Paxton High School - Reflector Yearbook (Paxton, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1924 volume:

32 - S v � ' • -—.V- Ml - • IMVM b I (••••I • V � 1A4 •W� i Tile Reflector PUBLISHED BY Tiie Senior Class OF THE P. C. H. S. PAXTON, ILLINOIS VOLUME NINETEEN 1924 This schoolhouse, the home of P. C. H. S., Our dear Alma Mater forever will be; The place where most have met with success. The place where we work till our future we see. TO MISS EVELYN WYLIE We dedicate this volume of the Reflector as a token of our appreciation for the services she has so efficiently rendered to our class during the last two years of our high school life. PAXTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL BOARD N. V. Lateer, President J. C. T. Strong W. R. Watts H. P. Larson, Secretary Walter S. Kiest Roy L. Spires, B. E. Paxton, Illinois Superintendent of Paxton Schools Civics Graduate of Illinois State Normal University Superintendent of Leland High School, two years Paxton. 1923-1924 JF aru 1 9 John J. Swinney, A. B. Principal of P. C. H. S. Mathematics and Science Director of Athletics Graduate of William Jewell College Graduate work at University of Chicago Taught at Blackwell, Okla., 1920-22 Paxton. 1922-24 Maude Gracen Salem, Mich. Commercial Work Senior Class Advisor Faculty Advisor of Reflector Graduate of Michigan State Normal College, and Cleary Business College Taught at Plymouth, Mich., 4 years Paxton, 3 years HIda V. Hieronymus, B. Ed. Atlanta, Illinois History Sophomore Class Advisor Physical Training Graduate of Illinois State Normal University Taught at Madison High School, and Principal of Murdock School Paxton, 1 year Beulah M. Howell, A. B. Eureka, 111. Mathematics Freshman Class Advisor Graduate of Eureka College Taught at Rushville, 111., and Biggsville, 111. Paxton, 2 years J. Alden Werden, B. S. in Ag., Eng. Paxton, Illinois Science Junior Class Advisor Graduate of Iowa State College Taught at Elkader High School, Elkader, 111. Paxton, 1 year Kathleen Kerns, A. B. Dana, Ind. Latin and English Sophomore Class Advisor Literary Society Advisor Interscholastic Debate Coach Senior Play Coach Graduate of DePauw University Teacher at Paxton, three years Merrill T. Eaton Paxton, III. Manual Training and Mechanical Drawing Athletics and National Guard, Commanding Co. A. Captain 1 30th Infantry Attended Indiana State Normal three years, also Nordyke-Morman Vocational School, and University of Illinois. Taught at Burns City, Indiana, one year; Wingate, Indiana, one year Paxton, four years Mildred Sharp. Ph. B. Mattoon, 111. English Senior Advisor Faculty Advisor of Headlight Graduate of University of Chicago Teacher at Paxton. I year Evelyn Wylie, A. B. Paxton, 111. French and English Senior Class Advisor Orchestra Director Graduate of DePauw University Teacher at Paxton, 2 years Moneta Troxel, B. S. DeLand, 111. General Science and Biology Glee Club Director Freshman Class Advisor Graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University Paxton, 1 year Dorothy Eaton Paxton, 111. Sewing and Pedagogy Junior Class Advisor Graduate of Indiana State Normal Taught at Russiaville High School, Ind. Paxton, 2 years E. L. Pierce Paxton, 111. High School Choruses Girls' and Boys' Glee Clubs Beginners' Orchestra Studied under Prof. McKinney, of Champaign, and Prof. Bassett, of Bloomington American Conservatory of Music Normal Course at Normal, 111. University of Chicago Mattie Hammerstrand, R. N. Paxton, 111. School Nurse Graduate of Augustana Training School Nurses, Chicago, 111. Paxton, 2 years SENIOR JUNIOR r: . Elmer Corbly French Senior Class President Platonian Society; Love Pirates of Hawaii; Boys Entertainment, '22; Junior Carnival, '23; Baseball, 21. '22, '23; Basketball, 22, '23; Football Captain, '22. '23. Doc holds high honors in our class, He's President, you know; Slow and easy is his pace. He does everything just so. Irma Morrison Scarlet Fever Senior Vice-President Platonian Society; G. A. C., '23; Class Treasurer, '23; Junior Carnival, '23; Reflector Staff, '24. If a friend you want so true. Surely you’ll say Irma will do; In Latin and chemistry her grades are so high. Faithful and loving she'll be for aye. Nina Mullinax Playing the Piano Senior Secretary Glee Club. 21; G. A. C.t '21; Follies of Fashion; Junior Carnival; Orchestra, '24. It is P. H. S. that claims her. This dear little Senior lass; She's a musician, designer, and a seamstress. And the Secretary of our class. Russell Johnson Grinning Senior Treasurer Platonian Society; Tennis, '22, '23; Basketball, '22, '23, '24; Football, 22, 23; Athletic Editor of Headlight, '23, '24. Onward to manhood now he goes. Yielding our nation a citizen true; Of sterling worth, as everyone knows, Through athletic career and grade cards, too.’’ Phoebe Johnson Displaying Senior Dignity Platonian Literary Society; Junior Carnival, '23; G. A. C., '23; Freshman Girls Baseball. Phoebe is gracious and charming. What a wonderful teacher she'll be; She puts her whole soul into her work, And is all that a Senior should be. Gladys Hodam Waiting for the Interurban Platonian Literary Society; Glee Club, three years; Orchestra, four years. Better by far than gold or pearls. Is a cheery smile and a helping hand. That is why, of all the girls, Gladys is a priceless friend. Leroy Johnson Making others laugh (when they shouldn’t) Class President, '23; Orchestra, '24; Tennis, '22, 23; Baseball, 23; Platonian Literary Society. We Seniors are proud of our Johnsons; Leroy is one among many we claim. He s a wonderful friend in time of need; Freshmen or Seniors, he treats them the same. Viola Gylander Studying Athenaeum Society; Glee Club, 23; G. A. C., '23; “Old Fashioned Garden, ‘23; Junior Carnival, '23; Reflector Staff, '24. In every class of Seniors, There is one who makes the score. It is she who ranks the highest In our class of 24. Ebba Tinberg Typing Athenaeum Society; Dinner at Six, 21; Sally, 22; Old Fashioned Garden. 23; Glee Club. '23; G. A. C„ 23. Oh, I m a very tiny lass, Altho 1 m in the Senior class, A business head and capable mind, The best 1 m sure that you could find. Martha Belle Dunnan Singing Athenaeum Society; Sally; Old Fashioned Garden; Glee Club 3 years; Orchestra 3 years; Junior Carnival; Follies of Fashion; Junior-Senior Banquet Committee. Do you long to hear a care-free laugh When you feel down-hearted and blue? Martha Belle, so sweet and shy, Can make the dark clouds shine anew. Peter Rasmussen Making Friends Athenaeum Society; Basketball, '21; Boys’ Entertainment, '21 ; Pandora’s Box, '21; Better English Play, ’21; F-ootball, ’23; Boys' Glee Club, '23, 24; Love Pirates of Hawaii, '23; Follies of Fashion, '23; Country Justice, 22; French Club, '23, '24. Now here s a lad whom you must meet, This stalwart young fellow called Danish Pete; He has a jolly handshake and friendly manner. You 11 also notice he’s prone to stammer. Pauline Given Worrying over speed tests Platonian Society; Glee Club, 21, '22, '23; G. A. C, '23; Junior Carnival; Reflector Staff, 24; French Club, '23. Quiet, industrious, demure. Is not all we say of her, Willing to lend a helping hand, Clever and quick to understand. Sarah Mae Kenney Studying French Platonian Literary Society; G. A. C., '23; Reflector Staff, '24. This girl s ne’er heard to fuss; I wish that some of us Could be equal to Sarah Mae Kenney, For her disposition is better than ever. Rachel Thompson Arline Carlsten Vice-President. 21; Athletic Board. 21; Athenaeum Society Committee. '21; Humorous Reading. '22; “Sally, '22; President Athenaeum Society. '23; Exchange Editor, 23; Junior Carnival, 23; “Green Stockings. '23; Editor-in-Chief Headlight, 24; Cheer Leader, '21, '22, '23, '24; Business Manager Reflector, 24; President Alumni Association. '24. A little gypsy queen have we. Along with all the others you see; With waving tresses, and jet black eyes. A very good sport, no one denies. Goldie Carlson Studying Platonian Literary Society; Glee Club. '23. Little said, yet something done Toward accomplishing my share Of this day's task, at the setting sun Goldie of this surely feels aware. Evalyn Turner Giggling Athenaeum Literary Society; G. A. C.. '23; Junior Carnival; “Follies of Fashion.” '23; Old Fashioned Garden. '23. With her happy smile and sincerity. Evelyn is the girl for me. Zetta Jones Clerking Platonian Society; Girls’ Glee Club, 23; G. A. C., 23; Basketball; Baseball; Junior Carnival. It is hard to choose the phrases. And the words that fit her best; For she's just a jolly Senior, True and loyal to P. H. S. Carl Campbell Traveling (Paxton to Clarence) Basketball, ’22, ’23, ’24; Football, ’23. ’24; Baseball, 21. ’22. '23. ’24; Tennis, 22, 23; Class President, ’21; Reflector Staff, 24; Athenaeum Literary Society. In athletics Carl s right there. At shooting baskets he s a bear; Football, baseball, and tennis, too. And the letters he has are not few. Robert Moffett Appearing before the public (?) Athenaeum Society; Secretary, ‘20; Basketball. 19. 21; Baseball. ’20, 21 ; Boys’ Entertainment, '21; Vice-President, ’21; Better English Play, 21; “Dinner at Six, ” ’22; Orchestra, 22, 23, 24; Football, 22, 23; Boys Glee Club, '2 3, '24. Bob s a musician, but he won’t confess it; And e en tho he’s shy, he deserves much credit. Marion Peile Giggling Platonian Program, '23; Literary Contest, 23; Junior Carnival, ‘23; Reflector Staff, 24; Headlight Staff, '24; Vice-President Platonian Society, '24; Secretary French Club, ’24. Smile and be happy, Each day that goes by; Life will be merry And honors roll high. Raymond Johnson Showing Freshies how to yell Athenaeum Society; Vice-President, 20; Cheer Leader, '20, 21, '22, '23; Athletic Board of Control; Oration, ’21; Track, '21; Business Manager of Better English Reflector; ‘‘Love Pirates of Hawaii; Country Justice, '22; Society Debate, '21, ‘23; Inter-Society Debate, ‘23; Inter-Scholastic Debate, '24; Sally, 22. He’s the liveliest that ever was found; Good times are in store when Raymie's around. Robert Benjamin Delivering Meat Platonian Society; Football, 22, ‘23; “Green Stockings, 23. Bang, what a cheerful lad. Never has been seen sad; He’d sooner sing and dance and play Than spend his time some other way. Harriet Cain Fords Platonian Society; Bargain Day at Bloomstein’s, 21; Glee Club, 23. There is one among our many Who is slim and fair and tall; And when we call her Shorty, She doesn't mind at all. Orren Pierce Bluffing the Teachers Platonian Society; Bargain Day at Bloomstein's, '21; Basketball, 21-24; Class Vice-President, '22; Football, '23; Orchestra, '24; Boys Glee Club, ‘24; Platonian President, '23; Boys' Entertainment, 23; Reflector Staff, ‘24; Junior Carnival, '23. He is short, we call him Shorty; A good athlete he will make; A musician and a hustler. Though he stays out pretty late. Bessie Steward Playing a Piano Platonian Society; Bargain Day at Bloomstein’s, '2 I ; Literary Contest, 21; Class Secretary, ’22; Out of the Nowhere. '22; Treasurer Platonian Society, '2 3; Junior Carnival, '23; G. A. C., 23; Glee Club, 24; Reflector Staff, 24; Follies of Fashion, ’23. Bessie S. is a smart little lass. She makes things hum in our Senior class; A very good scholar you all may see. Her score is high, as a Senior’s should be. Harold Hagens Studying Platonian Society; Pandora's Box, '21; Love Pirates of Hawaii, '22; Vice-President of French Club, ’24; Boys’ Entertainment, ’21. Small of stature, light of hair; As a good sport, Harold’s there. Frances Glad Showing Senior Dignity Girls Glee Club, 24; Junior Carnival, ’23. A very dignified little lass Is Frances G. of our Senior class. Mildred Kirkpatrick Giggling Athenaeum Society; Treas. Athenaeum Society, 21; Literary Contest, '21; Girls' Basketball, ’21; Sally. ’23; Glee Club, 23; Athenaeum Entertainment, ’24; Vice-President Athenaeum Society, 24; Reflector Staff, '24. A very good sport is Mildred K., This I’m sure you all will say; Oh. she can laugh and dance and play. She s out for fun most any day. Florence Lindquist Just looking sweet Athenaeum Society; Glee Club; G. A. C., 23; Follies of Fashion; Junior Carnival; Old Fashioned Garden. Laugh and play from sun to sun, There's nothing wrong in simple fun; But hush a moment, a secret I'll tell. She’s babe of the class, and handles it well. Emily Wylie Being called down the 6th hour Literary Contest, Violin, 21; Literary Contest, Piano, '22; Sally,” '22; Orchestra, '21, 22, '23, '24; Glee Club, '2 3; Headlight Staff, '23; Junior Carnival, '23; Green Stockings, '2 3; Vice-President Class, '23; Vice President French Club, '23; Organization Mgr. Reflector, '24; President Athenaeum Society, '24. Gay Emily Wylie is a Senior, too; She has so many admirers she scarcely knows what to do. But she treats them all equally, and it is said. That never a romance goes to her head. Lillie Johnson Frederick the Great Platonian Literary Society; Class Treasurer, '22. A fine little teacher will Lillie make, And this I’m sure is no mistake; Altho’ she is a shy little lass. She’s a shining ray in our Senior class. Fred Erickson A Lily Platonian Literary Society; Boys Glee Club, '24; Junior Carnival; Bargain Day at Bloomstein’s,” 21; Boys' Entertainment, '21. Fred, a mighty lad is he. For along with school work, too. He's carried a courtship on the side. And that’s more than most boys can do. Arlins Carlsten Rachel Thompson Platonian Society; Class Secretary, 21; Bargein Day at Bloomstein's, 21; Out of the Nowhere, 22; Literary Contest, 22; Literary Program, 23; Class Secretary, 23; Glee Club, 21. 23; Junior Carnival, 23; Follies of Frshion, 23; Reflector Staff, 24; Platonian Program, 24; Literary Contest, 24. This girl I'm going to have you guess, It won’t be hard, 1 must confess; She has golden locks and eyes of blue, And to her study she is ever true. Bercille Burkard Clint Athenaeum Society; Old Fashioned Garden; G. A. C., 23. Attention, my readers, and hearken to me, As 1 look in the crystal ball I see That this sweet lass with wonderful eyes. Will ever be deemed a perfect prize. Walter Swanson To be on time Athenaeum Society. A better lad you never knew, A friend ever faithful, ever true; A very good student in every class. And that is the reason he’s going to pass. Winona Gardner Cutting Up Athenaeum Society; Junior Carnival, 23; Follies of Fashion, 23; Glee Club, 2 3; G. A. C., 2 3; Headlight Staff, 24; Orchestra, 24; Athenaeum Program, 24. A very lovable little lass Have we in our Senior class; Chock full of nonsense, brimful of fun. If you want a good time, Gardner’s the one. Myrtle Stange Helping Others Athenaeum Society; G. A. C., 24; Reflector Staff, '24; Junior Carnival. I'm trying to think, (my mind’s in a whirl) Of something to write about this fine girl; Her qualities are many, they're all good, too. Twould take a long time to tell them to you. Frank Platt Dozing Platonian Literary Society; Junior Carnival, 23. The world's no better if we worry; Life's no longer if we hurry. Faye Jones Being a Friend Athenaeum Society; Pandora's Box, '21 ; Glee Club, '2 3; G. A. C.. '23. This little maid with eyes of blue. To P. C. H. S. will e'er be true. Arnold Carlsten Sleeping Platonian Society; Bargain Day at Bloomstein s, 21 ; Pantomime, 22; Football, '23; Basketball Tournament, '24. Many a friend has Arnold won With his dimpled smile and sincerity; You can't blame the teachers for losing their hearts. For he's jolly and frank and quite witty. CLASS HISTORY It was in September, 1920, that a throng of green Freshies entered the walls of P. C. H. S., frightened by the great admiration of the upper classmen. They numbered seventy-one strong, and their brightness swelled out upon the air, and was felt by everyone, even the dignified. Now, after four years in this temple of learning, we are about to depart, dignified, and equipped with sufficient (?) knowledge to serve us for life. Of this goodly number, there remains but thirty-nine. We expect all these will receive their diplomas, with full honors, in June. During the first year, being Freshmen and blessed with the usual amount of GREENNESS and modesty, we attended mainly to our own business, which kept us well occupied. Our one and only diverting activity was a picnic, which everyone enjoyed, although it did take some time to pay the pickle bill. The class is very proud to recall that Orren Pierce was elected Captain of the “Basketball Team his first year in P. C. H. S. In our Sophomore year little was done besides getting our lessons, except on September 22, 1921, when a weiner roast was held at Kemp's farm. During these two years we kept our eyes and ears open and were ready to make ourselves known during our Junior year. The various activities of this year gave us the name of the “peppiest class in P. C. H. S. Leroy Johnson was elected Class President. The class is pleased to accredit our advisors. Miss Wylie and Miss Geyer, with giving us much friendly aid and valuable counsel during the year. Our first sign of life was a class picnic held October 1 3, at Harding’s woods. After eating, the time was spent in singing and telling stories, some of which were so spooky that several almost stayed all night, as they were afraid to go home. During the year various things were done to raise money for the class. A carnival, which was a great success, was given; candy was sold at football and basketball games, and a silver tea was held at the home of Emily Wylie on May 10. Two Junior Tag Days were held for the purpose of collecting Junior dues. In the middle of the year, the class bought their pins and rings. Santa Claus delivered them to them for Christmas. As a final for the Junior events, the Junior-Senior banquet was held at the Middlecoff Hotel on May 25. Places were set for nearly one hundred. After the address and response of the class Presidents, and the toasts by Mr. Swinney and Mr. Hoskinson, a short entertainment was given by some of the members of the Junior class. Now we come to our last and Senior year. Many have dropped out until there are only thirty-nine out of the original seventy-one. Some of these members have been together since the first grade of the Paxton schools. Among these are Russell Johnson. Arline Carlsten, Robert Benjamin, Ebba Tinberg, Emily Wylie, Martha Belle Dunnan, Frances Glad, Nina Mullinax, Evelyn Turner, Bessie Steward, Bercille Burkard, Zetta Jones, Rachel Thompson, Arnold Carlsten and Pauline Given. The Class of '24 has had more than its share of members in the athletic —PAGE TWENTY ONE— teams, and all other worthy activities of the school, including literary work. Three out of the five regulars on this year’s basketball team were Seniors. Doc Corbly and Carl Campbell were captains of the football teams of '22 and '23 respectively. The class play, the Junior-Senior Banquet, Commencement and Baccalaureate services are events of the spring. Others will take our places and old P. C. H. S. will no doubt go on without us, but if the Class of '24 has done nothing for the betterment of the school or for ourselves, our four years here have been wasted—so we hope that we have accomplished at least some small thing which will help us along life's way. Harriet Cain. Mildred Kirkpatrick. COMMENCEMENT WEEK Commencement activities will open with the Junior-Senior banquet, Friday evening, May 16, at the Methodist church. The Seniors and Faculty will be entertained by the Juniors. On Sunday evening. May 25, the Baccalaureate services will be held at the First Lutheran church. Rev. Oscar Purn will deliver the sermon, and the Lutheran choir will furnish the music. The Senior play, The Gypsy Rover, will be given at the Coliseum, Tuesday evening. May 2 7, at 8 o’clock. This is a musical comedy, which everyone will enjoy. The following are the leading characters: Constance____ Rob_________ Meg---------- Marto________ Sir George___ Sinfo _______ Zara_________ Jerome_______ Nina_________ Lord Craven _ Sir Toby Lion Lackey ______ McCorkle_____ _______Arline Carlsten _____Robert Benjamin ________Harriet Cain _____Arnold Carlsten ________Orren Pierce ___Raymond Johnson _Mildred Kirkpatrick ________Carl Campbell Martha Belle Dunnan _____Peter Rasmussen _____Russell Johnson _____Harold Hagens ________Elmer Corbly The other members of the Senior class will be included in the chorus numbers. The High School Orchestra will furnish the music. On Thursday evening, May 29, the Commencement exercises will be held at the Coliseum. Professor Butler, of the University of Chicago, will deliver the address. —PAGE TWKNTY-TWO— CLASS PROPHECY A very queer job is given to me. Foretelling what the fates should be Of our dear class of twenty-four— So the distant future I begin to explore. I see Elmer Corbly with a birch-rod in hand. Professor of language, in French he is grand. As master of chemistry, LeRoy we may see. With Gladys his helper—who else could it be? Great praise is due to Nina’s name, As our President s secretary she has won great fame. And a dancing teacher, graceful, polite, Is Mildred Kirkpatrick, her pupils' delight. Carl Campbell’s in politics, woe to his fate— He s running for governor of Idaho state. A real-estate man is Fred Elmer E., If property you wish, it’s him you should see. As farmers’ wives, 1 also can see Phoebe, Bercille, and Frances G., And Harriet 1 see a missionary brave, For Africa’s poor she freely gave. Harold Hagen’s a merchant, who’s getting rich quick; Pete Rasmussen I see a layer of brick; And the exquisite speeches Raymond has made On government troubles makes opponents afraid. As nurses in white and happy? Oh yesl In our class there are two—Irma and Bess; While Myrtle, artistic, beautiful and tall. Is the President’s wife in the White House hall. Engineer in mechanics is Russell J., And handles his tools in a learned way. As Sousa the second, Orren Pierce takes the stand— A leader of what 1 should call a large band. As school ma’ams also, there are quite a few— There s Evalyn and Sarah and Lily J., too. Stenographers swift, the number is three— I see Ebba and Zetta and Goldie C. —PAGE TWENTY-FOUR— He's living high class on the money he’s made. Another class member I see at this time— Bang's chauffeur. Bob Moffett, he’s right in his prime. Florence Lindquist it seems is quite far away. She's the wife of some man, just who 1 can t say. Martha Belle is an actress; say, boy, she's some star. With Emily a pianist, who’s way above par. In a nice little tea-shop on Broadway I see Arline and Rachel—it’s called Busy Bee. As an author of fiction, Viola, whose name Is listed with those who have won great fame. A sturdy lad with a well-trained mind, Walter Swanson to farming his life has resigned. Frank Platt is a banker, who has lots of money; If he doesn't die rich, it'll be kind’a funny. A teacher of science, I see Pauline G., Her puDils are noted for their ability. Nona Gardner and Marion are hairdressers, who Have such a great business, spare minutes are few. Arnold Carlsten is lost and cannot be found— More’n likely he's dead, buried deep in the ground. And that is the last of this wonderful class, With the fates of each boy and each little lass. —Arnold Carlsten. I WANT TO BE A SENIOR I want to be a Senior And with the Seniors sfand; With an eversharp behind my ear And a notebook in my hand. I wouldn’t be a Junior handy. For at all the gamrs they must sell candy. I wouldn’t be an emperor For all the wealth twould bring; 1 wouldn’t be an angel. For angels have to sing. I d rather be a Senior And never do a thing. —Marie Brown. —PAfJE TWENTY-FIVE- We, the Senior Class of 1924, in thirty-nine distinct and individual parts, being about to pass out of this sphere of education, in full possession of a well-trained memory, a human understanding and complete and sound mind, do make and publish this, our last will and testament, which in form and contents is as follows: Section 1. We give and bequeath to our faculty, who have been our loved instructors through a sweet and unbroken succession of restful nights and peaceful dreams, our heartfelt gratitude and thanks. No longer need they worry over the startling and amazing knowledge that we have furnished them on our examination papers. We trust that the faculty will feel, hereafter, at will to use these bits of wisdom and enlightenment as they wish, for the benefit of humanity and civilization. Section 11. We give and bequeath to our principal, Mr. J. J. Swinney, and superintendent, Mr. R. L. Spires, our most sincere, undivided affection, respect and heartiest gratitude. Section 111. We give to the Freshmen our good sense, knowledge and unerring judgment in all school affairs. We also wish to give a little advice: Always follow the straight and narrow path and have a little enjoyment with it, as the class of 24 has done, and we are sure it will lead you to glory. Section IV. To the Sophomore Class, we bequeath our wonderful ability and skill in selling tickets for all entertainments and especially for movies. Section V. To the Junior Class we give, since they are next year s Seniors, our dignity, and by all means our social ability. Section VI. We, the Senior Class of '24, do give and bequeath the following pet characteristics of our class to those whom we think will be most benefited by them. 1. Irma Morrison, her fare for trips between Clarence and Paxton on the Nickel Plate, to anyone needing funds. 2. Robert Benjamin, his longitude to Wayne Morris. 3. Pauline Given, her giving spirit to Mildred Kelsheimer. 4. Robert Moffett, his ability to syncopate the saxophone to Edgar Rulison. 5. Frank Platt, his quiet disposition to Norman Swanson. 6. Doc Corbly, his information concerning the advantage of a five-year H. S. course to Frances Lindley. 7. Mildred Kirkpatrick, her artistic kick to Mabelle Frette. 8. Zetta Jones, her secret how to obtain a graceful walk to Nita Morris. 9. Russell Johnson, his athletic ability to Grant Tinberg. 1 0. Marion Piele, her freckles to the girls of the Sophomore Class. 1 1. Myrtle Stange, her quiet modesty to Wendell Cornell. —PAGE TWENTY-SEVEN— 12. Carl Campbell, his attractiveness to F. E. Johnson. 1 3. Harriet Cain, her long, golden locks, which are no more, to Lucille McFadden. I 4. Bercille Burkard, her giggling disposition to Clifford Webber. 15. Arnold Carlsten, his melodious voice to Wilbur Morrison. 16. Martha Dunnan, her sweet disposition to LaVaughn Risser. I 7. Goldie Carlson, her speediness, especially on the typewriter, to anyone who wants it. 18. Frances Glad and Ebba Tinberg, their fast friendship to Jenney Lind and Dorothy Hill. 20. Orren Pierce, his Senior importance to Edna Carlson. 21. Nina Mullinax and Emily Wylie, their exchange at the piano on Monday and Wednesday to Lillian Ernst and Porter Orr. 22. Sarah Mae Kenney, the care of her brother to Vernette Larson. 23. Walter Swanson, his popularity amongst girls to Sidney Johnson. 24. Evalyn Turner, her slow and easy gate to Howard Benjamin. 25. Viola Gylander, her self-consciousness to Katherine Beland. 26. Harold Hagens, his interest in a certain Freshman girl to Wesley Hendrickson. 27. Phoebe Johnson, her knowledge of how to cast alluring eyes to boys across the assembly to Leta Chrisman. 28. Bessie Steward, her ability of writing captivating notes to Mildred Berdine. 29. Lillie Johnson, her charming ways to the one and only to Dwight Kruwel. 30. Gladys Hodam, her studious nature to Lucille Papineau. 31. Winona Gardner, her literary and poetic talent to Lillie Volden. 32. Pete Rasmussen, his sober mien and stand-in with the teachers to Kenneth Stanford. 33. Florence Lindquist, her Senior dignity to Hazel Truex. 34. Leroy Johnson, his chemistry ability to Bang 11. 35. Arline Carlsten, her irrepressible, irresponsible, contagious laughter to Mae Frederickson. 36. Rachel Thompson, her ability of leadership in all events to Lorene Martin. 37. Raymie Johnson, his interests in Champaign to Red Campbell. Rachel Thompson. Arline Carlsten. —PAGE TWENTY-EIGHT— SENIOR HOROSCOPE N nine Known l� 1. “Boh” Benjamin— -- -His goggles. 2. Bercille Burkard - _ -Her quiet manner 3. Harriet Cain.. Her inches 4. Goldie Carlson.. __ .. Her lisping.. 5. Carl Campbell His big brown eyes.. 6. Arline Carlsten .Her giggle 7. Arnold Carlsten -His pretty dimples 8. Elmer Corbly His slow walk 9. Martha Dunnan .Her gracefulness 10. Fred Erickson. _ . His talkativeness 11. Winona Gardner Her calmness 12. Pauline liven 13. Frances Glad .Her desire to study. 14. Viola Gylander.. _ K nowledge 15. Gladys Hodam - Her smiles 16. Lillie Johnson. _ Her sincereness 17. Russell Johnson -His jolly manner 18. Phoebe Johnson -Her many suitors 19. Leroy Johnson. His deeds 20. Sarah Kenney _ -Her kindness 21. Mildred Kirkpatrick.. Her jig 90 Irma Morrison. Her ways 23. Nina Mullinax Her skip. _ _ 24. Zetta Jones -.Her stride 25. Marion Piele. -Her giggle 26. “Shorty Pierce 27. Frank Platt -Being busy 28. Florence Lindquist -Her laugh 29. Myrtle Stange _ -Her stateliness 30. Bessie Steward Her grin 31. Walter Swanson .. ..His Flirting ways? 32. Robert Moffett His swelled head 33. Ebba Tin berg. _ _ Her lovely tresses 34. Evalyn Turner - Her eyes 35, Emily Wylie - Her musical talent 36. Rachel Thompson Her “Pep” 37. Peter Rasmussen -His happy way 38. Raymond Johnson H Is hardness? 39. Harold Hagens -His winning smile Kitviirltr llmint Hoopeston____________ Greater Paxton ______ In her coupe_________ 4 miles S. W......... Clarence___________ With other three?___ Pan Sam's__________ Ryberg’s -------- _ Hasn't any----------- Rnw :t. s. at :t Ludlow____ . ___ Johnson’s Dry Hoods. Where needed most.. t boms------------ In his coupe. School______ Library------ At heels of Myrtle.. At Angelo’s-------- � i veil’s_________ ' n rostrum_________ At show--- -- ---- On the back porch . - On a dance floor____ t Canine’s-------- At Pap’s_____■----- Never said _ .Under reading lamp. Depot_______________ Not far from home?. Who knows?__________ Anywhere___________ With the rest__ ____ Where Walt is... . French room________ Champaign----------- Uurence’s-------- .. I ri n ri | n I A in unfiUfHt .DHIl'illK ------------- Ford riding ____________ Arguing. .Winking ... --- -Having dates___________ Watching twin brother. Making perfect copy---- .Studying?_______________ Taking care of Jimmy---- Getting fussed---------- Dusting davenport ----- .Making friends---------- .Being ciulet_______ ___ Blushing________________ .Playing Piano---- ---- ..Writing notes ___ ____ .Knocking on window------ Flirting — Acting a fool___________ Putting on powder_____ ..Talking________________ Advising Bessie____ ___ .Talking to Non!______ _ Teaching Sunday school. ..Being editor___________ Kidding the girls_______ ..Listening in __________ Riding In a Ford _____ Helping others_________ . Writing notes to boys.. ..Learning something_____ ..Playing the Sax________ Typing__________________ ..Having a good time_____ . Trying to help_________ ..Making things possible. .Running to school._____ ..Debating ____ ____ ____ .. Robbing the cradle____ • . i Favorite Word Decree of Fate |„ Am. I.angiingr Meat market--------------Sleep Farmer’s wife......... __ Bobbed Sunday school teacher_____Short Private secretary_________Speed Preacher---------------- Patrick Novelist..................—Walking Poet------------------- Arguing .Gentleman of leisure______Seven Prima Donna------------ ..Happiness .Undertaker___ .Lily Police Mistress----------Moonlight Missionary. -------------Butter Milliner-----------------Knowledge . Aviatrix___ ____________Dates .Bungalow-----------------Thinking .Housewife_______________ Dearest . Man of letters__________Bashfulness .Heaven--------------------Masculine ..Some man________________Girls .School Ma'am __________ .Mail (male) .ills wife________________Hump Elocutionist ___________Scarlet .Vaudeville_______________Play? .Temperance worker _______Dictation . Orator___________________Evening Lawyer _________________ Chickens Doctor___________________Mumps Poetess ___ ______________History Blushing bride___________Printing Nobody knows ______ ___ .Beaux .Founder of Girls' College-Miss ..A noted musician.________Susie .Chorus girl______________Housekeeping ..Dancing mlsress________ .Flirting -Artist of music__________Chemistry . Model___________________Skeezix Banker___________________Graduating -Eng. Lord________________Courtesy . Inventor________________Money PAGE TWENTY-NINE- 1924 REFLECTOR STAFF Marion Piele______ Irma Morrison_____ Rachel Thompson. Peter Rasmussen___ Emily Wylie_______ Bessie Steward____ Carl Campbell_____ Orren Pierce______ Pauline Given_____ Sarah Mae Kenney. Arline Carlsten___ Myrtle Stange_____ Viola Gylander____ Mildred Kirkpatrick ________________________Editor ____________Assistant Manager ____________Business Manager -.Assistant Business Manager __________Organization Editor Assistant Organization Editor _______________Athletic Editor _______Assistant Athletic Editor __________________Snaps Editor _______Assistant Snaps Editor ____________________Art Editor _______-.Assistant Art Editor _______________Literary Editor ___________________Joke Editor COMMENCEMENT DAY On Commencement Day the gentle breeze Blows through the ruffling, leafy trees; Goes through the radiant lily fields And wafts the scent each blossom yields. On Commencement Day the soft wind swells, And to each bird and flower tells The coming of a future day. Where love and lights reveals the way. On Commencement Day we bid farewell To all our friends we’ve loved so well; Thus when school life doth depart. It takes something from our hearts. So from our thoughts this Commencement Day, Like chimes that ring in silver play; Like fragrance borne upon the air. Let goodness rise in solemn prayer. —Zetta Jones. —PAGE THIRTY— t CLASS HISTORY In September, 1921, seventy-one Freshmen entered P. C. H. S.. We were green, but we were happy. At first, of course, we ran helter skelter, but at last we organized and chose the following officers: President, Irvin Johnson; vice-president, Dorothy Hill; treasurer, Dorothy Anderson; secretary, Ella Hanson. We entertained ourselves with picnics and such, but in order to prove we were not all frivolous, several of our class entered literary work. Our second entrance was made in September, 1922, when we came in as Sophomores. There was a great decrease in our number, as many had decided to leave our happy throng, but we numbered sixty-four. As officers we chose: President, Sidney Johnson; vice-president, Lyndall Holly; treasurer, Irvin Johnson, and secretary, Ella Hanson. These people guided us through the paths of school during our giddy Sophomore days. Many of our class were stars in athletics and others in the literary field. Our third entrance was made in September, 1923, when forty-nine of us came back to be Juniors. Our officers are: President, Howard Benjamin; vice-president, Lyndall Holly; treasurer, Irvin Johnson, and secretary, Dorothy Anderson. We have done great deeds in this, our Junior year, in the lines of raising money, also in athletic and literary lines. Next year we ll come back, we hope, as high and mighty Seniors, and show everyone what a truly wonderful class we are, in case they do not know it now. —Clara Hammerlund. THE JUNIOR CLASS We wandered lonely as the birds That flew beneath the cloudless sky, Until we saw a beckoning dome. Which we found out was Paxton High. We entered in through big glass doors And up the stair so gently. Into a large capacious hall, That honored room, the assembly. For one long year we stood the test And we four credits earned, Till in the spring of twenty-three We with eight credits adjourned. And now we are the peppy bunch. The Junior Class, you bet; We re plodding on to reach our goal. To win it step by step. In the years of twenty-four and five The Seniors we expect to be. And pave a way for those astray. As we were once, you see. —Hazel Burkard. —PAGE THIKTY-SIX— Listen. What is this that attracts my attention? Is it a Latin student studying his declension? No, it is not a student of Latin that I see. But a Junior studying his English three. Now there is Dryden, I heard him well, With his flattery poem on Oliver Cromwell; He boasts of Cromwell and his attire And brings in his political satire. Now next there is Jonathan Swift, Literature considers him a wonderful gift; I m getting tired of all his disposal And of his theme in ‘‘The Modest Proposal. Of course there is the honorable Alexander Pope, His “Rape of the Lock and all that dope; He raised a lot of fuss and went up in the air, Just because a man stole a lock of hair. Oh! look who is next—Samuel Johnson the great— Who could eat twice as much as anyone ate; As he was big, even when a baby. He was a good fighter, and I don't mean maybe. Next 1 consider Gray's Elegy poem. Which says that the grave is our future home; He tells of the grave and its small dimensions, Where there is no worry of Latin declensions. Now long comes the genius, Mr. Wordsworth, Who wrote more poems than he was really worth; He wrote of birds and daffodils. Of brooks and trees and beautiful hills. Wordsworth had a friend whom he always boasts. Who wrote about mystery and ghosts; His name is Coleridge if I m not mistaken. He tells about witches till we all start shakin'. De Quincey is numbered mong bashful men Who ate enough opium to kill ten; Three hundred grams he said was enough, Gee, but those poets must have been tough. Now if 1 don't get the poets mixed I will be all right; In order to avoid it 1 II sit up all night. And study my English and study some more. So next year 1 will be ready for English four. —Irvin Johnson. —PAGK THIKTY-SKVEN— YELLOW SATIN Alice Bowman, a Junior in high school, sat at a table preparing her lessons for the next day. She did not have a comfortable home like many girls. She lived with her mother and brother Robert, who was in the Senior class. Her mother earned enough money to buy food and fuel by sewing tor the wealthy people of their community. Robert worked on Saturdays in a warehouse. It took all the money that they could make to pay rent, buy food, fuel and school supplies As Alice studied, her mother sat near her, sewing on a beautiful blue satin dress which she wis making for one of the girls to wear to the Junior-Senior banquet only three days away. As she sewed, she wished that she was making it for her own daughter instead of Pauline Fowler. Alice rose, laid her books aside and bade her mother good-night. As she went to her bedroom her mind was full of the thoughts of the great event that was to take place, and Oh! if only she and Robert, too, could have the necessary clothes for it. Robert had been working hard, but now his hopes were shattered, because he had been turned off on Saturday and he had little money left. Alice had promised Pauline Fowler that she would curl her hair for the banquet. When she delivered the dress, Pauline made her promise that she would come the next day. As Alice went home she wondered why Pauline should want her to curl her hair when she had a maid. The next day at school seemed very long to the pupils. Everyone was thinking of the most important event in a Junior's school life. Finally school was out and all the pupils made their way to their homes with happy hearts. Robert waited for Alice at the statue in the hall. As they approached, Armond Fowler came from the opposite direction toward Robert. Pauline could not catch all the conversation, but she heard Robert say that he would wash the car. As the two walked toward their humble home, Robert told his sister that Armond had asked him to wash the car that the Fowlers were going to use that night. Alice said little, but deep in her heart she longed to go. When they reached home, Robert quickly changed his clothes and went to Fowler s, while Alice prepared supper. They waited for Robert, and when he came he was carrying a large box. He told his mother that Armond had given it to him. and that it was some of his cast-off clothing. He laid the box on his bed and ate. When it was six-thirty, Alice left to curl Pauline’s hair. Shortly after, Robert went to his room and opened the box. When he removed the lid, he saw a note. He hastily picked it up and read: Please accept these clothes in exchange for what you have done for me. I think you will find the clothes suitable for the banquet. Put them on and come to my house this evening at seven forty-five.—Armond Fowler.” He put on the clothes, which fitted him well, but immediately thought of Alice. He could not go to the banquet without her, so he decided to go and tell Armond the reason. When he reached the Fowler home, Armond led him to the library, where he made him comfortable in a large chair with a Popular Mechanic. ’ Then he left him alone. PACK THIRTY-EIGHT— As Alice curled Pauline’s hair she only wished that she, too, could arrange her hair for so important an event. She could hardly keep her eyes oft of the light blue satin dress, trimmed in yards of ribbon. It was only a short time until Pauline's mass of bobbed hair was in beautiful waves and ringlets. After Alice had finished, Pauline told her that she could look around while she dressed. Alice was glad of this opportunity, and so went down to the drawing-room. Soon the maid came to the door and told her that Pauline wanted her upstairs. As she entered the room, there stood Pauline before the mirror. Alice fastened her dress and patted it into tiny folds. After Pauline was satisfied with her own appearance, she left the room and told Alice to follow. They went down the hall and flung open a door and told Alice to go in. Then she closed the door and left. There on the bed was all of the clothes necessary for the banquet. A maid came from the closet with a beautiful cape on her arm. She told Alice that she had been instructed to help her put on the clothes and that they were to be hers. Alice seemed to be a different girl. The dress of pale yellow satin made her look beautiful. The georgette sleeves showed her white arms, and for the first time in her life she had on a pair of silk hose and satin slippers. Pauline was well pleased with her friend’s appearance. They went down stairs and on their way met Armond. He admired their dresses and said that they looked like dolls. Next they entered the library, where Robert heard Alice’s story. As it was nearly eight o'clock, they put on their wraps and departed in Fowler’s car. The hotel was beautifully lighted and the girls went to the dressing room to remove their wraps, and there Alice was the center of attraction as well as Pauline. The dinner was soon served and later the guests departed. Everything seemed a dream for Alice, but all the other school days were happy, for yellow satin tied the knot of friendship. —Lee Ora Burkard. Miss Sharp: “Where’s your written summary, Edwin? Edwin: “1 haven't it finished yet. Miss Sharp: Have you started it? Edwin: No, mom. There was a fine teacher called Werden, His lessons were never a burden. Would you like to know why? I'll tell you no lie, ’Cause the pupils wouldn't worry about 'em. My lady fair has bobbed her hair, And I am full of glee; It makes me smile to see her style. For she is eighty-three. —P Aft IS THIKTY-NINK— HOW THE REFLECTOR NOTES WERE NOT WRITTEN I dashed to the class-room and Edward and he; I studied, “Bang studied, we studied all three; “Time’s up,” Miss Sharp said from the head of the class; “Oh gosh! said Bang, “I will never pass. “These Reflector notes are a terrible burden; Not a brain cell working, to quote Mr. Werden. Not a word to each other, 3:15 was long past. We worked and sweated and tried to think fast. My pen was empty, I reached for the ink; “Keep quiet, Ed shouted, I'm trying to think. “Bang made a mistake, started once more; You could see that he was weak by the look that he wore. Then “Bang he broke down with a long, mournful sigh. And said, My comrades, 1 leave you. Goodbye. Next my dear Edward passed out with a groan And left me to labor unaided, alone; I scribbled and scratched, I blotted and tore, Till at last 1 gave up and ran for the door. —Lyndall Holly. PERSONAL EQUATIONS (Orren Pierce) plus (his good looks) x (show dates) equal (hit with the girls). 2 (Lucille Papineau) plus (Lorene Martin) equal I (Mildred Berdine). Work divided by Fun equal Flunk. (Mildred Kirkpatrick) plus (Carl Campbell) equal I. (Spring) plus (bright sunshine) equal (baseball) — (lessons). (Head) plus (curls) plus (smile) divided by (opening exercises) plus (coaching) equal (Mr. Swinney). (Mabel) — (Gordon) equal (depths of despair). (Miss Howell) plus (proof for area of circular cone) equal (a hard exam). (Smile) plus (athletics) plus (ability to do intensive study) divided by (Ability to bring History down to date) equal (Miss Hieronymus). (Doc Corbly) plus ($3.00) divided by (Trip to Danville) equal (unsophisticated youth). (Graduate) — (knowledge) plus (dignity) plus (diploma) equal (Senior). (Students) -- (knowledge) plus (exalted opinion) equal (Sophomores). (Students) plus (greenness) plus (bashfulness) — (dignity) equal (Freshman). (Students) plus (knowledge) — (nonsense) equal (Juniors). —PACK FORTY— JUNIOR JOKES Wonce thair wuz a member of the Juneyar Klass. He wuz a smart yung feller but he didn’t have any cents. But wonce when the English teatcher askt him when was the Romantilc period in History, he answeerd sort of intelligent-like, Wuz you referring to last night? He was very bashful and skidded dreadfully. She was friendly and tried to sand the tracks. For a long time they rode by the lakeside in silence, and then he asked, 'What s the matter? O, 1 feel blue, she replied, Nobody loves me and my hands are cold. You should not say that, he said tenderly and consolingly, God loves you, and your mother loves you, and you can sit on your hands. Juniors—Remember Now, this is intensive reading. —Miss Hieronymus. The fact 1 want to impress upon your minds is this. —Miss Sharp. One thing sure, we ll never get anywhere unless we decide on this ring. — Bang. John J. Swinney once said—tho oft did he rue it, “If you’ll watch this board I'll again go through it. Mr. Fussy— Here, waiter, bring me a spoon. Waiter— Sorry sir, but we don’t serve them—the music here is so stirring. Dorothy— Red, you know mud is a wonderful beautifier? Red— It certainly has done wonders for you. Boys are like a kerosene lamp, They are not especially bright; Often turned down, frequently smoke. And usually go out at night. Ode Here’s to the Junior Class, The ones that always pass; Next term’s our last year. You should be glad we re here. —Brilliant Juniors. Three years ago as Freshmen, Our fun, it just begun; One year from now, as Seniors, Our fun will all be done. —PAGE FORTY-ONE— From Left lo liinht Top How—D. Barnes, Miss Hieronymus (Class Advisor), J. Stance, E. Johnson, A. Swanson, Horner, L. Orr. E. Martin, H. Okey, O. McQuiston. P. Anderson. F. Worley, K. Watts, ;. Johnson. Seoon«l Row—E. Bailey, F. Anderson. M. Dunnan, A. Kroon, L. Nees, L. Hand. R. Lindgren. V. Larson, F. Lindle.v, L. Parker, L. Volden. H. Arnold. C. (Ireenan, Miss Kerns (Class Advisor). Third Row—J. Hanson, D. Kruwel, E. Larson, D. Hyde, M. Ludlow, C. Burkard, N. Ward. A. E. Ostrom. Front Row—D. Johnson. R. Carson. C. Anderson. L. Johnson, M. Lindahl. W. Hendrickson, C. P. Lewis, R. Kin ?. N. Swanson. I . Swanson, H. Swanson, E. Ostrom. F. N. Morris, M. Kelsheimer, H. Newman, Carlson. R. Randle. E. Mull, M. Brown, Kenney. H. Kemp. H. Belton, R. Kemp, SOPHOMORE RESUME Early in September, the Sophomore Class met to elect its officers. The following were elected: Donald Swanson, president; Otis McQuiston, vice- president; Evelyn Ostrom, secretary; Eva Mull, treasurer. The cheer leaders were Otis McQuiston and Mildred Kelsheimer. A picnic took place late in October, and the usual good time was the result. Next came the bob-sled party. Although there was much difficulty in getting a sled, a gay time was enjoyed. We were very busy in preparing for the basketball tournament. The advertising and decorating were put in our hands. By the large crowds entering the Armory, one would think the advertising was successful. During the first part of April, a picture show, consisting of A Trip Through Yellowstone National Park,” and a comedy, Chris and the Wonderful Lamp, was given. Local talent was also displayed by several members of the class. This briefly states the history of our class. Although great achievements have been made this year, it is hoped greater ones will be made next year. A. M. K. THE SOPHOMORE PICNIC Oh yes! We mustn't forget the picnic we Sophomores had last fall, and it certainly was some picnic. One fine afternoon after school, accompanied by our class advisors, we went out to Kemp’s grove. We spent the time in riding saplings, picking flowers, exploring the woods and playing games. Some of the boys even went swimming in spite of the cool weather. The football team came out after practice, and after eating a delicious lunch, we sat around the fire and told stories, which made us feel sorta' creepy, as we occasionally gazed into the approaching darkness of the woods. We then went home, all heartily agreeing that a picnic was quite the “berries. E. A. O. What would happen if— 1. Miss Hie forgot her grade book? 2. Lala H. and Jawn couldn’t argue? 3. Jawn forgot a geometry proposition? 4. Vernette didn’t have her Latin? 3. Mr. Spires could teach geometry, civics and answer the telephone the second hour? 6. Our class president remembered his steps in the Parliamentary Law? —PAGE FORTY-FIVE A RIPPING BOBBING PARTY The Sophomore Class of 26 Went on a spree at 7:06; The night was cold. The children bold. The teacher was Hie! None other? Oh My! When there was no sled Our hearts, how they bled. But when we then to town did trot. There was a sled right on the spot; We lost no time, we jumped right in. And of all that crowd, oh what a din! A little addition was put on the back. Which seemed to follow in the sled's track; We sang of sleigh-bells, tinkling and bright. And looked behind us, oh what a sight; Norman and Helen, in a one-horse sleigh. Looked like those lovers of yesterday. When down upon Main street they did slide. Four emery Seniors jumped on for a ride; The snow balls went flying And left Frances crying With an eye, oh, so blue. And a little black, too. And when it chimed nine. Some were compelled to decline To stay out later that night. Lest tomorrow they be in sad plight; Then as some did depart. Others remained with longing heart. But after awhile There came back in fine style That driver of ours we had hired. Who seemed never to grow tired; Once again we took our places With smiles on snow-covered faces. For seats we were crowded. But oh, how we shouted. We rode till the chime of eleven; Our party diminished to seven. And to town we did glide; Oh My! What a ride! —a Oto et Mabela. —PAGE FORTY-SIX— EXCELSIOR! Robert, you don’t mean to tell me that you are going to attend another dance tonight? Mr. De Kent stood in the doorway of his son’s room. It was furnished as college boy s rooms usually are, pennants and pictures decorating the walls. “That I do. Dad. You know a fellow has to do these things if he wants to be popular in college. Popular! Hum! Queer idea you have of being popular. Now when 1 was a young man—being popular meant good work in lessons and subjects. But—you go ahead and be “popular and see what’ll come of it in the end. With that he turned on his heel and left the room. Bob finished dressing, went to Marga Madison's home, and together they left for the ”frat' dance. At the wee small hour of one, the next morning, Bob stole sealthily in the house, went to his room and prepared for bed. College rules didn't allow such late hours, but he had had a good time. He rolled into bed and was soon asleep. Suddenly he was standing at the foot of a very high mountain. Around him were many of his fraternal friends. At the top of the mountain were many others. Among these he recognized Arthur Taylor, the smartest, or better the most brilliant man on the campus. He was standing there at the summit, beckoning to him. Robert shook his head. He could not climb the steep mountain. Then he saw Arthur take his staff and slowly ascend the mountain. Soon he reached the ground. With Arthur’s help and the help of the staff. Bob was soon at the summit. He turned and looked down. His friends below were leaving. A sudden thot struck Bob. Were they going away to be popular? He called wildly to them. Then he remembered his father’s words, “You’ll find what’ll come of it in the end! Then he was satisfied. He noticed queer markings on the staff which had helped him to the top. In queer letters was printed the word Excelsior. Bob awoke with a start. An early morning sunbeam flickered across his face. What had happened to him? And now he remembered. Like a flash the word Excelsior went thru his brain. He went to class that morning with a new feeling in his heart. His grades went up as the weeks rolled by. Soon graduating week arrived and with it the great work of electing a valedictorian. Bob was unanimously elected. The following day he was elected the most popular man on the campus by a great majority. The subject of Bob’s valedictorian oration was— Excelsior!” and it was that word which lingered with Bob thru his entire life. —E. K. L. Mrs. Spires: What’s the matter with you this morning? Mr. Spires: “Nothing, why?” Mrs. Spires: Well, quit scratching your breakfast food and stop pour ing cream on your head.” —PAGE FORTY-SEVEN— mi Vop 'lilfw—K. Carlson, K. Uurence, A. Hodeen, L. Kisser, V. Morgan, H. Lindell, L. Ernst, E. Coulter, M. Corbly, B. Newkirk. E. Carlson, F. Wylie, P. Corbly. E. Johnson, M. Bess, K. Moline. H. Parsons. L. Noble. Sfooad How—C. Webber. M. Volden, L Spicer. M. Anderson. Nees, I Carlson. E. Peterson. K. Turner. I). Ireland. L. kinxren, H. Sharpe. B. Swanson. E. Olson. P. Carlson, M. Mineer. J. Rasmus, E. Moffett, Miss Howell (Class Advisor). Third Row—H. Croft, J. Pierce, Miss Troxel (Class Advisor), L. Patton. N. Ippolito. S. Cottle. H. Elliott. L. Ekbom. B. Foster. C. Belaud, . Brown. E. Robertson. A. Sexton. N. Ward. H. Truex. D. Anderson. M. Natterstad. F. Calllson, M. McHaley. C. Campbell. C. Alford. Fourth Row—C. Guy, A. Thompson. K. Goodwin, R. Hanson, M. Soboroff. L. Cornelison. E. Anthony, G. Tlnben?. W. Morris. C. Todd, D. Melby, H. Johnson, P. Orr. A. Ketchum. K. Clark. K. Anderson. WE FRESHIES Eighty-four Freshmen strong are we. Doing our work quite cheerily; We are as happy and peppy a band As you will find in all the land. Just watch our pace and keep us in mind. For we have talent of every kind— Music, poetry and basketball, Twould take too long to name them all. So that’s the reason, don’t you see. That we can work so cheerily. Eighty-four green little ex-eighth graders came to the Paxton Community High School in September. When we came to school on the first day, we tried to make ourselves as scarce as possible. Every once in a while a Freshie would run the gauntlet, but not on his own accord. Many a well combed head of hair was mussed up beautifully. When the bell rang. Juniors, Sophomores and Seniors whispered and talked together in the assembly. Freshies we were, and ill at ease. Mr. Swinney gave a little talk and then said: “Perhaps a Freshman will make a speech. Holes in the floor and wings were wanted to cover our embarrassment. If such had been, only three classes would have remained in the assembly. The next thing after straightening our rooms was to pass to our classes. Mistakes were made and hurried advice asked of the Sophomores. Some of us hurried through the assembly to the room, and found we were the victims of a joke. We had arrived at Chemistry Class. When we returned to our own class we were greeted with shouts of laughter which made our ears turn pink. After brief classes, the rest of the day was spent in buying books and preparing for the morrow. A few days saw the green tint lighter and Freshies less embarrassed. But —the big change. The boys turned good and stayed home at night. Terrible ogres were lurking in corners waiting for some venturesome Freshie to appear. Their weapons were clippers and shears of all descriptions. Our Freshies’ slick heads of hair became masses of twisted marcels, with a rippling wave of white skin shining thru' the darker hair. Many months were required to restore this hair to normal conditions. Our first class meeting was. of course, most important. Our class officers were chosen: Red Campbell, our dignified president; Marvin McHaley, our stiff vice-president; Harold “Art, our scowling secretary, and Libby Coulter, our impertinent young lady treasurer. These officers have served us faithfully during the year. Our president was away a few weeks in the hospital, but we had a capable sub. We have had two very good times, a wiener roast, at which we became excited for fear the wieners would not arrive, and a bob-sled party, at which we became quite chilled when coming home, and were very ready for hot —PACE FIFTY-ONE— cocoa and doughnuts. We had a market and cleared eleven dollars. Who says we re green? ’Twasn t St. Patrick's Day. either. Our athletes are best of all. We had a regular on the football team. Two second team men were in basketball for the Freshie class and P. C. H. S. We are mighty we are. The Freshmen also constitute a large part of the orchestra. Some of us are still green and slightly small and bashful, but we hope to make a better Sophomore Class than the gang that preceded us. OUR HOBBIES Red C-----------------------------------------------------------------Going to Loda Dale M.--------------------------------------------------------------Loafing in halls Marvin Me.-------------------------------------------------------------Blushing Fat P---------------------------------------------------Going to Rankin Clark A--------------------------------------Playing his horn—Toot! Toot! Earl A.--------------------------------------------------------Shimmying Grant T----------------------------------------------------------------Flirting Wayne M--------------------------------------Playing peek-a-boo with Kenny S. Condon G------------------------------------------------Writing to Masie Arnold T------------------------------------------------------------------Alene Russell H--------------------------------------------------------Tee Hee Milton S.------------------------------------------------------His Violin John P---------------------------------------------------------His Drums Norma I--------------------------------Running after lost and found articles Elizabeth C.------------------------------------------------------------Walking Home Frances W----------------------------------------------- You tell 'em; I stutter! Emily J---------------------------------------------------------------------Oh! Charlie Frances C.----------------------------------------------Squeak! Spueak! Marie N.----------------------------------------------------------Her Dorine Lucile M------------------------------------------- I eacher, am I flunking? Mag C-----------------------------------------------------“Oh, where’s Pud? Mildred B.------------------------------------------------- Oh, where's Susie? Alene S.---------------------------------------------------------------Throwing notes Hazel T-------------------------------------------------Drawing pictures Pearl C.---------------------------------------------------------Talking Pud C.----------------------------“Oh, I don’t know whether I will or not Westerner: And do you know we have cabbages so big a whole army could sleep under one? Easterner: And do you know we make kettles so big a hundred men could sleep in one? Westerner: What would you want a kettle that big for?” Easterner: To cook your cabbage in. -PAGE FIFTY-TWO— FUTURE DAYS A small group of the pupils of the old Class of 2 7 called on Miss Troxel, the Science teacher in the dear old Paxton High School. She said she had many things to show us and would explain the different things as we saw them. The first room we went into contained a solar machine. It had been recently invented by one of her pupils. The machine used only sunshine for its power. It was going to be used in all the factories because it was cheaper to operate than any of the other machines. The only disadvantage was that the only power the machine could use was sunlight and on cloudy days the machine would not work. To make up for this disadvantage, a wall paper was invented. This paper took up sunlight on days when the sun was shining, and gave it off on days when it was cloudy. We wanted to see some, so she took us to the nearby wail. The only difference in the paper was that it was thicker and more brittle. The next room we entered contained a perpetual motion machine. This machine was the queerest machine we had ever seen. It was unlike the solar machine in that the solar machine used sunlight and the perpetual motion used no energy but kept going and never stopped. Next we saw a large press which was operated by the solar machine, and the perpetual motion machine. The press was used to press the liquid out of daisies and dandelions. This liquid, when mixed with chemicals, produced a wonderful perfume. The next room we were led into was pitch dark, because only one tiny candle in the middle of the room gave out the light. All around the walls were cases containing skeletons. Some of the skeletons were of the pupils of the Class of '2 7, 28, and 29 and of the later classes. I was just thinking it would be a horrible place to be in without a light, when a gust of wind blew the candle out. 1 then started to leave the room in great haste, and in so doing lost my direction and could not find the door. Suddenly, 1 felt as if I were being stabbed. I heard a voice exclaiming, We need some more skeletons, and you would make a good one. I yelled and screamed and awoke with a start. I rubbed my eyes and looked around and saw my room-mate with a pin in his hand enjoying himself thoroughly. —Harry Croft. Fat (during interval): What did you say your age is? Fritz (smartly) : Well, I didn t say, but 1 have just reached fifteen.” Fat: Is that so? What detained you? Bright Boy: Have you ever read ‘To a Field Mouse? Tom: “No, how do you get them to listen?” Our year has been a pleasant one. Our High School days are just begun; But three years after '24 We 11 all pass out of the dear old door of P. C. H. S. PACK FIFTY-THREE— PRIZE STORY—“LITTLE WIND’S BIRTHDAY” Little Wind and her mother were in among the hollyhocks, and Little Wind was singing, It's my birthday, it's my birthday! Mother, may I have a party?’ My dear little child,’ Mother Wind told her, I am so sorry! This afternoon the High Chief of the gales has sent for me, to sail those fishing ships back to the coast. So 1 must leave you for awhile. Have a good time, my darling, and at night 1 shall be home to sing you a birthday song. Good-bye! And Mother Wind kissed Little Wind and flew away. Little Wind spread her wings and sailed slowly over the lilacs and plum blossoms, singing to herself, It's my birthday, I am going to hunt for someone who will give me a party. The old owl woke up all in a puff. She blinked her round eyes and smoothed her feathers. Mercy, what a fright you gave me, you bfowy little thing, she said. No, my child, I won’t give give you a party at all. Down in a sunny space behind a white cottage was a green garden. The things looked very fresh and pretty in their new leaves. I hey are all dressed up, laughed Little Wind, and just the right ones to give me a party! And she flew down with a rush into the garden. Oh, mercy!” cried a carrot, My leaves are twisted! I am bent over to the earth!’ wailed a beet. Go home. Little Wind! We don’t want you. Oh dear, breathed Little Wind. Then you won't give me a party, either? Indeed no, we won t give you a party! said the onion. Then good-bye! whispered Little Wind. She flew over to the gate to rest. Through the long grass came a baby bunny. “Brother Bunny, she said, Will you give me a birthday party? She flew down, and put her laughing face close to the rabbit's furry one, and stared into his eyes. Dear me, 1 do not think so! replied the bunny. You make my fur stand on end, you tickle my chin, and blow my ears back. I do not like you to come so close to me. ” So Little Wind started off again, but the bunny called her and said, The little child who lives in the green house beside the river is having a party this afternoon! Why don’t you go there? Oh thank you. Baby Bunny! And she flew away. When she arrived at the scene of the party, the children were at the table, and in the middle was a wonderful cake, with six pink candles in the middle. Five years old, and one to grow on, laughed the little birthday child s mother. “Now shall we blow them out? Puff! Puff! and five went out. “One to grow on and that is mine,’ whispered Little Wind as she flew in the dining room. How funny, the wind blew it out! said the children. “Because it is my birthday, too, and I have found my party at last, said Little Wind as she danced around the table. That night when her mother came home, she said to Little Wind, “Did you have a nice time to-day? A beautiful time, she said. “1 had a birthday cake, all to myself.” Here is a present for you, sang her mother. And she gave her a lovely thistle fluff ball to play with. Then they both curled up in the branch of a plum tree, and hummed the birthday song, and went to sleep. —Evelyn Swanson. —PAtIK FIFTY-FIVE— 1 m Eg 'M m rtrf PRIZE POEM—“STUDIES” Oh Gee! there are studies to master When a fellow starts into high school. And you sure think a sudden disaster When they give you a list of the rules. There's algebra and all its tangles, Its cubes, squares, and a minus b. But for octagons, circles and angles, just leave that to geometry. I came, saw and conquered,’’ said Caesar, But never could 1 understand However anyone ever could conquer In one day, the whole Gallic band. In physics I sure am a failure. If asked for a theory or law. And the problems just give you heart-failure. For somehow there is always a flaw. Then English has many queer features, We study of men gone before; And then find that most of these creatures Were just common men and no more. “A word to the wise is sufficient’’ If of history you ask me to tell. And many an hour is foolishly spent If long on this subject you dwell. But now lay aside all fault-finding And come down to facts hard and true; Some day through these things will come winding A road planned just for me and you. —Ruby Thompson. —PAGE KJETY-SIX— ORGANIZATIONS ATHLETICS LITERARY SOCIETIES HEADLIGHT FRENCH CLUB MUSICAL SOCIETIES OUR COACH In September of 1922 there appeared before the High School Assembly a rather small man. John (Jawn) Swinney we found his name to be. Altho Jawn is small in stature, there are many things that he is big in, especially athletics. He has the old pep. and that proves to be half of the battle in all kinds of sports. He is also a strong upholder of clean sports. During his career as coach his teams have encountered some opponents which uphold the rough stuff, but this never changes his idea of the game. The sport fans of Paxton may thank Swinney for the return of football to Paxton High School. It has already gained the most prominence of any of the sports. Swinney finished his second year in Paxton this year and has proved to be a wonderful coach. FOOTBALL Paxton’s second year of football was very successful. With practically the same team as last season. Coach Swinney had some excellent material to work with, especially in the back field. The first week was with Wellington two weeks after school had started. The teams were evenly matched and the game started out to be a good contest. Paxton was first to score by a line plunge. Wellington pulled a “sleeper ’ on Paxton by throwing a long pass to the right end, who was at the side of the field, and he made a touch-down. A similar play wis pulled the second half which resulted in another touch-down. This ended Wellington’s scoring. Paxton opened up their trick plays the second half and scored almost at will. The game ended with Paxton having a large advantage, 38 to 1 3. Paxton played Kossville the next week and won without an effort, 39 to 0. The boys were not forced to use trick plays or forward passes to score— line plunging doing the trick. The next game was with the heavy Hoopeston team, who had been taking some of the larger schools into camp easily. The Hoopeston team outweighed the Paxton team almost twenty pounds to a man. The game opened with Paxton kicking to their goal, and Hoopeston was held there. Paxton scored after a series of hard line plunges by Moffett, who had just become eligible a week before the game, by making up his scholastic difficulties. Nord-gren made a point by a drop kick after the touch-down. On the next kick-off Hoopeston was held in midfield. When they got possession of the ball again, they opened up their forward passes and completed a forty-yard pass which resulted in a touch-down. A moment later another long pass came, then another touch-down, which ended the scoring for the day. Paxton, however. —PAfIK FIFTY-BIC5HT— scored a touch-down later, but the referee ruled it out, declaring that the Paxton boys were pushing. The game ended with Hoopeston in the lead, I 3 to 7. Paxton went to Wellington for the next game, where a little trouble resulted. Wellington scored first, and a moment later Paxton scored a touchdown. The second half, Paxton started their end runs, and Captain Campbell went around right end for a long run. He was tackled but was not downed, still keeping his feet, and went for a touch-down. The referee ruled the touchdown out, declaring that Campbell hit the ground in being tackled and that the ball was dead. During the next few minutes the Wellington fans started fighting, and Paxton, fearing more trouble, forfeited the game. Paxton went to Fairbury to play the strong team representing that school. The boys were out for revenge because Fairbury had defeated them the year before. Halfback Nordgren, after some excellent pirating, made a touchdown, and Corbly kicked goal. Moffett made another touch-down the second quarter, Paxton getting within striking distance of the goal by end runs. In the fourth quarter Fairbury started their forward pass game such as the Paxton boys had not seen before. One play after another was a short forward pass, and they made two touch-downs to tie the score. Paxton then opened up with their aerial attack, and after some clever trick plays scored a touch-down. The game ended 21 to I 4 in Paxton's favor. Paxton went to Rossville for the next game, where they won another game. 25 to 12. Rossville showed more scrap than in their previous game. The next game was with the strong Champaign team, which outweighed the Paxton team several pounds to the man. Champaign scored first, making a big hole in Paxton’s line. Paxton scored on several trick plays and scored again in the second half on trick plays. Line plunging was impossible on account of Champaign s advantage in weight. Champaign scored on a forward pass, but failed on the point after touch-down. With but five minutes to play, Paxton was in the lead I 3 to 12. Champaign was held by their 20-yard line and they tried for a drop kick, but missed by a wide margin, the ball not going over the goal line. Quarterback Johnson, becoming excited, picked the ball up and started to go arcund the end, but the heavy opponents rushed down upon him and shoved him over the goal line for a safety. The game ended 14 to I 3 in Champaign s favor. Paxton defeated Gilman 64 to 0 in a loose game, Paxton’s second team playing the greater part of the game. Paxton next went to Milford and defeated them 22 to 6, making all points after the first half. The Annual Thanksgiving game between Paxton’s rival, Gibson City, was played at Gibson in a sea of mud. Neither team could make any headway by line plunging, punting being the main play. Paxton got within the ten yard line several times, but owing to the muddy field they were unable to hold their feet on a line plunge. Several set kicks were tried, but all were missed by wide margins owing to the slippery ball. Gibson did not try to score, being content with punting to keep Paxton from getting near their goal. The game ended 0 to 0, with Paxton having a great advantage in team play. This year s team was captained by Paxton's fleet-footed right end. Carl —PAUE FIFTY-NINE— Campbell. He was always there to encourage the boys to hold when their opponents were near the goal. The team was piloted by “Butter Johnson. This being his second season at this position, he knew all the fine points of the game, just when to pull a forward pass and when to punt. Corbly, Moffett, Nordgren and McKnight made up the other back field men. Nordgren did all the passing, while Me Knight, who is just a Freshman, did the punting. Corbly scored most of the points, being especially fast around the ends. Moffett did most of the line plunging. Hanson, Paxton s fastest man, played left end. Holly, left tackle, has been elected next year's Captain. Wimer played left guard. The center position was held down by Benjamin. Carlsten played on the right side of him. Kruwel played right tackle and showed more fight than any of the rest of the team. Arnold, Kruwel, Lewis and Bailey were the substitutes, and played in almost every game. The following are the games: Paxton, 38; Wellington _ 13 Paxton, 13; Champaign . _ 1 4 Paxton, 39; Rossville _ 0 Paxton, 63; Gilman - . 0 Paxton, 7; Hoopeston 13 Paxton, 2 1 ; Milford _ 6 Paxton, 2 1 ; Fairbury __ 14 Paxton, 0; Gibson . . 0 Paxton, 2 5 ; Rossville _ _ 1 2 BASKETBALL Paxton was even more successful in their basketball season than in their football season. With the same team as last year, the Paxton fans expected a great deal from their team, and they received it. Coming fresh from the gridiron, the Paxton team defeated the fast East Lynn team 20 to 1 0. The East Lynn team had two months practice, while the Paxton team had just three days' practice. Their team work was not as good as it should have been but, as it was their first game, nothing more could have been expected. With a week's practice, the team took Gilman into camp by the score of 48 to 3. Paxton's defense was air tight and not a field goal was registered against our stalwart guards. Captain Holly and Butter Johnson. Campbell did most of the swing, and he was followed closely by Pierce and Nordgren. Coach Swinney put in his second team the third quarter to keep the score as low as possible. The next game was with Gibson in Gibson’s small coliseum, which handicapped the Paxton boys to a great extent, on account of the low ceiling. However, by working the ball under the goal, they won 1 3 to 5. —PAGE SIXTY Paxton played the fast Hoopeslon team and met their first defeat, 24 to 23, in an overtime game. The Paxton team was off form and did not have their usual pep. Hoopeston kept in the running by making long shots, close shots being impossible owing to the close guarding of Holly and Johnson. In the overtime period Hoopeston made 3 points, while Paxton made 2. Their next two games were won in great style by defeating Gibson 33 to 1 1 and Gilman 35 to 5. Paxton had a close call when they met the large Military Academy of Onarga, but defeated them 11 to 12. Paxton did not make a point the second half, but they had enough points to win. The next games were won in great shape. They won from Melvin 36 to 6; from Roberts 21 to 12; from Onarga 29 to 8, and from Loda 26 to 12. They also defeated Roberts’ team again by a score of 27 to 12 later in the season. The best game of the season took place when Paxton played the fast Tuscola team. Tuscola had defeated some very good teams, including Villa Grove, holder of the state title at that time. Paxton opened the game like a flash and ran up a large score the first half. The boys completely dazzled Tuscola by their team work and their fake passes. Tuscola pepped up a bit the second half, but Paxton held their lead. The game ended 33 to 18. Paxton won the County Championship which was held in Paxton. Paxton played Piper City in the first game, 47 to 14, and they drew a by for their next game. They met Melvin in the championship game and won 19 to 13. PAGE SIXTY-ONE— Paxton went to Melvin a week later and were defeated on Melvin’s small floor 1 5 to 14. The next game was with Kankakee, Paxton winning 22 to I 7. Paxton went to Kankakee to play in the district tournament held there. Paxton won their first game from Kankakee, 22 to I 7, and then they played Chicago Heights and were eliminated by them 20 to 18. Chicago Heights used long shots to win. Paxton entered the tournament with Captain Holly out of the game, owing to death in the family, and also without Coach Swinney, who was ill at that time. Paxton was therefore handicapped to no small extent. Orren Pierce was chosen forward on the all-star team at the district tournament at Kankakee. Being an excellent dribbler, he had everything his own way on the big floor. He played a strong, driving g. me the whole season and made a second all-star team forward at the county tournament. He will be missed next year, as he has played on the team all four years of his high school course. Campbell was chosen forward on the first team at the county tournament. He did not show up as well in the district tournament, having hard luck on his shots. Hump was high point man for Paxton during the season, scoring 147 points. He graduates this year, and he will be missed by the Paxton fans. Nordgren was chosen forward on the all-star team at the County Tournament and center on the second team at Kankakee. The center position is his usual place. Butter Johnson was chosen guard on the all-star second team at the Paxton tournament. Butter is an excellent guard and his services will be missed next year. Captain Holly was chosen guard and captain of the all-star team at the county tournament. Chub is the only member of this year s team that does not graduate. He has been chosen captain of next year’s team. Chub, with his team mate. Butter Johnson, have held their opponents to low scores, only 231 points being scored against them, while Paxton scored 499 points against their opponents. Paxton won 19 games and lost 3. Paxton, 20; East Lynn 10 Paxton, 26; Loda 10 Paxton, 48; Gilman 3 Paxton, 2 7; Roberts _ 12 Paxton, 13; Gibson . _ 5 Paxton, 33; Tuscola 18 Paxton, 23; Hoopeston 24 Paxton, 47; Piper City 14 Paxton, 33; Gibson 11 Paxton, 20; Melvin 13 Paxton, 35; Gilman . _ 5 Paxton, 1 5 ; Melvin 16 Paxton, 1 1 ; Onarga M. A 10 Paxton, 2 1 ; Kankakee 17 Paxton, 36; Melvin 6 Paxton, 23; Kankakee 17 Paxton, 2 1 ; Roberts 12 Paxton, 18; Bloom ._ 20 Paxton, 29; Onarga 8 —PAGE SIXTY-TWO— Captain Holly, Chub, all-county back guard, proved to be a great leader. Short but mighty and hard as nails and has never been knocked off his feet. Chub is next year s football and basketball captain. Walter Nordgren, our center on the team, sure made his opponents take notice when he dropped in his long arched shots from somewhere about center. Walt could not only shoot baskets, but knew his stuff when it came to guarding. Carl Campbell, or otherwise known as Hump, sure did burn the nets this year. He was Coach Swinney’s scoring m a -chine for the team this year. Hump was also a good floor man, not so much on defense as on offense, but his speed on the offense made up for all his lost time. Hump played left forward on our team. “Butter,’’ another of those hard-boiled Swedes. A long-shot wizard and a man who saves the day when the game is anybody s game. Unsurpassed at his position. A good example of an all-around athlete. “Shorty ft n i s h e d his fourth year on the team and showed up in great style. He is a hard fighter and has a wicked eye for the basket. He showed his true worth at the District Tournament. Very few high school forwards will surpass “Shorty. Orville Brown, Paxton’s Speed King, is not only fast on his feet but can ring up the baskets. Brown only got in a few games, but he sure did show the boys some speed and head work. Everybody is anxious for him to return to school and make good another year for the High School team. BASEBALL John Swinney proved that he knew something about baseball last year when he took practically a new team and produced a County Championship team. Paxfon was the first team to be Champions in the new Ford County League which was formed by the high schools of this county. The only team in this league that beat Paxton was Gibson, but out of three games Paxton won two. which showed their superiority. Paxton had a good fielding team as well as a strong hitting bunch. Swenson and Martin were the men who did the hurling for Paxton. Swenson was the speed ball merchant, and he had the ability to Dut them where the other teams failed to find them. Martin, although only a Freshman, proved to be a curve ball artist, and it was easy to see that he was a brother of Froggie Martin, whom everyone remembers as the best pitcher who ever threw a ball for Paxton. Martin looked easy to some of the big boys on other teams, but he sat them down easy enough. The infield proved air-tight in most of the games. Doc’’ Corbly, a veteran first baseman, was the old standby. He very seldom made an error and always hit when it counted. Leroy Johnson held down the second bag and oroved to be a future Eddie Collins. On short-stoo there was the boy from Clarence, ‘‘Harry’’ Swenson. Harry was a sure thing on grounders and as a hitter he wis surpassed by none. At third, Hump Campbell showed his skill. Hump was good on grounders, with a quick peg. He ranked at the head of the list in hitting. Behind the bat was George Wimer, who had a peg to second like a bullet. George hit when it was needed, and that s the kind that helps the most. In the field was ‘‘Squeak Nelson, another boy from Clarence. He can sure pull the high flies out of the air. Squeak was rather small, so he —PACK SIXTY-FIVE— got an excess of walks. Walt Nordgren held down center, and he sure is unsurpassed. He grabs balls that look impossible, and as a hitter he can sure control the bat. This year s team is hard at practice and has already won two games, from Buckley and Melvin. Bang Benjamin is a new addition to the team and is coming out in grand style. Duke Melby, a small but mighty Freshman, is also on the team, and is showing big league stuff at short. The whole team has the County Championship as their aim again this year. TRACK One more sport of athletics was added to Paxton s list this spring. This is a minor sport for the school this year. As yet it is not of great importance in schools of this size, but the men have showed good work, and a few meets will be held. Paxton soon hopes to have track as a permanent event each spring. This year the school has two meets held here. One is with East Lynn, the other with Rankin. The men for these meets have not been picked, but a few are showing up fine for some of the events. Those who are most oromising are: “Skipper Kruwel, McKnight, Butter Johnson, Clinton Anderson, Herman Arnold, Red Stanford, Barnes, Greenan, Donald Johnson, Jug Burkard, Pearl Lewis, Donald Swanson. MUMPS They say that mumps is a child's disease, But I say that's not so; For, according to that we are immune. But many will tell you no. One bright day at a quarter of nine. We were cast into the dumps. For Mr. Spires in a whisper said, Mr. Swinney has the mumps. Mumps did he say, and a tournament on. Oh shucks, what can we do? Yes. Jawn had mumps, and just for that We lost the tournament, too. You say that mumps is a child’s disease. Go on and spring your jest; But with tournament pone, and work to make up. To us it’s a hoodoo at best. —Donald Swanson. —PACE SIXTY-SIX DEBATE Affirmative Kernon Watts Edward Johnson Raymond Johnson Negative Edgar Rulison Ernest Russell Sidney Johnson Coach—Kathleen Kerns An Illinois Debating League was organized this year, fostered by Mr. Sorencen of Normal, Illinois. We were asked to join, and considering it quite a worth-while enterprise, we allied ourselves with other schools of the state. Dual debates were arranged all over the state for the purpose of choosing a district representative team. We debated Wellington high school March 1 3, and won both the negative and affirmative decisions. May 2 we met Robinson high school, and both of our teams were successful. As a result of these debates, we were chosen district representatives. The state meet was held at Normal, Illinois, May 10. We may feel justly proud of both our affirmative and negative teams. They made a wonderful showing and received third place. As this is an entirely new undertaking, we feel well satisfied with our showing this year, and hope to do much better next year. —PAGE SIXTY-SEVEN— PLATONIAN PROGRAM On Friday evening, March 21. the Platonian Literary Society showed what they could do when they put on one of the best programs that the High School has presented this year. All the participants showed exceptional talent, and Platonian hopes soared. The following is the program: Orchestra—High School__________________________Directed by Miss Evelyn Wylie Double Quartette—PlatonL ns _“Howdy Do Folks “Old Friends So True Donald McKnight, Robert Benjamin, Leroy Johnson, Orren Pierce, George Wimer, Arnold Carlsten, Raymond King, Howard Benjamin Serious Readings— Jean Desprez ’________________________Robert Service Arva Rodeen “How the La Rue Stakes Were Lost _________________Chas. Newton Hood Eleanor Larson Violin Solo— The Holy City_______________________________________Adams Frances Anderson Oration— Plea For Intervention of Cuba ______________Robert Thurston Edward Johnson “Bunker Hill Oration ___________________________________Daniel Webster Norman Swanson Vocal Solo— A Winter Lullaby _____________________________R. de Koven Eva Mull Humorous Readings— The Memorable Night”------------------Mark Twain Arline Carlsten “Naughty Zell _______________________________________________Anonymous Lorine Parker Piano Solo—“Danse Rustique _____________________________William Mason Hazel Lindell “As Other People See Us _________________Chalk Talk, by Ernest Russell Orchestra The judges decided in faa or of Eleanor Larson for serious reading: Edward Johnson for oration, and Arline Carlsten for humorous reading. These, together with Frances Anderson and Eva Mull, took part in the society contest. —PAGE SIXTY-EIGHT— ATHENAEUM SOCIETY On March 7 the members of the Athenaeum Society presented their annual program, which was enjoyed by a large crowd. An orchestra consisting entirely of Athenaeums furnished music, directed by Miss Evelyn Wylie. Under the excellent coaching of Miss Kerns, the following program was given: Orchestra____________________________________ Serious Readings— Death of Paul Dombey ’-------------------- Mildred Kelsheimer The Slow Man ----------------------------- Marie Brown Vocal Solo— The World is Waiting For the Sunrise------ Anna Swanson ___Athenaeums Charles Dickens ___Ernest Poole Ernest Seitz Orations— “The American Indian -----------------------------------Joseph Story Charles Campbell Martyrdom of Joan of Arc_________________________Thomas De Quincy Kernon Watts Violin Solos— Ave Maria ______________________________________________Schubert Milton Soboroff Bluebells of Scotland ____________________Arranged by Henry Farmer Virginia Morgan Humorous Reading— An Aspiring Dishwasher ’----------------------------------Anonymous Pearl Anderson Orchestra___________________________________________________Athenaeums A Fantasy, In a Japanese Garden —(Martha Belle Dunnan, Mildred Bess. Winona Gardner, Evelyn Danielson, Norma lppolito, Rachel Thompson, Mildred Kirkpatrick). In the competitive numbers the judges' decisions were in favor of Mildred Kelsheimer, serious reading; Kernon Watts, oration, and Milton Soboroff, violin solo. These people represented their society in the inter-society contest which was held on April 25. —PACE SIXTY-NINE— Athenaeum Contestants Platonian Contestants THE LITERARY SOCIETIES On Wednesday morning, December 6, 1923, the two literary societies of Paxton Community High School were re-organized. The following officers were chosen: Athenaeum Literary Society—President, Emily Wylie; Vice-President, Mildred Kirkpatrick; Secretary, Pearl Anderson; Treasurer, Walter Nordgren. Platonian Literary Society—President, Howard Benjamin; Vice-President, Marion Peile; Secretary, Helen Newman; Treasurer, Irvin Johnson. As in former years, each society gave an entertainment, and the inter-society contest was held April 23, 1924. PART I. Orchestra-------------------------------------------------High School Debate: Question— Resolved, That a Ship Subsidy Bill As Proposed by President Harding Should Be Adopted By the United States.’ Affirmative—Howard Benjamin, Lorine Parker, Dwight Kruwel. Negative—Mildred Kirkpatrick, Otis McQuiston, Emily Johnson. PART II. Polonaise ___________________________________________________Paderewski Ella Hanson Introduction of Contestants_________________________Society Presidents Emily Wylie, Howard Benjamin Vocal Solos— Smilin’ Thru __________________________________________________Arthur Penn Eva Mull The Way of the Cross _______________________________Alfred Solman Anna Swanson Orations— The Deathbed of Benedict Arnold __________________George Leppard Kernon Watts Heroes of the Maine Disaster _____________________Robert P. Cousin F. Edward Johnson Humorous Readings— Formality of Siwash ___________________________________________George Fitch Arline Carlsten Her First Call On the Butcher”_______________________May Isabel Fisk Pearl Anderson Violin Solos— Ave Maria _____________________________________________________Gounod Milton Soboroff Souvenir _______________________________________________________Drdla Frances Anderson Serious Readings— “The Going of the White Swan _______________________________Anonymous Eleanor Larson “O’Connor ___________________________________________________Anonymous Mildred Kelsheimer Orchestra____________________________________________________High School Decision of Judges____________________________________________Mr. Spires The Athenaeum Literary Society again won the annual contest by winning 6 out of a possible 9 points. The Athenaeums won the debate, serious reading and humorous reading. The Platonians won the vocal solo, oration and violin solo. —PACK SKVKNTY-ONE— THE HEADLIGHT Rachel Thompson-_Editor-in-Chief Marion Peile_______Assistant Editor Mildred Kelsheimer______Joke Editor Robert Benjamin. Business Manager Sidney Johnson______Asst. Bus. Mgr. Helen Newman_______Editorial Editoi As the monthly publication of the light has been to promote all forms o! various activities of the school, and to ii interests of the student body. Winona Gardner________Poetry Editor Ernest Russell___________Cartoonist Lorene Martin________Society Editor Vernette Larson__Exchange Editor Russell Johnson_____Athletic Editor Mildred Sharp______Faculty Advisor high school, the aim of “The Head-journalistic writing, to represent the iform the public concerning the many In September, 1923, The Headlight became a member of the Illinois State High School Press Association. This membership entitles the paper to enter the High School Journalistic Contest held at the University of Illinois each November, and also insures for it the services of the Association Bureau of Criticism. During the present year The Headlight has had I 56 subscriptions and 35 exchanges. Two subscriptions and three exchanges have been outside of Illinois. It is hoped that the publication will become an increasingly important factor of the school life and that it may prove a source of pleasure and interest to both students and alumni. —PAGE SEVENTY-TWO— THE FRENCH CLUB The French Club, an organization to promote interest in the French people, their language and customs, was organized last year by Miss Wylie. 1 he members consist of all students matriculated in the French department. The meetings this year have been devoted to the study of French writers and French history. An interesting stereopticon lecture was given in Chemistry laboratory on Paris and its Suburbs. These slides were received from a French house in New York which furnishes material for French classes and organizations. The officers of this club are: President—Mildred Kirkpatrick. Vice-President—Harold Hagens. Secretary—Marion Peile. —PAGE SEVENTY-THREE Girls’ Glee Club HIGH SCHOOL MUSICALE The musical societies of the P. C. H. S. gave their first public musicale at the Coliseum, Thursday evening. May 8. The following program was given: Orchestra— Liberty March _________________________________________Mackie-Beyer “Arcadia _______________________________________________Mackie-Beyer Girls' Glee Club— Around the Gypsy Fire’_______________________________________Brahms Nightingale” ___________________________________________Ganz-Feans Violin Ensemble— Marche Triumphale _______________________________________Ellis Levy Miniature March '____________________________________________Osgood Boys' Glee Club— A Heath to Our Friends _______________________________________Adams Bendemer’s Stream_____________________________________________Moore Orchestra— “Souvenir Gavotte __________________________________________Herzberg “Chanson Populaire ------------------------------------------Aletter Silversan ___________________________________________________Golden Girls' Glee Club— Carmena _____________________________________________________Wilson “Dance of the Snowflakes ’________________________________Chaminades Orchestra— Bridal Roses __________________________________________Mackie-Beyer Chorus— Choral Fantasia Faust ______________________________________________________Gounod The public seemed to enjoy this program very much, judging from the large number present and the favorable comments heard. The last chorus number was especially good. We feel that we have accomplished much this year, and hope to be able to far surpass this program next year. —PAGE SEVENTY-FIVE— High School Orchestra Across the tracks, a block from town. Is where we toil the whole year round; The school is small and worn with age— The lower half is used by grades. Some pupils are large and some are small. Which makes it crowded in the study hall; But if they work with vigor and vim. Then a victory they are sure to win. The teachers are loyal, just and stern. And do their best to make us learn; They teach us and drill us and yank us, too, But really—that's just what they're here to do. —Edwin Bailey. THE COMPARISON The Seniors are a peppy bunch. But their brains are very few; And though they re in the fourth year. I doubt if they II get through. The Juniors are a smart set. But they haven’t any life; They never cut the air with yells Like butter with a knife. The Freshies have neither brains nor pep. Though all three groups look bright; Place by their side the Sophomores, And it looks like day and night. —Melvin Lindahl. Turn failure into victory, Don t let your courage fade; And if you get a lemon. Just make the lemon aid. Donald, do you know the best way to catch a rabbit? “No. Well, just go out in the garden, sit down by a cabbage head and look natural. •PAGE SEVENTY-SEVEN- Autiuu nphs utiuu'uphs LIST OF ADVERTISERS The following people bought advertisements to support the Will the High School people return these favors as far as possible? Reflector. Andrews Lumber Mill Co. Arcade Cafe Dr. Babcock T. A. Barton G. W. Benjamin Son Campbell's Hat Shop Campbell’s Shoe Store Consumers Supply Co. Davis’ City Drug Store Eagan s Hardware Store Fager Dry Goods Co. Farmers and Merchants Bank First National Bank Gallagher Music House Gift Shop Hagens McFadden Dr. Wayne Hamm Hanson Lindquist George Harsch S. H. Hill Fred Johnson Victor Johnson Jordan’s Drug Shop Dr. I. D. Kelsheimer P. Larson Co. A. J. Laurence Sons Lind Shoe Shop Thos. Lunde Majestic Theatre Martin Eddy Means Barber Shop Morgan Floral Co. A. H. Nelson Dr. Newlin Newman Darielson Oscar Olson Overstreet Sons Paxton Bakery Paxton Hotel Paxton State Bank Paxton Sugar Bowl L. F. Peterson Rasmus Studio Ryberg’s Cafe Rusk Variety Store Sandstedt’s Grocery A. E. Sandberg Smith Lumber Co. Star Garage Stewart Drug Co. Stevens Printing Co. Charles R. Stillman G. R. Swanson Van Meter Garage Wilson’s Oil Station W. T. Whowell Motor Sales Co. Wright Ice Cream Co. O. H. Wylie —PACE EIGHTY— ADVERTISEMENTS Don t laugh at Dorothy s pug nose; you never can tell what may turn up. Ruth rode in my motorcycle car. On the seat in back of me; 1 hit a bump at fifty-five, And rode on ruthlessly. A celebrated singer was in a motor accident one day. A newspaper, after recording the accident, added: We are happy to state that he was able to appear the following evening in four pieces. Young Lady: Do you like school? Little Boy: “Naw, they made me wash my face, and when 1 went home the dog bit me. “The days in school are days of sun Van Meter And all their paths are bright with flowers Garage Where through blithe footsteps skip and run ” —0— Good Maxwell, Chalmers and Chrysler Automobiles —o— QW ’drucstore Phone 28 PAXTON, ILL Maxwell Service PAXTON, ILLINOIS 4. OSCAR OLSON V. E. Johnson Real Estate. Insurance. Loans Guns and Sporting Goods Bicycle, Phonograph and ♦ Lock Repairing —PAGE EIGHTY-ONE- CONSUMERS SUPPLY COMPANY Trade in Paxton THK WHITK FRONT —o— — For Farm Machinery, Harness PAXTON S CASH FOOD STORF. and — Heavy Hardware All goods marked in plain figures —O— Prices the same every day Make the Consumers Store your See Me meeting place Chas. R. Stillman Paxton, Illinois Phone 164 ALWAYS WELCOME 1 Repairs a Specialty Ah, what’s the matter with you? demanded Tommie McLean of Helen Thomas. Nothing’s the matter with he, you bloomin' idiot. “You gave me a nasty look, replied Tommie. “Well, you certainly have a nasty look, but 1 didn’t give it to you, answered Miss Thomas. Fair damsel (to football tryout) : In what position do you play?” Tryout (blushing): “Bent over. Dick: Do you know Wallace Reid has joined Barnum and Bailey? Bill: Wallace Reid is dead, you chump! Dick: So are Barnum and Bailey. Dr. I. D. Kelsheimer —o— OSCAR H. WYLIE PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON —o— Attorney and Counselor Office over Postoffice Phone: Residence, 375; Office, 100 Paxton, Illinois —PACK KICHTY-TWO— “I m worried ; my girl is running with that new doctor in town. Feed her an apple a day. Can you imagine anything worse than having diphtheria and scarlet fever at the same time? Yes, rheumatism and St. Vitus Dance. Jared Starr: 1 hereby solemnly swear that he sat upon me, calling me a precious doll, a scarecrow, and an idiot, all of which 1 certify to be true. Miss Kerns: Now, aqua means water. Can you tell me what aqueduct means? Skip: Isn't it a duck that lives in the water? Ryberg’s Cafe The House of Purity in Food —OUR— Fountain Service, Lunches and Candies are unexcelled DR. NEWLIN Say it with Flowers DENTIST E. B. Morgan Floral Co. Over Paxton Sugar Bowl Res. phone, 109 Office, 53 Plants Cut Flowers Phone 1 2 —PAGE EIGHTY-THREE— for Graduation Apparel and Comfirmation Apparel The acknowledged headquarters for Dresses, Silk Underwear, Hosiery. Neckwear. Clark Kenney: “1 sure was in hot water last night.” Otis McQuiston: How come?” Clark Kenney: ” Twas Saturday night.” Senior: “Have you been thru Algebra? Soph: Yes, but it was at night and I didn’t get to see much of the place.” Demon Reformer: Don't you know tobacco shortens lives? Smoker: “I've smoked for sixty-five years and I'm eighty years old now. Demon Reformer: Well, if you hadn't smoked you would probably be ninety now. Pumps—in fact the whole outfit is easily picked from the wide varieties. Many accessories and furnishings especially for gifts—Purses, Silk Underwear, What Can We Do For You? The Paxton Hotel You want to buy goods at a saving. Goods that are satisfactory. You want prompt service. Quality goods. All these things are here for you. Rooms, $1.00 per day Eagan’s Hardware Phone 90 Anna Behrens, Prop. Paxton, 111. —PAGE EIGHTY-FOUR— For Your Spring Planting If you can t get ahead—raise cabbage. If you can’t be popular—raise cane. If the corners of your mouth turn down—raise turnips. If you lack pep—raise peppers. If you are not very wise—raise sage. If you are weak—raise onions. Ancient History Prof.: Now the earliest mention of banking was when Pharaoh receiv- ed a check on the Bank of the Red Sea. If You Desire— MAJESTIC THEATRE Plumbing and Heating, Sheet Metal Work, Direction Alcru Theatre Circuit Bath Room Trimmings, u Gas Water Heaters, Gas Laundry Stoves, Electric Pumps— Feature Pictures Carefully Chosen S3 Sec us liefore placing your contract. Yc guarantee material anil workmanship first class ALWAYS A COMEDY . K —THERE ARE— L. F. PETERSON No Dull Evenings in Paxon Where are you going, my pretty maid?' To bank my pennies, sir, she said. May I go with you, my pretty maid? “If you’re saving your money, sir, she said Start your savings account now with the Farmers Merchants State Bank Capital and Surplus, $50,000.00 —PACK KICHTY-FIVE— The Eager Dry Goods Co. Dry Goods, Notions, and Women’s, Misses’ and Children’s Ready-to-Wear Garments. The Fager Dry Goods Co. Paxton, Illinois Both Tempting to the eye nn l entirely n t Inf y Iiik to t|, % tnaite is ;« (food IiIk «ll h of Wright's |,.(i C'renin. I is very looks are � prom Imp nt pleasure which Is more than fulfilled wifi, the first spoon I ii I You'll ne er make „ mistake in ofTerlflR Wriulif lee ('ream as a refreshment. It is the one tltin that positive!} everyImmI likes. Wright Ice Cream Co. Miss Gracen: Norman S., what is a dogma? Norman S. 1 guess it’s a little pup's ma. Eleanor Larson: I passed Shakespeare today. Mrs. Larson: Did he speak? 'Are all teachers hook-worms? Dick Carson: “No, geometry teachers are angle-worms. Lillie V.: 1 just love wavy hair; where did you get it?” Charles K. (hard boiled): turning summersets on a corrugated root; how did you suppose?” JOHNSON’S Mean’s Barber Shop SHINE PARLOR -o_ Hair Cuts a Specialty Cigars and Bar Candies a specialty Quality and Service —PAGE EIGHTY-SIX— Arcade Cafe Meals Lunches Confections Duncan Scanlan Proprietors 3Jmean’s Irug luip G O o “A Good Place To Trade” Tim— How are you getting along at home while your wife s away? Jim—“Fine! I ve reached the height of efficiency. I can put on my socks now from either end. Teacher: What does G. O. P. stand for? Student: Grand Oil Party. Father: Ruth, how long did your caller stay last night? Ruth: Oh. not so late, but I had to show him my snapshots. Father: Next time show him the light bill. George Wimer (at the Co. F Drill): What does he mean by squats right?’ Service Quality Paxton Sugar Bowl G. T. HARSCH Funeral Director The house of purity and quality High Grade Home Made Candies PAXTON. ILLINOIS and Delicious Ice Cream —PACE eighty-seven— Late in life success expands the waist-line. Early in life it expands the hat band. Mug Johnson: I'm doing my best to get ahead.' Miss Wylie: Goodness knows you need one. Beauty is worse than wine—it intoxicates the holder and the beholder. Teacher: James, who was the greatest man in the world? James: Mamma’s first husband. The mosquitoes are terrible. They have formed a trust with the lightning bugs and work in pairs. The lightning bug lights up the place and the mosquito does the excavating. Buyers for the Public—That’s Our Job INSTEAD OF PLANNING TO SELL TO PEOPLE. WE ARE TRYING TO BUY FOR THEM; THERE’S A BIG DIFFERENCE. WE FIGURE THAT WE RE REALLY THE BUYING AGENTS OF OUR PUBLIC; WE STUDY THEIR WANTS. THEN FILL THEM AT THE LOWEST POSSIBLE COST. OUR PEOPLE KNOW THEY CAN EXPECT THE BEST OF QUALITY HERE AT JUST WHAT IT COSTS US. PLUS A MODEST CHARGE FOR SERVICE. P Larson Company PAXTON, ILLINOIS COURTEOUS SERVICE FREE WATER You should drain your auto crank case from 500 to 700 miles. This disagreeable work we are pleased to do for you with either the correct grade ot genuine Gargoyle Mobiloil or Cities Service Oils. Special attention given to ladies driving their own cars. WILSON SERVICE STATION FREE AIK CERTIFIED GASOLINE Miss Hieronymus: “Who was Columbus?” Pupil: “Columbus was the Gem of the Ocean. “Red” S.: “Skinney was horribly mangled yesterday.” Fat: How did it happen?’ “Red”: “He had on his new wool suit when they put him under the shower, and it shrunk so fast that he was crushed before he could get it off. And your friend really married his typist? How do they get along? “Oh, same as ever. When he dictates to her she takes him down. Khst Flea: Been on a journey? Second Flea: “No, on a tramp. iFirst Weather Begins to Smile National IBank You will need many new things to wear. CAPITAL and SURPLUS $135,000.00 As a source of supply for the newest merchandise, this store is making rapid progress. We urge you to investigate our merchandise, method of selling and prices. 3 Per Cent Interest Paid on Savings Accounts A. H. NELSON Baseball Goods That Will Add To Your Skill You II play a better game if you use Winchester baseball goods. They give you the confidence that wins. From our large stock we can fit you out from head to foot. Get the things you need now and enjoy them all summer. HANSON LINDQUIST Harness, Cutlery, Sporting Goods, Paints and Oils and Garden Seeds —PACE EIGHTY-NINE— Wm.T. Whovvell Motor Sales Co$ Jfut w 'ijvd cvCvy c a e rt,C rp€C6 Paxton, III 425 617x0 . j M. J! M KW S T. A. Barton, D. C. Ph. C. fcr W 1 CHIROPRACTOR Brunswick Phonographs and Records Palmer School Graduate New Records Daily Phone 616 Gallagher Music House Laurence Bldg. Paxton, 111. Teacher: Why didn t you come to school yesterday? Jimmie: Because my father died.” Teacher: All right, but don t let it happen again. Miss Wylie: Don t you know that punctuation means that you must pause? Freshie: Course I do. An auto driver punctuated his tire in front of our house Sunday and he paused for half an hour. Goodness, but I need a shave, remarked the absent-minded Professor as he stood gazing into the hairbrush instead of the mirror. Telephone No. 3« PAXTON. ILL. Harry Beat old. Proprietor —PACE NINETY— The Height of Disappointment They went to lover's lane, And as he held her shawl They walked upon the sand; The moon was coming up. He held her little—shawl. He heaved a dozen sighs. And leaning forward gazed Into her dark brown—lunch basket. And as he looked thereon. Unconsciously he placed His unencumbered arm Around her slender—umbrella. And as his grip grew tighter. This pensive little miss Attempted to draw back; Too late. He stole a—sandwich. Genuine Zeigler COAL The Rusk Variety Store Much Hotter and Cleaner For Furnace and Kitchen Range Costs More—Worth it Member of Consolidated Merchants Syndicate Andrews Lumber Mill Company The store with 1001 different articles You Will Get Value Received for Every Dollar Spent at —o— A. M. Babcock THE STAR GARAGE —o— Phone 400 T. E. Larson, Prop. DENTIST —0— —o— Automobile Storage, Repairing and Accessories Invite us to your car troubles Office phone 21 Res. phone 685 Given Block —PAGE NINETY-ONE— FRED A . SMITH Phone 229 Established 1888 LUMBER CO. m a? S. H. HILL o Manufacturing Brooms and Brushes All Kinds of BUILDING MATERIAL AND COAL a PAXTON, ILLINOIS One to Practice On Young Wife: The trained nurse is going to teach me how to give th'' baby a bath. Young Husband: Don't you think we had better send out and hire an- other baby? He called her lily, violet, rose, And all the flowers of spring: She said, “1 can’t be all of those. You lilac everything. He (looking at picture) : Nice looking girl—nice frame.’ She: Still talking about the girl? To Save Your SOLE STEWART DRUG CO. You Cannot Beat LIND’S SHOE SHOP —For All— SCHOOL SUPPLIES —PAGE NINETY-TWO— Dress Well and Succeed Paxton J§tnte Itfunk Your clothes are your first introduction. Let us assist you in your choice of successful looking clothes. 6 =9 CAPITAL $135,000.00 A. E. Sandberg Call and See Us Paxton, Illinois Chas. Hagens Clark McFadden Hagens McFadden Phones 108, 326 Queen Esther Flour G. R. Swanson Son ...Tailoring... Cleaning and Pressing Suits made to order Paxton, Illinois Student: I am indebted to you for all that 1 know. Professor: “Don t mention it. It s a mere trifle. Freshman: “When is a girl old enough to smoke?' Senior: “When she is able to roll her own. Phil: “You sit down on every joke I write. Bill: “Well, I wouldn t if there was any point to them. Senior: “All green things absorb carbon dioxide and grow. (Cheer up. Freshmen). —PA IE NINETY-TH11EE— When you give or receive a watch with the name Gruen on the dial, you have found the highest timekeeping value and inspired pride of ownership whicli comes with the possession of today’s most distinctive timepiece. A nice showing of these at Ben Overstreet Sons Jewelers and Opticians Opposite l ostoffice PAXTON', ILL. We would like to pull that one about the mouse trap, but it s too snappy to tell. Invalid: ’ I d like to see the proprietor of this sanitarium.” C lerk: He has gone away, sir, for his health. Mildred Kelsheimer: ”My father is a doctor, so I can be sick for noth- ing.” Skip Kruwel: “My father is a minister, so 1 can be good for nothing. Papa, where is atoms? 'Atoms? I don't know, my boy. You must mean Athens. No, I mean atoms. The place where—everything is blown to. Sandstedt’s Grocery For Fancy Groceries —O— Richelieu Brand Occident Flour —0— Phone 69 PAXTON, ILLINOIS F—Flunk you. A—Aggravate you. C—Cultivate you. U—Use you. L—Love you ( ? ). T—Tantalize you. Y—Yank you. gf MARTIN EDDY —PAGE NINETY-FOUR— The Pictures in this Reflector SCHOOL days demand just as much dignity in dress as the heavy thinking days of “later years. were taken by So we have given long and careful thought to dressing the coming man —fulfilling his demand for both youth and dignity. —0— Thos. T. Luride Paxton The Rasmus Studio The Gift Shop —o— Unique Novelties and Needlework —O— SHOES EXCLUSIVELY Men's, Women's and Children's - � - Paxton, Illinois We do Hemstitching Campbell’s Shoe Store Majestic Block Paxton, Illinois A Taking Girl She took my hand in sheltered nooks. She took my candy and my books; She took that lustrous wrap of fur. She took those gloves 1 bought for her; She took my words of love and care. She took my flowers, rich and rare; She took my ring with tender smile. She took my time for quite a while; She took my kisses, made so shy, (She took I must confess my eye) — She took whatever 1 would buy. And then she took another guy. —PAGE NINETY-FIVE- G. W. Benjamin Son ...HOMK KILLED MEATS... North Kml Moat Market PAXTON' ILLINOIS N. f. i’tcmnts Printing (£n. PAXTON. ILLINOIS COMMERCIAL STATIONERS Jiriutiug, Emluuisimj atiii Emjramuu THIS “REFLECTOR” S ONE OF OUR PRODUCTIONS Wayne L. Hamm DENTIST X-RAV, XITROI’S OXIO AND OXYGKN Phone 237 Given lluilriing Paxton, Illinois We have a fine line of MAY HAT SALE SHEET PICTURES Greatly reduced prices on any Hat ready for framing in the entire stock All sizes in imported prints Newman Danielson Miss Pearl Campbell Overstreet Block Paxton, Illinois —PACK NINETY-SIX— BE EE k .««• ■ iM H kV E..vv-i � rA««k «■ % 4 •(►M