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

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THE 1915 SENIOR ANNUAL Photos by McClusky SARA ELIZABETH SCOTT ‘Mindful not of herself, but bearing the burdens of others; always thoughtful and kind and untroubled.” Please notice the name is spelled without an “‘h.” Sara is very particular as to how that name is spelled. Chubby is the sunniest of souls and her laugh—like measles—is contagious. RALPH EDMUND SPINNING This young man, born of noble and illustrious sire, has nevertheless turned from the straight and narrow path which leads to learning and devotes his time to athletics and ladies—or rather lady. Ralph leads a class of aspiring athletes in the Methodist Church gymnasium. ‘They average about ten years of age and their highest hope is that, in time, they may equal their present leader. Foot Ball. Ora Mae TANNER. “‘Bedat” “The dome of thought, the palace of the soul.” Ora is another diligent student of our class. But will wonders never cease? We once thought that Ora was ‘‘never less at leisure than when at leisure’, but now she astonishes us by spending her leisure moments with a friend of the other sex.” Fifth Honor. D. ALFRED THOMAS Oh, yes, we all know him, this guiding light. Who would not in R. F. A.? A debator? Well, we should say so. Alfred's favorite song is ‘“Come Kiss Me, Kid.” He is one of the resplendent orbs of the commercial department and it is the wish of the entire class that his success in after life be equal to that in the English IV “Dictionary Race.”

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1915 SENIOR ANNUAL ge) MARION BLANCHE ROSTISER Rit Ses” Marion is a student and always ready to help E others. She has been totally unaware that there is another side to the study hall for three years. Cupid, however, has got busy at last and Marion is not wholly absorbed in her books. Recording Secretary. THomas Henry RupkKIN. “Tom” Look at him, ladies. For four long years this noble Senior has adorned our study hall and has never fallen for the charms of a woman. Although extraordinarily handsome and attractive, he heeds not to the restive life but devotes his entire energy to study and has succeeded in winding up about sixth from the bottom of the class—a truly wonderful rec- ord for such a brain. Member of Staff. EsTHER GLapys SAXon. “Victrola” ““Cloudless is her serene brow.” “A joke on Esther no one will tell And we'll have to admit that we know her—not well, So we'll be contented and pass it right by In knowing her dear friend is called merely ‘Si’ ”’. IpA Bett Scott. “Idie “Maiden! with the meek, brown eyes, In those orbs a shadow lies Like the dust in evening skies!” A quiet person, never in the way but always ready and willing to do her part. Ida has been with us for the last two years only. She always has her les- sons and can always recite. 15 Photos by McClusky

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1915 SENIOR ANNUAL ALLEN B. TOWNSEND Pst, neighbor, lend me your shelllike ear. For, theologians, psychologists and philosophers sat up and looked wise when this prodigy of general and useful argumentation first blew in. He entered High School where in time he became a satellite, if not a star. As a debator, he can fill you with so many arguments against Woman Suffrage that your poor brain will need a week’s vacation. ELIZABETH VAN ALSTYNE TOWNSEND. “Betty” Here we have a bright, industrious girl. Her poems are a pleasure to us and the class is proud of her. Her ideas are original, and when boys or girls go to her home they are sure of the best time ever. She has done many noble and daring deeds, including bringing up a can of peas from the bottom of the stream when on a camping party. ALICE AMELIA TUPPER. “Tup” “She is a maid of artless grace, Gentle in form and fair of face.” Alice, our flyaway, saucy and pert, With the High School fellows is prone to flirt, She’s a Camp Fire Girl and plays basket ball, And now, my friends, we've told about all. Class Play. Mary EuNICE VANDERPOOL “Hers is a spirit deep, and crystal-clear.” Sh! Don’t talk so loud. This gentle lamb is so quiet that the noise of her own footsteps scares her. She is near the end of our list of quiet members. Photos by McClusky