Seattle University - Aegis Yearbook (Seattle, WA)

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S K A T T L K C () L L E G K A X X IT A I. 13 ©ur (grafctrateB 4 4 4 Leonard Joseph Reilly BORN in Seattle in 1894, “Len forsook the pine-clad hills of Puget Sound quite early in life. Thus we find him roving through Arizona, Colorado and California until he realized that the Queen City should be his real habitat. After finishing the grammar grades of the public schools in his native city, Len at once enrolled himself in the High School Department of Seattle College. Later he migrated to Campion College, Prairie Du Chien, Wis., only to return and renew his studies in our midst. Throughout his course he has been noted for a certain doggedness of purpose which has come to light especially in Philosophy classes, where he has met objections so cleverly that all the tricks of argumentation can not phase him. As President of the Debating Society Leonard has displayed suavity of manner and a determination that no member should fall asleep during the weighty discussions that have ever characterized the sessions of that organization. He has taken part in the contests for the Elocution Medal, and has been found both on the gridiron and on the diamond, showing that he has ever had the interests of the College at heart. Because of his modest, unassuming ways, we have all grown fond of Len, and wish him every success in his new walk of life. Wherever he may be we are all sure that Leonard will never be forgetful of Alma Mater. 4

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12 T II K PA LESTRA ALMA MATER, SALVE A youth afloat on 'rime's beguiling tide, Life’s journey just begun all dazzling bright, Morality, my need, I sought thy light; As some small stream, unfit alone to glide, Meanders to the river for a guide. And evermore when in a sorry plight To learn the facts that seemed lost in night. Endeavour, was thy sermon; so I tried. Restraints thou hadst to put upon my ways, Sincerely dealt, e’en leaving me more free As careful nursing helps the sapling grow. Lo! there it comes, the aim of many days,— Victorious I go. Farewell! Forme Eternal thoughts of thee shall brightly glow. Joseph McKexma, ’15.

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u T II E P A L E S T H A i' 4 Lester Byron Schorn LESTER hails from the “land of sagebrush and apples.” He was born in the thriving little town of North Yakima, June 2nd, 1S96. He attended the parochial school of his native town and completed his High School Course in Marquette Hall. Lester spent his first year of College life at Gon aga University, where his ability for oratory was first recognized on the dramatic stage. But it was reserved to the Jesuit School on Broadway to watch Lester’s growing powers as an elocutionist. As an interpreter of the stirring Alaskan pieces of the Spell of the Yukon, of the Cremation of Sam McGee, lie has been a source of delight to many Seattle audiences. He has taken an active part in all dramatic performances and is an active member of the Debating Society. As Manager of the Baseball Team and as President of the Student Body, 1 .ester has always been identified with College activities and has striven to awaken a spirit of loyalty to Seattle College and its traditions. In the classroom he has been no less active, as the many medals and testimonials bear abundant proof. Many a night and oft has the midnight oil been burning in Lester’s chamber, while others have been tripping the “light fantastic,” showing that he is a firm believer in the motto, “Genius is a capacity for staying up late” (studying). Lester is the Editor-in-Chief of the “Palestra.” We do not know what Lester intends to do, but he has our heartfelt good wishes in all his undertakings. d- 1’1« -