Princeton High School - Tiger Yearbook (Princeton, IL)

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COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES Baccalaureate Service Processional- Pomp and Chivalry - Roberts High School Orchestra Music- The Spacious Firmanient on High Hayden Mixed Chorus Invocation - - Rev. A. O. Becker Scripture Reading Rev. Elmer T. Peters Prayer - - - Rev. P. B. Wellander Music- Pilgrim's Chorus from Tannhauser Mixed Chorus Sermon- Buried Treasure - Benediction - - - W ct gozei' Rev. R. Shepley Rev. John Acheson Recessional- Pomp and Chivalry - -I Roberts High School Orchestra ' Commencement Processional-- Pomp and Chivalry - Roberts High School Orchestra Invocation - Rev. Forrest Hoisington Music- Hungarian Dances - - Brahms High School Orchestra Salutatory Doris Espel Address - Roger Eickmeier Music- In Italy - - - Boyd Ruth Johnson Address - Ann Nichols Address - Lyle Borop Music- The Viking Song - Colericlge-Tcuylor Mixed Chorus Address - Robert Wolfe Valedictory - Margaret Maycox Music- Calm as the Night - - Bohm Who is Sylvia? - Schubert Girls' Chorus Presentation of Class Gift - Acceptance - Awards - Presentation of Diplomas Benediction - - Recessional-- Pomp and Chivalry - High School Orchestra s,- p Ann Nichols Mr. Guy A. Bryant Mr. O. V. Shaffer Mr. D.i'Ef Panip Rev. H. 'Stiles - ji'RobeArts

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SENIOR CLASS I-IISTCRY Four years have now passed since that memorable day when a certain freshman class first entered the folds of Princeton High School with a noble inspiration. The date was a day in September, 1931. The class was the Class of 1935. The inspiration was to become one of the liveliest classes ever to cross the threshold of P. H. S. After becoming familiar with classrooms, teachers, Seniors, and subjects the newly-formed bunch of Freshies congregated long enough to or- ganize themselves under the supervision of Miss Parr and Mr. Shaffer, faculty advisers. Political leaders elected were Dan Finn, Chieftaing Glen Newbury, Assistantg Ralph Hayes, Secretary, Marion Powell, Comptroller of Currency. Soon after, feeling that they should know each other better, the frosh held a get-acquainted party, which resulted in closer friendship and coordina- tion among the members of the class. This proved to be the outstanding social event for the Freshmen, and the curtain came down on a year filled with hardships, parties, and participation in outside activities. September of 1932 rolled around and, returning to the scene of action, was a dignified group which now termed itself, Sophomore. Again the campaigning, bribery, and voting occurred and the result was the election of Edward Campbell, Master: Ann Nichols, First Assistantg Eleanor Puttcamp, Recorder, Roger Eickmeier, Finance Officer. Now that leaders were elected, activities commenced. The Armistice Day Party started things off with a bang and was followed by the annual Sophomore Banquet which fixed itself in the minds of all the Sophs as an event never to be forgotten. However, the joviality of the second year was tinged with sadness because of the departure of Miss Parr, admired friend and adviser, and the death of Mabel Martensen, an endeared fellow classmate. Came the third year and the Class of '35 were now upper classmen, someone to be looked up to and obeyed. For the third time they met, this time under the direction of Mr. Shaffer and Miss Malsbury, new adviser, and set up a board consisting of Marion Powell, Chairmang Margaret Maycox. Aide to the Chairmang Eleanor Puttcamp, Undersecretary, Ralph Hayes, Collector of Revenue. '35 then embarked on a gay and busy year. First. in conjunction with the exalted Seniors, the Junior-Senior Faculty Reception was sponsored. Following this was the class play entitled Peg-O' My Heart . .Attention was then turned toward the Junior-Senior Prom and Junior-Senior Picnic, and a whizz of a year was ended. Members of the class watched the Seniors depart at C-ommencement with a tinge of sadness in their hearts, be- cause all of them realized the fact that next year it would be their turn. Then came the last year for the on-coming graduates. Joy was touched with sorrow as they gathered to name the leaders who would guide them through the finish of their high school career. Officers elected were President, Ann Nichols: Vice President, Roger Eickmeierg Secretary, Robert Wolfe: Treasurer, Maryana Janssen. Activities started with everyone taking part in the production of' the Tiger . The Faculty Reception, Prom, Picnic, and the Class Play, Addie Sails Away , afforded' a' task for every class member. The climax to the year's activities came at Commencement when the Class of '35 bade good-bye to P. H. S. And now, in looking back over those eventful years, we find that the inspiration of the Class of '35 has been fulfilled. As they leave the portals of their ualmadmatern, they cannot but form lasting memories of the happy hours had and enjoyed by all during the stay at Princeton High School.

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JUNIOR CLASS I-IISTGRY It was on a bright September morning in 1932 that the members of the Class of '36 first entered the Princeton Township High School as students. These students not only proved to be- talented, but they also led the student body in scholastic ability. As soon as they had become acquainted with the habits of the school, they were called together by Mr. Shaffer, the principal, for their first class meeting. Under the guidance of Miss Finfgeld, Mr. Mortensen, and the just mentioned principal, they chose their class officers for their first year. These leaders were John Bouxsein, President, Roy, Campbell, Vice President, Charles Alpaugh, Secretary, Gemma Pieri, Treasurer. Soon after' the election, the officers of the Class of '36 met and planned a party which turned outito be a huge success, for at this party many new ac- quaintances were made. Then again as the last days of school were waning, a picnic was held at the Alexander Park. , The summer of '33 was a sorrowful one, for two beloved fellow students passed on into the other world. These students were very popular and their passing was mourned by many. One was Kimball Larson, a very talented boy, and the other was Gilbert Hassler who had a smile for everyone. The next year at P. H. S. found the Sophomores a more dignified and experienced group. They had weathered the first year and were ready to- start the second with the same enthusiasm which was characteristic of them. Their leaders were, Virgil Kasbeer, President, Roy Campbell, Vice President, Santry Fuller, Secretary, and Jane Nordholm, Treasurer. It was during this year that much of the hidden talent was exposed. Gene Aldrich earned a letter in track and a minor letter in football, while John Bouxsein participated in varsity basketball games. George McManis also distinguished himself in track. But the girls were not to be outdone, and a few ambitious ones displayed their dramatic ability in the One Act Plays. Betty Mortensen, Nelda Hoover, Jane Nordhiolm and Jane Coulter took part in this annual event. But the great event of the Sophomore year was also a greatbsuccess. The Sopho- more Banquet, where all Sophomores act like Seniors. VVhe,n theithird year rolled around, the Class of '36 found themselves Juniors. They were no, longer under-classmen. They were now dignified upper-classmen. The Class officers were, Santry Fuller, President, Roy Campbell, Vice President, Gemma Pieri, Secretary, James Cowley, Treasurer. This was a gay and busy year. At thc Junior-Senior reception, the Juniors dis- covered that they could be classed as equal to the Seniors, and many proved this in both athletics and dramatics. The football lettermen were Robert Harris, Roy Campbell, George Jennings, Max Morel, John Bouxsein, Jack Nickelson, and Captain- elect Gene Aldrich. While in basketball Gene Aldrich, John Bouxsein and Captain- elect Roy Campbell are the lettermen. The annual Junior play, The Love Expert , was also a big success. The cast was composed of Eugene Walters, George McManis, Jane Nordholm, Nelda Hoover, Merrill Jackson, George Steele, Gemma Pieri, Charles Schultz, Maxine Erickson, and Doris Crandell. Betty Mortensen, Marjorie Kopp and Alice Schwab represented the school in the Declamation Contests. The Junior Class is also represented on the News Staff. These future scribes are Paul Haberkorn, Roy Campbell, Walter Carlson, Betty Mortensen, and John Bouxsein. The Senior Class picked Robert Washburn and Roger Pierson as Junior business managers for the Tiger , Last year it was the banquet that gavei the Class of '36 a chance to act dignified. Now this year it was the Junior-Senior Prom. The Juniors worked diligently with the Seniors to help make the Prom the most glamorous event of the whole year. There was also a successful Junior-Senior Picnic held. As the last days of the school ap- proached, the Juniors began to realize that next year they would be Seniors. They had gone through three years of school successfully, and they were now prepared to put the finishing touches on their high school education.