Rocky Mountain College - Yellowstone / Poly Yearbook (Billings, MT)

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2 i -l1?ffi'?1fi1.' I tif 1 r 1' f l 71 if ' f 'Qu 14 S. 'gh ,f f l' Z s f X, rggif--.--.Li , . . . 7 Z ,5.g5:,.,:- 1 Eg?-ww! f f fziiziif' ..l l f M f Ot? for the Institute. And his thoughts wandered on in this vein until on the demands of nature he went to sleep. A careful watch was kept for articles in the paper on the proposed school. From time to time notices of progress were read and at last came the announcement of October 5 as the opening date. During the summer it had been decided by the Brown family to send William to the Polytechnic and careful preparations were made for his departure. The morning William left was bright and clear. Bill was more lighthearted than ever before. Bidding a hasty goodbye to his father and mother and last of all to his favorite cow pony and saddle he was off for the station. Ater being comfortably seated in a Northern Pacific coach bound for Billings his mind began to see visions of the Polytechnic, what he thought it would be like. At times his imagin- ation passed away ahead of him with gradual ascension to the highest places to be found in this great country. After a very peaceful night's ride he found himself in the city of Billings. This being his first visit he saw many strange things. I-Ie first noticed the beautiful sunrise. One who has watched the rays of light sparkle out on the highest peaks gradually descending to the lower ones and then the foothills, making each part more cheerful for its coming, can realize why he lingered gazing at the rising sun. The fresh- ness of an October morning and the bright sun- shine as Old Sol mounted the heavens made a pleasant reception for him. A month later, after four joyous weeks at the Polytechnic, we again see him in one of his favorite resting places among the rocks and crags on the rimrock, meditating on what has taken place in his short college life. There is my English, mathematics and his- tory, he ponders, and lessons so long the teacher has to almost hold his breath and turn his head to assign them. If I could play ball or do any of the stunts on the trapese it might make time fly faster, but I would only have to study harder to get my lessons then. It is very plain to me that college work is not so easy as one often thinks. The boys and girls are friendly as can be, and I do not know just what makes me fe-el this way or why I cannot stop meditating. It strikes me that I am homesick. Then drawing himself together he continued, Forget it Bill, take what comes and make the best of it. With the motto before him, Work before pleasuref' Bill went back to work. The social meetings did not attract him very much but later he gazed with satisfaction as the others participated and then as time passed he became one of the participants himself. The winter passed sooner than he had anticipated, but there had been a great change in Bill. l-lis cowboy suit was no longer a favorite sf? , I 4 Hz z gt:-'H -args HT Wi 1 ,XV 4 ff - ,1uY:':i?: 01- If f 47 xg - I. V 4453, i znviiiiiff' it My X I 1 .V ' . -r: Q jezisigff .SH - H ,f i'i4g'W4'z:,, dips? ' zfzerifw ' 4,42 - .dd-?f'12rf2s'2'i1E22' - , .W I . v.3'.4uy4v- .4..--'--w-.,.ww.- W1 fini-1713 - , 55,7 - 52,71 A:-5221-1 1-' -W' ee uilxx -fx I, ' I a a x 4 x 5 In iIE5QI7B t 'f fs- --,, s X . V2 I, V uf p-qv L, - ' Q f lif,Wlll04'l1'ffQlia,.' ,f'i.f., .i,: Q k :z 'P ' p?5i'fQ'n'ij Lf . t... - L :.t.,wf 1 He Sees the Polytechnic.

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0 The Pzoneers First Society of Students Formed at the Tolylechnic OON after the fall opening of the Bill- ings Polytechnic Institute literary societies were organized by the student body. After preliminary and formative meetings permanent organization was effected of the first society on Friday, October 29, l909. Being the first its founders selected the name The Pioneers. An interesting coincident is that the organiza- tion was perfected on Npioneers' Day. The society was formed for literary and so- cial work. Its literary aim is to interest its members to take an active part in formal and public speaking, debating, oratorical contests and such work as is usually done by literary organizations. Its social aim is to entertain its members at stated intervals and also to give socials for all students at the institute. At the first meeting the name was adopted, oflicers elected and a committee appointed to draft a constitution and by-laws. Upon their acceptance it was decided that meetings should be held once each week and that all members should be expected to attend. Unusual interest was manifested at the lirst meeting and it is a noticeable fact that a spirit of loyalty and in- terest has never since flagged The reason for this probably is that the society is composed of the older and more advanced students, who naturally appreciate the value of a literary training and who will work diligently to secure one. There are two classes of members, active and honorary. Unlike many such societies it has no class of members termed social. Hence, all of the members must of necessity work. As honorary members it has seen fit to accept only such as are prominently connected with the school. Members of the society upon graduation will be placed upon the honorary list. So far the society has elected to hon- orary membership l... T. Eaton, educational director of the instituteg John D. Losekamp, president of the board of trustees, and Edwin L. Norris, Governor of Montana. As previously stated, the meetings consist of business sessions and formal and public pro- grams. During the business sessions the busi- ness in connection with the society is transacted according to the rules of parliamentary proced- ure. The formal programs usually consist of short debates, readings, speaking and orations. In its public programs, the society has given debates, orations and readings, dialogues and vocal and instrumental music. Only those who have had the pleasure of attending these public meetings can realize the progress made by the society since its organization. The social life of the society has not been neglected. Several public socials have been given and enjoyed by those who attended. The principal event of the vear was the banquet given by the society in February for its mem- bers. Those who attended will long remember it as one of the most enjoyable evenings spent during this school year. From the fact that another society exists in the school, with which this society may compete, a spirit of rivalry has existed throughout, the year. Several unusual incidents have occurred, but probably the most interesting was the raising of the Pioneer Banner on the top of Science Hall on the morning of February 22. As was to be expected the opposing society en- deavored to gain possession of the banner and for a time excitement reigned among the mem- bers of both societies. The Pioneers, being the stronger, however, retained possession of the banner, which they have since victoriously dis- played. Before concluding this short history of the society it is appropriate to write of the future development and activity of The Pioneersf' Since the society was the first to be organized in the school, its members believe that it is