Sterling High School - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Sterling, IL)

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2 12' . . ix JL mats? In 1919 the enrollment of these now tame Indians became so large that a new tepee was erected. Monsieur Scott Willams, a prominent citizen of Sterling, served as the first coach of the game which the Americans call football. We have nothing with which to compare it in France. However, its popularity with the Americans is comparable with the French delight in bowling. All games or athletics were introduced by the faculty and board in order that the pupils might give vent to their ferocity in such a manner as to develop both body and mind. The first gymnasium classes were conducted by Mr. Austin. In 1918 scheduled gymnasium was introduced and was taught by Miss Harriet Echternach and Mr. H. Z. Mussel- man. In 1901, the Art Committee of the high school held an Art Exhibit in order that they might secure funds with which to beautify the interior of the building. This exhibit of oil paintings, water colors, and etchirgs was contributed by the citizens of Sterling and Rock Falls. It has also been the custom of each graduating class to publish a document in which they record the history of their years in the high school. This is called the Blue and Goldfl Thus endeth the report of my brief stay at the Township High School-the pride of the Sterling residents. Signed, M. H. '27. -Jacques La Salle S. H. S. EQUIPMENT The Sterling Township High School is modern in all of its activities. This completeness is also extended to the equipment. We are exceptionally proud of the Sterling Township High School. Needless to say, we measure up to the state requirements. Our study halls and recitation rooms are furnished with all school necessities. Each assembly room is supplied with reference material of which there is, to the dismay of some students, an unending supply. The Seniors have found Twelve Centuries of English Poetry and Prose especially a satisfactory source of knowledge con- cerning such men as Chaucer, Milton, and Burke. The large, ofhce accommodates all book report necessities. It is in this room that the school librarian, Mrs. Coe, recommends the books over which the classmen wrangle. She has listed under her care the volumes of Scott, Poe, Shakespeare, and other notable writers. Besides fiction there are tomes filled with the weighty philosophy, psychology, pedagogy, science, and biographies. The private office is used as a workshop and conference room by Professor Austin. All delinquents are dealt with in this room. The basement laboratories of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and General Science are equipped with the necessary apparatus for all scientific experiments. In connection with the physical training our school is furnished with a splendid gymnasium and shower rooms for both boys and girls. The boys are supplied with all track, football, and basketball regalia. Coaches Eades and Whaley extend a hearty invitation to any boy who wants to try out for any of these activities, they have athletic suits in all sizes. All dramatic demonstrations of the year are presented on the large stage in the gymnasium. With the addition of the new building the pupils were given the advantages offered in the Commercial, Domestic Science, and Shop departments. The rooms are fitted with all necessities. Anyone majoring in these subjects finds adequate equipment for the work offered. With all of these advantages why shouldn't we be proud of S. H. S.? 1927 11. -M. H. '27

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-4 UHISTOIRE Owing to the peculiar development of ether waves, we succeeded in our at- tempt to communicate with characters of reputefeven the famous Sieur de La Salle. lVe make this explanation with apologies to the noted spiritualist, Conan A. Doyle. TO THE FRENCH PARLIAMENT DO I MAKE THIS REPORT WRITTEN ON THIS FIRST DAY OF JUNE IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD, NINETEEN HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SEVEN. I, Jacques La Salle, journeyed from the French coast, at Calais on the twenty- Hrst day of May, nineteen twenty-seven, to make the trip to America. Wishinjg to follow the path taken by my illustrious sire, I started the trip from New York to Montreal in a small fishing boat. At Montreal I procured a guide, provisions, and a canoe, and continued up the St. Lawrence in this manner until the Great Lakes were reached. From then on my journey was made on the lake steamers. However, I kept in constant attendance the Canadian guide who knew the country so well and had kept me informed as to the traditions and customs of the natives. Our company at last reached Chicago, where I was royally treated as the guest of the mayor. Nevertheless, I felt myself very decidedly out of place and con- sequently soon departed from the city. From thence, Pierre, the guide, and I traveled southwest. In the course of our travel, we came into the city of Sterling, located at 890 20' ' west longitude and 41 0 50 north latitude. The city was of such a quality as to suggest sterling value and the residents wc1'e very proud of their accomplish- ments. Their school of advanced learning which they call a high school was of special importance in their eyes and the chronicle was very interesting. I learned its history through the tale told by the elderly gentlemen at whose home we stayed. Knowing that the members of the Parlement wish a complete record of my journey, I will give an account of this sojourn. This city of Sterling had been but a small town for many years but it is con- stantly expanding, until it will soon become a great city. Early in its history the band of 'fIVhites had been terrorized by the appearance of a ferocious tribe of Indians who, because of the locality from which they came, were called East End Indians and who had the characteristics of their progenitors. In the year 1896, the townspeople met with success in their final attempt to defeat the braves and the result was disastrous to the Indians that had caused the settlers so much trouble. By the vote of the people an institution of Knowledge was built as a means of punishment. The site of the building was Township 21, Range 7 East, County of W'hiteside, in Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12, Block 19, West of Broadway. A board of education was also elected, consisting of Messieurs C. A. Weth- erbee, E. Brown, J. F. Platt, F. VV. Wheeler and W. A. Sanborn to rule over these barbarians in their curricular activities. When the school opened in the fall of 1898, the townspeople hired tecahers to instruct and eivilize these Indians. The first teaching staff included Mr. O. L. Miller, Principal, Miss Kate M. Stoddard, Miss Frances G. Hershey, Miss Bertha M. Forbes, Miss Mable C1. Waldo and Mr. Charles Herman. In 1902, Big Chief Austin became principal. 1927 10

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