Sycamore High School - Leaves Yearbook (Sycamore, IL)

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O00000OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Q S S E S OOOOOOOOOOOOOOO 00000000000 - - - 1 Cel.-I see a light ahead, what can it mean? Tou.-Thou shalt know soon, it is merely a mirage, which cometh from the desire to reach thy goal. Ros.-I see here the path turns again. Tou.-Ay, this last part is the hardest of all to traverse. Celia, observe that the light that thou sawst is not here. But yonder, not far distant, is thy goal. And now, before thy goal is quite reached, it is desired that thou writest a document called the Oracle. Ros.-But is it not difficult to write at the same time that I am walking? Tou.-Ah, that is the test 5 to make it the best document of its kind ever written, and yet keep up thy journey, and observe at the same time the vegeta- tion, for it is only by this means that thou wilt learn anything from this great Forest of Arden, the place of great learning. Thou hast kept up with thy study of the rubber tree, the Tree of Athletics, which is very interesting, but is apt to eclipse the others in the eyes of some. Ros.-It is only through thy efforts, oh Touchstone, that I have been able to comprehend tl1e mysteries of this forest, and now as I am nearing my goal, is there any way that I can repay you for all the kindnesses on thy part? If I can do so, I pray you, tell me at once, and I will endeavor to do the deed in the best way possible. Tou.-I see that thou art already yearning to be away from this forest, nay, do not interrupt me. Thou art anxious, even if thou dost not know it. Therefore, the only thing that I require is that after thou art out of the forest, that thou live up to the standards that thou hast had here, and that thou livest the kind of a life that will do most for the world. Be not selfish: they say that Service is the ,Watchword of the Hour, keep it in thy heart, a11d remember the place where thou hast acquired thy learning. Ros.-I shall never forget thee as long as I shall live, and I will try to do thy bidding in all things. I see the light ahead? it must be that we are at the goal. . Tou.-That we are. Let us see this document that thou hast been writ- ing. Ah, 'tis a work of art, this shalt go down in history as one of the best, if not the best, document of its kind ever Written. Thou hast fought well, Rosalind, and I pray that thou wilt read this parchment. Cllands her parchment which he has picked up from stone by the road-side.J Ros. Clteadingj-Thou hast completed the journey through the Forest of Arden with great credit to thyself, take this, and enter into other places of learning. Perchance thou wilt not use this for else but rubbish, but remember as long as thou livest, that the Forest of Arden was the place where thou didst acquire the greater part of thy knowledge. In future years when thy children shall ask of thee Where tl1ou were educated, tell them in the Forest of Arden, and think of the pleasure that thou hast had. And above all do not forget Celia. She will help thee in time of trouble if thou wilt take her with thee on thy journey of life. Ros.-And now I have reached my goal and won it, Celia, I shall take thee with me if thou wilt but come. I shall never forget tl1e Forest of Arden- its dangers and pleasures-especially the latter, for we remember only the pleasant things about such an experience. CEXeunt Rosalind and Celiaj. Tou. Cturning sadly away?-And now I suppose that I shall have to take others through this forest, but ol1 Rosalind! How thou didst win my heart! May Success be with thee in all thy days and thy life be one of prosperity and JOY I Page Tfwenty-raven n 1 1 1 3 T l l 00000 OOOO0OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOC I 9 2 3 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO00000 0 I - I 1 - 1 1 1 1 l 1 1

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OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ' S S E S OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO0000000000O Ros.-I hear the sound of running waters. Ah, it sounds sweet! Tou.-I pray you, do not drink, for the waters are polluted with a pecul- iar mineral, known to some as loaf spirits and to others as I don't care. It makes not much difference, for one swallow of the liquid is fatal, and destroys all desire to succeed. Cel.-Ah, there it is! What a beautiful stream! It must certainly be a pleasure to follow it to the end of its journey. Tou.-Doubtless, but I have been told that the difficulties increase as the stream nears the Sea of Dullness. Ros.-What peculiar foliage! These mighty oaks seem in a way familiar. Tou.-Ay, they are the Trees of Mathematics-they are the hardest to comprehend, for one needs many hours of quiet study to understand all their branches, and to know how to do this with the least possible effort. Cel.-Oh! Oh! Oh! See that horrible serpent, Rosland. Step to one side lest thy foot disturb it. Tou.-That is the Serpent of Mischief. He is very fond of getting people lured away from their purpose, and he is very sly also. Ros.-I think I never saw any creeping thing so resplendent. No won- der that some like to play with him. Tou.--And now we are come to the bend in the road. As you see, there are many interesting paths leading in different directions, but all who would reach the goal press on in the center path. You will notice a slight rise in the ground. That is so you may have a better outlook on life, and may see dangers more readily. Also, you will notice a difference in the vegetation. The trees grow more profusely, and are more difficult to study. For example, the trees of Second Year's growth of Latin are most annoying. There are so many peculiarities about them, that one wonders if there could be anything much worse. Ros.-I notice the singing of birds. Tou.-That is the most promising thing I have heard thee utter on this journey. There were birds before, but thy interest was taken up with other things besides music which some call glee club and some orchestra There may be some chance for thee to learn to sing also, if thou keepest thy wits about thee. Ros.-VVhat! llave we come to another turn in the path of learning? Tou.-Ay, for that second part.always seemeth shorter than the Hrst, and thou hadst not so many dangers to overcome. I did not mention them, for I saw from thy attention upon the first part of this journey that thou wouldst learn easily and with great diligence. r Ros.-I thank thee, and now that we have entered the third part of our road, I feel that I need a rest. This wind that bloweth tireth lne beyond all endurance. Cel.-Let me walk by the other 'side of you, that I may protect thee from the Wind of Doubt. Tou.-Rosalind, thou art fortunate beyond words to have such a friend as Celia. Celia, that wind blows upon all in this particular part of the forest. All who have not a definite aim to strive toward are tired by it, and linger by the wayside to rest. They never regain the lost time, and frequently leave the path entirely. Ros.-I do appreciate your love, Celia, and for thy care I shall never be able to thank thee, Touchstone. , Tou.-It matters not, but I see that thou art appreciative of the helpful things around thee. Page Twenty-six I l l I oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo I Q 2 3 oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

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- 1 - - - - ooooooooooooooooooooooooooo CJ S S E S oooooooooooooooooooooooooooo - 1 - - 2 I - - Class Prophecy I 1 By George Butzow, 23 I was sitting by my cozy fireside one evening in December, 1938, when my wife brought me the Chicago papers. I glanced casually over the diiiferent sec- tions as usual and seeing nothing of particular interest, I turned to the literary section. I read a short criticism on one of the latest plays, and then my eye was caught by an announcement of a new edition of the Century Dictionary of Names, in live volumes. I decided to purchase a set of these immediately, so that very evening I sent an order to Scott Foresman 85 Co., and in due course of time the books arrived. s I was leisurely looking over the names of all the prominent people in this and other countries, when I noticed the name of one of my old classmates. I hurried on, and to my amazement I found all my old friends of the Class of '23. I decided to list them, so that I might glance at them without having to search through the entire set. This is the list: Anderson, Irene: Famous lecturer on How to Keep Husbands at Home. A graduate of S. H. S., '23. Askeland, Annie: Noted journalist, impression was formed early in life, high school perhaps. Attended S. H. S. and graduated in 1923. Askeland, Louise: A great jurist, known for her sympathy with ex- convicts. Averill, Royi Supervisor of athletics at Bumpkinsville university, and coach of several championship teams. Beebe, Willard: Lightweight champion of the world. His speed is al- most phenomenal and knows no precedent. Bickford, Blanche: Renowned English teacher. She is teaching in S. H. S. and is letting the students have an easy time, and in order to make them appreciate her, once a week she gives a test, a la Mlle. Woleben. Bishop, Bernadine: Operator of a beauty parlor in Chicago: Art work a specialty. , Bishop, Chalmer: An electrical engineer, especially noted for his bril- liancy a11d aptness in adapting his family to whatever location he happens to be in. A Clilfe, Thomas: An eminent judge in Naperville. His only fault is that his decisions are sometimes aiected by his former English teacher, Mrs. Hor- Page Twenty-eight 1 l I I I - - S K - OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I 9 2 3 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO