Pekin High School - Pekinian Yearbook (Pekin, IL)

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Page li SENIOR EDITION MARIE BUDDE ANNA BODIE LOUISE HARMS DONALD McQUOWN FRANKLIN BEERS ADOLPH NIERSTHEIMER VIRGIL PHILYAW GRACE ARNOLD HELEN KELLOGG LUELLA BALE Graduating Seniors Bequeath All Their Worldly Possessions And Unusual Talents To Under Classmen We. the graduating seniors, being of sound mind and not under undue influence, seeing our days at P. C. H. S. drawing to a close, do hereby will and bequeath our most cherished possessions to those remaining behind us. I. Jack Adkins, do bequeath my unequaled art of driving to any freshman who cannot already drive and does not care to learn. I, Bob Ballenger. do leave my arguing ability to Louise Byrd. I. Hamid “Sonny ' Beach, do leave my position as the best musician ever to attend Pekin High (with the exception of a hundred or more) to Jim Conley. I. Anna Bodic, will mv G. A. A. awards to Betty Anderson. I. Bette Cooper, leave Bill Hoff-buhr to anyone who can get him away from me (wanta fight ) I. Ed Crist, leave half of my girl to Irvin Seelve (There’s still plentv left for Ed). I. Lois Curry, will my parts in plays to anyone who can wear the black lace dress which seems to belong to my parts. I. Ralph Klini. bequeath my athletic phys’que to Robert Eng-j land. I. Esther Eisele, can’t leave anvthing (Bud graduates, too). I Richard Friederfch, present my red hair to Cynthia Bale. I. John “Fire-Ball Harris, will ! my nick-name to Eddie Ohlinger. I. Fred Hellyer, leave my position as Student Council President to Leo Betzelberger. I. Bill Hoffbuhr, leave my love to Jim Hapenney you try to get out of it. I. Lucille Johnson, leave four perfectly good guys to anyone who does not already have a date for next year’s prom. I, Rex Lawrence, leave my Peoria girl to anybody willing to trade one from Pekin for her. I. Mary McLaughlin, will the future basketball team centers to any girl over 5 feet 6 inches tall —you need ’em. sisters. I. Joe MeXaughton, am starting a fund to buy notebooks and themes for busy students. T. “Rip' Radcliffe, leave my Ford to any junior who will promise to take one girl riding every night. I. Merle Rivord, have already given Betty TIodapp to Gaylord Lancaster. I. Gerry Schwinn, do bequeath one pair of swinging hips to Leonard Rosenberg. I. Marjorie Watson, was going to leave Don McQuown to Doris Herget. but I find he’s really going to graduate. I. Carolyn Wilkinson, will my nimble fingers to Margaret Mae Carroll. I. Grace Arnold, will my big little hee-hee man. Butch Rarick, to any girl on next year’s debate team. I. Paul Belter, leave my blue notes behind me in the band room. I. Doris Conies, hereby resign my position as Peeress of Platinum Blondes to Olive Walters. I. Jack Farmer, will my piano stool in the dance band to any ivory duster who can swing it— sufficiently. Going-going—g—! I. Mabel Franks, will my bangs to any brunette in the junior class with as much hair. I. Charles Gross wider, do hereby bequeath and bestow upon my friend Rex (Drooly Guts) Sherman my unofficial position as P. C. H. S. patent leather haired heart-throbber. We the Hancocks—Xclda, Marion. and Josephine—generously leave behind us—our footsteps. I, Janies Xornian Lane, Esquire, leave my personality—so to speak—and sole copyright privilege of using the phrase the shank of the evening, fellersh,’ to Bob Albertsen. I. Mary Margaret Richards, reluctantly bequeath my bicycle to Nancy who is never late and does not need it. I. Elaine Wagner, do hereby (with a tear in my voice and a slight hiccup of emotion) present my old play books to the wastebasket in the Little Theatre. I. Louella Bale, wish to bequeath my favorite seat in the pen to Ruby Woodley. After thus disposing of all our scholarly possessions in a fitting and fair manner, we wish always to be remembered by the students and Faculty of P. C. H. S., and hereby sign and seal our last will and testament on this 21st day of May in the Year of Our Lord, 1937. Signed—Class of 1037. Witnesseth: Mr. R. V. Lindsey. Principal. Mr. I. E. Wilson, President of the Board of Education. Little Audry. ABTS MORTUARY PHONE 42 Broadway at Sixth PEKIN HARDWARE CO. Hardware, Stoves, Furnaces, and Farm Implements Cor. N. Capitol Margaret Sts. Little Star Cleaners 105 N. 5TH ST. One block north of Court Street Phone 350 We Call and Deliver N. REULING CO. “The Store of Satisfaction Snappy Clothes for the Well-Dressed Student Dress and Sports Wear—Smart Accessories Princess Candy Kitchen HOME MADE CANDIES—ICE CKEAM— LIGHT LUNCHES 402 COURT

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SENIOR EDITION Page 11 Pekin High Orchestra Director Relates Shipwreck Experiences Of Early Childhood Trip To America “Imagine, a city of over a million population, too. ejaculated Vito Ignatius Intravaia. orchestra director of Pekin High School, after he expressed a wish to see his native city, located on the island of Sicily. Mr. Intravaia was enthusiastic in telling of his trip to America and his first childish impressions of our country. At the age of four, with his sister and parents, he became an American-bound passenger on the new ship. “S. S. Canada. as it made its maiden voyage. “I can remember many things about the trip.” he smiled. Then he began to tell the story of the voyage. He told of the Canada's” sister ship, also on its maiden voyage. and the race between them. “Our captain took the more dangerous route, for the sake of speed, and exposed us to dangerous ice floes, coming down from the north in the March thaws.” he affirmed. The trip was originally planned for seven days, but a huge floating ice berg rammed the “Canada.” The maestro, in the ward with the women and the bambinos, recalled the raging fury of the stormy night, with howling winds and lashing seas, the flash of the lightning, and the roar of thunder, through the dense, blanketing fog. Then the ice berg collided with the steamer. “I can remember the frantic screams of women in a dozen different tongues, the curses of sailors in their own peculiar vernacular. the melancholy playing of the band, and the jumbled mumbled prayers of everyone, he declared. Terror stricken women, too horrified for reasoning, and not able to understand English, were struck by the sailors to quiet the chaos of that horrid night. “Soon the erie rhythm of the pumps filled the air. but even we Ed. F. Lampitt Sons GENERAL CONTRACTORS AND BUILDING MATERIAL DEALERS WEYRICH HARDWARE PAINTS AND HARDWARE SUPPLIES OP ALL KINDS Phone 282 330 Court St. foreignors understood the importance of keeping that rhythm steady,” he continued his bright black eyes aglow with interest. Thirteen days instead of s ven the boat toiled over the Atlantic, pumps working day and night, feverishly keeping the water bailed fr;m the hold. Finally we reached New York. Flat boats and ferries came out to take us off the wrecked ship. A huge band came out to greet us, as most of the passengers knelt in tearful prayers of thanksgiving,” nodded the orchestra director. “I was all decked out for the occasion.” he continued, “with a blue Lord Fauntleroy suit, black buckled slippers, white socks, even complete to long black curls reaching down to the middle of my back.” He added rather sheepishly that he still had a picture of himself in that regalia. An interesting incident on the train trip to Madison concluded Mr. Intravaia’s story: “They had the system down pretty pat.” he said. They pinned big cardboard placards with our destination printed on them on each of us. Then all we had to do was to point to our sign, and then someone would direct us.” Who Is He—This Parks Lad? (Bv Vern Reed) ‘4 Eeeeeeeeeeei y o w w w www!” “What's that?” Only diminuative Bob Parks (better known as Robert Melvin) on another one of his terrors. The South Pekin lad. who is liked by everybody (although they would not admP it), is the noisiest person in the school. Being noted for his s-. reerhes. Bob never fails' to come up Court street without uttering one or more. Bob is so small that he hides every time he sees Jake Graff, as he is afraid Jake will take him over to the Junior High. The fact that Robert Melvin is a hunter of no mean repute will be a surprise to most of his friends as he is hardly big enough j to hold up a sling shot. JANSEN SCHAEFER Incorporated HIGHWAY AND MUNICIPAL CONTRACTORS 100% MILK BREAD PEKIN FARMERS Made only by GRAIN GOMPANY DIRKSEN BROS. Pekin, 111. Phone 509-11 RICHARD HAYES GERALD SCHWINN WILBERT BOECK ROBERT BALLENGER HACKLER BROTHERS DRUGS Complete Fountain and Luncheonette Service Home Cooked Plate Lunch 25c 335 Court St., Pekin. 111. Phone 250 PHONE 274 DE KEUSTER CLEANERS and SHOE REPAIRER Free Delivery—10 N. Capitol St. Pekin. 111. HERMAN JANSSEN OWEN DAILY MARVIN SCHUTTLER HENRY BEQUEAITH JERRY BURKE JACK ADKINS

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SENIOR EDITION Page 13 Advice?—Just Ask Seniors. They’ll Contribute Richly Just completing four years of study, the seniors should be in a position to give some sound advice to underclassmen. Chic Black, handsome senior class president, sings. Stay away from the girls,” and Lucy Ann Soltenuan thinks that no high school education is complete until you’ve had Mr. Stowe. Bob Mans says, Be good to your teachers and they’ll he good to you. and anyway even if it doesn’t work, it’s a good motto.” while Bob Itallcngci merely replies that you should take it easy.” According to Esther Eiselo, to have a successful four years one must plan his course when he first enters. Eddie Hciclitcr insists that “You must study or you’re just wasting time.” Dick Friederick, taking a more personal angle, says. If you have red hair, control your temper. See me for personal advice on the Faculty Hobbies Range From Scotch Jokes To Birds Many of the dignified Pekin High teachers proved not to he dignified when asked—“What are your hobbies?” Mr. Graff prompt ly replied— Scotchmen’s jokes and tinkering with my old Lizzie. I started collec'ing Jokes twelve years ago and you ought to hear some. I also collect Indian Head pennies.” When Mr. Stowe was approached. he thought and thought then came out with the word, comics.” Yes sir. he likes to read th funny papers too. His favorite characters are Popeye. Napoleon (dog). Little Abner, and Little Kayo. Miss Foster likes to play golf in nice weather; otherwise she either drives a car or reads. A more ambitious hobby is held by Miss Trowbridge who likes art. She has taken art courses and just loves to browse around in the large department stores in Chicago. And. believe it or not, she would rather go to school than teach. Miss Lockett, on the other hand, loves to collect pictures. I like bird hunting”—declared Miss Balcke. “I went bird hunting last week and I am going again this week.” But. she added. “I also like gardening and cooking.” And she very firmly stated. “I am going to cook dinner tonight.” NGRATULATION8, SENIORS subject.” Margaret Potts warns those who take chemistry to be sure to study for the tests. Her pal. Ituth Table’s advice is. “Don’t let the seniors scare you-—they were freshmen once, too.” And Merle Kivord, Co-Captain of the track team, as a final bit of advice to all athletes in the making, says. Don’t begin to have dates until you’re at least a junior”—but he ain’t sayin why. Secret Yens Range From Hose To Palatial Estates “I refuse to answer any questions for the paper.” replied Bee Corsage when asked to tell what she would ask for if she might have anything in the world. Jerry Schwinn exclaimed. “What wouldn’t I ask for! Then after a few minutes concentration he responded. Money to build a mansion of approximately thirty rooms with fifty acres of beautiful gardens and landscapes surrounding. I would send my folks to Florida and proceed to have a good time.” “With an automobile. I should like to visit Yellowstone and , other place just to be traveling,” states Guy Lukeman. Miss Todd quickly rejoined. If I could have anything I desire. I think I would like best to have a drawer full of nice silk hosiery at all times.” Virginia Hackler an d Lucille Johnson also agreed with Miss Todd that perhaps they would buy clothes. “If—If—If.” Roberts Receives Speech Honor In Debate Contest Theodore Roberts won first place rating in the Illinois Wesleyan Speech Tournament according to word received by Mr. Nelson. speech instructor, this week. At this tournament, the judges | ranked each individual speaker. Of the forty contestants entered, the four representing Pekin High —Alfreeda Puckett. Grace Arnold. John MacNaughton. and Ted Roberts—all placed among the first eight winners. With such high individual ratings. Pekin placed first in the debate contest. As a reward for this honor. Illinois Wesleyan awarded the Pekin debaters a large banner, which was recently presented to the student body in chapel by Grace Arnold. SPECIAL PRICES TO GRADUATES R A. KONISEK PHOTOGRAPHER 516 UOURT ST. PHONE 008 WE HAVE THE VERY LATEST LIGHTING OUTFIT MADE CLEO COPLEA DONALD BEARDEN MARIE SAVAGE EDWARD JOHNSTON LUCILLE WALBERT ROBERT STAMBACH ALICE ROHRS JUANITA MONTGOMERY LOIS CURRY ROBERT MASON KODAK FINISHING FRAMING