Rome Free Academy - De O Wain Sta Yearbook (Rome, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 76 of the 1907 volume:

Che Boys of Home Are invited to trade in the Largest Clothing Establish- ment in Central New York. We offer you the same high grade Clothes, Furnishings, Hats and Shoes for which our house is well known, especially among the young men who like to dress well without too high cost. Welcome you will be, to look, in the big building on the corner where Lafayette and Seneca Streets meet— a short half block from the busy corner, Utica, N. Y, Maher Brothers To JANE S. HIGHAM, beloved by every student of R. F. A. this book is affectionately dedicated by the Class ol 1907 4061 JO SSVT C. HopkKINs, President of the Board of E-ducation Lewis N. CRANE, Supe? 7 nlenden fos Schor ts FACULTY Pror. H. W. HArrIs, Principal DANIEL R. CAMPBELL, Scrence JANE S. HIGHAM, Latin and Greek HELEN E. THALMAN, English and Latin FLORENCE C. SEELEY, English Harrierr C. CREBLE, lYrench and German Mary E. Burpicx, Wathe malics THERESA K. Tosrn, History FLORENCE J. Etwoop., Elo¢ ution and Physica Culture ROME FREE ACADEMY LIBRARY. Che Senior Annual Published by the Senior Class Roms, N..Y. CLASS of the Rome Free Academy Day. JunE 25, 1907 EDITORIAL STAFI JOHN D, FLANAGAN, Eprror 1 Eprrors EVA BOWMAN FLORENCE HUGHES MAUDE SELDEN EDNA SHAW RILEY KELLY GEORGE ARTHUR TO OUR READERS We wish at this time to make any excusés concerning the con- do not tents of this book nor to ask your len- iency in offering criticisims but simply to state to you a few facts about the which it has been conditions under published. When we considered the matter of publishing this Annual we determined to put out a book which would be a credit not only to the class of 1907 and R. F. A. but one of which even a large school might be justly proud; accord- ingly we elected as editor-in-chief one of our members, Spencer B. Owens, whose excellent literary ability abund- antly qualified him for such a task, t and can you tmagine the depth of our regret. when in the month of May we learned that the editor in whom we had placed al] confidence would be: un- able to graduate and consequently uit able to manage the publication of this book? But.the class of j , be 07 was not to daunted even by so serious a. matter, we would not be guilty of discontin- uing the custom df publishing’ thi§ paper which had been established six years ago, so we began looking for an- other editor-in-chief. : At this extremely late date it was not an easy matter to find a person willing to take the responsibility, but finally we persuaded the present editor to make the attempt. Although not endowed with liter- ary talent to any great extent, he has given his time and attention to the matter, and together with his faithful associates, deserves much credit for his achievements along these lines; he has labored early and late to make this publication successful, and whether or not his efforts have been accomplished remains for you to say. THE SENIOR ANNUAL OUR FACULTY Fortunate indeed are the members of the class of 1907. So strongly is this point emphasized that we cannot refrain from explaining a few reasons. When we began our academic career many members of the present faculty were there to greet us. Profs. Harris and Campbell, Misses Higham, Thalman, and Creble looked upon us as a bunch of green freshmen, to be sure, but we were not long in school before they realized that within our ranks also was material which would later form dignified upper classmen. Of course Mr. Harris invited us all into the Algebra room to try us out, so to speak, and it was with no little fear that we first took our seats and sub- jected ours:lves to the glance of his piercing eye. Scarcely a week however passed before we began to realize that instead of the harsh tyravical mathematics teacher we expected he was a faithful and affectionate friend, ever willing to share our burdens and help us remove the obstacles which thrust themselves in our various paths, and so he has re- mained during the four intervening years despite the transgressions and misconduct of which we have careless- ly though unintentionally been guilty. Prof. Campell also has spared no effort not only to perfect us in our studies but also to advise, direct and benefit us in any way within his power. Miss Thalman helped us over the rocky road of First year English and carefully prepared us for further pur- suing that study. She helped us solve the knotty problems of the freshman year and encouraged us to avail our- selves of educational advantages. Those of us who selected Latin or Greek cannot find words adequate enough to express our appreciation of Miss Higham, although I believe there are some members of ’07. myself in- cluded, who missed their vocation when they began the study of Latin, nevertheless under the training of our untiring instructor we have become quite as good Latin students as Cicero himself. That Miss Creble’s efforts as a modern language teacher have been crowned with success is proved by the fact that our valedictorian has spent four years under her careful training. Miss Seeley came our sophmore year and ever since has labored dili- gently with us making our work not the grinding subject which English usually is but our easiest and most in- teresting study. - Winnie Weldon says that Miss Burdick has made Geometry as plane as A BC, and sucha statement from Winnie concerning Geometry signifies high praise for our mathematics teach- er. Although many of us have not spent much time under Miss Burdick’s tutorship, we appreciate her efforts in behalf of the underclassmen and con- gratulate them upon having so effic- ient an instructor. Miss Tobin, laboring under the dissdvantage of arriving late, is ob- taining excellent results from the his- tory class. Sheis willing early and late to aid us in any matter concern- ing which we seek her assistance. Miss Elwood’s work speaks for itself. The rhetoricals this year are of an exceptionally high order and the freshmen are making such appear- ances upon the platform that they are doing credit to themselves as well as to their trainer. The Slingerland contest this year was the best since its origin four years ago, and every speak- THE SENIOR er was under Miss Elwood’s personal instruction. Do you wonder now, that under the guidance of such instructors as the above that 1907 has accomplished such wonderful achievements? TAKE NOTICE I am not the villain that I seem. GERARD EDELL Work and me Never could ayree. HArkOLD DENIO Oh, happy days of childhood. Dor ETHRIDGE I am monarch of all I survey. As. OrTON I have picked a lemon in the garden of Love, Where they say only peachcs grow. MArjoriz Eis Are all girls like Florence Waldo? FRANK Evans Man, keep your distance. MAr KANE Help me find my faults. Bint. OLIVER Would that I were more conspicuous, Brit. Brnxs Can’t you see I’m lonely? MAvubE SELDON What is more interesting than Algebra? SWEET AND RAFFAUF A coming (?) generation. —Tuer FrESHMEN CLAss Het Miss Higham, ‘‘Miss Squires, name a noun,” Miss Squires, ‘ Boy.” Miss Higham, ‘‘Mary, where your mind is.” ere wererewen Why was Cady Olney so ‘‘White” before going abroad? that shows ANNUAL IMPORTANT EVENTS 1906—1907 Alpha to Omega. The Beginning to the End. 1906 Sept. 10—Great conglomeration of students anxious (7?) to resume their studies. Sept. 12 Election of officers. First Senior class meet- ing “Oh terrible are the consequences we have suffered from this election.” Sept. 14 arrive. Sept. 19 Sept. 21 of nervousness Many more candidates First football practice. The editor shows signs because the elocution teacher has not arrived. Sept. 24 fully meets our expectations. Miss Elwood lands and Sept. 26 the football season by defeating Clinton Flanagan opens Preparatory School 2-0, Sept. 28—Fox and Alice are seen together for the first (7) time. Oct: 1 ing ‘‘the smile that won't 3ill Oliver arrives wear- come off.” Oct. 3—Grogan comments the weather saying ‘It’s a fine day for human race.” upon the race Oct. 5—Barnard complains of be- ing lonesome. Our sympathies are with you, Leslie. Oct. 8—Pratt plunges forth into Rome society for the first time. Ask Ruth Maxham about it. Oct. 10—Riley’s mind begins to yander—towards Miss Elwood. Oct. 12—Turney meets Tred Ellis. Oh the bappy outcome of this day! Oct. 15—Jack Hughes is worried. Matrimonial matters are troubling him, also. 42 Tur SENIOR ANNUAL Oct. 17—Oh, unhappy are the memories of this day’s football game. Pies disappear from the First M. E. chapel. Ask Flany about it. Great disturbance created in the Academy building by—? Oct 19—Chapel with an interesting debate Miss Higham and Mr. Harris vs. some exercises close between interested (?) parties. Oct 22—Terrible gloom o’erhangs us.’ Football, our favorite sport, is suspended. Sod” All Oct. 24—Great rejoicing. Williams is ‘‘Hero of the day.” trouble is satisfactorily settled. Oct. 26—Carelessly quiet. Oct. 29—Hodges returns after two weeks vacation. Oct. 31—Hallowe’en. Underclass- men much worried lest the Seniors do mot enjoy themselves. Nov. 2—Stooks wonders why Miss Tobin is lame. Nov. 5 makes a hit with the ladies. 3urch Perry suddenly Nov. 7—Moose becomes interested in ‘“The Shoe Business.” Nov. 9 that ‘ Dot” is his. Nov. 12—Although tempted by charming smiles of the ladies, John Sweet assures himself Parry, preferring a life of single bles- sedness, turns not from the straight and narrow path. Nov. 14—Kelley yields to tempta- tions and submits to capture by the weaker sex. Nov. 16—Harmony (?) in the Sen- gor class increases. Nov. 19—Strange things are hap- penning, Rae Potter is friendless. Nov. 21—-Mary Squires is late again, as usual. Nov. 23—Much excitement in Cic- ero class. Burton gains an enviable (?) reputation as a Latin student. Nov. 26- in mourning. Fields has left. Nov. 28—Miss Tobin is good na- tured today. The English class is much surprised. Nov. 30—Gill Hughes says strange things because Irene had other com- pany last evening. Loise Thalman appears Investigation explains. history Dec. 3—Panic among the German Mr. Harris Miss Creble being absent. classes. teaches, Dec. 5—Great preparations being made for the Senior dance. Dec. 7—President Utley calls a meeting of the Freshman class every twenty minutes. Dec. 10—Chapman Bronson. Dec. 12—Sam Gardner’s career as a student ends here. We always mourn the loss of brilliant students. are ‘ meets Miss Dec. 14—The preliminary of the Slingerland contest held. Dec. 17—Everybody is happy, va- cation is near at hand. Dec. 19—The Freshman class do honor to themselves by decorating the study hall. Dec. 21—We disperse to partake of Christmas festivities. 1907 Jan. 7—As early as 5:40 students might be seen gathering around the academy building awaiting that happy moment when the doors would open and they might enter. Jan. 9—Cady Olney dreadfully careless. is getting Was seen walk- THE SENIOR ANNUAL 13 ing to school with a lady friend this noon. Jan. 11 terest in the student body by saying a few (?) words concerning our conduct Harris shows his deep in- just before exams. Jan. 14—Awake, ye students. There this morning for the first time an ex- brilliant student name is Fields. slumbering stands before you ceptionally whose Jan. 16—Everybody busy cram- ming for exams. Jan. 18—Minnie Smith left school. No ray of sunshine will ever penetrate the clouded sky o’erhanging Bill Oliver. Jan. 21 first time. has Selden gets busy for the May his efforts be crowned with success. Jan. 23—Great gala day in Rome. band is out Flags and other The bells. decorations are everywhere to be seen. Cause— Besley, Burton, and Barnard passed Geometry. everybody wears have Jan. 25—John Parry comes to school without his lesson. Jan. 28—Mr. Barringer sends us up a few children. Jan. 30 of overstudy. Feb. 1—Etta Theeringer gradu- ates. Feb. 4—The Seniors, who for four weeks have been discussing a sleigh- ride, have at last settled the matter. Chapman shows effects Feb. 6—Curtiss expresses opinion of the girls of R. F. A Fortunately no one but the editor heard these re- marks. Curt said queer things. Feb. 8—The society people show signs of drowsiness. We arrived from Verona at 4. a. m., mercury 35 de- grees below. Feb 11—Ruth ally quiet today. Feb, 13—Edna Shaw thinks Kelly is cute. Wager exception- Feb. 15 ing Contest. Feb ure aS a Hughes him, Slingerland Prize Speak- 18—McCarthy proves a fail- man, Florence disappointed in society dreadfully Feb. 29—Tom Bright suddenly be- comes studious. Feb. 21 Roney Boys’ Concert for benefit of the piano fund. Feb. 25—Ernestine Peake’s at- tempt to catch Stevens results in a flat Be not discouraged, Ernes- “Tf at first you don’t succeed, tailure. tine. try, try again.” Feb. 27—Pauline Mowry becomes interested in Sweet. We do not criti- cise you, Pauline, but rather admire your good taste. Mar. 1—Fate has this day been cruel to one of our charming ladies. Mary Squires meets with an accident James street while walking down about 11:35. For particulars and de- tails inquire of Garry West. Mar. 4—Miss Creble Miss Tobin are seen at the roller rink. We hope for more leniency from Miss Tobin and in the future. Mar. 6—Tommy Savage, realizing for the first time the fickleness of women, locks his heart against them and determines to pursue another course. Mar. 8—Oh, happy day. Gros- venor finds a girl. Mar. 11—Anna Shillner seen flirt- ing with Gill Hughes. Mar. 15—Gerard Edell turns over a new leaf. Weare always ready to 14 Tur SENIOR ANNUAL encourage our friends when they are reforming. Mar. 18—Miss Burdick is shocked. John Lynch has a perfect lesson. Mar. 22—Lansing Bailey caught studying, Harris Mar. 24—Pratt Everybody happy. hand. becomes alarmed. ‘leaves school. Easter vacation at We adjourn for ten days. Apr, 8—Many Spring fever is raging. Apr. 12—Barnard, Ruth and Irene take a stroll in the country. vacant benches. Oliver, The roads are bad; so are the excuses they present next morning. Apr. 17—Antionette Halstead and the Bronson family take an afternoon off. Through the generosity (?) of Prof. Harris, who appreciates their longing for outdoor life, they are per- mitted (?) to pass the remainder of the week in the same way. Apr. 22—Eva Bowman being un- able to reform Kelly, turns her atten- tion to her studies. Apr. 25 busy The Juniors are getting planning for the Junior prom. Apr. 29—Frank Evans is looking for someone upon whom to lavish his affections. Good luck to you, Frank. May 6—Groff says ‘The trees are leaving.” Cogswell they are going. May 10—Bessie Birnie deserves our thanks. She brought Barnard to school with her this morning. May nothing. May 17—Junior Promenade. Most delightful time for everybody. May 20—Vera Reese without her Cicero lesson, surprised. wonders where 13—Everybody busy doing Miss Higham much May 24—Everybody getting pat- riotic singing war songs. May 27- Denio begins to study. The teachers are sur- prised. ed DAVIS PRIZE ESSAY Changes Wrought by the Intro- duction and Development of Steam as Applied to Transportation. likened to a grand dissolving view; while one age History has been is coming intv prominence, another is During the last half century, there has been an immense passing away. change in the distinct features of so- Civilization has entered upon the Age of Material Pro- ciety. a new age, gress, When we think present system of transportation, prominent which boats and steamships, it seems almost incredible that less than a century ago of our among are railroads, steam- these means were unknown. The decade between 1830 and 1840 has been called ‘‘the cradle of a new During that time, several of the greatest inventions which have marked human progress, were practi- cally perfected. With wonderful rap- idity the continents have been covered with an immense net-work of ‘rail- roads, constructed at an enormous cost of labor and capital. Mulhall’s illus- tration gives some idea of their length, when he says that they are sufficient to girdle the earth eleven times at the equator, or more than enough to reach from the earth to the moon. In other words, their length is more than two hundred seventy-five thousand miles. These railway lines are made practi- cally continuous around the world by being connected with ocean steamship lines. ’ epoch.’ THE SENIOR ANNUAL 15 By applying steam to transporta- tion, all parts of the world have been brought into closer communication. Mountains, which once formed a seem- ingly impassable barrier, have been conquered by engineering feats. There has been created a solidarity of com- mercial interests. fasy means of traveling, by bringing people in con- tact with one another, and habituating them to new scenes and different phases of society, have made them more liberal and tolerant, while new ideas become immediately the common possession of the whole world. And, of vast importance, here is found the solution of governmental problems. The chief difficulties in the mainten- ance of a confederation of states have been removed by the virtual annihila- tion of time and space, and such broad territories as the United States have been made compact and consolidated. Without such powerful means of com- munication, it is doubtful what the outcome of the Civil War would have been. With their aid, it was an easier matter to successfully maintain a close Federal Union. Professor Seely’s opinion seems to be a general one, when he says that England may be- come a World-Venice with the ocean for streets. Furthermore, human pro- gress has been accelerated to such a degree that the work of years, and even centuries, has been crowded into a day. Take for exampe, Japan. We find that this country has been modi- fied more by our modern civilization within the last twenty years than Britain was modified by the civiliza- tion of Rome in four hundred years. The power of Japan, on the outskirts of the world, was strikingly illustrat- ed by her recent victories in the war with Russia. Could these results have been obtained had not Japan been connected within, and brought into communication with the rest of the world by steamahip and railroad lines? There is no dispute as to the su- premacy of English commerce, but the position is a comparatively new one. In the year 1785 the exports of Eng- land were under fourteen million dol- lars and the imports only a trifle more. Until long after the middle of the eighteenth century, there was great personal danger in Lancashire on ac- count of the condition of the roads. The obstacles in the way of traveling were increased in winter, when pack- horses carried the food to London. In some places, no market could be found for the meat and grain, while towns near them suffered for food. Once a month a stage-coach made the journey frow Glasgow to London, tak- ing about two weeks for the trip. The absence of good roads resulted in the seclusion of the people. It was not until the nineteenth century that England was relieved from the diffi- culty of taking goods or people from one place to another. But with steam transportation, all was changed. After the triumph of George Stephenson in construction of the engine for the Liverpool Man- chester Railway, there was no more doubt about one of the grandest of in- dustrial triumphs. For a time, the railroad system extended but slowly. In 1845, however, the construction of railroads increased at such a rate that in four years the capital in these un- dertakings had increased from eighty- eight million to two hundred and thir- ty million dollars. The restraints which had been caused by insufficient 16 THE SENIOR facilities for transport were now re- moved. During 1875 hundred million tons of goods were conveyed two by railroads from the producers to the consumers. The restrictions placed on the means for traveling had resulted in number of ing an.antipathy.towards the other. a great secluded towns, each bear With these restrictions removed, there Men and desire to travel. different learned how’ much one needed the oth- sprang up a from communities met there was to hate and er—how little how much-their common interests lay The from isolation gradually melted away together. evils which spring in the unity of speech, custom and be- lief of one united people. England, while forming a splen- did example of the power of steam, is but one of the European nations which has prospered through the same influ- ence. The others, although they may not have attained the same degree of success, have greatly benefited by its use. Africa, once a truly ‘‘Dark Conti- nent,’ depending on its rivers and car- avan routes for transporting facilities, is being transformed by its railways. Among the most important may be mentioned the Rhodesia Railways in the south, It is obvious the construc- tion of railways is of the greatest im- portance in the development of a coun- try where there are but few navigable rivers, and the building of roads in the vast sandy tracts is necessarily ex- pensive. Perhaps nowhere has the effect of steam transportation made such radi- cal changes as in the United States of America. One of the chief obstacles in the settlement of the west was the difficulty in moving goods from one ANNUAL It was in 1807 that steamboat, Robert place to another. the first successful Fulton’s ‘‘Clermont,” began making trips up and down the Hudson River. In 1811, a steamboat was Jaunched on the Ohio Pittsburg, the ‘‘Gateway of the West,” and so.n the River, at western rivers were busy with vigor- ous little vessels carrying settlers with their household goods and merchan- dise, westward. At the close of 1812, the effects of this was seen in the new In four years, from 1816 to 1819, as many new One succeeding year, they the war of growth of the western states. states were added to the union, entering each were, respectively, Indiana, Mississip- pi, Illinois and Alabama. In 1836, anthracite coal was ‘suc- cessfully used in producing steam, and two years later steamships began mak- ing trips across the Atlantic, Ina short time this began to increase our population by the influx of laborers from Europe. In 1830, New York City was over two hundred years old with a population of two hundred thousand, while Brooklyn had about twelve thou- sand; within the next sixty years the new and sudden growth carried the population of those cities to nearly two and a half millions. Chicago, now a city of more than a million, was then but a little village in the wilderness. With the development of steam in locomotion there has been a tendency for country people to flock to the city. At points of intersection along the road, little towns swell into cities be- cause there is very little trouble in bringing necessaries and luxuries to such places. Commerce and manufac- tures naturally increase in proportion to the size of the town. In the west, immense farms and THE ranches have been developed for the supply of European and eastern Unit- ed States markets. Not long fresh fruits and vegetables were a lux- ury in the North, but now it is possible to furnish them at ago mid-winter in moderate rates. The increased size of farms has made labor-saving machines a necessity, so that while many specu- lators have amassed fortunes, the com- fort of working classes has been great- ly increased. As late John Quincy Adams, poor little wag- as the administration of ons struggled over muddy roads with their farm produce or parcels of mer- chandise, exposed to all the dangers Now, less than a century later, enormous freight along the miserable way. trains rush night and day from one end of the United States to the other. While the steam being applied to transportation changes caused by have been manifold, some nations have felt the effect more powerfully than But one thing undisputed we have witnessed one of the grandest others. of industrial triumphs in its applica- tion. It write the history of this age, differing so greatly from any of its predecess- ors, for who can tell far it has advanced towards its culmination? It may well be that we have witnessed the greatest wonders of modern inven- tion, and that intellectual and moral development will characterize our fu- ture. would not be possible to how FLORENCE SWEENEY. ecereeeeeres The boss in the copper mill: ‘ Hey, Bronson, you and the rest of those da- goes get to work.” eeererererss If Orton can’t lean on Campbell he must on Grimm. SENIOR ANNUAL 17 WHAT THEY REMIND US OF Bronson Cornish Stook Orton Evans a sport. a politician. a statue. an orator. nobody. Mr. It. a deacon. Hodges Edell Flanagan—Happy Hooligan. Burton—Mr. Pig. George Barnard—a headlight. a comedian. Santa Claus. a bunch of kids. Savage Kelley Freshman Class Parry Gerwig a grind. An athlete. Denio—nothing. +4o4+4e4++ Something worth hearing—Fitz’s farewell to Anita. The “Bryan” of R. F. A. politics —Ab Orton. Your name is singularly appropri- ate—Miss Tobin to Tommy Savage. A truly child—Nahum Pratt. Flanagan looking over Annual ma- ‘These not spare their chief.” precious terial: villainous editors do Webster (Daniel) Field (Cyrus) What mockery , Putnam (Israel) to Parry (Commodore) noble names _ | Leo (Pope) Oscar (King) The shorn $ronson, Ol- ney, Sweet and West, with their sen- sational hair cuts. lambs- Listen to my tale of woe—Ada Furgeson. “I hope Cicero doesn’t hear you.” —Miss Higham to Cicero class. Our happiness in this world de- pends upon the affections we are able to inspire.—Mary Squires, Etta Ther- inger. THE SENIOR THE ALPHABET is for Aimee, a girl of great size, Who by her actions makes out to be wise. stands for Bronson, who has a big head, And often with Rachel is found, it is said. 8 stands for Cornish, a man of great fame, Who says that ‘‘grafting’’ is a great game, D is for Dooley, fair sisters two; They like each other but they don't like you. is for Ethridge, so trim and neat, — Who used to go around with our friend Bill Sweet. F is for Fraver, so cunning and shy, That upon him the teachers all have their eye. ( F is for Grosvenor, a sporty young man, Who sponges on the fellows whenever he can. | | stands for Hofstetter, who, we're afraid, Will some day become a sour old maid. | stands for Inza, so wise and so prudent, Who always has been an industrious student. is for Jones (Florence), so modest and coy, Who ts so happy when with a boy. K is for Keating, of the class of '07, Her thoughts seem always directed to heaven. L is for Lynch, who is becoming so lippy, That the fellows call him a second Doc Dippy. M is for Maxham, with manner obtuse; For further particulars ask Mr, Moose. N stands for Noble, a fellow quite small, Yet he makes as much noise as the Seniors all. O is tor Orton, dear to us all; Someone said he is seven feet tall. Campbell), whose departure P stands for Prof. we dread; We hate to have anyone teach in his stead. is for queer, and somebody said That is the shape of Tom Bright's head. R stands for Rachel, most at her ease When seated before the piano keys. S is for Stevens, and the hair on his head ‘Tis of a beautiful brilliant red. . | stands for teacher, who gives them advice, That the Freshmen may ‘‘grow up’’ to be quite nice. | is for Utica, not far away, Where live pretty girls, so some fellows say. V is for Vera, who in reality, Among the boys shows no partiality. ANNUAL W is for Weldon, the girl with gold bows; If she has others nobody knows. 4 is for xcuse, which according to rule, Must be given when you are absent from schoo, ¥ is for youths who sporty would be, And it is too bad that they themselves can't see A is for Zimmer, the last on the list; We're sorry so many had to be missed a eerereerss Nor unhappy, nor at rest, But beyond expression fair, With floating flaxen hair, Rosy lips and full blue eyes, Take the heart from out my breast. Maude Selden. I to the world am like a drop of water That in the ocean seeks another drop. Ruth Maxham. Let him who does not choose to be considered a lazy fellow, fall in love.—Lester Grogan. It is sweet to feel by what fine-spun threads our affections are drawn to- gether.—Alice Rowland, Clarence Fox From every blush that kindles in thy cheek a thousand little loves and graces spring to revel in the roses.— Florence Bielby. Nature hath formed strange fel- lows.—Francis McCurn, William Kalb I can’t Riegler. He (Fitz) has my heart yet and shall have my prayers while I shall have my life.—Anita Lillibridge. Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. ‘Girls of Eta Pi. A modern Ichabod Crane.—Clif- ford Grimes. catch anyone.—Helen Look, they are winding up the watch of their wit, and by and by it will strike.—Board of Editors. She tells you frankly what her mind is.—Florence Hughes. THE SENIOR The Faculty’ll Get You If You Don't Watch Out A couple of sporty fellows came to R. F. A. one aay To try to learn to read and write and pass the time away least to run a bluff And how to do geometry, or at And play base lots of ball, and how to fuss, and } other stuff An’ when study hour is over and all the lessons done (? They sit around on benches and has the mostest fun Listening to the fairy tales the Seniors tell about An’ the faculty ‘at gets you don't watch out, to cut their classes, and times They used some they d skip school, Altho’ their conscience told them it was against the rule, They consoled themselves by saying they'd study bye un bye But a member of the faculty upon them had his eye, And when he asked for explanation they gave many an excuse, They promised to do better, but it wasn’t any use, You can't fool Prof. Harris—he always will find out An’ the faculty’ll get you ef you dou't watch out. BARNARD—OLIVER, rererererewe Her voice was even, soft, gentle and low, an excellent thing in women. —Frieda Hofstetter. Miss Higham to Burton, your memory is an inch long.” Miss Burdick, ‘‘Flanagan, what do you know about ‘grafting.’” ‘ Leo, Let me shine June Orton. among you. Oh, how a manly heart doth yearn. —Harry Turney. What does Kelley mean by ‘‘thoro- bread” Indians? ANNUAL RONEY’S BOYS CONCERT On February 21, 1907, the Roney Boys again visited our academy and presented a fine program. When here before they were heartily applauded, extra large crowd and therefore an was present at this occasion to hear them again, about five hundred people The put in the piano fund. Mr, Roney had with him this time a different group ot boys than when being present. proceeds were here before. The program rendered was, therefore, entirely different. Each selection was heartily applauded and a number of encores were given. The boys appeared in five differ- ent costumes, all of which were in- tensely interesting and The last costume was that of the Scot- tish Highlanders, each boy wearing the plaid of a different clan. Before the last appearance Prof. Roney gave a short and very interesting talk upon the Scottish kilt and its history, also explaining the the various plaids which the boys wore. That the concert was as good if not better than the one before was the vote of each person present. And we believe that we are justified in saying that when Prof. Roney and his boys amusing. uses of come again, the board of education will be obliged to find a larger hall to accommodate the vast throng which will wish to hear and enjoy them. Miss Seely—‘‘Alice, explain the difference between description and nar- ration” Miss Rowland, ‘‘They are both the same, only they are a little different.” My heart for love is on the pine. Winnin Weldon. In sooth I know not why I am so sad.—-Eva Bowman. 20 THe SENIOR ANNUAL SCHOOL DAYS Ram it in, cram it in, Children’s heads are hollow; Slam it in, jam it in, Still there’s more to follow Hygiene and history, Astronomic mystery, Algebra, histology, Latin, etymology, Botany, geometry, Greek and trigonometry Ram it in, cram it in, Children’s heads are hollow. Rap it in, tap it in What are teachers paid for ? Bang it in, slam it in, What are children made for ? Ancient archaeology, Aryan philology, Prosody, zoology, Physics, clinictology, Calculus and mathematics, Rhetoric and hydrostatics, Hoax it in, coax it in, Children’s heads are hollow. Rub it in, club it in, All there is of learning; Punch it in, crunch it in, Ouench their childish yearning For the field and grassy nook, Meadow green and rippling brook, Drive such wicked thoughts afar, Teach the children that they are 3ut machines to cram it in, Bang it in, slam it in— That their heads are hollow. Scold it in, mould it in, All that they can swallow; Fold it in, hold it in, Still there's more to follow. Faces pinched, sad and pale, Tell the same undying tale Tell of moments robbed from sleep Meals untasted, studies deep. Those who’ve passed the furnace thro’ With aching brow, will tell to you How the teacher crammed it in, Rammed it in, jammed it in, Crunched it in, punched it in, Rubbed it in, clubbed it in, Pressed it in, caressed it in, Rapped it in, and slapped it in, When their heads were hollow. Anita’s heart is almost broke, Edgar’s gone and that’s no joke. Seldom does Miss Weldon muse, Unless she’s thinking of Gilbert Hughes. Frank Fraver will have a goodly cook, When he marries Miss Pauline Hook, What's the matter with Christine and Chappy, She doesn't seem to be very happy? I wonder why Ruth is always so blue When Earl Moose is not in view? Every freshman has a smile Stretching across his face a mile. eererereses Champlain was a Frenchman who settled Lake Champlain.—Eva Bow- man. The lion of knee pants—Leo Bur- ton, Prof. Campbell—Florence (Hughes) how do you make biscuits? Imagine:—Ab Orton in tights! Parry kissing a girl. Owens on a spree. Why did two couple ‘fall out” the night of the senior Hallowe’en party, although we had a broad hay rack? Ask Cornish and Flanagan. What teacher is most to be feared? Why the one who got ‘‘a little(?) Ri- ley.” Miss Tobin, ‘‘Miss White, Can you read what you have written?” THe SENIOR ANNUAL 2 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF '07 We are sure that in relating the history of the class of ‘07 we cannot do it justice, for to accomplish this we should need much more time than is given us. Wedo not wish to praise 07 above all other classes, but to give it its due glory. Like timidly Academy. our� predecessors, we came from the Court St. into the Our curiosity alone over- our fear. What meet in that strange, unknown re- gion? Should we be lost in its tur- moil, or would some kind seniors take us under their wings? We were soon to solve these mysteries. After the first grand rush we were given espe- cial seats from which we dared not stir, and then—to what jeers and scoffings were we exposed! Even the sophomores looked down upon us, and the seniors ignored us entirely. The masculine portion of our class was compelled to submit to that shameful practice, in ordinary words, ‘‘duck- ing,” surviving from this rare experi- ence rather wet, but wiser than be- fore. All things must end, even the freshman year, and after what seemed a long and dismal time, we became Our troubles seemed now to be over. With the help of our classmates, the Moose and the Sav- age, we had gained at last the recog- nition of juniors and seniors, and the second and third years passed very pleasantly. Under the helpful teach- ing of the faculty we advanced in learning, and became in truth an as- tonishing class. came should we sophomores. At the end of our third year we gave to the seniors a much enjoyed re- ception, which will long be remem- bered by all the participants. 21 At the beginning and through the last year we surprised the entire school by the which we held, and although these were ridiculed by the other students, In these number of meetings they were very profitable. meetings one could have beheld the stern and awe-inspiring presence of our honored valedictorian, the gentle countenance of our sergeant-at-arms, Mr. Kelley, and the civilized animal, the Moose. One would have been as- tonished at the silence of most of the members of the class, which was main- tained because of the fear that they would be overcome by one of Mr. Bron- son’s objections! The young ladies made a goodly company, as contrasted with that of the young men! Henrietta had, since the organization of the class, been at the Foot, from which position one could occasionally hear sounds of stifled mirth. Miss Furgeson talked to herself so constantly that it was difficult for one to think, and she was often called to order by the president. Mr. Cor- nish thought seriously of resigning from his office, as he objected to what he considered an insult (being ad- dressed as the chair). Miss Maxham, Miss Selden and Miss Shaw, together with Miss Halstead and Miss Edwards could not be made to express an opin- ion, as every one knows that they are dumb! Mr. Riley was accustomed to rise solemnly from his seat to second motions made by Miss Ella White. We would like to mention each mem- ber of our illustrious class, but we must speak of the social events occur- ring during 1907. As Hallowe’en drew near we de- cided that a party would be accepta- ble, and accordingly one was held. Contrary to the usual rule, this party 22 THE SENIOR was successful and unmolested and thoroughly enjoyed. In December we agreed to break the monotony of school life by holding adance. In G. A. R. hall we assem- bled and gave every one a pleasant time. Being more favored by the gods than our friends of 1906, we were able The trip Verona, where we to have a senior sleigh ride. was made to in- dulged in dancing and games. A good example was set ‘08, as we ar- rived home at a very proper hour. Thus the time passed until the speaking contest took place. We had always felt justly proud of ’07, but never aS much so as when we learned that the three winners in the contest were seniors. These events, with our school work, caused the time to pass so rapidly that we were greatly aston- ished when one morning we received invitations to the junior reception to be given in our honor. We then real- ized that we were indeed seniors, and not far from our goal of graduation. It is pleasant to look back upon the history of a class whose record has been as bright as that of ’07, but were we to mention all of its merits, we should need volumes. Our place we give up to 08, and we trust that it will be filled with honor. We know the history of the past of 07, and we hope that the future may be as bright. To the prophets we will leave the fu- ture, and as in the past, may our aim ever be ‘‘Virtute et Labore.” HISTORIAN OF ’07. social FHF tH HH tHe Perpetual motion — Bessie Mc- Laughlin. Miss Tobin’s encyclopedia of ready reference—John Parry. ANNUAL THE SENIOR DANCE ‘“‘At half after eleven, Meets the class of ’v7,” Said the principal shrewd, Who was in a tired mood. For this he must say From September till May, For in meeting's, this class No others surpass, A loud burst of laughter, Came shortly after, For the scholars all knew What the seniors would do. This announcement was given by the well distin- guished principal, who, it was appar- known voice of our ent, was thoroughly disgusted with the many meetings of the senior class. But the seniors were elated at the prospect of meeting each other again after so long a separation in that al- most forgotten place,—the algebra room. What took place behind the closed doors no one knew but the seniors, for they were very secret in their proceed- ings. However, one listening at the key- hole might have heard the soft (?) me- lodious voice of our honored member, Mr. Owens, as he “rose to a point of order,” or the wild whoops of a Savage as some unexpected pleasure was spok- en of. As everyone in the academy iS now aware of what took place in the meeting we will be pleased to acquaint the public with it also. Several as- piring seniors suggested that the class have a dance in December, this show- ing their originality, as none of the other classes before had ever had a dance in the middle of the year. Some of the more pious members objected to it as an undesirable means of en- joyment, but they were overruled by THE SENIOR ANNUAL 23 the majority and it was decided to hold a dance on December 8, in the G. A. R. hall. The evening of December 8 was exceptionally warm, the thermometer standing at only 12 below zero. The seekers for pleasure arrived at the place appointed between the hours of eight and nine and when all were as- sembled, twenty-five couples were counted. The hall had been beautifully trimmed by a number of the seniors, and exquisite music was rendered by the orchestra, seated upon an elevated platform. The number of people present was just right for the size of the hall, which was not at all crowded, At about 2:30 a. m. the last of the guests departed for home, all assert- ing that the senior dance had been one of the most pleasant functions of the year. about +H tt te tteeeee THE SENIOR SLEIGHRIDE It being the custom for the Seniors to take a sleigh ride, early in January theclass of 1907 began preparations for such an event. ‘The day appointed was January 30 and the place Concan- non’s Hotel, Verona. Promptly at six o’clock on Wednes- day, the thirtieth, the seniors, with their friends and Misses Seely, Tobin and Elwood, as chaperones, gathered atthe Academy. A little later the three sleighs arrived and the jolly com- pany started on the journey. It wasa beautiful moonlight evening and every- one was in the best of spirits. After a pleasant ride of about two hours, Conconnan’s hotel was reached where all were cordially received by the landlord. After wraps were re- moved a short session of dancing was enjoyed while others, not caring for this, amused themselves with games. At the welcome call to supper all re- paired to the dining room where two tables were loaded with all of the good things. Many were the courses, but fi- nally they could eat no more. Some of the seniors instead of accompanying the rest to the dancing hall, disap- peared, and you will have to ask them what happened. At one o'clock load left for home, while the rest remained to en- joy themselves longer. the dances and great was the fun but at last the inevitable moment came and the sleighs arrived at the door. After all were settled satisfactorily they started. The mercury reached 17 degrees below but no one felt the cold, as the president and all will tell you. Home was reached about half past four. Although the hour was early the party found their home com- ing delightful. Certainly this great event far surpasses any efforts made by former classes or that will be made by posterity. one Many were Seeley E] wood A name with | Hughes many tails, +4 Jones Florence | Smith | Sellick | Waldo. Campbell’s Boswell—Ab. Orton. This English is a bore.—Denio and Oliver. Why is Sweet progressive? Be- cause he keeps well to the front (seat). Miss Tobin, in English ‘ Who did he fought?” Miss Seely, ‘‘Stooks, have you been asleep for the last ten minutes?” history, Miss Tobin, ‘‘ Thomas, refrain from your audible comments.” THE SENIOR PRIZE SPEAKING CONTEST The Slingerland Prize Awarded to Miss Lillibridge; Prize, Orson George Riley; John Donnelly Second Third Flanagan. Anita Prize, The fourth annual Slingerland prize speaking contest was held in the assembly room of the Rome Free Acad- emy on Friday evening, February 16. Like its predecessors, it attracted an audience that required the placing of chairs to accommodate the number that more than filled the regular seats. For nearly half an hour before the opening of the contest Yordon’s Elite Orchestra with Mrs. M. D. the piano rendered several numbers. Vorce at pleasing Prof. H. W. Harris occupied a seat on the platform, and announced the speakers. The first speaker of the eve- ning was Albert William Orton Jr. His subject was Benedict Arnold, Pat- riot and Hero (Bachman.) The decla- mation is a strong one, detailing the events of 1775 leading up to the battles of Ticonderoga and Saratoga, in both of which Arnold played an important part. But it was at Saratoga, with Arnold leading the last terrific on- slaught, that defeat was turned into victory, and the men cheered him as the victor. The commanding officer, General Gates, sent a message to con- gress and never mentioned Arnold’s name in connection with the great vic- tory. Burgoyne made a final stand at Bemis Hights. While Gates stood there purposeless his men broke and were about to retreat when Arnold, an officer without a command, came to the front on a coal black charger, and calling: ‘‘Men of Quebec, face the other way and follow me,” led the encouraged men to one of the greatest ANNUAL victories ever seen. Arnold was seri- ously wounded there. From this scene the tale went toa very brief allusion of Arnold’s treachery. Mr. Orton told the story in a very pleasing manuer and was loudly applauded. The Union was the subject of the declamation given by Wesley Hochkiss Bronson. It was written by Webster and constitutes his plea for the preser- vation of the union and the restoration of the liberty for which our forefathers had fought and died. It was a strong arraignment of the falsity and impos- sibility of there being such a thing as a peaceable secession of the states from the union. miracle that could not come to pass. It was an im- That was a possibility, said Webster, for a person to sit down and draw up a line of sep- aration that would suit any five men. Mr. Bronson handled the declamation in a deliberate manner and was heart- ily applauded for his effort. Miss Helen Eugenia Sturdevant was the first lady speaker and had as her subject Scoville’s A Boy of Galatia. It told the story of a court day in Ga- latia when the family of a dead cap- tain of the troops, Milo, were haled into court for the non-payment of a debt of a half talent. The court gave them a year to pay the debt. One of the children, a boy of tender years, said he would pay it. He would enter the Olympic games and win the prize. If the debt were not paid the family was to be separated and sold as slaves. A slave, the son of a professional run- ner, volunteered to train the youth. The story told of the race and how it was won, and what honor came to the youth. It was very clearly and dis- tinctly given by Miss Sturdevant, who received hearty applause, Orson George Riley gave Watter- THE SENIOR ANNUAL 25 son's sketch of Abraham Lincoln. In a masterly manner the speaker told of the death of mother, the boy’s struggle for educa- Abraham Lincoln’s tion, tracing his history as given by the writer step by step till Lincoln became a potent and preferred leader. The world has had its soldiers but its inspired men were few. Lincoln was inspired of God. Such men come, do their office, and pass away, but their When a party leader was wanted the acknowl- memories live on forever. edged men of the day were passed by and left behind and the fan- tastic figure of Lincoln was brought forth to become the leader of the na- tion, A years from no epic poem, no drama will be read great thousand now or witnessed with more reverence and respect than the life history of Abra- ham Mr. Riley’s delivery was excellent and his tone convincing. The audience was very enthusiastic. Lincoln. Oscar Peter Stooks gave Howell’s ‘The Man with his Hat in his Hand,” telling the story of the assembling on dress parade of the 29th Regiment, U. S. Volunte rs, at Atlanta, Ga., just prior to their start on a long march, Friends and relatives of the men were there in tears. Beside a tree at some distance away stood an old man. At last the band began to play The Star Spangled Banner and the flag was slowly lowered, for it was eventide. As the soldiers stood at attention the old man reverently uncovered his head and stood in attitude of attention while tears rolled down his cheeks. Too-old to be allowed to enter the ranks he had done the best he could and given his son, whom he had come to see for perhaps the last time. Mr. Stooks received hearty applause at the close of his declamation. After a selection by the orchestra the last half of the program opened, Miss Anita Lillibridge giving Whitta- ker's Laddie. It tells the story of a country boy who has won success as a London physician and also won a beautiful girl as his promised wife. His old mother comes to visit him. unexpectedly His first sensations are feelings of shame and he intimates to her that better go home again. morning his better feelings gain the ascendancy and he determines to keep his mother with him even if he loses social position and bride. But morning finds the old woman gone and 18 months’ finally reveals her in hospital where her son she had 3efore search delirium in a attends. He tells his fiancee and she at once goes with him to see her but the mother passes away after blessing them both. It is a pathetic story and was simply told by Miss Lillibridge, whose natu- ralness du ring the rendition won for her rounds of applause. Miss Eva Malinda Bowman gave The Lost Word (Van Dyke) in very good style. It tells of a Grecian pledging himself to give up calling upon God provided wealth,| pleasure and honor are given him. He secures A beau- tiful son is born and when in a char- iot race the father wins he takes his young son into the chariot while he drives around the arena to receive the applause of the multitude, The horses take fright and a wheel is dashed from the chariot in collision with the stone wall The boy is injured and although the father starts tocall upon the god whom he renounced he finds that he can not. A struggle ensued but final- ly the father is brought to know God. Miss Bowman made the most of her these and a handsome wife. THE SENIOR HISTORY OF 1906-7. Realizing that this year was our final opportunity for impressing pos- terity with wur importance, and being also conscious of the terrific strain to which the walls of the Academy were subjected because of our presence, our class began the school year of 1906-7 with a sense of great responsibility. that no other class ever did and some things that thought of doing. We have done everything no other class ever For example, no other class ever held six class meetings in five days. Such a high standard of intelli- gence and ability has existed in this class, that individual leadership has All questions have been considered and been a matter of great difficulty. ‘‘ re-considered with great care. The impossibility of deciding a question twenty-seven different ways at once ma- hrough the has at times slightly clogged the chinerv of business; but, wise mediation of our beloved presi- settled Our politics have some- South have but this, like the Republic of Athens, merely dent all issues have been har- moniously. what resembled those of a American they republic, so subject been to vicissitudes; illustrates the great ability of the rank file. So intricate business matters that it found necessary to adopt a constitution as a and did become Was basis for further procedure. The production of this elaborate article, consisting of four large vol- umes, bound in ‘‘ calf,” is said to have nights of We actually know cost Owens seventeen thoughtful labor. that Kelley grew grey-headed trying to interpret its technicalities to the class. However, he expounded some great principles from it, such as these, SENIOR ANNUAL ‘ No question shall be re-considered ‘ Not the class shall over eight times.” less than three members of con- stitute a quorum.” ‘' The president shall have power to employ the use of the the class in their seats for the discus- glue to retain female members of sion of business.” But we could do business in a hurry when we So desired, for Cornish has a record of putting through a mo- tion to adjourn and emptying the room 1-5 se onds. We have had functions, in |] our full quota of First, came our Hal- the who were to demolish our pleasure socia lowe’en party, where heroes (?) failed to appear, and, where ‘‘second class passengers got out and worked.” Next came the senior dance, where all so enjoyed themselves that there was universal regret that our class had but After Cor- nish’s favorite song was, ‘‘ We’d Like to Know What to do With the Dough.” In January came the senior one senior year. which sleigh ride, thought to have been the time with the known, which later involved our class best least snow ever in a somewhat spirited conflict with the ‘‘Cannon’s” mouth, Last, but not least, came the jun- ior reception, where we were so well used that there will always be a tender hearts toward that well- meaning, but erring class, even when spot in our our laurels of 07 have long been with- ered. Our finances have, at times, been a problem. Their complicity would Wall street shark to Our treasurer is said to have lost ten pounds of flesh from the men- tal strain succeeding the senior dance, while for a long time after the sleigh ride Bronson was haunted with a hal- have driven a suicide. lucination of $5.50. class spirit has al and all is well. with the market rising Our class contains gre its number are found the Slinger] Miss Flanagan. winners of ing e contest, Riley and Mr. 1 represented R. A. at thei t1¢ speal contest at Syr ing king spring, where he himsel acquitted very creditably. From our number has risen one Owens, who gives great line. He leaves us this spring to expound the the Flanagan bids fair to become a great theological promise in the Gospel to heathen of the north. his Cor- pri- orator and tollow the model, W. nish and Riley by rootsteps of illustrious J. Bryan, virtue of their training think of VLoose nished an excellent example for the vate elo.utional going on the has fur- aire 2 Stage. class by religiously following his great Maxham throughout the year. Stook been a source of their with the and Savage have great worry to us by wildness and desperate flirtations teachers. Our girls are something to be proud of. Five of the honors went to them, and only our mighty Parry, whose tread shakes the earth, saved the boys from honorary oblivion by capturing the valedictory. So close the finish that the honors decided on tenths of per was were one cent. Deserving of special mention is Stella who graduates at the age Coolihan, of 15. Our class is also prominent in athletics. It furnished the regulars on the football team last sea- son, besides the manager, and has given hearty support to both the foot five of 1% govames. � endeavored this year to with credit, and we ives ur conduct and achieve- have been such as to furnish a 7 rious example for classes who when M. E. The geometry class smiled someone compared the triangle B. to triangle P. D. O. ‘‘No one was hurt except one man, who was Anabasis: left wing.” We Ab Orton will be privi eged to set his wheel in the por- wonder if tico of the golden gates. We wonder why Curtis walked to school through the mud this spring while Miss Knapp was driving. It is with narrow-minded people as bottles, with narrow-necked the less they have in them the more noise they 1910. make in pouring out.—Class of When Prof. Harris says ‘ Position,” several freshman have a habit-of feel- ing up and down their backs to ascer- tain the perpendicularity of the spine. that necessary to Tom seeing some Bright form of exercise was restore him to normal dimensions, has purchased a number of tame rabbits on At dusk he may with a a farm near the city. near the rabbit double barrel shot gun firing at them be seen coop as they are liberated by a friend. Of course the cannonade and the lessen- ing number of rabbits (for they never come back after escaping the gun) has frightened those remaining til they are ready to run. Tom is much pleased with this for he holds that it is unsportsmanlike to shoot a tame rabbit which is still at twenty yards. standing SHMAN COMPLIMENTS THE SENIOR ANNUAL R. F. A. Regulations of the Future Graduates must present a total of 120 counts, 30 of which English. Any student wishing to be a mem- ber of the foot ball or base ball teams must have a class standing of 98 per cent. No within must be in allowed to remain the bicycle one-half building. mile of school erereewwers, A maid of grace and complete majesty, See how she leans her cheek upon her hand. Ruth Maxham. Is she kind as she is fair? For beauty lives with kindness. Bessie Corcoran. Golden hair and eyes of blue, What won’t they do, what won't they do? Alberta Edell. You all know Turney, that big tall guy, Who appears to the girls so very shy; He’s of character very jealous, Just on account of Marjorie Ellis. Wesley Bronson, Miss Potter’s friend, Has lots of time but no dough to spend; He had to have his hair cut short, So to look more like a sport. Leo Burton is a little fat duck, Who sits with the seniors just by luck; He still belongs to the junior class, For he failed his English history to pass. Nahum Pratt from near Verona Is not the man from Arizona, : For Nahum dear is a quiet little boy, His mother's pet, his father’s joy. eeererewewes It is rumored that an appropria- tion is contemplated for building a conservatory to hold our new palms. Their great size causes much incon- venience through lack of space. What They Will Probably Become. Owens, a bar keeper. Frank Evans, a prize fighter. Edell, a horse jockey. Oliver, a Methodist minister. Denio, 0. Moose, a boot and shoe dealer. Townsend, a brick layer. eeewesreeewes Says Riley to Miss Elwood, ‘ You cer- tainly are a queen,” And in sé reply says Florence, dear, ‘ You are a perfect dream.’ Then Florence with her charming way says, ‘‘Come here Georgie, dear, And I will tell you a few reasons why me you should not fear.”’ For the sequel apply to Riley in person. 444444444 concealed Frank mind is within this unpolished body. Chapman. Thou A powerful art an orator, and by thy thou movest all—from out thy presence.—Ab How did Geo. Wilson (4 i’s) get in at the Utica game? Why, he climbed the side gate; we saw him. Miss Creble matter with the next Lena McFarland —‘‘ It's eloquence Orton. In German Class. ‘ What’s sentence?” the wrong.” Increasing variables approaching a limit—The standings of Selden, Sweet, J. Hughes and Denio working toward 75 per cent. I would like to have the students of the Rome Free Academy understand that I am an orator, an honor student and a good-looking fellow, that every girl who has had the pleasure of my acquaintance has became stuck on me, but as I am in such demand I give but little time to e ach one, — Gilbert Hughes. THE SENIOR ANNUAL 33 PROF. D. R. CAMPBELL “The Father of Pure Athletics in R. F. President of Athletic Association, PROF. D. R. CAMPBELL Vice President, Harotp Cornisu mecretary, ANITA LILLIBRIDGI Treasurer, Pror. H. W. Harris MANAGERS Foot Ball, Harvey SELDEN. Base Ball, FRANK FRAVER, Track, N. WIison. Hockey, Westey H. Bronson. CAPTAINS, Base Ball, James BEASLEY. Foot Ball. Wittiam P. Sweer. Track, FRANKLIN CHAPMAN. GEORGI HEE THEE EHH ATHLETICS ‘ Whenever there has been a crisis there has been a man to fill the gap.” The crisis in the R. F. A. Athlet- ic Association, which had long been expected, came in the autumn of 1903, and Prof. D. R. Campbell was the man who came forward and shoul- dered the responsibility. Up to this time athletics in the academy had been run by a certain bunch of fellows who had little or no the student they depended for their sup- Men in no way connected with the school were encouraged to play on the teams the in the school were consequently deprived of regard for body upon whom port. and athletes even the privilege of trying out. Poor management also was a fea- ture which discouraged the students, but the direct cause of the crisis was Those who had been loyal supporters of R. F. A. in financial difficulties. her former days of athletic glory had become so thoroughly disgusted with the into which had drifted that they withdrew their support, consequently each department condition her affairs became a source of debt to the associa- tion. Matters continued along those lines until the credit of the association became worthless and debts amount- ing to about $200 were piled up against us. Such were the existing conditions when Prof. Campbell became a mem- the been prominent in athletic circles during ber of faculty. Having both his academic and college courses he easily realized the difficulties under which we were laboring and immedi- ately set about beginning reform. First the system of pure athletics was introduced, providing that each member of every team must be a bona fide student of the academy. Some difficulty was experienced in getting the system into play because the man- agement did not believe that a win- ning team could be formed from the material which the the school provided. But so earnestly had students in 34 TH! Prof. Campbell set about the task that the formed of students, whether they were he determined teams should be winning teams or not. Immediately the student body and the public began to realize that once more the ducted on a proper asso iation was being con- basis. and contrib- uted their support. Each department began to defray all the expense con- nected with it, and has: since contin- ued to do so. But the indifferent so large that the idea of defraying them by means of athletics alone was out of the question, but our reform up to this point had met with so much and encouragement that we our debts contracted by our former management were success were determined to pay off all debts and once more be on a good financial basis. Accordingly we decided to give an entertainment for this purpose and engaged the Roney Boys of Chicago to appear in the assembly hall of the The Board of Ed- ucation also had become so interested academy building. in our proceedings that they donated to us the use of the building for the evening, and we take this opportunity them for the The entertainment was a de- of sincerely thanking same. audience which en- hal| cided success; an tirely filled much pleased with the concert, anda the assembly was nice sum was realized. Later Richard Grant Calthrope, the famous baritone singer of Syra- cuse, appeared in the same place for the same purpose, and again the asso- ciation realized a nice profit. In these ways we succeeded in raising a sum sufficient to pay all the debts under which the association was laboring, and having once more land- SENIOR ANNUAI ed on a firm financial basis so we have since remained. Never before in the history of R. F. A. has the good a financial basis as at the pres- association been on as ent time, and we realize that whatever has been accomplished we owe to the Prof, who may truly be called ‘ The Father of Pure Athletics untiring efforts of Campbell, M the Rome Free Academy. Now, student body, it is up to you to keep up the system which has been trust will do so that in the future the pages inaugurated, and this we you of the history of the Rome Free Acad- emy Athletic Association may be free from stain. FEE HHH tH t+ Anita to Gil: ‘‘Here’s to you my dear, here’s to the other dear that’s not here, my dear. If the other were here my dear, I'd not be drinking A—t B-o-n. Note found in Leo Burton’s Ger- Burton, why dear to you, my dear.” man grammar: don’t you use Mellin’s food. ‘Say, Miss Curtin’s curiosity is too great She once asked what into the for a freshman. happened if you got sent office. Miss Tobin: ‘‘Moose, what is ar- son?” Moc we; with arsenic.” ‘‘Arson is killing a man Locke Bros. please notice: Fresh- men getting 23 in tests are not allowed to attend school festivals with young ladies. Some one said that there were so many people at Summit Park one day that no more could be admitted. We wonder if that was the night Gilbert Hughes and Anita Lillibridge went down. TH E SENIOR LINE-UP Cornish, - - Left End Grimm, Left Tackle Parry, - - - Left Guard Hughes, - - - Center Putnam, Wilson, Raffauf, Right Guard Kelley - - Righ Tackle Moose, Groff, - Right End Sweet, Fox, - Quarter Back Bronson, - Left Half Back Chapman, Capt., - Right Half Back Selden, Hodges, . Full Back Weight Height Age Games Played Position = Cornish 158 lbs. Putnam 145 ‘ Raffauf 156 ‘ Wilson 138 ‘ Hughes 160 Parry 180 Grimm 160 Groff 150 Moose 150 Chapman 149 Selden 145 Bronson 150 Kelley 185 Sweet 119 Fox 128. ° Hodges 143. “ 5 £t. 1% in.. 9 se 8% “ee g oe 6% ee 7 ee 2 5 ‘ 3 f bs 11 a7 9 : 11 2 9 10 10 11 0988s “es ISIS SEI bs Mis bt 3 10% ee 7% ae ae ‘ a 8% se on UU gn tn Ot Ut DD Ur UE Tuer SENIOR ANNUAL 1996 FOOT BALL SCHEDULE 26—C linton Preparatory at Clinton Sept. 29—Camden at Camden, Oct. 3—Little Falls at Rome, Oct. 6—Oneida at Oneida, Oct. 10—Camden at Rome, Oct. 13—Utica at Rome, - Oct. 20—Clinton High at Clinton, Oct. “4—Clinton Preparatory at Rome, Oct. 27—Little Falls at Little Falls, Nov. 10—Clinton High at Rome, Nov. 17—Oneida at Rome, Eleven games played. Ss J Total FOOT BALL Foot ball at R. F. A. is one of its most pleasing and most interesting forms of When school opens in the fall we all look forward to the time when our team is formed and the first game is to be played. Meanwhile the men are training and practicing even in the early fall while the sun is yet bright enough to make the days too warm for such strenuous And by the time the leaves have begun to turn and the air has grown cool and crisp we have a team which has been knocked into shape by hard steady practice, and is ready to athletics. exercise. meet any opponent. The team of 1906 has been a cred- it to the we remember with pleasure those jolly foot ball days when we watched them battle for R. F. A. Whether defeat or victory at- school, and tended their efforts they were always the same, ready and courageous. Their’s is the undying loyal spirit of the school, and they played the game for all there was in it. Here is to the spirit of R, F. A., which dominates all her teams and sends them on to victory. Manager Flanagan has conducted credit and deserves thanks for the interesting pro- his season with our gramme of games which he arranged. Now for a few words concerning the players, all of whom have done their best and fully deserve the men- tion here given. Sweet at quarter back used very good judgment in delivering his sig- nals, showed no partiality when near the opponent's goal line but gave each of the backs a chance. He played like a little tiger and pulled down many a man who had broken through the line. tion. He deserves especial men- Fox, also a quarter back, showed exceedingly good judgment in calcu- lating the weak parts of the enemy, and in the games he played his hand- ling of the signals is to be commend- ed. Parry and Grimm as guards have played the best season since their en- trance to the school. Their persever- ance and steady practice have been a good example. Hughes at center played the steadiest of any on the team, Jack could always be relied upon to pass the ball correctly, and during his THE SENIOR ANNUAL 37 school the center as three playing on team would bea pride to a larger school. years has become such a Cornish is one of the hardest play- ers we have. He is a smasher. Breaking interferences is his specialty and nothing cin stand in his Way. He and Moose at ends have had excep- The new rules doing away with the grind- tionally hard work this season, ing wedges and revolving formations once hurled against the the before. which were end But Moose has line have necessitated use of plays more than ever they have stood it well. been a surprise to us all, and his pret- ty tackling has been a feature in many agame. Groff at end also has played well. Kelley, our big steady tackle is the His “come on, boys,” roared out in a deep full done any- thing else to nerve the fellows. life of any game he plays in. voice has more than Putnam is to be remembered for good hard playing. Wilson played a strong game and shows a promise of still better work. Raffauf did well playing at tackle, also when substituting in other posi- tions on the team. Hodges played a very good game as full back at Clinton. Selden deserves mention. A few words concerning the team for 1907: In former years we have looked ruefully towards the time when those players in the senior class leave school. The loss of good men is al- ways to be regretted, but though we lose such good players as Bronson, Cornish, Parry, Kelley and Fox, yet the prospects for the 1907 team are fine. As far as can be seen these posi- tions will be filled by competent men, ys all old players, and the team is esti- mated to average 150, The team has had some practice this spring which at least shows its Spirit. THE FOOT BALL TEAM Jack Flanagan was a friendly chap, Who came to school and had a snap. He managed the team of nineteen six, And gave the fellows many a pleasant trip. He took the game, us to Camden where we lost But Flany said ‘‘It’s all the same, We'll do the town before we go home,” And that we did ere we came to Rome. Our old friend Bill, that’s Oliver’s son, Was a gay old sport and the fellows’ chum He went to Camden with rest of the boys, And he helped Flany to make the noise. Denio, too, as you all know, Was a member of this comical show. He wore garters colored gray, And everyone thought that he was gay. With Chapman, of menced at once, course, we com- Because he was captain of this bunch. He played left half with lots of steam, Which made him star of all the team. Then came Selden, the full back bold, Who hurdeled the line or plunged thro a hole. . He played three years and learned the game, And deserves a place in the Hall of Fame. Next among the list of names Comes Hughes, who played in twenty- two games. He’s fond of hurdeling all the time, To seize the full back behind the line. 35 THE SENIOR Then came Cornish, the giant end, Whose delight is to posing men. knock down Op- get him mad, He’s a terror when you So use him good for fear of your head, Moose who played the other end Had lots of ginger and lots of sand. He went at it in a business way And made many a brilliant play. the team, Parry, heaviest of the mighty Was big enough to plug a stream. He played left guard without com- plaint, And made us think he was. no saint. The little quarter of course you know Was Billy Sweet, Dot’s little beau. He and Fox shouted the signals so loud That it nearly bewildered the entire crowd. Then came Bronson, the other halt, Who played in a way which men call fast. He’d take the ball around the end Quicker than the opponents could comprehend, One tackle was Grimm, we're proud to Say, Who made it business rather than play. tall physique, He was and lank and of strong And showed his opponent he couldn’t be beat. Next came Putnam, that surly tackle, He would always growl rather than cackle. You culd always find him low on the line, And he made good plays many a time. Kelley, Wilson and Raffauf, the three Were all good subs you'll surely agree. They took part often and played govd ball, So we had a fast team all in all. ANNUAL TRACK NEWS. For a number of years past track athletics have not received very much attention in R. F, A. The manager of this year’s team, handicapped fearing that he would be by lack of interest, did not arrange the trianyular meet which is usually Conse- held at included held with Utica and Oneida. quently the inter-glass meet, Park, May 28, practically all that was doing in the Riverside line of track athletics except the inter- The who scholastic meet at Colgate, meet was won by the seniors scored 41 points against 38 by fresh- man, 20 by sophomores and 4 by the juniors. Bronson, Kelley, Stooks and Par- ry were in the points for the seniors; Chapman scored the most points of the This first time in many years that the sen- any of contestants. is the iors have won the inter-class meet and therefore deserve honorable mention. Chapman entered the inter-scho- lastic meet at Colgate and won honors for himself and for our school by scor- ing third place in the 100 yards dash. This much larger than R. F. A., and hence meet is contested by schools we feel highly honored that our candi- date won a place. tet t tee ttest “Why are you always behind in ‘‘Because if I were not your studies?” behind I could not pursue them,”— George Olney. ‘Say, Dot, did you have a good time at the Junior reception?” Ask A--t B—n. The same old story in the same old way ‘I wish to see in the office at the close of the session, Misses White, Squires, Sherman and Halstead, also Messrs. Bronson, Monte and Oliver.” THE SENIOR ANNUAL BASE BALL 1907 Perhaps never before in the histo- ry of R. F. A. have the management of the base ball team labored under such difficulties, and had it not been for the perseverance of our manager doubtless we would have had no team at all. When practice this spring only two members of last year’s team reported, the left school. The task of working up so much new material is not an easy one was called others had and Capt. Beasley deserves much cred- it for the way in which he has han- dled his men. men have been worked up into fairly By steady practice the good shape, and many show promise of good work in future years. The season was opened by meet- ing Little Falls High School on the The result was a de- team, and we must home grounds. feat for the local frankly admit that all games played since have resulted in the same way. But although our team has not been a winning team there is one thing of which we may be justly proud, name- ly that it is a purely High School team and that none but High School students are in way connected with it. Besides the fact that practically all of the team are new men the man- any agement has been handicapped by the amount of school work which each can- didate is carrying, consequently not sufficient practice has been obtained. Manager Fraver has done all within his power to arrange pleasant trips for his team and has surely succeeded, as each member will testify. For this he deserves much credit. Although laboring under so many and so serious disadvantages the team as a whole have conducted themselves very creditably and surely were enti- tled them. to the support which we gave We earnestly hope that when the days of sunshine in the spring of 1908 tinge the athlete’s blood and the first practice is announced that those un- derclassmen who have had the benefit of this year’s training will report and through the entire season by faithful practice will conduct themselves so that R. F. A. ning team. In this way they will re- flect credit on this year’s team, for it may again have a win- shall be known that it was as mem- bers of the team of 1907 that they re- ceived their introduction into the base ball world. Catcher Beasley, - Pitcher Groff, - Fir-t base Burch, Second base Short stop Third base Left field F raver, Sweet, Van Dyke, - Hughes, - Tedd, - Right field McNamara, - - Center field Substitutes: Grosvenor, Bronson. et What did Miss Creble mean when her First Year German class: ‘‘Decline his good heart ?” Does she intend to be matrimonial advisor for the school ? she said to one of the girls in One student on a cold, rainy day of this month: ‘‘Oh, what is so rare as a day in June ?” Another student ‘ They certainly aren’t well done.” After the Inter-class meet: ‘‘How the meet (meat) ? ‘‘Oh, rather tough on the Juniors, and rare for the Sophs. was He meant well, tried little and failed much.—Frank Chapman. THE SENIOR ANNUAL 41 JUNIOR HISTORY CLASS OFFICERS President, ALBERT W. Orton, Jr. Vice-President, HELEN E. SrurpEvanr. Secretary, SAMUE! Treasurer, MARJORIE J. Grosvenor. B. Exuis. Long, long ago in the dim forgot- ten past we, the class of 1908, entered the portals of the Rome Free Academy for the first time. With much pa- tience, toil and perseverance, combin- ed with instru. tive lectures on concen- tration Mr. Harris, we slowly yet surely ascended the prover- bial ladder of distinction. Miss Sturdevant, our worthy vice- president, started off two rounds ata time, and for the first two years left every one else yazing worshipfully at her lofty position. But then, alas! delivered by one day Mr. Fitzsimmons came along, and Miss Sturdevant, chancing to look down, saw this fickle youth and imme- diately fell to earth. Since then, we regret to say, she has never quite re- gained her former footing. Another girl in our illustrious class has given up study for boys to such an extent that her favorite motto is, ‘‘ World without men, for mine,” We really do not like to cor- rect Miss Waldo with this matter but stern necessity demands it. With the exception of these two wayward young ladies our class has progressed without notable incident to its junior year. To be sure Miss Eth- ridge has caused a little excitement by her scraps with ‘ Billy,” and her avowals never to ‘‘make up” with him but still she is a Sweet girl and as great a favorite with the teachers as ever. She has also created some disturb- ance in our class meetings, the first of which was called March 13 when we elected our officers. At the second not meeting, called to make the prelimin- ary arrangements for the junior recep- tion, Miss Howland, Miss Ethridge and ‘‘Gil” Hughes entertained us by a long and heated discussion. At this meeting we first perceived ‘‘ Gil’s” likeness, both in his ideas and speech, to our worthy dominie, ‘‘Doctor Dip- py.” ‘ Gil’s” strong ideas had a great influence on weak minds and helped very materially to make the re- ception the splendid success that it was—thanks be to ‘‘Gil.” our A special evidence of the superior- ity of our brilliant class is shown by the fact that we were the very first to have programs at a dance in Seegar’s academy. One of the most attractive fea- tures of the party was the door-keep- er, Mr. Leo R. Burton. To celebrate the occasion he had left his go-cart and little Dollie at home with ‘‘ma- ma.” We really wish that some one would tell Leo that Teddy bears are more fashionable than dollies. That is what Mr. Hodges thinks, anyway. The latter worthy ladies’ man might have brought his along to enliven the solemn occasion had he not gone to Whitesboro on his bicycle to save twenty cents in car fare. Speaking of dances we as a class, wish to extend to Miss Case our heart- iest congratulations on having secured the first invitation of five to the dance given by the ushers of Zion Episcopal church. Miss Graves, we believe, was offered the chance to play second fid- dle, but she also retused, strange to relate. Among other celebrate | members of our class is that sporty young man, “Sammy” Grosvenor. With his loud red neckties and green socks he pro- 42 THE SENIOR ANNUAL duces a great sensation and a tremen- dous noise in the world, Inza Marriott, the ambling ques- tion mark, is of course very curious to know what is to be said about herself, but the answer must come from the red hair. d gentleman of her choice. It is to be regretted that there are not more historical facts to be record- ed, but it is not to be wondered at as the class is for the time being de- prived of its members who are agricul- turally inclined. These include Messrs. McCurn and Edell who are planting the crops at present. Our class has yreat things in store, to be brought forth in our next, our senior year, and when some of our more retiring classmates become less backward about coming forward we shall be considered by all the best class that has ever graced the Rome Free Academy. ereresererss SOME SENIOR ATTRIBUTES Frida Hofstetter—wild. F orence Hughes—sentimental. Eva Bowman—proud. Henrietta Foot—dignified. Vina Scripture—bashful. Pauline Hook—lazy. Ada Furgeson—lovable. Maud Selden—gushing. Winnie Welden—man hater. Edna Shaw—spooney. Ella White—sweet. Gwen. Edwards—passive. Antoinette Halstead—humble. Ruth Maxham—melancholy. Stella Coolihan—fiirty. Katherine Keating—aggressive. Anita Lillibridge.—prosaic. Pt tt tt In English history. Miss Tobin: ‘‘What happened?” Harriett Harger: “Why the English beat the Dutch.” THE JUNIOR RECEPTION About April 1 the juniors com- menced to have a series of class meet- ings and immediately the whisper, ‘ Junior reception” began to float around the school, and from that time forth until the gala night ‘‘Junior re- ception” or ‘‘prom” was the subject of conversation. The freshmen and wore their brightest smiles and acted as dignified as it is possible for such youngsters in hopes that they too might get a bid. Vain hopes in most cases. ‘‘Children wait a little longer, until the little feet are stronger.” Immediately the juniors and sen- iors began to search all the first class shops for a ‘‘man” or a ‘‘girl” as the case might be. It is to be feared that some who are naturally slow had to take up with second hand goods, but on the whole all were well supplied. At length on Friday, May 17, we assembled at Seegar’s to enjoy the good time prepared for us. Promptly at nine o’clock the orchestra began playing, and with the exception of a slight intermission contiuued until three. In an adjoining room of the Stanwix, which was decorated with handsome banners, games were pro- vided for those who did not wish to dance, and punch was served in one corner. Two novel features of the evening were the programs and spectators in the gallery. The former were handed out at nine o’clock, and the latter came about that time and most of them stayed all the evening. About three o'clock the last of the dancers, tired but happy, departed, all feeling that they had the time of their life, and for days afterward regrets were heard that we could not have an- other junior reception this year. sophomores THE SENIOR ANNUAL 43 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1909, R. F. A. President, A. C. RAFFAUF. Vice-President, PAvLINE Mowry. Secretary, ELron Townsenp. Treasurer, Lots THALMAN. We, the 1909, are the largest class that ever entered the por- tals of the Rome Free Academy, and on that account we as been very fortunate. On the morning of September 14, 1905, male students of marched into the building 50 strong with a firm determination to be the first class to escape the usual ducking class of a class have the the class given by the up,er classmen, and in that determination we were successful. For two days we stuck together like mucilage. Then a few became bolder and strayed from the flock. They were immediately pounced upon by the Sophs and given a bath in a wash- tub, and had not Mr. Harris made his appearance upon the scene something worse might have befell them. Those members have never strayed from the fold since, but on the contrary have been loyal classmates, We were sorry to lose two of our most popular members, Huntington Ethridge, who is pursuing his studies at Lawrenceville Preparatory School, Lawrenceville N, J., and Clarence Day, who is attending St. John’s Mil- itary Academy, Manlius, N. Y. The latter, forsome peculiar reason, man- ages to spend a few days each month with his classmates in Rome. In athletics we were more than successful, the following members having already earned their “‘R”: Ethridge, Day, Hughes, Sweet, Raffauf, Putnam, Selden, Chapman in football; Burch, Tedd, Sweet, Hughes in base ball; Selden, Chapman, Eth- ridge in track. In our freshman year we also won the inter-class meet, scor- ing 69 points, the largest number ever secured by the ‘‘freshies.” We have no idea of the future of our classmates but we do know that Burch, Lynch, Selden, Ely, Denio, Sweet and Raffauf will become mathematicians, judging from their success in Algebra. And also that the Misses Mowry, Thalman, Sellick, Hopkins, Burney, McLaugh- lin, Potter and numerous others will become dazzling society bells. We are also proud to say that we are the only class that has an orches- tra. It is called the R. F. A. Orches- tra, and is managed by Harry Hitch- cock, who is an artist on the mando- lin. I could mention numerous other details in which th. class of 1909 ex- cels and always will excel the other classes, but as my space in this book is limited I am obliged to lay aside my pen with a firm hope that all my class- mates will return again next Septem- ber as juniors of the Rome Free Acad- emy. rererewewenes Mr. Harris explaning a salute to the flag: ‘‘Now don’t bring your hands , to the nose.” Miss Seeley, in Comus: ‘‘What are ambrosial weeds”? H. Cornish: ‘‘Some kind the Gods used for food.” Mr. Campbell, in Physics, to Frank Evans: ‘“‘Frank, child, be quiet! you’re enough to incite one to wrath.” Mr. Harris, when applauded for solo rendition of Star Spangled Banner: ‘‘There is no occasion for this at all.” Miss Seeley, commenting on the use of slang in dissertations; ‘‘When you find such expressions in your dis- sertation, you had better cut them right out.” Tur SENIOR ANNUAL 1907's HALLOWE'EN PARTY After innumerable protracted class meetings the seniors decided to accept Nahum Pratt’s invitation to spend Hallowe’en in his father’s barn near Verona. The usual preparations were made and many stories circulated in regard to the place of revelry selected. The class met at the home of one of its members, and accompanied by the R. F. A. Orchestra started on its way without a single pursuer. Oh, yes, there two or three small were boys who wished to kidnap the president, but they became exhausted atter run- ning and yelling for nearly a mile. The journey was somewhat long- er in both time and space than one would expect. This was due to the orders given the driver by Miss Bron- son and Mr. Owens. Each of these persons had a firm belief in which was the only way to go, and at every cor- ner it became necessary to halt until one or the other gave in and the driver convinced that the road chosen was the best This became rather monotonous after a time, and several people, on the plea of being cramped, was dismounted and walked a few miles. A number of these pedestrians knew nothing of Mr. Pratt’s premises, ex- cept that somewhere there was a wind- mill. Anything that was a windmill that Someone would exclaim, “There, what’s that? Isn’t that a windmill? I believe it is. Let’s hur- ry and get there before the rest do.” And on they would run, not heeding the frozen ground and muddy cross- roads, until they reached their ‘‘wind- mill.” Once it was a church steeple that drew their attention, again a tall tree with no foliage, and many times mills everywhere. was indistinct night. Consequently they saw wind- simply a telephone or telegraph pole with several cross-bars. The would then be slackened, until some other object rose and attracted them. At last, both walkers and riders barn and found their young host and Wesley pace however, arrived at the Bronson, with a few others, awaiting them. Mrs. Pratt opened her house to the teachers who acted as chaper- ones, and to the girls, making it very pleasant for all. When thoroughly warmed they joined the boys in the barn, where supper was the first item of importance. And supper certainly did seem im- portant to all there. It was served by a committee of the girls, assisted by Mrs. Pratt. As_ there not enough improvised benches for all the were young people, several of the boys and girls, including two members of the faculty, camped down on the floor. Arthur Kelley, with his usual chival- rous manner, ‘‘gave up his seat to a lady” and mounted a bicycle standing against the wall. With a wooden plate on the handle-bars he managed to down his supper capitally. After supper they sang(?), danced and played games. Then there were the usual and others suitable for the occasion. (Mr. Camp- bell was there with a new supply.) At an early hour all tumbled into the big wagon and started for Rome. Such a drive! A perfect November morning, with frosty air and bright moonlight left nothing to be desired by this party of young people, all ap- parently content with the world at large. ghost stories oeeeetereees We want to know why Orton does not get farther with his German, also why Burton reizt den (or rather die) Wurtrich in the fifth period. Tuer SENIOR ANNUAL 45 BOYS’ PROPHESY My sure cure for headache has al- ways been a long walk. would have cooled not been for the which took place, My last one ardor had it incident my exciting It was one of those close cloudy days when everyone is cross or has a headache, I determined to calm my troubled spirit by going in search of After wandering along for some time I felt a sprinkle and then another. I want- a more vigorous atmosphere. ed to be classed with those learned ones who know enough to go in when it rains soI looked about for a place of Shelter. Just then my eye fell upona great tree near a hill. When I reached this I discovered a large opening in the side of the hill, and entering, I found myself in a large cave. The floor was beaten down as if man or animal had sought shelter here before. At first I kept near the entrance but as it rained harder and harder, I was forced to retreat farther and far- ther into the I seated myself on a large stone and looked about me. Nothing particularly i nteresting ap- peared. The roof overhead was green with moss, behind me a faint light; in one corner was a pile of leaves with a stone on top. Indeed it was a gloomy, wierd place to sit alone with ones fancies. Diligently I watched the entrance hoping the storm would cease. Impatiently my eyes wandered again around the cave. How strange that those leaves should be piled so care- fully! I crossed the cave to examine them. They were large withered leaves with distinct veinings. But what arethose white marks? Actual writing. I was quite excited at my discov- ery and in my hurry to the door I cave, dropped them all. The wind blew them far and that I had to hurry around and pick themup. One blew way out into the rain and an- other far into the gloomy darkness. Once more I seat myself, this time re- gardless of my surrounding, my at- tention on the leaves. Suddenly my mind went back to the old Roman What could these be but the Sybline books? Like the ancient oracles foretold the future of Rome but this time of the imperial city on the Mohawk. And those names! Behold! they were those of of my cassmates. What more import- ant part of the history of Rome could the writer have chosen than the fu- ture of the Class of 1907 of the Rome Free Academy. near so legends. these The next thing was to get those Ihad to work some the leaves seemed in their leaves in order. time before places. Harold Cornish will become a learned He unfortunately loses one of his best clients. While calling at his home, certain savory odors reach olfactory merves. Driven by his uncontrolable appetite, he rushes to the kitchen where he is met by the strong armed cook. Shame- faced he is led back before his client. This incident alone will mar the other- wise successful career of our president, for he will climb step by step until he will become Chief Justice of the Su- preme Court of the United States. lawyer, his Wesley Bronson will become the manager of a large government farm. One serious accident will somewhat hinder his work. While wandering over his farm, he has occasion to use his hands. To his great dismay, he finds he is unable to take them from his pockets. None of the efforts of 46 Tuer SENIOR ANNUAL the most famous physicians are of any avail and he will be obliged to choose between always carrying his hands in his pockets or having them ampu- tated. Mr. Kelley will become the presi- dent of the Talking Machine Corpor- ation which will absolutely control the talking industry of the world. He will win a multi-millionheiress wife, who will be obliged to listen to his endless arguments without the re- lief of a five minute bell to interrupt him. for a Oscar Stooks, after some years of study, will accept a position as bass soloist in the Theatorium. It may be added, he first acquired this ability of singing as he kept time turning the crank in the laboratory. I was not surprised to learn that Earl Moose will go into partnership in the shoe business at 152 West Dom- inick street. Mr. Flanagan will expend his or- atorical talent selling patent medicine. Standing under the glaring light of the street corner lamp he will easily persuade the crowds that his medicine is a sure cure for anything froma cut finger to an overworked ambition. He is a walking exhibit of the effective- ness of a cure from the latter. Mr. Savage will become head in- structor in writing at a large business college. I suppose following his own custom he will teach his pupils to write well enough so that it can be read at least by themselves. George Riley will be elected sen- ator. He will become so famous by his prize speech on ‘‘How to save a thousand dollars in the building of the Panama Canal,” that he will be elected president of the United States. Mr. Owens, after planning to be- come an insurance agent, then a law- yer and lastly a minister will be so in- fluenced by a study of the life of Dewey that he will become a pirate. You may say it was only a dream but the leaves did not vanish and the cave unchanged except for the sunbeams dancing in the door in place of the rain of an hour before. ttt tt ete GIRLS’ PROPHESY. and so it seems it must have been remained After graduating from R. F. A. I went west to seek my future. After wandering about several years, having accumulated a fortune of 27 cents, I took a private ona through freight from Chicago, and in time landed once more at my native town of Rome. When I picked myself up and gazed about me I was amazed at the colossal proportions the old town had assumed. So I thought I would slip down and talk a few minutes with my old friend Murphy, the liveryman, while I got my bearings and regained my composure. Judge my surprise to find Murphy gone and the business conducted by my old schoolmate, Ab Orton. Ab seemed glad to see me, took me inside and provided refreshments. As we fell into conversation the topic finally turned on our old academy days, and my mind then reverted to that group of angelic creatures that once constituted the feminine portion of my class, so I said, ‘“Ab, what be- came of the girls in the class of 07?” Then Ab, naturally a loquacious fel- low, gave mea voluble account of which the following is the substance: Ada Furguson had become a prominent lecturer on woman suffrage, and had once run for mayor of the city on an independent ticket. car Tur SENIOR ANNUAL 47 Ruth Maxham was a bachelor girl and lived alone in a fine house with a parrot, seventeen cats and one tame Moose, Henrietta man preacher and temperance lectur- er, and was hundreds of young men from the vice of drinking soda water. Christine Bronson the president of the class of 07 and wrote articles for the North American Re- view on ‘How to Make Men Humble and Obedient.” Anita Lillibridge had won great fame by writing a history of pugilism, based on her study of English history. The special merit of th work was an elaborate biography of the great Fitz- simmons. Eva Bowman became a trained nurse and surgeon. Made a specialty of operations on the heart, though several of them had resulted in fatali- ties. Winnie Welden was conducting a matrimonial agency with great suc- cess, assisted by Gil Hughes as gene- ral manager. Maud Selden, after the marriage of our president, had taken the veil and entered a convent, where in retire- ment she had written a history of the United States in verse. Pauline Hook and Frida Hofstetter after graduating had been stricken with the theatrical fever, and had left home to go on the stage. They were then starring the country with great success as vaudeville artists. Edna Shaw had established a school of culinary and domestic sci- ence, making a specialty of molasses cookies and orderly housekeeping. She was strongly recommended by Prof. Harris. Foot had become a wo- reforming married Vina Scripture married a Metho- minister, ‘ecame a great evan- gelical worker and every Sunday taught a class of 100 boys. Stella Coolihan the infant prodi- gy of our class, was preceptress of St. Peter's Academy and had won wide renown as an educator. Ella Write had be ome a great She made dist actress and tragedy queen. a specialty of producing the plays written by Gerard Edell, Antoinette Halstead and Gwen. Edwards conducted a female seminary where young ladies were trained for society, with special instruction in mathematics. Florence Hughes had married a farmer from Westernville where they raised 500 bushels of buckwheat annu- ally. Florence was winning literary fame by writing novels with a rustic setting. Thus ended Ab’s tale. As he concluded I felt a great sense of pride and satisfaction come over me that I had been a member of a class whose girls had achieved by their genius such a diversity of fame and fortune. ett te et Riley and Ruth Ellis play Cinder- illa in the portico. He furnishes many paving stones for the devil.—Harold Cornish. Fry(e) the second person singu- Miss Creble teaches cooking. A Vision of Judgment. What those had who skipped to go with the botany class. Hughes nish’s rhetorical mark. lar. (Gil) marvels at Cor- “Why, look at what I did, and I only got 90.” A chance to make a lot of money —To buy Gil Hughes for what he knows and sell him for what he thinks he knows. 48 THE SENIOR ANNUAL CLASS POEM. Have you heard of our wonderful class '07 That for knowledge has earnestly striven? wisdom and In high school we studied at such a rate, That all of a sudden we were—ah! But wait, I'll tell you what happened preceeding that date. Surprising the teachers with wisdom deep, Which we had obtained while they were asleep, But all our misdeeds to ourselves we will keep. In nineteen hundred and naughty three, Our famous classmate, Jonn Parry, Two aims conceived, as all could see. First, he would be a lady's man, Next, he'd be valedictorian. That was the year we settled down, With hopes of honor and renown We studied early and we studied late, For we wished for ourselves a name to make. A solemn and awestruck company, So frightened out of our wits were we, As we the dreaded schoolroom entered. Upon us every eye was centered, The boys sly glances were all of them cast At Anita Lillibridge, and e’en to the last She caught these glances and stowed them away, But whom she now favors, can any one say? When nineteen hundred and four came ‘round, Still at our tasks we always were found. The next two years passed swiftly by, And graduation was drawing nigh, “Concentration of mind,’’ we've daily been taught Until Harold, this lesson well learned, has brought To the study of Scripture his entire thought. Each one has left his mark behind As I’m sure, those succeeding us will find. All will remember Henrietta’s chatter Which never stops unless something dreadful’s the matter, And from Edna Shaw's desk we can plainly see That she will never a good housekeeper be. But we can truthfully say, that Pauline Hook Will make for some man an excellent cook. Frieda Hofstetter as a giggler can surely surpass All the famous gigglers of this famous class. Ada, Stella and Katherine are such. talkers, you know, That no word of ours in edgewise can go. Mr. Kelley, our debater, will win much fame, As, in former debates he has made quite a name. Florence and Oscar are becoming fast friends, And do you suppose that we'll be where it ends? In question of color Winifred doth choose One in particular of many bright hues (Hughes), George Riley, our orator, just now appears, And by his eloquence oft moves us to tears. Antoinette and Gwen are great chums we know, Wherever one goes the other must go. A lover of flowers Eva Bownam must be, For her love for the greenhouse, we can all see. Our editor-in-chief has a hard tash to bear, And so John Flanagan full honor must share. Moose and a Savage we once could claim, But now they are savage only in name. In business our Wesley's not firm as the rocks, Now he’s a ‘‘Potter,’’ before he made ‘‘Locks.”’ Christine. too, possesses the family trait, Aud casts first oue way, then another, her bait, Ella White has been our prima donna long, And has always charmed us with the sweetest of song. The hill of knowledge we have scaled, And from its summit we have hailed ‘ Well done,’’ Our brightest star, Miss Maud Selden, Our class will ever upward press, One of our classmates with Till we reach the goal, and nothing less. In everything when comes the test, Many drop out, leaving only the best, Thus it was with our wonderful class, Eighty-six started, but now alas! Twenty-seven remain the burdens to bear, Twenty-seven only the honors to share. The end and the beginning has come at last, The good times, the hard times of school life are past. As we look to the future we are sorely perplexed, To know where pleasures and trials may come next. We gaze with sober thought, And yet with gladness, and a thrill Of joy, and hope that we may fill Life’s round of duty and of love So that it brings us safe above To share the glorious life to be With classmates through eternity. This maxim on you all should be impressed That every one shall try to do his level best. Pett ttt te Why is Edell not afraid of losing his sister? Because she has a Bell at- tached to her. If anybody can tell us any more news about Sammy Grosvenor the ‘ fusser” kindly let us know. THE PRIZE WINNING D. A. R. ESSAY “Captain John Smith,'’ Written by Genneiva Abbott John Smith was born at Willough- by, Londonshire, England, in January, one thousand five hundred and seven- ty-nine. During his early life, could have acquired a good education at the free schools in England which existed at this period, he was of so daring and adventurous a nature that he cared but little for Study, and hav- ing determined to become a sailor had even sold his school books and satchel to obtain the means to carry out his purpose. He already had had the misfor- his mother, and at this tune to lose time his father died suddenly, which intention. He was then placed in charge of guar- temporarily delayed his dians, who proved however to be false to their trust and they excited him to follow his own wishes with the hope of profiting by his running away. If he should do this they would obtain the little property which his father left him, and this would w ithout a cent or anything except just what he had him. He however, apprenticed to a merchant, leave him with was, but as was anticipated ran away when He visited France and the low countries, traveling for a part he was fifteen. of the time as a servant to the young sons of a nobleman who were making a tour of the continent. this party, and on his departure he re- ceived a sum of money. At this time in the throes of war which at length ended in the assassination of Henry the fourth. Young Smith enlisted as a soldier and fought on the side of the Protestants. He soon left F 2 of = TA Tance was SENIOR ANNUAI 49 When this war was ended he joined some English troops who were assist- ing the armies of Philip the second who were fight- Netherlands. This for four years, after which he became and the Duke of Alva, ing in the lasted restless and took ship for Scotland. A series of extraordinary adventures which occurred to him at different pe- riods during his life began with this which he voyage. The vessel in sailed was wrecked, but he was in some remarkable way saved. After passing some time in Scot- Smith town, but only to remain there for a land returned to his native brief old period. assoviation with and first pleased and charmed him, at length new friends, which at began to pale upon his taste and he determined to retire altogether trom He be- came a hermit, living in a hut in the the bustling world of people. dense forests where he read ‘Marcus Aurelius” velli’s ‘‘Art of War.” a wild and erratic life which he lead, proba- exclusion of and Machia- It was bly derived from his acquaintance with his old legends of ‘‘Robin Hood” and others similar to it. He is said to have had a horse and a and occupied himself in imitation of what servant he had heard of the tourney by riding about on his horse or tilting with his lance at whatever came in his way. He was something of a poacher and lived venison and upon other game which certainly did not belong to him. Smith was about nineteen years old when he gaye up his hermitage and started out into the world to make his fortune. He went to Holland where he fell among thieves and lost all of later he found himself again in France wan- dering about and living as he could. his belongings, and 50 THE SENIOR ANNUAL In Brittany he came across one of the men who had robbed him and a fierce encountr resulted, in which Smith was the victor, leaving his adversary half dead to be taken care of by the peasantry. Smith at length reached Mar- seilles, from which port he sailed for Italy. During his voyage a storm arose, and all the passengers except Smith being Roman Catholics, the el- emental disturbance was. laid to his eharge as though he had been another Jonah, and he was at length cast into the sea. Fortunately he was a good swimmer and succeeded in reaching the island of Saint Mary’s, from which he was taken off the next day by a French vessel which had put in for a harbor during a storm. The captain of this ship turned out to be a pirate who was on his way to Alexan- dria, at which port he discharged his cargo and then cruised about the Med- iterranean seeking his prey. Aftera bloody fight which lasted two hours they captured a Venetian merchant- man heavily laden with a cargo of silks, velvets, gold, spices and wines. Smith received his share of the spoils, to one thousand se- nearly which amounted quins, which would be five thousand dollars in modern money. Smith, not wishing to continue in the piratical business, which did not approve itself either to his conscience or taste, requested to be set ashore, and this request the captain: willingly granted when he arrived at a port on Pudmont. John Smith next visited Venice and ‘traveled through Italy in one thousand six hundred and one, Be- cause of a great desire to fight the Turks he joined the Austrian army and behaved himself with so much bravery and daring that he was soon put in command of a company of two hundred and fifty cavalry. His ser- vices to the Austrians seemed to be without limit. He graphic s stem of communication and invented a bomb, which on being filled with some c-mbination of chemicals and thrown, exploded, not only creat- ing great consternation but wounding and killing many of the enemy. devised a _ tele- But all his ingenuity did not pre- vent Smith from being taken prisoner by the Turks and narrowly escaping with his life. but succeeded in killing his master and escaping into Russia. He now returned to England after having a number of curious and exciting adven- tures, and found on his arrival that a deep interest had become prevalent in regard to the settlement of North America. The dazzling stories told by Cortez in Mexico and of Pizarro in Peru, with the account given in such parts of Florida and the shores of the He was held asa slave Mississippi as had been visited, had awakened an intense desire among the Englishmen of an adventurous char- acter to cross the ocean themselves seek their fortunes in new and strange lands. and to these Already Frobisher was exploring Labrador, Raleigh had the southern shore which he named Virginia, after the virgin queen, so Smith after a long delay succeeded in forming a company, capitalizing it, and obtain- ing for ita patent or land grant, and with an expedition comprising one hundred and five men and three small vessels, he set sail December nine- teenth, one thousand six hundred and six. During the voyage Smith, owing to his excitable disposition and deter- the coast of successfully reached THE SENIOR ANNUAL 51 mination to command, got into trouble with others of the party and was put condition he re- in irons, in which mained thirteen weeks. They stopped at the West India islands for sailed not about to re- and then grew disheatened at water north, but reaching land and were turn to England when a terrible storm the little fleet straight into Chesapeake Bay. They landed at known as Jamestown, drove what is now April twenty-six, one thousand six hundred and seven, and proceeded to Smith imme- diately began explorations to discover establish their colony. the source of the James river, and by his kind treatment of the Indians in- sinuated himself into their good grac- es, making a league of friendship with the He soon acquired the Powhatan and others of great real leadership of the colony through his chiefs. shrewdness and wise foresight. He was respected and feared by the Indi- ans and protected the colony from their depredations by his kind treat- ment when they were provoked beyond en- and strong personality, even durance by the inhumanity of the set- He fortified Jamestown and ex- plored Chickahominy river and cured a supply of provisions by trad- tlers. pro- one time, ow- ing to hostilities brought about by the settlers, they would have starved to death but for the exertions of Smith, who ing with Indians. At alone was able to procure the Indians. While on sion of this kind he was captured by corn from a mis- the natives and carried before Powhat- an the chief, who, angered by the con- stant agyressions of the settlers, or- dered him to be put todeath. As he was about to be dispatched with war clubs his life, according to the well- known story, was saved by the inter- vention of Pocahontas, the chief's fa- Smith lusion to the story of his rescue until vorite daughter. made no al- Pocahontis’ arrival in England as the wife of John Rolfe, when he wrote an account of it in a letter to Anne. He back to town, where he found the colony was Queen was sent James- reduced to forty men, who were so dis- that sreparing to return to England, but pre} g heartened many of them were after a good deal of entreaty with th¢ other leaders he succeeded in prevent- ing the abandonment of the planta- tion. During the next year Smith sailed about three thousand miles and explored the whole country from Cape Henry to the Susquehanna river, and drew a map of the bay and rivers. In one thousand six hundred and eight he became president of the coun- cil and by enforcing strict discipline greatly improved the ambition of the colony. 3ut the settlers were more bent upon than in founding a colony and thev conspired gaininy riches to depose Smith. They sent evil re- ports to England Lord Delaware was made governor under a new char- ter, and three men, Captain Newport, Sir Sir Somers were given power to rule the Thomas Gates and George colony until his arrival. But in spite of this Smith remained in authority and used it to preserve the .olony. In one thousand six hundred and nine he was so injure d by an explosion of gun- powder that he was obliged to return to England for proper medical treat- ment. long time his life was despaired of, and it was evident that it might take years for his health to be fully restored. For five years he spent his time in studying and read- ing, trying to make up for the time he had lost in his boyhood. Here for a THE Years later Captain Smith again sailed for America and had some ad- ventures with Indians. Afterwards he published a number of volumes de- scribing the voyages w hich had been made to America and relating the his- tory of Jamestown settlement which was published under the title of the ‘True Adventures and Ob- servations of Captain John Smith in Africa America hundred and Travels, Europe, Asia, and from one ninety-three to one thousand six hun- dred With was a continuation of his general his- This adventure, came to a thousand five and twenty-nine.” these tory. life, so full of enterprise June and close twenty-first, one thousand six hundred and thirty-one. ‘Practically no one Miss Seely, sits in the back seats.” Does ‘ Dee ” And if so, does he belong to the girls’ study Elocution? class Thursday afternoon? ‘ He was afraid of losing his better half.” Eva Bownan in English III: What were you thinking of, Eva? Cornish is interested in architec- ture. It is said that one rainy Sunday recently he walked six miles to see a Shedd. We understand that George Riley been taking elocution lessons in street school during his va- he¢ rt cant periods. Have you seen Chapman’s new russet shoes? They say one rainy Sunday he changed his shoes five times to avoid getting them soiled. In English class: ‘‘Johnson was both great and large. He was not a small man. He was sometimes a bear and sometimes a monkey, but always a bear.” SENIOR ANNUAL Jimmy Fitzsimmons, with heart torn in ribbons, Did follow his love like a goose, Till his cousin said ‘‘Jimmy, You're getting quite skinny ; I think you had better vamoose.” (4 horus: Tag me around again, Jimmy; Around, around, around. Tis plain you are looney, You're awfully spoony, O, why don’t you creep on the ground? Big Harvey Selden, who loved Minnie Welden, And made love to Helen beside, With nerve suicidal Did court Jimmy’s idol, But she turned the cold shoulder and cried, Chorus. A ‘sporty ” bachelor—Sam Gros- venor. A bashful society man—Clarence Williams. The ‘‘ Deutche Twins’ and Erhardt. Raffaut I want someone to love me— Florence Sellick. Have you met Kelley’s bride-to-be? She is from Oriskany Falls. Gerard Edells greatest pleasure is to walk to school with Anita. The American History class was noted for its one day memory. my mistake. She is ten Cletus Raffauf. I see years too old for me ‘All neighborly calls and visits are to be made during intermission”— H.W. Bs: A grind isa fixture of a school. The Rome Free Academy has very few fixtures. Tuer SENIOR ANNUAL 53 PRIZE WINNING D. A. R. ORATION “Old Glory,’’ Written by Spencer B. Owens Whenever, in the history of the human race, a people have come to- gether and embraced in common cer- tain principles, they have always felt the need of a symbol to express to the them somewhat of the world around principles underlying their union, and the almost uncontrollable emotions ex- perienced when this union is brought to mind. It matters little whether we think of the pagan of two thousand years ago, as he heroically follows tae lead of the aquila through the midst of a terrible conflict, or whether we consid- er the many deeds of valor enacted up- on the battle fields of our own United States in defense of the Stars Stripes. Whether savage or civilized, whether pagan or Christian, whether Briton or American, at the sight of the national the burns in the breast, the blood rushes through the veins at the same tingling rate, the thoughts rise to the same high level. and emblem same fire and There is probably nothing so deeply planted in the human heart as The In- forest of love for home and kindred. dian in the wild, tangled primitive America; the Arab on the burning sands of the trackless desert; the bare-foot patriot in the snows of Valley Forge; all have the same great object them, the preservation and propagation of their various branches of the human race. They know that this can be accom- plivhed only through the protection of the home and loved ones; and there- fore we find them braving every dan- ger that their firesides may remain before protection, unclouded by even the shadow of for- eign despotism. . The national flag, then, of any should more than merely the valorous acts of the past. it should be the emblem of the home, of the fires of kindred love, of princi- country express ples so priceless and so noble as to be too valuable to be lost to sight and thought. Ant the great banner! American nation has such a At the sight of Old Glory unfurled to the breeze a thrill passes through the frame of ev- And why should- fairer land? ery true American. n't it? Where can we land. a find a freer land, a nobler With a whole continent upon which to build its empire there is little fear for its future; founded upon the rock of political equality, its structure must remain unshaken; with its underlying principle of purity there can be little the course of action. doubt as to spotlessness of its But yet we find some impurity. Vice has been the cause of the down- fall of nations as well as of individu- Ancient Rome fell through its corruption. Modern Spain is at the low level that she is today because of Since it be greater als, her past of unblushing vice. is true that no nation can than the people composing it, virtue cannot then be expected from a nation whose people do not know the mean- the term. Private impurity means public corruption. But, on the other hand, virtue practiced by the in- dividual is a sure sign that the nation will be pure. It is, therefore, neces- sary that this thought of purity, of virtue, of civic righteousness be con- stantly kept before the people. ing of This is accomplished in our flag. The white in our banner speaks for it- 54 Tue SENIOR ANNUAL self without associating with it a complete absen e of whiteness. One can hardly think of purity color, an unblemished When Old there is, therefore, brought to Glory is seen mind the need, not only uf individual virtue, The white has a purpose in our flay, and but of political virtue as well. that is to constantly remind the be- holder that the honor of rests upon him individually, and that his country his relation to his fellows will be de- termined by his own private life. But virtue cannot be expected of an ignorant people. Ignorance and The life largely determined by his education and intelligence, vice go hand in hand. amount of purity in a man’s will be Thoroly edu ate a people and a large part of the attend- And ,this is The purity of education ant vice will disappear. especially true of civic vice. broadness of mind and purpose which comes with will scorn and shun those forms of civic impurity which are so common. It is seldom that a political boss can be found who, being filled with the great vices of present politics, is a man well educated. The is that the whom he holds his despotic sway are reason for his power people over ignorant. In our great cities it can be observed that it is the ignorant foreign vote which throws the balance of power to the politic al boss who has brought about the deplorable condi- tions as they now exist. Does not, then, the blue in Old glory argue silently yet forcibly, for a still broader and more acceptable ed- ucation than the channel of the public schools ? without education, which is but a freeing of the mind from all its enslaving fetters No freedom comes of ignorance, superstition and vice. ro there Some time ag rang throughout the length and breadth of our land the cry of ‘ Freedom for Cuba, I do not say but that that was all right in its freedom tor Cuba.” place. Cuba was being terribly op- pressed by Spanish despotism, and it that spring to its aid. was right our nation should Yet, in our just de- sire to free from bondage, ought we not to help those within our borders as well as those without? ‘here are in our nation today thousands ot people and foot in the slavery of ignorance and supersti- and children bound hand tion. A law requiring attendance at the public schools ought to be put in- to rigid operation in every state in the Union, especially in the south, where little children each year buried in the awful living graves mills, of America rests with hundreds of are The future those who fol- of immense cotton low the present generation in compos- ing it. Must we, then, bequeath to posterity an institution which they will be too ignorant to either under- stand or manage. It is part of our duty as citizens to.avoid such a cal- amity. This can only be accomplished by practicing the very essence of patriot- ism taught by the red in Old Glory. The patriotism of which I speak is not the kind that we hear mentioned the most, it is not the one that is common- That kind is the patriotism of war, military The ly ment when the term is used, patriotism it might be called. patriotism to which I would call your attention is the patriotism of peace. This does not manifest itself only on the great-national festive days by the ringing of bells, the firing of canon, and the rehearsing of declamations about defending the country from a Tur SENIOR ANNUAL 5 mighty foreign foe. That kind may at times, but needed the most be all right it 1s not We are living today in an age of great civ'c and commer- cial dishonesty and vice. The appro- pri- vate purposes is a common occurrence. priation of government funds fo We are in danger of the entire loss of this higher patriotism through civic unrighteousness. We must have a re- newai of patriotic feeling manifested in everyday life. insulted of Old Glory would be thrown to the dust by a sworn enemy, but he could not do her half the harm that is daily course if her friend. the predominant idea in a majority of the Advancement of the individ- the the nation appears to be the accepted standard. Old therefore, in all her varied meanings ought to be presented to the people. know that the Stars and Stripes ex- press union; union not only of states, but a union of principles; principles of done ty those who call Extreme selfishness seems to be people. ual at expense of Glors, The children should greater: value than can be easily esti- mated, which the entire structure rests; the three prin- ciples of Virtue, Free Education, and Patrivtism principles upon owe eee es Some people and many companies are very reckless, but as Alice White can show you, “the R. W. O. R. R. ” running north is not wreckless. ‘ Captain John Paul Jones fell in boat in the North Sea” Maud Selden in American History Poor John, ” sang the class. with a said Class. O, what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive. Gil Hughes makes dates with two girls for the same time. Result, Gil is in the soup. The Editor is still busy trying to think of some more jokes on Sammy Grosvenor. Stiff in opinions, always in the wrong; was everything by Starts, nothing long—Spencer Owens. We wish Riley would take into the fact that Miss is a teacher and hence cease consid -ration Elwood his intimacy. Most every knows enough Latin to be translate the ‘‘Maximummus” (Maxham one able to following: and Moose). Tommy Savage in his dissertation told us that stupidity and patience were necessary qualifications of teach- ers.”’ Several of the girls decided then to be teachers. Some one suggested, when Arthur Kelley’s name was put up for manager of foot-ball. that Art was supporting a family. Thequestion before the house is ‘‘ whose family is it?” Some of the girls think that men in general keep better in cold storage than otherwise. So the boys must not mind it if the girls freeze them once in a while and treat them coldly when in another’s company. Sammy Grosvenor is certainly a fine man for his position on the base- ball team. He catches all the “ flies” that come within rods of him when in the field. And he has been seen try- ing to catch some in school. ‘‘Laughter, holding both his sides.”—Editor Smith. ‘‘Pray, what is lighter than a fea- ther, etc,?”—D. Ethridge. ‘Thou art too wild, too rude, and bold of voice!’—Francis McCurn and Pillmore. The editor is still busy trying to think of some more jokes on Sammy Grosvenor. 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Jones, GENERAL INSURANCE and REAL ESTATE .. 109 S, JAMES STREET, ROME. J. Townsend's’ Sons, Wholesalers and Retailers of BUILDERS' GENERAL HARDWARE and AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS 175 W. Dominick Street. N, Y. Rome, Rome Tobacco Co., REVAILERS AND JOBRERS IN Cigars, Tobacco and Confectoinery ROME, N. Y. Mrs. F. L Wendt,. FINE MILLINERY 105 W. Dominick Street, Rome, N. Y. Court Street)|Market, W. G. DOMINO, Prop. Fresh, Salt and Smoked Meats. 303 W. COURT STREET, ROME, N. Y. Karl Burkard, BAKERY and LUNCH ROOM, 120 N. James Street, Rome. Fort Stanwix Bicycle Co, PHONOGRAPHS and RECORDS, REPAIRING and NICKEL PLATING. 210 W. Dominick STREET, RoME. Compliments of + + - Prof. Fahenstock. H. C, Midlam, OPTICIAN. 174 W, DOMINICK STREET. 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE insures perfection in the LAUNDRY BUSINESS. G. W. CARR, Rome, N. Y, McMahon Larkin, ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW American Block, Rome THE SENIO 2 ANNUAI __ FOR THE BEST Ice Cream, Ice Cream Soda and Fine Candies, Call at the Boston Candy Palace. FLY SCREENS. BEACH LUMBER COMPANY. FOR SPEED AND EASE RIDE PALMER TIRES. L. B. HAYNES, 144 N. Washington St. DCHE BEE fii yV E. Willis Winfield Byam, ATTORNEY and COUNSELLOR, Rome, N. Y Turney’s Flour and Feed Store, DEALERS IN GROCERIES, FLOUR, FEED, HAY, SALT, ETC., 127 N. Washington Street, Home, 825 NG YOUR HOME GOING TO VISIT HOOL NEWs AND EVERYTHING ELSE TO ji. S. HOWLAND, Special News Corre S| ondent Press Headquarters, 109 N. James Street. I carry a full line of POSTAL C ARD SOUVENIRS up to date. F. G. WILCOX, 218 W. Dominick Street. TRUNKS, SUIT CASES and TRAVELING BAGS. H. Barnard, Jr., 115 W. DOMINICK STREET. PALACE LUNCH ROOM. Hot and Cold Lunches at all Hours. CHAS. F. LUTZ, Prop. 107 N. JANES STREET THI SENIOR ANNUAL Still in Business Repairing Neatly Done Second-Hand Wheels Bought and Sold G. B. THOMAS, 409 W. Dominick Street When tn Town Slop al EMBARGO HOTEL Fates dl per day P. M. Carney, Prop. M. J. BAKER, Tailor and Importer 227 W. Dominick Street ( ompliments of FRED STROWBRIDGE ( all alt WRIGHT Stylish Hatter WwW. FILARDWARE, PAINTS, CUTLERY, ” AND TURAL IMPLEMENTS anp BLACHESMITEL JOHN H. WILSON, School and Miscellaneous Books Blank Books, Stationery, etc. 116 W. Dominick Street SUPE LL The Rome 5c. and 10c. Store 114 W. Dominick Street J. R. FOOT Fine Candies 10c. per pound H. W. WELLER, New Barber Shop 121 N. Washington Street Cc. W. NICHOLS Jeweler 104 W. Dominick St. WHITE’S HOWARD C. WIGGINS Attorney and Counsellor When in Need of LIVERY Call at ALDER BROS. All Kinds of Turnouts viii THE SENIO}! Hot and Cold Baths at All Hours. Geo. W. Porter, TONSORIAL PARLOR. W. Dominick Srreer, Rome, N, Y 297 sel Opposite White's Hotel. T. H. Dempsey, PRACTICAL HORSESHOER. Rome, N. Y. 117 Front Street, Ss. 2. Fas, COAL and x ANNUAL | INSURE WITH Shelley Besley, 102 N. James Street. Haley’s Dry Goods Store, 7 611 W. DOMINICK STREET, | Full Line of Dry Goods, Notions and Shoes LOWEST PRICES IN CITY Bett Puone E. O. Rothmund, FINE TAILORING Arlington Block. At McNamara’s Creamery you can get Choice Creamery Butter, Fresh Eggs, Milk, Cream, Cot- and Canned Goods of all tage Cheese, Groceries kinds, WOOD. Corner fof MADISON and COURT STS Both Phones. PATRONIZE HOME INDUSTRY---USE Baum’‘s Automobi le Supplies and Baum's Stable Supplies, Baum ’s C astorine Co., ROME, N. Y. HUGHES WILKINSON, JOBBERS IN rere, - EE ann GRAIN. Rome Steam Mill. When thinking about First-Class LIFE INSURANCE REMEMBER Horace B. Case, General Agent for New York Life, 161 W. DOMINICK STREET, Rome, N. Y. MASON SUPPLIES of all kinds at Parry Jones, 222 FRONT STREET, ROME, N. Y. THe SENIOR ANNUAL i B T ICE CREAM, SHERBERTS and ° + upper, ICES in Bulk or Forms. SPECIAL PRICES TO CHURCHES and FRATERNITIES. 431 W. Thomas Street. Home Phone, 406. A. Ethridge Co., WHOLESALE GROCERS Rome, N. Y. W. G. FREISLICH, Merchant Tailoring, Cleaning, Pressing. 151 W. DOMINICK STREET. Bell Phone. Noonan SELLS THE WHEELS. Rome, N. Y. Arlington Barber Shop, M. B. DEALING, Prop. 128 N. Washington St. KNIGHT HOPKINS, CONSULTING, DESIGNING and SUPERVISING ENGINEERS : For Sewers, Water Works, Water Power and Municipal Work. 103 W. Dominick Street, Rome, N. Y. BIRNIE PHELPS Have the Finest Line of FANCY STAPLE GROCERIES In Central New York. GIVE THEM A CALL. Maxham’s NEW -.: SHOE -.- STORE, 152 W. Dominick Street. PICKED THIS MORNING. That is what Olney’s goods suggest. Grown, prepared and packed in the country. in tins before night. Gathered in the morning and sealed BURT OLNEY CANNING CO., Oneida, N. Y. ees Gilbert E. Roberts, BARBER and VIOLINIST. 218 1-2 W. Dominick Street, - Rome, N. Y. | O'SHEA LARKIN, | Steam Heating and Plumbing. Hot Water Heating a Specialty. 229 W. Dominick Street, Rome, N. Y. THE SENIOR ANNUAL Clever Desiqning And Honest Tailoring gives our CLOTHING a Smart Swing. We dress All Shapes and Ages. Moe TROSSET 123 Genesee Street - : BAHLER WILLIAM G. Merchant Tailor Suits from $15 to $40 Trousers from $3 to $10 Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing 113 W. Dominick St., Rome If You Want to see the Best and Latest MOVING PICTURES and ILLUSTRATED SONGS come to The CASINO 135 N. James Street J. H. CARROLL REAL ESTATE 113 W. Dominick The Best Time to have Your Class Pic- tures and Diplomas Framed is NOW by C. B. HOWLAND, 123 North James Street L_ S. SPEAR’S Piano Store. UTICA, N. Y. HAMMANN BROS. Leading Dealers in Fine Footwear Sole Agents for DOUGLAS SHOES New Machines Good Work Home Phone 246 Bell Phone 204 FOR GOOD WORK Washington Steam Laundry LeRoy A. White, Prop. 140 N. Washington Street, ROME W.C. WHITE SON Monuments 242 W. Dominick Street ROME Choice, Staple and Fancy GROCERIES Spices and Provisions L. WILLIAMS 501 West Thomas Street Evans Prescott ATTORNEYS and COUNSELORS Rome, N. Y. Compliments of SHUE’S MUSIC STORE CLOTHING FOR YOUNG MEN he a alles ps eee ee H. H. COOPER CO. ite vat code UTICA, N. Y. Pre Brown Comstock, LUNCH CAR REAL ESTATE. Cor. Washington Dominick Sts me 427. 172 W. Dominick St VERNE TOPPING | MATTHEW WHALEN, ogers, Peet Co. and . Hlart, Schaffner - Marx Boots, Shoes and Rubbers. FINE C] 0 THING 205 W. Dominick Street. ilso the Right Furnishing | Richt D ind the Famous REGAL SHOES , Don’t forget the ROLLER RINK Opeas October 1, next. WICKS GREENMAN IiIPPARE SHOF Franklin Square, UTICA Chas. H. Beck, S. M. STEVENS PRACTICAL HORSESHOER. Attorney and Counselor 214 W. Willett Street. ROME, N. Y. THI SENIOR ANNUAL Coal and Wood A FULL LINE OF BEST GRADES CONSTANTLY ON HAND W. W. PARRY, 126 Front Street, Successor John R. Harper, SANITARY PLUMBING. Steam and Hot Water Heating, Waterfilters Born PHONES FOLEY BROS., DEALERS IN Imported and Domestic Cigars. POOL ROOM. Rome's Busiest and Best Drug and Paint Store is A. J. Broughton Bro.’s, Cor. Dominick and Washington Streets. Arlington Headache Tablets Sure to Cure Four Licensep PHARMACISTS, Relyea Rockwood 112 N. James St., Rome, N. Y. STOVES, FURNACES, ROOFING and JOBBING, to OWENS, DAY CO. J. B. Wiggins Son, FURNITURE UNDERTAKING Wiggins Block, Rome. J. J. REAMS, Guns, Ammunition, Fishing Tackle and Base Ball Goods. ROME. YOUNG MEN Should Invest in a Divipenp Payinc Term Poxicy issued by the old and spotless MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. None better. Few equal F. X. GREENIA, General Agent. 103 W. Dominick Street. C. J. Spriggs, D. D. S., FARMERS BANK BUILDING, Rome, N. Y. THE SENIOR Cc. H. POOLE, Flour, Feed, Salt, Grass Seed, Seed Grain, Fertilizer, Land Plaster, Water Lime. 2447 W Both Phones. Dominick St., Pritchard Block. NEICE MOOSE, CONTRACTORS and BUILDERS 224 Front Street. YORDON’S ELITE ORCHESTRA. High Class Music Furnished for Concerts, Balls, Weddings and Receptions. PROF. R. C. YORDON, Director and Manager. ED. DICK, PHOTOGRAPHER. 112 W. Dominick Street. Ww. T. BINKS, Dealer in CHOICE MEATS Try our FRANKFORTS. 136 W. DOMINICK STREET. SEEGAR PROF. WALTER L. MASTER oF DANCING 106 E. DOMINICK STREET F, M. ORTON The F. M. ORTON Co. FURNITURE DEALERS and FUNERAL DIRECTORS F, M. SCHNEIBLE D, A. LAWTON H. A. EVANS ATTORNEY AT LAW 161 W. DOMINICK ST., ROME ANNUAL YORK SAYER, STAPLE ANDO FANCY GROCERIES Both Phones 263 W. Dominick St. JONN Hy DOY LE CITY CARTMAN 121 HENRY STREET M. PFLUKE, Commission Me Charcoal, Vegetables of All Kinds in Sea- GROCER rchant, Fruits, Produce, son, Fresh Eggs and Butter a Specialty. COR, THOMAS AND JAMES Sts. Sok; GREE Me: leit, BOOKSELLER and STATIONER Wall Paper, China and Glassware 139 Ww. DOMINICK STREET W. YY. HUMASTON MERCHANT TAILOR 126 N. Washington St., ROME, N. Y. E. J. BYAM, FLORIST 408-416 ELM ST. Follow the Crowd and Get Your HAIR CUTS and SHAVES at the G. W. WELLS CITY BARBER SHOP, Willett House Block. MASON McNAMARA Attorneys and Counselors at Law Willett House Block, THE SENIOR ANNUAI ees] Graduates, Don’t Get Alarmed ! } AG VIOLIN, MANDOLIN, GUITAR OR BANJO $5.00, WITH INSTRUCTIONS at SOLOMON’S BARGAIN STORE 236 W. Dominick Street THE CITIZEN PRESS - - - In the WILLETT HOUSE Does all kinds of Printing Promptly and Perfectly WE PRINTED THIS BOOK a - - = = = = Let Us Print Something for You SWEET RAFFAUF ATTORNEYS ann COUNSELORS DIVORCE CASES A SPECIALTY ALSO TUTORING IN ALGEBRA COME ONE! COME , Ali_L.! aS ee | = BIG DRY GOODS STORE OF APHIE BARNARD HENDY CO _L. ©. SMITH’S MOTION PICTURES THE SENIOR ANNUAL C, H. BROADBENT, Jeweler and Optician, 4 LaFayette St, UTICA, N, Y, Maker of THETA PHI, DELTA GAMMA, KAPPA EPSILON, PHI DELTA SIGMA and all High School Pins, Plain or Jeweled. DIAMONDS, WATCHES, SILVERWARE and CUT GLASS FULTON MARKET MEATS of all Kinds G, W. BECK, 212 W. Dominick Street GEO. W. SNOW, Clothier, Custom and Ready Made Hats, Caps and Furnishings, 144 W. Dominick The IVER JOHNSON Is an Honest Wheel at an Honest Price WARDWELL HARDWARE CO. EUGENE A. ROWLAND, Attorney and Counselor Farmers Bank Building ROME. N. Y. 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