Peru State College - Peruvian Yearbook (Peru, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1908 volume:

The Peruvian The Senior Class Book of the Nebraska State Normal Edited and Published by the Class of 1908 Volume I - 9.1®. ilmuie Professor of Mathematics, ; Adviser to the Class of 1908 THE PERUVIAN FOR 1908 IS DEDICATED as a slight mark of the Admiration, A feet ion and Gratitude of the SENIORS PROF. J. m! HOWIE. F. A. Boom. Athletic C. C ItKKKKY. Kcliriou Hilda Millkk. Cl aaa Makyma Kite, Mu tic J. Harold William . Evu.ni Va Wicili. CUaa Society J A. Haxxa, Crack Booakdca, Editor in Chief Uttniy D. L Carlao . Manner Klmarkyh lluntioy, Rcliciou Akka Kktmdok. Attociate E. P. 11 on a 1 1 . F. O. ZlUK. Literary Snbtcriptioat L K. Mill. Att't Man ner Sarah M. IIimiumot. Athletic THE PERUVIAN STAFF. Board of Education. Hon. J. L. McBricn............ Hon. L. G. Brian.............. Hon. Luther 1’. I .widen, Sec’v Hon. Jas. E. Delzell, Pres---- Hon. C. II. Greg . Vice Pres. Hon. H. M. Childs............. Hon. B. L. Shcllhorn.......... Supt. Pub. Instruction, Lincoln ......State Treasurer, Lincoln ... .Term expires 1911, Lincoln .Term expires 1908, Lexington .. Term expires 1909, Kearney ......Term expires 1910, York ......Term expires 1912. Peru Committees of Board. Auditing.......................................................Brian, Childs. Shcllhorn Executive..........................Delzell, Gregg, Shcllhorn Furniture...............................................Luddcn, Childs, Brian Printing................................................Childs, Brian, McBricn Teachers and Employees.................................McBricn, Gregg, Delzell Text and Library Books, Course of Study and Rules. .Shcllhorn, Ludden, Gregg Calendar, 1907-1908. Registration, First Semester...........Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 23 and 24 Thanksgiving Vacation..........Tliurs., Fri., Mon., Nov. 28, 29 and Dec. 2 Holiday Vacation begins.........................Saturday, December 21 Holiday Vacation closes.............................Saturday, January 4 Military Play.......................................Thursday, January 30 Registration. Second Semester........Saturday and Monday, February 1 and 3 Philomathean Society Open Session...........................Thursday. May 28 Everett Society Open Session..................................Friday, May 29 Cadet Encampment...........Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 22, 23 and 24 Commencement Day.........................................Tuesday, June 2 Registration, Summer School................Monday and Tuesday, June 8 and 9 Ten J. W. CRABTREE, President. President Crabtree entered upon his duties as President of the Nebraska State Normal School at Peru in the fall of 1904. Since then this institution has increased wonderfully in growth, due largely to his untiring efforts to give the students the very best that can be offered, being never too busy to help the discouraged student. There is no other school man in the state who has so many ardent followers: he is generally known as The Greatest Diplomat in Nebraska” and is everybody’s friend. Eleven F. M- Greco E. L. House C. F. Beck MissSchi.ee Miss Loomis Miss Hosmer Miss Stoner E. A. Whitknack H. B. Duncasson Mrs. Crawford FACULTY F. M. GREGG, A. M. Science and classical courses from Ohio Xorthern University, receiving the degrees of A. B. A. M.. Chicago University. Has taught Latin and Greek literature in the Tri-State Normal. Scottsboro, Alabama. English and history at Baird Female Seminary College at Clinton. Missouri, natural and biological science at Wayne Normal College. Associate professor of biology at the State Normal at Peru. E L ROUSE, A, B., B. E. Fairfield College. Western Normal College, Iowa. Cotncr University. Three years country school teacher. Principal of the Hebron and Weeping Water schools. Superintendent of Plattsmouth schools. Member of the X. E. A. Ex-President of Nebraska Superintendents’ and Principals' Association. Member of the Schoolmasters’ Club. C. F. BECK Superintendent of Tekamah public schools. Superintendent of Burt County. Deputy State Superintendent of Public Instruction, department of mathematics. Nebraska State Normal, Peru. NELLIE MAY SCHLEE, A. B., B. E. Graduate of Lincoln Normal University, Lincoln. Nebraska. University of Nebraska and Teachers’ College, Columbia University, New York City. Teacher in rural schools, public schools of Tccumseh. Hastings and Lincoln, Nebraska, and Junior State Normals. Critic teacher in Primary Model School of Nebraska State Normal. ALICE M. LOOMIS, B. S. Graduated bv Nebraska State Normal, 1896. Taught four years in grammar and high school departments in Nebraska, one year in Lead, South Dakota, and one in the short grass country of Western Kansas. Student two years in Kansas Agricultural College. Teacher two years in Kansas Agricultural College. Student in Chicago University. Associate professor domestic science and preceptress, Oak Glen, 1906. LOU E. HOSMER. Student in Kindergarten Model and Training School for Teachers under Dr. W. X. Mailman. Teacher with Dr. Hailman at Laporte, Indiana. Supervisor of Kindergarten. Atica. Indiana. Supervisor of Kindergarten and Training schools, Dubuque, Iowa. Kindergarten Model and Critic teacher in Nebraska State Normal. LILLIAN W. STONER, B. E. Student at Campbell Normal University. Graduate of Western Normal College and of Highland Park Normal College. Superintendent of Cherry County. Preceptress and professor of sociology, Nebraska State Normal, Peru. E. A. WHITENACK, A. B. Graduated by Rutgers College. i8 jo. Teacher of French and German in the Cathedral School, Illinois. 1890-1892. Professor of French and German in Hope College, Michigan, 1892-1896. German graduate. New England College of Languages, 1896. Professor of German in the Nebraska State Normal School, Peru, 1897. H B- DUNCANSON, A. M„ B. S„ B. E. Graduated by Nebraska State Normal 1886. Graduated by University of Nebraska, B. S., 1890. Received the degree A. M. from the University of Nebraska 1894. Post-graduate student in University of Leipzig 1899-1900. Professor of biological sciences in Nebraska State Normal 1892. ELIZABETH CRAWFORD Graduate of Western Normal College. Iowa State Normal. University of Chicago. Teacher in Valentine public schools. Model teacher in Nebraska State Normal, Peru. Thirteen Dklzki.l Miss Goshkx N Miss Kelley J. M. Howie . A. Bkxctsox Miss Tyson Miss Kress Miss Clark J. W. SkARSON W. N. DELZELL. Graduated by Nebraska State Normal. 1894. Student University of Michigan. Assistant editor of Nebraska Teacher. Professor of department of business princples and commerce, instructor in mathematics, Nebraska State-Normal, 1905. N. A. BENGSTON, B. E., A. B. Graduated by Nebraska State Normal. 1902. High school principal, St. Paul, 1902-1903. Student Cornell University, 1904. Graduated bv University of Nebraska, 1907. Associate professor physical sciences in Nebraska State Normal, 1903. MARY TYNON Graduated by Nebraska State Normal. 1898. Teacher in graded work three years. Librarian Nebraska State Normal. 1905. ANNE M. GOSHEN, A. B., B. S. Graduate of West Chester Pennsylvania State Normal School and University of Michigan. Post-graduate of Stanford University, California. Professor in department of pedagogy in Nebraska State Normal, Peru. PEARL S. KELLEY Teacher in public schools. Critic teacher in primary department of model school. Nebraska State Normal. Peru. ESTHER A. CLARK. A. M. Graduate of the National Normal University. Lebanon, Ohio, and of the University of Nebraska. Graduate student of Yale University. Teacher of English in N. N. U., teacher of Latin in N. N. U. Professor of Latin language and literature in the Nebraska State Normal, Peru. DORA KREBS Student at Western Normal College and University of Chicago. Teacher in Neligh and Albion public schools. Critic teacher in grammar department of training school. Nebraska State Normal, Peru. J. M. HOWIE, A. M. Student and instructor in Penmanship and drawing in Southern Iowa Normal School, 1887-1889. Student and instructor in penmanship and drawing in Cotner University, 1891-1893. Principal of commercial department of Cotner University, 1893-1894. Student and assistant in mathematics in University of Nebraska. 1894-1895. Graduate student and assistant in mathematics at University of Wisconsin, 1895-1897. Instructor of mathematics in Eau Claire High School. Wisconsin, 1897-1898. Professor of mathematics in Nebraska State Normal School, 1898. J. W. SEARSON, A. M., A. B. Graduated by University of Nebraska, A. B., 1896. Fellow department European history. University of Nebraska, 1896-1898. Acting principal Pender High School and head of department European history, Lincoln High School, 1899. Superintendent Wahoo public schools, 1899-1905. Secretary Nebraska Superintendents’ and Principals’ Association, 1901. President of the same, 1903. Vice-President N. E. A.. 1904. President State Teachers’ Association, 1905. Professor of English and literature, Nebraska State Normal. 1905. Fifteen L. D. Sciikkkk MissLally G. H Ali.br W. L. Fkknck H. Brownkll Miss Ellis Miss Lucas Miss Woods Miss Culbrrtson MissShrklky Miss Mkars 1 L. D. SCHERER University of Washington, winning foot ball fame. University of Chicago. Played at guard on the famous Chicago foot ball team. Member of the Spokane Athletic Association, winning first medals on shot-put, discus-throw, hammer-throw, and first prize in hammer-throw at the Canadian meet. Instructor in physical training at the Nebraska State Normal, Peru. ELEANOR LALLY Graduate of Illinois Central Normal School, Lewiston, Illinois, and University of Nebraska School of Music. Student at Mount Saint Joseph’s College, Dubuque, Iowa, and University of Nebraska. Teacher in rural schools, graded schools of Beaver City, Arapahoe and Lincoln, Nebraska, and Junior Normals. Critic teacher in model school in Nebraska State Normal. W. L. FRENCH, B. S., B. E. Graduated by Nebraska State Normal, 1897. Graduated by University of Nebraska, 1906. Student Ames Agricultural College, Iowa. Principal of High Schools, Trenton, Orleans, Blue Springs. Associate professor of biological sciences in Nebraska State Normal, 1903. G. H. ALLER, A. B. Doane College. Studied professional work under Fred Roote of Chicago. H. B. King of South Dakota, W. F. Gates of California, Grant Gleason of Chicago, G. B. Lampcrti, Berlin, Grorani Sbriglia, Paris. Private work. Musical instructor of Franklin Academy. Peru Normal, department of music. HERBERT BROWNELL. B. S.. B. E. Student Colgate Academy. Graduated by Oswego State Normal, New York. Post-graduate student Oswego State Normal. Graduated by Hamilton College. B. S. Ten years teacher in New York and Rhode Island schools. Professor of physical sciences in Nebraska State Normal, 1893. MATTIE COOK ELLIS Graduate of Winona State Normal. Minnesota. Teacher in Omaha public schools and critic teacher in Nebraska State Normal. Instructor in history in Nebraska State Normal, Peru. AMELIA LUCAS Graduate of Emerson College, Boston; School of Expression, Boston, and Columbia College of Expression, Chicago. Teacher in De Kalb. Illinois, and Illinois State Normal. Professor of expression in Nebraska State Normal, Peru. KATHERINE L. WOODS, A. B. Graduate of Nebraska State Universitv. Teacher of Latin and English in Plattsmouth High School and principal of Madison High School. Associate professor of Latin in Nebraska State Normal, Peru. LOUISE W. MEARS, B. E., A. B. Graduate of Nebraska State Normal. Harvard University, University of Chicago, University of Minnesota. Teacher in Minnesota State Normal. Made special travels for geological purposes in Alaska and Europe. Training teacher in Nebraska State Normal, Peru. t Seventeen CHANCELLOR E. BENJAMIN ANDREWS Who delivers Baccalaureate Sermon HON. J. FRANK HANKY Governor of Indiana, who delivered Commencement Address The Seniors. Here’s to the Seniors of nineteen eight! Seniors! The class which has labored nor waited for fate, The class of all classes, by deeds made great, Seniors! The days have gone swiftly for one and for all, Seniors! Since first we entered our dear College hall And felt ourselves held in her mystical thrall, Seniors! Our school work is ended, and forth we must go, Seniors! To meet with life’s trials, and this we know, The Seniors are ready to cope with each foe. Seniors! Though our trials be many, and hard, and long, Seniors! Still in our hearts we will carry a song, And spend our lives gladly, in helping right wrong. Seniors! Sara E. Dunn. Twenty THE CLASS OF 1908 w The class of ’08 had its humble beginning way down in the grades of the Model School. There are a few who were in the class at that time who will graduate this year. Others have dropped out, either for a year or two or have left school permanently. The regular Normal work was, however, begun in the First Year class, and the class was marked from the first for its enthusiasm and good work. The class adviser that year was Prof. C. F. Beck. The class colors chosen this year were old rose and olive green, and have been kept throughout the entire course. The Second Year class was organized the next fall with Prof. J. M. Howie as class adviser and Marv A. Hoadley as class president. The class showed its originality and enterprise on its coming in day, when it marched on the rostrum of the Old Chapel, each member wearing a paper cap of the class colors, bowing and tipping caps to the Faculty and the State Board of Education, which was present, then replacing their caps, they about-faced toward the students and gave the yell that has been heard so many times since: Get out of the county, Get out of the state, For we are the class Of nineteen-eight. The school year ended with a victory for the class on Field Day. The Third Year class, or Sophomore class, as it is now called, organized the next year with Mr. Best as president. The good work and interest of the previous year was carried-on. The class organization was strong, and the class work was stronger. The class was represented in the school debates and in all organizations. This year again closed with a victory for o8 on Field Day. The Junior Year was one of unprecedented successes. The class showed more than ever the originality which has characterized it thruout its entire career. The president. C. O. Oline. was ably seconded by his strong cabinet and earnest workers. The class work was the best ever done as a class in the Normal, and individual members did splendid work in all lines of school activities. The class broke away from the old custom of serving the Seniors a banquet and gave them a plav instead. On Field Day the ’08s again carried off the banner, thus crowning a successful year with another victory. As a Senior class, is there any need to enumerate the class’ success and superiority? Earnest in school work, original in class work, and unconquerable in everything, the class of 08 will end its last year at Peru as the best and noblest class ever sent forth from the Normal’s class rooms to train the children of Nebraska’s many schools. J. G. Hesseltine. . Tivtnty-ont CHESTER O. OLINE, Lynch. President Class of 'OS, Junior and Senior years. Philo-inathean corresponding Secretary, ’Ofi, ‘07. Vice-President, '08, Y. M. C. A. Treasurer, 07, Secretary, 'os, Ciceronian. Military Co. Captain, Co. A. Ncrmalitc Publication Board. President Normalitc, Staff Military Editor. Athletic Association, Preceptor Freshman class. Bellevue College. Normal three years. Thesis Topic—“Education and the Dignity of Labor.” “Were I so tall to reach the pole. Or grasp the ocean with my span. 1 must he measured by my soul— The mind's the standard of the man.” —Watts. GEORGE P. McGREW, Auburn. Vice-President Class of ’OS, Y. M. C. A., Philomathean. Ciceronian, Peruvian Staff Art Editor, Athletic Association. Normalitc. Ex-Business Manager. Camera Club. Laboratory Assistant. Auburn High School. Normal two years. Uni versity of Nebraska. Thesis Topic—“The Principal as a Supervisor.” Some are born great: some achieve greatness. And some have greatness thrust upon 'em.” —Shakespeare. CARRINE PORTER. Wilber. Secretary Class of OS, Y. W. C. A., Philomathean, Senior Basket Bali Team, Athletic Association, Glee Club. Wilber High School. Thesis Topic—'“The Statistical Method of Child Study.” “Infinite riches In a ljttle room. •—Ma rlowc. 7 itjcntyliuo BURRELL J. RAINES, Peru. Treasurer Class of 'OS, Sophomore, Junior and Senior years. Y. M. C. A., Everett, Band. Orchestra, Owl Quartet, Athletic Association. Thesis Topic — Elementary Eilueation in the English Colonies of America. “A merrier man Within the limit of becoming mirth I never spent nn hour's talk withal. ’ —Shakespeare. EDWARD R. GROSS, Burr. Sergeant-at-Arms of Class of ’OS. Y. M. C. A., Everett, German Club, President, ’07, Athletic Association, Military Company. Syracuse High School. Thesis Topic— Mathematics in the High School “Thou art a fellow of a good respect: Thy life hath ha l some snatch of honor In It.” —Shakespeare. J. HAROLD WILLIAMS, Ainsworth. Yell Leader Class of ’OS. Y. M. C. A., Philomathean, Ciceronian, Band, German Club, Treasurer. ’07, Athletic Association, Owl Quartet, Normalite, Associate Editor, Peruvian, Staff, Class Editor. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— Universities of the Middle Ages. “The life of humor and the soul of wit.” 1 lucntythree JOHN T. AKERS, Sowers, Va. Y. M. C. A., President, '08, Ciceronian, President. ’07, Critic, 'OS, Philoniathcan, President, 'os. Athletic Association, Nonnalitc, Editor-in-Chief. Normal, four years. Thesis Topic—“Education and Civic Progress” Mow much lies in laughter; the clplier key Wherewith we decipher the whole man.” —Carlyle. NANNIE AMMON, Wilcox. Y. W. C. A.. Everett, Athenian, Athletic Association. Bartley High School. Thesis Topic—“Vacation Schools.” Blessed influence of ono true human soul. —George Eliot. MARY ANDERSON, Seward. Philomathean, Alpha Delta. Sigma Kappa Tennis Club, Athletic Association. Seward High School. Thesis Topic—“Higher Education of IVomcn. They that love mirth, let them heartily drink; 'Tis the receipt to make sorrow sink. —Ben Jonson. Twenty four BLANCHE BAILOR, Fairmont. Y. W. C. A., Philomathcan, Athenian. Secretary, '08. Fairmont High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—“The Future of the Rural School Teacher. •‘The mildest manners and the gentlest heart.” MABEL A. BAILOR, Fairmont. Y. V. C. A., Philomathcan, Athenian. Geneva Junior Normal. Geneva High School. Thesis Topic—“IToman's Place in the Professions.” Kind hearts are more than coronets. And simple faith than Norman blood.” —Tennyson. EDNA BEACH, Shickley. Y. W. C. A., Philomathcan, Athletic Association. Nor mal, three years. Thesis Topic—“Art as an Educational Factor.” O. lady, nobility Is thine: and thy form In the reflection of thy nature. —Kurlpldes. Tiventy-fivc CHARLES C. BERKEY, Davenport. Y. M. C. A., Philomathean, Religious Editor, Normalitc Staff, Y. M. C. A. Reporter. University of Nebraska-Normal Debate. Davenport High School. University of Nebraska. two years. Thesis Topic— History in the High School.” ••Hut when his chest Its deep toned voice sent forth With words that fell like (lakes of wintry snow, No mortal being with him could compare. —Homer. ETHEL BERRY, Tekantah. Y. W. C. A., Vice-President, ’OS, Philomathean, Trustee, Normalitc Staff, Religious Editor. Normal, three years. Thesis Topic — The Value of Training the Speaking Voice.” THE ELDERBERRY. She Is so free, so kind, so apt. so blessed a disposition. She holds It a vice in her goodness not to do more than she Is requested. GRACE A. BERRY. Tckamah. Y. V. C. A., Philomathean, Secretary, ’07, Philomathean Ladies’ Quartet. Symphony Club. Glee Club. Thesis Topic—“Public School Art.” THE DEWBERRY. . . . . who, as she sung, would take the prisoned soul And wrap It in Elysium.” -Milton. Twenty six FRANK ALLAN BOOSE, Falls City. V. M. C. A., Philomathcan, Peruvian Staff, Glee Club. Falls City High School. University of Nebraska, one year. Normal, one year. Thesis Topic—'“Technical Training in High Schools. “With graceful steps he walks the street And smiles at all the maidens sweet.” ADA M. BEYNON, Wymore. V. W. C. A.. Philomathean, Athletic Association. Wy more High School. Normal, one year. Thesis Topic— John Millon as an Educator. Thought once awakened does not again slumber.” —Carlyle. GRACE BOGARDUS, Neligh. Everett. Vice-President, Y. Y. C. A., Athenian. Peruvian Staff, Athletic Association. Thesis Topic—“Temperaments and How to Handle Them. Where'er she goes, where'er she turns her step Grace Is her tire-woman and her follower.” Zzvn v seven LUCY BOWEN. Lincoln. Y. W. C. A., Athletic Association. Thesis Topic—“Education of Menial Defectives.” ‘‘Good, the more Communicated, the more abundant grows. -Milton. E. R. BURKEY, Giltner. Y. M. C. ABhilomathean, Ciceronian, Laboratory Assistant. Normalitc Staff, Business Manager. Wesleyan University. York College. Normal, two years. Nebraska University-Normal Debate. Thesis Topic—'“School Discipline.” I am a man: what concerns man must concern me. —Terence. VIRGINIA LEE BYERLY. Franklin. Everett, Assistant in English Department. Thesis Topic—“The Education of the Indian.” None knew thee but to love thee; None named thee hut to praise.” —Halleck. Twentyciffl.t DAVID L. CARLSON, Shickley. Y. M. C. A., Philomathean, Base Ball Captain, ’os, Athletic Association, Athletic Board, Vice-President, Peruvian Staff. Business Manager. Normal, three years. Thesis Topic—“Moral Status of the College Boy ” “Pleasantry will often cut clean through Hard knots that gravity would scarce undo. —Horace. EFFIE O. CARLSON, Valentine. Thesis Topic—“The Aesthetic Side of Education. “Laugh, and the world laughs with you.” —Wilcox. GEORGE L. CARLSON. Ong. Y. M. C. A.. Athletic Association, Camera Club. Thesis Topic—“Americanizing Our Foreign Element.' “It must follow as night the day. Thou const not be false to any man.” —Shakespeare. Zw.ii Y-ntne HELEN F. CONE. Ashland. V. V. C. A.. Philomathcan, Athletic Association, Alpha Delta. Ashland High School. ’G5. Thesis Topic— The Function of the Story in Primary Education.” ’TIs sold she hath a generous soul; 'tls well.” WARREN S. COOK. Steele City. V. M. C. A.. Philomathcan. Ciceronian. Glee Club, Banc!. Military Company, Second Sergeant. Thesis Topic—“The Ethical I'aluc of Literature. Man may not despair Of ought l e undertakes If well he labors. All things with toil and care may be accomplished. E. VERA CRAVEN. Sargent. V. M. C. A., Everett. Glee Club, Athenian. Thesis Topic— The Home as an Adjunct to the School.” Of all our possessions wisdom alone is immortal. Thirty FANNIE B. CROSS, Dc Witt. Y. W. C. A.. Athletic Association. Fairbury High School. University of Nebraska, two years. Thesis Topic— Methods of Teaching Literature in the Grades “Gifted with a prudent mind That is more powerful than the strongest arm.” ELIZABETH CURRIE, Friend. Y. W. C. A., Athletic Association. Friend High School. Bellevue College, two years. Thesis Topic— Helen Keller. Earth's noblest thing—a woman perfected.” —I x well. SARA E. DUXX. Syracuse. Philoniathean, Assistant in English Department. Syracuse High School. University of Xcbraska, two years. The travelled mind is the liberal mind, educated from exclusiveness and egotism. —Alcott. Thirty-one GERTRUDE EASTON, Tccumsch. Y. W. C. A., Philomathcan. Greenfield (Iowa) High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—“The True ’unction of Literature All Is concentrated In a life Intense. Where not a beam, nor air, nor leaf Is lost. But hath a part of being.” —Byron. AUGUST O. EGGENBERGER. Strang. V. M. C. A., Everett. Ciceronian, Treasurer, 'os, Athletic Association. Treasurer, ’07, Basket Rail Team. '07. 'os. Rase Rail Team, '()7. 'OS. Thesis Topic—“Moral Training in Elementary Schools. ”Yea. verily, n man of good repute and locks of Jet like night.” ELLEN ERICSON, Wahoo. Y. W. C. A., Athletic Association. Wahoo High School. Thesis Topic—“Life and Work of Pcstalossi.” '•Smooth runs the water where the brook Is deep.” Thirty-two EMILY MARY ERICKSON'. Holbrook. Everett, Y. W. C. A. Arapahoe High School. Nebraska State Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— Training or Qualifications of High School Teachers. She hath a natural wise sincerity, a frank and simple truthfulness. REE A E. EVERSCLE. Elk Creek. Philomathcan, Athletic Asscciatici:. Falls City High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— Child Labcr end Compulsory Education.” She speaks, behaves, and acts Just like she ought. —Pope. HATTIE FIGHT, Plattsmouth. Catholic Association Secretary. Athletic Association. Thesis Topic—“The Mediaeval Monastery and Its ln u-enee on Education. Thy modesty is a candle to thy merit. Thirty-three NELLE FOLSOM. Ashland. Athletic Association, Assistant in Journalism. Thesis Topic— Contributions of the Crusades to Edit cation. As merry as the day Is Ioiir.” —Shakespeare. BESS FOSTER. Sterling. V. V. C. A.. Philoniathean, Athenian Critic, Xormalitc Start Exchange Editor. Normal, two years. Thesis Tcpic— The I’alue of Latin to the High School Student. The very room coz she was In Seemed warm from door to ceilin'.” —Lowell. LYLA V. FRENCH, Auburn. Athletic Association, Philoniathean, Corresponding Secretary. Thesis Topic— Language Training in the Elementary School.” My lady hath a smile for all A kindly word for each. MYRTLE GELWICK, Brainard. Y. W. C. A., Piiilomathean. 'I'hcsis Topic—“The Educational Influence of the Re formation” Look within, for within Is the well-spring of virtue, which will net cease f lowing. If you cense not from digging. —Marcus Aurelius. JOHN E. GIBNEY. Elkiicrn. Everett, Normal Catholic Association. Erunont College. Normal, one year. Thesis Topic—“Commercialism and Education 'Well by his visage you might know He was a stalwart knight and keen. ALICE M. GIPSON. Auburn. Piiilomathean. Athletic Association, Senior Base Ball and Basket Ball Teams. Thesis Topic— Literature for the Primary Grades.” I came. I saw. I conquered. • V I hil ly-tire IVA GLASGOW, Peru. Y. W. C. A.. Philoniathcan. Normal, five years. Thesis Topic—''Qualifications of a Teacher. With countenance demure and modest grace.” MAY GLASGOW. Peru. Y. V. C. A.. Philomathean, Athletic Association, Senior Basket Ball Team. Normal, five years. Thesis Topic— High School Facilities in Rural Com in unities.” . . . . whose name refines coarse lines and makes prose song.” SADIE ODESSA GREEN, Swanton. Y. W. C. A., Philomathean, Athenian. Wesleyan University. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— The influence of Religious Creeds Upon Education You are well favoured and your looks fortell You have a gentle heart. —Shakespeare. Thirty six ANNA J. GUNN, Lexington. Y. W. C. A.. Philomathean. Thesis Topic— The Relation of Pieeties to the Harmonious Development of Man ” Tlse better known, the greater Is her work appreciated. TEN A M. GUNN, Lexington. Y. W. C. A., Philomathean, English Assistant. Freceptcr, Freshman Class. Thesis Topic— Literature and Life. Nobly plan-el To warn, to comfort, to comma ci LENA HALLETT, Peru. Y. W. C. A.. Philomathean, Athletic Association, Glee Club. Normal, five years. Thesis Topic— Education in the Philippines. Tie soil of mirth Is a sly mischief. Thirlyseven RUTH HARTER HAMILTON, Dakota City. Y. V. C. A. Everett, Alpha Delta, Athletic Association. Sioux City High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—“The Relit lion of I he Kindergarten to the Primary School. If one could have that little head of hers Painted on a backfire und of pale gold Such as the Tuscan's early art prefers! JOHN A. HANNA, Auburn. Editcr-ir-Chicf Peruvian, Y. .M. C. A., Pianist. Philo-mathcan, Ciceronian President, 'os. Athletic Association. Camera Club, Ncrmrlite Staff Literary Editor. Assistant in Literature Department. Omaha Bee and Lincoln Star Correspondent. Missouri - Nebraska Debate. Auburn High School. Normal, one year. Thesis Topic— The Ideal School Organisation for a 'e-Iras ha Town. It Is better to wear out than rust out. PEARL HANNA, Falls City. Y. Y. C. A., Philoinathcan, Athletic Association. Thesis Topic— The Work of Hull House. She has built the ladder ty which she climbs From the lowly earth to ti e vaulted skies.” Thirty-eight STELLA M. HARRISS, Fairbury. Y. W. C. A.. Philoniathean, Athenian. Senior Base Ball and Basket Ball Teams. Fairbury High School. Thesis Topic— Educational Problems in Cube.. Common sense always commands respect.” INEZ HAWKINS, Fairfield. I itin Club. SARAH M. HERRINGTON. Wakefield. Y. W. C. A.. Alpha Delta. Philoniathean, Athletic Association. Captain Senior Base Ball Team. Sigma Kappa Tennis Club. Wakefield High School. Woodstock (Connecticut) Academy. Thesis Topic— Co-cducatior.cl Problem in the Modern High School. When our old pleasures die. Some new one “MU is nl h: O. fair variety! —Rowe. 7'frrtv-nine % J. GRANT HESSELTINE, Peru. Philoniathcan. Camera Club. Hand. Assistant Biological Laboratory. Thesis Topic—“The Educational i’a ue of Natural Science. The field's his study. Nature Is Ills book.” —Bloomington. MARGARET G. HICKEY, O’Neill. Normal Catholic Association. Philoniathcan, Athenian. Thesis Topic— Co-education in Colleges and Universities. Where there’s a will there’s a way.” LEON R. HILL. Geneva. Y. M. C. A.. Philoniathcan Treasurer, ’ns. Ciceronian Secretary. ‘07. Kansas-Nebraska Debates. Ncrmalite Assistant Business Manager. Peruvian Staff Assistant Business Manager. Athletic Association Cabinet. Ohiowa High School. University of Nebraska, two years. Thesis Topic— The I'alue of a Easiness Education.” On their own merits modest men are dumb.” forty 0 CARRIE HUSTON. Peru. Y. W. C. A.. Philomathean. Athletic Association. Rocky Ford (Colorado) High School. Normal, four years. Thesis Topic—“Imagination in Primary Education. She is a soft landscape of mild earth Where all Is harmony and calm and |iiiet. —Byron. EDWARD P. HODAPP, Humboldt. Y. M. C. A., Philomathean Treasurer, ’OS, Band, Orchestra, Glee Chd). Camera Club, Peruvian Staff Literary Editor. Humboldt High School. Normal, one year. Thesis Topic— Colonel Parker's Influence on Education.” ‘‘An affable and courteous gentleman. —Shakespeare. GRACE A. HUFF, Dorchester. Y. W. C. A., Philomatiiean. Dorchester High School. Thesis Topic— Teaching of Eroding in the Primary Grades.’' Surer to prosper than prosperity could have assured us. -Milton. Forty-one AN ABEL JOSEPH. Wahoo. Normal Catholic Association, Assistant in English Department. Senior Basket Ball Team. Thesis Topic— The Socratic Method.” Her hair Is no more sunny than her heart.” LET A V. HUTCHISON, Sheridan. Wyo. v. w. C. A.. Philomathcan, Alpha Delta Athletic Association. Sigma Kappa. Tennis Club. Thesis Topic—“Early Christian Schools. “She Is pretty to walk with. And witty to talk with. And pleasant, tco. to think on. O. YV. JAMES, Humboldt. V. M. C. A. Treasurer. Everett Treasurer, Athletic Association President, 'OS. Vice-President. ’00; Athletic Board, Foot Ball Team, Captain Senior Basket Ball Team. Humboldt High School. Normal, two years. Thesis 'Topic—' Educational Ideals of .-Wiens and Sparta. Such rewards As victors wear at the Olympian Kamos.” Forty-1 iv o MARTHA L. KANNOW, McCook. V. W. C. A.. Everett, Athletic Association. Doane College. Thesis Topic—“The Pine Arts as Tactors in Moral Education.” For learning Is the fountain pure Out from which all Klor.v springs.” MATTIE KERN ON, Dawson. Y. V. C. A., Athletic Association. Thesis Topic—“Formalism vs. Realism in Education. My mind. as� Iro to I igh r thlrpa: -fuw :hh In tint wM I. never tnkoth rust. ANNA MARION KETRIDGE. Fairmont. Associate Editor Peruvian. Y. '. C. A.. Philomathean. Orchestra, Alpha Delta, Camera Cltth, Symphony Cltth. Eair-inont High School. University, two years. Thesis 'Topic — The Ideal Curriculum for Primary Grades” Though all he gods, she towers over all.”—Virgil. Forty-three MARTHA KING, Verdon. Philoniathcan Corresponding Secretary, 07. Philo Ladies' Quartet. Symphony Club, Glee Club, Class Secretary, '05. Peruvian Staff. Music and Art Editor. Thesis Topic—“The Influence of Music:' Fame does not always err. Sometimes she chooses well.” MAY LINGER, Peru. Y. Y C. A.. Everett, Glee Club. Thesis Topic—“Heredity os o Foe tor in Education” ”ln thy face I see the map of honor, truth, and loyalty.” ANNA LEEPER, Auburn. Y. W. C. A.. Philoniathcan, German Club. Thesis Topic— Consolidation of Rural Schools.” ” ’Twas just a womanly presence. An intluence unexpressed.” —Lowell. Rorty-f'our MABEL LONNEKER. Madison. Nebraska State Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— Libraries for Rural Schools.” Noble by birth, yet noble by rreat deeds. OTTIS G. LORAXCE. Auburn. Philomathcan, Athletic Association. Auburn High School, ’OG. Thesis Topic— The Awakening of China. Her frowns are fairer far Than the smiles of other maidens are. —Col eridge. STELLA N. LULL, Shicklcy. Y. W. C. A., Athletic Association. Thesis Topic— Manual Training in Public Schools.” This woman would constrain a Hint to love her.” n or y-five MYRTLE McCRAY, Osceola. Y. W. C. A., Athletic Association. Osceola High School. Thesis Topic—“Training for Citizenship. Fame’s wide Held To talent open lies, ami favor sure Walts upon merit.” JULIA McIXINCH, Auburn. Philomathoan. Auburn High School. Thesis Topic— The Soei.il Settlement Movement in Our Large Cities. The rose sheds Ito fragrance unknowingly, and asks for no return. FSPE li. McLEAX, Fairbury. Y. W. C. A.. Athenian. Philoniathean. Fairbury High School. Thesis Topic—“Vacation Schools Principle Is ever my motto: not expediency.” Forty• six HILDA MILLER.Tobias. Y. W. C. A., Philcnnthean. Latin Club. Athenian President. '07, Peruvian Staff Class Editor, Assistant Science Department. Thesis Topic—“Contributions of Chemistry to Modern Civilisation.” '•She knows the great-uncles of Moses. The 'lates of the Wars of the Roses. The reasons for things. Why Injuns wore rings In their big aboriginal noses. FRANK HAROLD MIZKKA, Morse Bluff. Philomathean, Ciceronian Vice-President. 08, Athletic Association, Track Team. Normal, tiiree years. Thesis Topic—“The Proper Literature for the Grades.” ■'No brainless trunk Is yours. —Horace. MOLLIE MOORE. Brownvillc. Y. V. C. A. Thesis Topic—“Education of the Deaf and Dumb. “Little by little all tasks are done— So are the crowns of the faithful won.” Forty-seven MATTIE MUM FORI), Ohiowa. Y. W. C. A. Thesis Topic— The Relation of Imitation to Mental Development.” The fruit of labor is success. GRACE OSTENBERG, Mead. Catholic Association, Philomathcan. University of Nebraska, three years. Normal, one year. Thesis Topic— Degeneration. Hut crudest it is of all. To love, and love In vain. —Anacreon. LENORA PAGE, Peru. Y. W. C. A. A light that is set on a hill cannot be hid.” Forty-ci hl MABEL PECK, Beaver Crossitir. Y. W. C. A., Everett. Thesis Topic— The Jesuits and Their Influence cn Edu- cation. •Frlcrds. if we le honest with ourselves. We shall be honest with each other.” ANNA C PEDERSON. Omaha. Y. VV. C. A.. Philomathcan, Athenian. Omaha High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— Development of the Emotions. ” s p-,re as a pearl And as rerfeot; a nr.I.le and Innocent virl.” —Meredith. ALBERT PETERSON, Stromsburg. Y. M. C. A., Everett, Ciceronian. Thesis Topic—”Relation of Environment to Education.' None but himself can be Ills parallel.” I orly-nine HILMA PETERSON, Orleans. V. V. C. A.. Athletic Association. Orleans High School. Thesis Topic—“Educational Ideals.” Imbued With sanctity cf reason.” -Milton. ELSIE PORTER, Mindcn. V. W. C. A., Philotnathcan, Athletic Association. “You ate wisely silent of your own worth. And therefore it were a sin for others to he so. —Randolph. LAURA PORTER, Peru. V. V. C. A.. Athletic Association. Wilber High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— History versus Prophecy. Her lively looks a sprightly mind discloses. Fifty EVA L. Pl’LVER, Papillion. V. W. C. A., Philomatiican. Thesis Topic—''Laura Bridgman. She Is modest sis any. Ard blithe sis she’s bonny. For guileless simplicity Makes her its aim.” BERTHA REED, Pent. V. W. C. A.. Philomatiican Secretary, ’07, Philo Ladies’ Quartet. Symphony Club, Ilcc Club. Thesis Topic— Sense Development and Training. The melting voice through mazes running, t’ntwisting sill tlie chains that tie The hidden soul of harmony.” -Milton. ELLA S. REIN HARD, West Point. Y. W. C. A., Philomatiican. Athletic Association, Alpha Delta. West Point High School. Thesis Topic—“The School System of Germany. Her brow bright with intelligence. T'iftx-one LIDA REWEY, Wisncr. Y. V. C. A.. Athletic Association, Alpha Delta, Kindergarten. Wisncr High School. Normal, three years. Thesis Topic—“Educational Value of Play” Full well they laughed, ror counterfeited glee At all her Jokes, for many a Joke had she. ETHEL ROBB, Tccumsch. V. W. C. A.. Philomathcan, Athletic Association, Latin Club. Tecumseh High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—''Educational Ideals and Practice in Japan.” ••Who soweth good seed shall surely reap: The year grows rich as It groweth old. And life’s latest sands are Its sands of gold.” JESSIE M. ROBINSON, Juniata. V. V. C. A.. Bible Study Class Chairman. Morning Side (Iowa) College. Graduate Fremont Normal. Graduate Yankton (South Dakota) College. Hastings College. Thesis Topic— The Educational Value of the Bible” If e'er she knew an evil thought. She spoke no evil word. Fifty-two NELLIE E. ROD A BAUGH, Peru. Y. W. C. A., Philomathean, Glee Club. Thesis Topic— Physiology in the Elementary Schools. Language was given io us that we miglit say pleasant thing to each other. —Bovee. . LUCIA L. SAXER, Mount Clare. Y. ’. C. A., Athenian Treasurer, Athletic Association. Glee Club. Y. W. C. A. Delegate to Cascade Conference. Thesis Topic— The Place of Science in the High School. Here’s a woman like a dew-drop. She's purer than the purest.” —Browning. GRACE E. SAYLORS. Yerdon. Y. V. C. A., Everett. Thesis Topic—“Co-operation of Howe ami School. The heart to conceive, the understanding to direct, nnd the hand to execute.” ift) 'three LOUISE M. SCHROEDER. Bdvidcre. V. V. C. A.. Everett. Athletic Association. Lincoln High School. Thesis Topic—“Edueation of the Jilind.” ‘•Wisdom hath marked her for cue of her own.” MARY SEEL1G, North Bend. Y. V. C. A. Secretary. ’07, Athenian Secretary, '07, Latin Club, Normalitc Reporting Staff. North Bend High School. Thesis Topic—“Cultivation of the Imagination.” Mow doth the little busy bee Improve each shining hour. MAY SHARP, Bcentcr. • Philomathcan, Y. W. C. A. Student at Wesleyan University. 'Thesis Topic— The Relation of Education to Eoeation” I would fain grew old learning many things. —Plato fifty-four GLENN SHEELY, Seward. Y. W. C. A.. Philomathcan, Athletic Association Secretary. Girls' Basket Ball Team Captain. Alpha Delta, Sigma Kappa Tennis Club. Seward High School. Thesis Topic—“College Athlctics for Girls.” A lady toll, and most divinely fair.” CLARA A. SHIRES. Mead. Y. V. C. A., Philomathcan, Senior Girls’ Base Ball. Nor-nialitc Staff, Exchange Editor; State Journal Correspondent. South Division High School, Chicago. Thesis Topic— Education of Girls.” “No life Can Ik- pure In Its purpose or strong in Its strife. And all life not be purer and stronger thereby.” —Meredith. ADENE P. SIM, Nebraska City. Philomathcan. Everett. Thesis Topic— Public Opinion vs. Progress in Education. ■•It Is good to lengthen to the last a sunny mood. —Lowell. Fifty-five CLARA J. SKYRME, Tobias. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—“The Value of Aesthetic Training.” • You hear thut girl laughing? You think she's all fun: Hut the angels laugh, too. at the good site has done.’ —Holmes. ELIZABETH M. SKYRME, Tobias. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—■ School Hygiene ” O what a glory doth this world put on For him who with fervent heart goes forth 1’nder the bright and glorious sky. and look On duties well performed, and days well spent.” —Longfellow. PENCY P. SKYRME, Tobias. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic—'“Manual Training for the Abnormal Child. For she was jes’ the quiet kind Whose natures never vary Like streams that keep a summer mind Snow laid in Jenoary.” —Lowell. Fifty-six ETHEL D. SNELL, Ainsworth. V. W. C. A.. Philoinathcan, Nornialitc, Senior Correspondent. Thesis Topic —“Shakespeare His Influence on Ettuca- Gentle Venus, delight of gods and men.” —Lucretius. ELIZABETH SNYDER, Peru. Y. Y. C. A., Athletic Association. Thesis Topic—“The Relation cf Education to Sure ess in Lifer •'Silence is safer than speech.” RUSSEL R. SPAEEORD, Adams. Y. M. C. A., Laboratory Assistant. Ciceronian. Normal, three years. 'l'hesis Topic—“Elementary Science in the Grades. “His nature Is too noble for the world: He would not llntter Neptune for his trident Or Jove for Ms power to thunder.” I ifly-seven GOLDIA STAND LEV, Peru. Philoiuathean. V. W. C A.. Athletic Association. Nebraska State Normal, from kindergarten throughout the entire course. Titesis Topic— I.ranting to Talk.” She with all the charm of woman. She with all the breadth of man.” —Tennyson. HARVEY PURR STAPLETON, Lincoln. Everett, Ciceronian, Foot Hall, Senior Basket Ball, Ath letic Association. Shelbina (Missouri) High School. Thesis Topic— Education of the Negro.” He is indeed a genius.” —Miss Krebs. JENNIE B. TENNANT, Gordon. Everett, V. V. C. A., Athletic Association. Thesis Topic— Educational Influence of Hooker T. Washington.” She that was fair and never preud. Had tongue at will and yet was never loud.” —Shakespeare. Fifty-eight GRACE M. THAYER. Ashland. Y. W. C. A.. Philomathean. Athletic Association. Alpha Delta, Senior Indoor Base Ball 1'eam. Thesis Topic— The School System of l:ranee. I will believe thou host a mind that suits With this thy fair and outward character.” —Shakespeare. FAYE TIMMERMAN, Edgar. Y. Y. C. A., Philomathean, German Club, Latin Club. Edgar High School. Normal, two years. Thesis Topic— The Italian Renaissance and Its Contributions to Education ” She Is ns trestle As zephyrs blowlrg on lie violets.” EVELYN VAN WICKLK. York. Y. W. C. A., Philomathean Vice-President, ’ns. Latin Club, Athenian Vice-President. ‘07. Athletic Association. Alpha Delta, Sigma Kappa Tennis Club, Peruvian Staff. Thesis Topic—“Value cf a Classical Education The grass stoops not, she trends on It so light.” —Shakespeare. 'ifty-ninc MILDRED WILCOX, Omaha. Athletic Association. Thesis Topic— I’assay College” I have heard of the lady, and Rood words went with Iter name.” ESTHER WALLACE, Fairbury. Thesis Topic— Importance of Music in a Liberal Education. “When life is true to the poles of nature, the streams of truth will roll through us In song. —Emerson. CATHERIXE WILLIS, Dorchester. V. W. C. A.. Athenian, Athletic Association. Wesleyan University. Thesis Topic— Relative Importance of Heredity and Environment in Education. A sunny temper guilds the edges of life’s blackest cloud.” Sixty BESSIE WASH BURN, Nemaha. Everett, Glee Club. Thesis Topic— The Differentiation of Studies in the Hi ah “Still achieving, still pursuing. School. STELLA C. WASHBURN, Nemaha. Everett, Glee Club, Mandolin Club. Thesis Topic— Music in the Grades.” Whatever anyone does or says. I must be good.” LENA WOODARD, Hamburg, Iowa. Y. W. C. A., Philomathcan, Latin Club, Alpha Delta. 'Thesis Topic—“Consolidation of Rural Schools.” “Where the river flows calmly, there perchance it deepest. —Cato. la Sixty-one NELLIE E. WYNNE, Schuyler. Y. Y. C. A., Philomathean, Athletic Association, Glee Club. Schuyler High School. Jameson (Missouri) High School. Normal, three years. Thesis Topic—“Habit in Education.” “llow far that little candle throws Its beam.” GOLDIE MAUDE YOCAM. Falls City. Philomathean, Athenian, Raqucttc Club. Falls City High School. Thesis Topic—' Art Education in the Public Schools.” “For If she will, she will: you may depend on’t; And If she won't, she won't: so there's an end on’t.” BESSIE ZINK, Stuart. Y. W. C. A. General Secretary, ’08. Philomathean, Glee Club, Laboratory Assistant, Octette. Thesis Topic—“Educational Suggestions Derived from the Study of Embryology.” “She who outshines 1 er age Is like a torch. Which, when it blazes high. Is apt to scorch. —Horace. Sixty-two ■■ FRED O. ZINK, Stuart. Philomathcan President, 'OS. Manager Foot Ball and Basket Ball, ’07. Stuart High School. Normal, three years. Thesis Topic— Altruism vs. Commercialism in Education. He spike; nn«l Into every heart his words Carried new strength and courage. —Homer. ZOLA ZINN, Geneva. V. W. C. A., Philomathcan, Athletic Association, Athenian Vice-President, '07. Thesis Topic—“Curiosity, a Factor in Education.” What good I see, humbly I seek to do. And live obedient to the law. In trust That eome what will, that must come. Shall eome well. —Arnold. KATHERINE L. LAFLIN. Crab Orchard. Athletic Association, V. W. C. A. St. Mary's Seminary. Normal, three years. Thesis Topic—“Literature for the Adolescent. It's easy enough to be pleasant when life Hows along like a seng. Hut the 'girl' worth while Is the one who will smile, when everything goes dead wrong. ELIZABETH HENDERSON, Peru. V. W. C. A. Vice President, '07: Philomathcan, Athenian. Class Secretary, 07; Peruvian Staff, Religious Editor; German Club. Normal, tour years. Thesis Topic—“Educational Problems in Cuba. And still they gazed, and still the wonder grew How one small head could carry all she knew.” Sixty-three Class of 1909 Colors—Purple and Old Gold. YELL . Hie, Hacc, Tra. Boom. Killy Kinnick, Ha Zoom, Willy Wally, Rally Rine, We’re the Class of ’09. junior class officers: Bert E. Swenson, President Clara Reed. Vice-President Jessie E. McDermct, Secretary Blinn O. Helms, Treasurer C. F. Beck, Class Adviser class roll : Rose Anderson Ora Andrews Dora Andrus Elizabeth Baker Rose Bailer May Barnes Hazel Beck Wilhelmina Bechord Ben Bedell Sarah Beebe H. M. Berkcy Agnes Blank Mabel Bowen Eunis Boyer Fern Brown Bernice Brown Beulah Brawner James J. Byrne Ira Cartncy Alice Chase Eleanorc Chech Cora Chittenden Stella Clark Richard Cole E. E. Collins Laura Craig Mamie Craig Edith Crapcnhoft Thomas Currie Nellie Davidson Winnie Dclzell Estella Dillow A. Mary Dittmcr Alfa Dunham Alma Eastman Olive Eggleston Edith Eggleston Clare Ellis Carlctta Flack Hildur Fogelstrom Ida Fogelstrom Helen France Edna Frederick Frances Frohncr Ada Carver Frances Gilbert Relic Glover Jewell Good Sadie Green • Elsie Guss Emma Greenwood Edna Hadley Mabel Hadsell Maude Hadsell Katherine Hanks Virginia Hanson W. T. Harrington J. A. Harris Marie Hausncr Frank Hawk Martha Heim Maymc lligginson A. J. Hill Ellen A. Jacobson Glenn Jenkins Ethel Johnson Tillir Johnson Helen Johnson Henrietta Kccs Burtis Kennedy Ruth Kerncn Bertha Kcsling Mabel Kilmer H. Lloyd Kinsey Arthur Klitra Minnie Knudscn Mabel Krcbbs Maymc Krull Lena Larimer Ellen I .arson Gladys Lillibridgc Coral A. Long Forrest McAdams Bernice Marker Mamie Masek Earl Meyer Edna Millay Margaret Mohrman Elizabeth Moody Maude Moore Flossie Morris Maud Moscly Andrn Moss Georgia Niebuhr Blanche Paid Edna Parsons Mary Pasco Olive Pasco James C. Phillips Mildred Porter Hattie Prochazka May Quadc M rtlc Reed Clara Renter Edith Roberts Blanche Robertson Verna Rodgers Ethel Sailors Minnie Sail Ottilia Schmidt Emma Schockcl Margaret Secck Bessie Shcllington Iona Shick Alice Sims R. B. Sims Ona Skyrmc C. W. Smith Edna Snell Beulah Snider Mildred Spencer Stella Spillncr Lena Stcinbaugh Florence Stephenson I della Straycr Jeanette Sublette Minnie Sublette Jessie Sutton Rena Turner Harry Tolhurst Julia H. Van Uriel Edmund Vclvick Ellen Wahlstrom Ruby Wcimcr Ivy Wells Celia Whit ton Emma Wilkins Ethel Williams Clio Wonder Harriet Wood E. R. Zink Dora Zook The Sophomores. When the school year 1907-1908 opened at the Normal, the registration of Sophomores was 90. Several who might possibly have ranked as Juniors preferred to cast their lots with the Class of 1910. We considered ourselves fortunate indeed as a class to secure the services of Miss Ellis as adviser. She has led us through a most profitable and prosperous year. At an early date we met for class organization, and elected C. Gordon Beck president, 'Mary Ellenberger vice-president, Lauretta Conn secretary, and Roy Lee treasurer. This able body of officers has steered our “Soph” ship thru' all kinds of waters. The social functions of the class have been characterized bv the same hearty class spirit that has characterized us in all fields. We shall not soon forget these good times. In all lines of school endeavor—athletics, association work, debating and iiterary societies—the Sophomores figure prominently, everywhere is Sophomore enthusiasm felt. Someone has suggested that our scarlet and cream should be exchanged for some other color combination that would better express our •‘veiling” propensities. Let us look at our record for this school year’s athletics. Two of the Normal • pigskin ljooters were represented by Lincoln and McReynolds, who are said to be the swiftest tackles in Nebraska. The second teams were composed largely of our classmen—among them Lee, Jennings, Magor, Stoddard and Guilfoil. who were always “there with the goods.” But we must not forget Beck, who would have made end had it not been for the stringency of parental rule, nor Aden, the famous fullback from Rising City, who would have made that place had he not been physically incapacitated, and so was not allowed to try out. When Dr. Scherer had made up his basket ball teams, we saw on the boys’ team Gordon Beck and C. P. Schott, who was made captain. In the girls’ team were Edith Phillips and Esther Blankenship, who are unexcelled as forwards. Miss Phillips is a sure player who seldom misses a goal. (Indeed, the only record we have of her having lost her head was in the game played when her friend Bucter” from York was in town and was late to the game. She hoped to make a record that would win her a home—but such is life!) Our class has taken part in all the interclass championship games, our boys winning the pennant held last year bv the Juniors, and greatlv to their surorise and ours as Jennings showed “Swede how to play ball, while Lee, J. Schott, Rost and Wrightsman brought the rest along with sure and equal care. The Sophomore indoor base hall team defeated the Freshmen, who are anything but poor players—then defeated the Seniors, thus winning that championship of the school. Their success was due to good coaching and splendid field work. Captain Weaver is a “slaughcr” at the stick and a twister in the box. There was Esther Blankenship, who played short stop and was considered the swiftest base runner on the team, and Miss Nicklc, who has the eye and the nerve. Then Miss Longfellow is certainly a wonder behind the bat. Our girls’ basket ball team has a proud record notwithstanding their failure to win the pennant. With the good record of this past year in mind, we can hopefully predict a bright future for the class of 1910. We trust our class next year will be larger, stronger and more successful than Wfc have been as Sophomores, thus reflecting credit upon our school. Thy loyal children sing thy praise; Our Nebraska Normal. Thy color true they proudly raise, Our Nebraska Normal. We shout aloud the glorious name, We pledge to keep it free from shame, To addjiew honors to thy f2111c, Our Nebraska Normal. Sixty ses'tn FRESHMEN7 CONVOCATION DAY IN CHAPEL The Freshmen Elmon Sutphin, Virginia, President Pauline Aden, Rising City. Secretary Eleanor Witt, Syracuse, Treasurer Nina Adams. Peru Minnie Applegate, Peru Ruth Balderson, Pickrell Burton Barnes, Kansas Ruth Brownell. Peru Grace Brooks, Peru Bert Brundson, Peru Grace Brundson, Peru Ora Burkhead. Oakdale Warren Burrclle, Peru Ezra Carey, Peru Thomas Cartnev, Tilden Ola Crook, Salem Clay Dallam, Peru Roy Davis, Peru Myra Davison, South Auburn Archie Dorsey, Marquette Dcssa Dow, Peru Fred Ebert, Peru Fannie Erisman, Auburn Xcllic Farmer, Peru Etta Feicht, Dawson Mary Frciburghouse, Sabctha Hazel Gifford. Peru Clarence Gillilan, Peru Wilma Hanks, Peru Olive Hanlon, Peru Dean Hansen, Peru Mary Healey, Winnctoon Laura Holliday, Burr Archie Hosterman, Brownville class roll: Claude Hutchinson, Peru Clyde Hutchinson, Peru Grace Jennings, Peru Ethel Johnson, Peru Alice Jones, Nemaha Maud Jones, Hendley Clara Kohler. Lewiston Elizabeth Kohler, Lewiston Aaron Lechliter, Auburn Bessie Leeper, Auburn Dolly Madigan, Weston Ethel Medley, Peru Joy E. Morgan, Peru Charles Moulton, Atkinson Mike Murphy, Tccumseh Elizabeth Oliver, Plattsmouth Ora Pryor, Neniaha Ruth Pryor, Nemaha Mabel Ramsey, Ashland Pink Renfro, Peru Opal Rice, Sterling Merle Sanders, Brownvillc Harry Sanders, Brownville Edith Shaw. Peru Orville Stephens, Nebraska City Russel Stewart. Cortland Edward Ward, Peru Maud Wells, Nebraska City Warren Williams, Peru Katharine Westphal, Virginia. Lydia Zimmerman, Hamburg Sixty.nine THE TRAINERS. Training Class of '08 Rucka-chucka-boom! Rucka-cluicka-boom! Rucka-clmcka! rucka-chucka! Boom! boom! boom! Trainers! trainers! give us room! Class Colors—Brown and Blue. CLASS OFFICERS: Mr. Ray Pool President Miss Maude Henderson, Vice-President Miss Pearl Krebs, Secretary Mr. F. W. Rockwell, Treasurer Among the many classes of the X. S. N. S. the Training class is by no means an unimportant one. The year's work in professional training and the review of the common branches has fitted its members especially for the work of the school room. In the various interests of the school, the literary societies, debating clubs, athletics, glee clubs, and the Y. M. and Y. W. C. A. are to be found among those from our ranks. The social side has not been neglected and a number of very enjoyable receptions have been given during the year. The Trainers will not soon forget those jolly good times ar.d the toothsome dainties served on each occasion. We have been noted all the year for our quiet demeanor and modesty. While other classes were singing and shouting in noisy discord their own praises at convocation, the Trainers have been content to be judged by their brilliant work in tlie class room. Notice the faces of the Training Class. If they arc happy it is because of the pleasure they have felt at being numbered among the students of the X. S. X. S. If they are sad. it is owing to the fact that they are leaving classmates and teachers, and “Those rugged hills and rocks and rills.” Seventy-one CHAPEL AND GYMNASIUM. Domestic Science Laboratory. Normal Hall. Philo Hai.i. THE LIBRARY. Chemistry Laboratory SCIIiNCi; HALL biological laboratory Science Lecture Koom MOUNT VERNON HALL. NVi CENTRAL HEATING PLANT Sc� r . C«rh HlUU MiRmoun F. Zisk F,. Zihk Tocitvsvr Cartkkv Sykwant Rkx� o Coi.i.im Cook Swr.siox, Capl. Stapi-kto FOOT BALL TEAM—Champions of Nebraska Colleges. |avm FOOTBALL. The season of 1907 was, on the whole, a success in Peru. The Normal met and defeated Tarkio and Doane, two of her old rivals, against whom she had never before been able to score. These victories put us in line for the championship of the state, for which honor we were to have competed against Bellevue. Owing to an unfortunate misunderstanding in regard to eligibility rules, however, the game was called off and both sides claimed the honors. Coach. Scherer worked hard to perfect a machine which could more than hold its own against its rivals, and has the nucleus of an excellent team for next fall Much credit for the success of the team is also due Captain Swenson, whose spirit and nerve kept his fellow players keyed up to the highest pitch at all times. season’s score hoard At Home Normal Tarkio College Normal Cnivcrsitv (second) 5 Normal 5 Crete Y. M. C. A On Other Grounds Normal Normal Doane College 6 Eighty-one BASKET BALL TEAM. 1908 Mv � Scmkrkh. Coacn Sciiorr. Capl. Dick Swxmox lcckxxxokr ioliivmt Basket Ball. The season of 1908 was perhaps the best the Normal has ever enjoyed. Not a game was lost on the local floor, while on the other hand we won from the great team of Wesleyan, which had such success at other places. The games lost on other floors were the result of playing under unfavorable conditions, such as the sloping floor at Shenandoah. The schedule was started in none too auspicious a style, owing to the fact that the team was made up almost entirely of new men. As the season progressed, however, the improvement in team work became more and more marked, and the last four games were won easily, the last being the whirlwind affair in which the Normal played Wesleyan off its feet and established an equal claim with that institution for the championship of the state. SCORES Normal 40 Humboldt High School ...27 Normal 18 Co. E of Shenandoah Normal 32 Weslevan ...58 Normal 42 University ('second) Normal 25 Coweta A. C., Nebraska City.. Normal 34 York College 5 Normal 33 Wesleyan ...27 Eighty-three SENIOR BASKET BALL TEAM Boose Stapleton I). Carlson G. Carlson Cook l'anna Gash SOPHOMORE BASKET BALL TEAM Wkiuhtsman Lkk Jknninos K st Sc hoi t James Inter-Class Athletics. Xo mid-winter sport is the center of keener attraction than girls’ inter-class athletics. This year, for the first time in the history of the Normal athletics, girls indoor base ball games were introduced, and this sport occasioned much excitement and fun on the part of the spectators. Iii the first of these games, the Seniors defeated the Juniors after a lnrd-fought battle. The Sophomores carried off the “palm of victory” in the Sophomore-1 ’reshman game. The championship remained to be competed for by the Seniors and Sophomores. The excitement in this last game was intense, but at the critical moment the game was lost to the Seniors. In basket ball, the Juniors had a great advantage over the other classes in having a team composed largely of first team substitutes. Both Seniors and Sophomores worked hard to win the coveted pennant, but the Juniors, by their excellent team work, carried off the honors. There was a long fellow named Swenson, Who used to be able to bat some He was never dismayed In all games he played And say but he made Kearney pant some! Eighty five N. S. X. S. BASE BALL TEAM Cartney, c. Helms, 2b. McAdams, c. G. Beck, 3b. Carlson, p. Eggenberger, If. Schoit, p. E. Beck, cf. Parriott, ss. Tolhurst, rf. Swenson, lb. Scherer, ccach. Standing of Intercollegiate Teams, May 25. Won Lost Per Cent Peru 1 .833 Cotner 4 1 .800 Bellevue 2 1 .666 Wesleyan 4 'y 6 .572 Kearney 'y 6 'y -y y . 666 Doane 1 7 .125 Eighty six ATHLETIC BOARD Prof. K. L. Roush Prof. K. A. Wiiitienack Prof. N. A. IJkncstox D L. Carlson Vanhti Corsf.ll Prof. L. L . Schf.rkk O.-W. Jamf.s OFFICERS NORMAL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Jamies Phillips L. R. Hill Glinn Siikf.lv O. W. Jamks BOYS’ TENNIS CLUB RACQUETTE CLUB GIRLS’ TENNIS CLUB. BASKET BALL TEAM Uvmti5 Kkkxkoy Gl« h Siieklv Kihtii Pniiun I- D. Scmkik . (,'okIi Klkakok Witt I lux I'mkck Haul Hrcd Girls Basket Ball. Peru had reascn this year to be proud of its girls’ first team. In all but one of their games th y were more than successful. Of ore victory especially the Normai will always he proud, the triumph over Wesleyan. Every girl was admirably fitted for her position, and played it well. The line-up was: Glen Shcely, center: Hazel Heck, second center; Edith Phillips and Helen France, forwards, and Burtis Kennedy ard Eleanor Witt, guards. Professor Dellzell, famous second baseman of Faculty Indoor l� a-eball team making sensational catch of line drive. Faculty vs. Seniors. Xintly-on Inter-Class Basket Ball. Class spirit has always been a great factor in the school life at the Normal. For this reason the struggle for the class championship in basket ball is always hard-fought. This year was no exception, and the four classes early started their preparation for the contest. The Seniors were rather unfortunate in having less time to practice than the lower classmen and consequently were not sufficiently skilled in the game to carry off the trophy when the time came. To add to this, the Juniors were allowed to play Swenson, the first team center, and the Seniors were beaten by this strong combination. Largely because of over-confidence from the result of this game, the Juniors lost the championship to the “Sophs.'' INTERCLASS SCORES Sophomores .......................23 Freshmen .........................13 Juniors...........................17 Seniors ..........................10 Sophomores ....................... 9 Juniors .......................... 6 Professor Gregg. Ainety-hco SENIOR BASKET BALL TEAM Herrington Glasgow Harris . Portbr Joskph Gipson JUNIOR BASKET Spillnkk Giliikrt Glover BALL TEAM Andrews Pasco Dklzell Shkkly Shirks ink Gipson Thayer HERRINGTON Jp H IKRISS IIiCKKY Loranck Snydkk SENIOR INDOOR RASE BALL TEAM SOPHOMORE INDOOR BASE BALL TEAM E. Phillips A. Phillips Nicicle _ Longfellow M.Weaver Weaver Joses Blankenship Lynch The American Girl The American girl of today lias been toasted and sung ad infinitum. She has been presented to us under many different types and poses and yet there is much to be said regarding the American girl. There are as many different phases as there arc different points of view— indeed, as many phases as there are girls, perhaps. From the artist’s point of view we ha' e the “Gibson girl.” and the “Wiley girl,” the “sweet girl graduate,” and also the humorist’s type portrayed by Lulu and Leander. Then from the writer’s point of view we have the “Juliet Wilbur Thomp-kins” type so often presented in magazines and on post-cards as “Mildreds” and “Gertrudes” and “Josephines” who study art and plan careers which inevitably end in matrimony. The types generally given in modern novels are the “society type, “journalist” type, “business woman type—and many others. But after all, the American girl is a class distinct and unique, bro’t up under a different code from any of her forbearers. She is in fact an evolved product by right of truth, training, laws and development. We. ourselves, unconsciously typify the American girl literally as the Northern, Southern. Eastern and Western types, and there is indeed much to be said regarding environment as a factor in her character building. But the ideal American girl that appeals to us is the “occasional American girl of the present century. By occasional I do not mean the ordinary use of the word, but I mean the girl that is “up” to any occasion whatever it may be and whenever it may present itself. Mentally she has a higher degree of intellectuality than the girl of any other nation because she lias a whole head full of good common sense which can’t help but make the best kind of an intellectual mixture when stirred up with a little grey brain matter. Spiritually she stands for the highest ideals and good morals and does more to scatter good influence over the world than any other living creature or thing. Ninety six If it is necessary for her to earn her own living she never worries others about her troubles, but she immediately measures the worth of her services, realizes her capacity for doing things, exchanges self-conceit—if she has any—for self-respect, learns to estimate others by. a true estimate of herself and thus quickly learns the real needs cf the world and how to meet them. She is too sensible to suppose that a “Prince Charming is coming for her in a golden chariot: besides, the golden chariots arc mostly in pawn. When the prince does come he will be at work himself and his American bride will be no drone. In the words of the poet— The world today is ringing with her fame, Old Glory floats supreme o'er land and sea, Our chiefs receive great honor and acclaim And everything is right as right can be. But let us not forget the stanch ally Who helped us in the fight so nobly won: A sweet and modest actor, but a most important factor. The girl behind the man behind the gun. The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world— What is it that that little hand can’t do? On bloody fields when shot and shell arc hurled, She bears the flag and pulls the lanyards too. 'Tis pointed forward in the press of war. 'Tis clasped in mercy when the fight is done. And by her truth and beauty she incites us to our duty. The girl behind the man behind the gun. She is reposeful, self-reliant, self-contained: vigorous, vivacious, ambitious: intelligent, high-bred, yet jolly—is the occasional American girl of the Twentieth century. She is as much at home in a green willow chair on the side porch as in a box at the opera: as easy in one of the three last scats in a car as in an automobile. But above all things she is always her own, sweet.wholesome, irresistible self. “Conscience makes cowards of us all. Social conventions prevent the most of us from telling the truth after the fashion of George Washington heroes, but the ideal American girl never thinks or cares about the rules that society has laid down. She always says just what she thinks, regardless of conventions and gossipy people. Her ideas are healthy and energetic and she can accustom herself to fit into any kind of a position or place without waiting for man to give her a ticket—and this is just the striking characteristic of the American girl. If it Ninty-seven were her lot to be the head of the family for a week or a month or a year, while mother is away for a rest, she successfully holds the family together by entering into the spirit of it and taking all the thought and doing all the work—nursing, teaching, cooking, washing, sewing, scrubbing, saving, choring outside, in fact anything in the catalog is not beyond her. Perhaps she will scold a little now and then, but that doesn't count as long as she keeps the children clean and the “boss good-tempered. You will even notice the soothing and smoothing influence she has over the whole neighborhood. You see the occasional American girl is not a Lydia Languish type nor an unsophisticated Bertha M. Clay heroine who does such unconventional, trustingly things because someone asks her to and tells her they are all right, but a strong, high-minded girl with a well balanced character and good moral qualities such as courage, good temper, thotfulness for others, perseverance and trustworthiness—a girl who knows what’s what and why, enjoys a good book, is acquainted with good pictures and can even warble a love song without imagining every young man who hears it is in love with her. She may never be President, this occasional American girl, neither will she die of fatty degeneration of the heart for lack of ambition to exercise her energy. Then here’s to the Stars and Stripes, To the land of our birth, To the American girl, The best thing on earth. Grace Bogardus. Xinfty-cight Not Wanted “Ssh—ss—s!” “Tee—e—e!” “Quiet, girls, she might hear us.” “Have you darkened the transom?” “Yes; all here? One, two, three, four and I’m the fifth. Good! You're right on time,” and Bessie Shellhorn ushered into her room four girls dressed in long Japanese kimonos. A student’s lamp burning low threw a pleasant red glow over the pretty room. The walls were decorated with gay pennants and posters. On the hanging shelf were photographs and in one corner of the room was a sanitary couch strewn with pretty pillows. Several low rocking chairs were in the room and the guests sat down comfortably on these while the hostess busied herself with the chafing dish. “Oh, oysters! How fine!” said Blanche, the tall, dignified blonde of the Owl Quintette. The girls called themselves by this name because it was their custom to have their “doings” at night. “Can’t I help cook them? Let me open the can.” The other girls did not remain idle long, for Bess at their request found something for each of them to do. Grace Horn, the “Freshie” of the crowd, was intrusted with the stuffing of the dates, Glen Frye made the nut sandwiches and Fay Andrews arranged the dishes. • “Wasn’t it a shame our boys lost that game with Crete this afternoon?” said Bess. “Should say it was,” Glen replied promptly. “The umpire wasn't fair.” “Course you’d say that.” said the “Freshie.” “for Harry played.” Ninety-nine Glen made a reach for “Freshie’s” long black braid, but Preside” dodged and Glen tipped over the bottle of pickles instead. You’d better have a pickle, Glen. said Fay mischievously, “for they say they’re good for—oh. Bess, there arc not enough cups to go around, there are only four here ----- “I’ll use my drinking glass. said Bess. I don’t think the hot cocoa will break it.” Got your trig, for tomorrow, Fay? said Blanche. “No, haven’t looked at it—didn’t have time.” Yes, Kay was pretty busy this afternoon in the library, said Bess, “and after library hours, too. I see she has adopted the English women’s custom— that of walking—only she does not walk alone. “Didn’t Miss Long look like a fright when she came into chapel this morning? Seems to me if I held the chair.of English in a college which ranks as high as this, I’d primp a little long-er, and try to look half way decent,” and Glen threw hack her well-poised head disdainfully. Glen was known as the best dressed girl in the college. “Don’t be too hard on her. Glen.” said Blanche, blowing her hot cup of cocoa to cool it. “You know it must take nearly all her time cramming for those hard questions to ask us in English lit. Jay! but these oysters are good! May 1 have another helping? What’s your recipe, Bess? You’re a dandy cook.” These and other pleasant comments greeted Bessie’s ears as the girls partook of the steaming soup. “And now. girls, said Bess, I’ve a special treat for you. I was in Mardis’ fruit store today and spied a basket of fresh oranges which I immediately ordered to be sent up, and here they arc. young ladies—‘the food of the gods’ from sunny California.” Hurry up and pass them. Bess. Don't keep us waiting. We want to sample them. and Fay reached into the basket for one. She drew back her hand instantly and uttered a little cry. “What’s the matter? exclaimed the girls. ()h, girls, there’s a—a—a mouse in that basket! and she gave a little scream and jumped upon the couch. One hundred “You silly girl. said Blanche, the mouse won't hurt you—don't believe it's there, anyhow.” Yes it is, said Bess. It’s tied to the bottom of the basket. Somebody’s trick. Whatever in the world will we do with it? If we had some chloroform we’d make quick work of it—but we haven’t any. Tell you what we can do, though. If someone will come with me to the bath room we'll turn on the water and drown it. “I’ll go,” said Blanche, and these brave Twentieth century young ladies, holding the little gray creature gingerly with a bath towel, proceeded down the dark hall to the bath room, where they disposed of it. During their absence the girls were busy discussing the mysterious guest. Fay dismounted from her perch and joined eagerly in the conversation. The goodies were forgotten. Bess had some information for them when she returned from the bath room. Do you know, girls, I believe I have a clue. Donald Pearson was in the store when I bought that fruit. I'll wager a pound of candy lie’s the guilty party, for lie probably guessed the fruit was for the Owls’ spread, and lie knew Fay would be there. Do you remember our barn party when lie laughed so because you were so afraid of mice?” The mean thing,” said Fay, I’ll make him 'fess up tomorrow and if he’s guilty I’ll never, never”- You’d better not let it leak out, Fay mine, for the laugh’s all on you,” said Bess. And now you'd better run along home, girls, for it’s past i o’clock and time all school girls were asleep. You may each take an orange, if you like, as a souvenir. Goodnight, dearest Owls—sweet dreams—and good lessons on the morrow.” The secret did leak out. however, though no one knew how—for whenever could five girls keep a secret: Clara Shirks. unitrcd one Mt. Vernon Hall. A story of Mt. Vernon Hall as told by a white-haired lady to her grand-daughter in the year 1950. 'fell you of my home when I was in college? Indeed 1 will, child, but remember that, though schools now are better than they were then, school life is not so very different after all. for human nature is ever the same, dear, and we worked and played then just as you do now. Mt. Vernon Hall was a brick building standing in the center of a sloping lawn. This lawn was large and beautiful, with its soft, green grass and great maple trees. To the east we could see the college buildings with their background of gigantic oaks, while to the northeast, and far around to the north, against the purple background of the bluffs, gleamed the river, looking like a slender blue-ribbon as it wound back and forth on its journey to the Southland. The woods came close to the hall on the west, and there, on pleasant days, the giris loved to wander and talk, or dream of the hazy but beautiful future. The hall made a home for nearly one hundred girls, and a busy, happy life we led. On school days all was hurry and bustle from morning till night, hut after supper for half an hour there was a sound of many voices, and the tap at a door with its answering “Co-me” could be heard in ali directions. Then woe unto the one who tried to study! For visitors were sure to come, and books must be instantly thrown aside. I wonder if the girls now obey the study bell as we did then! Such a scampering and laughing as there was, until all were safely “home,” then for the rest of the study period quiet settled down upon the hall, and all was peace. At the close of the evening we had another fifteen-minute period for play, and you may be sure that that time was never wasted. There were always some Hundred (wo girls whose visits were not quite finished by 10 o’clock, so the lights disappeared to the accompaniment of stifled shrieks and closing doors. Many and varied were the pictures of girl life to be seen about the hall, but as I think back, one of the most vivid of these is a Saturday morning picture. The pump stood on a raised platform hack of the hall, and about this platform I see a group of girls trying to start their charcoal irons. There were irons in all stages. Some with a few burning kindlings tenderly watched over; others smoking like steam engines as they were swung back and forth in the hope that an additional breeze might induce the charcoal to burn. Still others, with charcoal glowing brightly, were being borne triumphantly away to the improvised laundries indoors. Sundays? Yes, dear, our Sundays were indeed days of rest and gladness. We went to church and Sunday school in the mornings, but in the afternoons we read and rested, and took time to know each other. On pleasant days we roamed among the hills, or strolled beside the river, learning Nature’s ways, as only she could teach us. In the evenings we sometimes met in the parlor and talked or sang until the l oys came, then those who were not interested in some particular boy slipped quietly away, leaving the others to enjoy themselves, just as boys and girls do now. Ah, yes, those were happy days, child, and the friendships we formed there have held fast and true through all these years of separation and change. I know that the school life you are just entering will mean much to you. Remember that our lives arc what we make them, and my hope for you. dear, is that your days may he as busy and happy as were ours in Mt. Vernon Hall. Sara E. Dunn. One hundred three Glimpses of Faculty Homes. It would be a very pleasant experience for students if they could visit the members of the faculty in their homes. It would be a pleasure and a profit for both students and instructors and would bring them in closer touch with each other. It would be a source of inspiration to us as students, for it is only bv exchanging thots that we are able to get the most and best out of life. But for a large student body this is impossible, so let us view for a short time a panorama which goes on in the faculty homes. We visit Prof. Brownell on a clear, frosty .morning and find him out on the bleak hillside milking the cow. He is absorbed in deep contemplation of the morning sun and reasoning that it is colder in winter than in summer because the rays fall more obliquely and are spread over a larger area. The piping voice of little Sam breaks in upon his musing and these words come to his startled ears: “Why, papa, you forgot the milk pail.” Let us next visit the home of Prof. Howie. We find him in the back yard sawing wood. Great drops of perspiration stand out on his brow and the muscles of bis brawny arm contract and relax in harmony with the action of the saw. He straightens up, then goes at it again, whistling a tune which sounds very much like Everybody Works But Father.” Drcusy Clarence looks out from the upstairs window to see what causes all this commotion, while the savory odor of coffee and cakes spurs Prof. Howie on to renewed efforts. He thinks with satisfaction of the three or four pound? avoirdupois which be has just lost at the wood pile. We will next pass to the home of Prof. Gregg and find him in the act of shoveling coal into the furnace room, which at that moment abounds in “pulveru-lcr.ce. Between acts he may be found in his laboratory, making a piece of apparatus to be used for testing the variable tension of a frog’s heart under different electrical stimuli. Hundred four Let us now pay a short visit to the club house. Here harmony reigns and life flows along like a dream, except when Miss Goshen exercises her oratorical ability on the unfortunate butcher who sent up a tough steak. The happy circle is sometimes broken by the absence of Miss Schlcc or Miss Lally. who stayed tc wield the birch upon some wayward or obstreperous youth who thinks that where ignorance is bliss, tis folly to be wise. If we should go to Prof. Scherer’s home about midnight we would find him searching wildly for the paregoric bottle, and at the same time making a desperate effort to quiet the pair of howling twins in his arms. The cries of the twins echo and re-echo in the stili night, but thru it all the athletic director, calm and unruffled, sings: “Gone arc the days when my heart was young and gay. If we should spend an evening with Prof. Beck we would find him in his arm chair reading to the children. Pomcna, who has been quiet for a long time, suddenly asks her father why he has a moustache and she has none. He tells her that she has none because she docs not need it. The cat purrs louder than ever and the professor spends the rest of the evening thinking of that “promising Junior class entrusted to his charge, and hoping that none of them will register for Romeo and Juliet without first seeing Prof. Searson, whom we will visit next Wc will either find him in his den trying to “dig up illustrations for his famous literary Work, “The Idler. or making extensive improvements on his from yards. He claims to be the only member of the faculty that is doing honest manual labor this spring. At Prof. Duncanson’s we find Harold crying quite lustily. His father has been playing with his new toy engine and has broken it trying to train a frog to be engineer. Mr. Duncanson concludes that frogs have no intellect anyway, but he did like to play with that engine. On the promise of a new engine Harold is quieted and peace is restored once more. . A club has been organized which has for its motto, “A cold bath every morning.” Prof. Delzell has lectured extensively on the beneficial effects of cold baths and the advisability of following his method. From the next room may be heard the following conversation: “Come, Mark. “No, I don’t want to. The HiO is too cold. I want it nice and warm like papa has it. Hundred five Prof. Bengston has taken breakfast down town and he thinks he has detected traces of arsenic in the oat-meal. He is very excited, and rushes down to the laboratory to go thru a systematic “operation” of that oat-meal to sec how much arsenic and how many other things he can find. He is very enthusiastic about the matter and is contemplating giving this unknown to the class in qualitative analysis next semester. Prof. Rouse is puffing and pulling away at the washing machine and thinking of all the other men who are denied this pleasant privilege, he murmurs to himself, “What is home without a washing machine and me to pull it?” No wonder that the kindergarteners can wash so well when such an experienced man is at the head of that department. Let us end our visits with a look into the home of our President Crabtree. We find him lying fiat on his back in the middle of the floor with Eunice and Lu Verne romping over him. He is telling them what he saw of children in other lands and teaches little Lu Verne to skip on both feet, according to latest methods. After all. it seems that the members of our faculty are but students oldcr-grown. M. D. A One hundred six The Charge of the Thesis Brigade. Second semester’s come, Commencement draws near, Down in the theory room The Seniors appear. “Forward the Thesis Brigade! Choose now your themes,” she said. Into the library Marched the brave Seniors. Books to the right of them, Books to the left of them. Books piled in front of them. Outlines they’ve written. Then at last, one by one, Back thru the files they come, Back thru the files, but not— Xot the same outlines. Red ink at top of page. Red ink at side of page, Red ink all o’er the page, Marked all their blunders. Theirs not to make reply, Theirs not to reason why, Theirs but to do or die. Back to the library Marched the poor Seniors. “Forward the Thesis Brigade!” Was there a one dismayed ? Xot though the Seniors knew Some would have grumbled, Yet none their zeal could quell. Boldly they wrote, and well, Xe’er on this earth did dwell More noble Seniors. When can their glory fade? C), the orations they made! All the school wondered. Honor the record they made, Honor the Thesis Brigade, Xoblc, brave Seniors. A Sophomore. One hundred seven SHERWOOD GI.MYK. SENIOR CLASS PLAY. Tennyson’s “The Foresters” was given on Saturday evening. May 30. by tiie Class of 08. 'This beautiful Robin Hood tale with its touch of love and romance was given in Sherwood Glade, a natural stage on the hillside, with a beautiful background of moss-grown ledges and verdant foliage. This play is essentially a romantic comedy. It has a forest setting with hardy outlaws, beggars, friars, knights, witches, and fairies, living out their lives in keeping with the time of Richard I. The lovers. Marian Lea and Robin Hood. Earl of Huntington, plighted faith on the evening of Robin’s banishment. Robin's woodland life in Sherwood Forest, the bankruptcy of Marian’s father, the unwelcome advances of Prince John and of the Sheriff of Nottingham, kept them apart until Robin obtained the money to pay Sir Richard Lea’s debt and claimed Marian at the hands of King Richard, her god-father. It is a story of love sacrificing itself to duty, of courage and honor in a corrupt age. It charms by its freshness, sweetness, cleanliness, and by its strong wholesome humanity: it entertains by its merrymaking in the wildwood. by its spirit, its repartee, its song, its fairy spell. Its atmosphere is most contagious— its smiles and tears are ours. In the midst of his men Robin Hood stands as a leader sound in body and pure in purpose. Tennyson's hero reveals a mind timed to nature’s music, a heart joyous and faithful; and his heroine Marian, smiling, teasing, sorrowing, com- IIntuit ed eight manding, gives us an attractive type of true womanhood. Set in its outdoor stage the play is unusually fascinating. It is one of the most unique class plays ever given at the Normal. Miss Amelia F. Lucas, head of the department of reading and expression, had entire charge of the rendition of the play and much thanks and praise are due her for her tireless efforts in training the members who took part in this, one of the most unique and attractive of Tennyson’s productions. cast : Rodin Hood..............Chester O. Oline Sir Richard Lea............John E. Gibney Walter Lea.............Burrell J. Raines King Richard.....August O. Eggcnbcrger Prince John...............Frank A. Boose Friar Tuck.............John M. Howie Little John............Warren S. Cook Much........................Leon R. Hill Scarlet..................Edward Hodapp Sheriff of Nottingham. .Charles C. Berkcy Abbot..................Oakley W. James Justiciary...........J. Harold Williams Mercenary.............H. Burr Stapleton m ::::::::: I j- -- ««� «« First Retainer.........Burrell J. Raines Second Retainer............Fred O. Zink Third Retainer.......Russell R. Spafford Fourth Retainer........Frank H. Mizcra First Friar............Burrell J. Raines Second Friar...............Fred O. Zink- Third Friar............Frank H. Mizcra First Beggar...... Second Beggar.... Third Beggar...... Forester......... Citizen.......... Maid Marian....... Kate............. Damsels Old Woman.. Citizen’s Wife .-George L. Carlson .... Edward R. Gross • George P. McGrew ...Frank H. Mizcra ... Elmer R. Burkcy ........Stella Lull Evelyn Van Wickle .......Bertha Reed ........Grace Berry ........Ethel Berry G. Maud Yocam fairies: Misses Hamilton. Bycrly, Iva Glasgow, May Glasgow, Latlin, Stella Washburn. Tennant. Hallctt. Mumford, Sharp, Hanna, Herrington, Saylors. Wilcox, Ostcnbcrg, Snell, Cone, Kannow, Hutchinson, Thayer, Wynne, Hilda Peterson, Mabel Bailor. Blanche Bailor, Timmerman, Joseph, Lor-ancc. THE BOOK OF 1908. CHAPTERS I TO IV. CHAPTER I. 1. Now the Peruvians dwelt in Beth-Peru-or in the land of Nemaha in the Kingdom of the Nebraskans. 2. Here were their tents pitched and they were a mighty and a valiant people. 3. The hills encompassed them about, and from the wicked ones of tho North, even from the Indians of Elk Hill, and from the Wcsleyanites. whose chief was Clevenger, they were shut off. 4. Likewise did the mountains give them refuge from the Kearnivorcs, a loose-tongued people of the W est, and from the wild beasts, the Tigers” in the country of Crete, and also from the fierce Camels.” who had their abode in the region ’round about Jareth-Cotnereth. And from all these they were safe. 5. Now the Peruvians were of many tribes, with many strong and fearless chiefs. 6. And at times these tribes fought one with another. But the Great Peacc- Ilundred nine maker, who was called Crabtree, was not pleased with their quarrelings, and the quarrelings ceased. 7. And for many years they were an happy and peaceful people. 8. Now it came to pass in the first month of the year that the young men of the tribe of Foot-ball-Mosa girded their loirs and went forth to battle. 9. And they fought many strange nations, and lo, victory was with the young men of Beth-Peru-or. and there was great rejoicing in the camp of the Peruvians. 10. Now in these days of thanksgiving, there was an enemy more warlike than the others, the voting men of another nation, who were, withal, a wicked and deluded people. 11. And. behold, these fellows who were wont to style themselves the “Indians of Elk Hill.” defied the people of Beth-Peru-or. and the Peruvians went forth to battle. 12. And the Indians were sore afraid. 13. And they gathered to themselves the Squatters from the country of the Dakotas, and lo! there was one squatter more powerful than the rest. 14. Now when the King of the Nebraskans saw what the Indians had planned, he was exceeding wroth. 15. And he called his servants unto him. and spoke unto them these words: “Hasten ye to the lands of Nebraska and to all tribes make known my decree. 16. And the servants saw the hand that wrote and they trembled inwardly. 17. And this was the decree: “Nog oody on. Iki ckv ouou. Tpe Nnan top Eru. which being interpreted is. “Thou hast done wrongly. Thy honors are taken from thee and to the Peruvians is the pennant awarded. 18. And there was gnashing of teeth on Elk Hill for the space of thirty days. CHAPTER II. 1. Now when the winter was come, the tribe of Foot-ball-Mosa returned and once more dwelt in Beth-Peru-or. 2. And lo. the young men of another tribe rose and girded themselves, and the youths of Basket-Ball-Mosa went forth. 3. And as it had been with their brothers, even so was it with them. And victory perched on their banner. 4. But. in an evil moment, the Weslcyanites, whose chief was Clevenger, fell upon them, and great was the slaughter. 5. Then were the young men of the tribe of Basket-Ball-Mosa exceeding wroth, and they took counsel among themselves, how they might destroy the Methodists. (k And they took unto themselves, one called “Big Swede, and set him in their midst. And he was a powerful man. and great in war. 7. And there was one among the Peruvians, a Grand High Mogul. 8. And his name was Scherer, that is to say, “Scissors. I mnired ten 9. And “Scissors” also was exceeding wroth, and vowed a vow that not one of the heathen should escape. 10. And the Peruvians went forth to battle. 11. And of all the mighty men of Wesleyan, not a remnant has been found even until this day. 12. And lo. another pennant dwelt in the land of Beth- Peru-or. 13. And the Peruvians saw that they had done well; and they rested from their labors. CHAPTER III. 1. Now when the spring was come the young men of another tribe of the Peruvians rose and girded themselves. 2. And the name of this tribe was Baseball-Mosa. 3. And as their brothers had gone, even so they went forth to battle. 4. And as the wind sweeps the flakes cf the snow, even so the young men of the tribe of Baseball-Mosa swept all before them. 5. And as the tornado breaks down the saplings, even so the “Tigers” cf the country of Crete, and the “Camels” of the land of Jareth-Cotnereth. and the Indians of Elk Hill, and the Kearnivores, all fell before the ycung men of the Peruvian tribe of Baseball-Mosa. 6. And a greater and a brighter, and a more important pennant, dwelt in the land of the Peruvians, in Beth-Peru-or. in the country of Nemaha. in the Kingdom of the Nebraskans. 7. And the Peruvians rejoiced with feasting and thanksgiving for many days. CHAPTER IV. 1. Now there was but one coach, and his name was Scherer, and he was Grand High Mogul. 2. But the numbers of the tribe of Eootball-Mosa were one-half-score-and-threc. 3. And their names were Swenson, that is to say. “Big Swede; and Cook and Stapleton and McReynolds and Lincoln and James and Helms and Collins and Renfro and Zink and Cartney and Stewart and Tolhurst. 4. And they were all mighty men. and valiant in battle. 5. Now the numbers of the tribe of Basket-Ball-.Mosa were one-fourth score and two. 6. And their names were Schott, that is to say. “From Shickley; and Eg-genberger and Swenson and Meyers and Tolhurst and Beck. 7. And they were valiant men even as their brothers had been. 8. Now the numbers of the tribe of Baseball-Mosa were one-half score and one. 9. And their names were Carlson, that is to say, The Captain;” and Cartney and McAdams and Swenson and Helms and Parriott and G. Beck and Eg-genberger and E. Beck and Tolhurst and Schott. 10. And they were mighty men and great in war. H. Hundred elei'en ASSISTANTS IN LITERATURE DEPARTMENT Virginia Lkb Bykrly Anabkl Joskimi Sara E. Dunn Xkllk Folson Lena M. Gunn J. A. Hanna LA I ’� () R A TORY ASS I ST A X TS E. R. Burkry J. G. Hmskltink R. Si akkord C. E. Smith . Hilda Miller Bkssik ink G. P. McGrbw PHILOMATHEAN. OFFICERS: FIRST SEMESTER. SECOND SEMESTER. F. O. Zink. President. C. O. Oline, Vice-President. Grace Berry, Recording Secretary. Martha King. Corresponding Secretary. E. P. Modapp. Treasurer. G. H. Lanphere. President. Evelyn Van W'ickle, Vice-President. Marguerite Mohrman. Recording Secretary. Lyla V. French, Corresponding Secretary. L. R. Hill, Treasurer. TRUSTEES: Etlul Berry. J. H. Williams, Maud Henderson, EVERETT. W. S. Cook. W. Burrcllc, James Phillips. Adviser, Professor W. K. Dclzell. OFFICERS: FIRST SEMESTER C. W. Smith, President. B. E. Swenson, Vice-President. Hazel Beck. Recording Secretary. M. Mac Jones. Corresponding Secretary. R. R. SpafTord, Treasurer. SECOND SEMESTER. Glen O. Jenkins, President. J. E. Gihncy. Vice-President Julia Van Dricl. Recording Secretary. Grace Bogardus, Corresponding Secretary. H. M. Bcrkcy, Treasurer. TRUSTEES: O. V. James, R. A. Sims. Gordon Beck. B. II. Rowcn, A. J. Hill, J. A. Harris, Margaret Dunlap, II. M. Stephens, Lena Larimer, R. R. Stewart. Adviser, Professor F. M. Gregg. u mired thirl ten PHILOM'ATHEAX OFFICERS, FIRST SEMESTER F. O. Zink C. O. Olink Crack. Bkrry E. P. IIodafi- Martha King Prof. W. N. Df.lzkll PHILOMATHEAN OFFICERS, SECOND SEMESTER G. H. Lanphkrk Evelyn Van Wicklk L. R. Hill LylaV. Frf.ncii Prof. Df.lzf.ll Margukriti: Moiirman PHILOMATHEAN. “To l c a factor in life means mastery; to he a mere quantity means servitude. The literary society is a nursery for the development of our future leaders of society. Then to hi a factor in a literary society will bring more returns in after life to a student than any other one line of college life.’' If’. N. Dclzcll. The Philomathean Literary Society is proud to claim the distinction of being the oldest society of its kind in the state. It was organized in 1865. two years before Nebraska became a state and likewise two years before the school was made a state normal. Mr. Henry Roberts was the first president. The society was incorporated under the laws of Nebraska in 1871. at which litre l)r. (i. F.. Howard, now of the State University, was president. Hundred Jour teen The chief purpose and aim of the organization have been to afford students the opportunity of appearing before an audience in order that they might develop grace, case, expression and a love for the best there is in all forms of literary, musical and forensic accomplishments. In the years gone by several hundred students have availed themselves of the opportunities and privileges afforded by this society. Among the long list of names of life members that have been added to the roll year by year, may be found many of remarkable talent and notoriety. The following are some of tin best known: Hon. T. J. Majors, ex-lieutenant governor. Peru; P. T. Hayden, lawyer. Nebraska City; Miss Lydia Bell, noted as a reader; Judge A. C. Troup, Attorney Blackburn, Omaha: Dr. G. E. Howard. University of Nebraska, and the following members of the Normal faculty: President J. W. Crabtree, Pro- fessors French, Duncanson, Delzell and Bengston; Misses Ellis, Loomis, Mears and Culbertson. Suffice it to say in regard to the work of the year just passed that it has been characterized thruout by most excellent programs, willingness on the part of the members to perfor i whatever duties were assigned to them, and a manifestation of enthusiasm and interest unsurpassed in the past history of the society. The hall has been repaired so that it looks very beautiful. Dark green paper adorns the walls; this merges into a light green, above the window casings; and the ceiling is covered with white grained paper. 'Phis is bordered with a gold molding which gives it a panel effect. New shades have been purchased for the windows and other minor improvements have been made, such as help to make it a most beautiful place for society meetings. These gratifying results have been due in a large measure to the efficient work of the presidents, F. O. Zink and G. H. Lanpherc. in their respective terms, the hearty co-operation of their various committees, and the loyal support of the members. Prof. Delzell. the society’s adviser, is deserving of much praise for his ever ready and appropriate suggestions and plans. The year of 1007-1908 will be looked back upon with pride and satisfaction in years to come by every loyal member who participated in making it a success. The following calendar of a few of the principal programs will aid in recalling many pleasant evenings spent in Philo Hall the past year: •07 CALENDAR Dec. 0—“A Game of Authors. Oct. is—Pantomime. ‘‘.Model School.' a . .1 • ' A � I Oct. 25—“Advertising for a Wife. Nov. S “Southern States. Nov. 21� —Joint Thanksgiving Program. Oct. 12—Philo-Everett Reception. Oct. 4—Pantomime. ‘‘The Doctors.' (Readings and papers.) (Owls ‘'hoot ’ again.) (Bachelor successful.) (A jolly good time.) I %■« Ia ToI (Owls “hooted. ) •(Clever acting.) (Special music.) Jan. 17—Annual Philo Musicale. (Special music.) Jan. 31—Miscellanous program. (Piano trio.) Fcl . 7— The Mouse Trap. (One caught.) Feb. 15—Philo-Evcrctt Contest. (Orations, descriptions, music, etc.) Mar. 0—American Indians. (War dance.) Mar. 20—Special Music Program. (Biographies of musicians, etc.) Apr. 17—Lecture by Dr. G. E. Howard. (Col. Majors presides over meeting.) May 2!)—Open Session. (Society play, etc.) IIu ml red ft ft ten EVERETT. Ideal Twentieth century education is efficiency of life. Dextrous hands, alert senses, a well stocked mind, a cultured intellect, a mastered appetite, a functionary liver, a sympathetic heart, devoted ambition, altruistic motives, unblemished character and self-confidence unspoiled by egotism—these arc elements that mark the efficient life. “Such a life comes from hygienic habits, energetic labor, unselfish effort, persistent study, and wholesome knowledge applied until it is woven into every fibre of one’s anatomy. It may be gained by combining opportunities of the home, the school, the church, the community, the gymnasium, the literary hall. The efficient life is the beautiful life, it is the life worth living.” Prof. F. M. Gregg. Colors—Block and Orange Motto—‘'Once an Everett Always an Everett'’ The Everett Society was organized in 1872 and since that date it has been the aim of every member to make it the most flourishing of the literary societies. “All great things have little beginnings.” At first the society met each Friday evening in one of the class rooms. It was not until 1S 5, when the new or south wing of Normal Hall was built, that the Everett Society was given the room it now occupies. The Everetts have always been known for doing things, and this year lived up to their reputation by purchasing a fine new office desk and adorning the walls with beautiful paper, which gives the room a very attractive appearance indeed. The society is one of the fixtures of the State Normal. Its aim is to offer the student an opportunity to master himself, become accomplished and fit himself to be a real factor in life. Broadly speaking, it stands for the cultivation of the best of everything. The enrollment this year is about one hundred forty. Owing to the crowded condition of the room, measures were taken this year allowing each member to invite but one person, that person not to be a member of the school. Among the special features of this year have been the contests. The first was a scries of contests—six in number—the first of which was given Friday evening, December 6. Three members of the faculty. Miss Lucas, Miss Goshen and Prof. P.eck, were appointed judges. The program which won first place in the contest was, “A Colonial Evening,” arranged by Mr. Carl Schott. The second was the annual contest between the Philomathean and Everett societies, which took place in the Normal Chapel on the evening of February 15, kk 8. The program consisted of orations, piano solos, descriptions, readings, a symposium and vocal solos. This year has been one of the most profitable and successful years in the history of the society and the Everetts wish here to attribute a share of their success to the sympathy and hearty co-operation of their adviser, Professor F. M. Gregg. Hundred sixteen EVERETT OFFICERS, FIRST SEMESTER O. V. James Hazel Beck B. E. Swenson M. Mae Jones Benjamin Rowen Pkok F. M. Gregg R R. Spafford C. W. Smith R. D. Sims Gordon Beck EVERETT OFFICERS. SECOND SEMESTER Juma Van Dribi. H. M. Stephens Glen D Jenkins Grace Bogakdus J. E. Gihnev Russel Stewart Lena Larimer A. J. Hill Jesse A. Harris Prof. F. M. Gregg H. M. Bkrkev Margaret Dunlap o f|ATO ATui Hanna Gibnky Morgan Akers Missouri-Nebrask a Debating Squad. Jenkins Hill Chase I.ani'iierk Kaxsas-Nebraska Debating Squad. Hkkkey Swenson Bukkky VanDkikl University of Nebraska vs. Peru Normal, Debating Squad. CICERONIAN DEBATING CLUB CICERONIAN DEBATING CLUB. Colors—Orange ami Black MOTTO: “Debating is expressing honest convictions in the most advantageous manner. 'File debater is a teacher, a thought awakener, a conviction developer. To debate is to stand openly, squarely, and forcefully for one’s honest convictions. This is the highest type of development of ‘self-dependent power' which alone doth time defy as rocks resist the billows or the sky. Had I my college life to live again. I would drop any three subjects from the regular course before 1 would give up the joys, the conflicts', the defeats and the triumphs of those evenings spent in a college boys’ debating club. . IV. Scarson. During the score of years since the Ciceronian Debating Club was organized it has always held up as its aim and purpose those high ideals of debating and forensic culture such ?.s are embodied in the words of our club's adviser in the above quotation. One may learn the principles and methods of preparing a debate from books or in the class room, but he can never become a debator unless he has the privilege of making practical applications of those principles and methods in real • debating. The debating club affords this opportunity. It is the laboratory where forensic experiments are performed by each individual member. The work of the year just passed has been not only successful, but exceedingly gratifying. Up-to-date topics have been discussed at all times. Each of the preliminary and inter-collegiate questions was debated by the society. An interesting fact to note is that every young man who won a place on the inter-collegiate debating squads was a member of Cicero. Programs deserving of special mention were Hearing of a Remonstrance Filed Against the Granting of a Saloon License by the City Council.” December 7, and the National Electoral Convention. April 25. at which time nominations and election of president and vice-president of the United States took place. The climax of enthusiasm was reached when Hon. Jesse Harris came forth to deliver his speech of acceptance. The officers of this debating club are to be highly complimented for their faithful, enthusiastic efforts in making the work exceedingly interesting and profitable this year. Hundred liven ty-one ATHENIAN DEBATING CLUB ATHENIAN DEBATING CLUB. The Athenians always remain faithful, notwithstanding the fact that many things occur in school life which conflict with their meetings. Every Saturday evening at 8 o'clock the members gather in their debating room, laying aside lighter pursuits and devoting their minds to such strenuous work as the “noble art of argument.” The. debating work of the Athenian Society has kept up with exceptional enthusiasm thruout the year and many of the living questions of the day have been discussed for the mutual good of all. (hi February 28 the debating club gave an open session in Music and Expression Hall, representing the United States Senate twenty years hence. A word of welcome and explanation of the nature of the Senate was given by Senator Elizabeth Henderson from Iowa, after which the members filed in, clad in the attire of the “New Woman.” Vice-President Miller called the Senate to order and the clerk. Senator Bogardus. called roll. Senator Loomis of New York then conducted the chapel exercises, reading the passage concerning Sampson and Delilah. A petition was then received from the “Men’s Suffrage Association asking the restoration of their ancient rights and the privilege of proposing 011 leap year, 'l hc Senate moved that the gentlemen be allowed to present their petition in person, and Sergeant-at-Arms Pederson from Texas conducted Messrs. Reynolds, Mizera and Gibn-ey, attired in frills and bows, to the Senate rooms. They, with much timidness and nervousness, made pathetic appeals in behalf of their down-trodden brethren. The motion was made and carried to refer their petition to the committee 011 useless Senate papers, and the weeping men were conducted from the room. Tlie next in order of business was A Memorial in the Form of a Resolution on Child Labor. presented by Senator McLean from Nebraska. The complaint was that the men kept the children at home to help with the housework, they being kept busy gossiping over back fences and attending Kensingtons. Senators McLean of Nebraska. Brawner of Oregon, Mabel Bailor of Kentucky and Xeber of Delaware debated ably in favor cf the resolution and it was carried by a large majority. Senator Bailor of Kentucky then introduced a bill entitled An Act to Provide That All Legal Tender Coins of the United States Hereafter Coined. Shall Bear the Inscription, 'In God We Trust.' It was strongly and forcibly supported by Senators Bailor. Shceley. Harris, Wahlstron and Miller. Senator Henderson adjourned the meeting. The Senate chambers were crowded with the friends of the Senators and they unanimously proclaimed it a howling success. CLUB YELL A-t-h-c-nicni Society! ' No Boys?? No Boys!! IfuHtirai twenty-three THE KINDERGARTEN. The Kindergarten department was regularly established in 1898. when Miss Lou E. Hosmer, a pupil of the world-renowned educator, Dr. Hailmann, was placed at its head. Under her able supervision the department has become one of the strongest and best organized in the .Nebraska State Normal. Froebcl's methods are carefully carried out by means of gifts, occupations and games. The purpose of the gifts is to change the child’s elements of destruction to those of construction and to give him ideas of number, form and color. The hand is trained by means of the manual work, in the form of sewing, clay modeling, weaving, drawing and painting, all of which tend to develop the aesthetic sense, broaden the child's mind and develop originality. The games consist of organized play, which develops the child physically. giving him grace, poise and self-control. The singing of songs also plays an important part in the child’s education, creating early a love for rhythm and harmony. The two years' course consists of actual practice in a well equipped, up-to-datc kindergarten of forty children, ranging in age from three to six years. Each Senior takes her turn of assuming the entire responsibility of the kindergarten, planning both her own work and that of six assistant teachers. In this way she becomes competent to assume charge of any kindergarten. The gradu-ates of the Nebraska State Normal Kindergarten department have been par-ticularly successful, many of whom arc holding excellent positions all over the United States. The class of kjoS consists of Edna Beach, Helen Cone, Ruth Hamilton. Mattie Muni ford, Lida Rewey, Jessie Robinson and Grace Saylors. Eds a Hkacii Jkssif. M. Robixson Ckack Sayloss Urns Cost: Mattii Mi'mford Lida Rkwiy Rmi M, Hamilton NORMAL GLEE CLUB GLEE CLUBS. The students and faculty have very highly appreciated the excellent work each of the glee clubs has presented to the public. The culmination of the year's work was reached on the evening of May 5. 1908. when the glee clubs, with the assistance of several of the finest singers of Peru, presented Queen Esther.” The members of the Girls' Club arc: First Soprano— Adalyn Blankenship, Grace Berry, May Barnes, Inez Dillon. Emily Erickson, Carlctta Flack. Francis Gilbert. Ada Garver. Maud Hadsell, Bertha Kcssling, May Linger. Lucia Saxer, Bcssic Zink. Julia Van Dricl. Bessie Washburn. Second Soprano—Esther Blankenship, Clara Buhrman, Blanche Collins. Harriet W. Ponmeyer. Isabella Gabus. Martha Heim. Marv A. He sly. Dora H. Kaffinburger. Mamie Masek. Alyce Maxcy, Ella Xelson. Ada O’Conner. First Alto—Paulina Aden. Annctta Bricht, Cora Chittenden, Estella Pillow. Mabel Griffiths, Antoinnette M. Herman, Burtis Kennedy, Olive Pasco, Erma Rogers, Bessie Shellington. Clara Wymore, Stella Washburn. Second Alto—Lena Hallett, Maud Henderson. Elizabeth Henderson. Lena Larimer, Jessie E. McDermot, Ada I- Phillips, Ivv M. Wells, Ethel M. Williams. Bertha Reed. Accompanist. Marv G. Ellcnburger. Director, George H. Allcr. BOYS GI.EE CLUB First Tenor—Ralph Grubb, Frank Hawk. G. H. Lanphere. Louis Magor, Eugie Reed. Griffith Reed. Jacob Schott. Jessc Harris. Second Tenor—Edgar Fairchild, L. A. Grubb. Van Kirk Maxcy, Frank McMillin, B. H. Rowen, Russel Whitfield, Glen P. Jenkins, Ralph Jones, O. Lincoln. Baritone—Thomas Bath. G. L. Carlson, W. S. Cook. S. J. Ellcnburger. Ralph Fairchild, Edward Hodapp. J. E. Morgan. Ernest R. Zink. Edward Collins. H. H. Humphreys, J. J. Brittcll. Earl Meyers. Basso—F. A. Boose. David Carlson. Frank Ellcnburger. W. C. Harpster, C. G. Moulton. E. C. Rost. C. P. Schott. Dale B. Whitfield. Accompanist. H. H. Humphreys. Director. Prof. George H. Aller. SoIoists. Hundred twenty-seven N. S. X. S. ORCHESTRA H. J K«i� k J. W. Bixby f.otik Hrcn Victom Thick K.K HoDAfr Jt'LiA YaxDmiki. Ahka N. KnuiH.r. A. !.« � . Director Somiia Wittmkh Mixkie Siali� ik Ma«v Kt.t. � .. « ORCHESTRA. The orchestra, under the direction of Prof. A. Loch, instructor in the Institute for the Blind at Nebraska City, has been doing excellent work. Its members arc: Prof. A. Loeb, cello; E. P. Hodapp. first violin; Julia Van Driel, first violin: Victor Trucken, first violin; Minnie Stabler, first violin; Sophie Wittwer, first violin; Anna M. Ketridge. second violin; Burrell Raines, clarinet; Gordon Beck, trombone; Wade Bixby, cornet, and Mary Ellcnburgcr, piano. The following excellent musicale was given March 18. 1908. by the orchestra, with the assistance of Prof. George H. Aller and Miss Adalyn Blankenship: March—Old Faithful...................................................... olzmann Normal School Orchestra 1 Violin Duct—Petit Symphonic................................................Dancla Misses Wittwer and Stadler Clarinet—Alicante Fantasia..............................................LcThicrre Burrell Raines Hearts and Flowers.................................................. Moses Tobani Normal School Orchestra Vocal Solo—Alla Stella Confident.!.........................................Roland 1 Miss Blankenship Trio—II ungarian Dance.......................................................Brahms Apple Blossoms.......................................................Roberts Proi . Loed, E. Hodapp, Miss King Trombonc—The Message.........................................................Brooks Gordon Beck Sextette from Lucia.......................................................Donizetti Normal School Orchestra Vocal Solo—The Storm Wind.....................................................Evers George H. Aller Violin Solo—6th Air...................................................... Dc Berio I A. Loed La Paloma...................................................................Yradier Normal School Orchestra Hundred twenty-nine SYMPHONY CLUB Martha Kino Crack Berry Sophie Wittwkr Minnie Stalder Maude Henderson Bertha Reed AI)AI.VS BLANKENSHIP MaRY ELLKNftKKGKR OCTETTE Martha Hkim Ethki. Williams Bkssik ixk Buktis Kennedy Adalyn Blankenship Lena Larimpr Mary Ellenbkrcer Esther Blankenship Ruth Kernes SYMPHONY CLUB. The Symphony Club lias proved to the faculty and students of the Peru State Normal that there is music in all things. The following are the members, with the names of the instruments used in “The Toy Symphony, by Joseph Hayden, and “The Kitchen Quartette,” by Kling: Mary G. Kllcnburger, piano. Martha King, directress, rolling-pin, funnel and horn in G. Adalyn Blankenship, Peruna jug, spoon and nightingale. Grace Berry, stew-pan, potato-masher, rattle, apple-parer. Bertha Reed, tin lids, coffee-mill, triangle, quail. Maud Henderson, fire-shovel, poker, cuckoo. Minnie Stabler. goblets, forks, second violin. Sophie Wittwer, medicated water-bottles and first violin. ♦OCTETTE. The school is fortunate in having such an excellent “octette as these girls have proved to be. Its members arc: Adalyn Blankenship, Bessie Zink, first soprano; Martha Heim, Esther Blankenship, second soprano; Ruth Kernen, Burtis Kennedy, first alto; Lena Larimer, Ethel Williams, second alto; Mary Kllcnburger. pianist. Under the direction of Prof. George H. Allcr. Hundred thirty-one N. S. X. S. MILITARY BAND NORMAL BAND. The Norma! Band of 1907-1908, under the direction of Prof. George H. Aller, has done better work than a Peru Normal Band has ever done. The bovs have been faithful and worked hard, and deserve much credit for the result accomplished. IXSTRU M ENTATION H. O. Helms, piccolo; H. L. Kinsey, E flat clarinet; H. H. Humphreys, second B flat clarinet: Burrell Raines, solo B. flat clarinet; E. V. Vance. E flat alto saxophone: W. S. Cook. William Culbertson, first alto; Tracy Tyler, Harold Chatelain. second alto; J. H. Williams, E flat tuba; J. J. Byrne, baritone; Gordon Beck, solo slide trombone; Hal Glasgow, valve trombone; Verne Chatelain. Blaine Reed, third B flat cornet: G. H. Lanphere. second B flat cornet; Arthur Klima, M. E. Healv, first 13 flat cornet; Grant Hesseltine, Forest McAdams. Wade Bixbv, solo B flat cornet; Harry Sanders, bass drum; Vernon Krebs, snare drum; Benjamin Hanlon, snare drum and traps; George II. Aller, leader. On Tuesday evening. April 7, 1908, the best band concert ever given in Peru was rendered. The program was as follows: The Jolly New Yorkei—March............................................ IVeidt Band Manrico—Overture ........................... •......................... Barnet (Special parts for clarinet) Band Tuba Solo, Barbarossa—Overture.......................................Barnhouse Mr. Williams Duct, Cornet and Trombone. Elena Polka—Overture.........................Kiefer Messrs. McAdams and Beck Olcvinc—March ..................................................... Vandercook Band PART II Kitchen Symphony.........................................................Kling Symphony Club Piano Solo—Second Nocturne....................................... Leschetisky H. Harold Humphreys Soprano Solo—Whisper and I Shall Hear.........................Piecolomini Sydney Murphy Jim Fenton’s Wedding............................................. . G. Holland Miss Lucas Waldhorn, The Approach of a Storm......................................Schuler W. V. White, of Euphonium Club Duet—Excelsior ......................................................... Balfe Miss Murphy and Mr. Aller Dance of the Fairies.....................................................Smart Ladies’ Octtette PART III Our Special—March......................................................Jetcell Band Trombone Solo, Enohmort—Ivcrture...................................... Pettee Mr. Beck Cornet Solo, Victor Polka—Overture......................................Snyder Mr. Bixby Scand’lus Duin’s—March..................................................Kecble (Special for slide trcmbcnc) Band Hundred thirty-three W. C. Harpster Inez Dillon MANDOLIX CLLT, Chas. Rost Ruth Strong Albert Gash Marian Strong SOPHO.MCRE QUARTETTE C. F. Schott. G. H. Lamphere Benjamin Rowen J. J. Brittell ART DISPLAY Music and Expression Hail, March 13-15. FORTNIGHTLY ART CLUB. The Fortnightly Art Club was organized nine years ago, consisting of the lady members of the faculty and the ladies of the town. Its object was the systematic, comprehensive study of the old rflasters and their work. Year by year it has met regularly, continuing the study in various fields, both ancient and modern, until a wide scope has been carefully covered. Outlines of study are prepared each year. Art magazines and best authorities upon paintings, sculpture, handcraft, pottery and architecture have been added to the library, thru the club, for the benefit of all persons connected with the school. Stimulated by the inspiration gained thru this study, and desiring to share with others the result of its research, the club brings to the school once or twice each year an art exhibit, consisting of the best collection of pictures possible to be secured in this country. In connection with the exhibit each year are found choice pieces of pottery, mosaics, carved ivory and other bric-a-brac directly from foreign countries. The student body largely attends and derives great cultural value from the study of pictures, and from the lectures that are given each day and evening durng the exhibit. Evidences of the work of this organization in the form of excellent pictures well framed are found everywhere in the normal school, in the homes of the village and in the school rooms of the state. In the chapel, the decoration of which the club has undertaken, great care has been exercised in the selection of appropriate subjects. At the present time a portion of the reproduction of the beautiful Parthanon frieze, embellishes the front, while at one side stands the graceful figure of Minerva, and on the other side the artistic statue of St. George. The aesthetic education of the young men and women is unconsciously taking place as they sit. each morning, in the presence of the best work of Greek and modern sculptors. Lii.i.ian U. Stoner. Hundred Ihir y-sc. cn PERU By S. Y. Barton. Illustrated by E. R. Gross. 1 V COIj i. O. yicluri f| 1t«L in toUn ruc, V WOsaXJL % «VU V� � v t w®fK uUrnxt tv q o dL I Vv W. 1. VMOV i. K� Hs •.Vxal values T tKc� r « e 4tA'Wa «x, Kc l� Hit --------3,«|� irY« walls Ki . i.'UxiK «s.wsA. I 1 o%c j«;o.v � sj OluIm � n Xctt.sc’.. 1 |io%c oo.k«; oj VX c Xo,XcX u ore% V, I ll ovs «.rcV ojj sses. vast, 1 Ko%c YV C«1 K XlS, X nose, locks cluJL V� U . 1 ko%c 1 V Q-Xs� . j’. a .X« f J C n t OVY CO.Y X k v Cq OYS( f|n L e«-XX our « ooU.; ]5WV � C C o«A_ ®-X ouc, r- K a. Kc«.vX oj Xouc, 'YYV o.Kts «-©X or s � � o Axarx touX 1- � He X c rarc’.V toX o r t TW m a. KeauenX t 1 U c . v .� o-� a V t d. cX urc n A -X u arc ■— G oJl il, 0 Jl ?C.Y r. ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION. President, O. W. James. Secretary, Glenn Sheeley. Vice-President, L. R. Hill. Treasurer, James Phillips. The purpose of this organization is to further the interests of athletics by organized student effort, to maintain high standards of efficiency both in scholarship and physical ability. The present association was organized in 1904. The association has constructed the athletic field at an approximate cost of one thousand dollars. The field is largely the result of the enthusiastic efforts of Professors Porter. Howie and Whitenack. The management of athletics is in the hands of a board comj osed of four faculty members, chosen by the president of the institution, and three student members elected by the association. Prof. Whitenack has been president of the board for seven years. The Athletic Association is a member of the Nebraska Inter-Collegiate League for the management of all athletics. The association has. does, and always shall stand for clean athletics. BIOLOGICAL SEMINAR. The Biological Seminar has a twofold purpose—first, to keep its members in touch with present progress in the biological sciences, and, second, to give the student a desire to follow out scientific lines of study. The student learns how literature may be turned to profit in developing an appreciative attitude toward science in general. The Seminar is open to all students having elective work in the Biological Departnfent. The programs, occurring every two weeks, are participated in by both students and instructors, and all subjects are open for general discussions. SENATUS POPULUSQUE ROMANUS. The elective Latin classes maintain this organization in order to afford a background for the study of Latin bv giving opportunity for fuller enjoyment of topics of interest to Latin students than time of daily recitations permits. Programs are designed to bring the students into closer touch with Roman life and literature and embrace Roman mythology, history, social customs, and Latin music. The club was organized October, 1906. as the Roman Republic, the various duties of administration being performed by consuls, quaestors, praetors, etc. At present the club is under direction of a triumvirate, the modern Caesar. Pom-pev and Crassus being impersonated by Sadie Joy, Ray Sims and I. F. Cartncy. Vivat Sodalitas Latina! CAMERA CLUB. The members of this club believe that it is well that people see themselves as ‘’idlers' see them. The club comprises all persons taking advanced photography, and all work is in charge of Prof. Bengston. The club is assisted by two professionals. Mr. A. Peterson and Miss Vera Craven. The following have been actively assisting various manufacturers of photographic supplies to amass their surplus: G. L. Carlson, E. P. Hodapp, E. R. Gross, G. P. McGrew, G. H. Hesscltine, Anna M. Ketridge, Elizabeth Snyder, Isabel Gabus, Olive Eggleston. Blanche Pali!. Van Kirk Maxcy, and John A. Hanna. Hundred thirty.nine COMMISSI()NKI AND NON COMMISSIONKD ITICKRS Company A and Company B, Normal Military Battalion. MILITARY TRAINING. In 1888 Dexter D. Ashley, of the class of 90. now a prominent physician in New York City, organized the first Normal Cadet Company. The work was done under many disadvantages, for tile company was compelled to drill without uniforms or arms during the first year of its organization, consequently the boys would grow tired of tlvc wbrk and fall out. For the second year’s work, thru the efforts of prominent citizens of the town, members of the faculty and especially the principal, guns were obtained from the state. Ashley was captain during his Junior and Senior years and was succeeded by Charles Neal, of the class of ’92, who also held the position for two years, until Prof. H. 13. Duncanson, as commandant, took the company into his charge in the fall of 1892. Uniforms were then made a requirement. A few, however, rebelled against the rule, and Company 13 was formed from the malcontents. A third company was formed from the practice school—the latter company drilling with wooden guns. Two and three drills were held each week, with dress parade on Friday. These parades were the means of working up a military band, which now is recognized as one of the best bands in the state. Thru the untiring efforts of Prof. Duncanson the cadet work was put on a firm foundation and was recognized as a part of the school. At the opening of the Spanish-American war the guns were called in bv the state and about a dozen of the cadets enlisted in the regular army, several of whom have won military distinction. The calling in of the guns put a stop to military training in the Normal until it was revived by Prof. C. F. Beck in the year 1904. As the records have been lost, the captains for the period under Prof. Duncanson cannot be given, but since the reorganization the following student captains have served: 1904-1905, Percy Adams; 1905-1906, Charles Wcigand; 1906-1907. Company A, A. J. Wickland; Company B, A. H. Gilbert; 1907-1908, Company A. C. O. Oline; Company B, C. Gordon Beck. Thru money raised by cadet plays and putting down scats in the new chapel, arms have been procured from time to time until the cadets now own guns and swords sufficient to equip two full-sized companies. The work has become more firmly established until now it is recognized as one of the main features of the school. An annual encampment is held each spring, and, needless to say, this feature of the work is looked forward to with great expectancy and with no disappointment when the time actually arrives. The encampment this spring was held May 21-25, and, to say the least, did not fall short of expectations. The cadets feel especially fortunate in procuring such excellent grounds for their encampments and feel they owe a debt of gratitude to Mr. Clayton for his kindness in allowing them the use of his large pasture, together with wood for bon-fires. The commissioned officers of Company A are: Captain, C. O. Oline; first lieutenant. B. H. Rowan; second lieutenant, B. B. Bedell. Of Company B: Captain, C. Gordon Beck; first lieutenant, Russell Stewart; second lieutenant, H. M. Meyer; commandant, C. F. Beck, under whose direction all wo x is done. Hundred forty-one Carlvon. I). I.. Swenson Y. M. C. A. CABINET Olii c Kg cnbcrger Cook Koncn Akers. Pres. Gross .ink James Carlson. G. Y. M. C. A. OFFICERS President, J. T. Akers. Vice-President, D. L. Carlson. Treasurer, B. E. Swenson. Recording Secretary, C. O. Olinc. Corresponding Secretary, E. R. Gross. CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES Religious Committee. F. O. Zink. Bible Study, C. O. Oline. Missionary, O. W. James. Prayer Meeting, Albert Peterson. Music, B. H. Rowan. Roqiu. Elmon Sutphin. Social, E. R. Gross. Membership, W. S. Cook. Personal Work. D. L. Carlson. The Y. M. C. A. of the Normal has always stood paramount!)' for nobility of character. Anyone who will scan the records of the Normal's young men both in school and in the field of activity'will be impressed with the Christian steadfastness of the average who have been brought under the uplifting influence of our Alma Mater. A great part of the credit for the inculcating of these high ideals rightly belongs to the Y. M. C. A. The characteristic feature of our association rests in the fact that there exists among its members that spirit of good-will and fellowship that is indeed an essential part of every Christian young man. It is complimentary to our association to note that our membership is composed of the most prominent as well as the most efficient students of the Normal. Devotional services arc held every Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock in Everett Hall, where the boys meet together to have heart to heart talks of the higher and nobler life—the life hid in Christ. Meetings are held every Friday afternoon at 4:30 for systematic Bible study. Prof. Brownell, who for years has been such a helpful factor in promoting the Christian influences of the Y. M. C. A., conducts the class very interestingly and profitably. We have furnished our full quota of delegates to the various national and state conventions, having sent one to the State Students’ Volunteer Convention held at Lincoln, five to the State Convention at Norfolk and one to the Presidents’ Conference at York. Wc have also planned to send five delegates to the summer conference at Cascade, Colorado. Among the prominent men who have been with us during the year and whom we have had the pleasure of hearing are: I)r. Henry Williams of Des Moines, Iowa; State Secretary J. P. Bailey, Dr. Hudson of Hastings and E. J. Simons, the students’ state secretary. The association closes its year’s work with a high appreciation of the lova) support which has been given it by the men of the Normal. Its service is to them and only as it inspires them to feel that the man who serves most, lives most, does it adequately fulfill its mission. Hundredforty-three Y. W. C. A. CABINET Mabel Swanson Nellie BeogMOD Bessie Henderson Inez Hawkins Mary Scclig Zola Zinn Gertrude Kaston Ethel Berry Bertha Kessling Bessie Foster Bessie Zink Esther Clark Anna Leeper Y. W. C. A. Motto—“I came that ye might have life, and have it most abundantly ” OFFICERS President. Bessie Zink. Vice-President, Ethel Berry. Treasurer, Nellie Bengston. Recording Secretary, Mary Seclig. Corresponding Secretary, Anna Lccper. CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES Membership, Ethel Berry, Personal Workers, Elizabeth Henderson. Religious, Fay Hanks. Bible Study, Fay Timmerman. Prayer Meeting, Bess Foster. Room. Zola Zinn. Social; Bertha Kesling. Inter-Collegiate, Anna Leeper. The development of Christian character and the deepening of spiritual life is the predominate aim of the association. The sphere of our efforts is not limited to the membership, but to every young woman in school. The study of God’s word is promoted by having regularly organized Bible study classes. Mission study is also made an object of special prayer and study, and to this end there are regular mission study classes, and a missionary meeting is held once a month in the Sunday afternoon meeting. Money for foreign and home missions is partially raised by free will offerings, systematic giving being especially emphasized. Miss Ada Yibbard, General Secretary of the Y. W. C. A. at the University of Nebraska, spent a few days in March with our association in the interest of the missionary and personal work. The Y. W. C. A. has the honor of being the largest organization in school, having a membership of over two hundred. An earnest effort is ever made to win for Christ those not already Christians. and to develop in the Christian young woman deeper spirituality, willingness, and capability for future service. Hundred'for ly-Jive f Hat civ. I'igiit, President. Ansa Schmidt. Secretary. J. K. Giiinkv, Vice-President. ■■ OFFICERS NORMAL CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION Mrs. David Jack. Treasurer. THE NORMAL CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION. OFFICERS President, Hattie Fight. Vice-President, J. E. Gibney. Secretary, Anna Schmidt. Treasurer, Mrs. M. C. Jack. This has been the most prosperous year in the history of the Normal Catholic Association. Regular Sunday and mid-week meetings arc held for devotional exercises. The association has made several trips to Auburn to attend Mass. 'Hie study of the life of Christ has been pursued during the year. This study has been supplemented by reports on matters of doctrine and church history. The association has been especially fortunate this year in having Miss Eleanor Lally as its adviser. Under her guidance its work has been steadily carried forward. Under the auspices of the association a public lecture, on the subject Confession.” was given by Rev. Father Daugherty of the apostalate at Dubuque, la. Through the kindness of friends and the united efforts of the members a pleasant rest-room has been furnished. This room is in the main building opposite the Y. W. C. A. rest-room. M EM HERS Mary A. Healy Julia Van Driel Hattie Prochavka J. E. Gibney Clara Kohler Lucy Curren Katherine Kohler Etta Fcicht N. Vashti Cornell Anna Schmidt Rosa Conwev Eleanor Check- Mary T. Conwey May me Krull Margaret G. Ilickev Alice L. Chase May me E. Higginson Anabel Joseph Ellen Brogan Margaret Tynon Hattie Eight M. E. Healy Eleanor Lally W. Fischer Margaret Davis Joseph Kelley Mrs. M. C. Jack E. A. Gerken Ada O’Conner M. M. Murphy Frances Frohncr Grace Ostcnburg Marie Hausner Katherine Ahern Hundred forty-seven Uiljr (Brratm'aa nf ian’I (Smjtj You never heard of Dan’l Gregg, I don’t suppose: but sav, I want to tell you there are few as great as him today; He never held.no offices, but just ’twixt me and you. Ain’t this here holdin’ office something great men seldom do? Xo. Dan'l he just farmed it—licked along through thick and thin— Quittin’ late and startin' early, meetin’ trouble with a grin; He didn't leave no millions, but again 1 wish to state That, in my opinion, Dan’l should be numbered with the great. He never done no fightin’ on the land ror on the sea; He wasn’t no Xapolcon nor a Grant, nor vet a Lee; Xo doubt this Pierpont Morgan could have skinned him in a trade. And as far as eddycation is concerned, why, I’m afraid That Dan’l wasn’t hardly what veu’d call A number one. For he got his schoolin' mostly out beneath the shinin’ sun; The papers never bothered over Dan’l Gregg’s affairs. But a great man had departed when he clum the golden stairs. He never wrote no poems, nor got up inventions, so The world would move on swifter than the good Lord made it go: He couldn't preach a sermon nor ckspound the law to you, But ho raised two boys, by golly, that were decent thru and thru. He taught ’em to be honest, and he taught ’em to be true; He taught ’em to be manly, and that there’s a lot to do. He raised his boys to honor him. and so 1 wish to state That, in my opinion, Dan'l shculd be numbered with the great. What constitutes a state? Xot high raised battlements nor martial armament, but men. clean men, brave men and true. As a monument to any man’s memory there's no sort of comparison between a future for children to waste and children who are a fortune in themselves. The debt of Georgia is not to the Elis who raise up children after the build of Haphui and Phineas, but to the Cornelias whose sons are not less the “jewels” of their mother than the real ornaments of the state. We will take our chances on the orators and statesmen of the coming decade if God will send Georgia in every voting precinct a Dan’l Gregg. “Who’ll raise two boys, by golly, who are decent thru and thru.” —Editorial in the Atlanta Georgian. Hundred forty-eight J U NIO R -SENIOR BANQUET JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET. This is probably the most important social event of the year and is looked forward to by both Juniors and Seniors. Neat invitations were received by the Seniors and, while the following week was one of happy anticipation for the Seniors, the Juniors were especially busy and mysterious. At 8 o’clock on Friday evening, March 27, 1908, the Juniors and Seniors assembled in the “chapel parlors.” When all had arrived each Senior was led b a Junior partner to the gymnasium below. But if the room were a gymnasium, no one could recognize it, for it was tastefully and elaborately decorated with the colors of the two classes, co-minglcd with the Normal colors, whose honor both classes strive to uphold. Upon entering, one was struck with the brilliancy of the scene, for candles and flowers seemed to gleam and blend into one harmonious whole. The favors were carnations and bouquets of beautiful flowers were very numerous as centerpieces. The tables were arranged in an immense swastika, seating three hundred people or more. By the swastika arrangement of the tables, the Juniors seemed to wish all kinds of good luck to the Seniors, and let us hope as great popularity as the swastika has recently received. The serving was in charge of Miss Loomis and certainly no banquet ever was given where the service was so prompt and efficient. The following palatable menu was served: Consomme Salted Nuts Pressed Chicken French Peas in Cream Waldorf Salad Neapolitan Ice Cream Crisp Crackers Olives Saratoga Chips Parker House Rolls Cheese Straws Angel Cake Noir After this material repast, a veritable intellectual feast was served in the form of the following toasts: Our Guests................. Bumps...................... Ideals..................... Guide Posts................ Joys We’ve Tasted.......... Our Alma Mater............. We Owe the World a Living Shall I Miss Them?......... Smiles..................... Our Hosts.................. The Teacher’s Calling...... ----Bert E. Swenson ......Grace Bogardus ..Julia H. Van Driel .....John A. Hanna ----Prof. C. F. Beck ........Ethel Berry .......G. D. Jenkins ..Prof. J. M. Howie ...A. Mary Dittmer ........C. O. Oline Pres. J. W. Crabtree Everyone seemed to be in his best mood and responded happily to the introductions made by the capable toastmaster, R. D. Sims. In the wee small hours of the morning the guests departed, feeling that never could a Senior class have been more royally entertained. Hundred fifty-one RECEPTIONS. The first social event of the school year was the Y. W. C. A. and Y. M. C. A. reception, which was intended to welcome the new students and give all a chance to become better acquainted with each other. The gymnasium was completely changed into a reception hall and the different committees surely fulfilled their respective duties in seeing that all the guests were cordially received, entertained and served to dainty and delicious refreshments. The Y. W. C. A. also gave an afternoon reception to the girls of the school. This is always well attended and greatly enjoyed. This year the two literary societies, the Philomathean and the Everett, joined together for a reception to new students. After short programs in their respective halls, the two societies united in a grand march around the campus, music being furnished by the Normal Band. The grand march terminated at the gymnasium, where an informal reception was held. After a few hours of a social “good time,” refreshments were served. The dreaded “winking” of the lights made the guests feel that they must disperse, altho’ the time seemed to have passed all too quickly. Three athletic receptions were given during the year, one for the foot ball team, one for the basket ball teams and another for the base ball team. These receptions arc given by the Athletic Association to its members and are always exceedingly pleasant affairs. The foot ball reception may be taken as an illustration of all three, altho each reception, of course, differs in entertainment and refreshments. The guests assembled in the chapel, where a short but interesting program was held, consisting of speeches by Prof. Shcrer and the foot ball boys. We then were invited into the gymnasium, which was suitably decorated. After all had conversed for a while, the foot ball boys were asked to show the guests how they could play in dress-suits. This request was readily granted, showing that men with such training as theirs could not do otherwise than obey signals well, whether on the gridiron or on a polished floor. A very unique way of causing all to become acquainted were the cards, in the shape of foot balls, which each one received. As it happened, there was just one exact duplicate of each card and. of course, much fun was had in finding partners. When each had found his mate, a grand march was nicely led by Miss Muff and Mr. Akers. At the close of this grand march, dainty refreshments were served, after which the guests were compelled to depart on account of the lateness of the hour. But one and all surely felt as tho they had had a “mighty good” time. Hundred fifty-tico The Normal Cadets, according to their custom, invited the school to a reception to be held in the gymnasium on February 22. It seemed very appropriate that the cadets should thus patriotically celebrate the birthday of the Father of Our Country.” The room was fittingly and elaborately decorated for the occasion. The entertainment, as well as the refreshments, were appropriate and unique. To summarize, let us say that this reception showed us that, altho the cadets emphasize military training, their social training had fully equipped them for their responsibility as hosts. Mention should be made of the indoor field meet held by the Y. W. C. A. girls. This was certainly odd and enjoyable. Much laughter and merriment were provoked by watching the performers do their stunts.” Following the lecture bv Prof. Grove F. Barber of the State University, the Satin Club gave a reception in his honor. Philo and Everett Halls were beautifully decorated, delicious refreshments were served and all had a most enjoyable time. The biological division of the science department held “open house” to the school and it was very well attended. Many interesting experiments were shown and the refreshment room proved a very popular factor. After an interesting Alumni program, the Philomathcans and Everetts enjoyed a reception, held for Dr. G. E. Howard of the State University. In the receiving line were President and Mrs. Crabtree. Dr. Howard, Prof, and Mrs. Dclzell, Mr. I.anphere, president of Philo, and Mr. Jenkins, president of Everett. At the close of the year, during Commencement week, the president's reception to the Alumni is a most enjoyable feature and every student is glad when he can attend this, for then he must be a full-fiedgcd graduate. Hundred fifty three SOIREES. When it comes to downright fun, the classes look forward to their individual class parties as occasions of special jollity. At the first of the year, the present Senior Class (’08) decided to hold an informal class party in Philo-Everett halls. This social event was especially enjoyable in that each member of the class met every other member and did not have to wait until the year had almost passed before knowing his fellow-classmates. Hallowe’en was celebrated in a novel way by a joint Junior-Senior party. I bis was very unusual and considered by some as almost impossible, but when the presidents of these two classes join together in their plans, the result sought for is sure to be obtained. This joint party promoted a feeling of good-fellowship between the Junior and Seniors which could not be overcome even by the contests between the two classes in athletics. Again, in honor of St. Valentine, the Seniors thought it time to have another strictly class affair. Great preparations were carried on and the gymnasium made ready. At the appointed hour the Seniors began to arrive. Everyone seemed to feel the spirit of the occasion, and were ready for a jolly good time. Though the refreshments had been carefully planned, no one seemed to notice that less delicacies were served. This party was certainly one long to be remembered by the Seniors as a most enjoyable and informal gathering. In the spring it is the custom of the class of 08 to go to the woods and have a good old-fashioned picnic. Care is cast to the winds and theses are, for a time, completely forgotten and all return feeling that it is good to “commune with nature.” Thanksgiving Miss Stoner and Mrs. Bedell graciously entertained the girls of Mt. Vernon Hall, and nothing but a good time could result when these two ladies are hostesses. Many private parties were held throughout the year and space forbids us to describe any of these: although to many a face, a pleased smile of recollection will come when one of these parties is mentioned. Hundred fifty-four Map of Nebraska, showing number of students at Pent from each county. Each dot represents one student. C. W. Smith J. A. Hanna Prof. U. N. IXl cll J. P. Morgan XORMAL1TE STAFF. C. O. Oline Ethel Berry Glen D. Jenkins E. R. Burkey J. Harold Williams, Clara Shires, B. E. Swenscn J. T. Akers. Editor FRESHMAN CLASS SONG. APRIL 1. 1908. As Freshmen now we come to you. We're here to make our how d’ye do: We’ve studied hard the whole year thru Language!, hist'ry, Z. Y. X. And to our teachers all been true. Lucas, Culbertson, Ellis, Woods, Beck. Our colors, white and golden hue. We’re alwayS proud to bring to view, Freshmen, Freshmen, Freshmen. Next year we all shall Soph’morcs be, “Wise fools'' our etymology; Delzcll's curves in geometry. We will try to imitate. Macbeth, great Caesar, chemsitry. We will get into our pate. As athletes, too, we “Sophs” you’ll see, Rut Schott will not our leader 1k Soph’morcs, Soph’morcs. Soph’morcs. And then we’ll take the Junior row; We’ll surely try to make a show; And to the lab’ratory go For the wondrous microscopes. Where pleasures mingle free with woe, And canines lose their hopes. Observing children do just so, Electing what we most would know. Juniors, Juniors, Juniors. In Nineteen ’levcn we’ll Seniors be And older, wiser, don’t you sec? Our daily plans may not agree With the critics’ estimate, But Lally, Krebs, Rouse, Mears and Schlce Will help us graduate. Then out to teach we all shall flee; The world awaits our brilliancy, Seniors, Seniors, Seniors. And now. good friends, our thanks to you For your kind grace in this review; We’ll hie away tomorrow to Our loved and happy homes, And tell the story of Peru. With its wealth of treasured tomes. It’s April first and we “skodoo,” So now we bid you all adieu. Freshmen, Freshmen, Freshmen. “COZY CORNERS” FROM THE GIRLS’ ROOMS SCENES FROM BOYS’ DENS CAMERA CLUB The members of this club believe that it is well that people see themselves as “ithers” sec them. The club comprises all persons taking Advanced Photography, and all work is in charge of Professor Bengston. The club is assisted by two professionals, Mr. A. Peterson and Miss Vera Craven. The following have been actively assisting various manufacturers of photographic supplies to amass their surplus: G. L. Carlson. E. P. Hodapp, E. R. Gross, G. P. McGrow. G. H. Hcsseltine, Anna M. Ketridge. Elizabeth Snyder, Isabel Gabus, Olive Eggleston, Blanche Paid, Van Kirk Maxey. OUR ALUMNI The real worth of any institution, like that of an individual, is judged by the service it renders to mankind. Thus the Peru State Normal has become great because of the service given the world by her Alumni. Throughout the country may be found, here and there, honest purposes, and high ideals, fostered by the influence of consecrated effort on the part of some Peru alumnus. Dr. George Elliott Howard, Head Professor of Political Science and Sociology, in the University of Nebraska, is a Peru alumnus, whose ability and services are indispensable to state and nation. In the same institution is Rosa Bouton, Associate Professor of Home Economics, who also received a sheepskin at Peru a few years ago. Probably Nebraska has no educator more widely known than J. W. Crabtree, the efficient president of Peru State Normal. President Crabtree claims Peru as his Alma-Mater. The field of education claims the majority of our alumni, yet. History’s pages record members representing various occupations in life that render earnest service. Among these members is Hon. J. P. A. Black, who is well known in business circles as the president of the State Banking Association. Each succeeding graduating class adds to Alumni History an increased prominence. Wherever a Peru alumnus is found, whether in a quiet corner, or before the public, the same earnestness of purpose abides. Hundred sixty-two r-T- rt • 1%' � % % •••• • 6 V : svv in • I !• •« U . « 1 Laag'h at ijour friends. I ih ] J (join friends are Sore-, So much the better, j 7 I ow can laug l the -more. CALENDAR. Monday, September 23.—Registration Day. Tuesday, September 24.—(iirls began to look for letters from home—and? Wednesday, September 25.—Reed’s tie conspicuous by its absence. Thursday, September 26.—Seniors elect Olinc for president. Friday, September 27.—First meeting of Philo and Everett Societies. Many “jiners.” Saturday. September 28.—Excursion to coal-mine. Ask Hodapp, Berkey and .ink for particulars. Sunday. September 29.—We all go to church. Monday, September 30.—McGrew visiting in Crete. Tuesday, October 1.—Eggenberger arrives in Peru. Registers for four hours athletics, seven hours campustrv, five hours bluff. Thursday, October 3.—“Brite and fair.’’ Friday, October 4.—Catherine Willis gets a letter from Canada. Saturday, October 5.—Miss Porter and Miss Mohrman make fudge. Sunday. October 6.—Miss Stoner discovers Fairchild, Raines and Beck. Monday. October 7.—Fairchild. Raines and Beck evacuate. Tuesday. October 8.—R. D. Simms informed by Miss Goshen that be does not understand the mind of a girl. Wednesday. October 9.—Senior Party. Thursday. October 10.—Reed appears with bis hair combed. Saturday, October 12.—Catherine Willis gets mere mail from Canada. Sunday, October 13.—Rainy day. Everybody catches up with their correspondence. Monday, October 14.—Miss Shaw sits down on Phillip’s hat. $1.98 all shot )to pieces. Wednesday, October 16.—Mary Anderson and Ella Reinhard buy cream puffs—Results? Thursday, October 17.—Owl Quartet serenades Oak Glen. Friday, October 18.—Leta Hutchison spends her last cent. Saturday, October 19.—Picnic in the woods. Lida Rewey, chief cook and fire-tender. Sunday, October 20.—Many promenades to the river and woods. Tuesday, October 22.—Pic-dav at Mt. Vernon Hall. Thursday, October 24.—Akers falls from his dignity into a cellar. Friday, October 25.—Miss Yocum (at ’phone): ‘‘Hello. Mr. Akers! How arc you this morning?” Sunday, October 27.—Akers: ‘‘Able to attend divine worship.” Wednesday, October 30. —7 McGrew in Crete. Friday. November 1.—McRcynolds sends a com]) to Mt. Vernon. Saturday, November 2.—Oak Glen Hallowe’en party. Guests go to Hades. Monday. November 4.—Sung Onward Christian Soldiers at Convocation. Wednesday, November 6.—President Crabtree gives a lecture on ‘‘Care of the Library. Thursday, November 7.—Library friends reform. Friday, November 8.—Comp received at Mt. Vernon—Sent bv Me Reynolds. Tuesday, November 12.—Boose asks Prof. Bengston if Pajama is in North or South America. Professor says his is in the wash. Friday, November 15.—McRcynolds changes girls. Saturday, November 16.—Windy day. Mary Seelig drops her Theory of Education note book. Theses notes fly in all directions. Wednesday. November 20.—Fred Zink and Ella Reinhard study German in library. Friday, November 23.—Miss Saxer misses conference with Miss Krebs. “O, Fits! How will 1 explain it this time?” Tuesday, November 26.—Senior Convocation Day. Wednesday, November 27.—Students leave Peru to cat turkey and cranberry sauce at home. Thursday, November 28.—Thanksgiving. Saturday, November 30.—McGrew sprains ankle. Goes to Crete to recover. Mrs. I’edell and Miss Stoner entertain the Mt. Vernon girls. Two lone male guests. Tuesday, December 3.—Seven girls miss train at Nebraska City. Have a warm ( ?) Hundred six tv-five drive to Peru. Miss Brauner makes an impression at Barney. W ednesday, December 4.—C. C. Berke forgets to give his number in Observation Class. Saturday. December 7.—Roast beef day at Mt. Vernon. Monday. December 9.—Some students go skating (to their sorrow). Tuesday, December 10.—More fall in. Wednesday. December 11.—Mrs. Crawford's class tell by what method they were taught numbers. Some ancient methods brought to light. Thursday, December 12.—Basket ball game. Peru, 19; Falls City. 14. Friday. December 13.—Senior Boys vs. Faculty Indoor Base Ball game. Dclzell makes seme sensational plays. Sunday. December 15.—Swenson and Cline invite two young ladies to dinner. Girls ai-rive and go to parlor. Boys forget invitation and go down to dinner. Girls depart. Monday. December 16.—Morgan appears in a pink tie. Tuesday, December 17.—Miss Skyrme goes to sleep in library. Wednesday. December iS.—Foot ball boys appear with “P ‘07 watch fobs —the gift of Prof. Scherer. Wednesday, December 18.—Juniors enter chapel with new pennants and old songs. Saturday December 21.—Population of Peru very much diminished. Students go home. Monday, January 6.—Back again. Tuesday, January 7.—Professor Duncanson discusses “A Happy New Year.’’ Wednesday. January 8.—(Mine found studying the Home Department of the “Commoner. Thursday. January 9.—Miss Shires says she received a cook book for an Xmas present. Friday, January 10.—Seniors begin work on theses. Hundred sixty-six Monday. January 13. — President Olinc called down while holding a reception in honor of his numerous lady friends in library. Friday, January 17.—Great excitement! Helen France gets “Schott. Hoys’ Basket Hall game. Humboldt. 27; Peru, 40. Monday. January 20.—All is not woe and despair at Oak Glen, for joy has come. Miss Yocum is the happy one. Tuesday, January 21.—Cook and Professor Duncanson discuss relative merits and intelligence of arts and alligators. Friday, January 24.—Cotner girls are defeated by Normal girls. 23 to 10. Monday, January 27.—Akers dons a robin’s egg blue tie. Tuesday, January 28.—Third table in Mt. Vernon dining room breaks down. Girls get to go and sit at Bennie’s table. Wednesday, January 29.—Cramming for exams. Thursday. January 30.—McGrew makes his usual trip to Crete. What’s Friday. January 31.—Exams are finished. So arc some of us. Saturday, February 1.—Fire at Oak Glen. Boxes, bird cages, trunks, etc., are seen Hying through the air. Seniors register for the last time. “Do you have to stay to Summer School? Sunday, February 2.—Miss Laflin enjoys a “swell affair on her face. Monday, February 3.—Hanna turns down invitation to Leap Year party. “Must go to Auburn.” Peruvian introduced to student body. Mike and Heine constantly nod their approval. Tuesday, February 4.—Girls give leap year party. 10:30 p. m. Hanna still in Peru. Wednesday, February 5.—Another joyful time at Oak Glen. Ask Miss Turner. Thursday, February 6.—Second University Basket Hall team go hack to Lincoln, beaten to the time of 42 to 22. Friday, February 7.—Philomatheans give “The Mouse-trap. Phillips fails to pul! curtain at right time. Saturday. February 8.—Miss Van Wickle leaves on the early train for her home in York. Sunday, February 9.—Oline is seen out walking with Hill. Monday. February 10.—Harold Williams begins to take interest in Kinder- garten Department. Hundred sixty-seven Tuesday, February 11.—Akers wears an Alice blue necktie. W ednesday, February 12.—Senior party. Alice Gipson makes her debut. F. A. Boose makes his at the same time and place. “Light” refreshments served. Thursday, February 13.—Several Sophomores saddened by sickness. Friday, February 14.—Worse. They Beck-on to one another. Saturday. February 15.—Philo-Everett contest. Sunday. February 16.—Cline and Hill go for a Sunday afternoon stroll. Monday, February 17.—Colder than Greenland. Radiators popular. Tuesday, February 18.—Snow storm. Xo school. Girls make fudge. Wednesday. February 19.—Glen Sheeley gets a comp for basket ball game. Game called off on account of storm. Thursday, February 20.—Nothin’ doin’. Friday, February 21.—Professor Beck gives a lecture on “Souveniring.” Saturday, February 22.—Girls Basket Ball game. Seniors vs. Juniors. Score 16 to 1. The Seniors won (one). Sunday, February 23.—dine and Hill go walking. Monday, February 24.—Sung “Onward Christian Soldiers” at Convocation. Tuesday. February 25.—Ditto. Thursday. February 27.—Prof. Scherer opens gymnasium for fifteen minutes. Gre?t excitement. Friday, February 28.—Mr. Hill sends postal to lady friend and forgets to give address. Sunday. March 1.—dine and Hill take accustomed walk. Saturday. February 29.—Miss Lorancc and Miss Mclninch start for Auburn in a sleigh. Snow melts. Girls get out and walk. Monday, March 2.—Murphy dog visits Senior Arithmetic class. FcV IV Tuesday, March 3.—Miss Williams goes to Zoology class on time. Wednesday, March 4.—Hanna sits up all night to study. F«.V if Thursday. March 5.—Miss Scheckle ans- wers question in Psychology, faints. Miss Goshen Friday. March 6.—Akers wears a grass green necktie. Saturday, March 7.—Miss Van Wickle returns to Peru after a month’s absence. Sunday. March 8.—Oline goes walking— not with Hill. Hundred sixty-eight Wa.r. v Monday, March 9.—Prof. Scherer allows gvni. to he unlocked for fifteen minutes! Tuesday, March 10.—Zoology class study anatomy. Peru dogs and cats take to tlic woods. Wednesday, March 11.—Prof. Duncanson disposes of surplus quadrupeds to Peru Meat Market. Thursday, March 12.—Prof. Duncanson appoints a committee to keep Hodapp awake during class period of recitation. Mr. Boose that his understanding is usually correct. Tuesday, March 17.—Miss Cone gives flinch party at Mt. Vernon. Wednesday, March 18.—Peterson gets a hair cut. Thursday, March 19.—Akers and Miss Bailor converse for fifty-five minutes in the library. Librarian just looks at them. Friday, March 20.—Seniors in their best clothes, taken for the Peruvian. Friday, March 13.—Mike and Heine raffled off at Peruvian Staff Meeting. Miss Van Wickle and Mr. Williams, the lucky winners. David Carlson weeps as he bids them farewell. Saturday, March 14.—Misses Miller and P� ogardus go to Nebraska City to solicit ads for the Peruvian. Buy eight pies. Sunday, March 15.—Mager, Renfro. Murphy and Brith at Mt. Vernon Hall for dinner. Monday, March 16.—Miss Goshen informs Senior Gco jri)� � j ] lave their pictures Saturday, March 21.—Miss Bogardus takes her lunch down to the photo gallery. “It's perfectly all right, if I have to get my picture taken so many times. Sunday, March 22.—Something wrong. Mablc and Bennie separated for an hour. Monday, March 23.—Miss Gehvick announces to her friends that there ar.j nine more weeks of school. Tuesday, March 24.—The friends of Miss Shires are alarmed at her queer actions in the back yard. Are relieved to learn that she is only practicing her extemporaneous speech. Wednesday, March 25.—Wade Bixby returns to Peru. Many hearts fluttering. Saturday, March 28.—Akers buys a dove gray tic. Sunday, March 29.—Wears it to church. Monday, March 30.—Bixby tries a new scat in the library. Query: Where did he land? Hundred sixty-nine Tuesday, March 31.—Proofs for Senior pictures arrive. All the young men and one young lady pleased with results. Wednesday, April 1.—Akers and Carlson wait for an interview with Miss Goshen. Find that they are victims of a joke. Mr. Strawman visits Prof. Scarson. Miss B. telephones. Thursday. April 2.—The three guesses. Prof. Searson receives box of bon bons. Friday, April 3.—Three more guesses. More bon bons for Prof. Searson. Saturday, April 4.—Grace Thayer claims the distinction of being the first Senior to have the measles. Five girls drive to Auburn to see the sights. Sunday, April 5.—Hill reported to have been married in Geneva. Monday. April 6.—Chavari party for Hill, led by Symphony Orchestra, E. P. Hodapp. director. Tuesday, April 7.—Ella Reinhard takes a vacation. Miss Woodward looks lore some. Wednesday, April 8.—Cook gets his annual hair cut. Thursday, April c).—May Sharp says she has sneezed four hundred and forty-five times this day. Friday, April 10.—Zink. Williams and Carlson purchase derby hats as aids to obtaining positions. Saturday, April 11.—Prof. Searson assumes the role of “Man With the Rake. Sunday, April 12.—Everyone goes walking. Miss Chittenden happy, for Jov com-eth in the evening. Monday, April 13.—Juniors have their pictures taken. A w. % Tuesday, April 14.—Miss Rewcy assumes charge of a hen and chickens. Thursday, April 16.—One of the factultv members loses his tic. Saturday April 18.—Hilma Peterson attempts to go through restaurant door. Has to leave her Merry Widow hat outside. Sunday, April 19.—Easter Sunday, Miss Rewey shakes her friends and walks with a stranger (?). Monday, April 20.—E. R. Burkey thinks he has too much check. Mumps! '7 Tuesday, April 21.—Mr. Berkey and Miss Porter change headquarters frem L3 to A. Wednesday, April 22.—Ethel Robb detains David Carlson in hall. Miss Mears informs Carlson that his class is waiting. Thursday, April 23.—Bertha Reed gets a position. And I didn't have to buy a derby hat, either! hv. Hundred seventy Friday, April 24.—Sunday's papers placed on library table! Saturday, April 25.—Miss Seelig mistakes her broom for an umbrella. Sunday, April 26.—Weather changes. Shiver all day. Monday, April 27.—Mr. Heck bids good night at Oak Glen at 9:59 p. m. Miss Loomis: I think that’s sensible.” Tuesday, April 28.—Peruvian goes to press. BLANK TO BE FILLED OUT BY PROSPECTIVE TEACHER. Give name ............................ past ................... present........................' future.......................... What is your present address? ................................... What is your future address?......‘.............................. Give names of all teachers you have bad.......................... Do you know anvhing: If so state fully. State what you don't know Arc you married?.................... How many times? Are you going to be married?................ When? .. Have you had the mumps? .................... How many? Underline deformities:— Cross-eyed, freckled, swell head, parrot nose. State color of hair, if any ..................................................... Can you speak fluently:— German. French, Latin, Swede, Dago, Russian, United States?................. Can you get a certificate? ...................................................... Send recommendations from instructors if you can get them. What salary do you want?......................................................... What salary will you take? ...................................................... Will you take what you can get? ................................................. Prepare for the worst! Hundred seven t -one INTELLECTUAL DISPLAY, NORMAL CHAl’EL A FAITHFUL WALK. I. III. Did you ever go walking Sweet girls at Mt. Vernon? Did you ever go strolling Some fine afternoon? And find in your absence Your friends at Mt'. Vernon Had. just to tease you. Been stacking your room. II. Oil, well. I remember Mv room at Mt. Vernon. How the pictures hung backwards, In the midst of the room. A shrine decorated. Adorned with his picture, Oh girls are the limit at stacking a They made me of pillows, Those girls at Mt. Vernon. With arms in the wash tub A rubbing away. They made Bennie lying At ease on the sofa And tacked on this motto: “He lies round all day.” IV. If you ever go walking. Sweet girls at Mt. Vernon. Don't leave your door open On that afternoon. Or on your return, There will be a commotion: For girls arc the limit room. At stacking a room.—M. B. IN THE LIBRARY. A maid of Peru named Tynon Who for silence was always a pinin' Said. “You set me frettin So I'll set you gettin' Away from my presence a-flvin’. C. (). OLIXE. SARAH HERRINGTON'. J. A. HANNA, F. A. BOOSE, LITA HUTCHISON. GLEN SHEELEY. AND THERE ARE OTHERS. O, HAPPY DAY! When the Peruvian comes out. When Hodapp gets a shave, When Jesse Harris is President of the United States. When Olive begins to use hair renewer. When Allan Hill quits looking lonesome. When Miss Washburn learn ito-epelf. When Raines fails to make a speech in class-meeting. Junior Hug Lfitchcr. Signed I undrcd sex'enty-thrte INFORMATION FOR STRANGERS. That boy who is always with Mabel Bowen is Ben Bedell. That studious looking young man with a pile of books under bis arm is John Hanna. You will have no trouble in recognizing John Akers—lie always has a smile on bis face. Those Kindergarten Senior girls whom ou never see apart are Lida Rewey and Helen Cone. That handsome clarionet player in the orchestra is Burrell Raines. That jolly crowd in the south end of second floor in the dormitory is composed of Misses Dunn. Ware, Easton. Shires, Robb. Laflin, Mclninch. Lorancc and Pulver. They’ve only been called down once! August Eggenbcrger is the young n an who is always talking to a girl in the library. Bay no attention to the bells, they are rung at all hours to keep the students awake in their classes. The girls who wear the mortar hoard hats are not all Seniors. That roly-poly man in the faculty is our class adviser. Prof. Howie. The giggly one is Prof. Scarson. The following have asked and paid for special mention of themselves: Glen Shceley. Eva Pulver, Mary Scclig. Bertha Reed. E. P. Ilodapp, and Fay Timmerman. Motto of the faculty in regard to pLying indoor base ball: Today thou art a hero grand. Tomorrow thou art nit.” True wisdom in this hasty land Is knowing when to quit. There is a veung lady named Zink. Whom with Zoology Lab. we link: She’s not afraid of the frogs. Nor the chloroformed dogs. She’ll equal John Burroughs, we think. Hundred seventy-four A SENIOR WANTED. My note book—it contains all I know.—Burr Stapelton. A can of cove oysters.—Miss Fight and Miss Bverly. A comp for my souvenir college book.—Edith Crapenhoft. Laura Porter to come back to Peru.—George Carlson. Brainy men.—Class of 09. A Gibson girl picture.—F. A. Booce. A dog.—Prof. H. M. Duncanson. Someone to take my picture while I play the piano.—H. Humphries. Pupils to whom to teach German.— V. C. Harpster. Someone to tel! me how to knock at Miss Stoner’s door.—Burrel Raines. To exchange my room-mate for a phonograph.—August Eggenberger. To exchange mv beard for a clean shave.—E. P. Hodapp. The earth with a fence around it.—Joy Morgan. Someone to teach me to dance.—Bertha Reed. A man.—Stella Lull. Stapleton, in restaurant: “Say. waiter, do you serve lobsters? Waiter: “Sure, what’ll you have? Minister: My work in life is that of saving young men. Miss Folsom: “Oh, do save me a nice one, won't you?” Hundred seventy-five WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW— Willy Miss Pederson takes Dorn. Sci. If Mr. Hill is always going to wear sideburns. What became of the Senior Party refreshments, February 14. When Grace Thayer caught the measles. How it would seem to have Miss Dunn flunk. If Stella Lull will keep house next year. 1 f Sarah Harrington could sit still five minutes. Why some people call so often at the office for their grades. What Miss Hosmer says when she goes fishing. Why Seniors look hopeful when Mr. Delzell approaches them. What Miss Wynne got on her Geography examination. Why the Sophomore boys arc such devoted slaves to the fair sex. Look Agent (at the Lorancc home in Auburn): “Madam, I have here a very fine encyclopedia which I would like to-----” Lady of the House: “We have no need for anything of the kind, as my daughter Ottis graduated from the State Normal in June. Why is Mr. Hill like an ostrich: Because he thinks when he gets his head behind a tree. Miss Stoner can't see him. Gertrude Easton, enumerating her blessings: “Well, one thing. I am thankful for, I can talk.' Captain ('line at drill:. 'TIostcrman, what is a file? J-Iosterman: “Two behind each other. Hundred seventy-six ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. (Prof.) Clifford Hendricks—YVe feel unable to accept your liberal offer for the publication of your photo. Our advertising space is limited. Henrietta Kees—You should adopt the idea of smiling at Prof. Searson, if you think it makes your grades higher. August Eggenberger—YVe can suggest no cure for your case. It appears to be hopeless. Harry Sanders—In regard to your inquiry concerning the digestibility of the third sage of Bingo, we would suggest that such a diet is not considered hygienic for dyspeptics. E. R. Gross—I do not think you need be afraid. Everything indicates that she would say “yes. Mildred YY’ilcox—Yes, I believe it is better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all. E. (). Zink—From what you say. I think you talk too much in class meetings. Give some one else a chance. Carl Munson—Your trouble appears to arise from mental overstrain. YVe would advise that you lighten your course. Albert Peterson—Your disease is called Krcbitis. A change of critic teachers would relieve pain. Mabel Krebs—Yes. Mr. Harrington is a very nice man. but not available. He is married, you know. Miss Gunn—And so you are in distress to know whether or not you should wear your engagement ring, when the other girls can see it? It is considered allowable, but to avoid comment, you might begin by wearing it only on Sundays. Carl Schott—If Helen does not object, its perfectly alright to go out walking with Lela when Helen is absent, if latter does not object. Anxious Inquirer—One of the principal features at Convocation is the whispering chorus in continual session, located in the last five rows of the Junior row. Hundred seventy-sn’rn Written (luring: Senior-Junior ball game: If Sarah Herrington can chew gum 249 times in one minute and Alice Gipson 319 times, what is the rate of vibration of the maxillary appendages owned and operated by Ottis Lorance. THIS POOR BOSSY. Anna and Ruth one stormy day, Tired of work, and anxious for play. Decided that they their pitcher would take And search for some milk—some fudge to make. The roads were rough and the wind did blow. Yet from house to house these girls'did go— . Always getting the same answer. “We have no more. Perhaps you can find some at the house next door. So across the street, they winded their way, Knocked at the door and proceeded to say “Do you keep a cow? The lady sighed and sadly said: We used to, but this very morning she dropped down dead. Now, good old cows, just listen to me: If you’re as kind as you ought to be Don’t, on the day girls want to buy, Be so inconsiderate as to lie down and die. MODERN PERRY’S VICTORY IN PERU. Message sent to University friend as follows: “We have met the enemy and they are ours. There is now a Lull in mv affairs.” Hundred seventy-eight HEARD IN THE CLASS ROOM. Miss Ellis (in English History): “Mr. Collins, what was the punishment of the man uiho attempted to dethrone Henry VII?” Gol d ns (absently): “His head was cut otf and used as a scullion in the Kings kitchen.” Prof. Duncanson: Of what use arc the pads on a grass-hopper’s foot? Peterson: To keep it from getting jarred when it jumps. Miss Goshen (in psychology class): Xow for instance, how many of you liked dolls when you were young? Zink raises his hand. Miss Goshen: Yes, Mr. Zink, and some of us are not over it. yet. Miss Goshen: How can you tell the exact distance from here to Mt. Vernon Hall?” Burrell Raines: “From having travelled that distance. Professor Brownell, correcting Physics examination papers: “These dia- grams. could he worshiped with impunity, for they are neither the likeness of anything that is in heaven above, nor that is in the earth beneath, nor that is in the waters under the earth! Prof. Gregg: “Miss Glasgow, can you explain what blushing is? Miss .Glasgow: Blushing is a temporary congestion of the small arteries and capillaries of the face and neck. Prof. Gregg: Could you give a practical demonstration to the class? Which Miss Glasgow very accommodatingly did. Mable Bailor: “There are plenty of human beings going around, but only a few of them can be called men. Mr. Gibnev. why arc you so late to class? Gibncy: “It isn't my fault. Miss Krebs held me. Miss Stoner, upon entering girl's room: Is this the center of the dis- turbing element Young lady: 'I have heard nothing hut a mouse in the waste-basket. Friend: Dees our wife miss yen very much? E. R. Barkey: “No. she can throw as straight as I can. Miss Ketridge: “Will you please tell me where I can find '.Short Stories for Short People: ’ ” Librarian, in amazement: What do you want with them? “What is vour room heated with, Mr. Hill? Mr. Hill: “Gas Oline.” Prof. Sherer: Did you take a bath last evening?” Eggenberger: “No! why! Was there one missing this morning? Student: “Isn't it about time that you were thinking of getting married!” Snowden: Well, I haven't thought of anything else since school began. Clara Shires: I don’t care. I have known girls to marry at thirty-five, and do Well, too!” Inquisitive Senior: “Have you seen Professor Howie? Jumbling Junior: “Yes. he and Professor Beck have a meeting with Prof. Scherer in his office.” I. S.: “A meeting? What kind of a meeting?” J. J.: “Huh! A faculty mass meeting, of course!” Hundred seventy nine AN APPRECIATION. To the students and faculty of the Normal and to the business men of Nebraska, who have so loyally supported THE PERUVIAN, the Staff desires to express its gratitude. Especially to the following persons, does the STAFF Ol ' THE PERUVIAN wish to signify its obligation. To Professor H. I� . Duncanson, Miss Lillian U. Stoner. Mr. G. H. Hessel-•tir.e, Misses Sara E. Dunn. Mary Selling, Myrtle M. Krebs. Nellie E. Roda-baugh and Clara Shires, for excellent literary contributions; to Miss Sara B. Ware, for cartoons used in the bock; to Miss Elizabeth Foster, for several designs; to Messrs. E. R. Gross, G. L. Carlson, and Albert Peterson for many beautiful photographs; to Professor J. M. Howie and Professor J. V. Searson. for many timely suggestions and much unselfish assistance; and to many others are we grateful. The Auburn Chautauqua August 8-16, 1908 INSTRUCTION INSPIRATION CULTURE RECREACTION An Ideal Outing Under Ideal Conditions Splendid Tenting PROGRAM STRONGER THAN EVER PARTIAL LIST OF TALENT; Dr. Chas. L. Goodell Mrs. Lulu Tyler Gates Williams' Original Jubilee Singers Supt. O. J. Kern Rev. F. I . Jolly IN. NFS' HAND 7| Lou J. Beauchamp Rev. Tiios. P. Byrnes Jeannette E. Kling Midland Opera Co. Mbistersingbrs Male Quartette Write for Catalog and Information. W. L. EVANS, Secretary Auburn, Nebr. 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(cn- tf CHT A Lesson in Laundry Work we give to our help, and teach them the ncccs. sitv of care in the laundering of fine linen, that goes a great way in preserving the fabrics sent here tor renovation. Anything coming from this laundry will always be found in perfect condition and beautiful in both color and finish. Nebraska City Laundry Co. NEBRASKA CITY. NEBR. i' 4- 'b 4 4 4 4 4 4' 4 4'4- 4 We are p teaser to announce t iat oar Spring and Summer St y es are notv rear iy for t te inspection of oar patrons and frient s, and it atoa d afford as mac t p easare to rave tyoa ca . A'lrs. Saru uest dr S)trs. •.7 re ■yitntse of Qaatitij anti tea son a tie Prices 4 4 4“ 4 4s 4 •if «?� Miss Senior (examining proof)—O, I look like an ape. Photographer — You should have thought of that, before sitting. (ilen Sheeley (to Peruvian editor)— Xow I hope you’re not going to put anything in that old book about me. The Editor—Why not? I’m sure all the popular girls ought to be roasted. Glen—Well, if you put anything in there about me. I’ll sit on you. So there! Practice Teacher—Who was it that supported the world on his shoulders? Model School Pupil—Atlas, sir. Teacher—Who supported Atlas? M. S. P.—The book don’t say, but I ’sjM)se his wife did. Teacher—William, I thought your excuse said that you were absent yesterday on account of a broken leg. William—Please, sr. ma didn’t know how to spell diptheria. The Peru State Normal School Summer School Begins June 8th ONE-HALF SEMESTER The Peru Plan. The Peru plan of restricting the student membership commends itself to conscientious, successful teachers every where. The plan is to restrict the attendance just as far a possible: (1) To men and women of strong character who have taught in the public schools with marked success; (2) To high school graduates and others of fair attainment who seem to possess the natural qualifications of the successful teacher and who have no habits that will mar or in any way interfere with their success in the school room. To these a most cordial invitation is hereby extended. School of Superintendence. The Summer School of Superintendence is a continuation or outgrowth of the Summer School of Superintendence organized by Superintendent Hearse at Omaha, the summer of 1903. The success of the few courses offered during the last three summers at Peru has led to extending the scope of the work, making it a high grade professional school for principals and superintendents of Nebraska. The indications are that there will be an attendance of more than 150 superintendents and principals in the School of Superintendence alone. Country School Teachers. Courses have been arranged to accommodate those who have never taught, and other courses for those who have had one or more years experience as teachers There will be an opportunity of getting any subject required for second and third-grade certificates. Kindergarten. Primary, and Grammar Grade Teachers. The excellent courses of previous years will be continued with several additional courses, making the work desirable and profitable for those who have attended two or more Summer Schools at Peru, and also for those who enter for their first session. High School Teachers. Special instruction is planned by each department for those who are now teaching in the high schools and for those planning to begin teaching in high schools next year. Write for further information. Certificates. Teachers have the opportunity cf taking work in any certificate subject and of taking the state examination in each subject. They also have the opportunity of taking work looking to final graduation from this schooi. Expenses. Board and room. $3.00 a week. Text-books loaned at small rental fee to students. A $5.00 Matriculation fee. No other expenses. Educational privileges free. Write for further information to J. W. CRABTREE, Peru White Goods, Laces and Embroideries (flAVe carry one of the largest stocks of WHITE DRESS GOODS, LACES and EMBROIDERIES, from the medium grade to the very best. (I We can certainly please you as to style and price. dl When in the city make this store your home. H'e allend to all mail orders on arrival. L.'Wessel,s Sons Co NEBRASKA CITY, NEBR. U C. MEYER CARL R. MEYER U. C. MEYER SON Real Estate, Loans, Insurance and Abstracting WESTERN LANDS A SPECIALTY PHONE NO. 478 South auburn, nebr Professor Bengston, having twenty minutes and twenty-six questions, decided to try the electrical.method in giving the Seniors a test in geography. The method failed — as did also the class—the shock caused by such high potential being too great. Anxious Model School Teacher—Miss Mcars, can you tell me where to find something on cheese-making? Miss Mears (who considers Poole’s Index the source of all knowledge)— Have vou looked in Poole’s Index? E. H. DORT Drugs Books Fine Stationery Kodaks Sporting Goods AUBURN, NEBRASKA ’rTlECAUSE of the support given by mm he Superintendents and Educators of the State, we feel justified in asking you to use The Heath Readers, Eight-Book Series; Walsh's New Arithmetic, Three-Book Series; Allen £? Hawkins' Two-Book Course in English; Benson £? Glenn's Practical Speller and Definer; Thomas' Histories of the United States; Haaren's Medial Slant Writing Books; Colton's Physiologies, Elementary, and Briefer Course; Wells’ Algebra for Secondary Schools; Wells’ Essentials of Geometry, Plane, and Solid; Dunn’s The Community and the Citizen; Woolley’s Hand-Book of Composition; Spalding's Principles of Rhetoric. (J We have many other excellent Text-Books, and we shall be pleased to correspond with you. We are respectfully yours, D. C. Heath £? Co. 378-388 Wabash Avenue CHICAGO. ILL. NEBRASKA Junior State Normal School June 8th to July 17th,'08 GENEVA. NEBRASKA Sk Sk Students may enter at any time. Tuition is FREE. An enrollment fee of $2.00 will be charged, which will entitle the student to free Lecture Course ticket and Junior Normal examinations. Any pupil who has earned a county eighth-grade diploma, or holds at least a county third-grade certificate, will be eligible to enroll. Text-books are furnished free to students. A dining hall will be run in connection with the Normal. Expenses are low. A strong faculty of men and women, experienced, energetic, educated, practical, who know your needs. 5 . Sk For further information write at once to R. W. EATON. Principal. Geneva. Nebraska Dr. L. L. Eells DENTIST 7 West Side Court House Square South Auburn. Ncbr. The Latest Patterns in Up-to-Date MILLINERY ...the... Balcony Daylight Store Visit us when in town. iU JU. ROBERTS DYE SOUTH AUBURN. - NEBRASKA A. M. Engles president Fred Lampe. Sr., vice-president Nemaha (ttmutty lank W AUBURN, NEBRASKA Geo. E. Cooington. cashier Miss Elizabeth Tynon. assistant cashier Don’t Fail to come to our store when in need of Groceries—our stock is clean, fresh and up-to-date. For Your Picnic we carry a nice line of crackers, cookies, pickles in bottles and bulk, canned meats, jelr lies, preserves and fresh fruit. For the Men our line of dress shirts, collars, neckwear, hose, etc., cannot be equaled in town. DON’T OVERLOOK US! Sk 3k W.W. MARDIS a CO. PERU. NEBRASKA Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Cut Glass, Fine China and Fountain Pens FOR SALE OR REPAIRED BY J. C. C HATE LAIN, the Jeweler PERU. NEBRASKA A ncv: =N MOORE’S NON-LEAK ABLE FOUNTAIN PEN Wc guarantee this pen absolutely non-lcakablc. When the cap is. turned on, it is air-tight.and ink-tight. It is the only clcan-to handle pen made. Tire ink never dries up nor thickens—writes readily after any period of disuse. Various Styles. $2.50 and upwards. AMERICAN FOUNTAIN PEN COMPANY ADAMS. Ct’SMINO a FOSTER. Agent 168 DEVONSHIRE STREET, BOSTON, MASS. New Series of Text Books Brooks Readers in 5 or 8 book series Hunt’s Progressive Spellers in 2 books Milne’s Progressive Arithmetic in 3 books New National Geographies in 2 or 4 book edition McMasters’ Brief History of the U. S., new edition Steps in English for Language and Grammar Eddy’s New Physiologies, just published The above books are new and up-to-date and give general satisfaction where they are used. We carry a full line of all Graded and High School Books. Write for prices and circulars. AMERICAN BOOK CO. 521-523 V abash Avenue CHICAGO, ILL. An Invitation to Come Again £fc is always implied when you visit our store. We give you prompt, efficient service, and sell you only first-class goods, because we want your patronage. We have everything usually found in a first-class, up-to-date Drug Store, but wish to call special attention to our — School Supplies — Soda Fountain — Sporting Goods — Pencils A first-class Soda Foun- Baseballs Bookkeeping Supplies tain where you Ball Bats Pens Ink will find Ball Masks Note Books ICE CREAM and Mits Fountain Pens all the COLD DRINKS Tennis Shoes Blank Books that can be supplied at Tennis Balls Stationery a Soda Fountain. Tennis Racquets History Covers jU S . Tennis Nets Tablets BALDUFF’S Ice Cream Pennants History Papers always in stock. Kodaks and Supplies The Corner Drug Store BURRIS DRUG CO. Peru, Nebraska Read this Ad and when in need of Dry Goods Groceries Men’s Furnishings --CALL ON- C. C. REED Peru, Nebraska Phone 26 E are pleased to refer you to illustrations in this publication for samples of our Photographs. Criley, Photographer AUBURN St. NEBRASKA The Normal Avenue Store (Just south of the Normal) IS THE PLACE TO GET First-Class Groceries School Supplies Candies Ice Cream and Cold Drinks 3k RICE PAGE, Prop. Peru, Nebraska CITY Meat Market FOR CHOICE Meats - ■ =gnd—— — Pickles Also Market for Hides and Poultry 2k 2k Humbert £? Forsyth PERU, NEBRASKA Latest Styles ....IN.... UP-TO-DATE Millinery Large Assortment of TRIMMED HATS .S , always on hand.Sk Trimming of Frames a Specialty When in need of Millinery call on Alice Collicott Peru, Nebraska Miss Hosnier—Miss Mohrmann, why did Froebel have a string attached to the ball, the first kindergarten gift? Mss Mohrmann—I suppose it was to attach it to the child’s mind. The Fourth Grade were sent into the Third Grade room to observe the phonic lesson. When Sam Brownell learned of their coming, he said to his teacher. “Miss Saxcr, please call me Mr. Brownell while the Fourth Grade are in here.’’ Sr. Start. 5L hrllhont ?rnt, Nebraska 1895—GRADUATE-1900 Central M. C. Rush M. C. St. Joseph. Mo. Chicago, in. f— ! l a. strTL_d- Your education is not complete until you have a thorough, practical business training. Get that training at the Lincoln Business College A Modern, Practical. Up-to-Date School Call or write for Catalog. 13th and P. Sts., Lincoln, Neb. Send for Our Catalogue, or Visit Us at the Capitol City We carry the best materials in many lines of Dry Goods: Wool Dress Goods Books Cloaks Cotton Dress Goods Furs Suits Fine Silks and Novelties Millinery Skirts MILLER PAYNE O and 13th Streets LINCOLN, NEBRASKA FIRST-CLASS ACCOMMODATION Hotel Delmonico RATES: 51.25 AND $2.00 PER DAY --------ALSO-- First-Class Livery Orders for Bus, Baggage or Liv- hS A ery may be left at Hotel Office L. R. DILLON, PropY Hotel Phone No. 90jl .Barn Phone No. 2 PERU. NEBRASKA For GOOD things — IN- Dry Goods, Groceries, Shoes and Furnishings We have the best SHOES It will pay you to see what we have before you buy. Yours for Hus in rss, M. E. GOOD Peru, Nebraska BKADLEY’S School Paints IN VARIOUS FORMS Boxes, separate pans for refilling, and in tubes of semimoist OVER FORTY COLORS For the above and for KINDERGARTEN Supplies, Reed, Raphia and other Hand-Work Materials and the BROWN FAMOUS PICTURES, address THOMAS CHARLES COMPANY Cataiotfue”nd°phc«f i tt. 80-82 Wabash Avenue. CHICAGO Frye’s Geographies First Steps in Geogr Grammar School Geography Frye’s Geographies are used in nearly all the large cities of the United States, in the best Normal Schools all over the country, and in many Canadian cities. They are today the geographical standard for the English-speaking world. In Indiana. Oregon. Georgia, Montana, Mississippi, and South Carolina Frve’s Geographies are adopted for exclusive use in the public schools. In Virginia and Delaware Frye’s Geographies are on the list of text-books authorized for use in the public schools. Cuba, Porto Rico and the Philippines are using these books by government authorization. GINN COMPANY, Publishers CHICAGO OFFICE: 2301-2311 Prairie Avenue f Joiunsencl... “In framing art artist. Art hath thus decreed: To make some good, but others to exceed. qrapnu Preserve the presenter the future.'' 226 South 11 h Sc.. LINCOLN ' ... P oto Q,uaJ EUROPEAN PLAN Fine Cafe and Grill Room 52 Parlor Rooms with Bath N. S. Harajian, a.b.. d.d.s. 3 RESIDENT DENTIST The Lindell W A. L. HOOVER SON. Proprietor LINCOLN, NEBR. Largest and Finest Centrally Located Graduate from Chicago ncnri iudd College of Dental Surgery PERU. NEBR. Hotel in the City Cor. 13th and M. Sts. Dr. C. A. McNutt 3 DENTIST RATES: 50c. to $2.50 Per Day Club Breakfasts - 20c up Table d'Hotc Luncheons 50c. Fine Gold Work Table d'Hotc Dinners - 50c and A la Carte Meals at all hours a Specialty PERU. NEBR. 'Fhc Normal girls say As at Chapel they pray “Help us good maids to he. Give us patience to wait Till some subsequent date— World without men! Ah. me! After long continued evidence that the hands of the library clock were, as it seemed, stilled forever, the jeweler was called in to assist in laying out the silent frame. Only a few people were present to view the remains as it lay in state upon the return table, whence it was destined to go, never to return for. Suddenly, as tender hands were administering the last sad rites, its hands were seen to move slightly. As more certain signs of life became manifest, it was restored to its accustomed place, where From its station in the hall That uncertain timepiece says to all. Forever—never— Never—forever. Miss Lorance’s pupils were discussing the color of dogs, and one child sad. “Miss I.orance. we have one just zackly the color of vour hair.” Of all the maddening incidents That happen as the days go by It's when you’re in the library taking notes And vour fountain pen goes dry! PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS! THEY ARE THE BEST IN THEIR LINE—READ THEIR ADS. Wear Clothes! Made for You We carry a large selection of nearly 400 patterns, representing weaves of all kinds, such as FANCY WORSTEDS CASSIMERES TWEEDS SERGES BROADCLOTHS CHEVIOTS domestic-DRESS WORSTEDS-imported H, S, M, Clothing : - THE BEST-IT STANDS THE TEST ■ ■ Everything in Gents’ Furnishings Fashionable Millinery w E CAN produce the most stunning effects in style and workmanship, or the more modern effects, or the particular effects you may like, whatever they may he. We know we can exactly suit your tastes in question of quality and price, and guarantee to please. S+ 2 2 2+ 2 2 c %(TC E PERU, NEBRASKA ENGRAVERS FOR THIS ANNJUAL Desi£i ers for Golle e Aixiwials H Iftorves ai d Zirvc Etchiivfs oAKe Ki£hest QxioJi v Publications: The Register Purple and Gold The Peruvian and many others Annuals: Omaha High School Bellevue College State Normal (Peru)