Paxton High School - Reflector Yearbook (Paxton, IL)

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If,9 COMMENCEMENT NUMBER, 1914 (Haas Jllatj Coliseum, Friday Evening May 22, 1914. ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME. CAST OF CHARACTERS. Alfred Hastings, Pettibone’s nephew..................... Herbert Swanson Tom McDow, a protege of Alfred’s......................... Albert Overstreet Theodore Bender, Esq., a retired produce dealer...........Carl Fagerburg Josephine Bender, his wife................................ Helen Ludlow Evangeline Bender, their daughter...........................Neta Rollins Mr. Egbert Pettibone, a peculiarly jealous man..............Floyd Carr Rosabelle Pettibone, his seond wife.........................Signe Olson Emily Pettibone, Pettibone’s daughter......................Ethel Wright Christopher Dabney, a broken down music teacher...........Walter Larson Judson Laughborne, a young man of leisure................Ernest Martinson Fifi Oritankski, from the Opera Comique.................. Miriam Rockwell Augustus McSnath, a friend of Pettibone’s youth.......................Einar Lindstrom Victor Smythe, in love with Emily Pettibone...............Dale McQuiston Thompson, a shoe dealer.................................. Austin Sandstedt Katie, maid at Pettibone’s..................................Mary Greenan Susan, another maid at Pettibone’s........................ Maud Rotramel Gretchen, Fifi’s maid .................................. Prudence Rotramel Bailiff, merely a bailiff..........................Chester Hammerlund Suffragettes—Marian Rideout, Anna Erickson, Bessie Greenan, Ruth Cade, Bess Bear, Ruth Lindgren. Music—Edla Johnson, Florence Cruzen. JUNIOR-SENIOR RECEPTION AT K. OF P. HALL, MAY 23, 1914. Toastmaster ............................................. Jamie Kerr Address of Welcome..................................Junior President Response ........................................... Senior President Violin Solo........................................... Marie Newman Toast—“We have been friends together in sunshine and in shade.” Gladys Bobo Piano Solo ......................................... Einar Lindstrom Toast—“Everywhere in life the true question is not what we gain but what we do.”.......................................... Walter Larson Piano Solo....................................... Laura Hammerstrand Prophecy.............................................. Marie Newman Class Will............................................ Helen Ludlow Vocal Solo............................................ Edla Johnson Toast ..............................................E. A. Messenger COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM, FRIDAY EVENING, MAY 29, 1914. “Acti labores jucundi.” Chorus—“Morning Invitation.” .................................. Veazie High School Girls. Invocation ..................................... Rev. A. P. Westerberg Chorus—“Barcarolle” ........................................ Offenbach High School Girls. Address—“The Glass Slipper,”....Lloyd C. Douglas, University of Illinois Vocal Solo—Selected.............Miss Alice Kimber, Supervisor of Music Presentation of Diplomas ................O. J. Bainum, Superintendent Chorus—“In the Harbor We’ve Been Sheltered”..........Graduating Class

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PAXTON HIGH SCHOOL REFLECTOR 168 The baccalaureate services of the class of 1914 will he held in the beautiful auditorium of the First Methodist Episcopal Church, Sunday evening, May 31, 1914. As has been the custom in the past, the speaker of the occasion was chosen by the members of the class. The present graduating class conferred this honor upon Rev. F. M. Webster, A.M., pastor of the Congregational Church. Rev. Webster is a man thoroughly qualified and highly cultured, having taken his classical course in Hillsdale College. After his graduation he received the A. M. degree from the same institution. His theological training was received at Tnion Seminary, located in New York City. He entered upon his duties as a pastor immediately, having charges in New York and Michigan. He was located at Whiting, Indiana, immediately previous to coming here. Rev. Webster’s message to the graduating class of P. H. S. upon the theme “Character Building,” will be looked forward to with no small degree of interest and satisfaction by both the general public and the class.

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P .XTON HIGH SCHOOL KKFLKCTOK 170 Question Box Mr. Editor: — What is considered the seat of honor in an automobile? - -■Miriam. Ans.—Near the wheel, of course. Mr. Editor:—Do you think it is time for me to Ret my summer wardrobe? I have the reputation in the school of being “some dresser,”, and am trying to maintain it. Any suggestions as to fancy ties and when they should be worn would be greatly appreciated—“Pink.” Ans.—You are too conscientious. Dress well but very modestly. Never wear polka dot or fancy striped ties. Dear Mr. Editor:—Is it really true that “absence makes the heart grow fonder,” and that distance lends enchantment?’’ Dont you think it Is proper for a young man living at a distance to call upon a young lady at least twice a w. ek? He lives seven milts away and the fare is 2c. a mile. —Edla. Ans.—Most assuredly. Dear Mr. Editor:—I am interested in the H. S. orchestra, and wish to know how' many first violins there should be? Ans.—Ask Marie. We don’t dare. Mr. Editor:—'What shall I do with a young lady who faints often and at foolish things?—Floyd. Ans.—Carry her out! Dear Mr. Editor:—Why does Neta persist in going to Kankakee, continually?—A Junior. Ans.—There is but one reason. She evidently has interests there. Dear Editor:—I sell tickets at a show in town, and when a certain young gentleman friend comes, is it perfectly correct for me to let him in free? Ans.—No; not if his father is a judge. They have plenty of money. Mr. Editor:—Advise me what to do if I receive a letter intended for another young man?—“Tub.” Ans.—By no means read it. You might find something not intended for you. Mr. Editor:—What shall I do if I have too many rings? I want to wear them all but I am afraid they are too gorgeous.—Marion Rideout. Ans.—Pawn some of them, wear a few on a chain around your neck, and then if you have any left distribute them among your friends.