Pekin High School - Pekinian Yearbook (Pekin, IL)

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Page 24 SENIOR EDITION 'Odd Jobs'n Such Stuff'Occupying Time of '40 Graduates Of course. It was quite a come down for the former 35th president of the United States, but the Rt. Hon. Diaries (J- Ridge Williams was happy as he hung the new burlap curtains, and straightened the soap box furniture about his modernistic little shanty. He was all in a dither, and no wonder—that night he was going to fling a party that would be the 'iocial event of the season. He wanted the work to be done before the guests (Invited and otherwise) arrived. Had he forgotten anything, he wondered? He still had to set a rat-trap or two for his blood enemies. Don Guy, Beezok Vedel, and Don Lauterlmcli, who might try to break up the party. But nevertheless, the refreshments were ready and safely hidden— the punch was made according to ‘‘Punch’’ Alikins’ latest recipe. Charlie had plastered an old Pekinois over a squashed mosquito's final resting place, when the door splintered into a million pieces. When the dust had settled, in staggered Rill Richards, Dick Roll, and Harry Zimmerman, respectively, the president, vice-president, and secretary of the Garbage Collectors’ Union, Local 546835. They had merely been practicing their latest party-crashing method, and were astonished, no end, that a mob scene had not resulted. They had no sooner hit “Pidge” over the head with a tooth-pick (which incidentally put him out for the rest of the evening), when the guests began to arrive. First to appear was Leonard Rrueckner, handy man and electrician at Alcatraz, then Guy Ricci, the undertaker, and Rrowning Jacobs, who had gone to the dogs (now county dog catcher). Escorting them were a few of the local old maids, namely, Jeanm Khrliardt, l e Seggerman, and ’Ig glo Wilson; and right on their heels came several of the more respectable guests of the evening: meaning the Principal of P.C.H.S.. IS n Jones; Senator Rlaine Muggs Raah; Secretary of State, J. It. Dlopenbrock; and Edward Ohlinger, who had recently discovered the southwest pole. As they sat down to a peaceful game of pinochle, played with Old-Maid cards, the first bloodcurdling scream of the evening pierced the air. But it was a case of mistaken identity, for the screams were not screams, but a night club blues singer, Frances Hancock, practicing her scales. During the uproar. Harriett Zimmerman sent the whole party-searching for Casanova Cannon who had disappeared. Later (much. much), he was discovered with ears attentively jammed against the radio, as he listened to the Hammer-Clammer Broadcast, Pekin at Broadway. 'Flash! It is rumored that Car) Swacky Switzer, poet-and-mad-artist-wlnner of the modernistic deluxe painting of 1960, returns to Pekin's Boo Beauty Salon, and Mayme Aquc, for his manicures and facials. Romance? Splash! .Miss Mary Catharine Sehallcr was chosen Miss America for 1955. to-day. Smash! Spud” Grossweller, Olympic tiddlewink champ, announced to-day that he had accepted a post as manager of fight-champ, Shamrock Oberle. Trash! Talent scouts have awarded glamour-boy Jack (Jay a contract as understudy to WPA actors' matinee idol. Rob Gasper, at five bucks a week. Clash! Swede” Olson and Jim were put under a $.2500 bond for disturbing the peace, when authorities caught them fighting a duel under the old sycamore in Central Park, at dawn. Dash! Society debutante. Phyllis Hill, is still hot on Eldon Tides’ trail, although Leap Year has come and gone again. Rash! Officer Jim Schwartz, made a thrilling one-handed capture to-day when he foiled the desperadoes Don Wilcox and Jim Callahan, in an attempt to break into the Federal Reserve Rank. When held for questioning, the two confessed that they were trying to enter the bank to remove a package of chewing gum left at the cashier’s window, when they tried to cash a check for $.15 earlier in the day. Although authorities—’ At this point the earthen floor began to tremble and heave! In another second a five-foot circle of earth removed itself, and up through the cavity left by the disappearing earth, climbed the section foreman and ditch digge , (Jus l,anca.st ‘r. Dramatic was his entrance—with his little pick’n shovel! This w-as indeed a night of surprises! During the pandemonium caused by- Gus' entrance Forest Hughes had gone outside to fetch in the ice cream. Peace had no sooner settled on the group than the second blood-curdling scream of the evening raised many a little hair which wasn't there anymore. Forest reappeared, dragging Jerry Mahoney, prominent local banker, by the collar. Jerry hail promised all the little Mahoneys ice cream cones, and had appropriated the ice cream just as lie did the bank's funds. Through the door filed the ten little Mahoneys led l»y young Peter. Next in line was Michael, then Danny, Molly, Maureen, Kathleen, Mary, and Patrick. I want my ice cream, papa! But dear, it's their ice cream, explained Jerry, so you can’t have any—.” “We’re going to have some ice cream anyhow, Papa!” The well-bred Mahoneys then tore into the guests. Just as day dawned, Pidgi regained consciousness just In time to sis the last of the little Mahoneys chase tin last guest through the door. His party was over, no doubt! Oomphormation about Clothes and Stuff! Just a few notes on what’s jaunty about town . . . Things to look into: mint prints, those cool mint-green and white-sprigged creations for afternoon: airway stripes.” frocks with he-witchery; silk jersey dresses that refuse to crush or wrinkle, and look swell-elegant; collapsible umbrellas with the telescoping handle so you can carry your bumbershoot in your purse if you want to; washable gabardine two-piecers that tub as easily as a hanky and fit like a second skin. Your prom dress should be long —just showing your tiptoes, and swirl yards 'n yards of skirt. The gypsy motif is smart now, and who knows? Maybe you can wear hot pink or canary yellow. Try ’em on ennyhoo. Let’s get away from all those ice-cream taffetas of blue and white and baby-pink— they're old stuff. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GRADUATES Geo. W. Rohrs and Associates Wraps for formal summer nights (and you must have one) are all simple, being usually white pique, quilted silk, or candlewick-ing. Brushed wool is something different in the wrap line. too. with three-quarter sleeves, in such lush colors as cerise chartreuse, poker chip red. and electric blue. In our price range this year, good-looking evening sandals are something we wish you'd try to find. Outside of going to Chicago or St. Louis, we’ve covered the territory pretty thoroughly—and all we wanted was Just one insignificant little pair of flat-heeled gold leather sandals. Evidently the breed has died out! Well, all ye faithful followers of fashion, the time has come (the walrus said) to bid you a fond farewell—Anyhow. I'se all pooed out—Goobye! COMPLIMENTS OF Great States Theatres PEKIN --- - EMPIRE “The Store for Students” SCHIPPER BLOCK CO. Meinders Photo Studio QUALITY PHOTOS MODERATE PRICES Over .'145 Court St, Phone 74-M MENS AND WOMENS MAID-RITE CLOTHES SANDWICH SHOP DRY GOODS Different Special Kerry Day MRS. Kl BY DOBKN Jt SON BOB Fifth and Margaret St. TENNIS RACKETS™ ALL AT SALE PRICES! BALLS—12c - 24c - 35c SOFTBALLS — MITTS — BATS — BASEBALL SHOES CAPS OENF. LOHXE8 {% ■ I R I IT Pi ci? ok u Central Book and Toy Store BOYS AND GIRLS! COMPLIMENTS Of Huy or rent your munical instrument in rekin at price and term to unit our convenience. We guarantee every instrument we sell. Come down, let’ talk it over. SOLDWEDEL DAIRY EHRLICHER BROTHERS MUSIC STORE PRODUCTS S. T. GLASFORD, M. D. ICE CREAM, MILK and Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat BUTTER Office, 404 Elizabeth St. Pekin. Illinois PRE-SEASON SALE! Tennis Rackets — Golf Balls — Fishing Tackle USE OUR LAYAWAY PLAN NOW SAVE THE DIFFERENCE AT THE P Ht J. P. J. SPORTS SHOP 1 Pete Petri 631 Court St. Phone 491 Jerry Zuckweller

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