid of the knocks and criticisms that will be yours, for, bear in mind they will be instrumental in evolving and fitting you to do things worth while and to make you more efficien t and useful. Thus, in other words, vr|ll be your true education, and cd-cation moans growth, evolution and efficiency. You have now nearly finished one part of your education, not because of the large number of facts that you have pounded out of your books, but because of the facts aind qualities that the books have pounded out of you and during their process of pounding, which you have barne so patiently and so well, you have been growing, evolving and becoming more efficient to meet the demands that I hope will soon be placed upon- you. Many demands will be placed upon you that I sincerely hope will be successfully met by you. You will soon find that there are many roads over which you may travel. Some of you without a doubt, have already picked out your direction or course of travel but most of you are rather undecided as to where you shall go. But never the less you will all go somewhere,., the only difference is that some will go farther than, others. A few of you will start ani wander off the trail and it will be many years before you reach your destination, others will start but soon stop and become perfectly satisfied making that place their goal whilel with a little ambition and energy they might have attained heights that others might well envy. And then some will never start at all and I sincerely hope they are few. But with all the roads open, to all, and better goals, and every man privileged -to rise without nindrance and without handicap, the ambitious, the eager, the dauntless will continue to outdistance the careless, the hesitating, and the lazy. The prospects of betterment without striving i3 a mirage—a dream that never comes true. We often sit and dream and plan how much better we will do next year, but if we do not strive, that betterment can never be reached. Bear in mind that your welfare is a personal obligation, you, and you alone must be the guide, guardian, and champion of your interests. The instan you tire, the second you compromise with your ideals, somebody more determined to have what you have will check you. With caution, courage, self respect, industry and will as allies, who or what can withstand you? “But, ’ you cry, “I am physically inferior,” then seek inspiration from examples sot by blind Milton and' puny A1 exander Stevens and deaf and dumb and sightless Helen Keller. “But, ” you plead, “I am not educated, what chances do I have to be suc- cessful?” Neither was Lincoln and Johnson, who tutored them- selves Into the White House, nor Franklin, the candler’s son. “Hut,1’ you whine, “I need capital.” The good workman demands but tools and you are equipped. Your mind and your hands are unimpaired. Laboring and thinking create all the captial on earth. So figure it any way you want to you are responsible for your failure. I sincerely hope that you pick out your road and goal and stick to it until reached. Don’t be like the weather-vane that I have seen respond, to every little breeze, box the compass in an hour, do not respond to the zephers of impulse, the gusts of sentiments, or the whirlwind of passion. I charge you then, one and all to have a definite point in mind and only in that direction travel and wishing you a glorious future, with a maximum of success and a minimum of failure. ! WILFORD A. DANIELSON. ’10 “tCimuU O5oobuc0a, the ©able ge § tv crtb” At least six people have learned to appreciate the insignificance of the causes of many troubles and quarrels. It was entertaining to see Maurine learn this fact, for it was she who in the learning was first to begin the misunderstanding and the last to humble herself to give in. This was brought about In the amusing' little comedy called “Dem Himmcl sei dank dor Tlsch is gedeckt.” This play was presented in the High School auditorium on Friday evening, May 16th. It was given by the second year German class in Us original form. The forty minutes of its presentation proved to be a highly enjoyable series cf humorous situations. At the opening of the play it was a really novel experience •o see Raymond busily setting the table in a model dining ’■c.-m. T”‘ n interest increased when Maurine entered, in the character of a professional maid. After noting her ease and her charming manner as she apppeared in the role it was not surprising to find that the butler was id love with her. Their congenial relation is, however, disturbed ’hen she firmly refuses his ridiculous request to repeat with him the harmless expression ’’‘Thank Goodness, the Table is Spread.1” Mauri tie’s thorough assumption of the play charade and Raymond’s quick response in mood made this an interesting scene. At the point of highest excitement and anger the young bride and groom with their calm and happy air bring in a pleasing contrast. Vida, the bride, makes a charming mistress and she with Orion, her young husband, captivated the audience with their natural expression and acting So real did they make the plot that the audience felt a thrill o joy when the unhappy little quarrel was peacably settled betv-een them. Esther and Jay, the mother and father of the bride, greatly added to the play by entering during he quarrel between their daughter and her husband and giving their vrluable advice. It was interesting to watch the gradual change in their moods, however, and then see the wrath Esther could display over the same ridiculous “Thank Goodness the Table Is Spread.1” The mother’s wise mistake saved the situation, Vida and Maurine saw the folly of not complying to the request made to each of them and so gracefully ended the controversy. Each member of the cast took his part in a way that the whole was a delight to all who saw It ®hc litost yovulitv yiacc in ®oum ©hcec ir)ot gnjuntn part- We o a n fill any JZ X. 71 O m u tier w h i o i Af. D. w rZtes it A'ew Drinks Hvcry Day A.1 ways Cool lixolii s -ve (t its X y .'i J ’s iP.'i n i y We me tl i e s llest oi Ser vice Dure Fr nits used. ®he 5 rite tutfc gtentrlrtt g torr “The Place Yen Oct (he Meet Change Back. FINE GOODS FOR SUMMER DRESSES ; 'XV hr.v on display a fine lot of Dress Goods. They are just the ihing for Summer Dress for young women. OYAMA SILKS, 27 inches wide, in the pink, yellow, light blue, Alice blue and tan. Makes a good Summer dress. Priced at 25c per yard. WINSOR MERCERIZED PLISSE, 31 inches wide. In the pink, blue, lavender and cream. Priced at 25c per yard. CREPE CHIFFON. This material is 25 incheswide and comes in the tan, lavender and white. Priced at 20c per yard. .A itavobii Every than faiis oli slippery walls, And from snowy summits they slide downward;, The fat man- shakes as he goes on skates, And the gummy ioe rolls in glory. Skate, fat man, skate; set the clear ice creaking, Skate, man, answer, ©chocs, breaking, breaking, breaking. O! love, they go on yon white snow, They slide from hill and cliff to valley. The spirit rolls from soul to soul, And they will slide forever forever. Slide, fat man, slide, the pure white ©new is falling, Slide, man, slide; answer, echoes, calling, calling, calling. O! hark, O! hoar, how faint yet clear, And louder, clearer, clearer, coming nearer! O sweet and clear from trees so near The birds of spring time start a-singing! Sirg! Let us hoar the green hills replying; Sing, birds; answer, echoes, singing, singing, singing. i Digit gtfhool ®tutc ©able lit. S:15 G. D. Stoddard arise:!. s .aO Orion starts for school. S o 2 OiuiwCL meets Bessie on corner, o. 4i vqm ki, cuir.dois. 8:50 A froshie sent to Mr. Moore for running ups'a’is. S • 5 o L . odUti i d a. riv er. o . o j x a ti v. mui.ua’ c:.. • i i ... J.Oi Alyr 1 D-Ca • cr:iv:s. B: 05 Lawrence still ctruggiag with his collar. 0:10 Marion recites in Enfcl sa, (occas onally.) ! :40 End cf first pened. Irene inte.s llairy. 0:42 Mad rush to classes. Miss Su:u.i heard gcn’Jy dopl.mi; g it to stop. � :4?� Miss Falter supervises. All cercnc. Rest cf the period uninterrupted Hies until the vm :or is stepped. 10:20 End of second period. Irene meets Harry. 10:21 Sweet warblings fren chapel. 10:30 Myrtle forgets bookk'rping clacs. 10:31 Mrs. Geiutncr sands after Myrtle. 10:35 Five minutes for laug tcr in mathematics rooms. 10:45 Knawing pangs cf hunger assail the breakfaetlcrs. 11:10 End of third period Irene meets Harry. 11:20 Second year German class discuss love affairs. 11:25 Orion and Esther disagree. 11:30 Arthur writes a composition and delivers it. 11:50 Prisoners set free. j 1 11:51 Grand march for dismissal. Alvin brings up the rear? 11:52 Exodus. mmu-w Tmwjr-'1 naa Vr -1- :.:11'. -'ll-atr -. ?� Wi Headquarters for ail kinds of.... and Good Coal Frar)H | 1. Ar)dersor). jVlgr. NORTH SIDE OF SQUARE Osceola Imp. Co. Dealers in Farm Implements, Buggies, Wagons, Dempster Cultivators, Windmills, Pumps Tanks, Hay Stackers, Sweep Rakes and Gas Engines. Harness, Collars, Sweat Pads, Oils, Greases of all kinds. Binders and Mowers. Twine and Repairs. See us when in need of anything in our line. T. JOHNSON, Mgr. HOUSEHOLD SPECIALTIES That should be in Every Home....... National Vacuum Cleaners $ 5.00 Feeny Vacuum Cleaners 10.00 Electric Vacuum Cleaners 20.00 New Perfection Oil Stoves 2 Hole, $8.00 3 Hole $10.00 4 Hole $12.50 Ovens: $1.25 to $3.50 Refrigerators; $14.50 to $28.00 Ice Cream Freezers Be sure and see me for the best in Hardware, Harness, and Implements. Charles E Hansen Extra Copies of the Annual at Crouse’s Drug Store HASTINGS BROTHERS Real Estate Property Bought, Sold and Exchanged Drs. Shaw Smith Physicians and Surgeons (Over Postoffice) Osceola, - - Nebraska. Wilbur M. Johnston Attorney at Law Osceola, Nebraska JEWELRY REPAYING AT G. T. BAY’S. E. E. HEINEMEYER GEM THEATRE N. M. TRULSON, Prop A Complete Change of Pictures Three Times a Week A Good Clean Show NEW MILL OPENED White Rose Flour, good as any and made in your home town. 35 lbs pounds flour given in exchange for 1 bushel wheat. Peterson, Peterson Co. MEALS AT ALL HOURS Short Orders a Speciality Oysters EHLER’S RESTAURANT SUITATORIUM GILBERT NELSON, Prop. Clothes cleaned, pressed and repaired. Suits made to Order Shop in OH Beebe Hotel Osceola Hardware Co. Hardware and Tin Work UNDERTAKING MILLS BEEBE Lawyers Office: Monson Block Osceola, Nebraska DR. H. J. McBETH Dentist Office Monson Block Osceola, Nebraska Chas. Lovell Guy Lovell First Nat’l Barber Shop Lovell Bros., Props. Bath Room in Northwest Cor- Connection uer Square GRAND ISLAND Copyright 1913 The House of Kuppenheimer YOU MAY RUST assured that we will not sacrifice our reputation to quick profits through the sale of inferior merchandise. Kuppenheimer Clothes have always upheld the high standards of this live store and what’s more they Aviil continue to do so. Better let them be YOUR choice The prices are—$ 8—$35 Challenge Suits—$12.50 $15.00 AXXHongQftCoaa' Business College The new catalogue of the Grand Island Business College of Grand Island, Neb., is now being sent out and should be read by every ambitious young man and woman. One remarkable feature of this school is the plan it has of giving students who wish it, time on expenses, and allowing them to pay after they graduate and have been placed in positions. Several from this county have arranged to enter soon. It is said to be one of the greatest Business Colleges in the United States and its catalogue is sent for the asking. I The best made shoes known to the trade I Lowest in price, the highest in grade. See SWAN 0. EKLUND The Exclusive Shoeman VIC’S CAFE For Good Things to Eat I Tip Top Bread Collin’s Ice Cream Cold Drinks, etc. Stop at Vic’s, the coolest place in town OBERG BROS. Bring in your Mower Work Now Repairs for all makes of Mowers General Blacksmithing 00lt6 £ Juntlt Five Little Peppers—William Spaulding, details Anderson, Gilbert Roslund, Maurice Wa lrat1' and Mae Chauner. Half a Rogue—Esther Campbell. Innocence Abroad—William Spaulding. The Spollcis—Us. Iiar.dy Andy—Lawrence Shaw. Lillie Marguerite— M rruerUs Shrader. Love’s Labor Lest (In other words ‘Stung!”) - Mario Mio. key. The Man Higher Up.—L con Merrick. Excuse Me.—From ninth period. The Only Way—To get there io to study. Inncccr.ce Abroad — Fr«ih.men. (Gitcnto 3 incc ijem (Cite Adam cast from Eden. Israelites left Egypt. Troians driven from Trey. Romans loft Gaul. Saracens froced from Eastern Europe. Saxons lest England. Charles exiled frem England. Columbus left Spain. Indians driven west by settlers. Paul Revere crosses Delaware. British driven frem America. Napoleon exiled. Lae driven from the North. Spain driven from Cuba. Turks forced from Ireland. New York gun-men cast into prison. Shaw cast from study hall, and exiled to the office. Discaso. Bash fulness Swelled Head Work uoo Goo Eyes Curly Hair Giggling Talking Being tardy Day Dreams Slow cf Speech Gommo-ticii Heart trouble Chewing gum Moodash OUR SICK LIST. Person Afflicted How Contracted. Cure. Lawrence Shaw Being awkward Unconsciousness. Freshmen Erroneous ideas cn their own See yourself os importance others see you Orioi Jerner Carrying five studies ■ A vacation. 4 Bessie Gyllir.g Looking at Seniors Study Arthur Mickey Curling Iron Baldness Maurino Walrath Its a mystery Old Age Freda Henson Desire to convince others Take a front seat. Mr. Stoddard Desire to sleep late An alarm clock. Harry Pike Irene—which cne No cure Bernice Brown We dc.n’t know. A megaphone. O. H. S. Students From O. H. S. Ancestors No hopes. Marion Gillespie Liking for a senior We cannot say Julia Bohio From childbed Lock-jaw. Marie Mickey By a fall-cut A few antes CHICAGO Plumbing I L U M B E S g Heating and COMPANY Air Headquarters for all Kinds of . Compressing Building Materials, Coal, All First Class Paints and Wire Fencing Work . . Telephone No. 5. — C.E. Milks, Manager. J. A. CARLSON The Popular Place Plumbing Heating Tin Work 1 Ice Cream and Soft Drinks i of All Kinds. Finest Line | of Bakery and Confectionery Goods. Gas and Electric Lights— Guaranteed Lightning Rods Bicycles and Supplies Meals At All Hours Have it done right at first and save repair bills IDEAL BAKERY Foral Skryja, Props. | South Side Square .'. Osceola, Neb. —See Us First. We Have It— | AMMON ARTHUR N. JOHNSON ® COMPANY That’s what you get in abundance when you buy a pair of Racine Oxfords. Gum Metal Button $3 75 Tan Button $4.0!) Tan Bluchcr $4.00 The Style shews in every line and curve. The comfort proves in every step you take. Whether you buy a button or a lace or a bluchcr pattern, it makes no difference—Style and Comfort are there—for keeps. And remember this, friends, when you go to buy oxfords—never 9 mind the size—get fitted. That’s a little tip that’s worth real money. Let it sink in. Then come to us and let us show you how shoes s lould be fitted to yield constant peace and long wear. the earnest man is in protecting and conserving his income, in assisting him to build the small surplus from each individual transaction into a lump sum which he can use as a working force, use to earn him more money. If you think a service of this kind would prove valuable to you we shall be glad to have you open an account with us. Comfort and Style F.very Step of the Way....... Arthur N. Johnson Co, Where Service OSCEOLA OSCEOLA, NEBRASKA ctki.' (fBbitoviitl Staff K