SUNY at Fredonia - Fredonian Yearbook (Fredonia, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1917 volume:

: ALF THE PLEASURE OF DOING E GOOD WORK IS IN DOING IT FOR THOSE WHO KNOW. THE TYPO- GRAPHY AND ARTISTIC GET-UP OF THIS YEAR BOOK IS SUFFICIENT TESTIMONIAL TO THE ABILITY OF THE MISSION PRINT SHOP TO TURN OUT THAT DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT AND INFINITELY BETTER KIND OF PRINTING. IF THIS CLASS OF WORK APPEALS TO YOU WE SOLICIT YOUR BUSINESS. B. F, REUTHER SIXTY CANADAWAY STREET. FREDONIA TELEPHONESzSZ E. L. COLVIN Pro Sid cut 8 THE H. L. CUMMING Cashier CITIZENS TRUST CO. OF FREDONIA, NEW YORK $100,000.00 75,000.00 Capital Surplus and Profits DIRECTORS: J. H. Larder Henry Card Frank Merz M. Zahm R. W. Wright G. T. Hammona B. F. Simons Bert Belden H. L. Cumming Louis Roesch E. N. Button F. W. Case H. Alhro E. L. Colvin 1-1. Leworthy F. M. Hoesch J. 1.7. L4 Sackett Wm. M. Blackstone 36?; Interest paid on Certifxcates of Deposit Interest books issued with interest at 317, cnmpounded semiannually. XVc solicit the accounts of Corporations. Firms and Individuals. w SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES FOR RENT $ ?le THE SAFE STORE MASONIC BUILDING DUNKIRK, NEW YORK QB ARE PREPARED TO SERVE YOU FOR YOUR VACATION NEEDS. qL STOCKS ARE LARGE, ASSORTMENTS BIG, AND CHOOS- INGS WILL BE A PLEASURE FOR YOU. qL EVERYTHING NEEDED IS HERE AWAITING YOU. CAN WE SHOW YOU AND SERVE YOU? T H A N K S ! THE SAFE STORE Hrfigfic Porfmifure The kind that appeals to those who know. We enlarge Photographs in natural colors Come and inspect our new Smdio and incidentally look over samples of our work. W'e have a wide range of prices but every price carries our guarantee of quality work. Cioudy days are just Esigood for sinings. . n uQuallty The McLarrn SI udin Mann The McLaren Studio 37 W1 Main Street, Fredonia, N Y. We do Kodak Dweloping. xStraiLzhr Buildinm Printing. Enlarging AIM HIGH AIM STRAIGHT BUY THE BEST BUY DIRECT HTHE HOUSE OF QUALITY sw Warren $1 Company InCLrporaLed QT H E XVA RREN CO H PANY! Omcc and Factory: 108 Fulton Street, NEW YORK Fine Emblematic Jewelry Designcis-A'Iakers Class Pins Fraternity Emblems Rings Prizes Medals Plaques Cups Comnwrcial and Ver1ding Srminnory A BRACELET WATCH FOR THE SWEET GIRL GRADUATE YOU XVISH Tb REMEMBER Thirtylh'fain Street F- S JOLLS Frerlonia Jeweler Cigars and Tobacco Bananas and Oranges Smokers, Goods Newspapers and Magazines The Better kindS' 0f Confectionery Sole agent for Nobility Chocolates. G; D- PRATT 21 East Main Street. Fredonia. New York Telephone 512 9h Look at The Stevens Store for hew models in Corsets, exclusive novelties in Neckwear, Ribbons and gloves. Always up - to - the minute merchandise at the Stevens store. ' E C o M 5 gi ICE CREAM M We serve this popular cream at our counters and can supply it in any quantity for socials and parties. hbahty Confectionery Soft Drinks Tobacco and Cigars On the way to the confectionery and ice cream cm- porium in the B. LQ L. E. ticket office Fredoma- Charles J ames B. S: L. E. Ticket Omce. Fredonia iil'u'uimlmeuH hVe carry all the Leading Magazines About TEn Yeamw isthe 1H6 0f ordhnary :Zoal Ranges Come in and inspect our combination Coal, XVood and Gas Ranges, good for all the year round. We guarantee them for 20 years. We are experts on heating, plumbing and tinning. Bierce-Schaich Hardware Co. 22 W. Main Street, Fredonia. :51. m Cumin Powerful EDISON MAZDA CLamps mak e possible a 24 hour workmg day Niagara and Erie Power Co. 41 E. Main Street, Fredoniah N. Y. Wm JTV 7 , aw: EC4 MB .A Persons, .Eeet look as good as the Shoes over thenl If the shoes need repairing the feet are sad and the owner appears ill at easeu If you can save shoe money by keeping your shoes looking like new you should have your old shoes made into new ones by our Cham- pion repair shop. We do the best repairing possible. Sam Gangi 40 W. Main Street Fredonia Shoe Shining open till noon Sundays. OUR STORE lIlllllllllllIlllllllllIllllllllllllllllIIllIIIIIIllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllIIllIllllllllIlllllllllllllllIIIIllllIllIlllllllllllllllllllllIllllllIIIIIIIllIlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllil-ll ls favorably known for its showing of the better grades of clothing, hats and furnishings cg es llllllllllllllllllllllllllllIllllllllIIIllIIIllIlllllllllllIIIIllIIIlllllllIlllnIlIIlllllllllllIlIlllllIllllllllllIIIIlllllllIllIIIIIlllllllIlllIllllllllllllIllllllllllllIIllllIlllllllllllllllllllllll l. lVl.LEVY DU.NKI'RK,NEXYYORK Eyes We make thorough examinations. We duplicate all kinds of broken lenses. We carry the largest optical line in this vicinity. We axje licensed by State examination. Jewelry . we carry a very nice line of reasonable priced high quality stock. Watches We carry a reliable line at prices that are right-WHowards. Hamiltons, Elgins, XValthame, Illinois. Repairs We do all kinds of repairing. Marsh 8c Son, 15 E. Main Street, Fredonia. N. Y. Beauty Building Figure Forming The Beautiful WORCESTE CORSETS XVhich we are now showing are admirable, both in their brilliancy of style and their equally effective control of the figure. Do not delay seeing and se- lecting your corset. $1, $1.50, $2. $72.50 and $3.00 J ames D. McLaren Hotel Comm hia Block Fredonia F. C. Chatsey wishes to call your attention to his line of Koookg endSLIpplieg Eastman goods only-Its a great line and values are the same as Hbefore the war Speaking of the War ! Donit you want 21 Flag P u;N We offer a 5318 flag complete :vithpole. :h ,- Ah bracket. trunion and cord for $3.30. home ,. R: igx: value these days V rha: F. C. Chatsey Phone 313 4 YVest Main Street, Frednnia '9 ALPHA DELTA A N D N65, GEORGE WASHINGTON PINS WINCHESTER THE XVEST MAIN t? Q '3 JEWELER FREDONIA STREET Cw 7 kiHAVE YOU ever heard the fable of the bra fox inviting the stork to dinner and then offered food on a plate which the stork could not eat on account of his long pointed bill ? When we invite you to this store to inspect clothing of elegant quality, we do not serve it to you at prices so high that you cannot buy them. In fact there is noth- ing Hfoxy in the methods of this store, as you will learn after once trading here. The DeForest Straight Co. Columbia Hotel Block THE BEST OF EVERYTHINGAT PHELPS PHARMACY FREDONIA, NEW YORK L. A. SALHOFF Contractor and Builder MILL AND OFFICE: 24 CLEVELAND AVENUE F REDONIA, N. Y. Retailer of Builders' Supplies. Machine W'ork to Order. The New Ice Cream Par101 Opens June 8 77 I ,, E' At 38 West Main Street in the store N m .1 x - -. flxrmerlx nccupled bx N CV E Power Co ICE CREAM FRUIT AND CONFECTIONERY W'e solicit 3' our patronage E wAbdella 8: Son x 7K Stylish Suits Made to Order E 3325 00 --w J O H N W. RYAN 305 CENTRAL AVENUE, DUNKIRK, N. Y. 2. m' MRS. E. F. COLE I - N , ' V4. 1,2,! Good Meals Reasonable Prices Q .- vl, AT 64 CENTFR STREET. FREDONIA GEO. XV. BLOOD GEO. E. BLCOD GEO. W. BLOOD 6: SON Furniture, Undertaking, Harness, Livery 24-26 Water Street, Fredonia, N. Y. Telephone Livery at 53 NVater Street. Fine Stationery Date Books W'atermalfs Ideal and Swan FOUNTAIN PENS 6W. Main Street ROBINSONES Fredouia, N. Y. Hand Painted China Fine Glassware THINGS BEAUTIFUL J. pur shopA-that it contains nothing undesir- able, nothing that would not grace its proper situation, nothing cheap in its effect. Its contents are gathered with care and taste. It is enough praise for a work of art to say it is from Boniface,s. Pictures, Mirrors, F rames, Pottery, Gift Novelties, Greeting Cards, Serving Trays, and apicture framing department second to none. The Bonniecraft Easel Simple in dexign, dainty in appeaIance and perfect in f h. . F '11 d . ' b' h BONIFACEYS ART SHOP 3:331:35 alfd rubQiE'smegiJ: 31:: git. gmfgiii 2E1? The back is covered with imitation leather. Send your 72 East Fourth Street, Dunkirk, N. Y. photo and $1.00 we will send you on: postage prepaid. EVERYTHING FOR THE HOME The Largest Furniture House in Western New York. GEO. H. CRAP 3: C0. Complete Home Furnishers ' 3 I 923 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NX. We carry at all times large stocks of everything that enters into the furnishing of the home. Furniture for every room in the house; stoves, crockery and kitchen utensils: cut glass and china; decorative art pieces; rugs, curtains, draperies and linoleums. Pianos, Victrolas, Crafanolas MUSIC ROLLS AND PHONO RECORDS '73 Printed at The Mission Print Shop 60 Canadawai? Street Frqdonia Edmundk Pharmacy ' Hgadquarters for Eagtman Films and Kodaks. We carry a wide assortment of Toilet Articles and Supplies. Shulefs Baked Goods have No Equal For Your Sport Hats Go to Miss Smith's 63 West Main Street, Fredonia OUR ADVERTISERS 1- HE FOLLOWING PAGES CONTAIN A SELECTED V LINE OF ADVERTISEMENTS OF FIRMS WHO ' ARE RATED AS STRICTLY A-l. THEY MERIT AND SHOULD RECEIVE THE PATRONAGE OF EVERY STUDENT AND READER OF THIS YEAR BOOK UrbaneWVhat do you miss most since moving into the vountryPI, RuralettTrains. Did You Ever Seee M. TitcombeVVhen she was acting human? R. DukeeWhen he wasnit starting a rough house? Vita ReVVithout a book? Louie DeVVhen she wasnlt talking about Don? D. Newton XVhen she wasn't studying art? I H. M. and T. H.-Flaying base ball? ' Nelson-VVith a braid down his back? Helen M. SerVith a tidy desk? Mary AnglimeSmile while teaching? Grace lleI-lurrying? Can't he did. RazeyeTaking lumber from the gym? Chubby Glued t0 Smithls lawn? ErmaeTake time to eat? PollyeCollect Sr. class dues? D. I-lart-W'hen she wasn't studying Dick-en-Son? Student tspeaking 0f the conceroeltHow much are the tickets ?,I Mary tthinking all the world was centered in her new 14X dollar and a half without the band. hatye HeettDid you see those autos skid? Shee'TIow dare you call me that? I-Ierels to the man who is reading his Leader. And reading his Leader alone; Down with the man who is reading your Leader. XNhen he ought to be reading his own. The arithmetic methods class of '17 will hold a reunion next year to see how many can add 2A7, and 3I4. Esthert'sl Light and for If Dorothytlsy French, where's whom did Ethel Waite and why wouldn't Merlet'sy Cotaylburn? ' Here, what do you mean by waking me out of a sound sleep? ' Because the sound was too distressing.U Applied Quotations. lthisdom shall die with you. eErma Hotchkiss. What shall I do to be forever knyow11? -Polly. Who love not women, wine and song, will be a fool his whole life long. -Toppy t3 i Earth's noblest thing-a woman perfectedfl-aFrank Barnes 01' Colburn. When she had passed it seemed like the passing of exquisite music. eMiss H. I am the best of them. --I-I Hickev Music hath charms to soothe the sav age lneast, to soften lOCkS, to bend a knotted oak iPGCOlge. Don like'tls the ark full yet? Conductore- All but the monkey, hurry up. Miss McLettThat's a bad coughg H. Bowersell know it, but its the best live got. Ed. tin advance algebrzO- Say, whats the Ii'th power of patriotism ? ' Toppy-ltI don't know? Ed.- Enlistment. Pa tpeev ele Willie I had a note f1 om youi teacher to- lav: That's all right. Pa: Illl keep it quiet :lut if people knew The books we've gone thru To dig up jokes for these pages, They'd not think us bright, But would wonder all right How jokes lived through such long ages. POPULAR SONGS Over the Hills to MaryeGeorge. Naughty, Naughty, Naughty.-L. Murray. XNhat do you want to make those eyes at me for For me and my galdH. Hickeyl Adventures of Ham and Rude P P If I can't get you, I'll get your sisteneH. Gunther. To thy rest, tired hunter. tLeader adsJeEd. Politoske. Keep your eye on the Girlies you Love-T. Hart. In the evening by the moonlightXl-M. Arnold. .7 B. Smith. l17.-It takes a lot of brains to get to be a Senior. l18.-Is that what happened to yours? Frank BeMay I cross the street with you? SheeCertainly, if you are afraid to QO alone. ' SAFETY FIRST Miss. And now boys and girls. leave all books at the desk, take alternate seats in alternate rows. cover all writing with another sheet of paper, and remember that you are on your honor in this examination. High Schol Boys: Remember that its not quantity that counts: and while there's life there's Hope. a It's strange why all the girls like to stay around that seat at the head of the stairs, isn't it? Ifthe Apha girls knelt everyday as long as they did while they were having their picture taken, there'd be some chance of their getting to Heaven. - Practice Teacher. Life is real, Life is earnest, And we hope the graves itls 00211, For if we have to teach in Heaven, Lord have mercy on our .soul. ELECTRICALLY SPEAKING Boss.e Watt hour you doing there? Office boyettEating currentseAnode you'd catch mef'i Boss- Wire you insulate this morning? BoyeitLeyden bed. BosseHWouldu't that jar you! Canlt you get your relay- shunts to get you up ?ll Boye'Amperently not. Boss-ttWell, fuse going to do this every day, youire fired. Gwan ohm? ' At the Social Hours. You bump from one to others, You step'ou people's feet, You merely stand and wiggle, You are consumed with the heat, You try a very fancy step, You only make a mess. You realize it's true at last, The Power of the Press. Mary Kelsy has decided to take'up Masonry as her vocation. Nelson, your sanctimonious expreSSion of countenance -assures all your schoolmates that you were made for the min- istry. Mr. J.-Yes, sulphur is found in Louisiana. Name a place nearer home. George NLe'i'In matches? thy did you call peninsula a rubber neck .3 Well: it is a neck running out to sea. Dorris N.e lf I eat dates enought T will turn into a cal- endar. ' Huh. if you eat too many you might turn into a hospital. XNould you say a man believed in Sleeping overtime if he left his watch under his pillow at night? Jingles and Jokes A jest's prosperity lies in the ear Of him that hears it, never in the tongue Of him that makes it. DorothyeHow kind of you to bring me these Howers. They are so fresh, and there is some dew on them yet. Dickinson-Yes, there's a little but I'll pay that right up. John-Did you hear about the deaf and dumb man at the wagon factory? ChubeVVhat about him? JohneHe picked up a wagon wheel and spoke. Student tduring showelj-May I go out to cover my auto? Absent-minded ProLeYes, yes, bring it in. Harrye-Shall we go shine or rain? Heleu-Shiner isn't in it. Mr. H.-In my opinion this class ought to be brought under the attention of the Humane Society. Classe'Why? Mr. H.eFor the missuse of ponies. Tuelu what course do you expect to graduate? Hi1-In the course of time. Mr. Olson- XWill there be any stars in my crown ? G. WheIf it's a question of Psychology ifs a sure thing. Miss H. F. tgiving directions in the High School study hallyettLift your heels, with palms up. ' JueIt seems to me you seniors go out at night a great deal. S12-XVell. that's generally when the stars do come out. XVhat tune were you whistling a little while ago ?h Oh, nothing but a cartunef' This pen is on the prohibition ticketW uVVhy ?o' Because it's going dry ! Frank Bemfhere is something gnawing at my brainf' Mr. Mc-ttIt will soon starve? The I Farm Cede'lg t'XVorthy fellows; and like to prove most sinewy sword men? H H When our eountryk c2111 sounded thru our halls,- many were the hearts. willing to respond but few of our numbereould e11? list for military service. Then as the needs of the country became more apparent. the plea for increased agricultural and industrial servicecame. This time we were able to respond and a large part of the boys'enlisted as farm cadets. They went gladly, even though it was a sacrihce and meant the exchange Among those who have enlisted are the following: Russel Blodgett W'arren Blodgett Norris Damon Guy Tadt 'u 1! Richard Shaver George Tadt of pleasant schoolroom ease C? for strenuous Shop and farm work. Nevertheless, in spite Of aching backs and burned necks they give cheery reports of their work. Perhaps they are con- ccaling the hit of homesick longing they must feel for the long seats in the halls or the noonday promenades. Yet it is worth it all and we honor the boys who are thus doing their share for qur country. Hail to the ttFarm Cadets. Lawrence Shuttleworth Charlotte True Frederick Jackson Morley Everts Charles Gugino Brown Hall Russel Leone Stanley McConnell Edward OtBrieh Floyd Richardson Arthur W7ilson Wendell W oodhury Arthur Wright Glen Kent Ralph XViltsie Melville Everts Elmer Landschoof Chauncey XVilsou Luther Pierce Samuel Gugino William Lodico John Bailey HOLIDQ CUOmeWS Christian BSSooiotioD Our Y. W. C. A. was organized for the purpose of adminis- tering to the religious and social welfare of the young women who come to our school. At the beginning of the year this organization gives a WNel- come Party to the ones who return, and to help those who are new in the school life to get acquainted. On that Wednesday morning girls with Y. W. tags may be seen shaking hands with girls whom they have never seen before, and making them feel at home. Each XVednesday morning throughout the entire year the meetings of the Y. W. C. A. are held in the Alpha room. The meetings are led by some member of the faculty, by some person outside the school, or by one of the girl students. The talks have been on friendship. service and social and religious subjects, and have been very helpful in many ways. Every Tuesday the Y. XV. Cabinet meetings are held in Mrs. II II Record's room. The Cabinet is made up of the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. and the Faculty Advisors, Mrs. Carrie L. Record and Miss Edna B. Fuller, who have given freely of their time and assistance. The chairmen of the com- mittees also attend these meetings. This year's Cabinet which was chosen in 1916 is composed of Miss Erma Hotchkiss, Pres- ident; Miss Jessie H. Merrihew, Vice President; Miss Anna V oit. Secretary; and Miss Agnes R. Shannon, Treasurer. The Cabinet for next year is made up of one girl from each department of the school. Miss Ruth Razey, Kindergarten and Primary, is President; Miss Florence Slaght, Regular Normal Course, Vice President; Miss Helen A. Seager. Music and Drawing, Secretary; and Miss Ruth Lambert. High School, Treasurer. It is hoped that this will help the Y. XV. C. A. to come into closer touch with all students and their work. A ROSE 1-1. 13. In my hand I hold a withered rosce What doth it's language to me disclose? This odorless, colorless, faded rose, It tells me of gardens all dewy with morn, Of soft airs from heaven on gentle winds borne. Of the bright gates of sunset, of soft falling showers, Of the wing of the bee in industrious hours. Of neighboring daisies, 0f blossoming tree, This Queen of the Flowers 15 speaking to me Of infancy, bearing lost tokens of love. Pale roses,eunblown,eto the mansions above; Of. the glad hour of twilight, suggesting the air, That speaks of thyself when Cupid is there. Ah! XVell I memember when June was yet younge The arch of Ted roses. that over me swung: And the breath of Tred rosesy so wantonly Hung, Though time made the vine, and the arbor uncouth, And I hold but the ashes of roses and youthe IKv'e left to me duty, And friendship and truth. School New The senior class of the Normal school presented Bernard Shaw's You Never Can Tell, in the Normal chapel Saturday evening, May 5th, for the benefit of the Red Cross. The chapel was well filled and the play was well presented. The school violin orchestra played under the direction of Miss VVeIIs. The play, which had to do With the reconcilliation of a man and wife after many years, and a love affair of a poor dentist and the oldest daughter, presented many amusing situations. The cast was trained by Miss Robinson of Dunkirk. The cast fol- lows: Dolly Clandon ....................... Helen M. Smith Mr. Valentine, tdent'iso ............. Raphael S. Duke Philip Clandcm. twin brother to D011y..Eugene J'ewett Parlor Maid .......................... DeLeo Smith Mrs. Margaret Clandon ................ Helen Daniels Gloria Clandon, eldest daughter ....... Marjorie Arnold Mr. Fergus Crampton. Valentine's landlord .................... John Moore Fitch MeComas, Mrs. Clandone solicitor .................. Gerald VVilber Walter Bohun, waiter .............. Edward Politoske Mr. W'alter bhun, Ir... lawyer, son of waiter ............ C. Laurence Nelson Prof. John L. Dahl. who has been in Detroit the last year on leave of absence, visited us on the morning of June 8th. XWe were very glad to welcome him back. H II We have had very helpful and interesting chapel talks Not only have the men of the faculty con- ducted the exercises, but also the women, who have prov-en theme during the past year. selves most efflcient. Among the interesting subjects given are: Phases of I'Xstromumyv by Mr. MC Ewen; National Economy, by Dr. Dana: Clara Barton and The Red Cross Society, by Miss Mertz; The Life and Works of Walt VVhitmzm, by Miss Mc- Laury; The Manufacture of Felt Hats, by Mr. Morris; Dietary and Foods, by Mr. Montrose; Furniture Making, by Mr. Rey- nolds; A League for Enforcing luteruational Peace, by Prof. Jewett; The Syrian Guest, by Miss Fuller, and Constanti- nople, by Miss Jarrold. The annual concert of the Normal School Orchestra was given May 5th. The program was as follows: Symphony in G. Minor ...................... Mozart Allegro, Andante. German Dance ................... .. .VQn Dittersdorf Adagio Cantabile .......................... Beethoven tMiss Sprague at the orgam Staccato Etude .......................... Rubenstein Miss Shem Turkish March ............................ Beethoven The Elf ...................................... Philipp Miss Titcomb La Zingara .................................... 301ml First Arabesque ............................. Debussy CAST: THE SENIOR NORMAL PLAY YOU NEVER CAN TELL XVIIcn wealth is lost. nothing is lost; When health is lost, something is lost; Vthn character is lost. all is lost. The Gymnasium MA RAGRETTE lflILLER One of the important departments of our Fredonia Normal School is the gymnasium. Our most efhcient rQgrym. teacher, Miss Edna Fuller, has done all in her power to make the work as entertaining and beneficial as possible, and in the opinion of all she has succeeded in both respects. One of the new things taken up this year was the Cecil Sharpe Folk Dances, which have been taught the senior girls. The dances which are rather difhcult, aim to give balance and good control in the use of the various muscles of the body. Importance has always been put upon setting up exercises, but since the passing of the new law by the educational board re- quiring a certain amount of exercise every day. especial emphasis has been put on setting uph work. Both Senior and Junior classes have had their share of these . Every recommendable ex- ercise has been used. A very successful year was brought to a finish by a still HI more successful ending with the annual Gym. Meet held April 27', 1917. Features of the Gym. meet were the Cecil Sharpe Folk Dances by Senior girls. Military week by the Second Year High School class, and lastly the interpretation of Griegis ButterHy Dance by the 3d year High School Girls. This was followed by the presentation of NS by Mr. Montrose to Glenn Kent and Morley Evarts. Friday afternoon, May 25th, theiannual gymnasium meet 0f the intermediate grades was held. After the grand march there followed the regular class work of each of the four grades. An especially pleasing feature on the program was the ball work by the eighth grade girls. At the close of the meet and as the entire department assembled on the floor, Donald Burgess, clad in complete Boy Scout uniform, appeared, carrying the American flag. The pledge of allegiance was then given by the pupils. h h that one has one ought to use: and whatever he does he should do with all his might. A Athletics GEORGE TADT. At the close of this school year it seems fitting and proper that a brief review of the physical work of this school should be placed in the same book with the mental. Athletics have always Hourished in the Fredonia Normal School and the teams which have fought for the school during the past school year are well deserving of a great amount of credit, some of the Victories being won under very adverse conditions. The first sport in the course of the school year. we know is football ; and he who has not played that game, has left out some of his life's interesting work. It is somewhat of a tender subject to those who played on this year's team, for our victories were not numerous. yet we were not left in the dark. The reasons for our Hhard luck in football you will not find here, for there never was a team that has not been defeated once and this time it was Fredonias turn. May next year's football team take courage and go hone better than ours. Second in the course of athletic events in our old F. N. is basket ball. It is needless for me to go into details concerning the basket ball team and the season's record, for you, who wit- '39 J44 ll ll -44E Eil' nessed the games have in your mind the team and what they could do. Yet, it seems too brief to stop here. Let us think together for a few minutes of our team. Although the Blue and W hite was defeated in two of the out of town games, yet when these two teams were found in our own gym, they were readily beaten by the Fredonia Normals. Out of five games played the Blue and White won three splendid Victories. i Track and baseball finish the years athletic events. For our track team this year we had some very promising men and the same might be said of the baseball team. It might well be men- tioned that this year's baseball team was fortunate enough to have two stars from out of town. But. friends and schoolmates, we are sorry, yet glad to tell the rest. When the call came to defend our country's Hag, those who were to be on the diamond and on the cinder path, were the first to answer the call. Consequently the Alma Mater has no track or baseball team this year. May those who have gone forth bring back to memory the splendid exhibitions of physical strength for which this school so fittingly prepared them. In lifeis small things be resolute and great To keep thy muscles trained: , knowist thou when Fate Thy measure takes, or when she'll say to thee. I find thee worthy, do this deed for me? e8 M THE NORMAL BASKET BALL TEAM I9l6-l917 The George weghimgiom Club A. TO. W. Late in the winter of 1007-08 a series of mysterious inci- dents. involving a few of the students, caused the formation of a unique organization known as the George W ashington Club. This club supplied a need that had long been felt among the young men of Fredonia Normal School, namely : a truer spirit of fellow- ship. Since that time it has been the honor and pleasure of a great many worthy admirers of the better and more iinteresting' things of life to partake of and enjoy this spirit and to benefit greatly therefrom. While a HG. XV. could generally be recognized from his ap- parent intrinsic worth. nevertheless an emblem was chosen to des- ignate the members. It is almost neeless to say that the little gold hatchet stands for truth. this symbol being adopted from the W cherry tree myth of the first George Washington. Do not be mys- tified nor confused if at times you see the hatchets apparently, out of place. They have probably cut a niche. for their owners, in the hearts of those over whom they are standing guard. Furthermore this is one of the most sacred duties of the emblem. It has been the special privilege of the order at numerous times to promote hospitality and sociability, along different lines, when this spirit seemed to be waning by means of parties and dances. Recognizing patriotism, truth and a fraternal spirit as traits of a noble Character we have set them up as an ideal hoping that some day we may approaeh nearer the personality of that great- est 0f AmericanseGeorge W ashington. It matters not the spot of earth That claimed him at his birth ; The open hand. the loyal heart, The soul of honest worth, The love of tight and liberty, The life that all may scane These are signs by which we know A true American. Alpha Sometimes in traveling the long paths of life, And walking perchanee through the wood, We look far ahead to search for sweet ilowers And hasten to pluck them for ours. Some may e11 joy it to think of the future And dream of the bright things in store, But it seems that the thoughts of the hours well spent, Give a storehouse of pleasure and joy. .N. II II Dells S. l Some names will be written in great halls of fame, And others will be most widely known. Still the names which are written in friendshipis fond past, Are the ones which make life worth while. So in parting with Normal and our loved Alpha Delta, And their trials intermingled with pleasures, We will think of these friendships and the hardships oiercome And gain courage and strength for the future. Alpha Delta we'll cherish and we'll ever be true . To the colors of purple and white. And your motto of loyalty, truth, and the right, Will be ours in each walk of life. . The Alpha Delta Societv l, ALTA YOUNG The Alpha Delta Sororiety has enjoyed a pleasant and pros- perous year. In September we organized with Lucile Berg as president. Two open meetings were then held. The entertain- ment committee provided amusements for all in the form of a negro wedding and a baby party. Eleven new members were then taken in. The initiation of the new girls caused much fun and excitement for the members At Christmas a party was held in the Alpha room. Refresh- , menst were served and everyone had a x-vonderful time. At the end of the hrst quarter officers were elected. Miss Berg was unanimously elected president. On Feb. 17th the Annual Owl ttFriendship is the dearest bond W'hich can be formed twixt soul and soul; It makes of each a complement That needs the other to be wholef , was given in the gymnasium. M iss Haight was the editor. The affair was very successful and the gym. was hlled. Dancing followed the program. In April the Alpha's gave a delightful dancing party in Grange Hall. Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Morris and Mr. and Mrs. H. Holcomb chaperoned the party. Sliger's Orchestra of Bufu falo furnished the music. Miss Moore was president during the third quarter and Miss Seager during the fourth quarter. The Alpha's have been doing Red Cross work under the direction of Mrs. Dods after their business meetings. IVTRATERNITIES THE ALPHA DELTA FRATERNITY 1917 blessed with a rare gift, and he has put his originality into this composition, for in it such effects as the wierd wooing 0f the wind, the hum of the bees. the pit-pat of the rain drops are expressed in the words and beautiful harmonies 0f the music. This con- cert was for the Red Cross and a substantial sum of money was realized. This, together with the commencement music, culmin- ated the work of the Music Department for the year 1917 . But we must extend our appreciation and loyalty to certain of our friends. So, through this, the Senior Annual, may we thank Mrs. Start, Miss Badger, Miss Richmond and Miss Jones for all they have done for us. We owe them a great deal for their TO MISS LILLIAN FLIEGE HELEN M. DANIELS As true a friend you may not find ' If you travel for many a mile, For the kindness she knows will lessen your woes And will make your life worth while. All free from words that cut and burn, From gestures falseefrom guile, I Her sincere way doth gladden the day l And makes a life worth while. Her low, sweet voice with gentle words Of hope and courage giving, Her kindness true in eyes of bluee . JR, l . All make a lite ti orth hung. untiring eHorts. kindness, advice, companionship and general help. We are unable to Find words suitable to express our thoughts and feelings, but we do appreciate every hit of consideration that has been shown us. Another important part of the music department, and one which has furnished much pleasure is the orcheStra work which is so ably directed by Miss Welles. Not only has the ofchestra played in the chapel twice a week througout the year. biit it has played on special occasions, as at the Senior play. The music has always been of the best quality, and we feel grateful to Miss Welles for her efficient work in training our splendid orchestra. 1,-x 1133: 7K rngqT?TTj , dell TIME. --- +HURSUHY momma, PLACE - ... .. CHom LOFT., PUZZLE---WHHI Hits THEY SINGING? The music Department HELEN J. SMITH The work of the Music Department has been of an especially interesting character this year. Much stress has been laid on song work, dealing principally with classical songs. The first work of the kind was devoted to giving some rays of light and enjoyment to people unable to leave their homes. As has been the custom for several years past, the Music Girls sang Christmas carols for the ladies at the Old Ladies, Home and for others of our friends. Then began practice for various other functions, including the faculty reception, and the opening of the new Y. W .. C. A. T The Community Chorus gave a concert for the W at Relief Fund, and the ladies called upon the Music Girls to assist, which we were very glad to do. It was well worth our time and effort, for the proceeds amounted to ninety-hve dollars. Some of the Music Girls have taken special voice work from Miss Marjorie Richmond. and three successful and enjoyable re- citals have been given by these pupils. Our annual concert was given Saturday. June 16.. An un- usually beautiful composition was selected, ttPan, on a Summer Day, a cantata by Paul Bliss. The composer certainly has been The Kindergarten and Primary COLIFSG A1 MEE HARDEHBERG The aim of the Kindergarten and Primary course is to enable the student to meet the requirements for teaching kindergarten, and the first five grades in the elementary school. The ed- ucational ideals of the kindergarten are fundamentally in all education. The Kindergarten training aims to give the student an insight into the principles and practices underlying and sur- rounding the' kindergarten, a knowledge of the interests and needs of the children, ways and means for meetmg and supply- ing these needs. The principal features of the kindergarten training are: tn A knowledge of Froebel's educational prin- CM Theory and practical use of kindergarten matermis t3 y Nature, -ciples. as related to the interests and needs of the child. function and value of play in the education of the child. HJ. lllll Modern child study, principles underlying the best expression in art, music. literature, dramatic arts and manual arts. The special features of the primary training are to develop in the teacher the power to make all conditions for the children twith whom she comes in contaco most favorable to physical, mental and moral growth. Aside from the subject matter to be taught, the teacher should aim to make the children self reliant, more responsible and more resourceful. She should endeavor to develop the power of discrimination, judgment and reasoning com- patible with his stage of development. All these ideas should be observed by the primary teacher who goes out to follow her voca- tion. ttThe 'stone unhewn and cold Becomes a living mould, The more the marble wastes. The more the statue grows. i. THE NORMAL FIRE DEPARTMENT 1917 cTheihgbh H H SohooIJUkag E. A. ALLEN. As I sit by the tire in my easy chair the memories of my school dayseespecially those of the Junior High School, come back to me. Our class was up and doing things from the first. It started the ball rolling The bash ful Freshies and Sophmores took cour- age and then the big Seniors woke up and followed our example. Soon after the opening of the school we organized and chose as our othcers: Mr. Thomas Rynalski President, Mr. Norris Da- mon, Vice President; Miss Esther Simons Secretary, and Mr. Morley Evarts, Treasurer. When our president left school we chose Miss W inifred Lat- ta to take his place and she fulhlled her duties with the greatest success. I well remember the weiner roast given at the home of Jennie Stone. we certainly had a good time and I'm sure no one went home hungry; if they did it was their own fault. The next affair was a Holloween party and dance given in Blodgett' hall. We invited our friends to this to enjoy the good time with us. Mother W itch sent us out fortunes and the future was to be bright for many. The social hour given in the gym certainly was a success and every one enjoyed himself. I heard more than one say that the Junior High School Class knew how to entertain. During the winter we gave two sleigh rides to Shelly's hall in Sheridan. The hrst one was in company with the Seniors and the second with the Sophmores. At both of these we all had a good time playing games, dancing, and last but not least by any m.eans,eating. Our class lost most of the boys when the call went out for Farm Cadets, but we were proud of them because they were will- ing to do their H'bit for our country. At graduation came the annual fudge party and the High School Class Night. during the year, of course they forgot they were Juniors them- Even if the Seniors did make fun of us selves not long before. I'm proud to say I am a member of the junior High School Class of N ineteen Seventeen. axmxm s: E: xxmaxm - Afymdmwwg . mmmmw . d mmmx g m . g THE JUNIOR HlGH SCHOOL CLASS I917 i711 fl: .mbli'nw audacity of faith, 130 than wnmvcdj If to Hm mountain saith, Ami with mnln'fious feet, SUC'W'C and proud. Ascmds Hm ladder leaning 0n the cloud! Presentation of Fudge Pen HELEN M. SMITH Members of the Junior Normal Class :- I greet you in behalf of the class of 1917', but I bring more than mere words of greeting. Perhaps you do not all know the legend of the famous historic fudge pan. Let me relate it. Long. long ago. the Senior N ormal Class of 1904, as they were about to leave these halls of learning, wished to leave some token of their regard to the Junior Class. Noticing the propensities of their underclassmen, mostly maidens, and hoping to have the record of their own class kept fresh in the after years. they dee cided to give the fudge pan. Each year since the famous pan and spoon have been handed down to the Juniors by the Senior Class. By careful'observation we have reached the conclusion that at this time you are qualified for the custody of these articles. We have decided this because of the fact that we have too fre- quently seen you emerging from the candy store with bulging H II pockets. Your humility towards your elders has been very marked, but now we should like to see you act a little more alive. Two household articles which will very much help in the process are a little pep and some ginger. Twelve classes have added their colors to the spoon. We are the thirteenth. We might, perhaps entertain some superstitious ' feeling regarding thisewere we not such an exceptionally intel- ligent and unusually talented class. Rather, We are proud of the privilege, which no other class can have. It is very little we can do in this time of war and strife to show our feelings and so for our colors we have chosen those which we. as all true Americans will agree, outrivals any other. In the year that ensues, before you add your colors to the spoonemay you march bravely and fearlessly under the colors we leave with you. REPLYe Members of the Junior Class and Guests :e I hardly feel capable of responding to the toast with which this time-honored gift is presented. I am certain that we, the members of the Junior Class, appreciate the spirit with which it is gvien, and I assure you that the Juniors already have Iipept and ginger, and if these are conducive to life, there will certainly be life in our class. We feel that we are also quite intelligent. and we would like to question whether it is lawful to use the United States Flag as a class banner. We are pleased to receive this famous pan, as our own property, but still. there is a feeling of regret to think that this is the first step taken toward the final closing of the accounts of the seniors. who are leaving us for an indefinite time. XVe mutually pledge ourselves that we will protect this historic gift with our utmost zeal, and that we will allow each one to have an equal share in its contents. , ARCHIE HARKNESS The JLID iorge1917 Have you ever watched the rain drops gather on the win- clow-pane? Coming from all directions they strike it at various angles and remain motionless for the fraction of a second to take in the situation, then each little drop meanders slowly down the pane until it accidentally collides with another drop. United, they travel more rapidly and by the time they reach the windowa ledge they form an evenly-Howing, well-behaved little stream. In a similar manner we Juniors gathered at Fredonia Normal that nevelvto-be-forgotten W ednesday of September. We ar- rived at different hours but eVentually found ourselves in the spacious halls of the school, feeling strange, and, I must confess, a tritle fearful. but we were greeted on all sides by pleasant looking girls wearing tags inscribed with the letterseY. W . C. A. They introduced us, answered our questions and showed us how to do the tasks of the HFirst Clay ; ' then in the afternoon these loyal Y. W. girls entertained us in the gymnasium. The rest of the week we spent in arranging our classes and learning the location of the various class rooms; and Friday night we were given a reception by the Seniors. Our first days over, we lost no time in accustoming ourselves to the ways of the school, and because we are live, enterprising people, we or- ganized with these officers to guide our affairszePresident, Bruce Mathewson; Vice President, Dorothy Kelley; Secretary, Florence Slaght; Treasurer, Dana Mathewson. Our first social duty we entertained the Seniors, which we did in a ghostly fashion 011 Halloween. During the winter we had many jolly times together, one of which was a sleigh ride to Sheridan. How- ever, our studies soon became alleengrossing so our playtimes had to be put aside for weightier things such as proving that HAll men are mortal, and learning that the music scale begins on 4:121... The last few weeks we have spent in observing our worthy examples, the Seniors; whose place we soon will take and to whom, as a last token of good fellowship, we gave a fudge party which one of our number has llwritten up in regular form. In parting we invite you to become acquainted with the Senior Class of 1018. The JLIDior-Semior Fudge Petty .M iss Foster The annual fudge party was held in the gymnasium June 8th. A very interesting program was given which included a pleasing x'ocal solo by Miss Viola Willis, a violin solo gracefully ren- dered by Miss Ruth Lambert, and the presentation of the famous fudge pan. In spite of the fact that the idea seems well fixed that girls are always more interested where fudge is concerned. we noticed that this time the attention of the boys was centered on the fudge pans. Perhaps this was due, to the delicious contents of those receptacles. The latter part of the evening was devoted to dancing and from the general atmosphere one would judge that all enjoyed this. our last social hour, together. 1918,$ PSle Of Life It is said, in mouthful numbers, That the Junior Class is dead. How about it, fellow classmates, Is that statement as 'tis said? Are we real? Are we earnest? Or a bunch of doleful chumps Sitting round like chilly tadpoles, Looking 's if we had the dumps T 0 he Seniorsemighty Seniors ls our destined goal and way; Work we must if each tomorrow Finds us nearer than today. With apologies to Longfellow. M In the schools broad held of battle, We must earn ourselves a name ; Not sit still like wooden dummies, .3111: up and play the game! Lives of Seniors all remind us We must hop around right keen. 1f the Class of Nineteen Eighteen Equals that of Seventeen. Let us, then, be up and doinO'. Every Junior come ahead! And by doing and achieving, Show them that we are Hm dead. THE JUNIOR NORMAL CLASS t'Oc'a' ocean, with a thousand masts, Sails forth the sfripling bold Om boar, hard rmwvd from HM a'vcp, Draws info 170W flw 01d! . New Mexico, devoting her life to teaching the Indians instru- mental music. Eugene Jewett, who is still known as IIShinerfl has 'been planning a system of aeroplane service to the planet Mars. He is a wonderful aviator. Because of his ability I shouldnt be surprised if he suceeded in carrying out his plans, and someday became the most famous member of our class. The president of the Earth-Mars Aeroplane company, which will carry mail and passengers daily to that far away planet, is to be Frank Barnes. I hear that he has developed into a great financier. He gained his hrst experience along this line, you know, in his last year in high school when he worked in the Buffalo and Lake Erie Traction office. What do you think Lucile Berg is doing? She is in the fruit growing business. She has the largest pear orchard in America. Bartletts are still her specialty, I hear. Warren Blodgett. you remember don t you? He is doing research work. He's still trying to prove his pet theory, namely, that the United States produces more precious stones to the square acre than Africa. From Elizabeth V an Scoter, who went to Europe to do Red Cross work during the war, I haven't heard for years. Perhaps she has married a Frenchman or a Tommy Atkins and has set- tled down somewhere in Europe. W hat a clever fellow James Caccamise always was, and es- pecially in Latin! I meet him occasionally on Broadway, and. of course, we usually exchange alumni news. He is employed by the United States government, at a fine salary, as an interpreter at Ellis Island. Luther Pierce went to Germany after the war, and has be- come successful in what he has undertaken. Like Luther of old, he is said to be a great reformer, but who or what he is re- forming, I'm sure I donit know. In IIThe New York Times'i last night I read Dot is to be our American minister to France, and Connie is to be a member of the House of Representatives from Texas. Who would have dreamed ten years ago that nearly half the members of the lower House in Congress would now be women? This is a wonderful age in which we live. After his graduation from Fredonia High School, Stanley McConnel enlisted in the army and went to France. He was wounded and was sent to the American hospital there. Here he became so interested in medical work that he returned to America and entered Johns Hopkins University, from which institution he was graduated with honor. Surgery. I believe, is his specialty. W hat a time George Dailey, whom we used to call Redd Dailey, pOOr boy has had. Now, however, he is doing well. At first he worked in an ammunition plant, but caused so many exe plosions that he was discharged. You ought to hear him tell about his hair breadth escapes! At present he is working in a fire-proof office, utilizing his brilliancy in a lighting plant. Many people who do not know him, wonder how he can furnish such brilliant light at so low a cost. Since I have been thinking of our class-mates, one by one, I wonder how many would be able to go back to our Alma Mater if we made special plans for a reunion next summer. Let's try to work up a splendid representation at the Alumni Banquet in 1928. There! I hear the click of Arthuris latch-key, so I must see if dinner is ready. You will write soon and tell me all about yourself, won't you? LUCY Lovingly yours, High School Prophecy OLIVE M. VAN SCHOONHOVEN lllll Introduction. She was in the I liaveift heard from her since tLooking at post markl. So she's Her mother must have forwarded my letter, Well! Here's a letter from Lucy Aldrich! 1917' High School class with inc. she was married a year ago. in New, is she? asking about the various members of my class, for I havelft heard from many of them since our graduation. tOpening lettery. Letter. 4320 Riverside Drive, New York. Dear Oliveze , 7 June 1'7. 1927'. You haven't any idea how delighted I was to get your letter tonight. Arthur isn't coming home until late for dinner, so I can sit right down and write to you immediately. You asked me about our old class-mates. that I've kept in touch with nearly all of them. our President. Edgar Veevers. used to talk? Ilm glad to say I'll begin with Do you remember how fast he He has organized a nation-wide society for the purpose of teaching people to speak rapidly, gramatically and ex- pressively. I have been informed that he himself has developed into a wonder ful couversatioualist and eloquent orator. It doesn't seem possible to us. does it? XVay up in Alaska. somewhere near Sitka. scientihc farming is being done by Joe Spoto and Charles Barone. I always felt they were cut out to be successful farmers. What a rogue Henrietta Smith used to be! It is just like her to have discovered a method by which short people may be made tall,-and tall people short. I wonder if she hit upon her discovery in attempting to avoid the difficulty she always had in dancing, for you remember she never could get a partner who did not tower several feet above her. I haven't heard much about Charlotte True lately. You recall her service as a farm cadet just before her graduation from Fredonia High School. Then she studied music in New York for several years. The last I heard about her she was in CouoSel To The J'uoiors Dorothy Hart To the High School Class of 1918:- It is with great interest that we, the members of the class of 1917, have watched your growth through the different stages of your school life, until this eveninor, when you stand ready to command your Senior year. Next year the school will be without our inspiring presence and you, as Seuiors,-must lead the way. We must admit that you, though children, have been able to muster a band of re- cruits worth having, but it falls upon us, as leaders, to leave a list of our experiences in friendly counsel to you and to point out a few of your mistakes. There is no doubt but that you will heed our words of advice. ponder long and hard upon them and fol- low in our footsteps as you have done since your Freshman year. Only at the beginning of this school year, on October sixth, the Seniors gave a Wiener roast at Van Buren. Is it not true that on the following Friday, October thirteenth, the juniors had a Wiener roast? Again, the Seniors had a social hour in the gymnasium on November seventeenth. The Erst thing we knew the Juniors had held a meeting and on December eighth you gave a social hour. These are only examples of hlead' and tlfollow'l all of this school year. ' But, Juniors. do you realize that next year you, yourselves. will be the leaders and the the task of upholding Senior dignity will fall upon your shoulders? You are, as I have said before, worth while, but your members are of a somewhat frivolous nature. Some of you poor, self-deluded innocents, imagine your- selves to be nearly perfect. thy not take as your motto, Know thyself? ' It brings to mind what one of our famous ll ll Scotch poets might have said, 0 would some power the gift i gie you, to see yourself as ithers see you. Perhaps you have been able to play your part upon the Junior stage but now it is your duty to assume grace and dig; nity and play the part of the all-wise Senior. We all know that the school will be lonely without us next year and this is your last chance to gaze upon us as your models. We fear lest you in the joy of your position forget the res- ponsibility put upon you as Seniors, so make these your by-laws: Do not dance with the same lady too many times in an evening. Always have some excuse for lessons undoneeyou never heard of a Senior with unprepared lessons. Don't come galloping down the hall to classes at the last minuter-Be a soldier and be on time at all your classes. Don,t lag behind on your way to chapel waiting for one whom you call 'tchum.n Learn to adapt yourself to all surround- ings and be agreeable to all your neighbors. Do not assume the name of Senior unless you are sure of the right to be one, and once having called yourself a Senior, don't remain one the rest of your life. In short, lay aside all of the frivolities of your Childhood play when you become Seniors Carry yourselves in a man- ner which will inspire the reverence due to your rank. These are our words of advice to youe-mere trifles, for let us warn you that advice will flood upon your too unsuspecting heads from every corner. Be teachable and heed whatever comes your way and we will feel confident in leaving in your hands tonight the name and responsibility of Seniors. have original jurisdiction in all international questions and its decisions would be backed by the world's police force. N ext we come to the world congress. The representation in this would be on the same basis as that for the judicial court. The laws of this congress would be supreme and would be backed by the police force. Along with this congress there should be a world constitution resembling very Closely our own constitu- tion. A world police force is the most essential part of the world court. TVithout it the court would be a failure. This organiza- , sibility. tion would be composed of the armies and navies 0f the entire world, or better still. a certain per cent. of these. Each nation would give a certain number of ships and soldiers and a certain amount of money towards this force. Also each nation would be allowed to keep a dehnite number of soldiers at home to preserve order and keep peace there. The dillicuties of establishing such an organization as this world court are great, but it is entirely within the realm of pos- The results to be obtained through such a court can hardly be estimated and fully warrant its formation. A world Cotlrl'e-Hn Orolion EUGENE JEWETT Some people, indeed many people, think that it is out of place to talk about peaceful settlement of international disputes during war times. Y et a word in behalf of peaceful settlement during war is more needed than many words during peace and a failure during war to express belief in peaceful settlement is a confession of hopelessness and defeat. It is during war when one sees the awfulness and horrors of it that one sees the benefits of peace. In the past some movements have been made in the direction of a world court, with more or less success. Probably the most notable and successful of these movements were the Hague Con- ferences of 1890 and 1907. These conferences settled a few im- portant disputes, such as the Casca Blanca dispute in Morocco and one in Mexico. These con ferences did not establish a world peace, because there was no organization to them and they could not en force their orders. They had no permanent organization with- out which they could not endure. Since the war began several leagues and societies have been found which advocate a world court. These leagues are com- posed of many influential men and exert a wide influence on the people. A very present need for this world court is that it would abolish national armaments. This court would definitely de- termine the number of soldiers and warships which each nation could have and enforce this decision in case a nation exceeded its number. Jmt the main business of such a court would be to settle in- ternational disputes. The Hagues Conferences have settled some serious international disputes, which might have led to war. A commission of three Americans and three Canadians has settled all boundary disputes or river disputes between Canada and the United States for a long while, and hostility has not yet arisen. A world court would do the same thing among the nations. In establishing national disarmament this court would abolish war, for no nation would be strong enough to overcome the in- ternational police force which would be established. The most important feature of this discussion is the court itself. Let us hrst consider the judicial branch. This court would be composed of representatives from all the nations. As a basis for representation in this court the nations' trade, popu- lation and wealth would be important factors. This court would Pregicleniig Address Friends and Teachers :e We. the High School Class of 1917. welcome you here this evening to join with us in these, our Commencement Exercises, and we sincerely hope that you will enjoy them as much as we shall ourselves, altho parts may be unintelligible to you. We have looked forward for a long time to this event with a mingled feel- ing of anticipation and no little anxiety. Anticipation in the thought that we would be able to be present here this eveninU. with the knowledge that at last our trials were over, and as one might truly say' lilortlan passed. And on the other hand anxiety to know whether we could ever reach this position. and perhaps still greater anxiety. having reached this point in our education. to know what hidden secrets may be divulged concern- ing our past by the Junior President, or our future by our worthy Prophetess. As you see our class is small, not because some of those absent did not reach this position but because several of our members responded to the call for Farm and Industrial Vol- unteers. W' e are sorry that they are unable to be with us. but nevertheless proud that some of our number were in a position to help in this patriotic way. II II I now wish to say a few words concerning the program which is to be presented. Owing to the fact that our class history covers a period of only one term, the present one, it has been deemed advisable to omit that part of the program. As a matter of fact. we have been so earnest in the pursuit of knowledge that we have had no time to make other history. In the First number of the program our learned Prophetess will fortell the future which is in store for us. We hope that the Juniors will pay marked attention to the next number, for our dignihed Counsel- lor will endeavor to say a few words of wisdom for which advice the President of the Juniors will express untold gratitude. Our Class Orator. Mr. Jewett. will then honor us with an interesting discussion of a subject which is of vital interest to all. At the close of this number. it becomes our necessary, but exceedingly painful duty to bid farewell to this, our school, to our teachers and our fellow students. Although we regret the severing of our school ties, nevertheless we look forward to the future, to the fullfillment of our aims, our greatest aim'always to remember our Alma Mater, in whatever work to which life may lead us. Opportunity Edward Rowland Sill. ' This I beheld, 0r dreamed it in a dreamzt There spread a cloud of dust along a plain; And underneath the cloud, 01' in it, raged A furious battle, and men yelled, and swords Shocked upon swords and shields. A prince's banner W'avcred, then staggered backward, hemmed by foes. A craven hung along the battle's edge, And thought. hHad I a sword of keener steel- That blue blade that the king's son bears,ibut this Blunt thing! He snapped and Hung it from his hand, And lowering, crept away and left the field. Then came the kings son. wounded, sore bestead, And weaponless. and saw the broken sword, Hilt buried in the dry and sodden sand, And ran and snatched it, and with hattle-shout Lifted afresh he hewed his enemy down, And saved a great cause that heroic day. The following completes the list of DOROTHY HART High School Graduates. Fredonia, N. Y. Donald Babcock, Frcdonia, N. Y. uDot -Clas;- Counsellor, 17. Alpha Delltla Leader Staff ,17' Charles J. Baronc, Frcdonia, N.' Y. A very gjfil of girlsf Albert VVJI-Iolcomb, Albany, N. Y. James Caccamisc, Fredonia, N. Y. . George Mason, Fredonia, N. Y. EUGENE JEWETT Charlotte T1116, Frcdoniat N. Y. Fredonia, N. Y. uShiner, C1ass Orator; G. W. C... Leader Staff 1748; Senior play. Played L. E. in football, forward on sub basketball team. uNone but himself can be his par- allel. JOE SPOTO Frcdonia, N. Y. He had a head to contrive, a tongue to persuade. STANLEY McCONNELL Frcdonia, N. Y. AStanf' PIayed sub on 1917 basket ball team. TA Daniel come to the judgment, yea 21 Daniel. EDGAR VEEVERS Fredonia, N. Y. uEddic APresident Class of ,17 nSerene and resolute, calm and self- posscrscd. HENRIETTA SMITH Frcdonia, N. Y. A'HatukAAAVice President of Class 17. nThereAs no flaw in that fair brow of hers. Ag fair and proud as Lucifer's. GEORGE BAILEY Fredonia, N. Y. AARed ATreasurer of Class- ofA17. Center 011 football team AAA bonny eye, a passing pleasing tongucy LUCY ALDRICH Dunkirk, N. Y. Love, sweetness, goodness in her presence shine, 50 clear as in no face. with more delight. ELIZABETH VAN SCOTER Fredonia, N. Y. EA kind and gentle heart she had to. comfort friends and foes. WARREN BLODGETT Fredonia, N. Y. A youth of quiet ways, a student of .Vold books and days. :44 a 5-. .. ZILUTHER PIERCE Frcdonia, N. Y. uLu;egAPlayed on 1917 baseball . ktcamy. . AAA true friend to the true. OLIVE VAN SCHOONHOVEN . AFreclonia, N. Y. WOll'iehf'Class Prophet. A Atrue friend. 1 i3, ,. nThe rattling gEongue of saucy and a:adzicious eloquence. IQECILE BERG Fredonia, N. Y. 3ffAL'o'uie -A1pha Delta, having been 'Apfesident, doorkecper, and marshall. A ABeautifnl, generous, fond Of arts and letters, 7 - Unsurpasscdt a musician and a schoiar. FRANK BARNES Frcdonia, N. Y. nBarnscy. nSometimes 1 half admire mySelf, upon my word 1 do. Class Officers Senior High School MOTTO : Rcdiebamus. uLet us redeem ourselves.U COLORS : FLOXVER: Black and Orange. Black-eycd Susan. St 3L A '5 CLASS OFFICERS : President ................................. Edgar Veevers Vice President ............................ Henrietta Smith i Secretary ................................. Charlotte True - Treasurer ................................ George Dailey Orator .................................... Eugene Jewett Counsellor ................................. Dorothy Hart Prophet .......................... Olive Van Schoonhoven SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL The heights by great men reached and kept, Were not attained by sudden Bight, hlt they, while their companions slept. Were toiling upward in the nightf Freoooio Elmo mofer-CIQSS 8009 Mary Roman. H N Friends and teachers, class mates dear, We now must part, Dear Fredouia Normal School You have been dear to our heart. Wye will raise your praises high , We'll not forget you as years r011 by, Loyal and true W611 sing of you Our Alma Mater true. 4.1, 7V Chorus- Dear Fredonia Normal; Let the Normal hall 110W ring, with her praise. Sing to dear Fredonia, Sing of the dear old days. Out to our duties we must go, Out in a world of joy and woe, Ever so loyal we'll sing of youh Our Alma Mater true. D l 7K High now your praises we sing, To us who now are parting, Hopes to our hearts you bring. Dear Fredouia Normal, Ever of you weell sing, Honor, truth and beauty, To us you'll ever bring. I ge instance, when the pupils read the history of the civil war, they readily see that many of the southern soldiers fought for the Union. The teacher could then show that these soldiers joined the North, not because they loved their states and homes less, but that they loved the U nion more. Up to the present every Amer- ican loved peace. But since peace interfered with the right. war has been preferred to peace at such terms. Likewise one can teach to both the newcomers and natural born, the appreciation of the conception of liberty and honor as upheld by these United States of America. Never has there been a more propitious time than the present to impress the students with the priceless priv- ilege of beingr citizens of a free countryeof the greatest world democracy which stretches out a helping hand to all the people of the earth who are struggling upwards. A national holiday should not be allowed to pass without impressing upon the pupils some of the principles of our democracy. Through the study of his- tory one can imbue the pupils with lofty, noble ideals. And these ideals are not transitory but permanent. In fact they become watch lights guiding the pupils' paths for the remainder of their days. To accomplish the result, the teacher must study her class, seek a common grbund tit needs be with each individuali and then bend her eitorts towards making Americans. It is not enough that she impart to them the rules of grammer. the opera- tions of arithmetic and the intricacies .Qf geographyefor a teach- er merely to teach is rapidly becoming: a novelty. She can help them use the knowledge acquired in furthering a good cause. It would be very appropriate to have the students foster a sense of gratitude towards the authority which is making their education possible. And this gratitude consists in upholding the ideals that the flag represents. But while the teacher is thus engaged in her patriotic duty, she may overlook one phase of her undertakingethe attitude the pupils are apt to take towards those peoples composing our en- emy's forces. She may be so eager to inspire patriotism that she may uneoneiously cause them to become narrow-minded and to feel an inveterate antipathy towards those peoples whose govern- ments we have been forced to draw the sword. The idea to be born in mind is to have students understand that we have entered this struggle not because we felt ill-disposed towards any peoples. but because the principles of our democracy were jeopardized. It would be well to inspire the pupils with some of the thoughts that prompted Lincoln when he said: HWith malice towards none but charity for all and firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive for the work we are in. ' Such is the responsibility that rests on the graduating teacher this year. Classmates, tonight as you know, is a momentous perh iod for us. We are forced to realize that these are the last times the class of IMF meets in full membership. These walls which at times seemed to have frowned on us, now smile at us in all their splendor. The associations that these walls have occasioned can a not be easily severed. Time may pass, we may encounter success or adversity but still in both our happiness and sorrows. we shall look back upon these days with sweet recollections. W' e shall res call the dear friendships of our classmates, the ever kindly aid our teachers have rendered us, the interest this has shown in us. All these reminiscences will be precious to us. W e are moved when the time to part comes. Members of the faculty and Citizens of this community. the class of 12517 bids you a fond farewell. The Teoober NM The woreVoleoiotory VEDA C. ROTUNDA These are days when liags are flying from coast to coast and a restless bustling is seen everywhere. W hat does it all mean? In a word. America is preparing! .VVe are leaving this institu- tion as few classes have ever left it. These young people. here before you are the States choice for the instruction of the com- ing generation. But upon this year's graduating classes will be imposed a greater responsibility than upon any of their prede- cessors. The diplomas which will be handed us bear a silent re- queste-that of perfofming a great duty in a very turbulent and unsettled time. Under normal conditions, the teacher's work is invaluable to the community, but the efforts assume greater weight in times of national exigency. The duty of the teacher as given to her by the State, is to help the pupils become good Citizens of this com- And it is at this trying period that America needs That is, America desires citizens monwealth. citizens of an altruistic trend. who are loyal to the interests of the community, even though they may sacrifice what is dearest to themafor loyalty is meas- ured by the amount of sacrifice. The value of an undivided aim and purpose in such a country as ours, is clearly seen in the crisis. Difference in points of view would be a hindrance when harmony is most sought. Many of the pupils attending our public schools are of foreign extraction, so they would be following a natural tendency should they feel lukewarm towards American interests. But here lies the task lllll of the teacher. She should endeavor to frame patriotic Ameri- cans out of the foreign element. The Normal school 01' college graduate can succeed in this task by first seeking a common ground with the students. There are many common grounds which may be chosen. English, how- ever, affords a good opportunity for the teacher to perform her duty. Patriotic selections may be given as dictation exercises; patriotic poems may be memorized. There can be no better repe- tition practice for students than Lincoln's Gettysburg address or President W'ilsons great speech to congress at the opening of this war. Every child in our public schools ought not only to know the purpose of President W ilson's speech' but he might com- mit to memory such eloquent passages as UThe right is more prec- ious than peace, and we shall tight for the things which we have carried nearest to our heartsw-for democracy. tor the rights of those who submit to authority to have a voice in their govern- ments, for the rights and liberties of small nations, for the unie versal dominion of right by such concert of free peoples as shall bring peace and safety to all nations and make the world at last free. Furthermore, themes that would show the obligation of every citizen, could be required of the pupils. In a word. the teach- er may bring patriotic material in all lines of the English work. History is also a splendid ground, in fact it is one of the most efficient. And this. because the study of history can supply in- struction for the future by means of examples of the past. For ltThis road leads up and winds about l2A mountain we call Li'fer- . HWhere there is treasure and plenty of pleasure llAnd enough of pain and strife. Youth hastened on along the road, Eager to reach the height ; By the sun's golden ray he traveled by daye By the light of the stars at night. F air Youth grew lame with a bruised knee, And his feet were swoolen and red; By the side of the road, on a bed of moss, He lay his tired head. In the quiet valley..far below, He saw the blossoming trees. He thought he heard the songs of the birds And the droning of the bees. llAwake! Arisef Ambition said, And hasten on the way ;e nDo follow me. Persist ! said she, l'And fzime you'll know, some day.U uCome on, fair Y outh, you've traveled far lWVitli a will that's bold and strong: Don't rest your head, Ambition plead, And she laughed as she sped along. He heard a groan. He turned his head a To see from whence it came. Out in the road with a heavy load' Came a man who was old and lame. llI'll help you, sirf the Youth called out, llJust hand your pack to me. So on they wennethis man all bent And Youth with a bruised knee. Said Youth, th! can you tell me, sir, HWhy I should feel so gay? HThe grass looks so new and the skies so blue ge Was there ever so lovely a day P The old man looked at him and smiled And said in a kindly way,- uI bring this joy to you, my boy, WFor the kindness you showed, today. HThe greatest joy that you may find h'ln this'world of struggle and strife. HIs the kindness you show as on you 00 . . h HThis long, long way called lLifef u Lifes weyeCleSS Poem HELEN DANIELS Across the fields and meadow brooks Fair Youth was wont to stray, So light of heart and free from care Upon a summer's day. The world is free and fair, thought he, Wimd Life is full of pleasure; HI need no homeeso why not roam Hfhlld seek Life's greatest treasure. In shaded. leafy nooks and dells, Youth lay at rest all dame And when the moon rose der the hills, Upon his harp he'd play. HShine 0n, thou moon, he gaily sang nShine 011, and swing ye 10w; AACome, whisper in my eager ear HThe joys that I may know. II II A broken twig in thicket near. A voice among the trees Once startled Youth; he listened well And said, hO, 'tis the breeze. Out from the thicket stepped a maid Bonny and blithe and gay; Whnbition I am, thou carefree young man? Said she, and tripped away. He dropped his harp and quickly rose T o overtake the maid. Her tread was lighteand in her flight, She could not be delayed. Said she. hYou cannot falter, hNor harbor idle dreams, W'f you would tramp yon rocky road WAnd wade yon mountain stream. great a degree of perfection why could we not perfect ourselves in a small measure in our knowledge of our own country? We are all human, and it needs but some person ahead of the times to start this movement which should spread throughout the land; conquering ignorance and prejudice, the two-headed enemy of democracy. We would begin to understand why we are not Germans, not English, not French, nor Russians, but Americans in the full sense of the word. The forum must of necessity out the hyphenated citizen and either remodel him until every vestige Of autocracy is obliterated or send him to his own land. Nothing will ever raise the standards of liberty higher in this land than education of the masses, free as the waters of the brook. The only way to reach those groping for light seems to be the way here recommended, and when the channels of ed- ucation ancl enlightenment are opened we will have a people and a nation the like of which has never yet existed. And. along with these results would come the others, improvement intel- lectually and morally, a higher standardization of character, an elimination of the Hlower class! in our cities, 21 general develop- ment making our people truly the superlatives of the race- and developing America, their fitting home. usually be preferable to that brought from a distance. Of course, occasionally, outside attractions would be valuable, and would help to keep up interest; but most of the forum work should be done by the mass of the people. Now let us turn for a moment and consider more definitely what the main objectives of the meetings would be. The hrst and most important would be the discussion of world questions. Many curiously strange ideas seem to lind lodgment in peoples' minds concerning world affairs which, when explained and reflected upon, appear perfectly simple. as the relation of Russian interests to the Dardanelles, or the German interests 01' the Austrian interests, or. again, why Austria wants Salonika 01' why Great Britain needs Egypt. So the first task would be to clear the ground of foolish and biased notionsaud then pro- ceed from a common starting point to consider the mattersim hand. as would a man from Mars who upon visiting this planet should be asked to settle some difficulty between two terrestrial opponents. He would have to study the situation in detail. Then the two leading types of government in the world to- .day would need extended study, imperialism and democracy. W ithout a doubt any reasoning concerning the merits or de- fects of either type would necessitate a study Of the history, advancement and results of both types in order to form a solid foundation upon which to base our future judgements. Such study would certainly be interesting and extremely prohtable. for the history of the race is an epitome of the failures and suc- cesses of man throughout the ages since the earliest dawn of history. Having properly set forth each type in its proper light and weighing each carefully, the weaker would soon be found wanting and not only that but the individual would know why the other type was superior an effect worth all the effort ex- pended by him in such a direction. During such a close investigation of governments and national policies one would soon come to know what the status of each nation was and what relation each bore to each other. For instance, we in America would feel the interdependence of . the larger governments such as England, France, Germany, and the United States. We would discover for what we are depend- ent upon other nations and why. We should then see how this dependence bears upon the present struggle, and of most import- ance, we would study the ways and means of reducing this de- pendence as far as possible. We would then be studying econ- omics in our own country and the industrial pursuits which are carried on so extensively and those which we should undertakee as, for example. the dye-making industry or the production of commercial potash. Government ownership or support might of course be an important factor in the beginning of these industries; and the study of such questions would lead the discussion into the un- limited field of the study of our own government. It is surprising to know how few people know the manner of apportionment of senators and representatives in either state or national governmentsehow many know of what use the Wlays and Means Committee is in our Congress. Thus it is evident that the field is almost boundless and we would be richly recompensed for the time and effort expended in studying it. Results would come slowly but surely. After a period of five or six years the intellectual atmosphere would be bettere radically better. I have heard of a small town in the west where almost everyone is a musician of some sort, either vocally or in- strumentally. It is claimed that the very atmosphere of the the place breathes harmony and rhythm and the songs of the birds seem sweeter and the murmer of the brooks more beautiful be- cause of their environment. If such a village can attain to so ' A General Study of World lmtereslSeOreliom GERALD WILBUR. In these days of international disunion and warfare every nation and every citizen should mark with keen interest and cool judgment the events of the day. It is the duty of all American citizens, and also of those who anticipate the franchise in the near future, to interest themselves in these events. Doubtless many are doing this effectively but it is, however. plainly shown in many ways that there is need of more enlightenment upon current events and the important subject of government admin- istration. If this is to be a Hgovernment 0f the people. by the people, for the people, ' we cannot expect the policies of the government, the administration and actions of the govetmnent, to be otherwise than representative of the people behind the government. If the people are servile we will have an autocracy, if they are anarchistic. we will have no government, and if they are a reasoning, thinking and educated people, the result will be a democracy. A great deal has been accomplished by the universities of the land towards developing an educated and thinking people, but there is still much to be accomplished by Other agencies. The public school with its- study of history exerts a marked in- II II Huence, but after the pupils have left school there are still import- ant questions and duties of which they should gain a better understanding. It is for this purpose that forums for studying national and international questions should be established. It the use of such terms as national and international would frighten the average citizen, we would call the forum a meet- ing for discussing our countries welfare. Every rational being has some ideas about this subject, however absurd or biased they may be; and it is his privilege to state his views, and either con- vince his associates of their validity or be convinced of their falsity. The forum certainly would be the proper place for bring- ing out such differences as are inevitable when public matters are debated. Here in a democratic and informal meeting where neither race nor creed, sect nor sex should count, but where the laboring Class would be 011 a level with the moneyed Class, every man would have his free but equal chance and doubtless all would gain valuable information. Again, with all classes of men represented it ought not to be any serious problem to Find some who would be able and willing to conduct such meetings, and in these meetings local talent would , Evidently he had found government work more remunerative than school teaching. The next picture I greeted with joy for beyond any doubt I was looking into Mr. Jewett's room here in the same old Normal building. I waited expectantly until the inner door opened and our Classmate, M r. Colburn, emerged, arms locked behind him, lost in thought. I should have enjoyed seeing him teach but was not given that pleasure for the picture faded just as a class. was coming in at the door. I was not to leave the old school just yet, however, and I was also to see a class recite for the next picture took me to the eighth grade room. Here a poor practice teacher was struggling frantically with a class in Arithmetic while in the back of the room sat the critic. At first her form was very indistinct, but as the picture cleared, I recognized the unmistakable features of Miss Anna Lown. The next scene shown me was the ofhce of a railroad mag- nate. Here several inhuential railroad presidents, lawyers and W all Street brokers were gathered for an important business meeting. I know you will be interested to learn that our class is to send some of its members into the business world. for among these people I recognized Miss Newton. Miss Boss, Miss Dikeman. Miss Taylor and Miss Arnold. The next was particularly delightful. An old country es- tate in England was shown as the scene of a house party. Pretty women were plentiful, but most charming of all was the hostess, who is known to us now as Miss Edith Blackham. The next picture was equally pleasing. Mr. Nelson dressed in a major generals uniform, was seated in a deep arm chair, surrounded by three rows of children to whom he seemed to be telling an especially interesting story. I wondered if it might be of how he won the uniform, but as I did not hear the story I cannot give it to you. Following this came a slightly sadder scene for I saw the long, white stretch of a hospital ward. Far at the other end was the matron, to whom all the nurses went for orders. As she came down the aisle between the beds she had a smile and a cheery word for every one. I felt sure, long before she reached me, that that lithe form so bubbling over with health and hap- piness must surely belong to Ester and I was'not mistaken for when she came near enough I recognized Miss Stevens, The sun was sinking low in the west and as though to make the most of our time. my strange companion threw a series of delightful home scenes on the water' in such swift succession that while the central figure in each was familiar I could identify none of them. At last, the sun was entirely gone and I lay watching the water and thinking of all that I had seen. t W hen I remembered my companion. I turned to find him gone. He had spoken no farewell but had gone silently, leaving me to my thoughts. I looked all around for him as I wanted very much to thank him. Perhaps if you will be on the watch for him, he may appear to you someday. If he does. please thank him for me. These are the glimpses he gave me of the future. Perhaps he is a true prophet, perhaps not, but this I know. Whatever place we may fill in the world, whether great or small, each one of us will be stronger, better men and women for the two years spent here at Fredonia N ormal School. The picture vanished and I turned to find my little magician watching me intently. We stared at each other for a second until the glass began to move again. The sunbeams played over the water and as I looked I began to distinguish forms again. A far different scene greeted me this time. I saw a beautifully appointed studio and as the artist was hidden behind a large easel, I contented myself with watching two manly little chaps playing on the floor. There was a familiar look about the faces of these mischievous youngsters which I could not place until a dispute arose and a large hand reached out. calmly but thoroughly shook the nearest one and deposited him firmly upon a chair. This had the desired effect upon the recipient but not upon the other. personage enveloped in an apron came from behind the easel, turned the unfortunate over her knee, and using a book in place of the pr'overbial slipper, administered a good, old fashioned spanking. I know you will scarcely believe me when I tell you that this was Helen Daniels, she who was so firmly persuaded that children should he ruled by love. This picture faded and another took its place. A crowded opera house appeared. The throng seemed tense, enraptured by the Hood of song pouring from the throat of our little Mary Ronan. From the joy on her face I think she was singing some of the old fashioned Irish songs so dear to all the world. Again the picture changed, and I was shown the efficient, well regulated bustle of a huge dressmaking establishment. I wondered which one of our girls had founded so large a business. Imagine my surprise when in tripped an immaculate dandy whom I recognized, in spite of the Changes made by years and clothes. as our worthy President. He had evidently fol- lowed with great success, his inclination to cater to the fair sex. You will appreciate my difiieulty in recognizing this one He kept on until a tall commanding when I give you a short description. Long curls hung well down over the shoulders of a black velvet coat, lace ruHies almost con- cealed the white, well-eared-ior hands, and narrow, high-heeled slippers completed this startling costtune. W hen the next group of figures became distinct. I saw a juvenile court. and seated in the judge's chair wasecan you guess ?eEunice Bilsborrow. This had hardly faded before another took its place. At first I could scarcely make out this picture but at last I saw that it was a large group of young men and women assembling in a chapel. Their dress was much like ours but the straight black hair and the slanting eyes told plainly of their Chinese nationality. Just as the last of these bright looking young people were seated, at door at the back of the platform opened and a slight, white- hairecl lady in black came forward. Every student arose and the looks upon their faces showed plainly the love and esteem felt for this beloved teacher and leader. I looked again at the figure on the platform and discovered that it was Miss Hotchkiss. The face was a little worn and lined perhaps, but it wore a look of peace and content such as none of the others had held. As this picture faded, I. too, felt content, for I knew that one at least of our number had realized her dearest ambition. I closed my eyes and when I opened them again they were dazzled by a scene of extreme brightness. The sun was pouring an intense. white light over a luxuriant tropical scene. Seated 0n the verandah of a beautiful stone mansion was a figure clad all in white. He was very busily engaged dictating and re- ceiving messages from a wireless operator at his side. and watch- ing through a glass the busy scene before him. This was a portion of the canal zone. As I watched. this busy and evidently important personage pushed back the broad Panama hat which had shaded his face. and I looked into the eyes of Mr. Politoske. Cles s Prophecy. IIAZEL HAIGIIT One beautiful afternoon, about a month ago, I was out in the woods looking for birds. ' I had Wandered about for some time when suddenly I realized that I was on unfamiliar ground. However. the lure of the green was so strong that I strolled on until I came to a creek on the opposite side of which a wall of rock arose for some twenty feet into the air. A clear sheet of water was falling down the face of this and vari-colored lichens covered the rocks at either side. This prevented my wandering farther but I was not averse , to a rest. especially as I was close to an inviting bank of moss. As I lay watching the beauty around me, my thoughts wandered back to the old school and to the classmates who would soon he separating , each to go his separate way. As I realized how near this parting was. the thought came to me, HI wonder where we will all be ten or twenty years from now. I did not realize that I had uttered this thought aloud but suddenly a grotesque little form came hopping toward me over the grass. At first I thought I must be dreaming for he re- sembled closely a huge Jack in the Pulpit. of which there was a large number close by. His suit was of green, finely mottled with browns and reds and a broad cap of the same hung down in front and shaded his merry brown face. ll ll Before; I e011lcl move he stood beside me and looking down at me with hissm'all. twinkling eyes, he said, You were wise to make that wish just when you did for I alone can help you and this is 111v one daV of freedom this year I smiled t0 mvself at the thouOht of being helped 1111 this odd little fellow and I watched curiously as he brought out from within his robe a tiny mirror. He faced the sheet of water before us and hopped about until the mirror caught the sun's rays where they filtered through the leaves. IiLookfi he said, pointing to the rock, but my at- tention was divided between the rock and him until suddenly I realized that a moving picture had been thrown upon the water and I had missed the first of it. A crowd of people seemed to have gone wild. They were cheering madly. At last the crowd parted slightly and there in the midst was a slight girlish hgure beside a queer looking aeroplane. Across the front was a banner with this inscriptionw I'The first American to make a successful trip around the world in an A.er0plane The picture became clearer and I caught 111V breath for 3111613 that little 1101112111 smiling at me across the Vears w as 110 Other than our own little Helen Smith. Farewell, Alma melee Farewell Helen M. Daniels. To our dear friends, teachers. classmates, We now must say good by: T0 dear Fredonia Normal We will raise our praises high, XVelll not forget our teachers, N01 the wisdom that they told; To 0111' school we will be faithful, Her honor we'll uphold. For the glory of our Normal Wye have done our very best. We will pass on now to labor For duty is our quest. It is now for you remaining To retain the glories old That were won by valiant soldiers' Who were true and strong and bold. suitable gift. Soon, however, our treasurer brought to our notice the fact that we were not a real corporation and that we did not have stock enough to finance the two-fold idea. We were not willing to loose one article for the sake of the other. So a compromise was made. Each article was to give up somethinou yet our motto, our colors and Class gift must all be intact. Finally an idea satisfactory in all respects was perfected, and we are prepared to exhibit before you our symbol of appreciation and thanks to the Fredonia Normal School. the Star-spangled Banner. ' Another word is necessary however, before we can leave this Fredonia Normal School and the memento of the HClass of 1917, lest there might be a slight inisjudgment or an undue criticism. By this I refer to a certain variety of spirit or feeling that seems so much in evidence at the present day. XV e are now exhibiting our true national colors. Many people have preceeded us in this exhibition, but how many of these think that with such demonstration their duty ends? We do not wish to be classified with these. XVe believe in deeds and there is little doubt that many of us will be putting our patriotism into practice as soon as circumstances will per- mit. But let no one think that in the mean time we are idle. XVe, from time to time, are doing our bit. We now have one of our members, a post-graduate, serving the colors as a soldier. 'W'ork has not stopped here however, the young ladies of our class have been giving their work in behalf of this emblem. Little need be said as to the nature of their work for we all know the importance of the labors of the Red Cross and the Young VVomenis Christian Association. Finally as a bit of con- cluding evidence we have among our members some farmers, and no one can question the importance of their work. So from all these facts we prove our real spirit. There now remains a few words to be spoken to our Alma Mater and to the kind teachers who have watched over us so earnestly during our stay here. In the first place we, the llClass of 1017, feel that we have gained much in education as a result of our training in this school. We also feel that such an improvement is due largely to the kind teachers- who have su- pervised our work and who have advised our procedure. For this care we each and every one of us, give our hearty thanks, and we can repay the debt we owe by accomplishing things that will be in harmony with their great efforts. Thus as we are about to enter upon a stage in our lives where real cares begin, we hope to be remembered as a class whose aim has been the fulle fillment of all duties of life, and loyalty to the red, white and blue. memorial Orolion EDWARD J. POLITOSKE Friends, teachers and classmates :a We, this evening, are present at one of the last gatherings Of the llClass of 1917. At our other meetings we will have the pleasure of entertaining many friends, but at no other time will we be able to address so large an audience. For that reason we take the liberty to perform a duty on this occasion which otherwise would have been presented as a separate event. Other classes have performed this duty either by ivy plant- ings, tree plantings, or furniture dedications, and, as a result, we have here in our midst a great many class mementos. Our class, however, this tlclass of 1917', exceeds any other body whose honor it has been to complete the work of this Fre- donia Normal School. For that reason we take it upon our- selves to depart from the 01d established custom so persistently followed by our predecessors and will dedicate our gift to the school on this occasion. You have already had the privilege this evening of hearing our class history, thus you can see how we aspire to our position of superiority and loftiness. There is nevertheless a confession to be made. At our class meetings during the course of our school work II II we have conducted ourselves seriously and in a business-like man- ner. Many questions have been discussed. and acted on In the transaction of this business however, a certain policy has prevailed; namely that of economy. Many times problems of extravagance have presented themselves, but they have been voted down. At different times real necessities were asked for but these too were denied, so that it may appear that we have been stingy or tight-fisted. We do not wish to be judged too harshly. We believe that we are thoroughly justihed in our conduct because we have accomplished a patriotic duty. This duty is none other than that which our national government is now trying to carry out; namely that of economy and consider- ation. But as we were nearing the close of our work here, a diffi- culty arose, not because of our economy, but because we were about to part from one another. XVhat shall we do with our congested capital was the question. A plan was immediately suggested by one of our members, that we buy a banner and with the money left, buy a gift for the school. This idea proved acteptable and steps were taken to follow it out by designing a banner. with our Class colors and motto and also to choose a Beware of De Leo, who has three souls. We think she must be one of the immortal goddesses, descended from Mt. Olympus. In order that we might compute time and distance needed in judging how long Mr. Freeman would be away from the study hall the last hout in the forenoon or afternoon, we were instructed in arithmetic. We are all prepared to hang out our shingle and solicit an opportunity for explaining why $ + W : +; We encountered a most unusual obstacle here, but it was Finally over- come by Saturday instruction. We elected our Senior officers in the fall of 1916. We chose a Duke, who was to preside at our meetings ; a parrot, whose name of course was Polly, to take down and repeat our doings tapol- ogies to Mr. Politoskel ; an Atlas of which the feminine gender is Alta, whose purpose was to hold up the world by chasing after class clues, and a wee, little, dark-haired lady whom fate tried to conceal by naming her Smith, but we defy fate to do it, to preside in case of Duke's absence. Corpses! Oh, no. We are very much alive. For positive proof I refer to class meeting when the class play was discussed or its twin sister when we discussed color and banner committee. Then. if ever, our Duke needed a gavel. Can it ever be forgotten? Our class play. In spite of the hunt for boys it was a stupendous success. In this time of patriotism it is meet that we pay some tribute to our national Hag What greater could it be than to choose the red, white and blue for our class colors? Now we have double cause for loyalty to our Hag. Events occurred too rapidly to enumerate from April twenty- eighth to the end of all things, but at last on this glorious day of June twenty-third 1917, we have sailed safely into Port Knowl- edge after a happy voyage together. Behold, all ye people, the members of the Class of 191'?! Our journey is over. Our goal is won, And we must leave you all. But to gently remind We leave sadly behind. Our footprints on the polished hall. ltLives of great men all remind us We can make our lives sublime, And, departing, leave behind us F ootprints on the sands of time? Juniors, we would earnestly advise you to dilligently search the halls for our footprints and carefully preserve them that you may have guidance for your tender, erring feet. We can only hope that you will follow our most worthy example. What a surprise! First Mate Freeman suddenly becomes Steward to instruct us in Economy although we have a very good Cooke, an excellent Miller, whose name should be Don, and an unrivaled Butler with us. Well, our officers still seemed to consider us their interiors. On October thirtieth we discarded our baby clothes and ap- peared fully arrayed in rompers. This date also marks the begin- ning of our self government. On this day we, that is some of us, assembled in the Pilotls cabin and chose a dignified person, Sutton by name, as our spokesman. They say good children do not stay with us long but we are sure XVinfield-left us because we were not good enough. Of course it was natural that we celebrate this new epoch in History, so on October thirty-first we gave a social hour on the deck. This was only one of many good times. About the middle of January cruel. hard, cold winds, other- wise known as critics, began to blow us hither and thither. They have scarcely ceased blowing since. N ow we are almost past their influence, but Oh that little red book That on the desk lay. How I'd love to look in you And see what Hwy say. No'other events of importance occurred that year except that about June twenty-fourth we were stranded on the island Examination. Many of us slid comfortably off and swam home to papa and mama for the summer. Some lingered to make daisy chains and eat fudge. For only two short months did we part company, and Sep- tember of 1916 found us again on deck. More had joined us but some preferred to sail in Ford autos, especially on school nights, while others engaged a passage for life on a boat for two. The Officers still insisted that our lllatent mental energiesll were not sufficiently developed so our Captain prescribed that we land at the city of Education and study its history. He led us about the streets pointing out the houses of Plato, Aristotle. So- crates, Locke, Rosseau and'of numerous other noted people. Over each door was inscribed the reasons why its owner was famous but we never could see the connection between the phil- osphers and the funny stories. t I Later we became intimately acquainted with our souls and incidentally all the famous tricks of today by studying Psychology By the way, we have a most remarkable person in our midst. History Of The Class 010-1917 PAULINE L. DIKEMAN History has long been one of the most instructive subjects of humauvstudy. It is by studying the origin and growth of things in the past that we can appreciate their place and importance in the present. The leading persons in history stand exposed to our view, mighty in actions and in the results of their work. The history of our class is of the most importance to us. In the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and fifteen, 011 the eighth day of the month of September, a little band of Juniors embarked at the Village of Fredonia on the good ship N ormal. The purpose of the voyage was to explore and colonize the territory about the Sea of Learning. We were directed to the Captain's room where Captain Dana presented us with cards showing the course we would follow Later we encountered several other ofhcers of the ship. The next day we set sail upon the Sea of Learning for Port Knowledge which was to be our ultimate destination. Of course we had our own ideas of our ability but, much to our sorrow, we soon found out that they did not coincide with the officers opinions. In fact we were so taken clown from our high and mighty positions, that we were fast approaching the depths of the sea. However. we did manage to survive. So we sailed on and on. At last we were told that we would go 011 land the following day. It dawned dark and awful with black and lurid clouds ap- proaching. we made a stormy landing and, with First Mate Free- ll ll man as our guide, explored the terrible place which we later named Epicheirema. It grieves me to say that we left many a dear fellow passenger in this awful land of Epicheirema. Although by work- ing hard they again joined us after two more quarters in that dreary country. f About this same time we settled the colonies Grammer and Literature which were governed respectively by the Rules for Punctuation and the Laws of Reading. Life was so pleasant here that many lingered for four quarters instead of' two. Under the kind guidance of Pilot Record and Officer Jarrold t we learued many valuable facts about important countries and famous personages. We even profited by the ex- amples of famous personages to the extent of having several in our class as: at Newton, authority on the science of human affections: a Moore, who at least can recite poetry: an Arnold. whom we shall always remember as a bright and shining star; a W'ilson, who we are very much afraid is about to be abducted by the scheming German, W ilbur: a V an Buren. who in spite of the dignity of the name, is noted for being an acrobat; a Nelson, who will be a wonderful commander of a school; a Colburn, whose locks are white and snowy as becomes one so unspotted from the world; and an Edson. latest imprOVed. twentieth century talking machine. You remember Longfellow's words: school. In Oklahoma thrift-teaching is related to manual train- ing in a unique way. Problems are given showing how bad roads ' Waste time. energy and horsepower. In learning the best way to remedy this condition the pupils have built small sections of good roads. In other states practical training in habits of thrift is given by means of school gafdens. The waste of planting poof seed is shown, samples of soil are sent to some agricultural de- partment to be analyzed, rotation of crops is emphasized and the economy of using the soil for the entire season is brought out. The work in gardening led to the canning and marketing of the fruits and vegetables grownegiving another valuable training for life; In some places economy is also correlated with do- mestic science. Pupils are taught to select foods vsisely. They are shown the wisdom of buying in quantities and of paying cash ; also the need of a balanced ration and adaptation of diet to Bibliography. age and occupation. Records showing the cost of meals are kept to check wastefulness. Thus, as teachers, we can do our bit by training the child- ren we have in our care, by instruction, by practice and by ex- ample in the principles and habits of thrift. In these times when every loyal American is finding a way to help his country every one can do his part in overcoming this national fault of waste- fulness. We cannot all light nor all farm. but we can all dis- courage extravagance wherever we may meet it. No more litting words can be found to express this than those of President Wilson's: HThis is the time for America to correct her un- pardonable fault of wastefulness and extravagance. Let every man and woman assume the duty of careful, provident use and expenditure as a public duty, as a dictate of patriotism which no one can now expect ever to be excused or forgiven for ignoringf'i Thrift. an Educational Necessity ; S. XV. Straus, in ijournal of New York State Teachers Association for April, 1916. Nation of Little Savers; in nReview of Reviexvsf May, 1906. Belgium-Country that Work, Sept. 1908. Has No nVVorld'ls Pampers, Public School Thrift: A Practical Development, Amer- ican Review of Reviews? May, 1917'. .. sh: .iau'y-a .4. National Savings Banks in which money could be deposited at any post office as well as branch banks. Every rural postman carried stamps which children were urged to buy. When a child had stamps to the value of one franc he could deposit them in the national bank and obtain interest upon this sum. The gov- ernment also gave school children small deposits as prizes. In these ways ideas of thrift were instilled in their minds. The at- titude of the Belgian people might be expressed in these words: tiOur income is so much a year. We must live within it and put away something for our old daysfi On the other hand the American attitude is somewhat like this: HWe must have this and that and go here and there. So we must bring our income up to this mark. France is another stronghold of thrift, a nation of little savers and of little incomes. Her resources are less than ours, wages are lower, yet her investing power is greater than that of the United States. Her people have been taught to save and to in- vest their savings intelligently in safe and profitable ways. About 8070 of the French national bonds are owned by people of the in- dustrial classes, while only a small percentage of our national securities are in the hands of the people. Our government has sold bonds to raise a war loan of two billion dollars and doubtless will sell more later. The American people can help their country by investing in these bonds. If more of our government securities were owned by the people it would stimulate a greater interest in public affairs and result in a more intelligent citizenship. Now that we realize the seriousness of extravagance in our nation we are trying to teach and promote thrift on short notice. A national campaign is being carried on by the American Society of Thrift at Chicago, through the press, the pulpit and commercial organizations. The president has made an earnest plea for economy as a help in these war times. W riters and pnb- lic speakers urge its usefulness. But all such measures affect to a great extent only the men and women of today. What of the nation of tomorrow? Shall we slip back into our wasteful ways when the present emergency has passed? V i It is here that the schools have a part. Thrift has always been taught to some extent. The child is trained from the be- ginning of his school life to take good care of his books, his pen- cils and other materials. But even more attention is now given it. State superintendents of instruction and state governors are supporting thrift-teaching. Several states, including Massa- chusetts, have made the study compulsory in their schools. The National Education Association has appointed a committee to in- vestigate and report the methods best adapted for developing good habits of economy in school Childrenahabits, which shall better equip them for life. The introduction of the school bank is a very practical way to train chidren in habits of thrift. They not only learn to save money; they also learn its earning power. They soon find out the wisdom or folly of withdrawals for various purposes. In this way wise spending is stimulated. The consciousness of having a bank account, which. if added to, becomes a reserve fund, gives confidence and is an incentive to effort and ambition. The collection and sale of waste paper has also been used to cle- velop the spirit of economy. In the city of Washington the sale of old paper averaged $300 a week. The money was used to beautify parks, build playgrounds. and buy pictures for the schoolroonis. This method seems especially effective because the results are so evident. But the thrift we need is something more than the mere sav- True thrift means earning, working planning In many cases the teaching ing of money. and increasing as well as conserving. of these principles is correlated with some other activity of the afhrifl48oltllolory MILDRED EDDY In behalf of my classmates I welcome you tonight to our class exercises. You may be sure that we appreciate this evi- dence of your interest in the school and in us, and we hope to be worthy of your approval. While we are glad to see so many friends of the Fredonia Normal here, at the same time we re- memberthat there are some absent because they have answered the call to duty. Everyone of us is proud of their patriotism and loyalty. Y et their absence brings to mind thoughts of the crisis through which our country is passing and we realize that this is a more serious Commencement than any since the days of the Civil War. Today, when measures are being taken on every side to place this nation on an effective basis. we are discovering our shortcom- ings as never before. Among the lessons the war is bringing home to us is the necessity of remedying the prodigal spirit which has developed in this country. Before the Revolution thrift was one of our dominant characteristics. Everyone knew the say- ings of llPoor Richard and practiced them, too. HA penny saved is twO-pence clear. a pin a day is a groat a year. Even the children understood that UA small leak will sink a great ship and ifMany a little makes a mickle, but as the nation expanded vast natural treasures were uncovered and developed. So bound- ll ll less seemed our wealth and prosperity that our resources were recklessly used and wantonly wasted. Our people slowly lost their habits of thrift until today we are known all over the world as the most extravagant nation among the great powers. Statistics show that out of every 1000 population only 108 in the United States save money; while in France 340 save money; in Beligum 3.07; in Switzerland 544. In 1006 the average saving of a citizen of the United States was $41: of a citizen of Canada $131. Two out of every three people who die in this country leave no estate whatsoever, and one person out of every ten who dies in our large cities is buried in the Potters' held. There are 1,250,000 people who have failed to provide for the future and consequently have to be supported at a cost of .220 million dollars yearly. Let us see what conditions exist in other countries. Before the beginnig of this destructive war Belgium was one of the most thrifty nations of the world. It was called the Hcountry that has no paupers. Although densely populated it was pros- perous because there was thrift in individuals. in families and in the nation. Elaborate machinery was maintained for the encouragement of thrift rather than for the management of pensions and Charitable institutions. The government established Presidents Address Friends and Guests: I have the honor of presenting to you this evening the dis- tinguished Class Of 1917. I say distinguished, because of the great opportunities we have before us, which have not been of- fered, in an equal degree, to any previous class. The supreme question of the hour is: How can we best serve our country? A correct answer to this question involves recognition of the fact that the war isinot merely a matter of fighting-it is a great scientific struggle. School and college training is at a premium today as it has never been before. Thus the time is especially opportune for us to enter the held of endeavor and do our part in serving our country. While we appreciate that this point in our school life does not rival the heights attained by some, nor mark the end of? our .11 own efforts, yet it is an event, which for two years, has been inspiring us to work and good fellowship. N ow, that we have reached our goal, we have set aside this night to recall past exs periences, to cherish pleasant memories and to look into the future. We are glad that you are here and hope that you will share the evening's pleasures with us. . Some of the things we shall have to say will doubtless have little meaning for you, and may at times seem trivial, yet these very things contain much that is dear to us. I take this opportunity, Classmates, to give you my sin- cerest thanks for the honor you have conferred upon me. May the future have in store for you the success and achievements to which you are all entitled. hLife is not as idle ore, But iron dug from central gloom, And heated hot with burning fears, And dip d in baths 0f hissing tears, And battered with the shocks of doom To shape and use. I ETHEL M. SMITH Silver Creek, N. Y. hSmithy -Music and Drawing; Masonian. People of a lively imagi- nation are generally curious. uForward and frolic glee was there, The will to do, the soul to dare? EDITH HILLMAN Lancaster, N. Y. uEdyhPublic School Music; Ma- sonian. A thundering hNoV point blank from the mouth of a woman. ETHEL HARMON Brocton, N. Y. Monic -P-ublic School Music; Ma- souian. Doxft worry! It woxft last; Nothing does. HAZEL J. PLUNKETT Cattaraugus, N. Y. Plunky hRegular Normal. One year. hTo those who know her best A friend most true and hearty; To those who know her least, A very quiet party. ANNA WEBER Dunkirk, N. Y. Regular Normal. QVhy docs Anna say hHi so oftem? - hIf nothing more than purpose is thy power, Thy purpose Firm is equal to the deed. Ellen Slintz, Silver Creek, N. Y. Regular Normal. Eunice Bilsborrow, Erie, Pa. Reg- ular Normal. h Kindergarten. Es'ther Stevens, Coudersport, Pa. Public School Music and Drawing. Helen Guest, Silver Creek, N. Y. Regular Normal. Florence Dittmau, Fredonia, N. Y. Regular Normal. Ethel Waite, Casacaga, N. Y. Reg- ular Normal. Bessie 0. Miller, r'redouia, N. Y. Regular Normal. ' Mary Roman, Camden, N. Y. Pub- lic School Music and Drawing. Anna Ingram, . Westfield, N. Y. Public School Music and Drawing. Esther Turner, Casadaga, N. Y. Rggular Normal. Anna Barden, Dunkirk, N. Y. Kim: dergarten. Laura Wheelock, Fredonia, N. Y. Kindergarten and anary. Hazel Pierce, Silver Creek, N. Y. Regular Normaf. Norma B. Ellis, Dunkirk, N. Y. Kindergarten. Eva Mchs, Dunkirk, N. Y. Reg- ular Normal. Alta E. Wheeler, Randolph, N. Y. Regular Normal. Lucina Blodgett, Dunkirk, N. Y. Kindergarten. Francis E. Hallett, Hornell N. Y. Public School Music. Viola A. Kirkland. -h KATHRYN G. OlLEARY Ashtabula, N. Y. Regular Normal. HHappy am I; from all care I am free; Why arelft they all contented like me? ELIZABETH M. HAGGERTY Sheridan, N. Y. llBesslleRegular Normal. l'Of all the girls that eler were seen Therels none thatlsquite like Bessie. CATHERINE v. COTTER Jamestown, N. Y. Regular Normal. llThere was a soft and pensive grace, A cast of thought upon her face, That suited well the forehead high, DOROTHY BOSS Fredonia, N. Y. KowielleKindergarten. Alpha Delta. l'She hath a friend. h'In all things mindful not of hen self, But bearing the burdens of others. EILEEN WALSH Brocton. N. Y. Eilll-Kindergarten-Primary. Herels luck to the girl with the little side Curl, And her laugh which is so jolly. MARGUERITE ERWIN Sinclairville, N. Y. Kindergarten-Primary. llFor hearts of truest mettle Absence doth yearn, and time cloth settle. AIMEE MARDENBERG Brocton, N. Y. hHardy'L- Kindergarten-Primary. Beware of the Indian Club. Although she is most dignihed, lTlis not because of lofty pride. MYRTLE INGALSBE Batavia, N. Y. llChatter-box'l-Kinclergartens Primary. Alpha Delta. Prefers Annisl Brand. llIf perchance, I speak a little jo- cosely, V You'll kindly allow me that privi- n lcg'e. MYRA S. RYAN Dunkirk, N. Y. uMikc ePublic School .Music and Drawing. Masouian. K'Like a river, swift and clear, Flows her song through many a hcartf' AGNES R. SHANNON Jamestown, N. Y. HShaunofo-Regulm Normal; Treasurer of Y. XV. C. A. 317. 0X good understanding is needed in teaching. He is a fool who thinks by force or skill, To turn the current of this woman's willf' JENNIE A. TAYLOR Dunkirk, N. Y. Wally'L-Regular qumal. hThou comest between me 3ng those books too often. 4 FRANCES SCHMEISER Dunkirk, N. Y. HFramnie -Regular Normal. hShe and Jennie are ehumsl , hAn animated interrogation point. KATHERINE C. EIMER Fredonia, N. Y. hKatri111x'aW-Regu1ar Normah nHer modest looks the cottage might adorn, Sweet as the primrose peeps be- neath the thorn. HARRIET BURNHAM Sinclairville, N. Y. hHarrieheRegular Normal. Likes to welcome western relatives in the good old fashioned wayl nUneasy lie the heads of all that rule; ., Hefs worst of all whose kingdom is a school. GRACE BARROWS Jamestown, N. Y. Regular Normal. 54 maiden never bold, Of spirit and quiet The gentle mind by gentle deeds is known. FRANCES CLARK Brocton, N. Y. UFrau e1VIusic course. Masonian. uAye, who would pluck a rosebud' fair, W'aits not ytil time slips by. h HELEN CALLAGEE Dunkirk, N. Y. uNe!l -Kindcx-garteu course. HO bonny was you rosy brier, That blooms sac far frae hauntd- man? And bonny she, and oh, how dear! It shaded frae the cheninh sun. ' ANNA E. LOWN Gerry, N. 'Y. Uimhechular Normal. uEviaiden with the meek brown eyes. ISABEL CLARK Fredonia, N. Y. szie, Buster ePublic School Music and Drawing course. Alpha Lelta. nBut let me live by the side of the mad. , V And be a friend to man.,, a ELOISE ALDRICH Silver Creek. N. Y. hE11a-go-easy eKindergarten and Primary. WVhy does Eloise know which car to take? Ask herJ WVe see her bright and kind and tcnder, - A jolly maiden. very slender. EMMA MARTIN Forestville, N. Y. LILLIAN POST Brocton, N. Y. Regular Normal. One year. nFor the love of sweet peas. HWith temper calm and sweetest smile, YOLflI Fmd this maiden all the while? uLonnfL-Regular Normal. With rosy cheeks and ready smile, She is a cheery lassie all the while. HAZEL G. H. WILSON FRANCES E. PERSELL Ja1nestown N Y Gainesville, N. Y. uTed --Regular Normal. 011, dear! HRound her eyes her tresses fell, Which were darkest none could tell I-Iad ,-Regu1ar Normal. OTmmd, a first-class K TaylorU. A lass wi' a lang pedigree DELEO E. RICE Sinclairville, N. Y . VETA WEIMER Dunkirk, N. Y. nRicey Regular Normal. uA triiie tall, a trifle lean, But as neat a girl as Pve ever seenf' SnippyW-Regular Normal. Want- ed: a remedy for squeaky shoesy $116. is a wee bonny thinrr. ANNA M. VOIT Dewittville, N. Y. Regular Normal. Secretary of Y. XV. C. A.. 17. I'For she was jes the quiet kind, Whose natufs never vary. ESTHER TON Clymer, N$Y. Regular Normal. The O is short in my name. uO maiden never bold, Of spirit still and quiet. AGNES SWARTZ W'esttield, N. Y. Regular Normal. One year. That $1165 studious and witty, 311 not deny, And that she is full of fun, I can estify. LEVA V. ROBBINS Gerry, N.Y. ' H1301 , Regular Normal. A loyal friend. WVho hath endured the whole can bear each part. C. LAURENCE NELSON Fredonia, N. Y. ILord Nelson hRegular Normal; Masoniau; Senior play. He nothing common did nor mean.n IDA M. JACKA. Fredonia, N. Y. x Uackthindergarten-Primary; AL 45113 Delta. HTherc's a sweet little cherub that sits up aloft, . To keep watch for the life of dear Jack. MADELYN OtBRIEN Duhkirk, N. Y. ttMadhtRegular Normal. ttBlue' were her eyes as the fairy Hax; 'Her Cheeks like the dawn of dayf GR'ACE TOWN Dunkirk. N. Y. . Stubla'thRegQIar Normal. Ask Grace about thelReo. ' 'fGood things airways come in small pac-kages-z'h I RUBY E. ANDERSON Falconer, N. Y. Regular Normal course. ttHer looks do argue her replete with modesty? LETITIA VAN BUREN Fredon'ia, N. Y. Tish -chu1ar Normal; Alpha Delta. So fond of acting the clown. ttHer heartwas in her work? BERNICE MUNSON Westaeld, N. Y. Regular Normal. One year. hA perfect woman, nobly planned, To warn, to comfort and command. BULA SHERMAN Fredonia, N. Y. Billy hMusicl and Drawing; Mat souian. Believes in ttindi'vidual in- struction. . t'Gentle of speech but absolute of rule? - ETHEL SMAIL Cattaraugus, N. Y. JESSIE HURD MERRIHEW . North East, Pa, Regular Normal. One year. ttAnxious to learn and be fr'iendly, Clever and willing to work, Kind to all thbtse about her, Too conscientious to Shirk. Merry Jerryhewthindergarten- Primary. Vite President Y. W. C. A. 17. 'tHope; thou nurse oftyoung desire. GRACE LEARNED Jamestown, N. Y. hGraciousthegular Normal. . Shy and demure, wee and slight She studies with all her might. ALICE McGRATI-I Broston, N. Y. nMickie -Regu1ar Normal. She has a strange dislike for nicknames. hGentle, dignihed and sweet, A rare, true woman. ETHEL K. ANDERSON Falconer, N. Y. Regular Normal. One year. HShe is herself of best things, the collectionW MARGARET MILLER Dunkirk, N. Y. HPeggy'sRegular Normal. VVant- edsMore gasoline. Why? hHer hair, her manners, all who saw admiredf h uShe hath a queenly bearing. JOYCE MOORE Otto, N. Y. u:Tinancy -Regular NormaL One ycar. Alpha Delta. an excellent Statue of Liberty; Joyce the clever, Joyce the witty: some think her smart. but more think her pretty. NELLIE O. ROTH Alexander; N. Y. ' h Dixie - Kindergarten - Primary. A verse may find him who a sermon Hics and twine delight into a sacri- lice. HModest and shy as a nun. HELEN SMITH Dunkirk, N. Y. uSminy -Music and Drawing; Ma- sonian. Her affections are infinite and cannot be exhausted. HThere was a bonny lassic, A bonny, bonny lassie, And she lo'ed her bonnie laddie dear. M. WINIFRED SULLIVAN Dunkirk, N. Y. hhTorchyhthindergartcr-Primary. - And sweet experience proves as years increase, That wisdom's ways are pleasant- ncss and peace? DORRIS SAUNDERS VVestfield, N. Y. nDodW-Kindergarten-Primary. hThc very pink of perfection. M. ELIZABETH MORGENSTERN VVestfield, N. Y. Toots,thindergarten-Primary. The air around her Looks radiant as the air around a star. . uTo know her is to love her. MERLE COLBURN Ellington, N. Y. Whitie Regular Normal. One year. uHe doth indeed show some sparks that are like wit. ELSIE M. COOK Sheridan, N. Y. HCookie -Reg1.11ar Normal. We wonder if Elsie would miss her car so often if she got up earlier. nFaithful and earnest, yet gently and kind, A generous heart and a noble mindf, ALBERTA CROSGROVE Dunkirk, N. Y. Bert Regu1ar Normal. hWe calft please everyone all'the time but we can please someone part the time? And her modest answer and grace: ful air Show her wise and good as she is fair. DOROTHY EDSON Dunkirk, N. Y. Dot :chular Normal. . Now watch the black-haired maiden V 3 With the pearly teeth, you know, She always knows her lessons, Yet 31165 always on the go. COLLETE- E. ANGLIM Frcd'onia, N. Y. uCollie Kinclergarten and Prim- ary. Heart on her lips, and soul within her eyes, Soft as her clime and sunny as her skies. ANNA BARLOW Fredonia, N. Y. Annie Laurie, Music and Drawing. She s an excellent sweet lady; and out of all suspiciOn, she is virtu- ous. Public School 7 DE LEO SMITH Frcdonia, N. Y. Smithy Regular Normal; Agom Wan: Leader staff; Seumr play. H$11019 a scholar, and a ripe good one. :HAZEL FARR Chautauqua, N. Y. HJosialf Regular Normal. Ask Hazel why she loses her voice so often A little nonsense now and then, ls relished by the Wisest men. JENNIE M. HINES Fredonia, N. Y. Always Jc1111ie' ReguL1ar Normal. ' It is by 110 means enough to devote our care exclusively to one object. SARAH M. JACKSON Cassadaga. N. Y. 5211ly Regular Normal. She used to love Cassadaga but now-Oh! my. Quiet? Well, Pve heard it said That quietness is but a mask; Hiding deep, 21 good true friend, A partner for each irksome task. ERMA J, HOTCHKISS Fredonia, N. Y. hErm sRegular Normal; President of Y. W. C. A.; Editor Leader; Agoniau. HHave I forgotten something? For she is wise, if I can judge for her. And fair she is, if' that mine eye be true, And true she is, as she hath proved herself. : DORRIS NEWTON Fredonia, N. Y. UDedthegular Normal; Leader staff'16; Alpha Delta. Wm her the teachers chair becomes a throne. EDITH BLACKHAM Dunkirk, N. Y. uEde sKindergarten; Alpha Delta. HAiry and fairy, pert as a queen, As dainty a lass as ever was seen? RUTH N. PHILLIPS Conewaugo, N. Y. nRufush-Kindergarten, Primary; Agomau. uIn woman is all truth and steadfast- ncss. HELEN TUBBS Randolph, N. Y. hTubbyhsMusic and Drawing; Ma- sonian. UHer voice was ever soft, gentle and low, an excellent thing in woman. AGNES E. ANDERSON Jamestowh, N. Y hAgthegular Normal; yTwas on a summer's day she met her Henry Clay. hHappy art thou as if every day thou hadst picked up a horse'shoe. MARJORIE E. ARNO'LD. Erie, Pa. Likes to be called uMaggief'sReg- ular Normal; Leader staff; Senior play; Alpha Delta. Wk college joke to cure the dumps. . MARGARET ANGLIM Dunkirk, N. Y. HSigP-General Normal. 0, blessd with temper whose un- clouded ray 1' Can make tomorrow cheerful as to- day. LAURA BUTLER Arcade, N. Y. One year student, Regular course. Herehs a gracious lassie And fortune's favorite she, For when she meets dull care she says, hBegonc! We can't agreef LEAH 'J. CLOOS Dunkirk, N. Y. hLeah Jo sRegular Normal. HVVith joy her face is always shining; And tho the sky seems dark and drear, She always sees the silver lining And never loses her good cheer. RAPHAEL DUKE Fredonia, N. Y. hDukic -Regular Normal; G. W. C. Zetesian; President of Class ,17. He had a head to contrive and a tongue to persuadef HELEN M. SMITH Geneva, N. Y. nDolly hRegular Normal; Vice President of Class; Senior play. hShds pretty to walk with, and witty to talk with, and pleasant, too, to think on. EDWARD POLITOSKE Frcdonia, N. Ya uPo11y tRegular Normal; Zetsian, Senior play; Leader staff. However it be it seems to me Ifs only noble to be good Kind hearts are more than coroncts, And simple faith than Normal blood ALTA YOUNG Corry, Pa. Delta; Treasuyer of Class 17. hAs merry as the day is long? VETA ROTUNDA Dunkirk, N. Y. Vee hRegular Normal; Valedic- torian; Leader staff. ttO, she needs it not: To things of sale a sellerhs praise belongs, She passes praise; then praise too short doth blot. uBeansmtchular Normal; Alpha ' MILDRED EDDY Ashville, N. Y. u.Milliet'hRegular Normal; Saluta- torlau. . hWith a manner thafs pleasing and gracious, And a way this is friendly to all; And a knowledge of books thatts astounding, She walks up and down Normal H311. HELEN DANIELS Dunkirk, N. Y. . WIajon' Ozoneh-Music and draw- mg; Class Poet. A rare artist. Senior play. ttNot too proud to teach in schools of little country towns, Science and song and all the arts that please. GERALD WILBUR Dunkirk, N. Y. ttFinchtt-Regular Normal; Senior play: Leader staff. I do present you with a man of mine. Cunning in musir and the mathe- matics. To instruct her 00 fully in those sciences. PAULINE DIKEMAN Forestville, N. Y. I UPauliehtGeneral course; Class Historian: Agoniau. uAttempt the hnd and never stand in doubt, Nothings so hard but search will fmd it out. HAZEL HAIGHT Cattaraugus, N. Y. Bob - Regular Normal; Alpha Delta; Class Prdphet. I live for those who love me, For those whose hearts are true, ttFor the heaven that smiles above me, . . uAnd awaxts my spmt toqt The Normal GmduGHDg CIQSS . MOTTO : Summa Sumorum. COLORS : Red. XVhite and Blue. CLASS OFFICERS : President ................................. Raphael Duke 'Vice President ............................ Helen M. Smith Secretary .............................. Edward Politoske Treasurer .................................... Alta Young Valedictorian ............................... Veda. Rotunda Salutatorian ................................ Mildred Eddy Prophet ................... Memorial Orator ........................ Edward Politoske Orator ................................... Gerald Wilbur Historian .............................. Pauline Dikeman Poet ..................................... Helen Daniels Bard ...................................... Mary Roman Recitationist ................................ Joyce Moore ................ Hazel Haight HONOR ROLL: Regular Course Erma Hotchkiss, Gerald 'Wilhur, Helen M. Smith. Raphael Duke. Dorris Newton. One Year Students Haze1 Haight. Kindergarten-Edith Blackham. Kindergarten and Primary Ruth Phillips. MusiC He1en Tubbs. Drawing He1en Daniels. SLIIDI'DQ 8L; mom m 1917 The Normal Leader $fo 1916-17 Erma J. Hotchkiss, Editor-in-Chief ............. Normal :17 Raphael S. Duke, Associate Editor .............. Normal '17 Edward Politoske, Advertising Manager ......... Normal T7 Theo. Hart. F. Barnes, Asst. Advertising Managers. .H. S. T7 Gerald W ilbur, Financial Manager .............. Normal '17 DeLeo Smith, Normal News. . . .' ............... Normal T7 Dorothy Hart. H. S. News ..................... H. S. ,17 Veta Rotunda, Literary Editor ................. Normal ,1? ?is Eugene Jewett, Asst. Literary Editor ........... '. . .H. S. ,17 Robert Schwan, Normal Alumni News .................... Bruce Mathewson, H. S. Alumni News .......... Normal 18 George Tadt, Athletics .......................... H. S. T? Florence Slaght, Exchanges .................... Normal 18 Marjorie Arnold, Jokes ....................... Normal 317 Mary Roman. Art Editor ....................... Normal ,1? Dr. M. T. Dana, Prof. F. N. Jewett, Mr. Morris,. . . . ............................ Faculty Advisors x81 LEGEND COMMITTEE. Alice McGrath, Esther Stevens, Margarette Miller, Hazel Wilson, Helen J Smith, Myrtle Ingalsbe, Kathryn Eimer, Dorris Newton, Eunice Bilsborrow, Sara Jackson, Grace Towne, Helen 1 Daniels. N DEPARTMENT COMMITTEE. Aimee Hardenburg, Myra Ryan, Maragrette Miller, Agnes Shannon. COM MITTEE ON ADVERTISING. Eugene Jewett, Elizabeth Allen, Harry Hickey, Dorris Newton. 19I6-1917 THEvNORMAL LEADER STAFF THE FACULTY STATE NORMAL SCHOOL l9l6-l9l7 Myron T. Dana, Ph.B.,Pd.D ..................... Principal Andrew Y. Freeman .............. Superintendent of Practice Franklin N . Jewegtt, AM ......................... Sciences Homer L. Holcomb, A.B ................ Ancient Languages George G. McEwen, A.M..Pd.B. . . .Psychology and Gegmetry John L. Dah-I' .......................... Assistant Sciences Frank J. Monthrose. . ................. r Xlgebra and Sciences Richard E. Morris .................... Algebra and English 'Anna McLaury, B.S..Ph.M ........................ English Lillian Fliege ............. . ..................... Drawing Edna Fuller .................... Director Physical Training Carrie L. Record ...... Primafy Methods and Principal of Junior Department Jessie E. Hillman ...................... Instrumental Music Bertha Kyle ......................... Assistant in Drawing Rachael M. Jarrold, AM ............ ............. History Elizabeth Mertz, PILB .' ........... l. . . . . .Modern Languages VFQCUH-y i916-I7 Harriet Bannister ........... Assistant in Instrumental Music JohiifC.'Reynolds. . . .Manual Training and Mechanical Drawing Margaret H. Start ........................... V ocal Music Grace Alma Badger ................ Assistant in Vocal Music Iglia D. Sherman. .1 .......... Principal of Senior Department Jennie M.'.Merri11 ..................... Critic, Eighth Grade Clara M. Dane'y ........................ Critic, Sixth Grade Linimi v. Stewart ...... I ................ Critic, Fifth Grade Ethel L. Ki1ts ........................ Critic, Fourth Grade Francis H. Killen ............ -. . ...... Critic, Third Grade jessamine Ellison ..................... Critic, Second Grade Laura E. Treadxyay ..................... Critic, First Grade Mary H. Cranston ................................ English Edith Graves ................... Supervisor of Kindergarten ........... . . . . . . . . . . . . .Director of Kilidergarteu Mary Welles; ..................................... Violin Clara A. Ross. ......... p ................. Principal's Clerk The Fredonld Noerl SChOOI ' Miss Elizabeth Mertz Communities, like individuals, have Visions which gradually take a form which develops as the years come and go. A vision of higher education for the youths 0f Fredonia and northern Chautauqua County materialized in 1826 in the old Fredonia Academy, which for forty-one years brought to ever increasing numbers of Students the education they sought, htting them for college 01' for the various walks of life. But-in the year 1866 a greater vision came to Mr. XNillard McKinstry, the editor of The Censori', Hon. Henry C. Lake and Mr. Phin. M. Miller, a former academy student, who first conceived the idea of securing a Normal School for Fredonia, which would not only include the Academy, but would give professional training to hundreds of students in Western New York. These far-sighted men secured the co-operation of many of their localfellow-citizens and a year later the cornerstone of the first Fredonia Normal School building was laid with imposing civic and masonic cere- monies. So willing were the people to sacrifice for the cause of education in their midst, that they offered the site and bonded themselves for the building to the sum of $100,000. At that time this sum was one-tenth of all that the village possessed. In 1873 the first academic class was graduated under Dr. Ann- strong, the first principal in the new building. Under Dr. Palmer's successful leadership, a long period of gradual growth began which has made the hours of vision most fruitful. The first kindergarten in the state outside of New York City was opened in Fredonia Normal, from which scores of well- trained young women have gone forth to help little children co- ordinate mind and muscle as a preparation for their school life. lllll A vision of better things for the physical development of every boy and girl in the institution has resulted in the securing of a gymnasium and an efficient teacher, who has developed to a wonderful degree, corrective, aesthetic, and gymnastic work in order that sound minds might be trained in sound bodies. Early in the history of the school a department of in- strumental music was opened, and in 1907 a public school music course was offered. The ideals of these departments are high and, as a result, not only the school but the community have greatly enjoyed many of the best concerts that come to them through the efforts of these departments, until Fredonia is a center of musical talent and appreciation second to none in a town of its Size. Dr. Myron T. Dana. the present efhcient principal, has not only carried on the work of his predecessor, but has had a vision of even greater things for the Fredonia State Normal. The Manual Training Department has recently been fully equipped with modern machinery, and the scope of its work enlarged. The Drawing and Art Department correlates its efforts from the first grade through the special course for teachers in order train the eye. to develop an appreciation for beauty in nature and good taste in home building and fur- to in created objects, and nishing. There are now Eve professional courses, which send out every year over a hundred young men and women, who are not only prepared to do well their part in the great work of ed- ucation, but who have gained for themselves those physical, men- tal and social ideas which make for the tlahundant life. THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL FREDONIA. N. Y. 1.W H8313 line in deeds, 1 10tgea1's' in thoughts, not hreaths; In faslings, not in figures on a dial. We should count 611113 139 Iwart throhs. 35,13 most liucs 143110 thinks most, faels the noblest, acts the best. FOREWORD B, THE EDITORS OF THIS CLASS BOOK, EXTEND TO ALL A HEARTY GREETING. IT WAS WITH A FEELING OF TREPIDATION THAT WE BEGAN TO GATHER MATERIAL FOR 80 FITTING A SOUVENIR OF OUR LIFE IN FREDONIA NORMAL SCHOOL. BUT THE LOYAL HELP OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SENIOR AND jUNIOR CLASSES SOON DIS- PELLED IT. TOGETHER WE HAVE MADE THE BOOK AND XVE HOPE IT WILL BE A SOURCE OF PLEASURE AND INTEREST. WE WISH TO THANK ALL XVHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED MATERIAL. AND THOSE WHO HAVE AIDED SO GENEROUSLY WITH THEIR ADVERTISING PATRONAGE. DEDICATION TO OUR ALMA MATER THE SENIOR CLASS OF NINETEEN HUNDRED SEVENTEEN MOST GRATEFULLY AND RESPECTFULLY DEDICATE THIS VOLUME 1L4? I.IIILE . Eat: . :2: , . h ,. . . . , 3 . .z , .. I u, r . . A l ,2 I . A , 7V 42. . .. . , I. , . . . g I I, I . f .x T .. ,. . ,1 a ,. , x 2 . . . . 1:2. i . I z . .. r, , z . . . x, , , ; . ; . 1 1 .. ., . x . . , la, 7 .. . 1 V I . I . . ix W W; F N3