Sandy Township High School - Flambeau Yearbook (Du Bois, PA)

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THE SANDY HIGH SCHOOL FLAMBEAU. 21 A Svrhnnl iliininrg nf the 15122 Gllamn nf Smnhg I-Iigh Srhnnl At. the opening of the school term of ,18 and '19, the know- ledge of the people included in the 1922 world, who were destin' ed to sway and enwrap countless teachers and upper classmen with their blissful ignorance, consisted of the tllree Ii's, a little spelling, gI'Zllllllll2ll1', and geogrraplly. The most abswrb ideas prevailed in regard to the manner of punishments, a.nd the teach- ing of subjects, that were to be literally pounded into their heads but in the closely following chapters, we will see how, in spite of all this, these people became revered and respected people of their little world, Sandy lligli School. EPOCH I. In S'l lll'Q llllll'l' 1918, amid the jokes and harsh remarks of two old nations, namely Middlcrs and Seniors, twenty-sleven pale faced and badly-frightened people dressed in high collars and loud neckties, and very clean, stiff dresses, launched their graft upon the rough sea of high education. Un Septennlu-r 13, 1918, the promising young colony met on board the yacht in the presence of Miss Mansfield, our most ef- ficient guide and advisor. We proceeded to -elect executors or officials fora term of one year, to help put the colony on its feet, and to keep it smootllly sailing. Ernest C. Ross was chosen as president, ably aided in his duties by a. very efficient cabinet, consisting of John il. l'ifer, vice president, Vivian O. WVolfe, Secretary, and liuth C. Bailey, treasurer. Un Septeinber 30, the colony met to draw up a constitution which provided for the class colors, being Khaki and Navy Blue. The class flower chosen was the Yellow Rose, and the motto, Work and Win . lt was also decided that beginning December 1, 1918, that twenty-five cents per member bc collected each sail- ing month of the year. lt was also decided that we would hold a social at the West Liberty llall, for o-ur financial benefit. Frank Pafese, a very efficient member was authorized to rent the Ilall for January 3, 1919, which he did, The house committee for the social consisted of Ruth Bailey, Mary Rupert, and Ernest lloss. The amount derived from this in cash was seventeen dol- lars and fourteen cents. Besides t-he surprises and pleasures, and the realization that included in our colony were some very good sports and business people. 'Through the success of this social another was held at the same place, January 31. The committee for this so-cial consisted of Clyde Dunlafp, Ruth Hailey, Lillian Lewis, John Pifer, Faye Mitchell, and Frank Paese. They showed their ability in this line by adding to the sum in the treasury department, sixteen dollars and forty-eight cents. An important event that happened during this time was the l ll2lIlg'lllQ of the class flower to the pink Uarnaltion, because of difficulty in obtaining the yellow rose aft the time of the season our need deinanded it. In April, 1919, a committee representing the Middler Col- ony proposed that the two colonies, namely Middler alnd Junior, combine and hold a reception for the Senior Colony which was about to la.uncl1 on other waters. The Junior Colony agreed to hold a social and give the proceeds to this cause. After much compromising between the two Colonies it was agreed that they should hold a point social for the purpose. Two social events were held during the year which proved to be great successes, and will be remembered as important events i11 the socialvliistory of the Colony. One event was a party given at the home of Lillian Lewis at Salem Junction. The other was a party at the home of Ruth Lester act Larkey Town. So amid a continual round of pleasures, this great His- tory Making Epoch was brought. to a close. EPOCH II. On September 9, 1919, a much more confident and respected Colony met for the election of officers. Tile officers selected to guide the Colony during' the second and more smoothly sailing Epoch were, Blair lletrick, president, vice president John Pifer, Secretary Ruth Bailey, and Treasurer, Vivian Wolfe. It was decided at this session that the dues would be ten cents a month. lluring the intermiwion between the first and second Epochs tive members had left our ranks and launched on other fields. Closely followed at th-e middle of the Epoch by three more, leav- ing a total nlembership of nineteen.

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THE SANDY HIGH SCHOOL FLAMBEAU VIVIAN WOLFE- MSU ' President Whittier Literary Society '22. Secretary of 'Class '19, Treasurer of Class '20. President of Class '21, '22. Editor-in-Chief of Flamlbealu '22. Flambealu Staff '21, '22. Maid of Plymouth Play Elson Art Exhibit Study Hall Captain. Athletic Association Senior Class Play. Vocational Course She would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to herself, Than be crowded on a velvet cushion. Behold, the president of the class of '22. She has made a Wonderful -president and has faithfully performed all the duties of a presi- dent. Viv. is very jolly and likes Jacks better than all the cards around the school. Our little Viv. Wanted to be a domestic science teacher because she loves cooking, and is a lovely sewer. She expects to enter Clarion Normal next fall and take up the profession of teaching. We wish her all the success in the world. It Makes -it nice .

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22 THE SANDY HIGH SCHOOL FLAMBEAU. As our finances were getting low it was decided to hold a social at West Liberty Hall, March 19. The committee ap- pointed were, Allen Dixon, Ernest Ross, Ruth Bailey, Alice Dodd, and Mary Rupert. This social added to the sum in the treasury two dollars and eighty-seven cents, showing that this was not such a. prosperous one as our first. The time had now come for our benevolent friends in Senior Colony to follow their predecessors of the Epoch before and launch in more difficult waters. 1Ve considered it our honor- able duty to give them a. reception and show our sorrow for their departure. So the Junior Colony and the Middler Colony tour new namej decided to combine and extend to them our hospital- ity which we did with much success. Again the Epoch was not all business and hardship, but along through the year was strewn a. number of very happy so- cial events. One being at the home of Lillian Long in Clear Hun. The hostess was a new member of the class, and proved to be a very good entertainer. Again Lillian Lewis, who dis- tinguished herself the term before as a. maker of good times, came to the front by giving another party at her home. All guests reported a good time. Thus, again we bring to an end a very successful Epoch. We shall see in the next how the little Colony again set sail to a better advantage. Now being the leading Colony in our little world we were henceforth known as Seniors. EPOCH III. The Colony met September 10, 1920, but alas, only seven- teen familiar faces to be greeted. 0ne of the missing was re- covering from injuries received in at runaway and would soon join the happy family again. The officials selected at this- meet- ing were president Vivian Wolfe, vice-president Grace Lenkerd, Secretary Ruth Bailey, and Treasurer John Pifer. It was decided to hold a. picnic in honor of the Alumni at Shawnee Cabin. Combining with the Sophomore Colony, lThere were now four Coloniesi we held the picnic which was a decided success. Up to this time the settlement had been growing to such arn extent that the literary needs were being badly felt. The C101- ony met to decide upon continuing the publication of the Flam- bea.u which had been started by the 1920 Colony. YVe elected the Editor in Chief, being Grace Lenkerd, and Ernest Row, Associate Editor. It was decided to purchase rings, which we did, showing good taste in the selection. During this time much opposition was shown between two temporary parties, but everything was settled through diplomatic negotiations. The ere of good feel- ing again prevailed, and it was agreed to hold a social at Salem on January 21, 1921. This rendered six dollars a.nd thirty-one cents to be added to our treasury. One of our honored a11d respected friends and adviser, Mr. Harmon, was leaving us and it was decided to have al farewell party in his honor. On a whole this was a very eventful year. because of on-e event which had been under discussion a.nd look- ed forward to since the beginning of our history. This was the removing of the Volonies to our new building, Wilson Terrace. This was a. very elaborate building, having about twenty-four rooms surrounded by a large level spa.ce for the purpose of an Athletic Field. This removal spelled success and rapid growth of the Colonies in the future. So in our newly acquired terri- tories we brought to a very happy close the long and success- ful Epoch III to begin anew one more exciting and adventure- some. EPOCH IV. On September 11, 1921, th-e colony assembled to elect offic- ers for the oncoming year. No member had departed, but later one was added in the person of William Slattery, who was by no means ai stranger to the members of our Colony. A motion was carried to keep the same officers of the preceeding year, but John Pifer, treasurer, resigned his position a.nd Mary Rupert, a very efficient person, was elected to fill the vacancy. Laura. Parry, one of our happy family, extended an invi- tation to a masquerade party at home, October 21, 1921. Every- one in attendance reported a good time, even Curly Dixon, the woman hater. I here think it proper to make you acquainted with the members of this live crew. First we will acquaint you with the people in whose hands our destiny lies. The president, Vivian Wolfe, is a big success, and vice-president, Grace Lenkerd, runs