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

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THE 1915 SENIOR ANNUAL Photos by McClusky JoHN CULVER LEPPART. “Jack” John is the “Butterfly’’ man of the class, although McGarty is very close to him in the race. John’s bar- ber pole neckties are magnificent, his shirts incom- parable. For peculiar and daring combinations, his ties and hair, he has all the girls of the class put to shame. It can be truly said of John that he always takes someone of his own size. Class President, Third and Oratorical Honors, Foot Ball, Assistant Business Manager. BERTHA FANNIE AMELIA MARTIN “Love in thy youth, fair maid, be wise; Old time will make thee colder.” Here is a quiet miss, who does not seek the vain pomp and glory of the world. If a male has any attraction for Bertha the Senior Annual detective has not been able to ascertain the name and character of the young man. Hattig ELLEN McCartTHy “Exhausting thought, and living wisdom with each studious year.” Hattie gets good marks in school and she deserves them. But although she is so studious she has another interest in life. Do you know who He is? You can find his name in the quotation “Sensations sweet, Felt in the Blood and left along the heart.” Class Play. Leon SCHULER McGarty. “‘Tip-top” ‘An empty wagon makes the most noise.” We wish, for the benefit of the ladies, that we were able to print Leon's picture in colors this year. If such were the case, there would surely be one grand rush for him. To the unfortunate girl, whoever she may be, we extend our deepest sympathy. Leon's phenomenal mind deals in big things and he talks in millions. Treasurer, Member of Staff. 12

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THE 1915 SENIOR ANNUAL FREDERICK EVERISS KESSINGER You have oft’ heard it stated ““The swans sing before they die—'twould be better if some die before they sing. ” We agree entirely with the sage who quoted these words. But “Pick” really believes he can sing. He has other accomplishments, however, among which is the manly art of self defense and no high school pugilist has aroused more interest than he. “Pick” is some ladies’ man. Business Mgr. of Annual, Class Play. ALBERTA WESTERN Kress. “Bertie” “ Reason's whole pleasure, all the joys of sense, Lie in three words—health, peace and competence.” Alberta is fortunate to possess all three of these qualities. We don’t have to wonder what occu pation she will pursue after graduating from High School, for even while she has been there she has shown a liking for Mills. SPENSOR WILLIAM Kropp “Studies are the food of youth.” Spensor’s most prominent characteristic is the lack of prominence. He seems to prefer the quiet life in preference to the busy whirl of society or fascinating uncertainties of politics. His choice is apparently a wise one for it has at least saved him from the fate of all politicians and social lions. He has never, so far as anyone knows, looked at a damsel. He in- tends to marry the library. ETHEL LAMBERT. ‘“‘Lamby” ““A sweet disorder in the dress Kindles in clothes a wantonness; A careless shoestring in whose tie I see a wild cwility, Do more bewail me than when art Is too precise in every part.” Photos by McClusky

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THE 1915 SENIOR ANNUAL BERTHA ANNA MITTENMAIER “Speech is silver and silence is gold.” At least there is one member of our class who is wise enough not to forget the gold. Bertha is quiet, studious, a model student. Surely the High School building would fall if Bertha was ever kept for de- tention period. Well, Bertha, virtue is its own re- ward. GERALD RICHARD O'BRIEN. “Gig” ‘A youth so honest and bound to do right, An athlete so sturdy, strong in his might.” The Physics shark. There is but one thing in this subject that has puzzled him. He can not account for the fact that ice forms on pipes in a brewery. Will someone kindly enlighten him on the subject? Be- sides this he is an Orator and a great English “ Stude.”” MELVIN ARTHUR PAGE We've waited for years for an opportunity to get a crack at this guy, but now that we are in a posi- tion to do something—well, what are we doing to do with him. Search us. As a fusser he has few equals, as an American History student he is a shark, but still better a mighty good bluffer. CHESTER FREDERICK PARSONS Among many other things Chester has written a book, entitled ““The Techniques of the Violin.” He is no doubt superior to Fritz Kreitsler in every way, shape and manner. Chester clearly calls to mind 12:30 a. m. and several cats outside the window. Our musician is a member of the Sympathy Orchestra and is a candidate for the German Band. Photos by McClusky