St Anthony High School - Tattler Yearbook (St Anthony, ID)

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THE TATTLER had the privilege of seeing the famous bearded lady, but of course, we above all others, could easily tell that she was Marion Hammon. We were informed that Elva Primm had become a nun and was devoting her life to the good of others. We were also told that Percy Wilcox was touring the country as a public speaker, choosing for his subject “The Defects of Tobacco” in its many phases. From Oregon we proceeded on our way to Idaho. Here we found many of the 1926 Seniors, especially in and near St. Anthony. W e had the pleasure of meeting Reed Coffin, as well as many of the others. Reed was one of the leading employees in the “Big Window Washing Company” of St. Anthony. Here in the fertile Snake River Valley, we also found James and Elmer Ludlow making a fortune at truck gardening. V e learned from the Ludlows that Burton Stevens and Burt Root were doing fairly well— Burton as the chief plumber, and Burt the outshining blacksmith of the community. While visiting here, we were told that Ross Farnsworth, due to his ability as editor of the Tattler, had become the chief editor of one of the leading 1 papers of Twin Groves. Of course, Twin Groves was no longer a village. Here we entered one of the leading style shops and found the owner to be a very quiet, stately, dignified person and upon looking more closely, we recognized her to be none other than Jennie Meredith. We learned that Lois Neeley had gained a fortune from her famous poetry, pop- ular throughout the world. At Idaho Falls we saw Marie Hobbs and Mary Stanford engaged in the mar- celing business for “Males Only.” In Pocatello, we met Beatrice Hudson, where she had attained the acme of her success as an artist. She was traveling with the “Taylor Players,” putting on their “make-up.” We began our return trip, but, while crossing through Montana, we were forced by a severe storm, to land our machine on the rolling plains. We walked three miles to the nearest house, where we were greeted by the foreman of the cattle ranch, Dean Tracey, and his assistant, Austin Green, both typical western cowboys. After the storm, we proceeded on our way. In Denver we met the well-known social reformer, Gazelle Sorenson, who was speaking against the evils of modern dancing. On the streets of Kansas City, we met the noted Dr. Ard, who is well-known for his skill in dentistry. Wayne told us that Gilman is an Ambassador to Germany. By this time we had had a very enjoyable trip. We had seen some of the 1926 Seniors and had heard of the others. Thus with much satisfaction we returned home to resume our own respective duties, and to dream of the cherished memories of 1926. 1926 r- — — -j [ 19 ]

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lr-- — — r S THE TATTLER E Senior Class Prophecy ! H AVING taught school for some time, I was granted a pension and decided to take an extended trip by aeroplane with a friend. We intended to visit many of the most important cities, St. Anthony being included, and I was desirous of seeing or hearing of some of the Seniors of 1926. We began our journey from the City of New York. The night before we left there, we attended one of the leading theaters and whom do you think we saw as a chorus girl? It was Pearl Jones. We talked to Elda Burrell a few minutes before our departure and we learned that she was the leading dressmaker for the Franklin, Simon Company. The fame of Phyllis Alston as a basketball coach was known throughout the State of Pennsylvania. Our first stop was at Philadelphia and here we learned that Alonzo Meservy had just been elected, by a large majority, for Governor. After talking with Alonzo, we learned .that he and Ella had been happily married for about six years. We journeyed on, but on account of a dense fog, we were obliged to land our plane near a small cottage, out of which rushed some little Foggs and their mother, whom, of course, we recognized as Verona Blake. We were told by Verona that Edla Rice was an old-maidish court reporter of the first rank. We all remember Edla’s ability in shorthand. While spending a few days in Cincinnati, we were visited by Thomas Birch, by profession, a salesman of ladies’ hosiery. Here, we also found Vilas Prater, who was receiving large gains from his ever-paying occupation as a “boot-black.” He attracted throngs of people about him by singing sweet melodious songs. In Nebraska we met up with the most pathetic scene of all. You will all remem- ber well the popular little Kate Buchenau. Here we found her, a widow slaving away her life by taking in washing to support her five hungry children. Of course everyone knew that Franklin Cusick and Corlyn Deatherage were fam- ous throughout the world — Franklin for his noted scientific discoveries in Africa, and Corlyn for having robbed Albert Tangora of his Typewriting Championship. We were told that Jeanette Potter was receiving large returns as a Spanish ; teacher in Africa. While in California, we visited the Stanford University and there found Ralph Fisher, a “bugology” instructor. At Hollywood we heard everyone “raving” about the noted western actor who had just become famous by his daring performances, and upon investigating the matter, we found him to be a 1926 Senior, Frank Fletcher. We were permitted to visit some of the studios and, when we entered one of them, we were very surprised to see Alan Nyborg directing in a dance many beautiful chorus girls who stood smilingly before him. We attended several radio parties and the most interesting account, which was broadcasted to us, was the fact that Ila Horkley, the first lady to attempt such | an undertaking, was preparing to be nominated for the Presidency of the U. S. From this same source we learned of the great debating and fluent speaking ability of Ross Torrey, who is now seated on the bench of the Supreme Court as Chief Justice. We visited many interesting points and made our next stop at Portland, Oregon, where we attended a large circus. Upon entering the main tent, we recognized as “Princess of the Lions,” Edythe Watts, taming the ferocious beasts. Here, too, we 1926 f 18 1

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Ei THE TATTLER E Last Will and Testament of the Class of ’26 j W E, the Senior Class of the St. Anthony High School, on departing from it, declare this to be our last will and testament which will be very bene- ficial to those we leave behind. To the St. Anthony High School, the Senior Class of 1926 leaves its sincere desires for the improvement and advancement of the school through the incessant efforts of each member. To the Faculty, we extend our utmost gratitude for the wise instruction and ex- cellent guidance which we have received from them. We leave to the Juniors our ability to win and hold successfully a large majority of the Student Body offices, our athletic ability, and our excellent influence in all of the other activities. I To the Sophomores, we leave cur thanks for the aid which they have given us, and also our desire that they may profit by our many achievements and few failures. To the Freshmen, we will our desire that they may be guided successfully through the four long years of earnest toil. And lastly, the individual members of the class make the following bequests : Phyllis Alston wills her musical talents to Roy Peterson. Make up for lost time, Roy. Ella Andrew leaves her ability as yell leader to Bill Breckenridge. Elda Burrell leaves her ability to give humorous readings to Charles Kennedy. With a gift like this, you should attain success. Thomas Birch wills his studious and quiet disposition to Enid Simpson. Catherine Buchenau wills her stately height to Delta Jorgensen. Jeanette Potter leaves her ever curly hair to Nance Smith. Austin Green wills his broad athletic physique to Bill Ferney. Edla Rice wills her special ability of vamping the men teachers to Ruth Caldwell. Take advantage of your opportunities, Ruth. Vilas Prater leaves his power as a vocal genius, and his ability as business man- ager of the Tattler to Ralph Watson. ! Verona Blake wills her many daily compliments which are showered upon her by James Ludlow, and also her love for a missionary to Lucille Nielson. Ross Torrey wills his ambition as a football player to Howard Johnson. Reed Coffin leaves his oratorical and debating ability to Osborn Ashcraft. Pearl Jones wills her quiet disposition to Blanche Nielson. Burton Stevens leaves his sense of humor and his skill as a drummer in the school orchestra to Dan Cazier. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. To Arthur Kennedy, James Ludlow leaves his ability to give T-L’s to the ladies, and to give complimentary notes to the girls. Ralph Fisher wills his wonderful ability as a football player to Clayton Sorenson. Jennie Meredith leaves her power to freely express herself to Clyde Hunter. To Wayne Davis, Percy Wilcox leaves his extemporaneous speaking ability. Marie Hobbs leaves her good geometry grades and her persistence to Dorothy Duncan. Gazelle Sorensen leaves her melodious voice to Earl Ivastens. Elva Primm leaves her power to shock the vicinity with speedy decisions to Mary Jensen. ! 1926 s [ 20 ] j