Spring Arbor University - Echo Yearbook (Spring Arbor, MI)

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FORENSIC CONTESTS Virginia Powley Asbury McCallum Violet Dodds George Wilkin Col. Declam. '33 H. S. Oratorical '33 Col. Declam. '34 H. S. Declam. '33 H. S. Oratorical '34 Many fields of extra curricular activities present themselves to the student as he enters high school and college. He must of necessity choose those in which he is the most interested. It is certain that he does not choose amiss if he decides to take part in at least some of the forensic activities of the school. His reward will be the ability to meet the public with greater ease and effectiveness. In the high school department there are three fine opportunities for the student who wishes to develop his ability to speak. The debates, declamatory contest and oratorical contest are con- ducted under the auspices of the Michigan Forensic League. This arrangement gives the stu- dent opportunities to meet with other schools. All orations for the oratorical contest are original with the student who gives them. They also deal with subjects vital to the community. The task of writing an oration is not an easy one. The student learns how to collect material, how to organize this material, and then how to get it woven into an oration. This training alone is valuable. But in addition, he too must meet the public and effectively deliver his oration. This is open to Juniors and Seniors. Those taking part in the declamatory contest learn some speech which has become famous. They endeavor to deliver with naturalness and directness these speeches. It is a splendid oppor- tunity for the Freshmen and Sophomores to learn to appear before an audience. Cash prizes are offered for both the declamatory and oratorical contests. The interest in the forensic activities has been growing for several years. We hope it con- tinues to grow. For we are convinced that the student who puts forth the effort to participate in one or all of these activities will find himself amply repaid. ' MARGARET j. MATTHEWSON. O UPLIFT 'Twas only a painting of the sea Along the English coast Where barren chalk clifts raised their brows Against the sea to boastg Where angry surges thundred loud, Like clamors of a motley crowd In riot, gathered at the site Of some fair states' judicial might, But high above the clash and strife, The sea-gulls, soaring thru The clouds, knew naught but of their life Of perfect liberty! So human souls can live, tho in A world of conflict caused by sin, Lives full of joy pure and serene Thru grace bestowed by Christ our King. LAURINE DEYO. Page Forty

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,, . ,, .,e1,,, M , A. ., . aa , ivan-mf.,,:.,.za:ex WARNING! Don'f Read Th , EI', d Idff rf l blhd Il b is years cm is istincty i eren rom any previousy pu is e . t isis een our desire to produce a book containing an account of school activities published in the latest style ,year-book designing. Consequently, it has been possible for us to get a larger amount of material to a page. The reduction in the number of pages is not indicative that a smaller quan- tit o interestin acts are inc u e . y f g f l cl d The Staff has struggled against financial problems which, for a time, seemed insurmountable. The Business Manager, Mr. Voller, has done well to enable us to publish this year besides pay- ing a large deficit incurred in past years. Moilnting and trimming, which in previous years was a large item of expense, was done this year by our Art Editor, Gertrude Gay, thus eliminating that extra charge. Thus, by rigid economy we are able to publish this book. I wish to thank the Staff for their spendid help and the entire student body for their hearty co-operation. Especially do we thank Vera Justice, Evelyn Voller, Lucille Wilcox, and Ruth Wilcox for their aid in typing. Although not members of the Staff, they have worked faithfully in the preparation of this book. We would not fail to thank Prof. W. M. Townes. He has been ever ready to help us when difficulties presented themselves. The Echo,' is yours. W. BURTON MARTIN, Editor-in-Chief. ECHO STAFF 1933 Harriette Warner Merlyn Vollet Gertrude Gay Anthony Zeller Edgar Whiteman Eldon Whiteman Burton Martin Marion Andrews Simon Kline Prof. Townes Faculty Advifvr 1934 W. Burton Martin Editor-irz-Cfhief Merlyn W. Vollcr Buxinesi' Marxager Gertrude Gay Arr Editor Bethany Jane Smith Asfl. Ifdilur Merwin Hicks A55't. Bur. Mgr. Mabel Hicks Athletic Editor Vivian Gallup joke Editor Lorraine Dowley Calendar Editor Prof. Townes Faculty Advisor Page Thirty-nine

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BOYS' BASKETBALL Basketball is one of the major sports at Spring Arbor in which practically everyone is in- terested. During the winter months basketball comes into its own and, although we do not par- ticipate in inter-scholastic games, our intra-mural games show real playing skill and perhaps more important, real sportsmanship. 5 Last year the College Freshman boys won the Championship. Again this year, they, though now College Sophomores, carried their banners to victory. LADIES' INDOOR Ladies indoor is one of the youngest sports which has been initiated. Perhaps that is the reason why it has not aroused as much interest as other athletics. As a good take off , the season is begun with games between the old and new girls, helping to break the ice and create a friendly spirit in all situations. The tournament has been won by the Seniors of the last two respectively. Fair play and co-operation are its outstanding qualities of edu cation. MEN'S INDOOR The season being too hot to start the annual soccer schedule, the gap was filled this year by a round of indoor. Each class entered an enthusiastic team. The final game was between the old rivals, College Freshman and High School Seniors. Two energetic teams walked out on the Held, both aspiring to win the trophy. Both played good but the Seniors triumphed. GIRLS' BASKETBALL As a result of the large number of skillful players who participate, the past two seasons of ladies' basketball has increased in excitement. The Juniors succeeded in winning the 1932-33 tournament after many hard games and persistent Hghting. It was hard to predict the outcome of the 1933-34 combat for the teams were evenly matched and steadily improving. The final game between the Seniors and College Freshmen was exceedingly exciting. Victory for the Col- lege Freshmen. SOCCER The 1933 soccer season started with a bang. Merlyn Voller, our athletic director, ar- ranged two tournaments. The first was the percentage and the last, the elimination. In the first tournament the Col. Freshmen and Col. Sophs were the two Sttongest teams. The elimina- tion tournament featured many exciting combats and the final struggle was between the Col. Frosh and Col. Sophs. The final game was a Hne example of good sportsmanship. The Col. Frosh were victorious. The 1934 tournament was won by the Col. Sophs . ATHLETICS Page Forty-one