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Fullmer, treasurer and science teacher at Taft high school, received a Valentine here today from the entire faculty which was prepared by Miss Sally Unseth of the art department. Mr. Fullmer is steadily improving and will probably be released in a week or two. He is situated lin a sunny room, though the windows are slightly soiled, and spends most of his time reading the notes and greetings sent by his friends from Taft. Mr. Fullmer nearly broke all hospital records recently when he was receiving vlisitors at the rate of 14 in 20 minutes. He always receives his guests in a new bathrobe given him by Mr. L. A. Hoefer, Taft high school principal. Taft She Finale Four Valentines Old St. Valentine, perched on a cloud wlith Daniel Cupid Esquire and a mad bunch of whirling der- vishes known as love knots, chuckles with glee as the Tribune presents its Valentines. Originally St. Valentines Day was the day of sweet sentiments, cooing doves, and fat cherubs. The Trib retalins the old-fashioned lace and ribbons, but goes modern with four queens of hearts. These girls were selected by the faculty as typically representative of the art, music, athletic, and home arts departments. Lyrics and rhythm queen for the music department is Mary Jane Shirley, 3A, pictured Hirst, left. Taft's feminine athlete is Marion Basse, 3A, pictured second. For her artistic talents with both brush and clay, Taft's young sculp- tress, Inez Niehaus, 2A, pictured thlird, has been chosen as A-1. Like the queen of hearts who baked some tarts is Lois Lindsay. 3B, pictured fourth, chief cook and bottle washer for home arts. Reverting again to the old fashioned sentiments may we say: Roses are red: violets are blue: And this, dear Tafhites, Is our Valentine to you. Civics Unit Enacts Constitution Drama History repeats itself Monday for the P. T. A. and again Friday for the student body when a group of senior boys under the direction of Mr. Kenneth Osbon, civics teacher, reenact the framing and signing of the Constitution. Charles Trick plays George Washington Jack Padgitt-Alexander Hamilton Ray Anderson-Wilson St King Dick Dolezal-Gerry 8: Blair Thomas Buckley-Sherman Sz Baldwin Jack Sampson-Robert Jackson Ernest Kowalski-Rutledge 8: Martlin Adam Klafta--Pinckney Sr Morris William Peranni-William Patterson Charleton Bard-Madison 85 Dickinson Tom Olson-Edmund Randolph Tom Flynn-Gouvenor Morris Robert Behr-Bassett Sz Franklin Page 2 Lillian Gish Delights Press Interviewers With Tales of Career, Childhood, Travels By Ruthjayne Aeberly Lillian Gish, lin a bright green dress and a pert fur hat, followed by Malcolm, her West Highland terrier, entered the Blackstone theater January 31 to the tune of clicking cameras and eager excla- mations of the scholastic press! Life With Father, she laughed, referring to her year-old starring epic, has turned out to be a heal- thy production from many stand- points. We have already had to change the chiildren in the cast twice because they get so big and fat during the dinner scenes in the playf' But more seriously she contin- ued, I'm enjoying 'Life With Father' right now because I think' the world needs a little more come- dy. During the World War Miss Gish made films of conditions in Europe to help America make up its mind. But, she said sorrowfully, I wouldn't do that again because any action which creates hatred always boomerangs back to you. Prefers Silent Films Miss Gish liked silent films be- cause they were not limited to one language and could be universally understood. When talkies came, she returned to the stage where she felt she had a better chance to act. As a matter of fact, she con- fessed, I can't do anything else. I always thought it would be nice to write stories, but I can't even Spell. She became a child actress at the age of six. Miss Gish recalls two very vivid incidents from her chlildhood. One was the sight of Sarah Bernhardt's flaming red wig and the other was the time she took castor oil by mis- take when she was trying to steal Castoria from the medicine cabinet. Still Gets Stage Fright HGI' Opening nights are still ac- C0mDan1ied by a frightful case of nerves. I have two superstitious, she explained. I never read the critics the very next morning, and I won't allow anyone to whistle in my dressing room. Miss Gish spends her leisure time rehearsing, traveling, and eating chocolate lice cream sodas, the lat- ter being an all-time favorite. The cast still rehearses Life With Father at regular intervals despite its long-time run. She is very proud of the fact that she has never missed one of the 400- odd performances since the play opened. A Taft Tribune February 14, Nlusicians Gun for Solo Rating Doctor fohnsoi Pearl Gundlack. left and Patsy Earle. right. drum majors, have entered the city-wide band competition scheduled for next week. Many band members will partici- pate in the annual solo contest next week. Stanley Logan, drummer, who won a first division rating in the National contest last year, will enter the National contest dlirectly. In the city solo contest Donna Reynolds, violinist, will play Cava- tina, Edward Polinka, trombonist, Polka Militaireg Richard Weichart, trombonist, Carnationsg and Glen Jorian, trombonfist, Atlantic Ze- phyrs. Of the trumpeters, John Magnus and Herb Mellor will play Carnival of Veniceg Tom Flynn, Atlantic Zephyrsg Al Rettenmier, Tulips. Bill Bornhoff, saxophonist, will play Nocturneg Lenore Duchgeis- chel, Cynthia. Other contestants are James Ol- son, baritone player, who has se- lected Bride of the Wavesg Carl Hagerup, tuba player who will play Mighty Deep, asd Jean Beers, flut- list, who will play Hungarian Song. Baton-twirlers Pat Earle, Pearl Gundlack, and Jackie Anderson will also compete. The concert band, under the di- rection of Mr. John Rapier, has se- lected Charles Trick as student di- rectorg Tom Flynn, presidentg Stanley Logan, vice presidentg Har- riet Meyer', secretary: and Jim Ol- son, treasurer. Freshmen Show It Can Be Done Fifteen students of Miss Mary Ryan's 1A division completed their first semester toward a high school record of perfect attendance. Earl Belzer, Phyllis Drisch, Mari- lyn Hanson, Anna Hrobar, Mary Jasinske, Vanece Kendrick, Joseph Kobek, Richard Krause, Betty Krei- cker, James Mein, Rosemary Mer- tes, Georgia Monroe, Kenneth Petz, Evelyn Pyzik, and Margaret Scott have shown that it can be done. Early to school, always on timeg Helps the freshie make the climb. Gladys Brown Gives Huge Memorial Flag In memory of her grandfather, Gladys Brown, SA, has donated to Taft high school a huge American flag, 10 feet long by six feet wide, which covered his casket. Gladys's grandfather was a Span- ish-American war veteran who was buried with military honors and had three bugle boys and six men with rifles as attendants. Gladys wanted the school to have the flag because since it was too large for her family's use, she thought it would be a perfect way to commemorate her grandfather. Writes Gramn Something new has been in the way of English gr studies for high school st Previous books of this typ been lacking in clear gllusti but Working With Englisl lished by the MacMillan Co fulfills all the qualifications The authors, Mr. Maurice man, principal of Waller school, and Dr. William H son, superintendent of Chica llic schools, have created a book built on the basic elem modern education. The purpose of the bool teach the use of English t gradual growth as the pupil to develop and discover facts and principles by him The book is full of illus material which is taken frc rent, familiar interests of pil. Much of the work he 1 his English class can be apl various other classes and tc ties outside of school. Radio Council A Talented Perforr To Make Auditi Talented students of all high schools are invited Radio Council of the Chicagt schools to participate in Tl School Studio Party, broadcz Saturday mornling from 10 1 over Station WMAQ. The producers are seek personators, whistlers, 1 quists, tap dancers, recita and novelty performers. Other acts invited to audi clude: students who have ing personal experiences or to relate: students who ha ten original five-minute skits: groups of students W a novelty act they wish to such as a barn dance. Those wishing to audlit parts on the program and 1 who have school news whi wish to hear broadcast via are asked to write Mr. Ev Lande, Radio council, Chic: lic schools, 228 North L street, Chicago. The program may be atte any high school studen tickets send a self-ad stamped envelope to High Party Radio Council, Chic: lic schools, 228 North L In addition to entertaini several of the best performt all of Chicago's high scho- week, this program featur flashes from the Chicag schools. uary 14, 1941 Taft Tribune Page E zada Places Y in Uratory he Northwest legion distnict ical contest at Amundsen last ', Tom Orzada, 4A, represent- laft, placed third among a contestants. ernia, Schurz, Roosevelt, Von rn, Steinmetz Lane, and Bar- are among the other North- ide and suburban schools that ted. Alvernia placed first, :hurz second. Can Happen Here was the t of Tom's address on Ameni- emocracy for which he had ne week to prepare. contest finals will be held 'ow in the county building all the local districts will te. Tom will act as alternate er if anything should happen ,t and second place winners. Vera. McConville, public ng teacher, coached Tom on livery of his speech, and Mrs. Halverson, history teacher, red him for historical ma- rk, Pastry Cook lcoct Delicacies are New Witness s only 7 a. m. in the Taft oom, but already the cook, Josephine Barrell, and the cook, Mrs. Elizabeth Sorrell, sy preparing food for hungry es. Barrell sticks a skewer into ge Blue-ribbon prize beef, Mrs. Sorrell divides pie into small patties. Barrell is the concocter of vegetables, hamburgers, French fries, gravies, mashed as, and spaghetti. mother owned a restaurant, lls, and I used to spend all are time watching the cook r work. Then wherever I l as a lunchroom assistant, I always hang around the kit- 'rs realized her fascination, .e was finally given a chance r. 'There's nothing I'd rather ie enthusiastically declares. . cakes, puddings, biscuits, ot breads are the products out by Mrs. Sorrell who 1 to bake at the age of 10. that time she has owned her vakery and worked at Mar- Field. ring cakes and pies is just 3h fun for me as playing golf 1g to the theater would be for ie else, she insists. m rolls out of the large ovens re food ds put in to cook and 0 WOI'k busily on, Freshies Plead for Magic Locker Lorraine Shonickey. Ramona Sachacki. Isabelle Moravec ileit to rightl plead with Mr. Kenneth Osbon for use of Scholarship Locker. Superman may be different, Grimm and his fairy tales have something there, but - truth is stranger than fiction. A strange phenomenon recently occurred at Taft. It would seem that locker 1148 is blessed with the strange power of bestowing unlimited amounts of knowledge upon its occupants, for Steve Majercik, Milan Bagel, and Wyman Ender, former occupants who graduated in January, all won scholarships-the first two to Y.M. C. A. college and Milan to Lake Forest college. Can it be that a mere locker was the cause? Mr. Kenneth Osbon, his- tory' teacher, apparently seems to think so, for when Lorraine Sho- nickey, Ramona Sachacki, and little Isabelle Moravec, only four-foot eight, all freshie graduates of Ona- han, who had registered for the locker, tnied to move their belong- ings into it, there was Mr. 0sbon's lock as an obstacle. We suspect that Mr. Osbon, hav- ing heard of the locker's apparent power, was trying to pick up a lit- tle extra knowledge. Influenced by the pleas of the girls, Mr. Osbon was induced to give up the locker, contending that he had enough brains anyhow. Now all eyes are on the three freshman girls. Will they carry on the schol- arship locker's tradition? Math Wizards Find New Brain-Teasers The library is one book wealthier as a result of the combined gener- osity of the mathematics teachers who have purchased a volume of Mathematics and Imagination by Kasner and Newman. It is a literary digest of the ab- stract phases of mathematics and has received much publicity in per- iodlical literature. The book includes a discourse on the mathematics of the infinite, and there are a number of interest- ing paradoxes presented-for in- stance, the one of an arrow in flight. Question: If an arrow moves through the air uniformly, then no matter what minute part of a sec- ond is taken, the arrow will always move some small distance. If this can be considered true, then at no time is the arrow anywhere be- cause it is constantly in motion. Alley Rats Do 706 As Bowling Team Lois Lindsay, Mary Ann Jakob- sen, Norma and Mildred Tess, the Alley Rats of the Wednesday girls' bowling league, broke into the lime- light by bowling a 706 team game. This puts them in third place in the city at the present time. The Alley Rats are closely fol- lowed by the Blitzkriegers, Mari- lyn Fisher, Carol Ewald, Betty Mil- ler, and Dorothy Milichevich, in the girls' Wednesday league. In the Thursday league, the Gor- donettes, June Lowry, Lois Cline- man, Marilyn Parrish, and Lillian Kotecke, hold first place. In second place are the Gutter Gals, Betty Ehrlich, Lois Miller, Mary' Alice Youmans, and Natalie Strauss. Betty Lou Olson, of the Panthers in the girls' Thursday league, has dropped from first to second place :in the city with her 209 high indi- vidual game. Clean-up Campaign Launched at Taft In 'City-Wide Drive For Added Defense Early next week the first phas1 of the Clean-up campaign under tht supervision of Mrs. Ida Goldfein art teacher, will be launched a' Taft in the form of division roon projects. Each division will be given 1 chance to choose and carry out il: own project in competition with thn other divisions. Suggestions includr making scrap books, decorating home rooms, keeping a chart or lunchroom habits, and making z weekly check-up of the students lockers and personal appearance. Each division will elect a Clean up delegate who will submit a writ ten report on April 4. A Clean-ui chairman and an appointed com mittee will vote on the winning di vision which will be given a pnize Other possible Clean-up project: for the entire school include th4 beautification of the campus, mak ring the Little Theater into a so cial room, and presenting movie: and assemblies relative to Clean up defense, this year's theme. Newly-appointed members of th Taft Clean-up committee for 194' are Don Amenta, Ernest Kowalski and Nancy Gray, Student Counci officers, and Jean Anderson, How ard Behm, Marilyn Daebel, Mani nella De Roeck,, James Downing and William Funk. The committee will meet one each week for the next thre- months to promote clean-up acti vities. The members have already en tered a number of clean-up slogan in the city-wide clean-up slogal contest. Mr. Buell Patron of Trib Mr. Buell is a boon to the TMI in many ways. He furnishes strong armed men to haul typewriter: from the main office to the lowe regions where the staff labors ann provides paper for its dummies.' Taftites I End your Valentine's Day right bi attending the Alumni dance in th4 evening Edgebrook Country Clul: 8:30 p. m. 40c per couplf UK ticket will admit 2 girls or 2 boys! Help make this dance a successl Tickets may be procured at the door o from any alumni officer Page 4 Taft Tribune Alphabetical Addition Keeping in mind the veryfobvious success of the Parent-Teacher's association in the greater 'percentage of schools today promotes thought for another organization. Its sole purpose would be to bring student and teacher in closer contact. Why limit the priceless help and advice which has already been proven so profitable to the class- room? Only in just such an enterprise could a teacher really under- stand the whys and wherefores of a pupil's behavior. In a very pleasant way so much more could be accomplished than in a mere 40-minute period. It is inevitable that an S. T. A. will even- tually become an actualtity. Why not now? aes Your 'Class' Rate You Tops? How's your class rating these days, in and out of the room, through the halls, and particularly in the lunchroom? Are you and Emily Post on friendly terms or haven't you ever heard of the famous lady of etiquette? The lunchroom tactics of some Taftites! would horrify Mrs. Post if she saw them. Are you one of the people underthe influence of that old adage, fingers were made before forks, and so do you proceed to whirl lengths of spaghetti round your finger? Oh, you don't go quite to that extreme! Well, how about the rubbish that's strewn around? Any ideas about who's responsible, or shall we call Sherlock Holmes in on the job? Let's clean out the cobwebs from ye old courtesy corner and brush up on those manners. In the halls are you the fella that dashes, around corners with a wild and harried look, leaving poor wrecks of humanity strewn in your wake? Slow down! Taft has a speed limit too. Perhaps you're the lounge bug type who spreads out in all directions. People have a hard time wriggling past you .in the auditorium, and many's the time those gun boats stretched out in the aisle have nearly put somebody in the hospital. Pull in those gangling appendages before you have a damage suit on your hands. Then there's the chronic bell evader who slithers into class a few minutes after the last bell iinterrupting the class and the teacher. You're just like the old fable of the turtle and the hare. You start out O.K., but get stalled along the way. Susie's quite capable of walk- ing to class alone, and she won't leave you flat if you let all those important little things wait till lunch. I If it takes a genius to listen to the radio and do his homework while humming the latest jive tune of 'Taft's swing band, you needn't look far. We have at least 2,200 specimens. 0 If the grass is always greenest in the other fellow's yard, maybe we should stay on his side of the fence. 0 When your teacher says, Brush up, d0n't think she's referring to 'Clean-up week. 0 Mother's I Q.'s in full swing: She gets wise to everything. o A word to the wise is sufficient, but a word from the wise usually needs explaining. o If he who hesitates is lost, why is it that only fools rush in? o Some people are bright as new pennies, but just as mercenary. o Suggested theme song for Taft program officers: There'll be some changes made. Ta t Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinoi MR. L. A. HOEFER, Principal MR. LEONARD TEUSCHER, ASSlSta.nt Principal Editor-in-chief: Ruthjayne Aeberly. Assistant editor: Jean Bostwick. News: Cyrilla Matusek, head: Pat Dolan, YVarren Erickson, Jean Robert Kofoed, Glenn Jorian, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon. Features: Jeanette Granberg, Lenore Green, Mary Martorana. June Pemble, Winifred Pufunt, Dolores Schmall, Charlotte Smith, Eleanor Vana. Make-up: Charleton Bard, William Bessemer, Harriet Myers, Alan Sampson, Jack Sampson. Typists: Virginia Hunt, Lorraine Mazzoni, Marian Opfer, Irene Wiedow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr. Paul W. Bigler. Kofoed, Pemble Duplicates New Old-Fashioned Bonnet and Mittens N The stylish Sonja Henie bonnet shown above is very simple to make. Four pieces which can be knitted or crocheted are sewn to- gether to form the bonnet. The mittens also can be made from four simple pieces. The back and palm of the glove are sewn with large whipping stitches in bright yarn, as is the bonnet. The two pieces which form the thumb are sewn likewise and placed in the side seam. Bright embroidery of your own design trim both bonnet and mit- tens. Bright ribbon to match the embroidery ties under the chin. Tom Wadleton Pens Hilarious Novelette My Mother Is a Violent Wo- man is just about the funniest short novel that has come our way in a long, long time. Tommy Wadle- ton is a little boy with a vivid :ima- gination who sets down the story of his adventures with his fiery tempered Irish mother and his dad, a major in the U. S. Cavalry. NVhen Tommy was a little boy, his mother never had time to listen to all his prattle g so Tommy wrote it all down and they talked about it later, and this book is a collection of those writings. Tommy got it all down :in his own inimitable way which no one could hope to duplicate. The time he and his mother foiled a. belligerant cop by pre- tending to be Svenskas who didn't understand English, the tragic death of hiis pony, and the visit to the American Youth Con- gress all make for an hour of hi- larious rib-tickling enjoyment. February 14, .OutofMyI-L By Jean Bostwick If the old sage Samuel Pe' walked down the halls of T afternoon, perhaps he wou gone home to jot down a fe in his diary: Didst notice in my tour ti day of February at the yoi ambitious Taft high scho the students are quite dili their studies. An honorable thing, but plied too strenuously makes dull boy. All of which is r by Jack himself. Methfir youngengeneration will nz from overwork. Stopped in the lunchrool spot of tea and was intrig the noise, haste. and confuf played by a large portion students. They eat so fast : so much, I do but wonder i carbonate of soda manuf will have a rousing businei Petty Larceny! Didst meet a young man perplexed look darkening experienced brow. Upon 1 ing, he was revealed to be man searching for the some illustrious senior h him passes for. The joke ti me, for I spent fully a half turn of the clock lin hell young man hunt. Was amused at the leng ter Jack Sampson goes to little cash with which to town with his lady fair, Fair in question hadst n swain a batch of fudge, w beknown to her turned money-makiing proposition the mercenary soul, sold t table delicacy to obtain filthy lucre to take fair l on a date. No Lace and Flows 'Tis the day of St. Valer what a change has come 4 lovely old lady of hea flowers. No lavender and l I see, nothing but the sentiments expressed by Mouse and Scotty Dogs. lined. they call it. Didst understand the and highly regarded Pr Players must discontinue proach to stardom becaus. of interest of the prospecti' Do they not know the g worlds of romance a litt paint brings into view? honors won be so calmly ls Let us hope 'twill merel layed. Have found ample pr these are days when all tl Yea1 's resolutions go fli' by one, for didst I not vc prattle on at great ler year? h uary 14, 1941 an ,t Look Now art Buege, SA, who thought 1ld brave it alone in an all- florthand class, suddenly got ret and transferred to another light be a new wrinkle if Mr. 1' Mooney should give out en- lips in the shape of hearts someone please tell Bud how to spell his middle name lph. r birthday: Lessmann, 4B, who recently ited his arrival into the with a birthday, was congra- l by the boys in the first per- m class with a song lead by Trickles Trick, Warren ch Ericksen, and Donald a., 4A's. quiet, and reserved Bill d and flustered and was un- 1 express his feelings, but he it! and sway: that Daniel Schneider, an ng freshie, has joined forces ancient order of Taftus - ,o us-it has been rumored rith his trumpet he intends npete with Pops Rapier. this is what comes of the iage, Practice makes per- ic, someone has said, is the need of man, coming after clothing, and shelter. But, this statement was made, the r failed to know Alice Doie- ., who has given up the fore- ieed, food, by going without till after the eighth period t she will be able to play her n both band and orchestra. low: aline Davlantes, 4A, and Mar- llrins, 3A, haven't yet missed etball game this season. said there was no Super- in the dark ages? How about ic Beowulf, currently pop- ith all English 6 pupils? fou know the LaConga? Torn L, 4A, will teach anyone of irer sex by appointment at d of the seventh period. o the Editor: Editor, I'm asking you, tell me what I am to do, shall I say, how shall I hint, I want to see my name rin print? Ift Trib is swell all right, don't see my name in sightg tell me how I can attain iblicity I wish to gain? Taft Tribune Page 5 Good Fairy Brings The Bo of the Month Elaborate Visions To Students' Minds By Jeanette Granberg If, when entering the shiny por- tals of Taft some bright morning, a beautiful fairy should step out of locker 0001 and whisper into your ear that she had the power to grant yqu one wish, what would it be? Barbara Alitis, 4B, unhesitating- ly wishes for more assemblies. CShe believes in fairies! Dorothy Karnaas, 2A, peering at her reflection in a window, wishes there were many more mirrors in the girls' wash rooms. Thomas Bernvtt, 3A, Wishes that a period or more would be set aside each semester so that the students could get together and learn to know each other better. Pearl Kane, SB, dreams of riding to school in a. 1941 Plymouth. This is sure to save some shoe leather. Shorter periods and fewer studies are the dreams of Miriam Hoe, lA. She complains her program is far too long. In d-irect contrast, Rita Winkatfs, 4A, desires one-hour periods, thus making the semesters shorter and the summer vacations longer. Ray Anderson, 4A, with a wave of his hand, wishes he were out of school. No reflection on Taft, he says. Dan Schneider. 1B, wishes that he could go through his class schedule at the beginning of the first semester. Then he wouldn't have to ask where his rooms are. Walter Lahey, 3A, thinks a mo- ment before he mysteniously says, I wish Mr. Mooney would learn how to swim. Ed, Note: He does. Then, just as the last bell is ring- ing, one lonely unknown freshie is found in the hall. When asked his wish, he stares into space. Slowly he says, HI would like to see burgundy plush seats, escalators, stream- lined text books tones with blank pagesl, and a place in which to take an afternoon siesta at Taft. The fa,iry's wand broke. What if I do some heroic deed, Or help someone that is rin need, , And what if I should wear a shoe Of which half is black and half is- blue? In closing may I ask that soon I see my name in the Taft Tribune? Beverly Singer, 3A. Welcome back: Marilyn Sonderman, 4B, and Dick Bailey, 313, have returned to Taft after honoring Amundsen and Lane respectively with a short visit. For the first issue of the semes- ter, Mr. L. A. Hoefer, principal, and the Taft Tribune bestow the honor of Boy of the Month upon Walter Lahey, 3A. Near the end of last semester, vi- sual education operators elected Walter general superintendent be- cause they considered him capable. Even though being the general superintendent is a responsibility, it certainly does not drag down the pleasure I get out of fit, Walter seriously explained. But to be perfectly frank, he continued, 'Tm far more interested in swimming with the Taft team than anything else. Ever since he can remember, Vifalter has admired his father more than anyone else because in him he has found the quality he most desires, that of being success- ful in anything he undertakes. Another thing, added, there's nothing so co s February's Boy of the Month ha: interests distributed in practicallj every field. Reading sea stories is .1 having a father who's ea0Z 1 in the sort of things his s likes. Walter devotes his hours after school to working in a neighbor- hood meat market as an apprentice meat-cutter. The only trouble he finds in doing this type of work is the fact that his favorite dish is too far removed. Working in a grocery store instead, he declared, might help me to get at that lus- cious jelly on rye. hen asked what he disliked Walter announced with a grin, ' guess I'm just an agreeable fellow satisfied with conditions as they are. One of his ambitions has been tt travel down into the far south, Bra zil preferably, where he might ap ply the Spanish he is now study ing. T rzbune Presents Mr. MCCUd1g Peeking out from behind the balance sheets and profit and loss state ments to give the reporter a few facts and figures, Mr. Malcolm McCuaig bookkeeping teacher, grinned fiendishly at the re material. porter who confronted him for an interview today Before coming to Taft, where he also teache: American problems as well as bookkeeping, Mr McCuaig taught commercial law at Roosevelt higl school for seven years. The learned professor ha: earned a Ph.B. degree from the University of Chi cago and an L.L.B. from Kent Law school. In his college days, Mr. McCuaig participated ir football and basketball. When questioned about his athletic career, he declared, The reason I parhici pated in sports is that I didn't have any other Mr. McCuaig has a hobby after his own fashion collecting anecdotes. He couldn't remember an anecdote equally appre- ciated by the lowly freshmen and the lovesick seniors. In behalf of the seniors, however, he told the following one. An irate father entered unexpectedly into hris parlor one evening, whicl was already filled to capacity by his 4B daughter and her 4A boyfriend and shouted, Young man, I'll teach you to kiss my daughter! The 4A explained, You don't have to: I've learned already. Mr. McCuaig concluded, As I realize from this anecdote that learning can be had out of school as well as from anecdotes, I decided to get my 'book larnin in school and facts of life from anecdotes and was thus able to combine an innovation within an avocation to enter my present vocation. In our midst we have an ex-movie star, Mr. McCuaig. He proudly de clared, When in Europe, I offered myself as a model for Burton Holmes'f movie photographer on how to kiss the Blarney Stone with a Scotch accent. Page 5 Taft Tribune Taftites Receive 43 Monograms, Four Chevrons at Final Award Presentation Chevron awards were presented by Miss Dorothy Allen, chairman of awards, at last semester's final assembly, January 30, to Ruthjayne Aeberly, 4A, Robert Pankau, 4B, Stanley Logan, 3A, and Charles Trick, 4A. Graduates who received service awards are Robert Berry, Robert Ericksen, Bessie Hanus, Robert Meriveck, and Elwyn Miller. The following 4A's received awards: Sam Abboreno, Jacqueline Anderson, Charleton Bard, Arthur Biewirth, Warren Ericksen, Tom Flynn, Warren Guras, May Hengst, Glenn Jorian, Warren Knaus, Her- bert Miller, Harriet Meyers, Robert Passow, :Clifford Smiith, Louise Soper, and Charfes Trick. , ' The 4B's who, merited awards? are Nancy -Gray, Marian Kose1,'Carl Lane, Robert Pankau, -and Joan Shaw. U Warren Berg, Betty Ehrlich, Don Gilmore, George Hanke, John Mag- nus, Dorothy Nedbal, Delores Schmall, Richard Strass, Robert Vanderpoel, William Van Pelt, Richard Weichart, Lester Weitz- man, and Elinor Yourg of the 3A class were likewiise honored. William Schneider was the only 3B who won an award. Norman Collignon, Richard Gill. and Betty Hodous, 2A's, won too. Sales Soar to Peak As Trib Ends Year Bringing a glorious end to a suc- cessful semester, the Taft Tribune Staff Sincerely thanks the following business managers who succeeded in selling over 40 copies of every edition last semester. Eleanor Vana, 4B, 105 a.m., Carletong Shirley Wheldon, 4B, 203 a.m., Hershenhouseg Lois Johnson, 3A, 205 a.m., Deignang Amelia Tyn- dorf, 4B, 210 a.m., Goldfeing Lois Swanson, 3B, 217 a.m., Lewisg Olive Horst, 3B, 301, a.m., Linog and Juanita Creedle, 3A, 319 a.m., Halverson. The following morning divisions reached the 40-mark in the last is- sue, and they too rate gratitude: Mary Ellen Keech, 4A, 106, Teet- GFSZ Betty McQuilken, 3B, 107, Seyller: Marcia Litka, 2B, 108, Al- len: Walter Schalk, 4B, 110, Rog- ersg Patricia Ewen, 2B, 207, Han- song Verna Alm, 4A, 213, R. Millerg 216, Betty Ann Macmillan, 4B, Luedemanng Floyd Gilbert, 4A, 310, Vestalg Daniel Gojkovitch, 3A, 311, Devenishg Millicent Sadlier, 3B, 316, G1'0SSeI'g Evelyn Kruto, 4A, 321, Osbon. Tribune Explains Service Points The Taft Tribune reprints below the rules governing the Taft serv- ice award system. I. Purpose The purpose of the point SYSUEIH awards is to offer some tangible symbol of recognition to those stu- dents who contribute most to the general civic welfare of Taft by their participation in various serv- iceable activities for which they other award. receive no credit or This symbol shall be known as the monogramg the awarding of a monogram will be one of the high- est honors which can be bestowed. II. Official Committee Principal Kas chairmanj Student government sponsor Cas secretaryj Assistant principal Twp, faculty members X ik Method of Revising Schedule 1. Whien a new position of office is created, the faculty sponsor should present to the committee a written request for listing with de- tailed account of the duties in- volved in this service with the ap- proximate time fnumber of class periodsb spent on this work per se- mester. 2. For any special unrecognized service performed, the sponsor in- volved should petition the commit- tee in writing. The committee will decide upon the points to be award- ed. IV. Awards Service emblem or monogram .... 60 Chevron faddihional awardj .... 30 V. Limitations Limits of points to be received by any one pupil per semester: 1B ............ 25 3B ............ 30 1A ............ 25 3A ............ 30 2B ............ 30 4B ............ 30 2A ......,..... 30 4A ............ All points must be recorded at the close of the semester during which they were earned. The re- sponsibility for accumulating those points rests entirely wnith the stu- dents. No points will be recorded for servlice to current semester tex- cept in the case of present 4A'sb. Points may be awarded for only one office in any one activity. VI. Schedule of Points 1. Student Gov't. President ................................,,.. 15-20 Other officers ..... ....... 5 -10 Rm. Rep. ............. .... 1 -4 2. Newspaper Editor in Chief ..... ....... 1 5-20 Ass't Editors ........ ....... 1 0-15 Reporters ................,... ....... 5 -10 3. Book Room Service 5-10 Clerks ............................ ..... 4. Office Service Service Club -.... 5-10 5. Hall Guards Captains .............. ........ 1 0-15 Other Guards .,............... ..... 5 -10 6. Clean-up-Campaign Chairman ....................... ............. 1 0-15 Se'cy Ka Ass't Chairmen ........ 5-10 Committee Members ................ 1-8 7. Fire Marshals Chief .................... ........ 1 0-15 Others ........,.......... ..... 5 -10 8. Safety Patrol Regular ................... , ...- 5-10 9. Library Assistants .........................- ..--- 5 -10 10. 4A Class Officers and Committees Chairmen ........................ .......- 5 -10 11. Box Office Manager ....... ........10-15 Ass't Mgr. ................ ----- 5 -10 Clerks .............................. .---- 1 -4 12. Remedial Reading 5-10 Markers ................................ .---- 13. Public Appearances One point per public program will be allowed for public appear- ance in a dramatic, musical, or speaking role either in a group or individually. Program repeated will not count extra. Five points a semester are the maximum that may be earned under this heading. 14. Ushers Regular crew ,..... ..... 1 -4 15. Stage hands Regular crew ...... ..... 1 -4 16. Clubs and classes Officers fexcept 4AJ ........ 1-4 17. Scholarshlip I S average for previous semester ............................. . 4 E average ........... .. 3 18. Class room service Per teacher ............................ 1-4 Each teacher may award a maxi- mum of four points per class, these points to be awarded all to one pu- pil or to be divided between two, three, or four pupils. Large classes fover 403 may be counted as two classes: classes over 75, as three classes. 19. Division room service Per teacher .......................... 1-4 Ulxcluding those for stu- dent government and busi- ness managersj Business managers ...,..,..,,, 5-10 20. Point Award system recorders Chairman ...............,.........,.... 10-15 Assistants .............................. 5-10 21. Visual Education Superintendent ..,................. 10-20 Assistant superintendent .. 8-15 Chief secretary .................... 8-15 Secretary ............ ..... 5 -10 All operators .,..,. ..... 5 -10 February 14, Library Becon Booleworms' The new books that the ordered last spring have and are being placed on the as fast as they can be preps circulation. Among the new books eve student will flind something terest. For instance, a rec rival is James Boyd's Dru This stirring novel oi North Carolina tells the s how Johnny Fraser, sent land to escape the Revolt war, joined John Paul Joneu and fought valiantly throug a sea-battle on the Boi Richard. Drums was mentioned in a radiio broadcast by Weeks, editor of the . Monthly, as one of the fi novels on the American rev The library already h other books listed by Mr. Drums Along the Moha' Walter T. Edmonds, a tale in the Mohawk ri New York, and Free Quaker, by tier life ley in Wynne, Mitchell, whiich tells how I-l lists with Washington and 1 important role in the event Revolution and wins the l pretty Dorothea Peniston. The snow is still on the but it iisn't too early to thir baseball. Major League E by Ethan Allen, a formei with the giants, describes t fundamentals of baseball are executed in major leagl This is a book for boys w to improve their game or who would like to increa enjoyment of professional g knowing what to look for. Two other recent arriv: historical backgrounds. Ji Altsheler, who has wriittc an exciting story, is at his 'The Horseman of the Pl story of the Indian wars. Marjorie Hill Allen's ' Ann Tristram will be en, pecially by girls, for the clc acter is a brave 16-year-olc girl who gets into many di and has many exciting ad in her attempt to keep slaves along the Virginian 22. Adjustment helpers .... 23. Lunch guards ..... 24. Student coaches .......... 25. Athletic service for w no athletic letters are fered .,,,..,......,.,,,,,,,..,.,,,. 26. Instrumental music 1B or 1A ..........,,.,,,,, 2B .....,,,,,,,,. ZA to 4A .,.,. ary 14, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 7 ?o Vamps by Champs eventh period girls defeated th period team last Friday inal volleyball game of the tournament by the score, irls on the wlinning side are Basse, Marge Busch, Flor- rucki, Mary Pertle, Jeanie Louise Gourtz, Carmen Wanda Fischer, Shirlee Annette Kahle, Ruth Oyen. Wleklinski, Jean Nowak- nd Gloria Kissel. ourth period team includes Stollinski, Shirley Becher, raft, June Anderson, Carol Lois Clineman, Loree Fos- ion Pittatsis, Joyce Stepien, Schmidt, Pauline Schwartz, Nesgood, and Mildred Car- 'inners are entertaining the t a Valentine party today, 1 time they will all receive edals-gold ones for first 1d silver for second. game was the climax of a ournament in which every m class participated. class was divlided into four vhich played against each r several weeks. The most players from each team osen to represent the class. lass teams competed till emained only two in the T Jr Cagers Beat Steuben 37-27 enior basketball team car- ay their first league game of last week when they 1 Steuben 37 to 27. Showing d and skill of old masters, ors had things much their 1 during most of the game. Scanlon proved himself the 1 of the game when he ac- for 12 of the seniors' well points. Scanlon, recently ved from the junior team, ed his ability to handle ery joyous moment camo when Scanlon reached out itely took the ball away Von Steuben man who was st on both teams, and pro- J make a basket of it. an, Dura, and McCorky, too much fighting spirit, called out on fouls. A foul l on these men only goes the zip and fight of a well i team. Mr. Saul Farber, ates that he feels the team begun to hind itself. iniors lost a. hard fought a superior Von Steuben I l Who Is the Most Unforgettable Character- You Have Ever Met? Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not inore than 200 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsli the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity tickets, the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the March 14 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, February 28 Afternoon Story HELP NEEDED ,..i...,., By Tom Cunningham, Emeritus ll- The old bark groaned beneath the weight of her two masts. The whole shlip quivered with the strain as her pull, dulled by age, struck against one of the huge ocean swells with a resounding crash. The archaic windjammer gave the ap- pearance of an innocent vessel bound for Puerto Rico. Her disguise was perfect. Ensign Wilkes was in the crow's mast. It was his flirst voyage on war duty, and he was determined to make a, good job of it. His eyes swept the sea from port to star- board and stem to stern with al- most incredible thoroughness. The lookout aboard a Q-boat is one of the most important stations aboard. Ensign Wilkes was extremely cog- nizant of this fact. When he first saw the object, his mouth fell open with surprise. Then his navy discipline asserted itself. Lifting his binoculars, he verified his discovery and bawled down to the deck, Periscope three points off the starboard quarter. The effect of this announcement to the others on the ship was aston- ishing. Men hurried from one part of the ship to another, not in panic, but with a haste that implied many hours of arduous drill. Less than 30 seconds after the cry, every sailor was at his post. Ensign Wilkes was lin a frenzy of excitement. At last he was going to see action. Strangely enough, however, nothing happened. Good Lord, thought Wilkes, seething with a new-found sensa- tion in this moment of crisis, what's wrong with them? Why don't they let go with those depth bombs? Are they all crazy? He opened his mouth to shout when he noticed every eye, with the exception of his, turned aft. Following their example Wilkes looked aft. There stood the captain over a chart table. Slowly he lifted his head and called, Leave your positions, meng there is no dan- ger. Ensign Wilkes had just time to check his find and prove to him- self without a shadow of a doubt that the thling he had sighted was a periscope when a sailor came to relieve him and report that the captain wished to see him in his office. What could he want? muttered Wilkes to himself on his way to the captalin's cabing surely he doesn't think that I made a mistake. I know that was a. periscope. I know it. He knodked on the door to the cabin. Come in. A glance at the benevolent look on the captain's face proved to Wilkes he had not been summoned to receive any chastisement for his actions ,in the crow's nest and he heaved a sigh of relief. Ensign Wilkes reporting, sir. The captain arose from his chair and walked around his desk. He ad- dressed the ensign, At ease, Mr. Wilkes! What I wish to say to you is best said informally. Mr. Wilkes, you were un- doubtedly puzzled by my actions a few minutes ago. Come here, lad, and look at this chart. Together they walked to the chart table. I believe you are acquainted with our position, aren't you? asked the captain. Why, yes, of course. We're just about here at the present time, replied Wilkes as he placed his fin- ger over a small mark on the chart. Correct! smiled the captain, and do you see that mark? Yes Well, that mark represents a submarine sunk by one of our ves- sels, but snagged by a reef and not entirely submerged. lt ,vas that derelict on which you almost caused us to employ part of our valuable depth bombs. We can carry only so marv of those, you know, therefore, we must make each one count. Yes, S1l', said Wilkes, red with embarrassment. He had known of that wreck and realized the captain was overlooking that fact for his Senior Basketeers Annihilate Roosevelt Victory Campaign In Surprise Upset Showing almost unbelievable speed and endurance, the senior basketball men gained their second league triumph lin a row last Fri- day when they upset the strong North section leader, Roosevelt, by a score of 34 to 26. Roosevelt up to this time had been unbeaten in all its games and was the strong favor- ite to finish in first position. Unfortunately, Taft stuck a wrench in their plans, and they are now tied for first place along with Lake View and Senn. Taft kept the Roosevelt squad on the defensive throughout the game. Scanlon, bettering his Von Steu- ben total by one basket, made 14 points in all. Hilliard Dura, al- though able to make only one bas- ket, was deadlynin his free throws. Gene Corcoran made a very long field goal in the early minutes of the game and seemed to set off a fuse of some kind, for from there on the Eagle cagers were invincible. McCoskey was second to Scanlon in field goals and third lin the total number of points with two baskets and one free throw. Bob Franken- berg and Paulish also accounted for one basket apiece. The juniors lost their end of the meeting with Roosevelt by a score of 37 to 23. Roosevelt was hurried- ly stopped from continuing a scor- ing spree that netted them two bas- kets in the first 30 seconds of the game. ' The team, through the supreme efforts of Craig, caught up and tied the score near the end of the first quarter. The score at the end of the half, however, was 21 to 12 in favor of Roosevelt. Craig was high point man for the juniors with a sum of 12 points. benefit. It's all right, song we all make mistakes. You just need a little more experience. You may report back to your post. Aboard the submarine, Sub-lieu- tenant Riper reported to the kapi- tan. Herr Piper, the kapitan was speaking, we have only a few tor- afford to sail-boats. pedoes and we cannot waste them on innocent However, as this is your first war- time voyage, I believe we can over- look your mistake. All you need is a little experience. Thank you, Kapitanf' Piper turned and left the tiny cabin, la. broad smile on his face. It was rather funny that he had alarmed the whole' sub bceause he had spotted an innocent little wind- jammer, probably on its way to Puerto Rico. Page 8 In the Girls, Locker Room --l-- By Pat Dolan ----- Calling all athletic gals to join the G. A. A.! The membership drive closes March 15. For further information see your health class representative as there will be no division room G. A. A. representa- tives this semester. Calling all splashers! Get your vim and vligor out of the moth balls and truck cn down to the pool for some extra swimming. The open periods are Wednesday first, sec- ond, third, seventh, and eighth periods, and Thursday fourth per- iod. Captain basketball intramurals and recreative games are scheduled for Wednesday fifth and sixth per- iods. Hurry and sign up, for the classes are limited to a certain num- ber. Flash! The final results from the badminton tournament show Mar- ion Peterson holding first prize and Helen Kroupa second. Dorothy Kreamer Ping Champ The ping pong tournament came to an exciting finish wlith Dorothy Kreiimer in first place and Vir- ginia Hallis, second. The winners in both contests received medals. Three G. A. A. girls received the highest award ,given in athletics at the award assembly January 22. Gold Stal' Pins were awarded to June Lowry, Patricia Verhelst, and Lillian Colle, January graduates. Eileen Anderson, Marge Busch, Wanda Fisher, Nancy Grey, Vir- ginia Herringshaw, Lydia Lyptek, La Verne Seibt, Helen Uhrik, Elaine Von Ehren, Maryalice You- mans, and Dot Weklinski received their first chevrons by earning 300 Points in addition to their school letter. Ten Eam G. A. A. Letters G. A. A. letters were earned by Lois Clineman, Marjorie Mann, Norma Light, Joan Jane Shaw, Jean Siegler, Esther steigerwaidt, Natalie Strauss, Carol Thormahlen, Alice Thorsen, and Aleen Whitney. Six hundred-point pins, the half way mark, were awarded to Dora Mae Blaine, Virginia Buckley, Dot Clifford, Lilllian Groh, Dorothy Holz, Nancy Kreicher, Lorraine Belch- N0Pma Light, Ruth Mac- GF9g0I', Marjorie Mann, Lois Melt- zer, Winifred Pufunt, and Dorothy Rees. The same award was made to Ruth Schielka, Eleanor Wisler, Shirley Wheldon, Silvia Edgar, Betty Hodous, Henrietta Krlitikson, Juanita Creedle, Ruth Schumacher, Catherine Forkal, Lois Swanson, Virginia. Dura, Mary Jane Shirley, and Betty Schneider. Taft Tribune Indoor Sports Absorb Their Time Mr. Arthur Mooney frightj. program officer, looks the headache he has because of a program change he has to make for Tommy Taftite. His chief aide, Mr. Addison Purcell. appears more cheerful: perhaps he's dreaming of the lucky shots he hopes to make for the faculty in the basketball game scheduled for two weeks from today. Or maybe the suggestions Dolores Pacholski, Ianuary graduate, one of his former assistants. is offering have solved an annoying program problem. In an exclusive intervliew granted the Trib today, Mr. Arthur Mooney, creator of the Taft program sche- dule, revealed that very few changes in students' programs have been necessary so that the original schedule as planned last semester is almost 100 percent intact. Thus the school ran full speed ahead the opening day of the se- mester. Investigation proves that the student body has been well satis- fied with its programs. Mr. Mooney further revealed that the .infinite hours of toil spent on the Taft program for the last two or three months have not been de- void of pleasure. My worthy assistant, Mr. Pur- cell, he explained, Uregaled me constantly with his ready wit and made the hours flit by like sec- onds. Mr. Purcell, on the other hand, jokingly compared programming to chemistry which he claimed may look funny from a distance, but the closer you come the sadder it gets. Perhaps he was referning to the few annoying clases where Tommy Taftite complains he is being over- worked and must have a shorter program so that he may take dancing, music, and Boy Scouts after school. The last week, devoted to level- ling off classes, gave them a chance to Work out of the programming routine gradually. Facuft Athletes to Battle Cagers The battle of the century will take place in the boys' gym Fri- day, February 28, when a brilliant array of basketball stars, chosen from an impressive group of fac- ulty athletes, faces the senior bas- keteers in a rough and tumble bas- ketball game. Faculty athletes include Mr. Harry Miller and Mr. Saul Farber, physical education coaches, Mr. Leonard Teuscher, assistant prin- cipal, Mr. Paul Bigler, director of activities, Mr. Addison Purcell, Mr. Arthur Mooney's special assistant, and Mr. Michael Ehrlich, mathe- matics linstructor. The game will commence at 3 p.m., but everyone is urged to come early, for the Tophatters, noted swing band, will perform for the first time this semester at no addi- tional charge from 1:30 p.m. until the game begins. Coach Joe Kupcinet maintains that this game wlill be more excit- funnier ing, more enjoyable, and than the famous Fogli-cup baseball game played between the baseball team and the faculty last summer. The price of a ticket for this im- pressive event is only 25 cents! Ever since the Fogli-cup compe- tition the student body has been searching for revenge. Remember? The Tophatters are ready to peel it off in a solid layer and should put the dancers in an excel- lent mood to see the game. Only a limited number of tickets will be sold. First come, first served! February 14 In the Boy Locker R .-.. By Alun and Juck Sam Spring is here with green scented air, its sr black upturned soil with 1 smell, its bright young sl promlise of a nice pe warmth in the noon of the Spring is here. Or at least be if Coach Harry lVliller'r team is any sign. The team has begun its right on time along with known teams as the D1 A. C.'s and the Skur Champs. The Taft boys grassy fields as yet on practice their home runs infields in which to snag drives with long one-handi Mother Nature Una You see, Mother Nature is stlill winter. The tean yet accumulated enough 1 afford a southern training a Catalina Island like t known rival, the Chicago The team, without a dow very bright future. The season's experience wlill sl in good stead. Furthermore, the line-u' ly intact and reported rar Judging from the e which Coaches Joe Kup- Saul Farber have been sc kets in recent cage scrimr student team wlill have time in their coming g, the faculty. The grid-basketeers ha ple plan for victory in t They will put two men Kupcinet, two men on C ber, two on Coach Miller, But alas! Thiis adds up t five too many. The boys plan to 1 coaches and teachers to by a fast and furious att Taft Taken by W: The senior basketball one of their toughest ga! season to Waller, 31 to 25 The score 10 to 8 at Taft fought back so vici- in the second half they a total of 21 points. Wal' one time behind in the in the closing seconds of by the aid of two almost lucky shots, pulled ahea making 21 points. Outstanding players y Corcoran and Hilliard l together accounted for 16 points made in the game The juniors lost a fast very strong Waller team loss can be attributed to Jack Scanlon and Bob berg. Dbserve Dearborn Da 0 lo to Washbowl SCC FQCUMY G0 1V, No, 2 Taft High School, Chicago, Illinois February 28, 11 Eighties, Clash with 'Brighties' Jr Washbowl Troph Renown vin Cagers Contest 'lus Tophatters- Triple Header By Charleton Bard lis afternoon at 3 p. m., the e gladiators of the Taft faculty etball team will engage in a 'h and tumble basketball con- versus the youthful senior mall squad. It will be a battle rain versus brawn, and to in- - aff-5 ' X N A , X mm e the warriors to greater deeds ourage, the coveted award of Washbowl Champs will be 1 the winning team. .is award consists of the high- luality washbowl which can be from the renowned 10-cent Q mounted on a base of black l tu1'ned out by Taft's skilled lworkers in the industrial arts es. will have flnscribed upon its ice Washbowl Champs of ' and will be held in the pos- on of either the faculty or the :nt body for one year. tying for an hour and a half 'e the game will be that jivin h of hep-cats, the Tophatters, will peel it off in the girls' :luded in the triple feature is a game of basketball between the lr basketeers and the Taft ni. d now the surprise, for to wit- thlis mighty conflict, you will equired to fork over only bits , 25 cents, which will be meager entrance fee for the lbowl game! See you there. 'Flash' Farber Hints At Secret Weapon The football team is rarin to go in the basketball game scheduled for this afternoon against the fac- ulty, according to latest repo1'ts, and is confident of final victory, but says faculty coach and player, Mr. Saul Farber, We have develop- ed new plays and daring reverses that will be very potent and prob- ably will determine the outcome of the game. A When asked if his players had had any previous experience, Mr. Farber replied that indeed they had, and he went so far as to pro- claim that Mr. Leonard Teuscher, assistant principal, is one of the best forwards in the business, and that he has played for the Chicago Teachers' College. As will be remembered Mr. Teu- scher more than outdid himself in the Fogl-i Cup game last spring when he made those one-handed stabs of line drives. Mr. Joe Kupcinent, football coach, is also noted for his keen eye in dropping the air-filled projectile through the hoops, continued Mr. Farber, and Joe received his practice over at Northwestern. As for modest Mr. Farber, every- one concedes that he is on par with them all and has played a lot of basketball for Chicago Teachersi Council Prexy Q E if L Ernest Kowalski Ernest Kowalski, the new pres- ident of the Student Council, was elected in a meeting held during the a. m. division this morning. According to Ernie, the council is going to accomplish a great deal this semester. Ernie, former secretary of the council, helped manage the Hallow- e'en dance the council sponsored last semester and many other func- tions, including lunchroom order, the library in 304, and the beauti- fication of the campus. The 304 library committee will still be headed by Nancy Gray. Dr. folznson: America Is United America is united. It is a commonwealth of the people, it has been founded on ideals and behind it lies a great heritage. It has not gained this eminence haphazardly. It has gone forward because of the guidance and influence of great men. Each one of us should be mindful of the processes by which this na- tion has attained its greatness. This month we celebrate the births of two of our most illustrious leaders. It is a timely occasion to reflect upon the problems of the past and associate them with the problems of today. Both Lincoln and Washington faced problems endangering the country. Both assumed the task with faith and courage and upheld the ideals of America. Refresh your minds by reading interesting biographies of these two beloved Americans whose deeds have been a constant source of inspira- tion to all ot' us. In this way you will come closer to the lives of these men who have helped to make America great, Freshmen in Pla Commemorate Birth of Chicag In commemoration of Fort De born day, all Chicago schools 1 presenting assemblies, and Taft no exception, according to Miss C lette Deignan, who is the facu sponsor of a program written Dorothy Machel, 4A, of Mr. K neth 0sbon's third period histm class. This program will be git at regular assembly periods Frid March 14. The program is, at present, the early stages of try-outs, bu1 few of the people in line for p sible parts are Avalon Stepien, C rine Clevan, Irene Hagerstrc Helen Herman, Marian Dorr, E lyn Malinowski, Michael Glien' Anna Hrobar, Patricia McGove William Lease, and Arthur W ner. So far the cast is composed freshmen of Miss Deignan's class Of course, everyone rememb4 what the history teacher taug about early Chicago-the K-inzi the first family in the Chicago ar the Fort Dearborn massacre duri the War of 1812, and the Kin family's return to Chicago af' Fort Dearborn was rebuilt. Dorothy Machel's script portre these and other facts both w known and obscure. According Miss Deignan, this program oug to be of special interest to Taftfites as future citizens of C cago. Courtesy Rewardedl All Taftites are courteous general, we know. Howev. every now and then someo performs some act in an espel ally altruistic manner, in oth words, he bends ever bac ward to do' the kind, charital deed. The Taft Trib plans with eve issue to present a courte award to some deserving st dent. In order to execute 1 plan, the staff is asking that tl student body and faculty c operate by notifying the Trib writing of any act consider' meritorious of recognition wi' full details including the nan of the person. Page 2 Taft Tribune February 28, Taft Soloists Hit New High Olson, Bornhoeft, orian Blow Horns To Tune of Sn Per enrollment Taft hit an all- time high in honor ratings in the city instrumental solo contest held last week in Chicago high schools. Jim Olson, baritone player, brought. home the only S with national recommendations. Along with Stanley Logan, drummer, who won an S in the national contest last year, Jim will be entitled to play in the national contest to be held in Grand Rapids in May. Glenn Jorian, trombonist, and William Bornhoeft, saxophonist, both won US ratings in the city contest. Those students receiving E ra.- tings were Jean Beers, flutistg Herb Mellor, cornetistg Elaine Giese, Pearl Gundlach, Jacqueline Anderson, Patsy Earle, and Mar- garet Scott, baton twirlers: Rich- ard Stahl, drummerg Lenore Duck- heisel, saxophonist. G ratings were won by Tom Flynn, Richard Nielson, Jack Wal- ters, and Al Rettenmier, cornet- istsg Harriet Myers, flutistg Don Gilmore, baritonistg Warren Berg, Richard Weickart, Edward Poliv- ka, and Gordon Hanke, trombon- lists: and Bell Peranni and John Pokorney, drummers. All contestants who won G or above will receive medals. The Taft musicians, unlike many of the contestants, did not receive special training for this event. Taft Girls Organize New Beta Tri-Hi-Y A committee of Taftites consult- ed at the Irving Park YMCA last Friday -about organizing a Beta chapter of the Tri-Hi-Y at Taft. Miss Eleanor Shanahan, director of the women's division, consented and decided that the 24 applicants which had to be turned away from the Alpha chapter, organized a few weeks ago, because of the limited membership of 50 are automati- cally to become members of the Beta chapter. Twenty-six member- ships are therefore available in the new chapter. Membership is limited to junior and senior girls. Applications may be submitted to Olive Horst, Mari- lyn Ehman, and June Anderson who have formed a committee to decide on the 26 to be accepted. Judging will be based on the reason for joining and a written reference from one teacher. Those not accepted will form a waiting list. Miss Mary McKeen will sponsor the group. Colleges Offer Exams to Gratis For Sclzolarshqys Chciago, Feb. 28.-The 29th an- nual competitive scholarship exam- ination of the University of Chica- go will be held this year April 5 at Chicago and 15 other cities throughout the Middle West. ' The examination will test the ability of students in clear and critical thinking, familiarity with significant ideas and sources of ideas, the understanding of words, familiarity with and appreciation of effective language usage, and the ability to deal with numbers and quantitative relations. All these tests of training and ability will be included in each student's examination, although each contestant will not be ex- pected to be equally proficient in all. Deadline Is March 15 Arrangements to enter the com- petition must be made through Mrs. Edith Halverson, senior coun- selor, and all who intend to parti- cipate must have their names sent to the entrance counselor of the university not later than Ma1'ch 15. Northwestern university will award scholarships to freshmen en- tering the following schools in the fall: the college of liberal arts, the school of music, the school of speech, and the technological in- stitute. Outstanding scholastic achieve- ment is generally the primary con- sideration in making these awards. Applications for scholarships must be fiiled before April 1. Seniors who wish to apply for scholarships to North Park college must file applications with the school before May 3. Other Information Available Students wishing information on other schools offering scholarships as well as those listed above, see Mrs. Halverson. During the long division last Fri- day, seniors were given a helping hand in choosing a suitable college. Transcriptions dealing with infor- mation about Armour college, the University of Chicago, Illinois university, and Northwestern uni- versity were played in room 304. A special record on general problems to consider in the choice of a col- lege was included. These transcriptions were pre- sented on a question and answer dialogue plan which made it pos- sible to cover considerable ground. Not Under 40 Club Gets Into Its Stride With 20 Members Hearty congratulations go to the business managers on the sale of the valentine issue. Mr. Paul Big- ler, financial adviser of the Trib, proudly asserts that the Not un- der 40 club now boasts 20 mem- bers. This is the best record at- tained since the birth of the club. Orchids go to the folowing peo- ple who are new at the job, but still reached that 40-mark: Marinella De Roeck, ZA, Holter- hoff Marion Pittatsis, 3A, Seyller Jean Siegler, 3B, Hansen Bill Bolek, 4A, Hershenhouse Margaret Pekara, 4B, Devenish Ruth Wahlberg, 4B, Halverson Old Members Continue The following managers con- tinued to sell 40 or more issues: Margarette Pitzer, 2A, Buell Amelia Tyndorf, 4A, Grant Betty MacMillan, 4A, L. Perry Lorraine Rozanski, SA, Mitchell Olive Horst, 3A, Kiley Lois Swanson, 3A, Lewis Lillian Majka, 3A, Scanlon Gertrude Billings, 3B, Fink Ruth Richmond, 2A, McConville Millicent Sadlier, 3B, Grosser Walter Schalk, 4A, Rogers Freshmen Break Records To prove that freshmen have school spirit, Miss Catherine Kel- ly's 1B division of 42 sold 45 copies of the paper through the efforts of their business manager, Marilyn Ellinger. The only other freshman divi- sion to make the Not under 40 was Mrs. Ruth Lino's 1A group managed by Anna MacDonald. Mr. Charles Buell of division room 105 a. m. has originated a unique method in his 2A division to pay for the Trib and he has proved that it works. Students pay their five cents in five daily installments of one cent each. Eileen Anderson Is Girls, State Choice The American Legion Auxiliary 541 of Edison Park has chosen Ei- leen Anderson, 4A, president of the G. A. A., as applicant for admission to the Illinois Girls' State to be held on the campus of MacMurray College, Jacksonville, Illinois, from June 21 to June 28. The girls chosen must be junior or senior students during 1940-41. They must possess qualities of scholarship, sportsmanship, and courage. This is an annual affair although this is the first time Taft has participated. Eleanor Vana, 4A, would have attended last year if Taft had been represented. Shamrock Sl Tophatters I St. Patrick,s I The clean-up committee e from their third regular last Friday with definite pl mulated for a Saint Patric dance to be held March 17 boys, gym. The dance bind pear in their second perft of this semester. The usual sion of 10 cents will be ch: The winners of the rece wide clean-up contest were ced. The slogan chosen as ficial one for the 1941 ca was composed by Suzanne of the Oglesby elementary Her product is Heads-up! ut! Clean-up! Lois Lindell from the Shore high school placed the high school division w slogan, Get in Step With up Pep! Mrs. Ida Goldfein, Art tee in charge of the campaign Behind the Scent In the Lunchroom Wvfties - Hot DQ By Nancy Gray Now we ask you-have y had a delicious malted a nied by a super-duper Wifi your edification a Wifty Taft hamburger f wi for and fty for Taftj. These derate pig patties are concc Mrs. Eleanor Dorsey, head hamburgers and monarch 4 lure. Mrs. Dorsey has made thousands of hamburgers a never varies an inch from licious contents of its prec Mrs. Dorsey's genius e comes through experien- when she was small, both ents worked and she had to cook. To sell 25 dozen hamburg 15 dozen hot dogs per da small accomplishment. S you can do when you star' girls? For those thick, creamy we have Mrs. Mary Coffeel malted magnate, to thank the wife of a milkman, she acquainted with the milk I When Taft was first malteds sold at 600 per 1 Taftites couldn't go on ing malteds at that rate: t ber dropped to 310 a day- mean number. Ice cream seems to be time favorite because it sel rate of 130 Dixies and fro 60 bricks a day. uary 28, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 1 arblers Swell lorus Ranksg :ct Leaders l hundred strong! Such is the nembership count in the girls' s, directed by Mrs. Ruth Lino, is positively flabbergasted happiness over the increase last semester. lcers elected last Friday are ,e Nitche, presidentg Betty ay, vice-presidentg Shir Lee ar, secretaryg Evelyn Sievers, irerg Charlotte Zimmer, libra- Sonia Paulson, assistant iang and Doris Erickson, ess manager. n Schaefer, 4A, became presi- of Mrs. Helen Scanlon's mixed s as a result of the mid-year nn. ,er officers are Dick Lewis, -residentg Ernest Kowalski, irerg and Dorothy Dietz, sec- r. Eileen Andersen is the ess managerg Norman Janis Dorothy Rees are chairmen of ocial committee: and June son is librarian. mise Soper retains her position mist with Ruth Lorch as her ant, hur Aerts Alias 'le Arthur Croons th Waltz King hur Aerts, noted warbler of une '40 class, is now perform- vith Wayne King's orchestra ' the name of Dick Arthur. .ncis Kleber of the same class tly acquired his appointment ,napolis Naval academy. u Ericksen, February '41, has et received his appointment. rejection was due to soft iers and a flat head he ad- Meanwhile he has joined s with Dick De IaMater at z until fall when they will Lawrence college. .rles Piper is making use of scholarship he received to ,western in the school of ilism. Adeline Altergott and Bagel are attending Lake t college on scholarships. ers still searching for knowl- are Jack Ellis and Bob Mere- it Northwestern, Dick Wessel ,ke Forest, and Marion Lyle lot Bushell at Wright. How- ehrens, because of his recent- quired position with a rail- may be seen dashing around in his new convertible. ' Faehnrich and Ingeborg An- 1 are working at the Federal ve bank. el Rowan has been having lme of her life down at the Orlean Mardi Gras with her ts. Whiz uiz Kid Bard Reveals Knowledge On Mutual Network By Dolores Schmall From out the ether on Station WGN will float the voice of Taft's prize Quiz Kid, Chalrleton Bard, 4A, at 10 a. m. Saturday, March 8. He will represent Taft on a high school quiz program. - When asked to account for his eloquence in setting forth his book larnin g he stated, I just like to talk. About eight years ago, Charleton began really living with a s-imple chemistry set, and since then has built a deluxe lab valued at ap- proximately S200. All this and a sax and clarinet, too, fheaven in a jitterbug's lingol came from hard earned coppers received while clerking in a grocery. The Bard residence houses also an amateur radio station. Charle- ton ransacks libraries for speci- mens of history and math texts Hbecauseiscience and math are so consistent. His various interests prove his versatility, among which are sports, old-fashioned girls, and, of course, music, for which, It ain't what you play, it's the way that you play it is his motto. Then there -is always Betsy, his 11-year old chariot. Her front is slightly distorted and so she is, at present, indisposed. After graduation this June Char- leton intends to go to the Univer- sity of Chicago, whether by scholar- ship or otherwise. That gruesome mike no longer holds terror for Charleton, for he has already spoken over the radio several times and is the familiar announcing voice heard at most of Taft's assemblies. Mind Your Pit, QB' N C. A. to Viszt You Visitors from the North Central Association will inspect Taft for the second time Friday, March 7. Although the school was too young to be accepted last year by the North Central, Taft was, however, approved by the state and the Uni- versity of Illinois. This year, two Chicago high school principals, Mr. Olice Winter of Lake View and Mr. Daniel O'Hearn of Steinmetz, will be among the visitors. The three high school superin- tendents visiting will be Dr. Wil- liam Bell, Mr. William Poore, and Mr. Henry Hagen. The University of Illinois and other schools will also be represented. Taftites to Be Given Air Skaters to Roll With A . Mooney AtNaton1aRinle A special party at the Natoma roller rink today is the first of a series of skating parties planned at bi-weekly intervals by the newly- organized Roller club under the direction of Mr. Arthur Mooney, administration aide. Special features of the party are to be races, games, fancy skating for girls, and candy games. Dues of 10c may be paid between now and the deadline, the end of March. In the coming months members may learn to waltz, fox-trot, and just plain-skate. Pre-Meds Visit Morgue A visit to the city morgue heads the new semester's activity sche- dule for the Pre-Medics club. Following a close election last week, Carolyn Rappold took over the presidency of the club. Dan Gojkovich was elected vice-presi- dent tary. In behalf of the Pre-Medics club, Miller, Jeannette Behrens, and Arlene Schuibly, secre- Lois Ernest Kowalski, Mary Martorana, and Don Amenta recently made a special visit to the Lane Tech medi- cal clinic. The Geography club sponsored by Mr. Daniel Mitchell elected Doro- thy D-ieker, presidentg Grace Miele, vice-president: June Sell, secre- tary: and Howard Rudin, treasu- rer at their first meeting of the semester. Alpha Tri-Hi-Y Elects Officers The newly-organized Alpha chap- ter of the Taft Tri-Hi-Y is now headed by Jean Cullen, presidentg Nancy Gray, vice-presidentg Mary Martorana, secretary: Shirley Brinkworth, treasurerg LaVerne Seibt, program chairmang Gladys Frederick, sergeant-at-armsg and Ruth Scheumacher, chaplain. The next meeting of the Discus- sion club will be held March 6 in room 209 the sixth period. The dis- cussion lesson will consist of rend- ing the financial page of the paper. Newly elected officers of the club are Robert Beh1', presidentg Norman Pfeiffer, vice-president: Mary Jane Caboor, secretary, and Leona Wroble, treasurer. Players Meet Today Former members of the Proscen- ium Players and all those inter- ested in becoming members of the Drama club will elect officers to- day, the ninth period in the audi- torium. 6 Students Perform For Representative FromStationWMAC Six ambitious Taftites orated an danced themselves into the fin: tryouts for the NBC feature, Th High School Studio Party, la: Friday when they performed befol a representative of this network i room 321. Giving out in a little monologu was Loretta Filipak. 4A, who d picted the characters one migl meet in any drugstore. Then thei were George Hanke, 3A, and T01 Orzada, 4A, who staged an origin: skit from the life of Tom Sawyer After these two gentlemen can a brother and sister tap dance at with Mildred Zima, 4A, and Georg lA. Lois Redden, 2A, also kicke around a little dust in a novel ta dance to the accompaniment 4 Louise Soper, 4A, on the piano. These students will go down 1 the radio studios at some futul date where they will try out for tl: finals, which will determine Whetl er or not they will appear on tt program. This program is aired ove WMAQ every Saturday mornin from 10:00 to 10:30. Talented sti dents from all the Chicago hig schools participate. The tryouts were held under sl pervision of Mrs. Vera McConvilll public speaking teacher, for abol 20 minutes after the second assen bly last Friday. Bill Baker and Pal Construct Railroad Mr. Grand Central Station-hi real name is Bill Baker, 1B, frm the Norwood elementary schom -and his pal, Charles Dapper a future Taftite now enrolled 2 Bi1l's Alma Mater , have bull a model railroad in Charles's basl ment. Behind a maze of transformer: control lights, and rheostats tha make up their control station' Bill and Charles are as busy as an train dispatchers. Although the are often troubled with short ci1 cuits and faulty swnitches, the never give up. The boys have eight trains freight and passenger, and suitabl scenery. Among other bits of scer ery is a fine model of the Norwoo- Park railroad station built by Chai les's grandfather. Railroad model building is 4 rapidly growing hobby and mode clubs are springing up all over th- country, some of them rather elat orate. They are organizing rapidlg and even a magazine is being pub lished for model builders. Page 4 Taft Tribune February 28, To Which Do You Belong? Left. freshmen who clon't know the ropes huddling together outside door in recent sub-zero wave. Right. a group ol the initiated who enioy the warm atmosphere ol the auditorium while waiting for their classes to begin. Here Lze Green Pastures Breathes there the Chicagoan with soul so dead, who never to himself has said, This is my own, my native city? Chicago, covering over 200 square miles, embraces some 3,000,000 people as its family. What makes these various types and creeds of people seem to be a distinct part of Chicago itself? The answer is simple: Chi- cago has everything! It is the mecca of the business world, a great manufacturing, com- mercial and educational center, complete in itself. But all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy: so Chicago gives Jack a wide grazing vicinity for his hobby horse --those remarkable animals that carry you from a hectic Work-a-day world to a. peaceful, fascinating realm of your own choosing. Once you own one of these hobby horses, you are a kind, con- siderate owner, exercising it long and after. Chicago has no equal, offering endless opportunities and numerous roads any of which can help your hobby to become valuable and perhaps lead you to a career. Chicago, reaching out with hands outstretched, makes itself the city of opportunities. 0 If wishes were horses, beggars would nide. My, my, and we thought everyone rode the streetcars! o A bad penny always comes back which isn't saying much for the prodigal son. o Great minds run in the same channel and fools think alike. Small wonder the world is in a rut today. 0 An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what about the grocery bill collector? 0 You don't get anything for nothing except in your coursebook. Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinois MR. L. A. HOEFER, Principal MR. LEONARD TEUSCHER, Assistant Principal Editor-in-chief: Ruthjayne Aeberly. Assistant editor: Jean Bostwick. News: Cyrilla Matusek, head: Pat Dolan, Warren Erickson, Nancy Gray, Jean Kofoed, Robert Kofoed, John Magnus, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon. Features: Jeanette Granberg, Lenore Green, Mary Martorana. June Pemble, Winifred Pufunt, Dolores Schmall, Charlotte Smith, Eleanor Vana. Make-up: Charleton Bard, William Bessemer, Harriet Myers, Lorraine Risavy. Alan Sampson, Jack Sampson. Typists: Virginia Hunt, Lorraine Mazzoni, Marian Opfer, Irene VViedow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr. Paul W. Blgler. They Jot 'Em Down They Send 'Em Here Who'll Answer First? Plea for Social Center Why doesn't Taft have a social center? Several schools in the vicinity of Taft do have social centers every Friday night. They afford the peo- ple who cannot dance a chance to learn and those who can already dilnce an opportunity to further their ability. True, we can attend one of the centers already established, say Schurz. But Schurz is a consider- able distance away and we'd like to have one in our own neighborhood with a real community spirit. Anybody else feel the same way? Let me know through the Trib. Dance-minded Junior. Sponsor Wanted! Help us search for a. sponsor for a Rifle club. The idea of starting such a. club originated in the recre- ation survey recently given in the gym classes. The Little Theatre was intend- ed for a rifle range, and there are 127 students who have rifles and would like to see such a project underway. Henry Belzer, 117 a. m. l Woe Is Us! Monday, February 17, 1941, will undoubtedly go down in the his- tory of Taft as a super red letter day. 0 blackest of days! To bring such an unholy proclamation on the heads of 2,200 poor, helpless innocents! To take away the healthful practice of facial exer- cise! Requesting us to limit our delightful habit of gum-chewing to outdoor atmosphere! We wish to take this like a man and stand corrected, but it swept us off our feet! Curses, foiled again! Frank Bostwiclc. Let's Get Together As a member of the senior class, I am acquainted with about 75 to 100 of my fellow graduates. Now, here is my suggestion. Be- cause from time to time we have long division, why couldn't all the 4A's get together in room 304 and have socials and entertainment with the purpose of getting ac- quainted with one another? We are all spending our last days here at Taft and they will be re- membered. To know everyone in our class would make this remem- brance complete. Of course, this not only applies to seniors but to the other classes as well. Sociable Senior. Ed. note: Pages 4 and 5 of the Trib are reserved exclusively for features and contributions from subscribers. Send in your brain children and experience the thrill of seeing your work in print. .lil-1 Don 't Loole .-1-1-- BUT -11 Trivia: Velda Wagner and Lilli: shal, 3B's, were conversing locker last Friday morning da was removing her h preparatory to taking do precious little pin curls. Gill appeared on the scene, Velda jumped 'inside her 1: complete her toilette beft male could see her early ' arrangements. Pete Pedersen, 3B, has tz chard Parigini's shoes as c on a 25 cents debt. It has been rumored tl Carbone, 3B, has been scou local grammar schools lool what he calls talent. Fashion Fancies: Bob Holiday's C4135 grez tion is to be a manneqi practices in Miss Helen third period art class by 1 a unique umbrella hat also be used as a tentj noodle while he admires it angles. That's not a bear you se ing down the halls. It's Dc son, 3A, in his new racoon Lee Brinkman, 4B, seems weakness for uniforms. H seen that locket with the a signia she wears? It's frol dier in Hawaii. Dizzy Doings: The silence of Mr. Clarei tal's eighth period physic February 14 was broken Schaefer's spilling a bag o hearts all over the floor. hearts were such tender ph f'Oh, you kid, H23 skidd Pickle Pussf' Bob passer around to all his admirers. Richard Osmos-ia Weicla has a new theory. Elect rents, he insists, grow oi plants. Jeannette Behrens, 3A, capsized her listeners wh breathed into her hand and closing it exclaimed, 'Tm my breath. Deep thoughts: Inquiries are being mad whether Ruth and Bob E 3B and 4A respectively, f their styles were crampen they attended the same v party. Between Dolores Daly ar Craft, 3A's, poor Mr. Mich lich is worn to a frazzle fourth period history clas: certain history papers did r up on the appointed day. ceeded to lecture the youn, After his eloquent scoldi ended, Dolores produced pers, saying: I had them time. nary 28, 1941 zt of M y Head By Jean Bostwick is as though February is the ild of Mother Year, unloved estowed with only 28 days, ice every four years tossed r day as one would toss a J a dog. three years February must ignominity until Leap year tround. We wonder if ro- really does blossom forth irofusely during Leap year! girls, three more years to l too we feel sorry for the hat has a birthday on Feb- 29 and can celebrate only very four years. But what , to women! With sincere 1 and conviction she can re- 9 for four years before she's 40. uary seeks revenge by play- : with balmy breezes and ring sweet nothnings in our 1'hen as we a1'e whirled into drift, somewhere an echo of e laughter reaches our ears, bruary in the mood of Puck own, What fools you mor- imes a piece of poetry ex- a thought with beauty and leaving those who read it lmething to think about. So vith the following contrib- ubmitted by Jack Williams, o submitted it to his Eng- tcher, Miss Martha Hinkel. ! Man s Masterpiece lines on blue paper, mean- ss to the ordinary man: lines--to the designer and killed workman, they mean Q laborers, months of back- ing work. ms are taken to the great ard, and soon the keel is ie gigantic, naked ribs are 1 encased in a sheath of er. more graceful grow the sweeping lines from bow rn. long there sounds the thun- s roar of forges, pneumatic ers, winches, and human e passing of the sun from eavens, the skvies darken, ed men plod towards their room for the regular shift 'ht workers. n of iron, steel, soal, and are slowly revolved thing of majestic beauty, 5 speed, and stupendous th. nt turbines are installed, ie spacious staterooms are Taft Tribune Page 5 BOY Meets C-if1N0 The Girl of the Month Problem as Studes Divulge Technique By Winifred Pufunt For those who have by any stroke of fate been unable to acquaint themselves with friendly charac- ters because they lacked introduc- tions, the inquiring reporter un- veils some ways in which boy mfight meet girl, and vice-versa. Dolores Daly, 3A, divulges, If the boy I was interested in happened to be doing something, I would ad- mire his work, but Dick Dolezal, 4A, says, I would follow her home. Gloria Prima, 2A, tells, lf I were to see him in school, I would keep passing him and smile. The next day I would say hellog if nothing happens, then I'd give up. Norbert Boots Mossong, Daniel Novak, and William Oarbone, 3A's, all agree that if they had a car, they would ask the girl if she wanted a ride home. v Mary Jane Shirley, 4B, coyly says, I would walk past him and accidentally drop something. Charles Chuck Kildahl, 3A, bashfully says, If I were in a car, I would follow her. I once ended up in Elgin that way. Earl Karlsen, 4A, would operate an ocule iso he saysj movement, then gently walk up, and say hello, Carol Passow, 1B, says, My mom- mie told me never to speak before being spoken to. Jean Beers, 2B, would brightly ask his name, then introduce her- self. William, Schneider, 3B, thinks that accidentally walking into someone might do the trick. Jean Bostwick, 4A, who can al- ways be recognized by her genial smile, is the Taft Tribune's selec- tion for G-irl of the Month of Feb- ruary. In school Jean spends some of her spare time as treasurer of the G. A. A. and assistant editor of the Trib. She is an assistant instruc- tcr in life-saving and a member of the Honor society and the Pan- American club. Swimming, in which art her fel- low swimmers acclaim her skill, is one of Jean's favorite hobbies. In fact she revealed, I spent most of last summer as a counselor at a summer camp in Wisconsin where I taught canoeing and swimming. 'Stop and sock' for me is like gambling with some people. You know it actually hurts to pass up one of those courses, she earnest- ly insisted. Jean heartily approves of bow- ling and dancing, but in contrast to these exerting activities she oc- casionally sits down to knit. And I do mean occasionally, she laughed, because Mom has to finish everything I start. Though she has been collecting records for only a short time, Jean's record library ranges from Debussey's Clouds to Krupa's Blue Fantasy, all equally treas- ured. Her pet peeve, shared with many others, is the nerve-racking waste of precious fleeting hours lin dou- ble-feature shows. After her graduation in June Jean plans to begin a college career in child psychology. She claims to be an ardent ad- mirer of John Kieran, one of the weekly speakers on Information Ml fs fi 5 5 Jean Bostwick, modeling the latest in spring sports jackets. Please, and sets him up as a per- fect specimen of intellect. Jean always enjoys a good book, preferably fiction, with which she can curl up in a cozy chair, any time, anywhere. Jean is an exceptional S stu- dent-the kind of pupil a teacher dreams about. Since her arrival at Taft she has become to this school what Stokowski is to music and Petty to art, according to Alan Sampson, well known Taft artist. The only sport or activity in which she doesn't excel is pinochle. , Last year in the only contest of its kind held to date at Taft, Jean was chosen rose queen of the school. finished with costly woods and velvet cloth. . After months of exacting, tireless labor, The magnificent ocean-liner is launched a finished masterpiece. Then, one great day, it leaves the dock for its speedy dash across the ocean vast. Thousands of friends and relatives wave joyful good-by to laughing passengers, And then linger to watch the stat- ely liner vanish across the far horizon. Ten hours later, in the still dark- ness of the night, A thunderous crash shatters the ocean-silence: The air is rent with frenzied screams of pain and horror, While over all is heard the death- filled cry, Damn That Submarine! Perhaps if man had created with- -in himself a citadel, a 'true master- piece, such things as nights of terror would be unknown. Tribune Presents M zlvs K eeclz An old adage says, It's an ill wind that blows no good. Yet students of Taft have the winds of Nebraska to thank for blowing Miss Mary Keech, math teacher, into our midst. Miss Keech often speaks of the dust storms V courage. in her home state to her students, but never before has she revealed what state it is. The Trib now unravels the mystery in its uncen- sored state. She lived on a farm in Nebraska and rode to school in a horse-car. She re- ceived her Master's degree from the University of Nebraska. Miss Keech is the proud possessor of a Phi Beta Kappa key about which she declared, I wear the key whenever I have to bolster up my She then continued, smiling, I guess I mustn't have had it on the other day Miss Keech when I fell down and broke my arm. teacher's pastime, and when asked for her pet Y DG DGGVG is any Student who is not interested in Reading is this cheerful peeve she replied, M t mathematics. Miss Keech is also n eted for her wonderful lectures on etiquette, international affairs and many other numerous topics which are deli d vere 9Xt9If1D0I'2i1190t1Sly to anyone of her several math classes. These lectures are truly inspiring. Miss Keech may justly be called the Taftites' Philo- sopher or th N ff e orthwest sage. Miss Keech is sponsor of the Math r-hm Page 6 -10 Tons Dail To Heat School Says Engineer From eight to ten tons of coal are required to heat Taft on one subzero day, claimed Mr. Thomas Fogli, engineer an exclusive interview with the Trib today. But this fi- sounded preposterous the super and had a time getting any- Mr, Fggli one to believe him. Seven hundred fifty tons of coal, he continued unabashed, are used each year and 1 can prove tit. This figure was hardly more con- vincing, but Mr. Fogli was in earn- est. He explained that people who open doors or windows when the heating system is working are his mortal enemies. Close That Window! Warm fresh air is blown into the rooms three to a tier. Therefore, if a window is opened -in one of the three rooms, the pressure which is equal in all rooms, changes with the open window as an outlet for all the air which rightfully belongs to the rooms above or below. Warm air enters at the top and forces the cold stale air out the vents on the bottom. Thus there is a continuous cycle of healthful fresh air. On windy days the rooms on the leeward side are hard to heat be- cause so far even weather stripping has failed to keep out the blustery old north wind. The north and west sides of the building are the hard- est to warm up and keep warm. Swimmers Kept Warm The water in the swimming pool comes from a hot water tank which is steam heated. There is a booster heater which heats the water be- tween 75 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit before it is run into the pool. Once a week inspectors from the board of health check the situation in the pool. Conditions could be -improved if swimmers, girls especially, stated Mr. Fogli, would not decide to get rid of their gum in the pool. Also, cold cream, which forms a. grease on the edge of the pool, and hair, the drains, are a few which stops of the trials of my daily life. This is the first of a. Ed. note: series of articles featuring the in- teresting phases of the department of engineering. Taft Tribune I What Qualities of Character Do You Consider Most Important for Success? Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 2,00 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsk the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the April 1 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, March 14. I 1 Afternoon Stor A Family Affair .l..i-- By Bill Bessemer ...l-..- They,re poison, Bud! Why don't you give up girls as I did? said Thornton Van Tubbs, a husky, 230- pound, 17-year-old lad, known to his close friends as Butch, He was addressing Bud Gale, also 17 and one of the popular men about town at the Northwestern high school. Butch continued in his arguments pro and con, but mostly con, about the relative values of razor blades and girls. He was a confirmed woman hater and poten- tial hermit. He even went so far as to make preparations for a two- week rest from girls and would live in a tent without shaving on pork and beans and wild berries. Butch's main object fin life now was to persuade Bud, his best friend, to join him in his little va- cation. Bud, on the other hand, looked upon Butch with extreme disgust, for he had already gone into hermit training and had a two-week growth of curly fuzz on his burly face. All that Bud could think about was that dlizzy Boston blonde as Butch insisted on calling her, Vir- ginia Blackmore, classy stuff, di- rect from Boston society. Her living in the Kingsley mansion on the hill made Bud idolize her more, for it was the town's largest house. To Bud, she was an angel, dellicate as a whipped cream cake design. He had never been afraid of, over polite, nor too rough to girls but there's always a first time. He always referred to her as Miss Blackmore. He wanted, oh so badly, to ask her for a date, but for the first time in his young life. he was just plain scared. If only Dad will let me use the new car, thought Budg I canit take her out in my old Liz! In truth, Bud's Lizzy was of rather ancfient vintage, but he had her so well disguised with fancy chrome-plated accessories that 'no one but an expert could determine her exact make and model. After several days Bud talked his Dad into the use of the car for the prom Bud was giddy with joy. He all but flew to the phone, but first consulted an etiquette book to find the proper way to make an engagement with a lady. She accepted him coolly, and Bud lived in a joyous daze until three days before the prom when he was awakened with a severe jolt. His Dad was called away on a sud- den business trip and took the car. Bud was sunk unless he could think fast, plenty fast. He thought, to no avail, until the afternoon of the prom and was about to call the date off when Butch suggested renting a car. Here was the answer to his prayers. Upon inquiry, however, he learned that it was an expensive idea and he wondered if it wouldn't be wiser to leave with Butch on hris hermit vacation that afternoon. After much deliberation, however, he dug deeply into his emergency fund and coughed up 16 dollars for the use of one Super-Hooper Eight convertible, the car of his dreams. Here, he thought, was his chance to make an impression on his dream girl. That night, as he pulled up to the Kingsley mansion with the top down, he was the proudest boy in town, but his Lady Love Hdetested riding in open cars , so Bud obe- diently lowered the top. All she talked about was Boston society un- til Bud, whom she insisted on call- ing Mr. Gale, developed a terrible inferiority complex as a result of his small town background. She had a wilting flower personality and she despised jitter-bugs and sw-ing music. Unbelievable as it may seem, all this made Bud re- spect her the more, and he resolved to better himself and come up to her standards. The next morning at breakfast, the topic of the conversation was, of course, the prom and Bud's mother asked, What was the name of the girl you took? Miss Blackmore, Miss Virginia February 28 New Acguzlvit In Taft? Libr Enthrall Stud Two new books recently at the library are what ma have been waiting for: S ton, Senior Nurse and E ton, Visiting Nurse, by Bayeston. The first carries of Sue Barton, Student through the remaining yeai training as a nurse in a bf tal. The second tells of Sue' iences as a visiting nurse which she has many in1 contacts with patients, a house, and romance. Thes will be read with interest who enjoy reading about matic, exciting life that leads. Red Rust, by Corneli Cannon, is the story of Minnesota farmer who woi great hope, lol with one produce a species of wheal withstand the blighting rl Vivid descriptions of farm a tender love story make book that will be greatly by older boys and girls. Horse-lovers will reall ciate C. W. Anderson's Bl and Chestnut, which consi beautiful full page lithog famous horses with brief tions of each. England of before the war is described in This l by Mary Ellen Chase, a descriptive and humorous English character and country-side. Tales of the food, weat way travel, spring in Engl English sources of Ameri tation are particularly d ,,l,l... .l- Blackmore, answered Bu unnatural, refined voice. Did you say Virgini more? asked Mrs. Gale e Why, yes, why the excl returned Bud. I just got a letter fron ter in Boston, and she says cousin, Mary Blackmore, v to move into town with hr ter, Virginia. You proba remember her, but she wa Wheatville and was your 1 mate until her father sweepstake money and th- to Boston. It must be yow cousin that you took to th last night! VVhat'? 16 dollars! bah! shouted Bud as he out of the house. An hour later Bud w nudging Butch to awal Will your tent hold t' asked. ry 28, 1941 Hy Stud Home rr10mz'cs.9 The swer Is Here By Shirley Wheldon 2 way to a man's heart is his :h! That's an old saying, cts still indicate it is worth ering twice. home economics department ssisted in compiling the fol- ? information to help stu- decide whether they should ome economics to prepare for future occupations. he past home economics con- chiefly of cooking and sew- Today it is a far reaching t, opening paths into many lgh the principal divisions of ubject still center around and clothing, foods and sci- are closely related as are lg and art. 'deling Fascinates Many of the fascinating fields in othing interest is modeling. economics emphasizes selec- f harmonious colors and ac- .es for garments. Dress- g and millinery are also in- s are always needed to ar- food and clothing properly otographic purposes. Adver- nts must be correct, and this teaches students the cor- ay. smaking and altering are good fields in which home iics is used, and dress de- s need the practical informa- lven in these courses. ,her extremely important s that of homemaking, which the girls in maintaining ,anaged homes. scientific phase of home mics enters into many occu- 5. One of the favorites in apartment is nursing, which es into private duty and so- lrvice, in both of which the of foods is important. n Aids in Dietetics study of home economics is to those who aspire to be s' assistants and laboratory :ians as well as to those in- d in the field of dietebics. mercially, there are tea room ues and managers who must .he fundamentals taught in economics. Food demonstra- lso find that the study of :oupled with business train- lps them obtain good posi- her angle from which we aw this subject is that of the Jrkwing her way through col- ith a part time job. If she :en home economics, she can ently care for children and 5 well balanced meals for She can also get a job as a .s. Taft Tribune AA Officers Smile at Birdie .ar ...ff The G. A. A. officers put their heads together to plan the semes- ter's G. A. A. program. Beginning at 6 o'clock with Maryalice Youmans, recording secretary, the girls are reading clockwise: Helen Uhrik, secretaryg Mary Martorana, vice-presidentg Eileen Anderson, president 3 Jean Bostwick, treasurer. Rehearsals in Gear For New Competition Special sectional rehearsals for Taft band and orchestra members are being held every afternoon in preparation for the city-wide band- orchestra contest to be held a month from now. During these re- hearsals individual selections are gone over carefully to enable the players to master difficult pass- ages. Ansemble practices have also been started. A flute quartet, a string ensemble, three trumpet quartets, a clarinet quartet, and a trombone quartet are planning to enter the ensemble division of the city contest March 10. These are the last two divisions of the annual city solo, ensemble and band-orchestra events. Any Taft winners in these con- tests will then be entered in the national finals. That there are many jobs that are connected with home economics is evident. If you are considering any of those mentioned, it would be wise to elect home economics. This semester all students com- pleting the course 'in home man- agement receive Red Cross home nursing certificates. Ed. note: This is the first in a series of articles to aid students in selecting subjects relative to their future occupations. Taft Cagemen Battle Schurz in Last Game Schurz will play Taft here next Monday, as a climax to the 1941 basketball season. Intense rivalry is expected in the game because of the nearness of the two schools and the number of ex-Schurz men on the Taft team. Being the final game of the sea- son, it will be the last time that some of the cagers will appear in Taft uniforms. Six of them are being lost through graduation. They are Bob Frankenburg, Fred Parks, Walter Witt, Hilliard Dura, Bob Holliday, and John Lobodzin- ski. Coach Saul Farber says that he expects the senior team to win and points out that thus far, they have been the only team to beat Roose- velt. In the Schurz game, he ex- pects to use two combinations, one team composed entirely of the graduating men and the other of all return men. The latter will give a preview of next years' team. I have been well satisfied with the performance of the team dur- ing the past season, says Coach Farber, but luck seems to have turned against us and the ratio be- tween games won and lost did not turn out well. Lost: Gray, black, and white Parker Challenger fountain pen with push button fill and slight- ly injured pen point. Please re- turn to Patricia Flynn, 312 a, m, Page 7 Male Volley Ball Teams Compete In Intramurals The intramural sports activit goes into hligh gear this week whei the largest intramural event eve to take place at Taft begins. th heads of the boys' gym departmem Mr. Joe Kupcinet, Mr. Samuel Fai ber, and Mr. Harry Miller, ar nounced yesterday. This event is a volleyball tournz ment which will include every boj in the school who is taking gyrr and this means well over 900 males Each gym class is to select a cel tain number of teams. Then an elimination will tak place within the class, the bes team going to the finals in its re spective division: freshman, sophc more, junior, or senior. The four winning teams will bf given medals for each member 0 the team, the cost of the medals be ing covered by a five-cent admis sion fee per participant. The intramural contests are bu a small part of the boys' new phys ical education program. Under thu present system the boys have gyn four times a week and study on tht fifth day. In the near future thn boys will be called in on the fiftl day and, with the aid of Mr. Kull cinet, will make plans for leisur4 physical activities in the presen' and future. The boys may choosn whatever sport interests then most, and the school's facilities to gether with the help and instruc tion of the gym teachers will bm made available to them. As yet the idea is in the experi mental stage. It is the first rea' step toward individual adjustmen' in physical education. -1--M Girl Bowlers Aim To Make Pins Fly ln the girls' Thursday bowling league the Gordonettes are out ir front, having won 30 games and lost 15. A hot fight -is on for sec- ond place between the Gutter Gals who won 25 and lost 20, and the Panthers, winning 24 and losing 21. The Panthers are now rein- forced by the return of Betty Olson from Florida. The Alley Rats of the girlsl Wednesday league are still in the lead, having won 30 and lost 18 games. They are closely pursued by the Blitzkriegers who have won 29 and lost 19 games. The Alley Rats have the team high of 1,943 pins, leading all the girls' teams at Taft. The winners of first and second places in both leagues will meet the winners of first and second place teams in other schools of the city starting Saturday morning, March 29. Each member of the winning team in each section will Page 8 In the Girls, Locker Room i- By Pat Dolun -f---. Attention, freshmen! A special G. A. A. welcome party is sched- uled for Thu1'sday, March 13. The officers and board of control planned this social affair to help acquaint all newcomers with the Girls' Athletic association and its activities. So jot this date down on your calendars. Have fun, and better still-leave the pow wow feeling inspired and rarin' to earn a blue and silver athletic letter. No one will want to miss this merry ga- thering. While snooping around the girls' gym in search of news, this col- umnist observed much straining of muscles and vocal chords. An in- nocent bystander, when asked the cause of the expenditure of energy, replied that the regular class bas- ketball teams were being organ- ized. Gals Versus Eagles Well! if the giirls keep up the pace of their present enthusiasm, they'll soon be able to challenge the Taft Eagles to a double header. Swimmers who have been long- ing to earn their life saving em- blems may now affix their signa- tures to a document on the gym bulletin board. They will imme- diately be included in Mrs. Dorothy Winters's life saving class which meets every Tuesday the 10th and 11th periods. The G. A. A. membership cam- paign is well under way, and al- ready it appears that this year's membership will break all previous records. The drive positively closes March 15. Oh to Be a Cheerleader! Margie Crockatt and Ruth Sol- berg may have been seen executing queer antics around the school. No, it isn't a case for the little men in white jackets, for they're just learning to be cheer leaders. Miss Donna. McGuire is sponsor- ing special classes in stunts and acrobatics Wednesday the eighth and Thursday the ninth periods. For trapeze artists who like to swing on the rings and stuff like that, Mrs. Winters is also starting an apparatus group. The G. A. A. is planning a May- pole Dance, a treasure hunt, and a Weenie roast for its regular mem- bers later this spring. Posture Contested The girls' health classes are starting posture contests, which will be continued for the next few weeks. The girl with the most per- fect posture will be chosen from each health class, and from the class winners will be picked the school winner. Taft Tribune February 2 Sullivan Clips Eagles' Wings In the Boy Above left: A mix-up for a rebound in the game between Taft and Sullivan with Fred Parks, No. 9, and Hilly Dura, No. 6, in the middle of the scrap. Above right: Fred Parks, No .9, and the Sullivan center, No. 5, in a stratosphere fight for the rebound of Parks's shot. Above left: Jack Scanlon, No. 13, watches his shot from the cor- ner as the ball hangs on the rim before going in. A Sullivan player waits for a would-be rebound. Above right: Parker, No. 11, of the junior squad, comes in for a part in the scrap as does Monnich, No. 20, just before he steals the ball from Sullivan's No. 7. Taft Mermen Compete for Laurels The Taft swimming team's schedule for the spring season is as follows: March 3-Taft March 6-Taft March 10-Taft March 13fTaft March 24-Taft March 26--Taft April 7-Taft April 16-Taft April 18-Taft VGTSUS V9I'S11S VGTSUS VGFSLIS VSFSIIS VeI'Sl1S V6I'Sl1S V6l'Sl1S V8I'Sl1S Roosevelt at Roosevelt. Loyola at Loyola Senn at Taft Amundsen at Amundsen Sullivan at Taft Steinmetz at Steinmetz Lake View at Taft. Amundsen at Taft. Amundsen at Von Steuben. The city meet will convene at Roosevelt April 9, 10, 11. Tickets for all meets are 10 cents. Locker R .11 By John MZIHHUS The imminence of spril the return of birds, bees, baseball team. Coach Ha announces that the follo' will be back on the field Behm, Leonard Bosak, Dabbert Andrew Ducay Dura, Herbert Kowaleskl' liam Stephan. Several new pitchers ar the men who looked go4 practice are: Henry A Tom Carrol, Don Fillmol Fischer, Wright Peterso Wahlleber, and Jack I Newcomers to the squad ston Wahlstrom, Walter wic, and Robert Schaefe the football team. The baseball schedui April 14. The Taft team three games a week with tion that it draws a bi opening day and once 1: championship is to be pl 14. Ah Beauty! Breathless beauties cha: Harry S. Miller indicate leaders for the coming season are being selected three more girls are gc added to the present thre The new leaders must demonstrate a Taft chee tine and one of their ov Miller said today that possible for these girls nf a letter in only one ye: work an equivalent of ti a day. Swimmers Gaining S The senior swimming is stronger than at any in its history. The seniors lost only t graduation and received times that many member junior team whose mer have reached the 16-year before the finish of the s Frank Bostwick and Norlie, whom the seni like to incorporate, will standing mainstays of tl Norllie is not only the o sprinter on the junior holds top position in stroke and breast. Coach Harry Miller every one of the swimmf in different events to fii talent. It is hoped th: this plan, the absence of ber at a meet can be ox another man's substitut place. Leroy Milner, backst: Richard Fell, breaststi juniors who placed in th- last December, are nov ening the weakness in stroke and breast strok of the senior team. 'OP O TH MARNIN TO Yl lhamrock Shag Erin G0 Mgnday Braghi IV. No. 3 Taft High School, Chicago, Illinois March 14, 19 .T ,ctor Johnson: iserve Art Week, ansmit Great City Chicago is observing Art . this month. Intelligent citi- who had visions of the great that Chicago was to become a plan for the future beauty r city. Most of you have heard e Chicago Beautiful plan. It xsponsible for many of our : parks, boulevards, and re- ion spots. Beauty in everyday -in our homes, in our schools, ir industries-is a result of ing what constitutes beauty iow to attain it. While you are hool you have an opportunity velop your taste and apprecia- and your creative skill so that too, may be a contributor to eauty of your city. 't Week in Chicago is an op- ne time for all of you to make promise that the Athenian i made to his city- to trans- this city greater, better and beautiful than it was t1'ans- d to us. ans' Donate Spectacles part of their philanthropic am the Lions' club of Jeffer- iark is providing glasses for students who need but cannot l them. Miraculously the fund side for this purpose exactly care of those who need s for better sight. A. N. Evans of the club con- l Mr. L. A. Hoefer, principal, e contribution. 5 comfort derived from the ' generosity are well revealed e remark of one beneficiary, er before have I been able to see, but watch my grades now! Shamrock Shenanigans By Dolores Schmall So sat me down, pen in hand, An editorial to write, But I found my brain was whirl: I could not see tl1e alight. in a Afterward, says I to me- I know what I will do! I'll write a poem on old St. Pat, And so my story grew. In the year four hundred forty, I believe it was A. D., St. Patrick left his native land And sailed across the sea. He aimed to do convertin'! If he got some lucky breaks, He vowed as sure as certain To drive out all their snakes. So when they reached the Emerald Isle He stepped out on the green. And Shamrocks! Shamrocks! Shamrocks! Were all that could be seen. Begorrah! said the sainted man As he spied the Shamrock mass. My mother always told me That snakes were in the grass! But if we must do convertin' The task will fall on meg 'Cause these Irishmen are heathens As you can plainly see. And so he stopped and plucked A shamrock from the ground And called for all the people Its glories to propound. So when St. Pat convinced 'em That this should be their state, Someone then proposed a. toast And they began to celebrate. They spread a mammoth banquet, Brought potatoes by the peck, Plus lots of corned beef and cab- bage: Those ex-heathens ate like heck. And then St. Pat resigned. He knew his work was done And seated self among the rest And settled down to fun. This poem has no moralg This ditty makes no sense. But if you get some laughs from it, I'll have my recompense. Ha.'Ha.f Ha.7Ha.7 .Hof Ho.' Ho., Ho! Pardon us! It's only the Taft Tribune staff laughing at their latest brain child, a super-colossal bag of jokes coming out April 1. This special April Fool edition is going to Le chuck full of laughs. It will reveal how to avoid the pit- falls of this day of days. Insure your own safety by ordering your copy early. 'The Trib really goes professional in this issue of issues. Take a gan- der at some of these features: a Lew Loyal story with teachers as the chief characters, In the Sleep of the News, Vo-ice from the Band- stand, Bedda Bopper's Bollywood, a Weekly Whizzer, Eastbrook Pegleg, Angelo Mooney, Household Hints, The Barber Pole, and countless ex- citing and side-splitting articles. And yet for all this added fun the p1'ice remains only five cents! Everybody's name falmostj will be in this issue. Look for yours! f xv., Lmw ffiigi. C, nivil A -1 fd NB' 1 9 E ' V 'Q ig 5 HI. A ,A X jr V' K 'f w .M V- 4' V11 Jil . Wt ' jiliiiiiil MCMA., ,y It .-1 Fil. - li, 3 r 1 ,,4 g , z , J 'TH' p,'f1fV,l' l 4 t 1 if M 1 , f ' 7 Zvi 1 ' , N ,a Jimi l , ,M . q 4, M 1 vi ' f . . it if g b And sure, claim Felicia and Felix, the cattiest of all cats in Cat- dom pictured here, this special April fool number will be the cat's miaow-but definitely. Five Score Design Senior Boys' Club, Choose Executives Not to be outdone by the seni girls, the males of the same groi organized a. club of similar natu last Friday the ninth period in ti auditorium when they held the first meeting, which 100 boys z tended. The club is under the sponsc ship of Mr. Arthur Mooney, admi istrative aide, and Mr. Addison P1 cell, chemistry teacher. The idea for the club was boi in the minds of Tom Orzada, Wa ren Erickson, 4A's, and Georg Wise, 4B, who Wanted to see tl senior boys get together and ha' a little fun. Schaefer Elected President The election held Friday ga' Bob Schaeffer the presidency, Jae Rasmussen, the vice-presidencg Tom Flynn, the secretaryshi1 George Wise, the treasureshipg al Paul Buckley, the position of se geant-at-arms. Other candidates for the varioi positions were Charleton Bar George Crist, Tom Flynn, Gler Jorian, Ernest Kowalski, .lol Labodzinski, Bob Mitchell, Warre Schneider, and Charles Trick. Unaimously the group decided have no dues. A rough outline fn the social activ-ities was mar which include an open air danc splash party-dance, and a hay rid Aim Is Social Tom Orzada conducted the mee ing as temporary chairman an stated the club's aims. The mai purpose of a senior boys' club is 1 stimulate the social life of the 4 boys. A varied and educational pr gram will be planned to make senior's last year a memorabf one. ?age 18 Tait Tribune Real Champions Left to right: Glen Jorian, trombonist, looks as if he were lreaming of hevvin, while Jim Olson, baritone playerg William Sornhoeft, saxophonist, and Stanley Logan, drummer, complete the iicture of the four Taft band members who received an S rating n the city solo contest. Bard K. O.'s Rivals ln Network Battle On Historical Facts Questions, questions everywhere ind not a minute to think! This vas the situation that faced Char- eton Bard, 4A, last Saturday norning when he represented Taft in the High School Aces' program mver WGN at 10 o'clock. Charleton brought fame to Taft ind fortune to himself when he Non first prize, 10 dollars, for emerging victorious over the other Lhree contestants: Edward Kopf of Iones Commercial, winner of sec- Jnd prize, five dollars, Paul Ober- 'euther of Lindblom, third prize, :hree dollars, and Jack Markowitz if Manley, fourth prize, two dol- lars. Questions hurled at him by 'Chuck Acree, master of ceremo- nies, about Indians, Rooseveltis cabinet, and Benjamin Franklin could not stump this whiz of a quiz kid. The questions themselves, pnre- pared by Mr. Hubblard Shattuck of the Chicago Historical society, on Those from the second period which Ta.ft's expert scored cent, were as follows: 1. Who was the famous figure in American history perimented with kites and 2. During what year 100 per- colonial who ex- keys? did the Gold Rush take place? 3. Who are the vanishing Amer- icans? 4. How many persons are in President Franklin D. Roosevelt's cabinet? Rh tlzms, Stories Amuse Lunclzers Rippling rhythms, tall stories, and sketches are a few of the entertain- ments which are being enjoyed by the seventh period lunch students. The purpose of this entertainment is to bring about a more orderly lunchroom and an opportunity to introduce talented Taftites to the students. Those who have partic- ipated are Tom Flynn, Glen Jorian, and Herbert Miller, a brass trio: William Schneider, Robert Passow, Donald Esser, a string triog Win- nie Wahlstrom, cowboy s-ingerg Mr. Kennard Seyller, Taft's tall story tellerg Nancy Gray, vocalist. Grads To Elect O cers, Swing Into Activities The senior class activities go -into full swing during the coming week. Betty Sorenson, James Smith, Don Popek, Eleanore Vana, Norma Light, Allen SJTHDSOUY EVQWH Haas, Bob Schaefer, Dorothy Rees, Russell Niesen, Louise Soper, and Kenneth Roland, representatives of the 4A divisions, are delegated to select thecandidates for the offices nf president, vice president, secre- tary, and treasurer. After the final election of offi- cers the all-important prom com- mittee will be organized and also a number of lesser groups. The seniors have been 'tlooking at the birdie for the past week. The resultant photos will be put in the graduation issue of the Taft Tribune. Mr. Paul Bigler, senior ad- xiser, suggests that everyone read over his card from the photo- grapher and determine early if he wants any prints, how many, and what kind. For quick action on the rings and pins Mr. Bigler instructs every- one to have his order in as soon as possible. The first senior class meeting has yet to take place, but Mr. Big- ler indicates that it will be in the very near future. At this meeting plans will be for- mulated for the various social ac- tivities to take place. These include possibly a dance, a senior break- fast, and, of course, the prom, Mr. Bigler announces that the class dues are 33.50. If after the dues are paid, the individual cost of graduation for each senior comes to less than 53.50, the proper refund will be made to each graduate. Hear ye, hear ye! The judge and the court of Taft high school com- mercial law classes are to be called to order March 14 to try the case of the Jones Manufacturers versus John Doe. Yes, sir, these classes, under the direction of Mr. Max Weinstein, are going to hold actual trials in- volving damage suits, breach of contract, and other contractual ob- ligations which have not been ful- filled and can be taken into a court of law for remedy. These trials will have a defen- dant, plaintiff, judge, attorneys, and all the paraphernalia which goes with a true court case. The basis of each case is brought up in class discussion on various legal points, stated Mr. Weinstein, Legal Rivals Battle in Taft Court and then tried in actual practice. This method of teaching the students generally -impresses more clearly upon them the facts. Members of the seventh period commercial law class who are .to take pa1't in these cases Lire Robert Stone, 4B, jedge g Jean Perry, 4B, legal Eagle for the defendantg Robert Siakel, 4A, mouthpiece for the plaintiff, Helen Uhrik, 4B, scribe Cclerk of the courtly and Warren Heicher, 4B, bailiff. class who will fill the same posi- tions in their respective order are Raymond De Paepe, 4A, Herbert Enck, 4A, Dorothy Rees, 4A, Ge- orge Hanke, 3A, and Edgar Jar- vis, 3A. March 14, Expert Intrigi Slide Rule Fa At First Meet: A representative from a rule company demonstrate theories of the rule ft thi gathering of the proposed Rule club, under the direct Miss Mary Ryan. He show mysteries of multiplication 1 vision, and the simplicity tracting the squar: root li method. Carolyn Rappold, presidf the Pre-Medics club, chos committees, March 4, for tl pose of promoting club ac this semester. Paul Buckl Lenore Green are chairmen program and publicity comr while Jack Firth, Carol Am key, Dan Gojkovich, June 1 Delores Eamp, and Shirley don are committee members Technicolor movies of the west, taken by Miss Maybel ron, will be shown to the m of the Geography club at tl meeting. Art Club Sculptures Sculpturing is the first occupying the time of the A members, most of whom ai in the club this semester. I1 to become a member of the student must now be recoml by his art teacher, or apply Ida Goldfein, sponsor. The French club, sponso' Miss Ella Leudemann, held i meeting of the semester V day March 5. Jack Walters was electet identg Shirley Turne1', vic identg Shirley Ford, secretai meeting opened with the sin La Marseillaise, and ended vi playing of Les Portraits, a game. Business Guild Sees Sl Slides showing business izations at work will be the of the next meeting of t siness Guild. The fiinanciz of the newspapers was di and explained at the clul meeting held in 209 the si riod. The Pan-American group sorerl by Mrs. Hazel Klug, I sind representatives from ' the Central Area PanAmeric ference in Qunicy, Illinois, 29, and to the national con in Akron, Ohio, later this sl The Drama club, at its fir: ing, elected new officers lows: Bob Behr, president: terson, vice-presidentg Mar Caboor, secretary! Joan treasu rer. Members of this 1 eligible to join the Prof Players if they take par school play. Ah 14, 1941 visions Select :an- p Work Drive Booms he addition of the clause, make Taft heaven, to the age, Cleanliness is next to ess, the attitude taken by udents and faculty, as they forth in their annual cam- against dirt, can be fully de- l. 1 division is cooperating with ean-up committee, and their 1ed efforts should make this ' the most productive of all igns. :heir last meeting the com- appointed Ernest Kowalski toward Behm to present to Foster, director of the natio- aan-up campaign, the results fight against dirt at Taft. s the aim of the national ttee to publish a book which all tl1e story of the current ign and contribution of Chi- schools to community im- lent. Projects by Division e of the division representa- .nd their projects are: Nancy n, 305 a. m.-sketches of gar- 'or back yards. Shirlee Jas- l0 a. m.-window boxes, pro- ? home and gardens, Wayne 301 a. ln.-clean-up of divi- oom, gym, and halls John 1, 307 a. m.-clean lockers, s, menu cards. Stanley Lo- 16 a. m.-scrapbook garden- :lean lockers, repair work. IcGovern, 117 p. m.-posters lides for lunchroom. James 201 p. m.-better gardens, inspection, division chart. Jiehaus, 110 a. m.-mural. Warner, 221 a. m.--improve- if underpass and paths lead- it. Dorothy Wieklinski, 217 -clean lockers, division pos- ssays, poems. lisplay on the bulletin board zhart showing the progress ivision 'is making in its pro- Lmrock Shag' Scheduled Monday s for the Shamrock Shag to d Monday in the boys' gym been completely formulated. ing of the dance was a prob- lce there is no clean-up fund lever. ever, the members of the ttee solved this complication ating a small sum of money After the net proceeds of the have been ascertained, their will be refunded. Tophatters will play their performance of the semes- 'heir repertoire will include iitties as Hand Full of and Pompton Turnpike. Taft Tribune Pagg Salaals, ,Wiches Popular Among Lunch Patrons Salads and sandwiches, sand- wiches and salads! That combina- tion would become monotonous were it not for the vivid imagina- tions of the two women who make them in the Taft lunchroom: Mrs. Ida Reading, the salads, and Mrs. Louise Hebel, the sandwiches. Mrs. Reading was a housewife before going to Kelvyn Park 13 years ago. She worked there as a salad helper and then as salad girl for eight years. Next came three years at Wright college and then, when Taft opened, it counted her among the first of its lunchroom force. The salads sell faster than Mrs. Reading can make them, the three most popular being potato salad, fruit salad, and toss up salad. Mrs. Louise Hebel, who also works at the steam table, is re- sponsible for the scrumptious sand- wiches eaten with the salads. Taft is the first school in which she has worked and she thinks it's wonder- ful. But she still wishes the kids would eat more things that are good for them. She received her nickname Ma because she often adv-ises the kids what to eat. She is interested in the welfare of all Taftites and believes that the wholesome food served in the lunch room certainly ought to do the trick. Mrs. Hebel prepares 120 to 140 sandwiches a day, making a tray of 20 :in 10 minutes. We try to have a variety, says Mrs. Hebel, so we make about three or four kinds a day. Ham salad is the most popular, but now we have a new kind, egg salad and ham salad combined. Chief Clu hwomen Left to right: Eleanor Vana, pfresidentg Amelia Tyndorf, secre- taryg Henrietta Kritikson, vice president, and Elaine Anderson, treasurer, as they appeared taking their offices in the senior girls' club at the St. Patrick's Day Party held last Wednesday at the Norwood Park fieldhouse. Senzbr Girls Hold Shamrock Social A Saint Patrick's Day theme was carried out in the games and re- freshments' at last Wednesday's meeting of the Senior Girls' club. Shir Lee Turner provided the girls with a hilarious afternoon playing such games as Kissing the while Rita Win- Blarney Stone kates, 4A, gave a talk on the origin of St. Patrick's Day. Future plans for the club's meet- ings and special events 'include a Mother and Daughter tea, a pic- nic, and a domestic science dem- onstration. Several speakers will be featured on future programs. Crew of Eight Mimeographs Reams In the midst of the clicking hum of typewriters in room 203, a staff of 4A girls: Dorthea Daniels, Lor- raine Duback, LaVerne Gutzman, Kathrene Novak, Marion Opfer, Margaret Peterson, Phyllis Pokor- ny, and Irene Wiedow may be found during the second, fourth, and ninth periods working indus- t1'iously with the mimeograph ina- chine. The mimeograph department, a part of the commercial department, is under the direction of Mrs. Rose Hershenhouse, who had hoped that the Secretarial club would be able to handle the mimeographing. . Because it was impossible, how- ever, to arrange for the use of room 203 for any period during the day for this purpose, the work is done by the most advanced pupils in Mrs. Hershenhouse's transcrip- tion classes. These girls receive service points or belong to the N. Y. A. This is a very valuable experi- ence because in a great many busi- ness offices :it is important to know how to handle the mimeograph ma- chine, which is one of the most ef- ficient and rapid means of dupli- cating copy. The work comes from practically all the departments in the school and includes outlines, guide sheetf, and examinations. The mimeographic 'crew' at- tempts to give prompt and efficient service Creative Art Studes To Exhibit Projects In Arts Convention Bracelets of colored wooden beads, statuettes, and babushkas, which are being made by art stu- dents of Miss Alice Brady, Miss Sally Unseth, and Mrs. Ida Goldfein, are to be exhibited at the Western Arts association convention at the Stevens hotel March 19 to 21. All Chicago high schools contri- bute art projects to this exhibition and everyone is welcome to view the work of young Chicago art stu- dents. One theme of the convention will be Latin America. A luncheon will be served in Pan-American style. During convention week art teachers from out of town will visit the various high schools of the city where art classes are having spe- cial displays in the Latin-American trend, with posters of Mexican and South American senores and senor- itas covering the walls. Other highlights of the program will be various tours, a ship's party and a banquet, Fiesta Pan Ameri- cana, with entertainment. Talks on design training, flower arrangements, and twentieth cen- tury trends in furniture and fur- nishings will also be given. Last year's projects were ex- hibited on a tour through Cuba and Panama by Miss Elizabeth Wells Robertson, Chicago art supervisor. A similar tour is being planned this year to show Cuban and Pan- ama high school students what stu- dents of the United States accom- plish in their art classes. Page 20 Taft Tribune Margh 14, Challenge to merica In the past few months America. has opened its homes and hearts to some two or three thousand little English refugees. An enormous amount of publicity and general fanfare has lauded these children. Books and magazines have presented articles on the contrast between these English children and their American contemporaries. In these articles, most frequent mention is made of their speech. In this, there is a marked absence of slang and an extreme proficiency in the use of longer, more intelligent words. Is this a challenge to American students? United States has the best of educational systems of this or any other age. Certainly our English teachers are not responsible for this slanguage. It is stated in our Constitution that all United States citizens are to have freedom of speech. What poor adaptation we make of this privilege! Better Late Than Never Have you ever been late to one of your classes and dolefully heard your ex-favorite teacher pronounce your sentence of two encores just Lecause you didn't have a certain slip of paper with a few choice written words to excuse you? And it always happens on the very day you simply must hurry home to fix your hair for that special date, or perhaps the family bus needs polishing to impress the newest, top glamor girl on your list parade. Some wise old owl once said, It's better to be late than never to come at all And he wasn't hooting up the wrong tree. Has everyone forgotten this? However, we do not mean we're in favor of habitual tardiness, but pity the infrequent offender. Noi matter whose side you consider it from, tlmis reallylis the answer to the situation. If all tfe students who are one or two minutes late would cut the class, the teacher would have a poor attendance record. More- over, this poor student would be spending the greater percentage of his or her precious leisure time for the next week or so in a dark, dreary study hall. 4 0 Last Easter's bonnets were obviously influenced by Gone With the Wind, but this spring's headgear, borrowing fits designs from conscriptee boyfriends, is definitely 'tgone with the draft. 0 Speaking of hats, isn't it queer how we advance from babyhood and our three cornered wardrobe to high school age and our three cornered ba- bushkas? 0 And still on cranium ground here's a headline : use your head for something besides the object on which to tap wood. 0 The pen is mightier than the sword, but erasers make poor sub- stitutes for adhesive tape. 0 Experience keeps a dear school, but fools will learn in no other. No wonder war is expensive. 0 A dictionary defines pie as an article of food usually baked. Some crust! 0 March 16 to 22 is observed throughout Chicago as Art week, but Taft fems, showing civic pnide and proving that every gal is an artist, change their paint jobs every study period. Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism 'Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinois MR. L. A. HOEFER, Principal MR. LEONARD TEUSCHER, Assistant Principal Editor-in-chief: Ruthjayne Aeberly, Assistant editor: Jean Bostwick. News: Cyrilla Matusek, heady Pat Dolan, Warren Erickson, Nancy Gray, Jean Kofoed, Robert Kofoed, John Magnus, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon. Features: Jeanette Granberg, Lenore Green, Mary Martorana. June Pemble, Winifred Pufunt, Dolores Schmall, Charlotte Smith, Eleanor Vana. Make-up: Charleton Bard, William Bessemer, Harriet Myers, Lorraine Risavy, Alan Sampson, Jack Sampson. Typists: Virginia Hunt, Lorraine Mazzoni, Irene Wiedow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr. Paul W. Blgler. Taft Connoisseurs Cherish Brunettes in Recent Quiz Poll By June Pemble From the answers to today's in- quiring reporter question, Would you prefer to date a blonde, bru- nette, or redhead? it may be de- duced that either there are no gentlemen at Taft or gentlemen do not prefer blondes. Your reporter, loyal to Taft and a blonde, hopes neither is true. Richard Krause, 1A, declared redheads are for himg they have more fire. Robert Kolpek, IA, prefers blondes because they lead a long chase. John Lobodzinski, 4A, likes them allg he doesn't date for the hair, but for what's under it. James Jakobsen, 1B, is partial to b1'unettes for the simple reason that his girl is brunette. Jack Firth, 4A, sticks to the old adage that gentlemen prefer blondes. , Tsk, Tsk, Elmer! Elmer Nelson, 1B, finds bru- nettes have pretty brown eyesg his vote land eyesb are cast in their direction. ' Raymond Willie, lA, directs his attention towards blondes because he can outrun them. Bernard Otolski, 2A, likes girls, girls, and more girlsg since there are more brunettes in his estima- tion, that's where his interests lie. Dan Schneider, IB, will stick to redheads because they are usually better lookingg anyway Joy Bea- verduck of Smilin' Jack is. Betram Anderson, IB, will take brunettes any day because he thinks redheads are cross and touchy. Buster Russell, 1B, thinks bru- nettes make good drummers. Ralph Gendiellee, IB, likes blondes because they usually come good-looking. A Sight for Sore Eyes! Richard Rick, IA, likes blondish redheads because the color soothes his sensitive eyes. Gerhard Figge, 1B, thinks blondes are more pleasant. Richard Mihalek, 1B, states his preference for brunettes because his sister is brunette. Oliver Todd, 2A, is compelled to say brunettes because his brunette. Robert Ginger, 2A, shows a little girl is purtiality to blondes, but stated, They all look the same in the dark. Jim Kiinn. 2A, replied in answer to today's question, Brunettes have more class. Jimmy Kall, 4A, Bill Anders, 3A, and Edward Lewandowski, 2A, all believe that blondes are more at- tractive-Jimmy because he him- self is a blond. l Out ofMyHe By Jean Bostwick When Irish eyes begin ti and Irish hearts begin to when banshees flit before 2 ing March wind and all go of Erin put on their best n for the little men , sure ai ye know St. Patrick's Day around the corner. The legend goes back mai dred a year ago, when E pulled a better snake charm than Ringling Brothers wi see. He spoke a few magic and the snakes vacated Kilf lakes and hills, and furtl they've never come back. The Irish have contrib wealth of material to the folkl.re with their tales rechauns and hanshees, not tion Irish potatoes Cbetter as niurphys D, Irish tenor stews, and of course the ve bol of St. Patrick's Day, th rock. Banshees Haunt Facv When the members of t' faculty don the green -in h St. Patrick, no truer son will be found than Mr. Mooney, administrative aic will spend the day evading ' shees. Usually everyone is : ing to stay out of Mr. lN clutches, but confidentiallg like to see one banshee hos his chimney with an encore Mrs. Esther 0'Connell ai Catherine Dempsey, workii unit, declare that St. Patric is their favorite holiday earnestly believe that tht come to visit all very goo men. Miss Catherine Kelly re with a sly wink and a bro. grin, Faith now, and wha suppose I'd be thinkin' of rick's Day? Sure and I ought to be a national holix St. Pat Feted For A l Miss lvl:-ury Keech views ject in the same light as Mi but elaborated a little by that her father's birthd March 17. Miss Grace McCue likes ties and social gatherings Patrick's Day always brin, added. Do you know I ne' ized there were so many there seem to be wear green on St. Patrick's Da lVlrs. Vera McConville l holiday because it's a great the Irish. Now all you Irish lads an' Don't forget to don the gre And for the little leprechz Don't forget a dish of creai The little men'll be a prow All the fai1'ies'll be about And a banshee will get yo lf you don't watch out. fn 't Look Now Dog House: ise of the unforeseen out- f the Wash Bowl game and neworn custom of betting, :hur Mooney, faculty, stands collect many varied and e bets. vanquished betters are Bob er, Dick Oberg, Tom Wright, e Wahlstrom, Bob Holiday, nd Leroy Moore, 2A. variety of payments include cream sandwiches, two yet paid. Needless to say, Mr. ' did not eat them ally he sd himself to many little with his gifts. Eleanor Mueller, faculty, sists the teachers had the fixed. 1 Bobby Dale, 3A, was asked ad happened to his library e replied, I used to have t I expired. :ht Likers: ' ld Leutz, 4A, complains of :eeing his name in the Taft Well, here it is Don. Cunningham, February, '41 Le, recently started an un- te day at the Irving Park th the intention of compet- a swimming meet, which er won by a forfeit. Still 5 exercise, he practiced rid- horse and somehow tore its. Not caring about this t he ventured into a boxing ind received a cut lip. Tom im the gym apparatus and .ed his unfortunate day by g his arm. He is now re- ing. bw: someone please give Charle- td, 4A, a soap box and the us G'El.l'lTlllffS so that he can in peace. Padgitt, 4A, swears by his eceipe: Three cups of sugar, of milk, 2 lumps of chocolate, I of Karo Syrup, a dash of little vanilla, and a lot of sms as though the boys at 'e practicing for when the I the Isle of M-ists get them. haefer, 4A, passes his time tea biscuits, while Leon- ver, 213, carries a girl's dress with him. What next? ning Around: Winton, 4A, almost escaped ie lunchroom with a fork, friends turned on him and forced to admit his guilt. receiving a few encores for ite to class, Daniel Schnei- was heard saying, I must -I might be late for my en- it rouge or was it his color that covered Paul face when he fell up the h 14, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 21 FaCU1tY in Hof SPN The Bo of the Month As Stucles Advocate 'Information Please' Calling All Brain-Trustees I would like to suggest for an assembly progrm, a quiz program in which a group of Taft teachers would be questioned as experts The questions, relating to any sub- ject taught in school or to current events, could be submitted by the students. These questions would first be considered by a committee before being used in the quiz. Any question which beat the experts might win for its sender a free copy of the Taft Tribune or some other activity ticket. Eileen Anderson, 4A Slowing Down: Why not have an A.B.C. fAlways Be Carefull club at Taft? All stu- dents, especially those who drive cars could be el-igible. Membership cards or windshield stickers could be given out. I feel this plan would help promote safe, sane driving. Polly Garten, 3A In Defense of Swing The older generation often crit- icizes our rather uncivilized ver- sion of the popular pastime known as ballroom dancing . This is a situation which is easier spoken of than remedied. How can we do otherwise with such inspirational melodies as Stomping Room Only , and Jumpin' Jive to lead us on? Can you picture yourself demur- ely minueting to such soleid sending as this? If you have ever observed a group of oldsters really getting in the groove at a barn dance, We ain't got nothin' on them. Our conduct is merely keeping up with the trend of music. Dance-Minded stairs with his arms full of books in front of a flock of girls? Irene Vettes, 4A, thinks a simple expression for seething mass of humanity is Tarzan. Betty Ann MacMillan as the pri- vate secretary of Senator Wheeler, alias Jack Sampson, dedicated a musical telegram to Senator Lucas, alias Amelia Tyndorf, in Mr. Os- bon's fifth period civics class Inst Friday. Here and There: What's so different from Here and There? They ask me, you ask me, indeed I care. Everything's different, do you want to know? Here we have rain: There we had snow. Here I rlide busses, do you think that's fun? There I rode bronks, and could they run! Here at Taft I learn: can I reach my star? Yes, with daily homework, the goal's not far. Evelyn Justinen, 2A. Principal L. A. Hoefer and Ye Olde Saint Patrick join forces in naming Stanley Lo- gan, 3A, the Boy of the Month for March. All Taftites are well ac- quainted with Stanley, whose outstanding drumming has placed him in the first divi- sion of the National contest in which, in Stanley's words, People are rated outright, but are grouped into what- ever division they might 'drum' their way into. This contest is held in a different city each year, and last May Stanley traveled to Battle Creek, Mich-igan, to compete with about 60 others. According to Mr. John Ra- pier, director of the orches- tra, at this competition last spring Stanley received the highest musical honors ac- corded a student in this country. Stanley Logan For the last two years Stanley has been applying some of his musical knowledge to playing the piano, but claims nothing can surpass drumming. Mr. Rapier asserts, Stanley is a splendidly balanced lad and has artistic ability without the personality flaws that usually accompany it. Being a junior assistant scout master, he spent some time at a scout camp last summer in Michigan to help keep the troop in order. Interested in photography as well as drumming, Stanley produced unique pictures for the hobby show sponsored by the Honor society last SBII1eSt6I'. He found the inspiring scenes of Yellowstone Park, which he visited last summer with his parents, great material for his steadily-increasing photography scrapbook. Stanley has a small laboratory at home where he unravels the myste- ries of chemistry for his own satisfaction, for he expects to go into chemical research at the University of Illinois upon gr-aduatifn. Tribune Presents M rs. Lascher Between keeping the study halls in order and setting her English cla.sses in the pursuit of knowledge, Mrs. Chrissie Lascher, Taft's teacher of the month, is continually kept on her toes. Mrs. Lascher, a graduate of Carroll college, has always taught English with a bit of orchestra, band, and glee club coaching tossed in on the side. She claims her hobbies are purely Scotch: proper diction, automobile license numbers, and people. One of her favorite pastimes is following strangers through large stores. It always amuses me, she said, to see just what other people are interested in. Her one serious hobby is her home. The Laschers have recently purchased a new house, and, with the help of Miss Irma Grosser, biology teacher, Mrs. Lascher expects to perfect ' a garden in her back yard this spring. When queried as to her pet peeves, Mrs. Lascher laughed and replied, 'Tm in a dandy mood today and so have no particular pet peevef' How- ever, she continued, the use of the word 'swell' and the chewing of gum are two things which always annoy me. Mrs. Lascher is constantly surprising her classes with excerpts from her 1ife's history. Ever since I was a tiny girl I wanted to be a teacher, she revealed, with the exception of one romantic notion I had during the World War of becoming a Red Cross nurse. I soon changed my mind, however, when I pictured myself looking at the moon through an armful of bandages. Because of innumerable trips she mustumake to the study halls, Mrs. Lascher said her prize 'possession is now her strong legs.- Page 22 Is l3 Unluck ? ot To These Busy Managers Not under 40 members for the Trib's last issue are: Marion Pittatsis, 3A, 108 a. m., Seyllerg Jean Siegler, 3B, 110 a. m., Hansen: Bill Bolek, 4A, 203 a. m., Hershenhouseg Betty Ann Mac- Millan, 4A, 206 a. m., L. Perry, Olive Horst, 3A, 211 a. m., Kiley: Eleanor Vana, 4A, 214 a. m., Carle- tong Lois Swanson, 3A, 217 a. m., Lewis: Gertrude Billings, 3B, 306 a. m., Finkg Ruth Richmond, 2A, 308 a. m., McConvilleg Millicent Sa- dlier, 3A, 316 a. m., Grosserg Ruth Wahlberg, 4B, 321 a. m., Halver- son, Anna Mae MacDonald, 2B, 301 p. m., Linog Marilyn Eilinger, 1B, 307 a. rn., Kelly. Mr. Fogli, Engineer, Asks That 'Studes' Help Save Lawns Dear Students: With spring just around the cor- ner, the faculty, engineering staff, and W. P. A. would appreciate the cooperation of the student body in helping to grow grass in order that Taft be a show place. Students can help by refraining from walking across the lawns and trampling on the soft ground. We would like all students to work as a unit for Taft's summer lawn. Thomas Foglfi, Twenty-Two Taftites Enter Essay Contest Entered in American Legion Auxiliary 541's essay contest on national defense, Selective Service -It's Effect on Youth, are the following juniors and seniors: Stanley Logan, Frank Diedrich. Walter Borg, Bruce McDowell, Nan- cy Grey, Lois Johnson, Stephen Kruty, Sylvia Edman, William Stephen, Marie Kriesler, Sophie Ann Bucher, Virginia Buckley, Henrietta Kritikson, Marian Neu- mayer, Louise Erickson, Eleanor Redden, Patricia Ellerman, Bar- bara Alitis, Eleanor Kralik, Char- lene Matousek, Charlotte Anderson, Fred Parks. COMING l - FREE I Deanna Durbin and Adolphe Meniou 100 Men and A Girl March l9 Periods 2 G 3. 9 6 10 I Visual Education membership card will Taft Tribune Afternoon Stor Hard Times ll- By Charlotte Smith Chapter I. Henry! Put down that paper and drink your orange juice. Remem- ber, you have a train to make, said Mrs. Sargent. Humph, what-what did you say? Juice? Ah, yes, was the reply Henry, what is the matter? Why, you're as grumpy as a bear this morning. Mrs. Sargent gave her husband a sweet but question- ing smile. It was unusual for Henry to be so-well, so gruff, and then nose in the paper. She bury his knew full well he wasn't reading it. He answered now, Nothing, Mary, nothing at all. There was a slight pause. Yes, Mary, yes, there is something wrong and I be- lieve you and the children should know about it. What is lit, Dad? I'll be glad to help, replied Bill. Bill was the youngest of the two Sargent chil- dren and was always eager to help someone in trouble. Well, Bill, I think you can all help if you will. We'll have to cut down our expenses, but first let me explain. A few weeks ago I went into a deal with J. P. Rogers. You don't know him, and I didn't either. That's how I got stungg I mean th2t's why I lost so much money. Oh, Henry, dear, how much did you lose? asked Mrs. Sargent ex- citedly. The cheerful breakfast room suddenly blackened at the thought of impending disaster. The amount isn't important, but the fact that it was enough to make us have to give up many things we've been used to having is im- portant. You see, I must pay back the debt I have incurred. You all think it over and in the meantime, I've got to get down to my office or we won't have any money at all. He rose from the table and he and Mrs. Sargent walked out of the room. Now, Henry, you mustn't worry. We'll make out all right. B-ill, I'm going to get a job. This was the spoken. She thought until left the room. You work? Bill laughed. Then seriously, For gosh sakes, Carol, if you want to help, please think of something sensible, something that will really be a help. She ignored him, of course, because little brothers were so stupid. Well, Bill, I'm going to do some- thing, I know that. I'll tell you what you can do. You can stay home here and help mother 'cause we're gonna have to get rid of Martha, answered Bill. Get rid of Martha! Oh, Bill, no! That'll be awful. Mother can cook, but not like Martha, and I don't first time Carol had had been deep in the time her father know anything about cleaning. Carol had become panicky. She thought of having to give up Mar- tha--Martha who had always been with them ever since she could re- member. Why the idea of doing without her was unthinkable. Yep, but you can learn, sug- gested Bill with a shrug. Well, here's where I get back at him, thought Carol. Then aloud, Well, you'll have to learn to walk, too, so there! Hum? What'a ya' mean? he questioned. We'l1 have to give up the car, too. And with this she stuck her nose in the air alld sauntered out of the room. Realization finally crept up on Bill. He turned toward the door through which his sister had just disappeared. Hey! Gosh! Gee! But I need the car. What'll Kay say when we have to walk Saturl day? Oh gosh! He flopped into a chair with a painful look on his face. He glanced at his watch. Had to be at school soon. Slowly, he rose from his chair and, with drooping head and shoulders, slumped out of the breakfast room. As Carol reached the top stairs, she saw her mother of the sitting at the desk in her room busily figuring with pencil and paper. Mom , she said softly, What are you doing? Oh, Carol, her mother said, look- ing up. Come in, dear, I want to talk to you. I've been figuring just how we can cut down. First we'll have to let Martha go. I hate to do it, but we must. You and I will have to give up those new spring outfits, and your brother will have to do without the car, and his allowance will have to be cut, and . Whoa! Don't you think you've cut down enough?' said Carol, won- dering if her mother wasn't enjoy- ing this cutting of expenses a little more than was necessary. Yes, laughed Mrs. Sargent, perhaps I have. But, well, I think if we all cooperate, it will work out nicely. I hate to let Martha go, but Mrs. White will be glad to have her. She always liked Martha's work. With this, Mrs. Sargent left the room and found her way down- stairs. She was actually enjoying this. She was surprised at herself. Why should she enjoy giving up things she had never done without? Perhaps the idea of having to do without things opened up a new and exciting chapter in her life. Yes, that was it. She stopped suddenly at the door to the kitchen. This was the only part she didn't like, having to let Martha go. Ah, well, it had to be March 14, A viation, mg Books of Inter To Male Elen By Louise Soper Of special interest to boys be Our Airmen by Crul Newton, which tells the s aviation from the point of the men who fly the ships. information about the mode of airplanes and many int accounts of famous flights cluded. A fast moving adventui by a deep-sea diver wh- photographer for the mot ture companies is Dange1 Business. John D. Craig, had as many thrilling exp under-sea as Frank Buck in the jungle, tells many ing tales of his work and der sea. Students who cal Schurz may remember heard him lecture there. Mention' of the jungle b mind two new books, I Africa, the adventures of man who was there, Allen and Adventures in the Jungles by Carl Akely, a. mous explorer and scientis Housemaster by John l of the complications whic when three pretty your come to visit a relative beadmaster of an English , done. She pushed open 1 and stepped into the kitch Bill walked slowly to scl morning. The idea of h take Kay to the dance on was awful. ,G0sh, what W4 think? Well, what did he c Kay thought? She was t to expect too much from ' anyway. Yeah, he said he kicked a tin can, I'm her, that's what. He beg tling. Maybe doing withou wasn't so bad after all. H Kay a lesson. He was so Dad had lost that money. Carol sat on the bed lc the papers her mother l figuring on. She would have had that new outfit. would have liked it on her, he liked her old green d He said -it looked swell blond hair. She stood up over to the dresser, and ca miring glance at hersell glass. She didn't need a 11 to look nice. Wayne sai+ ways looked swell and b- she really needed a dre: make it herself. She SII the mirror and went dow QTo be continued Next issue: Martha giv expected reply when Mrs breaks the news while I Kay to the dance. 1 14, 1941 Taft Tribune y T alee M atb? thematician Is 2 0 Position ly Shirley Wheldon s once said, A person who in mathematics at college is rithout a job. Now if you in-ing to study math at col- u can understand what an ge a foundation of high nath can be, although it is er a required subject. unskilled jobs do not re- iathematics, but those pay Nest wages. The skilled such as mechanics tool and carpentry, all require d accuracy in math. is used in all types of en- g such as mechanical, civil ingj, electrical, agricultu- io, and chemical. that sail the sea, stop and s controlling traffic, planes ' the air, bells regulating as periods at Taft, tunnels under the earth -- all are by mathematics. zthematical Warfare rmy and navy use math in up guns and in firing them. dier who has learned the :ntals of mathematics is head of the one who has this training. ommercial courses such as ping and .accounting are nmensely by the study of Jomemaker makes use of , marketing, as in compar- .t quantity of food to buy, J -in making and using a ve Supreme Motives 1eral, the best reasons for I mathematics may be list- llows: e math student learns to ogicallyg he discovers tech- ior and attains confidence king problems and think- 1 through to a logical con- prepares for a vocation: areers depend largely on Ltics. is prepared for college en- math is universally re- or college entrance fwith ption of the Chicago junior understands better and ap- our environment: to idying geometry a bridge merely something to cross ometric masterpiece. not only has fun taking md geometry, but also he feeling of accomplishment working out problems to ish. 2 student seeking motives Ying math, Mr. Arthur C. administrative aide and teacher, presents this What Qualities of Character Do You Consider Necessary in the Ideal Taftite Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 200 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets Cto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsl: the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the April 18 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, March 28. 1 40 February Grads Attend Schoolsg 61 Secure Employment Accord-ing to statistics taken one month after graduation concerning the status of the 144 February grad- uates from Taft, 40 are attending school, 61 are working, and nine are either leaving town or are not interested in working. The remain- ing have not yet been contacted. Among boys in the graduating class 33 percent are attending school and 53 percent are working. Twenty-five percent of the girls are attending school and 37 percent are working. The fact that jobs have been more plentiful for boys than girls accounts for the large number of girls whose status is not known. The schools assuming most of the graduates are Wright Junior college, Armour institute, Maine Township, Northwestern, Lake For- est, Moser, Bryant and Stratton, and Washburne tpost graduatesb. Most of the graduates now em- ployed found jobs with banks, tele- phone, insurance, and mail order companies. Of the 61 who are working, 24 obtained their jobs through the Taft placement service under the direction of Mrs. Mary Farrell. Most of the remainder secured the jobs through their own efforts or those of their families and friends. Yesterday Mrs. Farrell had the unique experience of having to turn back one job because she had no jobless boy to place. Wednesday she addressed a group of women in Park Ridge, explain- ing the operation of the placement service at Taft. Mathematics is a study of ever- lasting values in which he who pursues the study becomes more conscious of the omnipotent power who has created such a perfect mathematical universe, and it forces one to realize the power of man, for he is the only living crea- ture who can even feebly penetrate this great mathematical puzzle. Screwballs, Sure Strikes, Alley Rats, Gordonettes Bowll The boys' bowling teams are closely Ubunched up for first place. The Screwballs and the Sure Strikes are tied with 24 games won and 23 lost. The Ten Pins won 22 and lost 25 for third place. The Appleheads took fourth place win- ning 21 and losing 25, while the Ramblers seized fifth place with 20 won and 27 lost, The tournament has been so spir- itedly fought that only four games separate first place from fifth place. Last week two boys bowled over 500 in a series. They are War- ren Nordby with 517, and Alan Hoff with 507. Bill Leighton Scores 215 Three also made high -individual games over 200: Bill Leighton, 215g Ken Van Voorhees, 2103 Tom Reinhold, 213. There are two more weeks to play before the two win- ning teams will begin playing teams from other schools. In the girls' Wednesday bowling league the Alley Rats are still in front having won 26 and lost 21 games, and the Blitzkriegers are second with 22 games won and 25 lost. The Pin Dodgers are now third with 21 games won and 26 lost. Norma Tess High Individually With 446 Norma Tess is highest in in- dividual three games, with her score of 446. Mary Ann Jakobson holds second place with 407. Norma is also high in single games with 191, Dorothy Milicevich taking second place with 177. The Gordonettes are now ahead in the girls Thursday league with 27 games won and 20 lost. The Gutter Gals trail a close second with 23 games won and 24 lost, wh-ile the Rolling Four are third, having won 21 and lost 26 games. First place in high single games is held by Lois Clineman with 205 and second by June Lowry with 153 Page 23 ill Bessemer Receives Award For 'Character' I Bill Bessemer, journalism 1 stu- dent, will receive the first prize, one dollar in activity tickets, for his answer to the question, Who is the most unforgettable character you have ever met? published in the February 14 issue. The judges, Miss Janice Fink and Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff, have awarded the second prize, 50 cents in activity tickets, to Janeva Weichman, English 3 student of Miss Martha Hinkel, and the third prize to Pauline Tharaldsen, Eng- lish 4 student of Miss Mabel Ber- quist. Bil1's answer appears below: The Most Unforgettable Char- acter I Have Ever Met It was my first day in high school. When the office clerk hand- ed me my program card, the first thing I saw was Period 1-Gene- ral Science-Marion A. Hogate. Marion, I thought. I wanted a male teacher for science. She's probably some old crow with no sense of humor. I was, as most freshmen are, un- familiar with the school and was late for that first period. As I ap- proached the room, I fumbled for an excuse. Imagine my surprise when I found Marion A. Hogate, UAH for Alphonseh a big, husky, jolly, young man. I stammered for an excuse, but he was so busy he didn't even notice me. Here was a character. He dis- cussed world affairs, sports, autos, and his home town, Peoria. He made learning a pleasure by treat- ing us as his equals. In school he conducted classes in general science. Out of school he taught me plenty. This man real- ly let his hair down. A big over- grown boy, he drove a '35 V-8 con- vertible, helped the fellows tinker with their jallopies, and best of all, took us fishing. Yes, hard to believe, but he did! In the summer he was a life guard at the local swimming pool. One Sunday afternoon I climbed into a well to make some minor repairs on an electric pump. The well was filled with deadly black damp and methane gas, and I was overcome. When I was finally pulled out, 240 pounds of Mr. Ho- gate worked on me for 45 minutes, applying artificial respiration. I was almost given up for dead, but Mr. Hogate continued work even after the undertaker had ar- rived. To this man I owe my life and some of the best times I have ever had. He educated me not only in general science, but in practical knowledge. He was the most truly alive and intense character I have ever known. Page 424 In the Boys, Locker Room --- By Jack Sampson -- The Taft senior basketball team won their last league game of the season and one of their most per- fectly executed contests when they beat Schurz 38 to 25. The Schurz team not only enjoyed an advantage in height, but also one in experience and numbers. The Eagles held the lead through- out the game. Only once or twice did the Bull dogs manage temporarily to shake off the collar of pressure applied by Taft. Eagles Take Lead Early The Eagles flew away to an ear- ly lead of 12 to 2 in the first quar- ter. Jack Scanlon missed his big chance of topping the Taft scoring mark of 18 points, which was established last year, when he missed three free shots and had to be contented with tying the record, a feat which he has already ac- complished once before. The juniors lost their end of the bill to a very strong Schurz junior team. The seniors finished with a small but impressive list of vic- tories. They were in a tight game with Von Steuben and an upset over Roosevelt as well as the upset over Schurz. The juniors did not fare so well because of losses in their member- ship. It can be remembered that along with the graduation of Royal Peterson, the juniors also lost Jack Scanlon and Bob Frankenburg to the seniors. Following are the season totals for the juniors and seniors. Seniors Scanlon: 3, 12, 14, 6, 18, 18-71. Corcoran: 2, 4, 11, 5, 8, 2, 3, 6, 4--45. Frankenberg: 1, 5, 1, 2, 3, 1-13. Hood: 5-5. Larson: 4, 3-7. Parks: 1, 8, 6, 4, 6, 3, 8-36. Macosky: 4, 1, 4, 5, 7, 5, 2, 1, 10- 39. Soderholm: 6-6. Lobboz 1, 2-3. Holiday: 1, 3-4. Paulishz 2, 3-5. Dura: 3, 8, 4, 8, 7, 3, 4, 5-42. Latowski: 2-2. Juniors Parker: 11, 1, 5, 5, 2, 5, 4, 5, 3-41. Smith: 3, 1, 10-14. Monmich: 3, 3, 6, 1, 3, 3, 4, 2, 6-21. Bujewski: 1, 3, 5, 2, 1, 2, 7-21. Craig: 8, 3, 10, 5 ,4, 6, 12, 3, 4, 9- 64. Groll: 4, 5, 2, 1, 1-13. Quinn: 1, 1, 1-3. Peterson: 7, 2, 11, 3, 5-28. Whittier: 2-2. Basak: 1-1. Taft Tribune Senior Tankers Win Three Meets The Taft senior swimming team started its season off with a pro- verbial bang Monday and sank the Senn senior tankers in a splash of glory. The Taft team, stronger than it has ever been :in its history, found no great difficulty in sub- merging the Senn swimmers. Taft took first places in all events, the final score being 41 to 23 in favor of Taft. In the 40-yard swim, Alan Samp- son took first place with a winning time of 20.6 seconds. Earl Melligin, a newcomer to the Taft lineup, took second with 22.2 seconds. Following su-it, Richard Fell took first honors in the 100-yard breast- a time of 1:24.4. Ger- stroke with ard Weber came in third. Milner Wins Backstroke In the 100-yard back, Leroy Mil- ner captured first place with a time of 1:15.0 for that event. Swimming the 200-yard free, Walter Lahey -coasted easily to victory in 2:36.2 minutes. The 100-yard free style was taken by Jack Sampson with a time of 1:1 with John Peterson coming in a close third. Diving was not a scheduled part of the meet. Exhibitions, however, were given by Don Clark and Paul Pederson of the junior division and a very excellent diver from Senn. When the medley had been swum, Taft again came out victori- ous with Milner, Fell, and A. Samp- son swimming backstroke, breast- stroke and crawl respectively. Relayers Score Final Points The four-man 160-yard relay composed of Bob Kofoed, George Hopper, Earl Melligan, and John Peterson humbled the Senn tankers as a final end to the first home meet of the season. The juniors did not fare so well. They lost by a score of 34 to 23 in favor of the Senn juniors. Richard Norlie took first place in the 40- yard crawl with a time of 21.3 and another first, as is his custom, in the 40-yard back. The time was 26.5 seconds. Frank Bostwick lost a close race in the 100-yard free, soming in sec- ond. In the 40-yard breast, Paul Pederson came in second. The medley was slightly defeated by the Senn tankers. Taft's entry consisted of Compier, P. Pederson and Clark. The four-man relay was also lost, Bostwick, Read, Schalk, and Flannigan swimming. The Taft swimming team, in ac- cordance with its victory march, defeated the Loyola tankers to the tune of 39 to 30 in the Loyola pool last Thursday. Overcome Pool Handicap Despite swimming under the ad- verse conditions of a strange pool and different rulings, Taft came through with all its usual honors. The Taft junior and senior teams were combined to conform with the Loyola lineup. This gave Taft a very evenly balanced team. Loyola, however, did excel in diving, in which the Eagles were not pre- pared. Taft took first in every event except the 4-man relay and the 100- the yard crawl. In many cases Eagles took both first, second, and third places in the same event. The meet gave the Taft boys a chance to win in a 50-yard pool before the coming city meet in a pool of that length. Taft Submerges Roosevelt Taft avenged itself of the defeat suffered last season at the hands of the Roosevelt tankers by out- swimming a strong Roosevelt team. The senior lineup for the Roose- velt meet was as follows: 50-yard crawl, Alan Sampson, William Lin- genfelder: 100-yard back, Milner: 100-yard breast, Fell, Weber: 100- yard crawl, Jack Sampson, John Peterson: 200-yard free, Lahey: medley, Milner, Fell, A. Sampson: relay, Kofoed, Hopper, Milligan, Wrencher. , The junior lineup was as follows: 50-yard free, Norlie: 50-yard back, Norlie: 50-yard breast, Pederson: 100-yard crawl, Bostwick: medley, Donipier, P. Peterson, Clark: relay, Schalk, Clark, Read, Bostwick. Baseball Begins, Boys Wanted! Beginning next Thursday base- ball practice wrill take place daily in the park, weather permitting, and in the boys' gym otherwise from 2:30 p. m. on. The team can still make use of additional members who should re- port to Coach Harry Miller imme- diately if interested. Boys with late programs may report after their school day. - Practice games scheduled daily for the week of Apnil 14 will be played in the following order: Wells and Tuley here: Farragut, Harrison, and Wells at the oppo- nents' schools. The first five league games are scheduled as follows: April 16, Von Steuben here: April 18, Taft at Schurz: April 21, Roosevelt here: April 23, Waller here: April 25, Taft at Amundsen. FOUND: Gold monogram ring on Northwest highway bus. For further information see Lorraine Mazzoni, div. 219, or apply at Trib office. March 14 In the Girl Locker Ri ....-- By Put Dolan - Today is the last chanc the G. A. A. this semest membership drive closes so put on full speed ahea gym office before it's too The G. A. A. frosh part be postponed, but don't bw aged, chillun': they'll hai The party will break in week, but watch the gyn hoard for the exact time. With the help of Jean 4A, the life saving class ing merrily. All member class should be regular i ance because 15 hours of p required toward the R- award. Helen Uhrik, the G. A. . ing secretary, -is in the o and sixth periods to rect A. points. Toward the ei semester she'll also be the period. Racquet Clubs Swing The Racquet clubs, und pervision of Miss Donna are now in full swing. 'I elected officers of the ter -club are Elaine Passow, 1 Betty Neiman, vice-presi line Dexter, secretary. The eighth period clt Phyllis Baur, president: Ward, vice-president: Larocco, secretary: June tendance secretary. Here's an opportunity energetic individuals W ping pong -is too tame. necessary to be a whiz at to join one of these clubs. many beginners along nprosbx Ed. note: If anyone la nis racquet, remember, make good substitutes: Stunts Club Elects L Miss McGuire's eight Stunts club is also well U The new officers are Mai land, president: Pearl Gui president: June Lietz, secretary: Faith Kruse, : secretary. All the divisions from to seniors are organiz' basketball teams. Any plays on a division room receive 25 G.A.A. points. ning teams from each 1 play each other to dete school champs, who Wi gold and silver medals. tion to the medals, each the best team will be G.A.A. points while gir team in second place w 65. These games promise I fun and offer an oppo earn those much-need' points. EUSCHERBREAKSNECI' 0 . If You This Issueis Are Sane U- In Vain l. IV. No. 4 Taft High School, Chicago, Illinois April 1, I Brung by April Showers Apfril fool babes in basket dropped on Taft's doorstep April 1 , left to right: Milo Beman, 2A, Ruth Kohtala, 2B, Ruth Lehman, Lorraine Holysz, 4A, Frank Lakofka, 3A. Mr. John Piuppo, guar- n of the corridors, sulks because he arrived too late fApril 23 to included. c l A CIE T CHIE FOU D EAR BURIEI CHOO Story on nt-xt D April Fools Rool Skool Or What Did April Foo See inside pu Purcell Caught in Latest Draft Says Good-b to Wife and Tai See lust p: Iysterious Case l Most Baffling 1 All Records was a dark, misty night on wild New England coast, one of those sinister, perfect nights for a crime. On the gloomy beach lay the fig- ure of a girl, sobbing hysterically. The only other sounds were the ominous roaring of the surf and the distant melancholy moans of a foghorn. But wait,-there is some object out on the water, a huge huge hulk, neither nieclianical, human, nor heastly. Unnoticed by the sobbing girl, the thing comes closer and closer and closer. Blood dripping from its huge sinister looking claws, it is directly above the defenseless gi1'1. Warned by some instinctive slixth sense. the gi1'l whirls and sees Cllontinued on page 73 Wieather Repo Chicago and Vicinity'-home inosphere conditions followed intermittent weather. Temperut will be in these regions. fllllltlilkrdillllllflll, 'l't'llllJPl'Hllll't TH ilvglwcs linsi4 Page 26 Sareers, College Days Scheduled or Next Week Tentative plans for a Careers ay next Monday and a College day .ext Tuesday for all 4A's have een made by Mrs. Mary Farrell, lacement counselor, and Mrs. ldith Halverson, senior adviser. An original slcit by Dorothy Iachel entitled Help Wanted will be presented the third period n the auditorium. The main haracters in the double cast are Eharles Trick and Bob Baer as the ossg Howard Paine and' Kenneth 'an Voorhees as Joe Boulderg Lo- etta Filipak and Betty Sorenson .s Dora Dizzeg and Amelia Tyn- iorf and Loraine Holysz as Miss Vright. , The program for therest lofi day s as followsz: Q V Period 2+Movie in. assembly: 'Finding your Life's Work. Period 4-The following, who vere the 4A students' choice in a roll taken to decide whom they vould wish to hear, will speak. ocation to be posted later. Story Book Lady To Speak Mary Agnes Schroeder, the Story Jady, member of Chicago Radio zouncil, writer of four weekly pro- grams: radio writing and acting. William A. Sears, pilot, first ieutenant in U. S. National Guard, t3rd Division: aviation. Leland L. Medsker, assistant di- 'ector of Bureau of Occupational Research: civil service opportun- ties. Alfred J. Lilienfeld, salesman for. Ilhicago Paper Company: salesman- ship. Mrs. Lillian Mattson of Monroe 'jalculating company: demonstra- tion of office machine operation. The speaker on home economics will be announced later. Peniod 5-Dr. Arnold L. Wagner of Northwestern university: me- dical and health service. Mrs. Harriet Wolf, director of service department of the CL I. T. including dictaphone operators, stenographers, typists: stenogra- phy. Art Represented Robert Fox of Art institute: commercial art and interior de- corating. Norman A. Hedenberg, engineer and teacher of engineering at Wright: engineering. Ruby Engstrom, director of nur- ses at Swedish Covenant hospital: nursing. The speaker on bookkeeping and accounting will be announced later. Period 6--15-minutes consulta- tion with speakers in 116. Representatives from about 25 colleges, universities, and business colleges will be at Taft from 9 to 12 a. m. in the library on College day. All 4A's, 4B's, and their K Taft Tribune Society- Events Claim Subdebese in Busy Whirl of Springtide Activities A gala premiere of that super colossal technicolor film, My Tra- vels Through Southwestern United States, produced, directed by, and starring Miss Maybelle Capron, English teacher, was held Thurs- day in room 209. Attending this main event of the social season were members of the Geography club. If anyone has any knowledge as to the whereabouts of a large sun- ny room in th-e vicinity of the Taft building, please notify Mrs. Rhea Lewis, room 217, at once so that she-can secure it for members of her Latin club. They are becoming known as the Roaming Romans because of the fact that they have nb meeting place. . 'Lastb Thursday, Lydia Lyptak, chief pretzel benderof the Stunts club, spent most of the ninth period trying to extricate Helen Krupa who got too tangled up in her work. Last reports were that a can opener was called for. There goes my chan-ce for a new spring coat, sobbed Jackie Norris when she was defeated by Rita Winkates in the election for trea- surer of the French club 1March 19. L'eau et le pain ferme were served for refreshments. Present at the Central Area Pan- American convention held last week-end at Quincy, Illinois, were Joan Shaw, Chicago Council secre- tary, Ruthjayne Aeberly, Central Area secretary, Mary Jane Shirley, Taft delegate, Betty Hodous, George Knight, and Mrs. Hazel Klug, Taft Pan-American sponsor, who drove ilze group down. Mrs. Helen Scanlon's third period mixed chorus is being entertained ,these days by members of their own group. Yesterday Gloria Kissel, Mildred Idle, Jeanette Bogner, Betty Mc- Quilken, and Faith Kruse sang some solos. The Swanson sisters, June and Lois, sang Little Mother of Mine. Mrs. Scanlon sang I Hear a Rhapsody. Louise Soper, Ruth Lorsh, and Dolores Rix are accompanists. Band Toots Reveille In Auditorium Each Dawn at 7 O'Clocle Plenty of band spirit is being shown by band members these weeks. Every morning at 7 o'clock sharp all the players are in their places on the auditorium stage practicing sustained tones. The reason for all this hard work is the band contest which will be held April 17, 18, or 19. A record of the contest march, Wings Over America, was made by the band to enable the players to hear their mistakes and correct them. The other contest numbers are The Crusaders and Eroica Overture. Instrumentation for the contest band was chosen at try-outs held duning afternoon rehearsals. Those who did not win in the try-outs were given the opportunity to chal- lenge any player and win his place in the band. parents may interview these repre- sentatives regarding schools. Appointment slips will be given to the seniors next Monday in di- vision. These will serve as passes to and from the library. Students who do not receive appointment slips and desire them should see Mrs. Halverson. It is suggested that students discuss the college problem with their parents and make a list of questions they wish to ask the representatives. Senior Girls Present Naturalist Thursday You've seen and heard every- thing! Oh, no you haven't, not un- til you have heard Sam Campbell, naturalist, who is coming to Taft April 3. The Senior Girls' club under the sponsorship of Miss Grace Rogers and Miss Maybelle Capron is bring- ing him in person to you, and if he is liked, they will make his pro- gram an annual affair! Sam Campbell's lectures and pic- tures are sponsored by the North- western railroad under whose di- rection he travels and makes hlis pictures. He is often called the philosopher of the North Woods be- cause he maintains a superb sanc- tuary at Three Lakes, Wisconsin, where he keeps animals and plants of every description. He has done more than any other person to make people love nature and be kind to animals. All of his pictures are in techni- color which makes the scenes in- descriibably beautiful. To put his audience in the appropriate mood, he dons his woodman's garb. He possesses a very witty personality and is an interesting speaker. There is never a dull moment when he is present: so save your pennies and hear his lecture and see his movies. There will be A and B as- semblies and the tickets will cost only one thzin dime. Put this en- gagement on your must see list. April 1, Recent Discovt 0fBurz'ea7 Ch Sets Profs' A gq The secret grave of a fam dian chlief, Owattaskrium, vs earthed today across from eon's underpass by the C Dead Indian society. You can find it by going t the underpass straijtit acrl highway. The grave is mark pile of rocks, which the p owners have unwittingly bee: for a rock garden. The society's experts will publish the complete data research they are now 1 However, they have alrea vulged a few of the results 4 study. According to the authorit chief must have died many ago in the early period of Cl history. Legend has it that a great friend of the whit in fact, many of the octege of Norwood descended frc early settlers can remembe ing tales of the feasts Owatz put on for the white men could serve roast dog Li squaw's. Many a. time they sit around puffing at the ol pipe: the chief mixed ,his o The Taft history departm agreed. that rthe societjfs di offers an excellent opportux studying history 4' at first Therefore, on the first wa they plan to escort their cl the site of this grave wh tory was made. PTA3' Latest Fe fLaa7y ofLetters'l Lady of Letters is the the four-act comedy, wh P. T. A. will present the e of April 17 and 18 in the ium, proceeds of which wi the instrument fund. The play will be given Newcastle players, an orga of Norwood and Edison rt The music for the progi be furnished by the Taft c under the direction of M Rapier, head of instrument: The play, written by French, is a delightful co the wife of a college profess after many years of being by the townspeople, suddel herself the idol of the hour of a book she has suppose ten. It promises an enjoya exciting evening. Tickets may be purchased from managers, are 35 cents. il 1, 1941 Taft Tribune fusfher Breaks Which of Your High School Classes Have You H ecle,' Attempts F Rescue Futile e boys' gym was a bloody, looking, horrible sight today Mr. L. T. Teuscher, assistant ipal, in an attempt to avert er danger in an already seri- accident incurred by several oers of the baseball team, who valiantly attempting some plays for the baseball season 1 begins April 16 at Taft with Steuben, who are dangerous etitors for any team in any s league and hold a long d of unbroken defeats, broke teck of the bottle of mercuro- ne with which he wanted to fect their scratches. zempts to repair the bottle gigloo were futile. hainions Expressed U I Ama Krank is little work of art is done one other than I. Ama Krank, is myself. I am thoroughly .need that this idea of publi- g all the smart people at Taft the bunk. Give me news about da Goon one of those lifers fellas who have 10 or more 'esD. r instance, there's Cliff Smith who still insists that he can a sax and George Wise, who lling to contend that the Top- rs are a dance band. These ant pieces of mass misinfor- Jn are only supported by con- ,us publicity. ain there is Mr. Mooney, who to tell everyone that an en- is a punishment when all 's know it's a rest period. ne people try to tell us we a newspaper: why let me tell that's the worst scandal sheet ever burned up! fs treat the freshles rougherg s what puts hair on their s and makes them grow. :ld-entally these seniors aren't .ed up like they're supposed to quiet and brainy? Baloney! W for the modern girls. Yes, truly said that a person who behind a glrl's skirt today is , coward but a magician. The line styles of today are posi- ' saddening, and their faces lastered with clay and arsenic: have bracelets made from f bars, pins, birthday candles, tlmost any old trash. z boys, yipe! They wear color asts which make a hobo's ed clothes look like a full suit. Their shirt-tails are outside, and no ties! What's World coming to? the Found Most Enjoyable Did the spirit and enthusiasm of your fellow classmates help make the class seem ideal? Was the subject of the course one which appealed to you? Do the personality or methods used by the teacher influence your choice? Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 200 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsl: the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the May 9 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, April 18. Shaeffer, Bostwick Will Head Seniors Last minute campaign speeches and buttonholing attempts by the three candidates for the president of the senior class made this hotly contested election culminate in an unpredictable situation as the final counting of balllots began. At last the results were posted. It was Bob Schaeffer way out in the lead for president with 146 out of a possible 255 ballots cast. Jean Bostwick captured the vice- presidency with 114 votesg Evelyn Haas was elected secretary having 117 votesg and 178 votes gave Tom Fllynn the treasurership. Schaeffer was opposed by Charle- ton Bard and Charles Trick in the presidential race, while Bostwick faced Eileen Anderson and Eleanor Vana. June Pemble, Betty Soren- son, and Evelyn Haas ran for the secretarial position and Tom Fllynn, Dan Zachary, George Wise all competed for the treasurer's offlice. ,.H..-H..l--i Gardenias to Cfor selling 40 or more copies of the last issue of the Tribjz Marion Pittatsis, Seyller. Jean Siegler, 3B, Amelia Tyndorf, 3A, 108 a. m., a. m., Hansen. 4A, 113 a. m., Grant. Bill BoBlek, 4A, 213 a. m., Her shenhouse. Arlene Schmzidt, 3A, 207 a. m., Beaver. Olive Horst, 3A, 211 a. m., Kiley. Eleanor Vana, 4A, 214 a. m., Carleton. Lois Swanson, 3A, 217 a. m., Lewis. Gertrude Billings, 3B, 306 a. m., Fink. Ruth Richmond, 2A, 308 a.m., McConville. Margaret Pekara, 4B, 311 a. m., Devenish. Lost, Found Dep't Sends SOS CalL' Superman' Wanted Things have been accumulating in 320 so that is is necessary to clean house. Among other things there is a lost freshie that the residents wish somebody would claimg he's really quite a dust-catcher. A pair of shoes is also thereg keep your eyes open for a barefoot boy with cheek of tan. The Taft Lost and Found is proud to announce that it has found the Lost Chord. It must be there: somebody turned in a piano keyboard. There is also a world atlas, 2 feet by 2 feet, that must have slipped out of someone's pocket. Lionel Louthan is looking for his brain and offers a reward for its return. He needs magnifying glass. Another boy lost his temper, and several lost their memories around exam time. The type of educational U3 liter- ature that is being absorbed by the students is revealed by the numer- ous comic books that are turned in. Will somebody please lose the next issue so that the student assistants in 320 can find out what happened lo Superman ? Milicent Sadlier, 3A, 316 a. m., Grosser. Walter Schalk, 4A, 317 a.m., Rogers. Ruth Wahlberg, 4B, 321 a. m., Halverson. Anna Mae MacDonald, 2B, 301 p. m., Lino. Marilyn Ellinger, 1B, 307 p.m., Kelly. Skunk Cabbages to ffor not even hitting 255: 210, 212, 307, 310, 319 a. m.: 107, 108, 113, 117, 207, 208, 209, 214, 216, 217, 221, 308, 317, 319 p. m. Page 21 1B Walks Away With Honors In Essay Bout Marilyn Ellinger, English 1, stw dent of Mrs. Dorothea Wlinter, wi find no difficulty in attendir school functions for a while, fr she is the winner of first prix fone dollar in activity ticketsj c the question, What Qualities A: Important for Success, subject I the regular contest announced 1 the February 28 tissue. The judges were Miss Dorotl Allen and Miss Maybelle Capron 1 the English department. Winners of second prize C50 cen in activity ticketsj and third pri: C25 cents in activity ticketsl az respectively Ann Majercik, Engli: 4 student of Mrs. Gladys Hanse and Daniel Gojkovfich, English student of Mrs. Adelaide Holte hoff. Marilyn's essay follows: The Character of a Successfu Person In this day of great talkii about character education we nen to know just what we mean I character. It is reasonable to e pect people interested in vario1 fields of work to need various quz ities of character. A doctor needs a more thoroug understanding of human natu than a bricklayer. But they bo1 must have perserverance in ordl to succeed. A bricklayer would fa if he were to stop in the middle a wall, and a doctor would be a ce tain failure if he sent patien away uncured. Of those who are successful v expect honesty of several kind: moral, spiritual, and intellectuz Abraham Lincoln became a gre: character because of his absolu honesty with himself and with tho: with whom he came in contact. The genius is not always su cessful: many intellectual gian are complete failures in life. Vl need the qualities which enable 1 to get along with our companion our superiors, and our inferior This means in a democracy a decel respect for the individual rights 1 each person and for the collectiw rights of society as a whole. ..H-it Taft Posters Given Honol The Committee on Communil Service, conductors of the Clea: -up, Paint-up, Light-up, P1a,nt-u campaign Poster contest, recentl announced the contest winners. Those from Taft who won hol orable mention are Ernestin Greschner and Norma Flasch, 3B'. who ran in the third eliminatiol and Dorothy Erickson, 4B, who ra in the first and second eliminatim Page 28 Taft Tribune API-il 1 Bringing Up Junior i--1---- By Angelo Mooney--------- The problem child has become somewhat of an American institution in the past few years, and the apparent answer to this problem has been the- let-mama's-little-darling-do-as-hewishes theory which in later years results in many innocent teachers' going stark raving mad. Now I advocate the spare-the-rod-spoil-the-child- theory, or as it is more modernly interpreted, southern - exposure- attack - for - greater - peace - and - quiet. For instance, when Johnnie brings home his report card with red spots beaming forth here and there, don't give out with the old Line of, When I was a boy, but take Johnnie aside and point out the unsuitability of that color scheme, and then proceed to duplicate the color scheme where he will be able to understand it best. If you are the type of father who believes in being a pal to his son, beware, for you are tread- 1- ing on thin ice. Take this jiive and jitterbug 5 stuff. Don't attempt to understand the latest 5 swing creations, as you will only antagonize your 5 offspring who doesn't understand them himself. And furthermore we advise you to steer clear of jitterbugging, no matter what kind of a rug you used to cut at the old barn dances. The sound of creaking bones will not harmonize with the blare of a hot trumpet. You will never be able to exert your authority if you insist on wearing a few of the outlandish concoctions your son admires as the current fad. If you parade down to breakfast with your shirt tails flap- ping in the breeze and your tie and socks looking like a Roman holiday, your son will probably look horrified and think to himself, The old boy'S off his nut. Allways remember no matter wha tyour son or daughter ad- mires as the current fashion, he prefers to think of you in the outdated attire. 4, six M, .0 '1': f'!i ff- in 4.1 ' I J, ff' 7' 1 'I' ff 5 if I' , I 1 Pl - . .fp 1 5 The Angelo Product FooL FooL Driblvle, Drool Hellol!! Who am I? I'm one of the two other guys that people always claim it must have been. April Fool!! You thought I would have to be somebody pretty important to get in the editorial column, didn't you? Well, there's method in my madness! It gets rather monotonous being blamed for just about everything that a civilized C?J human being can do. For example, you know very well that it wasn't I who put soap in your candy because if I had been that close to a box of candy I would have eaten it myself. And I know, too, that you told Susie that it must have been either my brother or I, whom she saw drinking that luscious pineapple soda with a redhead on the very night you told her you had trig to do. In fact, it couldn't have been we because we had dates with two other redheads. Fu1'thermore, we heard you tell Mr. Mooney that it was not you, but we two who cut thlird period English when you knew we had been ex- cused to see H100 Men and a Girl, both on the same ticket, ibut don't tell anyonej. And remember that last firedrill? You told Miss Maloney that it must have been we who walked the farthest away from school. It couldn't have been you! Oh no, you're no dummy, or are you? Do you recall the noise and confusion of the lunchroom as it used to be?So that was my brother and I, bub? Well, our mother brought us up right. S-he told us never to talk with our mouths full, and we're always so hungry that we eat straight through from the fifth to the end of the seventh without ever having time to indulge in conversation! Well, any- way, April Fool! I'm not really mad. Taft Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illlnols Publisher: Frank Mocks. Any sllnilarity to nletropolltan dailies ls purely coincidental. Super Snoopers Proclaim Dirt Is Where You Find It Seen while snoopin': Don Leutz washing Betty Lou's limousine . . . Mr. Kennard Seyller prevaricating in the seventh period lunch while the believing students listen innocently . . . Leroy Moore and Boots Mossong enjoying their school daze at Taft . . . John Ped- erson applying his artistlic talents to the noise factory Cpiano to youj during division . . . Bill Hagerup thrilling the fifth period journalism class with his Swedish interpreta- tion of Three Bears. . , . Miss Alice Maloney calmly announcing that half the men who sweep the floor are mothers and have families to take care of . . . Swede An- derson tripping over his yaller shirt . . . Bob Dale telling Miss Helen Lowes she'd be a good target for snowballs . . . Mary Jane Biers dropping a key out of the chem lab window . . . Fred Fassnacht looking mournfully at his course book humming, There'1l Be Some Changes Made . . . Bill Kevan tossing a piece of candy ,into a girl's typewriter in his typing class . . . Earle Karlsen and Bobby Schaefer whizzing by on their little two Wheelers . . . Jeannette Behrens spouting bright remarks in her English class . . . Jean Cullen get- ting spanked on her birthday . . . Lucia Lucenko telling the har- rowing tale of the time she fell through the living room ceiling . . . Evan Olsen, 1B, on the third floor looking for the staircase going up . . . Richard Bergsund, 1B, trying to join the GAA . . . Violet Roohad- ze and Helen Douglas lin the swim- ming pool as usual . . . Barbara Ellis philosophizing in the gym of- fice . . . Betty Winkelhaus pushing Loretta Mentzal under the shower with her clothes on . . . Charlotte Henrikson declaring that her name never gets in the paper . . . Shir- ley Korman worrying about her homework . . . All the Tri-Hi-Y girls wondering what fellas they'll take to the spning dance . . . Lio- nel Louthan blowing things up in his chem 'class . . . Rod Velde sporting green shoes at the Sham- rock Shag. These escaped the censors: While discussing copper and zinc electrodes in Mr. C. Vestal's phys.ics class, someone asked, What goes with copper? Bill Bessemer shat- tered the silence with, A motor- cycle and siren! It's a wonder Wayne Klebe, 3A, doesn't become the genius of the shorthand classes with that bevy of girls always on hand to give him the translations. The students are taking a collec- tion for one of the less fortunate Taftites, namely Hank Green. The poor chap his sadly in need of Don't Be a For Attend This Dar A dance to display a nonsense is offered this noon by the Student co The music will be sup! those super-colossal mu the Topha.tters . The bo girls' gym will both be u the girls' gym there will array of booths in whic sense will reign. The 4 will take place in the boy All this may be had i dime. Come and get it. ,..1. a fountain pen. Any little bution will be greatly appi That's a mighty cute littl thing Ed Jarvis is crochet' it a bundle for Britain-01 bundle? QWe bet he darns sockll Mr. John Piuppo has hee taining hlis biology classe tales of when he was the the football team. 'tln thos declares that mighty mass cles, they didn't pick 'em l size, but by their brawn. Carl English has decided his homework to the Quiz I they can answer it, he'll the teacher next day, and can't-he'll be 25 dollars History repeats -itself, and these Taftites. Here are z their Famous last words: Nancy Grey: Cobina! a I Betty Craft: 'fOu la la! . . Janis: I'm in love! . . . C Frank: I'1l see you in cl tl1e windows are washed! S1nooch Erickson: Nov have I done? . . . Jean Yipe! . . . Charleton Bar! back of me hand for you mouth! . . . George Hanl the world's a stage, and actor! . . . Mary Jane Don't call me Red! . . . I Voorhee . . . That I will! Funk: That's hardly white . . . Ben Trapanni: quote unquote. QHe's the strong typel . .. Red Croston: just talking to Mr. Teusche Biill Hedges: He's a quee: Maryalice Youmans: Giv1 Smith. Betty Cameron: I'll stick ting! . . . Marge Mann: Y kiddin! . . . Phyllis Dolan: did it! . . . Tom Craft: Simp! . . . Lee Brinkwc quietly fainted . . . Bill C: I still say Benny Goodma Norman Esserman: Listen! never stayed awake long er hear the restj . . . Elaine ren: Do you wanta hear a , Janet Stone: Ye gads ar fishes! . . . Lucy Muskat: C looks good! . . . Gertrude ski: Gol-ly! . . . Howard Jz I've gotta wash the car . Nowakowska: Yippe! Page 30 In the Sleep of the Remember way back when: You could get into the lunehroom without being wrung through the afeteria. entrance. We could keep ourselves awake y chewing gum? lrowding the hero bench: I dfidn't pull a single boner when he North Central representatives 'alked in. Ludden thoughts: Why not modernize Shakespeare 'ith jive lingo ? His stories are ep, but he talks like an icky. The Juke-Boa: Kid. Veather report: Fine today, cooler tomorrow, aid the judge when I was caught peeding. vumbell pome: Thirty days hath September, April, June, and November: So's my uncle Louie for walking Into a bank after it closed. vumbell Pome: 'Tis spring, The boid is on the wing How absoid! The wing is on the bofid. Vorst Joke I Ever Heard: Cop: Where's the fire, bud? Speeder: Why, officer, my brakes re bad and I'm hurrying home be are I kill someone. Incyclopedia Americana: Forbids-50c. Grammar-momma's poppa. Palm olive-life boy's girl friend. Vatif? Watif Ruth, 3A, w-ere sunny in- tead of Mooney? Watif Shirley, 4A, were raw in- tead of Wheldon? Watif. Margery, IB, and Barbara, A, were smaller instead of Bigler? Watif Florence, ZA, were last in- :ead of Firszt? Watif Robert, 3A, were a hill in- :ead of a Dale? Watif Raymond, 3A, were a Noose instead of a Swan? Watif Jean, ALA, were peachy in- Lead of Perry? Watif Betty, 1A, were a biscuit lstead of a Kriecker? Watif Bob, 4A, were an Ever- iarp instead of a Schaefer? Watif Marjorie, IA, were a reaser instead of a Soper? Watif Saul were nearer instead F Farber? Watif Helen, 3A, were a Jersey lstead of a Guernsey? Watif Eleanor, 2B, were a singer lstead of a Wisler? Watif Olive, 3A, were a cow in- ead of a Horst? Taft Tribune April 155' Oxie Tells Pal How It's Done By Right People Now take this here case of the Taft lunehroom, said our street corner sage, young Oxie Oberg. 42- ,321 1' ff , f Q' of C I G NUI Q 5 if , f ' ' X? I p. N -, l I Winnie and Oxie It's a sad state of affairs when them there seniors don't know enough to crook the little finger while guzzling a bottle of pop. Yeh, replies Wlinnie the Pooh Wahlstrum, chairman of the Save Our Lunchroom in This Here ,Crisis League. It's a doity shame the way them kids have been slingin' rubbish around. Say, it sure ain't got nuttin on the city dump! Well, that's exaggeratin' it to de extreme, Winnie, says Oxie. But the noise is enough to put the toughest guy ln the nut house. Miniature War of Movies Yeh, that's another thing all right, Winnie says. You know this Hitler guy and his war of the noives could take a lesson or two from them Taft kids. Why I betcha if he was to go around England a bangin' them chairs and a clatter- in' them trays, he'd win that war afore you could say William How- ard Taft. Well, that is what is referred to as debatable, Winnie my boy, but one thing certain it's more than us refined and cultured guys can put up With, retorted Oxie. It's like dying a slow death to stay here very long. These here kids ain't got no respect for the delicate feelings of one who I will refer to as the honorable assistant princi- pal, Mr. Leonard Teuscher. Why, do you know, Winnie, I saw him weeping big salty tears of utter anguish, which in plain hocus pocus means the guy was takin' it to heart. Upliftin' For the Soul Yeh, I seen 'em too, Oxie, but don't you think he would a been uplifted if he'd a stuck around until the seventh period? Oh, you mean the classy enter- tainment that Ernie Kowalski put on as a take-off of 'The Man On The Street'? Yeh, that would a pepped 'im up. An did you notice, Oxie, that And How to Ruin It YOUR HEALTH I - By Dr. Ebeneezer I. Fixem 1 The daily lecture for today is on capitists. This class of human be- ings takes business from the little guy like me. Now take Mr. Dum- opolis, the fruit store owner tyou take him, I don't want him eitherb. He sells apples at unconstitutionally low prices. People then partake of these unholy bargains. It isn't bad enough that they buy 'em, but they eat 'em too. So they don't get sick and I don't get any business. My friends, I hate apples. Take the advice of a fireside stool pigeon's chat and staw away from this fruit. Now to answer your health ques- tions. wk ae ar S.A.P. writes that he is suffering from Bilateral Pes Planus, common- ly called flat feet. He Wants to know what to do? My Dear S. A. P., I truly sym- pathize wlith you. My advice is to stay out of a draft 'cause Uncle Sam doesn't want a flat foot floogie anyway. O. A. O. writes that every time she attends a Tyrone Power movie, she suffers a heart attack. How can she cure this strange malady? Dear O. A. O., I suggest that in- stead of seeing a Tyrone Power flick, you see a Donald Duck com- edy. If this doesn't work, you can web my feet and call me Ducky . Ik Uk if N. U. T. writes to say that he is afraid his hearing is becoming de- fective. A few days ago someone called while he was out and asked to be called at 9959. Since then, no matter what exchange he has dialed with this number, all he hears is a buzzing sound. Dear N. U. T., No, it's not bees in your bonnet. It's just an April Fool's joke. 9959 dialed with any exchange is the perpetual busy signal. Your thought for the day Quoted from Roy Otwell: It's not the cough that carries you off, it's the coffin they carry you off in. Ernie come up faster than Bob Hope on them ad libs or whatever you call them there wisecracks that you stick in on your own! You're right, Winnie, and may- be them kids'll get wise some one of these days and realize that they ain't never goin' to get to hob nob with Emily Postmortem and that mob eif they don't stop stickin' their elbows in their spaghetti. Yeah, and don't forget you gotta crook the little finger when you're guzzling pop. Which goes also for any bev- erage, says Oxie. V rl f HOW TO FR' And Cook Your Gb ...-By Prudence Benny?- J Norma Light, 4A, has decie learn how to cook so as to fil way to her boy friends through his stomach. Bein acquainted with her new ra few weeks ago she accide tuned in a famous cooking 1 and a fashion expert at the time when she decided toilltr her culinary knowledge. ' This is the recipe she 1 down: ' Combine one cup of sugar two eggs in a new 011611 f0sS Bl Beat until the mixture isf of aquamarine color and tihen some more. Sk Pls Pk ' Melt one patent leather ha in pan and add to first mi Sift together two cups of flou' box of Madame Iustre ,face 1 and one half teaspoon of salt to sugar' mixture alternately one and one-half cups of Cuta nail polish. Continuea beatin 10 minutes or until thfz batter like a seersucker dress with skirt and attractive bustle. Pour batter 'into ar greased padour hat and cover with yards of vefing in the smart and red color combination. Ba one pair of nylon hosiery f minutes. 214 Dk Sk When the cake is done, rem from the pans. You will nc ready to frost and decorate delectable bit of pastery. To an icing which will be enjoy everyone, combine one-thlird shortening with two Kate I slips for stouter women an: dram of Night in the Livery E perfume. Continue beating fol minutes and then slowly ade red woolen babuskka. When the frosting assunc smooth feminine shoulder line ready to be applied to the Spread on the top and sides one pair of four-button length on gloves. Decorate your wo art with gobs of veils, rit flowers, and berries. The D00r young thing has in vain for three weeks to pl this cake. However, she has given up and resigned herse the life of an old maid. THE STING-'ER SEWI MACHINE'S new model fluid drive. It's so easy to that wishing will make it s if ik It STOP AND .SOCK AT THE OLDMODE I-IOSIl SHOP!! Our stockings are grand walking, but positively will run. If you do get a rlu some peculiar twist of fate, only words arw Darn itlll riil 1, 1941 Zzft Girls Want ins 6 Brawn or Their Men By Lorraine Risavy J you prefer the broad, brawny, ian type of fellow, or do you iorl the bright intelligent sort? rey by the inquiring reporter vs that most of the girls at are picky and want a little achr. ith Kieselbach, 2A, sighs, 0h! a man with brawn to bring e the bacon. Edra. Lindeman, 1A, is neutral states, They need brains to to do it. declared, is brutal. ins without brawn is sickening, anyhow I look better with the vny type. uth Kaage, 1A, says that she :n't car-e about the muscles, but wants fthe brains. After all, avers, You can always pad n up. 5 k it sup and muscles me Swanson, 4A, Lwn without brains -What Use Brain? vonne Po-tempo, 1A, feels that brainy ones are better looking, Priscilla Pollak, lA, thinks 3 when the man is brawny, you e more to look at. fiss Agnes Kiley doesn't Like er extreme. I prefer a combi- lon, she revealed. hir Lee Turner, 4A, drawls, ell-l-l, I believe I prefer both lse it's b1'awn that attracts the and brains that attract her ents. They both help. ler sister Pat fCaroll Turner, shows the other side of the stion with her answer of, I 1 be peculiar, but my choice is ins, because it takes bralins to e personality and after all, lt high school boy has brawn? anet Stone, 4A, shows indiffer- e and declares that it doesn't ke any difference as long as it's ian. What Use Brawn? leverly Singer, 3A, prefers brain brawn because, What good is wn without brains? 'hyllis Larson, 4B, prefers brain ause she wants to be boss of her ninion. 'he teachers seem to stick to- her with a preference for brains. as Mabel Berquist likes intelli- lt people, and Miss Ruth Benja- 1 thinks brainy people are more sresting and are easier to get ng wlith. Iiss Catherine Dempsey de- res, t'Ohhhhh! brains by far! th them you can accomplish nething. You can't get every- Hg by fighting. tAny brainy rns found wandering in the cor- ors will receive a royal wel- ne by her in the office.l Taft Tribune Page Discover Here How To Lose Friends, To Alienate People By Sterling South Do you want to know how to make people dislike you instantly? Are you tired of your boy friend? Would you like to know how to dis- courage overnight guests? Then here is the book of your dreams: it will teach you how to antagonize anyone, anywhere, any- time without the aid of dandruffg it will get you out of distasteful social engagements more quickly than you got into them. Be sure to read How To Lose Friends and Alienate People CUp to a. Certain Point and how to Keep Them at That Point, by Irving D. Tressler. All of you who have survived this review thus far will be moved by the message which thlis book will bring you: besides you will learn how to make a poor first im- pression and how to turn a conver- sation into an argument. A few of the many good hints follow: Always Be a. Heel! Always make the other person feel like one cent. Keep a snarl on your lips. Don't forget to for- get names. Never listen to any- one else longer than two minutes. Talk about yourself. Look upon life as a duel and yourself as a duel personality. The more quickly you draw blood in a con- versation, the sooner your opponent will cry, Enough! Begin an argument and make an enemy. Make an enemy and lose a friend. Lose a friend and gain some time to yourself. When peo- ple expect you to give them a shoul- der to lean on, give them a bony elbow. You may be wrong, but don't hesitate to use your right to prove you aren't. Gossip is like a foot race. It needs a starter and you can do it. Put Your Foot In It! If you wish to get the most out of this book, there is one major requlirement in addition to being able to read and understand words of more than four letters. What is this magic requirement? Just this: a deep, driving desire to want to make others dislike you just as much as you dislike them or a vigorous determination to recognize the fact that most people are about as interesting as a semi- annual report of the U. S-. Gypsum company. No kidding, for a real laugh every second, read this book! It is a burlesque on How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie, perhaps you have guessed, and is really funnier if you have already read How to Win Friends. The Fool of the Year , ' us your orbs on Robert Tl McGonigle Thackery Oliver I-l Esquire, P.D.Q., C.O.D., N.U has been proclaimed by a . poll as the nation's fool. by a cracked cranium wor title, King of All Fools. 'l r of puny puns came from L a he accumulated and practi ast knowledge of ton foolery. .fe, ' ' ' se ay ' ' . l e s screwball's weird mind is 8 . . e s King of witty comebacks when asked why he eats pie v Its just force of habit 1 there are never any forks the knives arent sharp I I use a fork I stick myself I'm not used to 'emi' ly can be heard chirping e song, Teacher Wants Me fr am. And when asked if any other he sang out a chc or I Like Bananas 'Cause They H Bob Holiday No Bones. Holly, full of folly, .is also noted for his definitely charming apparel collection of hats. This noted authority of men's haberdashery ste The correct accessories for mooching rides is the larger rubber thl on display in the picture above and the dainty red and white strij checked bow tie which appeals to the women. Numerous similar instances have enabled Taft's basketball starC?f practice running and dodging rocks, books, and any other handy mov objects tossed by the unexpecting victims of his rare humor. Upon gazing at his picture, King Fool roared, Gad Zukes! I hav seen anything so funny as that since I looked in a mirror. He cont that he is not so dumb as he looks and that's p1'etty dumb. Receiw straight E's on his course book, being president of Miss Jane Carlet daivision, and participating in basketball and other competitive sp proves his ability as an athlete, scholar, and all-around good sport. Tribune Presents its Sponsor The opinions expressed below do not ne sarily represent those of the Taft Tribune fact, all the editors, co-editors, assistant tors, and their stooges heartily love all n bers of the teaching profession. However, to keep up its pose as an oracl the general populace, the staff must per from time to time, the publication. of som the rabble's propaganda although it canno' veal the author of the bit below exeep' parentheses f Smooch Ericksenl. Y 1' Oh be careful when shooting your teach- Then she'll never recover and tellg You remember the old faithful saying: ' If it's worth doing it's Worth doing wel My teacher was sweet-75 And had a slight touch of the goutg So I grabbed my gat .in the heat of a s1 And took a good blast at the lout. Just picture my shame and confusion As I awkwardly tried to explaing I just nicked her arm and left in alarm, Making it hard to plug her again. Oh be careful when shooting your teacl It takes training and skill and finesse. So come, fellow students, and join my c Till our homework is assured of succes Ed note: Any resem- blance to actual persons is merely malicious. 1, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 31 okefglla of THE LOST WEDGIE -- By Shirlee Kaage and Howard Jacob -1- upon a time there was a lillionaire who, like all mil- es, was bilious and unhappy. tter half had kicked the and his debutante daughter one to take care of her. e chose, from the many social .ies who flew hlither and yon, wife, Madame Lazonga of Hill who had two daughters, and Chiquita. .he new mother was not hep kid's lingo and made the lillionaire's daughter live in vants' quarters, and because her many duties included 5 the fire going, she was Stokerella. :ugh Stokerella had only 10 ls and 25 dresses, she was nes prettier than her two isters who had 25 formals n dresses, for Chiquita was kinny and Rosita was very n the whole neither of them much oomph combined as ella had in one hand. day the dictator's son threw l to which he invited all the fs in the country. Chiquita nsita were going but not Sto- 'cause no one had ever heard The two cruel babes were Jed up about going that they about nothling but their glad :I shall wear my strapless, hiquita. l I'll wear my sarong style, osita. little Stokerella was kept getting the glad rags in or- th no one but the iceman to er company. The day came zokerella whipped up a shot iized yeast to brace up her for the brawl, and when inally got cuttin', Stokerella the corner and yowled. , a voice inquired, Why the iff? erella sobbingly replied. I Conga too. l, said the voice, 'Tm your with the light brown hair, :k on down to the delicates- rl hock a can of pumpkin. erella ran down there, grab- s 12-cent size, and tooka pow- Vhen she reached home Genii a can opener and opened the le let fly with a heidi ho, lere stood a beautiful 1941 valled convertible custom L with a hi nonny nonny roduced a sequin studded idriff creation complete with ng wedgies. Now, said You're a hep catg so skid brawl and have yourself a time, but when Big Ben chimes 12, h.ie yourself home, honey, and don't spare the horsepower. So Stokerella barreled down to Joe,s Place where the dictator's son, Moe, helped her out of the con- vertible. After slugging a coke C10-cent sizej they went into the dance hall and joined the Conga line, while the stags all chorused, WOW! some kia-stokerellav' ' It was a beautiful sight: to the melodious strains of many of the old songs fKrupa at the skinsl Moe and Stokie, as she was some- times called, were cuttin' a mean rug while the rest of the jivers were feeding the juke box. Amid the blare of trumpets Big Benny gave out with 12. Stokerella left Moe in the lurch and kicked up the dust for home. 'As Moe pur- sued her, she caught the downbeat and in doing so shed a wedgie which promptly clunked Moe on the noggin. When he came out of the lurch, he slung the wedgie into his jerkin and weaved fbecause of the blow, of coursej back to Joe's for a stimulant fcokel. When Moe had recuperated, he slung a slush bucket! into his stooge's mouth and flipped the wedgie to a bodyguard quipping, Try lit on all the babes till you get hep to the right side. The two stooges lammed around the country till they came to Bea- con Hill. Having cast their glim- mers on Rosie and Chiquie, they were all set to fake a sneak when they got a gander of Stokie who, as usual, barged in at the wrong time and put her foot in it. Taking her foot out again, she tossed it into the wedgie, and lo and behold! it was a natural. Rosie and Chiquie popped a ton- sil, and the stooges jived in de- light. It was a slap-happy day: Genii blew in and staked Stokie to a new jit ensemble complete with matching beer jacket, and Chiquie and Rosie pulled a fade-out moan- ing, Maybe we're too hippy to be happy. Through his -world famed gestapo Moe soon got wind of the dribble and hopping on his pogo stick lit out for Stokie's. Breezing up to the joint and whistling, he caught Stokie on the run and together they pogoed to Crown Point, were hitched, and galloped home together where, no doubt, they lived happily ever after fno doubt. Moral: It just shows to go you that you can't get hep unless you're an ickie and can jitter and juive with the rest of the bugs. J. P. Santhony Proffers Solace To Love Loons Dear Mr. Santhony: Some frill has stole my Swoose! She's a ding, dong, dilly from Du- mas. With a dizzy stare and kinky l 7ffN J' K T Eff 17 'tit , 5 , 1 ft , - gif '-. Wie... we gi 1, I ' I is 1 1 5751-.f -- V. 3- -I , f 61 'I P -7515? 'vm-.NM X 5 fl l ' il. 'M ' l ' l l 9 - , - -. b A r 'ZEQ f'yy!.fg - Q.. - -' V, Nr hair, she's got a face like chalk and uses double talk. I can't do a thing, haven't got that swing! My heart .is no more, it was torn out by grief. What shall I do, end it all? Woe is me! What cans't thou of- fer? Fuddle in a Muddfle. Dear Fuddle in a Muddle: lf you lost all your swing, And you ain't got that thing, And you're torn in grief by a little thief, Go drown yourself, babe, and make it brief. SF :F 'lf Should I marry a girl who is rich and very beautiful if I don't love her? Thzis really is causing me very much worry. What shall I do? Purr Pleased. Dear Purr Plexed: You can stop worrying right now. I think I can handle this case if you'll send me her name, ad- dress, and telephone number. I'm .sure I can handle it. HF 32 it How can I economize? I'm short and not too good looking: so in or- der to make an impression on the girls I have to spend a lot of money. How can I keep within my allowance? Tom A. Toe. Dear Tom A. Toe: If you're short and not too good- looking, why don't you try to get in the shows and on the street car for half fare? That should help you save money. Pl! if if I'm all in a dither. I want to be modern and pay my own way when I go out with my boy fniends, but none of them will accept this poli- cy. Where can I find a boy friend that isn't so old fashioned? Lotta Dough. Dear Lotta Dough: I can recommend you to my brother. He's so modern he even lets the girls pay for him. Ed. Note: When in trouble, let Mr. Santhony help you. I Bedda Bopperfv BOLLYWOOD Oize of the biggest social events of this or any other season in film- dom was the presentation of 'Ottos at which all the big shots and little shots in Bollywood were present. Pat Peterson and George Hanke coyly took top honors for the most overpublicized, undramatized per- formances of the year. Observed on the sidelines was ShirLee Turner, enjoying the com- pany of that promising youngster, Bob Behr, who has just completed Fifty Years In Alcatraz and is now scheduled for A Return to Sing Sing. Family Reunion! Oomph boy Smooch Erick- sen, currently feuding with his bosses at the TNT studio, as usual arrived with his ex-wife, Arline Edgren. Incidentally, according to intimates, he is suing the studio be- cause the strenuous reducing diet required for his last role has ruined his figure. Bob Mogenson just returned from a two months' yachting tr.ip only to find that his bride of two and a half months, Judy Stone, has taken up temporary residence in Reno-to study slum conditions. Many thousands a. day are being lost on Two's a Crowd while Pro- ducer - director - writer - actor - cameraman - prop boy Tom Orzada, the one-man industry, is home in bed Wlith tonsilitis. Momentous Decision! Flash! After lengthy deliberation, the Hays office has finally set the standard Sarong to be worn by Loretta Filipak in 'Suntan at one and a quarter yards flat. Jane Geib and Joan Wilson ar- the The rived at the same party with identical brand of eyelashes. gals were slightly frosty until one of Joan's fell in her coffee. Con- solingly, Jane commented, Well, dear, you look original now. Harold Popelski, famous Bolly- wood bartender, has christened his latest beverage Blitzkreig in hon- or of Wanda Fisher, the Hpajama girl. Glamour girl Jackie Anderson has landed fourth lead in The Missing Link with Kent Locke, his trained goose, and pet goat, playing first, second, and third respectively. LOST-Beta Theta Pi Frat Pin-Return to Wilma Dubs, 219 a. m.-Reward. LOST-One pair gold-rinuned glasses. Return to Leatrice Ruckmen, 210 p. m. Reward. Page 32 Taft Tribune April ke? R ---l By Paul and Penelope J In the Boys' l ' weakly Whizzer Forgetiguet --- By Alan Sampson - BULLETIN: Candidates for teams should not fail to attend the meetings of the respective organizations as scheduled be- low. Track-Tomorrow, 9th period. Golf-Wed., April 19, 9th period. Tennis-Thurs. April 10, 9th per. With the coming of Spring will come the awakening of a mighty Taft athletic machine-the track team. The team got a splendid start in its initial season last year and, with experience behind it, will undoubtedly provide a dangerous threat to the Northwest side. The first ffw practices will take place in the gymnasium until the weather permits use of the athletic field. The track will be ready for use shortly. It has been under construction through the winter and will provide Taft with one of the finest athletic fields in the city. The team will have various dual and triangular meets with its friendly west-side rivals. The sea- son will be climaxed by the City track meet, in which the athletes can compete with their contempor- aries from the entire c.ity. ' Events Scheduled The events are the dash, the mid- dle distances, the shot put, the running brotid jump, the hurdles, the pole vault, and the relays. Some of the returning stars from last year's team are Dritlein, Ruel, Sredniki, Padgitt, Frankenberg, Wright, and Dolezal. Mr. Saul Farber, track coach, is- sues a call to all Taft boys who have any experience or aspirations to any or all events mentioned. They should interview Mr. Farber any day the ninth period and at- tend the track meeting in the boys' gym tomorrow, the ninth period. The golf team will holds its first Spring meeting Wednesday, April 9, the ninth period in the boys' gym. Coach Joe Kupcinet expects a record turnout for the team. The nfw athletic field will offer an adequate golf range and will great- ly facilitate instruction. Golf Matches at Big Oaks The Northwest side golf matches are held at Big-Oaks golf course which is well within walking dis- tance of Taft. A city tournament is held early in the season, the winners of which play off for the State and National championships at Peoria, Illinois. The tennis team this year will holds its first meeting Thursday, April' 10, the ninth period in the boys' gym. The .tennis team will be able to hold actual practices as sr-on as desired, the courts always being in condition. Toda.y's tlirst brain-tickler is as follows: If an apple core is the in- side of an apple and a pear core is the inside of a pear, then what is an encore the inside of? Send your answer accompanied by 14 broken yo-yo strings. The neatest correct answers will be're- warded by 14 unbroken yo-yo strings. The next dizzy quizzy is recom- mended by Penelope. It comes to us through that lord- ly louse, the banana Earl, who out- wardly is a slippery fruit but is really soft inside. He asks us to pick out five song- titles from the following: Three little fishes were walking in the gleaming when they saw the boogie Woogie washerwoman mak- ing eyes at a little brown jug lying in the bushes full of corn. The Saint Louis woman sees it too and the two of them make a jump for it. As the struggle subsides the fishes walked by and saw pink elephants. The 17 neatest correct answers will receive free of charge elec- tric razors with extra blades for making shaved coconut pie. Afternoon Stor Hard Times I ---l By Charlotte Smith 'l- 'T ' Chapter II Synopsis of previous installment: Because of a collapse in family fi- nances, the Sargents - Mr., Mrs., Carol, and Bill-are forced to cut down expenses. Carol decides to do without a. spring outfit, and Bill to economize similarly. Mrs. Sargent is about to dismiss Martha, the family cook. Martha quickly put the receiver on the hook as Mrs. Sargent came into the kitchen. Martha, Mrs. Sargent said. Then she noticed Martha's hurried gesture. Oh, I hope I didn't disturb any conversa- tion, dear. Oh, no mam. I was just order- ing the meat, was the reply. I see. Then she hesitated. Martha, she began, Martha, I hate to ask you this because we'll all miss you so, but it's got to be done. Mrs. Vtfhite will be very glad to have you, I know. Glad to have me. What do you mean, Mrs. Sargent? questioned Martha. Martha, we'll have to let you go because-well, because Mr. Sargent has lost a considerable sum of money and we have to cut down, was the answer. Leave! Me! Why Mrs. Sargent, you ought to know me better than that. Why I'd stick with you folks no matter what. And don't you wor- ry about expenses. I'll take care of all that. The large, sweet faced Irish woman smiled a hardy smile and went on doing the breakfast dishes. Oh, Martha, will you stay? Mrs. Sargent heaved a sigh of relief. That'l1 be just wonderful. I really don't know what I'd have done without you. Martha chuckled softly, and as Mrs. Sargent left the room, she turned back to the telephone. Now to call the party I was cut off from. By Saturday morning, in spite of the trouble in the Sargent house, things were just as sunny indoors as out. During the past few days the family had adjusted them- selves to the change. Every one, from father down to B.ill, was ap- parently happy with the new state of affairs although it was a bit hard to do without so many of the things they were used to having. Carol sat at the machine busily sewing while her mother and Mar- tha. cleaned and dusted about the room. Bill, whistling merrily, came down the stairs three at a time, shaking the whole house. Hey, Mom! ,he called. 'Tm going out. Be back later. So long. And he banged out the front door and down the steps. He strolled down the street tryting to decide what to do with his time. Maybe he should go tell Kay about the car now in- stead of tonight. No, it'll be better tonight. That night Bill hesitated before going up to Kay's door. Now that he came face to face with telling her about the car he was scared stiff. It was easy to think about what he'd say when he was alone. Well, here goes. He cleared his throat, straightened his tie, walked up the steps, and rang the bell. Kay's mother opened the door. Good evening, William. Kay will be right down, she said. Come in and sit down. At just that moment Kay appeared at the head of the stairs. Gosh, thought Bill, she looks swell. It seems a shame that we'll have to take the bus. Kay came down with a pretty smile on her face. Hi, Bill! How do I look? she asked. And without waiting for an answer said, I'm ready to go: so let's be off. You don't miind walkin' to the corner and waitin' for a bus, do you? Bill questioned. Why, Bill, you never called your car a bus before, and why do we have to go to the corner? Well, started Bill slowly, we ain't goin' in the car 'cause we ain't got oneg so seein' as we can't go that way, we'll have to take the bus. He gulped and searched her .-- By Emily Postmoz Dear Mrs. Postmortem girl friend a. box of . candy with soap in it? proper? . . . Mr. Ree. Mr. Ree: It was perfe for you to send your gir of candy although I tl be mad and foaming at l U dv Dear Mrs. Portmortem I 'follow my escort or down the aisle of the th Miss Take. Dear Miss Take: If tl handsomer than your es means follow the usher- PF 31 if Dear Mrs. Portmortem like to have a coat of a new spring dress. Is tl . . . Caralotta Boutme. Dear Miss Caralotta B may be proper, but I th be warmer to have a wl 1 ll 8 Dear Mrs. Postmorten think my wife would mi me pick my clothes? . . Nuts. Dear Mr. U. R. Nuts: ably would rather just pockets. Mr. Addison Purcell chemistry teacher, hz been drafted by Mr. Ar ney, administrative aid on programs for next Chee1-io, said he this as he bill his wife f'Cheerio, said he this as he bid the school S01 face as if expecting to f swer there. At first she zled. Then, as realizatio and what he meant bet her face slowly became anger. She stared at hli lips moved as she se words. Finally they cam William Sargent, if 1 just for one moment, f ment mind you, think I'l people, will go to the dz bus, you're crazy. She s foot and turned her bac Bil was about to plea: when he suddenly reme was going to teach he But what if she refused him altogether? No, he his origtinal idea. If you don't like it can just stay at home be ain't nothin' we can do the bus. He stopped he his breath. And besi got too many high fal' Why you're lucky you'1 the dance. And if ya' do go with me any more, t I won't miss you. This time it was Bill his back, for while he talking, Kay had slowly ward him with her mol amazement. t'l'o he concluded in the RIB RUNS U IQUE POLL s You Know Ideal Taftite? aft ibu Vote on Ballot On Page 39 V. No. 5 Taft High School, Chicago, Illinois April 18, 1941 :tor johnson- ztlz Weele Puts 1 in Spotlight V Dr. Wm. H. J0hllS0!l is your week. We have had 'y Week, Be Kiind to Ani- :ek, Art Week, and so on. Dr. Wm. H. Johnson ti of these you have done irt. Now it is your turn to ie spotlight. ghat you have striven for the past year will show its results now. You have hard and gained in many talent, health, athletic ment, good citizenship, and nterests. participation in the activi- this special week gives you idid opportunity to demon- to your parents and friends ie achievements you have They will know that with rwledge and varied interests ve developed that you are uipped to face life with con- and courage. ichs for Girls' State Chicago Northwestern auxi- f the American Legion 430 'sen Doris Derichs, 3A, presi- the Junior auxiliary, to rep- them at the Illuinois Girls' 0 be held on the campus of fay College, Jacksonville, from June 21 to June 28. ri Anderson, 4A, president 3. A. A., is to represent the Park auxiliary 541. Student Body Given Opportunit To Vote for 16 Ideal Taftites The phrase ideal Taftite has been circulating in the school the last few weeks as a consequence of the essay contest announced in issue three of this semester's Trib, the results of which appear in column one on page 39 of this issue. V The Trib now offers its subscribers an opportunity to choose students whom they consider ideal Taftites. The characteristics emphasized by the contest winners are Band Makes Brilliant Showing in Contestg Receives Another 'E' Receiving a grading of E at the city band contest held at Har- lnst Tuesday night, the con- cert band, un- der the direc- tion of Mr. John C. Ra- pier, effected a g r a n d tinale to their weeks o f p a t i e n t practice. Taft compet- ed against E n gle wood, Crane, Manley, Tuley, Fenger, Waller, Wells, Parker, Von Steu- ben, Morgan Park, and McKinley. Competition is based on school size, Before the contest Mr. Rapier said, If they beat us, they're going to have to be awfully good. The band practiced hard at re- hearsals held at 7 a. m. daily for the last month and during the fourth period. Sectional rehearsals were held after school. At some of these rehearsals, Captain Clay- bourn Harvey of Schurz gave wel- come advice and help. We consider fit quite an honor to represent this fine school, stat- ed Mr. Rapier. Since this is the best of all possible schools, we are putting forth our best possible ef- forts. Our aim is to make the band and orchestra one of the outstand- ing cultural assets of the school and community. No time, effort, or thought are being spared to make this possible. Forty members, only five of whom were girls, were transported to the place of contest rin buses. The band played at 9 p. m. rison high school Mr. Rapier typical of those listed in all the entries. With those attributes in mind, choose one boy and one girl who you think fulfill the qualifications. Since you will probably wish to vote for fellow classmates, the Trib is running its present poll in eight divisions'-one for each se- mester grade in school. Finals Broad in Scope The final results will thus reveal the students' choice of 16 indivi- duals, eight boys and eight giirls, whom they consider worthy of be- ing designated as ideal. When you cast your vote, ballot for which is on page 39, be sure you choose intelligently. Weigh and consider your selections care- fully to be sure that they really are fit to be thus honored. Vote indi- vidually. Don't be influenced by your neighbor's choice. Use the characteristics listed in the win- ning essays on page 39 as criteria. Votes Due Monday Each division's individual votes should be placed in the envelope which the Trib has provided and the dlivision teacher should seal. A staff representative will call Mon- day during division to pick up the envelope. Should any student fail to get his vote included in the envelope, he may place it in room 116 in the box labeled Ideal Taftite no later than Monday. The pictures and names of the 16 winners and their close competitors wuill appear in the May 9 issue. WI-IATTA LIFE IN SPRING Such is the title of the scram- bled love story of today's youth which Proscenium Players, di- rected by Mrs. Vera McConville, will present Friday, May 9, the fifth and seventh periods in the Auditorium. It's a masterpiece of super-sophistication. Admis-sion only 10 cents. Taft to Per orm In Quzk Program Of Radio Council Taft will go on the air again in a. few weeks in another quiz show, Young America Answers, broad Charleton Bard cast over WBBM every Saturday noon, sponsored by the Radio coun cil of the NBC system, Mr. L. A. Hoefer, principal, announced today as he organized a five-man team with the aid of civics and history teachers. Naturally the Information Thanks expert, Charleton Bard, 4A, who was phenomenally success- ful in a quiiz over WGN March S tsee March 14 issuej will help rep- resent Taft. The other quiz kids from Taft will be Joan Shaw, 4B, and Dor- othy Machel, Tom Orzada, and Alan Sampson, 4A's. Two Taftites Honored Jean Bostwick, vice-president of the senior class, will represent Taft along with Steve Majercik, former president of the Honor so- ciety, and February '41 graduate, at the Civic Assembly to be held next Friday at the Sherman hotel. Each year every Chicago high school sends two delegates from its current graduating classes to the Assembly where they are inter- viewed by representatives from the Chicago area universities in com- petition for scholarships. Page 34 Taft Tribune Honor Officers Make Ha in Sun Left to right: Dorothy Dietz, vice-president, Dorothy Wleklin- ski, treasurerg Millicent lSadlier, secretary, and Jack Winton, pres- ident, overcome with spring fever, discuss their problems outdoors. Although nothing definite has been accomplished as yet, the Hon- or society plans to hold a flower festival and dance some time this June, disclosed Jack Winton, new- ly elected Honor society president in an interview this morning, In addrition to being president of this organization, Jack, a 4B, be- longs to the fencing club, track team, and bowling league and is at division clean-up representative. The vice president, Dorothy Dietz, 4B, boasts of having been on the honor roll ever since she en- rolled at Taft. She is secretary of and mixed chorus, Student Council and G. A. A. representative, host- ess of her 4B English class, and a member of the Alpha Tni-Hi-Y. Millicent Sadlier, 3A, 316 a.m., the secretary, shows an amazing record in regard to holding class offices. She has been secretary of her classes 10 times since she first started high school. She is a busi- ness manager, Student Council representative, remedial test mark- er, and a member of the G. A. A. and the Beta Tri-Hi-Y. The treasurer, Dorothy Wlek- linsk, 3A, gives piano lessons after school to children between the ages of 10 and 12. She is a member of the Board of Control of the G. A. A,, is clean-up representative, and Taft's representative to the Pan American council. She is also a member of the Beta Tri-Hi-Y. She has received her service award and her G. A. letter and chevron. M Anybody Here Seen Kelbfs Girls? Miss Catherine Kelly's 1B divi- sion, 307 p.m., has been showing the rest of the school just what a bunch of fresh- ies can do. Al- though there are but 42 girls in the di- vision, they sold 48 copies of the April Fool issue of the Trib. Miss Kelly declares 1 that they have sold more than 42 issues each time. The division has shown a re- markable amount of school spirit by cooperating with the various committees in purchasing tickets for the activities sponsored by them. Miss Kelly I believe, averred Marilyn El- linger, the room business manager, that we sold more tickets for this particular affair than did any other single division. However, she continued, the senior division who sold tickets in the lunchroom probably beat us. When Marilyn brought the Eas- ter stamps to her division, she sold all 150 of them win less than five minutes. Marilyn won first prize in the last character education con- test and received a grading of S in all her subjects for the first quarter. Miss Kelly is extremely proud of her all-girl division. I always call them my glamour girls, confided Miss Kelly. By that I don't mean that they're just beautiful, but they have brains and personality as well. Division 307 proclaims to have one of the tiniest girls, Isabell Moravec, and one of the tallest girls, Patricia Klar, of all the freshman divisions at Taft. Helen Maynard and Ramona Sa- hacki belong to the orchestra. Mayor Promotes Clean-Up Defence Mayor Edward J. Kelly has joined with leaders of the Chuicago Association of Commerce and the school children of the city in Chi- cago's 1941 Clean-up, Paint-up, Light-up and Plant-up campaign. He declares the effort to insure a tidy city and to eradicate fire and health hazards to be particularly important this year because of the need to stress every phase of con- servation as a factor in the na- tional defense program. An appeal to all citizens of the city to participate actively in the movement is embodied in the fol- lowing official proclamation: ' Whereas, the year 'round Clean- up, Paint-up, Light-up campaign, which uis sponsored by our city's school children in conjunction with the Community Service committee of the Chicago Association of Com- merce, definitely ties into the Na- tional Defense programg and Whereas, it is agreed that such a Clean-up campaign is espe- cially pertinent in view of present economic conditions: and Whereas, our National Defense program calls for the united effort of all citizens: and Whereas, we must use every op- portunity to conserve as well as to produceg there is a duty incumbent upon each individual-the house- wife, the child, the storekeeper, the manufacturer, and all others-to participate in the Clean-up cam- paligng and Whereas, the conservation of health, property, material, and the! removal of hazardous conditions, which could lead to fire loss, sabo- tage, or conflagration, are impor- tant to the general prosperity of the city as well as to the National Defense program, I call upon all citizens to freshen their premises, their homes, and their places of business by clianing, painting. lighting, planting, repairing, and modernizing, and I recommend that: every home and yard be reno- vatedg all vacant lots be cleaned and made into gardens or play- grounds, every industrial plant, mercantile establishment, and home be carefully checked for fire and safety hazards, that citizens cooperate in keeping street, alleys and parkways free from litterg that rodents and other pests be eradicatedg that dark spots be lightedg that flowers and trees be planted Wherever possible. NOW, therefore, as mayor of the city of Chicago, I do hereby proclaim and appoint the period from April 21 to May 3, 1941, in- clusive, as the Spring drive for the year 'round Clean-up, Paint-up, April 18, Clubs Energe Senior Girls Q Philanthropn The Venetian blinds wh? don the girls' restroom ha put there through the ef the Senior Girls' club. Today the gals are ho Second Childhood day. The Parlez-vous francai ites will now prove their say Oui, oui, by their ns Mixed Chorus Gets I Members of Mrs. Helen S mixed chorus have also membership p-ins. A gold 1 a blue stone was given th have been chorus members semesters or more, gold those in for three, silver two, and bronze pins for mester. D a n c i n g, refreshmen games were provided by Rees and Norman Janis chorus social committee at in the girls' gym last Tues Lorraine Peterson, Dorot ezen, and Doris Fletche joined the group's solo pei lately. Barbara Ellis, program c of the Beta Tri-Hli-Y, has out a super social calendz first event will be a Ct Young party ca1'ried out in iental fashion. Betas Elect Officei Officers of the Beta cha Eleanor Vana, presidentg 1 Matousek, vice-president: Ehmann, secretary, Olive treasurerg Wilma Dubs, s at-armsg Mabel Heen, chaj At the last meeting of tl Tri-Hi-Y the girls also de pack the season with activi events scheduled are a daughter tea, a father-4 buffet, and a date night. Machel to Lunchg Martorana, Capita Mary Martorana, Taft to the Chcago Junior Rc council, has been awarded the annual Red Cross co in Washington, D. C., ne with all expenses paid by 1 cil. Representatives from throughout the nation wil Dorothy Machel, author Wanted and the recent F1 born play given at Taft, ' 'chosen to represent the 'I mercial department at a to be given by the Alliance ness and Professional W Chicago next Monday. - ..i. .1.l-1 Light-up, Plant-up campa urge that every man, wo child cooperate in this i civic and patriotic movem 1 18, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 35 auth Co-ops 1 Stage Novel aan- p Show Zreative Group Activities as- y, April 24, will culminate lean-Up campaign which l1as going on this semester under irection of Mrs. Ida Goldfein, of the art department, with :ooperation of the Clean-up ittee: Nancy Gray, 4B, How- 3ehm, 3A, Jfimmy Downing, Iarinella De Roeck, 2A, Mari- Jaeble, 3B, Ernest Kowalski, nd Jean Andersen, 2A. lean-up skit will be presented oris Zonsius, Charles Trick, t Behr, Wanda Fisher, Paul ey, Marilyn Sonderman, Pat ion, Harriet Grund, Mary ni, Dan Zachary, and Mary Caboor. remainder of the program onsist of a song by Mrs. Ruth z girls' chorus, dances by the lepartment, and orchestration Mr. John C. Rapier, :es will be awarded for the ' contest, and a reward will ven to tl1e division who l1as the most during the cam- Tl1e clean-up campaign gift ,lso be presented. duate Committees Green Lzlglzt ior class activities will hit a .ride next week as the va1'ious ittees, appointed by Mr. Paul ', senior class sponsor, and Schaefer, class president, be- ' function. prom con1n1ittee, headed by eton Bard and sponsored by iigler and Mr. L. Teuscher, ant principal, includes War- rickson, Norman Ligl1t, Mary rana, Torn Orzada, Dorothy and George Wise. graduation colnmittee con- of Eleanor Vana, chairman, ri Hass, Ernest Kowalski, t Passow, Kenneth Rolin. r Schalk, and Elma Willard. l be sponsored by Miss Grace s and Mrs. Lillian Perry. nbers of the social committee, Jred by Miss Jane Carleton, aan Bostwick, chairman, Don ta, Vivian Carlson, Tom , Betty McMillan, Warren y, and Louise Soper. 1 Sampson will head tl1e gift lttee, including Eileen An- i, Bob Frankenberg, Dor- dachel, Harriet Meyers, Betty son, and Charles Trick. ding the publicity committee thjayne Aeberly with Cyrilla zak, June Pemble, Jack on, and Amelia Tyndorf as ers. The Trilfs adviser will rr tl1e group. ar sponsors for committees 3 appointed soon. G1-adS,I-1631-ken Tribune Goes to a Fools' Frolic To College News Teachers' Exams Announced Pupils interested in attending the Chicago Teachers college next fall may obtain applications for the en- trance examinations from Mrs. Edith Halverson, senior counselor. All application must be filled on official forms and must be in the offices of the Board of Examiners not later than noon, Saturday, May 17. Examinations to be offered are as follows: Mathematics, June 14, 9 a. m. Music, June 14, by appointment. General science, June 14, 1 p. m. English, June 21, 9 a. m. U. S. History and civics, June 21. 1 p. m. Oral examinations, by app't. Physical examination, by app't. Shopping News Rewards Grads Downtown Shopping News car- riers who are members of the Feb- ruary and June graduating classes and wish to apply for one of the five 200-dollar scholarships offered to student employees, should send their applications to 39 South State Street, before May 1. In awarding the scholarships, tl1e judges will consider school scholar- ship record, paroicipation in school and outside activities, and the need of the student for financial aid. All scholarships may be used in the school of the student's choice, U. of I. Opens Chicago Office For the benefit of high school seniors and their parents in tl1e Chicagoland area, the University of Illinois again will have an ninfor- mation office in Chicago this spring. The office, which is located at Hotel La Salle and opened Ap- ril 7, will be maintained for five weeks, Questions of any persons plan- nling to enter the University will be answered there by representatives from the offices of the various col- leges, the dean of men, dean of wo- men, and the registrar. The office will provide personal help a11d in- formation about entrance require- ments, courses, expenses, scholar- ships, self-help, housing, social life, activities, and any other questions. The office wlill be open from 10 a. m. to 6:30 p. m. Mondays through Fridays, and 10 a.1n. to 5 p. in. Saturdays. Appointments for eve- ning hours to 9 p. m., except Satur- days, or for specific hours during the day may be Hlade by telephon- ing Franklin 0700. This office has been set up in Chicago by the University each spring for several years. It has been visited by large numbers of pros- pective students from hligh schools and junior colleges, parents, alum- ni, and others interested in the University. It will close May 10, Repeating their Hallowe'en par- ty success with a11 April Fools' fete, the Student Council enter- tained over 600 sub-debs and their friends fat a charge of 10 cents eachj with foolish frolic. The picture at the right, typical of the sublime nonsense which took place, shows dignified Ernest Ko- walski, president of the Council, turning the King of Fools, Bob Holiday, upside down in order to ext1'act from him an admission fee. 111 the background, left to right, Lenore Lindahl, Sylvia Wosik, and an unidentified stranger look on. The first picture below shows some of the side show with Bob Schaefer, president of the senior class, top, barking, See the world for a penny! Others unfortunate enough to be snapped by Photog- rapher Kenneth Manchee are left to right: Felix Mataresse, 4B, Leo- nard A11derson, 3A, Annette Avery, 4B, Evelyn Haas, secretary of the senior class, Eleanor Vana, presi- dent of the Seniior Girls', William Slagle, 2A, Lorraine Blum, 2A, Clara Kolvek, and Irene Vettes, 4A, whose forte is telling fortunes. In the lower picture Lois Ben- son, 3B, leads a horde of Scl1urz ! 2 -Q s: invaders in the Conga. A quiz climaxed the grand a fair. Chief-quizzer Tom Orzad queried Charleton I'll tell you Bard. Questions were simple, say Bard. Examples: How many mo: quitoes were there in the Panam Canal zone in 1912? Who was sh+ riff of Keokuk county, Indriana is Page 36 Taft Tribune April 18, As Editor Schmall Says- o When people turn green with envy or purple with rage, they generally create colorful scenes. 0 When a man is going to the dogs, he usually meets the dogs halfway. 0 A pessimist is a man who believes that every apple has a worm. o The only time some people tell the truth tis when they wish to create trouble. 0 Some charity begins and ends at home. I A peach of a girl ought to become a well-preserved woman. 0 Had Nero owned a radio, it would have saved him a lot of fiddling while Rome was burning. 0 It is not always the head of the family who foots the bills. .O What the average school boy wants is a history that will repeat itself. ,Q If a man feels it in hvis bones, it is apt to be rheumatism. Don't expect to get rid of your troubles by advertising them. D One domicile you seldom get ousted from is the doghouse. o You can often eliminate dark worries if you make light of them. O If you watch people indulging in summer sports, you discover that summer not, Ed, ngteg In response to many queries, the Trib now reveals the liden- tity of the author of the editorial shorts which appear from time to time in this column. Dolores Schmall, 3A, is their composer. In addition, Dolores writes many of the editorials for the column and fills in in any emergency as well. Spring, Spring, Beautful Spring! In the spring a young lady's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of-come to think of it, what does it make her think of? Sulphur and molasses? No, no, this isn't 1890. This is 1941, remember? Only three months ago today, it came in, bringing living, streamlined vehicles, and oh yes, streamlined war . . . Oh, oh! What dlid that teacher say? What are we doing about -Clean-Up week? Cleanliness may be next to godliness, but wouldn't a halo look better in an ethereal atmosphere? . . . Romeo! Wherefore art thou, Romeo? Now how did he get in here? This noble building doesn't include a balcony.. Maybe Shakespeare did have something there . . . April showers bring May flowers. . . . If Mother Nature were more consistent, she could just as well have spread her rain over the calendar so that the lawns wouldn't need sprinklin' so often. Could be that it isn't only the showers that are all wet .... Moreover, there doesn't seem to be a gal allive who can really look glamorous with the wind and the rain in her hair. , . . My! Study halls can be the dreariest places. When you get in a nice corner where you could talk, you haven't anyone to talk to, but in a front seat with all your friends around you, the teacher seems to read your mind .... Now would be a pretty good time to start convincin' Dad how nice a cream colored convertible would look occupying the garage space at present taken up with that dilapidated vehicle affection- ately known as the Family Puddle Jumper. But if this deal went through, the convertible probably wouldn't be spending much time in the garage .... Fashion magazines are tearing their hair out trying to determine whether the vogue is to look smooth and sophisticated in military capes and draped turbans or sweet and oldfashioned in fnilly blouses and picture-frame bonnets, Besides, it isn't everyday you see a fashion magazine removing its wig .... Maybe this is what you call robbin' Robin Red Breast of introducing spring, but sin a severe case of Spring Fever, anything goes ! ! ! 'W Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinois April 18. 1941 Price Five Cents Editor-in-chief: Rutlxjuyne Aeberly. Aislstzmt editors: Cyl-illa Matu zak, Lorraine Rlsavy. Make-up editors: Jean Bostwick, Harriet Myers. Features: Bill Bessemer, Pat Dolan, June Pemble, Dolores Schmall, Char- lotte Smith, Alan Sampson, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon. News: Charleton Bard, yVarren Erickson, Jeannette Granberg, Nancy Gray. Lenore Green, Jean Kofoed, Winifred Pufunt, Jack Sampson, Eleanor Vana. Typists: Virginia Hunt, Bob Kofoed, Lorraine Mazzoni ,Irene Wiedow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn YPerry. Spring Bonnets Out Of Easter Parade As Ascap Feuds Oh! Where Did You Get That Hat? Why do men leave home in the spring only to come back more dis- illusioned than ever? There is only one answer. Come, girls, make this a season of sane bonnets. Let's not appear in an egg scuffle trimmed with cin- namon sticks. We don't want peo- ple to think we're going to a masked ball like a bird sin a gilded cage. Let's take care of our male ad- mirers this spring. We can best preserve them by not frightening them with any of those head gear nightmares shown in store win- dows. Our motto: a sane bonnet for more men! Prudence Back to Nature As the first little buds of Spring come beautifully unheralded rinto a soft new world of pastel shades, a new dainty motif will come en- chantingly to mademoiselle's Spring fashions. Light rainbow-hued tints will charm the masculine eye. The new back to nature styles will conquer him, A short tight skirt dn the latest fawn-ear tan with a form fitting knitted blouse in a rose petal hue will be worn with rose tinted fuzzy wuzzy anklets and a kerchief or babushka in the popular robin- breast orange. On her feet Madame will wear a pair of the doeskin sandles that proved so popular last season. Wlith these words, Back to Na- ture With Styles, we leave you. After all, who are we to say that the first original styles nature fashioned for us are not best? Madam Butterfly tAlias Alan SGWZPSOHJ Latest Fashions 'Tis spring, 'tis spring, the bird in on the-hats, and the songs it sings are a good deal more enjoy- able than the music fashions of today. Oh, yes, music has fashions too. Rlight now 'tis the fashion to play, sing, and murder Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair. In fact she has been murdered so much that Stephen Foster has turn- ed a. couple dozen super-super somersaults in his grave and has wished she'd dye her hair 'er some- pin. Jeannie's not the only fashion of the year, however. Having got the swallow safely back to Capistrano, people have been going into a Frenesi everytime they hear a rhapsody. And, oh yes, it all comes back to me now.-The reason for all these fashions is 'cause ASCAP and BMI 'ar a feudin'. 'Tis down- right mean of 'em too 'cause now nobody can even join the Easter Parade since it was written by an ASCAP member. In the Quala Of the N Remember way back whe The multiplication and of fractions was life's problem?-Louie deLifer. Nobody knew what a ' was, or even wimagined that animal existed?--Jazbo of E Any one that talked don was locked up?-I. M. Am can. Unsung heroes: The teacher who never g an encore.-10th Period Joe The student who was prompt and never cut a cla: life. Sir Charles Gregory rece clared that there will sool earthquake which will caust crack encircling the earth now we can get rid of 0 razor blades.-Hi-De-Ho. Oswald and his teacher: Late the other night I w ding the weary 5,280 feet f dwelling to mine after an of transmvitting germs tabo 0003, when out of the alley dark figure and says, S1 up! I gotta make a livi way! Why, perfesserl' gasped O, Lordy! Is it yew, Osw And that's how I got my book-keeping.-Oswald, the Modern living: Joe Louis will get S7501 lose, or draw, and yet m youths sell magazines to education.-Jeanie Junior, New in the world of sciel An instrument has bee that will measure a billion :inch or less. It will be motorists to find parking Tiny Tessie, A Meal in the Day of J Suzie Tafty What are little boys made Sodas and popg dogs, c hot- That's what little Joe is ' What are little girls made Candy and gumg tamales a That's what little Suzie is Just recently the gui stopped a poppin' a lit ASCAP and BMI are sort: up. I guess one of 'em m said, I do, do you? and 1 said yes, Maybe now celc have to stalk at midnight into the morning 'cause tl some changes made. Ah, tl expostulatin' again. J 1 18, 1941 ere is M nd In Your Eye ou know that: 1 Boyle simply adores station s? . . . Ruth Mooney is no in to the celebrated Arthur? limmy Doyle has pretty eye- faccording to a little J? . . . Pete Eagre wears w dark shades of nail polish? 'here are two Pat Dolans in nhool? . . . George Zima's a diller on the dance floor?... 1 Rahnert nearly swallowed lelible pencil the other day? Lodney Richardson is a whiz mmar? . . . ln't it be funny if: Angorola stopped chewing . . . Eleanor Lokke was on ance? . . . Bob Schaefer d1idn't 5 name in the paper? . . . Bill was seen without his usual ndings - a flock of girls! Somebody contributed some to this paper? . . . People id some of the junk that up in the Lost and Found? ihirley Meltzer dropped a I . in the halls: e should be independent like l haven't seen my boyfriend Friday! Note: This was on .y. he'll do in a clinch! at wait till I find out who the gossip column!!! or girl: Tomorrow is senior ay. rcent Bystander: It is? What re you going to bring? hese escaped the censors: :ward will be offered to any- Jle to give information con- g why Dormis Zonsius keeps ra pair of shoes in her locker, ice to those who would grow .d brawny: Tom Orzada and Studstrop say that a ham- ' in a physics class is one 5 doing it. ede Anderson is now a re- l man. No more will he make vith the fairer sex. It all l when Betty Olson bet him le couldn't drive through a 1 muddy alley. Well, the next s car was still up to the hubs 1. ya ' while snoopin': tres Rlix and Annette Avery ieerfully kill the person who e string that held their mir- the inside of their locker. George Hopper's face red! nd in the lunchroom pulled the chair that he was about on. George's dignity is said e suffered a severe blow. Ju want to see Doc Hager- xirm, just casually call him Taft Tribune Inquiring Reporter Finds Boys Balmy, In Spring Time By Alan Sampson In accordance with the coming of Spring, Taft's inquiring repor- ter asks the somewhat seasonal question: What would you do on a warm spring night with a con- vintage? This many and va- the Taft stu- vertible car of '41 query has brought ried answers from dents. Some replies can be related, most not. Bob Kofoed, 4A, lover of convertibles at Taft and exponent of the theory that every high school boy should have a con- vertible car and a girl friend, would pack up his troubles and take a nice long trip to some south- ern clime and bask in the warm seas. the foremost Utopia Itself! Bob would like to find himself in a Utopian world inhabited solely by teen-age couples with super- powered convertibles. Bob likes convertibles the size of buses so that more girls will fit. Tom Wright, a senior, would like to include Miss Ruth Schaefer in his car and triple date along with Whitey Oberg tlast year's football captainj and a well known 4A class president, who also plays football, It is rumored via Taft-Locker Room-grapevine that Whitey would like none other than Jane Woods to accompany hfim while a young Miss by the name of Lois Meltzer would be included for our anony- mous aforementioned hero. And More Utopia! Jack Firth, another up-and-com- ing June graduate, would drive far far into the country alone and meditate on the state of the world and its possible cures. When it comes right down to it, Mr. Firth admits he would not waste such facilities wvithout a girl. Jim Daniels, junior, in reply to the question, stated briefly, Just guess what I'd do and where I'd go!!! Earle q I know her J Karlsen, another of Taft's gridders, would use football strategy and tactics and try a few passes or throw some blocks. Honey Baby . . . And you thought that a stop light is red! Weston Parker asked Miss Ella Luedeman not to asslign homework in French over the week-end. Miss calmly asked, What does it make to you? Luedeman difference You never do it anyway. I know, answered Weston, but at least my conscience will be clear. When someone asked Dolores Wechter where her bow was, she grabbed Jack Ze-chlin's arm and said, Right here. Page 3f irl of the Month This month's best seller at Taft and for Taft is Eleanor Vana, 4A, Principal L. A. Hoefer's choice for Girl of the Month. Eleanor de- serves this title because of her strong feeling for Taft as expressed lin her own words, The friendship of Taftites seems to be in the at- mosphere and you can practically feel it in your bones. Eleanor not only talks about Taft, but she does much for her school. She is president of the Senior Girls' club and of the Beta chapter of the Tri-Hi-Y. Other activities which occupy her time are the Student Council, the G. A. A. board, the Taft Tri- bune, the chairmanship of the graduatzion exercises committee, and the business managership of Miss Jane Carleton's division. Included in the chapters of El- eanor's life are many enjoyable pastimes. She loves movies which she attends at least once a week, and enjoys reading and dancing. Her favorite sports are basket- ball, volleyball, and speed boat riding. Summer is the season she likes best because she loves to spend a day at the lake swimming and end wit with a horseback ride. My favorite pastime, however, Says Eleanor, is eating spaghetti Eleanor Vana and meatballs. Eleanor's ambition is to go t college. I will probably start ou in the business World though. want to start at the bottom an work up to see if I'll be a disal pointment or otherwise, sh states. Eleanor has two pet peeves- chemistry and people who won let their hair down. The Tribune Presents Mrs. Walkez Easily recognized by her affable smile and manwia for fruit salad i Mrs. Margaret Walker, physical education instructor in the girls' gyl department. From the very first days when Taft was just a baby, Mr: Walker has been an outstanding asset to the fz culty. It was through her effort and whole-hearte Mrs. Walker enthusiasm that the G. A. A. was founded and i continuing full speed ahead, boasting the larges membership of any organization at Taft. Mrs. Walker collected her education at variou schools, graduat1ing from Normal school in Chicz go with a medal for outstanding achievement i practical work. She continued her studies at Columbia univei sity and there had the unique experience of bein a movie star without going to Hollywood. Sh was chosen to represent Columbia in a film mad by Pathe News to show form in vanious trac' events such as broad jumping and hurdles. It gave me a great thrill and satisfaction to be able to do these thing well, said Mrs. Walker. Mrs. Walker also studied at Lewis institut and the University of Wisconsin. She has always loved dancing of every type, even the modern danc interpretations. I do think some of the modern work is terrlificallp freakish, she added, but the modified versions will some day have 1 place in the high school curriculum. While on a motor trip through Europe, Mrs. Walker and her part: were stuck in the snow in the French Alps. Rescue parties were sen out and even the story-book St. Bernard dogs. It was a strange experi ence, she chuckled, for there we were stuck in a snow storm, and on. other side was St. Monitz gleaming in the sun, and we could do nothing but sit. It's really the only funny experience I've ever had, for you se. I'm not the clown type, she added with a wink. Q Page 38 Taft Tribune Bibliophiles Find Thrills in Stories AffC1f1100H Stor Hard Times Qf li-ii By Charlotte Snlith 'l-11 Indians, Horses Chapter III tConclusionJ i1t0?gl.he questioned the man at the Skyward by Richard E. Byrd, hero of the North Pole and Trans- Atlantic flights, uses the stark reality of his recurring adventures in the Antarctic as a background as he palints a. splendid picture of man's struggle to conquer the air. A few years ago, with ships and scientists, planes and sledges, Byrd entered the Antarctic in which lies an area larger than the United States that had never before been seen by the human eye. This story is full of action and adventure in which Byrd, who is an idealist as well as an explorer, projects his flyling aspirations into the future-a book that is as re- vealing to the mature mind as it is inspiration to youth. Microbe Hunters For tragedy, thrills, suspense and the like read Microbe Hunters by Paul De Kruif, noted scientist and author. This, a series of biograph- ical sketches :involving epoch-mak- ing discoveries, tells of the lives of Leewenhoek, Pasteur, Koch, Paul Ehrlich, and many other scientists. It is as discerning in its studies of temperament as it is accurate in its informatrion. The Loon Feather Turning now to the lighter side of life, a new book which tells the story of Oneta, granddaughter of the chief of the loon tribe of the Obikways during the fur trading days on Mackinac Island, is The Loon Feather written by Iola Ful- ler. From early childhood Oneta's destiny brought her in contact with the Whsite settlers. Deep woods of an Indian child's playground, the wash of waves on pebbles, the first robin's significant song, the snow, the ice, the smell of wood smoke: against this background unfolds the personality of Oneta and the beautiful love story which she tells in her own words. Give a Man a Horse Give a Man a Horse, by Char- les J. Finger is the story of Bob Honore, a young boy of 18 who has been reared by two uncles, one who breeds polo ponies and the other who is sin the oyster business. One of the uncles decides Bob is to be a business man, but Bob really hates office work. His thought is, Give a man a horse and an open country, and what more could he wish for? Bob's boss, an understanding man, talks the situation over wsith Bob and decides to send him to Seattle on business, and then for Bob be- gins a series of thrilling adventures that one will be surprised at read- ing. Henry C. Fitz has drawn 35 dash- ing pen and ink drawings that greatly add to the enjoyment of this unusual tale, Finally Kay spoke, a smile break- ing over her lips. Why, Bill Sar- gent, I never heard you talk like that before. Of course, I'll go with you, she pracoically cooed, and Bill, I'm sorry I got angry. Come, we'll take the bus. She took Bill's arm and they walked to the bus stop, each think- ing how swell the other was and that maybe it would be kinda' dif- ferent going to the dance on the bus. Mr and Mrs. Sargent sat alone in their living room reading. Every- one was gone-Bill to his dance and Carol to the movies with Way- ne. Mr. Sargent looked up from his newspaper and glanced over at his wife who sat quietly reading. He was proud to have Mary for a wife. When he had lost the money, he had been afraid of how she might react. After all, she had never done without, and to stand up under this new shock-well, it was quite a thing. It helped him a good deal. Mary Sargent glanced up and saw her husband looking at her. She spoke to him. What is it, Hen- ry?n I was just thinking, Mary, how well we've all taken this and passed the crisis. Why I never would have believed we could do :itg we all liked our luxuries so well. You're right there, Henry. Why, I actually believe we're enjoying it. But it won't have to last long, will it, Henry? she questioned, a sud- den frown upon her face. Her husband smiled. Tiring al- ready, Mary? he asked. Well-l-l no-o-o, she said, hesitat- ing a little. No, not really, but the children don't like it very well. Poor Bill, he did so want the car tonight. Henry, he looked so be- wildered when he left. I wonder what happened? Don't worry, Mary. If I know my son, he made out all right, was the reply. Outside the livingroom door a figure stood in the darkness. When Mr. and Mrs. Sargent began discus- sing these things, the figure crept softly to the dining room door and found its way to the kitchen tele- phone. Give me Longdale 573. There was a pause. Hello, Mr. Barret. This mis Martha out at the Sargent place. Everything is working out as you planned. When? Tonight? All right, I'll be expecting you. Good-by. She hung up the receiver and went to her room. Shortly after 11 o'clock, just as Mr. and Mrs. Sargent were going up to bed, the front door bell rang. Now what in the blazes is that at this hour? asked Mr. Sargent as he went to open it. Yes. what is Good evening, Mr. Sargent. I'm very sorry to bother you so late, but I had a bit of trouble getting out here. Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Kurth Barret. All the time he had been speaking, he was making his way toward the living room. Mrs. Sargent came back down- stairs and joined her husband and the newcomer. I'll get right down to business, said Mr. Barret. 'Tm a lawyer and I think I'm the bearer of good news. Mary and Henry looked at one another. Mr. Barret continued, An uncle of yours died recently and left a strange will. Of course, we had to carry it out and, well, you folks bore up nicely. He noticed the puzzled look on their faces and hastened to explain. You recall the money you re- cently lost? That was part of your uncle's, Humphrey Sargent's, will. He wished to see if you were worthy of his S200,000 estate and he wished to be sure that the money would not be squandered. He provided in his will that I should hire a man to cheat you out of a goodly part of your money to see how you would react. That is where J. P. Rodgers comes in. He was employed to do just what he did. Your money will be returned the money left in the will. with Mr. Sargent let himself slowly down into a. chair. This was too much. Mr. Barret went on, Martha, your housekeeper, was asked to help. She said that you've all been crisis and have wonderful in this adapted yourselves to it in the best possible way. Now all you have to do is sign a few money is yours. Yippee ! ! ! the stillness. Bill had entered un- heard and witnessed the final words. Carol was a few feet behind and Martha stepped into the room. A few excited words explained the facts to them and they went about hugging each other in great joy. Mr. Barret stood by and watched until he was dizzy. Finally he cried out, Will someone get me an aspi- rin, quick? and promptly fainted. The end papers and the the shout broke Smelts All You Can Eat! Only l0c Tait Lunchroom, April 25 Each serving will be accompanied by crisp potato chips, delicious slaw. and wholesom bread and butler. loin the Iamboree Admiral Yahudi Commander in Ckiei of the Smelt Fleet April 18 Park Your C Special Sentiz Insure Its Sq Credit for the safe-kee automobiles and bicycles school parking lots belongs to Mr. ,audi sch see are besl Mr. Miller tage 2 guard hicles against would-be mc It is my aim, declared ler, to have each automo bicycle rider fill out a reg blank stating the make, y general description of his v Stalls Assigned With this information 1 we can assign stalls to eac' ist, giving preference to th drive daily. This would ai fusion in parking and wo afford much convenience riders. The boys are kept bu 7:30 a. m. until 4:30 p. in ing the cars and directin, so as to avoid congestion. their chief servuices to the has been to warn him of headlights. With the reg system in effect it will l easier to locate the owners cars, averred Mr. Miller. Two Boys Serve Each l At least two boys are each period. While one rel: preceding guard of his t other reports to Mr. Miller attendance and to gather tions. Whenever possible, M1 goes out to the lots to see things are going. In ret their services, the boys points toward a service av The guards are Robert Kenneth Landgraf, Wesley Ralph Schneider, Trumar berg, Donald Swanson, Tyssen, Robert Walden, Wiedenheft, and Quenti: 1B'sg Richard Slusser, Johnson, 2Bg Leonard A Charles Daniels, Frank D Viljo Stream, 2A'sg Rlicha sund, Henry Henricksen, 3 Donald Esser, Norman E and Donald Grindle, 3A's. ...1..i BOYS with Mechanical f sets to sell, bring them Robert Miller, room 21 9th periods. l 18, 1941 Lvcilla Holmes 461285 Traits Ideal Taftite cilla Holmes, English 4 stu- vf Mrs. Chrissie Lascher, is nner of first prize tone dol- activity ticketsj on the ques- What Qualities of Character , the Ideal Taftite Possess, 1 of the regular essay contest iced in the March 14 issue. judges awarded second 50 cents in activity tickets, la Anderson, English 5 stu- uf Mrs, Gladys Hansen, and prize of 25 cents in activity to Shirley Hoban, English ant of Miss Martha Hinkel. cilla's answer appears be- The Ideal Taftite ently my mother called our .on to an article in the Atlan- mthly, a letter an English wrote to his small sons on 'e of his entrance into war. s letter he mentioned some e qualities he hoped they develop. In my opinion the he set for his small sons well be applied to Taftites. nhe top of the list he placed like Sincerityj' and that :overs many desirable quali- Jne who has sincerity has y, honor, and loyalty. Often are means open to a high student for lying and cheat- ut an honorable person will Jve these things. Unless a - girl is honest with himself, ll never face problems and with straight forwardness. y to one's personal ideals me ideals of the school seems to be included in sincerity. rect for others, their rights, leir property is necessary if to live happily with others. rt for law and order and for overnment are traits essen- the character of a good cit- whether student or wage- iccessful high school student have ambition to learn as as possible about every sub- Inowledge tis priceless equip- for earning a living and en- a full and active life. fe but remember the Words, line own self be true, we'1l aturally develop a Rocklike ity and a fine character. er Winners Stress Loyalty 1 Anderson, second prize ', considers a friendly and 11 attitude toward both rs and students of supreme .ance in the :ideal Taftite and zoiiperation and loyalty, de- 'ated in willingness to sup ll school activities, as neces- djuncts. ley Hoban, third prize win- nphasizes the following fac- cleauliness in appearance iought, sportsmanship, good Taft Tribune Ballot for Ideal Taftites -1- Contest Closes .Monday at Midnight Boy ....................... Semester in school ..... Girl ..,, ,,,,,, . .. Semester in school ..... I-liter inserting your selections, hand this ballot to your division teacher so that she may insert it in your division's envelope. which a representative ot the Trib will pick up Monday during division. Should you tail to get the ballot to your teacher on time, place it in the box in room 116 labelled Ideal Taitite. Watch tor the results in the May 9 issue. s WHAT DO YOU THINK THE S T COUNCIL SHOULD sa DO TO IMPROVE CONDITIO . THE LUNCHROOM? Write your answer plainly on one side tif the paper in not more than 200 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsl: the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity tickets, the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the May 23 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, May 9. These Make '40' Many Taftites were disappointed April 1 when the copies of the Fools' issue ran short. Those who made 40 are: 301, Anna Mae MacDonald, 2B, Lino 307, Marilyn Ellinger, 1B, Kelly 108, Marion Pittatsis, 2A, Seyller 110, Jean Siegler, 3B, Hansen 206, Betty MacMillan, 4A, L, Perry 203, Bill Bolek, 4A, Hershenhouse 211, Olive Horst, 3A, Kiley 214, Eleanor Vana, 4A, Carleton 217, Lois Swanson, 3A, Lewis 219, Bill Cameron, 4B, Buchwalter 301, Lillian Majka, 3A, Scanlon 306, Gertrude Billings, 3B, Fink 317, Walter Schalk, 4A, Rogers 321, Ruth Wahlberg, 4B, Halverson The under-25 are: 107 a.m., 304 a. m., 310 a. m., 313 a. m., 319 a. m., 107 p. m., 108 p, m., 113 p. m., 117 p. m., 207 p. m., 208 p. m., 209 p. m., 210 p. m., 214 p, m., 216 p. m., 221 p. m., 308 p. m., 317 p. m., and 319 p. m. conduct and manners, scholarship, dependability, and willingness to support all school activities. Shirley's final statement is, The principal, the teachers, and all the pupils must be the ideal Taftite's friends. Indicate your opinion of the ideal Taftite by voting on the ballot provided on this page. Meet the Cashier And th' Grandmama Of Taftiv Cafeteria By Nancy Gray As we continue the story of the personel of the Taft cafeterxia, we come across Mrs, Lorraine Berg, the cashier that gives the faculty their coffee 'n cream. Mrs. Blanche Smith, manager, finds Mrs. Berg so able a worker that she decided, in her own words, to be lazy and let her take over all the bookkeeping for the lunchroom. Mrs. Berg, who lives in Norwood park, worked at that school CLaneJ for five years before com- ing to Taft when it opened. She has two children, both of whom go to Taft-Warren, a 3A, and Patsy, a freshie. Along with Mrs. Berg goes the practical joker, the artist, and the grandmother of the company, Mrs. Clara Johannsen. As to the practical joking, no- body will leave belongings unlocked around the lunchroom because that is the green light for Mrs. Johann- sen's pranks. She claims that she has been blamed for everything that has happened in the lunch- room except stealing the cow from the milk trophy, won by Taft's milk drinking experts last year. This is Mrs. Johannsen's first Page 315 why study English? Daily Social Use, Professional Needs Reasons Sufficient By Shirley Wheldon ' To all those who say, Why d we have to study English? 'We Suri ly must have had enough of it bg now! this column is dedicated. First 1et's all agree that languag is indispensable, for without it W would be lost. Therefore, why no make a good job of learning to us it properly? In your English class taught oral composition, will give you poise and surance in speaking before a grour This assurance will make you fee Peopl you ar whicl self as socially equal to others. often become speech consciou when with others because they ar not sure of correct speech. Words of Importance Maybe you have never considerel them, but words are extremely ini portant. Arguments are settled, ai ticles are sold, and don't forget fellows, girls are even won witl Words. Miss Helen Teeters, of the Eng lish faculty, remarks, You ar judged every time you open you mouth! Why not make that judg ment a good one? English is of considerable impol tance vocationally. The lawyer uses lit to a great ex tent. Many legal cases are won bj skillful use of English. Teacher must be able to speak intelligentlj while teaching a class. Salesmel need linguistic ability to transac business. Stenographers are relie on to know correct grammar. Prc fessional writers and copy reader could not secure a job without i1 Therefore, you can see what an as set it is to know corect Englnish. Graduates Lament Graduates have come back t school lamenting because they hav not taken their English cours more seriously. Don't let this hat pen to you! is a worthwhile warn ing. Those who appreciate good Eng lish can enjoy lectures, books, ann radio programs that are above thi minds of the average, You are sure to find that a thoi ough training in English cis neces sary both for college work and lift in general. Everyone should make use of his opportunity to learn English, ,fa the use of language develops per sonality and greatly enriches life.- school, Her specrialties are taking care of the teacher's lunchrooh and Uprettying up the table foi any of Principal L. A. Hoefer'1 guests. Mrs. Johannsen was in th. catering business before coming t4 Taft. Mrs. Johannsen's granddaughte: is two and one-half years old ant she also has a daughter attending Ressurection school. Page 40 Taft Tribune April 18, In the Boys, Locleer Room -1- By Jack Sampson -- Recent days have seen the Taft Eagle soar to still greater heights .n various city wide intersectional zompetitions. The Eagle baseball team smashed Jut an 11 to 0 victory over Wells ln their first practice game of the year, and the swimming team arought Taft to the fore :in the re- :ent city-wide competition. In the ball game, Wells is re- qorted to have played a little bad- .y, but the Taft team did outplay md out-hit the Wells nine. The starting line-up for Taft was is follow: Anderson, left, Peter- son, first baseg Fisher, second oaseg Dabbert, center, Holiday, :hird baseg Basak, catcher, Dalton, right: Dura, shortg and Wohlleber and Behm, pitchers, And in the Seventh Inning- The seventh inning was the one that gladdened the heart of every Eagle fan. To start things moving Dura walked, Carroll singled, Pe- terson walked, and Dabbert's sec- ond hit of the game brought in runs. All in all, when the Eagles had finished their drive, Filemore. Sienkiewicz, Behm, and Basak had scored in addition to those men- tioned above. Result of the inning was eight runs. The second game of the season proved somewhat different in out- come. Taft was beaten by a strong Farragut team by a score of 8 to 8. The line-up for that game was as follows: Zeterburg, leftg Peterson, center, Behm, thirdg Mikulka, right, Dura, shortg Basak, catcher, Ducay, first: and Tarzyinski, sec- ond. The pitchers were Sienkiewicz and Dabbert. Swimmers Score In the last city high school swimming competitions held at Roosevelt, Taft qualified two en- tries, a medley team consisting of Leroy Milner, Dick Glauche, and Alan Sampson, and Richard Norlie in the 50-yard free. Vtfhile the swimmers took no firsts, the out- come of the meet and the boys' accomplishments proved a surprise to many of the longer established schools. The medley team qualified fifth against such schools as Lane, Crane, Tuley, Farragut, Sullivan, and Schurz. Richard Norlie placed third in the finals against three Lane swimmers, a Crane man, and a Bowen man. MOTHERS ! Attend the skit, Help Want- ed, to be presented Monday at 1:30 p. m. in the auditorium at the regular P. T. A's. meeting. Survey Shows Boys Prefer Tamer Sports Softball and touch football are the two most popular team games among Taft boys, while swimming, skating, and cycling are tl1e pre- ferred individual activities, accord- ing to a survey just completed by Coach Joseph Kupcinet, head of the boys' physical education de- partment. The survey further indicates that tumbling and apparatus work are activities in which Taft boys have the least interest. Fencing, bad- mlinton, shuffleboard, soccer, and archery are sports in which the greatest number have not partici- pated. A total of 715 boys, grouped ac- BULLETINg The golf team is staging a tournament at the Big Oakes golf course today about the ninth period. The very large turn- ou't for the team made this elimi- nation tournament necessary. BULLETIN: Coach Saul Farber is issuing a final call for track candidates. The boys are now work- ing on the bare fundamentals of their respective events and are gen- erally conditioning their muscles. cording to their years in school, filled out questionaires on which they indicated the interest in 23 different sports. Recommendations for adjusting the physical education curriculum have been proposed on the basis of the survey results. TT. T1 T 1 .uf 11 r,..1-,1--L-.... I I l r Senior swimmers, left to right, top row: Jack Sampson, Richard Fell, LeRoy Milner, Bob Kofoed, Earl Melligan, Alan Sampson, middle row: Bob Johnson, Dick Glaushee, Bill Lingenfelder, Irwin Nelson, Ray Friedland, Dan Novakg bottom row: Joseph Rentscher, George I-Iopper, John Pedersen, Walter Lahey, Gerard Weber. Photos by Coach Harry Miller. Junior swimmers, left to right: Joseph Flanagan, Frank Bost- wick, Howard Schalk, Richard Norlie, Paul Pedersen, Alan Dompier. In the Girls' ig, 'Locker Ro --- By Pat Dolan - Spring, spring, beautiful -baseball. Teams will be -baseball. Teams will be ized as soon as the basketba nament ends. The word basketball br mind the fact that the intl tournament is now in p The teams have been playi ing the weekly long divisi iods. Notices will be sent sions scheduled to play. There won't be enough F1 use the double elimination where losers play losers. 1 the losing team wlill autom drop out of the tournament. Frosh basketball will st: day now: keep your eyes a open for a bulletin to this 4 Apparatus Group Act According to Mrs. D Winter, members of the ap group a1'e busy getting the tied up in knots and chang color of their skin fto blz blueb. If sounds of battle are coming from the girls' gyi afternoon, don't get excit not the Charge of the Lig gade, but some of the gir ticing their Clean-up campa dance. Those who will execu novel dance for your entert1 in the assembly soon a dred Zima, Wanda Fisher, ie Anderson, Lydia Lup' Verne Seibt, and Mary D Louise Soper will accompai on the piano. G. A. A. Elections So Any letter girl is eligible for candidacy for office in A. A. Elections will take May, and offices will be l one year unless the officei ates before this time. Any 1 feels she is capable of hold particular office should s application to the Board of Board of Control meeti held every other Friday lf ng division. Don't forg health class G. A. A. rep tives' meetings are the firs' in each month in the girls' The two girls with the l sible posture have been from each health class, at this group 10 will be pic final school winners. SPORTS FANS! See Taft's waterboys, 1 on this page, swim agaii Steuben's this afternoon opponents' pool. D AL TA rrmss sr ml- J- 0 , Wotta Life The Play S In SPring,, 1 M Q The Thing lv, No, 6 rraft High School, Chicago, Illinois May 9, 191 Senior lVIoguls'HoldiConsultation p v V i 1 ienior class officers and committee heads gather in Trib office to co-ordinate plans for grad- on activities. They are, left to rightg Eleanor Vana, graduation committeeg Alan Sampson, giftg lyn Hass, class secretaryg Robert Schaefer, presidentg Jean Bostwick, vice-president and social .mitteeg Tom Flynn, treasurerg Ruthjayne Aeberly, publicity committeeg Charleton Bard, prom. ide Class Gott, rcheon, Tromj 'vocation Sites imuniques from the various ' activities' front: m committee, Moy 8 fTaft ul news sercicej-The latest this front indicates that a tic struggle is still being l over the question of who slay - Kenny Layton or Lee d. to the Prom site a decision made in favor of Shawnee ry club on the shores of Lake gan in Wilmette. duction committee, May 9 SJ-Taft's June '41 grads all it quits at the Steinmetz school on or about June 25. arrangement was arrived at se of the comparative small- if Taft's auditorium. tal committee, May 9 KTSNSJ m here tit appears the seniors told a luncheon at the Edge- Beach hotel sometime in Prices are indefinite, but ttes run from 75 cents to a plate. committee, May 9 Bulletin SJ-According to Chief-of Alan Sampson, the grads are ' Taft an electric scoreboard. Hilarious Comedy Presented Today In the spring a young man's fancy lightly turns to-?? If you want to know the answer to this all-important question, come and see the scrambled love story of today's youth, Wotta Life in Spring, the fifth or seventh period today as presented by the Proscen- .ium Players under the direction of Mrs. Vera McConville, You'll feel sorry for Donnie who has so-o-o many troubles over his first date, laugh at poor Chump, who is completely infatuated with the super-sophisticated Suzanne, the girl from the East, and sympa- thize with poor Jane whose air castles suddenly go tottering. The Jones Faniilv will be wait- ing for you the fifth and- seventh if you have 10 cents. There tis never a dull moment in the Jones family. The cast in order of appearance includes: Mother, Marilyn Sonder- many Marjorie, Harriet 'Grund: Bert, Charles Trickg Donnie, Dan Zacharyg Chump, George Hanke and Bob Behr: Jane, Doris Zon- slusg Father, Glen Jorlang Susan, Pat Petersong Goo-Goo, Mary Jane Caboor and Marsha Lltke. Students Invited To lumni Hop Along with the birds, flowers, and the turning of a young man's fancy, spring also brings the first spring dance of the Taft Alumni association. The affair, sponsored by the first graduating class of Taft in honor of the February '41 grads, will be held at Rand Park, Des Plaines, tomorrow night, Music will be tur- nished by Correy Lynn and his band. Mr. L. A. Hoefer, principal, Mr. Joe Kupcinet, athletic coach. and Mr. George Colodny, formerly of Taft, will he guests of honor. The February class, just recently inducted into the association. has already taken an active part. Their class officers now form an advisory committee along with a few of their former classmates. Students of Taft may obtain bids, which are 51.50, from repre- sentatives of the senior divisions, or they may see Mrs. Mary Farrell, sponsor of the alumni. Other bids will be sold by members of the dance committee or in many of the stores in Norwood and Edi- son parks where posters are shown. ,I BQLIBIOSSOHI Time by Romherg. M usicDe1vartmen Combines T alenl For e Gala Festival I Only a few tickets are still ava able for the concert performan -to be given by 350 stuilents in t1 auditorium next Thursday evenin - Included on the program are tl mixed chorus directed by Mrs. H len Scanlon, the girls' chorus ' Mrs. Ruth Lliuo, and the band ai orchestra byfplvlr. John Rapier. A special fe ture will be ti patridfiic numbers to lie sung l the mixed chorus. Mixed Chorus Featured Mixed chorus soloists for a Rt sian folk song a1'e Jeanette Bognc Betty McQuillrin, Gloria Kissel, R semarie Favretto, Gloria Dixo Rosa Ohanision, George Fische Robert Stensland, and Bob Shai burg. Participants in a dance numb to accompany the songs are Mil red Zima, Lydia Luptak, Wam Fischer, Shirley Elnnke, and Cu lestine Hofman. June Swanson, Dorothy Kruege Bill Hagerup, Tfd Pfeister, Jo: Shaw, Mildred Idle, Jack Zette berg, and Bob Schaefer are the s loists for Song of Love fro f Several small groups from tl band and orchestra will be fe tured. Jim Olson, baritonist, Gler Jorian, trombonist, Stanley Loga tlrumniist, and Bill Bornhoff, cla inetist, will be soloists. Girls' Chorus Performs The Girls' chorus will presel their accompanist, Betty Holida as piano soloist and Josephine Ge diellee and Eielyn Soellner, ll colorntura soprano, as vocal sol ists. A double trio consisting of Jur Elphinstone. Josephine Gendielle Shirley Peterson, Grace Ferbe Barbara Ellis, and Gertrude Strw zewski and a dance group directe by Lucille Nitsche will present minuet. The dancers include: S1 nia Paulson, Charlotte Zimme Floyetta Wheeler, Lucille Nitschi Jean Cullen, Ann Marie Danielsei Mannella, De Roeck, and ShirLe Turner, Accompanist for this numbe will be Ruth Schielka, Page 42 Taft Tribune May 9 The uniors and Seniors Choose These for Ideal Tafti Top, Robert Schaeffer, choice for ideal 4A boyg center, Eleanor Vana, for 4A girlg bottom, Carl English, for 3B boy. Bookroom Workers Picnic with Ruben Entering into the true spinit of clean-up, the book room staff spent the last week before the clean-up vacation in typical clean-up style. They carefully removed all the hooks from the shelves, dusted them, washed and wiped all the shelving, and in general made the book room spic and spun. To top off their campaign, Mr. Irving Ruben, bookroom supervisor, entertained his staff with a picnic Saturday, April 26, at Caldwell woods. Typical picnic games, such as baseball and volley ball, were played. Marilyn Daebel, selec1 ideal 3B girl. g Top, Nancy Gray and Jack Winton, proclaimed ideal 4B's by pop- ular voteg bottom, Donald Johnson and Doris Zonsius, ideal 3A's. Fencing Club Holds First Meetingg Plans To Establish Taft Team Last week the Fencing club, sponsored by Mr. Irving Ruben, held its first regular meeting. As a result of the election held then, George Knight is chairman and Tom Alcott, secretary. At present the membership is 16. Meetings are held during the sec- ond period Thursday in room 320. Each boy must supply his own equipment which will cost four or Dive dollars. Next semester members hope to have a regular team and fence with other high schools. Music, the Universal Language, was the theme of the last meeting of the Taft German club held April 24. Following the theme, suggested by its president, Gladys Fredrick, various members gave reports on the lives of German composers. They were accompanied by others on the piano, violin, and guitar. Clay modeling has been the theme of the work the 12 members of Miss Alice Brady's Art club have been participating in for this semestexxl They list among their accomplishments bookends, vases, figurettes, and centerpieces. The members are Robert Larson, Lorraine Peterson, Doris Erickson, June Trani, Betty Madsen, Peggy 15 Divisions Make '40' on Last Issue The following people sold 40 or more copies of the April 18th issue. 110, Jean Siegler, 3B, Hansen 201, Elmer Cato, 4A, Farber 203, Bill Bolek, 4A,Hershenhouse 206, Betty Ann MacMillan, 4A, L. Perry 209, Lorraine Rozanski, 3A, Mit- chell 211, Olive Horst, 3A, Kniley 214, Eleanor Vana, 4A, Carleton 217, Lois Swanson, 3A, Lewis Gertrude Billings, 3B, Fink 306, 311, Margaret Pekara, 4B, Deven- ish 317, Walter Schalk, 4A, Rogers 321, son 301, Anna MacDonald, 2B, Lino 307, Marilyn Ellinger, 1B, Kelly Millicent Sadlier, 3A, Gros- Ruth Wahlberg, 413, Halver- 316, ser, who sold 40 copies of the last two issues but was never men- tioned in this column. Room 207 p. m., f????l, and 317 a. m., 4????l, 1A and 1B di- vaisions respectively, shared the booby prize on this issue by selling only seven papers each. Wolf, John O'Grady, Lois Meltzer, Dorothy La Gorlo, Helen Booth, Ernestine Greschner, and LaVerne Kuecker. Eleanor Vana, WinsA cclama B Largest Va After the contents of boxes, crammed with last votes for ideal Taftites, we lated, Eleanor Vana, 4A, D of the Senior Girls' club a' Tri-Hi-Y, had received the number of votes polled combatant in the Trib Among 4A girls Ruthjayne ran second and Jean I third. Two-thirds of the conte ners are honor students w remainder have E-G a and all are active in somt function. President of the senior ci prominent football stan Schaefer, 4A, also emerge with Alan Sampson and B day tying for second place Winton Leads 4B Bc In a close race among boys, Jack Winton, presi the honor society, took tl light while Bill Lessman z Behr followed second and Nancy Gray, vice-presiden Student Council, was prc ideal 4B girl with Mary Ja ley and Marilyn Sonderi runners-up. Brunette cheerleader an coach, Doris Zonsius, ant man-about-Taft Don bagged the titles in the 3. Johnson's runner-up was Althamar while Ruth Schal Maryalice Youmans were only to Doris. English Model 3B In a Carl English lal the football center polled ond most votes to becoml 3B boy. Frank Bostwick, second, was his only real r Marailyn Daebel was the : for 3B girl whlile Jean Sie, Marian Holden ran a close 9, 1940 Taft TfibUH6 Iv6I 46 ,fav eshmen and ,Sophomores Select These as Nigh Perfect rilyn Ellinger, selected as IB girl. wer C Iassmen tray Uwn Set- rtial to Seniors ly underclassmen apparently e that a Taftite cannot be until he or she is at least lor. Therefore many of them 'ed their own group to vote lrominent upperclassmen in eal Taftite contest announced April 18 issue. fever, loyal 2A boosters gave rnors to Lucille Nitsche, pres- of the Girls' chorus, with lerite Fraser taking second a very close vote, George t, new treasurer of Central Pan-American leagues, polled ght majority over Robert er in second place and e Fischer third. ,renee Johnson, Ideal 2B 'ence Johnson completely ished all rlivals while Betty s was followed by Esther son and Lucille Sussland for 3 titles. football team for Clarence ie mixed chorus for Betty are lief interests of these idols. lA's went to town for Merle in and Robert Forney. The rs up among the boys were Nagner and Roderick Velde Dorothy Dob-er and Janice ins tied for second place 3 the girls, Forney a Singer iey is a member of the Mixed s and Merle a G. A. A. repre- ive. Schneider lB orchestra er, took the limelight .in his while George Zinia placed and Tom Craft third. tlly, Marilyn Ellinger, dimin- business manager for Miss 'ine Kelly's division and Trib contest winner. took top hon- the 1B group. Mary Wlilliams second, and Beverly Palm Janne Klusman tied for third Top, Clarence .Tohnson and Betty Clawes, acclaimed ideal 2B's by student voteg bottom, Merle Cureton and Robert Forney, ideal 1A's. Honor Society Promises Festival Plans for an elaborate Flower Festival and dance next month were announced at an open meet- ing of the Honor society during p. ni. assembly periods Apnil 25. According to Henrietta Kritik- son, general chairman of the festi- val dance, Evelyn Sievers, Dorothy Dietz, Nancy Gray, and Howard Behm will assist her with exhibiits, displays, and properties. Dorothy Wleklinski, treasurer, further announced the intention of the honor society to award super honor pins to the five graduates With the highest scholastic aver- ages each February and June. Joanne Shaw, chairman of the program committeeg Patsy Dolan, publicity commlitteeg Leila Ander- son, service committeeg and Jean Bostwick, scholarship committee, were introduced by President Jack W'inton. Joanne, with whom the idea of the Honor society originated, pre- sented some of the students in each class with the highest number of honor society points. A Dorothy Dietz, vtice-president of the society, explained that 'Taft honor students arefnot worms but verv alive vonniz neoiilTe. To Bard Becomes City? Health Commiitioner For Youth Week Fefe - Public health commissioner of the city of Chicago! Such was the role played by Charleton Bard, 4A, for two hours Wednesday, April 26. as part of the Youth Week activi- ties sponsored by the oivic groups of the city, whose purpose was to bring attention to the youth of Chicago. As a representative from the Norwood fieldhouse district, Char- leton competed in a 45-minute test the previous Saturday and received fourth place or, in other words, the position of chief of the Board of Health. After being inducted ,into office the officers of the city were,ban- queted at the College Inn of the Hotel Sherman, n confirm her statement, Charleton Bald. chairman of out-of-school activities and hobbies, offered a summary of the many and varied interests of society members. A report on the services render- ed the school by honor students was' given by Millicent Sadlier, secretary. In closing, Walter Schalk, 4A, read the creed' which he had writ- ten for the honor- snrrintv Top, George Knight, student: choice for ideal 2A boyg center Lucille Nitsche, for ZA girl bottom, Daniel Schneider, fo 1B boy. Rosemary Goldfein Adrian's New Rival The winning costume in th Sub-deb designing contest held b Marshall Field and company thi spring was entered by Rosemar Goldfein, daughter of Mrs. Id Goldfein, art teacher at Taft. Rosemary tis only 15 and a str dent at Amundsen high school. Sh received the first prize award o 3550. Rosemary's entry along with th other winning designs will be mad and sold exclusively by Marshal Field's. The completed dresses will be ex hihih-til nt A ...sf e..1,... vh..t.:A.. ..1.-.-. Page 44 Taft Tribune May 9, If Raleigh Came to Taft- Sir Walter Raleigh at Taft! That's a laugh! A gentleman in high school! Impossible! I cannot even conceive this incident as happening. Just imagine yourself walking along the halls in between bells and not having some so called gentleman shove past you sending Your books flying in every direction as he continues, seeming to forget that the foot- Jall season is over, leaving you to chase your books as they are being ticked down the hall by the crowd. For that matter, take the lunch room. After being pushed around for 'ive or ten minutes, you finally succeed in finding just the salad to keep Jour waistline down, only to rave a grimy hand reach out and take it from under your eyes. Bent but unbroken, you continue into the lunch- -oom and run a race with the gentleman next to you for the last re- naining chair, only to fiind him occupying the seat when you reach it. I have always understood that the female is the weaker of the sexes, :ut familiar to us all is the picture of a gi1'l, her arms breaking under a oad of books, while her gentleman companion, hands in pockets, whistles at her side. No, I fear that if Sir Walter Raleigh W6l'9 at Taft, he would be a very nuch surprised man. Stir Walter as you know, was the perfect gentleman, ind if he got a glimpse of our modern gentlemen, he would be glad he was safe in his grave. That's where chivalry is too. Mary Jayne Beers, 3A. If the modern female met Sir Walter Raleigh at Taft, she wouldn't :ecognize him. She is surrounded by so many perfect gentlemen in everyday life that Raleigh would appear an average male. The trouble .s that girls just take us fellows too much for granted. A girl careening down the cornidor may smash into a boy who is peacefully sauntering along, but will simply cast an icy stare at the victim and continue on her merry way not noticing that the gentleman is the one that apologizes, A gentleman holding a door open seems to be good enough reason to a girl for stepping all over his feet as she passes .hrough. When a boy calls for a girl in a shiny car, she doesn't mlind puttinlg ier feet all over the upholstery because, after all, the boy can clean up Lhe mud in a mere few hours' work. The fact that the boy doesn't have much money doesn't bother her. She's glad to starve herself for a day just so that she can gobble up a half dozen sodas or order an enormous linner, leaving enough to feed an army. A female in school is a menace to in-between period traffic. If she isn't running at breakneck speed, she's crawling along with half.a dozen other girls across the hall forming a blockade as impenetrable as the Zhicago Bears' line. Gfirls should join the painters' union. It seems that everywhere you look you see some damsel primping her precious locks and plastering on layers of cosmetics. The fact is girls are as discourteous as Sir Walter Raleigh was zourteous. Stanley Logan. Ed, nate: In a hot debate where sparks flew the students of Miss Janice Fink's sixth period English class thus vented their feeling, The opinions expressed above are representative. Taft Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHO0L ' 5625 North Nntoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinois May 9, 1941 Price Five Cents Editor-in-chief: Ruthjayne Aebel-ly. Assistant editors: Cyrilla Matuszak, Lorraine Rlsavy. Make-up editors: Jean Bostwick, Harriet Myers. Features: Bill Bessemer, Pat Dolan, June Pemble, Dolores Schmall, Char- lotte Smith, Alan Sampson, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon, Shlrlee aage. News: Charleton Bard, Warren Erickson, Jeannette Granberg, Nancy Gray, Lenore Green, Jean Kofoed, Winifred Pufunt, Jack Sampson, Eleanor Vana. Typists: Virginia Hunt, Bob Kofoed, Lorraine Mazzonl ,Irene Wiedow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. ' Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr. Paul Blgler. Nonsense Gleaned . From Here, There, Everywhere at Taft Did you know that: Mr. Addison Purcell, chemistry teacher, is a student of the diffi- cult instrument known as the pia- no? Rumor has it that he can now play the scale with both hands. Lorraine Gross, 3B, got her DUI ple peeper from the well-known door? The field of dishwashing is going to become over-crowded if Miss Ma- ry Johnson's prophecy for her F students comes true? John Magnus has become so over- ly-intelligent since his return from a recent treip that he is now refer- ring to his new mental attitude as A. M. tafter Mexicoj? Frank Bostwick and Roger Ernst are the likliest looking juveniles that this column has seen on a ten- nis court this year? tIt's just a racquet with them.l Mr. John Rapier, band leader, bet his orchestra ice-cream sandwiches that his band would make an S rating lin the city contest? Seen while snoopin': , Roy Swanson, 4B, announcing that his family has four radios. Some class! Le Roy Moore, ZA, insisting that it is not ,Tallyrand but Sally Rand who figures in history. Nancy Conklin and Caroline Rap- pold, 3A's, limping around Taft after a strenuous expedition on their velocipedes. Harriet Dr. Sawbones Meyer demonstrating by a sketch on the blackboard Mr. John Piuppo's chipped radius tallas broken bonel. Betty Ehrlich, 3A, showing the chem lab the sweater she has made with one sleeve a foot longer than the other. Hidden Personalities: ' There has been a complaint that the Taft Tribune does not bring out hidden personalrlties, but only limelight seekers. Always glad to oblige, We give you two hidden personalities for this week, those two modest, blushing, dynamos- George Fisher and Robert Stens- land, 2A's. The official timekeepers for the mixed chorus, it is their duty to lnform the members when it is time to collect the music. Rain or shine they have never failed their trust. We pause a moment in trib- ute to these true-blue examples of flowering manhood. tThey're just sprouts at heart!l Whose cry pierced the stillness of Miss Ella Luedemann's ninth period French class? Could it have been Kay Vettes sitting on a. tack? Could be! !! Prom committees do have their troubles. Mary Martorana, 4A, and Jean Linden, 3A, had to thumb a ride to B Kas station when they got The Bellow Of the Tafzi Moo! Moo! We drank the milk, but vs our cow? Miss Blanche Smith, lun manager, you remember, w sented an award for Taft s by officials of the milk d contest recently held in Chic high schools. Since the assembly in wh silver cow was awarded, hung on the wall of the lun mounted on a beautiful pla1 til its recent disappearance only the plaque is left. Could the animal have l fair school to seek green! tures, or did it diisappear play? Donald Johnson Spring Fever? The days grow longer, tl more sun, Boys have more time to spel their Hon 3 They walk around in such , Their goo-goo eyes are all Joe thinks of his Babe, l his Jean, Don't Blanche and Don mal a team? Walks through the park, e' alone, The guy's in love, you can his tone. He comes in late, he drea loud, With the gift of love he se4 dowed. A home and a wife would ' fun, To come home to when the done. Suddenly the teacher says encores, Joe, Day-dream at home and nc you know. Bob Huhnke Do Tell Why did they did it? I knc did it 'cause I sawed them Nobody much but me saw did it so nobody much l knows they did nit. But they I ain't gonna tell 'cause I did it. It was them that did it worries me. Why did tl it? Maybe they was scared didn't did it somebody'd se But why did they did it flirst place, so they'd hafta other? 'Cause I don't blame didding it. I woulda too if l the other. I guess maybe it now why they did it, Anybot such goofy spring bonnets 2 women should duck down leys. I . a flat tire. Meanwhile the b behind the car. Now we ai was that a thing for gentle be doing? ?, 1941 change News Ph New Views tand in the halls between ieir classesg alk about books when a lacher passes. 1 her marks and how about might? vs, they're all right, and so Hshe might. in huddles, they are un- ware e halls are becoming notice- aly bare. an they exclaim, when they ear the class bell, don't get goin', we'll get lenty of . . . ! Amundsen Log. 3 S Sk good reasons why I never . sorority: vanted to think for myself be led around by a bunch rs. lever went for women's or- ons at home. idn't want a lot of fraterni- calling on me at night, ever had a date with a man life and I don't want to 1 ated the thought of having in close quarters with a lot 1. idn't like the idea of room- h one girl for a whole se- on't look well lin sleeveless gowns. n a man. Foreman News. lk ll Ik are wacky. Women are tin. rather be pretty than have good brain. A father be minus their shirts 1d their slips, 'er be caught without rouge 1 their lips. use might be burning right 1der their feet, l they'd not leave till their aps were complete, s and career girls as well, lls is true . . . ls admission applies to me, io. Chicago Daily News. If Sk ll -esn't drink, she doesn't noke, asn't spend her dimes on ,kesg sn't like to stay out late, lther sleep than have adate. sn't neck, she doesn't pet, she doesn't walk as yet. If Lites, Cuyahaga Fallls. lk Sk 1 said the aviator as his te didn't open, Here I go, to a conclusion. Haypress, Haywood, Calif. Taft Inquiring Reporter Discovers Taftites Wish Dance Center By Nancy Gray Do Taftites went to dance or do they want to dance? They certainly do. And where do they want to do it? Here at Taft! When asked, Would you like Taft to be a dance center, the answer was almost uu- animously, Yes, yes, a thousand times yes! After much meditation, 4B Bill Stephan's answer was twell padd- edj, Definitely yes. Jean Nessheim, 4B, said, You know, in Minneapolis they have a recreation center where you can bowl, dance, play ping pong, and have a really swell time. The cost is about 51.50 a year per person and students run it. This place is not in school, but it's quite an idea, yes? Swell for Norwood! Marilyn Daebel, 3B, isn't sure. For kids from Norwood and sur- rounding parts, it would be swell, says she. Lorraline Blum, 2A, is even more practical. I think it would be a good idea if there were lights on the surrounding streets and better transportation. Otherwise, it is a grand idea, The exception to prove the rule is Betty Jane Kreicker, 1A. Says she, No, The schoo1's too small. It's out altogether. I think we should have an outdoor swimming pool with a high dlive, though. Egad! And she things a dance cen- ter is out of the question! Freshie Likes Idea George Zima, diminutive IB dance expert, thinks, Sure, I don't See why there wouldn't be a large attendance. It's a. good idea. I'd come. John Stieber, 4A, thinks it's a great idea. There are other Taft students and graduates who go to dances at other schools that I'm sure would come here if they had the opportunity. Last we have Lorraine Holysz, 4A, thinking nit would be nice. We editors may dig and toil our hands are sore, Till But some poor fish is sure to say I've heard that joke before. The student gets our paper, The school gets the fame, The printer gets the money, The editor gets the blame. The Tigers' Tale, La Junta., Colorado. 1 4' IK In a parlor there were three- MHFY, a parlor lamp, and he. Two's a company, without a doubt, And so the parlor lamp went out! The Hornet. Q if ll Mother fas daughter enters house: What time is it? Daughter: Just one o'clock. Tribune Page 45 Boy of the Month April showers bring-Hillard Dura, 4A, Principal L. A, Hoefer's choice for May's Boy of the Month. Athletic sparks fly out of Hillard in all directions: he lives sports, eats sports, and dreams sports. Basketball and baseball, de clared Hillard very emphatically, are two of the flinest games there are. Hillard has been playing basket- ball ever since he entered high school at Schurz. At Taft he has participated in all the games as shortstop. Outside activities apparently ap- peal to Hillard, for he delivers papers in the morning and caddies during the summer. With this busy schedule one would think he would have no time at all for school activ- ities, but Hillard does find time to be a hallguard. Among his subjects are Spanish, English, civics, and geometry which he enjoys immensely. Hillard has always liked book- keeping on which he once wrote a 1000-word essay when only 250 were required. All teachers at Taft are pretty swell, says Hillard. I've had more opportunity to know Coach Saul Farber than any other 'profs' Hilliard Dura and so, consequently, I guess I like hlim the best. When Hillard leaves Taft he in- tends to go to Wright for two years and then two years to the Univer- sity of Illinois. As his future arn- bition he has his heart set on a C.P.A, career. Tri bane Presents Miss McGuire s The popularity of Miss Donna McGuire, girls' physical education teacher, with her mixed 4B-4A division is probably second only to her own enthusiasm for the division. The result has been two deluxe ice cream socslals -one a welcome plrty for new division members and the other a Lincoln's birthday affair, both re- ported to be highly successful. V Canadian by birth, Miss McGuire attended school two years in the North before coming to the United States. Later she attended Northwestern university where she received her B.S. and M.A. degrees. Deciding to became a teacher was simple, she explained, and I had only to choose between gym and dramatics, by two favorite subjects. Miss McGuire adores the United States but loves to travel in Mexico. She made her third trip south Miss McGuire of the border during the Christmas holidays and now has visions of a South American vacation. Traveling is one of her hobbies and sports is another with skating, modern dancing, and ballet taking preference, A I have no pet peeves, she insisted, 'tbecause I thing it's better not to have them. Miss McGuire sponsors the Taft Red Cross delegates, the Racquet club, and the Stunts club, has charge of all girls' health classes, and is co-sponsor of the G. A. A. '1 Mother las clock strikes fourbz Dear me, how that clock does stutter. if Sk Pk Sophomore: Were you ever bothered with athlete's foot? Freshman: Yes, once when the captain- of the football team caught me with-his girl. Newcastle News, Indiana. F D0 You ever think when you stroll :across Taft's beautiful campus that you are the cause of the death of millions of gay young. bladeg? Wouldn't Taft look funny with an fence around it. It took Stein- metz five years to complete theh- omnpus. Taft did it in one. r ,, We're not required to mow and sprinkle the lawn-just leave lt alone. Simple, lgn't it? , Y Page 46 Taft Tribune 40 Taftites Gain To Scholastic Ranking With Grades Earned In Second Quarter Below are listed the students who made either four S's or three S's and one E in their major subjects for the second quar- ter. The names are presented here as submitted by the division teach- ers: the Tribune can take no re- sponsibility for names omitted or misspelled. 4A's Ruthjayne Aeberly, Charleton Bard, Jean Bostwick, Gladys Fre- drick, Lorraine Holysz, Ceoilia Le- wandowski, Dorothy Machel, Cyr- illa Matusak, Lucille Muskat, Har- riet Myers, Florence Specht, and Mary Walkober, Alan Sampson, Jack Sampson. 4 B's Barbara Alitis, George Crist, Nancy Gray, Lois Johnson, Nancy Kreicker, Stephen Krutz, Lillian Ma1'ek, Bruce McDowell, and Wil- liam Stephan. 3A's Jaon Carpenter, Audrey Dietz, Patsy Dolan, Lorene Fosler, Jose- phine Gendiellee, Elsie Georges, Phyllis Harper, Mlildred Idle, Ro- bert Johnson, Lucille Kimpflin, Glorlia Kissel, Dorothy Krueger, Jeanne Lutz, Jean Nowakowski, Donald Parker, Kathryn Vettes, Dorothy Wleklinski, Jack Zetter- berg, and Doris Zonsius. 3B's Howard Jacob, Joann Love, Jane Ringquist. 2A's Lorraine Blum, Thaleia Chero- nis, Phyllis Dolan, Marilyn Ellis, Shirley Ford, James Forney, Mar- guerite Fraser, Gladys Barbara, Laverne Hogfelt, Florence Kamin- ski, George Klatt, Ethel Klipfel, Margaret Konczyk, Curtis Johnson, Lucille Larson, Ann Majercik, Lois Meltzer, Elaine Meyer, Margarette Pitzer, Arlene Poltrock, Judd Pope, Ruth Sollberg, Hillard Wachowski, Elmer Wideburg. 2B's Betty Clawes, Lois Duty, Howard Rudin, Rose Marie Schutte, Janeva Weichmann, Rosemary Wollstein. 1A's Jean Anderson, Geraldine Car- roll, Corinne Cleban, Helen Cza-, pewski, Robert Forney, Helen Her- man, Ernest Kowalski, ,Charlotte Mack, Robert Matheson, Beverly McLean, Robert Moreau, Frances Quan, Audrey Runde, Roy Wag- ner, Mary Wasklin. 1B's Betty Anderson, Marilyn Elling- er, Ruth Lund, Daniel Schneider. The Taft Tribune will print the names of those students who make all S's or three S's and one E for the third quarter when the information is available. P Senior Girls Reach Bab Daze Members of the Senior Girls' club, sponsored by Miss Grace Rogers, appeared thus on their Second Childhood day April 18. Gathered above, left to right, are: Eleanor Vana, Sophie Reimer, Virginia Herringshaw, Elaine Anderson, Gladys Thor, Lorraine Hansen, Shir Lee Turner, Marian Ellickson, Ann Boor, Beverly Brooks, Henrietta .Kritikson, Evelyn Hass, Joanne Shaw, Gladys Frederick, and Louise Soper. Scottie' Makes Music With Dishes in Mom, With Band in Evening By Lorraine Risavy Were it not for Mr. Russell B. Scott, the students at Taft would he obliged to go back to the primi- tive methods of' eating with their hands, or else they would have to be satisfied with dirty dishes. Mr. Scott, or Scottie as he is called by friends, is Taft's chief dishwash- er and lunchroom stock boy. He is a graduate music student of Wright Junior college and at the present is attending evening class- es at the Chicago Music conserva- tory, Scottie expects to receive his degree in music in another year and a half. Later he intends to teach band in some high school. He is a member of the City Band coun- cil, an organization which promotes group activity in high school and college bands. Mr. Scott starts work at 8 a. m. by getting the canned foods from the stockroom and keeping the cooks furnished with food-stuffs. With the beginning of the fifth period lunch rush, he is kept busy feeding the dishes into the electnic washer where they are cleaned by a series of soap sprays and are then put through two high pressure rin- ses. The final rinse is kept at a temperature of 185 degrees, and so the dishes dry in the racks. My pet peeve is people who do not put the bottles in the cases, averred Mr. Scott. Playlet, Awards Climax Clean-Up Their clean-up projects com- pleted, the winning divisions re- ceived their final awards during the clean-up assembly held April 24 during the lengthened division. The winning division, 110 a. m., headed by Mrs. Gladys Hansen, re- ceived first prize foramural paint- ed by the members of the class under the direction of Inez Nie- haus. The divisions winning honorable lI1LYltl0H were 206 a, m. CMrs. Lil- lian Perryj with a scrap book dis- cussing better homes by Evelyn Haas, 214 p. ml. fMiss Martha Hin- kelj with a scrap book containing Biblical phrasesg and 316 a. m. fMiss Irma Grosserj with a book consisting of original photographs taken by Stanley Logan, Each par- ticipant in these divisions was awarded honor points. Miss Alice Brady's art classes have contributed posters to the clean-up campaign. The winning poster was designed by Shirley Meltzer, ZA. She received a book, Famous Paintings by Marie Schubert, and three service points for her award. Second and third place were taken by Lois Meltzer, 2A, and John, Kradin, SA, respectively. They received two honor points each for their efforts. Barbara Bratz, 2A, received honorable men- tion. . The clean-up program presented April 24 consisted of a skit written May 5 Wh StuciyCh Li eis Essenti Depend Upoi By Shirley Wheld- Chemistry is not mag sometimes seems, but a what things are made of to make them. Chemists tinually discovering nev that will make our llives n fortable. Strange as it may seem, essentials of life-food, shi clothing - lean very defi chemistry. Foods are ma nourishing and palatable the discoveries of chemica Knowledge of vitlmins, 1 and growth are all dependl Chemical science involve of various metals, wood and plastics used to shelte varnishes and paints user servatives. Science Produces N As for clothing, there i no end to the processes i1 and then how about the wr nylon? It has been said that vs in every instance submit soning to experiment, ai istry gives this opportuni We have learned to pre per and cloth from wot from sand, sugar from c dyes of all colors from thousands of other m things. Considering chemistry ally there are a great ma bilities into which it can lc and most important job i the chemist. A good reseai ist is always in demand. and nurses make diagnos depend largely on the fir chemists. Pharmacy a Bran Pharmacists deal with d medicines which are deri chemical science. Dietic' pare correct dniets withak of chemistry. Many po crime problems are solved lical science. Although you may not pursue one of the professi tioned above, whatever you career might be, Chemie aid you in shaping it. It tain practical values for dividual, A foundation of mathei an absolute necessity to t ist. by Jean Bostwick and Shir ner, 4A's, under the dir Mrs, Vera McConville, sevr bers by the orchestra, d the physical education dej a song by the girls' chc presentation of the awe the winning division, and sentation of the clean-up g school. 9, 1941 Taft Tribune 'ins Quits Nest Film Chicago 901 Projects .ee Robins, head of the Taft education department, has aned to the Bureau of Cur- niculum of the Board of Edu- cation to help prepare a film showing some of the work in the Chicago public schools. He will work with Mr. Rob- ert White and Mr. Philip Mc Namee, other visual educa- tion experts. Edward Dwyer is taking Mr. s place at Taft. Robins er Sounds Gong 7 A M Relzearsalsg estra Now Wctim By Harriet Myers ry repeats itself. Rehearsals m., called by Mr. John Ra- lusical director, are again er of the day. This time, r, the orchestra members ones who are to turn out ri preparation for the city 'a contest to be held at Tu- 1 school next Tuesday even- st numbers will be Cava- erture by Isaac and the Pantomine from Hansel etel by Humperdinck. The s also known as the Chil- Prayer and is the theme ? the Ford Symphony or- on the Sunday evening orchestra plays it just like rd orchestra, Mr. Rapier , except that our rings t, and we get a few back- id have a bit of gravel in ik case. in members of the band en borrowed to complete the entation of the orchestra, of the absence of parts, the w instruments, which were d for the band contest, may played in the orchestra. instruments were 'lent to xler only a month ago. He an oboe to Clifford Smith, clarinet to Mike Powalazek, clarinet to Howard Jacobs, 'rench horn to Jim Conklin, l, P1ay! Also Norm Soder- ts switched from trumpet to ' the contest. Rapier stated, As much and effort is being put in- Jrchestra as there was for d H What Are Your Suggestions For A Code For Taft Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 200 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainments!! the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the June 6 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, May 23. Rumpled-shirt Spinning or the Yarn By Shirlee Kaage and Howard Jacob,,,T- Once upon a time there lived in the town of Java Jive, a tagged out miller who was the pater of a cute little de-icer. He was so hepped up about her beauty that one day he let slip to the King that his off- spring was so hep to domestic do- ings that she could even spin gold out of alfalfa. Now the old icklie was quite fond and demanded of the yaller stuff the babe to do her stuff. He lured our little flower to his lair, and she, never having been told not to talk to strange Kings, followed him. He threw a sheaf of alfalfa at her and snickered, Get cuttin', sugar, or the railroad tracks for you in the morning. With that, he turned on his heel fwhich describes himl and scooted down the hall. Poor Luella, who was not even hep to darn sox, let down her hair and sobbed. Before the wink of a wolf's eye tsuch as are seen roam- ling around Taftj, in popped a little geezer. Why all the lamenting, babe? he queried, I'm going to kick the bucket come morning 'cause I can't spin alfalfa into gold, she replied. What's it worth to you if I do it? I can see you're in a rut, he went on. Say, squirt, are you on the le- vel? asked Luella preparing to take off her saddleshoes. Watch my dust, says he, jump- ing astride the spinning wheel. So he spun and spun and spun till all the alfalfa was converted fand that aint haylg then he hock- ed the shoes and swished out. Come morning and the King cast his peepers on all this luxury: it just hepped him up for more. Then he tossed Luella into the clink and demanded a refill saying, If you're still in the groove, I'll make you my queen, but if not, it's curtains for you, honey, nice black ones. When she was just about ready to pull another sob, in blew our hero again, showed his union card, and began to spin. When the job was finished, Luel- la had nothing to give him: so he made her promise that after she became queen of the land, she would give him her first child. When the king saw this vast amount of wealth, he jumped for joy saying, Now what has Hitler got that I haven't got? A mustache, quipped Lu. The king was so amazed at this burst of humor from the country bumpkin that he rinsisted they get hitched pronto. When the stork brought little Junior, Lu was so overjoyed that she completely forgot her promise. But in blew our once hero and now villain saying, Let's have the bratg kiddog I came, I spun, I con- quered!! So saying, he grabbed the brat and started to run, but Luella, who could take just so much and no more, passed out cold. Now Mr X., who was really a lov- able chap beneath, tossed the brat back and said, If you can guess my handle, I'll make you a present of him. So he pulled a sneak. Luella let the sheep rest that night and counted names, but to no avail. The next morning she awoke with such heavy bags under her eyes that her nose thought it was a pack-horse, When she was about to give up believing in fairies, in came a Wes- tern Union boy with a singing tele- gram from an anonymous admirer that went Rumpled-shirt, Rumpled- Shift, today I play, tomorrow I work. Roody toot and a hi de ho! Will she guess it? No, no, no! When Luella got wise to the jar. gon, she smiled knowingly, and when Mr. X came, she was ready. Is it Droopy-drawers? No, no! Is it Spindle-shank? No, no! Then it must be Rumpled-shirt. Zounds! cried Rumpled Shirt, Who's the stool pigeon? and be- coming more and more angry, he grasped his left foot with his right H u Page 47 Jean Stuertz, Soph, Takes First Prize In Essay Contest 011 Favorite Class Jean Stuertz, English student, will receive the first prize, one dol- lars in activity tickets, for her an- swer to the question, The High School Class Which I Have Found Most Enjoyable, published in the April 1 issue. The judges, Mrs. Dorothea Win- ter and Mr. Saul Farber, have a- warded the second prize, 50 cents in activity tickets, to Lois Meltzer, English 4 student of Miss Maybelle Capron, and the third prize, 25 cents in tickets, to Duane Dean, English 2 student of Miss Martha Hinkel. Jean's essay appears below: The High School Class That I Have Found Most Enjoyable Tick, tock, tick, took was the only sound heard in my class of 40 busy exciting minutes. Every minute consisted of an additional particle of knowledge in my pur- suit of learning. The subject which I was taking was made interesting and enjoy- able by the teacher, and her method of putting it across to the students had wonderful results. Sometimes she might have wanted to scold or even give up her pro- fession, but instead she put a smile on her lips and continued in an experienced manner. The students were all consider- ate of the teacher and above all fair to one another. The class made possible the friendship between student and teacher which made life much happier. The room itself looked as if something were being done in it. Maps, pictures, and papers of im- portance and recognition decorated the walls. The glow of knowledge was not smothered by petty indifferences and selfish natures. Mistakes were not laughed at, but were a step in the direction of understanding and helpfulness. Difficulties were straightened out in a successful attempt which brought students and teacher in a closer relation- ship. The ideals and meaning of life to an individual were looked upon with broadmindedness, for every- one expressed himself with equal vigor. The class governed itself in a democratic fashion which was one of its outstanding attributes. All in all the class appealed to me because of nits aims and stand- ards which were to reach the goal of learning and to obtain more than an average amount of it. hand and pull himself apart. tThis was very easy because he was made of boloney, like-the rest of this 'tale.J P. S. This corn was grown in Iowa. ' fZf, SP K fair Q cz-as Q 7 D wf 3 ' -:if ' ' Vive WX . ,l.,.,1,1g,,,v .DII ,f - y ' , 'f all an X 11.1566 -,fy ATF 1 PK' ,e el. N . It 1 sg . X 'Ax-?t,:a,'txA i X YA '- 3 'ill-1 l ' ' l K wif V .f 0' H f if l All right, then-500 to. 11 Taft Nine Trims R oosevelt, Waller As Season Opens By Jack Sampson ' After banging their way through the pre-season games, the baseball team won its first scheduled game over Roosevelt April 22 by a score of 6 to 2. and hammered its way to another victory in their second game with Waller April 23 by a score of 12 to 4. In the Roosevelt game the .infield did not make an error in the entire game. Basak topped the batting with three hits out of three times at bat. They were singles-one in the second, one in the fourth, and one in the fifth. Carrol -Singles in First In the first inning Carrol singled and scored with the help of Behm and Mikulka. In the second Basak left on base. The singled but was third saw Behm single but fail to score. The fourth was very harm- ful to Roosevelt because it saw the product of three bunched hits by Fillmore, Basak, and Stephan, which produced two runs. The fifth, after hits by Basak, Mikulka, and Anderson, also yield- ed two runs. One run was scored in the sixth by Ducay after he had hit safely. Roosevelt was entirely at the mercy of Anderson, and in six innings he struck out eight men. The totals for the game were six runs and 10 hits for Taft and two runs and four hlits for Roose- velt. 12 Runs Against Waller After having warmed up in their first game, Taft really brought out their big guns in the Waller game and knocked out a total of 12 runs and 13 hits. In the first inning Carrol again started things humming by getting a single along with Dura and then scoring with Dura. The second saw only a hit by Zetterburg who was left on base. Page 48 Taft Tribune May ' A Tribute To the Eagle The morale of Taft has never been shaken. Taft's teams have met defeat, but never have our teams lost the will to win. The track season is here. An inexperienced team from a small school will flout the blue and gray of the Taft Eagle before all the great schools of the North section. Taft will show rits opponents that heart and spirit count too. Never has a team played against Taft that has not gone away with a feeling of good wishes in their heart. Taft has won respect by hard work and fair play. Go out and see the boys fight. It is-our general student body's struggle too. They will never let the school down, and the school won't ever fail them. Come on, fellows, let's get out there and show them what an aroused fighting eagle can do. H6D1g5, HeP1ougl1s3 He Whacles Tim By Alan Sampson Spring, golf, and Mr. Kenneth Osbon are in a sense synonmously one and the same. Consequently the first days of Spring Mr. Osbon comes forth to battle the turf and its very capable alllies, the sand trap, the rough, and the out-of- bounds. He comes with mighty war clubs swinging and spiked shoes rending asunder the unsuspecting sod. Woe be to any hapless innocent golf ball that should happen on the field of battle! If this were the truth of the mat- ter, it would hardly be material for publication, let alone provide ade- quate enough interest for reading. In reality, Mr. Osbon, better known as Pro to his fairway as- sociates, is an able and competent exponent of the game of golf, and in the pursuit of his interest he has formed the Taft Golf club, to- taling about 20 members, and has even labored to build a short but excellent par-three golf hole on his estate in Barrington. Mr. Osbon may be seen to drive a tee shot as far as 250 yards and The third saw Taft go hzitless for the first time in their two games. The fourth, after hits by Basak and Peterson, produced two runs. The fifth inning was a heavy in- ning for Taft because it saw the making of four runs and three hits. Dura, Basak, Behm Hit The hits were by Dura, Basak, and Behm. Behm and Basak both got doubles. The sixth was also hit- less and scoreless for Taft. The seventh was as productive as the fifth, and the totals of the inning were four runs and three htits. The hits were by Dura, Mikul- ka, and Peterson. Peterson held the Waller team to only three hits and four runs. In the two games Peterson and Anderson have both accounted for eight strike outs apiece. Basak has summed up five hits out of seven times at the plate and consequent- ly leads all batting. to place approach shots in the cup, He so tho1'oughly enjoys the game that as is true of all golfers, the elements hold no terror for his hap- piness on the links. It must be revealed: Mr. Osbon leads a double life-his school life and his career on the course. He remembers 'very little of faculty problems when playing hlis beloved game, but strangely can recall to mind, when not on the links, every previous shot made. Mr. Osbon explains his love of the game thusly: In my mind I play par golf. I am happy about it. If the ball does not wish to comply and share with me in my happi- ness, that is its business. Our teacher Pro, however, does shoot in the 80's, making his afore- said reasoning very impractical as a necessary agent of his game. With this article and Mr. Osbon we herald Spring and the golf sea- son or maybe vice versa, but any- way, from any standpoint, he is an invaluable gift to the game. Swimmers Defeat Von Steuben 51-41 The senior swimmers finished their season April 18 with a land- slide over Von Steuben 51 to 41. Alan Sampson began the on- slaught with a 20:06 to take easily the 40-free. Mtilner cinched the 100- backstroke by a quarter length. In the 200 Lahey and Lingenfel- der came in first and second. Pete Peterson and Glauche took first in the 100-free and breast stroke respectively. The medley, consisting of Samp- son, Milner, and Glauche, barreled to victory, as did the relay with Melligan, Kofoed, and Pete Peter- son. - The junior swimmers won 45 to 33 through the efforts of Norlie, Bostwick, and John Peterson. Coach Harry Miller has an- nounced the inauguration of swim- mling classes for next semester in which the regular team will help prospects. 1.11.-i-l-1-11 In the Girl Locker R. -1-By Shirley Wheldc Batter up! Here's a chance for Baseball teams are being from all physical educatio this quarter rather than visions. Tournaments will between all classes aftei practice games. The life savers are still 1 away for dear life, and I cthea Winters, their ins thinks that about 15 of will be eligible for badges mester. Tests for the ba- be given in two or three Dancers Perforn Congratulations to the on the clean-up program g weeks before spring vacat farmerettes were Mildre Lydia Luptak, Cellestine Lucille Nitche, Shirley El Mary Du-Brueil. The girls in the waltz t were Gladys Martin, Loi Louise Kosel, Leona Lora Lavorykas, Evelyn S and Ramona Matthys. The were Louise Soper and B1 dus. Racquet Club Enroli The Racquet club has play outside and will co the weather permits. 'l' about 50 girls enrolled in now in both the beginners vanced classes. However, still time to join if you h name in now at the gym Just one more thing y want to miss-the G.A.A. roast outing. Watch the board for time and pla 117 Senior Champi Division girl basketba are now in full stride. I cislve game for the seni plionship, played between 201, Mary Jane Shirley, Norma Tess, Betty Klim- Luptak, Helen Uhrik, Dietz, Carol Ewald, Alvis LaVerne Siebt, Barbai Gladys Thor, Annette Swa Virginia Buckley of 117 toiious. l . if 2 , .. ,J b i 1 1 H Ay .-l Qty 1' 221144, 'mywffo a I N Cartoons by Jack E All's quiet on the Weste D T. C Parade t Trilou Decoration Day Next Friday 1 41 V, Ng, 7 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois May 23, 119 RCHESTRA TRIUMPHS 'fiszonsius Pla To Tun of 41 Queen E Rose Fete .use she sold more roses than Lher flower girl last Friday, Zonsius, 3A, automatically Doris Zonsius e rose queen of the swim- team's 1941 rose sale and ee dance. net profit of the sale was fith which the team will buy cloth robes, erican beauty, yellow, ind prim rose queens were s Anderson, Marjorie Croc- Pearl Gundlach, Lorraine Pe- , and Loretta Filipak, respec- tea, er salesgirls were Jeanette ns, Harriet Grund, Marilyn Elaine Olson, Ruth Rich- Florence Shirley, Jean Sieg- udith Stone, Lois Swanson, erraine -Thune. ,ETIN- The Buccaneers, :ng Frederic March, will be n at Taft in two perform- L June 10 the third, fourth, fifth, and the seventh, h, and ninth periods. fnission will be by Visual ation club tickets, priced at nits, which will be on sale y. Senior Promenade Date Defies Old Friday 13 Hoax Final results are beginning to roll in from the various senior class commlittees as luncheon and prom details are determined. Prom bids are selling at two dollars per with Shawnee Country club the place and June 13, 9 p. m., the time. With every bid goes a mother of pearl, anchor-shaped locket. From the social committee comes the news that the senior class luncheon will be held in the South room of the Edgewater Beach hotel June 16 at 12.30 noon. The tickets, which cost one dollar, will be on sale shortly. The menu follows: Tomato Juice Cocktail Chicken Ala King lin Pattie Shell Shoestring Potatoes Salad With Dressing Frozen Chocolate Eclair Hot Rolls Coffee Tea Milk The gift committee, like a wo- man, has again changed its mind, and the latest brain storm is back- drops for the stage. Because the athletic fund was well padded this semester, the committee thought that enough was being done for this department, and on the sug- gestion of Mr. L. A. Hoefer, prin- cipal, they have been thinking about backdrops, Memorial Program Planned Col. Frank J. Schneller will ad- d1'ess the Memorial Day assembly next Thursday. The posting of colors, pledge of allegiance, and the Star Spangled Banner will open the program. Mrs. Helen Scanlon's mixed chorus will sing America's Message by Arthur E. Johnstone and a medley of American National Airs by C. F. Furey. Stanley Logan will fol- BULLETIN - Swinging down Michigan boulevard, long, khaki- garbed columns in perfect uni- son will march to the martial music of numerous bands next Tuesday in the annual R..O.T.C. parade of the Chicago public high schools. The parade will originate at Balboa drive at 12 noon and will proceed north to Randolph st. Taftites who wish to attend this gigantic spectacle may be excused from school upon pre- sentation of written requests from parents. The best view of the parade may be had from the east side of Michigan avenue. Health Youth is Line of Defense Everywhere we see Americans working to carry out the National Defense Program. We know the success of this program depends on the co-operation of each and everyone of us. In our schools we guard the first line of defense- the health of our young people. It is the duty of each of us to protect our health. America needs strong, vigorous citizens. You, the school boys and girls of today, are the citizens of tomorrow. Your good health is necesary to your own well-being and happiness as well as to the future welfare of your nation. Now that spring is here, you, yourselves, can do much toward building good health. Fresh air and sunshine, outdoor sports, and observance of the rules of health that you have learned will go far toward developing strong bodies. This is the time for young Amenicans to plan their own Na- tional Defense campaign-for good health. low with a drum solo, The Long Roll. The address of Colonel Schneller will round out the program. Proves Superior ToVeteranUnits In nnual Meet History was made Tuesdaj last week when for the firs time in Taft's cxistcncc an or ganization which is part of th regular curriculum of instruc tion won thc highest possibl rating in city competition. Cllimaxing a season of pre-day light practice, the concert orchestr under the direction of Mr. Johi Rapier effected this coup in th 17th Annual Chicago Public Hig' School orchestra competition. The Taft group, now in its ser ond year, competed in the class fo orchestras of 40 players or les against seasoned orchestras fro! schools like Tilden, Bowen, Fengei Steinmetz, Kelly, Wells, Manlel Sullivan, Foreman, and Von Stel ben. The last was the only othe school to rate S . School to Receive Plaque For ,its accomplishment the schoc will be awarded a fitting plaque b Dr. Helen Howe, director of musi of the Chicago public schools, an Mr. Oscar W. Anderson, supervise of instrumental music. The Taft musicians after the al nouncement of their success set u a lusty cheer for Principal L. if Hoefer, their staunchest rooter. Mr. Rapier Wins Bet Mr. Rapier, it is authenticall reported, had reason to be thanl ful for the S ', for he will soo be the proud owner of a fishing ro given him by the band to pay th bet they made him. The only bet Mr. Rapier had t pay was to the orchestra: they el joyed their ice cream sandwiche the next day. Pictures of the orchestra men bers and Mr. Rapier appear on pag 3 of this issue. Page 50 Taft Tribune Session Offers llu1'ingProgram Do you become bored with in- activity during the sunnner? Would you like to combine a vaca- tion of outdoor fun and social life with a feeling: that you have ac- complished something? Have you been unable to com- plete a sequence? ls there some subject you'd like to take which you can't work into your regular schedule? Would you like to graduate in ,ess than four years? With attrac- :ive new jobs opening np. many students desire to enter the work- ng field as soon as possible. ll your answer to any of these iuestions is an affirmative, by all 'neans attend Schurz summer ,chool, the appointed summer school for Taft students. Sessions n the forenoon avoid the heat of ,he day. Because of small classes, failures ire a rarity. Mr. Frank Liino, principal of the Echurz summer school, promises ittractive activities in addition to he l'lll'I'lClll3.l'. It is advisable to get your appli- -ations in by June 2, so that you nay get your choice of classes. Mr. Mooney in 112, Mr. Piuppo, ind Miss Dempsey i11 the office vill be glad to offer advice and help. Es. Schurz Summer Males Invade Feminine T erritory- SQU Tea with Senzbr Girls, M others Left to right, Elaine Anderson, her mother, Miss Grace Rogers, and Lorraine Hansen gossip at Senior Girls' Mother-Daughter tea. My, these changing times! It is now the custom for men to attend Mothers' and Daughters' teas. Some Taft teachers started the idea at the Senlior Girls' tea held May 14 in the Norwood Park Fieldhouse. Mr. Kenneth Osbon, history teacher, was the first to invade the chattering group of females. He was in a hopeless minority until mamma af f- Mr. Arthur Mooney, Mr. Saul Far- ber, and Mr. Addison Purcell strol- led in to his rescue. However, l1ow long this new cus- tom will last is hard to state, for the men were not entirely satisfied with the event. Mr. Osbon com- plained that the sandwiches were too, too tiny, and M1'. Mooney's little finger became tired of being crooked. May 23 Stanley Loga ational Dru Champ Agaii Stanley Logan, SA, is z Nation champion drulumc placing i11 lJi1'isi'1n one of tional School Mu'nic 04111111441 Flint, Michigan, May 14 James Olson, baritone horn accompanie-l by Louise Sop placed in Division lwo. These three students l train after the Taft conf Thursday night and pla, Flint Friday morning. The qualified to enter the cwuter they had received the high ings in their own stale, Although only students f linois, lndriana, Micliigiaii, al participated in the Flint 1 contest, those who made division rating are calleil 1 champions since there is 111 off for the country at large Joan Shaw, Barbara ldllis. Andersen, Sophie Reimer, Wi11lilel1a.us, Norma Tess, an nor Vana were responsible fn ing the dainty sandwiclies. Bouquets of garden flowi ranged in pottery were sent li. A. Hoefer, principal. The afternoon's enterta consisted of vocal duets hy Andersen and Juno Swans companied by Louise Soper. Itinerant T aftites Maize Excursion T 0 Wd5hl'Hgf0H Durin Irlolidays Pictured in front of the capfitol are the Taftites who traveled to Washington and other spots of historic interest during the spring iolidays. Back row, left to right: Joan Shaw, Lorraine Schmidt, Daniel Jojkovich, Dorothy Dietz Norma Tess, Ruthjayne Aeberly, Dan No- wak, June Pemble, George Hanke, Jean Cullen, Blanche Tanney, Henry Vandenburgh, Betty Winkelhaus, Richard Paragini, Char- lotte Shatto, Betty Miller, Donald Jirka, Louise Soper, and C Trick. Front row: Rosemarie Baginski, Marilyn Knight, Lois Orl Eleanor Grabowski, Lillian Reed, Shirley Wheldon, Rita Wir Gloria .Klisch, Mary Jane Shirley, Barbara Alitis, Ruth Wur Nancy Kreicker, Nancy Gray, and Miss Helen Lowes and Mi eanor Mueller, faculty sponsors of the trip. Qrxdfu f ' 6 msn Enix J' X3 N wif! .:. -:: - X. . .A - s A M YS' .A H L ge 4331-Q, R K W. 21' i M .4 Z? 5 2? f X '22, Sm, Km -........ 1553.6 ...: 3:3-V .fa . as Q 1594 .fn sv g sam 5 YQ' .wa ,2 'vm-.,.... ......,..,.,,x. -M-.,,..,v, M., M....... 1.y.+....,wW... V 3 V433 ai 3 ,wx Q . A3355 K ,. ur A ,, X W., I gg fm ' S 5 QQ? t M S N' -.Jw QW ,wa W 5 553525 Ei ff, A 5 , ,,.,..,... 4,Ty..... E-f 8 2 A .F , f ' X 5 5 9 f' j zz, ,,, W ', , f 52 Q 4 2, XX- ' 55 i. l.S:f'?9'- Qiwiff- V Q ,w is xx 3.:., .. ,gg K 'ff f f, .,i.,g.,r'g5 ,Qgfsf 'EX QV. ,Q S ,IV 4? s ff 5 1 N Page 52 Taft Tribune May 23, Win, Place, or Show. Now is the time for all good people to put their noses to the grind- stone instead of the keyhole. Our school year is like a horse race. You start out gay, eager, fresh, and enthusiastic. Everything is new and wonderful. Because it's dif- ferent, it's fascinating, It's easy to begin too. Then comes a sort of lull in your life. You stop to catch your breath. School life begins to lose a little of its glamor. Your interest lags. Before you realize, you're on the last stretch. Maybe you slipped behind, hugging the rail, but you can still win. There are always a lot of regular best bets in the lead, but the da1'k horse usually has equal opportunities to turn the tables. After all, it's the last stretch that counts. Thais is the time you show your colors and what you're made of. This is the time to remember that you're letting yourself down if you don't follow through with your flags flying. Are you laying your bets? Wh Do T hey Do It PP When everything good in life lies before them? When a clever teacher is waiting in each class to fill their heads with wondrous facts? When their classmates are ready to make fleeting hours seem like seconds with their charming wit? When the trees and flowers look just as beautiful through the open windows? When the inevitable reward is at least several weeks of encores or perhaps permanent dismissal from the portals of Taft? Why, oh why, in spite of all these factors, will spring fever keep students from school? If He Knew Then, What He Knows Now We all know him. He ris that person who had never done anyone any harm. He had never taken candy away from babies. He had always been kind to dumb animals and old people. He had gone to Sunday school and obeyed his parents. We all know him, He is that person who lies on the narrow white bed staring at the blank walls, wondering if he can ever use his broken mangled arms and legs. We all know him. He is that person who fool-heartedly attempted to buy his lunch during the sixth period rush. All Taft Regrets Loss of Douglas Cody The Taft faculty and student body extend sympathy to the family of Douglas Cody, a student of the 2B class, who was killed by a flyer train at the Raven street crossing, April 30. Douglas was folding newspapers on the middle platform at the crossing when he started for the west track. The train approaching from the south had been moved from the center track, where it usually came through, to the west track. As he stepped out, the flyer hit him. His sunny disposition had endeared him to all his friends, and Taft will miss him. He is survived by his mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard E. Cody. and his sister, Lois, and brother, Richard. Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinois May 23, 1941 Price Five Cents Editor-in-chief: Rutlmjuyne Aeberly. Assistant editors: Cyrilla Mutuszak, Lorraine Rlsavy. Make-up editors: Jean Bostwick, Harriet Myers. Features: Bill Bessemer, Pat Dolan, .Tune Pemble, Dolores Schmall, Char- lotte Smith, Alan Sampson, Louise Soper. Shirley Wheldon, Shirlee Kaage, Norman Esserman, Bill Schneider, Robert Smith. News: Charleton Bard, 'Warren Erickson, Jeannette Granberg, Nancy Gray. Igenore Green, Jean Kofoed, Winifred Pufunt, Jack Sampson, Eleanor ana. - . Typists: Virginia Hunt, Bob Kofoed, Lorraine Mazzoni ,Irene Wledow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr. Paul Blgler. Grapevine System Brings Pranksters Into the Limelight What Now? Joe Angorola announced in hlis history class yesterday, that his main ambition is to join the army. Just wait 'til you see me wearing a general's uniform, said Joe. You'll be a general all right, re- turned Mr. Michael Ehrlich, teach- er- a general nuisance. Have you heard about the Palmer house episode? Main characters: Annette Avery, Pat Dolan tNor.J Ruth S-chaeffer, Beverly Berg, Bet- ty Olsen, and Jean Wayne, And here lis the plot: The afore- mentioned main characters ended up at the Palmer house after a busy day down town. After finish- ing their little snacks tand we do mean littlej the waiter began to clear off the table and put on more silverware. The girls looked at each other in astonishment, but they were even more surprised when they saw coming toward them a gorgeous ice cream mound all lit up with elec- tric Lights. The waiter announced they were having desert whether they wanted it or not, and that someone, who preferred to remain unknown, was paying for it, The girls must have looked pretty hungry!!! Wanted! Boy, six feet tall, good looking, preferably with car, to be taken to the Tri-Hi-Y Date Night dance. Eligibles contact any Tri-Hi-Y girl. Seen While Snoopin': Charleton Bard entertaining the helpless seventh period auditorium study by giving his interpretation of The Moonlight Sonata. Norbert Pysecki, alias Walter Raleigh, putting his coat in a mud- puddle. Lorraine Allen walking home from school bare-footed. Tsk! Tsk! City shoes sure get a person down, don't they? Margy Ellinger casually remark- .ing that boys do not interest her at all. Lois Meltzer turning hand- springs. Second childhood? Maryalice Youmans and Jean Bostwick making tea in chem class. How about forwarding the formula? Ben Trapini and Bob Winther meeting with disaster while hang- ing pictures for Miss Helen Un- seth. Kenny Pederson, 2A, dabbling in dishwater in Mr. John Piuppo's biology class. Are you getting rough red hands, Kenny? Heard While Snoopin': Huraches squeakling all over the place. Hidden Personalitiesa This week we present Alice Pe- tersen, Taft's little good deed In the Qual Of the M Timely Tips: Only 237 days to Christm your shopping early.-Ht-1 Little White Lies: 'tHonest, teacher, there n some mistake. I was there. -Jazbo of 306 This is my first encore. -10th Period Joe o, Famous Last Words: There's a two gallon even when the gauge r empty. -Sue She Won't call on me tt recited yesterday.-South l Why Not? Seein's we ain't permittec ercise our dentals with gum in school, why not ha parkin' lots or stables i' near all the entrances? -The Juke Boa Worst Joke I Ever Heard What did one marshmal' to the other marshmallow? Nuttlin' at all, stupidg ds talks, -Tiny 9 Daffynitions: VVindow-that which I n when 1 play bingo. Banana-that if which didn't do it, it must has Anna. Dilemma-as in: Has tha pickles any dill, Emma? Der Fuehrer-as lin: De rer, der better. Book-end-that part of a ' book which is always read Pome: There was a young named Bill Who had many encores to fi He thought encores were l Till he met Mr. Mooney, And now he is writing his Dolores Samg Dotty . Among other thii kindness includes stepping bus treadle for absent-min' sies who forget where they She also serves the posi chief notebook-paper-suppl' forgetful people. We think that this sacril unselfishness toward all r deserves some sort of menit we are proud of you! Amazons: The latest returns from t basketball tournament shc sion 117, headed by Ma Shirley, the senior champ. Movies on medicine, sup' Paul Buckley and Dan Gt were shown at the meeting Pre-Medios club last Tuesd At Shir Lee Turner's su the French club plans a day soon. For their sweat are getting emblems in the fleur de lis. 23, 1941 he Bellow f the T aftite i Picturesque Speech star flickered and fell from y like a match lit and drop- Louise Soper. air drill is like a million boys with husky voices all g cops and robbers at the time. skyline of Chicago is like a the high buildings showing s at its peak, and the others g degrees of success and e.-Harriet Myers. al wires like wash lines on my .... d in the trees like a prelude enny Goodman solo . . -Dolores Schmall baseball split the air so wide a stiff wind to sew it up. manner is like today's home- -easily forgotten. 'ooked tree is like a woman's -n-wavering but substantial. face is like a sand dune- Lnd dry.-Winnie Pufunt concrete mixer tossed its ts about like grandmother 7 a pie. moon is a new penny set in icket of night,-Pat Dolan face looked like an over- ted birthday cake.-Lenore moon thrust its face in the -Charleton Bard. A Sad, Sad Tale knew a girl with soft brown aair, plexion so white and a figure so fair, mer vacation made us part, 'hen I came back she made ne start! mir was red and stringy-like, :omplexion was an awful aightg gh she was not still the same, ' that she was not the blame. red all day and she stood ilone, e was a store dummy with- rut a home. Carl English, SB. erary Stuff and Things at is so rare as a day in Ah, yes, that is what Taft s are saying now that Clean- ek is just another page or their diaries. s are the days that try men's The beautiful spring days .0 beckon us to the tennis or the forest preserves, Jn the other hand our sub- us minds warn us that if it to be educated instead of it like some, people, we'd toddle off to school in the g like good chillun . , too, there's the fear of y your division teacher asli lteful day, Oh, student, stu- zherefore weft' thou yester- Taft Tribune Inquiring Reporter Finds 'Studes' Will Sacrifice for Taft By Winnie Pufunt The inquiring reporter, like a hit with a miss looking for the other hit, plowed through the por- tals of Taft quizzing Taft students as follows, Would you be willing to sacrifice a 'coke', soda, sundae, or hamburger for the good of a Taft activity? George Wilson, 1A, who hopes to make the concert band by blowing a licorice stick, says, If the activ- ity were a concert, I'd support it because I know my money would go toward buying needed instru- ments. But, Marcella Nelson, 3A, would rather eat a banana split. More nourishing, she replied. Bill Stephan, 4B, agrees that football is an activity for all he- meng therefore he is a steadfast spectator, who leaves all thoughts of food behind him till after the game. Barbara Garber, 2B, would spend her money for a Taft activity. Says she, It's more worthwhile and I have more fun. Bill Funk, 3A, and Glenn Jorian, 4A, speak out in unison, How could the spirit of Taft march on on an empty stomach? Ruth Droege, 2B, prefers sports as her food for the extra wanted nourishment. Ben Treponni, 3B, replies, Of course, I'd spend .it on a Taft activ- ity. A soda clerk, as I am sup- posed to be, receives these spoken goodies 'au gratis'. Richard Gill, 2A, boldly retorts, I'd go to a dance: it's the surest way for one to have three hours of fun, while otherwise I'd get about 15 minutes on a 'coke'. But, to top the lid of all these an- swers was that of an unknown hero who, when asked which he'd rather do, gallantly held up 1 copy of the Taft Trib and said, 'I'd gladly save a nickel for this, Bob Winther, ZA, says his stom- ach is his predominating character- istic. Gerraine Thune, 4A, would rather go to a Taft dance. day? Whereby the unhappy stu- dent greatly laments his folly of the day before 'and probably an- Page 53 The Girl of the Month This month the Trib decorates Constance Swliercz, 4A, as Principal L. A. Hoefer's choice for May's Girl of the Month. Constance, a regular shorthand addict, typifies the ideal commer- cial student. Seventh period in room 114 finds her acting as sec- retary, a job which she highly prizes, to Miss Maybelle Capron, achievement co-ordinator. She is also a part-time filling clerk at the Bankers' Life and Casualty. Constance loves school and says, Taft's teachers are all swell and the students are 'peachy'. S-he in- tends to continue her education after graduating. If she could go to college, she would choose to train for a career as either an Eng- lish teacher or a dietitian. Her other activities center around the G. A. A., the Senior Girls' club, and a drama club affiliated with her church. She likes most sports but prefers bowling. Constance at- tended Schurz two years before coming to Taft and there was treas- s 3 ,i Q. Constance Swiercz urer of the automobile driving club. Dancing is Constance's favorite pastime, Her weakness, chocolate ice cream with hot fudge, may ac- count for the fact that she spent last summer soda-jerking. The Tribune Presents Mr. Mitchell The Trib proudly presents today that genteel, laudable, versatile author and commercial geography teacher, Mr. Daniel Mitchell. Born in Southern Illinois, he spent most of his leisure time playing on his father's farms during his boyhood. He received his education at the Eastern Illinois State Teachers' college and from there Went to the University of Illinois where he received his Master of Science degree. He also studied at the Chicago Kent College of Law. Upon his grad- - uation he enlisted in the navy and was attending the officers' training school when the Armistice was declared. Mr. Mitchell has taught school for 25 years, starting when he was just 18. Ten of these years were spent in Chicago. . He lists among his accomplishments the princ- cipalship of a small, out-of-town high school, the Sllperintendency of schools in Highland Grove and Lombard, Illinois, and the honor of having put two high schools in Monroe, -Illinois, on the university accredited list. Mr. Mitchell has taught everything in the high school curriculum, but has always majored in social sciences. His specialities are political science, history, economics, and geography, His chief accomplishment has been the writing of several manuscripts on money which are suitable for publication. It is my aim, disclosed Mr. Mitchell, to have my book read by everyone in the world. It gives swers, Death, where is thy sting? And on those hot, sweltering days more than one parched stu- dent will be thinking during class, Water, water, everywhere, and not a drop to drink! But people might as well themselves to their fate and timistic about the whole 'cause tempus fugitsf' In closing this columnist like to add that her only co resign be op- thing, would mment the correct understanding of money as an agent of the distribution of wealth by the people. It would compell congress to correct money laws to such a degree that equitable distribution would take the place of inequality of dis- tribution of the commodities. It should revolutionize the money sit- uation, he declared triumphantly. As a child Mr. Mitchell wanted to become a United States senator. When he grew a little older, he was sure of the fact that he would take up some profession, preferably medicine or law. As a youthhe was interested in boxing, but now his vocation and the study of money occupy all his time. on this little gem is, Everyone's queer but me and thee, and some-- times I think me is a. bit queer! Pat Dolan. 'A .lt 0 In the spring a young man's fancy lightly turns-but so does a worm! Any connection? 0 Reading maketh a full man, but talking often signifies an empty one. Page 5 4 WhyStud Latin, German, French, Spanish? Savez? By Shirley Wheldon Languages, in general, contribute to cultural background. By learn- ing another language one tis able to understand more fully the ac- tions of other people in different lands. It has been said that one cinnot entirely understand and ap- preciate his own language until he studies another. Valuable in Everyday Life Have you ever wished you could understand what those French maids and butlers say in the mo- vies? So many of the modern novels have French expressions in them too. Aside from amusement French is very useful in the fnield of en- gineering and also in other higher professions. Of course, the French teacher needs it and there is also the teacher who goes to France to teach English, Understandings Developed The French pfople have contrib uted largely to art and literature. An understanding of French can also te very useful while traveling -as in Canada. Miss Ella Leude- nian, teacher, insists, Learning another language broadens our horizons and gives us a better un- derstanding of othersf' The Spanish language is one of great importance also. There are many occupations leading from it. For the boys there is engineering. This occupation was mentioned in connection with French and may also be with the German, but so many engineers go to South Amer- ica where a knowledge of Spanish is invaluable that it may be em- phasized here especially. Languages Valuable in Govern- ment Service Then there is government service for both men and women which is very popular today now that we are establishing good feeling be- tween South America and North America. Spanish can help girls who train as air stewardessess and ocean liner hostessess. These girls will come into contact with people from Mexico, South America, and Eu- rope, and they should know as many languages as possible. In winding up the Spanish de- partment We cannot forget all the South American rhythms that are so popular now. What if the La Conga were taught tin Spanish classes some day? To Germany may be accredited many of the advantages mentioned for French and Spanish with a few extra ones of its own. German is necessary in any advanced type of study. It is a good foundation for Taft Tribune Swanson Super-Duper Salesgirl Tiny Sleuth Solves Lost Synchronzker Mystery for Photog By Lorraine Risavy The inqulisitiveness of Larry Slovie Cfour-feet-nine with eyes so finel, 1A of Mr. Michael Ehrlick's division, solved the mystery of the whereabouts of Kenneth Manchee's missing portmanteau. The article, lost May 14 in the field house at the Senior Girls' mother-and-daughter tea, left Ken- neth, the Trib's photographer, in a state of confusion. Enclosed in the 352 bag were an important attach- ment to his S40 synchronizer and a S6 reflector. Mad Man Loose For two days Kenneth tore about the building like a mad man. In a state of utter despair he contem- plated the hole this loss would put in his allowance. Then the whole mystery was brought to an abrupt end when Larry came tripping merrily down the stairs to the Trib office with a brown bag in his hand. HI was 'play-ing hooky' from my guard post and poking around in the band room when I saw the bag lying on the floor next to the bass fiddle, stated Larry, It looked expensive and so I asked Mr. Ra- pier if it were supposed to be there. Of course, he answered, 'No,' and told me that it might belong to the Trib. Whew! With a sigh of relief the bag was tenderly put aside by the Trib sponsor where it would cause no further trouble. Boy, exclaimed Kenneth, I'm sure glad that was found. You see, it belongs to my father and with- out it no picture can be taken in- doors. Anyhow, he continued, it was fun looking for it with all the Senior Girls and their sponsor, Miss Grace Rogers, to help. the commercial fields and the dip- lomatic service. Dr. Grace Buchwalter, German teacher, adds, By studying a lan- guage you need not take another's opinions of a country, You can come in closer contact with the peo- ple of different nations and form your own opinions. Latin is very helpful in the study of English vocabulary. It also as- sists in the professions: in fact, two years of Latin is required in most. It teaches students mental discipline and also teaches them to study. The conclusion seems to be that you might take your pick and not go wrong with any language. Special Technique Conquers Division's Reluctant Customers Calling all business managers! Calling all business managers! Be on the look-out for Lois Swanson, Lois Swanson the super sophisticated saleswoman of Mrs. Rhea Lewiis's division. She is heavily armed with a certain gleam in her eye which compels all who come under her icy stare to do her will, and so approach with caution. For two semesters this atrocious beauty has so predominated her di- vision that, in order to ward off her malicious attacks, they have gladly given her their nickels for the Trib days before it comes out. Everyone in the division buys at least one paper, and some people buy even more. An unconfirmed report has it that the amiable Mrs. Lewis was also threatened to such a degree that with dolorous steps she walked out in front of her division and, with a catch in her voice, told of the necessity of selling the concert tickets in order to get some money for band instruments. Being an extraordinanily bril- liant class, they surmised that, as once before when the Wotta Life tickets were being sold, they had probably saved her life by buying 22 tickets, they must again come to her rescue and so bought 8 tic- kets. And so this week theTrib awards Lois the first degree of honor- that .is, the title of super business manager, number one. Ed. note: Angeline Jindra, 2A, is runner-up for the number one position since she sold 35 tickets for the spring music festival. WANTED-T0 BUY UTILITY TRAILER-Inquire at Taft Trib office treached by descending stairway in room 1017 or of any Trib staff mem- ber. May 23, Taft Accredite y North en Thru Recent l Taft is now fully accred the North Central associai that her graduates may eni accredited college or uni with the minimum requii set for entrance. Mr, John Van Horne, mei the N. C. A. and head of th ish and Italian departmem linois, addressed the follow ter to M. L. A. Hoefer, pr after visiting Taft with North Central represei March 7. Dear Mr. Hoefer: I want to thank you for t gracious way in which y your teachers and your s received us during the in: trip that we made to your du1'ing the week of March whole atmosphere was so de that it was a real privilegl come acquainted with it. Language Classes Pra: I enjoyed very much visit language classes. I was see that, without abandonin tain amount of fundamen guistic work, they were usi ern cultural and socializing which are of real value: I think that the constant ment of these devices will improvement in the stude duced, always supposing 1 do not go over completely more frivolous devices in considered attempt to enter student. Balance in Instructi I am sure that we all use a foundation of seric centrated Work along wit' attempt to diversify the with music and other sc vices. I was very much ir in the equipment that M1 showed me, I found all yo1 ers wide awake and inter their students. Very sincerely yoi tsignaturey John Van ,..l..i..l.l-.- Senior Girl Creates l Nancy Gray, 4B, has just ted a set of winning fas signs to a contest sponsor loop department store. Tk being judged in the final contest in New York alo contest winners from 49 ci For the contest she de back-to-school outfit, a cos date dress. Her set of des one of 10 to be chosen as There will be 10 chosen w-inners, the best three special awards and the rf winning honorable mentio: 23, 1941 Taft Tribune ioolsg Count ve JGEHBFOHSU A 121' Pdfd6'5lJ ago says, I will! County says, So Will I! us finds that its philanthro- terprise has resulted in an contribution to the 1941 al Foundation for Infantile siis, Inc., according to Her- . Lorber, chairman of the :tee for the Celebration of :sident's birthday. schools of the Cook County ' donated about 56000 or nore than was predicted. Qorber, in expressing his ap- ion of the cooperation given, school principals and teach- call the chapter's attention Jol children and neighbors -ed attention. Hires to A ttend 'ing GAA Fete of the major activities of zwlide G. A. A. organization, iual Spring meeting, will be iis year in the form of a In at the Terrace Gardens Morrison hotel, June 6. 2 from Taft invited to the in are: Mr. L. A. Hoefer, il, Mr. Thomas Fogli, en- Mrs. Margaret Walker, G. sponsor: Miss Donna Mc- sponsorg and Marge Busch, Fisher, Lydia Luptak, Ele- ana, Nancy Grey, Barbara Vlary Jane Shirley, Betty ran, Lee Brinkworth, Joan Joreen Anderson, Dot Wlek- Virginia Herringshaw, Mar- tattsis, Ruth Schumacher, Anderson, Mary Martorana, ce Youmans, Helen Uhrik, len Douglas. V Thirteen' Salesmen Make 'Not Under 40' turels for selling 40 or more if the Ideal Taftite issue 'aft Tribune go to: rion Siegler, 3B, Hansen , Bolek, 4A, Hershenhouse fe Horst, 3A, Kiley anor Vana, 4A, Carleton s Swanson, SA, Lewfis trude Billings, 3B, Fink h Richmond, 2A, McCon- 'garet Pekara, 4B, Deve- 1 icent Sadlier, 3A, Grosser ter Schalk, 4A, Rogers h Wahlberg, 4B, Halverson 1 Macdonald, 2B, Lino ilyn Ellinger, 1B, Kelly ivy goes to divisions 308 i 319 D. m. for selling only 1 each. If You Could Be Fitted for Any Professional Position You Wanted What Would It Be? Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 200 words. Name, semester grade in school, and division number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be re- turned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsbi the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity tickets, the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the June 20 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Friday, June 6. Thaleia Cheronis Is First Prize Winner In Essay Contest What should the Student Coun- cil do to improve conditions in the lunchroom? The many responses to this question, announced in the April tissue, reveal that the student body believes Council members should aid the teachers in main- taining order. The answer of Thaleia Cheronis, English 4 student, brings her first prize, one dollars in activity tick- ets. Second and third pnizes, 50' and 25 cents in ticket, go to Ruth Shuman and Henry Clausen, Eng- lish 5 students. The judges were Miss Jane Carleton and Miss Mar- tha Hinkel. Thaleia's essay follows: Congratulations to Council I think that the Student Council' has made an excellent beginning in its campaign to improve the lunch- I'O0I1'l. Entertaining programs during the lunch periods, slides, and the classification of the tables: all may be laid at the door of our hard working Council. Still this prog- ress is only a starter. Much more must be accomplished to make the lnuchroom ideal. How about a cleanliness cam- paign including an earnest move- ment towards removing empty pop bottles, discarded waste pa- per, and dirty dishes and an at- tempt to keep the tables as clean as possible? Eliminate Dinning Noise in Dining It would be impossible to elimi- nate all noise in the lunchroom, for students need that one pe- riod in which to let off steam. However, a serious effort might be made to tone down the racket. This, of course, could be instigated by the Council. And while we are discussing this question, we member that alone cannot n e c e s s a r y wholehearted entire school improvements. is necessary, might do well to re- the Student Council accomplish all the The co-operation of the Table Deluxe Diners Disregard T umult, Enjoy Hearty Lunch To initiate the beginning of a new series of every eater's every day etiquette, the Trib takes great first pleasure lin presenting the table to receive the title of Table Deluxe. In the midst of the noise and confusion which reigns in the lunchroom each day, the occupants of table five, row C, go on eating, talking, and studying in perfect ob- livion to their surroundings. The group boasts one 1A, Joan Reichardg two 2A's, Ruth Kiesel- bach and Alice Skibbensg five 3A's, Lorene Fosler, Lorraine Risavy, Joyce Stepien, Dorothy Toepfer, and Eleanor Zuranskig one 4B, Lois Johnson: and one 4A, Geor- gette Gleason. Although there are ten students at this table each day and some- times 11 or 12, the more the mer- nier attitude is taken by these pu- pils and they never seem too crowded. Joyce, Lorene, and Alice finish their lunch in as little time as pos- sible and then rush out to the park to engage in a game of baseball. Joan spends most of her lunch per- iod reading her favorite library books. Lois and Ruth use the few minutes they have to spare, after engaging in a hearty meal, to catch up on a bit of back work, while Dorothy, Lorraine, and Eleanor discuss the following day's short- hand exercises. Mr. Osbon Takes to Air Getting on the radio for Profes- sor Kenneth Osbon, history teacher and golf expert, is a pushover. Rumor has it that as a result of his appearance on the Man on the Street program last Saturday noon, he has rejected several luring radio offers. Mr. Osbon complained to the Mant' that the bane of a teacher's existence is the uninspired pupil who cannot connect the events of the past with those of the present day. Page 55 Bowling Banquet ClimaxesSeasong Teams Finish The annual bowling banquet was held at the grand ballroom of the Stevens hotel Sunday, May 11. Over 3,000 boys and girls of Chicago high school bowling leagues at- tended. The winners of the vanious boys' and girls' bowling events received their prizes consisting of plaques, school trophies, bowling balls, gold necklaces for girls, gold watch fobs for boys, and individuals med- als for winners in each school league. At Taft the boys who won first place in their league are Clarence Olson, George Olson, Charles Ke- german, Walter Zenschner, and Snuffy Pedersen who made up the Sure Strike team. The Srew- balls, made up of Don Rauch, Alan Kroff, Fred Hill, and Fred Fass- nacht, were in second place. , In intersectional play the balls lost a close decision to in the first round. Srew- Lane Lane Conquers Srewballs The Sure Strikes drew a by on the first round, defeated Roosevelt in the second with two straight games, and lost to Foreman. In the high school championship playoffs, which occurred Saturday, May 10, the first place winner was Kelly with 2786 pins. Taft's entry, made up of Wlilliam Leighton, Don Rauch, Warren Nordby, Tom Reinhold, and Rich- ard Jilek, scored 2350 pins. The outstanding member of Taft's team was Richard Jilek with a score of 185, 100, and 294 for a series of 569 or a 190-average for the tree games. Girls Second on North Side In the girls' league the Eight Balls were finally defeated for the north side championship by the girls from Senn, thereby missing out of the bowling balls and bags that were given the winners, The girls' bowling tournament at Taft was won by the Alley Rats -Mildred and Norma Tess, Mary Ann Jacobsen, and Lois Lindsay- and the Gordonettes-Lois Cline- man, Shirley Becker, June Lowry, and Marilyn Parrish, Second place was captured by the Eight Balls-Floyetta Wheeler, Merle Maack, Gloria Klisch, and Lois Juberg-and the Gutter Gals -Betty Ehrlich, Lois Miller, Mary- ailce Youmas, and Natalie Strauss. Competing against other section- al winners in the city, the Alley Rats lost their first game. The Gordonettes won their first and second, but lost their third game. Mr. John Piuppo, faculty, spon- sors bowling at Taft. Page 5 6 Taft Tribune May 23 Tracksters to Meet Von Steuben Taft Nine Faces Amunclsen To - lu Expect to Quallfy Racqueteers for Taft will ob- M b - V - serve the following schedule for em this Seasqn. All-City Competitions VVith its fighting force now mo- bilized, the track team, according to Coach Saul Farl,er, is definitely ready to meet Von Steuben next Thursday. The meet will be held at Taft. The team hopes to qualify some e members for the city meet June 9 and another meet held for high school com- petition at Stagg F'ield ev- ' e1'y spring in- ' cluding this, Second year men a1'e Frank- enberg, Taft's miler and bas- ketball player, and Ruehl, Drit- lein, Srednicki, Padgitt, and Wriglit. The events and men who fill the lineup are as follows: 100-yard dash: Ruehl, Dritlein, Gu1'as, Lander- holm, and Sred- nicki. 220-yard: Hop- per, Ruehl. D1'it- lein. 440-yard Cquar- ter milel: Lo- V bodainski, Conk- lin. 880-yard fhalf mileb: Dressel, Weber, Padgitt, Flynn. Mile: Frank- enberg, Johnson. Shot put: Eng- lish, Althamar. - Broad Jump: Parigini, High Jump: Wright. The tracksters who haven't yet chosen their events are Connelly, Logan, Freitag, Kagczmarcyk, and Casperson, i-. New Talent on Golf Team Taft has only to beat Roosevelt, Senn, and Sullivan to capture the north section golf title. The team, under Coach Joe Kupcinet, is aug- mented by such new talent as Pia- secki, Whitney, Wrobel, and Fell. Piasecki, Whitney, and Franken- berg have been shooting in the low 80's and high 70's, The first and second matches with Lakeview and Von Steuben respectively, played by A. Samp- son, Piasecki, Wrobel, Franken- berg, and Witt, were victories. Today, Taft at Von Steuben May 26, Taft at Lane May 28, Taft at Lake View June June June June June 2, Roosevelt at Taft 4, Taft at Amundsen 6, Sullivan at Taft 9, Taft at Senn 11, Von Steuben at Taft League baseball games for the remainder of the semester in- clude the following: Next Monday, Taft at Lane. Next Wednesday, Senn at Taft. Next Friday, Lake View. Postponed games will be played June 2, 3, and 4. The present standing of the team is recorded in column 4. Must Win Majoz Ci Next Eight G: To Reach Divisii Fighting for a berth in t division, the Taft basebai will mect Amundsen today Hampered by an early slack the Eagles must win eight g. achieve jority of the next goal. Thi the Ar game ir because an ink what tc from tl as it re: mid-seas Starti season bang, a v i c t o 1 Rooseve 22 and 2 v i c t o 1 Waller . the Eag into a April were de to 0 by sen, 10 Schurz to 2 l May 5, 6 by L: May 13. Striving , their f 1 losing 5 th e E bowed ' veltis Baseball Team Faces Photographer During Rest from Practice Members of the football squad rest from practice a moment so that their coach, Mr. Harry Mil- ler, may photograph them for his memory book. Front row, left to right: Bernard Dabbert, P, Bill Stephen, P, Wright Peterson, P and lst B, Jer- ry Wohllober, P, Howard Behm, P and 3rd Bg second row: Don Fillmore, 1st and 2nd B, Andy Ducay, lst B, John Mikulka, CF, Leonard Basak, C, Hillard Dura, SS, Hank Andersohn, LF. Back row: Jack Zetterburg, LF, Bob Bohde, P, Tom Carroll, RF, William Wagner, RF and 3rd B, Ed Tarczinski, 2nd B, John Dalton, RF, George Fischer, C and 2nd B. RF, Bob Holiday, Riders 2 to 0. After the Rii innings p i t C h Stephai cumbed Y Roosevi Tennis Team Defeats Lane, Bows to Lake View, Sullivan The number-one man of Taft's tennis team, Fred Fossnacht, was sorely missed in Monday's match with Sullivan, the third league game played this season. The battle, which was fought at Sullivan, resulted in a sweeping vic- tory for Sullivan as Taft's singles and doubles teams were beaten. On the singles team were Jiirka and Bolek. The doubles team consisted of John Pedersen and Dennison Wise. Lane, a school of champions, was taken down a notch by a school of super champions in the previous Tuesday's tennis match. The smashing serve and baffling returns of Bill Bolek, who scored 6 to 4, 6 to 3, and 5 to 7, and Don Jirka left the Indians exhausted on the courts minus their scalps. Seven rahs and a yea for Paul Pedersen and George Wise who beat the Laneites in their doubles match 6to2,6to8,and6to1. After taking the lead at the be- ginning of their match, the rec- queteers lost by a small margin to a strong Lake View team May 12. According to Coach Joe Kupcinet, in spite of the defeats by Lake View and Sullivan, prospects for the future look mighty rosy. man after two were out in frame. Dabbert relieved Stepha slab after two doubles ant had been effected. Star' liantiy in defense were Behm at short, Wright Pe the initial sack, and Let sak, catcher. Revamped in its positii the Eagles found themselv from the offerings of B Roosevelt moundsman. - -1 + Schurz YOUR Summer S See complete details 49, lcl. 1. Fogli- Cup Gam june mal Issue out 0 Price 10 Cents Im 20 H I 1 U I iQ 16 Page VI. No. 8 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois -711118 5, 19+ he Buccaneer, Faculty Challenges Baseball Team vines to Taft :xt Tuesday By Nancy Gray v that the summer finals are ng near, all of Taft's would-be 'ians are trying in Vain to their heads with the knowl- that was to have been instal- . them throughout the semes- :ould be for this reason that istorical novel, The Bucca- is to be presented at Taft, , is more Likely that the real 1 is to provide all around en- nt for all Taft students. Entire Cast Excellent ether you are interested in y or not, you certainly will this movie starring Frederic , to be presented in two per- nces the third, fourth, and and the seventh, eighth, and periods next Tuesday. ldes getting across a lot of y in a nice way, The Bucca- provides a great number of s and a lot of story-book nent. Frederic March, as is excellent as the pirate, La Fitte, who makes it pos- for Andrew Jackson to win attle of New Orleans in the f 1812. Two Performances whole cast is played ex- .ly including Gretchen who away on La Fitte's boat and ncidentally, is very much in 'ith him. n Tamaroff turned in one of est played parts when this vas completed, for his por- of a Napoleon's cannoneer erb both in comedy and in ter-ization. t miss this picture, even are seeing it for the second ecause it packs three periods f delightful entertainment. our ticket C10 centsl from usiness manager today. fr winning first place in Earch 8 quiz contest, Charle- ard, 4A, enters the semi- phase of Chuck Akree's School Aces program to- w morning at 10 a. m. on 1 WGN. Senzbrs to .Select Outstand1ngMate An outstanding Taft graduate will be photographed and inter- viewed this year as always for the Metropolitan section of the Chicago Tribune, but this year the gradua- tion class will be given a chance to participate in the selection. Principal L. A. Hoefer and mem- bers of the faculty have nominated 10 members of the senior class, and their classmates will vote next Tuesday for the one which they believe is most outstanding in scholarship and extra-curricular ac- tivities. The candidates are: Ruthjayne Aeberly, Charleton Bard, Jean Bost- wick, Evelyn Hass, Earnest Kowal- ski, Dorothy Machel, Tom Orzada, Alan and Jack Sampson tas one unity, Bob Schaefer, and Eleanor Vana. The winner's name will then be submitted to the Tribune and he or she will be interviewed along with the outstanding graduates of other Chicago high schools. Taft Representatives Attend Clean-Up Fete Howard Behm, 3A, and Marinella De Roeck, 2A, have been selected to attend the annual Victory Clean-Up campaign luncheon to be held to- day at 12:15 p. m. in the Mural room of the Morrison hotel. The high spot of the luncheon will be the announcement of the school which won first place in the Clean-up campaign. All Chicago public schools were asked to sub- mit a report of their Clean-up activ- ities to the district superintendent. A judging committee will decide what high school accomplished the most. The winning school and those receiving honorable mention will have their campaign activities pub lished in book form to be sent to all public schools in the city. Mr. L. A. Hoefer, Mr. Leonard Teuscher, Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff, and Mrs. Ida Goldfein will attend. BULLETIN-The final issue of the Taft Trib for this semester will be out June 20. This issue, which will contain the pictures of the June grad- uates as well as features and news of general interest, will be the largest ever produced at Taft. Because of the extra ex- pense involved it will sell for 10 cents. Place your order with your business manager on or before Friday, June 13. Today Unity Day Thru Proclamation Of Chicago's Mayor The all for one and one for all spirit is today being put to a test in Chicago as Unity Day celebra- tions are in progress. The procla- mation of this event was made by Mayor Edward J. Kelly following the President's announcement of 21 full national emergency. This day was set aside for all Chicagoans to unite in celebrations to demonstrate their loyalty and patriotic devotion, without regard of race, creed, or color. One of the main events of the day will be the great Unity Day mass meeting which will be addressed by Wen- dell L. Willkie in the Chicago Sta- dium tonight. In his proclamation Mayor Kelly pointed out that whereas the citi- zens of the United States are unani- that the mous in the agreement country faces the gravest crisis in its history as a result of powerful work in anti-democratic forces at the world and because it has al- ways been characteristic of the peo- ple to unite unqualified to protect their country's liberty and way of life when endangered from with- out, June 6 should be Chicago's day of unifying its people with the gov- ernment. Mayor Kelly's action in proclaim- ing today as Unity Day and the quick cooperation received from many groups makes Chicago the first city to respond to President Roosevelt's proclamation of a full national emergency. Farber to Pitch, R apier to Catch For the second time in the hi tory of Taft, the Fogli Cup play 0 will take place next Thursday : 2 p. m. in the Norwood Park di. mond. This great struggle, which take place every spring between tl taseball team and the faculty, he now become a Taft institution. Recalling last year's game, it -interesting to note that the facull came from behind to win in ti last inning by one run. For tt present engagement the faculty going into the game with almo: the same lineup as last year. Th year that outstanding basketba star, Mr. Saul Farber, will pitch. The faculty lineup includes: Farber, pg and Rapier c, as ba teriesg Kupcinet, lst base, Purcel 2nd base: Jerry, shorty Miller, Br base, Teuscher, LFg Bigler, CF Osbon, RF. Auxiliary players are: Seylle Johnson, out fieldg Mrs. Ruth Lin' coach at Srdg Miss Helen Lowe: coach at lst. To the uninitiated, the game rel resents the big chance for the stl dents to get revenge on the facult for the previous defeats in both th first Fogli Cup game and the Wasl bowl game. It also means that for the nex year either the student body or th faculty will hold this cup. Las year, of course, the faculty had th cup, but everyone is thirsting for 1 first victory over the faculty ath letes. Baseball Team Calm From the baseball team little i to be heard, but they seem to be ii a state similar to the calm beforf the storm. In the first game Psik wa: knocked out of the box and Joe' Kupcinet relieved him. But ac cording to Yogi Osbon fhe's lay ing 10 to 1 on the facultyj the tight, defensive .infield which the faculty has developed may ant probably will play shutout ball. As for sluggers, Jerry of the en gine room heads the list and wilf prove devastating to the basebali team's pitchers, claims the prophet Page 58 Taft Tribune French Splash, Rackets Flash, Swords Clash Cyrilla Matuszak, club editor All aboard for Oklahoma, Golden Gate, Albuquerque . . . Take an im- aginary and picturesque trip to the wonders of the United States with the Geography club. A movie in technicolor showing the most beau- tiful spots of the country is brought each week to the members by Miss Maybelle Capron. Dorothy Dieker, president, rushes the business transactions so that the members can enjoy the social entertainment. lk Pk HK Attention, girls! Anyone who can swing a mean racquet is asked to join the Racquet club and sign up for the tennis tournaments to be held at Norwood Park. Single matches will be played until the winner is proclaimed. Lists are posted in the girls' gym ready for signatures. at 4- as The pretzel benders of the Stunts club are still at it, doing a good turn daily. Members of the club are inviting all girls to join next semester and have a twisting good time. if HI Sk Splash! The French club will wind up an active social season when it holds its splash party to- morrow at the Irving Park Y. W. C. A. Dancing will complete the evening's festivities. The members received club pins last Monday and will also receive fleur-de-lis emblems to wear on their sweaters. V 8 -. Boys! Do you want to become another Zorro? The opportunity is knocking. The fencing club, under the sponsorship of Mr. Irving Ru- ben, is under way. Some of the boys have their own equipment and the athletic department may sup- ply the club's equipment. The club meets the second peniod on Thursday. If the response is great enough, the club may form a team and compete against other city schools. Come on and join for something different and new. Ill if U Members of the Business Guild had the pleasure of seeing a dem- onstration of business machines given by Miss Forbes of the Bur- roughs Calculator Company, May 23. Mr. Brand, of the same com- pany, gave a talk on the oppor- tunities of machine operators. Movies were shown on the same subject. Today the club will hear a rep- resentative of the Metropolitan Life Insurance company talk on the values of life insurance and life insurance as a career. Miss Forbes and Mr. Brand also talked before the career classes. t Girls, Chorus Stars Achieve Variet Top. left to right. Shirley Peterson. Josephine Gendiellee. June Eph- ingston. Grace Kerber. Gertrude Strozewski. and Barbara Ellis. the double trio of the girls' chorus as they prepare to sing: The Gay Minuet for their next performance for which all Taft is clamoring. Center, the minuet dancers. Lucille Nitsche, Jenn Anderson, Shh-Lee Turner, Carmellita Larocco, and Sonja Paulson await their cue. Bottom, left to right. Ruth Schielka and Betty Holiday, chorus ac- companists. I 12 Trib sala-men ' Manage Sell-Outs The laurels for selling 40 or more copies of the May 23 issue of the Taft Tribune go to: Jean Siegler, 3B, 110, Hansen. Brill Bolek, 4A, 203, Hershenhouse. Lorraine Rozanski, SA, 209, Mitchell Olive Horst, 3A, 211, Kiley Eleanor Vana, 4A, 214, Carleton Jean Sherman, 3B, 216, McKeen Lois Swanson, 3A, 217, Lewis Gertrude Billings, 3B, 306, Fink Margaret Pekara, 4B, 311, Devenish Millicent Sadlier, 3A, 316, Grosser Ruth Wahlberg, 4B, 321, Halverson The only p. m. division which made the Not Under 40 club this time is: Marilyn Ellinger, 1B, 307, Kelly Mrs. Flauter Heads P. T.'A. Next Year New officers we1'e installed and tentative plans for the coming year were made at the P.T.A. meeting held last Monday. Mrs. Peter Flauter was elected president and Mrs. Ernst Andersen and Mrs. Lillian Perry, faculty, were voted first and second vice- presidents respectively. The re- cording secretary is Mrs. O. Gray and the corresponding secretary Mrs. G. Fosler. The P.T.A. throughout the year has done much for Taft students. They have contributed 50 dollars to the land fund and have given the school a new flag. Detinite plans for the coming year are not yet available. . june 6 C. Kelly Pres: Bessemer? Bu By Bill Bessemer In a truly scientific e demonstrate the versatili capability of the male mi reporter shed all of the res ties of self-respect, bask and what-have-you by ent cooking class during a lab and taking active part in t onstration being offered th The products of this am are two lightly tanned, tas apple-filled bits of pastry more crudely as muffins Now, don't get us wror We haven't gone Hhighbr you, but we didn't quite kr to begin this little tale, and advised to regard the who with an air of nonchalancf we guess we just weren't to be nonchalant. We Get Cold Fee1 On the level, though, v first heard of this idea, we it O.K., but by the time proached the door to Miss ine Kelly's cooking class attired in a pretty whitt we firmly resolved never t party to such a scheme age is, not until the next til Upon opening the door, greeted by the smiling ga or more of Miss Kellyis girls. After an eternal ml silence, Miss Kelly eased barrassment by assigning table with three smiling 1 We were directed to a the wall whose purpose i' familiarize us with the of the utensils. By this 1 excitement had somewh down and we were more al serve the activity around We ffnivvy Up the c The recipe was plainly on the blackboard, and tl preparing the ingredients vided among the four stl each table. After the in had been collected, we lowed to mix them and 1 grease the pan, and then pared them for the oven After 20 or more minute ing, we were told to take of the oven. This is whe' countered the only hitcl short-lived career as coc we should say, chef, Theory has it that the are supposed to drop ligl the pan, but ours had to b out and they fell wlith thud. The muffins, though a I were edible, and this lit' iment proves the versatili male mind. Now we chal girl to do as well in an arts class. : 6, 1941 qyortunit Rays rS mart Taftites ,ny Taftites, who listen when rtunity knocks, are taking ad- age of the 1941 summer ses- at Schurz. pical of the reasons given for idance are those stated by the wing who are among those 80- trion Englund, 3B, wishes to 5 up the half semester she lost ise of illness. ins for graduating in less than years is the reason Fred Bar- 3B, is going to summer school. will study English and history. zen Whitney, 3B, loves music wishes to spend an otherwise summer in practice and exile' ,e, She plays the clarinet in s S orchestra. order to complete her se- ce, Jeanette Stelmach, 3A, will f shorthand at Schurz this ner. cause typing is offered only to nercial students at Taft, John nnell, lA, intends to take a ig course in summer school. gebra is the subject Ruth Schu- mer, 3A, selects this summer ise she wants two years of . and 'is not able to obtain this 1 in her regular course. orge Hamilton, 1A, intends to :fer to Lane next semester for :chanical course and is there- going to take up mechanical ing. :hard Pelton, 4A, will graduate Schurz this summer. is not 'mn late tn sign un for Taft Tribune Ayel Wally Anders oins Navy to See Wonders of World By Ruthjayne Aeberly Here comes the Navy! thought many Taftites Monday when they spotted a sailor clothed in a navy uniform roaming through the cor- ridors. But a second glance revealed, not a stranger, but Wally Anders, brother of Bill Anders, 3A, and a former Taft student himself. Wally, who quit school last sem- ester to join Uncle Sam's first line of defense, was persuaded to reveal facts of interest to all would-be sea hawks who still remain at Taft. He is still a dryline sailor at the Great Lakes naval training sta- tion where he has just completed his preliminary training. After a brief leave, he will return to study- ing fat aviation schooly in hopes of becoming a navy flier. He has yet to see a real voyage and his dreams of South Sea island sunshine still remain visions. My greatest thrill so far was the day we stood in line while our clothes were passed out, he ex- plained. During the four years he will spend in the navy, Wally wants most to travel and see the world. Anyone with average intelli- gence can be a seaman, he con- cluded, but I think a fellow has more advantages in the navy if he Future Florence Nzlghtingales Get Red Cross Cards No, they're not Clara Ba1'tons or Florence Nightingales, but mein- bers of the fifth and sixth period home management classes have completed a 10-week course in Red Cross home nursing which entitles them to Red Cross certificates. This course has been supervyised by a registered nurse, Mrs. Ruby C. Kallman, who has taught the girls how to ca1'e for la sick per- son at home. Among other things, the girls now know the correct way to make and change beds, how to roll and apply bandages, how to bathe a patient, and how to keep a complete record of a sick person's progress. Methods of improvising sick room needs in case of emergency were also taught. Especially inter- esting to the girls was the manner in which an ordinary cardboard box can be converted into a bed tray. Red Cross certificates will be given to the girls at the end of the semester. The home management classes are now studying home planning and home furnishing for their fu- ture Ucastles in the airf' They are also making plans for redecorating their own bedrooms. finishes his high school education first. M bred Chorus czptivates Audzences Page 5 S alifornia, Hen They Come! If They Make It By Norman Esserman Two of the Grindle boys, Art, alumnus, and Don, 3A, are plz ning a trip this summer to E Brothers Clyde and Bill .in a Moc T. Clyde is with the 202nd Coast 1 tillery .in Texas while Bill is aviation school in Alhambra, Cz fornia. Seeing the brothers will be anti-climax. There is some dot that they can get there in that , miile a gallon contraption wi Venetian blinds. The boys have a chance to ta a better car. but their feelings we expressed by Don when he sa Half the fun of going will be ke: ing the car in one niece. Armed with 3550 ful' unexpect repairs and a set of tools for breakdowns, the two knights of t road will invade the West. Lochi var came out of the west. Will t Grindles? Art pointed out that Wrox way Corrigan started his ti without a compass. He, Art, li a compass! Jack Oakley, 3A, 1 owner, is sure it will direct the right, but doubts the probabili of his compass ever seeing the wt ders of the coast. From now until school lets o pounding, banging, and sweari will come out of the Grindle gara as the boys try to put the car shape. 'pner center. left to right. Bill Hagen-up. Dorothy Krueger, Ted Pfis- lille SWIUIBOII, Mildred Idle, Jack Zetterberg, Joan Shaw, Bob Schaefer, Iouble quartet of the mixed chorus, singing f'Song' of Love while rsing' for study assembly last Thursday. ower center, the triple trioists, Gloria Kissel, Bolo Shumfherg, Jean- Bogner, Rosemarie Favretto, George Fischer, Doris Fletcher, Betty ilken, Bob Stensland, and Lois Varnell, who starred in the Vanilla mn The car is expensive for a T Av-t Qnirl that ha noir! v-urn-A hnn-'nl I Ei 5' 1 r YW,-iL-ia Left, top row, Louise Soper, chorus accompanist Doris Fletcher, 31 Faith Kruse, soloists: bottom row, Mildred lille :nfd Lorraine Peterso soloists. Rigllf, UTD row. Betty M0Qllilken, June Swanson, and Dorothy Krui I-Terg bottoln row, Roselnurie Favretto and Gloria Kissel, more soloists. Insets, Georgette Colburn, right, and Georgette Gleason left ai graduating seniors who have been mixed chorus members sinlze the bi :inning of its existence. Page 60 Taft Tribune june 6 Taft Wins Praise Outside Trips and travel, whether to far corners of the globe or downtown tor a shopping spree, have always appealed to people in every walk of life, and Taft students are no exception. Field trip days at Taft, May 20 and 21, were gala affairs with journal- ism, careers, physics, chemistry, and civwics classes participating. The tours were planned in an effort to give the students actual views of the things which they study in the classroom. It was noticeable that everyone enjoyed the trips, and the repeated compliments of the guides indicate that most of the students applied the time in a worthwhile manner. The classes that visited the Daily News plant, Northwestern Univer- sity, and the Chicago Historical society were especially commended for their excellent conduct during their tours. It is hoped that the spirit of cooperation which was shown by most of the classes will help to make these field trips a definite part of the curriculum. String Along With Taft Orchestra Who knows? Under the rough exterior of many a Taftite may be the makings of a polished musician, a Rubinoff, a Heifetz, or at least a Jack Benny. Now that the Taft concert orchestra has gone out and made a name for the school in the field of music and literally done us proud, there are probably many shrinking violets who would like to become members of the orchestra but are hiding their talents. A special plea for more strings is being made at this time by Mr. John Rapier, conductor of the orchestra. Do something for your school and at the same time become a member of an organization of wh-ich y0u'l1 be proud. The More You Have the More You Want It is said that music soothes the savage, and it seems as though it affects Taft students in the same way. The mixed chorus, under the baton of Mrs. Helen Scanlon, gave both students and teachers an enjoyable and delightful program last Thursday in the auditorium during the third period study. From the amount of applause and attitude and attention of the audience, it was not hard to see how much they enjoyed it, and what a relief it was from the mo notonous every day drudgery of study! Why not have more programs 1-ike this one, perhaps one day a week? The girls' chorus could share honors with the mixed chorus every now and then as well as with the various bands and orchestras who meet during different periods so that many study hall groups could benefit from good music. Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students ot the WILLIAM HOWARD 'I'AF'I' HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Avenue, Chicago, Illinois June 6, 1941 Price Five Cents Editor-in-chief: Ruthjayne Aebel-ly. Assistant editors: Cyrlllu Matuszak, Lorraine Rlsavy. Make-up editors: Jean Bostwick, Harriet Myers. Features: Bill Bessemer, Pat Dolan, June Pemble, Dolores Schmall, Char- lotte Smith, Alan Sampson, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon, Shirlee Kaage, Norman Esserman, Bill Schneider, Robert Smith. News: Charleton Bard, Warren Erickson, Jeannette Granberg, Nancy Gray, Lenore Green. Jean Kofoed, Winifred Pufunt, Jack Sampson, Eleanor Vana, Mary Martorana, Aleen Whitney. Typlsts: Virginia. Hunt, Bob Kofoed, Lorraine Mazzoni ,Irene Wledow. Photographer: Kenneth Manchee. V Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr.. Paul Bigler. Inquiring Reporter Gets Tait's Opinion On New Draft Issue By Charlotte Smith While wandering aimlessly through the lunchroom sipping a malted, this week's inquiring re- porter questions, What tis your opinion on lowering the conscrip- tion age to 18? Lillian Marshall, 3B, thinks it's terrible. Why, there won't be any fellows left for us to go around with, she says. Bill Ruehl, 4A, has a more se- rious opinion about the question. We are not considered of age, nor can we vote, says he, until we are 213 so why should we have to fight or even train to fight for something we aren't allowed to vote for. He's Rarin' To G01 On the other hund, John Labod- zinski, 4A, thinks it's a good thing so that when a fellow graduates from high school he won't secure a good job and then have to give it up in a few years. Joyce Olson, IA, is against con- scription for reasons of her own. James Love, 2B, says, Better to get your year over with while you'- re young and before other problems ar-ise. ' Marilyn Lutz, 4A, doesn't like the idea because many boys, who have at one time quit school to go to work and then changed their minds and come back, will not be able to complete their high school education. - Let's Call It Off Leonard Anderson, 4A,- thinks the age should be raised to 35, while Clayton Mott, 2B, says, They should drop the whole thing. Jean Smith, IB, says, It's swell. Won't it be nice to have a uniform on each arm? Ruth Droege, 1B,.is against it. It would include her brother, James, a Taft alumnus. Virginia Hunt, 4A, doesn't like to see 18-year-olds in camp because, It'll spoil their chances for an ed- ucation and they won't be able really to get to do as -they like. After a little thought, Bob Al- brecht, ZA, says Hhe thinks it's O.K. because after graduating you don't have to look for a job- you just land in the army. 'i'HE band - THE concert band -has turned swingy. At least, they're trying to swing out with the lat- Wonders don't cease. est jive that Mr. John Rapierj Q director, recently obtained. Their repertoire includes Ma- ria Elena, Perfidia, Ama- pola, Boogie-Woogie, Bugle Boy, The Band Played On, Frenesi, and The Donkey Serenade. . ' In the Qual Of the I M Sudden Thoughts: I wonder how many higlr students actually attended 1 T. C. Parade.-Suzie Q. Little Bit of Nuttir1': Henry Ford recently an' the completion of his 30-n Ford. You must be wrong, we've jumped out of the wa least 50,000,000 of those tions.-Jazbo of 316 a. m. New In the World of Scie This Fluid Drive busir countless advantages. Even' Norlie can make a smoot Louise de The car of tomorrowwill one-piece body and fender 4 ed plastic. Heaven forbid of the expense ofa new bo ders are bad enough.-Ht-D Dumbell Pome: Early to bed, Early to rise, Makes your girl Go with other guys. Little White Lies: We were both there, tear saw each other. -The Juice Ah Yes: In spring, a young man turns to thoughts of -- - batting averages, heck! Vt' Oh, Woe Is He! Woe Is Me . By Imam Old F0956 As a young freshie in '31 was shyg When promoted to sophom made me feel highg But as a junior, my, I wa: bold: And now as a senior, I actl at 4 5-I if xiii' s I wonder i 5:1934 if iX 1., . - ' gg 4- --'Deluxe 1 11' hif i 7 iasifi Q ' N321-?5 E, .1 ,ai-. 'K H ' f, . S game - toes umped be ' f Q!.,fLtf ii A F ri 'S In - 2 e h gy eyes and Lett 'Hman because he had h Cigar was in the box, 1 at the stick, and Measles vs ing. 'Grass covered a lot o Sawdust filled the bases, a cleaned up. Well, like any other gal 'are always arguments. l blew up 5 so Parrot squawi ,key kicked, and Light was Then Stocking gif' arun -body was in the meg ev played. Crook stple thii was cut down ag' the p, Wood became a chucker. Lightning struck, but tried to stretch, and I picked off. Waiter put the platter, Jitterbugsw Lunatic was off his base. Bee W erefs' Mud In Your Eye Twosomes to Date: logenson . . . Mary Boarini rch Ericksen . . . Harriet nd aton Bard . .. Evelyn Sievers vale . . . Janis Fischer ltudstrup . . . Wilma Dubs Kilmek . . . Doug Small .eimer . . . Dan Zachary chaefer . . . Lois Meltzer iv Rees . . . Bill Henke Gerber . . . Alan Sampson Swanson . . . Bob Kofoed e Soper . . . Kenneth Manchee More Prom Dates: ar bright spots in the color- ene will be Nancy Gray and tephan, Lois Miller and Geor- .se, Pat Peterson and Wally Betty Sorenson and Tom . Betty Ehrlich and Ernie' ski, Lorraine Kraemer and Vandenbergh, Mary Ann Ja- l and Dick Oberg, Charlotte son and Bill Cameron, Lois neyer and Warren Schneider, Schaefer and Tim Wnight, e Turner and Joe Svec, and Dolezal and Helen Booth. While Snooping: y Winkelhaus stating she be using the wrong combina- her lock never opens, ' Boanini, Annette Avery, and vtte Frank dripping their ' little gunboats in Lake :an while on the Rosenwald Lripg lche Tanney and Charlotte :kson spoiling appetites by g their recipes for orange ice, 1 Hagerup sliding down a fireman-fashion, during the News field trip for the bene- his feminine admirers, Amenta leading a bunch of be Nelson Eddys in song, other bus applicants make a ate attempt to drown them ley Meltzer and Jean Sher- valking dubiously down the Seems they had a little dif- with a couple of horsesj. ,ht for the Day: e you ever seriously consider- lotter? It's a most absorbing bliging Chap: the benefit of puzzled be- s: the young man standing head in the hall sixth pe- vas none other than Don a. eems that after Mr. Daniel ll, civics teacher, had thor- explained an assignment, with amazing clarity of t, asked what he should do. n told to go out in the hall ind on his head, he did. tion from Famous People: ple cannot live without read- ld the Taft Trib cannot live t being read. -Marilyn Daebel 6, 1941 Taft Tribune- Page 6 SECOND CHILDHOOD? It seems that Taftites just don't realize how well off they are until they graduate. Among those seen Wistfully roaming the halls of their Alma Mater lately are Dick Trier, Bob Scholler, Bob Merevick, Babe Kleber, Bob Erickson, and Dick DeLaMater. We recognize: Don Jirka by his noisy clothes, Olive Horst by the angelic look on her face, Maryalice Youmans by her musical laugh, Jane Jewell by her corny jokes, Marion Pittatsis by her friendly sm-ile, Florence Shirley by her resemblagnce to Mary Jane, seniors by their world- ly airs, Ruth Wahlberg by her long eyelashes, Tom Burnett by his Cheshire cat grin, D-an Zachary by his crew haircut, Carl Hagerup by his tuba, Connie Zietlow and Virginia Gillis by their amusing imitations, course book time by a sudden studying fever on the part of the students, Swede Anderson by his bad case of sunburn.. as -rf s Did you hear the one about the rabbit? lt's a short tail! ! 'i'i '!! Sk Sk Pls Flash! Flash! There's a murder- er running around loose in school! Jean Cullen, Alpha Tri-Hi-Y pres- lident, attacked a poor, defenseless little June bug at the club's last meeting and murdered it with her gavel. if S1 if Smart Senior: How many people are there in a double quartette? is bk Sk What They Don't Like: Here are some idiosyncracies fsplendid Wordy that we gleaned from the Taft crop. If we catch a look of perplexity on your beaming faces, perhaps this definition will prove enlightening: An tdiosyncracy is something like a pet peeve, only different. Glen Jorian can't stand pullin' cotton apart, and Mrs. Vera McCon- ville is allergic to cats. Among those who claim a violent dislike to mem- bers of the insect world are Doris Zonsius, who especially hates June bugs, and Harriet Grund and Mary Boarini, who both shudder at the sight of caterpillars and spiders. Fizz Janis strikes an original note when-he says, quote: I dou't like girls who chew gum like cows! unquote. Don't crack your knuckles around Meredith Granger, and whatever you do, avoid using the words par- aphernalia and putrid in the company of Marge Bailey. Mary Crooks thinks -anyone who wears a plaid skirt with a print blouse is slightly Htetched in the haid, while Harriet Myers can't abide the .sound of someone's eat- ing an apple next to her ear. A peculiarity of most parents is their undesirable reaction to course books in technicolor. I The Bo of the Month Bob Frankenberg, who placed second in the mile event with a time of four minutes and 45 sec- onds at the Chicago Teachers' col- lege intervocational track meet for high schools held May 24, has been chosen by Mr. L. A. Hoefer, prin- oipal, as the Boy of the Month for this issue. Bob, Taft's first three-letter man, is active not only in track but in basketball and golf as well. As for- ward on Taft's junior and senior basketball teams, he has displayed brilliant defensive work. Golf, Bob's favorite sport, brought him runner-up honors in the sec- ond flight divlision of the Midwest public links golf tournament. Bob reports that his best record is an 81 shot at Greenview. Though Bob does not boast of ever having made a hole in one, he did make an Eagle last summer. CA11 Eeagle is two strokes under par.J. Bob, who maintains his secret of success is keeping himself in good physical condition stands ive feet eight inches and weighs 140 pounds. A confirmed bachelor and all- round outdoor man, Bob enJoys camping and wants to learn to be an agriculturist at the University of Wisconsin. Coming from a family of seven, five boys and two girls fBob being . .'.f 15:91:25- : , .... 22: f f ' ' -- --.- ,..,...: E.. , . gin , i it 4 V t .4 ....., 5 .. Bob Frankenberg second from the youngestl, make some sort of record for him alsc His little brother wlill be an atlt letic gift to Taft in the near ft ture. Coach Saul Farber, who ha worked with Bob on the basketbal and track teams, says, Bob is th ideal athlete, the perfect team mai and he'l1 surely take a prominen place in the mile event of the al. city track meet next Monday an- Friday. f171e Tribune Presents Mr. Rainer Mr. John Rapier, director of instrumental music, who last month len the orchestra to an S rating in the all-city meet, Loves: kids , dogs, horses, and people, Likes: powerful cars, planes, trailers, golf, fist - ing, baseball, boxing, football, basketball, dancing church, symphonies, Maintains as his chief ambition: to be one o the top men in his profession, Would like to see: every department boot hom a winner, paid up sales slip for 32,000 worth of ir struments for band and orchestra, every kid in Norwood with a horn, Thinks: that the Taft administration is thi tops, programming superb, activities calendar in dispensable, faculty the best ever, the mixed cho rus equal to any organization he has ever heard the girls' chorus like a fine violin section in quality but better in looks, Believes: the people of the community are hospitable, dynamic, ant human and that Taft will furnish the great men and women leaders oz the country. 0 The boy stood on the burning deck -so that's how the Hhotfoot' started. 0 A lot of people who never get in the swim of things are often all wet 0 Puppy love is usually the beginning of a dog's life. 0 Isn't it odd how people who ordinarily would never harm a rabbi: will often split a hair? 0 After 2,200 enthusiastic Taftites came back from their clean-up vaca tion, the only dusty objects were their minds. 0 Wl1y don't people appreciate simple spring flowers more? Don't they know that even a day wood? Page 62 Study Art? To Know, Enjo Beauties of Life By Shirley wheldon Although most of us do not real- ize it, art -is used in almost every- thing imaginable. Clothing, furni- ture, rugs, houses, and automo- biles: all require the artist's touch. The course in art at Taft in- cludes most generally the following three points. First, it helps to de- velop the capacity to enjoy sur- roundings. It makes the student conscious of the beauties he sees daily in school, at home, in the community, and in the works of master craftsmen and artists. Secondly, it tends to increase judgment and taste regarding pos- sessions and surroundings. Flinal- ly, it develops an interest in the processes of art as well as in the finished product. Creation Necessary for Appre- ciation Some may argue that they al- ready appreciate art, but the cre- ative work in class is essential for an understanding and enjoyment of art. Consider first art in the home, for this is of interest to all. May- be some don't have much to say about selecting things for the home at present, but probably they will be furnishing a room at college or helping with the family's summer cottage. Floors, ceilings, draper- ies, furniture, and accessories should all harmonize. Art can be very useful in all of these phases. Besides being of practical value for vocational needs and other- wise, art trains the student for a profitable and enjoyable use of leisure time. Vocationally art offers a splen- did field. Painting tis one of the most important phases. This, how- ever, does not include house paint- ers. Of course, not everyone can be an artist, but many do have some undiscovered talents. Architecture a Field Architecture is also a large field. In this can be included city plan- ning, which has made ever so many cities attractive, comfortable, and convenient. Everywhere one sees the work of sculptors. In bronze, plaster, clay, brass, wood, and many other materials are carved all the imaginative flights of many sculptors. Another very popular field is that of dress designing. Women always want something new and different. Interior decoration is also a fas- cinating field. People are becom- ing more conscious of color schemes and arrangement in homes, and there is more need for interior decorators. The commercial artist is :inval- uable in this day of bill boards, posters, and advertisements. Phot- Taft Tribune Executives Push Council Ahead Members of the executive committee of the Student Council and officers, left to right, first row: Lorraine Blum, 2Ag Nancy Gray, vice-presidentg Ernest Kowalski, presidentg Virginia Herringshaw, secretaryg and Mary Ann Jacobson, ZAQ back row: Howard Jacob, 3Bg William Lessman, 4Bg Ray Wagner, 1Ag George Crist, 4Bg and James Downing, 3B. Margaret Scott, 1A, is missing from picture. With the election of an executive committee last week composed of the officers and two representatives from each class, the Student Coun- cil, under the sponsorship of Mr. R. Miller, approaches the semes- ter's end with renewed vigor. Tuesday and Wednesday of this Week representatives collected two cents from each student to finance the purchase of campus benches. Walter Schalk and James Down- ing, members, are making an ex- tensive investigation of auto-driv- ing courses as given at Lane and Schurz and will shortly put a vote to Taft students as to whether or not they would care to have similar courses inaugurated at Taft. At Lane the course is compulsory and takes two semesters. The first semester is devoted to inside work in which the students learn, or practice, on wooden models. Duning the second seemster the classes use their five dual control cars on Lane's own miniature loop, Where there are the usual stop signs and heavy traffic. The Council intends to extend its lunchroom entertainment project, which so far has operated during only the seventh period, to all lunch periods. ography is another profession in which art plays an important part. Knowledge of proportion, balance, harmony, and emphasis are essen- tial to the photographer. Then, too, art has inexhaustible cultural values. It has lived through the ages and tis one of the most ex- pressive and impressive fields into which one can enter. Tri I1 Correyrondent Gives Eye- mfH655 Account of Parade By John Magnus Ed. Note: A description of the R.O.T.C. parade of May 27 is pre- sented below for the benefit of readers who missed the spectacle by coming to school. Seventy-five thousand intent pairs of eyes examined parading cadets at Chicago's annual R.O.T.C. exhi- bition Tuesday morning, May 27. A brief ceremony preceding the pa- rade put the cadets on their mark. National colors and school flags were presented by Major General Charles H. Bonesteel, commanding officer of the sixth corps area, to Tilden and Crane high schools, wrin- ners in the recent army inspection. a brief talk by the publlisher of the Chicago Tribune ensued. Magnificent indeed was the re- ception by admiring spectators of the R.O.T.C. and other marching units as they turned out in full splendor. Students of the 28 schools repre- sented joyfully applauded their own units and graciously recognized the bodies they considered most impres- sive. Impetus of colorful marching bands stirred the pulse of the crowd to a military beat. Genuine esteem for the perfection of those uni- formed ranks and high regard for these youthful cvitizens was mani- fested by everyone. Iune 6 Mary Shi G.A.A. Presil For Next Sea According to the final 1 the G.A.A. election condt girl's gym and health class day and Tuesday of this Mary Jane Shirley defeated Fisher and Maryalice You a close race for the preside Mabel Heen became V dent over opponents Lydia and Ruth Schielka. Betty McQuilkin is the v secretary, Marge Busch 1 treasurer, and Helen Uhril cording secretary. Other candidates for E were Betty Hodous and Cal mahleng for treasurer, Est? gerwaldt and Dorothy Wle for recording secretary, R1 Gregor. l, Candy Counter Says 'Sweet-Toc Buy 15 Boxes E I'll have a Bunch of Give me an Oh Elmer bar. Basketeers, please, and ot demands constantly run the head of Mrs. Isabelle J one-lady sweet tooth synl the Taft lunchroom. To l all candy-hungry Taftites, 'is the lady in complete c the candy counter. A stenographer in a d office before coming to 'I Jones prefers her job her former employment becau ables her to spend more home. She begins work abo a. m. when she arrives ant counters in shape. She candy during the four 1 riods and later puts tl away and takes an inven It is amazing, the ai candy these 'Kids' eat, closed. I sell over 15 br day. I always thought hi students were supposed tu their baby days, she conf? it is astounding how mai buy the licorice whip greatest amount of cand during the sixth period. Mrs. Jones's pet peeve who come to the candy co' ask for fudge without de the kind desired. They reach down and take a di from the pan, but wait u it on the counter to tell they want light fudge, closed. Her hobbies are bow bridge. I do not excel game, she concluded. M score in bowling has bee Mrs. Jones has lived in park for over 25 years. . 6, 1941 rcell Attempts :on to Expunge pzkh Students ov, kiddies, I will do this ex- znt so that there are no ac- s. So said Mr. Addison Pur- lednesday just before trying ,erminate the imps of his h and eighth period chenmis- zss by gassing them. all came about when he ed a stick of yellow phosphor- . his lab table, which filled -om and the students' lungs. overing that it did no good g out the window because the was doing the same, Mr. l chased the class into the nut the smoke followed them Soon the room was cleared and most of the students. l Fearnot, a bold lad who re- d during the phosphorous ge, said, Let's do it again! helors' Club ganizes Taft's ble of Month' By Lorraine Risavy a comb is in sight. Not a r puff is wielded. All is in t order. Such is the situa- hich presents itself each day ghth period at table E, row f the Taft lunchroom. Is it le that such a table exists? iot only possible, but ,it and others like it are a common Lmong the boys. thing that makes this an table is the fact that it is L left in perfect condition. tste, bottles, and papers are ad of before the boys leave. m, it is to them that the honor Ing at the table of the month. en. bachelors' club as they like it consists of Richard Berg- Tom Craft, Walter Drum- Billy Frey, Roy Larson, .owell, Evan Olson, and Wal- ineider, all 1B's. boys are all patrons of the oom. Those who do not buy lunch either buy something nk or a candy bar. The tti and potatoes must be su- declared Walter Drummond, se Roy Larson has eaten almost every day of the se- fy are good, retaliated Roy. remainder of the period, t hearty lunch has been en- by each, is spent in doing as of homework on cold days playing handball in the park 2 spring days. call it the 'Bachelors' Club', med T-aft Lowell, and we to keep it a bachelors' club we graduate from high Taft Tribune Ivanrake or The Truth About The Big Drip ?-l------ By Prescilla Holmes The story opens in merrie Eng- land as most stories laid in Eng- land do. The first two twerps we bump into are the B0b HODGH Of King Dick's day and the official piggie nurse. Their real monikers are Gurth and Wamba, but to sim- plify matters, we'll just call them Gus and Will. Having nothing bet- ter to do, these two are talking, just prittle prattle. mind you. Well, after awhile up comes a bunch of fellows in a Model T, a couple of cranks in the front, and a bunch of nuts in the back, typical occupants of most Fords. One of the cranks rin the front says to Gus, Hey, Bud, where does old man Ced hide out around here anyway, huh? Say now! Gus doesn't like the tone of this fel- low's voice and he doesn't like the looks of him either so he tells this punk the wrong way to his boss's house. So there, that'll show him. Well, the Ford drives off leaving a smoke screen fexhaust and cheap gas! behind it, and when it arrives at a fork in the road, the two front seaters start arguing as to which way Gus told them to go. They get nowhere fast doing thisg so they wake up a man indulging in a bit of shut-eye at the knife and fork in the road and ask him which way to go, and he takes them on a sight- seeing bus to Ced's house. Now we meet Cedric and is he madder than a wet hen! His chow is late, his beautiful ward fno rela- tion to Montgomeryj is off the beam: Gus and Will are behind schedule. Pretty soon in come the bozos who have just free-wheeled up in the Ford. They are Brine fshort for Pickle-pussj and Prior Aye Aye Sir, a couple of lugs who stand ace- high in Norman society. They come into the mess hall, and Ced tells them to park their chassis and dig in. Just then in glides the glamorous Rowena flet's call her Rosiej who gets into her groove with the rest of the goons. They cuss and dis- CUSS the lend-lease bill, convoys. the soak-the-rich-and-poor program, the rearmament program, and their programs for the next semester. Brine's sight-seeing guide horns into the general discussion to spill the dope that Ivanrake, whose real name is Ivan-awful-itch, has all the punch of Joe Louis and could put any man living into lullaby land and he would be one of his backers. Well, Brian fthe big bully! makes the guide fwho calls himself the Palmerb a bet that he can beat this Ivanrake. Then, as everyone is yawning wide enough to expose tonsils and adenoids, they arrive at the mo- mentous decision of boycotting Commonwealth Edison for the rest of the night and calling it a day. As the Palmer is about to follow orders, he is notified that Rosie desires to split an infinitive with him. She wants to know all about Ivanrake! How are his blood count, his basal metabolism, his blood pressure, and is he troubled with dish pan hands, oily skin, or house- maid's knees? The Palmer obliges, and when he goes down to his downy nest, he finds himself between Gus and Ish- kabibble for Isaacj, an uncle of Eddie Cantor's who came in over the short wave. He gets up in the dawning, and with the Jew he takes a runout powder, hoping to beat Brine to a firesale in New York. Now Ishkabibble has a mind as keen as a Gilette Blue Blade and he knows that Ivan for the Pal- merh likes a good fight and is a patron of all bouts at Madison Square Gardens. Realizing that the annual match for the heavyweight champion is not far off, he gives the Palmer a set of nifty telephone numbers and tells him to call till he gets the babe whose father owns a second hand hardware store. So when the bout is scheduled itournament to youj we find Ivan in there fighting under the name of the Sleepless Knight. He wins the fight, the title, and the privil- ege of picking Rosie as Queen of the Bathing Beauties at the annual pageant at Atlantic City. He then sends Gus to pay Ish the last in- stallment on his fighting trunks. Now, Ishkabibble has a young daughter named Becky fno connec- tion to Abbie an' Slatsb. She at- tends the match with her paternal parent and they transport Ivan home to their penthouse after he quietly faints from the excitement. Tempus fugit fhours of it!! As Ced and Rosie are returning, their bus collides with the jaloppy, car- rying Ivan, Becky, and Ish. La- ter they are held up by a bunch of hyjackers who take them to a bookiie joint of Front and Back's. A bunch of lodge brothers com- ing home from a clam bake stop in and raid the joint, rescue our favorite characters, and dump the renegades into the clink. Rosie and Ivan slip away to a justice of the Peace to be hitched and Becky and Ish depart for Palestine to open a local branch of the HOLC floans on your signature onlyj. Suggestion: To be fully appre- ciated, this hot number should be read under a cold shower. Ed. n0te: The author of this merry tale found her inspiration in Ivanhoe, which she has been reading in Mrs. Chrissie Lascher's English 4 class. Page 62 Simpson's Code For Taft Citizen Wins First Prize Suzanne Simpson, English 3 str dent of Miss Martha Hinkel, i the winner of first prize fone doi lar in activity ticketsj on the ques tion, What Are Your Suggestion for a Code for Taft? , subject of th regular essay contest announced ii the May 9 issue. The judges, Miss Dorothy Alle: and Miss Hattie Marquardt, awarf ed second prize, 50 cents in actii ity tickets, to Charlene Matouseli English 7 student of Mrs. Adelaid Holterhoff, and third prize of 2 cents in activity tickets to Bettp Clawes, English 3 student of Mis Hinkel. ED. NOTE: The judges forgo that the rules of the contest stat that each English teacher may sul mit only ONE essay for the finals Suzanne's answer appears below Taft Pledge We, the citizens of Taft higl school, pledge: To strive our outmost to grow in knowledge and wisdomg To realize the value of time ani to hold it as a preoious giftg To honor and to uphold truth ii action and deed, To have and to hold gratitude ti our school, community, parents and to God and natureg To be loyal to our school ann community and to ourselvesg To realize and strive for an in creasing sense of orderg To have not only for ourselves but for others, the highest respec for propertyg To seek our utmost for greate. world beautyg To be, in every way, kind, re spectful, loving, and cleang To be thankful for life, for th. past, present, and the future, ana to realize the privilege of being able to work, play, and rest dn 1 land that is free. - Honor Society Sets Flower Fete Date The Honor Society under tht sponsorship of Miss Martha Hinke met last Tuesday in the auditoriun to formulate plans for a Flowei Festival dance to be held on 0: about June 20. This festival, says Jack Win ton, president, will be a highligh' of this semester's socialjactivitiesf A special attraction will be sev eral exhibits constructed by speciai committees. These exhibits will in clude graduation, athletic, bridal and school tables. The Honor Society cordially dn vites the student body to attenc this gala affair. Page 64 Gob' Team Neecls One More Vzctory T 0 Clinch Title Taft's golf team has won all but one of its matches and now has only to beat the Senn team to cinch the north section title. This might prove difficult, for Senn beat Sul- livan, the team which handed Taft its only defeat. The Taft golfers have been turn- ing in some very commendable scores along with their victories, Fassnacht shooting a 75 and Pia- secki turning in scores of 80 and 82. Wrobel, Whitney, and Franken- berg, in addition to Fassnacht and Piasecki and A. Sampson, consti- tute the portion of the golf team which has actively participated in placing the team in its present high position. Taft Racqueteers Defeat Roosevelt With Bolek Starring A crushing defeat was inflicted upon Roosevelt in the tennis game June 2 at Norwood Park. For the first time this season all teams, single and doubles, took their games. Bolek took his set 6 to 4 and 7 to 5. John Pedersen won 6 to 4 and 6 to 3. Wise and Paul Peder- sen, the doubles team, smashed their way to a 6 to 4 victory. Bill Bolek, Taft's new number- one tennis man, retains invincibly the first position on the squad, for although the team as a whole has Won only three scheduled games, Bolek has taken many more of his matches. Coach Joe Kupcinet has been using strategy in the matches by letting Bolek play the number two- man of the opposing team and Taft's number-two man, John Pe- derson play the opponent's num- ber-one. Recent results are as follows: May 23 Taft lost to Von Steuben with only Bolek taking his game. The doubles team, Paul Pedersen and George Wise, and John Pe- derson both lost. In the May 26 game at Lane Bo- lek again was the only player to score a victory, and the match went to Lane, whom Taft had conquered May 13. At Lakeview May 28 the team was victorious as Bolek and the doubles, Paul Pederson and Wise, took their respective op- ponents. Senn. paced by Jimmy Evert, four-time national, junior, and boys' champ, is rated by many to capture the section title. Taft Tribune Boys Get ll 'New Deal' in Gym By Charleton Bard Among the male attendants at Taft there has been much discus- sion concerning the newly insti- gated four-period a week physical education schedule. This program was the result of a physical lelisure time activity sur- vey conducted by the department last semester, and according to Mr. Joe Kupcinet, head, was designed to help further the interest of the various students in certain sport- ing activities by presenting them in the school curriculum. However, states Mr. Kupcinet, this necessitated a longer program of physical education than was then in progress. After taking the mat- ter up with Mr. Hoefer, it was de- cided to add one additional period to the week's gym program and it is proving very successful. The most outstanding sport in the opinion of almost all the fellows is softball, and as a result the new intramural softball tournament was inducted. Skating, which came second in the 33 sports listed, led to the or- ganization of the Roller club. Sim- ilirly, the new Fencing club ffenc- ing came 31stJ, archery C25thJ, and cycling t9thJ clubs are being or- ganized. The full portent of this survey was little realized until Coach Kup- cinet announced that it had been compiled into a pamphlet which drew much attention at the phys- ical education meeting in Spring- field last month. Six main points were emphasized. Purposes stressed are: 1,'enrich the school curriculum so as to in- clude as many of the surveyed sports as possibleg 2, increase the amount of time for which each boy is programmed in gym, 3, create student committees to investigate, and attempt to establish clubs in which the various activities not at present offered in the regular course may be pursued. The facilities of the community are to handle all the activities which cannot be included in the regular curricular, intramural, in- terscholastic, or club activities within the school. The inventory of each student is to be kept in the boy's folder by the guidance teacher to facilitate the grouping of those interested in specific activuities. One period each week will be de- voted to the iindividual boy for a consulting period during which he will be helped to locate himself in some of the various activities. Track Team Defeats Amundsen 27-17 In First Dual Meet Taft's track team, coached by Mr. Saul Farber, which up to this time has been undergoing strenuous practice sessions, won its first dual meet of the season with all the glory of the Eagle at Winnemac stadium last Thursday. The older and longer established Amundsen high school's track team suffered a 27 to 17 defeat at the hands, or rather the feet, of the Taft tracksters. Dritlein took a close second in the 100-yard run. In a future re- turn meet with Amundsen, Dritlein feels confident of vlictory in his event. Lobodzynski eased out a first place in the 440-yard run for one of the three firsts Taft took. Frank- enberg, who placed second in the Chicago Teachers college meet May 24, took a first in the mile run. In the one-half mile, Dressel and Weber ran first and second respef tively. Sredniki took honors in the broad jump, making jumps of 18 feet five inches. The primary object of all the dual meets is to produce boys cap- able of qualifying and winning in the finals of the city track meet next Monday and Friday. Girls Toe Mark In Posture Test Rookies in the cantonments are being broken into the army routine of marching with chests out and heads up, while Taft girls are being trained to put their best foot for- ward in a posture contest sponsor- ed by the physical education depart- ment. In all health classes the past few weeks every girl in the school was given a chance to try out for the finals to be held in the boys' gym during the long division period today. About 100 girls have been se- lected to enter the finals, and in a grueling elimination contest, 10 will be selected as posture champs. A gold pin will be awarded to every the 10 winners will entrant, and receive white ribbons. All G. A. A. invlited to watch. members are The judges will be Miss Sally Un seth, Miss Grace Rogers, Miss Ruth Straight, Miss Helen Lowes, Miss Irma Grosser, Mrs. Helen Scanlon, Miss Eleanor Mueller, Miss Donna McQuire, Mrs. Marga- ret Walker, and Mrs. Dorothea Winter. The judging will be divided into three sections--standing, walking, and exercises. There will be three judges for each event. June 6 900 Boys Pla Softball in H Intramural B Already initiated, the int softball tournament betw boys' physical education c proving to be one of the n standing sporting activitie: spring season. Over 900 boys are parti and the winning teams al awarded medals. The tournament is basec same idea as the intra-mi leyball games-that is, the teams in each individual c play each other, thereby d ing the winner of that pe These champion teams will play each other in an tion set, the winners bein pions of Taft's freshmai omore, junior, and senior 11- Football 'Rookie Plough the Fielt In Daily Practicf By William Schneis Changing the lyrics of 1 ber-one tune of the gay 90 Kupcinet can be he: Joe ing, Noon hour whistles a up that old gang of ing According to Mr. Kupc spring practice of the footl is being materially upset absence of many promising who instead of working t gers to the bone on the field are working their ' the bone in drugstores ani In spite of the poor spr tice sessions, Srednicki, Zjawinskli, Althamar, Tra niels, Doebler, English, Hilgenberg, Gregenbach, Vandenbergh, Parigini, F Dritlein, Mataresse, Janis and Russian from last ye: are helping to cheer u Kupcinet. The most promising b the team fand have tho: the buildslb are Mein, C Congdon, Matheson, Millen, Johnson, and Richard Hi IN MEMORIA The body has failed 1 The spirit is there, but 1 is lacking. This was si the recent defeats han baseball team by Amund 13 Lane, 12 to lg Senn, Lake View, 6 to 03 ai Lane, 10 to 0. As in plant life, th near the end of the sea to be reborn in the spri' baseball team is dead. 1 the baseball team. 1 7975 ' QQ! l 'P P 0 GW fl- -ti ff.. .M 'f it lt' H' f'iN ,.1k 'Jg ' 3 I ' ' '51 ' 'L N0, 9 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois f June 20, 194, -ctor Johnson: ' ' ' zcess, Grads! irnsliledglings Dr. William H. Johnson time is drawing near when of you will be graduating iany more of you will be 5 school for the summer va- For you, the graduates, every success lin your plans e future, whether they in- more days at school, or en- into business or industry. ive a special message for if you who are not graduat- ls June. Probably you have ro, or more years before you high school. During the r vacation many of you may e to secure some type of The money which you earn, rather small in itself, may you to wonder if you should p your job just to return to lasses when school opens in lber. Usually these jobs are iporary and offer no promise fancement for later years. let temporary success in- - your future-continue your Lonal training and in later fou will enjoy not only more lent success but you will be able to offer greater service r country. : it is! Something to re- er the happy events that elapsed during the past year. Taft's annual! This l consists of all the issues : Tribune since last Sep- r, handsomely bound in an tive cover. type of annual possesses .jor advantage over all -namely, it has a com- isive, chronologically per- eview of the many hapt- fs which have taken place school year. 'yone should buy one oi, annuals for the modest Jf 50 cents. Are you fully :sed that for only a half YOU can have this price- ft? There also are a limit- nber of last semester's an- at a similar price. who go to return no more ook will holrl memories of yore. who will return next fall asure for you one and all. PFZHCQJQIBZCJS GracluatesB0n Voyage L. A. Hoefer, Principal Dear Friends: Now that your high-school course is nearing completion, most, of you are eagerly awaiting a more active period of citizenship. This part of your career will naturally involve more responsibilities and greater par- ticipation in fulfilling the duties of an American citizen. The frequent advice and counsel given you during your high-school years may have seemed trite and unnecessaryg yet I shall venture one more suggestion: practice wise economy in all of your efforts. If there has been any waste of opportunity in the past, salvage what you can by more intensive application in the future. We Americans have always risen to the demands of an emergency, and now it is again necessary that we embody rigid economy as an integral part of our National Defense.- that there may be no waste of time, energy, and precious opportunity. As your loyalty and effort have been vital to the building of Taft, so let these same attributes serve you now in preserving and carrying forward our great American heritage. My very best Wishes will always be with you. Sincerely, L. A. Hoefefr. 287 Convocate With Ceremon N extwednesda The The The The By Lorraine Risavy scene? Steinmetz high school day? Wednesday, June 25. time? 8 p. m. occasion? The Taft commen cement exercises. For on this mom entous occasion the noble seniors will march in tune with th Marche Pontificale played by tht Taft orchestra to receive thei' coveted diplomas from Principa L. A. Hoefer. With throbbing hearts they wil listen to the valedictory addres: presented by Harriet Myers, tht small town Iowa girl who shower up her big city sister, Ruthjaym Aeberly, who will give the saluta tory address, by beating her in z close race for the honor of being head of her class. The senior chorus will attemp to spread their feelings of mingle! joy and sorrow through their num bers with June Swanson and Wil liam Ruehl acting as soloists. The chief speaker of the evening will be Miss Harriet Vittum, hear resident of the Northwestern Uni versity Settlement. The presentation of the class gif by Robert Schaefer. class president will be breathlessly awaited by all After several numbers by the or chestra and senior chorus, diploma will be distributed and the reces sional will close the program. The entire program is under tht Sponsorship of Mrs. Lilllian Perri and Miss Grace Rogers, sponsors 0 the graduation committee, and Mr Kenneth Osbon. Upon request and at no addi tional cost, the Tribune will fur nish its subscribers a glossary a a. key to the vocabulary it em ploys. It is the policy of the sta! to suit its verbiage to the taste of its highly intelligent class o subscribers. However, wishing to be commt il faut at all times, at the re- quest of its few untutored read- ers, the Trib has compiled with- out opprobrium a key to the distinctive terms customarily in- volved in its issues. Semper idem et fidelis, The Editor. Page 66 American Legion, Lions' Club Bestow Awards on Seniors Dt Outstanding Merit To initiate the feature of com- nunity recognition of Taft high ,chool graduates, the Norwood- Edison Lions club will award a rophy and the American Legion vill present two medals to the sen- ors they believe outstanding in ertain qualities at the final award tssembly June 25. The Lions club is giving their tward to Ruthjayne Aeberly on the masis of school and community service, leadership, scholarship, in- egrity, and loyalty. The Legion will give theirs to Jharleton Bard and Eleanor Vana an substantially the same bases. Three universities and colleges n the Chicago area have awarded scholarships to graduating Taft seniors. Charleton Bard has re- ceived one from the University of Jhicago, Ruthjayne Aeberly from Qorthwestern university, and Ieorge Wise from Lake Forest col- ege. All three are accepting the scholarships. Jean Bostwick has re- ected a scholarship offered her by he U. of C. at the 1941 civic as- zembly. Don't forget the spring Flower Festival and dance sponsored by the Elonur society in the boys' gym this lfternoon! Horticultural specimens, grown n the gardens of society members, ill l cl th 'll i f ld vv en elusonoano- fashioned hot house setting to the nffair. Taft Tribune Weber En Route To Boys' State At the recent luncheon of the Union League club of the Down- town Shopping News, Gerard Web- er, 4A, won the honor of attending the American Legion's Boys' State in Springfield the week of June 28 by delivering a winning one-minute speech on Why I am glad I am an American. Gerard, along with five other Shopping News carriers, will spend the week learning to conduct all the functions of the state govern- ment. They will be able to put this knowledge to practical use in a mythical 49th state provided for the occasion. Each year the American Legion, department of Illinois, sponsors the Boys' state to promote a better un- derstanding of the duties, rights, privileges, and responsibilities of Amenican citizenship. The Legion will pay all expenses for the boys. The only requirement is that each boy bring back with him a report of his week at Boys' State. Track Stars in City Meet Bob Frankenberg and Ed Thomp- son, two members of Taft's track team,'cut the tape in time to quali- fy for the city meet last Wednes- day at Stagg field. Frankenberg is considered a ser- ious threat to take first place in the city meet one-mile event. Thompson will run the 100-yard dash. 'Veterans Retire From Tribune Staff! Caught in a serious moment at the deadline. members of the Trib tftf'httl litt ihtJkS dHrltM d s a xg me as, e o 1' g , ac ampson an a r e yers rea proof, Charleton Bard dictates a story in his undecipherable scribble to Cyrilla Matuszak, assistant edltorg Ruthjayne Aeberly retiring edltor-ln- chief, explains make-up to Lorraine Risavy, new editorg and Alan Sampson refers to exchange paper. All staff memlbers pictured except Lorraine, who has served capably the past semester as an assistant editor and knows all the tricks of the trade. are June irraduates. Other members to be lost by graduation are the 'I'rib's expert typist, Lorraine Mazzonig Feature-editor Jean Bostwickg and Reporters Warren Erickson, Lenore Green, Virginia Hunt, Bob and Jean Koefoed. Mary Mar- ton-ana, June Pemble, Charlotte Smith, Louise Soper, Eleanor Vana, Shirley Vana and Irene Wiedow. Kenneth Manchee, staff photographer, also graduate . He will be re- placed hy Stanley Logan who took the prom pictures Friday. Ecce Homo! He's 'Photogenic' Too Kenneth Manchee There'll be some changes made. And so the Trib turns its news- laden tables on Kenneth Manchee, its chief picture snapper, and asks him to look at the birdie. When Taft loosens its graduation strings this month, among those leaviing will be Ken, who has obliged the Trib staff and readers for the past year by being on the job-taking, developing, printing, and enlarging pictures-often until the rosy-fingered dawn appeared in the heavens. When Kenneth takes a picture, it really turns out to be a picture. The Trib's sponsor has found Ken- neth to be the most professional photographer with whom she has ever worked in producing student publications. Kenneth plays golf, tennis, and clarinet. He prefers chocolate ice cream and the color blue. He likes to snap people-preferably girls. After bidding Taft adieu, Ken- neth intends to be a commercial color photographer. Golf Team Candidate For Section Champs As it now stands, the north side golf championship should go to Taft with its 47M points for the season. Sullivan holds second place with -MM, while Senn takes third. However, Sullivan might protest the game with Senn, taken by the latter, on the grounds that Senn did not have a faculty member at the game. If the protest is put through and Sullivan emerges vic- torious, they will be champs. Championship games will be played next fall. If Taft is in the running, new players will be need- ed in place of Graduates Sampson and Frankenberg. Wrobel and Whitney are the best prospects. June 20 Savants Execz Tour de Foro Wz'tlz Good Gr: Below are listed the s who made either four S's c S's and one E in their subjects for the third quai The names are presented submitted by the division te the Tribune can take no 1 ihility for names omitted spelled. 1B's Mary Dalton, Marion Do Marilyn Ellinger, Dorothy E Robert Jackson, Ruth Lund, Schneider, Georgia Lee We 1A's Corinne Cleban, Helen C ski, Robert Forney, Hele mann, Mary Jasinski, Elean ty, Bill Lane, Beverly McLe bert Moreau, Amelia St Avalon Stepien, Roy Wagnt othy Wilson. 2B's Betty Clawes, Mary Ann Lois Duty, Ruth Kohtala Ross, Howard Rudin, Ro Schutte, Lucille Sussland, Weichman, Rosemary Vi Jean Zachauis. 2A's Gladys Barbara, Lorraine Thaleia Cheronis, Phyllis Edward Domski, Maralyn Frank Falkenthal, Shirley James Forney, Marguerite Betty Herman, Betty Hod. Verne Hogfelt, Prescilla Shlirley Jasper, Curtis J Florence Kaminski, Ethel Margaret Konczyk, Shirley I Lucille Larsen, Anna M Lois Meltzer, Elaine Meyer, Niestadt, Lucille Nitsche, Petrie, Margaret Pitzer, Jud Ruth Solberg, Jean Stuertz. 3B's Leila Anderson, Norman Dorothy LaGario, Joann Lo' Ringquist, Lolis Sommerfelc 3A's Lois Benson, Joan Carpen cille Carucci, Audrey Dietz. Fosler, Josephine Gendielle lis Harper, Mildred Idle, Kimpflin, Gloria Kissel, Kralik, Dorothy Krueger, Lutz, Jean Nowakowski, I Oehme, Donald Parker, I Risavy, Beverly Singer, Jog pien, Kathryn Vettes, C: Vonesh, Dorothy Wleklinsli ence Zielwinski, Jack Zet Marian Collins, Eleanor Eleanor Pick. 4B's Barbara Alitis, Marilyn Nancy Gray, Lois Johnson Kriecher, Stephen Kruty, Marek, Joan Shaw. 4A's Ruthjayne Aeberly, C' Bard, Jean Bostwick, Adel ault, Rita Drygas, Mary Du Dorothy Machel, Cyrilla M Harriet Meyers, Thomas Mary Wolkober. 20, 1941 Taft Tribune i Stud Music? tructors State Razlvon D, tre By Shirley Wheldon erstanding is about the best f appreciating most things, it is with music. Most people lsic on a high pedestal where- eally is something that every- n take part in and enjoy. rica is rapidly becoming a l nationg therefore it seems e that everyone should take 1 its musical achievement. Ruth Lino, music teacher, ts a motto for Taft's music ment, Music for every stu- id every student for music. 5 very suitable because even every student cannot con- something to music, music efinitely contribute to each us. erica a Music Center rica is becoming the music of the world. especially of .ited States. Therefore, n1u- are in demand more every It is no longer necessary to Europe for the great artists, fy can be found right here in nsic departments of our high e are many openings for vho wish to follow music as tion. Then too as an avoca- is a constant joy to all who inder its spell. the world in a depressed on music becomes a great fter, both in listening pleas- .d in playing and singing. John Rapier, band and or- . leader, adds the following: helps to speed up reaction The following results are proof of the speeding up of vvers of perception caused by 5 an instrument. :sponses Pepped Up an a student comes into the ie is capable of playing. the ny, about eight notes a min- actual test. The major por- in play 150 notes a minute me se1nester's training, 300 L second semester, and up- o 750 notes a minute. is only normal to suppose mis quickening of tl1e senses ,rry over into other actions. ajor portion of our fine tech-- highly skilled , surgeons. nakers, and other profession- speed and accu- a musical back- l who need sually have xodern warfare speed and ac- call for a perfect coordina- sight, hearing, and instan- s decisions. Instrumental acts as an emotional balance tl as a nerve muscle and coordinator. slow heavy sluggish type who possesses great musc- Euture Oflicials Of G. A. A. Elected Reading: upward and to the right, the G.A.A. officers for next semes- ter. as elected la t week. are Mary Jane Shirley, presidents Betty Mc- Quilkin, secretary: Mabel Hcem vice presidentg Marge Busch. 'trea- surerg at the left of Mabel is Helen Ulnrik, recording secretary. ular strength, but who is a bit 'slow on the draw', is going the way of a dinosaur. We have race horses in the band, a.nd we can make race horses out of 4 truck horses. Come in and get some musical training and raise your octane rating. Thus we are brought to the real- ization that music is becoming a more important part of our lives. Mrs. Helen Scanlon, head of the music department, thinks that every student who can carry a tune should be in somefschool chorus. Chorus Affords Enjoyment Chorus gives the student a fuller high school education and af- fords many enjoyable hours, she avers. In class we study sym- phonies, operas, oratorical music, and also take part in actual sing- ing. Music, she added, is so differ- ent from other studies that it be- comes a pleasant period of relax- ation. In conclusion let us again quote Mrs. Lino: 'tMusic is the one uni- versal language which all can un- derstandg therefore, it is the great- est unifier we have. These are the days when we are especially looking toward a unified whole in our great nation, and we can he thankful that the youth of America understands this language so well. English Students Rival Emil Post Undergoing the third degree, the students of Miss Janice Fink's fourth period English class rated themselves on 10 essentials of cour- tesy and cleanliness June 2 and 3. Beatrice Groth received a perfect score .in cleanliness. Others who scored high in cleanliness were Stella Sliwa, Eleanor Pilarski, and Themis Pappadenis, Stella admitted that her weak point was clean fingernailsug Ele- anor, that she sometime neglects to brush her teethg and Themis, that he now and then forgets to use a handkerchief when he sneezfs. The girls all agreed that they were guilty of redoing their paint jobs .in public and many boys owned up to combing their curly locks in public. In courtesy Virginia Roder and Gwendolyn Brestanski scored per- fect. High rankers were Robert Barto, Thomas Barbulis, Evelyn Zmiljewski, Eleanor Piluski. and Stella Sliwa. Speaking in a low pleasant voice, not making remarks which hurt the feeling of others and giving older people seats in crowded street cars are hard habits to form for Evelyn Zmtijewski, Thomas Barbu- lis, and Robert Barto. June 9 the class voted for model students lin each of five qualities. Robert Barto was selected for cleanlinessg James Gibbons for ccurtesyg Leonard Anderson and George Kotowski for honestyg The- mis Pappadenis for industryg and Page 67 P. T. A. Terminates Ambitious Program Of 'Philanthropism' With More Beneiices Working steadily throughout tht past school year, the Parent Teachers' association has complet ed many constructive and educa tional plans. Among the more importan works are the development of tht tulip beds in front of Taft, two big dances for the student body at tht Edgebrook Country club, a play and a series of informative parent education meetings. The P. T. A. has likewise dont its share of philanthropic deeds For example, the band departmen has received much needed finan cial support from the P.T.A., aa has also the student-aid fund. Through the dogged persistencn of the organization, the mucl needed street lights around Taf' were installed. The P. T. A. has also given the school a large nevl flag and pliofilm magazine covers for the library. The per-capita. enrollment of the Taft P. T. A. is exceeded by tha' of only one other Chicago higl school-the South Shore, an exac' copv of Taft in construction. The Taft faculty is representec 100 per cent in the P. T. A. Plans for next year include ai even more active program thai that of the past. William Russian for self con fidence. Prett Posture Pleases Pedagogues 2 S Pictured above. left to right. are the posture champs as selected by the judges-Miss Helen Lowes. Miss Donna McGuire. Mi s Mary McKeen4 Miss Eleanor Mueller, Miss Helen Ilnseth. and Mrs. Margaret VVnlker- Barbara Bigler 145 pointsj. Lucille Nitsche 4561. Eleanor Vana 1491, Vin ginin Jablunski 1461. Rita Wiiikates 6521. Mable Heen 1411, Elaine Back- haus f45l. Alenn Whitney 1471. Olive Horst 1443. Missing from the picture are Elinor Yourg with 48 points, Mary Lou Euger. 44. and Lnls Clineman. 42. The girls were graded on three counts: standing. wnlklntr. and exercises. Winners received white pins. The 24 who participated received bronze pins. Page 68 Taft Tribune June 20 . Sense, Sensibility? EXCCISIOY . With Errant Reporter - By Harriet Myers Daft Juveni -- By Dolores Schma Two years ago a streamlined, tri-motored Diesel-engined stork flew over the Board of Education and dropped a brand new addition to Chicago high schools. Yes, Taft was born and not with a silver spoon in its mouth either. 'Twas the beginning of a struggle to put itself at the top of a group of well established schools.. Like Caesar, it came, was seen, and it conquered! Here it was the little things that counted. Each athletic contest, won or lost, brought another laurel for good sportsmanship. Orchestra, band, musical solo, and poster contests pushed Taft up another step or two on the ladder of success. Individual students brought glory to their school by winning scholar- ships. Even the campus, because of student co-operation, won a certificate in citywide competition with older, more experienced schools. A short while afterwards another blessed event took place. The North Central association fully accredited Taft. So after two years Taftites are still looking up: the sky's the limit. The Sleeleton in the Closet . . . I am a janitress, and work in one of the nicer and newer high schools in the city. Last n-ight as I was sweeping down the hall on the second floor, I saw a lock hanging from the handle of a locker. It was open. So I slipped it off, throwing open the door. Bang! Crash! Flying out of the place burst hundreds ofrarticles all aimed at my head. I gave one lusty yell, peered up from the debris, and shuddered. All over the inside of the door were pasted faces chop- ped off at the neck! They looked sadly out at me from miscellaneous signs: Sleeping roomsg Thin iceg Speed limitg Help wantedg Danger! Men at work. Among many school books, appeared several rotten oranges and some moldy candy. There were a few pieces of stale bread and some orange cheese partly covered with green moldg also a 1939 Sky Devil's magazineg a. broken flower pot containing several wormsg five knives and forks with B. of E. on their handles: and one lone, white sock, so filthy it practically walked away by itself. I pulled a perforated box over to my side. and cautiously opened it. I was aghast, for as I looked in, four red eyes of two white mice met mline. Hastily shutting the lid, I got on my feet and shoved the box to the very back of the first shelf. I picked up a dirty tennis racquet, with three broken strings. Then I gathered together numerous bottles of various sizes reading: Castor Oil , Gardenia Perfume , Alka Seltzer, Stuffed Olives, and Chop Suey Sauce. I piled up many papers with such titles as Why Take Chemistry? and Now is the time for all good men to come . . . Just as I was ready to close the dreadful door once more, I discovered I had left a, battered French horn outside. Hastily pushing it in, I gave a big sigh of relief, snapped the lock, and scooted down the hall with my little broom behind me. Ta t Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Nntomn Avenue, Chicago, Illinois June 20. 1941 Price Ten Cents Editor-in-chief: Ruthjayne Aeberly. Assistant editors: Cyrilla Matuszak, Lorraine Risavy. Make-up editors: Jean Bostwick, Harriet Myers. Features: Bill Bessemer, Pat Dolan, June Pemble, Dolores Schmall, Char- lotte Smith, Alan Sampson, Louise Soper, Shirley Wheldon, Shirlee Kaage, Norman Esserman. Bill Schneider, Robert Smith. News: Charleton Bard, WVarren Erickson, Jeannette Granberg, Nancy Gray, Lenore Green. Jean Kofoed, Winifred Pufunt, Jack Sampson, Eleanor Vana, Mary Martorana., Aleen Whitney. Typists: Virginia Hunt, Bob Kofoed, Lorraine Mazzoni ,Irene Wiedow. Photographers: Kenneth Manchee, Stanley Logan. Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn Perry. Business adviser: Mr.. Paul Bigler. Calling all seniors! Calling all seniors! The Inquiring Reporter has at last been spotted. He was seen roaming the halls today in search of some of your own class- mates. The purpose of the search was reported to be to find answers to the question, What will you re- member about Taft after gradua- tion with the greatest affection? Careers Class a Favorite Angeline Davlantes will remember Mrs. Mary Farrell's careers class because she told the students so many interesting things. Mr. Ken- neth Osbon's corny jokes will al- ways prove a remembrance to Gladys Kvevlie. Ruthjayne Aeberly will always remember the kindness and pa- tience of Mr. L. A. Hoefer, prin- cipal, in enumerating for publica- tion all the new school events each day at 8 a. m. Warren Guras enjoyed being in the dance band, and Wally Shalk will remember Mr. Addison Pur- cell's chem lab. Marian Magoon will miss the to- mato, bacon, and lettuce sand- wiches in the lunchroom, while Lorraine Mazzoni will long for some of the lunchroom's pies. Along the food line Joan Wilson will always remember taking fudge to Mr. Purcell. Among Her Souvenirs When Betty Grawemeyer was questioned, she said, I'll remember my civics class because it's the most amusing class I ever had. It's Mr. Malcolm McCuaig's and that explains the whole thingf' Ed VVhedon's short answer was June Pemble. The students will be remembered by Edward Juberg, and the friend- liness of the students will be a pleasant memory to Richard Skel- nik. The last time the Inquiring Re- porter was seen -in this vicinity, he was questioning Mary Hengst. Her answer was, I'll remember the first time the band got an 'E' and the orchestra. won 'S'. So, seniors, be on the lookout for a pug-nosed, pigeon-toed person. It may be he, the Inquiring Reporter. Since this issue goes to press before the final grades for the semester are known, the stu- dents whose pictures appear on pages 71 to 79 can be designated only as candidates for gradua- tion. However, the Taft Tribune sincerely hopes that all candi- dates do make the grade and succeed in graduating with their classmates next Wednesday. What is so rare as day ir Well, what is so rare? The weatherman has brc January in June. Mother seems to think that April are still needed for June Brides are walking up th with the wind and the rain hair while just as man! grooins' teeth are chatterii a combination of cold an fright. Here at Taft, the Honor is acquiring a horticultura tion to say it with flovw the near future. June gr strolling about feeling glac happy, regretful. Underclass gals are goi sant in broomstick skii wooden beads, squeaking the halls in Mexican hu flaunting Hawaiian grass s splash parties. Carnivals fin the neigt compete with studying ft exams. So June hits Taft. Dolores Sc Mrs. Adelaide Holterhofi contribute: A Redskin Bit the I An atheltic student of Lan' Felt sure that our team tameg He was really too sure Because when he met Moo' He heard the birds sing a r Betty K Hassenfeffer There was once a cute l-ittl Vslho liked to day dream as A hunter came round, The rabbit he found, And he made a nice roast Sabbath. Sylvia l Our Lunchroom Our lunchroom is a place 1 So do not shout or stamp y Don't throw your paper floor, Or push when going out th. It shows bad taste and toog So don't do it, and that me Sylvia 1 The Flag Goes B3 My heart swells up as the 1 by, As caps are doffed and t the eye, Our hearts are one, our spi As we proudly view the re and blue. For faith, liberty, and cour stand, And it's these things that 1 man. Our country's the finest, the best, And we'll always love it o'e rest. Virginia B 20, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 65 1 the Quake I of the News - By Bill Bessemer -- lt Strange That: r heart turns flip-flaps every L convertible goes by? sign Down Only challenges readers?- Jill Junior. ell Pome: :le a kiss the other night nscience hurts, alack! ink I'1l go again tonight ut the darn thing back. Bill Schneider fn Miracle: kid who can walk past Mr. y and then just keep on walk- - Mary Elaine Gill. :lopedia Americana: as - those things people are sed to read between when op- lity presents itself. ibers - those pencil pushed Which are usually found in black books.-Winnie Pufunt. and That: heard that wishing will make Well! Something must start 1925 models. e people believe everything all them - if you whisper. Doris Ericksen. us Last Words: e teacher was late herselfff lidn't hear the bell ring. Norma Tess. mber Way Back When: mol let out in the beginning of had a silver cow in the room and not just a plaque? baseball team won a game? Doris C'arls0n. 1 Joke I Ever Heard: tt did one rabbit say to the rabbit? ring, they were both dumb is.-South Winds. sn Thoughts: two people are alike and both m are glad of it. -Washington Post. While Snoopin' cy Gray absentmindedly clap- or herself at Tri-Hi-Y. ge Wieland trying to hide the pail and shovel she got for rthday. ippy Story: girls' Life-saving class has lined to douse Mrs. Dorothea r, sponsor, in the shower be- of her help in practically ing Josephine Gendiellee. ng off the old ones: y: So Bob forgets his na- .ty when he takes you to -'P 2: Yes, then he goes Dutch. ing to Graduates: I-looking Applicant: I heard lere was an opening here. rloyer: Yes, right behind you. Wilma Dubbs. ViveLaBagatelle.' By Pat Dolan and Shirley Kaage The Weekly Vacuum Cleaner gets all the dirt. They Sweep You Off Your Feet Violette Valentino's solution for keeping down those breezy broom- stick skirts is to run a ribbon through the hem and tie it in a big bow in front. QThen watch the gals come tripping down the stairs.J Hidden Personalities This week we give you Ross Honest Abe Whitney who has never copied a homework paper though many times temptation has reared its ugly head. He has, with super-human will power, with- stood and suppressed the desire. We pause to acknowledge this example of courage and fortitude. P. S. This information was gleaned from Ross Whitney. See You In The Funny Papers! Katzenjammer Kids . . . Alan and Jack Sampson. Blondie . . . Dolores Schmall. Harold Teen . . . George Hopper. Superman . . . Mr. Addison Pur- cell. Shadow . . . George Zima. Oookle the Dictator . . Bud Trick. Ella Cinders . . . Grace Iverson. Herby . . . Herby Kowalski. Breezy Swoon . . . Norman Esser- man. Brenda Starr . . . Mary Jane Ca- boor. Etta Kett . . . Jean Wayne. Pussycat Princess . . . Shirley Korman. Lil' Abner . . . Gerald Wohlober. Daisy Mae . . . Loretta Filipak. Mutt and Jeff . . . Richard Hill and Robert Winkelhaus. Heard While Snooping John Magnus, while reading a pa- per in journalism, read a choice tidbit concerning what the girls are wearing to the prom. Said John, A popular fabric is mouse-line-da-wore. , How to Win Friends and Influence People . . . DON'T write a gossip column. Pk Ik 14 What did the backed into the electric fan? no end! firefly say as he l'm de-lighted, Did You Know That . . . has more double Mildred Zima joints than New York City? Helen Guernsey's nickname is Moo ? Rodney Richardson is an author- ity on women? HF if all Elaine Passow, Betty Meek, Shir- ley and Lois Meltzer, Jane Snary, Mildred Tess, and Mary Ann Ja- kobsen had better clean up their tables in the lunchroom. According to Miss Hinkel, their husbands will divorce them if they are that inessy. at home. The Girl of the Month. Dorothy Machel, 4A, versatile Taft student, whose talents run from writing plays and sketching to entering contests and debating, has been chosen Girl of the Month for June by Principal L. A. Hoefer. An example of Dorothy's talent for writting is the play, Help Wanted, which the careers class presented this year. An example of her talent for de- bating was shown last semester when she was a member of the P.T.A. student forum. She is also a debating Whiz in her civics and history classes. In April Dorothy was chosen as a representative of the commercial department to attend the Chicago Business and Professional Wo- men's Alliance luncheon, an honor testowed upon only a very few students. Dorothy's favorite hobby is en- tering contests. She has won many queer things, the queerest being a ukelele which she still can't play. However, Dorothy declares that she won't enter any more contests be- cause tlzey are not profitable enough. She now works in a de- partment store to earn her spend- ing money. Her ambition is to get into ad- vertising if she can't write plays. She declares that her chief past- time is provoking people, especial- ly Mr. Kenneth Osbon, her civics teacher. One of her ancestors must have been an explorer because Dorothy it 2? 3 :S 5 Dorothy Machel often gets on any street car an rides to the end of the line jus to see if there is anything intei esting there. She likes sea food, especsiall shrimps, bright colors, all sports Chicago, red heads, and Englisl She likes sailors better than so diers and dogs better than cats. Her only pet peeve is havin people continually ask, What ar you going to be when you get ou of high school? Her plans for the future are nt definite although she hopes to a tend Wright Junior college nes fall. The Tribune Presents Mrs. Lewzs The Trib presents Mrs. Rhea Lewis, Latin teacher. Mrs. Lewis, a native Chicagoan, graduated from Lake View High an N0f'thW9St91'U UUiV9Y'SitY where she majored in Latin, Greek, and Eng lish literature and language. Before coming t Mrs. Lewis do S0- Taft she taught at a Chicago elementary schoi and at Schurzg so, as she' says, 'Tm really local product. From the time she was a small child, Mr: Lewis's ambition was to be a teacher. When sh maried, her husband wanted her to give up teacl ing, but she said she wanted some children o whom to exercise her maternal instincts. She likes dogs, pets, and flowers. Last yea when her dog was lost, her Latin pupils all turne out to help find it. Mrs. .Lewis also likes to cool play bridge, and read. She loves freshmen bt cause she thinks they are sweet. She likes t travel but doesn't have much opportunity t Her only dislike is people who are hypocrites and try to put some thing over on her. She is outspoken and frank and likes others tt be that way too. It has always been my husbands ambition to own a monkey and 1 parrot, disclosed Mrs. Lewis. However,,' she continued, I've talke him out cf it by explaining that I can talk like a parrot and act like monkey. Mrs. Lewis's family includes a. 17-year old Irish terrier, a thorougl bred ,toy poodle, a Yorkshire terrier, a curbsetter she picked up a Schurz, a bird, and from 16 to 20 goldfish. Y Page 70 Taft Tribune June 20 Susie Tribune Goes to A Prom Wl.fll foe ana' Susie T aftee at Susie LM i 1- lred Z i m a J gives Joe QBob Holidayh green light at his re- quest for first lance. T h e grand march goes on W i t h B o b Schaefer, seni- or class pres- ident, and Lois Nleltzer, sopho- more sub-deb, l e a d i ng. Di- rectly behind them m a y b e 5 e e n Evelyn S i e v e rs, 4B, ind Charleton Bard, prom cl1airmangJean Bostwick, class Jice - president, ind Dick Down- ing, her escortg Evelyn Hass, :lass secreta- ry, a I1 d A I' t Grindle, alum- uus. Girl - 5 I3 e t t y s o n J final tl glzunou J o e Flynn, 0 l a s s u r e 1' 5 o u t vi difficul with bf he prel p i c k 1 one a ly. P techniq inands arrival. J o e H e n k Wait n er. He at Sus minutes and to prise fi fDorotl ready. is The goes or t i n gr, L guests L. A. p r i n c T e u sc sistant pal, Pa 1 e r , a C o - o r Addisoi 0 e l 1 , socialit Rapier, ous ni and Sa her, rf athlete. Susie Fischer Joe fBc a 1' r i v early. 20, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 7 mor Kralik, 3A, ites Prize Essay Career Choice lner of the grand finale in egular series of essay contests Jred by the Trib, Eleanor Kra- nglish 6 student of Mrs. Ade- Holterhoff, will receive first one dollar in activity tickets. lners of second and third are Richard Bergsund, Eng- student of Miss Helen Teet- nd Richard Weickart, English lent of Miss Janice Fink, re- vely. Judges were Miss Mabel ist and Miss Helen Teeters. 1nor's essay follows: could be fitted for any pro- nal career, I would choose if a radio sketch writer.. ,io programs have always ated me, and to know that I art of such an immense enter- would be fulfilling my high- mbition. I have always felt an give to write, and I am sure 1 would enjoy that type of vever, in order to attain this I would find a knowledge of :ue and a foundation in dra- writing highly essential. ,ps the most important stride 2 development of this type of r would be to listen attentiv- radio programs and to reason tnalytically the type of role character plays. en I am ready to embark on rofession, I would attempt to a series of sketches and sub- phem to a small advertising .y or radio station. Event- if I were very successful, I 1 be hired by a major net- 2 biggest thrill I could pos- derive from my profession as etch writer would be to have uns of Americans throughout Jnited States entertained by 'ork as it passed over the net- 4. Harriet Myers Is Leader of Grads According to scholastic averages taken at the close of the third quarter Cincluding minors as well as majorsb, Harriet. Myers, who hailed from Grinnell, Iowa, last September is in the lead. The top 10 are as follows in the order indicated: 1. Harriet Myersg 2. Ruthjayne Aeberlyg 3. Eleanor Vanag 4. Jean Bostwickg 5. Lor- raine Holyszg 6. Florence Dittmerg 7. Charleton Bardg 8. Florence Spechtg 9. Dorothy Machelg 10. Cyrilla Matuszak. Ruthjayne Aeberly, who made more S's in major subjects than any other graduation candidate fshe fell below once with an E in a majorl, is the only three-and- one-half year graduate. Girls' Swim Suits Go Through Wash Girls coming for their swimming classes take their suits from the shelves as clean as it is possible to make them. Few of us know what really happens to the suits from the time they are thrown into the baskets until they are ready again for use. Mrs. Victoria Pedersen is in charge of the suits, but the towels are sent out each time and come back freshly laundered. The suits are taken to a room in the base- ment where they are washed in a regular washing machine and then wrung out. Meanwhile the sterilizing machine is being heated. It takes one and one half hours to become hot enough to steam each suit. The suits of only one class are steril- ized at a time as they become really clean w-ith only a few in the ma- chine. Each suit is in the machine for fully half an hour, is then dried, folded, and stacked on the shelf again. 'other Act arns Senzbrs' Plaudits Alan and Jack Samp- bune. an Sampson son are co-winners of the outstanding g r a d u a t e contest sponsored by the Chicago Tribune, which was announced in the last issue of the Taft Tri- As one unit they polled more than twice as many votes from the graduat- ing class as any other of the other nine candida- tes selected along with them by the faculty. The twins have given Jack Sampson interviews which will be shed along with their pictures Sunday in the metropolitan section e Chicago Tribune. Presenting Graduation andzklates Sain Abboreno-Bowling tean I bandg Senior Boys'. Ruthjayne Aeberly-Taft Tribnv editor-in-chiefg publicity comm. , tee, chairmang Central Area Pa American leagues, secretaryg Hon I Societyg French clubg Saddle ai Cycle clubg G,A,A, Virginia Alberts-Sen-ior Girls G.A.A. Rosemary Allen-G.A.A.g Seni Girls'Z Business guildg Roll club: French clubg Honor Societ Marian Altmane-Senior Girl: G.A.A. Donald Gaetano Anienta - S1 dent Council, president and vit presidentg Senior Boys'g Clean-1 committeeg hall guard marsha Roller clubg band. Gloria Ainnndsen-G.A.A.g Se ior Girls'g girls' chorus: lunc room staffg student assistant physical education office. Eileen Ruth Anderson - G,A,, president, vice-president, lettergir Senior Girls'g Pre-medics clu Pan-American clubg Alpha, Tri-I Y-3 HOHOI' Society: Operetta. clu business managerg mixed ghgy-1 student director. Irene Anderson-Hallguard ma shalg Latin clubg Senior Girl: G.A.A.g mixed chorusg Art clu Dramatics clubg Honor Societ life-saving. ' Jacqueline Anderson - Congq bandg Boots and Breeches clu presidentg Drama clubg Geograpl Club? G.A.A.g Senior Gir1s'. L61 Verne Anderson - Seni G+irls'g G.A.A.g hallguardg gir chorus. Marjorie A. Anderson - G,A,A Senior Girls'g library assistant, Rai! Anderson - Senior Boy: Golf club. Wallace Oliver Anderson-Boc room assistantg Senior Boysi Grace Anne Apida-Stenograpl clubg Honor Societyg G.A.A.g Se ior Girls'. Kathryn Arnold - G.A.A.g Se ior Girls'g visual education. ri! 'lm Page 72 Taft Tribune June 20 Farewell to Their T eachers, Farewell to Their Sch00L Stella N. Asimopulos - Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g library assistant. Lucille M. Avery-Senior Girls'3 G.A.A. Charleton Bard-Math club, vice- presidentg German club, secretary: prom committee, chairmang Sen- ior Boys! dance band: Taft Tri- buneg Honor Society. Mildred Bendilc -- Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g Art club. Reinhold Bendl-Hall guard, cap- taing mixed chorusg Senior Boys'g fire marshall. Arthur Bierwirth - Concert or- chestrag Senior Boys'. Kenneth Edward Bixby - Senior Golf clubg Senior Boys'g Math coach. Bill Bolelc - Tennis team, cap- taing business manager: Senior Boys'. Ann S. Boor - Senior Girls'g G.A.A.3 student librarian. Jean Bostwiclc--Taft Tribune, assistant editorg G.A.A., treasurerg social committee, chairmang Stu- dent Councilg Honor Socfietyg Pan- American clubg Senior Girls'. Beverly Janice Brooks H- Honor Societyg Senior Girls'. Violet Broski -- G.A.A.g senior chorusg teacher's assistant. Paul Joseph Buckley - Pre-me dics clubg Slide Rule clubg Drama olubg Senior Boys', officerg Roller club. Virginia Buckley - Latin club: Pre-medics clubg G.A.A.g mixed chorusg girls' chorus: Senior Girls'3 lifeasavingg Honorl Societyg busi- ness managerg Senior basketball champs. Geraldine Barbara Buirak-Stu- dent Council: G.A.A.g Senior Gir1s'g Clean-up comrnitteeg treas- urer's office assistantg Volley ball team, captain. Vivian Carlson -- G.A.A.g Senior Girls'g student assistantg sooial committeeg senior chorus. Elmer B. Cato - Senior business managerg Bowling fire marshal. Margaret Chappell-Offic tant: Senior Girls'g G.A.A. ish club. Adele Chenault - Officl tantg Senior Girls'g G.A.A. ish club. Nina Christensen-Senior G.A.A.g Geography clubg 1 clubg Girls' chorus. Georgette Colburn - Mix rusg Senior Girls'g bookro sistantg Honor Society. James Colburn M Concera orchestrag Track teamg Boys'. Dorothy Cosinen - Senior G.A.A.3 teacher's assistant. Ida Lou Cundiff - G.A.A ior Girls'g Roller clubg Sadr Cycle club. Claire Cutler-Hallguardg assistant: Proscenium p Drama clubg physical educat sistantg G.A.A., letter girly Girls'. Marilyn Eleanor Dalacker- Tri-Hi-YQ G.A.A.g Senior Gi Lois Dale-Girls' chorusg Senior Girls'g senior chorus. Jean Evelyn Daniel - Girls'. Dorthee Daniels - Senior senior chorusg G.A.A.g stud sistant. Angeline Daulantes - Girls'g G.A.A.g girls' chorus Rayinond De Paepe - Ar hall guard. Carniella DiBattista - 4 Senior GirIs'. zo, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 72 rd by to All Encores, Good-by Cl1ila'lzooa7 R uIe,' Florence Dittnier-Senior Girls'g Honor Societyg German club. Richard Dolezal - Track team: Bowling leagueg Sen-ior Boys'g or- chestrag Golf clubp hallguard. Kathryn Betty Dowd - G.A.A.: Senior Girls'g Biology clubg French clubg Drama club. Loretta Draper - Senior Girls'g G.A.A. Rita Drygas - G.A.A.g Honor Society. Lorraine F. Dubaclc - G.A.A.: Senior Girls'g Stencil clubg hall- guardg student assistant. Mary E. DuBreuil - G. A. A.: Senior Girls'g Honor Society: Alpha Tri-Hi-Y. Anne Duchaj - G.A.A.g Roller clubg Commercial clubg Business organization clubg Latin club. Hillflrd Dura-Basketballg base- ball: hall guard. Arlene Edgren - Honor societyg Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g senior cho- rus. Herbert Enck - Senior Boys'. Warren Ericksen- Dance bandg Student Councilg prom commit- teeg Taft Tribuneg Senior Boys' Elinor Evett - G.A.A. Carol Eufald-Baseball, captain: G.A.A.: Senior Girls'3 senior cho- rusg Boots and Breechesg Bowling leagueg Sen-ior basketball champs. Darlene G. Feege-Senior Girls? mixed chorusg G.A.A.g senior cho- rusg Roller club. Loretta Filipak M G.A.A.g Sen- ior Girls'g Drama clubg hall guard. Jack Firth -S Senior Boys'g gol clubg tennis teamg fire marshal Pre-medics club. Janis Fischer W Senior Girlsi Saddle and Cycle clubg G.A.A. Doris Fletcher -- G.A.A.g senio chorusg mixed chorus. Toon Flynn 4 Graduating class treasurerg Senior Boys', secretary Concert band, presidentg tracl teamg football teamg golf club. Gertrude I 7't17l'giLl7II,07'6 - Senio Girls'g girls' chorusg mixed chorus Geography club, secretaryg G.A.A. teachers assistant. Robert Franlrenllerg - Track basketballg golfg Senior Boys'. Gladys E. Frederick - Germal club, presidentg Alpha Trii-Hi-Y officerg Honor Societyg student li brariang Senior Girls'g G. A. A. Audrey Adele Funk--G.A.A.: Sen ior Girls'g Saddle and Cycle: Hono societyg Stenography club. Jane Geib M Senior Girls'3 .sen ior chorusg G.A.A.g girls' chorus. Mary Gerber - Senior Girls' G.A.A.g French clubg hzxll guard Honor societyg senior chorus. Richard Glauche - Swimming teamg nominating committeeg Sen ior Boys'. Georgette Gleason-G.A.A.g Sen ior Girls'g mixed chorus. Eleanor V. Grabowski - library assistantg bookroom assistantg Sen ior Girls'g G.A.A.g teacher's assis tantg service award. B e t ty Grawenzeyer - Giirls chorus. Lenore M. Green -- Pre-medics: Honor societyg G.A.A.: Seniol Girls'g Taft Trib. Elaine Grocke - G.A.A. Page 74 Taft Tribune Tl1ey,ve Climber! Up the Ladder, Reaclzed the End ofthe Ruth Erna Gubbe - Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g Business guildg Spanish clubg Geography clubg hallguardg Honor societyg Music clubg teacher's assistant. William Ganftlacll W Senior Boys'g hallguard. Warren Guras - Senior Boys'g track teamg Business guildg Golf clubg concert Ol'Cll6Stl 8.Q concert bandg dance band. La Verne Gntzmvln-Girls' cho- rusg Senior Girls'g Secretarial clubg library student assistantg mimeographing assistantg G.A.A. Mary Hamilton 3 Mixed chorusg G.A.A. Ruth Hartman -4 Senior Girls'g Roller clubg G.A.A.g lmallguard. Erelyn Hass-Graduating class, secretaryg Art clubg G.A.A.g Senior Girls'g graduation committee: Clean-up representativeg publrlc speaking class, secretary. Floyd Haaerrberg-eSenior Boys': Bowling club. Mary Hengst - Concert bandg concert orcliestrag drum majoretteg Senior Girls'g G.A.A. William J. Henlre-Senior Golf club, secietaryg Senior Boys'g in- tramural basketballg public speak- ing, viceepresident. 1 Claire Herrmann - Roller clubg Senior Girls'g G.A.A. Virginia E. Hobbs-G.A.A.g Sen- ior Girls'g office assistantg Pan- American club. lliilctrecl Hojnczcka--Senior Girls'3 girls' chorusg mixed chorusg Ge- ography clubg G.AtA.g teacher's assistant. Robert Charles Holiday - Golf tearng Dance clubg Honor societyg basketball teamg baseball teaing division president. Lorraine L. HIJILIISZ - Treasurer's officeg managerg Senior Girls'g vice-president: Honor society: G.A. A.g Secretarial clubg Math coachg division room secretary. Warrlell Hopper - Senior Boys'3 Fencing club. June 2C Rope, Bob Huhnke - Senior basketball managerg senior office assistant. Virginia L. Hunt-Senio' G.A.A.g Roller clubg Tag hall guardg Geography cl1 retarial club! teacher's ass Grace Iverson - G.A.A. rhorusg Senior Girls'. Virginia Jablonslci - E Girls'g intramural volley l Jeanne S. Jacobson-G.A. ior Girls'g Roller clubg H cietyg Senior cliorusg Se clubg teacher's assistant. Henry E. Jacoby M B: teamg fire marslialg hall captaing Senior Bo'ys'g alu resentative. Winifred Johnson - Ge clubg Art clubg Boots and esg G.A.A.g Senior Girls'g clubg library assistant: clubg Business Guild: ser rusg Secretarial clubg teac sistantg hall guard. Glenn Jorian - Concer solo tromboneg orchestra: tics club: Senior Boys'g chorusg football team. Edioarrl Jubrf-rg-Sen.ior Senior Boysi Walter J. Kail-Senior Art clubg hall guard supe Eflzrina V. Kalinowslei - societyg G.A.A.g Roller cl' ior Girls'g book room a student assistant. Earle Karlsen - Footba Senior Boys'g German cl presidentg Art club. James Bad Kennedy clubg Senior Golf club, p' Sen-ior Boys'g intramural ball. Dorothy Kessler - Senic G.A.A.g Roller clubg b team. Eileen Kiley-Senior Gi ler clubg G.A.A. Raymond Kiolbasa-Seni 20 1941 Taft Tribune Page 7 :Ward and Forward- Successful We Ho19e.'.' Raymond Kiolbassa - Senior Boys'. Marilyn Knight - Senior Girls': G.A.A.: Riding club: French club: student assistant. Richard Kolle - Basketball man- ager: intermediate band: senior chorus: Senior Boys'. Dolores Leona Kowalski-G.A.A.: Spanish club: Senior Girls': senior chorus: Honor society: adjustment office assistant: Secretarial club. Ernest Warren Koioalslivi - Stu- dent Council, president: Pre-Me- dics club, president: Clean-up com- mittee, chairman: Fencing club: Golf club: mixed chorus: Senior Boys': German club: Taft represen- tative to Boy's State, 1940. Warren Knans - Senior Boys'. Jeannc Kofoed-Taft Trib.: Beta Tri-Hi-Y: Honor society: Senior Girls': mixed chorus: G.A.A.: Let- ter Girl: Math club: gym assist- ant. Robert Kofoed-Swimming team: Taft Tribune: Math club: Life guard: Senior Boys': Latin club. Helen Kroupa - Senior Girls': Apparatus club: Stunts club: Ten- nis club: baseball team: Saddle and Cycle: Volleball team: basketball team. LaVel'ne Kneker-Pan-American club: visual education. Claflgfs Elaine Kzfeolie M Senior Girls': Roller club: business man- ager: Taft Tribune: division room treasurer: Honor society. Leona Legudzinslvi W- S e n io r Girls': G.A.A.: hall guard. Donalfl E. Leutz - Senior Boys', v.ice-president: B owling league: baseball team: German club: intra- mural basketball. Cecelia Leuva11don'slci - Senior Gi1'ls': G.A.A.: life saver: student Council. Margaret Licser -- Saddle and Cycle club: Senior Girls': gym as- sistant: Latin club. Norma Virginia Light - Student Council: G.A.A.: Senior Girls': Business Guild: Prom committee, secretary: hall guard: gym assist- ant: volley ball team, captain. Jeanne Audrey Linden-Beta T Hi-Y: G.A.A.: Boots and Breeche class hostess. John S. Loboclzinsliti - Bask ball team: track team: Seni Boys'. Kent W. Lozrlrc -- Hall gnar Senior Boys': senior chorus: Roll club. John Loesclzcn - Senior Boys'. Lillian G. Lzlllecltz -- G.A.A.: S6 ior Gi1'ls': Spanish club: Geograpi club: Secretarial club. Marilyn Lutz M Bowling leagu G.A.A.: Senior Girls'. Dorothy lllaclzelf-Honor societ library assistant: Senior Girl: gift committee: G.A.A.: student 2 sistant. Marian Magoon - G.A.A.: Seni Girls! Roller club: senior chori Loretta J-lolinoioslci - G.A.A Senior Girls'. Henrietta Mall - Senior Girl: Honor society: Secretarial clu Boots and Breeches: senior choru Tri-Hi-Y: student assistant: voll ball team. Kenneth Manchee-Senior Boy: French club: Math club: ban Taft Trib. photographer: busine manager. Mary Martorana - Prom co: mittee: G.A.A., treasurer, vice-pre ident, Board of Control: Alpha T Hi-Y, secretary,: Taft Tribun Senior Girls': Red Cross represe tative to Washington: gym assi: ant. Uyrilla Jlatuszalt--Taft Tribnr assistant editor: Student Counci Senior Gir1s': publicity committe teacl1er's assistant: Secretari club: Honor society: G.A.A. Lorraine lllazzoni--Senior Girls Taft Tribune, typist: G.A.A.: se ,ior chorus: Honor society. lletty Anne Jlruliillan - Seni Girls': G.A.A.: Honor society Math club: French club: Dran club: business manager: social col mittee: ring committee. Herbert Frank Mellor - Studei Council: concert band: Senii Boys': solo contest: ensemble co tests. Page 76 Taft Tribune June 20 As Green Little Freshies, , S0 Docile and Young- Josephine Meszynslci -- G.A.A.: Senior Girls'g girls' chorusg hall guard. LaVergne D. Meyer M Racquet clubg G.A.A., Board of Control, let- ter girly Senior Girls'g senior cho- rusg volley ball team. Lorretta Bernice Meyer - Sen' ior Girls'g Bowling league. Alex Michael - Track team: football teamg Senior Boys'. Theresa. MichielsfSenior G:irls'g mixed chorusg Stunt clubg Saddle and Cycle club. Leonard Miele - Art clubg Rol- ler clubg Senior Boys'. I Dorothy Milicheuich - G.A.A.g Senior Girlsg hall guard, captaing library assistantg Student Council. Bob W. Mitchell - Math clubg Senior Boys'g Senior Golf club, vice- president. Bob Mogenscn M- Senior B0yS': Student Councilg senior chorus. Lorraine J. Murray - Senior Gi1'ls'g G.A.A.g Roller clubg senior chorus. Lucille Musical - Honor societyg Taft T7 l?1llllt',' Senior Girls'g G.A. A.g French clubg Secretarial club. Harriet E. Myers - Honor co- cietyg Taft Tribuneg Alpha-Tri- Hi-Yg bandg Senior Girlsi Marion Neuonayer-Senior Girlslg G.A.A.g mixed chorusg Roller club. Russell Niesen-'Nominating com- mitteeg Senior Boys'g concert bandg Student Councilg Art clubg Geogra- phy club. Ruth Nitsehueirler - Sen ior Girls'3 G.A.A. Warren Nordby-Bowling leagueg Senior Boys'g social committee. Jacqueline Priscilla Norr ior Girls'g G.A.A.: lette French clubg Cheerleaderg sistantg Honor societyg Dr: Catherine Novak-Senior teacher's assistant: G.A.A in clubg Secretarial club. Fern O'Berg - G.A.A.g Girls'g Geography clubg sei risg Secretarial club. George Olson - Mixed Senior Boys'. Betty Rae Olson - Ge clubi Salesmanship clubg Senior Girls'g senior chor James Olson - Slide Ru Senior Boys'3 bandg Golf Mildred J. Olson-G.A.A. societyg Student Counciilg Girls! Biology club. Torn Olson - Senior Bo ior chorus. Marion Opfer - G.A.A. Girls'g mimeographing a treasurer's office assistant societyg Boots and Breeclc Secretarial club. Lois Orlebeke - Senio G.A.A.g Riding elubg locke French club. Thomas Orzada-Footba swimming team: intramurz committeeg senior chorus Boys'g intramural tea I c Florence I. 0 lski nf. : ior Girls'. fl ' ' 1 , I W ' fl f . , jr ff' ' ' 1' . X , i :lf fl. ll ' Tall .d. icy: If rd, J ol ,lar ,A ut - 1: nn 1 '1 gf: trac - J, -fi . ll: U A olph M. T. Paluch - Boys'g hall guard. Thcniis Pappadenis - Boys'g teacher's assistant. 20 1941 Taft Tribune Page 77 See What Fine Seniors From Young Sprouts Have Sprung! Fred Parks - Basketball team: Senior Boys'. Marilyn E. Parrish - G.A.A.g Senior Gir1s'g Bowling leagueg sen- ior chorusg Honor societyg Ge- ography club. Clifford Paskiewicz -4 Senior Boys'g Roller clubg senior chorus. Robert L. Passow-Tennis teamg Senior Boys'g string ensemble. Sonia E. Paulson-Spanish clubg G.A.A.g sen-ior chorusg Girls' cho- rusg Senior Girls'g Biology clubg volley ball team. June Pemble - Taft Tribune! division treasurerg Boots and Breechesg G.A.A.g senior chorus: Pre-Medios clubg publicity commit- teeg Senior Girls'. William. Peranni-Senior Boyffg senior chorusg soft ball team, cap- tain. Jean Perry - Junior life savingg life guardg G.A.A.: letter girlg Spanish clubg Senior Girls'. Lois Petzelt W- G.A.A.g Senior Girls'g Art club. Normrln Pfeiffer-Senior BfJys'g Roller clubg hall guardg student gym assistantg visual education. Edna Mary Philip - Study hall assistant. Helen Pienlcos - Senior Girls'. Phyllis Polforny - Senior Girls'g Secretarial club, vice-presidentg Bi- ology clubg mimeographing assist- antg G.A.A.g Roller club. Don Popek - Senior Boys'g Rol- ler clubg senior chorusg nominating committee. Gene Quinn - Basketball teimg Senior Boysi Ruth Qniram -- Hall guard: Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g Roller club. Elfrida Racleniacher - G.A.A. Red Cross, secretaryg Secretaria club. Jack Rasmussen - Senior Boys' business managerg alumni commit tee. Doizalrl Warren Rauch-Bowling league: Senior Boys'. William Rauschenberg - Senio Boys'3 Geography club. Lillian. Read - G.A.A.g Senio Girls'g teacher's assistantg hall guard. Dorothy Rees - Mixed chorus G.A.A.: Social committee, chair mang Bowling league: Alpha Tri I-Ii-Y. Jane Reirners - G.A.A.g Senio Girls'g senior cliorusg teacher's as sistantg Honor society. 1f0f17'lC.ll E. Richardson - Matl club: Senior Boys'g bowling league Golf club. Surf Itiemcr - Honor society Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g teacher's as sistantg Secretarial clubg Dram: club. Kenneth C. ltolin - Bowling leagueg Golf clubg graduation com mitteeg ring committeeg hall guard fire marshalg Art clubg Studen Council. William Ruehl - Football team track teamg Operetta, leading roleg mixed chorusg business managerg Senior Boys'g vocal soloist. Esther Ruylliero-Senior Chorus, Senior Girls'g G.A.A. Alan Sanipson--Swimming team: Honor societyg Golf teamg Taft Tri bane, sports editorg Latin clubg Senior Boys'g gift committee chairman: Student Councilg Goli club. Jack Sampson -- Senior swim ming teamg Taft Tribune, sports Writer and cartoonist: Golf teamg Senior Boysk intrfmural basket ball championship. Donna Sussman - Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g Geography clubg Honor so ciety. LeRoy Sauter H Senior Boys'g hall guard, supervisor: band. age Taft Tribune Their School Days Are Over, T hings of the Past- Bob Schaefer -- Senior class presidentg football teamg 4A ideal Taftiteg mixed chorus, presidentg Honor societyg Senior Boys'g Math clubg intramural hxsketballg Rol- ler clubg chairman, English class. Walter Schalli: M Honor societyg author of creedg business managerg graduation committeeg S t u de nt Council. Marcia' Sr-llafaer W- Senior Gir1s'g Bowling leagueg Student Counoilg G.A.A.g Boots and Breecliesg lock- er guard. Harold Schirnzer-Senior Boys'1 track team. Lucille Schmidt - Senior Girls'g G.A.A.g mixed chorusg hall guard, supervisorg Student Councilg Li- brary club. Milflrcri Schniidt-Senior Girls'g G.A.A. Dorothy SVlLllf'iIlf77' Y S e n io r Gil-ls'g G.A.A. Warren Schneider-Senior Boys. Jack Schoenholz ef Senior Boysig Spanish clubg hall guardg fire mar- shal. Lalferne Seibt M G.A.A., letter and two chevronsg Alpha Tri-Hi-Y, program chairmang Senior Gi1'ls'g Bowling league: mixed chorus: senior basketball champs: Boots and Breeches. Robert Sialreil -A Senior Boysi Richarfl Slrolniln -- Senior Boys'g hall guardg Bowling league. Douglas' Small - Senior Boys'g Latin club, presidentg Math clubg Honor society. Charlotte Smith - Senior Gii'ls'3 G.A.A.g mixed chorrsg Taft Tri- bune: Secretarial clubg Art club: senior chorus. Clifford Smith - Banclg orches- tra dance bandg Honor societyg Senior Boys'g Math coaching. JLIWLF'-S' Smith -- Pan-American clubg track teamg Senior Boys': senior nominating committee. June 20, Ann Virginia Solomon-i Senior Girls'g Spanish club: societyg Geography clubg E ial club. Louise Evelyn Soper - chorus, accompanistg conci chestrag Beta Tri-Hi-Yg bandg G.A.A.g Senior Girls'g nominating committeeg clubg senior chorus, accom Honor societyg Taft Tribun Betty Sorensen H- Hall G.A.A.3 Saddle and Cycle clu ior chorus: Senior Girls'g Si ial club. Harold Spaalc - Visual tiong Senior Boys'g Roller Fllorence Specht - Senior G.A.A.g Honor society. Vivian M. Spitz-Girls' gle salesgirl. Mary Steigerioalclt4G.A.A ior Girls! German clubg B guildg Dance clubg Student antg Secretarial club. John Stieber - Senior Bo Janet Stone - Senior French clubg student as: medieval history club, chaii Gerald H. Strass - Hall Roller clubg Senior Boys'. Donald Stiulstrup - Mix rusg Senior Boys'g Drama 1 Annette Swanson - Pre clubg G.A.A.g mixed choru ior Girls'g business manage ior basketball champs. June Irene Swanson - Girls'g Honor societyg G.A ter girlg Student Councilg try assistantg Operetta club chorus, librarian. Constance Swiercz--G.A..4 ior Girls'g student assistan Gerraine Thane - Senio Bessie Tragos - G.A.A.g Girls'g senior chorus: ba teamg volleyball team. 20 1941 Taft Tribune Page 79 ts O to Their Future: The Die Is ow Cast. Charles Trick - Gift committee: concert band, student director: Student Council: business mana- ger: Proscenium players: Pan- American club: concert orchestra. Shir Lee Turner-Student Coun- cil: Senior Girls': G.A.A.: Girls' chorus, treasurer, secretary: Pros- cenium Players: French club, vice- president: alumni representative. Amelia Tynclorf - G.A.A., lettet girl: Senior Girls', treasurer: Sec- retarial club: business Inanager: Honor society: alumni representa- tive: publicity committee. Eleanor llama - Senior Girls' president, secretary: Beta Tri-Hi- Y: president: business manager: Honor Society: graduation commit- tee, chairman: Taft Trib: Council. Kenneth Vfl7'lV001'7lf?CS - Bowling league: Senior Boysi Irene Vettes - G.A.A.: Senior Gir1s': Honor Society: Latin club: Latin class secretary: adjustment helper. Charles IC. Wagner - Fire mar- shal: hallguard, supervisor, cap- tain: Senior Boys': gym clerk. Winston Wrzhlstroni - Football team: Senior Boys'. Honrarrl Wulz - Senior Boys': Roller club. Gerard Weber ---- Public speak- ing Class, president: Pre-medics club, vice-president: Honor society: swimming team: track team: Sen ior Boys'. Dolores JI. Weehtfr - GA.A.' mixed chorus: Bookkeeping club: Roller club: Senior Girls'. Sanv Wells - Senior Boys': oper- ator of recording machine: public speaking. Edirarrt ll'lICd07lf H Senior Boys': intramural basketball. Shirley Wlzelrlon - Honor so- ciety: Taft Tribune: business inan- ager: Boots and Breeches, secre- tary: Bowling laegue: division room secretary: G.A.A.: Student gym assistant: senior chorus: Pre medics club , publicity: Senior Girls': Life-saving. Blanche Whyarfl - G.A.A.: Sen- ior Girls': Art club: senior chorus: Pan-Amenican club. Irene Wiedow - Alpha Tri-Hi Y, dance committee chairman: Secretarial club, secretary: Student Council: Senior Girlsl: Taft Tri- bune: mimeograph staff. Elma Willard -- Division secre- tary: history class secretary: G.A. A.: Senior Girls': nominating committee: senior chorus: Honor Society. Joan Dorothea Wilson - G.A.A.: Proscenium Players: Mathematics club: Senior Girls': alumni asso- ciation delegate. Rita Winleates - Girls' chorus: French club: Senior Girls': G.A.A.: treasurer's office, assistant. George Wise - Baseball team: tennis team: prom committee: Senior Boys', treasurer: dance orchestra: Etiquette club, presi- dent. Sylvia Frances Wisner - G.A.A.: Senior Girls'. Elaine Wisneslri - G.A.A.: Bowl- ing league: Senior Girls': assem- bly chairman: Dance club: student assistant: Roller club. Walter W. Witt Jr. - Basketball team: Golf team: Math club: Sen- :ior Boys' club: senior golf club. Mary Wolkober - Honor society: German club: Student Council. Muriel Marie Wnrster - Senior Girls': G.A.A.: Secretarial club, president. Leona Agnes Wroble - Honor society: Stenography club: Senior Girls': teacher's assistant: G.A.A.: Business guild, treasurer. Vincent Zabratanslci - Intra- mural baseball team: basketball team: volleyball team: Senior Boysi Dan Zaehazju -H Drama club: Senior Boys': intramural baseball team: basketball team: track team. Jack Zeclz-lin - Senior Boys'. football team: Art club. Phyllis Ziaja - G.A.A.: Senioi Girls'. Alris Mary Ziegler M Mixed cho- rus: Honor society: basketball tournament. Ella Zoellicli: - G.A.A.: German club: mixed chorus. e Www- fgggjiwx S wg .. 5,1357- Hg, f W- 11 1 A ff .. ' .,., I g,- :,., - W ' t ' - ,Q .ww :5,w:,. -V t, Q.. ,... 1. wg- A ww Q? . , .hi ,E tw tw 1 b ,ga K ., . 3 MW- , f-- J x v 4.-y A2 an - .,....., 1 wx x faft ow ocial Center 0 See Taft Tomorrow Fight Lane 1 Q - Af Lane V, September 119, 1941 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois Vol. 5. No. Z :lagogues Chat rout Vacations Distant Parts r the last bells of Taft rang rn to faculty and Taftites. Leader Rapier dashed off iirecting tour. With Salem. s as a starting point, Mr. Rapier waved his baton h Michigan: Grand Forks, Dakotag Wisconsing and City, Iowa. During this e directed a musical comedy ,ing of 45 people, with Vin- .opez and his suave Eastern- :ing top billing of their show lot, North Dakota. uote the maestro on angling, d every puddle between Taft Jrth Dakota with the net re- ne pound and a quarter of rn pike and several shoals lines. Speed Demon Arrives last curtain fell in Mason Iowa, Monday, September t 12 p. m. Arriving in Chi- 'uesday, at 6:45 a. m., Mr. skidded into Taft's halls at Beat that for speed! Lillian Perry, with her traveled by auto through ack Hills and Yellowstone il Park. Their trip ended in Mountain Park. Catherine Kelly ambitiously 8,000 miles west, through to California while on her n. At the expiration of days, she turned homeward 1 Texas and Mexico City. in Monterey, Mexico, she ed to meet Mrs. Mary Far- o was also vacationing. 5 Kelly Travels in Style ir conditioned car protected elly's party from excessive hile driving through Palm :pen road beckoned to Miss leech. Yielding to tempta- e headed north to the Wis- Dells in her trailer: from o the Black Hills became bjective where she stated 2 had climbed to the top of gton's head. ronders of Yellowstone Park Wishing Made It So 4 A7 ' lt:::l::.::::::::1lgpt 9' 5:2215 Q -VF' an- V-gg P N 'P Nfl flttftifts wif?-I' Q All , 'wr ifl,X:1,La,:.W .roigcfqxllll E -r -J, ,S infix. I 1 .: - : 1 by I l,we-a:'es-ag , ilk 'f - gi ft ' 4 ll 's N - f - fc' X Q S 9 f ,.,, .-?.'fz J' XX: V p, A X ? lwfff' 'i ., L- fife- I 3 MV!-.. l'.ll.'l.. W ' drew the trailer westward where, they alleged, We f1'aternized with the bears. The homeward journey wound through Nebraska and Il- linois. Miss Grace McCue spent an ex- citing summer, part of which was spent at a dude ranch situated near the Colorado Springs. Exciting events included being caught up in the mountains during a raging hail storm. Athletic Directors Go Camping Mr. Saul Farber combined work and play, acting as athletic di- rector of a boys' camp situated in Eagle River, Wisconsin, where he instructed 100 boys for a period of eight weeks. His colleague, Joe Kupcinet, directed a similar camp ten miles distance from Mr. Far- ber. Whitey Oberg stopped to visit Mr. Farber while traveling through Wisconsin. Mrs. Andrews Sees Cuba As to be expected of a Spanish teacher, M1's. Norma Andrews trav- eled from St. Petersburg, Florida to Cuba by boat during the summer months, after spending some time studying psychiatry at the Univer- sity of Chicago. Find Adventure Board of Ed. Sponsors Dancin Friday Evenings The age old plea of the younge' generation of Norwood Park and its vicinity has at long last been an SW81'6d by the announcement of th' opening of a social dance center a Taft high school. The dancing will be held eacl Friday night from 7 to 12 p. m. The beginners' class instruction will be held from 7 to 7:45 p. m.: the ad vanced class instruction will be from 7:45 to 8:30 p. m.: and fron 8:30 until midnight social dancing wiill be held. The admission for this entire evening of entertainmen1 will be only 10 cents. Chaperone and matrons will be in constant at tendance. Spooks Stomp to Open Season The first dance and party to be held at Taft will be the Spooks Stomp to be held in the boys' gym- nasium Friday evening, October 31 Thereafter the dances will be held each Friday night with parties in- cluded for the more wimportant oc- New Season: casions. Doctor Johnson Dear Students, You have left the long lazy sum- mer behind you. Autumn and the opening of school bring on a season of activity for all of us. For you it is school activities-renew-ing old friendships and making new ones-and getting back to your studies. The cool days of Autumn foster active minds and bodies. You find you are alert and ready for any kind of adventure. There is a wide range of ad- venture within your school and community when you open your eyes and your ears to its call. lt is found in books-science, travel, and biogrrphyi in sports-the foot- ball season will soon be in full swingg in your clubs: and In act- ual participation in work and study in your school and home. Enter into the spirit of advent- ure and make each day an interest- ing experience. Sincerely, William H. Johnson Superintendent of Schools Everyone between the ages of 16 and 25 is invited to don his best bib and tucker in readiness for the big event. Professional Musicians to Play The center, sponsored by the Board of Education, is under the direction of Miss Ernestline Badt. It is one of many being held in the Chicago public high schools. Mem- bers of the Chicago Federation of Musicians provide the orchestra- tions with professional instructors helping out the beginners in danc- ing. The center is under the super- vision of Mr. Leonard Tuescher, assistant principal, Mrs. Henrietta Hintz, and Mr. Paul Bigler. Are You Wide Awake? Do you see with :I critical eye? If so. the following contest will in- terest you. As n novelty the Trib offers you this issue replete with errors. The student who can record the greatest nuxnher of nlistnkes in this issue - grammatical, ortho- graphic, rhetorical, mechanical, factual et cetera - will be awarded a free subscription to the Ti-lla for the entire school year. Send your results to the Tn!! Trib ofllce. Page 2 Purcell Victim Of Latest Draft: Now orclBlinleey By Norman Esserman The latest defense measure of the United States government has been the partial black-out of Mr. Addison Taft Tribune Alpha Officers Make Plans in Sun Left to right. the Alpha-Tri-Hi officers discuss their latest problem: Nancy Gray. preside-ntg Shirley Kmnre. program chairlnnng Shirley Becker. treasurer: Mary Boarinlh serlzeant-alt-nrmsg Put Dolnn. vice-president, Purcell, Taft faculty's own Bob Hope. Lord Blinkey, as he is most reverently called by the stu- dents, ambles to his chemistry classes peering through one eye while the other is covered with a patch. Such a man of high esteem could not be called just Blinkey, No, that would never do. Thus he was knighted by the Ancient Wreck- less and Independent Order of Beo- wulves as Lord Blinkey. After in- duction into the secret order, Mr. Purcell's new niickname cannot be used without the proper prefix. Blinkey Explains Troubles Lord Blinkey explains that his trouble is known under the medi- cal term of Amblyopsis Spelaeus. This he further explains, in lay- man's language, means Blinkitis. In this dreaded disease the eye lid flickers up and down at the sight of a member of the opposite sex. His lordship not wishing to be embarrassed by the malady's fre- quent attacks wears the patch as protection. Condition Temporary? The hope that his condition is only temporary was verified by Dr. Premeda, Health Editor of the Bugle. Said Dr. Premeda, in a very ex- clusive interview, In all the years of medical history the cases of Casa Nova and Don Juanson proved to be the only fatalities. This how- ever was before the medical pro- fession used the treatments of 4 Racketeer Passow Collects Trophies Elaine Passow, Taft's number one racketeer, added some new tennis trophies to her rapidly growing collection this summer. Last year she netted third place in the finals of the city park tourna- ment. Now she is the city cham- pion of intermediate girls-those who are from 16 to 18 years of age. ln her spare time she entered the River Forest tournament and cap- tured two runner-up trophies. Because of her brilliant playing she was recommended to go to Philadelphia August 23, to compete for the nation grass court cham- pionship. This was a great honor as only seventy-eight girls in the whole country were chosen to play in the meet. In this contest she survived the eliminations, but lost out in the second round. Elaine is now number two on the Junior Wightman Team. This con- sists of ten girls from Chicago who play teams from other big cities. Miss Passow can be seen whiz- zing around the courts almost every fair day. lt takes plenty of practice, ex- plained Elaine, to keep in shape. blinds. With the use of the new anti-winking serum the ill effects of t'Blinkitis are usually over in from ten to fourteen days, although in very severe cases they have been known to last as long as 30 days. Latest reports state that Lord Blinkey is rapidly improving and before long the wool can be re- moved from his eyes. New Teachers Arrive at Taft The questions on the lips of many Taft students as they first wan- dered back to school at the open- ing of the fall term and surveyed curiously the new faces eyeing them from the desk in their class- rooms Was, Who is she? Where is she from? What is she doing here? The answer to these questions is simple. That unfamiliar looking person is a substitute teacher who is replacing a regular Taft teacher. Miss Neva H. Teeters of the English department has undergone an operation and is recovering rapidly. Substituting for her is Miss Donna Mae Maxon. Northwestern u niv e rs i ty has claimed Dr. Grace Buchwalter who is doing some advanced study. Mrs. Helen Scanlon, former director of the mixed chorus is also storing up more knowledge and in her place is Mrs. C. E. Smith. Miss Mary Brady of tl1e art de- partment and Mrs. Gladys S. Han- sen of the English department are both on sabbatical leaves, while Mrs. Edith Halverson of the history department, Mrs. Rose Hershen- house, and Mrs. Mathilda Scott, toth of the commercial department, are all on maternity leaves. Sub- stituting for Mrs. Halverson is Miss Cleo Lopate, for Mrs. Scott is Miss Alice Moloney, and back to take the place of Mrs. Hershen- house, who was substituting for her is Miss Irma Dahlquist: Each teacher is entitled to one year's leave from teaching, every seven years during which time she may either study or travel. September 19 Two Tri-Hi-Y's Remain Astride In Energetic Pac The Taft Beta Tri-Hii-Y 1 their meetings Tuesday nig tember 9, headed by Sharl tuzak, presidentg Marge secretaryg Harriet Grund urerg Mildred Idle, chapla ilyn Sonderman, prograir many and Marilyn Bran geant-.Lt-arms. Discussed along with ot vice projects was the ente of the U. S. A. boys' altho s rt of amusement has not cided upon. Those appoi the service committee wer Ehrlick, Dolf res Kaufma Maw, and Barba1'a Ellis. To fill the vacancies left chapter's graduates, there two seniors selected from t ing list and two 3A's fr' applications distributed : them. However every a must have a G average o Attending to this selection Helen Uhrik and Dorothy ski. Taft's Alpha Tri-Hi-Y hz plans in store that shoul in unusually interesting 1 this fall. The election of ficers was held last sp: which time the former I Jean Cullen presented th to Nancy Gray. The other ficers are Pat Dolan, vi identg Shirley Becher, tr Joan Carpenter, chaplaing Kaage, program chairma Mary Boarini, sergeant-at One of the first meeting: club's program will be an fair, at which all seniors girls who are interested in the club are invited to att find out more about Tri-Hi Some of the officers a ning to go to the Tri-Hi-' ing Conference which will at Camp Rogers Park, Se 20-21. The purpose of thiz ence is to assist new ofi do a better job. Esquires Beat 4 The Esquires, swing's Taft, are in the jive. Mr. assisted by Williiam Bornh' the directing duo. Offic Milan Mikulka, preside! pianist Daniel Gogovich, t Members include Richarr drummer, Frank Falkeni saxg Bornhoff, 2nd, Leonarw 3rd, and Harry Taft, Kelvi Phil Nelson, 4th sax, t Mikulka, Jack Waters, Al mierg Accordiion, Bob Smi tar, Howard Vollg Trombo Pfister, George Bond, Berg: Bass, Wally Keller Pedersen. tember 19, 1941 Taft Tribune mmi Now Busy Beta Heads Set Work to Be Done vancing Selves Work, Colleges at's become of those once fa- r faces at Taft? Here's a few zrsz ny of them have now entered 'e. Wright claimed Jean Bost- Ken Rolin, and Elmer Kato. Brown is singing W,isconsin's 'y song and Bob Mogenson to study at Armour. Adeline gott and Bob Ericksen con- at Lake Forest and will wel- Smooch Ericksen and .e Wise as classmates. Ruth- Aeherly attends Northwestern Bill Ellis hangs out at Cor- Both Don Anienta and Bud hope to play football for the team. 'riet Myers, ex Taft Trib staff ter, is kept busy writing for lison-Norwood paper and Ken iee, an ex Trib photographer. work in an electric shop. lnis Jachim has the ideal po- -he photographs the gor- Petty girls and other sl i ex-Taftites doing general ol'- .nd secretarial work are nu- ns. Among them are: Dot Irene Wiedow, Sue Riemer, ne Feege, Eleanor Vana, and In Lutz. ' Froelich and Jane Geib are aph operators. Tom Orzada is soy and Betty Dowd page girl vntown banks. Arlene Edgreu for the telephone company hirlee Turner acts as a recep- t. ure Florence Nightingales: Hanke and Helen Gilbertson .udying at St. Anne's and the yterian Hospitals, respec- ri Wilson, studying dramatics s Goodman Theater, has aspi- s toward the stage. d luck to all of them! l ltonical' Mystery! it happened to the' twirler's 4? zonfessll I did it! You donii Lo believe me. I'll do anything my name in the paper. plot thickens! Some one 1 the baton twirler's batons. rything was all right during rst football assembly, but at econd, the batons of Margret Scott and Elaine Giese were lg. absence of Pat Earle, Taft's Wirler, was more conspicuous hat of both missing batons. er the dirty work was done itons appeared just as mys- sly as they vanished. The sit- was well in hand and by the Jf the P. M. assemblies the vere strutting as of yore . . . Miss Earle. 1 Beta Tri-Hi-Yis officers: first row: Marjorie Mann, secretary: Charlene llnlousek. president: 1Vilmu Dubs, vice-president: .second row: Mildred Idle, elmplnin: Harriet Grund, treasnrerg Marilyn Brant, sergeant-at-:lrmsg Marilyn Sondermnn, program chairman. oys Have Wzkfe Choice at Taft If office statistics mean any- thing, the fellows at Taft had bet- ter watch their step. Along side of the paltry total of 940 boys, the supreme total of 1,264 pulchritudi- nous nifties looks enormous. This term, Taft has been honored with the arrival of 445 freshies. Of this sum 225 are of the fairer sex and the other 220 boys. The group with the second highest membership is the 3B group. These astonishing students have among their numbers 233 girls and 181 boys. The 4A class has a total of 145, 4B's have 304, 3A's possess 167, the 2BB's 340, 2A's 199, and finally the 1A's with 190 up and coming geniuses. All students who are inter- ested in bowling this semes- ter should start forming their teams. The name of the team and players should be ready, so that when the first meet- ing is held activity can begin immediately. Mr. John Piuppo, sponsor, hopes there will be enough candidates to form two boys and two girls teams. For the freshmen who wish to join, there will be a junior league that will meet S a t u r d a y morning. Musical Groups Resume Activity The mixed chorus proved to the school that the summer vacation had not affected their voices at the Defense Assembly, Wednesday, September 10. Mrs. C. E. Smith, substituting for Mrs. Helen B. Scanlon who is on sabbatical leave, led the chorus Qin two numbers: A Medley of Ameri- can National Airs by C. and America's Message stone. No definite plans yet been formulated for ture programs. F. Furey by John- have as their fu- Mr. Rapier reports that definite plans have already been formulated for next semester's work in the band and orchestra. A solo contest will be held February 133 an en- semble contest the week of March 3: a band contest, April 133 and the orchestra contest May 13. Prac- tice is already in progress in ex- pectation of another S rating. The Taft Girls' Chorus directed by Mrs. Ruth Lino has already started on its way. Their first per- formance will be for Taft Parent Teachers' sometime in October. The officers for this year are as fol- lows: Lucille Nitche, president: Josephine Gendilee, vice-president: Mary Boarini, secretaryg and Eve- lyn Seivers, treasurer. The accompanists for the coming year will he Carmelita Lorocco, Ruth Schielka, Evelyn Seivers, and Dorit Anderson. Page BookroomCorp Serves Taftites Indefatigabl Can you hurry that order c the Chemistry books for me? e the chemisti teachers rushaix ' up to a bot room attendan Are thos English 2 bool ready to tal now? came a other voice. The ladde' were raised ai the books we: handed down ' nothing short 1 a second. This ma. sound compar tively simple, but in reality tl work is tedious and unending i the unbearable heat of the boc room. claimed one of Mr. Ruben An addition of 700 books hz been made this semester. The: books must be stamped sever: times, properly arranged on tl shelves and a record kept of ever transaction. It is students, such as Josephii Gendillee who has charge of tl records, Lucille Carucci, Glor: Kissel, Marilyn Fischer and tl muscle men Howard Zyhert an Richard Paragene who make th work possible. These students d serve a great deal of recognitio for their assistance in organizin the books. It is really a differei job and my helpers have done 1 well, stated Mr. Irving Rubei However, the bookroom crew fe that without Mr. Ruben's ampi supervision, things would neva have been as perfectly managed 2 they have been. The book room is ready to serv you the second, third, fifth, se' enth, eighth, ninth and tenth pe iods. G. A. A. GKicks Cff' Amid showers of footballs Jc Sophomore and Sally Senior tri1 ped the light fantastic at the G.A.! Kick-Off dance last Friday. Wit footballs pinned to their lapel: Taftites couldn't help but get int the spirit of the coming footba' season. At the stroke of 3:30 p. m., th kick-off occur1'ed with George Pa terson, manager of the team doin the honors. Then like pennie from heaven brightly colored foo balls descended. The new dance band, The E: quires came through with flyin colors. The decorations were silve and blue. ?3gC 4 Taft Tribune September 19, . , of just Reminiscing Two years ago a new school opened its doors. Into it flocked sopho- nores, juniors, and seniors from Schurz, Von Steuben, and other north- vest side schools. At Taft they found an unfinished building and a :andy treeless campus. There were no proud Seniors or lowly Freshies that year. Everyone vas new. Classes and programs had to be scheduled. Traditions had to ne built up. The North Central association had to accredit the school. Remember how we selected the name of the Eagles for Taft's teams, :hose Blue and Silver for the school's colors, and emblazoned the title if Tribune on the masthead of the school paper? Will anybody ever forget the introduction of Mr. Rapier's Taft i,oyalty song, the first dance with James Shamburg and Helen Guernsey is the king and queen of the waltz, the election of Jean Bostvwick as lose Queen, the first June graduating class? All those things gave Taft ,he start that must be kept up today. The Freshmen then are the Juniors now. Many classes have gone, ret, as the upper classmen walk down the halls they see familiar faces if students who return to Taft to reminisce about Only Yesterday. Library Ofers Fine Entertainment Books! Books! Everywhere books, but how many Taft students ever :hink of using this fine selection of literary achievements in our library? How many freshmen, sophomores, and even juniors and seniors have iever gone to the bother of getting a library card, and how many more aave never used the cards they do have. Although comic books and movie magazines seem to be all the rage, ,t does look just a trifle more studious to have a copy of Scott's works ir a book on handicraft along with your noteboolc as you pass from class to class. You don't have to take them out with the intention of reading them completely, but when the diwision period seems unbearably long, :mr your English teacher is delayed enroute to class, just open up the book and see what made the author write what he did. Make all the corrections you see fit in his so-called masterpiece. Before long you're liable to find yourself genuinely interested in the book, but that's all right--everyone knows you're reading it just t.o pass time. Perhaps you've never bothered to see just what :is in your library. The librarians are only too glad to assist you in your selection of a good book. 1 1.-.- - 'Neither a Borrower Nor A Lender Be' Have you a reputation for depending on others for your existence? Do you constantly have to borrow pencils, paper, money, and tomorrow's homework? If so, you are one of the much-hated species of animals called the parasite, alias sponger, deadbeat, chiseler, and panhandler. Could it be that you are just minus memorties or are you really as bad as you seem? Have you a criminal record in every mental file of society including unpaid nickels and borrowed school work that made both you and the lender get stoplight grades when the teacher found out? The length of your sponging record will make people find out in a hurry what your number is. If people can't borrow, they'll have to get their own! Taft Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students of ,the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Nntoma Ave.. Chicazo. Ill. September 19, 1941 Price Five Cents Editor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. Features: Jeanette Behrens, Bill Bessemer, Mary Boarini, Frank Bostwick, Carl English, Norman Esserman- Mabel I-Ieen, Don Johnson, Lois Johnson, Patricia Peterson, Norma Tess. News: Jeanne Beaton, Pat Dolan, Audrey Dietz, Wilma Dubs, Viola Fara., Nancy Gray, Charlotte Henrickson, Olive Horst, Shirley Kaage, Jeanette Kane, 'Jeanne Lutz, VVinnie Pufont, Mary Jane Shirley, Robert Smith. Photography z Stanley Logan. The Beam By Pat Dolan A crowd of eager students wait- ing outside the door for their next class, - a meek little individual with his mama in tow, - a be- spectacled young man lugging a briefcase bigger than himself, - these and other symptoms mean but one thing - Freshies at Large!! Big Bargain Have you heard about the penny- wise young frosh who advanced toward the lunchroom cashier car- rying a huge bowl of stuff ? The cashier looked at it in surprise and asked her what it was. Oh, re- plied the little girl, this is a bar- gain. It was marked two cents! CTwas the salad dressing.J This Younger Generation! But on the whole, this year's crop of young hopefuls has not been as profitable as those of past years. The sales of elevator tickets have dropped considerably, and the old football ticket business is at a standstill. Latest reports show a. freshie trying to sell a lunchroom pass to a senior! These young moderns are far more worldly and matter-of-fact. Upon receiving their room assign- ments, they calmly go to the right room instead of ending up some- where in the basement, and there's certainly not much of the scared rabbit about them. Signs of the Season Just in case you forgot what time of the year it was fsilly, isn't it?J you would probably be reminded by certain familiar sights. For in- stance: Crew haircuts :in the grue- some stageg -- summer tans pull- ing a fade-out: - Taft Trib report- ers cramming to make the dead- lineg - Mr. J. Puippo gleefully snipping his way down the hall, leaving a neat trail of broken locks behind himg - I-Iomework!?!tXl3 Model T's rattling and back- firing around the school, - An odd assortment of black eyes, cuts, scratches, and similar injunies heralding the approach of the foot- ball seasong - A certain senior counting the days till Christmas vacationg - Various alumni haunt- ing the halls of their Alma -- Cut slips, pigtails, Mater g squashed lunches, umbrellas in the sunshine, fish stories, musical car horns fpuff! pufflj There will now be a brief pause for station identification! ,lj.l.-l.-i Almost forgotten - program changes, nasty, noisy, old alarm clocks, slightly deflated pocket- books, unconvertible convertibles, chairless chem laboratories. In the ual of the New By Bill Bessemer - Famous Last Words: Mr. Teuscher wants to see Isn't It Strange That: The answer to any questi be I don't know. Teachers, especzially teachers, don't realize hov we are of discussing the 3 tional situation? Encyclopedia Americana. Encores: Unjust punishn innocent people. --M. Dumbell Pome: With penciled eyebrows, C2 lips, Powder and rouge on her f: With waistline nowhere ni hips, And broomstick skirt to pace- This is the modern girl making Comes 'neath the head of faking. Question of the Week- Is Mr. Mooney eligible draft? -Ann Nony Why Not?- Will the present Ugasolini age cause Taft students to for school? Famous Last Words- Double your money back completely satisfied. Let me at him. -M. She won't flunk me aga -Little ' Dumbell Pome Drizzle, drizzle, Drool and dribble: Gutters drip and Sidewalks sizzle. Hair' is hanging, Shoes are damp- Mother Nature, You're a tramp! S' Help Me- A frantic girl rushed i city room, rushed to the edi gasped, For hevvin's sal the presses! Somebody assassinate queried the editor, hold? breath. Worse, she cried, I to I wore a blue chiffon dresi ball, and, My Gawd, it was georgette! The editor turned pale. 1 bed the phone. Hey Sl' shouted hoarsely, stop presses! -0. 1 amber 19, 1941 ave You Heard the Latest? nitions n Mrs. Lascher asked in her h 7 class what the difference :een a comedy and a tragedy, Wortman, 4B, jumped up ng blithely that when the Its the beautiful blond, that's ady, but when he doesn't get lat's a tragedy! in attempt to simpl.ify the natical language, Professor ' explained to his naive en that positive is like going iegative is like going westg e is like above zerog nega- like below zero, positive is ring to heaven, and negative -yes, yes, go on. Why stop Freshmen: Have you :ht your season punch card escalator? ten your first English com- 1 on what you did this sum- lr My Impressions of P ned the conjugation of ztin verb? . your reserved sign for xosenllunch table? ght your soda crackers should repose at present in ckerb for afternoon tea dur- gthened divisions? ned your week's supply of owels at the box office? fortunate enough to be one elite and get a locker with lights and a good view? es overlooking the railroad are nice. High your Doings I life must have been hard .rlene Matousek, for it left zechless. She has just re- cords, after counselor at with Dolly her lost vocal g a Week as a Hastings along uth Shumacker, Lee Brink- and Nancy Gray. the lunchroom cashier aback when a pennywise walked past her with a owl of mayonaise in tow. are you going to do with isked the stupefied cashier. t only costs two cents, re- e Ainnocent one. While Snoopin': 1 Kritikson and Noreen n, unaccustomed to the city after their summer life, calmly removed their and socks and happily out of school. in Esserman had to play a tennis in his underwear e lost his trousers in a love fe has now given up tennis. good or for pants? lrse the Kaage car couldn't blow-out at any time but Taft Tribune Page 1 I R ter Aiizlwafeiza. The Bo of the Month. Would You Like? ' By Lois Johnson Have you ever wanted to change your handle? Tlris month's inquir- ing reporter gives you an oppor- tunity to do so with this question. Betty Brendel, 1B, was all en- thused over the idea of changing her name to Lana Turner. A change has already been made, said Jess Taylor, 2A, when approached. Jesse was his former title. Enigmatic Mr. Osbon Quoth Kenneth Osbon, that dy- namic head of the history depart- ment, I've had my name so long now if I changed it I wouldn't know who I was, but I could think of plenty of good changes for otl1er people. Miss Jane Carleton has always been satisfied wlith her name but she said those who intend to change their names should remember thds verse: Change the name but not the let- ter, Change for the worse and not for the better. Tsk, Tsk, Charles Annabelle was Charles Weider's choice of a name for himself. fSlightly feminine.J Frederick Bunge, 2A, would be glad to change his name to some- thing the teachers could pronounce correctly. Ruth Mooney, 4B, took a roman- tic view of the question when she replied she would like to have her name changed to Mrs. Chuck Mittle. Norwood Booth, 1B, averred any- thing but Norwood would do. Red-headed Gladys Myszler, 3B, thinks as long as she has red hair she may as well have an Irish name so her choice is Patty O'Day. James Craig, 4A, stated, Mine's bad enough as it is. Virginia Herringshaw, 4A, would pick Star Lynn Shaw. Catherine Vonesh, 4B, said, That depends on whose name I take. when Shirley was driving it home from school! Were You There When: Donald Reum and Bill fDelilahD Lessmann clipped Sampson Peg- gy Re1ler's hair in division? Bernard Dabbert went all around school asking for bobby-pins to put up Dick Lewis's fair tresses? All they lacked was a blond hair net. Howard Payne put the bottom window down so he could unlock the top one? Wright Peterson acquired his convertlible? With the reopening of school, versatile William Stephen, 4A, comes to the front as Mr. Hoefer's choice for the Boy of the Month. Bill is one of these square-shoot- Qing, all-round people that everyone likes and admires. In the spring, he lives and breathes baseball and has been a member of the team since its beginning, contributing more than his share of good pitch- ing and hitting. In his spare time he makes and sells costume jewelry of wood and walnuts, samples of which you have undoubtedly seen on the wrists of various fair Tafties. His hobby has grown so much in a year that it is now a full-fledged business. Bill does not spend all of his time at baseball and bracelets, how- ever, as his grades and membership in the Honor Society indicate. When possible he also spends much time fishing, playing tennis, swim- ming, and participating in other sports. He likes to dance and does indulge frequently. His extra school hours are spent as a hall marshall, and in changing programs for Mr. Mooney. Bill is a loyal Taftite, having s 2 'E 5 E William Stephen come from Schurz as a 2A when Taft was opened, and he would rather be here than anywhere else. Beyond wanting to go to North- western his plans for the future are not too definite. The Tribune Presents Mrs. Perry Because of her prolonged vaca- tion duning the first two weeks of the school term, it was impossible to obtain a direct interview from Mrs. Evelyn Perry, Taft's choice for this issue's teacher of the month. It was therefore necessary to call upon her husband, Mr. Enos Perry, to obtain the needed information. Born in Chaicago, Ill., Mrs. Perry was graduated from the Senn high school. She received her Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree in Eng- lish from the University of Chicago. Mrs. Perry began her teaching career at the Henry elementary school. From there she went to Schurz high school, where she was sponsor of the Schurz Times and finally, with the opening of Taft in September, 1939, she once again changed schools. Her hobbies, other than playing bridge, are all along the athletic line-swimming, horseback riding, golfing, and hunting. She is also a skilled dancer, pianist and violin- ist. Mr. Perry could think of no greater ambition of hers other than that of making the Trib a darn good paper. He further explained that he believed her disposition to be free from pet peeves and idio- syncracies. TAFTITES JOIN UNANIMOUSLY IN EXPRESSING THEIR APPRE- ciation of the oil painting presented them by the Meadowlark club of the Norwood park elementary school. The picture, a' copy of Jalln Jamel Audubon's f'Meadowlnrks, has been given to Taft to further the estnbll ll- ment of an art center for the northwest side. The Meadowlark club has been organized to meet the need for bird conservation in this district. It ls directed by Mrs. Condit Voorhees and has a membership totaling over 1000 who have pledged themselves to protect all bird life. fered ..........................A.. Page 6 Taft Tribune Hilarious Comedy Sets Movie Fans Agog with Puzzle ' By Jeanette Kane It's that do me sol Tom, Dick, and Harry and Who Does She Mar- ry, that has been causing Cinder- ella to take heed and polish her technique. With a cast of three to one we find Ginger Rogers battling off the three-Burgess Meredith, George Murphy, and Alan Marshall at the precise moment. In this fantasy, Miss Rogers promptly finds herself engaged to three gentlemen, Tom, Dick, and Harry. In turn, she dreams of her future as the wife of each. With Tom there would always be promo- tions. Harry, the town mechanic, offers a life of fishing. Dick .is that handsome millionaire who offers all the happiness money could bring. But then another dream of- fers a suggestion-why not marry a.ll three? Of course, everyone believes he knows whom she will marry, but at the last moment, the future of all four is determined by the most in- significant event imaginable-the tinkle of a bell! With the able direction of Garson Q Soldier Boy j Kanin, and the fine supporting cast, including Le- nore Lonergan as Ginger's kid sis- ter, this gay, sparkling comedy fills the bill for every movie-goer. WP A Improves School Grounds While Taftites were idling dur- ing summer vacation, the W. P. A. were busy improving the grounds of the school. The football and track fields in the rear of the school are almost ready for use. The playing field is completed, but the cinder track has to be finished. All students are requested to stay off the rear fields recreation, stated Mr. Thomas Fogli, engineer custodian. By walking on the ground the turf :is injured and in- creased work is required to rebuild the edge. The workinen would ap- preciate your cooperationj' he con- eluded. In the extreme corner of the grounds a baseball diamond has been laid out. As soon as a back- stop is erected, the field will be ready for use. Another important improvement is electric street lights replace the old ones fronting the building. This means that the man with the snuffer will no longer be seen. iAlthough no major repairs were required inside the building, the rooms were made spic and span with newly waxed floors and wood- work. Tribune Explains Service Points The Taft Tribune reprints below the rules governing the Taft serv- ice award system. I. Purpose The purpose of the point system awards is to offer-some tangible symbol of recognition to those stu- dents who contribute most to the of Taft by general civic welfare their participation in various serv- which they iceable activities for 1'eceive no credit or other award. This symbol shall be known as the monogram: the awarding of a monogram will be one of the high- est honors which can be bestowed. II. Official Committee Principal Cas chairmanj Student government sponsor Cas secretaryh Assistant principal Two faculty members III. Method of Revising Schedule 1. When a new position of office is created, the faculty sponsor should present to the commlittee a written request for listing with de- tailed account of the duties in- volved in this service with the ap- proximate time fnumber of class periodsb spent on this work per se- mester. 2. For any special unrecognized service performed, the sponsor in- volved should petition the commit- tee in writing. The committee will decide upon the points to be award- ed. IV. Awards Service emblem or monogram 60 Chevron Qadditional awardb .... 30 V. Limitations Limits of points to be received by any one pupzil per semester: 1B ............ 25 38 ............ 30 1A ............ 25 3A ............ 30 2B ............ 30 4B ............ 30 2A ............ 30 4A ............ All points must be recorded at the close of the semester during which they were earned. The re- sponsibility for accumulating those points rests entirely with the stu- dents. No point will be recorded for service to current semester tex- cept in the case of present 4A'sJ. 5. Hall Guards Captains ..,....,...,.. ,,,,,,,,, 1 0-15 Other Guards ...,,,.,,,.,,,,,, 5-10 6. Clean-up Campaign Chairman .,,,.,,,......,,..,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 10-15 Sec'y Sz Ass't Chairmen ........ 5-10 Committee Members ,,.,,,,,,,,,,, 1-8 7. Eire Marshals Chlef ....................... ......... 2 l0-15 Others ,,,.,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,, 5-10 8. Safety Patrol Regular ,,,,...,..,.,.,, 5-10 9. Library Assistants ......,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 5-10 10. 4A Class Officers and Committees Chairmen ,,.,.,,,,,.,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,. 5-10 11. Box Office Manager .... ......, ,,,,,,,,, 1 0 -15 Ass't Mgr. ,,,..,,,,,,,, 5-10 Clerks ....,..,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,, 1 -4 12. Remedial Reading Markers .,,,,,,.,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 5.10 13. Public Appearances One point per public program Points may be awarded for only one office in any one activity. VI. Schedule of Points 1. Student Gov't. President .....,..,,,,.., 15-20 will be allowed for public appear- ance in a dramatic, musical, or speaksing role either in .a group or individually. Program repeated will not count extra. Five points a semester are the maximum that may be earned under this heading. 14. Ushers Regular crew .,,,,,, ,,.,, 1 -4 15. Stage hands Regular crew ..,....,.,, ,,,,, 1 -4 16. Clubs and classes Officers fexcept 4A7 Officers fexcept 4AJ ........ 1-4 17. Scholarship S average for previous semester ..........,.....,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,, 4 E average ,,.,.,,.,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,, 3 18. Class room service Per teacher .........,,,....,..,,,,,,. 1-4 Each teacher may award a maxi- mum of four points per class, these points to be awarded all to one pu- pil or to be divided between two, three, or four pupils. Large classes Cover 403 may be counted as two classesg classes over 75, as three classes. 19. Division room service Per teacher ..,....,,.,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,. 1-4 fExcluding those for stu- dent government and bus- iness managersj Business managers .......... 5-10 20. Point Award system recorders Other officers ...... 5-10 Rm. Rep. .............. 1-4 2. Newspaper Editor in Chief ....,.. 15-20 Ass't Editors ...........,..... .....,, 1 0-15 Reporters ...................... 5-10 3. Book Room Service Clerks ...................,......... ....... 5 -10 4. Office Service Service Club ........... ....... 5 -10 Chairman ...........,.,,............. 10-15 Assistants .,.. ..,... ...... ...... 5 - 1 0 21. Visual Education Superintendent ,.,,,...........,,,, 10-20 Assistant superintendent.. 8-15 Chief secretary .................. 8-15 Secretary ..................... ...... 5 -10 All operators ...................... 5-10 22. Adjustment helpers .......... 5-10 23. Lunch guards ............. ...... 5 -10 24. Student coaches ....... 5-10 September 19 Fall Faslzions Bring Out Cc In Campus C1 By Jeanette Behrens Pat Peterson With the fall of autuml and the call of readin', wrii 'rithmetic, we find many a spiration in the color and the fall fashion trends. Pig-tails bobbing with colored hair bows are a ter to lads who are possessed 1 thought of yanking them. Getting away from pig-t long bobs, we see Shirley pert feather cut or baby i as most of us know it. Da our first period class we sel Dubs, 4A, wearing a new ' sweater-the new 27-inch type. Besides the V-neck we the crew neck sweaters, ant about every color imaginab of them are done in hea weaves and others in lig knits. If you have some 1 in your wardrobe you are on the beam. Sonderman Models J: Out on the campus wi glimpse of Marilyn Sonde' the torso length jacke' takes its place in the fall Among the many girls v acquired the knitting bug Lucenco, 4B, who is ma .angora sweater to wear wi plaid skirt. Variety is the spice of ll' see Millicent Sadlier, 4B, a. corduroy jerkin. Be' Cross's station wagon co: in mighty handy to Ugada the in-between season. Novelty Jewelry Disp and To perk-up skirts we see wooden beads on lil a nel by Lois Miller, 4B, colored peanuts worn b Guernsey, and Lois Horstn an eight strand necklace o macaroni. - Sauntering through the pause to admire Meredi' ger's new saddle leather bracelet with brilliantly studs which add allu novelty. The traditional saddle r again on the must list 1 ing around the campus. S sweaters in assorted colt light pastels to bright scoi are also the vogue. 25. Athletic service for vi no athletic letters ar 26. Instrumental music 1B Or 1A ..................... 2B ................ .,.. 2A to 4A ..,... Zegiber 19? 1941 Taft Tribune M75 Commence Stars Passing in the Night zrrent Semester ith Elections Bvy Jean Lutz ention! Honor students. How ' can you judge? The answer ie in the election of officers he honor society now ap- ming. V . A s .Martha Hinkle, sponsor, that all be on their toes in ling for a really outstanding :apable classmate to put up presidency. This office, Hinkle avers, is one of the lst honors to be conferred a student. So look your scholars over, size them up, rring in your carefully con- d suggestions to the election ig. 1 were distributed to 1A's last with the exchanging of pins 3 place now. ruly great loss to the honor r is the transferring of Dor- Dietz, last semester's vice- ent, to Detroit. Her efficient ntiring efforts for the good e society will be greatly l, but as it is always said, loss is their gain. 1 're-Meds' Postmortem? rors! Can it be true that we, Lture patients, will have to le future without physicians? ling to Mr. ' Vestal, sponsor Premedics club, one is most to arrive at that conclusion he hears that the club will scontinued unless a much ' demand for entrance into 'ganization is made. Council Reorganizes executive committee of the t council, consisting of Wil- tessman, George Christ, Mar- Ann Scott, Roy Wagner, Ann Jacobson, Lorraine Howard Jacob, and James ag, met with Nancy Gray, zsident, during the third September 10. is decided that each division fould elect two delegates dur- - long division September 10. Jy and girl chosen should n active interest in the stu- uncril andmust be present at meeting. Fencers Invited t. Miller is again sponsoring :dent organization. T With defense on every an's tongue, it is a good o think about your own suse. And what could fill l' better than fencing? Mr. 'vring. Ruben, last year's , promised that the club again reorganize providing re enough interested. The is will probably be held neriod on Thursdays. Mr. will supply other needed in- Jn. By Norman Esserman The night of the Freshman Frolic Johnnie picked up Sue. They boarded the highway bus. Johnnie fumbled the fares, his scoured face a pink halo. Sue, his division room neighbor, smoothed her hair rib- bons with nervous rintensity. When they entered the darkened corridors of the school Johnny was lost, bewildered. The gym was no- where to be seen. Gawkily, he pro- pelled Sue down the shadow- darkened hall. Ahead he heard laughter, a question. Where you going Fresh? Blindly, he asked, Where's the gym? Turn left at the next corner. Then their informants practically collapsed with mirth. Johnny ground his teeth and grated to Sue, Some joke, Must be ickies. Sue whispered consolingly, Oh, just a bunch of fool sophomores, Johnny. In the gym a compact circle of ill-at-ease boys ninged the capering figures of Sid Sloane and his Swingaroos. Alternately, they shuf- fled their feet and made ribald comments upon the music, the dancers, the decorations, and the chaperons. Into this haven of refuge Johnny eased himself. Let the girls dance by themselves. He saw Joe, slapped him on the back, and let his sweat- ing palms relax. From time to time his conscience drove hqim out and he wrestled Suzy around the floor. It was agony for both. But Sue never whimpered. But she did glance once or twice at her scuffed shoes. Home at 12:30. When the Sophomore Stomp ap- proached Johnny was ready. John- ny dated Jane, a 2A. He knew where the gym was now. Johnny danced every dance. No scuffed shoes this time. eh? Senior Girls to Welcome New Members During a meeting of the Senior Girls' club ninth period Wednes- day, September 10,'the 4A's dis- cussed plans for a party scheduled September 24 to welcome the 4B's. During the business portion of the meeting, the club will hold an elec- tion of officers. Entertainment from the 4A's and a party will follow. All Senior Boys Invited The Senior Boys' club, sponsored by Mr. Arthur Mooney and Mr. Ad- dison Purcell, will hold their first meeting today during a. m. divi- sion. Plans for a faculty-senior boys' indoor baseball game to take place in the near future will be dis- cussed. ' Gosh, dances are fun, admitted Johnny as they glanced at the stars on the way home. Abed by 1:00 p. m. Johnny was taking Mary, a 4B, to the Junior Jive. He drove to the clubhouse in his dad's car. After dancing half the night, they went to the Pampus for refreshments. Later to Dam No. 4 for a look at the stars. Johnny stayed out until 2:30 that night. In the morning Dad looked up from the paper and asked if he had a good time. Johnny reflected his dad was be- ginning to understand. Johnny rediscovered Sue. You know Sue, the girl who sits next to me in division. Boy, has she changed. Sue accepted Johnny's bid for the Senior Prom. Johnny had a car now. And after graduating next week, he's going to college. Sue and he went to the Paragon ballroom where Jerk Digens and orchestra were playing. After the prom, the Villa Florence, was the place to go. Everybody Went Skokieiug. The stars blinked down on a lighthouse in Wilmette. They exchanged graduation rings that night. It was the night of the Alumni dance. John and Sue were on the entertainment committee. After their duties they eased out to the porch where Johnny gave Sue an engagement ring. Somehow they both thought of revisiting the school. They arrived at the start of the Freshman Frollic. Hand in hand they strolled the halls until they met a boy with a painfully clean face holding the hand of a freckled nosed girl. He asked, 'Say Bud, how do you get to the gym? John locked at Sue, they both started to laugh. John then turned to the newcomer and said, Turn left at the next corner. Curriculum Sees Not Many Changes Few changes have been made in the curriculum of Taft high school for this year. There has been a definite increase in Spanish classes and a decrease in the German and French classes. Because of thzis Spanish 5 has been added. The changes in the enrolment of these classes have been attributed by some to the war situation. nation-wide commercial is partly responsible for The pick-up the increased enrolment in com- mercial subjects. Taft is the only school in the city that requires boys to take Physical Education four periods a week. For this reason, the depart- ment is one of the most progressive. Page Students Asked To Register Cars, Bicycles Pronto Attention all students! Have yc registered your bicycle or car wit Mr. H. Miller yet? It is a decide protection to everyone who rides bicycle or drives a car to schoc to have them registered at one Students who ride bicycles 1 school should use the racks pr vided for them at the rear of tl buildwing opposite the library. For the students' own protectio there have been student guarc posted at both the bicycle rack and the parking lot for each perio of the day, under the supervisio of Mr. Miller, to see that ever: thing is kept in order. The outside car guard syster will be operated on the same basi as the preceding semester, with th addition of two boys for watchin the bicycles only. At this early date most of th outside guard posts are taker However, there are still severa periods open for interested boy who have regular studies. The duties of the boys are no only to see that the cars are parker right but to turn off lights, repor flat tires, and keep unwantef people out of the cars. Their re ward is ten service points pe semester. P. TI A. to Hold Parents' Mlgfht The Parent-Teachers Associatior will sponsor Parent's Night, Oc tober 20 at 7:30 p. m. All parents of Taftites are invited to be pres- ent. According to Mrs. C. E. Lehn- her, health chairman, the theme ol the evening, which will be centered in a speech by Reverend John Hubbard of Park Ridge, is A Better and Healthier Communlityff A varied program will be pre- sented at which Taft students will perform. Selections will be played by the concert band conducted by John C. Rapier. Mrs. Ruth B. Lino will direct the Mixed Chorus in several vocal selections. Demon- strations will be given by the Girls' Athletic Association of the physical education department of which Mrs. Margaret Walker is the chairman. All girls interested in taking care of children after school may get in touch with Mrs. C. H. Bornhoeft, hospitality chairman of the P. T. A., by calling New- castle 2628 or at 7248 Thorndale Avenue. Give your name, ad- dress, age, the hours during which you want to work. Page 8 Taft Tribune September 19, In the Girls' Locker Room By Bereen and Heen The social season at Taft begins with a bang this fall, coming to a brilliant start with the kick-off hop, September 12, which was sponsored by the G. A. A. A touch of football atmosphere was added when 'the 'pigskin' was kicked off at 3 p.m. G. A. A. Adopts Saddle Did you know that the G. A. A. plans to take over the Saddle and Cycle club this year? Experienced riders declare that well trained horses are to be had at Green Tree Stables, so riding fans, dust off your boots and be ready for future are to ride details. To date, plans every other Wednesday, alternating with the Senior Girls club meet- ings. Freshmen Did that welcome party, planned by the board of control, give you an inside glimpse of what fun can be had in the G. A. A.? Hope you all left the party just rarin' to start earning points for an athletic let- ter. Join now and get acquainted with your other 'sisters' at Taft. Calling All Bowlers Bowlers! Stop! Look! Listen! Be on the watch for Mr. Piuppo's bowling posters in the corridors. Plans for the coming season are under way and in a few weeks you gals can be rolling down those pins. Mr. Piuppo has promised to teach all the new bowlers the fine points of the game as he has done in the years gone by. It seems that Taft is destined to :live right into the new year with a splash! Miss VValker, the girl's Phys. Ed. teacher, has announced plans for a spectacular water bal- let in January with 32 Taftites taking active part. Buell Now Heads Visual Education The visual education department of Taft high school has again undergone another change and is now being supervised by Mr. Charles Buell of the Industrial Arts department. The department is planning to run several full- length movie pictures this semes- ter. New officers for this term are Henry Jankowskie, superintendent. f' nd La Verne Sohumacker. secre- tary. Thirty operators, three for each period, have been employed to run the three movie machines now belonging to Taft. Tait Gridders Lack Final Punch Last Saturday's opening football scrimmage ended in a 13 to 0 vic- tory for Senn. From the starting gun until the end of the half, Taft had possession of the field. Their major gains were mode by Mos- song's passing and Doebler's re- ceiving. Hilgenberg, right halfback, made a 10-yard run to put Taft into scoring position. A 15-yard pass by Mossong to Gillenback scored for Taft. However, an official called the play back because of the fact that the passer was not five yards hack of the line of scrimmage when the ball was thrown. A 10-yard roll on the next play closed the first half. In the opening of the second half, Senn started a march which covered about 85 yards, ending in a touchdown on an 8-yard run by Senn's left half- back, Micatto. The kick raised the score to 71 to 0. Taft again received the ball only to kick back to Senn. The ball went back and forth with neither team's having the upper edge. A kick by Mossong was blocked by Senn and resulted in another touchdown for Senn. The kick was blocked and the score mounted to 13 to 0. The last quarter was a defense game for Taft with Right-guard Anderson displaying an outstand- ing performance by breaking through and throwing Senn for two losses totaling about 12 yards. The game ended with the ball on Taft's 3-yard line when the ball carrier was stopped by Anderson from what looked like another score for Senn. See These Gamesg Help 'I'eamWin September 13, 1:00-Taft os. Senn at Wtnnemac, Foster and Leavitt. September 20, 1:00-Taft iss. Lane at Lane, Western and Addison. October 4, 3:00-Taft rs. Sullivan at Lane. October 11, 12:00-Taft os, Waller at Winnemoc. October 18, 12:00-Taft rs. Amundsen at Hanson. Central and Fullerton. October 23, 2:30-Taft rs. St-hurz at Hanson. Noirember 1, 12:30-Taft rs. Lake View at Winneinac. November 8, 2:00-Taft rs. Roosevelt at Wlnnemac. Admission: Ticket ut school, 25 centsg at gate 50 cents. ew Cheers, New Yells, New Boys, ity Belles I This year, Taft football fans will see three new cheerleaders on the field when their favorite team car- ries the pligskin over the goal line. Last year's veterans, Mable Heen, Mary Boarini, Doris Zonzius and Marjorie Mann, will be joined this fall by newcomers Ruth Schu- macher, Eldridge Adams, and Ger- ald Plato. Cheerleading, however, is harder than it appears to be. A student wishing to join the cheerleaders, to instill school spirit' in the grandstand masses must be absolutely A-1 before he or she is allowed to lead cheers. Would-be cheerleaders are selected by com- petition and in addition must give five original yells and provide rou- tines for eaohg pass examinations in proficiency in giving other yells: spend time in practice until OK'd by Coach Harry S. Miller. A school letter is awarded at the end of one year of work on the field. White sweaters and blue slacks seem to be the costumes for this fall. Cheers currently popular are as follows: Give a yell, Come on, 1et's hear it! Yea Taft, That's the spirit! Fight, Taft, Fight, Fight, Taft, Fight, Fight, Fight, Fight, Taft, Fight. Fight, Seven, Come eleven, Come a silver, come a blue. When our team hits the line, It goes right thru! A-B-C-D-E-F-G- We're for Taft, Yessirree! Boom Chicka Boom Boom Chicka Boom Boom Chicka Ricka Chicka Rticka Chicka Boom Zis Boom Bah Zis Boom Bah Taft, Taft, Rah 'Rah Rah! It's a T, It's a T It's a TAF It's an A, It's an A It's an AFT T A F T T A F T Yea Taft! Go Taft Go Go Taft Go Hit 'em high Hit 'em low Go Taft Go! Ssssss Boom Ahhhhh Taft! Strawberry Shortcake Gooseberry Pie V-I-C-T-O-R-Y- Are we in it? Well I guess Can We do it? Yes Yes Yes That's no lie That's no bluff We're for Taft ,We're hot stuff. In the Boys' Locker Rc 1-lin By Carl English Looking over this year's squad the positions are qui fuilled. At ends we have l Srednicke, Gilgenback, an denbergh, all returning fri year's squad, and three will next yea1'. With the knowledge the gained from past experienc will be a main feature in and will cause their op many a headache. The pass receiving will Doebler and Srednicki, wit nicki having the advantage of his height and speed. Di ing size, which we can by at Doeb1er's record for la! we see a brilliant and cou little player sharing the both in pass receiving and a splendid defense game. Vandenberg Lines I Henry Vandenberg, now final season, will be seen 1 ten in the starting lineup. burg did not play much la due to a knee injury obtain in the season. Gilgenback, a hard chfarg minor positd will play a year, but will be an excell stitute. As soon as he get: portunity to play he will make a permanent position self. Intramural Swimming Harry S. Miller, who ooa swimming squads last s will not only attempt to ' winning teams this fall, also organize an intra-mur ming meet, for all the bt classes. This event, which held in the near future, ,only tend to increase the ity of water sports at Taft, also aid in finding likely 1 for the swimming teams. Mr. Saul Farber, coach basketball team has org: basketball class. This cla: to be very popular. Its pri rollment is about 45. The purpose of this cla condition and teach the ft tals of basketball to the In this class are some 1 former basketball players. l Junior team we have Cr: parelli, Otolski, Buyewski Whittier, Kuflewski, an nich. From the senior b team we have Cocoran, Hood, Kotowski, Paulish, derholm. This class will be a splei to train for the Taft b team, so if any student if ted in the team, see M1 about this class. 'IG KI KID RADIE See pages 14 and I 0 The Time To Make Has Come H l Uh Sullivan Numb ay, October 3, 1941 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois E Vol. 5. No. .ll Things onsiclered Howard Vincent 0'Flannigan lyclists Keep Chicago Safe day, designated Student and C19 Day by the Keep Chicago committee as part of Chicag0'S gh annual Courtesy Week pro- 1, all young people are urged insider the importance of cour- in the saving of lives and of lon in driving, walking, and lg. le purpose of Courtesy Week, :lished by Mayor Edward J. ,f, is to stimulate Chicagoans :quire the habit of caution and tesy and to practice it all 12 :hs of the year so that the ber of traffic fatalities and ac- its may be substantially re- d. lents to Assemble re prevention assemblies will meld October 9 third and 11th Jds. in. L. A. Hoefer will present 'esting sidelights on Columbus n assembly the fifth period Oc- r 10. lmittance to both assemblies be by invitation. The regular schedule will be followed both hools will be closed Monday, ber 10, in commemoration of mbus. With a Slogan ninkers are asked to don their and compose slogans for the n-up campaign. The best will ent to the office of Dr. John district superintendent. From contributions of all the schools e October 155 the best slogan be selected as the official one L941-1942. Mrs. Adelaide Holter- is in charge of the slogans at Joncern to All niature pictures of the entire ent body for official records be taken about October 14. trking day for the first quarter be next Tuesday! VS SULLIVAN One Sure Wa to Score 8 . 5 ff LA ' gJ::?!v-W u 'ip,4n 'el' mem e-4. W e .... .. f J i - L N 1 ,Q-,' , TEZF-fb -' ll X W lg 1 at '39 1 'tv'.i'f4iE': i lewfrfte' e- M f N.. ' - I lf' . ., ,L Kg? Wigldntp . X 5 H,WJ,,f'jf N-XL... U if d,,al',. 1515150 ,' ,M I A ' olF ,,i-H -i is ' 4' ' Q I HO , .:.1i': ' A vue I Q 7 I M 'Q I K ' ' ,ee 'V P 'gfgirl rsvp ff' 0 '0 uf. I A QPQ l i f yn 5' 4. + 5 I O H ' n . F' V QNQ cy l ,f FN-V 'f c.cNa-me 1 and 9 .ff- '. ' Grads., Grids! K ids! Taft's FIRST homecoming will take place at the Taft-Schurz game at Hanson park Saturday, October 25, at 2:30 p. m. To each 100 percent division the Alumni association will a- ward a large silver football placard for the room door. Alumni may purchase tickets at 28 cents at the Norwood Park fieldhouse from October 17 on. 7:30 p. m. to 9:30 pl. m. Tickets at the game will be 55 cents. A colossal ceremony is sched- uled for the half . Help Taft show Schurz what 100 per cent support really is from both alumni and student body. The Student Council. win elect officers next Monday at 9:30 a. m. in room 304. The North Central association will pay Taft its regular annual visit next March. Social 'Centerers' Advised on Dress What to wear at the dances spon- sored by the Board of Education at the Taft social center opening Friday evening, October 31? Miss Ernestine Badt, director of social centers, clarified the situa- tion today by announcing that boys must wear ties and suit coats and girls either sport or street clothes. Boys in sweaters and girls in either slacks or evening dresses will not be admitted. Boys in uni- forms will be admitted free of charge. All hats must be checked before entering the gymnasium. Boys to Run Opleradio At a meeting last Thursday Eugene Wenglowski, Donald Esser, working knowledge of government- al affairs in which he can use and express these attributes. tCont. on page 10, col. 27 Victor Expecte- For Eagle Tean Tomorrow Henry Vandenburgh, 165-pou end, will lead the Eagles again Sullivan in the latter half oi double header tomorrow at Lane Th prospect of a Taft victory enhanced by last Saturday's id ness. A week of rest followed one of hard work has put the te: in mid-season form. Rough spots were ironed out Coach Joe Kupcinet during a pr tice game with Foreman Septeml 24. Improvement in the line vs shown by the time the passers h to find their mark. The new aerial attack togetl with the return of Carl Engl? and Felix Mataresse should gi the Eagles the added punch need to score touchdowns. Last season Taft and Sulliv tied six all. This year the Eag played Senn and Lane with grea precision and power. Those tea that breezed through Taft last yr found the revamped Eagles tough nut to crack. Therefo those that Taft held last ye should now be comparative pu: overs. Dr. Bell Visits Taft English Department Doctor John Bell, district sup intendent, visited English clas: at Taft last Friday and address the English department at its r ular monthly meeting on the su ject of the new course of stul which is now being organized by representative group of Englf teachers from the public hi schools. Miss Maybelle Capron the Taft representative. Before long English classes v have an opportunity to hear 1 recently purchased phonograph I ords of poetry and Shakespeare plays. Page 10 Taft Tribune hy Study Social Science. Inter-Relations A of Human Beings Learned Thereby By Doris Erickson Over a. tasty snack of chocolate cookies, Mr. Kenneth A. Osbon, his- tory teacher, aired his views on why students should take up the study of social sciences. First of all, let's see what social science is, spoke Mr. Osbon. The social sciences make a study of the relations of groups of human be- ings to each other-not of the people of far distant lands, but of Norwood Park to Chicago, of Chi- cago to Illinois, of Illinois to the United States, and of the United States to the nations of the world. According to Mr. Osbon there is a. special importance to Americans in studying social sciences because their government, a representative democracy, is entirely different from the government of other countries. American Rule Cooperative In our country everybody has and is a part of the government. If he understands the way his govern- ment works, he can do his part much more efficiently. To under- stand how the government works he must understand how it began. All manner of things are asso- ciated with government works: business and industrial organiza- tions all fit into and become a part of the affairs of the nation. man who doesn't taxes are so high Is there any wonder why his and where the money goes? By knowing and understanding the aims of our government, an in- formed citizen can help to shape the foreign policies of the nation. He is able to speak for what he wants and bring about desirable changes. Lake Shore vs. Northwest Why, you wonder are we on the Northwest side struggling with the same old vertebraic Northwest highway when residents of the Lake Shore and outer drive are en- joying the advantages of splendid new highways. Those same residents know how to bring the necessary pressure on those in power. How many Taft pupils know even the names of their representatives in Congress, in the state legisla- tures, in the city council? How many Taft pupils know that they live in the largest congres- sional district in the United States? Such knowledge tends to make an efficient citizen. To good moral character, integrity, and honesty, necessary to the makings of an ef- ficient citizen, must be added a Problem Solved: Clothes to Wear At Soczlzl Center fflontinufid from page 1, col. 35 Bill Patterson, and Arthur Krause with Mr. Leonard Teuscher, assis- tant principal and head of the Taft center, were shown how to operate an operadio, an instrument similar to a public address system which will be loaned to Taft for use at the dances by Miss Badt. Operadio to Serve for Overflow The operadio consists of several loudspeakers, two microphones, a lapel mike for the instructor, and an attachmentlfor phonograph re- cords. It will be' of real service when it is necessary to use both gymnasiums for dancing. Eight boys and eight girls will be selected by the instructor to assist in teaching dancing. Four- teen boys will also be wanted 'for work in the cloak room. They will be compensated for their efforts. Center to Continue Only If Well Attended Extremely fortunate in being awarded a center, Taft will be al- lowed its continuance only as long as it receives full-hearted patron- age. Its support, however, seems well assured since it was placed here in answer to popular demand. It of- fers the young people of the com- munity opportunity for get- togethers at a minimum of expense 110 cents per personb. There are only 17 others of its kind in the city. Mrs. Henrietta Hintz, attendance officer, and Mr. Paul Bigler, ad- ministrative aide, will assist Mr Teuscher in operating the center. But why should we bother our heads with world history when we are active only in local affairs? Because, states Mr. Osbon, knowledge of the methods of gov- ernment in foreign parts will give us more sympathy with their prob- lems and help us understand what they are trying to do. Thus an understanding of world situations would give us a more sympathetic, a less impatient out- look on the acts of other nations and a better understanding of the plans and accomplishments of our nation-perhaps even a better ad- ministration of our local affairs. American Legion Announces Fourth Oratorical Contest Since potential orators will be interested in entering the American Legion's fourth annual national oratorical contest this year, the Trib takes this occasion to give ad- vanced notic of its rules and regula- tions so that they won't be ham- pered by a late start. All local, state, and regional con- tests must be completed and the winners ready for the national finals in the spring. The contestants, high school stu- dents only, will talk upon the sub- ject chosen by the department com- mittee, which will be some phase of history or civics. In the national contest the same oration will be given, and in ad- dition an extemporaneous talk on some phase of the constitution. The prepared oration must be 10 to 12 minutes in durationg the extempor- aneous, four to six. During the contest judges will separately score the contestants, and at the conclusion one winner will be chosen. The contestant scoring highest in the national finals will be awarded a scholar- ship and an engraved wrist watch. Each runner-up in the finals will receive an engraved wrist watch. Boo!!! Have you ever been scnred?? Do you know the thrill of the unexpected's happening? Re- member the chills playing tag on your backbone? Well, prepare .... The unexpected has happened. Zoundn! the dutfiest, zaniest, vam- plrlsh Zombie edition of the Trib will appear on Halloween to cele- brute the latest skeleton In Taft's closet, 'fthe Spooks Stomp, which will open the Friday evening social center at Taft. Alumni Induct '41 Grads Tonight June '41 grads will be inducted into the Alumni association to- night at the Norwood fieldhouse. Future plans of the alumni in- clude the Homecoming game with Schurz October 24 at Hanson field, a dinner the following day, and the annual election of officers early in November. Of the June graduates, 66 have gone on to college. Thirty-one have enrolled at Wright, five at North Park, five at Maine Township, four at Lake Forest, and two at each of the following: University of Illi- nois, University of Chicago, and Armour Institute. Illinois Normal Teachers' College, Notre Dame, Illinois Institute of Technology, Knox, St. Mary's, Ri- pon, Carroll, Wisconsin, and St. Olaf in Minnesota have one repre- sentative each from Taft. October 3 Public Schoo To Operate C Radio Statioi Pioneer again in the field cation, the Chicago public early in 1942 will begin 01 their own frequency mol radio station, WBEZ, at Builders' building, 228 N. l Street, the Board of Et headquarters. WBEZ will be operated radio council of the boarc now maintains three studio: Builders' building for broat educational programs to the through commercial station 21 Programs Now on All of the 21 programs bl weekly during the last ye. been non-commercial, howew those to be put on the air 1 new station will be witho mercial backing. The FM station will makt sible to broadcast programs schools from 8 a. m. to I Eventually a direct wire wi stalled in Supt. Wm. H. Jc office so that he may broadc letins to the entire student At present radio schedull conform to those of the commercial stations whose ties are employed. Independence Guaranw There are times when a program might be appr but the council has been ui get on the air because th time has been paid for by vertiser. Now complete l dence will be guaranteed. Doctor Johnson cannot in percent participation in th project because each schou purchase its receiving sets. It is hoped that donatioi graduating classes, PTA grr special funds raised by the s will defray the cost of thi: ment. School Now Safe From Explosions Would-be chemists can nc blow up the school. Since t pletion of the acid vault in 1 of the school, Taft is anol plosion-proof school. According to regulations by the city council severa ago, all inflammable materi chemicals must be stored the building. The vault i: 10 feet square with the e in the court. Only inflammable acids a ed in the vault: the rest a in the building. A small st the inflammable acids are building for daily use. ber 3, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 11 ike' Presents :grams to Fit riable Tastes By Olive Horst lharmonic Opens Season ic is an escape and a comfort se troubled times, and the trmonic Symphony Sunday oon broadcasts Q2 p. m. over ID can act as an antidote at depression and pessimism. broadcast over the CBS coast- st network is scheduled for a ek period during the winter 1. hundred artists directed by famous conductors and as- by renowned soloists will 'm the works of the masters. Bob Hope Returns - Hope, radio's funny man, re- i to the air lanes last Tues- vening Q9 p. m. over WMAQJ his previous cast: Jerry Co- Skinny Ennis and the bandg .x Rits and a Miss, song teamg new addition, Frances Lang- iandling the feminine vocal. Visit Defense Plants ekly visits to the defense s throughout the United s held every Tuesday at 9:15 on WGN will further know- of the plans carried out for rving liberty. ional problems including thing from farmers to de- are discussed every Sunday Q. m. over WMAQ by the Uni- Ly of Chicago Round Table. flish Classes Enjby Classics Orson Welles ording to Miss Mabel Berquist, of the English department, have just decided upon a new Jd of teaching the pupils of 'ty dollars worth of new :graph records have been pur- d by the department to illus- to the students just how the us dramas took place and to ' to their minds a more start- visualization of literature. long the recordings to be found :he collection are Maurice 's immortal Hamlet, Orson L' Julius Caesar, Raymond ey's Abe Lincoln in Illinois many records of poetry. s money to purchase this col- in of famous works was ed by the English department ,gh the sale of spelling lists semester. 390 New Books Added to Library Since September Although 390 new books have al- ready been added to the library shelves since September 2, Miss Vuir- ginia Barrett, head librarian, ex- pects to average 75 more per week during the future. A special notice to careers clas- ses is that Country Lawyer by Partridge, last year's best seller, is among the additions. Boys rlnterested in aeronautics should read I Want Wings by Lay, a biography of an aviator. To keep step with the Latin American events arrives the book entitled South American Primer by Carr. New Books for Faculty Also added is a fine selection of books for the teachers' portion of the library. This includes You Go Your Way by Katharine Brushg Low Man on a Totem Pole by H. Alan Smithg The Keys of the Kingdom by Croning Berlin Di- ary by Shirerg and The Sun Is My Undoing by Stein. Again Miss Barrett reminds her habitue that all personal books dn- cluding zipper notebooks should not be brought into the library. The middle door is used for entrance only and the south for exit. Preparedness Advised To facilitate matters, students are asked to have their library cards out and books open for the students assistants to check as they make their exit. A fee of 10 cents will be charged for a lost library card unless the student wishes to wait 30 days after reporting his loss. Cards and library lessons will be given to the 1A's and 1B's soon. Assisting the librarian this year is Miss Evelyn Cromwell. Taft Radio Team Vies with Hirsch Young America Answers will feature the Taft radio team in com- petition with Hirsch high school Saturday, October 11, over station WBBM. Team members are Norman Es- serman, Meredith Granger, Bruce Kelso, Carol Thormahlen, and Wil- liam Vlasak-all 4B's. Mr. Ken- neth Osbon, sponsor of the team, selected them by giving tryouts to eligible students in the auditorium over the loud speaker system. Ques- tions on sports, politics, and social sciences were rapidly thrust at them as will be done onthe actual program. Winner of the contest will be awarded a prize. Several hundred tickets for the broadcast are available. Honor Society ominates Gasoline G' ringos Betray Readers With GasBuggy By Norman Esserman Donald and Art Grindle, those gay, gasoline gauchos, are betray- ers! Did they go to California Lin a Model T , with Venetian blinds? No! The double crossers went in a 'snazzy six-cylinder Ford with radio and heater. fSee Taft Trib, June 20.3 Instead of 50 dollars and a com- pass, the sissies were equipped with white walled tires and a fog laight. Going the southern route, these Nights of the Road Cno errorl decided to save money by sleeping outside. Everything was fine until they hit the desert. Don reports that driving on and on in that sizzling waste land made him wish for the blessed coolness of room 112. When the sun went down, they dragged their cots to the side of a New Mexican road. Wrapping them- selves in a sheet they drifted into slumberland. Snuggle Pups? As the wee hours of the morning drew closer, so did our heroes. By 4 a. m. the sheets were wrapped tightly around them. Mumbling soemthing about icebergs at night and purgatory during day, they put their cots in the car and went on. When Horace Greeley hinted that one should go West, he didn't ex- pect anything like this. Arriving in Alhambra Heights at 12:30 a. m., they fell up two flights of stairs, pushed their startled brother Bill out of his bed onto the floor, and collapsed. Yippeel Hollywood And then Hollywood, that mag- ical name-a place where the blon- des are so bright that the layman has to wear sun-glasses-girls in slacks, girls in shorts, girls in dresses everywhere, and just girls, girls! After remarking that he liked Chicago weather much better than that of the far West, Don reports that the chamber of commerce la- ments could be heard for blocks. As if it were punishment for say- ing such a thing about any Cali- fornia institution, a native son rammed a car driven by Bill so that 12 people had to pile into Art's gas buggy. Insurance took care of the wreck- ed car, but Art's springs may never be the same. Several Candidates p Selected for Each Cfiicial Position Nominated for the presidency o the Taft Honor society last Mon day are the following.: Marylil Fischer, Joan Shaw, Lee Brink worth, Maryalice Youmans, Reber Smith, and Leila Anderson. Elaine Anderson, Lois Mau Elaine Olson, Harriet Grund, am Cha1'lotte Frank are the candidate for vice-presidency. . Those for secretaryship are Irma Mae Bone, Evelyn Sievers, and Ma rion Collins while those for treaf urer are Robert Dyni, Lillian Mt rek, and Doris Zonsius. Miss Martha Hinkel, sponsor, eu phasizes that freshmen should be gin making the honor roll righ now. If the 1B should fail to mee the honor roll requirements, the' the privilege of belonging to the sl ciety will not be offered again unti his 3A semester. 1B's up to 3A's must actuall earn 19 points each term. Hov ever, in 3A and after, an average c 18 points for all the semesters i high school is the only requiremen -that is, grades may vary, on time getting less and another earl ing more, but'all these must ave' age 18 points. Freshmen are urged to utiliz study periods so that they ca join the club in their 1A semeste It is not only the fun involved, bi the honor and glory one claim when he can proudly state that I is a member of the Honor societj For minors a G earns or pointy an E , two: and an S three. With majors double tl number of points given for minor Today, October 3, during lon division, the 1A's who have earne 18 or more points will receive the' bronze pins. They must bring cours books and 35 cents. Players Plan Plays is in store f4 Taft's Proscenium players, sponso McConvi11e.' l of the semeste A busy season ed by Mrs. Vera the first meeting September 23, the group decided 1 present three plays. One of these to be a paid performance. Two plays are scheduled for a semblies: a careers play to l presented for the Careers day a sembly and a Christmas day asser bly for the annual Christmas a sembly. As yet leads in the plays hai not been chosen, but tryouts an being held. All those interests should make an appointment wit Mrs. McConville immediatelm 'age 12 Taft Tribune October 3, Courtesy Rules at Taft Do you ride a bicycle? Don't think this doesn't mean you if you Jzne to school by some other method of transportation. Indirectly, it ffects every member of Taft high school. In two years Taft has made such strides that it is gaining recognition ll over the city. Don't you want it to be the best high school in Chicago? Lecognized as best not only by its own students, but by everyone? Then . is everyone's obligation and satisfaction also to help improve condi- ons at school. The first suggestion applies to boys and girls who park their bicycles 1 the court. You are outdoors, and a very big outdoors it seems around aft high school. You are happy and noisy and you do not realize that our noise disturbs classes. If you will stop to think, you will remem- er how unpleasant some of your own classes are because of that noise utside. Thoughtfulness until you leave the school grounds is all that : needed, but to help you, here are a few guides: ' 1. Speak in low tones. 2. Do not whistle. 3. Do not sing. 4. Do not sound horns. 5. Do not ride around the court. not loiter in the court. 6. Do 7. Leave as soon as possible. How does this affect those who do not ride bicycles? You too are dis- irbed in your classes by thoughtless conductg you have the high repu- ition of Taft to protect. What can you do? Remind noisy students in a Jurteous way. Upper classmen can be especially helpful in this. All you eed to say is: We don't do that at Taft. President Promotes School Forums In order to build civilian morale, soundly based on understanding of ie problems arising from the world crisis, the President has requested ederal Security Administrator Paul V. McNutt to develop and inaugurate nation-wide program of public discussion. He urged that the program 3 organized by the United States Office of Education with the coopera- on of colleges and public school systems. The genius of American democracy, the President stated in a let er to Mr. McNutt, is expressed in the traditional independence and 'eedom of our State and local schools and school systems. Their freedom 3 action for educational purposes must be preserved. It is upon that 'eedom that we hopefully depend for assurance that the judgments of Jr people will be soundly based. The President also referred to the beneficial results of the forums 1d study-discussion groups developed since 1935 through the Federal orum Project of the Office of Education. Now, under the impact of the efense emergency, wrote the President, I am convinced that it is more nportant than ever that the people be encouraged freely to assemble to iscuss their common problems. Indeed, as I have said, this is one E the freedoms that we are determined to defend. Both the President and Mr. McNutt emphasized the great value of lucational forums and public discussion which have been promoted uring the past six years by the United States Office of Education. The iministrator expressed special interest in the recognition of public dis- lssion as a means of building civilian morale. Good morale, said Mr. McNutt, is as important to defense as guns 1d planes. Morale in a democracy is unity of purpose based on common nderstanding. That kind of morale thrives on free and full discussion. he responsibility of promoting democratic discussion falls on our tra- ltional institutions which we have set up for enlightenment-our col- 'ges and schools. I am sure that our institutions of learning will respond holeheartedly to the request of the President of the United States. Mr. McNutt announced that he was calling on the United States Com- issioner of Education, John W. Studebaker, to take immediate steps to iapt the experience and organization of the office of Education in ,unching the program purposed by the President. Super Snooper: Ruse Private Lives Of 'Coedutantes' By Shirley Kaage Timely Tips: Swede Anderson, 4B, made quite a sensation at the Taft-Lane game when, while carrying a various as- sortment of candy, ice-cream bars, and 'coke,' he fell flat on his face and besnieared the atmosphere. To Mr. Kenneth Osbon, social science expert, is attributed the fol- lowing: A freshman knows not, A sophomore knows not, but knows not that he knows notg A junior knows, but knows not that he knows: A senior knows and knows that he knows CGee, professor, just like psychology.J 'Tis Rumoured: Richard Lewis, 4A, sent Miss Cleo Lopate, history teacher, a postal card from Milwaukee stating that he enjoyed an educational day at a. brewery. Harry Althamar, 4B, caused quite a stir when he gave out the follow- ing: Mithter Othbon, could yewth waith thill I gith my new teef be- fore I givth my talk? Stairway to the Stars might well have been the theme of Mr. Saul Farber's first period gym class when Bernard Dabbert, 4A, af- forded amusement by suspending Friend Dick Lewis on the ringers about five feet from the ceiling. Jay Morgan, IB, may be heard any morning reciting her locker combination from memory before putting in a gruelling five minutes trying to get it to work. Thought for the Day: Couldn't the surge of pupils that are found every day running to school after the tardy bell be ap- propriately titled The Charge of the Late Brigade? Oooops, sorry! We Give You: Joseph CSmellyj Ihittum, candi- date for the title of Champeen Football Player of Consolidated Schools, Inc. Smelly, besides being an angel at home, a joy to his teachers, and a dope to his friends, has recently been admitted to the WSOW club. tWe Shave Once a Week for those uninformed! Smelly, with supreme indiffer- ence frowns upon all members of the oposite sex, his only indulgence to date being the tripping of a girl in the hall and the borrowing of a pencil in algebra class. Fine, upstanding Cwhen all chairs are takenj, modest-his chest expansion is a mere four inches per game. He stands a symbol of clear-eyed innocence, moral fortitude, dirty socks, and a love for the game. Any resemblance to any football player dead or alive is purely in- tentional-we doubt it. In the uak of the New: 1-. By Bill Bessemer - Us Moderns: There is a man in Arkansa has no arms or legs, and s1 drives a car daily. Think n of it, friend: I dodge driver seemingly have no arms, legs or brains. --10th Period Question of the Week: What do straw vote takers tween elections? -Danny Call For Mr. Osbonz Libery magazine inforr that if it had not been for Wa ton, Lincoln would have h country to save. Yes, sir, an it not been for Lincon, Wash would be the father of twins -Blawck: 'n J Tsk, Tsk, Tsk: Eastern stylists inform u: because of defense priorities, 1 will be wearing red, white blue knee-length hose, and th dressed male of next summe be attired in patriotic c shorts. If this is so, I'll go ge guy they call Hitler myself. -f Dumbell Pome: Stone walls do not a prison Nor iron bars a cageg Boy, Sing-Sing is a cinch directed study. --Arm Nonyw I Ain't Talkin', Says He- The worm turns at last. T1 strolled past a. hall guard ani Whatcha say if I walk arou' a. while without a pass? I ain't sayin' a word, gi heg if I did, it'd be in the 'K next week. How Silly: Our parents must have been ducks. When they danced, used only their feet. -Ht Contrib: Audrey Mack, ZA English s' of Miss Jane Carleton, presen following as youth's answer ' Flanders Field. We the leaders of tomorrow Shall endeavor just as thee To hold high the torch of frei And love life and ilberty. And though you lie in Flande Far across the ocean wide, The faith that you have givei Has drifted with the tide. In its spread from sea to occ It has reached its soaring l And never will it die again For God will hold it tight. To you we give this promise, Of liberty and love, And hope that God in heavel Will hear us from above. er 3, 1941 if the Beam By Pat Dolan 1sTo Me all tickets should be made t size . . . people who can onfetti and get that spiral are magicians . . . they serve free lemons to keep c rooters from getting . . beach umbrellas would 1 handy at the games to f freckles . . . Cowbells are a cow, but when rung con- in one's earf ?!!- . . . 'ers lead a hard life. I won- hey say, Step to the rear ms in their sleep. Le 0ut To The Ball Game you ever analyzed the spec- tt a football game? They fall into four classes. First s the bundle of energy embers of this order are the of enthusiasm and have if team spirit. main weapons are long fea- x their caps, which get in ruth when thy jump up and The more radical one likes h the hats of the innocent ers Cor by-sittersj when ts excited. sery! I haven't had a thing to eat 'eakfast class can be found ' football game. This group's :sire in life is food. It will ny end to secure a hot dog rks itself into a frenzy if id-Humor man fails to hear vers of this class will wait ery one is seated and packed sardines before they'll de- ey're thirsty. they squeeze their way the rows, they usually get ight in front of you while at exciting play of the game 5 on. lmusin' Than Confusin' a number of girls belong to 'Beautiful but Dumb ' class comes to football. They are cute little items who de- 1 bursting out with things Vhy are they all piling on the ball? Did he do some- vrong? They come dressed latest fall fashions and ex- l the lads to swoon at the f them, as they scintillate, Et's supermen remain unaf- tnishing American ie fourth class belong the gent Looker-Onersf' These ,onishing individualsg they ' know what the game is type is extremely annoyed the aforementioned classes. Jrite pastime is making fun more ignorant spectators, lly the beautiful-but-dumb Taft Tribune Page 13 'Your Pet Radio p,0gmm,D1Req,,e,t, The Girl of the Month Inguiring Reporter By Donald Johnson The inquiring reporter asks this week, What is your favorite radio program and why? Ruth Gablitz, 1B, says, My fav- orite program is the Hit Parade because I like to listen to popular songs. Ray Howland, IB, pondering a moment, finally states that Henry Aldridge is the prog1'am that most interests him because Henry re- minds him so much of his older brother. Baseball games seem to intrigue Bob Grabowski, 2B, for he states, I listen to the ball games because I like the sport as a whole. To scan the dial and find the news, then to go on to Kay Kyser, is what June Yeaman, 2A, thinks is the best way to spend her time listening to the radio. Bill Leighton, 3A, is interested in the popular slant of Make-believe Danceland to see if he still is up to date, but Phillip Planishek, 2A, likes the fast moving western sto- ries of the Lone Ranger. Frances Krone, 3B, also listens to Kay Kyser, but she likes the Way he jumps around on the stage. Richard Parigini, 4B, says that he likes to listen to the strange ex- periences of other peopleg so he listens to We the People. Stella Dallas is my favorite pro- gram, because of the love interest, exclaimed Bill Lessmann, 4A. - Eagle Squawks Grammar in Demand Although there are many super clubs at Taft, how about someone's starting a grammar club? Many students, like myself, are probably in the dark about predicate ad- jectives and hanging participles, but are afraid to admit it. Grammar-minded Cheerers Wanted! In order to make Taft outstand- ing at football games, why don't some students start a regular cheer- ing section? Attendance would have to be guaranteed. A block of students could do different yells by forming letters of the alphabet with paper squares. M. T. Technicolor sound movies of the activity going forward in the defense program operated by the Chicago public schools will be shown at an assembly next Wednesday the second period by courtesy of Mr. Lee Robins, on leave from Taft. Mr. Robins, now acting as head of the downtown office of visual education, took the mo- vies. Or sponsor strikes back are the words of Prin. L. A. Hoefer, as he selects Lorraine Risavy for girl 1 of the month because of her noble work in independently editing the Tr'ib's first issue of the year. The corrugated brow of the new editor-in-chief, as shown in the ac- companying candid photo of her at work, is not one of her permanent features. Assumed or otherwise, that harried school-marmish look may have been the element that brought her 100 percent co-opera- tion from her colleagues on the staff. Every day as late as the twelfth period Lorraine toiled away like Tillie so that eventually from tow- ers of scribbled reports emerged the first edition of Volume five. Dervish-like she whirled between the pile of proof-reading she car- ried home each night, her home- work, and her job as a dentist's receptionist. Altruistically she sacrificed hel sporting interests-tennis, swim- ming, and pingpong-for her pu- blic. One of the Taft founders, Lor- raine came from Steinmetz as a 2B when Taft opened. An honor student, she is not yet sure which career will claim her-journalism. dentistry, or stenography. Staff note: Full apologies are hereby offered to Lorraine for the publication of a picture which re- sembles her only in a harried mo- ment. Since the school ought to be familiar with the real face of the editor-in-chief of its paper, the Trib will in an early issue publish a photograph that will do justice to Lorraine's true beauty. The Trilvune Presents M its Bea ver With the rhythm of the typewriter keys in her ears, Miss Mabel Beaver works on industriously, oblivious of the noisy click. Miss Beaver was born in Northbrook, Illinois, and after receiving her diploma from the Jefferson high school in Chicago, she went on to North- western university where she received her Bach- elor of Arts degree, majoring in history. Her career as a teacher began at the Harvey elementary school where she taught seventh gradeg she then transferred to the Fulton high ,school in Fulton, Illinois, where she taught his- tory and English. Receiving an offer as a stenography teacher, Miss Beaver went to the Morton high school in Cicero, where she taught first Munson and then Gregg shorthand. Austin high was her next move. Later she transferred to Schurz and finally to Taft. If Miss Beaver had had her way as a youngster, Taft would now be minus one shorthand teacher, for she had aspiration toward a musical career. have liked At present Heading I never wanted to be an opera star, she assured, but I would to do the vocal work at a church or similiar organiationf' she does belong to a church choir. her list of hobbies are gardening and music. She enjoys walking and traveling and was very fond of driving until an accident last autumn somewhat dimmed her enthusiasm. Wreckless drivers and people who tear paper into tiny bits and scatter them throughout the school building are her pet peeves. Besildes teaching shorthand and typing, Miss Beaver is sponsor of the Alpha Tri Hi Y. EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, LORRAINE RISAVY. staff, Henry B.-In-r. Bill Besse- nter. Bill Bessemer. Mary Boarini. Frank Bostwick. Doris Carlson, Audrey Dietz, Put Dolan, Wilma Dubs. Norman Esserman, Nancy Gray, Mabel I-leen, 0l-ive Horst, Don Johnson, Loi Johnson, Shirley Kaage Stanley Loran. Jean Lutz. Put Peterson. Robert Smith, Nm-mn vires.. ' 5 E 3 S Jer 3, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 15 rain. Brafwn. Gridders pile up at thc line as Lane tries to go through center. zbler receives ball on kickoff and runs ball 20 yards into Indian '11. 3. Left to right, Coach Joe Kupcinet gives Byrdy and Kleszew- al instructions before returning them to fieldg Basketball-coach ne on! Seven Rahs for Kupcinet! Good and Loud! amber a certain sports writer of Chicago's leading papers ed last year on the spirit frformance of the fighting ' Taft? He also predicted a g team in the near future. was in scoring position a ' of times in their first game season. Senn, the team that Taft its only bad defeat of ason, barely won this sea- ame. the biggest high school in n and a boy's school at that, l a bad start in being held is for one-half of the game en won by only one touch- is in the pudding: so the goes. Well, here is the proof: is definitely improved since 1 season of competition and for revenge. eware, mighty warrior of tanch Viking of Amundsen, bulldog of Schurz: the Taft s hungry for prey! Coach Joe Kupcinet's blood and sweat have made possible the boys' unique showing. To teach them the art of football in half the time other schools take, he has had to use new, revolutionary methods and has willingly toiled from dawn till dark. Every week Coach Kupcinet ap- points a new captain for the one game only. Thus, he goads the pig- skin toters to inspired activity, for the best acting captain will have the honor of being selected the official one. Ray Zjawinski and Harry Alt- hamar headed the team at the Senn and lane games respectivelyg Henry Vandenburgh will lead at the Sullivan melee tomorrow. Football devotees should not be surprised if Taft has an all-city team within a year or two-as a member of the squad said as he looked out over the athletic field, All this and Kupcinet too . . . Saul Farber in background listens in. 4. Benclusitters are gripped by desire to get into gridiron picture with 5. and 6. as visions of their dolorous fate if they do. 7. Tussle pitches onlookers into various facial! expressions. It's Eleven Up When It Comes to the Hucldle, But All These Participate at One Time or Another 1. James Jim Mein ....,.......,... 150 2. Norman Fizz Janis ,.,......... 146 3. Warren Dirty Dritlein .... 157 4. Norbert Boots Mossong ,... 145 5. Ray Frosty Zjawinski ...... 155 6. Marion Mike Kleczewski..175 7. James Jim Daniels .......... 175 8. Julian Birdboy Byrdy ...... 135 10. Felix Bananas Mataresse..162 11. Nick Trigger Tragos ,..,..., 160 12. Dick Dynamite Doebbler..140 13. Richard Parrie Parigini..165 14. George Gillie Gillenbach..160 15. Don Betts Peddler ............ 160 16. Bill Ling Lingenfelder .... 158 17. Henry Vandy Vandenberg 165 18. James Sred Srednicke ...... 182 19. William t'Bill Anders ........ 175 20. Marvin Izzy Isberner ........ 170 21. Raymond Ray Hilgenberg 155 22. Carl The Terrible English 155 23. Harry Tanko Althamar .... 180 24. Art Fat Boy Wagner .,...... 220 25. Wright Pete Peterson ...... 172 26. Richard Dick Sopocko.. H160 27. Jack Whitey Congdon ..., 155.,.. 27. Robert Bob Miller ,,,,,,,,,,., 150 29. Joe Gorilla Angorola ..,,.,,, 165 30. Leonard Swede Anderson 162 31. Fred Fearnot Fassnaeht..190.... 32. Lawrence Larry Goda ,..... 150 .... 33. Clarence Lefty Johnson .... 165 .... 34. Vernon Dutch Holland ..,, 150 35. George Killer Killoren ....,, 175.... 36. Robert Bob Suvada ,,....,.,,,, 17511 C. Howard Howie Schalk ,,,,..,. 185.... U. Paul Ken Kendrick ......,....... 160... B. Jack Red Kapfhammer ,....... 145....E .,..,Uncorker of bullet-like passes Fleet-foot Hard charger Reliable punter Powerhouse Jack of all trades Deadly tackler Speed king Charging back Hard blocker Defensive player Brainy quarter ..................Quick actor ............Cool-headed seer ........Pugnacious pugilist ...............Jack of all trades ........ Excellent pass receiver Hard tackle Level-head Line plunger Opponents' threat Powerhouse Brawny toter Air taker Pep prep star Ball-carrier Shifty shifter Flyer through the uprights G ...... ............................. H ard blocker Deadly tackle Heroic lunger Top-flighter Hog-wild offenser Defensive player . ............... Fleet-foot Subtle runner Heavy duty boy Blitzkrieg Page 16 Taft Tribune In the Girls' Loclzer Room By Bereen and Heen Sink or swim is the motto of Miss Fridelle Newberger's new swimming class which meets first period every Thursday and is open to anyone who likes the water. Business plus Pleasure Here After riding with the Saddle and Cycle club for the first time, new members reported that it was but fun, even though they were a bit muscle-bound the next day. An inside ring will be available on rainy days at the stables so that riders needn't lose practice because of the weatherman. At a business meeting these horseback officers were elected: Marge Bush, presidentg Helen Swanson, vice-presidentg Wanda Fisher, secretary: Betty Winkle- haus, treasurer. Kicking Gains Popularity Suitable to the fall kickin ' spirit, soccer has been chosen by the physical education teachers as this semester's game. Each semes- ter a different game is taught to the girls with all eyes ahead for the intramural tournaments. If all goes well, the outdoor soc- cer field will be used. G. A. A. Member? The fall membership drive has been on for the last two weeks, and last minuters had better hurry to join before it is too late. Ten Divisions Maize 540' on First Issue , Laurels go to the following bus- iness managers for selling 40 copies of the Trib: Gloria Giacomo, 3A, 306 Lascher Helen Geurnesy, 4B, 208, Carleton Lorraine Jachim, 4B, 201, Holmes Elaine Liss, 3A, 105, Fink Anna McDonald,, 2A, 301, Lino Arthur Osten, 4B, 107, Kiley Evelyn Schneider, 4A, 311, Devenish Jean Siegler, 3A, 209, McCuaig Lois Swanson, 4B, 217, Lewis The only afternoon division ma- nager to hit the mark was Helen Greshammer, 1A, 311, Dwyer. Agnes McAvoy Honored Freshman though she is, Agnes McEvoy is already president of the American Legion Junior Auxiliary of the Edison Park post. ' Her mother. Mrs. Loretta Mc- Evoy, clerk in room 114, is vice- president of the Senior Auxiliary of the fame post. Both have been ac- tively engaged in this organization for several years. de to a Football Hero By Shirley Meltzer Giant, hero, soldier brave, Shoulders steady, features grave- Unto you our hopes we launch- Hero sturdy, strong, and staunch! Kicking, blocking, passing, running, Plays that call for Lrawn and cun- ning, Determination in yours eyes- Hero sturdy, brave and wise! Noses broken while in action Only add to your attraction. Opposing teams seem cruel, outrag- eous- Hero sturdy and courageous. Off the field, after the game, Casanova's put to shame. Sure as when the line you're crash- ing, You're a hero-bold and dashing! Crowds may laud you, cheering loudly, School spirit upholding proudly, But this, before the last amen, Immortal hero-we knew you when. Tomm Taftite Struts His Stuff By Monsieur Robert Smith Standards such as white and brown shoes, saddle or otherwise, fingertip coats, blue slacks, and multi-colored loafer coats are still to be seen on the campus. As winter approaches, summer sport shoes will gradually be re- placed by heavy brogues in medium or chocolate brown. To set off this somber footgear, hose manufactur- ers are going to town with such styling as pebble grain, the ever popular stripes, and light shades of solid colors. Pin Stripes Popular In the trouser line solid blues and browns with pin stripe or sim- ple pattern are still fashionable, but rough tweeds or gray flannels are really out in front in popularity. For dress the three-buttoned, sin- gle-breasted suit is the most pop- ular. Extra special events call for a double-breasted blue in herring- bone or chevron pattern. For school wear plaid flannel shirts are popular. For dress white, solid blue, brown, and blocked ef- fects are most widely' worn. Belts Invite Luxury Tax Belts and suspenders have sprung out in glass with gold plated buck- les on the belts and gold plated metal parts on the suspenders. New- est thing in belts is a tooled leather number with western styling and silver buckle. Gabardine and corduroy have been put to use in the manufacture of fingertip coats many of which are rainproof. HELP WANTED Boys to Work In Visual Education Department See Mr. Charles Buell in room 101 first nine periods. Service points awarded. - Fascinating work. Learn how to operate movie cameras. Offers opportunity to become acquainted with latest educatio- nal films. Membership Drive Begun by Local Red Cross Society They are at it again. The Taft American Red Cross Society is ready to look at your cuts, calmly watch the blood, and without z quiver bandage the wound. Miss C. Kallman will return this semester to give a first aid course in home nursing the sixth and sev- enth periods. After this training is completed, the students will receive certificates for the course. We plan to make the drive 100 per cent in every division room, stated Miss Donna McGuire, sponsor of the club. She added, Lois Mil- ler, 4B, and Lucille Igimpflin, 4A, will represent Taft at the downtown council meetings Saturiiay morn- ings. ' ' Boys interested inmedical work who would like to represent Taft at the downtown meetings are asked to see Miss McGuire any day the fourth period. Taftites Welcome Two New Profs Confusion now reigns supreme since Mr. Jack J. Rapper has ar- rived to replace Mr. Saul Farber in the physical education department. Mr. Jack Rapier of the music de- partment has welcomed the new- comer as tenderly as possible under the circumstances. Another addition to the faculty is Miss Maud Nelson from Tuley who will help take care of the his- torically minded. - Art Experts Given Awards To stimulate their artistic abil- ity, the Art Institute has awarded four Dudley Crafts Watson scholar- ships to Henry Bieber, Carol Choitz, Bob McGrath, and June Mosgaard. The scholarship consists of 12 free lectures at the end of which time opportunity for renewal will be offered. October In the Taft Club R Have you had a semeste of Latin? If so, good f awaiting you in the Latin ginning today meetings held every other Friday d long a. m. division in roi Mrs. Rhea Lewis, sp- hoping for a big turn-oi meeting today. Fencers To Compet In spite of the fact th: five or six are beginner Fencing club, Mr. Ruben, has high hopes for this tion's entering competii spring. Till further notice will meet Thursdays nin for the purpose of instru testing only. Entrance into comlleti depend upon the amount C ual practice done at hom The school is atternpti cure its own equipment. in the meantime, students to procure their own appa fencing outfit, vouches M may be purchased for le: good racquet-four or five Wilma Dubs to Lead Ser Allowing two offices to by 4B's and likewise tw occupied by 4A's, the Sen club held their election, day, September 24. The new officers are: Dubs, presidentg Jean Cu presidentg Dorothy Wekli retaryg and Norma Tess, A party to welcome the lowed the business meeti selections by Joan Sha Haaze, Lorraine Peterson, ty McQuilkin entertained i Taffy apples gave the pei Business Guild Meets The Business Guild, u sponsorship of Mr. Max Y will meet today during period in room 207. All i are welcome if they have that period. Election 01 will take place. Orchestra Holds Ele Concert orchestra office ed last Friday, are: Edwz presidentg Mike Powalacl ores Strom, secretaryg Ro kau, property many 1 Schneider, student directo Senior Boys Hold Ele With Henry Vanden! Howard Behm, president president in charge, tl boys' club elected Fred I secretary, Richard Lew urer, and Robert Croston, at-arms last Monday in rl Beaton Replaces D Jean Beaton,, 4B, wa: secretary of the Alpha T its first official meetin year. .11-1 PUUKS DRESS ooks Special Nlext Issue aft Tribu Story on Page 18 No Increase In Price No. 3 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois October 17, 1941- Things msiclered New Personalities new teachers have arrived: Helen Leitenstorfer from Park for the English de- nt and Mrs. Beulah Ockerby lanley for the home arts and matics departments. Jane Wiedel, formerly of hurz office department, ar- Tuesday to replace Miss Pat- lickey as school secretary. Publicity for Taft may expect publicity in olitan newspapers shortly, s. Lorraine Keating of the chool publicity department Taft last week to inquire Lctivities here. radio duel between the Taft irsch radio teams has been led to Saturday, November 3:30 over WBBM. ptball Game Tomorrow Taft Eagles will play the sen Vikings tomorrow at 1 field at 12 noon. Alumni officers review homecoming plans on occasion of meeting held October 3 to induct June '41 graduates. Left to right, rera row: Bob Schaefer, president June '41, mem- ber of alumni football committeeg Dorothy Elrich, June '40, social committeeg Irma Keil, June '40, football committeeg Norbert Smo- linski, June '40, football committee. Front row: Mary Neiman, June '40, recording secretary, Mrs. Mary Farrell, faculty sponsorg Frank Zemaitis, June '40, presidentg Aline Neiman, June '40, vice-presidentg Ruthjayne Aeberly, June '41, football committee. Their next business meeting will be held sometime in December, at which time they will hold the annual election of officers. ARE S IGHT M .J Schurz Bout nites Grads By Nancy Gray Back to the fold come the Taft alumni to spur the Eagle team to victory with the advent of the first Homecoming game between Schurz and Taft Saturday, October 25, a.t 2:30 p. m. The gridiron will be at Hanson Park on Central and Ful- lerton avenues. Ceremony at Half The Homecoming ceremony will be held at the half when Mr. John Rapiter and the band will set off the fireworks with a fanfare. Principal L. A. Hoefer will deliver a greeting to the alums and pre- sent Taftites and introduce Frank Zemaitis, president of the Alumni association. Presidents to Rise Zemaitis will in turn introduce the presidents of the three Taft graduating classes, who will ask their respective classes to rise. Ar- thur Aerts, February '41, will lead the throng in the Taft victory march after which the cheerleaders will give out with rousing rahs'! fflontinued on page 19, col. 35 Story on Page 19 Page 18 Taft Tribune October 15 Robins Flies Back To Taft with Self Produced Defense Movies Under Wing Mr Lee Robins, former visual education teacher, now taking mo- vies for the Board of Education, honored T af t last Wednes- day by show- ing at an as- sembly the sec- ond period a t e c h n i c o lor sound m 0 v i e which he had produced c o n- cerning natio- nal defense in Chicago public schools. Among the schools pictured that have been ac- tive in a free training school move- ment for national defense are Aus- tin, Crane, Englewood, Harrison, Lane, Lindblom, Phillips, Schurz. Tilden, Chicago Vocational School, and Washburne. Mr. Robins Aid in Training, Refreshing These free courses, which were organized in July, 1940, have been both training novices in the ma- chine industry and refreshing skilled men who have been out of work or on W. P. A. Thoroughly trained instructors teach these men fundamentals and specific knowledge about airplane building, drilling, welding, wood- work, toolmaking, and various other phases of machine work. Purpose National Defense The purpose of these schools is to fit men to fill jobs which are or will be available with the open- ing of the new factories built to speed national defense. An invitation is open to all young men of work age to attend these training schools. Further in- formation may be obtained from the principals of the aforemen- tioned schools. Spookily Yours Got it!! Get it!? If you are on lnnd, on sen, in the air! Modern de- jlve makes the difference- Yes, it's lon2.'er and swingler-20 percent more fun than a barrell of freshies. It you hnven't one yet, go, while the supply lasts, to your neighbor- hood business msumger and get, not one. but three or four tickets to the Spooks Stomp. The Stomp hns everything. the jive. the waltz, and the liberty hop. Included in the admission, n dime, 10 cents. one tenth of n dollar, ls a chance on that new 1942 fully equipped off the showroom floor, Encore V S, 'together with a two- month supply of cut slips. Also rnn: an orchestra, William Jenning' Bryan. Waller, and Landon. Pardon pleases for the drippy rav- ings. hut a spook was just seen reading' the ghost copy of the Taft 'l'rib's Hallowe'en special issue. Meet the Senior Boys, Girls Heading the Senior Boys' club for the coming semester as a result of the election held last Monday are, left to right: Henry Vanden- berg, presidentg Howard Behm, vice-presidentg Fred Fassnacht, secretary, Bob Croston, sergeant-at-arms. Richard Lewis, treasurer, is not pictured. ames Downing Heads Council James Downing, 3A, will preside over the Student Council for this semester as a result of the election held October 6. In a close race he nosed out Pat Dolan, 4B, and Nan- cy Gray, 4A, opposing candidates. Nancy defeated George Crist, 4A, for the vice-presidency. The secretarial contest between Charlotte Frank, 4B, and Carl Eng- lish, 3A, will take place next Mon- day during the extended a.. m. divi- sion fin room 304. Already this semester the council has sponsored the publication of of- ficial Taft ballots. Their plans for the near future include a matinee dance and the sale of Taft book cos ers. Norwood P TA Holds Harvest Roundup Harvest Round Up is the high flying, knee bending, jo-int stretch- ing school supper to be given by the Norwood Park P. T. A. October 23, at 6 p. m., in the Taft lunch- room. A magician will perform weird tricks: six men will be selected as models in a man's hat trimming contest: a blind auction will take place and a race for the 5:15, a train contest. 3B's, 4A's Tie For First Place Cn Honor Roll Presented below are the names of the 30 Tafties who made either four S's or three S's and one E in their major subjects for the first quarter. Leila Anderson, 3A Betty Clawes, ZA Tom Craft, 1A A Mary Dalton, 1A Robert Forney, 2A Lorene Fosler, 4B Shirley Ford, 3B Nancy Gray, 4A Ruth De Graf, 4A Josephine Gendielle, 4B Virginia Gilhus, 3B La Verne Hogfeldt, 3B Curtis Johnson, 3B Stephen Kruty, 4A Ethel Klipfer, 3B Elaine Meyer, 3B Lillian Marek, 4A Lucille Nitsche, 3B Lorraine Risavy, 4B Mildred Schmidt, 2A Lauretta Schenker, 3A Charlene Samuelson, 2B Avalon Stepien, 2B Edward Steeve, 4A Norma Tess, 4A Carol Thormahlen, 4B Jack Winton, 4A Carlyle Weichmann, 1B Janeva Weichmann, 2A Florence Zielinski, 4B Social Center? Gala Openin Be In Costum LATE NEWS BULLETJ Leonard Teuscher, in ch the new social center 2 announced early this 1 that costumes will be in 1 the Spooks Stomp schedm Halloween night. Already the committee ing on plans for future which include a Thanksgiv blers' Gambol November 2 Red, VVhite, and Blue Rei cember 12. Watch the Taft Trib fo: test developments on th center front. Smith To H- Honor Socie The final results of th society election were Tuesday by Miss Martha sponsor, when she announ Robert Smith, 3A, had over opponents to become presi4 Charlotte Frank was vice-president, Doris Zone retary, and Robert Dyni t' Smith is chairman of Mi Bergquist's divvision, cour resentative, member of chestra, and an accordioni Charlotte is the leader 3A's in scholastic points 4 chairman for last semeste er festival. Doris has been publicit man of the Proscenium pi cheer leader, room chairn a. teacher's assistant. Dyni assists Miss Dorotl on point awards, is a cou resentative, and a, pianist. The election was held in rooms by private ballot. sults had to be in last Fri Hats Off to Nine Super Salesmen! Hip! Hip! Hooray for 1 business managers selling more copies of the October of the Taft Tribune. They follows: Bob Behr, 4A, 211, McCo Betty Clawes, 2A, 106, M2 Gloria Giacomo, 3B, 206, Helen Guersey, 4B, 205 ton. Elaine Liss, 3A, 105, Fin Evelyn Schneider, 4A, 31 ish. Jean Siegler, 3A, 305, l Muriel Strehlow, 4B, 317, Lois Swanson, 4B, 217, I. ser 17, 1941 e Halloween :ma Happy Y: Dr. johnson T Dr. Wm. H. Johnson e is frost in the air nipping noses. Winds whip about us g the fallen leaves into ac- t is definitely fall, which us thinking of eerie corn- standing forlornly against nd, of plump golden pump' iddled cozily close to the and of a big yellow moon iw in the sky. is a perfect setting for Hal- -that day of mystery when any exciting thing may hap- like a story. Vie have the and the characters are made: make-believe ghosts, tches, and black cats with trched shiveringly. We are hors weaving the plot, plan- le action, creating the sus- If the climax is handled ly, there will be a happy a good time Hallowe'en. imes when packed with ac- id suspense are like good -they are always more sa- ' when they end happily for zerned. onic Mystery l Unsolved Ly Norman Esserman happened to the baton's 4? Remember when the twir- tons disappeared? tSee Taft 2, September 19.D After they turned, the incident was for- The girls had their batons, embly its twirlers, and Pat .he dog house. time the consequences are Not only were two batons 5 at the Safety assembly, ay, October 9, but also two girls. ipped was the cry heard L the halls as the social lions searched the school for two amous beauties. aret Ann Scott was the on- tter dropping her baton on ge. Has Miss Earle had to ver and make room in the lse for Elaine Giese? the assembly both girls I their classes as if nothing opened. Earle remarked, 'Tm afraid pete with Margaret. She to be able to rumba, twirl, k the baton off the floor at le time. e must have the same opin- ause she ran from further tion. of these girls are star twir- Taft Tribune Meet the Senior Girls,'Boys At a meeting of the Senior Girls' club held last Wednesday the members pictured above were elected officers. They are, left to right: Wilma Dubs, presidentg Jean Cullen, vice-presidentg Dorothy Wleklinski, secretaryg Norma Tess, treasurer. See club column for further news of Senior Girls. Orchestra Picks I Fifth Symphony For Fall Concert Will Beethoven stop Hitler? is a question currently popular among music lovers at Taft. Per- haps the answer to this problem will be given in the auditorium December 9 at the fall concert when the concert orchestra performs Beethoven's fifth symphony. The connection between Beet- hoven and Hitler came about through the current V campaign. It seems that the fifth sympho- ny contains the Morse code rhythm for the letter V C . . . - D as the theme for its first movement. Col. A. Sweet, guest conductor for the evening, will lead the or- chestra in one of his own marches and a musical comedy selection. Colonel Sweet was selected by Victor Herbert in 1910 to direct a show starring Fritzi Scheff and la- ter became famous as musical di- rector of the Ringling Brothers circus. They can stand up with the best in the city. There might be some as good but none better. The mystery is: why don't Elaine and Pat twirl for Taft? Their skill is known. They both have batons and uniforms. As Hamlet said, Something is rotten in Denmark. Schurz Bout Unites Grads tContinued from frontpagep for the alumni, the football team, and everybody present. Tickets to this first Taft home- coming may be purchased for 28 cents from business managers or for 55 cents at the gate. One hun- dred percent division rooms will be awarded plaques in the form of sil- ver footballs to paste on room doors. Division representatives are urged to sell tickets to community storekeepers, parents, and friends. Alumni may also purchase tickets at the Norwood Park fieldhouse all week from 7:30 to 9:30 p. m. A huge turnout of Taftites and alumni is expected since Taft has never before fostered an event of this type. The Schurz game is the chosen date because of the large number of former Schurzites at Taft. Come out to the game, cheer on the team, and have a rollicking good time. Remember the date - October 25. Nobso, the Taft alchemist, fore- casts a Taft victory thus: I, Nos- bo, say that the future of the Ea- gles has an optimistic cast. Schurz is on the retrograde wh-ile Taft, thanks to my special emulsions, is getting stronger by the light year. The scores would be ignominious. I have spoken. Page 19 Better, Healthier Community To Be Theme of Parents' Night Assembly An address on A Better and Healthier Community by Reverend John B. Hubbard of Park Ridge will be the highlight of Parents' Night next Monday evening at 7:30 p. m. in the auditorium. Other features will be the Taft concert band, conducted by Mr. .lack Rapier, and Mrs. Ruth Lino's girls' chorus, accompanied by Dorit Anderson. Dancers to Perform Mosaico Mexicano, a different South American rhythm, under the direction of Miss Fridelle Newberg- er of the girls' physical education department, will feature a group of dancers and Robert Smith, accor- dionist, Patricia Dolan, pianist, and Betty McQuilkin and Joan Shaw, singers. The dancers are Mary Jane Ca- boon, Jean Dettmer, Wanda Fish- er, Adele Hackell, Alice Harring- ton, Marcia Litke, Mary Rose, Ai- leen Sinnott, Lena Tellene, Fran- ces Wayne, and Doris Zonzius. Military Number a Feature A military number directed by Mrs. Margaret Walker, head of the girls' physical education depart- ment, will be accompanied by Bet- ty Hodous and June Leitz. The dancers are Margery Bigler, Shirley Ehmke, Wanda Eisher, Ruth Hanaford, Cellestine Hoff- man, Lydia Luptak, Betty Klimek, Fay Mayer, Marilyn Brandt, Shir- ley Schodlbauer, Doris Zonsius, Mildred Zirra, Edna Goiuen, Elea- nor Wisler, and Lois Miller. Trio to Tap Lydia Luptak, Mildred Zima, and Shirley Shodlbauer will form a tap trio. George Zima will do a tap specialty. Dancing as a Part of the Health and Physical Education Program will be the subject of a talk by Barbara Ellis, 4A. All Parents Invited Mr. C. E. Lehnher, health chair- man, and Mrs. Earnest Anderson, program chairman, extend an invi- tation to all the parents and lead- ers of the community. Activities of the organiation for the year include a tour of the Taft library, a tea at the Norwood field- house, and a course on how to use soy beans, subject elected because of the importance in national de- fense. The faculty are again enrolled 100 Dercent in the P. T. A. Page 20 Taft Tribune Ahhh, Peace and uiet. Has that fellow with the two-toned convertible '35 Ford a sweet muf- fler! Yes. everybody in the building knows it. We probably all want a car like that, but a roar like that of a train going through a tunnel doesn't help anybody in an English class to find a dangling participle. The boy outside who tries to attract the attention of the fellow in class only helps the poor chap to get a dirty look from the teacher. Don't do your friends any favors that will get them into trouble. If you are a bother to other people, some day during one of your exams someone else is likely to be on the steps in front of the window doing the same to you. So that we both get good grades on our first floor classes, let's have a. mutual defense pact: We won't heckle you, and you had better not heckle us. Norman Esserman, 4B Are You Hiding Your Talents? The last week of September was designated as trial entertainment week in the lunchroom by the Student Council in an attempt to bring the students a more enjoyable lunch period. Another motive was to quiet the lunch periods in order to eliminate disturbance to the pupils who study in room 304 that adjoins the lunch- roomg and if sight is to be trusted, the aim has been quite well accom- plished during the few performances the Council has arranged. Despite the fact that the students in charge of the entertainment have been working under the handicap of not having enough talent, each performance has been well done and has brought praise from both stu- dents and teachers. If you should happen to be one of those backwoods buddies who a.re able to perform and are just too bashful to do so, get Wise to yourself! Forget yourself in the pleasure that you can furnish others and help further the Couneil's project, thanks for the development of which goes to James Downing, 3A, and Donald Johnson, 4B, both members of the Council. Eat, Drink, Be Merry-In omfort Eat, drink and be merry for we may die, might well be streamlined just a little: Eat, drink, and be merry in Taft's clean lunchroom. Mrs. Blanche Smith, manager of the lunchroom, invites all Taftites to join the One-hundred Percent club. All one need do to become a member is to return his bottles and trays to the proper place and leave a clean table for the next period. It's more fun to come to a clean table than to one so cluttered with papers and dishes that all appetite vanishes. Wiith the comfort of their fellow students in mind, every Taftite will want to become a member of this new organization. A Matinee Dance Today at 2:30 Admission Ten Cents Taft Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students ot the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Ave.. Chicago. Ill. 00f0b0l' 17, 1941 Price Five Cents First class honor rating, National Scholastic Press Association Editor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. Assistant editor: Pat Dolan. Feature editors: Norman Esserman, Nancy Gray. Copy editors: Lois J h N T O IISOII, 011118. GSS. Reporters: Bill Bessemer, Mary Boarini, Frank Bostwick, Doris Carlson, Carl English, Doris Erickson, Mabel Heen, Olive Horst, Donald Johnson, Shirlee Kaage, Jeanette Kane, Jean Lutz, Robert Smith. Ed Thompson. Exchange editor: Winnie Pufunt. Typists: Henry Belzer, Mary Elaine Gill. Photography: Stanley Logan. Circulation adviser: Mr. Paul W. Bigler, Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn L. Perry. -T ,7:... ' 9L..--- Off the Bear-Q Q.,-1' 0'7 0-- Ylltllilllillilhaihrzmf lwal-rlilnuikif-R Post Course-Book Lull This columnist has come to the conclusion that course books def- initely lack imagination! An awful lot of students had to do some fast talking in order to escape colliding with the hairbrush after the last marking period. Has that F in history inspired you to do bigger and better things in the future? And let's hope your memory won't leave you stranded in the next chem test. The period after the issuing of those fatal marks should be given a special name by educators. In the life of a student it corresponds to the Era of Learning after the Dark Ages. It usually results in the majority of students acquiring a faint resemblance to The Think- er. rr Didja Know- That there are only 69 more days 'til Christmas? Do your shopping early and avoid the rush. That the Taft-Sullivan game was broadcast over a short wave radio station? That certain Taft boys who have no big brothers lin the army are getting their boy scout uniforms out of the mothballs to wear at the Spooks Stomp? On Things in General How thoughtful of Columbus to discover America on Sunday so that we could get Monday off! It will be worth going to the Social Center dances just to see some of the Taft boys wearing ties. If the name Spook Stomp is to be taken literally, to clean one's shoes would be a waste of time. fTo most people it's a Waste of time anyway.5 People from the enemies' schools who sit in the Taft section at the games ought to be quietly exter- minated. Speaking of the weather fwe weren't, but that's beside the point what is so novel as a foot- ball game in the rain? The crowd that turned out at the Sullivan game in spite of the weather proved that a little V25 water can't dam- pen Taft's spirits. Here are a few sights that were- Seen at the Sullivan Game Mr. Addison Purcell, ready for anything with his trusty little col- lapsable umbrella . . . Eldridge Adams looking as cute as a bug's ear in Mabel Heen's ba- bushka and Ruth Schumacher's coat . . . Several pleated skirts taking on a broomstick appearance after a few minutes of exposure to the ele- ments . . . Gctober 1' Bombproof Bits For Brainy Wits - Choice Tidbits 'Tis Rumored: Hot dogs and buns are at Winifred Pufunt's 1415 Seems that the band ana orchestra had a hayride but were rained out, and the dogs took the ride-to house. Robert Smith, 3A, while Monaco's English class, ws a summary of one of Chau ables. Well, this man dream, and he dreamt he ing a bath in the forest z ter brought him a clear Quips Milton Pederson, have paid his gym fee! A more surprised per never seen than Betty Wi: 4A, when, after taking a l of an apple, what did she a little worm staring at h finite disapproval of the intrusion! Timely Tips: After discussing the d -of chlorine gas sometimn ated in a trapped.subma Addison Purcell in his 1 sixth chemistry class asli one to relate the greates of being trapped in a si Lorraine Dziak, 3B, cal swered, You can't get o' The commotion in Taft week was caused by thi boys who came to interv girls. Say the boys, Tl song of Taft girls seems Only heart. Oh, yeh! A popular girl is Doris 4B. She attributes her s the fact that she always pencil sharpener with he be!! Midget in our midst: McMillan, 1B, is so small 1 she sits in the auditoi can't touch her feet to Suggestion: Eat lots of and listen to Superman. 'Sales Promotion: Seems even dumb anim. the superiority of the I We have it on good authi when a dainty little Nam Northwest highway was oi Trib, she refused to ea fixed a reverent gaze on 1 Was Pat Dolan's face 1 upon being requested to ta business managers regal Trib sales. she proceeded 321 and gave her speecl find after the laughter down that it was one oi thony Favaro's history 1 repose. i M.. The cheerleaders trying tain their equilibrium on pery ground . . . Ann McTaggart and Be sharing one trench coat' Want a Buddy Not aber 17, 1941 rorter Finds All Phusiastic About rnecoming Game By Henry Belzer th the football season in full. g, the question of the inquir- 'eporter this week is, What lu thlink of the inauguration of ,rly homecoming day at Taft? 'ald Plato, 3A, and Eldridge is, 4A, cheerleaders, replied, have to make this game the st success of the season. If he students and alumni will together, we're sure the Taft all team will maul Schurz, for goodness sake, cheer. ,er a little hesitation, Jack art, IB, replied, We should Schurz and show them we still the support of the alumni. think it will be a grand idea, 1 Frances Quan, 2B, and I hope we'1l win. I believe it inspire the alumni who were e team last year, as we've nev- ayed Schurz before. , Irving Ruben, bookie, re- . The inauguration of a ecoming day will provide a opportunity for the alumni to e back.' The spirit and fun at a time gives one a grand and :us feeling. tn Carpenter, 1 it will be a grand idea. With lumni who played football last at the game, the present team d be inspired to victory. 4B, declared, I Eagle Squawks, faftite Talks! A. W. O. L. ease send warning to the take- -off-to-go-to-a-show students of The telephone is a wonder- nvention and the school dis- larian doesn't care how many :ls he uses making life just series of encores for the A.W. 's. This is the Voice of Ex- nce speaking. tcheon Shows Appreciated a. Taftite who eats in the nroom, I want to say thanks ne Student Council for their entertainment. I hope the cil can continue this policy. Sixth-period Luncher Library Club Wanted Taft's library sponsored a li- ' club for the purpose of teach- ,he students how to interpret ndex cards and showing them e to look for the various books, sure it would save the libra- a lot of wear and tear and 1 also acquaint the students the library so that they could :ciate it to its fullest ex- Billie Taft Tribune Page 2 In the uake The Bo of the Month of the News .-. By Bill Bessemer -- Famous Last Words: It's a cinch: she's an easy mark- er. He won't send a cut slip: it's just a study hall. rr -O. G. Pet Peeves: Teachers that tell you not to go up down stairways and then turn around and do it themselves. -Min People who call me William, -Bill ..... Candid Opinions: This kid they call Shakespeare might have been in the groove 300 years ago, but he ain't hep any- more. -The Juke-Box Kid Education? What's That? According to federal income tax reports, Joe Louis' purse averages about 540,000 per bout. Oh, Junior, give up your dreams about being a prize-fighter and study hard to be- come a bookie. -Annie Oh, Just Ow, Tha.t's All! A movie actress was seen sport- ing a bird cage hat with a real, live canary in the cage at 47th and Broadway, New York. Gabriel, blow your horn now, this is all I can stand. -Me My, My, Henrietta, Tsk, Tsk! The following item appeared in a Pekin, Illinois, newspaper: Mr. Albert Z- complained to the police that Henrietta Street is mis- chievous and has been running around. -Ann Nonymons Question of the Week: Has Mr. Mooney read The Ef- fects of Punishments and Re- wards? Little White Lies: This is my first encore. --A Liar Found: One S10 bill. Will the owner please line up in front of the audi- torium. Experience Speaks It seems one doesn't realize what Taft can really mean until it's too late. Many are the grads who can return to visit once in a while, but many are the ones who can't be- cause of working or school hours. They are the ones who complain, The boss is always riding me, or else it's, Who invented calculus anyway? Beware, dear studes, remain in full appreciation of dear old Taft as long as you remaing else you too shall become the voice of exper- ience. Frank Zemaitis, president of A- lumni association. Henry Vandenburg, captaining the Eagles against Sullivan Octo- ber 5, showed the fighting spirit that has made him one of the most aggressive members of the football squad. Hurt in the first quarter, Henry put his injured back out of his mind and was in the game at the start of the second half. The seriousness of the injury could be told by the look on the face of Coach Joe Kupcinet as he brought Vandy out of a semi- conscious state. From the stand came a murmur as the rooters realized that the blue and silver Eagle lying out in the field was Henry. The chance to be captain, to lead his team, a two-year ambition, was being lost because of the failings of the human body. His body may have been down, but his heart was urging the team to play for Taft. During the second quarter the struggle of mind over matter was written on his face. When Vandy would straighten his back,,the only sign of pain was the redding of his face. After the half the struggle was won. The mind and heart had tri- umphed over their elements. There goes No. 17, Vandenburg, out for a. pass. He's got it! That cry was heard as Vandy played h best game. When Taftites talk about the S1 livan game, they are proud to sa Captained by Vandenburg, the bc whose heart wouldn't let hi down! And so Prin. L. A. Hoefer ha selected our valiant hero as Oct ber's Boy of the Month. Henry e cels not only on the field, but al. in the clubroom, for he was elect4 president of the Senior Boys la week. The Tribune Presents Mr. R upper See America first is the slo- gan of Coach J ack Rapper, formerly of McKinley high school, who has come to Taft to head the basket- ball, golf, and track teams. New York born, Coach Rapper at- tended the University of Illinois in preparation for teaching physical education and English. Last summer's travel took Taft's new faculty member to Mexico. The entire continent will have his one over in another year or two. Since travel makes the mil broader, the basketball team oug' to roam all over its oppositio Mexican jumping beans and h chili gave the coach some peppe ideas. Mr. Rapper believes in making system bend to meet the team r ther than hav.ing the team play 1 certain lines. After seeing a practice sessio Coach Rapper said, The boys kno their fundamentals and have tl right spirit to put Taft in the fir division. What has most impressed M Rapper at Taft is the school spir but let h.im say so himself. Tl spirit of the school seems almo unbelievable. In a school of Taf1 size the turnout for the teams amazing. His expectations about the gc team prompted the coach to sa This team has always brougl home victories, and I see no re son why it shou1dn't continue do so. With a wave of his hand M Rapper said that the track tea will be taken care of when the tin comes. Maybe Coach Rapper will be tl Tepper that wraps up future wict ries. Page 22 Unique Activities -Of Other Schools Brought to Light By Winifred Pufunt What novel things are other schools doing? Scanning of their newspapers reveals the following interesting activities. Biology students of Fenger hign now own a pair of canaries whose Jffspring promise to be singing for :he students by the time Christmas 'olls around. South Shore high school has be- gun making plans for its grad- iation in February. This will be Lhe school's first graduating class. Health for Defense is the notto being carried out by boys tnd girls of Foreman during the nonth of October. Their objective ,s to see their doctors and dentists md bring in written records as to :he state of their health. Taft to be Initiated to Wright Wright college is turning its Fri- lay afternoon dances over to a dif- ferent high school each week. When l'aft's turn comes, not only the stu- lents will be invited but also the lance band to provide the rhythm. A Junior Red Cross Council has Jeen organized at Farragut high school and is to act as a hobby zlub. Its purpose is to familiarize Lhe students with this partiotic or- ganization and also to give actual service to the country. Waller high school celebrates its l0th anniversary. Its first school paper, the Yellow and Blue, was published rin 1901. Schurz Cleans Up Schurz is carrying on a corridor :ampaign . This campaign's pur- pose is not only to remove debris from the halls, but also to instill :he students with the desire to patronize waste baskets. The United States Marine band will make its initial appearance in Arkansas City, Kansas, at the Ar- kansas high school in October. Who Knows the Answer? Whom will Alice marry, Hawk- eye or the major? Taftites who at- tended the morning movie October 10, will have to use their imagina- tion to find who the lucky fellow was, for the picture, The Last of the Mohicansj' was stopped before it was completed. Amid moans and groans the question of the day was discussed by theater-goers. Many who favored the romantic angle said Hawkeye was freed: then Alice and he were married and lived happily tracking down Indians. The I-hate-women type are posi- tive she marries the major and poor Hawkeye is left in the lurch. Taft Tribune Usbon Has Own Lihrary Receives DefenseProgram Rffenf 3001? on By Lois Johnson Whether y0u're a butcher, a baker, a safe-breaker, or just an average Taftite, you'd find it handy to have Mr. Kenneth Osbon's Jack- Knife of All Trades . As Mr. Os- bon, history prof, graciously dis- plays and enumerates the fine points of this masterpiece of cut- lery, amazement and wonder over- come the spectator. X X, 13 If Q rf! fx Bird, Beast, Fish, or -'2 ' The owner says the word and-- presto!-a gold toothpick pops out of one end of the knife. Although tocthpicks are definitely things of the past, they do come in handy oc- casionally, stated Mr. Osbon. A nail file, cuticle pusher, and a miniature scissors that really cuts a.id in a hasty manicure. Whoops! What's that? A cork screw very useful in extracting stubborn bottle caps! A tiny comb less than two inches long is thrust out next. Even a cobbler would appreciate this knife which con- tains a small shoemaker's awl for punching holes in leather. Ziggers! Be sure to stay on the good side of M1'. Osbon, for quoth he, When a thick-skinned person attacks me, I use this long, sharp blade, but on a thin-skinned attacker this short blade will do. COne question, please, How do you tell whether a person has a thick or thin epidermis?J Last, but not least to be dis- played, is a button hook-a re- minder of the days of chivalry when it was used to button milady's slipper. D1 verse Suhjects Biography, travel, fiction, and hobbies are all represented in this month's arival of new books for the library. Claire Lee Purdy supplies con- cise and interesting information on the life of Stephen Foster in her novel, He Heard America Sing. Mabel L. Robinson's Runner,of the Mountain Tops portrays the life of foreign born Louis Agassiz, a life of swift and vital drama in America. Others contain expeditions through Italy, Buenos Aires, and the Arctic. Osa Johnson's I Married Adven- ture , of the rental library pro- vided for the faculty, is one of the several new contemporary books. fA suggestion to have a contem- porary rental library at the disposal of the student body has been made.b Witty posters designed by Shir- ley Campbell, freshman, inspire bookworms to seek further knowl- edge in the volumes of the library shelves. Home Managers Learn Secrets Something close to magic is hov- ering over the heads of the girls in the home management classes these days. The gals have come to the point of being able to make a bed without removing the patient. The secret process involved in removing the percales is under the management of Mrs. Ruby C. Kallman, R. N., who is instructing the girls in home management classes about the simple phases of home nursing. Don't be alarmed if one follow- er of this akabadabra hocus pocds suddenly commands you to show' your tonsils. All the poor thing really wants xis your temperature reading, for that is the latest sub- ject the classes have embarked up- on. The next issue of the Trib will carry the complete story of the fas- cinating work done in the home management classes so that at last the reasons for this course's great popularity will be revealed. When all 10 intricate and fas- cinating parts have been extendeu, you have a terrifying article which resembles some instrument of tor- ture used in the Middle Ages, but with a twist of the wrist everything is back in its place, and who would guess the mystery of Mr. 0sbon's knife? Yet a knife according to Webster is a. blade set in a handle and used for cutting. October 17, Radio Provid Good Fare I Current Seri' By Olive Horst Benny is back with his gal Sunday, and his familiar 1 ters are sounded at 7 p. WMAQ. - Station WILL, a part of t versity of Illinois, purposes ucate in the broadcast sen at 3:35 p. m. everyday brc from the Associated Press. Football games each S. and Music of Masters ever1 3 p. m. are headliners. The Sherlock Holmes se turning for a third season for WMAQ at 10:30 p. m. I Basil Rathbone holds the Holmes and will be assis Vigel Bruce as Watson. Rat precise diction will serve as el for high school speech s1 Those that like a little ed with their fun will find tl bination on WMAQ. Info1 Please with its regular m Clifton Fadiman, M.C.g .lol ran, Oscar Levant, and F Adams. comes on every night at 8:30 p. In. Opportunities in Req for the High School Girl, A discussion next Saturday, 18, at 10:30 a. m. over WBBM, will interest girls W extra time on their hands same topic the following S1 will be discussed for boys. Down the Hatch No, Around 'It! By Donald Johnsox At this time the school s is several weeks along, a majority are becoming setti accustomed to rules and tions. The unsettled few, howeve have their unruly escapa matter how trivial. Perha have seen the female of this Wearing quaint bracelets an laces of edibles such as m: nuts, and cereal, no less! Sil to them. A bunch of carrots we strolling through the halls 1 enth period this week, wor girl, of course. g The fad may sound amusi it really isn't. Consider the and necklace departments dime stores. They will go business while the fruit a cery stores thrive, as this 1 school girl gai of the high ularity each day. This story is- Ed. note: to you with the best wishes F. W.. Foolworth company. ber 17, 1941 iy ShouldYou ect Steno ? :re's . Answer By Doris Erickson 'ou want to be a secretary! .hat mean you will be satis- remain a secretary, or have ibitions for something bigger etter, perhaps an executive n? enterprising stenographer eadily make himself almost ensible to his employer-so le that the employer would twice before giving him up. .e days a girl is expected to hit in many tasks. Even a onist or switchboard oper- as a better chance if she can iictation. And, of course, and is the opening wedge for a business career. iographers In Demand ography is now one of the . fields of employment for women. Essentials for oc- Jn are absolute accuracy in ation and spelling. Henrietta Hintz, commer- acher, says, Even if a stu- x not planning on a commer- freer, a knowledge of short- vill come in handy in college :ing down notes. is also a stepping stone be- careers. A person skilled in and and typing can work at while waiting for a better at his chosen profession to ip. more than ever the business offers opportunities to boys. n Office Boy To Riches male stenographer, .if he re- sufficient initiative and in- ice, is in an excellent po- to rise to a job of executive sibility. There is need for :tenographers in law, medi- nd banking. e is also a more limited up- ity in court reporting. rmmencing as a stenographer isiness in which he is inter- an ambitious boy can learn nple rudiments of the busi- ld gradually work himself to J. Jugh there are usually more trained in typing than there as to go around, employers ltly complain that they can- .d enough who meet the ne- ' high standards of speed, ny, and neatness. you want to be sure of a po- no matter how small, learn sic rules of shorthand, typ- nd simple accounting and xdby to pavement pounding. T: Set of keys in court- Please return to Lost and or Division 206 a. m. Louise Kosel. Taft Tribune Page 25 What Type of Person Do You Consider the Worst Pest In the Corridors Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 250 words. Name, semester grade in school, and divi- sion number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be returned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets fto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsl: the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticlretsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the November 14 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Tuesday, Oct. 28. Canine Poll Shows Taj? Education Is Going To the Dogs By Mary Elaine Gill Could it be that the canine world has decided to elevate itself by participating in the pastime of ed- ucation? It would seem so as one observes various species of dogs, from mon- grel to pedigree, strutting down the corridors or entering various class- rooms supposedly seeking the fun- damentals of life. Not only do the dogs act like in- dustrious students, but they too have their day at causing a commo- tion in the halls. Puppy Disciplined Take the little toy Spitz who went barking his way through the halls one day only to be stopped by Miss Jane Carleton, English teacher. Upon being told to behave the puppy let out a howl, and an in- nocent bystander, Donald Johnson, frankly told the hound to be quiet like a good doggie or he'd get an encore for talking back. The pup then high-tailed it down the hall and managed to leave the school premises, but immediately! If He Knew Then! Then there was the dog who un- guardedly stepped into Mr. Arthur Mooney's office. Although it is very much appre- ciated that the pets wish to broaden their scope, it is an injustice to keep them in school, and all hope and pray that they have enough fortitude to kip for the remainder of the year. -i. , Cashier Bowls 175 Number one bowler from the lunchroom crew is Mrs. Gertrude Ritchie, who has come to Taft to serve as cashier. Her average is 175. It has been rumored that she is now teaching her boss, Mrs. Blanche Smith, how to hit the 10 pins. Mrs. Ritchie's son, Edward, is a 2B at Taft. Dolan Exposes Secret Lives By Pat Dolan At last they're discovered, those heretofore unrevealed facts in the lives of some of Taft's illustrious students. For a start, delve into Annette Kruto's history. Obviously embar- rassed, the blushing Annette began this amazing account of her life. She immigrated to America quite early in life because she couldn't get enough Ovaltine in the old country. She passed the time from babyhood to first grade-hood eat- ing peanuts. Reverses Apple Tradition In grammar school she endeared herself to her teachers by bringing them sauerkraut instead of apples. Her name was formerly 'Abigail, but after contemplating a movie career, she decided Annette would look better in lights. And now, children, hop on the magic carpet and go way, way back into the dim past and take a peep into the early years of Robert Smith's existence fthe boy with the big suitcasej which, by the way, does not contain his lunch. Lost Personality Discovered Observation soon discloses that he is the lad who played the accor- dion while Rome burned. QThey called him Nero in those days.J Research reveals a. rare speci- men in Shirley Meltzer, Whose earliest records show her spouting poetry at the age of two. In 'fact her first words were quotations from The Raven. Bob Wilkens's early childhood was spent in reading the funnies. This is the background that en- ables him to imitate anything from Andy Gump to The Claw Cwith the aid of a garden trowell in Smilin' Jack. LOST: Key attached to a small beaded Indian charm. A keepsake. Finder please return to Mrs. O'Connell in office and receive reward, Karen Madsen Wins Freshman Essay Contest Karen Madsen, student of Mis Monaco's 1B English class, ha been awarded first place for he essay on The Student's Respons bility for School Property, whic' was entered in competition wit the entire freshman class. Honorable mention goes to Cor: lynn Manchee, Gene Mason, Virg nia McCormick, and Adele Wojdal Karen's essay follows: Character education is not somf thing which is left behind whe school days are over. It is some thing which will be part of us, al our life. A good character education start when we are old enough to tali and think for ourselves. It i easier to begin a new habit Whicf is correct than it is to break a ba' habit which has been a part of u for many years. These good habits which we mak should include thoughtfulness o others and their property. This i one of the most important thing in our character education. We should learn not to be selfisl and should take as good care o another person's property as W would our own things, for not man: people would intentionally damag- their own things while they woull hurt others without thinking. We should be ready to compli ment our friends and not always br saying and thinking of ourselves If you had a new hat and you wore it to school one day, you would want someone to compliment yor and not always be saying, I have this and I have that. So don't yor be that way. Jobs Available For Qualified According to the latest report oi the Illinois State Employment Ser vice, jobs are available in the fol lowing fields. Office boys and messengers are in demand, but applicants musw make a good appearance and be graduated in the higher level o their class. Stenographers must test abovn average to qualify for the man: positions now open. Boys are needed in factories te perform such duties as assembling machine operating, and labor. Applicants for stockroom ant shipping clerks do not need exper ience. Bookkeeping and clerlca positions are adequately filled by more experienced workers. Pro fessional and technical position: require graduation from college ol university. There are no changes rin specifi cations for prospective job-hunters Page 24 Taft Tribune October 17 In the Taft Ude To A Football Fan Club Room French Club Elects Officers Newly elected officers of the Trench club are Nancy Gray, pres- dentg Jack Condon, vice lJI'9SidG11tI Jathryn Vettes, secretary: and Robert Sltamburg, treasurer. Meetings, sponsored by Miss Ella leudemann, are held the fifth pe- 'iod every other Wednesday in 'oom 216. Business Guild Meets Today The Business Guild, headed by Vlarvin Isberner, presidentg Wright Peterson, vice-presidentg Helen Uh- nik, secretary, and John O'Toole, Lreasurer, will meet the sixth pe- ?iod today in room 207 to discuss :he financial page of a newspaper and also to learn how to read that section intelligently. Sweaters for Senior Girls Agreeing that the club should iave sweaters, the Senior Girls ap- pointed a committee to obtain sam- Jles from woolen mills. These will ne presented at the meeting next Wednesday and a decision reached is to the kind and style desired. Also discussed was the plan to iid the needy families of Taft stu- dents with Christmas baskets. For those intending to get a club pin a deposit of 30 cents will be required. Meeting Places Changed Fencers have changed their place of practice to the Little Theater, 321. the ninth period every Thurs- day. Latin club meetings are regular- ly held now every other Monday during long division instead of on Fridays. Beta Inducts Members At their meeting next Tuesday, tl1e Taft Beta Tri-Hi-Y will wel- come six new members: Ann Mc Taggart and Inez Niehaus, 3A'sg Agnes Barclay and Lois Miller, 4B'sg Henrietta Kritickson and Marge Busch, 4A's. Replacing Miss Mary McKeen a sponsor will be Mrs. Chrissie Las- cher. The Tri-Hi-Y is now looking for a mother sponsor, who, of course, will be the mother of a member. The organization is contemplat- ing a tea for the members of the faculty. Mrs. Farrell Addresses Alphas With due ceremony and honor- able welcoming, 13 new members were inducted into the Alpha Tri- Hi-Y last Tuesday at the Irving By Lois and Shirley Meltzer Cursing player, next breath pra., ing, Fans are downing, then upraising. Player trying play that's best, Fans upbraiding play with jest. Clutching pigskin, mady running, Thoughts of tackles gladly shunn- ing, Bravely risking whole physique. Player battles every week: Knowing not for plays his reason, Fans misjudge him, charge with treason. But at climax never spoken Words of arms and ankles broken Or of days in practice spent Improving team his one intent. Eagles Vanquish Wallerites 6-0 In Third Quarter Taft won its first game in four starts in the north section of the city league by defeating Waller 6 to 0 last Saturday at Winnemac. The margin of victory was great- er than the score indicates. Taft was in constant threat of scoring, but was stopped by seven 15-yard penalties. Not until late in the third quar- ter did Taft score. A pass from Fassnacht to English brought the ball to Waller's 10-yard line. On the next play Fassnacht went around his own right end for a touchdown. Jack Congdon attempted a drop kick for the extra point, but the kick went wide and the score re- mained 6 to 0. At no time win the game did Wal- ler produce an offence which might have resulted in a score. But when in possession of the ball Waller had to kick to drive Taft back. Columbus day has become a day of double significance for Taft. Last year on October 12, Taft won its first game by defeating Lake View 13 to 7. This year on October 11, one day before the an- niversary of Columbus's significant achievement, Taft won its first game by defeating Waller. Taft plays Amundsen tomorrow at 12:30 at Hanson field. Park Y. Mrs. Mary Farrell, senior adviser and placement counselor, spoke on Careers in General. In- cluded in the talk were the sub- jects: law, journalism, social sci- ences, nursing, art, commercial de- signing, and secretarial work. At a short business meeting which preceded the program, plans were discussed for the informal in- itiation, which will be carried on at school and climaxed next Mon- day at the Spook Jamboree. The new members of the Alpha- Tri-Hi-Y are Betty McQuQilkin, Do- ris Zonsuis, Mary Elaine Gill, June Ringquist, Evelyn Stahnke, Wanda Fisher, Annette Kruto, Charlotte Frank, Eleanor Pick, Betty Zurn, Marjorie Belin, Betty Lou Olsen, and Patsy Dolan. Swimmers Now Give Big Splash Speed, style, and stamina are the main factors Coach H. S. Miller is stressing in this season's practice sessions for the junior and senior swimming teams. Dick Norlie, star of last seasonfs junior team, and the fastest sprint man at Taft, will swim the 40-yard freestyle and 100-yard breaststroke events for the senior team this year. Frank Bostwick, newly incor- porated in the senior team, will at- tempt the 100-yard freestyle po- sition. Robert Johnson, the man who ran the mile for the track team last season, will swim the 220- yard freestyle. Leroy Milner, ace backstroker who delights in going through the locker room bear-hugging some poor unfortunate's frame into an hourglass figure, will hold the 100- yard backstroke position. Joe Flanagan will probably try out for the 40-yard free spot which he ably filled while on the junior team. Adviser to Swim Roger Ernst, Mr. Arthur Mooney's personal adviser in advanced alge- bra, is going to enter the 100-yard backstroke and freestyle events. John Peterson, an experienced senior, will swim the 100-yard free- style event. John Granat will try out for the 100-yard breast stroke. Jerry Plato, cheer leader, will probably try for the 100-yard po- sition. Joe Rentcher, an experienced senior swimmer, will do the 100- yard breast stroke. 1B's Get Chance The junior team is slightly short of men this year, but Coach Miller has selected some promising young 1B's from his physical ed- ucation classes to form an intra- mural swimming meet to deter- mine which men are able to swim for the regulars. Carl Reed, the fastest sprint man on the junior team, who can beat many of the seniors, is the main- stay of the juniors this seasons. He wil swim the 40-yard and 100-yard freestyle. In the Girlsl Locker Ra By Bereen and l-leer G. A. A. Attains 4495 Meml Members of the Board of have put the G. A. A. mem drive over the top in F6001 The enthusiasm shown at ginning of the drive worker nor miracle, for about 495 g' now chalked up as memb6I'S- The seniors, however, haw put to shame men who are credit goes to president. by the lowel in the lead. Mary Jane E Bowlers Double Leagu Bowling is in full swin. twice as many leagues as las There are now three girls' with eight teams to a lea, stead of the former six. Tl bowl Monday and Thursdaj noons and Saturday mornin Excellent scores hav marked down with Betty E' 201 in the lead. Two teams ready on the waiting list fo ture league. Big-Little Sisters As this paper goes to pre Big-Little Sister idea bec reality. Each senior girl is a sophomore little-sister, each freshman a junior big Sisters will attend athletic together. Be Prepared Memorize these words : when Arthur Aerts, al leads the crowd at the l the homecoming game 1 25, you'll be able to join ii Dear Taft you've our loya We're yours to command In vict'ry or in defeat Our courage will stand We'l1 fight for your fame To your name we'll bring We'll carry your standard Onward, upward to the s George Zima, renowned will swim and dive for the George Kase, a newcomr try for the 40-yard and I freestyle events. Bob Walden, speedy sprin mer, will probably swim yard freestyle. Paul Peterson, able all swimmer, will do the 40-yaz stroke and 40-yard brea events. The stop watch times of every man on the teams proved since school opene Fa , ' I f 1 Gfeatm Nfyyaper +5 '- tl -gf 'il-ll l - Clctolneh. 31, IQLH ba 5.10m-f C- J trculagfon Slypendolu 194 geptevw This marks the grave of many a stadent's pled, For the Taft social center is now realityg And here lies embedded in its shroud of black and white The spirits' invitation to the Speaks Stomp tonight. , , Cl I Wizards! Have the ialr wltdhd eight girls chosen from the hey Aheen avoiding you ot late? When cat carpet cutters at Tait :F tenant broom strutting : The center will have its grand L ig., e me you he? to x' ' opening this eve at the Spoolts as p' l Stomp. Costumes are in order in lt you aren't, take heed, tor case yoifd like to keep your lthe Tart social center promise' identity shushed after your iirsi lto nut you back on HER list oi lesson. O mugs' , A nroiessional orchestra will lt pt0p0seS to put Madame play. The admission is 10 cent! fflsalonga to shame with her si! payable at the door. U .easy lessons and make you the These dances are oven noi Wm Q 1 I ' gets rneouwi Not only will it re- only to Tau students, but to wx We yfm 'om the comsww everyone between the ages oi lt' I and skid you to the center ol to Z5 A the purnpldn, but it will enable you w sive with any Young SM, Beginners' class instruction- gefess without putting cams on takes place horn 1 to 1 145 p. nt-3 'her gem, advanced, '1145 tn 8:30 pan. S0- , , , cial dancing will continue from all you trolls will be given s ' Con, chance to brush up on yon! uso' an you has umm lassmsf dancing technique under the sua mfme W me Spoons Stem? W' Aaelm - boys and tion oi these dances depends en- wha tirely upon your attendance- CI be 3191, IQ lllll D1 V uf 14132 D01m1-.- will 4.4 Jobs rvlswn 0 and her stall of eight ,fu Ott bf di: 6 pn1 Glnl-7103 if- -, -l' 74.555--Y ?age ,TfibunC October 31, Ghost Breakers T urn Celebrating their birthdays at a special party today are, left o right: Delores Kutza, 3Bi, Rosemary Mertes. ZB, Joyse Gillespie, B, Mabel Heen, 4B. Joe Rentscher, 4B, Lorraine Beck, 2B, Carol Pixy for Birtlzcla 5 Party Kronau, 2B, Robert Iwema, 4A. They are bedecked in the cos they are wearing for the gala affair, the exact details of remain a ghostly mystery. faftie Apples Serve Children's Aid Collection Soars as Battle of Sexes Progresses One of the most exciting races ince the Kentucky Derby is the iffy apple contest being waged :in Kiss Jane Carleton's 4B division mr the benefit of the Thanksgiv- ig collection for the Children's .id society. To stimulate more interest, the ivision is conducting a contest etween the boys and the girls. he side that wins will be treat- i to taffy apples by the losing eam. Although it is a close race, the oys, captained by Richard Pari- ini, are ahead so far, probably be- iuse of the heroism of one of the oys who contributed 50 cents. But the girls, spurred on by Iargaret Kelly, are snot to be aunted, and by cutting down their verhead, mainly fewer hairdress- ig appointments, they plan to Lage a blitzkrieg on their op- onents. Ati the start of the contest Miss arleton agreed to match the mount the room put in from her Wn purse. However, both Miss Carleton and er buddies refuse to divulge the xact amount so far collected since iey don't wish to let rival divi- ions know what sum they'll have J meet to supersede this group. 'hose aim it is to surpass all thers. Gerry Donasch, ZA, State's Ace Archer William Tell had nothing on Geraldine Donash, 2A, who very calmly walked away with the State Archery championship for the in- termediate group held August 9 and 10 at Jackson park. About three years ago Geraldine's father induced her to follow in her uncle's footsteps, and equipped with a 16-pound bow and six arrows she began practice at Columbus park. The following year, 1939, she walked away with the city cham- pionship, retained this honor in 1940, and in 1941 entered the state contest and emerged victorious. Sho0ts 500 During this meet, she shot 500 arrows, playing the first day from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. with only time out for lunch and from 10 a. m. to 6 p. m. the following day. Her winning score was 2,0273 that of the runner-up was 1,977. Besides her little 16-pound bow and six arrows, Geraldine now possesses three bows weighing ap- proximately 42 pounds each and 72 arrows. Although I cannot claim to be a descendant of William Tell, she stated, I can boast of having splvit an arrow which was in the target at a distance of 40 yards. Gets the Bull's Eye Some terms peculiar to archery are a bu1l's eye, which is the Fire Prevention Sponsors Contest Students in the Chicago public high schools are invited to enter a fire prevention poster contest spon- sored by the Fire Prevention com- mittee of the Chicago Association of Commerce and the art depart- ment of the Chicago public schools. Three art school scholarships will be given as awards. The student who wins the first award has his choice of school. The announcement of the win- ners of scholarships and honorable mentions will be made in Janu- ary. Any student who wishes to com- pete in this contest may refer to Taft's art teachers for details con- cerning rules and suggestions. center of the targetg point of aim, the shooting pointg duck, an arrow going beneath the target, and petticoat, an arrow going astray. One of the most amusing tourna- ments I have ever competed rin, revealed Geraldine, was the 'petti- coat' tournament. In this match. count of each 'petticoat' was kept, and the person having the most, which happened to be me, was obli- gated to wear a tiny petticoat on her quiver for one year. Geraldine hopes to compete in the National finals at West Vir- ginia this coming spring. MayorProclai ovember 9- Eclucation 1 Mayor Edward J. Kelly ha claimed the period from Noi 9 to 15 as Chicago Education He urges all parents and c of Chicago to visit their sch- become acquainted with the ers and their Work. Mayor Kelly has designate week as Education Week i junction with the United Office of Education, the N. Education Association, the ican Legion, and the Nationz gress of Parents and Teacher have announced this period 21st observance of American Mayor Kelly emphasizes t portance of the schools in p ing democracy and its ideals, ially at this time. He stat- strong America-strong in strong in mind, strong in s it is the backbone of democi Youth is now, always has and always will be the only basis upon which a strong ica. can be built. As citizens of Chicago, vs vide schools to help our you izens to develop strong bodi velop special talents, learn tt and play together :in toleranl understanding, prepare for grow in character and becom citizens of a strong America For these reasons Mayor has deemed fitting that Edt Week coincide with Arr Week. aber 31, 1941 iicago Schools mmmemorate rmistice Da exactly 1:30 p. m. November l Chicago public high schools Armistice day commemorate N with an assem- bly. Mr. Clarence Fullmer, Des- plaine Post Legion n a i r e and Taft treas- urer, will de- liver a short address on the subject, The Story of the Armistice. at t h e assembly given by. the English de- nent under the direction of Mabel Berquist. addition Joan Shaw, English ident of Miss Jane Carleton, speak on the effect of the war oetry. Joyce Gillespie, Eng- 5 student of Miss Capron, will on the story of the Armistice. Jrge Hanke, English 7 student rs. Crissie Lascher, will give ldress on the Unknown Soldier, Barbara Ellis, 4A, will present Tlanders Field. e girls' chorus, under the di- xn of Mrs. Ruth Lino, will sing al selections appropriate for stice, while the mixed chorus r the direction of Mrs. C. E. n, will appear on the balcony sing, Rest, Soldier, Rest. The nbly will be closed with the ng of taps. Ir. Fullmer Taft Tribune Page '2 Lindblom Takes City Golf Title Lindblom's strong golf team de- feated Taft foursome in the finals for the citywide high school golf tournament at Tam O'Shanter Country club October 22, 115 to V2 points. Ross Whitney, low man on the Taft team, copped the yz point. Al- though Taft has an exceptionally good team, the Lindblom Hogans outplayed them on almost every hole. One under par for the Maroon and Gold, Chester Wirtel, who placed in the National Amateur Open Golf tournament, shot a 35, one under par, for the first nine holes of Tam's difficult course. He ended with a par 72. Norbert Piasecki played the rocks the second hole. Just as his ball was about to fall into the river it struck the rocks on the other side and bounced back. The Taft men played good golf as was shown by the scores: Ross Whitney, 765 Fred Fassnacht, 799 Norbert Piasecki, 825 Chuck Granger, 84. Taft had battled her way to the semi-finals in the north section and played Steinmetz, winner of the West section, at Big Oaks three times in order to play Lindblom, the champ of the South and Central sections. The team tied Steinmetz twice and, on the last holes of the deciding match, played in semi darkness so that artificial light was required to make the last few shots. Fred Fassnacht, captain of the Taft team, hadn't lost a single match in two years of high school competition. Tait's Triple Triumph Trumpec Amundsen Topples Before Eagles 7-0 Taft won its second straight game by defeating Amundsen, 7 to 0, at Hanson field, October 18, thus causing one of the greatest upsets in its section. The first quarter Amundsen, aided by a fumble on a punt, was in scoring territory wlith first down and goal to go, but Taft held, and Amundsen's efforts prevailed no score. From the second quarter on, Taft remained in almost complete possession of the field and was on Amundsen's one-yard line when the half ended. A pass from Fass- nacht to Doebler was good to the one-yard line, but the end of the half stopped a score. Hilgenberg Scores The third quarter was decidedly in Taft's favor. A blocked kick by Zjawinski, guard, gave Taft pos- session of the ball. Taft then dis- played a splendid offence and marched down the field to the 8- yard line. On the next play Hil- genberg ran it over for a touch- down. Fassnacht Makes Point The extra point was tried by Fassnacht and was good, making the score 7 to 0 in favor of Taft. The last quarter Taft was again in threat of scoring, but eager to hold the lead they now had, they played a conservative game instead of risking a chance which might result in a score for Amundsen. When the game ended, Taft was well in the enemy's territory on another touchdown march. Final Play Brings Defeat in Taft Homecoming Before a record crowd of 1,7- Taftites, including 250 alumni ax an overwhelming number of pa ents and teachers, Taft played 9 to 7 defeat to Schurz at its initi homecoming game last Saturday. With the score 7 to 3 in Taf' favor until late in the final quarts Schurz accomplished a touchdown The first quarter was a scorele one for both teams. Late in tj second Schurz scored a field go: and at the half the score w Schurz 3, Taft 0. During the third quarter Ta scored on a pass thrown by Fa: nacht, half back, to Srednicki, en The extra point was made by Er lish, fullback, making the score to 3 in Taft's favor. W Late in the last quarter a four down pass thrown by Schwall Schurz brought the ball to Taf 10-yard line. With less than ti minutes to play Schurz plung through to the 3-yard line. Two scoreless attempts we tried, and on the third try Murdo made a touchdown which was go only by inches. The extra poi was wide, and the score was left 9 to 7. Schurz kicked to Taft with o minute and a half left to play. 35-yard run back brought the ba on Taft's own 40-yard line. T: failed to score, and the score maiued 9 to 7 in favor of Schurz. Eagles FI Hi li Over Waller and Amundsen Left: Fear-not Fassnacht makes first touchdown of season Daft-Waller melee October 11, giving Taft a 6 to 0 victory. er: Fassnacht plunges through the Vikings' line for a 10-yard in the Taft-Amundsen game October 18. A touchdown in the l quarter by Ray I-Iilgengerg and an extra point by Carl English Q lc :E , it gave Taft its second victory of the season. Right: Jim Srednic dives for an Amundsen halfback and brings him down for a on yard loss. Ray Zjawinski and Fassnacht, in the background, a ready to tackle. Taft plays Lake View tomorrow at 12:30 at Winnemac. A Page 28 Taft Tribune October 31, Yes, He Made It, But - High school is intended not alone to educate young people in schol- Lstic fields, but also to develop individual character. The most recent lrive proposes to eliminate all unnecessary disturbance throughout the wuilding. Running in the corridors is a particularly pressing problem. The bell rings. Sammy saunters leisurely to his locker. For a minute md a half he dreams and fumbles with his lock. He glances at the clock -one half minute to go. He's off! At that moment Johnny is rounding the corner. Feet and arms angle. Books sail through the air. Mary trips over one of Sa1nmy's nooks. She stuns herself against an open locker. Meanwhile a teacher is patiently waiting for the floor to clear to enter her classroom. Sammy, undaunted, steams ahead. He slips into lis seat. The bell rings. He smiles sweetly. He is on time. But the scrimmage outside is still clearing up. Mary walks off in a iaze, rubbing her head. Johnny limps to his study like the Spirit of '76. The teacher, who had to wait, starts her class one full minute late. ' This is just a mild example of what might occur. Death has been :nown to result from such conduct as Sammy's. Here at Taft we un- loubtedly have the highest type of student body for spirit and stamina. let us strive to make the Taft corridor at all times a safe and sane place. Jeannete Kane. ourtesy Adds to Cycling Safety We have been given a great privilege-that of riding our bicycles to chool. For every privilege given to us, there must be something we lave done or will do to earn it. Taft students, as well as Taft have a Food reputation wherever they are known. For this reason it was hought they would follow simple courtesy and safety rules, an aid for he convenience and safety of all, ,if we co-operate. Rule 1: Do not make more noise than is necessary in coming or eaveing the school on your bicycles. Think of the other fellow in a class. Maybe he's taking an exami- lation and can't think clearly because he has so many distractions. How rould you feel if you were in his place. If you come first period or save the last, don't think this excludes you. It certainly does not. Noise nly brings about confusion, and :if you're late, or in a hurry, you will ertainly appreciate less noise and more action. Rule 2: Take your bicycle directly to the racks, instead of riding round the school grounds. You not only help subdue noise thus, but you emphasize safety. Liding around carelessly, foolheartedly, prompts danger to yourself as fell as to others. Any kind of foolishness will eventually lead to dis- ster. Have you ever been frightened out of your wits or almost knocked own by the swishing by of a careless bicyclist? Take this into con- ideration when you are riding your bicycle. Rule 3: Be sure your bicycle is in good condition. Many accidents have resulted because of negligence in this respect. lo your brakes work? Do you have a horn, light, and tail light? This editorial doesn't only pertain to the time you are in school, or oing home. Whenever you are on a bicycle, you are assuming a respon- ibility. Taft authorities are aware of the chances you are taking, but ecause they know the integrity of Taft students, they feel sure this dvice wzill not be neglected, but will be seriously considerd and acted pon' Esther Klein, 1A. Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD 'I'AF'l' HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Ave., Chicago. Ill. Ictober 17, 1941 Price Five Cents First class honor rating, National Scholastic Press Association Editor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. .ssistant editor: Pat Dolan. 'eature editors: Norman Esserman, Nancy Gray. opy editors: Lois Johnson, Norma Tess. .eporterst Bill Bessemer, Mary Boarini, Frank Bostwick, Doris Carlson, Carl English, Doris Erickson, Mabel Heen, Olive Horst, Donald Johnson, Shlrlee Kaage, Jeanette Kane, Jean Lutz, Robert Smith. Ed Thompson. Ixchange editor: Winnie Pufunt. 'yplstsz Henry Belzer, Mary Elaine Gill. hotography: Stanley Logan. irculation adviser: Mr. Paul W. Bigler, Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn L. Perry. Shirley K. Winchell Discloses Secrets About Taft 'Debs' Pumpkin Heads: When Dolly Peterson, 2B, was asked by Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff to define a relative pronoun, Dolly gladly obliged with, I guess it's like a brother and sister. Miss Helen Unseth: John Zelk's hair won't show up on the picture. It's too light. John: I think I'll shave it off. Miss Unseth: Do you think your scalp would photogra.ph darker? John: Sure, it's sunburnedf' Then there is the one about the scarecrow who became alive and came to Taft, recognizing of course several pumpkin-heads fno names mentionedj and enough corn to feel at home. When Miss Clara Larson, 1B, al- gebra teacher, asked Alan Hedman why he didn't have his homework, he replied, I was too busy reading 'Math for the Millions' to do it. Corn: A more surprised person was never seen than Miss Catherine Kelly when giving advice on how to purchase and care for silk stock- ings in her sixth period home management class, she took a quick census and found every girl wear- ing anklets. Who was it but Betty Mungai, 3B, who accidentally dropped her bowling ball and astounded her fel- low bowlers by getting a strike? When Miss Helen Unseth asked the boys if they would please wear ties, she received their answer in unison, What's that? According to Mr. Addison Pur- cell, chem instructor, the chem- istry theme song is, I Don't Want to Set the School on Fire. The only disadvantage of work- ing in a bakery shop says Helen Cardis, 3B, is, All I do is eat. Mildred Carpenter, 4B, says that the trouble with the Taft Trib is that she has never had her name in it. These Sophomores! Johnny Q: How would Shake- speare have said, Here comes a bowlegged man? Jenny Soph: Oh, I pray thee, what cometh yonder on paren- theses? Dorothy Niesen, 2B, has received 10 invitations to Hallowe'en parties. Encore, Encore! Norman Tess, secretary of the Senior Girls' club claims that the encore donors believe in capital hauntment. Unlike Taft Spirit: Audrey Dietz, 4B, says, Onions to the Taftite who blew taps at the game with Amundsen when an Amundsen player was out. 95,932.33 Hmlylikillllldmnm, hwmum Hm-m-m, time to hide th again! Wiener roasts, hay cider and doughnuts, foggy the smell of burning leaves 1 us that our favorite season i Time Was CD When we went from door 1 chanting Tricks or treats! When we racked our brai weeks trying to think of an al costume for Hallowe'en 1 nally appeared as a gypsy. When we cut school Octo and got encores for a month And remember the tim soaped a store window, ai owner came out and mad wash it? Oh to be young again!! Didja Know That Wally Lahey is an member of the S. O. S. fSis the Skilletl? That in modern lingo a is a cute gal? That the average tree has 50,000 leaves? fAccording 1 estimate, there are 150,000 on our front lawn. Woe is m That there is a new sci way of 'tackling the leaf pri Here is a special formula is guaranteed to get the dir sults. Step I: Select a windy 1 that the leaves will come down from the trees fastei you can rake them. Step 2: Deck yourself in t' est apparel you can find arou house. This never fails to laughs and snickers from I friends C?J. Let's Economize! Step 3: Remove your ml collection of fruit jars from c bushel basket and deposit t' ter on front lawn. Step 4: Gingerly brush s and cobwebs from the rake a it also in the front yard. Step 5: Add one cardboar ton to the collection. In thi tainer you will place all clui grass that get raked up, to planted later. CThe price of is going up, you knowlb Step 6: Now you are ready wait! It is beginn gin. But rain. Ho hum! Nothing to 1 stuff back again! haul the A Stitch in Time The British soldiers must awfully small feet if we jul the socks that some of the are knitting. Question to George Zima: in the world do you get you untangled after doing sor those tricky dance steps? So now, off to the Stomp! Jer 31, 1941 1 the Quake 1f the News . By Bill Bessemer f the Times: 'ved on the map of Europe: 1RARILY OUT OF SERVICE 0. U. Kid. 'onders Never Cease? ast the Lone Ranger has mff his mask. Now all that's us to wonder about is Down- face. -Danny Boy. ever Knows: the rebuilt classics are g with success before mod- diences, Tschaikowsky will y have to join the ASCAP. -The Juke-Bom Kid. mg Facts: ,r that the Dutch Colonists Manhattan from some In- hat didn't own it. And I . I was gipped when I the Brooklyn Bridge. -0. G. 1ny saved is a penny earned. 1 hear about the Scotchrnan aught an electric razor so could shave on the street there's the golf playing ian who hit his ball out of and said, New golf ball, sg poison Ivy linament, 35. are goes nothing! -South Wind. s Last Words: come on, Mr. Mooney Won't s. tWe dedicate this little Don Johnson, 4B, who has more encores to serve.l --Casey. rpedia Americana: -the only animal that can med more than once. tn-that which usually does 'ementioned skinning. --AWOL. iupcinet Brothers' Daily Times gave the en game a swell write-up. 1 know that Coach Kupci- other writes sports for the agle Squawks 1 think you know what fun , I can assure you that you .nless you have square It is much easier to learn fgular dancing and four much fun. I am in a posi- lend Taft the use of the L- Square Dance Album. tr what you think about it. ls of fun: so let's 'get lquore Dance Minded 1A. Taft Tribune Page Mental Telepathy h DOeSItGetYOu,1 The Spook of the Mont ueries Reporter By Wilma Dubs Puzzled faces were seen by your inquiring reporter when the ques- tion of the week, Do you believe in mental telepathy? was flashed at Taftites. 1 With a. pathetic glance, Bob Shamburg, 2A, innocently stated, No, because I haven't a mind. Medard Zabratanski, 1B, without a second thought, met the question with a quick, Sure! I don't, but Mom does. She al- ways knows what's bubbling in this brain of mine, answered Barbara Ellis, 4A. Wrinkling his brow, Richard Es- terquest, 2B, asked, What is it? You don't have to rely on men- tal telepathy with all the beauti- ful dreams walking through Taft halls, complimented George Hop- per, 4B. Smiling, Walter Lahey, 4B, re- marked, It all depends on who it's with-meaning the fairer sex. From Mr. Paul Bigler, adminis- trative aide, came a positive, I do not, and Margery Bigler, lA, agreed with him. What good is it when the per- son is so far away? complained Connie Donegan and Marilyn Eh- man, 4B's. The person you want to think about should be right near you. Furthermore, we don't have time to think. Sis Holden, 3A, quickly an- swered, 'tYes, where a certain somebody is concerned. Jack Winton, 4A, sadly com- mented, Yes, my girl knows ev- ery time I want a date and she usually beats me to the draw. Halloween Fantasy By Lois Meltzer Goblins frolic, witches revel, Jack-o-lantern, gloating devil, Night of shadows, moonlight mel- low, Candles glowing, eerie, yellow. Graveyard sleeping, now awake. Ghosts step forth while tombstones quake. Now a shadow, crossing moon, 'Tis a witch astride her broom. Broomstick ghost, with pumpkin head And lighted face, calls forth the dead. Coal-black feline, omen evil, Comes forth quickly, softly steal Martian monsters, Orson Welles, Spooks infesting glades and dells. Wretched creatures, dressed in rags, Ghastly laughter, horrid hags. All year peaceful, not tonight, Bravest persons full of fright, Cowards shaking, turning green, Night of terror, Hallowe'en. X Today, October 31, the Taft Trib takes great pleasure in announcing its selected personality for the month-that master of Hallowe'en ceremonies, Scrooge S. Spook. Readers of the Trib are familiar with the antics of this illustrious gentleman. Now it comes to light who uit is that holds the answer on the tip of your tongue, dries up your fountain pen in the middle of a test, and is sure to use the vanishing act on your homework. When asked what was his pet peeve, Scrooge replied, People who don't believe in ghosts. His hobby proves him to be a true benefactor to Taftites as he collects that red liquid used to dec- orate course books every time the marking peniod comes around. Other than haunting graveyards, tapping on windows, and making unearthly, weird sounds, Mr. Spook takes an active interest in com- municating with the spirits of Julius Caesar and Cleopatra. His great ambitions are to take Henrietta, the last of the w1itches, to the Spook Stomp and haunt the universe.- Eekl Alasl Poor oe and Moe! By Patsy Dolan Wind whistles through the pines: darkness shrouds the town. All is still except for the weiry whoots of an owl or meeow of an alley cat. Joe and Moe steal slyly along. They cast quick glances around them. Not a soul in sight. Suddenly they stop. Moe lunges forward, grabs it, and thrusts it into an old dilapidated gunny sack. Slowly they turn back and creep 1in and out the ghostly shadows of trees and shrubs, tripping and fall- ing, becoming cut and bruised, but still they go onward, determination and eagerness written on their faces. Nearing the edge of the treach- erous forest they come to a seclud- ed tumble-down shack far from civilization. They enter with satis- faction and sly smiles on their mugs. Depositing the gunny sack in the middle of the bare floor, Moe slips from his pocket a long, cold knife, opens the sack, and plunges the blade into it. He slashes and digs, cuts and twists. With a final plunge he drags it into the light of a soli- tary candle. A look of horror comes rlnto their eyes. They gaze and gaze, finally breaking into an hysterical ruth- less laugh. Poor Joe and Moe! What have they done? EEK! It's a squash, not a pump- kin. By Hal O'ween. When a Garden You Do Maize . . . There my garden blooms again, Green and rosy painted All because the Clean-up campaign Got me inspirated. When at home alone you sit Getting bored and tired of all of it, Just seize the shovel, rake, and hoe And make a garden. Blues will go. The house and fences, trees and When the lawn is softly green And everywhere fresh beauty can be seen, When the larkspur blue and tall Peeps at roses o'er the wall, When the phlox all white and red Vies with asters in your flower-bed, When the bluebirds flash and sing With red, red robins on the wing, lawn, Then your heart will brim wiith The garden gate you swing upon, cheer The pump and stable, vines and And your home will prove most swing, dear. Well, why not doll up everything? Robert Limlroth, 2A. R emem laerlf Social DancingWEvery Friday Evening Page 30 Taft Tribune Wh Study Home Managing? Wa To Man is Heart., By Doris Ericksen Castles in the air? Oh, yes, they do exist at Taft for the girls in the home management classes, for the real business of the course is to reveal the secrets be- hind the planning of a real home, which the girls learn to maintain with a minimum of work and ex- pense. A playhouse method is used in planning the homes as the build- ing is done on a flat board, fitted with model scale furnishings so that measurements and balances can be noted. Lillian Marek, 4A, is enthusiastic in her praise of the playhouse planning. She cla.ims, I have re- ceived many ideas of how to build my dream house from the small scale furniture in accordance with a double standard-beauty and practicabilityf' Consumer Education Included Migrations to consumer educa- tion, household budgeting, home furnishings, and family relation- ships are likewise made in the course. On a shopping spree would you know which rug to buy? What gage hose is the most practicable? Which sheets are the sturdiest? These are just a few of the ques- tions you will be able to answer after a course in home manage- ment. Lois Sommerfield, 3A, could go for consumer education any day. She avers, There's nothing more thrilling than being able to judge the quality of the article you are buying and know for sure it's a good buy. In this mass production of ideas emphasis is placed not only on home surroundings with relation to income or wise selection and pre- paration of food, but also on spir- itual and moral strength of the home, fam-ily recreation, and indi- divual personality standards. Know Your Cosmetics! According to Lucille Kimpflin, 4A, the Red Cross delegate to the downtown meeting of that organ- ization, the personal appearance projects can't be beat. Why, she exclaims, how can any girl go through life without realizing the benefits she can get from a course in cosmetics or etiquette! Not to be outdone in the matter of defense, the girls are studying home nursing, which appeals espe- cially to LaVerne Shumacker, 4A. In her opinion, Home nursing is a very useful subject for every girl, for she is bound to use her knowl- edge of temperature readings, bed baths, and simple nursing at some time in her life. Any girl who can fashion a bed table from an orange crate, a 'Pop' Concert Tickets For Sale Popular Saturday evening con- certs-by the Chicago Symphony orchestra return to Orchestra hall tomorrow at 8:15 p. m. In order to maintain the ticket agency which has been estab- lished here, Taft must sell at least 25 tickets for each per- formance. Tickets, which may be pur- chased throughi business man- agers, sell at 68, 40, and 28 cents Ctax includedl. Tomorrow evening's program has been posted on bulletin boards throughout the school. Book Hit Parade Gets Under Way Cast your vote in the library for your favorite fiction and non-fiction books in the poll sponsored by the Interscholastic Society of Student Librarians throughout the city schools dur- ing Book Week, which begins next Monday. The resulting 10 favorites will be announced later. All English classes are invited to the library next week to see a short skit by the library as- sistants and a display by the art classes. Office Presented To acquaint students with the adaptability of office procedure taught by the commercial depart- ment, the Proscenium players prey sented at regular assemblies last Friday a pantomime depicting com- mon office life and procedure. Those taking part were Harriet Grund, stenographerg Robert Ell- ingson, office boyg Norman Esser- man, boss: and Barbara Ellis and Howard Vore, descriptive demon- strators. Following the playlet, Henry Vandenburg urged all to attend the Homecoming game. via Pantomime A triple trio from the girls' chorus, directed by Mrs. Ruth Lino and accompanied by Evelyn Siev- ers, sang. The girls comprising the group are Barbara and Marilyn Ellis, Marinella DeRoeck, Josephine Gen- dielle, Jeanette Kane, Margaret Konczyk, Grace Nybaken, Evelyn Soellner, and Lillian Wahlquist. The concert orchestra, under the direction of Mr. John Rapier, also performed. The program was arranged by Mr. Malcolm McQuaig, commercial teacher. Photog Breaks All Previous Records Do not smile. Move up closer. Lower your head a little. One of these expressions is prob- ably familiar if you are one of the many Taftites who had their pic- tures taken last week. These photo- graphs are to be used on the cards for the record office, but they may also be purchased for personal use. Taft broke all records for speed when 1975 pictures were taken in 11 periods. This is 11 more than the photographer has ever taken in any one day. All this quick work is due to the help of Bill Leighton, 3A, Annette Avery, 4B, Paul Olsen, 4B, Bill Hedges, 3B, and Janice Youmann, 1A. Olsen said, Most of the girls combed their hair and put on make- up, while the boys either combed their hair or fixed their ties. Ev- eryone co-operated with usp that is why we were able to work so fast. Altogether over 2,100 pictures were taken. cradle from a drawer, a heat lamp from a coffee can, a hot water bot- tle from a bathing cap is bound to make a hit with the man who wants a dream house and a girl just like the girl who married dear old dad. Senior Election Held- Crist, Stephen, Steeve Vie for Presidency At the senior meeting last Fri- day, the candidates for the 4A elec- tion were introduced by Mr. Paul Bigler, adviser. The results of the election, which was held last Wednesday, have not yet been an- nounced. The candidates for the presidency of the class are George Crist, Bill Stephen, and Edward Steeve. Lois Johnson, Marilyn Fischer, and Ev- elyn Sievers, are running for vice- presidentg Henrietta Kritikson, Charlene Matousek, and Norma Tess, for secretary. Possible treas- urers are Bob Stone, Jack Winton, and Henry Vandenbergh. The nominating committee met Monday with Mr. Bigler to choose the announcements for graduation. Pity the 10 Pins., Norlie Bowls 250 Dick Norlie, star of the senior swimming team, recently bowled a 250-game at the alleys where he spots pins. He was awarded a. gold medal by the management. Dick began bowling lin Taft's league last season. His average during the past year has been 154. October 5 Professor Expos Secrets Hid Un Exposed Scalp By Norman Essern Medical science has vanced 20 years, accordin fessor J. K. MacCalmo1 Taft dermatologist, by th ery of the cause of Alop orrhoica in this climate. Professor Mac Calmont gan to experiment for the the malady, known to 1 formed as baldness, wh young man he was stricke Many years of hard, p search only seemed to 1 doctor's pate more shiny. Then this amazing me covery came to the profes slept, but let him tell it i1 words: Last year, in the mic cold winter night, I was ously awakened. The win to whistle the word, 'Thi came through my shutter Chicago Cause of l As I turned over and go back to sleep, the wo and think' were turning o' mind. By morning I has swer. I wasn't affected unti to Chicago. Out West th isn't so common. Thoug off the inside of the sca fore weakening the roots Chicago is known as tl City.' A conclusion may from these facts: A brili in a windy place is liab his hair. After expounding his Professor MacCa1mont c Thus, if you are bald, ably a sign of your gen mature baldness of the should be as welcome a ental's 51st birthday. Mr. John Rapier, prom: musician, also adds: Gra grow on a busy street. Medical Authority Di Such is the theory of t sor and an idea of a fan Go to Dr. Premeda, hea of the Bangle, for the opinion. Says Dr. Premeda: N am doubting the professo: but the cu1'e is worse th: ment. If people would stop save their hair, the remover companies would If they couldn't pay taxe tional defense effort woul pered and we would fal prey to an aggressor. The treatment must be ed. It is un-American anc undermine the morale of try. If the people want to thy, they should try my published every mornin Bangle. er 31, 1941 Taft Tribune' lpel. Minds What Type of Person Do You Consider the Worst Cnc Diurnall Pest at Assemblies V . . . Y Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not 3 DIVISIOII more than 250 words. Name: semester grade in school, and divi- een members in the Honor nakes Miss Dorothy Allen's sion the scholastic record of Taft. And these 18 super re active in many fields. mr Barry, the first alpha- , is captain of the basket- n, an art scholarship win- . a class president. n Ellis, a class secretary, to girls' chorus. Shirley a Student Council repre- x and secretary of the zlub. erite Fraser is a class t and a member of the :horusg James Forney, 1 ideal Taftite last spring, r of essay contestsg Vir- lhus, a class secretary, rec- :e assistant, and secretary oanish club. Fhey Really Serve Gustafson is a remedial recorder, a class secretary, tudent Council representa- ty Herman, who works in surer's office and adjust- partment, is secretary of ch club. Klatt is a class chairman: lipfel, a class secretary, s office assistant, and ' of the Pan-American Knoder, a class secretary, 1 the treasurer's and ad- offices. Marcia Litke, who 'ormed :in Taft dramatic ins, is the division's busi- lager, a class secretary, a rd, secretary of the Latin president of the Business And More Yet! ajercik, a class chairman etary, assists in the trea-- ffice. Grace Mullen sings 'ls' chorus. 'etrie is a class chairman, ch, and a hall guard. Judd a. Student Council repre- and a hall guard. Roner, a class secretary. guard, works in the Lost ld. Jean Stuertz, an essay inner, is assistant to Miss Capron, achievement ad-- y other division challenge d? gers Go Lazy ng to box office records, business managers sold 40 copies of the October 17 he Tribune. They are: irguson, 113, Holterhoff e Jindra, 216, Weinstein Schneider, 311, Devenish egler, 305, McCuaig Strehlow, 317, Rogers anson, 217, Lewis sion number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be returned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets fto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsjg the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the November 28 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Monday, Nov. 10. March of Time By Olive Horst Guess what! March of Time is now back on the air Thursday p. mfs at 8 on WLS-WENR. Time correspondents scattered from Rio to Suez and from Chungking to Lisbon will write eyewitness ac- counts of local news events for presentation on the new weekly series. Talk about sleuths! Michael and Kitty is the new comedy chiller on WENR 6:30 Friday evenings. Gang Busters, now nearing its sixth year on the networks, at 9 p. m. over WENR, will give Taft's Returns to Air men of brawn something to shiv- er about, maybe. Air your talents over WMAQ on the Saturday morning High School Party. Do you impersonate, whistle, recite? Don't hideg this program will help you display your work. Inquiring, student? Inquiring Student is a new series sponsored by the Radio Council. Programs are in the form of answers to ques- tions young people have regarding future occupations. Sundays at 2:30 p. m. on WCFL is the time. Tajik Best Slogans Un Clean-up Enter District Competition If winter comes, can clean-up slogans be far behind? Taftites, whose slogans have been sent to the office of District Superintendent John Bell to enter city-wide competition, are Gladys Brown, Izetta Giles, Mary Gill, Phyllis Graham, John Granath, Alyce Haase, Ruth Hanaford, Miri- am Hoe, Lois Johnson, Robert Jor- gensen, Delores Krane, Jeannette Kane, Frances Krone, Gloria Lips, Charles Powers, Audrey Runde, Evelyn Sievers, Esther Steiger- waldt, Calvin Wells, Selma Wiegal, Stanley Zayhauski. Izetta Giles, 3B, while working on her slogan, thought up this lit- tle bit of extra advice: Clean not only your oornrplexiom' Make the 'whole school pass 'in- spection. Miss Hinkel Announces Names of Topnotch 4A's According to Miss Martha Hinkel. sponsor of the Honor society, stu- dents who so far seem to be leading the 4A's scholastically, are talpha- betically arrangedjc Barbara Aloitis, Marilyn Fischer, Nancy Gray, Lois Johnson, Evelyn Kiesel, Charlene Matousek, Joan Shaw, Evelyn Sievers, Edward Steeve. She Scours Pan To Get Her Man She Scours the Pan to Get Her Man is the title of the modernized version of She Stoops to Conquer, by Oliver Goldsmith, which is being presented by Miss Jane Carleton's first period 3B English class this week. The regular version was first read as a class assignment. The com- mittee in charge of discussion then asked for permission to give the play in its modernized version. The authors are Shirley and Lois Melt- zer. The scene of the play is trans- posed from an English tavern to one of the outlying road houses of Norwood Park. The dialogue is completely t1'anslated into the lingo of present-day youth. Those familiar with the play will remember that it was not as the daughter of the house, but as the maid, that Kate made the conquest of her lover-hence, the change in title. Tafts gridders play Lake View tomorrow at 12:30 at Winnemac. Next Saturday they play the final game of the season with Roosevelt at 2 p. m. About 1,750 Taftites attended the Schurz game. Don't let colder weather chill the enthus- iasm which makes or breaks the team's spirit. Page 31 oufncil at Heaa' Of C l ub A ctivities With Novel Plans As a result of the election Octo- ber 22 Charlotte Frank will take over the secretarial duties of the Student Council. Those assigned as chairmen of the various committees are Carl English, publicityg Jeannette Beh- rens, ways and meansg Nancy Gray, library. Appointed to represent their var- ious classes on the executive com- mittee are Lorraine Bixby and Betty Peterson, freshmeng Ruth Kohtala and Louis Michels, sopho- moresg Lorraine Blume and Mary Gill, juniors: Jeannette Behrens and George Crist, seniors. Future plans include a possible Sad-ie Hawkin's dance to which the school will be invited free of charge. Betas Collect Old Paper At last-a chance to dispose of those accumulating newspapers and magazines, which are only taking up valuable space! Who is doing the community so great a service by holding this gigantic magazine and paper campaign? The Taft Beta Tri-Hi-Y. They'll be around at your doors and more than welcome any contributions. If you wish to take advantage of this opportunity, get in touch with any of the Beta girls. Business Guild Meets Today During their meeting today, the Business Guild will hold a general business discussion. This w:ill take in up to date economic problems and the effect of the war on Ameri- can business. Senior Girls To Buy China In View of the difficulties met each time the Senior Girls serve refreshments, a motion was carried at Wednesdays meeting to pur- chase china and a steel cabinet to hold the set. The deadline for ordering pins is November 12. Josephine Gendielle, Betty MC- Quilkin, and Gladys Brown enter- tained last Wednesday. Honor Society Plans Variety, Talent Show Talents of topnotch Taftites will be revealed in the auditorium No- vember 18 when the Honor society holds its variety and talent show to raise funds for the coming year, Joan Shaw, general chairman, an- nounced today. M-iss Martha Hinkel, sponsor, will arrange for auditions for per- sons possessing possible talent. Any honor student will be eligible to perform for this gala event. Page 32 Taft Tribune Gus Ghost Cuts Capers at Debut of Spoohs Logan summoned all his super- natural powers to snap this pre- view of what the welldressed ghost will wear tonight at the biggest coming-out party of the season. As you can see on the model ap- paritions shown here, styles have changed very little since last Octo- ber. The most noticable trend is the coy way in which the sheet is draped about the hips. Stanley tried the methods of every known spiritualist to coax the retiring creatures into mak- ning a screen test. Trying to in- duce some rather shy ectoplasm to strut its stuff, he used an old fav- orite of the mediums, The procedure is to stand in a dark room. concentrate on the spirit you are calling hack to earth, and cry out. Laughing eyes. laugh- ing eyes! -whereupon said spirit appears. Much as he'd like to, Stanley dare not reveal the ingenious way in which he called those long, bony hands from the gloom, for he might be sued by the magicians' union. After lenghthy conferences with Karloff, Topper, and Frankenstein, he achieved the transparent effect of the ghosts. The scene in Mac- beth in which the ghost of Duncan crashes Mat-'s dinner party inspired the siated apparition. Don't forget: The Goblins'Ql get you too at the Stomp tonight if you don't watch out. Pat Dolan October 3 The Tribune photographt ley Logan, follows the antic Ghost in an exclusive pre the Spook Stomp. Gus, t ghost ever to be photo makes his debut at this T bration. Hold that ghost! seen the general idea as Marga Scott, 213, baton twirler, cu rug with our hero in the leelow. Gus flings a mean sl gets so hepped up that or-ca as in the picture at left, h sit down and rest his we: uum. Cornstalks, pumpkins, ca bats provide the tangihlc while spirits and your ima create the supernatural phere, Gus and his colleague temporarily forsaken their yards and daily haunting anticipation of the er spooky time to be held Gus himself haunted overt two weeks in order to pei eerie talents. Gus's first cousin. the wi her pet bats make up the audience. From her aerial 1 a stall-bar, she cackles glee the tune of everything frm Me Daddy to Concerto Ft Creatures from the weir of make-believe crash the t l'ind bleacher seats only. Ghost is on his sheet agail for a thrilled audience. The M Supernatural Zombies Photographed at Stomp a larch of Talent Tuesda sive Till 0 To Thanksgiving It Hurts I 1 U' Q Collection No. 5 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois November 14, 1941 kets On Sale Grid Match City Champs annual interleague charity game between the cham- f the Chicago public high and the Catholic high played Saturday, will be ver 29, at Soldier Field. go's Own Christmas Benefit ill again sponsor the game heretofore the entire pro- zill be devoted to the pur- lf clothing for needy chil- g the last seven years 520,- ldren have been provided trm clothing and new shoes this fund. nt tickets, selling at 25 ich, may be obtained from business managers. Jilities are that Fenger or vill represent the public Leo or Fenwick the Catho- Johnson Talks Civilian Defense 1 Radio Today Jilliam H. Johnson, superin- of schools, will speak over Jn the significance of health fnse at 1:30 p. m. today, de- l Health and Welfare day as f Civilian Defense week, ner 11 to 16. Station WJJD at 2:30 p. m., day, designated War against day, Doctor Johnson ad- teachers and pupils on their ution to the save for de- program. estions were made as to the ig of personal belongings le relative activities that be carried on in household lustrial arts classes. iers and students are asked est economies pertinent to a ed war against waste. rday, Sign up for Defense udents urged their parents -ighbors to volunteer their s for civilian defense at mlice and fire stations. ay all Chicago public schools ned Armistice assemblies in ont. on page 35, col. 49 Honor Society Presents Variety Show r w Honor Society officers relax temporarily to witness a performance scheduled for the society's variety show to be staged next Tuesday. They are. leit to right: Charlotte Frank. vice-president: Robert Smith. president: Doris Zonsius. secretary: Lillian Marek. treasurer. See column 4 for complete story on show. Answer Experts To Spar Again As a result of their victory over Hirsch in the radio quiz, Young America Answers, Saturday morn- ing, November 1, Taft's radio team, composed of Merideth Granger, Norman Esserman, and Bruce Kelso, 4B's, will compete in the semi-finals Saturday, December 13. Alternates are Bill Bessemer and Carol Thormahlen. At their debut, Taft's quiz kids were not at all baffled by questions on substitutes necessary because of defense. An interesting feature of the pro- gram was four dramatic episodes dealing with democratic ideals. Each school was to identify the main character or point out the er- rors in two of these scenes. The Taft team successfully an- swered its two on the execution of King Charles I of England and on the First Continental Congress. James Downing, president of the Student Council, thanked the spon- sors for giving Taft a chance to ap- pear on the program. The team was presented with a Universal Edition of the World Atlas for the school. Lunclzroom Spreads Gastronorhic Treat Coming Tuesday Hang on to your hats, kids, for here comes the announcement of that stupendous annual lunchroom Thanksgiving special to be held next Tuesday. For a mere 30 cents the Taft student will receive his fill of tan- talizing roast Tom turkey, dressing, and giblet gravy, his choice of mashed turnips or peas and carrots plus bread and butter, and his choice of dessert-pumpkin or ap- ple pie. Of course, if Joe Stude doesn't get his allowance until Wednesday, there is a 15-cents special which is also a super-nifty. This luscious luncheon consists of a hot turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes and gravy, and cranberry sauce. Last year Mrs. Blanche Smith, lunchroom manager, bought 500 pounds of turkey and every bit but one lonely 20-pound bird was de- voured. Although the enrollment at Taft has decreased, Mrs. Smith expects to buy even more turkey for this year's feast. Remember the day - Tuesday, November 18. Puppets, Cartoonist, Dancers, Skits Command Spotlight By Jeanne Lutz Yes, the highbrows are making front page news again. This time they are going to unveil their di- vers talents in a variety show shed- uled for next Tuesday at 2:30 p. m. With most of Taft's accomplished students belonging to the Honor Society, this performance promises to be a truly gala affair. Last se- mester's hobby show and flower festival are two examples of their ability for undertaking feats of this kind. Serving as masters of ceremony for the occasion are Marjorie Wil- liams and Beverly Palm. To Present Skit Along the dramatic line y0u'll find Charlotte Frank and Ann Mc- Taggart imitating characters from a well known humorous skit, Shir- ley Jasper presenting a monologue, and Patsy Dolan, Annette Avery, Leila Anderson, Phyllis Dolan, and Lois Meltzer revealing their skill with puppets. Lucille Nitsche has coached a. group of girls in artistic dances, as this is to be entirely a student af-- fair. The following, including Lu- cille, will participate: Nancy Gray, Lorraine Letsch, Betty Mueller, Dolores Klisch, Celestine Hoffman, Shirley Ehmke, Betty Holiday, and Lucille Ford. Celestine Hoffman will also per form a Spanish dance. Artist to Sketch Audience Daniel Schneider plans to cartoon characters from the audience. Be on your guard lest you be chosen as the victim. Last but not least, the show will be honored by the presence of the ever-in-demand concert orchestra. Members of the orchestra who are likewise members of the Honor so- ciety are Betty Hodous and Carolyn Rappold, pianists: Constance Hu- mecki, Phillip Marquette, and Claire Meyer, violinistsg Marjorie Soper, cellistg Ed Steeve, cornetist: and Daniel Schneider, trumpet player. An inspiring grand finale will corrplete the program. Admission is 11 cents. 'age 34 All Musical Units To Participate In Fall Concert Taft's annual fall concert, at fhich all of the school's musical rganizations will perform, is zheduled for December 9 at 8 p. m. The symphony orchestra, con- ucted by Mr. Jack Rapier, which eceived an NS rating in last sea- Jn's city contest, will feature the .rst movement of Beethoven's 'ifth Symphony, which contains ie currently popular 4' 'V' for Vic- Jry theme. Mrs. Ruth Lino's girls' chorus 'ill star their triple trio composed f Marinella DeRoeck, Josephine endielle, and Evelyn Soellner, so- ranosg Margaret Konczyk, Grace 'ybakken, and Lillian Wahlquist. econd sopranosg and Barbara El- s, Marilyn Ellis, and Jeannette lane, altos. The mixed chorus, directed by Irs. Eleanore Smithg the begin- ing, intermediate, and concert ands, and string ensemble, all con- ucted by Mr. Rapier, will also ap- ear. Col. Al Sweet, formerly with .ingling Brothers' circus, will ap- ear as guest conductor with the Jncert band. He will direct a larch he wrote for the circus and Victor Herbert number. Tickets may be purchased from usiness managers for 28 cents. Praise Of Unsung Fleroes Now Rung Unsung heroes now in the lime- ght are the hitherto unpublished tudents who help in the office uring various periods of the day. Without these willing and cap- ble assistants, states Miss Cath- ine Dempsey, the office would be efinitely handicapped. T h e s e elpers save Mrs. O'Connell, Mrs. liedel, and me many steps. Girls who work are Millis Deck- rt and Lois Varnell, 4B's, Lenore .indahl and June Ringquist, 3A's, nd Ruth Daly, 3B. Senior boys are Charles Drufke, Villiam Freitag, and Hal Lloyd. -erald Klinger, Steve Napier, Paul adgitt, John Pokorney, David Vit- ,, and Robert Yeaman represent ie 1A's. Louis Michels, 2A, James Daniel, A, Burton Green and Albert Sand- Jck, 3B's, are other workers. Office boys, who are under the ipervision of Principal L. A. Hoef- ' and are selected by Mrs. hrissie Lascher, study hall super- isor, are chosen for their cour- asy, neatness, and dependability. These students are not only help- 1g the office, but are giving them- zlves office experience which will ay dividends. Taft Tribune Senior Officers Are Riding High Sitting on top ol the world as a result oi the 4A election held last Wed- nesday are George Crist. president. sitting nearest the south pole: Norma Tess. secretary. perched behind him on Labrador: lack Winton. treasurer. with his legs sprawled all over the western states: and Evelyn Sievers, vice-president, freezing in Alaska 671 Dancers Attend Gala Opening Night Of Taft Social Center To the tune of one, two, glide, the Taft social center was started on its, way for at least a six-weeks' engagement Hallowe'en night with an attendance of 671. Although it rained continually, the spirit of the fun seekers was not daunted. At 7 p. m. about 150 people, who heretofore had been ill at ease on a dance floor, started on their way to social success by taking advantage of the instruction offered by Miss LaRayne Rhode. Social dancing began at 8:30. The orchestra of five musicians, directed by Al Marney, played ev- erything, from the Skaters' waltz to swing selections. The comedians of the evening were Howard Behm, who, with his made-up face, broomstick skirt, blouse, wig, silk stockings, and orange shoes, had a dee-lightful time dancing with his partner, George Hopper, who was decked out in bow-tie, white shirt, and tails At 9:30 slides were flashed on the wall. The first was a song, thanking the sponsors for the cen- ter, the second, a welcome to the boys in uniformg and the third, the currently popular Shine on, Har- vest Moon. Boys, recommended by three teachers, and having parental per- mission, are serving Mr. Leonard Teuscher, manager of the Taft cen- ter, as assistants. Regularly helping with the sell- ing, marking, and collecting of anagers Boost Tribune Sales Orchids to the following business managers for selling 40 or more copies of the Halloween issue of the Trib: Betty Clawes, 2A, 106, Marquardt Albert Damitz, 4B, 107, Kiley Gloria Giacoma, BB, Lascher Helen Guernsey, 4B, Carleton Lorraine Jachim, 4B, Holmes Angeline Jindra, 3B, 216, Weinstein Herby Kowalski, 4A, 319, Lopate Elaine Liss, 3A, 105, Fink Marcia Litke, 3B, 110, Allen Evelyn Schneider, 4A, 311, Devenish Lois Swanson, 4B, 217, Lewis Gladys Thor, 4A, 205, Moloney Special honors go to the two af- ternoon managers who sold 40 or more. They are: Jack Ferguson, 2B, 113, Holterhoff Richard Petterson, 1B, 212, Mc- Murtry Divisions 210, 316, a.m. 108, 110, 117, 206, 208, 209 216, 217, 219, 221, 301, 311i and 107, 211, 214, 312, 316, and 317 p.m. should go stand in the corner for selling less than 30 copies. tickets are Norman Callignon, Ar- thur Krause, and Eugene Weng- lowski. William Patterson and Donald Esser are in charge of the public address system, while Bill Darrow, Howard Lechler, and Judd Pope take hall guard posts. To insure the safe-keeping of patrons' coats, Richard Gill is in charge of a band of five coat check- ers: Donald Burke, Donald Cres- well, Richard Krause, Francis Scheibe, and Donald Stephan. November 14, Preszkient Cris Appoints Gran For Committe George Crist, president 1 senior class, announced tod: following as members of tht mittees for graduation activi Joan Shaw, chairman of the uation committee, assisted l ward Steeve, Lorraine Hansel ert Pankau, Henry Vande Lois Johnson, and Barbara I Members of the prom cc tee are Bill Lessmann, cha Lois Mau, Evelyn Sievers, Gojkovich, Eldridge Adams, ' Dubs, and Richard Landerho The social committee w headed by Charlene Mat aided by Jack Winton, Hel Kritikson, Evelyn Kiesel, l Tess, Lionel Louthan, ani Peterson. For the gift committee Stephen will be chairman Jean Crist, Howard Behm, Shadel, Marilyn Fischer, 1 Stone, and Betty Miller assisi Publicity for the class vs handled by Nancy Gray, cha Henry Belzer, Doris Carlson, A Erickson, and Mary Jane Sh Tskl Tskl Exper Don't Know F01 Alas, those brainy brats 1 airways have been stumped a Taft's radio team met its ' loo last Wednesday at the lur given in their honor by Blanche Smith, lunchroom dir not one of them knew whicl to use first and why. Present at the informal tete-a-tete were Mrs. Smith: Maud Nelson and Mr. Kenne bon of the facultyg James Do' president of the Student Cc and the team: Meredith Gr Bill Bessemer, Norman Essf Bruce Kelso, and Carol Thc len. Prin. L. A. Hoefer and ll Teuscher, assistant principal their regrets for not being a attend because of a previoi pointment. The world Atlas that the won at the radio duel with 1 was presented to the schoof book will be kept in the libra student reference. It will not be mentioned Norman Esserman disgrace team by finishing the lur with a fork left over. Beg Your Pardon In the last issue of the the name of Mr. Malcolm! Cuaig, sponsor of the comm assembly, was not spelled Cuaig. Mr. McCuaig spell name McC11aig. Jvember 14, 1941 feep Freedom 7zru ducation: Doctor johnson By Dr. Wm. H. Johnson 'he entire country is observing irogram of education this month. e theme of the program is Edu- ion for a Strong America. That is a subject which is famil- to all of us. In all our lessons have learned to appreciate the edoni that is ours: freedom of sch, freedom of religion, free- n of education. Ve can be proud of our heritage reedom. It has inspired faith in hearts of the American people l it has striven to educate all of citizens. That is a part of the lerican plan-education for all. 2 students in our schools today resent America's plan of educa- 1: physical fitness, democracy, imunity welfare. . nation is as strong as its indi- uals. Cherish the ideals of erica and you will help to zngthen its morale day by day. lub Urganizations eep Brisk Pace tusiness Guild Meets Today viscussion today in Business ld the sixth period in room 207 l involve the fundamentals of ce management, what people do an office, what is expected of in an office, and the first igs that every secretary should w. .atin Club to Elect Officers Iuring the meeting today in 320 ing long division, the Latin J will elect officers. L was voted at their last meet- to give five dollars to the Chil- n's Aid society. ollowing the meeting Mildred la entertained the Latins with tp dance, and Doris Zonzius and 'y Jane Caboor, a Mexican ce. enior Clubs to Donate Flag iancing to the music of the Es- 'es, the Senior Boys' and Sen- Girls' clubs enjoyed their self- isored Silver and Blue dance Monday. The purpose of this ce is to raise money for a Jol flag. . T. A. Visits Library special delegation from the ent-Teacher association will t the library the eighth per- today as part of the program Chicago Education week. All ents are invited. Taft Tribune Ring Around The Student Council f Putting their heads together to rejoice over the success of their Sadie Hawkins dance ol November 5. Student Council officers and executive com- mittee plan a Christmas dance. They are, beginning a bit after 6:30, read- ing clockwise: Iames Downing, president: Charlotte Frank, secretary: Iack Michels, 2B: Ruth Kohtala, 21-X: Lorraine Blum, 313: Lorraine Bixby, lA: Nancy Gray, vice-president: George mittee members missing from circle Peterson, IB. Crist, 4A: Mary Elaine Gill, 3A. Com- are Ieannette Behrens, 4B, and Betty t Librarians Give Book Week Skit In honor of Book Week the li- brary presented a short skit to the English students. A dialogue car- ried on between Mrs. Old Book and Mrs. New Book emphasized the ill treatment given the books and rules for their care. A poem en- titled, Get a Book, was recited. The cast portraying these charac- ters during the different periods were: Ellajane Osinske, June Per- kins, Lorraine Bixby, Lorraine Blum, Joy Mo1'gan, Margaret Riley, Delores Haas, Lorraine Ranke, Pauline Schwartz, Henrietta Mark, Lois Gates, Nancy Night, Florence Shirley, Mary Kwietnewski. Among the exhibits set up for the week were the display loaned by the art department to tie up with Alaskan literature, a book-binding project, and drawings illustrating passages in certain books. Book marks showing the Dewey- dscimal classifications were given to all the students. The results of the Book Hit Parade, in which all students cast votes, will be announced in the next issue. fune Valeclictorian, Now Working GirL Edits Local Papers From reporter on a high school newspaper to editor of three news- papers may seem a fantastic jump, Lut Harriet Myers, June '41, has done just this. From ace reporter on the Taft Tribune, she has risen to the editor- ship of the Edison Parker, the Nor- icood Park Citizen, and the Spec- tator. She obtained the position in- directly through Mrs. Mary Far- rell, vocational counselor. Harriet does everything on these papers from digging up facts to reading final proofs. She writes and types all the stories, composes the headlines, plans the make-up, and does all the proof-reading. She finds the proof-reading the most enjoyable of all her duties because of the odd typographical errors that often appear. One ex- ample she cites is the line that read the bride was dressed in a long, white veil. Harriet intends to work until next fall, when she will enroll at the Conservatory of Music at Ober- lin, Ohio. Her main ambition is some day to open a music school of her own. Page Council Roll Call Runs Gamut of Frosh to Senior Serving the school as member: the Student Council for this ser ter are the following 4A's: Gec Crist, Nancy Gray, Henrietta B ickson, Stephen Kruty, Pat Pe son, and Mary Jane Shirley. 4B's are Jeannette Behrens, Dolan, Pat N. Dolan, Ed Edg J sephine Gendielle, Jean Hem George Hopper, Olive Horst, Dor Johnson, Robert Johnson, Gln Kissel, Stanley Logan, Cari Weber, and Florence Zielinski. Robert Bianchi, James Down Carl English, Charlotte Fra Mary Elaine Gill, Marian Holt Marilyn Izard, and Betty Mct mick are the 3A's. 3B's are Lorraine Blum, E Bonschowsky, Alice Bringe, El beth Bruszewski, Shirley F1 Mary Ann Jacobson, Jeanne K land, Margaret Konczyk, Art Krause, Phyllis Lange, Paul Pheeters, Joyce Merritt, Gec Myles, Richard Norlie, Gilbert I lish, Judd Pope, Hillard Wachow Velda Wagner, Calvin Wells, Floyetta Wheeler. 2A's are Charles Clark, Viv Hansen, Ruth Kohtala, How Vore, and Frances Wayne. 2B's are Jean Boyle, James M Louis Micliels, Martha Ret meyer, Mildred Rons, Da: Schneider, Marjorie Soper, 1 Robert Warner. 1Als are Jennie Foxnog, Ha Gray, Jacqueline Grotte, and R ard Michalek. 1B's are Fred Bernard, Lorra Bixby, George Bond, Robert Cr Georgiean Gore, Jack Hurlb' Clifford Kimball, Stephan Nap Edward Okajewicz, Elizabeth Pe son, and Betty Williams. - Dr. Johnson Talk On Civilian Defen: tCont. from page D conjunction with the Amerit Legion to call attention to the tire civilian defense program 2 to urge co-operation. All high sch ROTC units participated in the mistice parade Tuesday. Programs for tomorrow, Civil Protection day, and Sunday, F1 dom day, will appear in metrop tan dailies. Careers Day Announce Mrs. Mary Farrell, vocatioi counsellor, announced today tl Careers day will take place I cember 4. Watch next issue : details. f A . Page 36 Taft Tribune November 14, Hurry. Hurr . Hurr I Hurry! Hurry! Hurry! Only a few days remain for you to contribute to the Thanksgiving collection for the Children's Aid fund. Remember-the money from this fund is used exclusively for helping needy school children to obtain clothing-coats, suits, dresses, under- clothing, hosiery, and shoes. Your support will afford many students the opportunity of staying in school. At least 204 Taftites benefited from this fund last year by making application in the office. Even in this land of plenty there are many needy individuals, and though government spending in the defense program has brought pros- perity to many friends, a reversal may have been felt in so-called non- essential industries. And remember-your little bit has a great part in the big total. Whistlers Not Appreciated Exactly how do you whistle? I once asked my small brother. Oh, said he, like this, and he pursed his lips and sent forth a tune that went rocketing along up the scale to high something-or-other and then came sliding down again. Nothing daunted, I imitated him as far as puckeriug up my mouth, but somehow I lost the path at that point, and my only reward was a disconsolate rush of air. I tried again. Results? Depressing, I never have succeeded in whistling, and feel that life will never be complete until I learn to do so. Whistling is undoubtedly an accomplish- ment. As has just been proved, not every one can whistle. So, if you are numbered among those fortunate souls who can, why cheapen your ability by exhibiting it everywhere? Helen Jepson and Martinelli don't perform unless specifically asked to: so why should you? Besides, William Howard Taft high school is definitely not the setting for an amateur hour. Thaleia Cheronis, 3B. Oh, That After Feeling! I'm sending you this little poem on how to keep a happy home After Thanksgiving. Get up at noon and sit right down to a table that'll make you round After Thanksgiving. Eat more turkey, you don't care: it's s'posed to give you curly hair After Thanksgiving. That cranberry sauce is going fast: have some: you don't care if't lasts After Thanksgiving. Time now for the third piece o' pie: don't worry, kiddo, you won't die After Thanksgiving. Hark, the herald angels sing Beechman's pills are just the thing After Thanksgiving. Barbara Ellis, 4A. Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Ave., Chicago. Ill. November 14. 1941 Price Five Cellfl First class honor rating, National Scholastic Press Association Editor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. Assistant editor: Pat Dolan. Feature editors: Norman Esserman, Nancy Gray. Copy editors: Lois Johnson, Norma Tess. Reporters: Bill Bessemer, Mary Boarini, Frank Bostwick, Doris Carlson. Carl English, Doris Erickson, Mabel I-Ieen, Olive Horst, Donald Johnson. Shlrlee Kaage, Jeanette Kane, Jean Lutz, Robert Smith. Ed Thompson. Exchange editor: Winnie Pufunt. Typists: Henry Belzer, Mary Elaine Gill. Photography: Stanley Logan, Al Whitney, assistant. Circulation adviser: Mr. Paul W. Blgler, Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn L. Perry. Taste in Comics Varzes: R eporter By Mary Elaine Gill Do you wait frantically from day to day to see what will happen to your favorite comic pals as they mangle their way through life? If you do, you have something in com- mon with the funny-followers be- low, who tell us who their favorite comic strip characters are and why. Dorothy Bock, 2A, enjoys Bren- da Starr not only for the story itself, but for the exquisite gowns Brenda wears. Jackie Shay, lA, and Miss Mabel Berquist, English teacher, agree upon Skeezix as their fa- vorite because he's so true to life and typical of the modern youth of today. Did We Say Young? The young love angle between grandpa and Cleopatra in Abbie 'n' Slats interests Jean Ander- son, 2B. Dagwood's super deluxe sand- wiches in Blondie appeal to Marion Gercken, 3B, as she delights in the creations he whips up at a moment's notice. Being active himself, Florian Mack, 1B, admires Dick Tracy and his ingenuity in solving crimes. June Ringquist, 3A, chooses Ter- ry and the Pirates, as she likes the strange adventures Terry and- Pat are always getting into, while Ru- dolph Kuper, 1A, likes the way Milton Caniff etches the characters. especially Burma. Duck Gets Boiled! Donald Duck appeals to Hank Juergensen, 2A, as Donald, like himself, always manages to get into hot water. James Concannon, 3B, states that L'il Abner is his favorite comic strip. Bill Lingenfelder, 3A, like s Smiling Jack. He doesn't know why, but he just likes it. But, of course, the little deicers have noth- ing to do with it! Eagle Squawks U. S. A. Calling Most other high schools have radio clubs, interested members, and a radio broadcasting station. We have many students inter- ested in radio and four boYS li' censed to operate a radio station. Mr. Vestal, physics instructor, has consented to act as sponsor if enough students indicate their de sire for a radio club. What do you say, students of Taft? After all, it is up to you whether Taft has a radio club or not, for a radio club cannot be limited to a small group of Select students. Burton Green, 3B. . In the ual Ut the New 1 ByMary Elaine Gill It Says Here: One of the bright studf Miss Clara Larson's math l Robert Ketcham, 1B, who that a formula is sorta recipe, because you have to right stuff together in 01 make either turn out. Just Average: The trouble with the aver: today is that she thinks she average. Candy Dumb Bell Poem: There was a crooked mar Who walked a crooked To the electric chair. Heard in a Chem Lab: Mr. Purcell: What does stand for? Beverly Singer: Ah, it' on the tip of my tongue. Mr. Purcell: You'd bettel out then: it's nitric acid. Encyclopedia Taftannica. Encores: That which actors and deflates Taftites Th Famous Last Words: Test tomorrow. Sure, I've a swell exc' yesterday. I bet I can go up this staircase. Your excuse for yesterda And now pass forwar homework. P Pet Peeves: Teachers going up dow ways. A I Encores given us freely l ing. Encores given us freely Encores given us freely. Encores given us. Encores given. Encores. Em Little White Lies: But our alarm didn't go morning. Guess Attention, Camera The 1941 Internation: tographic Salon, consis over 600 carefully selec amples of contemporar era work is now on di: the Museum of Science dustry, where it will rerr til November 22. Camera clubs and int interested in photograj invited to view the saloi will be open from 9:30 5:30 p. m. Saturdays ai days. :mber 14, 1941 Taft Tribune Page 37 if the Bear-Q ill' O f' 0--- liwllllblnrmi Ilv'll4lH'lU'5Q'R Waiting - - see some fashionable gal trip ner long beads. ,ttend a dance where the stag- loes something else besides .te the wall. that sunny autumn weather sad about in books. see a teacher go up a down ay. a twirler to drop her baton he orchestra pit. the time when girls' sweaters Jmpletely conceal their skirts. ng Thoughts - - 5 not pleasant to find a hole 's shoe after walking through dle. lpathy for the future genera- who will have to study about rar. you ever see a girl wearing on a rainy day? A pretty sight! CEspecially if you're rllj s time of the year is most sing and not a bit amusing at sometimesj. It keeps one ither just trying to figure out to wear. If you don a jacket, bound to turn frigid, and if ,ppear in a ski-suit, the sun ome out and laugh at you. ,ecognize -- - 'ley Becher by her cute feath- rcut. s Meltzer by her knobby 'de Anderson by his sheepdog la Veronica Lake. ly Lahey by his familiar salu- , Hi, Fatty! Buddies by their neat ap- ice and quiet ways. ck Gauger by the dreamy n his eyes. e Thorson by her corny jokes. .on Pederson by his bright remarks. liar Quotations - - Ly Winkelhaus: Oh, I get d, kid! y Elaine Gill: Carbolic acid! 's goodby in any 1anguage.J ,ne Von Ehren: You're not L'! Wilkens: Oh, my goo'ness! Brinkworth: On her it looks Smith: Yeah, you! ge Bailey: Could be! luates Only! Lduating seniors interested rtaining scholarships from A college should see Mrs. Farrell, senior counsellor. ndidates wil take an exam- rn December 5 at 8:30 a. m. ds will be based also on ents' high school records. Some Maize News B T rial-Error The cold weather seems to be bothering Mr. Arthur Mooney, ad- ministrative aide. He is now wear- should keep his well as provide ing ties which throat warm as good business for eye doctors. Petty Art? Howie Vore, 2B, entertained Miss Helen Unseth's seventh period art class the other day by giving him- self and the surrounding walls and floor an unexpected shower. Well, gee whiz, how's a fellow supposed to know that the water comes out with such force? he de- fends himself. Jack Kapfhamer, 2A, also of Miss Unseth's class, will certainly make some girl a nice wife. To break the monotony he goes around scrub- bing desks, and from latest reports he certainly wields a mean dust rag. When walking into his first per- iod medieval history class recently, Mr. Kenneth Osbon remarked that he had just found a 75-millimeter shell containing enough dynamite for hundreds of boys. Investigation showed it to be a tube of lipstick. Suggested Theme Songs: By popular request one verse of the song which the girls of Taft have made popular is printed be- low. All together now. Scatterbra.in --John Wortman Green Eyes -Mary Jane Caboor You Must Hve Been a Beautiful Baby -Ruth Shaeffer Wise Old Ow1 -Bruce Kelso You're a Natural -Evelyn Stan- ke. Dark Eyes - Fizz Janis Sophisticated Lady - Blanche Tanney My Sister and I -George Zima Reminders: Joan Bennett-Jean Wayne Abbott and Costello--Bob Cros- ton and Fred Fassnacht Blondie-Lorraine Offeldt Leila Ernst-Bette Cameron Jeffery Lynn-Mr. C. Johnson That Corridor Pest They All Detest Dorothy Clifford, 2A, presents poetically her version of the Taft tribulation pictured on page 39' How the danger ebbs and flows When through the halls he rushing goes 3 Dashing, yelling, pushing, crash- ing- Where his brains are, no one knows Oh, what pain we must endure When he bumps and shoves and kicks- No more manners than a flea! Who can this disaster be? ED. NOTE: The Trib gladly wel- comes all contributions. Girl of the Month The credit for the success of the Honor Society's hobby show last semester belongs wholly to Henri- etta Kritickson, Prin. L. A. Hoefer's choice for November's girl of the month. Henrietta, or Hank as she is known to her friends, was put in complete charge of the affair by Miss Martha Hinkel, club sponsor. Hank is also a member of the stu- dent council, G. A. A., was the sec- retary of the Senior Girls' last June, and was a candidate for the secretaryship of the senior class. Her hobbies are shooting, horse- back riding, and archery. Her pet peeves are coke dates, noisy radios, and making-up in public. Her one idiosyncracy is slurping spaghetti. She likes beautiful white teeth, good dressers, dinner dates, and boogie-woogief' Saturdays Henrietta steps into the role of salesgirl at a neighbor- hood bakery. After graduation Henrietta is going to Moser Business College, Henrietta Kritickson and after that her main ambitioi is to get married. The T rihzme Presents Miss Nelson Miss Nelson Gladly welcomed as a. new mem ber to the faculty is Miss Maud Nelson, history teacher, who ha come to Taft from Tuley. Miss Nelson, a native Chicagoan received her high school diploma a Carl Schurz and later attended th University of Illinois, earning at A.B. degree. History, in which Miss Nelsoi majored from high school days or is still her favorite subject, thougj collecting pictorial maps and hili ing are among her hobbies. The newness of the building, th co-operation of the students, an the friendliness of everyone ai tracted Miss Nelson when she cam to Taft. Miss Nelson attended the Un: versity of California on her sal batical leave last year, and befor returning to Chicago, she tourel the west and Canada. An ambitiol was realized when she took a. cami ing trip through Death Valley. Miss Nelson's pet peeve is worl coming in late. Poet Pays Tribute to Gridders By Norb Paulish Our football team should be praised, For our standings they have up- raised. They won some games, and lost some, too, But, after all, even the best teams do. They showed their power and gal- lant fight By going into the game with all their might. Never minding the odds or the size of the men, They just went in there detel mined to win, To bring victory to Taft and tt Who was their leader against thei' foe. He was their idol: for him the: fought: Such devoted loyalty could not bt bought. By this little poem I'm trying tn show That the team gave all for Taf' and for Joe. Page 38 Taft Tribune Study Of Careers Unveils Vocational Aptitudes, Talents , By Doris Ericksen Do you want to be the happiest person in the world 10 years after you leave Taft? Then you must .find your place in the occupational world, for the individual must be .contented in his work if he is to achieve happiness. . The successful person has found the niche in the working world that suits his abilities, interests, and personality. For some sure fire assistance in studying yourself and the occu- pational world, join the careers class. N Writing your autobiography pro- 'vides the first step in the process of discovering the real you. Stan- dardized tests give you a more sci- entific measure of your abilities and achievements. Occupations Analyzed An analysis of the occupation you are looking forward to will ac- quaint you with the qualifications and duties of the job and give you information about the valuable working conditions in that field. When yourself, you take a good look at analyzing your abilities, and compare them with the require- ments for the job, you can decide Whether you will be interested in pursuing such a career. If that career requires college preparation and you are financial- ly able to plan for the work, the careers course will help you to choose the college or university best suited to your individual needs. ln order to familiarize the stu- dent with the layout of a large edu- cational plant, each semester the careers class makes a tour of one of the universities in the Chicago area. Advice on Business Schools Also, states Miss Agnes Kiley, now teaching the careers course, this class helps in the selection of business colleges and trade schools those students interested in this type of post-graduate training. Additional information is gained through movies and speakers from business firms and vocational schools. , Careers Da.y, held once a semes- ter, gathers together authorities from many occupations who speak to groups of senior students. The test records from the careers classes are a valuable aid to Mrs. Mary Farrell, the vocational coun- selor, in helping 4A students in their job selections. The fact that Taft has a larger percentage of students in careers than most of the Chicago high schools proves that the students have discovered the value of the course. Know e Truthy Whom Do You Consider the Worst Pest ' In the Lunchroom 1 Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 250 words. Name, semester grade in school, and divi- sion number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be returned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsbg the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published eh this page in the December 16 issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Monday, Nov. 24. Such Makes News In Other Schools Students of La Junta high school, La Junta, Colorado, are sponsoring a Walk to School, Keep Them Flying campaign. This is the first school in the United States to spon- sor such a campaign. The funda- mental motive of the plan is to conserve gasoline. According to the Orange and Black, McKinley's news sheet, a man must be a contortionist these days. First he has to keep his back to the wall and his ear to the ground. Then he must put his shoulder to the wheel, his nose to the grindstone, keep a level head. and have both feet on the ground. Chessmen for Soldiers In an effort to co-operate with the current U.S.O. program to help boys in camp, the industrial arts classes at South Shore high school are hard at work making chessmen for chess games to be given to the soldiers. . Girls and boys of Proviso high school, Maywood, Illinois, will put on a regular Dogpateh pageant No- vember 1. The grand opportunity of the get-together will be offered the girls present when each will have a chance to snag her man in a Sadie Hawkins chase. Wolfusses Become Wolves A so-called Maidens' Week was held at Traverse City high school, Traverse City, Michigan. Girls played lady cavalier to their gen- tlemen friends. Duties expected of the tems were: Waiting on the boys, carry- ing their books, opening doors, run- ning errands, and making them- selves generally helpful. Alumnae Go Sorority Louise Soper and LaVerne Seibt, June '41, are walking around Wright eollege's corridors in pig- tails and carrying teapots because they are pledges of Alpha Beta Mu sorority. Robert Passow, June '41, a for- mer Taft netman, was one of the many who competed for thetitle when Wright opened its fall tennis tourney. Typing Classes See Movie Of Tangora, Worldfs Champion Students of the typing classes were entertained last Friday by a movie featuring Albert Tangora, world's champion typist. Mr. Tangora demonstrated the correct positions for typing and typed with various rhythms and speeds, beginning at 40 words per minute and finishing at 140. Taft typists were awed by the rapidity with which the champion changed his paper. No less than a modern miraclef' they said. Slow motion scenes demonstrated how necessary to speed it is to keep the fingers on the home keys. G. A. A. Big Sisters Escort Little Ones At a recent G.A.A. board of con-- trol meeting committees were chosen and preparations were made to carry out plans for Big-Little Sisters at Taft. A committee, with Mary Alice Youmans as chairman, will choose the sister pairs in time for the G.A.A. Christmas party. Girls of the February graduating class will have 2A little sisters: 4B girls and 2B girls will be pairedg the 3A's and 1A's will be sisters: and the 3B's will escort 1B's to the party. Basleeteers Engage Teams for Practice Basketball is getting into swing. Practice games have been signed up with several schools, the first being December 4. The practice games are as fol- lows: December 4-Foreman at Taft. December 9-Austin at Taft. December 11-Foreman at Fore- man. December 15-St. George at St. George.. W. - , December 16-Tuley at Taft. December 18-Marshall at Mar- shall. November . Peace o Roo To Be Dzlvtl In Rat Cami By Eleanor Kra There wasrrt a barn rick, a store-room or a but they ate their way hot a cheese but they hollow, not a sugar pm they cleared it out. Rai But the Pied Piper isn have anything on the s Taft by the end of Nov this month a special rat is being launched. Mrs. Adelaide Holt: charge of the campaigl urges every student to by helping to elimi and keeping a record complishments for indiv sion room reports at the month. These rodents enter hr easily than the most acl thief, using such places ered drain pipes, open unscreeiied basement w their means of entrance. Brother Rat's Obnu And once Brother Rat makes himself at hon stored-up goods. Since these pests seen a pretty good meal of garbage, a 30-gallon ga with a tight-fitting lid as a means of ridding these enemies. All waste should be ku rubbish, debris, and suck as would provide a har rats. According to statistics, rat, breeding six to 11 year and producing an 2 ter of 10 each time, wc creased to over 3,000,000 end of three years. Rats, which carry suc as bubonic plague an fever, are a menace to and welfare of a commu Piper's Technique Imp Since Chicagoans have Piper's pipes to flouri: have to take other steps of these mischievous Probably the best means ing rats is the guillotin fective if a dozen or I are used. Another remedy, red ommended by the United partment of Agriculture, ous only to rodents ai bought for 10 cents. Rat holes should be pl a mixture of cement, broken glass, or shar crockery or stone. So, come on, students! compaign over with a r that'll make the Pied l to get out of his grave al it's done. nber 14, 1941 ver Freshmen st 40 Strong Honor Society e limelight at Taft are the who have just been ini- ito Taft's Honor Society. v-five of these pupils earned ian the 18 points required iission. tudents who lead this out- g group are Mary Dalton ,rjorie Williams, who have l 27 honor points each. come these leaders: Georgia Marion Dormlund, Dorothy ', and Richard Rahn, each a have earned 26 points. Lund and Dolores Cumer- ve 25 points while James 5 23. emaining, all of whom have 22 points, are James Jak- LaVerne Sandberg, Eunice st, and Valeria Greschner. Martha Hinkel, sponsor of iety, states that although Q have set high examples, sent 1B's will offer stiff ,ion next semester and hope ed the present 1A's stand- l 'y To Appear ladio Program :nt Opinion, a DSW DY0' the Radio Council of the ? Education, will be on the 'tly over WLS. Lorraine editor-in-chief of the Taft will be a featured guest if the performances. the Board's self owned 'ated radio station, WBEZ, hortly, more programs of 5 which deal with student s of an unusual and worth- ture may be expected. 'tz Decorates Cafe on the theory that a atmosphere creates a good Warren Schwartz of Miss 'nseth's third period art donated several landscape the cafeteria. :or Gormant of the Cru- fr Vitamins, Vitality, and Vs that Warren has made contribution to humanity pictures will deal in de- the number of skinny our Pardon nd apologies to Carl Taft full-back. In the r of the Taft-Amundsen me Tribune stated that a point was scored by ssnacht, when it was t did the Scoring. Taft Tribune Taft Tribulation umber One To inaugurate the feature which will regularly accompany its present series of essay contests on Taft pests, the Trib presents pictorially Tait Tribulation Number One. The title. Taft Tribulation, was suggested by Richard Slusser, lA, ot Miss Helen Teeters's English class. Read Iames Forney's account lcolumn 4D of what the average Taltite thinks of iaywalkers. Carleson iv, Berguisth Marquarcitff Divisions Leading Ylid' Fund Leading the school as the heavi- est contributor to the Thanks- giving collection for the Children's Aid society, as this paper goes to press, is the 4B division of Miss Jane Carleton, 208 p. m. Close behind, in second and third place respectively, are Miss Mabel Berquist's 3A division, 214, and Miss Hattie Marquardt's 2A di- vision, 106. Their closest competitors are the following: 211, 4A, McConvilleg 205, 4A, Moloneyg 107, 4B, Kileyg 210, 3B, Goldfeing 219, 313, M. John- son: 301, 2A, Lino 308, 2B, Ryan, and 217, 1B, Schmidt. The Latin club for the second consecutive year is contributing five dollars. Evidently 212 p. m. is reserving a huge surprise for Taft, for they are keeping the amount of their collection a secret. During the first week of the cam- paign 35220 was turned in. GBIG IF Claims Mooney Why not buy a 1937 Olds? dreamily drawled Mr. Arthur Moo- ney to his colleague, Miss Catherine Dempsey, as he rammed his 1937 Olds into the rear of Miss Jane Carleton's limousine last Friday as they were leaving school. Gridders Vanquish Lakeview 19-13 Taft won its third game of the season by defeating Lake View 19 to 13 Saturday, November 1, at Winnemac Park. A touchdown early in the first quarter by English, fullback, on 'a 20-yard run, gave Taft a 6 to 0 lead over their opponents. The ex- tra point was missed and the score remained 6 to 0. A pass from Fassnacht, halfback, to English in the second quarter, was complete for another touch- down. The extra point was made by English and the score was 13 to 0. Late in the second quarter Lake View scored on an intercepted pass, making the score 13 to 6. The extra point was missed. The third quarter, in which Ling- enfelder, halfback, scored on a 15- yard run, brought the score to 19 for Taft and 6 for Lake View. On Lingenfelder's first run the play was called back, but he scored on the next. The extra point was blocked. Lake View again scored on a long pass, and the extra point was good, making the score 19 to 13. From this point on both teams failed to score, and the game ended with Taft in possession of the ball on Lake View's 20-yard line. LOST: Six home management notebooks that were put in one of the lockers outside of the li- brary. If anyone has found them, please return to 307, C. Kelly. Page 39 aywalker Elected As Corridor Pest By Robert Forney, Contest Champion James Forney, English 5 student of Miss Jane Carleton, walks off with one dollar in activity tickets as the winner of the first of the essay contests sponsored by the Taft Trib on Taft pests. f Winners of second and thirdl prizes, 50 cents and 25 cents in ac- tivity tickets, are respectively Donald Stephan, English 1 student of Miss Helen Leitenstorfer, and Duane Dean, English 3 student of Miss Dorothy Allen. The judges, Miss Maybelle Capron and Mrs. Chrissie Lascher, award honorable mention to Muriel Kauf- man, Jacqueline Shay, and Betty Ann Williams, English 1 students of Miss Amelia Monaco. James's essay, The Corridor Pests, follows: In my opinion, the person who is the greatest pest in the school corridors is the one who insists upon ignoring all the rules of courtesy and common sense by ob- structing traffic when he is in no hurry and knocking others down in his haste when he is late for class. To him I have dedicated the following poem, entitled Ode to a Jaywalkerf' O Jaywalker, Jaywalker, corridor pest, Whom students and teachers alike most detestg Down left side of corridor, up down-only stairs, Truly, dear Jaywalker, you get in our hairs. Ambling through corridors, many abreast, Rushing to classes, to heck with the rest Who must dodge you or get blood- ily messed, Yes, truly, dear Jaywalker, we hate you the best. By James 'fL0ngfell0w Forney, 11941 poetic license No. 2479360 Girls Commence Soccer Tournament Soccer elimination tournaments are now in progress in all girls' physical education classes. The Flamingos, Spitfires, and other fiery teams are battling for indi- vidual class championships with all eyes looking forward to battles with the different class champs. Interclass games will be playe.l during the long division periods. Soccer rules have been changed and made suitable for the limited space in the girls' gymnasium, which takes on the apparance of a football field when the girls miss the ball and kick each other or when players near-tackle their op- ponents. Page 40 Taft Tribune November 14, Gridders Wind Up Season Facing Photographer, Playing Foreman, Eat Coach Ioe Kupcinet. center top. and Tait's presidents pose for photog- rapher. Reading. top to bottom: Row 1. Chuck Weider. wb.. Carl English. ib., Harry Althamar, c., Bob Suvada, g.. Iulian Burdy, hb., Don Peddler, le.. lack O'Connell. re. Row 2: Fred Fassnacht, hb., Marvin Esburner. ib.. Nick Tragos, c.. Larry Goda, g.. Bob Mattason. b., Robert Reinhart, le.. Richard Hill. t. Row 3: Bob Miller, hb., Norman Ianis, tb.. George Killoren, rt., Dick Sopocko, c.. Gabby Wieklienski, qb., Richard Pariginni, qb., Henry Van- denberg, re. Row 4: Swede Anderson. g., Ioe Angorola. g., Richard Hillgen- berg. gb., William Lingenielder. gb., lack Conklin, mgr. Row 5: Bill Anders. lt., Howie Shalk. c.. Richard Femmel, hb., Marion Kleczweski. qb.. Iames Semar, mgr. Row 6: Warren Dritlein. hb., Dick Doebler, le., Ray Ziawiziski, g., lack Concannon, g., Don Filmore c., Felix Mattaresse. hb., Ray Hillgenberg. hh. Row 7: Boots Mossong, hb., Iames Srednicki. le., Iim ff x 2 I l 5 H 3s ie Q Daniels. rt., Iack Congdon. qb., Art Wagner. t.. Keith Truettner. 1 Kaihamer. re. Row 8: George Patterson. mgr., George Gillenbr Wright Peterson. rt., Lefty Iohnson. hb., Robert Thompson, lt.. lim I Bob Workman, g. Foodl will be the battle cry oi the varsity while playing Fore morrow. The proceeds of the game will furnish vitamins for the tear dinner has been planned to take place directly after the game. Although Foreman wasn't in the league schedule. the game prove a thrilling one. This game will wind up the season tor the fighting sons oi Tal The second annual iootball banquet will be given by the 1' Edison Lions' club in the near future. ,flu ical Forces Mobili e 0 Watch For Don't Let It Xmas Issue 1 U. Miss You 5. No. 6 Taft High School. Chicago, Illinois December 2, 194 ll Things onsidered y Howard V. O'Callohan faft Takes to Air Again io-minded America once again s way for Taft as preparations Citizens of Tomorrow broad- to be heard over Station WGN, 1 1, progress. The girls' s, the mixed chorus, and cheer rs will be featured. inwhile, this program, which a.r1y features the activities of go and suburban high schools Sunday at 1:30 p. m., will in- Taft news. Air Comes to Taft only does Taft take to the aves, but the air waves come ,ft as- the history department iments with a new method of ig history a more enjoyable :t to the students. series of transcriptions from lroadcast, Lest We Forget, ng played during the several periods to fix more deeply e minds of the students the round of their government. 'aftites to Tour U. of C. n the request of the University icago, 14 Taft students have selected to attend a tour of Lmpus Saturday for the pur- of better acquainting them the activities of a large col- Following the tours, the stu- will attend a barn dance and ater be served refreshments. Know Your Money! acquaint the students of Taft the importance of being able tinguish between genuine and :rfeit money, the film, Know Money, fssued by the treas- epartment, will be shown at .r assemblies today. 'aft Learns to Tell Time ough the courtesy of the Ing- Waterbury Clock company, now possesses the volume, ng Time Through the Ages. available for reference work 1 library. as Keech in Playful Mood s Mary Keech, math teacher, l Follow the Leader last y right into a man's garage. lamed the foggy weather. Tuesda To See Concerted Actior 0N THE TAFT DANCE FRONT, DEC. 2-Opportunity knocks for girls at the Red, White, and Blue dance, Friday evening so- cial center presentation, sched- uled Friday, December 12. Refreshments will be served in canteen style, and favors will be given. There will also be a floor show. Setting for the winter prom this year will be the Rainbow room of the Knickerbocker hotel Monday, January 26. Grads are inviting 44B's, but not alumni, to participate at 52.75 per bid. Gardner Benedict, arranger for Griff Williams, will furnish music. Bill of Rights Portrayed b Taft Banal Orchestra, Clzoruses at Frontg Solos, Trios, uartets Read Also I1.A.P. CTaft Associated Pressj, Nov. 28-According I latest reports from the musical front, Taft musicians are rapidl gaining entrance into the Musical Hall of Fame. The armed forces of the symphony orchestra, led by Generz John Rapier, will push onward with Vv'il1iam Schneider, studer conductor, assisted by Concert-master Donald Esser at their heat The string ensemble composed of William Schneider, fir: violin, Donald Esser, second violin: Michael Powalaczek, thir violing Kenneth Pederson, bass viol: Marge Soper, cello: and Bett Hodous, piano, is expected to go over the top when Williar Schneider, soloist, plays a selet tion from Thais , entitle Meditation Drum Trio Moves Up ' At the signal from the drui To commemorate the sesquicen- tennial of the Bill of Rights, the civics classes, under the direction of Miss Grace Rogers, are making arrangements for a program to be held December 15 during the regu- lar assembly periods to demonstrate the effectiveness of the first ten amendments of the Constitution in everyday life. The program will demonstrate the process of naturalization, the ways in which justice functions, and the all-around essentials of the Bill of Rights. A committee of students selected from the different civics classes has been appointed to plan, write, and make complete arrangements for the assembly with Miss Rogers acting as their advisory center. Committee members are: Bar- bara Alitis, Marion Ellickson, Bar- bara Ellis, Marilyn Fischer, Nancy Gray, Lois Johnson, Betty Lemke, Bill Lessman, Lillian Marek, La- verne Schumacher, Mary Jane Shirley, Bill Stephan, and Henry Vandenberg. Hen1'y will also act as master of ceremonies for the affair. Other participants in the assembly have not as yet been selected, but they will also be chosen from the civics classes. Careers Day Orators Solve Problems What career to follow is a ques- tion which may be solved Thursday by way of the Careers day pro- gram. During the second period two skits will be presented by members of the dramatics club under the di- rection of Mrs. Vera McConville. During the third period experts in their respective fields will speak on office machines, laboratory tech- nicians tmedical and dentalj, me- dicine and dentistry, civil service opportunities, dress designing and interior decorating, accounting, and stenography. During the fourth period various speakers will discuss nursing and stewardesses, engineering, aero- nautics, radio and script writing, journalism and advertising, home economics, and teaching. Rooms will be posted later. Following the fourth period the 14 guest speakers will take part in a round table discussion headed by Mr. Leland Medsker, member of the bureau of occupational research for the Board of Education. Stu- dents will be permitted to ask questions during the last 10 min- utes of the period. trio, composed of Stanley Lc gan, John Pokorney, and Ricli ard Stahl, the intermedial band, conducted by Earle Spai kes, and the concert band, le bg' Stanley Logan, will press oi ward to almost assured victory. 1 Sweet, formerly of Ringling circu will appear as guest conductor. The vocal front, directed by Mr Eleanore Smith, with Ruth Lore as accompanist, will give the armc forces of the orchestra stiff cor petition when the double quarte consisting of Gloria Kissel, Beti McQuilkin, Dolores Gerken, Joa Shaw, Richard Lewis, Jack Zette berg, Ted Pfister, and Charles M Nally, performs. Girls' Troupe Lends Strength Reenforcements can be expecte by the girls' chorus, with Mrs. Rut Lino at their head. The triple tri- with Josephine Gendiellee, Marine la DeRoeck, Evelyn Soellner, Ma garet Konczyk, Grace Nybaken, Li lian Wahlquist, Barbara Ellis, Ma' ilyn Ellis, and Jeanette Kane a members, will lend their suppoi assisted by Dorit Anderson and E' elyn Sievers, accompanists, an Jeanne Koch, soloist. The big parade is expected t come December 9 at 8 p. m. Coi trary to the last report, passport to this spectacular affair are 2 cents plus three cents tax makin a total of 30 cents instead of 2 cents. ?3g3 42 Taft Tribune December 2, Contest Winning Orchestra R early to March to Glory With Meloafious Me, i E Pictured above is the concert orchestra which will feature Beethoven's Fifth Symphony in the concert December 9 in which all of Taft's musical organizations will perform. First violinists are at left: front row, left to right. are William Schneider. Donald Esser, and Mike Powalaczek: directly behind them are Raymond Kartusek. Dolores Strom. and Lillian Marshall: in the third layer are Dol- ores Tessmar and Ramona Sahacki. Second violinists are at right: they are. right to left, Dora Mae Blaine. Louise Kosel. and Elaine Meyer: in the row behind are, right to left, Lois Redden, Florence Rode, Constance Humecki. Dorothy Benson, and Phillip Marquette: directly behind are lane Bartholomew fviolal. Ralph Carlson. Eugene Mack. Robert Garski. Robert Yeaman. lack Steffragen. Mack, and George Dayiantis. The cello section. center front. includes, left to right, Louise Br Mariorie Soper. and Inez Niehaus. In the woodwind and brass sections. left rear. are. left to right, lane Reynolds. flutist, David Seaholm, clarinetist. Eugene Lazowski. Schneider, and Ed Steeve. trumpet players: in front of Lazowski is Pankau, clarinetist: in front of Steeve. Frank Falkenthall. clarinetist. Bass viol players at rear center are Kenneth Pedersen and Ioyce Pianists at right rear are. left to right, Helen Maynard. Carolyn F and Betty Hodous. Rodents,Bewarel Taft's After You Are you man or mouse? The students at Taft are now in the swing of their mice-rat cam- paign. November was appointed as a special anti-rat-mice month. Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff, faculty adviser, Mary Jane Caboor, 4B chairman, and members of the committee attended a Clean-up campaign league meeting last Thursday. There they received in- formation about conservation of paper, rags, and scrap metal for national defense. Eleanor Kralik, 4B, and Ann Mc- Taggart. 3A. are publicity chair- men for the campaign. Robert Jones. 1B, drew a poster which is now hung in the second floor corridor. At the Student Council meeting Thursday Robert Bianchi spoke to division room delegates as to the duties of the division. What have you done? The third week of December your division will be asked to make a report of the work done by you as individu- als and as division members. Bowling Team Soars W1'th 140 Tenpinners Challeing Up Scores Bowling at Taft has increased in popularity beyond all expectations. Way back in '39 when the school was founded, Mr. John Puippo, fac- ulty member, offered to sponsor a bowling league. The charter members consisted of one league of boys and one of girls. At present there are three legaues of boys and two of girls! 140 Taftites now enjoy this sport. The leading team of the fairer sex is the Alley Rats, while the Bird Boys are on top in the boys' leagues. Mildred Tess, an Alley Rat, has the highest average to date, 132, while Paul Snuffy Ped- erson of the Fornasars leads the boys with an average of 162. Betty Ehrlich, a Gutter Gal, has bowled the highest single game, 2015 Fred Bartell of the Lucky Strikes is high man with 219. At the annual bowling banquet at the Stevens hotel next May, Taft bowlers hope to have a share in the trophies awarded champions of the city high schools. '101 Or Bust, Say 101 Boys A share in defense efforts has been assigned to the industrial arts departments of Chicago public high schools. The period between November 17 and December 5 is being given over to the manufacturing of games for the USO to be used by boys in army camps throughout the coun- try. The work at Taft, under the di- rection of Mr. Charles Buell and Mr. Anthony Favaro, is being car ried on in rooms 101 and 121. The industrial arts department has for the past two years devoted this season of the year to making Christmas toys for the under- privileged. Now the boys are ex-Y pressing their willingness to turn out the 75 to 100 planned games to a professional finish. Each school is to work on a dif- ferent gameg Taft's product will be called 101 or Bust. Although speed is necessary, the boys are stressing quality so that the fin- ished products will be a credit to the school. New Books Arri For Bibliophiles December brings the fc volumes to the library shelv Louise A. Kent's The 'l describes the cheerful rom American family life. Through The Country l Bellamy Partridge conveys picture of village life from the World War. Sam Houston is portrz The Raven by Marquis JE The one new travel book, Holiday by Barrett Will presents present day through the eyes of a na1 man. Descriptions of anim and geologic phenomena ad est to this novel. Another new addition is t berry medal fiction book, peter of Krakon by Eric K Girls should be especiall ested in And Tell of Ti Louise Krey. It is a pre-c story full of interesting far Romping Through Phys Otto Willi Gail, is anotl volume. ember 2, 1941 ays Give Tips J Job Seekers ghlighting Careers day Thurs- tre two plays to be presented e auditorium the second per- y the Proscenium players. iding the cast of Planning Life will be Jean Wayne as Other characters in order of ,rance are Bill Lessmann, a Dubs, Mary Boarini, Mari- Sonderman, Bob Behr, George e, Doris Zonzius, Annette f, Harriet Grund, and Nor- Esserman. xplicationsf' the other play, 5 how good English helps get Vandenburgh as- of boss as Mary D. Henry 5 the title Shirley, his secretary, and he J find the right person to fill Tfice job. er Howard Payne, Theras t, and William Schneider, fith lole faulty English as a gap- in their armor, William an English teacher's dream, prize. the 2 directing honors go to Mrs. McConville, the Proscenium Taft Tribune Hurrah, The Friday Social Dancing Is Here To Stayll According to Mr. Leonard Teusch- er, assistant principal, Taftites can rest assured of the continuation of the Friday evening social dances for the,six weeks following the Christmas vacation. The attendance at the dances has proven that the social center is appreciated and wanted. The first dance housed 671 persons, the sec- ond 645, and the third 440. This places Taft second only to Lane in the record of attendance. Approxi- mately 50 per cent of the dancers have been from Taft. The students have been follow- ing the rules for dress and be- havior remarkably well, declared Mr. Teuscher, although a few boys have tried to make their appear- ance minus ties. When informed that they would not be admitted so attired, they immediately sought out their friends who could give them the loan of a tie. The next dance will be this Fri- day and the final one of the first series December 12 with a Red. r's guiding light. 'l 'White, and Blue revue. Taft Gives S400 To Aid Children Many Chicago children will be able to continue attendance at school as a result of the S400 Taft- ites contributed to the 1941 Thanksgiving fund for the Chil- drents Aid society. Miss Jane Carleton's 4B division, room 208, led the contributors with over S25 because of the persistence of Margaret Kelly and Richard Paragini, collectors. Miss Mabel Berquist's 3A divi- sion 12143, with William Lingen- felder and Paul Pedersen as collec- tors, headed the list of other divi- sions who donated S15 or more. Close behind, in the following order, were Mrs. Ruth Lino's 2A group C301J, with Geraldine Don- ash, Carol Hawley, and Robert Dyni as collectorsg Mrs. Rhea Lew- is's 4B section with Meredith Gran- ger and Annette Krutog Miss Ma- bel Beaver's 4B C2037 with Virgi- nia Wiederg and Mrs. Ida Gold- fein's 3B 12109 with James Boari- ni. The leading afternoon divisions, in their respective order, were as, Page 4 Vanece Kendricl Sells 80 of 1,752 Homecomers Mrs. Mary Farrell, sponsor of tl Alumni association, wishes thank all students for their acti' participation at the Homecornil game. The total number of tickets so was 1,751. Room managers wl stld a large number deserve col mendation for their good work. Division managers who sold or over are Vanece Kendrick, 2 who was the highest with 80 tic etsg Betty Clawes, 2A, Duane Cha man, 3Bg Joanne Klusman, 11 Lorraine Letsch, 2Ag Ed Thom son, 3Ag and Janice Youmans, 2E Henry Vandenbergh sold mo tickets than any other member the football team by selling 50. 2B group 12083 with Beverly A derson and Charlene Samuelsc collecting, Mrs. Adelaide Holtz hoff's 2B C1137 with Florence Biz kowski and Mary Rose Moquii and Miss Helen Schmidt's 1B C211 follows: Miss Collette Deignanslmwith Coralynn Manchee. s if VIS , CIIOFILS' P l'6P6ll'E5 for Momentous ze girls' chorus will feature their triple trio at the concert next Tuesday ig. Members are, leit to right: Iosephine Gendielle, Evelyn Soellner. 'n Ellis, Ieannette Kane, all members of the triple trio: Dorit Anderson velyn Sievers. accompanists: Barbara Ellis, Marinella De Roeck, Grace :ken and Margaret Konczyk, members of the trio: Elaine Olson. 1 member. llian Wahlquist, trio member, is missing from the picture. embers oi the chorus in the second row, left to right, are: Rosemary en, Doris Ericksen, Inez Kero, Ann Marie Danielson, Nancy Wilkes, y Dieker, Marge Miller, Leone Caboor, Shirley Schodlbauer, Ieanne Musical Maneuvers Next Tuesday lfoxnog, Barbara Alitis, Ruth Brettell, Betty Mc Cormick, Gertrude Koelu backer, Vivian Cripe, Mary Boarini. ln row three are: Eunice Ringquist, Marie Landerer, Mary Christie, Hele Maynard, Ernestine Greschner, Lucille Nitsche, Carmelita Larocco, Clair Chulay. Georgialee Warton, Ruth Lehmann, Dolores Samp, Muriel Baskt Marguerite Fraser, Louise Kosel, Patricia Klar, Ruth Lund. ln row lour are: Carol Turner, lean Cullin, Iean Anderson, Ramon Markys, Madeleine Hoe, Grace Mullin, Dorothy Schreiber, Margie Brainarc Shirley Peterson, Grace Kerber, Leara Guelzow, Ruth Schielka, Phylli Larson, lean Cundall, Marian Drab, Iean Nessheim, Shirley Hodges, Doroth Kreamer, Fern Stromburg. Mrs. Ruth Lino, directress. ?age 44 Taft Tribune Are YOU a W. W. R. ? About the only time during the school day that we get our exercise s going to and from classes. And do we get exercise! Yes, we are pushed nd shoved all over the halls and our respiration is greatly aided by requent jabs in the lungs. The person who is guilty of such behavior may aptly be called the 'Wrong-Way Runner. Surely you have not been so fortunate as to escape the terrible, driving onslaught of one of these creatures. He is Llways at top speed, and we do not restrict the classification to the mas- :uline gender only! Some of these delicate appearing females pack alenty of push! Of course, we know that you're always looking exactly where you ire going. You never stop right smack in the middle of the hall and :lock traffic or, what is worse, crane your neck to see who Janey has valking her to classes now, trusting yourself to the guidance of the gods rf Greece and Rome and your own unerring instinct! In case you have never found yourself in such a position, we advise t as the quickest and surest way of catching a dirty look and perhaps tn encore from that teacher you met suddenly and unexpectedly! There are still some more points to discuss, and they are the points mn metal edged rulers, pencils, compasses, sharp-cornered books, and, yes -those jagged charmf?J bracelets the girls sport! Oh, yes, they are nute, but not when they catch the threads of your newest, longest sweater. Through some unexplainable twist of traffic rules, the Wrong-Way Runner is never found on the right side of the hall. Perhaps he is one mf the stalwarts who believe in swimming against the stream and not ,n going the easy way. But won't you listen to our pleas? Observe the custom of keeping to the right. Don't rush. By the time you have crashed into a dozen people and extracted protruding objects from others' clothes, you could dave made it in half the time. And that isn't all-did you know that an even, stately gait is much more attractive than headlong rushing? Just ask Jane, there she goes walking down the hall with Johnny Touch- down Drake! Jean Larson, 4A. P1lg5k1.l1.S' to Get Bi K icle Now that the football season is over and several boys have donned the silver and blue for the last time, we of the grandstand want to give our comment. Thanks, fellows, you of the-team who have carried on where we couldn't go. Thanks for playing our game and winning our battles. You have had to take the burden of the school and you have lived up to your responsibility. We couldn't do much in the grandstand, but the spirit of the school urging you on must have helped some. It has been proven by the Fenger-Senn game that a stand full of never-say-die rooters can spur a beaten team on to victory. When it looked as if Fenger were through and Senn had won, the Fenger stands kept cheering. This spirit was a direct cause of the rally and final victory. Taft's spirit is second to none. Therefore victory should be the pass- word in the future. The day of moral victory is passed. Those who have played their last game in high school have started Taft's teams on the right road. They will not be let down. Upset Arnundsen in '41, Biggest threat in the north division in '42, Division title holder by '43, All city champs for the '44 season. Wait and see. -A' Taft Tribune Published Bl-weekly by the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL , 5625 North Natoma Ave.. Chicago. Ill. December 2. 1941 Price Five Cents First class honor rating, National Scholastic Press Association Editor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. Assistant editor: Pat Dolan. Feature editors: Norman Esserman, Mary Elaine Gill. Copy editors: Lois Johnson, Norma Tess. Reporters: Bill Bessemer, Mary Boarini, Frank Bostwick, Doris Carlson. Carl English, Doris Erickson, Mabel Heen, Olive Horst, Donald Johnson, Shirlee Kaage, Jeanette Kane, Jean Lutz, Robert Smith. Ed Thompson. Exchange editor: Winnie Pufunt. Typists: Henry Belzer, Pat fNorWood7 Dolan. Photography: Stanley Logan. Circulation adviser: Mr. Paul W. Bigler, Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn L. Perry. Keeps Snow Cfl Locks fr s. l Ml. XS El These babushkas make nifty Christmas presents especially the wool jobs. Make them plenty big: cr whole yard goes into the deluxe model. Iust hem, and decorate with yarn fringe. but simplel Go You for Swing Or Highland Fling? By Pat Peterson What is your favorite song and why? asks the inquiring reporter this week. Have you ever wondered why one song seems to make your spinal column to the rhumba jump while another melody leaves you as chilly as the assembly hall on Monday morning? If you don't know which song would be the more appealing one, come to the social center Friday night and enjoy yourself while the beat of a certain song makes it the one. Whenever Elmer's Tune is played, Howard Behm, 4A, can sa- tisfy the jiving of his vocal chords humming. only by softly C?J Shirley Larson, 4A, finds the most appropriate successful date is melody after a Why Don't We Do This More Often. Lois Miller, 3A, would like the Band to Play On while she is dancing. Kiss the Boys Goodby with slight variations would keep 3B Jimmy Bryant happy. Another 3B, Beverly Borg, who should like the song, Say It with Flowers, thinks that Blue Cham- December 2, Priority Can 't Ta Ingenuity of Fem. By Lois Johnson Bongo, the cannibal, is enc make even a brave man sha when you know what he's n you'll have to admit he's corky. The most popular lar get at Taft of the season c of cork, yarn, notebook rei ments, and hardware. Another startler is the eyed beanie. To make yoursr two-faced, sew a pair of eyes and an enormous real fr with a mouthful of buck te the back of a beanie. Are yt ing or going? is the curren tion. From Purse to Neckla Your old beaded purse is For proof, look at Lorraine ski's 240-inch string of w beads, which will without 1 ty encompass a. lunchroom Doubled, this lengthy strai jewel for those mannish tractive V-neck sweaters. Peggy Reller, 4A, is Ta pert on revolutionary sw having knitted six in the time of 12 weeks. Even the hair bows are ized now. Two pieces of sti grain ribbon sewn in the sh: V are in the in of hair f: Daisy Mae, the originatc pigtails, advises you to pusl piece of wire through each for a braid bonanza. What Next? Another little bit of orn tion can be made by si small strawberry pincushiol yarn chain for a. necklace. rack your brain too hard t4 adorning knicknack. sine: rack gathered on a thread a red tightly will serve the nicely. Button your lips, can r done by appliqueing red i over the button hole of you gan. Not just because they're for you, like spinach, but they're smart, a. considerab ber of long stockings in sport colors have been see ing through the corridors If there's any yarn lef you've finished kniitting sweater, use it for the fr that super long babushka, cl modeled by Merle Maack, 4. , pagne is a coke date gone ticated. Louis Michels, 2B, prov he is not an arson bug as hi song is I Don't Want to World on Fire. Gene Krupa's performs Blue Fantasy is John ney's CIA! favorite. Pauline Bellandi of the fi class looks at the senior trying to scare her and questions, Who Is Afraid Big Bad Wolf? nber 2, 1941 I' ' ' I tzte Goes Socza th Movie Stars Wayne, 3A, one night last ined with Ilona Massey and urtis. After dinner the par- t to the Blackhawk where :ot the autographs of the ies. She also danced with urtney during the course of ning. Some evening! ies ge Fischer, the guiding light Arthur Mooney's chemistry :urned on the gas jet and Why doesn't the water come Addison Purcel1's intelli- iirst period chemistry class scussing the benefits of wa- he body. When Violet Fara, s asked why she drank wa- ne replied, Because I'm rl n 'rassing Moments 1 Lorraine Rozanski, 4A, g to be measured for cap and sat down very hard on the hair that wasn't there. 1 the prom committee in- about prices at the Stevens The price for the room was md Eldridge tDaisyj Adams 'We'll have to take some out of the Thanksgiving on, -and quietly tainted. visitor that came into Miss Larsen's fourth period alge- tss yesterday was Pudgie, gone smart canine that be- zo Evelyn Jerzyk, 4A. After one look at the equations on ard, Pudgie decided that happens to him shouldn't , to a dog and was escorted ry Mebean back to the dog- Wayne Klebe's face red he had to go out into the md get the gum he fired out en window. In addition he sliged to pick up any papers ere lying around outside. He be called Taft's one-man p campaign! e Eagle Squawks wearing sweaters are not ad to the social center dan- day evenings. The male spe- Jesn't mind complying with egulation, for they wouldn't of appearing improperly at- aver, the Don Juans think 'ut time to regulate the dress s who don't know any better 0 wear sl0DDY, knee-length e is a time and place for ling, and for evening danc- .ose sweaters are nothing rf ridiculous. Oonscientious Objector Taft Tribune Page 45 I In thg uake The Bo of the Month Of the News By Bill Bessemer +- Songs of the Week: Those Course Book Blues. I Don't Want to Set the Lab on Fire. --Gorgeous. For Sale: One summer slack ensemble and satin bathing suit. Also tent and complete fishing equipment. Or will trade for overcoat, ice skates, ear muffs, two gallons of anti- freeze, or what have you. -Me. Sudden Thoughts: Then there's the teacher who dis- turbs the whole study hall to bawl out the guy that disturbed his neighbor. -Studious. Where are all these jobs that na- tional defense is supposed to cause? 10th Period Joe. Famous Last Words: I only paid a quarter for it, and it never leaks. I had the right of way. Ten dollars or 10 days! -GG. Priorities: First they take the chrome off my car, then the gas and oil. Now the fleet's in and defense has a priority on dates. But they won't give a senior a 10th period class- or will they? -Little Joe. George Crist, president of the 4A class, who appeared on the Young America Answers program last Saturday over WBBM at 3 p. m., is Principal L. A. Hoefer's choice for December's Boy of the Month. He and his fellow officers are full of ideas and plans to make the Feb- ruary graduation unique. George's other activities at Taft include membership in the Senior Boys' club and in the executive committee of the Student Council. Outside of school George displays his histrionic talents in the Park District Drama club and in the Norwood Luther league of which he is president. After graduating from high school, George hopes to go to Car- thage college in order to prepare to enter the ministry. George likes bowling, barn danc- ing, math, blondes, and chili Cgood and hot!J. Upon racking his brain for a pet peeve, Mr. Crist finally decided that people who talk in church are ex- tremely annoying. Trickery in the lunchroom bothers him, too, espe- cially the horse-play of people who get fountain effects out of pop bottles. I like to get my nutrition in peace, he explained. At the present time George is concerned over two problems-how to straighten his curly locks and George Crist whom to ask to the senior prom. According to George, he has a dual personality, one of which he reserves for special occasions. In order to glimpse them both al work, attend the next Luthel League play, in which he is casi as both the hero and the villain. When asked to what he attribute: his success, he replied, My beard. 1: The Round Table By Janeva. Weichman Our dining room table Ought to know a great deal, With sister, brothers, and me Doing Latin and geometry On its smooth surface That reflects the ceiling. It never complains, Although we scratch its face And give it unexpected doses Of black and bitter ink. If our round table could think, How much it could learn As algebra, Spanish, art, Fractions, and history vie For attention, and we try To write grammar lessons neat And book reports so wise That they will prove a treat. If our table had a voice. It would laugh As we puzzle over science And vitamin Bl, Mixing learning deep With spurts of joyous fun. If our table had a brain, It would even learn the refrain Of our school songs And church hymns too. It might solve the jig-saws Often puzzled o'er by Mom In leisure hours Till Dad comes along To demonstrate his solving powers. If our table had hands And could work, The Tribune Presents Mrs. Oekerby Mrs. Beulah Ockerby, new addi- tion to Taft's household arts de- partment, was born and raised ir Hardin, Missouri. There she re- ceived her early education, coming to Chicago while still in grammal school. She attended Calumet higt school in the city. After receiving her bachelor's degree from Illinois Institute oi Technology, Mrs. Ockerby begar her teaching at a south side ele mentary school. She then was transferred tc Lane, where for six years she actec as teacher-manager of the schooi lunchroom. Before coming to Taft she was a faculty member of Feng er and Manley high schools. Ever pursuing knowledge, Mrs Ockerby is now studying at North- western university. Teaching must run in the family, for her husband is assistant principal of Rooseveli high. The surrounding neighborhood oi Taft appeals to Mrs. Ockerby, for she is now a resident of Norwood park. Free of pet peeves, she ad- mires a dependable student. I believe it would not shirk To take the patterns and the pins That often do adorn it And fashion for busy Mom That costume or that dress For husky Tom or tiny Bess. If our table could speak, I'm sure it would say That things that take grit Are enjoyed and completed Each day around it. I know this is true Because, when we are through, Our table seems to smile As we ornament it With a flower. Page 46 Taft Tribune December Speakz'ng,Drama.9 To Promote Pozke The dramatics class doesn't guar- antee to turn out Sarah Bernharuts, but it does give a student the op- portunity of expressing himself as he likes to through acting. According to Mrs. Vera McCon- ville, dramatics teacher, The op- portunity to act in plays is simply pure joy to all my players. The ease of manner the would-be Ro- meos show is not assumed but ab- scrbedf' Robert Taylor has nothing on the students in the dramatics classes. They don't recite Hamlet, but their acting could be rated as classy. In listening to a radio program they are aware of any slurred dic- tion and look for mistakes. They are alert for good speakers and ap- preciate their efforts toward per- fect speech. Poise and Personality Plus Public speaking is a course which improves extemporeneous speaking and eliminates speech memoriza- tion. Even the pupil's posture is im- proved. Walking and standing car- riage with an ease of manner that speaks well for that person is de- veloped. The student develops poise and becomes sure of himself. His self-consciousness disappears, and even his appearance is im- proved. During a session of extemporan- eous talks, which are emphasized, the class may criticise every speech. This impersonal criticism not only helps others to look for mistakes, but also allows the speaker to real- ize his faults and correct them. Stage Fright Flees Here one also has a means for self-expression in discussions and impromptu talks. Dramatics students, even after a short time, are better people to live with. Strict direction, steady coaching, and constant repetition break down an antagonistic attitude towards taking commands. One of the great arts is dram- atics, and in Mrs. McC0nville's opinion, It's one of the most worthy of the spoken arts. Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. or What You Will. current attraction at the De Paul Little Theatre. 14 East Lake street. will be performed especially tor Tait students the eve- ning oi December 19. Get tickets. selling at 22 cents. from business managers. Twelfth Night is a delightful comedy--confusing, but amusing- with plenty ol fireworks. But see for yourself. That 22 cents is really a good investment. Wil Stud Public Meet the Cdusins At Work I 2 Unsun Heroes ll li L Busy working on your short program for next semester are Mr. Addi- son Purcell. Mr. Arthur Mooney. and Mary Ann Iakobsen. left to right. in the front row. In the rear ready to take last minute orders are Mildred Tess. Eleanor Pick, Dan Gojkovich. and Harry Goeppinger. Ch Where Has Little Limo Gone? Lost, strayed, or stolen, Mr. Malcolm C. Mc Cuaig's Ford! This car, one of the first V- eights Henry ever made, has been a constant companion of Mr. Mc Cuaig for the last decade. Saturday night when Limo, as Mr. Mc Cuaig so affectionately nicknamed his limousine, was let out for l1is daily airing, he joyfully headed for the nearby park. That was the last time he was seen by a mortal being. It's the sentimental value of the car that makes its loss strike the weak spot of my heart, says Mr. Mc Cuaig as a mist clouds his eyes. He reminisced, i'How well I re- member Limo's adolecense! Can I forget his first set of tires, the way he would gurgle when I flushed his oil, and his touching method of crying when someone dented his fender. Ah, his endearing little charms made everybody like him. Why should anybody want to harm that innocent car. Mr. Mc Cuaig's temper rose sharply when it was hinted that Cleopatra rode in his auto when she went to meet Mark Anthony. If the old car is never found, Limo, an heirloom, which has come to be part of the campus, will be missed by everyone. As Richard Andre, IB, so ele- gantly put it, Taft won't be the same without Mr. Mc Cuaig's blitz on wheels. Frenchie: Celebrate, Latin: Initiate, Councilors Meditate French Club Steps Out All past and present French members were invited to a party last Friday at the Norwood Park field house from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. club Pay Dues 01' Out You Go Dues cards are being issued to the Senior Girls. These member- ship cards, which will show the amount of dues paid, will be the only means of admittance to the club's privileges, and must be paid up to date. Romans Return to Haunt Taft Was it the spirit of Romans haunting Taft November 7? No, these personages promenading the halls in ltosely flowing togs with fillets adorning their heads were just the victims of an initiation welcoming them into the Latin club. Council to Hold Christmas Party In planning for a Christmas party the Student council has chosen December 19 at 2:30 p. m. as their day for one of the most gala affairs of the season. There will be a small admission charge. Council Delegates at Banquet Charlotte Frank, secretary, and Howard Vore, representative, at- tended the annual youth dinner of the Youth Recreation committee last Tuesday at the Hotel Sher- man. Phases of recreation were the theme. 2 S Cause of Feudii Between Buddic By Doris Carlsol Unsung heroes for th are the helpers of Messr Mooney, who programs tl and Addison Purcell, his whose current tender a for these worthy workers ins. The Cousins are Mild: 3A, Mary Ann Jakobsen, anor Pick, 4B, and Dan C 4A. Mr. Mooney has othe gers, but according to hirr not unsung and make , noise to prove it. Do they work hard That's not the word. Wl them so busy they havenf brush off a fly, expll Purcell when questioned friends Mr. Purcell Has a H However, Mr. Purcell h flicker of kindness in Recently he called on Mr. Osbon, history prof, to s for not granting higher his cousins. But Scrooge Osbon s replied, To get an 'S' froi has to be exceptional, write a book, and he wt say that he didn't see why with the toothbrush over l and the eye protector dit his own business. But gleefullv Lord Blii cell told his poor abuser that t'Scrooge had only ll letters in the alphabet and would never learn up to Whoa! What Goes on By this time Scroogl was madder than blazes Blinky he could imagine thing worse than war would be living with hilr Blinky Purcell came r at him and said, Your cl so boring that students f. while you give out crulr and hot-air recitation. By this time tl1e reporte she lgad heard enough an left the scene only to fim gentlemen laughing hear their arms on each othe ders. And now back to the They make out your prog charts, and according tl Mildred, It's more fun t Work. She's often sur1 the work they get done they fool around so much Oh, to be a cousin! Admission by Do The Beta Tri-Hi-Y is plating a doll dance to whi one will be invited for thi The admission fee is one couple. Dolls will be donated 1 dren's home. uber 2, 1941 'aftites Make r Honor Roll nd Quarter ling to reports received vision teachers, 80 Taftites le Trib's super honor roll nd quarter with four S's S's and one E in majoi brightiesu are listed below. 1B's 1e Lauschke, Karen Mad- vmaine Petermann, Donald , Josephine Westbrook, Car ichmann. 1A's Draft, Mary Dalton, Dorothy ', James Jacobsen, Gerald Isabelle Moravec,,,Marj0rie s. . 2B's 1 'ia Asimopulos, .M.a rio n id, Robert Forney, Beverly . Charlene Samuelson. 2A's Mae Bone, Betty Clawes, Conolly, Dorothy Kasdorf, I. Kissel, Doris Miller, Mar- lkowski, Rosemarie Schutte, Sussland, Janeva Weich- Rosemary Wollstein, June 3B's r Andersohn, Gladys Bar- lloria Barrer, Ivan Danko, Ellis, Shirley Ford, James Virginia Gilhus, LaVerne Florence Kaminski, George Esther Klein, Ethel Klipfel. Korman, Carmelia Larocco, L Larson, Anna. Majercik, cPheeters, Lois Meltzer, Lu- itsche, James Petrie, Judd uth Solberg, Constance Ziet- 3A's otte Frank, Mary Elaine trilyn Izard, June Ringquist. . 4B's an Collins, Audry Dietz, Fosler, Josephine Gendiel- edith Granger, Mary Graves. Harper, Eleanor Kralik, Lutz, Lorraine Risavy, Carol ,hlen. 4A's tra. Alitis, Jean Crist, Nancy .ois Johnson, Betty Klimek. Marek, Joan Shaw, Evelyn . Edward Steeve, Norma ack Winton. t A Man! Types Words A Minute ts who pride themselves on .0 yords per minute should fping until they rival Mr. Stapert, typing demonstra- t to Taft through the cour- Underwood Elliot Fisher y. Mr. Stapert performed nmercial students and in- asses last Monday in room ring the third and fourth Stapert thinks nothing of 40 words per minute. Taft Tribune Taft Tribulation umber Two Tired of Your Face? fain Art Class anal Get a New One Are you tired of your face? Miss Helen Unseth's eighth pe- riod art class will be glad to fur- nish you with a mask. The stu- dents are making funny faces of newspaper scraps, water, and glue. The paper is soaked and formed. The features are then shaped and fastened with strips of sticky pa- per. When the paper has dried, the mask is painted. Result? A hor- rific but artistic visage! The masks may be a little late for Halloween, but the bracelets made of kindergarten beads and the bowls that may be used as ash trays are just in time for nifty Christmas presents. The bowls are made by greasing any size dish or pan and covering it with wet strips of paper. They are then baked in an oven for two and one-half hours at 220 degrees. The form is removed, leaving a perfectly shaped bowl which is fireproof. After it has been paint- ed and a design applied, the result is extremely attractive. Council Member At Convention Representing Taft at the annual convention of the Student Council association of Illinois held Novem- ber 15 at Deerfield Shields high school in Highland Park were James Downing, president of the Taft unit, and Donald Johnson, 4B member. Dr. L. O. Garber, professor of Lake Forest college and founder of the Student Council Ass'n of Illi- nois, emphasized the ideals and goals for which the Student Council should stand. Doctor Garber stressed the fact that every council should play a vital part in the activities of every school: The council should not merely be taken for grantedg the lowliest freshman and the proudest senior should realize that the council is an important part of curricular activity. After a day of talks, round table discussions, and a banquet of fried chicken, the newly elected pres- ident for the coming year brought the meeting to a close. Whom Do You Consider the Worst Pest In the Classroom Write your answer plainly on one side of the paper in not more than 250 words. Name, semester grade in school, and divi- sion number must accompany your manuscript. No letter will be returned. A competent committee will judge the answers. Year in school will be taken into consideration in the judging. The writer of the best letter will receive one dollar in activity tickets tto athletic games, dances, movies, and entertainmentsli the second best will receive 50 cents worth of activity ticketsg the third, 25 cents worth. The best letter will be published on this page in the graduation issue. Hand in your manuscript to your English teacher, who will forward it to the Tribune office, no later than Monday, Dec. 15. S Page 47 Stephan Wins Dollar, Defining Assembl Pest Viilliam Stephan, 4A, is the win- ner of first prize, one dollar in ac- tivity tickets, for his essay on assembly pests, the second feature in the Tribks series of essays on Taft Tribulations. The judges, Mrs. Adelaide Hol- terhoff and Mrs. Chrissie Lascher, have awarded second and third prizes, 50 cents and 25 cents in rctivity tickets, to Marjorie Troes- ter, English 1 student of Mr. W. A McMurtry, and Margaret A11n Scott, English 4 student of Miss Dorothy Allen. , Honorable mention is awarded Bernard Kryawa, English 1 stu dent of Miss Helen Leitenstorfer, and Betty Blagg, English 1 student of Mr. W. A. McMurtry. Wi1lia1n's essay follows. She Knows Oh, yes, she is girl. She knows Everybody a very friendly everybody. She can tell you his faults and dislikes, what his family life is like, why she goes with him, and what this fellow told this girl about that fel- 1ow's great grandmother. This is about the way her assembly starts out. She is usually among the first in the auditorium and finds a seat right in the center of the center aisle. On reaching her seat, she kneels on it, facing the door, and persists in waving and shouting to every friend that comes in the en- trance. After she has herself well estab- lished with about six friends, she turns around to the proper position and begins to gossip. About half way through the Star Spangled Banner she realizes what is going on and stands up. Then seeing everybody is about to sit down, she flops into her seat starting the conversation all over again. Too Much Gossip! Now I wouldn't care so much, mind you, if I could understand one or the other, but all I can hear is a word here and there from the gossipers. The assembly is over, the bel? rings, and the students make a rush for the door, but not our girl friend. No, sir, she stays in her seat until the last student has left the auditorium. Then she makes a dash for the door and comes puffing into her class room late, telling the teacher about the crowd at the assembly and how hard it was getting through. Buy an exlrcr copy of the Trib's next issue to send as a: Christmas greeting thats new and different. Page 48 Worleing Wa Through College? WelL HerefvHoW - By Audrey Dietz Every year from high schools over the entire city thousands of young men and women graduate and immediatly end their educa- tion as far as attending schools is conce.'i.cd. These people possess the quali- fications fiapacity, ambition, prep- aration, and characterl for a suc- cgssful college career, but lack adequate financial resources. Today, all over the nation, a dif- ferent type cf college is becoming increasingly popular-the self-help collage, which operates with the idea that anyone who is really anxious for higher education will be willing to work for it-that is, to perform manual labor in order to lower tuition and board costs. Working Hours -Short Two and one-half hours daily of manual work is the average re- quirement. Such a plan enriches the educational experience of the student because it approaches so closely the type of social life and responsibility he or she will as- sume upon graduation. The work is never burdensome, and because it is done by all, elim- inates any stigma attached to working one's way through. Students learn to do many things valuable to them in later life, both in their professional work and in their family responsibilities. At Blackburn in southern Illinois the young women cook, serve meals, and do laundry, office, and library work. Boys at this school, where an agricultural course is stressed, do general farming and dairying, take care of the campus, serve as jani- tors, fire furnaces, and do building construction and office work Students Enjoy Work Working together, the students have good times and really enjoy what would otherwise be hard work. Manual labor is graded, and failure to do satisfactory work is considered sufficient reason for dismissal from the self-help plan. Other colleges offering similar plans are Berea college, Berea, Kentucky, and Northland college, Ashland, Wisconsin. Catalogues are sent on request. The next issue of the Trib will feature the cooperative plan at I1- linois Institute of Technology, the University of Chicago, and North- western university. College with all its opportunities may be open to you. Taft basketeers will open their season here with cz practice game against Foreman Thursday at 3 p. m. Tickets are 15 cents. Taft Tribune Good to the Last Cheerl Rahl Ending the season with a super yell are Talt's cheerleaders. reading from l. to r.: Eldridge Adams, Marjorie Mann, Mary Boarini. Ruth Schu- macher, Doris Zonzius. and Gerald Plate. Mabel Heen is not in the picture. Senn Bulldogs Dog Paddle to Victory With Narrow Margin Because of the through graduation city of juniors, Taft swimmers lost the season to loss of men and the scar- their first meet of Senn, November 18-the seniors 31 to 30 and the juniors 35 to 18. The junior team was paced by Carl Reed, the only junior to take a first. In the 40-yard breast- stroke, Paul Peterson and Kalvin Kasch took third and fourth re- spectively. The 40-yard free style event included Carl Reed, second, and Dick Kase, third, while in the 40-yard backstroke, Bob Walden placed third. In the century dash Carl Reed lead all the way to victory. Al- though George Zima was present, there was no competitive diving. In the medly relay VValden, Peter- son, and Kasch took second, and in the relay, Kasch, Bergsund, Ek- dahl, and Michels came in second. The seniors lost by one point. In the 100 yard breast stroke Dick Norlie took a firstg Joe Rentscher came in fourth. In the 40-yard freestyle, Dick Norlie lost for the first time in two years of dual competition, but he took a close second. In the 100-yard backstroke Lee Milner was second. Bob Johnson, in the first race he ever swam for the Silver and Blue, outstripped the Senn swimmer for a first in the 220-yard freestyle, while in the 100-yard freestyle Frank Bostwick finished second. In the medley relay Milner, Taft Trib Salutes Busy Managers Heading the list of ace salesmen at Taft are the following business managers who sold 40 or more copies of the November 14 issue of the Trib: Betty Clawes, 2A, 106, Marquardt Albert Damitz, 4B, 107, Kiley Gloria Giacoma, 3B, 206, Lascher Helen Guernsey, 4B, 208, Carleton Lorraine Jachim, 4B, 201, Holmes Angeline Jindra, 3B, 216, Weinstein Herby Kowalski, 4A, 319, Lopate Elaine Liss, 3A, 105, Fink Donald Reum, 4A, 211, McConville Evelyn Schneider, 4A, 311, Devenish Lois Swanson, 4B, 217, Lewis The following p. m. divisions should mark themselves zero and call themselves naughty for selling under 20 copies: 107, 117, 211, 214, 217, 311, and 312. 317 p. m. deserves a spanking for selling no copies of this issue. Taft Artists Earn Awards Because of their ability to draw. Edward Batura, SA. Shirlee Jasper, 3B, Esther Klein, 3B, and Eileen Stoker, 3B, have been selected by the art department to attend the talent test class sponsored by the Frederic Mizen Academy of Art be- ginning February 14. Rentscher, and Ernst took second, and in the relay Mueller, Johnson, Ernst, and Bostwick snatched a first place. December Young A men Listen to Rad T hreeHoursl Ears of young Amerii listening to practically 1 radio programs according vestigation of radio intere in four Chicago high sc Englewood, Gage Park, H1 and Tilden - by the c on radio for the Chicag schools. Listening habits show average daily listenin amounts to three hours while the average reading 1.1 hours. The survey reveals tha' cent of the students q' have access to family ra 41 percent personal radios tion. Guides Consulted Approximately 70 per ce pupils consult reading g determine prospective pro: they become bored with chosen, only six per cent the radio, 38 per cent co' guide for another, and the per cent just dial around. Throughout the four 3 high school, types of prog not vary a great deal. For tops in variety 1 Bob Hope scores first pl Jack Benny in second. Radio Theatre rates highe dramatic classification, wi Hayes taking second honoi Aldridge, the average . school youth, is the fav serial dramas. lIermit's Cave Fav Crime mysteries have mit's Cave as tops with trict Attorney following. versity of Chicago Roul and the Town Meeting ol are even for first place grams of discussion. In the field of programl ing upon human interest People comes first. Ever tens to the Quiz Kids and Dance. Dance music is lei Kyser and Make Believn land. The Ford Sunday Even? and the Metropolitan Ope: cast lead the classical rr grams. Sophomores, juniors, a ors tune in to the news b and find Captain Herne Kaltenborn, and Walter their favorite commentatol Beg your pardon encorel issue misspelled the Malco Malcolm McCuaig. The Malcolm. The Trib takes in keeping Mr. Malcolm before the public eye in on another. It's all our plea Malcolm McCuaig. 6. 8 9 . ' st? QQ. 7 Taft 32556 f Ill Decembef 26, 10-4 A 0 ialance Diet, She Buys It How would you like the honor being Mrs. Blanche Smithis lest at lunch? Ten people have ready been so feted. The queen of the lunchroom kes her station behind the cash gister each period and views the .ssing patrons. If she can find .yone who has exercised enough ain power to select a balanced sal, she pays his check. When asked what she considered balanced lunch, Mrs. Smith ited, I try to discourage a lunch at contains a bottle of pop, two shes of French fries, and a bag potato chips. I consider an ex- iple of an ideal lunch to consist soup, milk, and sandwiches. There is no price limit on these ft meals. Those who have been :ated by the practical dietician ex Fred Bohlman, Erla Hansen, bert Hayser, Helen Mudloff, John haeffer, Arthur Strass, 1B'sg Hel- Schmitt, 2Bg Walter Keller, 3Bg d Harry Goeppinger and Lor- ine Jachin, 4B's. rnior Girls Gain bllege Knowledge 'ver the Teacups A holiday career clinic tea for gh school seniors and their moth- : who are interested in North- stern university will be held lnday afternoon, December 29, im 2 till 5 o'clock on the North- stern campus with the New Stu- it department as host. ldministrators to Be Present During the conference portion of 2 program, beginning at 2 o'clock, icials from the administrative 1 personnel departments will :sent Northwestern to the guest, swer questions, and attempt to ve college problems. There will o be an opportunity to meet ,ny of the younger alumnae. Future Coeds? Fhose planning to attend are: rbara Alitis, Dorit Anderson, mine Anderson, Elaine Bockhaus, in Crist, Ruth De Graf, Wilma bs, Marilyn Fisher, Nancy Gray, raine Hansen, Virginia Herring- iw, Edith Johnson, Lois Johnson, 'ce Kempf, Evelyn Kiesfl, Lu- e Kimpflin, Betty Klimek, Ma- n Kosel, Dorothy Kreamer. Hen- tta Kritikson, Jean Larson, rle Maack, Lillian Marek, Charl- e Matousek, Lois Mau, Eleanor iden, Peggy Reller, Lorraine lmidt, Evelyn Schneider, Joan iw, Mary Jane Shirley, Evelyn vers, Phyllis Smith, Josephine Ltneck, Norma Tess, Gladys Thor, l Mildred Zima. Taft Tribune A Recipe for Christmas Cheer Dear Students: All of you are familiar with the words: Deck the halls with boughs of holly Tra lla la la la la la la fa, 'Tis the season to be jolly, Tra la la la la la la la la. We cannot help but be jolly during the Christmas season. Store windows display their wares. Shoppers, though pushed and jostled at every turn, smile with the secret happiness that giving brings. Every- one is on tiptoe with the delight of anticipation of a great moment. Gaiety, happiness, joyfulness-these are the gifts that bring warmth to the poor in spirit, cheer to the lonely, comfort to the needy. Give freely of these gifts and when Christmas Day arrives, you will find your heart bulging with good cheer. Sincerely yours, WILLIAM H. JOHNSON, Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Bell Notes Taft Progress During his inspection tour of the shops, the home ecenomic depart- ment, and the art classes last Tues- day, Dr. John Bell, district super- intendent, was much impressed by the usefulness of the Work done in all the classrooms. Doctor Bell also visited the li- brary where he was pleased by the amount of work done with refe- rence books. He commented on the wellstacked shelves including many books, encyclopedias, magazines, and pamphlets. When asked to comment on oth- er improvements that have taken place since Taft's first Christmas, he noted the amount of space now devoted to the adjustment service: there are now two rooms where students may confer with their teachers, year advisers, and coun- sellors. Doctor Bell also noted an in- creased interest in school activi- ties. The outstanding work done on the radio program speaks well of the type of student attending Taft, he stated. Expressing a wish for their con- tinued success, Doctor Bell com- plimented the football team on their fine organization in so short a period of time. Pederson to Recover Richard Pederson, 3B, has passed the crisis safely and is on the road to recovery, it was announced Fri- day by Dick Doebbler and Ben Granat to Richard's division, 113 a. m. Richard was accidentally shot while returning from a hunting trip two weeks ago and has been in the Swedish Covenant hospital since that time. Seniors Illustrate Prom Etiquette By Skit Technique Juniors! Would you like to know how to ask your escort to the prom next semester, or is there some other question lurking in your mind about the proper etta kett ? If so, why don't you see some 4B or 4A who attended the prom com- mittee meeting during the length- ened division last Thursday? He'd know. The prom committee tried to en- lighten the seniors by putting on skits which demonstrated the cor- rect answer to their problems. Another bit of information dis- closed was that the prom, which is open to all ..B's and 4A's, will be held at the Knickerbocker hotel's main ballroom January 26 from 9:30 to 12:30 p. m. Orchestrations for this affair will be furnished by Gardner Ben- edict, former arranger for the Griff Williams orchestra. As the prom will be held on a Monday evening, 4A's attending will be excused from school both Monday and Tuesday. Betty Klimek Wins Praise Compliments were showered on the two geometry notebooks which' Betty Klimek, 4A, of Miss Mary Ryan's geometry class, exhibited at the Convention of the Central Association of Science and Mathe- matics Teachers at the Stevens hotel November 21 and 22. Miss Ryan declared, The books were simply daily class work done in an extraordinary and beautiful way. Betty received thanks for parti- cipating in the display from Mr. Wm. A. Richards of Morton high school, Cicero, Illinois, who was in charge of the exhibit. Teachers from all the Central States attend- ed this convention. December 16, Scrooge Spurs Yuleticle Spirit At Assemblies To add to the Christmas spi Taft, the Proscenium Player rected by Mrs. Vera McCo1 will present Bill Lessma: Scrooge in Dickens's Chri Carol today at regular assen The cast, in order of appea is as follows: Scrooge ..,......... ........... B ill Les Cratchit ,,..............,,....,.,..,,,,. Bob Collector .............. Norman Esse Scrooge's Nephew .... George l Mar1ey's Ghost .,..,....... George I Ghost of Christmas Past Harriet 4 Young girl .....,,,...,........ Pat Pei Young Scrooge ................ Dick ' Ghost of Christmas Present Doris Zt Ghost of Christmas Future Wilma Cratchit's children - Winifrei funt and Marian Gust Mrs. Cratchit .................. Inez Ni Tiny Tim ....,................... George The choruses and the orcli will supplement the prograi singing Christmas carols. Local Ballerinas Trgo Light Fantasti In Chicago Opera Taft's Hall of Fame is sw. to almost unprecedented he' The Chicago Civic Opera I- was the scene of its latest su when Cellestine Hofman, 4A, Lucille Nitche, 3B, danced i1 famous Littlefield ballet last Both girls were recommends their dancing teacher. Awed by Try-out I was scared stiff when l my try-out, declared Celle but I don't know why, since Littlefield is one of the frien- people I have ever met. Lucille says, Miss Littlefie so stimulating and striking a acter that she leaves you bi less. Celestine, who plans to ma career of dancing, was a soldi the chorus of Daughters 01 Regiment. Lucille. who porti a wood-nymph in the choru Falstaff, regards dancing as a sideline or hobby and plai attend college. Both girls Egyptian priestesses in Aida. - Takes Cream of Crop Only the cream of the crop 1 up the Littlefield ballet. It ' an expert to learn a routine minutes before a performanc was required of the girls in A Lucille averred the strange n and costumes flitting around hind stage are frightening b one becomes used to them. 5 ember 16, 1941 Taft Tribune fiff Statlktics AChristmasTl1ought: Mr. Hoefer Things veal Boys Are mble of Wit you think girls are smarter boys, huh! Well, read'em and because what's coming will that, contrary to public opin- Joys have brains and actually hem. as Martha Hinkel, Honor So- sponsor, reports a society nership of 280, as compared last year's 219. The increase ys especially pleases Miss Hin- id the Society officers. lward Steeve Heads 4A's , the 67 boys, the 4A group, 1 has as its goal a total of points, claims six, led by Ed- Steeve with 160 points. ond in number of points is rt Stone, who has 1535 third, ian Kruty with 152. The rest, ding to points, are Jack Win- last semester's Honor Society dent, William Stephan, noted Lis baseball skill, and Howard 1. fs who have reached their 4B have to shoot for a total of 108 s. High honors here belong to Zetterberg of the baseball Robert Vanderpoel and John .us are second and third re- ively, followed by Robert son of the swimming team and en Berg. the brains must have accumu- in one spot, for the 3A's have more than either 4B's or 4A's. Koda, Norman Flasch, and rt Smith, present president of Honor Society, are the three rs among the juniors. Athletic But Brainy e swimming team has another ber in Paul Pedersen, while ird Jacob, Robert Bianchi, a ner of the basketball team, and Bejewski finish off the 3A's. ow the 3A semester, the man- lf counting points differs. For ld above, the points are count- : a total up to the semester in 1 the student is registered. 3B down to 1A they are ed per semester. The student have 18 points a semester to Q the grade. 4. Irma Da.hlquist's division he highest number of boys in B group with James Cancan- ,he star. Closely following him Ivan Danko, John Granath, ld Frizen, and Howard Nel- uning a very close second is Max Weinstein's room with James Tatton, Lawrence Go- 'elix Matarresse, and Hillard Mr. Anthony Favaro's divi- ire Frank Falkenthal, member e dance band, George Fischer, Ienry Anderssohn. V Miss Helen Unseth's division Dear Friends: Another year has passed, and Taft is again enjoying a Christmas season. Possibly nog time of the year fosters such a unity of spirit among people as that of Christmas-when the thought of joyful giving and doing for others is paramount. We, Americans, enjoy blessings that today are unknown to the suf- fering peoples of Europe-human beings quite like ourselves. We might well pause for careful reflection. Are we any more deserving? Are we more considerate of others? Are we less selfish? Are we kinder to our fellow-men without thought of gain? Let us all as members of Taft take a Christmas inventory of ourselves, and make this the truest, the cheer- iest, and the merriest of Christmases. Therefore, permit me to begin by wishing you and your families G most Merry Christmas and a most Happy New Year. In the words of Tiny Tim: And God bless us, everyone. ' Sincerely, LEO A. HOEFER, Principal, Taft high school. Senior Girls' Club Plays Santa Claus To Needy Families As Christmas time rolls around, the Senior Girls' club again puts on a Santa Claus costume and per- forms another good deed. This year the club has decided to prepare four Christmas baskets to be given to needy families in the vicinity of Taft. Joan Shaw, chairman, is busy preparing lists to be distributed to 4B and 4A divisions. Every mem- ber is expected to bring something for the baskets before the school holidays, and the food materials will be stored until a few days be- fore the Christmas holidays when they will be given to the unknown families. In order to collect jellies and preserves for the baskets, drives have been started in some divi- sions. Boys as well as girls are asked to co-operate in this enter- prise. belongs the honor of having the 3B boy with the greatest number of points-Curtis Johnson. The mir- acle of athletes with brains con- tinues in Miss Unseth's group as Robert Rahnert shows up. The last name here is Elmer Widerberg. James Forney, Judd Pope, and. James Petrie are the male mem- bers of Miss Dorothy Allen's divi- sion who belong to the Honor So- ciety. Mrs. Ida Goldfein's prides and joys are only two: Richard Nellson and Jack Walter. William Slagle, whose services- have been invaluable in all the shows put on by the Honor Society, is the last man on the 3B list. He- hails from Miss Mary Keech's divi- sion. Players Promote Lively Comedy Play time is almost here again as the Proscenium Players busily prepare another production under the direction of Mrs. Vera McCon- ville which they will present Janu- ary 15. The play, a one-act comedy called Five for Bad Luck, involves a small town girl, Effie Trask, and her unusual experiences at a large college. Pat Peterson and Lois Miller play the part of Effie Traskg William Lessman and Henry Vandenberg, the role of Bert Stovel, the idol of the campus, of whom Effie takes very good care. Other members of the cast in- clude Doris Zonsius, Wilma Dubs, Annette Avery, and Harriet Grund, classmates of Effie, and Robert Behr, Richard Lewis, Norman Es- serman, and George Hanke, boy friends. Entering Frosh Prefer Figures Come February, Taft will lay out the welcome mat for the 165 new studes arriving here as freshmen. Although they represent 10 dif- ferent elementary schools, the greatest percent of these incoming frosh hail from Ebinger, Hitch, Onahan, Norwood Park, and Gar- vey. Algebra seems to be the favorite elective, claiming 79 of the 107 pu- pils chosing math. Closely follow- ing as the pet subjects of the new- comers are Spanish, elementary business training, industrial arts, home arts, and Latin. Keeping up the Taft tradition of more boys than girls, the fairer sex again predominates, outnumbering the boys 86 to 79. Considered Taft to Lose Taftites Time marches on, and with tl new year come the January grad ation exercises. They will be he in the Taft auditorium Thursdz evening, January 29. Guest speak for the evening will be Colon Clarence Lineberger, district supe intendent of the elementary schoo. Colonel Lineberger, a colonel in tl United States army, will speak 1 Youth's Responsibility for L fensef' School Entertains P.T.A. The Appreciation of Music al Drama in the Community was tl topic of the P.T.A.'s meeting ye terday in the auditorium. Sever selections by the orchestra, Chri: mas carols by the mixed chori and Dickens's Christmas Cart provided an afternoon of entertai ment. Mr. Osbon Comments One phase of Careers day, not by Eagle-eye Osbon, was the fa that many of the girls carried dol I wonder if this has any bei ing on their careers, queried lv Osbon. Gridders Honored Highlights of the annual fc: ball banquet held December 8 the Norwood Park fieldhouse u der the auspices of the Norwof Edison Lions' club were the press tationof Harry Althamar as tea captain and the awarding of trophy to Ray Zjawinski, voted t most valuable player. Letter awards for the '41 seas were also announced. ' Quiz Kids Shine Again Clearing another hurdle in thi championship aspiration, the Ta radio team overcame a strong M2 ley threesome November 29 ov Station WBBM on the Young Am' ica Answers program. This victory entitled the cr testants-Norman Esserman, Me dith Granger and Bruce Kelso- enter the finals last Saturday. A large world globe, the prize stake, will be turned over to t school. Henry Vandenberg, president the Senior Boys' club, spoke on t last program. Freshman Artist Starred Dudley Crafts Watson, instruct at Art Institute, honored Herm Sommer, 1B, with a star rating his latest poster. The star equivalent to two honorable ma tions. Herman attends the ins tute on a scholarship. Senior Luncheon Announced The January '42 graduates w hold their luncheon in the noi room of the Edgewater Beach ho Wednesday, January 28, it was 1 nounced today by Miss Florer Devenish, faculty sponsor, a Charlene Matousek, head of t luncheon committee. F2 Taft Tribune December 16, Christmas on State Street The people hastening from store to store Are dragging children, weary but content, Because they hope that Santa will present Each little one with what he's longing for. The sparkling windows add to Christmas loreg The carols ringing out have also lent Their charm in bringing back an Old Event, And turn our thoughts to peace instead of war. The bells ring out their steady call for aid While Santas stamp around to warm their feet. The crowd around each window scene remains Enchanted by the Fairyland displayed. The glist'ning candles line the busy street- All this the mind so willingly retains. Barbara Alitis, 4A. Chew Upon This Chewing is a necessity, and an art Most of us at one time or another n this pastime frequently. However, it is very disgusting to or a drink of refreshing water and nlaced there by several students who which we acquire in early life. enjoy chewing gum, and I indulge me to stop at a drinking fountain see before me a few wads of gum use this method to display their ill nanners and lack of consideration for their fellow students. No one has to teach you to chew lispose of it when you've had your nothers you for chewing in public? gum. Must someone teach you to penny's worth or your conscience Can't we be considerate of each other and display civic pride for the .ppearance of our building by placing our gum in the waste baskets that ,re so near each fountain? Chew on this. Evelyn Pyzik, 2B. Answer Challenge or Meet Bad Luck Five for Bad Luck, the last play of the Proscenium Players, may not we given because of lack of backstage help. This play, a comedy that has been planned from the opening of the eason, should not be shelved because of disinterest. Every semester one comedy that has always delighted the school has been presented by the players. However, too much work has been left to the cast. It is almost an mpossibility to give a play without an adequate number of stage hands, nookholders, et cetera. If Taft wants this comedy, one up to the standards of Junior's dustacheu and What a Life in the Spring, it will have to help set the .cenery and keep the backstage wheels rolling. That's the challenge! Come on, Taft: answer it! Taft Tribune , Published Bl-weekly hy the Journalism Students of the WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natomn Ave.. Chicago. Ill. December 16 Price Five Cents First class honor rating, National Scholastic Press Association lditor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. Assistant editor: Pat Dolan. 'eature Editors: Lois Johnson, Jean Lutz. lopy Editor: Norma Tess. Fports Editor: Frank Bostwlck. teporters: Annette Avery, Jean Beaton, Bill Bessemer, Mary Boarini, Joe Cieko, Doris Carlson, Marilyn Daebel, Audrey Dietz, Wilma Dubs, Bar- b Ell' Carl En lish D rl Erick n Norm n Ess rm n M r ara. is, g , o s se , a e a , a y Elaine Gill, Violet Fara, Sam Garber, Nancy Gray, Mabel Heen, Olive Horst, Donald Johnson, Shirley Kagge, Jeanette Kane, Lois Meltzer, Shirley Meltzer, Betty Mugnai, Pat Peterson, Peggy Reller, Ed Thomp- son, Jean Wayne, Floyetta. Wheeler. Exchange editor: Winnie Pufunt. Pyplstsz Henry Belzer, Pat tNorwoodD 'hotographyz Stanley Logan. Dolan. Ilrculation adviser: Mr. Paul W. Bigler, Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn L. Perry. So They Say These Days Crimes Which Taftites Commit: Killing time. , Setting hearts on fire. Running over a new song. Murdering the English language. Janice Youmans, 2B. Seen While Snoopin': Joe Ciecko and Don Grindle, 4B's, almost breaking under the load of one chair between them. The Mr. Arthur Mooney pay- ing a. fine for an overdue book. Tsk, tsk! Leila Anderson, 3A, informing Miss Amelia Monaco's eighth veriod English class, Bob Smith has cer- tainly changed since last year. Milton Pederson and George Killoren, 3A's, calmly braiding their hair while William Vlasak, 3A, labors over a pin-curl-com- plete with bobbypin! Why doesn't somebody fix the door knob in room 209? It's awfully hard to sneak in tardy and un- observed when you have to slam the door to make it close. Little George Zima and little Isabelle Moravec cutting a rug at the social center dances. Charlotte Weichmann driving away from school in a '41 Ply- mouth, complete with a handsome brute in the driver's seat. Questions of the Week: What mystic power has Macbeth to put Ross Whitney, 3B, into a deep stupor in English? Are Jack Congdon, 2B, and Julian Byrdy, Clarence Johnson, and Bob Miller, 2A's, called the four horse- men because of their football prowess or because they horse around so much? Chatter: Miss Mabel Berquist's 3A English class was having slight difficulty with the spelling of several easy authors' names. Roosevelt, says Miss Berquist, and I w0n't spell it for you. Oh, quips Don Johnson, 4B, a Republican. Annette Kahle, 4B, was very much in the public eye when one night at the livestock show she swapped her charm bracelet for a cowboy's loving cup. Marlon Link, 3B, is planning to leave soon for Texas where she will make her future home. Overheard in the Auditorium: Miss Ruth Straight, household arts teacher: I have the darllngest class the first and second periods for foods. Miss Maybelle Capron, English teacher: Yes, I know. I have some of them for English. fThe above item is recorded here to make about 30 people feel good.J Facts and Rumors: Betty Neiman, 3B, plays taps on her patriotic red, white, and blue bugle. Lois Lindsay, 3A, was so en- In the Quali Of the New -1- By Bill Bessemer Here's News: There has been talk of re United States paper money proximately two thirds of it ent size. Honest, Mr. Morgc I have no trouble handling a I can get my hands on. - Pet Peeve: The girl who asks you to in her slam book and then carefully through it to see you think about whom. - Embarrassing Moments: When my division teacher me how it is that my grand' had three funerals this sei -El D01 I'd Love to Know: When I get the 37 per cen in pay that a certain m newspaper says everyone got past 11 months, - Tsk,'Tsk, Tsk, Mr. Purcell If Mr. Purcell doesn't wa car pretty soon, we'll ha' Senior Boys' club sponsor a and donate the proceeds tl cel1's Clean-Car Fund. -We T Well: Either the Dewey Decim: tem or the library staff has up. The other day we saw ' Adventures in Wonderland next to Einstein's Theory. -1 grossed in what she was yesterday that she fell off tl Lillian Plasak, 3A, is ma. habit of supplying Miss , Monaco's eighth period I class with candy. The latest vogue among tl cagers is the most necessary clipped crew out. No barb4 involved. Dick Doebler, 3B, can't st get over the fact that the knitted spiral socks haven heels. An embarrassing momea Donnie Pedler, 2B, occurred he picked up a doll and l wet. Dorothy Losch, 2B, open- locker, and there was a got tation of Fibber McGee's clos Did you know that Mr. Rapier used to have an orchestra? Peeping Tom He crept into the fourth United States history clas sank into the seat in front 1 Maud Nelson, teacher. Well, young man, I suppr know you're five minutes Where's your admit slip? queried. Where's your work? Not at all abashed, Mr. 'l Fogli, the tardy student, pr what apparently was a well s wallet and said, 'Will tl teacher? nber 16, 1941 ',Z.... ' 9..-- ff the Beam ZZ? 0'1 0.11 tllllubb mm I IW' NIH IUNWW- Drop in the Loop or lay with the Aborigines deposit your hard-earned s in a purse and start off day in the loop, the object 2 expedition being to pur- a. gift for Aunt Minnie. :he way down you cogitate wordll on the problem at What to get her? Handker- No, something more origi- ,carf? Gave her that last Sationery? She might write of letters and then you'd .o answer them. No, statio- out. You finally decide to or an inspiration. loop looks the same as us- uly there is more activity. anging wreathes above you cheery note to the confu- ind the snow scenes in all ndows almost make you for- at it is 60 degrees in the soon as you enter a store, rget the purpose of this trip m up to the high school shop force of habit. Oh joy! Look t dream in the corner! Hm- not very expensive either. wonder if it comes in your goes on for several hours suddenly, with a pang of ance, you remember Aunt into the Battle Fray drop the ice skates you just inspecting and hasten 0 a counter where someone ing a throng of people, . . . something any woman would .nd so-0 economical. like the sound of that, es- y the last phrase: so you your way to the front. r taking one look at the pushing from behind, you that she loves them and into a series of strange gym- s commonly known as sig- the sales girl. V urvival of the Fittest the time you've paid for package and fought your ut of the crowd, you're in a ad condition and the Christ- pirit has completely desert- u. But you reflect that it e worth the broken feather ir hat to see the expression ight on Aunt Minnie's face she opens your present. following little drama place when you arrive Your sister is giving an ,t of her shopping excur- 'And I got the most original t for Aunt Minnie-bubble alts! .h, where is thy sting? Taft Tribune 53 Ahoy, Saint icle, iiiii C if C C C C C Take Your M., The Girl of the Month Jolly old Saint Nicholas, Lend your ear this way, And you will hear what Taftites Want for Christmas day. Eunice Ringquist, 1A, wants a charm bracelet: Janice Youmans, 2B, a good bowling score. Jerry Klinger, 1A, hopes to re- ceive a chem set, while Betty Wink, 4A, would just be content with a passing grade in chem, Jean Novak, 2B, and Evelyn An- derson, 1B, wouldn't mind a phono- graph machine with all the popu- lar selections of today thrown in. Leila Anderson, 3A, states she would take anything offered her, but would like to have a cute little dog most. I want to start growing up, fin heightl muses Lois Reinhold, 3A. Ah, to Be Tall and Stately! The automobile seems to be the choice selection, however, as Miss Mary Keech, Frank Wise, 1B, and Van Paddock, 3B, would gratefully accept the gift from some dear and near friend. It would have to be twins, to sat- isfy Wright Peterson and Marvin Isberner, 4B's, as they both agree upon a nifty blonde with blue eyes, weight about 118 pounds, and no more than five feet, six inches tall. Milton Pederson, 3A, disagrees with the blond hair above, but would take the same package if it possessed red hair. Passing marks, that's all I want, states Weston Parker, 3B. Bill Walt, 4B, seems to have the same desire as Weston as he wants a good report book, too, and al- though he likes Christmas colors, he definitely doesn't want to see them on his course book! It Snow Small Order Both Jean and George Crist, 4A's, want 10 inches of snow. Donald Parker, 1B, lit up like our Christmas tree when asked what he wanted and declared that he wished to have a chew chew train. Typewriters are the thing for Lorraine Rogowski, 2A, Barbara Schwimm, 1B, and Barbara Bene dict, 1A. Cliff Moser, 2B, has the Vision of a 12-gauge gun with a supply of bullets. Irene Jachinniak and Jean Horst- meyer, 1B's, like a pair of ice skates each, while Dorothy Ringer, 2B, desires riding boots. Mr. Addison Purcell would go for an airplane trip to Cuba, but as his wife has decided upon a jaunt to Florida, that is where he is going! Mildred Piorkowski, 2B, wants a big teddy bear doll. Lenor Lindahl, SA, just wants Because of her fine cooperative spirit, high scholastic average, and participation in so many school ac- tivities, Joan Shaw, 4A, is Princi- pal L. A. Hoefer's choice for De- cember's Girl of the Month. When Taft was first opened, Joan came from Schurz, full of ideas that would put Taft on the map. Her first great achievement was the founding of the Honor Society. With the aid of Miss Martha Hin- kel, sponsor, Joan has made the society one of the finest clubs in the school. Her interest in Spanish and the relation to the Latin-American countries caused her to take part in three Pan-American conventions. Besides being secretary of the Chi- cago Pan-American club, she is sec- retary of the National Conference. Her other activities include mem- bership in the Senior Girls' club, chairmanship of the graduation committee, and the Beta Tri-Hi-Y. Joan also spends her time around school working in the adjustment office and helping Mr. Addison Purcell, Mr. Arthur Mooney, and the cousins when programming becomes heavy. Her collection of dolls, which she 5 Joan Shaw began when a small child, has novs grown to over 400. Joan plans to attend Lawrence college, where she will study sociol ogy. After college she hopes to be come a social worker. The Tribune Presents Mr. Miller With the Yuletide season in full swing and everyone happily anticipat ing Visions of delight, it is the Trib's pleasure to present to the Christ mas-eyed gals and boys the sponsor of the Student Council, mechanicai drawing teacher, and all-around good fellow, Mr Foreman Robert Miller. Mr. Miller was born in Chicago some odd years ago and received all of his schooling in this state. He attended Sumner Grammar school, Crane high, and received a B.S. in engineering at the University of Illinois. and Schurz, along with Taft, have had the honor of his being on their faculties. Fishing takes all of his spare time and money and is his hobby'and favorite sport. Upon being asked if he had any secret 01 Mr. Robert Miller that the Student Council would be self-erpression of the student body. His present wish now, though, everyone and that all, every one Christmas! burning desire, Mr. Miller replied that he wishes more extensively used as a means ol is that Santa Claus will be good tc of you, should have a very Merry April Kane to forgive Terry. Edward Schultz, 3B, has set his heart on a mechanical homework machine. Henry Belzer, 4A, asks for noth- ing more than for someone to carry the Trib's typewriters around for him. One thing is sure, the Taft Trib wants S. C. to bring everyone all that his or her heart desires and Merry Christmas! We wcxnt to put your names in the paper! You want your name in print, to be seen by your iriends. If a: newsworthy event comes tc your ken, write it up with or with out your name and bring it to the Trib box in room 116. All news will be carefully studied Everything of interest that can be printed will be used. The paper is yours. Let us know what you want, and you will have it 54 Why Study Physics? Sdlves Mysteries Of Modern Miracles, Trains Vocationally By Doris Ericksen Did you ever wonder why your car skids on wet pavement but not on dry pavement? Did you ever wonder what makes the water flow from the tap when the faucet is opened? What causes the wind to blow? How does sound get from your teacher's lips to your car? The answers to such questions may be found in the study of physics. Physics deals with matter and energy and also with physical changes in matter. Included in its study are mechanics, sound, heat, light, and electricity. Man is indebted to the science of physics for much of the progress that one observes in this machine age. Magic? A person in New York talks to his neighbors in San Franciscog with huge telescopes, the heavenly bodies are brought close for study. Niagara Falls are harnessedg the Grand Coulee dam is built to turn the energy of white coal into electrical energy: to accomplish such results the engineer must have a knowledge of the science of physics. This science involves the prin- ciples of all kinds of engineering. It is therefore necessary and is required by engineering colleges. lt is a desirable part of gene- ral education, states Mr. Clarence Vestal, physics teacher, because it helps one to understand the phys- ical world about him and makes him feel more at home in it. On the more practical side, its study may help some boys and girls to discover what they wish to fol- low as a career. Required for Nurses It is necessary not only as a basic training for engineers, but also for nurses and doctors-for nurses especially, for later on their work involves much electrical ap- paratus. Study of physics leads to an un- derstanding of practical devices about the home such as the part heat plays in a Ventilating system, telephone and lighting systems, and batteries in cars. While speaking of cars, states Mr. Paul Bigler, physics instructor, I might mention that knowledge of the mechanical and working parts of an automobile, such as the gears and engine, will tend to make people more intelligent and effi- cient owners and operators. By knowing how certain parts work, the driver will be able to make minor repairs himself thus saving a lot of wear and tear on his Sunday suit and his wallet. Taft Tribune The Student Council Invites YOU With the holiday spirit predominating, the Student Council will give one of the gayest events of the season, the Mistletoe Hop, this Friday afternoon. To provide necessary funds, the Council will sponsor a film to be presented by the Visual Education club, Streets of New York, starring Jackie Cooper, tomorrow. The film will be shown during the first and second and eighth and ninth periods for 10 cents. One of the special features of the dance will be the presenta- tion to the school of two 400-watt spotlights with color screens. All are cordially invited free of charge. SLP's Rebuked B Trib Staff Is the division you belong to a member of the S. L. P.? If so, you can well be ashamed of your repu- tation of selling the least papers. Those dis-honorary divisions sell- ing fewer than 20 papers of the December 2 issue are: 316, Obsong 107, Grantg 209, Teetersg 211, Maxon, 214, Mitchellg 217, Schmidtg 301, Smithg 311, Ockerbyg 317, L. Perry. But those divisions and their managers still on top, as always, are: Elaine Liss, 3A, 105, Fink. Betty Clawes, ZA, 106, Marquardt. Albert Damitz, 4B, 107, Kiley. Lorraine Jachim, 4B, 201, Holmes. Gladys Thor, 4A, 205, Moloney Gloria Giacoma, SB, 206, Lascher Lois Swanson, 4B, 217, Lewis Jane Jewell, 3B, 219, M. Johnson Jean Siegler, 3A, 305, McCuaig John Kradin, 3B, 307, Straight Evelyn Schneider, 4A, 311, Dev- enish. Apologies to 317 p. m., Mrs. Lil- lian Perry's division, are in order, for contrary to the statement made in the last issue, it bought 40 copies of the November 14 issue. Mrs. Lino Extends Thanks To All On behalf of the music depart- ment I Wish to extend thanks and appreciation to Mr. Hoefer, the of- fice force, the faculty, the mainte- nance force, and the student body for making our fall concert such a huge success, stated Mrs. Ruth Lino, head of the music depart- ment, in an exclusive interview to- day. The concert was presented last Tuesday to a packed house-so packed that two rows of chairs were placed in the orchestra pit for the audience. Special thanks goes to Richard Gill, stage manager, Hal Lloyd, light manager, and Helen Guernsey, 208 a.m., who sold 52 tickets. Feudin' Professors Decide Something About Nothing By Norman Esserman Three years of feuding have been brought into the limelight by the formation of the committee for the sciencizing of history, headed by Mr. J. K. Mc Calmont, to fight against the isolationist organization of Mr. K. Osbon, no foreign subjects committee. In private life these two men are great friends, but they can't agree in matters of education. The shenanigens have been re- ported to make the Benny-Allen misunderstanding look like an un- sponsored short wave program. Science vs. Spirit of '76 Mr. Mc Calmont is of the opin- ion that history should be taught on a scientific basis, while Mr. Osbon thinks chemistry ought to be committed to memory in a manner similar to that of the spirit of '76. Students who have both instruc- tors in class are apt to think that Isaac Newton discovered America and Benedict Arnold betrayed gravity by inventing the airplane. Your reporter, after a grueling double period in a biology lab, corrected both gentlemen by in- forming them that Darwin was the culprit. Land Discovered, 'tis Stated! At this interjection Miss Maud C. Nelson of the history depart- ment claimed that an Italian helping Spain stumbled across our fair land. This is hard to believe because this happened before the time of the Spanish Civil warg so there wasn't any need for Italian help. A word to the wise: don't go too near these versatile men un- less you have super will power. Either one can talk so convin- cingly that we had given them our copy of the Trib free before we read it. December 16 Groanbox P Edifies Ignol On Swing Li By Prof. Robert tGroa Smith Dear children, this artic tended to enlighten some local ickies on swing tern Perhaps you have liste! platter cut by your favor: man and wished that tl underwear guy next to yo appreciate the schmaltz g by the canary. Then again you may ha' a name band in a jam sess the powerhouse, especia hides, drowning out the lc of your favorite plumber. If you don't understand v just been said, then you ai off and need Professor easy lessons on swing ling In the language of the sc fswing musiciansj Hbarrelh free and easy playing, bla is a clarinetg boilers are a break is an impromptl splitting the melody: ca female singer, cats are siciansg a clambake is a sion. C0rny is old-fashioned, is to make a recordg Dilli music very hotg Dixieland' Orleans jazz. A bass fiddle is a dog an accordion carries the ' groan-box and squeeze-l band leader frontman g bide under the synonyms of and skins g icky is a term meaning ignorant. The Tr'ib's next issue v tinue with the remainder swing lingo dictionary wit comments by the author. ames Downing' Condition Imprc Many Taftites have bee to hear of the illness of Jin ing, 3A Student Council he: ing tried unsuccessfully for to diagnose the exact natur ailment, doctors have fina lyzed it as a flu infectiol blood stream. Jim collapsed Wednesda ing, November 26, and when day morning infantile p symptoms became evident, taken to the Contagious hospital, where many tes1 made. Since the tests proved n he was moved to St. Fran pital, where he has been observation and is still s ill. ber 16, 1941 ange Editor ngs News of er Schools Keep Him Waiting may ' Post's advice, and at Fore- h, this is the title of the comedy to be presented 9 by the seniors. ion picture dramatizing the ts of the first year of hore high school and en- 1 members of the senior going into production at 1ore high. :al Boy Makes Good trragut high, they're all Erwin Dusak, former stu- o broke into the big league this summer when he with the St. Louis Car- Jf Steinmetz high refused done by girls clad in bright ed masculine shirts. One y was seen wearing a girl's mother wore a tea apron, :ther glided through the a skirt. Bulldog Hop 'riday Chicago's oldest high lilitary ball was held at the er Beach hotelg the 44th ual Bull-dog Hop of Schurz ented by the Officers' club .O.T.C. ind girls of Missoula Coun- Missoula, Montana, cer- id it tough this year. Mon- lebrated two Thanksgiv- t school authorities were as to whether school e dismissed both days. g the noon hour at Creston lool, Grand Rapids, Mich., have the privilege of danc- ,usic supplied by an instal- alodian. al way of raising money for nksgiving fund was sup- y students of Waller high. ksgiving bazaar in which participated took place rr 18. l'uley Plays Chess ss and checker club has one of Tuley high's out- clubs. Eventually, it will ywide competition. its of Central high school , Wisconsin, commented on 1 edition of their school rich used a scented ink for time in a high school pub- Their observation ran Zonfidentially, it smells. Park high school houses 4 who have been wearing tops to school instead of Suggestions have been in 'take up a collection for Green and silver striped 1 pen. Return to N. P. . 319 a. m. Reward. Taft Tribune Unsung Heroes-Record K eepers Hidden away in the small cubby- hole at one end of the office are the unsung heroes for this issue- the record office helpers. According to Miss Helen Lowes, who is in charge of the record office, the girls, Elsie Georges, Eleanor Lokke, Mildred Idle, Vir- ginia Gilhaus, and Charlotte Mack, have been hiding their light under a bushel of work and deserve much credit. Requirements? The best! All of the R. O. assistants are outstand- ing in scholarship. The girls must have initiative and judgment. They must possess the ability to handle records im- personally and objectively and above all display the traits most needed in filling the requests of teachers and students, courtesy and tact. The girls have been excellent workers, says Miss Lowes. Much of the routine of the record office is handled by them between semes- ters as well as during, and their help is what keeps the office from getting behind in work. Their serv- ice is really that of trained office clerks although they are seldom seen or heard. Elsie Georges leads the helpers with one and one half years of service, while Eleanor Lokke and Mildred Idle follow with one year each and Virginia Gilhaus and Charlotte Mack with one semester each to their credit. Burns's Protege Attends 6Necking' Party - Squash I By Lois Johnson So great was the fear of a little mouse when he heard the news of Taft's rodent campaign that he de- termined to get out of town Decem- ber 5. Upon leaving his home in room 203, he was espied by Miss Alice Moloney's transcription stu- dents. It is said that an elephant will stampede upon sighting a mouse. The same apparently goes for Taft girls. Confusion reigned as the pur- suers flew down the corridors. At last the mouse was cornered, but, acting contrary to all mouse be- havior, he turned about and de- voured a portion of Flora Mae Beck's ankle and topped off his combat by gnawing Clarence Wing- field's finger. Now Flora Mae, acting contrary to all feminine behavior, rung the little cannibal's neck and flung it away. What a catastrophe that was! Immediately a searching party was organized to find the deceased ro- dent to determine if the beast suf- fered from rabies. Burns apparently was not on familiar terms with mice when in his ode, To a Mouse, he said, Wee, sleekit, cowrin', tim'rous beastief' Get Tickets Now Get your ticket before January 9 to hear Taft's choruses com- pete for the first time with oth- er Chicago high school choruses. The tickets for the program, which will take place at Lane the evening of January 15, are 28 cents. Last year the orchestra alone represented Taft and brought home an S rating. Bowlers Vie For Taft Title So close is the competition in the miniature all-star bowling tournament held every Monday that only three games separate the first team from the last. The Bird Boys fLingenfelder, Kulik, Ciecko, Kowalewski, and Carboneh, the Lucky Strikes fVlas- sak, Baley, and Bartelll, and the Los Stinkos fHarris, Ramsey, Mac- Pheeters, and Kiefferb are tied for first place. The Fornisars, Straight Shooters Spares, Mallards, and Brudders are behind them in the order listed. Dick Bartell Heads Boys Dick Bartell of the Lucky Strikes is heading the boys in the indivi- dual high three-game scores with a total of 574, his three games be- ing 229, 202, and 143. This score is just a few pins too low for Dick to gain recognition among other high school bowlers. In the girls' Monday league, the Wheerojubes QBehm, Juberg, Boh- mer, and Wheelerj were perched in first place, but are losing ground to the Smoothies fGloria and Vir- ginia Kissel, Fara, and Ellicksonb and the Foulline Fems fAnderson, Georges, Ehmann, and Schmidtj who are just one game behind. The Dumbelles, Pin Busters, Whirlaways, and the Four Wolves are also in close pursuit. Betty Ehrlich Leads Girls Betty Ehrlich's 201-game is the third highest among the girl bow- lers of the city. The Alley Rats of the Thursday league tNorma and Mildred Tess, Jakobsen, and Lindsayl have been in first place every week. The Gor- donettes are in second. 55 Lois Johnson, 4A, Gains Affluence By Going Literary On Lunchroom Pest Lois Johnson, English 8 student of Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff, is the winner of the Worst Pest in the Lunchroomu essay contest, an- nounced in the October 31 issue. Her essay, judged best by Miss Hattie Marquardt and Miss Mary Maxon, will reward Lois with one dollar in activity tickets. Winners of second and third prizes, 50 cents and 25 cents in activity tickets, are respectively Vivian Winkates, English 1 stu- dent of Miss Helen Leitenstorfer, and Suzanne Simpson, 2A. Lois's essay follows: The charitable Iunchroom pest who is so kind that he leaves some of his lunch for his fellow class- mates wl1o use the lunchroom the following period is not properly appreciated. Why? Sixty-four Dollar Question Doesn't he know that those large green box-like objects are not standing along the walk for deco- rative purposes, but are useful for disposing of lunch wrappings or doesn't he care? Why, instead of working off ex- cess energy by piling up chairs or chasing Jane down the aisles, does he not take a walk to the waste containers with his papers and put his eating utensils where they be- long? Perhaps the answer is that he is an animal lover. He wants to be sure that Taft will have a good sup- ply of rodents and insectsg so he does all he can to encourage them by leaving plenty of food. Unemployment Problem Solved Or is it maybe that he does not want to increase the unemploy- ment line by decreasing the amount of work for the lunchroom help? If he didn't leave his table all clut- tered up, what would the employes have to do? Certainly, if he knew that he is considered a relic of the Middle Ages he would rapidly reform. It was a common practice in the Dark Ages to push the remains of the meal off on to the floor for the dogs, but we have no hungry ca- nines in our cafeteria. Guns are leading the boys' leagues, while the Kelly Kids 'and Sockeroos are tied for first place in the girls'. The Saturday league is composed of freshmen and sophomores who will step into an after-school league In the Saturday league the Bignext year. 56 Senior Cagers Defeat Austing uniors Unlucky Victory came to Taft last Tues- day when the senior basketball squad won a closely contested game from Austin 29 to 27. The junior cagers were less fortunate, losing to the Tigers 29 to 27. The seniors snatched the lead in the first quarter and held it throughout the game. Chuck Gau- ger started the ball rolling by sink- ing one in the first few minutes of play, and his teammates followed his example by swishing 10 buckets and making two out of three free throws to make the score 22 to 11 at the end of the first half. The Austin cagers surprised the Eagles with a series of baskets in the second half when Coach Jack Rapper sent in the second team. Point by point the invaders gained on Taft until the first team took the floor once more to stem the Austin tide. The small but enthusiastic crowd cheered wildly as the Silver and Blue held the Maroon and White until the horn blew ending the game. The starting line up for Taft was Gauger and Paulish, forwards, So- derholm, center, and Lakafka and Corcoran, guards. The junior teams of both schools were about equally balanced. The whole game was a thriller with many flurries of temper on the parts of both teams because of fouls committed. The score at- the half was 16 to 15 in favor of the Ma- roon and White. The starting line-up for Taft was as follows: Otolski, forward: Bu- jewski,Aforwardg Andersohnn, cen- terg Monnich and Smith, guards. Substitutes were Beyer, Kozny, and Barry, forwards. Big-Little Sisters Entertain at Party Last Friday marked the second annual Christmas party for the Taft GAA girls. The party was held in two ses- sions: freshmen and juniors at- tended seventh and eighth periods: sophomores and seniors, fourth and fifth. A short program, arranged by Mary Jane Shirley, 4A, president of the GAA, was presented. Enter- tainers were Lydia Luptak, 3A, and Wanda Fischer, 4B, dancers, and Betty Mc Quilken, 4B, vocalist. Dance music was provided by the Esquires, Taft dance band, and re- freshments were served by the com- mittee under the direction of Joan Shaw, chairman. . Taft Tribune Who Says There Is No Santa Claus? Doubters, scoffers, unbelievers- proof of Santa's corporeal being is cffered you on the cover sheet of this issue, for there he is in the flesh of Art Wagner, promising lit- tle Marjorie McMillan Con his kneel a good program for next se- mester: Marilyn Harsin df the flax- en tresses a pack of fun at the Stu- dent C0uncil's Christmas party Fri- day, Bob Harper fin frontl a glimpse of Tiny Tim at the Pro- scenium Players' presentation of Dickens's Christmas Carol to- dayg Albert Anderson fleftl a Christmas tree almost as big as Taft's3 and Gene Masson frightj an angel like the one atop the tree ieventuallyj . It was Santa himself who lent Stanley Logan, exclusive photog- rapher for the Taft Trib, the super- human power to photograph so manifestations of the Christmas Spirit at Taft with one click. So there you see Charlotte Zim- mer, Nancy Wilkes, Lucille Nit- sche, and Gloria Kissel and, be- hind them, Marinello De Roeck, Fern Stromberg, and Josephine Gendiellee warbling carols for Taft's pleasure. - Not to be outdone by beauty, Ted Pfister, Charles McNady, Don Par- ker, and Jack Zetterburg lustily acclaim the holiday season in song. At the lower left corner of the page you see Lois Johnson and Eleanor Price of the Senior Girls' club delivering Christmas cheer to one of the four needy families to be benefited by the club's philanthro- pic program. Stanley's magic camera also of- fers a peek into Santa's workshop where his helpers-Jim Olson, Ha- rold Scholle, Walter Larvetzki, John Jindra, James Krocker, and George Ginger-toil overtime to fin- ish the games they are making for boys in camp. And what ho-a glimpse of the Christmas Carol! Tiny Tim 1George Zimaj sits on the lap of Scrooge fBill Lessmanl. At Scrooge's left are his ex-bethrothed fPatricia Pe- tersonl, young Scrooge CDick Wil- lisl, and Ghost of Christmas Past CHarriet Grundb. Behind Scrooge are Cratchit fBob Behrl, Ghost of Christmas Present fDoris Zonsiusl, Collector fNorman Essermanj, and Marley's ghost fGeorge Henkel. Foreman K. O.'s Taft Basketeers The opening basketball games of the '41-'42 season against Foreman December 4 ended in defeat for both the juniors and senior teams, the scores, 23 to 20 and 39 to 32 respectively. The starting five for the Sil- ver and Blue juniors were as fol- lows: Otolski and Anderssohn, for- wards: Craig, centerg and Monnich and Smith, guards. The game was fast, with Fore- man fighting to keep a slight lead acquired from the start. At the half the score was 11 to 9 in Fore- man's favor, a margin that won the game for the invaders. Playing for the seniors, Soder- holm and Paulish opened as for- wards, while Corcoran played cen- ter and Kotowski and Lakofka filled the guard positions. A tight defense and a deadly passing attack spelled victory for the visitors. Soderholm paced the seniors with five buckets and a free throw. Assisting cagers were Steeve, for- wardg Wilkins, guard: and Gauger, forward. Girls and boys desiring to become cheer leaders should see Mr. H. Miller, sponsor. at once. Tryouts for these positions will be held during the ninth and tenth periods Wednes- days after the Christmas holidays. Boys who want to compete for the manugerships oi the swimming or baseball teams should also see Mr. Miller. G1 A. A. Sponsors Mothers'-Daughters' Tea Party The mothers came to school! No, not to see Mr. Arthur Mooney, but to attend the GAA board of control mothers' and daughters' tea last Thursday in the lunchroom. Re- freshments were planned by Mrs. Blanche Smith, lunchroom mana- ger. A Wanda Fisher, 4B, chairman of the tea, planned the program, which opened with a welcome by Mary Jane Shirley, president of the GAA, followed by a dramatic skit by Barbara Ellis. Mrs. Margaret Walker, sponsor, greeted the group and Dorothy Wleklinski played a selection on the piano. Joan Shaw sang Christ- mas carols. The girls presented sachets made of apples and cloves, which they have worked on for some time, to their mothers. Stephan Enrolled As Citizen of Tomorrow Bill Stephan, January '41, has been selected by Prin. L. A. Hoefer to appear on the Citizens of Tomor- row broacast featuring Taft, Janu- ary 21 over WGN. Bill's name will be placed on the Citizens of Tomorrow honor roll. Bill, who ranks in tre upper 10 per- cent of his class, will be interviewed as one of Taft's outstanding seniors. December l Phys ELL M Teachers Spa All-Girl Slzo Dancing, tumbling, a: will be featured in an z sembly to be presented b sic and physical educatif ments Friday, January 9 The Taft orchestra, 1 direction of Mr. Jack R: girls' chorus, cond the Mrs. Ruth Lino, will app A Mexican dance, co Fridelle Newberger, Miss ture Mary Jane Caboor, . mer, Adele Hackiel, Want Alice Harrington, Marc Mary Rose, Aileen Sinn Tellene, Frances Wayne, Zonsius. Robert Smith vide accordion accompani Betty Houdous and Ji will accompany Marger Shirley Ehmke, Wanda F dia Luptak, Ruth Hana lestine Hofmann, Marilyn Edna Golden, Eleanor Wie Klimek, Doris Zonsius, Zima, Shirley Shedlbauer, Miller in a military tap 4 figure marching number by Mrs. Margaret Walker. There will also be so by Wanda Fisher, Lydia Shirley Shedlbauer, and Zima. A talk by Barbara Ellis deal with the Triology ing. The Stunts club under sorship of Miss Donna will demonstrate technia various forms of tumbling ramids. The members are Mari Norma Branner, Mariett Jean Collins, Shirley Decl Jamison, Lydia Luptak, I. sel, Lois Miller, Marilyn I cille Nitsche, Mildred Zir Nielson, June Rauch, Rauch, Lydia Lamyk, Fra rich, Leona Stokinski, Shirley Shoelbaum, Flor rens, Eleanor Szfrou, Edn and Yolanda Mazzenga. Basketeers Cut Up Have you noticed the 1: styles being sported by tl eers? Although confident cessful season, the team l this drastic step, adoptin ern coiffure certain to fri, enemy. If you don't think they able of horrifying an make a point of seeing ken's and Jim Sorensen's or Chuck' Clark's boyish Certainly Ken Davis is a quiver or two with hi dour. Ed Cue Ball' Thom ran into a lawn mower. opening at Taft 0 Friday Evlilling Fgbruafy 6 1 ln Social CC11t61' . V, No. 8 Taft High School, Chicago, Ill. January 16, 1941 nnualWasl1bofwl Gam Todo 1 'acult Versus Football Team niors Await nal Judgment L Plan Exit th Diplomas luary 29 5 main assembly of the year be held January 29 at 8 p. m. e Taft auditorium. The pro- , entitled Graduation, will 'esented by approximately 144 lating seniors. will be opened by the proces- 1, March Pontificalef' which be followed by the pledge to flag and the singing of the '-Spangled Banner by the lation class and the audience. quartet, composed of Milan lka, James Stanton, John tus, and Robert Vanderpool play The Four Trumpeters, which Joan Shaw will give alutatory address. Community to Sing e graduation class and the ence will again join voices at point in the program to sing lmbia. ier events for the evening will ,e singing of several selections ie girls' Chorus under the di- Jn of Mrs. Ruth Linog the entation of the class gift, stage ights, by George Crist, class dentg the valedictory address 'ancy Gray, and the presenta- of diplomas by Prin. L. A. ar. Recessional e exercises will close with the ng of the school song by the lated class and the recession- Sluettej' by the Taft symphony xstra. directed by Mr. John C. er. - tivities preceding the gradua- ceremonies will be the senior n at the Knickerbocker hotel lay night and the senior lunch- to be held at the Edgewater 3 hotel Wednesday afternoon :30. :kets can be purchased from Jaul Bigler or members of the l committee. We Beliefve in You My dear friends: After enjoying for 12 years our country's great educationalsopportuni- ties, you are novw ready to return a service-a service like that given by Americans to their country throughout the years. Certainly it is a won- derful privilege-to be alive at a time when your country really needs you and you can participate in the many endeavors and ventures that will insure for all time those principles of government which have become so distinctively a part of our very souls. Living in a troubled wo1'ld isn't just all hardshipg it also provides a joyous challenge for service. Determination, resourcefulness, and steady application-all lift self-discipline and hardship to the level of a glorious adventure. And so, let me say to you that we banish our fears, that we feel our hopes and ambitions are safe with youg and that our country, regardless of its needs, has new and splendid champions in you, the January class of 1942. Sincerely, L. A. H oefer. Ice Men Skate In Meet Today At Waveland Mr. Joe Kupcinet, coach ofthe ice men, predicts an excellent show- ing for the Silver and Blue today in the citywide high school ice skating meet at Waveland Park, 3700 Lake Shore drive. Singing blades of steel raced around the rink at Norwood Park January 7 and 8 in tryouts for the Taft team. Boots Mossong, who placed second in the senior 440-yard dash in last year's city meet, is slated to win that event this year. Ray Meyers, the only other mem- ber of the senior team, will enter the mile event. Jack Congdon, junior winner of the 220-yard dash in the city-wide park district meet of last year, will represent Taft in that event. Don Pedler will skate in the junior 440- yard dash. George Fischer, a mighty mite who skates for the Northwest Ice Skating club, and Bob Mathison will skate in the 880-yard event. Congdon, Fischer, Pedler, and Mathison will compete in the jun- ior relay team. Each man skates 440 yards. Citizens of Today To Be 'Citizens Of Tomorrow' Taft takes to the ether waves Sunday, January 25, at 1:30 p. m. on WGN's Citizens of Tomorrow program. . Prin. L. A. Hoefer' will open the program with a brief history of Taft. A short biography of Mr. Hoe- fer will be followed by Stephan Kruty's history of the accomplish- ments of William Stephan, an out- standing student. Among the guests of honor will be Alderman William J. Cowhey of the 41st Ward, Dr. John Bell, dis- trict superintendent, Mrs. F. Rus- sell Lyon, president of the Illinois Congress of the Parent-Teachers as- sociation, and Mrs. Peter Flauter, local P. T. A. president. Mrs. Ruth C. Lino's girls' chorus will sing Balloons in the Snow and Children of the Moon. The audience of 600 Taft students will sing the Taft Loyalty Song and the Star-Spangled Banner. The program will be ended by a cheer led by Marjorie Mann. The audience will have two re- hearsals with the cast. A recording of the program will be made Wed- nesday, January 21, at 4 p. m. After the show, two movies will be seen in the studio. Tutors Attempi To KeepTroph Senior Team, Alumni To Play On Triple Bill By Frank Bostwick Brain vs. B1'awn titles the fa and furious action to take plat this afternoon in the boys' gymn sium when the faculty plays tl football team. The proceeds of tl game will be used to obtain N tional Defense stamps to be distri uted to the needy students of Tai Will the heads of Taft outw the heroes of the gridiron in tl second annual basketball game : they did a year ago 122 to 215 ar win again the coveted Washbo1 Trophy? Sabotage Indicated Not if we can help it! is tl reply of the challengers as the ze' hour approaches. The only reasf they won last time was that th: had six men on their side. Tl ref was practically playing wi1 them, insists one of the griddei squad. The defending champions seem ' think they have nothing abow which to worry. This optimist attitude is probably due to the fa that Muscles Kupcinet will l swishing the air-filled projecti through the hoops, or perhaps it because Sharpshooters Bigler ai Teuscher will again show the prowess. Miller, Rapper to Play Of course, Coach Harry S. Milli will be assisting the champs alol with Coach Jack Rapper, who pra tices in every spare moment. After the battle the Taft dan- band will entertain the crowd uni the second annual alumni-senif basketeers' game begins. Two exciting games and a dan' for the small sum of 25 cents p11 tax! Be a true American. Help bi Defense Stamps for less fortuna Taftites and witness one of tl most entertaining spectacles of th or any other semester. 58 Taft Tribune Scales Tzlv, Figures Bu! e l As Faculty Devours Delicacies Mrs. Rhea Lewis selects a dainty sandwich with care. Miss Clara Larson pours collee tiar end oi tablel. Miss Helen Lowes pours tea as Mr. Kenneth Osbon supervises the conversation of tseated left to rightl Miss Ruth Straight. Miss Catherine Kelly. Miss Ella Luedemann. Miss Florence Deven- ish. Mrs. Chrissie Lascher. Miss Mary Keech, Mr. Anthony Favaro, Mr. C. E. Iohnson. Mr. Leonard Teuscher. and Mr. Max Weinstein. The setting is the annual Christmas faculty tea. Unsung Heroes Of Treasury Heralded at Lastl Unsung heroines heralded below are the helpers of Mr. C. Fullmer, school treasurer. These girls handle all school col- lections and funds faithfully and reliably. Most of the girls are 3B's and many have worked here since they were 1A's. Two of the girls -Jean Crist, office manager, and Lois Mau-are graduating this Feb- ruary. All money to be deposited to the school's bank account is brought to :hese girls who check and recheck :he amounts received, make out re- zeipts, total the days' proceeds, and leliver the money to Brink's service nen. Mr. Fullmer chooses workers vith initiative and reliability, but loes not require previous business experience. However, he prefers to lave bookkeping students with tverages of E or better. Other helpers are Marilyn Evans, gucille Brandt, Ann Majercik. Ethel Klipfel, Elaine Von Ehren, tenee Knoder, Betty Neiman, Yo- ando Mazzoni, and Betty Herman. They enjoy their work, but who loesn't like to handle money? Borrowitzs Strikes! Wctim Doomed Poetry pays, according to Lois Gohde, English 4 student of Miss Martha Hinkel, who receives one dollar in activity tickets as the winner of the fourth essay contest sponsored by the Taft Trib. Winners of second and third prizes, 50 cents and 25 cents in ac- tivity tickets, are respectively James Concannon, English 5 stu- dent of Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff, and Lorraine Jachim, English 7 stu- dent of Miss Janice Fink. Lois's poetic answer to the ques- tion, Whom do you consider the worst pest in the class room, is as follows: He borrows a pencil, He borrows a pen, He borrows some paper From Johnny or Ben. He borrows some ink, He borrows some lead, He borrows from Thomas Or Jimmy or Ned. He borrows erasers, He borrows your comb, He borrows your ruler And leaves it at home. He won't take a hint In spite of all that is said: I think he will borrow Until he is dead. Money, Knowledge Gained by Students Working in College Education Expenses Paid ByPart-time Employment By Audrey Dietz The Illinois Institute of Technol- ogy, whose divisions are Armour College cf Engineering and Lewis Institute of Arts and Sciences, is now offering a co-operative educa- tional program to enable boys and girls to help finance education ex- penses. This prog1'am, called learning and earning, operates on a calen- dar year basis rather than on the usual school year. There are alter- nate eight-week periods of attend- ing classes and of employment in a business or industry related to the course being taken. Wages earned during the working period will completely pay for tuition fees. Experience Pays Dividends Under this plan it takes five years to complete college, but the experience involved is equivalent to four years of college training and two and one-half years of business experience which would be extreme- ly valuable in continuing employ- ment. At Armour College the plan serves ambitious young men and also provides a selected group to various industries. Graduates are awarded the bache1or's degree. At Northwestern, the co-operative plan does not begin until the sec- ond year. Merchants Join Plan The University of Chicago has no formal co-operative plan, but this year a study-employment arrange- ment was organized with the co- operation of Marshall Field and Company. This part-time employment and study is intended for young men and women who are willing to oc- cupy one of the positions character- istic of a department store organ- ization. The student's school program is arranged so that the combination of work and study will not be too demanding. The student carries fewer courses each quarter than does the unemployed student. Young men and women who have attended college under this plan find themselves well prepared for their life's work. Mrs. Mary Farrell, senior class adviser, believes that this plan is very beneficial to anyone going through school. Large firms throughout the city are very will- ing to offer positions to part-time workers. Consult Mrs. Farrell for further information. January 16, Poll Displa s Unique Studs Among Senic In response to popular the Taft Trib sponsored a poll of the grads last week. ever, when actually con with the opportunity to vc grads failed to respond heartedly so that the result lished below, represent mt cross section of the class's c Wittiest: June Magner, l Lewis. Most ircrsatilez Nancy Grl Lessman. Most athletic: Mildred Fred Fassnacht. Most musical: Dorit An Edward Steeve. Most artistic: Pat Peterst Behr. Most gentee-I: Evelyn S Bill Stephan. Bookworm: Lois Johnson, En Kruty. Most service to Taft: Joar George Crist. Smolinski, Neim To Head Alumn Norbert Smolinski and Ali man, both June '40, will he Alumni association as pr and vice-president respective ing 1942 as a result of the e held December 19. May Nelson, June '40, wa ed secretary and Bob Sc June '41, treasurer, at the time. Frank Zemaitis, charter dent, was chosen recording : ry and will immediately work on a history of the : tion. All graduating seniors au cally become members of th ciation. The registration fe cents, payable at graduatio additional dues are collected Mrs. Mary Farrell, sponso that all seniors intending 1 pay their dues before Janu: One-hundred percent co-op is expected from all divisioi 4A representatives to who ments may be made are I Behm, Lorraine Hansen, C Wingfield, and Mardell Clarence, of Miss Ida Lopate sion, is at present leading ix berships paid. The Strong Shall Be Free The Marines Have Landed. films produced by the Inlefll Harvester Company. will be at Tait free of charge. Febru These reels have been ar by the United States military ities. C bell schedule will be ir nary 16, 1942 Taft Tribune gion Otters lance to Win ,000 Award 'e's a chance for high school rs to gain recognition all over iuntry. :American Legion has just lnced that its fifth annual school oratorical contest will ld from April 8 to 18. mners of regional contests will at some place of historical in- , for the finals. angements for regional con- are in the hands of depart- committees, and each commit- ead may choose the subject se within that district. e same subject and oration in the department contest will ed in the finals. The oration for this section will soon be lnced. e main themes of orations in :ontests were The American of Life, The Constitution ts Rights, and The Benefits ing an American Citizen. 2 winner will receive a 34,000 Lrship and an engraved wrist .. The runners-up in the final st will each receive an en- d wrist watch. sidents Attend A. A. Council going president, Mary Jane ey, and future president, Wan- scher, attended the midsec- neeting of the citywide GAA il at Amundsen Wednesday. 1 meeting was held in the of a round table discussion on :ms of interest to all. question of closing intra- or extra-curricular activities 1-GAA members, ways and a of maintaining the interest 1 upper classmen in the GAA, PAA activities in the present 'ency were the main topics of sion. ites Compete horal Contest h the mixed and the girls' ses, under the direction of Catherine Smith and Mrs. Lino respectively, raised their in competitive song at Lane ight against other northwest igh schools. lle the choruses sang, a rec- ' their selections was made to esented to the school. rough this is the first time vocal units have competed, and and the orchestra last Rodents Take Rap As Taftites Set Trap: Conclude Campaign Rat Elimination Aids Defense of Nation They didn't use the Pied Piper's pipe, just rat traps, but Taftites were equally successful in their rat elimination campaign. The campaign, which began in November and lasted through De- cember, ended with a report by each division on what it had done toward rat elimination. Rodents, Beware! The total report is as follows: 435 students burned garbage 62 wrote letters to the alderman about slow garbage removal. 294 caught rats with traps. 626 caught mice with traps. 151 used rat poison. A 168 plugged up holes. 93 sealed up other means of en- try. 46 used other methods such as cats, rat terriers, or shooting to eliminate. Special credit for the success of the campaign goes to Chairman Mary Jane Caboor, 4B, and Alter- nate chairman Robert Bianchi, 3A, Publicity committee, Eleanor Kra- lik, 4B, and Ann McTaggart, 3A. Although the rat elimination, a phase of the Clean-up campaign, is ended, the above officers' work is not finished. They will head a com- mittee consisting of one member from each division to be elected February 1. However, Taft students should make the War on rats an all- year-round one since it is reported that there are as many rats in Chi- cago as there are people. Rats cause waste, and war against waste is the civilian's part in national de- fense. Patriotic Theme Inspires Clean-Up Poster Contest With national defense as the theme, the citywide clean-up poster contest got under way this fall. In the art departments of the Chicago public high schools, posters were created and sent to Miss Jane Pal- cyzinski. art supervisor of the Chi- cago hign schools. Students of Mrs. Ida Go1dfein's art classes participated in the con- test: Lucille Sussland, 2A, Donald Sinnen, 4B, Ann Marie Danielson, ZA, Ruth Droege, 1A, Florence Willard, 2A, Bob McGrath, 1A, Wil- liam Loeschen, 2A, and Richard Landerholm. year brought home an E and an S rating respectively in the city- wide contest. .5 Taft Victory Team Conguers World For Princnval and Alma Mater 5 A Sf Tait's information experts-left to right. Norman Esserman. Meredii Granger. and Bruce Kelso-present to Principal L. A. Hoeier the globe the won in the finals of the Young America Answers broadcast, series A. ove WGN December 13 against Kelvyn Park. Mr. Hoefer in turn presented the team and the globe to the school c an assembly December 17. By their victory the Tait team, which is coached by Miss Maud Nelson earned the right to compete in the grand semi-finals next May. -- Proven .7 Community Chest Full of Talent The applause was tremendous when the community came to Taft last Monday at 7:30 p. m. The occa- sion was A Presentation of Talent Interests in a United Community sponsored by the P. T. A. The program began with a salute to the flag. Following came ad- dresses by Mrs. Peter Flauter, pres- ident of the P. T. A., and Principal L. A. Hoefer. The Taft Honor So- ciety under the direction of Miss Martha Hinkel presented The Roll Call of Talent. An interesting technicolor movie, This Amazing America, which de- picted a trip from coast to coast, was shown. The Edison Park com- munity chorus under the direction of Mr. William Kreamer sang sev- eral numbers. Mrs. William M. Kreamer, music chairman oft he P. T. A., gave a vocal solo. Several selections were played by the Taft concert band under the direction of Mr. John Rapier. Expose Taft Artists Have Designs On Art Calendars , Taft has been represented in th field of athletics, on the radio, 1: the musical world, and now Jea Hoban, Joseph Kobeck, and Eilee: Stokes have once again put us ou in front with their art work. Each year the art departments c the Chicago public high school submit wooden and linoleum blocl prints to Miss Elizabeth Well Robertson, the directress of art 0 the Chicago high schools. From the hundreds of print that are submitted those that ar judged best in art spirit and er pression are printed in the annua engagement calendar, which is the: sold with the purpose of bringin, enjoyment to the owners. Over 100 block prints were sen from Taft last June. From thes Eileen's, Jean's, and Joseph's wer' selected for the calendar. ,Q .. V 60 Taft Tribune de to Graduates Your days of high school study now are drawing to a close: You soon will leave the shelter that with a high school goes. You will be on your own e'er long, Your aim to do or die, And as you fondly gaze at Taft, You softly say Good-by. The hours of study-staunch and hard-no longer seem a bore. Your classes now seem wondrous things- They never did before. Post-graduate days no longer are thought of with a sigh, For soon they too shall all be yours When you have said Good-by. Goodbyl It will not be for long, for years do quickly fleet, And soon the time will come again When your paths will meet. There is so much for you to learn and dog so may your aims be high. And may you kindly think of those who now bid you Good-by. Lorraine Risauy Buy Defense Stamps: Dr. fohnsan Dear Students: Every individual in the entire nation is clamoring for a place in defense work. Each one asks, What can I do? The able-bodied men, of course, are taking their place in the army, the navy, the air force, and the marines. The Red Cross is active, organ- izing groups of women for first aid, knitting, and sewing. Other organ- izations are keeping up the morale of the service men. That kind of service is extended almost exclusively to adults, You think, and you want to know something you can do to help. We know you are willing to make sacrifices as well as the older members of your family. There is one thing you can do. Buy Defense Stamps. A dime will buy one, or a quarter, or a dollar. Every Denny counts toward owning a bond. Contribute to the Red Cross. Help them to carry on their splen- did services. There is another way you can serve your country-continue your edu- cation. If you are still attending high school make every sacrifice to finish your course, You are the men and women of tomorrow and our country will always be in need of well-trained men and women, Carry on your education for the defense of your country. Sincerely, William H. Johnson, Superintendent of Schools. The Case of Mrs. Smith Versus P See that piece of refuse on the lunchroom floor? Looks harmless, doesn't it? But it isn't! It's Taft's Public Enemy No. 1. It is so criminal that it has caused Mrs. Blance Smith, lunchroom head, a fractured arm, much pain, and a stay in the hospital. The accomplices of that piece of refuse were two boys who, because they were acting up, forced Mrs. Smith to run after them. In so doing she slipped on the obnoxious waste paper that cluttered the floor. The refuse isn't guilty, but the people who left it there are. Does the shoe fit you? Taft Tribune Published Bi-weekly by the Journalism Students ot the WILLIAM HOWARD 'l'AF'l' HIGH SCHOOL 5625 North Natoma Ave.. Chicago. Ill. January 16 Price Ten Cents First class honor rating, National Scholastic Press Association Editor-in-chief: Lorraine Risavy. Assistant Editors: Lois Johnson. Norma Tess. Feature Editors: Pat Dolan, Jean Lutz. Exchange editor: Winnie Pufunt. Typlsts: Henry Belzer, Pat CNorwoodJ Dolan. Photography: Stanley Logan. Circulation adviser: Mr. Paul W. Bigler, Editorial adviser: Mrs. Evelyn L. Perry. Burning Up The Brain Cells Have you seen . . . That something new that's been added to the manly countenance of Bob Behr, 4A? A henna cookie- duster, no less. Any of the five compacts Lor- raine Darth, 3B, received as Christ- mas gifts? Double loyalty was displayed at the Taft-Schurz game by Lenny Basak, former Taftie now at Schurz, who wore his purple and gold basketball jacket over an Eagle sweater. What is a fitting doom for those boys who unmercifully cast pals, fully clad, into the shower? Poor Bob Hood, 3B, is still all wet as a result. The eager clipping has taken its toll as Barbara Bigler, 3B, flat- ly refuses to be seen at the prom with Chuck Nohair Gauger. Line Forms Here Line forms to the right for the autographs of Ann Sandi Ellis, lA, who knows a guy, who knows a guy, who knows a guy, who knows Otto Graham. Bill Byer, 3B, member of the ju- nior basketball team, was embar- piece of rassed when he threw a lemon at Felix Matteresse, 3B, and it hit Betty Mugnai, 3A, eye. By the looks of their seems that the girls from Taft are jealous of the latest crew cuts the boys are sporting. in the hair, it Stade Turns Hero Quick thinking on the part of Harry Stade, ZA, probably saved the life of a little 6-year old, Janu- ary 8. When passing a house on Moody Avenue, he noticed that the Christmas tree was burning. Sparks from an electric train had set the tree on fire and the house was rapidly filling with smoke when Harry rushed in, notified the fire department, and led the child to safety. The fire was existinguished by the fire department which arrived a few minutes later. What a Team! Joe Giorno and Bob Suvada, 3B's, are a team. When Mrs. Adelaide Holterhoff, English teacher, was explaining democracy, she cited, Abraham Lincoln was a great democrat. Joe and Bob rose as one man to shout, He was a Republican. Joe made a report on English dramatists for the same class and remarked that it was interesting to find that so many of them came from Dublin. The teacher asked Bob then who came from Dublin. and he replied, Why, the Irish, of course! January 16, Graduates Recall Happy Moments Enjoyed at Taft By Wilma Dubs What will you remembe about high school? queries quiring reporter this week. Hoping that a certain won't read this, Mildred Zii always remember cutting N while Marge Busch will ne' get the physical education oi Whether it's flattery or ni nor Price and Betty Win agree that Mr. Addison I classes with the fun and sca long be remembered. Bob Holms and Daisy think they enjoyed divisior the most. Bill Lessmann ca forget that famous sta You'l1 find it in Magruder yes! Mooney's Face Unforgei Mr, Mooney's smiling fe remain in my memory for time, states Bill Stephan. Fun in the lunchroon Pete Sievers, Gladys Th lian Ehlert, and Delores Sm Ruth Wurmsted and Maril cher feel that Miss Alice Mi class was really fun. Best of all were the bab to one, comment Dick holm and Bob Dressel. Betty Miller more seriousl that she'll forever remerr the homework, but Nano will think only of the fun music of the Tophatters. Kids' Fads Always Vi Different fads the 'kids' school, says Betty Klimek. Kiesel will always wondei the kids. Dress rehearsals with tl cenium Players, remarkf Lewis. It was really fun. Lois Johnson can't forgel one's taking her doughnuts social center, while HOWRTI thinks only of the Sadie If Day Dance and the girls the fellows even if that's unusual. As the stage dimmed brightened revealing the of Christmas Present i Proscenium Players' DY' tion of Dickens'S Chl Carol, the graduation gift of lights burst into nence. The brilliance of these along with the actors transformed the P9l'f0 into one rivaling that of sionals. To the graduates, thanl gift that will enhance all plays and increase the ness of the stage! nary 16, 1942 Taft Tribune 6 'Chefs Recovetft Alumni oin Up The BOY of the M0nth m Happy, B ctic Holidays wh Rapper Takes a Wife Jack Rapper, basketball , threw off the cloak of bache- ud and donned the marital when he and Beverly Green- tennis star, marched up the during the Christmas vaca- to future plans, Mr. Rapper ld to talk. n, Halverson Babies Arrive ta Claus and the stork had a close race to the Irving Ru- .nd the Ellis Cobb Halversons. lessed bundle weighing eight s arrived at the Rubens' De- r 18, their wedding anniver- baby was born at the Mich- eese hospital. Both mother aby are doing well, and the , Taft bookkeeping teacher, lorted to be recovering from rain although he has iso HE lost seven pounds. the result of a contest held e father, the baby will be 1 Harriet. Harriet came home Kear's eve just in time to cel- it-year old Carol Halverson las a six and one-half pound arother. Since the little vol- Jf joy resembles his father Mrs. Halverson, Taft history -rj he will be titled Ellis Cobb rson Jr. The mother and ba- z doing well at the Highland iospital. The father is able to Jut his Work. ditions to Seyller, Vestal Clans Kenneth Seyller, junior coun- also acquired an addition to tmily during the Christmas ys. ke the Ruben and Halverson ing, his was in the form of an-up, Mr. Walter F. Smejkal, at Illinois Medical school, married his only daughter et, a Chicago lunchroom su- or, December 20, before an Jlage of 500 guests. newlyweds are honeymoon- Florida. Clarence Vestal, physics in- ir, also acquired a son-in-law mas day when his daughter vowed to love, honor, and lorporal Robert R. Hussman Portland, Oregon, air base. couple will reside in Port- Jr the present. nnie Scott Comes Out Bonnie Scott, daughter of 3ially prominent Dr. Richard made her debut at the facul- held at Taft December 17. one-year old debutante wore citing creation of cerulean depicting a fashion future will, no doubt, set the vogue. coiffure, done by Madame Wzth ncle am There's Something About a Sailor! Dick Oberg, June '41, has joined the Marines for four years to do his hit for America. The United States naval forces can also boast of assistance from Dick Trier and Reinhold Bendl, June i40. Taft Brews Brains Cyrilla Matuszak, June '41, was recently awarded a scholarship to the Institute of Modern Business. Adeline Altergott and Warren Ericksen have been displaying their dramatic talents at Lake Fo- rest college. They both had parts in the school comedy, Ever Since Eve. Adeline is a second semester freshman, and Warren entered the college this fall. Out of Circulation According to Brother Frank, Jean Bostwick has gone off the deep end now that she has an- nounced her intentions to Wed Dick Downing qbrother of Jim, presi- dent of the Student Councilj. Un- fortunately the ceremony will be postponed for the duration of the war since the future bridegroom leaves for Kelly Field, Texas, Jan. 20. Mathilde, was an exact replica of one worn by Cleopatra when she was the present age of the young 'fd-sb. The highlight of the affair oc- curred when Miss Scott, after a formal introduction to the disting- uished guests, turned and said with a. slight curtsey, Ga-Goo-Dar Ba. This little speech is, of course, self explanatory. Miss Scott has been spending most of her time up to the present in her private boudoir, but now that she has made her bow to so- ciety, her name will figure more prominently in social circles. Purcells Return from South Mr. Addison Purcell, renowned chemist, is back at work after a two-week sojourn in Florida. One peculiar physical aspect of his re- turn is the little black patch he again sports on his eye. Before leaving on his trip, Mr. Purcell voiced his eagerness for a visit to Cuba. Mrs. Purcell, how- ever, elected Florida, and from the looks of things she forcibly got her way. Of course, the patch may just be covering a badly sunburned area. With the coming of the new year, another figure steps into the lime- light at Taft. He is Edward Steeve, Principal L. A. Hoefer's choice for the first boy of the month for 1942. Since his coming to Taft two and one-half years ago from Schurz, Edward has been a member of the Student Council, the Senior Boys' club, the Honor Society, the or- chestra, the basketball team, an the graduation committee. He wa a candidate for class president. In a recent poll held for 2,30 Shopping News carriers at the Chi cago Youth Exposition, Edwarl was awarded second-prize medal fo his high scholarship. Favorite subjects with Edwarf are math and chemistry: hobbies basketball and fishing. Las summer at Yellowstone Nationa Park, he related, I found a nic little lonely part of the lake. Mucl to my sorrow I saw a man alreadg there. Before very long I hal caught a dandy three-pound trout. 'tThe man came over to congratu late me, and imagine my surprisi when he introduced himself as Her bert Hoover, our ex-president! Nc ticing his disappointment over th: fish he hadn't caught, I gave hin mine, thus saving the presiden from starving, he concluded. Edward's pet peeves are teacher: with whom he can't argue, the as sembly pest, and noisy cars during the ninth period. The only reasoi I object to the cars, he explained is that I always wish I were then too. Edward's particular penchant: are eating and seeing Taft win. The Tribune Pre What would you think if you were told that there is a person at Taft with the ability to teach short- hand, typing, civics, United States history, and English? In all prob- ability you would answer impos- sible.' There is such a person here, however-Miss Grace Rogers, Taft's teacher of the month. Born in Zanesville, Ohio, Miss Rogers and her family were seized with the Wanderlust, and so she was graduated from grade school in New York and later from the East high school in Ohio. Her first two years of college were spent at the Ohio State uni- versity, her first junior semester at nts M its ogers Northwestern. Then sh eturnec to Ohio where she received her A.B degree in United States history. All the Chicago high schoo teaching in which Miss Rogers haf engaged has been at Schurz ani Taft. While at Schurz she taugh' English, shorthand, and typing. Shi has been teaching United State: history and civics at Taft in addl tion to sponsoring the Senior Girls club. Her love of dramatics and hei ability to get young people to Worlf with her were demonstrated at the Senior Girls' historical sensation Famous Women, given last year and again this semester in theii tremendous triumph, the Bill oi Rights assembly. Miss Rogers's hobbies are making quilts and pottery. She very greatly enjoys working with young people and has sponsored some campfire work at camps during the summer months. Her pet peeve is students who do not have the sense to keep quiet in the auditorium. Her childhood ambition was to be a teacher and she says she has nev er regretted taking that as a. ca reer. Her main ambition at the present is to master the pipe organ and become a church organist. After she retires from teaching Miss Rogers would like to get a. jot writing the historical bakground for some newspaper or motion pic- ture concern. 52 Taft Tribune January 16, Externporaneous Excerpts Essay Views Mosquitos The sun is sinking in the west lnd the frogs are bginning to send rut their gravel throated signals. Jow a hum starts from under- neath the foliage as small peculiar lircraft roll out from cover and varm up their engines. With a lrone composed of a thousand ones, squadron after squadron ake off and after circling for ltitude, proceed over the country ide. The single weapon to be a ong, pointed projection from a tur- 'et in front. A camper has just retired and is ul sky. Up in the air the flight 'ul sky. Up in tre air the flight eader rocks his wings, signaling he rest to form a single line, vhereupon he peels of and leads L dive attack on the unfortunate vbjective. The deafening drone luts the victim in a panic as he rantically waves his anti-air-craft lefense in the air. After a num- ber of direct hits by the invaders, I. fog rolls up from the swamps, nuch in the poor fellow's favor. Phe decreased visibility thrives and lrives the murderers away with The Bride Came E O. B. By James Forney f'Miss Brown, keep ringing that number until you DO get an an- swer! These words came from the mouth of a large, well-built man in his middle fifties who was sitting behind his desk in a comfor- tably furnished office. The small sign on his desk in- troduced him to us as Mr. H. G. Parker, president of the Parker Construction company. He was nervously puffing on the small butt of a cigar when a knock came on his door. Come in . . . Oh, it's only you- he said as he recognized his son, Tom, dashing young man-about town, engaged only in spending his father's money. Yeah, Dad, Mom sent me down to pick you up so you woldn't stay here all night working on that again. Tom, I'm worried deal, he replied with shattered hope. But Davis deal Frankly, about that an air of wait, you've given me an idea! . , , Yes, you'd make a . . . you'd make a very nice couple, he mused. Couple!!! Oh, no, you don't! their attack as 1153131 3 Success' Qegikrolll was spurred into action. If mefxoqesbb-'9 s vstcm.'bzyv1.1iymarM ' 'On A Genius Perhaps if it were a flying, bright lay instead of a lugubrious, droop- I would say some- subject of birds, or ng dark one, hing on the uke-boxes, or milk and doughnuts, rut today I'll talk about books. me plenty of oppor- That gives unity to express views on var- ous and sundry things, to pity the luthors, the readers, and myself. On such a day as this I love to grab a mystery and devour it from :over to cover. II might add that an any day I would do the same hing. Gory stories of violent leath give me a chance to indulge n morbidness and to test my great malytical powers as compared with .hose of Holmes, Reader, Vance, mnd others. It is rather odd, but I find that ,he great minds and I have much n common. Take, as an example, Vlr. J. G. Readerg you find that our .nitials fthe first two anywayj tgreeg We both carry umbrellas -ather unnecessarilyg we are un- nterested in outward appearances: md we both are genuises of sorts. 3ur deductions are startling when you' consider that we find things noone else notices for cares tol. Mr. 'Holmes and I are both gifted with deftness in bestowing sar- Jasm. I fear, however, that my gehuis will be ever hidden, for I modestly, carry my light under a Jushel. Josephine Gendtelle yoifre referring to that Mary Davis, who's always got her puss plastered on the society page, you've got another think coming. But, Tom, be reasonable. If you're married to Davis's daughter, he can't refuse my offer. This is the biggest deal I've had in yearsg you can divorce her as soon as J. J. puts his signature on the con- tract. It Won't cost you a cent: I'll establish a trust fund to pay off the alimony. As for the scandal, we'll make enough on this deal for both of us to retireg we can move to South America. I should be reasonable! Tom was getting madder by the minute. Listen, Dad, you may be able to cut my allowance to S500 a week, but you can't tell me whom I'm going to marry. To Do or Not To Do I guess I was a little foolish, said Parker, a twinkle coming into his eye, but this will just about ruin me, and you'll have to go out and get a job on your own. What kind of girl is she? When do I meet her? The very thought of work almost paralyzed Tom. I knew you'd see it my way, said Mr. Parker, half gloating over his victory. I've already arranged for you to meet her at Chestnut and Main at 12:30 tomorrow and take her to lunch. The next day, at quarter to one, Tom was hurrying along Chestnut street towards the dsignated inter- section, Well aware that he was 15 minutes late. But his punctuality was not to be exceeded by that of Miss Davis. About the same time, she was has- tily making her way up Main street toward Chestnut. It appeared that they would arrive at the corner at about the same time. In fact they arrived so simultaneously and with sudh a resounding thud, that, when each had recovered, his or her re- spective senses and picked up his or her bat-tered corpse, a heated ar- gument ensued, They retired to the far, ends of the corner, and each impatiently awaited his or her date. Neither had recognized the other. Haste Makes Waste fln Mary's rnindjz That wolf! That fresh guy is probably wait- ing around to follow me when I leave. If Tom doesn't get here in 10 minutes, I'm going to call a policeman. fln Tom's mindjz That flirt! That gold-digger is waiting for me to apologize to her and offer to take her to lunch so she'll get a free meal. Meanwhile, Mr. Parker has suc- ceeded in making a date with J. J. Davis for the purpose of discus- sing the contract, and the two are on their way to Pa,rker's club for lunch. By chance, they pass the corner where the two are still waiting. Parker stops the car to ask Tom why he is still waiting there. Davis likewise gets out and asks Mary for an explanation. In the general awakening and revelation whcih followed, the quarrel over the collision was patched up and it was decided that all four should have lunch togeth- er. But Tom and Mary had taken a sudden mutual liking to each other and the two decided to ditch the others and go off by them- selves. And So They Lived Happily Ever After When Mr, Parker returned home that evening, jubilant with the news that Davis had signed the contract at lunch and that Tom need never see Mary again, he was greeted by a sealed envelope lying on the table in the living room, He opened the envelope and read: Dear Dad: By the time you read this, Mary and I will be Mr. and Mrs. Send allowance check clo Hotel Plaza. Niagara Falls. I Wasn't a Patch Till You Made Me One By Burton Green The blinding lights on thi lonely road reflected by the ping pavement formed myri dazzling glares. Neverthele old car, with poor brakes and tires, rushed along at a dan speed-for he was late. His headlights were din flickered, trying to decide W to remain on or off. Still the ometer needle quivered at which made that rolling ene destruction quiver and vibr if protesting to him who d but heedlessly, for he was la hurrying. ' Every so often the road turn, and as he roared arou curve, he could feel the tire ping, sliding on that inky strip of wet tar on the slick concrete. The car kept prot the tires kept slipping-for l late. But what is that ahead - blot of black in darkness, th. dow blocking the light com. wards him-what could it be' ably a patch of asphalt in tl crete. But this is a. new r doesn't have any patches yet ably a grease spot from some Or could it be---. His foot flashed from the rator to the much-worn bral alg he pumped it up and ds desperation. These brakes, going to have them fixe1 sobbed. The tires screamed and b the cold wet concrete, tl swayed wildly as he fought 1 control, and then that ghastlj line drawn in India. ink by ff Satan! The right wheels su locked as the tires touched 1 line, and 4,000 pounds of hc skidded out of control-a te shriek, a ghastly, sickening and all was still. The car stood still in the of the roadg the body lay sp out in front of the stearnil outstretched hand flailin, pavement in its last conv bright red arterial life-blood ed out, mingled with the drizzle, and stained the cem everlasting crimson warning who pass over it. A wretchin seated, agonized sob, and th lay still too. He covered his eyes froi grim spectacle. My Got gasped. He was in a hurry-yes, late! But he's too late-now nary 16, 1942 Taft Tribune w to Balance e Budget? dy Bookkeeping By Doris Ericksen Malcolm McCuaig, bookkeep- 1structor, and Mr. Irving Ru- lead of the commercial depart- are emphatic in their agree- that a knowledge of bookkeep- s essential in every business rn for everyone from the big- zxecutive to the lowliest office told, there are 300 job classi- Dns in the directory of jobs in 1 a knowledge of bookkeeping uested. :sookkeeper's job is not easy. lust not only be thoroughly erfectly drilled in his a, b, c's, ven more so in his 1, 2, 3's. must have a. natural liking iathematical calculations. If ioesn't exist, there must be de- ed patience, accuracy, per- ince, and orderliness. :ome Tax Bothering You? you don't want to wear out gray matter later on when you s out your income tax reports, .e brushing up in the interest- .atter of simple accounting to- vill save a lot of worry tomor- Thus speaks one who knows, ,ubin. accountant's job is to deter- the methods, policies, and pro- es in keeping of necessary lsg an auditor checks the fig- for correctness, and a book- r makes the records in the er and form ordered by the ntant. tes Mr. McCuaig, Not only :areful bookkeeping show dai- a condition of each individual nt in which a company is in- ed, but a summary of all ac- s shows the active condition business as a whole. bookkeeper must keep his in perfect balance to a cent. nay wonder what one missing r could possibly mean, but an error of one cent might a. delay and search continu- sr days. Super Mind Desirable you can see where a book- r must be good. He couldn't mself be bowled over by such e twisters as liabilities, pro- lrships, trial balances, in- a, and depreciation reserves. -n in the home a thrifty house- knows how to keep her rec- straight and her budgets bal- . The cost of living may not -wn for her, but at least she 3 what she has done with her I. s knowledge is a necessity for leys and administrators and gers of institutions and busi- s. ertified public accountant has .isfy the state department of tion that his knowledge of eeping is so complete that his Eddie Editofs Note- Due to priorities The Trib was unable to reach Edgar Guest, so Lillian Wahlquist, 4A, donated some of her equally interesting masterpieces. Slack Season Girls are wearing slacks at school, Hoping they'll look classy, But this dress only spotlights The unassuming chassis. The art of wearing a pair of pants Requires no great technique 3 The trouble with the girls is that They haven't the right physique. What's The Use Jack was just a boy whose school attendance had been reg'1ar, And chanced to try some ditching With a school detesting fellar, Returning back to school, he found His work had piled up high, Explained his two days' absence With A hastily thought up lie, Some encores he knew, were his Without a doubt, And went to class not knowing What his studies were about. Discussion and debates that day Were just a cloudy mass, He found a test was given in Most every other class. The books he carried home that night, Were more than e'er he'd taken, He did his work and went to bed, Next morning to awaken With just one single thought in mind, Ditching's not for me, For though he'd had a holiday, He paid well for his spree. oan Shaw Wins D. A. R. Award Joan Shaw has been selected from the senior girls at Taft to receive the pin of the daughters of the American Revolution be- cause of her outstanding service to the school and her high scholar- ship. Each year one senior girl is cho- sen from each high school in the union, and at a, drawing one girl is selected from each state to take a one week trip to Washington and Mount Vernon with all expenses paid. The other girls receive the honor pin. ' signature certifying correctness will be prima facie evidence of such correctness. Finally, some parts bookkeeping whether it's her budgets, his accounts, states Mr. Rubin, of the rudiments of are used universally, by the housewife in the business man in the secretary in her private records, or the schoolboy with his allowance. Guessed Faithfully Yours If ever you should leave me, And break my trusting heart- Although it sure would grieve me, I'll always take your part. If ever you mistreat me, Of if I find you've lied, The only place I'd seat me Would still be at your side. If you should play a fool's I'd still come at you beck, But if you ever tell a soul- My love, I'll break your neck . role, Broken Hearted Are you going to the prom? I hear it every day: And when I say that I can't go They smile and turn away. Four long years I spent in wonder, Waiting for my chance. I lived my life at fashion shows And went to every dance. I learned each step from A to Z3 I tried and tried and tried: Until I stepped upon the floor, My head swelled high with pride. I met up with a boy one day Who captured my poor heart, And now you see us everywhere We never are apart. But now the truth, the awful truth Is seen with just one glance. My dreams have scattered, turned to dust You see he does not dance. A Short Holiday Librarians Take Bookworms were out of luck the Thursday before Christmas vaca- tion when the assistant librarians danced and dined the ninth, 10th, 11th, and 12th periods. The walls of this usually quiet sanctum of readers rang with mer- riment when the 35 bookshelvers got together to devour the cake, cook- ies, cokes, and candy prepared by Mary Jane Shirley, 4A, chairman, and her committee of five, Betty Blagg, Mary Ann Leonhardt, Karen Madsen, Florense Shirley, and Doris Walgren. These Taftites deserved a bit of recreation for their services. Each assistant is scheduled for a diffe- rent task weekly. Among his duties are shelving and arranging books, shellacking and lettering new books, and guarding doors and ma- gazines. Elementary business training stu- dents also help to file. Those who have shown special aptitude for this work will be chosen for desk work next semester. An art com- mittee provides the attractive pos- ters that decorate the library. The helpers who work five peri- ods a week receive 10 credit points. 62 In the Quake Of the News By Bill Bessemer -- Brain Teaser: I wonder if the sun on the J: panese flag is rising or setting? -Ann Nonymous. Wouldn't It Be Funny- If Chicago's morning newspaper kept trying to get the jump o each other with early editions s that they became evening papers -Daisy. What'S His I. Q.? Then there's 'the gal who didn! Want to take any chances on fol getting her combinationg so sh wrote it in her notebook and 1ef it in her locker over the holiday Real clever, eh? -Billie. This Should Prove Something- An Eastern detective agenc that specializes in tracing missin and lost persons has been employe by more than 75,000 wives to fin their missing husbands, but by oz ly 15 husbands to find their wives -The Safe Driver. The Supreme Sacrifice- I thought I could get a new spoz coat with my cash Christmas pre: ents, but you d0n't buy clothe with Defense Stamps. -A Martyr to Defense. Has the Author One? There is a book in the library o how to get a job, but don't get ez cited-it's not guaranteed, -Joe Glutz, Pet Peeve: The guy that refers to everyon as what's his name on you-know street. Crist Makes News Making the headlines of the bl, city newspapers is George Cris1 prominent young Taftie, who wa noted winner in a contest sponsorel by the Chicago Tribune. Georg will be given an interview whicl will be published along with hi picture in next Sunday's Metropoi itan section. The graduates were asked t choose one of 10 seniors picket by Prin. L. A. Hoefer and th faculty as representative of th senior class. Other candidates were Georg Crist, Nancy Gray, Henrietta Kri1 ikson, Steven Kruty, Bill Lessmar Joan Shaw, William Stephan, N01 ma Tess, Henry Vandenberg, ant Jack Winton. 64 Strictl 1 Honors Starting the new year off right ire the following students who nade either four Ss or three S's and one E in their major subjects for the third quarter. The names are presented here as submitted by the division teachers: :he Tribune can take no responsi- Jility for names omitted or mis- spelled. 1Bi,S Ralph Carlson, Lawrence Domski, Helen Greshammer, Corinne Lauschke, Karen Madsen, Coralynn Vlanchee, Lillian Nowatczynski, Ha- rold Pearson, Germaine Petermann, Betty Peterson, Irene Sprecken, Do- iald Stephan, Richard Tholin, Rob- art Walker, Carlyle Weichmann, 70S9Dhine Westbrook, Marjorie Burnett, Lorraine Kuffel, Marion Lindsten, Marion Rees, Nancy Weise. 1A's Mary Dalton, Dorothy Ettinger, Isabelle Moravec. 2B's Victoria Asimopulus, Marion Doemland, Edward Ferguson, Rob- art Forney, Clarence Samuelson. 2A's Dorothy Bock, Erna Mae Bone, Eloria Brodhagen, Lois Duty, Lois Gohde, Ruth Kohtala, Marcella. Lu- dowski, Corinne Otto, Howard Ru- din, Lucille Sussland, Janeva Weichman, Rosemary Wollsten. 3B's Gladys Barbara, Eleanor Barry, Ivan Danko, Phyllis Dolan, Maralyn Ellis, Shirley Ford, James Forney Virginia Gilhus, Lillian Groh, John Granath, Laverne Hogfelt, Florence Kaminski, George Klatt, Ethel Klip- fel, Carmelita. Larocco, Lucille Lar- son, Carolyn Larson, Ann Majercik, Lucille Nitsche, James Petrie, Judd Pope, Ruth Solberg, Constance Ziet- low. 1 3A's Leila Anderson, Norman Flasch, Mary Elaine Gill, Betty Holiday, Marilyn Izard, Joann Love, Ann McTaggart, June Ringquist, Robert Smith, Lois Sommerfeld. 4B's Marilyn Brandt, Josephine Gen- dielee, Meredith Granger, Mary Graves, Phyllis Harper, Jean Hem- pel, Eleanor Kralik, Jean Lutz, Pearl Meyer, Lorraine Risavy, Don- ald Sinnen, Louis Varnell, Florence Zielinski. 4A's Barbara Alitis, Nancy Gray, Lois Johnson, Betty Klimek, Stephen Kruty, Lillian Marek, Joan Shaw, Evelyn Sievers, Norma fffess, Gladys Thor. ' Taft Tribune january 16, Cookie Bowlers' Bowi Over R ooleies Displaying the cookies brought by Tait students for the rookies are. reading irom left to right. in the front: Lucille Kimpilin and Lois Miller. co- chairmen: row one: G. Klesch. L. Schumacher. I. Weichman. M. Heck, W. Fisher. H. Swanson. M. Busch. I. Kero. and L. Brockhoii. Row two: S. Auerswald. L. Benson. L. Kleczynski. M. Brandt. D. Zonzius. M. I. Shirley. P. Pollak. P. Gundlach. B. Davies and G. Ginger. Row three: A. Peterson. E. Pick. L. Marek. C. Shatto. G. Kail. Miss D. McGuire. Miss R. Straight. C. Donigan. D. Kane. H. Scholle. I. Olson. I. Krocker. and I. Iindra. Call to Arms Comes To Taft Girls Senior and junior girls, the Red Cross is calling you! You can serve in the Red Cross by enrolling classes which have been organized especially for upper class girls by who is in charge of Mr. Wordell, the Norwood Park field house. During the classes which meet on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 and Tuesday evening at 7:30 the girls will receive first aid instruction. This instruction will be useful in case of epidemics, air raids, in- juries, and for bedside care. Here's a chance for Taft girls to do their part for National defense. Who'll Be Scrubbed skit X it ff! f 4.3, J i k - N x , X llill X f f 1 t X N Who will win the coveted trophy. pictured above. in the squabble be- tween the profs and the grid men today? ' Red Cross Drive Nets 300 Pounds From Taftites Surpassing all expectation, Taft students contributed over 300 pounds of cookies for rookies in the new popular citywide cam- paign. The drive, which took place De- cember 19, was a part of the Junior Red Cross project being conducted by Taft under the co-sponsorship of Miss Ruth Straight and Miss Don- na Mc Guire. As the register indicated, approx- imately 200 Taftites brought cook- ies wrapped in Christmas trim- mings. Although the work of the Junior Red Cross at Taft has not been pub- licized, it has been active for some- time. The household arts depart- ment has produced several dozen refugee garments during the past year. The work on the dresses was so well done that they were used for models to show other chapters what products are possible from the crude material used. The idea of making the Cookies for Rookies campaign a school project came from students desir- ous of doing something since war has been declared. W o r k i n g along indefatigably with Miss Straight and Miss Mc- Guire are Taft's Junior Red Cross representatives, Lois Miller and Lucille Kimpflin. Lois and Lucil- le were chiefly responsible for the management of the campaign. Mrs. Henrietta Hintz, commer- cial teacher, and her husband pro- vided truck transportation for the Howard Rudin 'I Lower Classmen In Honor Points By Robert Smith Who says it's impossible lower classmen with I.Q's o' Not just a few boys have shi -oh no! Why, Miss Martha sponsor of the Honor Soci practically jumping with joy prospect of 32 brainy sop' and freshmen boys-potenti cers for the society. The hero of the 2A group z to be Howard Rudin, who h passed all other 2A boys in points. A close second is run l Vogt with the rest of the fiel ing out in this order: Don Fi Merton Connolly, followed bi interested in a future of I ture, Sheldon Becker, and with Clarence Johnson. 2B Group Has 13 Meml The strange fact that ml appear in the group seems prove the theory that anyo nected with music, and esj swing music, is a Uscrewbal 2B troup claims Harry Taf phone player of the Esquire The big brains in the 2E belong to Harry Conklin, Forney, who has a straight ' ord, William Hechenbach, Kolpek, Joseph Kowalski, W Madden, Phillip Nelson, I Nettnin, John 0'Connell, Powers, James Thomson, ar ert Warner. Rahn Leads 1A's Competition among the seems very close with l Rahn leading and Thomas just one point behind. In o points the others are Jams James Jacobsen, Gerald I Richard Bergsund, Robert J and John Ekdahl. A future doctor appears i lip Marquette, while Bertr: derson shows an athletic bel Fitzgerald appears on the sc lowed by Daniel Schneide will be remembered for his : in the last Society show. Miss Hinkel offers console those who missed members being short only one or two Remember every student in have the proud distinction c ing the gold honor society he averages 18 points a st during the 3A, 4B, and 4A ters. ,L,ll.l.-1 cookies to the Service Men teen at West Washington St Asked if she would care cup of coffee, Mrs. Hintz in the affirmative and was upon served coffee and coo the charming hostess, Mrs. i J. Kelly, wife of the mayor. xary 16, 1942 lbs, Rookies Play aokey -'Encores' out Senior Girls By Jean Beaton The Band Played On or here's Something About a Soldier or vhow, the Eats Were Good l students belonging to the Se- : Girls' club are invited to act ostesscs at Taft's Red, White, Blue dance Friday night when ers and sailors will be present. bers who plan to attend this ,l center feature are requested gn this paper. loops! The reader of the bulle- s lost in the scuffle as one- of the class swoop down upon and grasp valiantly for the ous paper. Sirens Scream mes are scribbled down in a yg belles scream, Don't take vay, I didn't sign! Girls un- e themselves from their class- sg groups of the fairer sex tell other what they'll wear. ially the poor messenger res, thanking his lucky stars still in one piece. ch was the state of affairs Fri- norning, but as time marched nd evening rolled around, the s, decked out in all their glory, ed the gymnasium to get fs ready and welcome the Ar- nd Navy. Another Harbor? ne marched on again. The ,ng began, the program began, looks of despair were seen all the room. No soldiers! No sai- 10 o'clock and still no men! pe despaired, but wait--a uni- ! No-four uniforms with men e marching down the aisle! are smiling, voices surge, but There are no sailors, there no soldiers, it's the ROTC. :es drop again, the band plays Slational Anthem, and all go to bed. I i 15.4 Taft Tribune ' . 6 Strictly Sports Will Is Strong, But .Flesh Is Weale Three eagles-Monnich CNo. 181. Otowski 11215, and Craig snatch ball from Bulldogs in iunior game at Schurz. Although the juniors tried valiantly Basketball Teams Face Hard Winter Getting off to a hard luck start this season, the Taft cagers have suffered double defeats under the merciless onslaughts of Tuley, Bowen, and Marshall. Holding the lead throughout the game, the Tu- ley juniors December 16 won 38 to 32. The seniors trailed the invaders by a small margin the whole game. High man with five buckets and a free throw was Chuck Gauger. Another fateful day for the bas- keteers was December 17 as the Boilermakers of Bowen beat the Eagles with a one-point lead gained in the last few seconds. The final score was 31 to 30. Although Capt. Jimmie Craig paced the juniors with five baskets, Bowen won 34 to 28. December 18, one of the most ex- citing games the Taft team has yet engaged in was played against the trong,Marshall team Tiailing by Pitf6s6s.ng-e4orG?3m5 gavage 'point at the naifjriie team th this dishonorable S. 'F. KP. Fewefr -Bapersj membership l in half, 'tire f'Not under 40 is wavering'--'at-, a new high. 'al of the .divisions have ed their first membership in lub. igratulations are offered to: e Liss, 3A, 105, Fink Clawes, 2A, 106, Marquardt 7' ia Litke, SB, 216, Allen 1 Guernsey, 4B, 208, Carleton Ieck, 2A, 209, C. E. Johnson line Jindra, 3B, 216, Weinstein :lacked that final punch. The Eagles 'bowed to Marshall 32 to 26. Lois Swanson, 4B, 217, Lewis Anna Mac Donald, 2A, 301, Lino Jean Siegler, SA, 305, Mc Cuaig Evelyn Schneider, 4A, 311, Devenish Jack Ferguson, 2B, 113 p. m., Hol- terhoff Avalon Stepien, 2B, 208, Deignan. The only members of the S. F. P. club for this issue are: 117, Mc Guireg 206, Nelsong 211, Maxon: 217, Schmidt. to win they were beaten 31 to 14. High point man lor Taft was Art Monnich with tour points. The senior team lost also 34 to 21. Norman Soderholm outdid himself with 12 points. See story in adioin- ing column for further scores. Moment Deluxe Senior team members Lakotka tNo. l8l. and Kotowski 1243 appear f' on scene in light for ball at Tatt- Schurz game. Taft will play Lane next Tuesday at Lane. ' By Frank Bostwick Carl Reed, 2B, recently prove himself the fastest sprint man C the junior swimming team by b ing one of the five fastest 100-yal free-style men in the annual cit wide swimming meet held Decer ber 19 in the University of Chic go's 40-yard tank. Carl was tl only swimmer to qualify from Taf Water polo was recently calle the most dangerous game in e istence by a sports writer of tl Chicago Sun. This statement can be easily u derstood if you have witnessed recent practice session of the swir llllllg teams. Coach Harry Miller decided th: as long as the city meet was ove there was no need to follow so rig a training schedule as before wht the mermen were conditionir themselves for the citywide meet : the University of Chicago by kic ing 20 lengths of the pool, swil ming with tl1e arms only for I lengths, and then using both arn and legs for 40 lengths. Swimmers Relax? This grind gave the swimme' style and speed as well as stamin but, as the saying goes, All wol and no play makes Jack a du boy. So the coach introduced po to the tankers. After the fir scrimmage everyone realized wh! fingernails could really do! The scarred mermen, howeve dressed their wounds and bega again. This time the game provl to be too tough for the water po ball. In the course of a week tl three available balls broke the bladders and brought polo to 2 abrupt halt. The swimming teams were fort nate this year in obtaining bll and white terry-cloth robes, 12 ne inner tubes, and four kickiI boards. Home, Sweet Home Chuck Gauger, high point me on the senior basketball teal seems to play better at the hon games. It isn't because a certai blonde is rooting for him, is it? ls! Who'd a thunk it! Chuck can boast of being tl first player to be seriously injure practice game at Foreman l fouled and plunged headlol the wall. The blow knocks out for tour minutes. Did his head? Heck no, but yc In a was into him hurt should have seen the wall! Don Filmore of the junior r lay team will skate the 440-yal dash today for Taft at Wavelar park and Herman,Fischer of tl seniors the 880-yard event. A I Taft i Tri un .wtf 26 , , 1 ,W The Taft Trib Goes A' Graaluatzbn ,NN On these twin pages appear 'he photographs and biogra- rhies of the 16 students, num- Jerecl in their respective order, igho rank tops in the class zccording to scholastic averages lp to and including the third yuarter of this semester. Final averages may alter these 'entative rankings. Nancy Gray The average student thinks he is loing quite well if he gets one or wo S's in the course of a semes- er. More than that seems an impos- ibility to him, but Nancy Gray was lot satisfied with one or two S s g ner goal was four 'S's' or none, ,nd she made it four S's each se- uester of her high school career, hus enabling herself to graduate vith the highest honor possible, hat of being valedictorian of the 'anuary graduation class. Nancy came to Taft as one of its ounders from Schurz. Membership n an organization was not enough or herg she had to hold an office. This determination gave her the 'ice-presidency of the Alpha Tri- Ii-Y, the presidency of the French lub, the secretaryship and vice- vresidency of the Student Council. It made her chairman of the pub- icity committee, art editor of the aft Tribune, and a member of the Ionor Society, the Senior Girls' lub, the G. A. A. board of control, ,nd the bowling league. Dissatisfied with the complete .bsence of reference books in the N04 study, Nancy got the Student louncil behind her and after much lard work produced the present 304 tudent library. Her artistic talent gained several krt Institute scholarships for her. In the poll held last spring for he ideal Taftite, Nancy was chosen is the girl from the 4B group. Nancy's main ambition is to be- 1. Nancy Gray 2. Ioan Shaw Joan Shaw Proving that an equal portion ot work and play make for the best, Joan Shaw has gone ahead through her four years of high school to emerge salutatorian of the January '42 class. Through her hard work and per- severance the Honor Society is' now one of the most flourishing organi- zations at Taft. Joan is secretary of the Chicago league of the National Conference of Student Pan-American leagues, chairman of the graduation com- mittee, business manager of the mixed chorus, and member of the G. A. A. Board of Control, the Beta Tri-Hi-Y, and the Senior Girls' club. She is also an assistant to the adjustment officers and a physical education assistant. Joan's main ambiiton is to be- come a social worker. Charlene Matousek Charlene Matousek, or Chuck as she is known to her friends, is third so far in the race for class high, Her aim in life is to become a good private secretary. Since her coming to Taft Char- lene has been vice-president and president of the Beta Tri-Hi-Y, .1,,f ,.,,, -H D U ,J 1 ,.,,,.sll.- and a member of the nominating committee, Honor Society, G. A. A., Pan-Amercian club, and Student Council. She is also a student as- sistant. Barbara Alitis Barbara Alitis also wants to be- come a successful secretary. Her activities at Taft have been concentrated in the Senior Girls' club, the G. A. A., Saddle and Cycle club, girls' chorus, Alpha Tri-Hi-Y, and the Honor Society. Marilyn Fischer Unlike the efficiency experts, Marilyn Fischer has managed to keep things straight and so will very likely emerge fifth highest senior. Marilyn has served on the gift committee, in the Honor Society, the Senior Girls' club, the G. A. A., the German club, and as a book room assistant. After graduation Marilyn intends to go to business college and later become a private secretary. AHer main interest in the sport world is baseball. Her ability in art and interest in the players led Lois Johnson It seems to be quite the tl: bring unsung heroes to the and so it is no more than 1 mention the hard work perl by Lois Johnson, at present ra sixth. When it seemed impossit the Taft Tribune to meet the line because of lack of rep typists, copy readers, or he writers, Lois has always bf the spot to clear up the situa presto-in some magical way Lois has always been act the Senior Girls' club, the Society, the G. A. A., the g tion committee, and has serve ciently as a member of the g tion committee and as b1 manager and division treasu Lois hopes some day to be mercial artist. Norma Tess One figure seen at every f game this fall was that of 1 Tess, seventh ranking grad senior, according to presem ages. Rain or shine, Norxr there cheering the team on, lose. Her services at Taft inclu Marilyn to sketch the entire squad Position as secretary of t . . Z5 A .4 .I A ,... 1,-. lYV'.mx. Lib' A V -' .hf'i il'f . JS , 2' ii Z 1 'A 2W,fKY Taft 'Tribune aging! These T ops In Education .vw f . , 1 4-, leader of the Taft Tri- Hmath cdachf andxureipbership he .Honbn Society, bowli ' e, German ' cluk and hal l group. 'Q Tter four years of trying to up with my school work, I have any ambition, confided a. Stephen Kruty phen Kruty, known to many s friends as Bud, entered n portals the first day it was d and in all probability will ,ate with the rank of number ile at Taft, Stephen has been nber o fthe Honor Society, the nt Council, the Senior Boys' and the French club. phen's interests lie mainly in as and radio. Among his favor- 'pes of programs are football casts and mystery stories. phen's main ambition is to be- a public accountant. Evelyn Kiesel aough she is president of the an club, Evelyn Kiesel, at it ninth ranking senior, does assess any of Hitler's dictator- inner. She is a member of the Beta Tri- Hi-Y, the Senior Girls' club, the Honor Society, the social commit- -tee, and the operetta club. She is a G. A. A. letter girl, a student assis- tant, and a. hall guard. Hers is the worthy ambition of succeeding in whatever she does. Lucille Kimpflin To Lucille Kimpflin will probably go the honor of being tenth high in her graduation class. Since her coming to Taft two and one-half years ago, Lucille has been a member of the Pre-Medics club, the Senior Girls' club, the German club, and the mixed chorus. She has also been a junior Red Cross representative, a hall guard, and a library assistant. Elaine Anaenmfiii , Determined to excel in all she does, Elaine Anderson is in line for the title of eleventh high. Elaine has contributed to Taft through her membership in the Honor Society, the G. A. A., the Alpha Tri-Hi-Y, and the Pan- American club 5 the vice-presidency of the Senior Girls' clubg service as a hall guard, student secretary, room chairman, and locker room guard. llfm '1 1:-,L x 3. Charlene M atousek 4. Barbara Alitis Elaine's ambition are divided be- tween being a private secretary and a model. Henrietta Kritikson Proof that to maintain high scholarship it is not necessary to sit around with your nose in a book at all times is offered by Henrietta Kritikson, number 12, according to pre-graduation figures. Henrietta's time is divided be- tween her school work, extrafcurri- cular activities, a job, and having a. good time. She has been a member of the Student Council, the G. A. A., the Honor Society, the Beta Tri-Hi-Y, and the social committee, and has been secretary of the Senior Girls' club. Her pet peeves are coke dates, noisy radios, and f'making-up in public. . Jack Winton To some people the number 13 is a bad omen, but to Jack Winton it is a good one since it signifies his present standing in the senior class. J ack Senior mittee, Honor has been a member of the Boys' club, the 'social com- the bowling league, and the Society. He is treasurer of 6. the senior class and a student l brarian. , Wack, as friends choose to ca him, has high hopes of some dd being an aeronautical engineer. 1 5 Jean Crist When they came to giving or brains, Jean Crist must have bee one of the first in line, for she rl ceived an ample amount and ha used every ounce of them to hel her attain her present rank of 14t highest senior. She is a member of the ,Senic Girls' club, the Honor Society, th G. A. A., the French club, and th gift committee, and is the treasu' er's office assistant. She lists among her penchant roller skating, swimming, an dancing. Lillian Marek All work and no play make Jack a dull boy is a wise old sai ing, and Lillian Marek, at preser number 15, has heeded this wari ing by combining her school wor with her extra-curricular events. Lillian has contributed to Tai by her membership in the Senic Girls' club, the G. A. A., the Ge: man club, and the girls' chorusg b her work as a treasurer of th Honor Society, a library assistan and an adjustment office helper. Edward Steeve Just slipping in under the line 1 Edward Steeve, so far number 16. Edward's services to Taft hav been in the basketball team, th Honor Society, the Senior Boy: club, the graduation committee, th Student Council, and the concer orchestra. The Saint, as he is dubbed b friends, plans to become an eng neer. 9 1 L. Elaine Anderson 12. Henrietta 13. Jack ,Winton 14. Jean Crist 15. Lillian Marek 16. Edward Steeve Taft TfibUHC January 16, And These T oo Soon ill Depart From Hence Eldridge Adams- Daisy -Base- ball team: Cheerleader: Prom com- mittee: Senior Boys'. Lillian Aehlert-Bowling league: Roller club: Dramatics: Student Council: Student assistant: Senior Girls: G. A. A. Lorraine Allen - Student Coun- eil: G. A. A.: Roller club: Student assistant. Noreen Andersen - Red - Beta Tri-Hi-Y: Saddle and Cycle club: Gym assistant: Senior Girls: G. A. A., Board of Control: G. A. A., let- ter girl. Charlotte Mac Anderson- Charl ----Mixed Chorus: Senior Girls: Dra- matics: G. A. A. Ilorit Anderson -- Girls' chorus accompanist: G. A. A.: Senior Gi1'ls': Hall guard. Charles Beesley- Beez - Senioi Boys': Senior Golf club: Business Guild. Howard Behin- How -- Base- ball: Honor Society: Gift commit- tee: Student Council: Senior Boys', vice-president: Clean-up committee, chairman: Hall guard, captain: Fire marshal: Representative to Alumni association. Robert Behr- Bob''-Proscenium Players, president: English club, president: A-R-C Lifeguard: Senior Boys': Business manager: Business Guild, president: Public speaking, irm . ' ,. 5 ., .Q Epi? 'M Begercf- Junior - Se- ior Boy : Ihtramural Baseball cliannps: Taft 'tybifstg Pub li 'legiiiltiitt 'e: anish club: guard :t'Bowling eague. Betty Bishoff-German club: G. A. A. Elaine Bocklmus- E - Alpha Tri-Hi-Y: Senior Girls': German club: Business Manager: Posture contest: GI, A. A. 'D ' A' 1, .. Q f ,. 1- . 1 , Q L ,fo u - 'A ,il 'JA,f3 at inf. Lois Bristle - 'h'Shorty - Hall guard: Senior Girls': G. A. A.: Commercial Georgraphy club. Gladys Brown - Sugar - Senior G-irls': Business Organization club: Hall guard: Roller Skating club: Record office assistant: Drama club: Comm rc'al Geography club. Midge - Saddle and Cycle club, president: Senior Girls': G. A. A., treasurer: Tri-Hi- Y: Life Saving: Volley Ball team. Catherine Bash - Kay - Senior Girls': G. A. A.: Library assistant: Hall guard. Ralph Capparelli- Capp'l or Boys': Roller club: Bas team: Hall guard. Doris Carlson - Augie - ity committee: Taft Tribune or Girls': Mixed chorus: G club: Student assistant: club: Hall guard: G. A. A. Lois Clineman - Loie - Gi1'ls': Riding Club: G. A. A ter award: Bowling league: ish club. James Craig - Scotch - Boys': Basketball team: chorus: Roller club. 1 , . ,ll ' -1 V6arn.-efi-a1e'- flaifft -. Gs!-isaf-cgrgisa amd: G. A124 man clu 'f V George Crist - Josh - class, president: Student C1 Ways and Means committee, tive: Spanish club: Clean-ul mittee: Bowling league, ce Senior Boys'. Mary Cioiertnia - Squirts' nior Girls': G. A. A. Bernard Dabbert - Muni Baseball team: Bowling ln Mixed chorus: Senior Boys'. Robert M. Dalc- Dale - Boys': Mixed chorus: Hall gu Williant Danielson- Bill'2 man club: Math club: Science Band: Senior Boys': Office n ger. Arthur John Daiviclsen - ' --Swimming team: B a s k e team: Hall guard. Rath DeGraf- Rudy - Gii-ls': Safety representative: A.: Honor Society. Agnes De Witt- Iggy - chorus: G. A. O.: Senior French club. Mary Dilkattista - DiBa - or Girls': G. A. A.: Hall 3 Library assistant. Robert Dressel - Bob - team: Senior Boys'. Wilma Dabs - Vein -- Girls', president: Beta Tr iary 16, 1942 Taft Tribune arty to Asszlvt in fr Nationis' De ense iety G A A Student ncil, Spanish club. . ariorl Ellickson- Mar -G. A. A.: Senior Girls'g Bowling league: Mimeograph and stencil-cutting as- sistant. WJ 1 - Senior Gir1s'g o ' g . . .3 Barbara Ruth Ellis- Bobbiet'- Senior Girls', program chairmang Eeta Tri-Hi-Y, program chairman: G. A. A., Board of Controlg Drama- ticsg Girls' chorusg Gym assistantg Graduation committee, Proscenium Players. Louise Erieltsen- Lou - Public- ity committeeg Senior Girls'g Mixed chorusg G. A. A.g German club: Saddle and Cycle clubg Hall guard. Herman Fischer - Herm - Sen- ior Boys'g Footballg Bowling league. Sam Garber-Senior Boys'g Rol- ler clubg Hall guard. Genevieve G1laslfi- Jean - Sen- ior Girls'g Roller clubg G. A. A.: Dancing club. .Daniel N. Gojkorioli - D0c1'4- om committeeg Student assis- tintg Chem labassistantg French club, treasurer, Dance bandg Sen- icr Boys'. Rose Mary Grazia-Senior Girls': G. A. A. Norbert Grzenia- Norbie. 1 ' X' '7 W 5 ofafrfimi Gilbert Gu io -0tGil - Hall gQggixi'g-fflixgsketballg Student assis- taiitgjiSei1ior Boys'g Intramural Volleyball champs. Alyce Haose - Al - Mixed cho- rusg Senior Gir1s'g Latin club, Lib- rary assistant, Bandg Pre-medics clubg Student Council G. A. A. Loraine Lois Hanscrl- Lorry - Honor Society: Senior Girls'g Al- pha Tri-Hi-YQ Pan-American club: Student secretaryg G. A. A.: Room chairman. Walter lflemzing- Meat -Senior Boysi lf' Q K F f Q 1, - ,ff 44+ Virginia Herringshaw - Ginny -Student Council, secretaryg G. A. A., Board of Control, letter girlg Senior Girls'g Library assistant: Saddle and Cycle clubg Honor So- cietyg Spanish clubg Gym assis- tantg Hall guard supervisor. Celestine Nell Hofmann- Sally Art 'zlabg Senior Girls'g Locker guardg Hall guard: G. A. A. 6 l Robert Holm - Bob - Senir Boys'. Robert Homeyer- Marcel --Se ior Boys'g Bowling league, captai Jean, Ubrothy Isakson- Jeannie --Business Guildg Senior Girls Beta Tri-Hi-Yg Hall giiardg Frenc clubg G. A. A. Robert Iioema- Bob - Senic Boysfg Hall guard: German club. Mildred Dorothy Janec- Mimi -Senior Girls'3 G. A. A.: Orche tra. Eileen Jenserl- I -Student a sisftantg Tea.cher's assistantg G. 1 A.: 'Student Councilg Mixed chi rusg Intramurals. Evelyn, Jerzylt - Evie - Senic Girls'g G. A. A.g Operetta club. Elaine .Izmodalzl - E - Senic Girl3'g G. A. A. Georgie Kas-aorf - Kaz - Sei ior Boysg Math coach. Dolores Marie Kaufman - Bet Tri-Hi-YQ Senior Girls'g G. A. A. Locker guardg Mixed chorusg Stl dent assistant. Joyce Kempf - Joycie - Senio Girls! Latin clubg G. A. A. Betty, J. Klimek- Betts -G. A A.g Honor Society, Senior Girls' Student 'Couzicilg Division trea: u1'er, secretafyi Latinrlub, secra taryg Etiquette' club, president Nominating committee: Intramure Basketball championship. Gertrude Koekebacker- Gertie -G. A. A.g Intramural Volleybal teamg German club, secretaryp Sf nior Girls: Girls' chorus. Marian Kose - G. A. A., lette ' , irls'g Apparatu c ub' 1' Concer . St bandg Te 's assistan. Herbert Kowaleioslci - Herby - Senior Boys'g Bowling league Baseball team. Dorothy Kreamer - Dottie - Senior Girls'g G. A. A., letter girl Girls' chorus, French club. 70 To All Taft Bids I Taft Tribune : ,Q fi A Fona' Adieu C. Richard Landerholm- Landy -Prom committee: Senior Boys': Bowling league: Track team. Jean Larson-Honor Society: G. A. A.: Senior Girls': Physical Edu- cation clerk: Office secretary. S Phyllis Larson -'fPhy1 - Saddle and Cycle club: Senior Girls': Girls' chorus: G. A. A. Shirley Larson - French, club: Senior Girls': Girls' chorus: G. A. A. . jf fl K5 6 otf fl'xq,.v+-f Norma Leli1nanH- Gabby - Sen- ior Girls': G. A. A.: Girls'-ciwrus: Library assistant: Saddle and Cy- cle club: Hall guard. Betty Lernlce - Jane - Senior Girls': G. A. A. Williflm Lessman- Billy -Prom committee, chairman: Senior Boys': Dramatics: Proscenium Players: Student Council: Hall guard. Richard A. Lewis- Blondie -- Mixed chorus, president: Senior Boys', treasurer: Bowling league: Dramatics: Proscenriurng Players. ,Ag 's1,L..,+ Lionel Loatllan - Sonny 5-'Sem ior Boys': Concert band: Concert orchestra: Hall guard: Visual edu- cation: Social committee: Science club: Math club. Lydia Pauline L1ipta1s- Lyd - Senior Gir1s': G. A. A., Board of Control: French club: Student Council: Stunts club: Apparatus club: Student secretary: Saddle and Cycle club. ity' l 14 .- - fl -'I 1 I A M yi'la Mai1glgf:-G. A.: 'Beta Tri- Hl-Yj f'Ger1i1an club -Saddle and Cycle club: Senior GiT1S'. Jane IUGQTLGT1'KJuDi6 -Tl'i-Hi- Y: German, club: Senigr Girls: G. A.' Socce caiptain ' V f Xc.xs4,xs.4.,L..A., , 'Chard Maryanski-Nfixed cho- rus, president: Track team: Art club, secretary: Senior Boys': Hall guard: Clean-up reljresentative. S Lois Mau,- Lo 4Honor Socie 4 Mixed chorus: Se ioi Girls': - ish club: Hall Wd? I R f- fice assisitep ,j ervice . ard: Manager o Q sur 5 ide assis- tant' G. . 1 . letteikm Betty Maaclc - Senior Girls': G. A. A. Bruce McDowell- Mac - Senior Boys': Honor Society: Bowling league: Spanish club. january 16, Betty Miller- Bets -Alpl Hi-Y: Senior Girls': Hall Bowling league: Gift comi Mixed chorus: Student ass German club: G. A. A., letta Jean A. Nessheim - Jea1 Senior Gir1s': G. A. A.: Girl rus: Library assistant: Pre- club. .- Daniel Novak - Hap -1 band: Hall guard: Senior B1 Edwin Olsen - Ollie - guard: Senior Boys': Rollei Mixed chorus. lrobert A. Pankan - Par Senior Boys': Graduation c tee: Point Award committee. man: Honor Society: Conc chestra. Howard Payne- H. A. - Boys': Concert band: Hall R. O. T. C. 'Q ll' in FW ,af f' . fog 15, Margaret Lee Pekara- -Senior Girls': Business m. Patricia Peterson - Pat matics, vice-president: Pros Players: Student Council: Tri-Hi-Y: Taft Tribune,- guard. Adeline Piorkowski - S' Girls': G. A. A.: Honor S Bookroom assistant: Beta Y: Libr ry.assistant. Y vzefwzs-.,.f1,.fPgaq- Ellie o 1rls': ELQAXA.: wLatin cl L .!.iiI'. ' G7l0T Redden- EV iff Senior Girls'. Peggy Reller- Peg - Be Hi-Y: Student assistant: Girls': G. A. A., letter gir Tribune. Donald Ream- Rambago ness manager: Bowling Senior Boys'. Dorothy Rogers- Dot - Girls': Pre-medics club: I club: Hall guard: G. A. A. Lillian Irene Rostad-- l A. A.: Senior Girls': Studen cil. Lorraine Rozanslci -- Lo Business manager: Senior G. A. A. lary 16, 1942 With Evefy Taft Tribune ood Wish for Lucie That's Due John Schack- Schacky. Ruth Schiellca -- Red - Girls' chorus, accompanistg G.A.A.g Gym assistant. ' rr ' e del Lnzidt - Lor- r blic committeeg Senior G1'ls guardg Library assis- tant' . A. A.g German club, Evelyn Schneider- Ev - Honor Societyg Senior Girls'g Business manager. Edward Schuler - Ed - Hall guardg Bowling leagueg Senior :I x Y. In L, wline , : . ch'ffz-- onnie -Se- - A g -- fa' ' i-YQ Hall L 315 G. . 3 ib if assistantg ' a u g Math . Arthur Seybert- Sieb -Bowling leagueg Radio clubg Hall guard. Leone Shadel - Lee - Senior Girls'g Gift committeeg Nominat- ing committeeg G. A. A.g Division secretaryg Hall guardg Student Council: Mixed chorus. l Jai rle ' e 0- , . , pre ' n So- iet ' , Gir d t oun- cilg udent librar n. La Verne Shnmalcer- Shorty - Senior Girls'g Visual Q Education, secrm A.: Bowlin league. L I p ommit o accompanist Sad dle and C le clubg Alpha Tri-Hi- Yg G. A. A. Dolores Srnarz- Dolly - Senior Gi1'1s'g G. A. A.: Student assistant. W yn e - ' 'or cl s imp- r s 9 ' - eg mi n ommi ee: Honor i Girls'g Girls' Cho- ru , , ' 3 - Phyllis Smith- Phil - Hone? Society: G. A. A.: Senior Girls'3 Intramural basketballg Hall guard. Marilyn Sonderrnan - Sondy -Beta Tri-Hi-Y, program chair- man: Senior Girls'g Dramaticsg Saddle and Cycla club: Volleyball captain: 'Latin clnbg Math clubg G. A. A. , - Josephine 'Sottnilc - Jo - Senior Girls'g Student assistant: G. A. A. - WilliqLm.lS'tepha f 'Bi11 - Honor Sqgl y' committee, chai , ll team: Hall gUHr rsE: Senior Boys'g Fire mars al. 7 Robert Stone - Stoney - Sei ior Boys'g Honor Societyg Nomina ing committeeg Gift committee. Helen Swanson -- Hel - GJ A.g Senior Girls'g Saddle and Cycl club, vice-president: Beta Tri-Hi-Y Mixed chorus. Roy Swanson -- Swede - Senio Boys'g Hall guard. Niles Thelen-Senior Boys': Hai guardg Bowling league. Special bulletin, Taft office Niles Thelen will not graduate i' January, 1942.3 Gladys Thor - Brenda. - Senio Gir1s'g G. A. A.g Business mana gerg Hall guard. Helen M. Uhrilc - Pat - G A.A., recording secretary 3 Board o Controlg Senior Girls'g Beta Tri Hi-Y3 Business Guild, secretary Spanish club, secretary: Gym as sistantg Locker guard: Student as sistant. 0 He 1 Jam ' bergh - Senior ' pres e g panish club: Rolvr cub Jo team P 0 i 'ersp , raduat mit e. Edwin John Wlhllbne r - Ed' -- enior Boys' 2 Selma Wiegel - Sally - Sen ior Girls'g G.A.A.g German club: Hall guard. Clarence Wingfield - Lefty - Hall guard supervisor 5 Operetta clubg Football team, managerg Basketball team, manager. f I f L f it 1 'ca' E L-f Q' Qf ' Bet Winkle - AlpnQFj:yK's -'gy Senior Gir1s'3 G. Bgiaine W sinslci - Irish -G. A. R A.: Bowling league: Senior Girls'g Roller Club. Ruth Wnrrnsted - Wurmy - Senior Gir1s'g Spanish club: Bio- logy club: G.A.A.g Soccer captain: Volleyball captain. ' John'Wortrnan - Jack -- Sen- ior Boys'. Mardell Young - Marty - G. A.A.: Senior Girls'g Bookroom as- sistantg Alumni delegate. 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