St Johns College - Johnnie Yearbook (Winfield, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1916 volume:

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We wish to pre- serve in lasting memory the days of joy and bliss which we spent within the walls of St. John's, and whose termination causes such deep regret. With this purpose in view, we offer you Zh? Sunflower. AI- .l. ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE BT. JOHN'S is one of a sisterhood of Lutheran Colleges. Although its primary purpose is to prepare young men to enter the theological field, it bids a hearty welcome to all young men and young women who intend to enter other vo- cations. ST. JOHN'S affords an ideal school for boys and girls, being favored by many advantages of locality and climate. Above all, its students are taught the true principles of a Christian character. It is in this that we take our greatest pride, in building up true Christian manhood and woman- hood. Our highest and true aim is expressed in our motto: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. ,QT JOHN'S also ranks high in regard to literary work We have four societies, of which two are creations of last year. This makes it possible for every student regardless of his course, to enjoy the advantages of a literary society D1 viding the old Chrysostomos into two major societies has proved a splendid success. It has brought about a friendly rivalry which has been productive of better literary work than in previous years. S. J C. BUSINESS DEPARTMENT stands for Efhc iency, Accuracy and Completeness In type writing short-hand, and book-keeplng the graduates have always found themselves equal to any demands of their employers With the thorough, systematic teaching they receive in this department the students are educated in business practice to a degree which enables them to face the world and say My education is sufficient to permit me to accept any position and if I work conscientiously Ill make good The efiic iency, accuracy and completeness of the Commerclal Depart ment, then, fosters this spirit that the student IS educated to go into the world and do real work Letters we receive from S. J. C. business graduates and their employers warrant this assertion. ' QWN ATHLETICS the Orange and Black stand for clean, whole- some bodily culture and exercise. It is our purpose to have fast baseball nines to represent us in the national game: we strive to have a swift and accurate basketball quintet to carry off the honors in the indoor game: we wish to develop superior track men and keen tennis players. But that is not the primary purpose of Athletics at ST. JOHN'S. This is only secondary and a natural result of the primary aim, which is to furnish the greatest possible degree of body culture and development to the greatest possible number of students. This ought to be the direct aim of athletics at all colleges and Sr. JOHN,S recognizes this fact. if' s 1 OUR FACULTY ,- - v,?le Unity does everything when it is perfect.- It satisfies desires, simplifies needs, forsees the wishes, ana' becomes a constant fortune. We are indeed thankful that the faculty and students of the endeared Orange and Black have at least been conscientiously striving to attain that perfect unity which the great philoso- pher expressed in the foregoing words. Other students, now alumni, have ever remembered and often remarked upon the excellent harmony in which the faculty and students of St. John's perform their chosen duties. No one can possibly more appreciate this fact and condition than the Class of '16. Laboring under their parental guidance for six short years, we are fully conscious of the unity of spirit which ex- ists at our Alma Mater, and ' which is at least one thing of which St. John's can truly be proud. Students and faculty have ever been working in direct harmony, and this has sat- isfied desires, simplied needs, foreseen wishes, and become a constant fortune. . , As the Class of '16 departs from the halls of its beloved school, it is our sincere wish that this unity, this harmony, this perfect understanding between teachers and students may continue in all the years to come. There is nothing which is more essential to' the welfare of our college, or for that matter, to the welfare of any college. ' Let's continue in our Unity,' let us do our duty right,' For Unity may turn enmity in a single careless night. .1 1 f FACULTY BIOGRAPHIES ' ' ROF. A. W. MEYER, director of St. John's College, was born near Adelaide, I Australia, July 20th, 1860. For this reason we can not feel entirely hostile toward Great Britain. He received his classical education in our sister college at Fort Wayne, Indiana. Three years later he was graduated from the theologi- cal seminary at St. Louis, Missouri. After ten years of arduous work in the church as pastor, he was tendered the directorship of St. John's, which position he accepted in 1895. The growth of the college is proof of his faithful work. Prof. Meyer teaches Hebrew, religion, and some of the German classes. X . PROP. HENRY STOEPPELWERT was the first professor at St. John s. The date ii of his birth is October 11th, 1869, and the place Kirkwood, Mo., a suburb of St. Louis. He received his classical education at Fort Wayne, Indiana,where he was graduated in 1889. In 1892 he left St. Louis prepared to enter the work of the Lord. He was imniediately called to Winfield and entered upon his worki as professor, in which capacity he has been active ever since. He has seen our college during its struggle for existence in the days when prospects looked dark and dreary: he has seen St. John's triumph. Prof. Stoeppelwert teaches Latin, Mythology, and, to some extent, German. ,HQROF CHAS. SCAER, A. M., was born October 11th 1857 near Van Wert ' Ohio. He received his primary education at the Normal University at Ada Ohio. Later he entered Hiram College. Then he enrolled ln the Tri State Nor mal College, of Angola, Indiana, where he completed the Scientific Course in 1887, and was graduated from the Classical Course in the following year Whlle yet attending here he was employed as tutor. Upon being graduated his Alma Ma ter at once offered him the cha.r of Latin, which he accepted At a farewell re ception given in his honor the faculty of the institution conferred upon him the degree of A. M. In 1894 he came to Winfield and has taught here ever since Prof. Scaer heads the English Department, and also teaches History Psychology Physical Geograghy, and religion. TPROF. LEWIS STEINER, B. S., is the second member of our beloved faculty, W who was born in Ohio, where he saw the light of day near Bluffton, March 2, 1865. He, too. attended the Normal University of Ada, Ohio. Later he mat- riculated in the Tri-State Normal ofAngola, Indiana, where he was graduated in 1890 with the degree of B. S. Since 1895 he has been active as professor at St. John's and teaches Mathematics, Physics, Botany, Physiology. and Chemist- ry. He taught Chemistry and Physics at thc Kansas State lXormal Training School at Pittsburg, Kansas, during the surr nier courses ot 1911 and 1912. Prof. Steiner has also the vocal training in his charge. ,HDROF MARTIN GRAEBNER was born at Milwaukee, Wisconsin, September 22, 1879. He was graduated from the classical department of our sister-col- lege at Ft. Wayne, Indiana in 1898. Three years later he entered into the Lord's work. His first charge was at Cushing, Oklahoma. Later he was called to Ok- lahoma City, where he was resident,pastor for eight years. In 1910 he accepted the call, and came to Winfield as professor at St. John's. In 1915 he, having devoted his spare time to the study of law, passed the State examination and was admitted to the Kansas bar in June of that year. He has the chair of Greek, and also teaches some German. ,2'..ROF. WALTER WENTE, the youngest of our teachers, was born on the first l day of August, 1894 in Germanicus, Ontario, Canada, where his father was pastor. When his father later accepted the professorship at the Northwestern College. he entered that institution and was graduated in 1911. In 1914 he finish ed his theological studies at St. Louis and was immediately called to Winfield He has been with us two years. In the summer months he takes special work at Chicago University in Latin and Greek. Prof. Wente teaches Latin German English and Religion. Sunflower' Staff CARL F. SCHMIDT, WALTER HERRLING, ..... GEORGE LUECKE, - - KARL SCAER, ..... , , . THEODORE DoMscH OLAF BARTHEL, ,.... GEORGE KETFNER, .... ADOLF HOYER,. - - ' - - . . Editor-in-Chief - -Assistant Editor , E , . Organizations . . . . ,Athletics . . . - -Biographies ,.....--.-.----.Jokes Business Manager - , E . Photographer . f-i-l. Y 'W Emo S SENIORS 4j5ENIORS! a most charming word. As Sextaners we viewed it as an inapproachable mirageg to us as Quintainers it was a phantasmal dreamg as Freshmen its luster faded away, and we considered ourselves fully equal in dignity to a Senior. But, as time rolled on, and the much longed-for goal neared, we began to feel the real dignity and duty of full-fledged 'iSeniors. And so, with great anxiety, the last year's Juniors metamorphosed into the consummate distinction of being Sen- iors. But, have we really accomplished anything great to justify our position? We must confess that we have fallen short of the set ideal. We have always tried to take an active part in all student activi- ties, although we are but a paltry number. Through our initiative, new organizations and agitations have been launched, such as the Photo Club and the Doctor's Subscription List. But as literary work is the Wt I S fiwllkwjlf Qtqffilkllbyj Sill all Mba!! Qlukilyffgjlf ff lil 0 f ff I XX E M W1 consummate aim of a college education, we naturally would look for the achievements in that line. As a result a member of the Senior Class took first both in the oratory and declamatory contests, both sec- onds also being held by Seniors. We have been successful not only in the literary field, but have also carried off many laurels in field sports. One of our members was a leading representative of the first baseball team for the last three years. For our report in other athletics, we must consult the records of last spring, as this year's season cannot be taken into consideration. In tennis, a Senior took first place, winning a gold medal: in track work we ran off with the awards in all the foot races, and also took many seconds. In the musical world we have by no means taken a back seat. We furnished a greater per centage of players in the college orchestra than any other class. Early in our history, we conceived the idea of organizing a quartet. The result is the well-known Senior quartet. Other Seniors have attained considerable capability on the piano, though hardly comparable with Paderewski or Rubinstein. We must admit that we have been rather aggressive, although we were not prompted by selfish motives. In brief, we have attempted in student activities to represent real, active, and energetic Seniorsg 9 .J I T' I--C,,.x,a.,,,,. Ha: p, nw' . , HEO. J. DOMSCH was born on the 21st of April, 1895, in Sack City, Iowa. He enjoyed an excel- ll, lent parochial school education in his youth and en- ,ll tered St. John's in the fall of 1909. Was a worthy member of the Philomathian, Chrysostomos, and la- l ter of the Dernosthenian. President of Philomathi- an. For two years he was a member of the orches- tra, playing the bass horn. His college career has lf won him many friends. ll Character is a diamond that scratches every other stone.-Bartol. xnxx egnnafa- ,.-X he LAF MICHEL BARTHEL. Born June 16th, 1894, at Plymouth, Nebraska. I Entered St. John's College in the fall of 1908. As a prominent mem- ber of the Philomathian Literary Society he became Vice President. Soon after the election the presi- dent was forced to leave, whereupon Olaf assumed the duties of president. Olaf has ever been a lover of good music and has done very efficient work in the Orchestra and Brass quartet. Music, in the best sense, does not require noveltyg nay, the older it is, and the more we are accustomed to it, the greater its efect.-Goethe. ' ' ' '- , sei- E l if ,vp vs. 'r .II Wing' in-F. . PEL flag! . 1 QMHWALTER G. L. HERRLING viewed the light of day on the 11th day of March, 1896. Burk- burnett, Texas, is his native town. In the fall of 1911 he entered the halls of St. John's and was en- rolled as a member of the quinta class. After a year of diligent labor he filled the place of a depart- ed friend in the Chrysostomos Literary Society. Be- cause of warm feeling toward his society he remain- ed true to her the rest of his college years. As an undergraduate he was elected president of the class in the spring of 1915 and served the full term of of- fice with distinction. Member of Reporters' Club, '16. 7, 4.1!-' W'J , Y J-Y ,gf QQIDOLF H. HOYER. Born at Spring Valley, Kan- sas, September 28th, 1894. His early years were spent on the farm and in attendance at the pa- rochial school. In the fall of 1909 he entered St. John's. After two years of active work in the Phil- omathian Literary Society, he entered Chrysostomos, where he was elected president in 1916. His Chry- sostoinos campaign is dotted with marks of merits and success. H Sincerity and truth are the basis of every virtue.-Confucious. Simplicity of character is the natural result of profound thought.-Hazlitt. , V A X 1. I OQAEORGE J. KETTNER. Born on the 10th of N0- vember, 1895, in the little city of Indian Creek, Kansas. After 'completing a parochial school course, he entered St. John's in the fall of 1910. The close application to his studies soon enabled him to mas- ter all difliculties. Upon entering Chrysostomos he assumed honorable positions, such as, critic, treasur- er, and vice president. While president of the De- mosthenian Literary Society, he distinguished' him- self as one capable of performing greater duties. Member of Reporters' Club '16. Little things are great to little men.-Gold- smith. QQEORGE L. LUECKE. Born the 23rd of February, 1896, at Wichita Falls, Texas. After complet- ing a high school course in his native town, he en- tered St. John's in the fall of 1914. His Chrysosto- mos career has been conspicuous. At the division of the society, George was appointed president pro- tempore of the 'unknown society.' In the annual track meet he humiliated his competitors by prov- ing his superiority in several events. George's in- cessant candid humor has won many friends for him. Good humor is the clear blue sky of the soul, highly favorable to the discoveries and progress of genius.-Shaftesbury. 1 J f l s ,l iq. :KH QMEARL H. SCAER was born on the 27th of Octo- ber, 1896, in the city of Winfield, Kansas. His boyhood days were spent in attending the parochial school. In the fall of 1910 his first calls re-echoed through the halls of St. John's. To young Karl every year proved more successful than the preced- ing one, and in the fall of 1915 he found himself at the head of Chrysostsmos. Secretary of class. Tennis singles, 1915. Baseball, '16. ' Ui? winds and waves are always on the side of the ablest navigator.-Gibbon. QQARL F. SCHMIDT entered the campaign of life November 7th, 1896, in St. Louis, Missouri. After finishing the Eighth Grade, he entered St. John's in the fall of 1911 as a Second Prep. He held various oflices while a member of Chrysosto- mos. Critic, President of Demosthenian, '16. Base- ball, '14, '15, Manager of Baseball, '16. Manager Basketball '15. Winner Declamatory and Oratory, '16. Member of winning debating team, '16. Mem- ber of Reporters' Club, '15. President of Club, '16. Eloquence is vehement simplicity.-Cecil. V 8.1 .xf r ,HIS THE CLASS OF '16 takes leave from the walls of our endeared and cherished Alma Mater, we do so with mingled feelings of joy and sad- ness. Joyful are we, because we have now completed our college education and will step out into a larger field and enter upon a definite purpose in life. Joyful are we, that, after so many years of application to our studies, we have now reached the goal for which we set out some six years ago. On the other hand, we are also experiencing a' keen emotion of sad- ness. To think, that after spending six of the best years of our life at St. John's, we are now departing, some of us, perhaps all of us, not again to spend happy hours within the circle that has so tenderly cared for us, can not but make us feel sad. To leave all our friends at this period of life and to leave them, at least many of them, to meet no more, increases the sad- ness that must fill the heart of every graduate as he speaks the farewell words to the institution which for years has been the center of his thoughts and actions. Bnt we depart with the sincerest wishes ever with St. John's, and with the assurance that the spirit which to-day lives, will always. live, and that the endeared memories of our Alma Mater shall ever remain in the soul of each Senior. Endeared Alma Mater, Adieu ! Riga, 2 Q? most 9 th is tit tha tim, feel any hesitation in sta fl0lf do we fe. tu depicts a magnificent struc above cut G? liege and their friends Co Olll' nts of de ars the stu ye U2 fl' Ol' F State. he nt structure i Of Ere -p ro 2172 mod and fe comple dent stu each Of t the heart ocks a kn that reality d to-day it is a 072 pectation ofa dormitory, 91' Ht e lived in ferue hav ry was t0 dorma LU this ne th e4 1171 J On walls. spacious S ithin it LU permitted to live be all IT! e that he 017 the h with od fortune to matricu-. Q0 8 th ho have LU opened to all be r its doors will be eptem n5 i and ceremoniously dedicated, cord .' UC One with i2 u 3 fo Nb 1' he fa 'S E 3 'Nl E :s -Q 'cs 1: E as -59. S 'ki u -Q: Q S U S VJ YI! St. J0hrz's. late in after! Ima EJ? ivat, crescot, Horea HV .llllllbiil i is ry? , .- P- , Ei .mil 1 l 'Q ' T Qrefsaxgx- ' 9- l - ' .4 ,. ,N Six 1 HEBREW N k , Ill X f' if , U V Y, gg A V Kbnevmm President, L. BoRiAcK. Treasurer, H. KLEIN. UNIORS, as a rule, are very much envied by the lower class-men, as they have finished the more diiiicult part of college work, but are not yet burdened with the grave re- sponsibility of seniors. These certainly are ample reasons for envy: but every rose, no matter how beautiful and fra- grant, has its thorns. So the Junior also soon finds many arduous and almost invincible tasks awaiting him. The first herculean work is to captivate that dreadful enemy, Hebrew, a new recruit in the ranks of his studies. And then Latin and Greek seem to have changed garbs since he saw them last, as he is now required to translate real classical literature, in which the philosophers of old reveled. Mathe- matics and the other studies have also taken a more definite form and have become more difficult to master. These ene- mies, with their combined forces, prove a mighty adversary for the Junior. But a student who has gone through the ar- duous life of Preps and Freshman and Sophomore is fully in a position to endure severe hardships. The Juniors of '16 have fought nobly and have taken a lively interest in all branches of college life. The winning 1.- T H E J U N I O R S ,,,-gh team in tennis doubles last spring was composed of JUDIOYS. gh Another member of the Class has been quite a prominent player in our basket-ball quintet and a member of the base- ball team. The Juniors have also made a grand showing in the inter-society contests of '16, They have furnished quite an addition to the orchestra in the form of violinists. Besides this, perhaps the best octet since the days of '13, is the Junior Octet. Juniors will soon be Seniors, and We -are, therefore, always especially interested in the Juniors. Juniors! Juniors ! D0n't you sigh! Y0u'l! be Seniors by and by! ftfge -rr'ATxr- ffbb- agu Q 4 C. SUPHUMUKE rg, .LBJ '1 fain sie iw .. ff , ml 1 -ff i f Z I ff' 1 A! ,,Illf!fZ,.?f2' .1 We 1 ji! Z v 1 President, H. Grmzcxr. Secretary, J. MANKE. ,gif-,..fff1' -. N., A Sophomore is that part of a real live college that never wholly sinks into a state of oblivion. Although on- ly a human being of little less importance than a Prof,, and despite the fact that he is always exceeding the speed lirnits of the college rules and regulations, we must give him credit for his faithfulness in piloting the storm-tossed ship that carries the Freshmen safely across the billowy sea of Freshman life. St. John's, indeed, has her' Sophomores. Is not their presence felt in the very atmosphere of all college ac- tivities? Are they not ever at hand to put their shoulders to the wheel that slowly but surely revolves year after year carrying the burdens of Dear Old Alma Mater? The opening day of school in the year 1912 brought together several small green things commonly known as sextaners, for the sole purpose of education. However, we must remember that from small acorns tall oaks grow. Likewise, as these Sextaners were exceptionally good seedlings, there has grown during the three years, the largest class in the history of the college. having twenty members to sally forth under the brilliant banners of Cerese and Green, beautined with the motto, Sine labore, nulla corona. The Class '18 is well represented in college athletics. During its brief years of existence it has furnished men to uphold the well-known reputation of St. John's on the diamond. In basket-ball she has contributed her just share, having given to the quintet such able men as Meierdirks, Gerecke, Mappes. Schaaf and Summers to up- hold the records of the Orange and Black. In track she has been a worthy contender, carrying off the medal for the high jump at the height of five feet and three inches. and winning nineteen points in the meet of '15. X 1 All T H E S O P H O M O R E S In music the class is behind no one. It is with pride that she hails her octet. Furthermore, the Class is well represented in the college orchestra, furnishing the pianist, three first, and one second violin, two flutes, an al- to, the cello. and the bass-violin. Her members punt forth every effort to make the music at St. John's the best possible. V In literary work she is leader. Her debators and orators have held their own against all opponents. Her members frequently perform in open meetings of the Literary Societies, and no one can deny that the Sophomores are not easily surpassed in their literary work. The class has lost only a few of its original members. Among these is our beloved Big Boy' CKarl Schaafj who is now continuing his work in Springfield. Schaaf was the star twirler of the St. John's nine in '15. The Class '19 can rightfully feel proud of her existence. May she complete the work she has undertaken. If her plans materialize, she will send twenty strong men to work in the vineyard of the Almighty. Therefore, let it be the wish of all that the Class '19 may have the blessings of all in its earnest efforts to send out able edu- cated men and women to shoulder the responsibilities that await them in the journey of life. MESS. .f.J..1lg.. ,?,ie'i,,,, We , , -6' -5- ARE'- SQl'iEDuL ir l I I NV :Z , 4155111.11 cial tb 1 is-:B rr If-1,1 44-. 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Oh, how eagerly this position is looked forward to by the 'imagined' mistreated Second Preps, who have somehow or other gathered the impression that as Freshmen they will be 'something important' An impression once thoroughly ac- cepted by the mind remains. This is true of the Freshman. Fitted out with a suit of the latest 'Pall Mall' cut. characterized with a countenance which flourishes unexcelled wisdom, he passes through the corridors and streets imagining himself to be the quintessence of importance. The Freshman of our Al- ma Mater is mistreated by no one save himself, and the more he mistreats himself the better he seems to enjoy it. But once gone through a series of Kaegi Greek Lessons-and that not Very successfully-this important air takes on a more humble and serious mien. But the Freshmen '16 have somethings to be proud of. 5?-e Q25 E F R E S H M This year two Freshmen were prominent members of the basket ball team and worked nobly to win honors, and they did. In baseball they are well represented, having a third sacker, a second sacker, a catcher and a center fielder who play not only on the team, but also with the team. In literary work the Freshmen have not, as yet, shown their standards. No Freshman '16 has given the public a sample of the class' literary ability. It is generally conced- ed, however, that material for good writers, orators, and de- baters is plenteous. Friends of the class expect the '17 Sophmores to cut quite a figure next year, and the class has all good wishes for success. ! l C. sfcown PREP QJFTQPFQN tariff' f-:Q l 'W U A RN ' fm X . Vx :'::::::: S r . .1 l di , W X is-.ess ' ff' r , ' ah . , 499 in ll 15 rx Q91 is-ll-'f-'- X Jffxf i a rf? ' -ft of President, R. PRANGE. Treasurer, C. AARON. -. ,.,,,,, ,rrr , rr.r .,,..r GD --M- , ECOND PREP, or Quinta, is one of the most important years in our course 3 for in this year the student is edu- cated in the very rudiments of correct English, Latin, and German. Upon the foundation the Quintaner receives de- pends, to a very great extent, the success or failure of his college years. For this reason he is generally more addicted to the studying habit than some of the other classes. At St. John's the Second Prep is an anxious student. T H E S E C O N D P R E. P S He has left the ranks of the 'poor' first Prep, and is preparing to embark on the beautiful and long awaited ship of Fresh- man-life. Day after day and week after week, he has his heart set to do his Quinta work faithfully so that he may become a full-fledged Freshman, a real college boy. The Second Prep is therefore the most enthusiastic stud- ent and is exemplary of true college spirit. Of course, this class cannot boast, because it has not as yet been capable of producing expert ball playersi fast basket-ball players, keen tennis sharks, or superior track meng but they have excel- lent material, and, when the time is corne, their Alma Mater will realize the full value of the Second Preps of '16, and join to speak the praise wherein the Prep rejoices. ti- f. ,iz -----gffivflllil-irlllllr IRST PREP ,. 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As this is the most exciting year for a young boy, it is generally relished immensely. The first weeks seem dreary and gloomy to himg for he is far away from home, perhaps, for the first timeg and the board is not up to mother's excellent meals. In brief, everything is strange. Soon, however, he overcomes this sad, home-sickly feeling, and becomes accustomed to the new life. He asso- ciates more with his classmates and finds that they are in the same condition. So they exchange their sad stories and it E F I R S T P R E thus finally become acquainted, so that they quite forget home, and at timest their studies. But a few mild reminders from the professor, in most cases, effect a diligent and studi- ous effort. The First Prep is also immediately enrolled as a mem- ber of the Philomathian Literary Society. At first he is dumb-founded and awe-stricken at the miraculous workings. After observing carefully, he also makes attempts, and by and by, learns how to conduct the meetings and other work- ings of the society. In athletics he must stand back somewhat and admire the feats of the older boys, although he may take part in many forms of athletics. The First Prep's favorite pastime appears to be tennis. 'YV-RAM' X 2' X E Q. YA 'fi' 3-If : 5 f ab ,, ' If lf' ZZ lf i M20 I' Uffgpfw AN: m0151115 4 . blwug ,I gb, 1 ' ff I it gf c Vlffm' - yr ,.' I ' 1 ex ff' : : '.,f- N i Tx 2 ' p ' 2239- ZiTi4iT aff ifff' a '2 'T'7--' . 'f X , A--k 3 4 tt - , l Q eff' if , fig- - 1 '14, ff A e 6' NNY' fi? OLD CHRYSOSTOMOS w-,-c,,..-n um, EARS AGO, before 1895, students of St. John's conceived the idea of some kind of a club or society which would afford an opportunity for the private development of literary talent beside the regular English and German work. In carrying this idea into effect old CHRYSOSTOMOS resulted. For twenty years, until 1915, this socie- 1 ty provided the students of the four upper classes with an opportu- 1 nity to do extra work both in the English and German languages. About 1905 open meetingsfthat is, programs to which the general public was invited, were arranged for, and the society took on a much more favorable aspect. The members resolved to live earnestly up to the preamble of their constitutiongwhich reads: fxffj We, the students of St. John's College, Winfield, ig Kansas, regarding the benefit of a Literary Society, in connection with our regular course of study, of most vital importance in disciplining our minds and refining our man- 0 L D C H R Y S O S T 0 M O S ners, do mutually agree to form ourselves into a Literary Society, and for the government of the same, exact the following Constitution and By-Laws. The evident out-come was a very efficient organization, a strong institution, and excellent literary work. However, as Chrysostomos continued to grow, both in ability and number of members, a movement was set on foot in the spring of 1915 for the dividing of Chrysostomos into two major societies. Soon after the Articles of Separation were drawn up, and on this basis Chrysostomos was dissolved into two entirely separate societies in name and constitution, yet one in purpose. The name, CHRY- SOSTOMOS, was retained for the one society, and the other was named DEMOSTHENIAN. That this was a wise move was soon proved. Working in friendly rivalry, yet not in disharmony, literary work has been given a new impetus, and better literary programs have resulted. This spring inter-society contests in oratory and declamatory, and an in- ter-society debate were staged. These were very successful, consid- ering that this was the first attempt of the kind. The result and a detailed discussion of the contests will be found elsewhere in Ui Sunfloweri CI-IRYSOSTOMOS, the OLD, lived its day and served an excellent purpose. We trust that the good which has resulted from dividing this old organization will continue. Yes, not only continue, but in- crease as the years come and go. Pl I, C if DEMOSTHENIAN HE second Monday in September, 1915, found a new society meet for the first time. It was one of the creations of the Old Chrysostomos, and came into existence as described in the foregoing article. The Demosthenian has prospered beyond all expectations. Some of the best literary programs ever offered to the public for their criticism and enjoyment have been rendered to the pleasure of many. In the inter-society contests this society took first, both in oratory and declamatory, and also won out in the debate, having the affirmative on the question: Resolved, That the Wilson preparedness program, if enacted, will be detrimental to the nation. They are now in possession of the beautiful loving cup which was presented by the faculty to the society which should be the winner of these contests. However, the cup must be won three consecutive years before becoming a permanent possession. Friends and members of the DEMOSTHENIAN are hop- ing for two victories in the next two years. We trust that the sisterly rivalry, which has proved to be of great advantage in the year past, will continue in years to come. CHRYSOSTOMGS HRYSOSTOMOS was the- name of the first literary society in the historv of St. John's. It was one of the pioneer organizations and had braved a hardy existence. and grew until it out-grew itself and became too unwieldy to offer the best advantages to its members. The resultant was a division. The members were divided into two groups, one of which retained the name of Chrysostomos, Cmost generally known as New Chrysostomosj So Chrysostomos, as it were, start- ed all over again. The last year marks a great advance, both in membership and in literary pro- ductions. It has been our paramount object to retain all the good qualities of the Old Chrysostomos and to encorporate new qualities of virtue. We have endeavor- ed to uphold the high standard of formeropen meetings. Whether we have done so or not, is a question which we shall leave for the public to answer. However, by judging from the attendance and interest shown, one must say that this has been a most successful year. Unfortunately, we did not win the faculty trophy cup in the inter-society con- tests. But rather than let our courage sink, we have resolved to win the cup in the coming three years, thus making it the permanent property of Chrysostomos. All conditions are favorable for a successful contest year, May Chrysostomos ever continue to grow and flourish! 1 PHILOMATHEAN ' HE PHILOMATHEAN was organized for the benefit of the students of the two low- er classes, and consists only of members of the FIRST AND SECOND PREPARATORY. This Society has shown marked progress during the time of its existence, and its members have rendered some instructive and interesting programs. ' ' ' r interest and Although we do not carry on rivalry with any other society, yet ou enthusiasm in literary work is growing with every meeting. We are working harmon- ' ' h b tt ment of iously, hand in hand, and always pursuing that path which leads to t e e er our literary talents. Every member of the major socretles owes his humble start to the ' ' ' ' fi h he first Philomathean, and is thankful that he was permitted to enyoy its bene ts w en came to St. John's. Th Philomathean is necessary in our literary society routine, and we are glad that e our younger students, who come to St. John's without that sufliclent amount of literary advancement to become a qualified member of the Demosthenian or Chrysostomos, have the rare opportunity to take up literary work which' is neither' below nor' very far above their standard. The Philomathean, though seemingly of minor importance, is yet quite a factor in F th' reason we hope that this society may contin- literary work at our institution. or is ' ' ' ' ' h d mem- ue and increase in literary work, and that its members may become d1st1ngu1s e bers of one or the other major society, TA BUSINESS LITERARY SOCIETY NTIL THIS YEAR the business student had the privilege to join one or the other regular literary society, each being judged as to his personal ability. In the au- tumn of '15, however, they conceived the plan of having a society of their own: a socie- ty whose members should be of the Commercial Department. Accordingly this idea was made a fact, and we have to-day a Business Literary Society. an organization of the the Business Department, for the Business Department, and by the Business De- partment. The idea and its elfect is really a novel one. Heretofore these students colaborated with those of the classical and scientific courses: but the latter, being in the majority, carried on things to suit themselves, and in this manner the literary work of the busi- ness student was side-tracked. Besides this, the literary interest of the student of the Commercial Course is quite different from that of the classical student. In organizing this new society their special interests have been subserved: and in carrying on the workings of a separate society they have slipped the yoke of dependency and are a new independent organization, free to develop themselves as they deem most expedient, and to have meetings to their own liking. The Business Literary Society was hailed with much expectancy and delight. It has now passed the first year of existence very credibly. We do not doubt that the Business Literary will be a permanent organization, a credit to the department, and a great help to the individual student. The Class of '16 hopes to see this society capable and worthy of competing with Chrysostomos and Demosthenian before many years have elapsed. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT PROF. IVER J. KLOSTER, M. A. 'HQROE IVER J. KLOSTER is a graduate of St. John's and has, since 1914, had entire 1552141 it Q , control of the Business Department. He has increased the-number of students in this course, and has raised the department to a . high standing. Prof. Kloster is also a grad- uate of The Gem City Business College of M Quincy, Illinois, where he received the de- gree of Master Accountant. IN BUSINESS OUR COLLEGE stands for the firm development of young men and young wo- men in a manner that will prepare them to enter the business world confident that they can handle any problem which the world of exchange may present. THE COMMERCIAL COURSE is not a course for mediocresg it is not a 'put in' course. No, it is a complete, an efiicient, a modern, and systematized course-such as is to be found in the standard business colleges of the country. To assure yourself of this, the record and reputation which our alumni make and have made, is the best possible evidence. THE COURSE includes the following studies: Book-keeping, shorthand, type-writing, civil government, commercial law, commercial geography, letter writing, business English, penmanship, spelling, and rapid calculation. When the doors are thrown open next September the Commercial Department will have new quarters, which will eleviate present disadvantages and raise the standard of the department. The graduates this year number twelve. Their pictures, with short explanations, will be found on the following pages. These twelve young men and women are now fully capable of per- forming the duties of educated business aspirants. GRADUATES COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT 'MEDWARD BUVINGHAUSEN enrolled as a clas- sical student in September, 1912. Entered Commercial Department. in the Business Course in September, 1915. Member of Demosthenian. Member of Or- chestra. To business that we love, we rise be- fimes, and go to it with delight. 'GHLFRED BREMER enrolled September lst, 1915. Completed a course in book-keeping and type-writing. Member of Business Educational Society. 'TEE man of one thing, is the man of success. V ' Ni, V -- GRADUATES COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT -KATE HOUSTON enrolled September, 1915. Completed entire Commercial Course. The essence of success is labor and per- severance. -WILLIAM HEIDEL enrolled September lst, 1913. He finished the entire Commercial Course. Member of the Business Educational Society. Member of Commercial Basket-ball Team. Avoid multiplicity in business ,' the man of one thing, is the man of success. IAL DEPARTMENT GRADUATES COMMERC lQUTH McDOWELL enrolled september 6 1915. Completed Stenographic Course. Member of St. John's Trio. Love your work, no matter what it is,' for love will conquer. MEYER enrolled September 25th 'HARVEY ' C mmercial ' 1914. Completed the entire o Course. Member of Business Simplicity in business spells Educational Society. SIICCQSS. th 1 '4 GRADUATES COM MERCIAL DEPARTMENT QDAM REITZ enrolled O ctober 16th, 1914. He h . . as finished the entire Business Course. Member of the Business Educational S ' ociety. Member of Commer ' IB - cla asket ball Team. Gere be three parts of business : the pre ar t' p a Ion, the debafe, and fhe perfection. 'QLBERT REDMAN enr ll d o e September lst, 1913. He has completed a Business Course. M . ember of Business Educational Society. In business fhre th' , e mgs are necessa- ry, knowledge, temper, and time. l l t , ' ,f J-in xlbv M ..,. ........ , ,N GRADUATES COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT QLVIN SCHLICHT enrolled December 8th, 1914. He finished book-keeping and type- writing. He is a member of the Business Educational Society and has been a very active member of the Orchestra. It is a wise man who knows his own business. 'QHICTOR SAEGER enrolled September lst, 1913. Completed entire Commercial Course. Member of the Demosthenian. Member of Commercial Basket-ball Team. Call on a business man only at business times, and on business ,' transact your busi- ness, and go about your business, in order to give him time to finish his business. M . N J' - , TQ, s. GRADUATES COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT - Q.e7x,-.. -PRED THIELE enrolled January 7th,1914. He finished the entire Commercial Course. Member of the Business Educational Society. Never shrink from doing anything your business calls you to do. -HIQICHARD SCHMIDT enrolled September lst, 1914. He has finished the entire Commer- cial Course. Member of the Business Educational Society. Member of Commercial Basket-ball Team. Not because of any extraordinary talents did he suc- ceed, but because he had a capacity on a level for business and not above it. SECTION OF THE BUSINESS DEPARTMENT MUSIC ,,-4-' - .1- E, Q s.q ff. lf' E'HE YEAR 1915-16 marks a new advancement in the Held of music at St. John's. Never before have there been so many organizations pursuing this noble art, We are very pleased to see this increase in both vocal and instrumental clubs, and are looking for excellent development of the talent under instruction. Two oc- tets, one quartet, a trio, a Zomar Club. and Sight Reading are the vocal organizations: while an Orchestra. a Band, and a Brass Quartet take care of the instrumental side. Prof, H. Blanke has been ardently working in reviving singing, which seems to have been somewhat neglected since '13. He has the teaching of the male organizations in his charge, and their excellent renditions prove his ability along this line. We are sorry that the professor will not be with us during the next year, but we hope to move along splendidly after the impetus he has instilled. The Orchestra and Band are under the direction of Prof. L. M. Gordon, of this city, who is recognized as one the of most capable orchestra leaders in the State of Kansas, and is well known throughout many other states. We are hoping for the continued advancement of musical organizations. May the good movement, so nobly incorporated during this successful year, be subserved in the greatest possible degree when the call of September finds many ne ,v talent.-ad stadents to work with the old in promoting this most important of all modern arts, Music. iq ST. JOHN'S ORCHESTRA PROF. L. M. GORDON The Orchestra has since its beginning in 1914 been under the direction of Prof. Gordon. The splendid renditions given by the orchestra are sufficient proof of his capability as an instructor and leader. .WT WAS in room seven, second floor, where the small crowd had gathered in Bill Luder's room to listen to Bill's famous conundrums. The conver- sation proceeded from foolish to more serious ques- tions. Say, Moy, what do you think of starting an orchestra here? Don't you think we could do it ? asked Bill of Martin Stoeppelwerth. That would be great, replied Moy. This was the beginning of the St. John's Orches- tra. The following evening a mass meeting was called, and the possibilities of the' question discussed. The result was submitted to the faculty, and they thought it a good move. However, owing to finan- cial reasons, it was thought best to postpone the final action until after Christmas, in order that ,the boys might secure their parents' consent. After Christmas all who were interested spoke favorably of the venture: and after another month of waiting for possible objections from the parents, Prof. L. M. Gordon met the members for the first time. The various instruments were ordered, and beginners' music purchased. In a few weeks the instruments arrived, and the work commenced. The members showed such progress that they were soon able to favor the students with a few selections, Diligent practice was continued, and June saw the boys well advanced in their work. In the fall the organization met again, and work commenced anew. Prof. L. M. Gor- don was again chosen leader. The members were eager to work, and by Christmas new music was purchased. By daily practice throughout the winter months they mastered vari- ous selections, and by spring were able to give their first public concert. On the 5th of May, 1915, the St. John's Orchestra took a trip to Blackwell, Okla., where they gave a concert in s 9 the High School Auditorium. The attendance was not large, nevertheless the program was rendered successfully: the or- chestra played as never beforeg and the audience wished them to give another concert the following evening. The Orchestra gave several concerts in Winfield. The final se- lections were rendered Commencement evening. Last fall many of the members did not return, and consequently work could not be taken up as rapidly as was at first thought. Many new members were added to the organization, and, with Prof. Gordon as their leader, the boys are showing re- markable progress. The friends of St. John's greatly enjoy- ed their concerts given in the spring of this year. t i BRASS QUARTET V MONG THE MANY MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS of St. John's there is also a brass quartet. This quartet con- sists of the brass section of the St. John's Orchestra. It was organized in the beginning of the college year 1915-16. Its progress has been exceptionally good, considering the many drawbacks. Its performances are eagerly expected. Of great advantage, too, is the special attention received by its members in reading music, studying time, and developing lip-power. At present they are playing only simple pieces: but they are advancing, and hope soon to be able to render more diflicult music. The instrumentation is: First comet, M. Yank: second comet, E. Mey- er: Eb. alto. H. Otten Q and Bb. trombone, 0. Barthel. ,I HE ABOVE PICTURE represents a combination of rare talent in music and elocu- tion. St. John's has been very fortunate in securing the services of these young people. Mr. Harold Steiner gives instruction on the violin, and his students reflect his ability as an instructor worthy of mention. He has a fairly large number of students, who use his instruction to great advantage in the Orchestra. The Misses Pauline Scaer and Fern Dielmann have the teaching of pianoforte in their charge, and many students are availing themselves of the opportunity of their effi- cient work. Both are graduates of the Winfield College of Music and are very capable teachers, as their work shows. All three of these are former students of our Alma Mater and are doing their utmost to retain the high standard of music at the institution. Miss Edith Dielmann is the instructor of elocution. She has raised the pitch of voice culture and public speaking to a degree that is a credit both to herself and to the college. Her work will be discussed more fully in the section of U? Sunflower which has been devoted to Oratory and Declamation. THE JUNIOR OCTET. QWT WAS SOMETIME in September when a member of the class '17 proposed to organize an octet. The idea appealed to the class, and steps were immediately taken to further the suggestion. Doubt arose in the minds of some, since a similar attempt failed the year before. The failure was due to the fact that favorable practice periods could not be arranged. P ' This year, however, we succeeded. We arrangedgouf schedule so that we could practice regularly. Fortunately-weifoiind a competent director in Prof. Blanke. In a meeting, which shortly followed, the voices were chosen, and practice began at once. It was decided that it should be a class organization, and that the class, as a whole, should help keep up the financial end of the organization. The Junior Octet has appeared in public a number of times and was well received. Faithful work will bring the Octet to the front in the senior year. ' THE SOPHOMORE OCTET ,HREALIZING THE BENEFIT of vocal training, the Sophumore class decided to develop what vocal talent it had and organize an cctet. Accordingly, in the early part of October, all sophomores who desired to become members of this organization were tried out by Director Henry Blanke, and the following were then selected. First tenors, Ernest Scaer and Virtus Gloeg second tenors, Ernest Mappes and Karl Karstenseng first basses, Henry Otten and Adolph Meyer: second basses, Gerhardt Miessler and Henry Gerecke. Immediately all members put forth their best efforts to develop a creditable organi- zation. Director Henry Blanke spared neither time nor effort in his part of the work, and, as a result, the Octet made rapid progress. The Octet made its debut on the 18th of November, at a social given by the Ladies' Aid of the local congregation. It is the ambition of the Octet to sing together, not only during their remaining years at their Alma Mater, but throughout their course at the Seminary. It is the wish of their many friends that the Sophomore Octet may long continue the good work it has undertaken. Q ZOMAR CLUB HE NAME ZOMAR fully explains this organization and its work. Zomar is taken from the Hebrew language, and means uto sing. The members of this Club have organized for the sole purpose of singing. The Club has been in existence for nearly a decade. Its beginning was small and weak, but it has made great strides towards strength and importance. This is not only due to the persistent efforts of the Club members, but also to the co-operation and able supervis- ion of the leader, Mr. Robert Steiner, an accomplished singer and pianist. This year the Club has an exceptionally large membership and is making rapid progress. It meets every Thurs- day evening for practice, and appears before the public every year in the spring, The chief purpose of the Zomar Club is not to develop great singers. Its primary ob- ject is to give its members a good practical knowledge of music and singing. Thus far Zomar has accomplished much in satisfying this necessity, and, if it continues as successful in future years, our Alumni will not forget Zomar when they look back to their dear old Alma Mater. SIGHT READING The man that hath no music in himself, nor is not moved with concord of sweet sounds, is fit for treason, stratagems, and spoils. -Shakespeare. The art of music takes a prominent place among the different courses of our institu- tion. St. John's offers the students a rare opportunity to acquire a knowledge of music in general. Two organizations, the Sight Reading, and the Zomar Club, meet the want of the student body. The first was organized in the beginning of the school year 1908-'09, and has made good progress in the seven years of its existence. It meets regularly once a week, and is attended by the members. of the two preparatory classes. The student is familiarized with the essential principles of vocal music, as the name indicates. In the Sight Reading class a foundation is laid for the more advancedgwork in the Zomar Club. GIRLS ITRIO. QSEINCE very few coeds appear on the enrollment list, we have not very many girls' organizations. However, this half-tone is the Girls' Trio, which has quite frequently entertained the students and friends of St. John's. We -extend our heartiest appreciation for their efforts and selections. They are, reading left to right: Ruth McDowell, Selma Barthel, Helen Barner. SENIOR QUARTET HIS organization is one of the few that needs no in- troduction to the immediate friends of our college. For three years, ever since the class '16 launched upon the billowy seas of Sophomore-life, the Quartet has figured promi- nently in college activities. The public has listened with pleasure to their renditions on many occasions. They are, reading left to right 3 W. Herrling, A.Hoyer, G. Kettnerg cet, ter, K. Scaer. Rafi? avi. ' P REV. J. w. WERLING. K ,. Mil. J. W WERLING has been pastor of the Ba- 4 den Lutheran Memorial Church for six years. fi H He is a great favorite among the students who ap- , preciate his efforts for the welfare of the college. li - f . l 1 RE' t 59 7 Jin PROF. HENRY BLANKE E ARE FORTUNATE to have so noble a man as Prof. Henry Blanke to at- tend to the work of assistant teacher. While Mr. Blanke has taught some regular classes, his chief duty was to give special instruc- tion to extra classes, to prepare those stu- dents to enter the regular course. In addi- tion to this, Prof. Blanke has directed the octets where the result of his diligent labor, and adequate knowledge of music can easi- ly be seen. In this we have been very for- tunate. Since 1913 singing has been on the defensive. However, Prof. Blanke has in stilled new vim, and we hope that the im- W . petus which he has given will result in a f long continuance of vocal organizations. .A ORATORY AND D EBATE if - tifl - Tntllfl ENRY CLAY says: There is no power like that of true oratory. Caesar con- trolled men by exciting their fearsg Cicero, by captivating their affections and swaying their passions. The influence of the one perished with its author, that of the other continues to this day. Oratory and Debate are the mighty forces that are capable of moving great minds 3 hence they have always played the prime role in the sphere of our college's literary activities. They are the goal to which all the work of the societies tend. No year has seen greater strides toward the perfection of this ideal than the bygone. For this progress much credit must be given to the division of the old Chrysostomos, which called into life two sister so- cieties of nearly equal ability and enrollment. Naturally, competition was a great stimulus toward goading the societies onward to a higher eiiiciency. In the spring, contests were arranged to measure swords. The evenings were chosen: the first for the Oratorical-Declamatory contest, and the second for the Debate. Con- sidering that these were our first contests, the measure of success was very grati- fying. ' However, the fact that the contests were inter-Society instead of inter-Col- legiate is a matter of regret. But we must be satisfied that a beginning has been made. For the next year we have more elaborate plans in view. tv QMFEBRUARY TWENTY-EIGHTH was an eventful day in the history of our college. On it took place the first tournament of the inter- Society contests. Never before had any opportunity for such a con- test presented itself. Although it was the only one ever held, excel- lent talent was displayed by the participants. The orations showed careful preparation, especially in delivery, which must be attributed largely ,to the careful instruction of our expression teacher, Miss Edith Dielmann. Thegnight was fine, and a larger crowd turned out than was ex- pected. Four orations were delivered, two contestants entering from each Society. The first to occupy the rostrum was Carl F. Schmidt, representing the Demosthenian Society. His oration took first place, his subject being, An Ernbargo on Arms. The next oration was delivered by Karl Scaer, of the Chrysostomos, on The Corruption of the Party System, winning second place. These two orations will be found in full on the following pages. The next in order was G. Kuhlman on Americanism, representing the Demosthenians. He showed the advantages of America in a truly American view. The last oration was delivered by Walter Herrling on The Great Mistake of Our Pacifistsf' representing the Chrysostomos. He showed the functions of the views of our extreme pacifists and to what unpatri- otic ends they lead. We were fortunate to have the following judges: Rev. J. W. Werling, Prof. M. Graebner, ProffpfL. H. Mosser, of the High School, and Miss M. Schuyler and Prof. McCullough, both of Southwestern. ll ft 5xs'sgx .. Y Q Kiwis 11 E? 'L ORATORICAL ,li l CONTEST .rr U V EMBARGO ON ARMS. -WE BOAST, not without reason, of our American patriotism. We rejoice in our wonderful devel- opment and true Americanism. We talk much of is our moral United States. But we permit a few men to undermine completely American patriotism, true C A I D T D Americanism, .and our high standard of morality, Grim Place., when we permit the implements of war to be taken to the nations of strife in Europe, and feed their guns with shells that cause the death of thousands. We are doing thisg the great United States is doing this, and is doing this not realizing that we are violating the highest principles of humanity. , Ineed not prove to you that it is being done. Every American knows that, and so does England. It is published widely, and the most exact figures are given to the people and to the president. Yet it continues. Every ship that crosses the ocean eastward carries a cargo of munitions and war implements. It carries with it the fuel of more war and the mes- sengers of more loss of life. Why does it continue? Why do the people stand for such an outrage? Print these two questions in a newspaper or magazine, and the answer will be readily forthcoming. We are permitting our munition factories to sell to the allies because it has been done in pre- vious wars, hence precedent governs this case. To the second question they answer that we would be unneutral if we would not sell to England. They answer that precedent rules in this case because the administration at one time made a statement to that effect. Recently, however, our Secretary Lansing stated in a speech that owing to navel problems precedent must be abandoned, and common sense must be substituted. Ah, if common sense would only be brought into play on this question! Common sense would tell most men that it is a direct breach of Christian humanity, national honor, and American morality, to furnish material to any nation that it may continue war and shed more blood, The second answer would intimate that we are not neutral, but are yet a hyphen's ORATORICAL CONTEST length from being true citizens of the United States. In other words, they mean to say, that if Germany were in a position to secure these war implements we would not disapprove. I assure you that we would not be in favor of permitting Germany to secure American mu- nitions. We would not, no more than we are now in favor of selling to the alliesg and I hope that, in this regard, our judgment may never undergo a change. It permits of no change of judgment. This question remains the same. We have but to consider the humane phase of it, and reason tells us that it is un-Christian to furnish any nation with the implements of blood-shed. It is, my friends ! Just as you would shrink from placing a gun within reach of two men in a quarrel, so the nation ought to shrink from placing implements of war within the reach of Waring nations. We boast that we stand for peace. We do. We are thankful that the Stars and Stripes have not been following the national anthem on the fields of European cataclysm. We pray that peace may continue. We hope for ity we do all we can for it. Yes, we dog but so selfish are we that we care not one iota about the peace of Europe, or about the welfare of humani- ty at large. No! We tell them to keep on fighting. Not in so many words, but we hand them the guns, the powder, the acids. That is by far worse than only telling them to continue the war. In this regard our actions speak louder than our words. Yet more. We are not sincere: we are playing the part of hypocrites. We are not accusing the administration of encouraging war, but we are accusing it of not promoting peace sufficiently and of being negligent indeed in permitting the exportation of arms to Europe. Hypocracy ? Of course it is. We send ship-load after ship-load of nurses-American women-to Europe to relieve the sufferings of those poor soldiers who are wounded fighting for their country. Oh, compassionate, United States! At the same time we directly reverse the policy and permit the allies to secure our ammunition, the very instruments that are continuing the war, killing more people, wounding more men, filling more hospitals, giving those very nurses more sufferings to alleviate. This surely is un-American. It is against the very principle of man and against the true character of home life. If we foster and continue a national policy of this kind, the result must naturally be a policy of the same nature in the states, in our cities, in the villages-and what is by far worse -in the home, the unit of our government. Such a policy is as dangerous to the United States, as it is detrimental to the civilization of our fellow-man in Europe. It is as un-Amer- ican, as it is opposed to peace. It is as inhuman as it is hypocritical. Let us consider another phase. Where does the money go ? Who benefits? The money goes to the munition corporationsg this is evident. The munition manufacturer, the man who invests in war stock, and the agent who attends to the work are the sole gainers. If American patriotism were to be fathomed by the loyalty of the manufacturer, it certainly would deserve naught save calumny and ridicule. It has been proven that all the manufacturers in the world are pledged to an agreement by which they cannot sell to any for- eign nation without first securing the price of that article from the home manufacturer. He is then bound by the agreement not to quote any lower price. These money-mongers, these ORATORICAL CONTEST couriers of destruction care not for the country. It makes no difference, as far as their na- tionality is concerned, whether they are citizens of the United States, England, or Germany. It is the money they are after. The manufacturer of munitions in Germany owns stock in the greatest powder corporation in America, and vice-versa. Patriotism is with them an idle word, but a very profitable one. It suits their purpose excellently. At the present time they are shouting for preparedness: they clamor for itg their news-organs argue for it. They come to the people in the smooth garment of patriotismg but in the soul the money is the cause of this lucre-patriotism. The lesson they have learned in patriotism is recorded in the records of Wall street, and they mold their life according to the lesson they have mastered. Woe be the nations, if ever the day dawns in which the depth of patriotism is determined by sheckle- loyalty ! And the man who invests in this stock, which at present pays a five per cent dividend, is another who profits by the war traffic and who measures his Americanism in dollars and cents. Is money so dear, and human sympathy so cheap, that a man will sell his conscience, mind, and reason for a five per cent dividend? Can such a man collect his five per cent if he but think that those eagles were earned for him out of a profit which resulted in the slaughtering of his fellow-men? More than that. Can a man who is a Christian invest in the first place? Not even plain moral scruples would permit of such an investment. The man invests 100 per cent: he reaps five per cent. Of all save the tive per cent shells are made. Across the sea the shells are exploded. Homes are devastated, towns are destroyed, men are killed, women and children are homeless, starve. lf that is sympathy for your fellow man, if that is the fruit of civilized America, if that is the spirit of a man born and reared in the United States, I am very sorry I was born and reared here. If that is the moral in- clination, I hope Imay yet see a change in the spirit of American citizenship. In considering the third class that profits, we will take one single instance, because it, being the most conspicuous, will suffice to serve our purpose. Mr. Morgan is the man. He reaps a certain percent of every dollar's worth that goes to Europe. He is an iniiuential man. He wields wealth, and wealth is his power. His title is minister of munitions to the court of St. Jamesn Mr. Morgan is trying to satiate his craving for gold and power. It is al- ready over-satiated to a nauseating degree, and still he is not satisfied. That craving can never be satisfied, but it is causing humanity an indescribable suffering, which is a crime in itself. When the war is over Morgan will say to himself: I have craved for influence, but now I have it, and what an empty enjoyment-what a misery it is after all. Those are the men who are favoring exportation of arms. Let us see who is not favor- ing it. To-day there is an immense petition in Congress containing more than a million of signatures and calling for an embargo on the exportation of arms. The people, not only these million, but ten million-twenty million, are opposed to the war traffic. My American friends, I count you in with this twenty million, and I am certain you would be only too eag- er to let Congress know how you stand on this question. The scrupulous, patriotic American, the man of character, the Christian, must necessarily be favoring an embargo on the ship- ment of munitions. i ORATORICAL CONTEST Therefore, you, my true United States citizen, to whom money is not a creed, who are not mixed up in politics, who are for the advancement of civilization and the welfare, not only of the United States, but of the whole world, must be opposed to the exportation of arms. And, as free-born Americans, you have the right to let the government know where you stand on this issue. Not only have you the right, but it is your duty. Duty calls for action, and you must perform your duty. Think of that mass of humanity across the sea- think of their deprivations, their sufferings, their wretched condition, and then do your duty. In conclusion, my worthy friends, let me say, if you do not perform your duty, you will espouse the vocation of man-killingg you will show thereby that you do not care what happens to the people across the sea just so it does not strike youg you will deserve the just criticism that you do not desire to help elevate humanity, or to relieve the distress of your fellow-men: you will oppose peace, continue war, aid savage butchery, and help destroy civ- ilization. If you stand might and main for an embargo, you will show a horror for the vocation of man-killingg you will tell the world that you are not only concerned about yourself, but that the interests of your fellow-man are also your interests: you will be your brother's keep- er: you will further peace, put an end to useless savage butchery, and help the civilization of the world and the welfare of the United States. Not only that, but you will be a true pa- triot, and an exponent of genuine American culture. AX.. W Qt l ORATORICAL H 'fp CONTEST ,wi Q ' ig, THE CORRUPTIONS or THE S PARTY SYSTEM. .QAREF UL STUDENTS of American politics realize V that party rule, as we have it in this country, is attended with great evils and abuses. But the ma- - -. , jority of them have the erroneous idea that the cor- ruption in the party is only the outgrowth of the long standing of this organization. But if we take a glimpse into its history in America, we will readily understand that the cause of the corruption lies in the system itself. The reason is obviousg they were organized to serve the very same purpose, which they are serving to-day. Not un- til the second or third election, about the year 1800 was there any sign of a political party. But when the time came for a new president and other officers to be elected, Mr. Jefferson or- ganized the States Rights party, with the expressed purpose of attacking the old administra- tion and thereby electing their own men to office. He accused Washington of trying to es- tablish a monarchy, an accusation that should never have been raised, but that nevertheless showed the motive of the organization of the first political party in America. That this body was destined to bring no good to our country was verified some time later, when friend- ly relations between the North and the South seemed to be waningg for this party was none other than that body, which maintained the right to nullify any act of Congress, and, that through its heresies, caused the South to secede from the Union, thus plunging our Nation into the greatest and most shameful catastrophy of ages. Thus through all these years, political parties have survived, adjusting themselves to the conditions of the times, always taking on new evils, until at the present day they are the greatest menace to democratic America. To verify this statement let us discuss more fully the different forms of party corruption as we find them in this country. There occurs every four years in our land a convulsion of the whole nation. It is the meetings of the great political parties. Enormous sums are spent when these vast political machines convene, money that in some way or other must come from the pockets of the peo- KARL H. SCAER CSecond Placej S 1 ORATORICAL CONTEST ple. Here sit politicians in session posing as statesmen, framing platforms, designed to ap- peal to the votes of the masses of the people, politicians, that represent great business con- cerns, bribed to work for legislation that will favor them, or politicians that dance to the tune of the rich. Out of this mixup of politicians, not statesmen, how can we expect to obtain legislation for the people? But, since they are supposed to be there in the service of the peo- ple, they make their platforms appear, to be favoring the poor, and attacking the trusts and monopolies of the rich. Thus they betray their two facedness by serving in reality the rich, but at the same time catering for the votes of the common people. But the interests of the people have always been subordinated to the interests of the men working for of- fice, and only as long as party interest demands, do they press a measure. On account of this deplorable condition, there has grown up in our country a class of professional politicians, who make it their sole business to get office, not car- ing for the welfare of the people, but serving their party to which they feel indebted for their election. They shape their ofiicial action in such a way as to gain the support, at the next election, of the rich and powerful men and corporationsg they sell their action for Votes, yes, even for money. Parties do not elect men to put into action certain principles: they use principles as battle-cries to elect certain men. They make it an impossibility to get from the people their calm and wise thought and action. One party seizes one side of a question, the other party takes the opposite. They labor not to find out the best thing to be done for the individual citizens, but to catch votes for their own party. And their whole ob- ject is for men to work for party success instead of using their reason and judgment. They have, no doubt, in many instances taken sides on questions of real interest to the people and have often given us wise legislationg but the good that was accomplished has always been done not by the party, but by men in the party, who stood firm in using their better judg- ment and reason. As we have studied some of the corruptions of the party system, let us now see what ef- fect it has upon our nation. Do not believe that the common people are ignorant of this con- dition in the parties. They are aware of the fact. And we are conscious of the demoralizing influence it has upon them. One of the points brought forth by the adherents of partisanism is, that this body stimulates enthusiasm and interest in our government. But if ever any- thing has the opposite effect, it is for the common voter to feel that after all he does not have the privilege of voting for a man who will serve the people, but must choose between one of two party choices. It takes the power out of voting. What voice then has he in our demo- cratic government? When he must look on and see the rich elected to office through bribes, and see how the legislation always favors them, it certainly discourages him to vote at all. The party system is the undoing of our whole democracy. Instead of being a coun- try, where the people have a voice and rule, our country will fall back into the reign of the few, its life-blood having been sapped by this great monster, partisanism. Our country, which has been a light-house to the whole world, on account of its democratic principles, will sink into an inferior classed nation. Inner strife, such as is created by party rivalry, has been the undoing of many nations. It caused the downfall of Greece. Inner strife was the ORATORICAL CONTEST cause of the French Revolution, a series of bloodshed and cruelty that will forever rnar the pages of her history. History repeats itself. The gap caused by party strife in our country is growing wider every day. Let us hear what Washington said on this point, The alternate domination of one faction over another, sharpened by the spirit of revenge, natural to party discussion, which in dihferent ages and countries has perpetrated the most horried enormi- ties, is itself a frightful despotism. But this leads to a more formal and permanent des- potismf' It may seem foolish to talk of political parties causing the ruin of a nation. But the parties are the strongest organized bodies in our nation, working against each other. A house divided against itself must fall. And the day will come when party will rise up against par- ty,or the independent thinking people will become so aroused by the tyranny of the bosses that they will rise up against this great enemy of free government. We are at present living un- der the most just and benevolent constitution the world has ever known. But the fact is that if our present party system had existed at the time of the framing of the constitution, it could never have been adopted. But there is no necessity for our country to be corrupted in this way. There is a reme- dy for this great evil, it lies in a power, without organization, which displays no banner. It is composed of the citizens who think for themselves, who look on at the strife, little moved by partisan appeals, and on election day cast their votes for the man or the policy, which in their judgment appears to them the best to further the good of the country. It is this .band of independent voters that is the terror and confusion of the professional politicians. It is this revolt from the tyranny of the ring and this alone, working in the old parties, that has ever broken the apparently invincible power of the close corporations of politics to do his ut- most in throwing off the shackles of this despotic power. And all that is necessary is for the individual voters to exercise the power that God has given them, the power to think, speak and then vote as they judge most expedient to the interest of their country. It would be al- together different if we were living in a land where individual expression of ones thoughts and ideas were suppressed, but we are living in America, the haven of the politically op- pressed. Therefore, ye liberty-loving Americans, cast your lot with the army of the independent voters and with united action crush the party machine with its political bosses. , We, as heirs of the blessings obtained through the revolution, should certainly show our gratitude by en- deavoring to foster and kindle such a love for our democratic country, as will manifest itself against any foe, the greatest of which lurks within our own borders. was Q-swwwww ISS EDITH DIELMANN, whose picture appears in the group head- ing Music, is a graduate of Southwestern College, Class of '12, and was graduated from The Curnnock School of Oratory, Northwestern University. The object of the work is to teach the student to become a distinct speaker, to breathe correctly, to awaken the imagination and feelingg V to train the Voice in securing ease and purity of tone. A correct pronunciation of words and the culture of the voice is the foundation stone upon which the work is built. The results of Miss Dielmann's efforts have been showing them- selves ever since the commencement of her work here. Many of her students have made remarkable progress, as was shown in the inter? society contests of this spring. Every year brings with it an increase of students in elocution,and we hope that this department will one day become a part of the Col- lege curriculum. DECLAMATORY CONTEST -ff v- ---61: .f ' tg ' 'K fr 35 ll -1 .l fl .1 il l ll 5 to A if A 1 i l .L K a lf Q l n I if li I .xl , .. . ,I 3. l., ala . -Li sp 'ii 'A CARL F. SCHMIDT ADOLF H- HOYER A CFirst Placej CSecond Placej HE DECLAMATORY CONTEST, also. was held on the 28th of February, immediately after the Oratorical Con- test. In this contest, also, four contestants took part, two from each Society. The first in order was Carl F. A Schmidt, Demosthenian, rendering a selection from The Lion and the Mouse, by Charles Klein. Adolf H. Hoyer, Chrysostomos, followed with the recitation entitled, An Abandoned Elopement, by Joseph C. Lincoln. The third reader was Otto Wahl, Demosthenian, delivering The Man with One Talent, by Richard Davis. The final number was the reading by Louis Boriack, Chrysostomos. He gave The Swan Song by Catherine Brooks. The decision of the judges awarded the points of merit in the same order as they were delivered e. g. Carl Schmidt, first: Adolf Hoyer, second: Otto Wahl, third: and Louis Boriack, fourth. The same judges officiated in all contests. Prof. Wente held the chair on the evening of the oratorical-declamatory contest, since Prof. Kloster, the appointed chairman, had been prevented by an accident. T All the students partaking in the declamatory contest were students of the Expression Class, conducted by' Miss Edith Dielmann. As this department has been an addition of only a few years, and no students have taken lessons longer than two years, the standard probably was not so high as in most colleges: nevertheless, our con- test showed up very favorable, as visitors and critics have expressed themselves. Next year, after another year of careful work, we hope to have an inter-collegiate contest. H J .WZ 1 M THE DEBATING CLUB OING UP COLLEGE Avenue on Wednesday evenings one notices the lights burning brightly in the College chapel. Should the casual observer stop for a few moments, he would doubtless be convinced that the days of Eloquence and Oratory have not yet passed into oblivion. On the evening of January 11th, 1911, a number of the students of St. John's assembled to organize a literary club. It was necessity which brought those noble young men together on this memorable evening. Our institution had at that time, as it has now, many young men who took active interest in the national issues of the day. However, opinions differed among them, and many hotly debated discussions ensued. Every one upheld his own opinions. The result was in- evitable: and accordingly a Literary Club was organized, that every student might be given equal opportunity to express and defend his views on such questions as frequently arose. William Luders, '15, was elected as the first president. Iver J. Kloster, now professor of the Business Department, ably filled the office of secretary. With such able officers the Club started on its pathway. Every Monday evening found the members assembled in the chapel hall. The first question discussed by the newly organized Club was: Resolved, That the canal being constructed across the Isthmus of Panama should be com- pletely controlled by the United States. From that time on many questions have been ably discussed. The Club has made excellent progress, growing from the initial membership of seven to the present membership of forty-nine. Owing to the fact that many of the members finished their course in the spring of '13, the society was reorganized in the following autumn. The name was changed from St. John's Literary Club to St. John's Debating Club. New officers were elected, and the organization took on a new lease of life. Under the management of these new officers, the Club made remarkable progress. Great enthusiasm was shown by all members, and as result we have to-day an organization that needs make no apology for the class of debates it produces. The members of the Club find that they receive a training which not only affords them an education intellectually, but also gives them opportunity of speaking before an audience. It is the ambition that the Club represent their Alma Mater in debates with some of the other colleges of the Synodg but financial conditions may not permit this hope to be realized in the very near future. Everyone wishes THE ST. JOHN'S DEBATING CLUB success in further pursuing the work in which it has been so active. l ITNTER-SOCIETY DEBATE kl QQ? HE SEVENTH OF MARCH, indeed, marked a new epoch in the history of the Student Activi- ties of St. John's. For on that date the first inter-society debate ever held in the halls of our College crowned the labors putt forth by the Chrysostomoi and Demosthenians, and proved the bene- fit of friendly rivalry between the societies. VIRTUS C. GLOE CARL F. SCHMIDT HERMAN H. KLEIN Promptly at eight o'clock the house was called to order by the chairman of the evening, Prof. I. J. Kloster, who proved himself master of the situation more than once during the evening, when the fervor of the argumentation made it necessary for him to wield his gavel and call to point of order. No sooner had the house been called to order than Chrysostomos' Golden-mouthed De- baters and Demosthenies' noble progeny appeared upon the rostrum, each team in the best of spirits, and both confident of victory. The chairman relieved the tension by introducing the repre- sentatives of both societies to the audience. The question, resolved: That President Wilson's Pre- paredness Policy, if Enacted, Will Be Detrimental to the Nation, when announced, at once convinc- ed the audience that a spirited debate would follow. The debaters were then made acquainted with the rules of the eveningg each speaker receiving ten minutes for constructive argument and five for rebuttal. T. INTER-SOCIETY DEBATE Virtus Gloe, Demosthenian, was the first speaker for the affirmative. After introducing the question, and giving a brief outline to be followed by the affirmative team, he at once proceeded to build a wall of arguments that was difficult for the opponents to tear down. He based his argu- ments mainly upon the inconsistency of the Presidents policy, making plain that the Amunition Trust and Navy League would profit greatly by such a policy. In his remarks he showed the utter failure of Great Britain's navy in the attack of Constantinople, thus bringing out the fact that a well mined coast is impregnableg and, as we were not to carry on an offensive war-fare, it would be foolish to put two hundred million dollars into Superdreadnaughts within the next five years. However, Carl L. Richman, Chrysostomos, first speaker for the Negative, showed his Hoosier qualities and handled his rebuttal with skill. In his constructive arguments he brought out the imperative need of a merchant marine, and showed what benefit a merchant marine is to a country in time of war. The second affirmative speaker, Herman Klein, showed that he had the facts of the case well in hand, and consequently handled the rebuttal to his credit. In his main arguments he dwelt upon the finances involved in the President's policy, showing the com- parative taxations to be levied and their effect. He brought out the fact that we are already ex- pending more money on our preparedness than the nations now in the war. The second speaker for the negative, Henry Otten, displayed his talent very skillfully, both in his rebuttal and his main arguments. In a beautiful style of oratory he took the audience with him into the country of Switzerland and showed how that little country was prospering under their system of a Continental army. He then showed how such a system would prove beneficial to our country. Nevertheless, even his strong arguments were not too strong to be skillfully rebutted by the last speaker for the affirmative, Carl F. Schmidt. Mr. Schmidt brought forth his main argu- ments in a very forceful style, carrying conviction even into the camp of the opponents. He took up the inter-national phase of the question, and showed that our relations with the other countries made it folly for us to follow the Presidents plan of preparedness. He brought out the fact that other nations would increase their defensive programs in comparison to ours, and therefore we would gain nothing. He also showed that our relations with the Occident did not call for this ex- tra preparedness. Paul Stoehr, last speaker for the negative, did credit to his Society by ably re- butting arguments of his opponents. He based his constructive arguments on the inefficiency of our navy. He showed how our coasts were open to invasion through lack of an eiiicient navyg and that our coast defences are inadequate to ward off a determined enemy. Mr. Gloe closed the debate with a lively rebuttal, summing up the arguments of his opponents and showing how they had been metg then calling the judges' attention to the points the afhrmative had brought out. The decision of the judges was three for the.affirmative. After the judges' decision Presi- dent A. W. Meyer presented a beautiful silver loving cup, a gift of the faculty, to the society which had won the most points in the three contests. This beautiful cup is to be the permanent property of the society which wins three consecutive years. The debate was well received by the house, and interest was manifested throughout the evening. ' OLD BUILDING AND GYMNASIUM . I 1 I X V' , ,142 -4 . Q 4-. v .L iii. V-'QQ , Y, A . - A J FIJI 'sf 2 ff 'A .11 -I fix ?a225 4' i5?5:ffni5l 1 .' 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JOHN'S KODAK CLUB has worked wonders in the sphere of photography. The members are reaping the benefits. It may be of some interest to add that buying and selling of Kodak paraphernalia is under the direct supervision of the Club. We hope for a continuance of an organization of this kind. s e ZZY' . ...Q .13 ,-,- ' , ,, .4 4 U .L ' . E n X . . Y W I , U , - : F ' A I ' 5. 1 . ' , ' - 1 b 4 . - 1 . 4 , L 5 ,N H 1 - - . , Q I 1 , . . . ,E X . 2 - - ' .VF 5- '. A F , ' -'gs , , 1 I ' Qv 1' V 'J . 'N V 2 , f 'Hf yf I ,-1, ,gre 1. ' f . .... .-. ,- THE REPORTERS' CLUB. THE REPORTERS' CLUB is the publicity bureau of our college. It has been five years since this club boasts an existence. At first there were six members. Since that time changes have been made, until to-day there are only four. ' All news reports are made through the Club. Among the papers receiving regular reports of the college activities are, Alma Mater, Arkansas Lutheran, Southern Lutheran, Lutheran Witness, and the local papers. That Ui? Reporters' Club plays an important part can easily be seen. The cut opposite is a picture of the Club of '15-'16. They are reading left to right, top picture: Walter Herrling. Reporterg George Kettner, Business Manager: Carl Schmidt, Presidentg Otto Wahl, Member. The Club of '16- '17 has already been elected. The Annual Staff, the ex-Re- porters' Club, and the students tender them all best wishes for a very successful term of office. CLUB ORGANIZATIONS 4. fly.. .T. T .Qt t as PHYSICAL TRAINING FOR GIRLS. INSTRUCTION IN PHYSICAL TRAINING is given by Miss Edith Dielmann. The training is based upon the Swedish and German systems of free movements and light gymnastics. The aim of the work is to acquire a symmetrical development of the body as a basis for health and grace. Personal attention is paid to the individual needs of the pupilg exercises are given to develop the chest, curve protruding shoulder blades, correct round-shoulderness, strengthen waist muscles, get lightness in skip, and correct poise of the body. The general work includes wand, dumb-bell, poll drills, breathing exercises, military marching, and Folk games. An exhibition of the work is given for the public each spring. eSo - POLLYANNA CLUB AMONG THE ORGANIZATIONS which are a source of great bene- fit to our Alma Mater, and of which we are justly proud, the Pollyanna Club must be classed as one of the foremost. It has existed only since the beginning of the last school year, but in this time it has made great progress and been of much benefit to the institution. Still, its object is not only the welfare of St. John's students, but many others are also favored with its gifts and benefits. The Lutheran Sani- tarium at Wheatridge, Colorado, the Lutheran Old People's Home at St. Louis, Missouri, the Lutheran Home of this city, the Mercy Hospital at Kansas City, Missouri, and especially the poor of this city derive the fruits of its work. The Club membership consists of twenty-four college girls and oth- er young women of the congregation. All are very enthusiastic in their work, which accounts for the results they have attained. We are especially indebted to them for our sick room, which they have so tastefully furnished. The Club has the entire student-body's wishes for success. May Pollyanna continue to grow and prosper. 4 ,559 e cw .3 I 1. it I 1 is '33 Q? QV i L Sx Q 1 . i,i 'Y 1 v 4 - xi gf fix A wig f Q? E? fav g ATHLETICS 4cSANA MENS IN SANO CORPOREY This Latin prov- erb shows the purpose of athletics at St. John's. A sound mind in a healthy body. That is the ultimate aim of all forms of physical exercise at our institutiong an aim of which we have not fallen short. Every known college sport, save foot-ball, is indulged in, and foot-ball will,in future years, undoubtedly become a part of our athletic curriculum. Baseball, basket-ball, tennis, track and even croquette, which has been quite an attract- ion for some who do not wish to take part in the more vio- lent forms of exercise and recreation, are indulged in-freely and extensively with great pleasure. We do not set as our paramount ideal the development of skillful baseball nines to represent us in the national gameg we do not have any ultimate ambition in training fast basket-ball quintets, or superior tennis sharks and keen track men. Our primary purpose is to furnish the greatest possible amount of bodily culture to the largest possible number of students. In this we have succeeded remarkably well. Our ultimate purpose is to furnish sufficient recrea- tion for the body so as to keep the mind alert. Alhough, as afore stated, our ambition does not center on team development, we have in the past years had fast base-ball nines and basket-ball quintets, good tennis and track teams. This is a natural consequence of the primary purpose. St. John's recognizes athletics as a very important factor at our institution, and the following articles in this sec- tion of 'GTE Sunflower will assure the reader of this fact. Q5 A5- CX li ll ll l l 1. I il l. X. W l w ll lt l og .Q k I f 5 COACH ROBIESON I r COACH ROBIESON has coached our basket-ball i team and track and field athletics as well as lj our regular calesthenic work. fl ,E His work has been of great beneiit to the col- l lege and students, and just as great a pleasure. We hope to have Coach Robieson with us again in the autumn of 1916. Q? AL' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION President, 0. WAHI.. Treasurer, V. G1.oE. Secretary, H. 0'I'1'EN. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. MANAGERS. H. HERRLING, President. C. SCHMIDT, Baseball. . KLEIN, Basket-Ball. R. KRUSE, Tennis. E. MAPPES, Track. L. Bokmcx. H G. KUHLMANN. All athletics at St. John's are under the control and supervision of the Athletic As- sociation, which is composed of those students who wish to participate in any form of sport. Long ago the need of this machinery in the successful routine of college athletics was felt, and for many years the Association has existed. The benefits derived herefrom are beyond the powers of conjecture. The purpose of the organization is to further athletics at our alma mater, and have a system to con- trol liabilities and assets. All students who take part in college sports become members on payment of a nominal fee, and may enjoy the use of the goods which are paid for out of this fund. This is practical, and has made it possible to provide all necessary equip- ment for the various sports. it - .Ze .X - G-OJ, iii 'ii BASEBALL LIKE MOST AMERICAN COLLEGES St. John's takes a great interest in baseball. On the first day, before the grounds are even cleared of the grass and weeds which grow up during the summer months, the boys get out on the dia- mond and play their favorite sport. In the next few days the diamond is cleared and actual practice begins. Every one is given a chance to play with one of the teams of the school, either with one of the three teams of the Junior League, or, if more eflicient,with the First League, consisting of the first and second teams. Twicea week these teams play scheduled games among themselves. Other games with outside teams are played, and at Easter time the team usual- ly takes a trip into Oklahoma. In former years our nine has always held its own with any team in and around Win- field. In 1905 the team held the city championship and went through one whole season undefeated. The team of the year 1914 defeated Southwestern, which held the Kan- sas college championship, two out of two matched games. One of the pitchers of this nine, Oscar Horstman, played with the Los Angeles Paciiic Coast League team last season and is with them at present, and bids to make his mark in Western baseball. Owing to the erection of our new dormitory on the site of the old diamond, baseball had to be dropped this fall. But preparations were made and we have practically the best diamond in the city at this writing. We shall, under these circumstances, endeavor to uphold the honor of the past St. John's in baseball against the other teams in and around Winfield as we have in previous years. Qe.-gr? .T .- lt 59?- if BASE-BALL TEAM Top Row: Meierdirks, C. Schmidt CMar1agerD Mappes, Wetzel, Hartner Bottom Row: Scaer, Meyer, Klein, Abel, E. Schmidt, Mencke. BASKET-BALL QQINCE FOOTBALL, the link between baseball and basket-ball is not indulged in by the boys, the first cool day in autumn at once suggests basket-ball. Despite the fact that facilities for this sport have in previous years been poor, our college has always been well represented in the indoor game. And though at present we have one of the best gymnasiums in the state, crowded conditions in the college required that the gymnasium be used as a dormitory for this school year. However, for the past two seasons a local gymna- sium has been procured for one afternoon of each week. This year's seasonflstarted off with a large number of men, all striving to get a place on the First Squad, consisting of the first and second quintets. After a number of practices the coach usually se- lects the men forthe head league Coach Robieson, who, annually supervises the Physical Training, coached the team, and under his instruction with the material we had, we had a very successful sea- son. Although, we did not up to this time play teams of the Kan- sas Conference, it is very probable that next year will see us aspir- ing to win the college championship. In order to develop new material for future years the smaller boys are organized into the third and fourth squads, which also have practice periods. Class teams have also been organized, and a keen rivalry resulted in some very interesting games. Plans are being made to fully equip the gymnasium during the summer with all modern apparatus, and with excellent material we will make the basket-ball friends sit up and take notice. The season of '16- '17 will see the games won in our new gymnasium. GAMES PLAYED DURING THE SEASON AND THEIR RESULTS. GAMES LOST. GAMES WON. Winfield High School ,... 2.4-21 Wellington High School, . . 24-29 Chilocco Indian School, . . 4925 Burden High School ,.... 27-31 Cedarvale High School, . . 15-56 Burden High School ,.... 23-34 Wellington High School, . . 13-54 Chilocco Seconds ,...... 13-28 BASKET-BALL TEAM Top Row: Meierdirks, Guard: Summers, Sub: Hartner, Center. Center: Klein, CCaptainJ Guard. Bottom Row: Mappes, F orwardg Robieson, Coach: Schlotthauer, Guard. TRACK sg RACK WORK is a comparatively new sport in our line of athletics. Not until the year 1914 was there much enthusiasm shown in this line of work. How- ever, shortly before Easter of that year a number of the boys, interested in the work, persuaded our Athletic Director, Mr. F. Robieson, to organize a class, and soon the bi-weekly practices were well attended. A vaulting pole and standards were purchased, and the class made such progress that it was planned to hold a meet in connection with the annual school picnic. A committee was appointed to see about procuring gold pins for awards to the winners of these events. The day of the meet was hailed with great expectations. The park did not afford ample space to stage the long runs, but in the other events very good records were made, considering the amount of training the boys had received. When the next track season arrived, other boys enthusiastic over the last meet, entered, and it was then decided to add other events. Every day the boys worked hard getting into shape for the coming meet. It was arranged to hold the meet at the Fair grounds, where there is a good running course and also a grand- stand to accommodate the public. As this was in reality our first inter-class meet, combined with individual contests, a keen rivalry had been created between the various classes. R. Brauer, Junior, was individual star, taking all the dashes, and placing in almost all the other events. Out of the twenty-five points scored by the Juniors, twenty-three are attributed to his credit. The Seniors and the Freshmen tied for second place, each having twenty-one points. Third place was captured by the Sophomores, with a total of eight points. The present season is starting off with a very good attendance, and, by the interest shown, track work bids to become one of the leading events in our college athletics. 100 yard dash ------- Shot put ...,........... THE FOLLOWING IS THE OUTCOME OF THE MEET OF 1915. -R. Brauer -. L. Theimer. 220 yard dash- -- ...... R. Brauer - - High jump ............ E. Mappes - 440 yard dash ..,...... R. Brauer -- Discus ................ -C. Schaaf. - - Pole vault ......,..... H. Hartner . Running broad ....... Ball throw ....... .. Half mile relay .....,. -M. Yauk A. Schmalz ........... Seniors .... - - .... - - 11 1-5 seconds. 37 feet. 25 2-3 seconds. 5 feet 3 inches. 58 1-5 seconds. 96 feet 6 inches. 9 feet 6 inches. 18 feet 2 inches. 294 feet 10 inches. 1 minute 49 seconds Hartner, Schaaf, Theimer, Schmalz, Coach Robieson, Yauk, Mappes. Brauer TENNIS E ' -Ev STQ l 51? . .. 'fx ls lit. 1 i l l l l Kruse, Coach Robieson, Claybaker. Doubles, Scaer, Singles. LTHOULIH TEIXNIS has long since been a factor in our College athletics, it is only in the last few years that such a wide-spread interest has been shown. Tennis, like all our other sports, is under the supervision of the Athletic Association. and, as practically every student is a member, the enthusiasm for this sport is natural- ly more universal than it' we had a Tennis Club, with a limited membership. As it is, practically every athletical- ly inclined student has taken up this popular sport. One reason for the increased interest was the fact that baseball could not be indulged in last falL Besides the regular tennis enthusiasts, most of the others now resort to tennis for some form of recreation, and our two courts are always occupied .from three o'clock till supper time. In the spring of the year 1915, a tournament was arranged to determine the champions in singles and doub- les. As the prizes were gold medals to the winner of the singles and an official 'S' to both of the winners of the doubles, the competition was very keen. In the elimination contest, each contestant had to play four men. At the end of this contest there remained two men to play off the finals. Since the interest on account of this contest has so increased, the Athletic Association has decided to build two new courts on the new campus. east of the building. The physical culture class will attend to the work. We ought to have the best athletic Held in the city, after these courts are completed. Y 'Y YY Y T - ' ' . 11 ' , '71 ' - ! ,..:,...,- ' ' THE PHYSICAL CULTURE CLASS . CHARACTERISTICS f f asm --fr -- -GBE APPEARANCE OF CARL SCHMIDT is that of a gentleman. He stands very erect, measuring about five feet and eleven inches. All the members of his body are proportional, except his ears. which have a noticeable protrusion. This however may be subject- tive. His nose. located between his small brown eyes, is just as long as half his fore-finger, and seems to be a little irregular, showing re- sults of weathering. His head, covered with a dark black pompadour, is just large enough to surround that deeply grooved brain of his. Nothing else is exceptionally noteworthy, except his great understand- in . g Mr. Schmidt dresses very neatly, always wearing well-pressed clothes. This, or his beautiful phisiognomy makes him very attractive for the fair ones. He has a very forceful appearance on the stage, which I suppose, carried considerable weight in the inter-society con- tests. He is a great lover of sports, such as baseball, tennis, and swim- ming. If Carl continues to develop all his good qualities and continues to suppress the bad ones, his future will be a bright one. Without a doubt he will. ,QLAF BARTHEL, the heavy man of the class is one of those fortu nate few, who take no thought for the morrow and very little for to-day. No special reason can be given for his nom de plume Topsy but from the very beginning of his college career this cognomen has adorned his personage. He is not given to athletics although in his earlier years at the institution, he played baseball His main exercise is obtained in calisthenic drills. He is a lover of books and one of his main haunts is the library, where he studies with eagerness the pic tures of the great masters. Olaf has also taken much interest ln Shakespeare. and is always quick in analyzing the plot Of all the branches in his curriculum, Hebrew seems to be his stumbling block His great hobby it music. He prides himself of being able to play the piano, bass horn, trombone, and the violin: and with a little prac tice he could also manipulate the cello, comet, Bute and clarinet I a program given by one of the literary societies during the past year he starred by impersonating Paderewski in 'Meditation He 1S at pres ent playing the trombone in the orchestra, although during the past year, he played the bass horn. Olaf is also taking lessons on the vio lin and will soon discard the trombone to take up this less boisterous instrument. We predict that his musical education will be of great advantage to him in later years and will play a prominent part in the life of this worthy member of the Class '16, CHARACTERISTICS J QF YOU PERCHANCE should see a man of some five feet six inches in height, laboring ardently to comfortably drag about some 250 pounds of beef all his own, you can take a quiet guess that it is Wal- ter 'Butch' Herrling. the president of the Class '16. And if he is wear- ing spectacles, has ruddy cheeks, and smiles as your eyes meet his, you can be doubly sure that the object of your undivided attention and curiosity is the worthy member of the class of classes. Gentle in his bearing toward his superiors, exact in his conduct, studious and conscientious in his class work, our friend Walter is a character worthy of attention and admiration. Who has ever seen him morose ? I have not, and he has been a very intimate acquaint- ance of mine for tive years. His over-supply of avoirdupois is respon- sible for a constant flow of humor from both sides: from him and the boys. Again we see the two seemingly inseparable factors: fat and fun. Walter has been a very active member of Chrysostomos, and has lent his best efforts to work success there. He is the first tenor of the Senior Quartet-and anyone who knows the volubility of the basses, will readily admit that Walter has to do more than play up and down the scale if he wishes to draw the public's attention to the products of his vocal cords. Walter is booked to enter the St. Louis Lutheran Seminary next September, where he will take a course in theology. Mr. Herrling needs no wishes for success, because his very disposition draws it to him. But if I am permitted to hope, I wouid hope that Walter. alias 'Butch' Herrling, may Some day serve his Master in the kingdom of the Almighty. -WHENK AWAY BACK in the autumn of 1909 the first preps, mouths wide open with wonder and amazement, were ushered into their class-room, Domsch was one of the leaders. He had gathered a little experience along that line, a little more than the most of us, and we looked to him for advice and the initiative in many things. Since that time all have progressed rapidly and have learned to work together as a body, but ever since that time Theo. Domsch has held an important place in the Class of '16. Theo. Domsch is known and appreciated because of his jovial dis- position and humor. He makes a cloudy day bright, and a bright day brighter, especially in Latin class. He makes this study a real pleas- ure instead of a task. Still one could hardly call Latin his hobby. He has no favorite: each of his studies receives as regular attention as his meals? ? ? One of his chief accomplishments is his music. He is entertain- ing at the piano, and is also a member of our Orchestra. The Class of '16,and many other things, would certainly be incomplete without him. a.J CHARACTERISTICS csfnf f-A V -QF GEORGE KETTNER. the saying holds true, that it is the small things which count in this world. The small thing, in our case is our little, Haba, Haba, George Kettner who drifted here by one l of the cool September breezes in 1910 to be developed into a true 1 representation of the small things which make up this world. In stat- ure he is rather abbreviated, which makes him the baby of the Sen- X ior Family. It is for this reason-also that we chose him as our busi- , ness manager: for we knew no one would dare to pick on him, since 5 he is so small. Not only did the Seniors recognize his ability along 5 this line, but the Dining Hall management also had to look to him as their chief of the dish-washing crew, which he has managed for six 1 years with unusual ability. r As to his disposition, he is hard to beat: he greets every one with 5 a smile and likes to see everybody happy. The only boy that did not l feel like returning his smile was the one for whom he had no mail, but what did George care for that: he always went his same old way. In his classes he was the Star of the East. His favorite studies being all the dead languages, mathematics and chemistry. In company he was always the one to whom all eyes were direct- ed when it came to a healthy joke or laugh. Whenever the Fairer Ones were around he had to be watched in order not to be kidnapped 7 by them on account of his fascinating graces. I Long will he be remembered by his friends, fellow students, and most of all by his class-mates. -QHEORGE 'IT' LUECKE, the smallest and, at the same time, the nois- iest member of the class, is well worthy of our consideration. His wit and humor fairly out-shadows that of Mark Twain. In his walks of daily life, he never fails to observe the fairer sex. What is said of all great men, may also be said of 'It'. He is endowed with a distinguished gift which marks the greatness in every man of this materialistic age. The power of speech, the instinct to argue, and the ability to exaggerate are products of his brain, His melodious voice with strains of beautiful crescendos and diminuendos is repeatedly heard re-echoing through the melancholly halls. Although he reserves the right to serve chili beans and mustard sauce, we do not credit him with all he does, nor do we hold him responsible for all he says. George means everything for the best. He does not mean to harm, or to awaken ill-feelings. We realized this during his first days at the institution. We wish Mr. Luecke a bright future. CH RACTERISTICS .ess -J-li WN ADOLF HOYER we already see the future minister. His stately and erect figure shows all of this. As he goes through the halls, all the Sextaners flee: for they harbor high respect in their hearts for him. If you go into his room during study hour, you find him there with a two-for cigar in his mouth, either wielding his 'Old Trusty' . Parker Lucky Curve in a merciless way, or you see him go after the Jewish language in a rranner which would make you think that he i intended to learn, in one night, all the Hebrew Sauberzweig-Schmidt contained. Adolf takes a liking to fountain pens: for he says they are the handiest thing in the world, as you do not have to sharpen them and do not have to carry a bottle of ink with you all the time if you wish to write. However, Adolf's hobby is Socialism. Whenever a question of this religion arises among the boys, Hoyer is at once called for to answer and discuss it. Many a time have we seen him on his way from town reading a socialistic paper and pondering over it. Hoyer's favorite exercise is replacing broken windows. He claims to have discovered a system of puttying which will never allow the window to break if an object is thrown against it. Adolf ought to have his discovery patented: for he may be able to make a fortune i by it. 'KARL SCAER is a sturdy lad of tall stature with a radiant countenance. He is a favorite of many students, especially his class mates. His hobby is his studies: his metaphorical liking to mathematics and He- brew have not been surpassed by the most zealous students. He has left a most immortal impression on the Senior class, by choosing the eccentric position on the lower end of the 'Table Round' in our library. One could not but envy him, as he leaned back on the warm radiator in a most comfortable position on a cold day, gently inhaling the brisk Greek atmosphere. But Greek, Hebrew, and Mathematics have been of greater benefit to Karl than a person may be inclined to think: for these studies have benefited him immensely, as he is a iirm believer in the axiom that working in the line of greatest resistance is an all-im- portant factor in character building. But as some thorns bear roses so also all sorrows and woes of our class-mate Karl blossom into a full flower of joy. When the last knell of the class bell is wafted away in- to silence by the super-temperate breezes, he follows the call of the harvest westward. , L 1 i I E LAYING THE CORNER STONE in Elf' Elms Gsssiunstss sf? Eshmvs Csillsgs who umslilss this scssirfmm jpnsssiibalsg ii: is agojgsifssilsitilvsily DE HCATED THE ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE ALUMNI ' ASSOCIATION. ,ami L I ' ,dlp BY AN ALUMNUS. 55 E WHO RECEIVES A BENEFIT should never forget ity he who be- stows should never remember it. It was with this thought in mind that St. John's College Alumni Association was organized. The spirit of thankfulness was the motive that called this association into existenceg for we feel that we owe much to our Alma Materg that we are greatly indebted to her. Many of us have spent six years at St. John's, years that first looked long and dark to us: but now, since they are gone and since they are passed, they look but as yesterday. These were years of importance: to many of us the deciding years in our lives. It was during these years that we were taught how to think, how to feel, and how to act. It was when at St. John's that our habits were fixed and our characters formed. If we ever should amount to something, if we ever should accomplish anything worth while, we feel, that next to God, we owe it to our dear Alma Mater. It was while at St. John's that friendships were formed that are ever- lastingg for the most powerful friendships are usually those that are formed in the early season of our lives, when we are most susceptible of warm and affectionate impressions. It was here during the days and years of common joy and common adversity that friendships struck root which will never cease to be vigorous. And only he can call a true friend his own who knows that there is nothing more diffcult than to find oneg only he can feel our ap- preciation of our Alma Mater. But finally we must not forget the greatest of all benefits received at St. John's, viz: the Christian doctrines in which we were instructed and the Christian atmosphere under which we lived. 0ur,Alma Mater is one of the few where The Fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom. Here our Saviour was continually pointed out to us, here we were taught how to love THE ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION sz... l ll Him more dearly and how to obey Him more willingly. Here we found out that it does not require great learning to be a Christian, but only a willing- ness to obey God, that the greatest of all blessings and the most enobling of all privileges is indeed to be a Christian. Here it was where we spent our most invigorating years under the guidance and influence of a faculty that consists of men who inspire hope and courage. Are these not all benefits that call for appreciation and thankfulness? Realizing this, and knowing that in union of like-minded men there is great strength, the Alumni of St. John's College combined in the year 1909, and formed the Alumni Association. Its membership has now reached the num- ber of one hundred and ten, and includes such men as: F. W. Behnken, who has charge of a flourishing congregation at Houston, Texas, G. C. Jacobson, who is a prominent minister in Californiag F. Hertz, who is now associate manager of the European branch of the International Harvester Company, with headquarters in Berlin, Germanyg E. B. Wood, superintendent of the High School at Newkirk, Oklahoma 3 A. Honnold, who is with the West Pub- lishing Company at St. Paul, Minnesota, and is 'the author of a popular law book 3 I. J. Kloster, able principal of our Commercial Department, and others. The organization aims to be a help to the Alma Mater in bringing in new material, in supporting the faculty, and in aiding the College along financial lines. Above all, our Association appreciates the high privilege it has in being actively engaged in increasing the number of workers for the Christian vineyard, and being indirectly instrumental in the saving of souls, the greatest and most glorious work. Should our Association succeed in this, its members will feel that their work has not been in vaing they have only repaid a trifle of the great debt they owe. Their everlasting wish and prayer will be: Viuat, crescat, floriat, Alma Mater! A ll I l 1 A 1, Ng , . 4 ' Y ,1 K :- D S if 5 IJ .ri K ,Z f -'5E?2a:zs C fi gggcxcnurm 'I' Dflidllgbnl- ' Marg! ,ES H K Q 1 ,J .-'ESX M X -v, - HHH X -. ' :iff f -iii mfg? ., a h N QQ, 1 '------ -- X ll 1 'nv i N I ' fa 5 1, f- ' 3 'Ei ef 5 fa N ,Q ' 0, X 2 ' ' fl T L- k , . A l' , .T ghlfsz, -' 'v' -gx a r ,gfia I W ua 'H' UW no UW ff Z2 Qwglg . f f ' , x 52, 7 f ' - 435. - '- ,WJQ 'AQ Q' fi X- 5, 5 ,lj f ' iq ! -'A V --v- I I I . ' L g J - r I r F W, ! ,f , , Vik? LL l'z1.f.1 11: gg, fl , ,' . 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It may be stated in plain and direct words that the purpose of this sec- tion is not to humiliate anyone: not to refiect on any certain stu- dents, or student's character. The end we held in View was this : We wish to give to the public, to you, dear reader, an example of college wit and humor. Whether we have succeeded or not is for you to judge. Then we hope and wish that the following section will prove to be truly humorous and witty. We hope to see a smile playing about your lips as you turn and return the pages. If We do, our purpose shall not have failed. If we do not, we shall be truly sorry that we did not reach the desired result. If it offend you, dear reader, be assured that it was not intentional. But if it of- fend you in spite of this, we beg your honest pardon. 1 WIT AND HUMOR SJTGA it gig' ll W. M l ig. Qs-69 is it WHAT WOULD HAPPEN- If Brueggy quit smoking ? If Fuchs would quit joking ? - If Luecke quit sighing? QW dx. If Jake would quit gyeing ? N If Lefty would run ? If Charlie would pun 2 If Menke quit bluiiing? X4 If Hoyer quit coughing ? 9 If Shep's shoes were muddy 'Z N' If Rip would get smutty ? lllli If the team won a game ? If Spring raised the grain ? W If Schmidt would not debate ? lf Topsy would not be late ? lf Topsy quit lagging? ll And Brueggy quit bragging ? li ll WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IF-- we-A liyll Topsy had a compo out in time ? Bouvy would become assistant teacher Q Fuchs had nothing to say ? fl. Dittmer quit jigging? I Gloe quit imitating Uncle Josh ? N Gerhard were not leaning against the radiator ? X Ben quit star gazing? Richman were out of stories ? ,Lf Carter quit stalling ? The team would play a good game of ball ? We would enter the Kansas Conference? Q We were entirely without the concert for one night? Hoyer would spit 'K ly Shag would become serious ? 'X Shep's letter would miss one day 'C , Stoehr quit prophesying? Buff would be at breakfast? Grabow would voice an opinion WIT ANDIHUMOR WHERE YOU WOULD FIND THEM IF PROF. MEYER WANTED THEM. RICHMAN ,E,. ,,.. O n the Campus reciting poetry. Gron ,,E,,, .,,, I u his room writing an oration. SHEP, ...... .. ---.Out at the mail box waiting for a letter. Aueusrmr ,,I. -..In the Empire. V GRABOW . ,...,.., Looking up Iconaclast. GBRHARD . . .,,.. In the Ladies' Waiting Room. OTTEN D... . ..... - - Watering the lawn. BORIAC .,.,..,e,e. At his desk, working out some Greek. ToPsY.---....--, SCAER,C .,..,... .Standing at the window. .Practicing with the Quartet. ' KETTNER. . , ..... Practicing with the Quartet. HERRLING ., t.,... Practicing with the Quartet. HOYER ,.,.. ..... Practicing with the Quartet. I Fucns ..... Entertaining a crowd-anywhere in the building. BRUEGGY. ....... Very hard to tell. Take a guess! SECOND TEAM In Kruse's room analyzing the faults of the Team. VVETZEL. ..,...... In company with ? ? ? ? ABEL . .,,,.,...,, E. SCHMIDT, - In company with ? ? ? ? Imitating Syd Chaplin. FRITZ SAEGER .... Sleeping. . 4 --'ff --fzsb'-+-- Avbunch of Freshies are we, As green as green can beg Least that's what Juniors say. Oh:! Maywe wise grow, And in the future know Just half as much as they. When youfre foolin' in the hall-way An' havin' lots of fun, A laughin' and a 'jabberin' You'd 'better watch your corners, And keep a sharp look-out, For Wente sure will get you Ef you don't watch out. if Q69 65 QM? -1 IT AND HUMOR Q W9 E QQ? SENIOR CLASS SONG. Six long years: We have worked! We have worked H We have worked! ll Never once, Have we shirked, A Have we shirked, Have we shirked, When a plane and saw, Or a physic law, Or a noted verse, made the meals taste worse: We've had rnuch patience You can plainly see! No doubt can see !! CHORUS : Purple and Cream, our colors gay, We wave, for this is graduation day. Where e'er we live we love for aye St. John's College, far away. We think with pleasure, of the golden treasure. And the- good full measure-of work, For six long years: but now with tears We've come to say, Goodbye l All that's past: Now we're sad! Now we're sad !! Now we're sad! l ! Wish we'd been: Not so bad, Not so bad, Not so bad, In the world we stand, And the way is hardg But we'l1 think each day of our College way. We'll live to bring much honor back to you, Our dear St. John's. QQ WIT AND HUMOR' PRoF. in Chemistry It is strange that Oxygen, so essential to all animal life, was discovered only about a century ago. Domsch: 'LWell, how in the world did the people live before it was discovered QUESTION No. 3 in Chemistry test : Can you state the atomic theory 14 Butch's paper had the following an- swer: Yes PRoF. in Chemistry: In what states do we find Oxygen ? Karl: In every state in the Union. OTTEN in Botany: What's your favor- ite Hower ? Miss Krause: Bachelor button. LSCRUB,' who is always eager to assist his class-mates at every opportunity, asked in botany class: Is 'there any one of you that has no bleeding heart? Ihave a few extras. WHEN the present Freshmen were lst preps, they read the story of the 'Sagacious Dog,' Prof. Lindemeyer asked: What is a sagacious dog ? Jake Schlotthauer confidently: Oh, that's one of those with their tongues hang- ing out. , PRANGE 2 Say, Yauk, what are you go- ing to write your compo on ? Yank: On a rain drop. Prange: It must be pretty shortg I'm going to write mine on paper. CHICK: Say, Topsy, did you hear about the robbery last night ? Topsy : No. Chick : Well, you had better keep your eyes open. Topsy: Why. Chick: Well, if you don't you won't be able to see. If another flood should come To my Hebrew books I'd fly, For if the world should overflow These books would still be dry. PROF: l'What is the definition of Syn- onym ? Second Prep 3 It is the word you use when you can't spell the other. PRoF: How were Ferdinand and Isa- bell minded toward the Protestants ? Helfrich : Feeble-minded. GABRIEL: - Yessiree, I saw a man who was working on a ten-story building fall off one day, and, sir, he quit work right then and there. WE RECOMMEND SHCQCIJS Hand Made 5c.-CIGAR-Sc. PLAGMANN 81 DOANE -ffQw f D1s T RIB U T 0 R S- WINFIELD, KANSAS SBIR , A - -Q.. If iWQQffyffI W!lf!W? j , -l I'III - -...-. I - -k 1.-l I I f..-f .- , g.-. Z-1 - II '- -if IIIIW 7A 7'-if ,IIE e9 'l'4'w II II T- gin: SQUEF I Q -.... 'I 'I 'IPM +I I E :rr I li 'IS -: IVR C3555-OF sec-,EFI !'I' - ' oFTHEDEHTHoPII 2 EII, E,-II III? II IIIIIII II I E :Trl ffII'II,II'IIII I Q E IIIIIIIIi X I I-If QII Il I: Lg Pg 51-:W FINIS REMARKS.-Your task, dear reader, is finished, as is ours. We assure you that it was with pleasure that we devoted our time and efforts in attempting to give the reader something worth while. We thank you for having purchased one of our Annuals, and wish you well. We now bid you a regretful and thankful 'F arewel1.' C1-ASSEFH E ADVERTESE NTS CONDENSED REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF T s Cswiley Q mur sli m WWEERJFHELDQ KANSAS AT THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS MARCH 7TH, 1916. RESOURCES LIABILITIES Loans and Discounts, ,..........,...... 5761954.59 Capital Stock paid in .,,. 350,000.00 S100 000 00 Banking House, Furniturc and Fixtures,-. 15,000.00 Capital Stock eafliedu ' 50'000'00 5 , I 000 0 Surplus and Undwlded Profits earned, . . 101,481.86 U. S. Bonds to secure circulation. .... --- 100, .0 Circulation, -Q-----WA-N-nn-HFU- 100,000.00 Cash and Sight Exchange, .,... . ...,.. 306,623.18 Deposits' ,-'-.-k----------- Nni- ---,- 3 8 31195.91 3189.577-77 S1,189,577.77 The above statement is correct. M. F. JARVIS, Cashier. ess jdfember ofthe Federal Reserve Association of the United States. Your Business Respectfully Solicited. PROFESSION,AL'CARDAS 'f DR. H. D. WELLS Q D E N T I S T DR. R. E. MCALLISTER Office Over Plagmann 8: Doanes QF D EN T I S T Office Phone 384 PHONE, 100. WINFIELD, KANSAS. WINFIELD, - - - KANSAS. C .EQZQS-... Qfjfffg SMITTY was telling a dream at the AUGUSTINE went to Fuchs' stand and f. asked for a can of Talcum powder. What scent asked Fuchs. G breakfast table. He was relating how K he and some others had fought the 6 Mexicans. And then, Said he, I run k out of shells. ' ,g., Oh! the twenty-five cent will do, was - W11H.fsdid YOU do, then if' inquired Augyys answer' the 1nqu1s1t1ve Qne. n C Kept on running ! was the pert reply. QQQQEJ GMA QQ... A. A. ATKINSGN ...kicgrsg A. ,F ,- ,.A. YO UN G 1003 Main St., WINFIELD, KANS. O O Q O O O O O O O O Q O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O READ THIS CAREFULLY f My long experience in the Paintiu Business is the best guarantee of absolute satisfaction. All painting of the St. John's Dormitory was in my charge. Estimates furnished on all finishing work. J . M . V A U G H N TELEPHONE 1068. oe- WINFIELD, KANSAS. C O O O O O O O O Q O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O GO TO THE - , O. K. Barber Shop Champlon Shoe Shop E M. M. VAWTER, Proprietor FINE SEWED WORK A SPECIALTY 212 East 9th Avenue ALL WORK FIRST-CLASS . '- , We employ only skilled workmen and M , B , M IL L I G A N l use absolutely sanitary methods. NINTH AND CHURCH EI YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED FRANK ROBIESON'S . . - . Q While the Team was in Wichita recent- L u I1 c h a n d C h Ill S t a I1 d ly Schmidt and Schmidt werrr into the Har- 1 . Vey House for lunch. Upon seeing a lady 2122 East 9th Avenue Q soliciting the orders, Eddie whispered: A We Say, Smitty, is that Fred Harvey's LUNCH CHILI 0 wife El HA MBURGER PIES 1872. F0rtyQF0ur Years Old. 1916. T N TE AL CQ 6 fees -IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHHHHHH!UIIIHIIIIIIIIIIII1'Qi? We IIIHHHHHHHHHIIIHIHIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllllllllllllllllllllli'fQE'-r W C. ROBINSON R. Ii BRADLEY JT E DUNN President. Cashier. Vice President. H E COOPER and CHAS. S. DEVER, Assistunz Cashiers. o YM U -' o jnnouncement ! -Hnnouncementf . R UNIQUE DRY CLEANERS JOHN CLIFT, Proprietor Awivfx-f Q5,-e'551fr E l E6 15 6eleph0ne N0. 363 I 213 cgast AQ? 3-if WTF I MILLER SL WATSON Staple and Fancy Groceries Fresh and Cured Meats Telephone No. 6 120 East 9th Ave. JM B. LIGHT: If E HINSHAW LEWIS BOYSQ President. Vice President. Cashier. The State Bank No. 810 Main Street WINFIELD, KANSAS 7's' Capital and Surplus, 31011000.00 Commercial Banking in all its phases. Savings Accounts draw 4 per cent interest. Loans on Farms and City Property. Checking Accounts Solicited. -Hef--fffllllljiglllil' LiA' You Are Cordially Invited to Call and Get Acqurzinted With This Growirggg Institution. PROFESSIONAL CARDS DR. C. T. RALLS, DR. P. W. GIBSON, Eye, Ear, N039 and T111-gat Osteopath---General Practice OFFICE: FULLER BLOCK FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING Omce Hours: 9100 to 121101 200 to 5100 Ojfice Phone, 301. Residence Phone, 361. TELEPHONES Graduate of American School of Osteopathy, Offce, 814. Residence, 940. ' Kirksville, Missouri. DR. R. W. JAMES, ,ig , R. B. HAMMOND, D. D. s. General Practice and Surgery ,A X-RA Y EQUIPMENT AT OFFICE FIRST NATIONAL BANK FIRST NATIONAL BANK BUILDING BUILDING A-T E L E P H o N E st Ofiice Phone, 11. Residence Phone. 151. Office, 496. Residence, 105. UR INVITATION We invite you to open an account with us if you are not J now a customer, and assure you we can serve you Well. WW We are the oldest bank in the county and have always tried to do a careful business. Would like to have you call and talk over anything in our line. . WINFIELD NATIONAL BANK, Capital and Surplus, SI40,000.00 JAMES LAWTON, President. HENRY KIBBE, Cashier. J. L. PARSONS, Vice President. GEO. E. TOOMBS, Assistant Cashier. Say, Bill, come to Clarkis Barber Shop with me. We all go there for first-class workf, JOHN CLARK, Prop'r. 1 ATHLETIC GCJODS! Z1 WE ARE THE LOCAL J AGENTS FOR F1 mg me N9 KANSAS CITY ATHLETIC SPORTING GOODS All equipment is fully guaranteed with nothing added to the price for a name or trade mark. f 4 ,f t 90 F X ' 4 1' , L an GUSTAVE KUHLMAN B. B. F LOUR QFUYN9 A HOUSEHOLD NECESSITY mb. '1 The Baden Mills Co. WINFIELD, KANSAS HEN YOU FEEL THE NEED of a good first- class Hotel, you can feel satisiied by staying at Ge Bfettun. We have iirst-class accommoda- tions and excellent service. A. H. CALL, Proprietor. jbfain and Seventh Streets Gelephone 141 WINFIELD STEAM LAUND WE WASH EVERYTHING UT TH E F BABY STEAMIAUNDRY FR AlBll:gn5gRii ER ,PRO FRANK PARKER P jbtr. 5t. John's Student Q When in need of Barber Work of the very + .gf G fi best go to R. G. Waters' Barber Shop er No. 8101-2 MAIN STREET ST, JOHN'S CHOICE Always Ready :ee Lunch, Ice Cream, Candy. Home-Made Pies ..... Cold Drinks and Hot Drinks. Wise's Candy Kitchen ONE DOOR NORTH ST. JAMES HOTEL SOME REMARK FOR A SENIOR. The Class of '16 had assembled for a short meeting. It was an election, and nominations were in order. Several men had been nomin- ated, when suddenly George, I-Iadaf called for the floor and in his cheerful but serious voice said: I move that the nominees be closed. A LITTLE DISCREPANCY. The Class had been reiterating that like must be compared with like, and that only similar things could go together. Say, inquired It, do dog and cat go to- gether ? No, replied the Prof., one goes after the other. B SHARP! B NATURAL! BUT NEVER B FLAT! Can it be true? Herrling: Why do mules throw back their ears when they kick ? Noall: To hear what will be said when they get through. NOTICE! ' In answering the advertisements in this publica- tion you will confer a great favor upon us by rnen- tioning Qze 5un170wer. GOOD SHOES FOR LESS That's what you get at this Store. We specialize on few prices. Only carry Shoes for Men, Women and boys ...... Full line of Tennis Shoes and Oxfords. Call and see us P I P E R ' S SPECIALTY SHOE STORE VISIT THE Boston Candy K1tchen .Ci If 'f1i'?Q-E -fm GW vf HOME MADE CANDIES '- ICE CREAM sorr DRINKS N . 1 N RTH MAI . -me O 30 O N Best Steam aundry ' GEO. T. DUBLER, Proprietor No. 216 West Ninth Avenue PHONE 14 Q LOUIS BORIAC, St. John's College Agent. ALWAYS on hand a fresh collection of the best, and best made, Clothing in America---such as made by L. Adler Brothers 8: Co., Rochester, Schloss Bros. 81 Co., of Baltimore, and other fam- ous makers. A full line of Furnishings, Hats, and Shoes for young men and boys. Prices guaranteed the very lowest---quality considered. We buy lines especially adapted to Students. J . S. M A N N, ' WINFIELD, KANSAS. I have been for twenty-two years serving , Q the ST. Joi-IN STUDENTS with the best Candies, U f Fruits, Ice Cream, and Soda Drinks the market affords. i DOUG. BOURDETTE 818 MAIN STREET ,,,, .... Q V hz: :, aw:L.,.....,. ,::L:::,,,gfsmfgrrzz:::--:::p3..,g.., ..... 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