University of Wisconsin Oshkosh - Quiver Yearbook (Oshkosh, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 178 of the 1908 volume:

In former Days As a selling argument, we compared our clothes with the product of the custom tailor. Rut Now We find the conditions reversed, He is comparing his with ours. And he rejoices greatly when he makes a convert, which is seldom. This is due to the fact that the wholesale tailors [of whom we buy] are men of great wealth. They have secured the world s foremost designers and the world’s best tailors, so there is nothing left for the custom tailor to do but imitate. He does it poorly, but he can’t help it. Conditions arc against him. Exam file-“Our new lines of brown and gray suits for young men—aristocratic in form, tasty in finish. $15.00 to $30.00. STATE NORMAL SCHOOL. OSHKOSH The Quiver 19 0 8 Published under the Auspices of the Junior Class by the Quiver Staff Oshkosh State Normal FORREST R. POLE LIBRARY ARCHIVES Pr o I og This little hook is sent to thee, O reader, far or near. To show you what a book should be— A comfort all the year. But more � o you it has to tell, Who read it thru and thru. Our Normal is the place to dwell. So love it fond and true. And when you’re sad or have the blues. You students old and new. Just turn these pages for our views— You’ll laugh before you’re through. Such i . the mission of this book To all hot 11 far and near. Be brave and till your little nook. Forget the sigh and tear. o Greeting A T last the long-looked for day is here, f-A and the Quiver of 1908 is in your hands. Some there be, who will be disappointed in this Quiver; to such we make no apology. We have done out-best. Some there may be who will be hurt at a quip contained herein; to those we say, “you have misunderstood. ” With malice toward none, with charity for all, we have striven to make this book representative of the school as a whole; no picked company, no certain few are herein represented, but we have extended our arms and have gathered you all to our bosom. That this Quiver may in future years, enliven some lonely hour, bring back a fond memory of the old school days to the mind absorbed in business, cause a glad light to come unto the eyes which are misty with tears, and a laugh to ring on the lips where it is seldom known, is the wish of The Juniors of '08 7 MAURICE H. SMALL {This (puiurr tH rraprrtfullg i riiiratr In fflaurirr ©. Small, mtr mhu hue thr intrrrata nf tlir atuhrii! Inn'll! at hrart. hi! thr (Clana nf UU ■ f The School is the Manufactory of Humanity Co men ins PRESIDENT JOHN A. II. KEITH PRESIDENT JOHN A. KEITH Mr. John A. Keith, who has been President of the Oshkosh Normal School for the past few months, was bom in Illinois in i86q. and was reared upon a farm. He was not satisfied with a common school education, but taught in the country and village schools, and then set out to obtain a higher education. He attended the Illinois State Normal University, and was graduated in 1894. He later attended Harvard University, graduated in 1899. and secured his “Master’s Degree in 1900. After graduation from Harvard, he was oppointed professor of Pedagogy and assistant in Psychology in the Northern Illinois Normal School at Dc Kalb. III., where he remained seven years. A year ago he was appointed Head of the Training Department of the Illinois State Normal University, of Normal. III., a position similar to the one held by Miss Swart here, and resigned this position to accept the Presidency of our school. Mr. Keith, while in Harvard, was a member of the Harvard Debating Team which defeated Vale in 1898. During the next two years he coached the teams which Harvard sent against Princeton, and his teams won. Mr. Keith has done a large amount of institute work. He is a ready and callable speaker. He has published a l ook on “Elementary Education—Its Processes and Problems. which is widely known in teachers’ circles. The character of a man is generally given a severe test when that man steps into the place of another who has been a success in every way. Mr. Keith has had a hard position to fill, but he has met the occasion in every way, and every student realizes that fact. He has shown great interest in every phase of student life—social, intellectual, and physical. He is always ready with good, solid advice to any who apply, lie has a word of hope and courage for those who need it. The members of the Stevens Point Debate Team will remember with gratitude for a long time the cheering telegram sent just before the debate. The student liody realizes that John A. Keith is the student’s friend. 15 limity I:. Webster Lydon II'. Ilriggs Harriet :. Clark Walter C. Hewitt Josephine Henderson 16 Mary :. Apthorp Adolphus H. Sage i I I t i Miss Webster Mathematics Without Emily F. Webster, the Oshkosh Normal School could not he complete.. She received her early education under her father and mother, later attended the village school and public schools of Oshkosh, and graduated from the Normal in 1875. There is no need to -peak of her accomplishments as instructor in this school, for her fame has run before her. hut we might add that without her, the spice of life that lias no long been among us would he lacking. Mr. Briggs School Law anil Civics This genial-faced gentleman does not betray his age by his step or action. He is thoroly alive, and this is appreciated hv all the students and especially the girls. Almost any day you might go by his door and see a bevy of girls waiting their turn to seek his much-desired advice. This alone speaks for itself. He admires a good bluffer: this also says much. But all we can say is that we would like to have more like him. Miss Clark monition Harriet E. Clark, a faithful standby of our dear old school, was horn in New England, of that sturdy stock who never say die. She attended the Oshkosh High School and, after finishing the Normal, studied three years at the Boston School of Oratory. Before taking up her work in the Normal School here, she taught in La Crosse. Sheboygan, and Boston. Miss Apthorp Latin Mary E. Apthorp has been Latin instructor here for twenty-four years. She attended various schools in the East, and graduated from an Iowa college. After teaching for some years, she spent a year in Germany in study. Returning, she did graduate work at the University of Chicago, and taught for six years in the University of Iowa before coming to Oshkosh. We are all under the impression, doubtless, that Latin is dry. hut just try a quarter under Miss Apthorp. ami all false impressions will flee. Mr. Hewitt Conductor of Institutes Walter C. Hewitt was l om in Milwaukee, and wc arc proud to claim him as a Wisconsin man. although he was educated in Michigan, graduating from the State Normal College in 1884. For ten years he taught in the public schools of Michigan, then became secretary of the World's Fair Educational Commission of Michigan, and it was while engaged in this work that he was elected to his present position at Oshkosh. Mr. Hewitt's jolly disposition and kindly interest in everyone have endeared him to us all, while his genial presence more than offsets the confused appearance of his class room. Miss Henderson Rhetoric Josephine Henderson combines all the choice and successful qualities of a teacher. She was l� om in Pennsylvania and received her education there both in Normal School and College. After five years of work on the Chautauquan Magazine, she In-gan her work in the English department of our Normal School, and has won the love and esteem of all who have been so fortunate as to have instruction under her. Mr. Sage Physics A general antidote for blues or downcast feelings is Mr. Sage's class room. His genial kindness and interest in one, individually, are at once apparent. Mr. Sage was horn in New York State. In 1884. he graduated from Cornell University, became principal of schools at Groton. New York, and later at Salamanca and Watcrvillc, of the same state. In 1893, he came to the Normal. His quiet energy and his force of character have made him a valued member of our faculty. 17 Frederick K. Clow I:lla (t. Parntele Frank li. Mitchell Lillian G. Kimball If. Mack Dresden lillen F. P. Peake Harry K. Fling 18 Miss Kimball English Language Lillian G. Kimball was born at Superior, Wis., and graduated front the Oshkosh High School. Site taught in the public schools of this city, most of the time in the English Liter-attire department of the High School. After studying at Yassar College and at the University of Chicago, site taught at St. Paul, Minnesota. In 1893. she was called to the Oshkosh. Normal. The love which the student l ody has for our English teacher i- well expressed in these words, taken front the “Quiver which was dedicated to her: “To Miss Kimball, who by her right thinking, right speaking, and right living, has instilled in us a deeper desire to know the truth, to love the truth, and to live the truth.” Mr. Clow History Frederick R. Clow, our tall and learned instructor of history, was born in Minnesota and spent the early part of his life as a farmer boy. He began his education at the Austin High School and, after teaching a few years, graduated at Carleton College. Minnesota, and completed his education at Harvard, finishing there in 1895. Both he and history have some way taught us that the road to perfection is long and difficult. Miss Peake English Literature Kllen F. P. Peake, our beloved instructor in Browning. Longfellow, and Shakespeare, was born in Shakespeare's native land, and was partly educated there. She studied in the University of New Brunswick and has had post-graduate work at Chicago. After teaching in Massachusetts and New York for a short time, she came to Wisconsin, teaching in the Oconto High School, and then in our own Normal. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths arc peace. Mr. Mitchell Geography Prank 1C. Mitchell came to us in 1897 front the University of Indiana. Previous to his course in the University, he took charge of the department of Geography at the St. Cloud Normal School. Minnesota, for five years. For all information concerning Merry Widow bonnets, apply to him. His industrial geography class has been trying to solve the problem of the relation of these hats to the distribution of heat upon the earth. Mr. Fling Biology Harry R. Fling is a New Englander and a graduate of Bowdoin College. Coming west, he entered the University of Michigan for a year of graduate work, later went to the University of Chicago, and besides spent three summers in research work at the Marine Biological Laboratory. Massachusetts. Mr. Fling is a man of commanding appearance, a basso profundo, and it is an undisguised fact that he possesses the clearest head of all the faculty. Miss Pannele Librarian Ella G. Parmele. our amiable librarian, is a native of the state of New York. She is a graduate of the Pratt Institute Library School of Brooklyn, New York. She came to Oshkosh in 1899. where she has held the office of Librarian till the present. Puzzle: Is it the nature of the school or an economy of time that forbids her gracious replies? Mr. Dresden German A veritable emliodimciH of sunshine is our dear little German instructor. B. Mack Dresden. who came from old Deutschland” itself, having been born in Berlin. He came to the United States in 1883. graduated from Baldwin University. Ohio, anti the Oshkosh Normal. After four years teaching at West Bend, a kindly destiny brought him back to Oshkosh. German, heretofore considered an affliction, is now an antidote for all the impending evils of the institution—unfortunate those who cannot take it. 19 Livings!on .. Summers Lucy A. Patter Maurice . Small fiarl A. Clemons Annie I.. Rooney Allison Parley Mary Ii. Moulton 20 Mr. Summers Manual Training Livingston L. Summers was supervisor of Sloyd work in Cuba before coming to Oshkosh. In 1891, he graduated from Grinnell College, specialized in Manual Training at Pratt Institute, and studied in London, Paris, and Naas. Sweden. In spite of the fact that he get� so mad a peaceful atmosphere seems to pervade our popular manual training room. MiSS Potter Assistant Librarian Lucy A. Potter, our assistant librarian, was born in Oshkosh and educated in its schools. She is a graduate of the High School and of the Wisconsin School of Library Science. She is a ray of sunshine in the sometimes dark and gloomy room of l ooks. Mr. Small Psychology Maurice II. Small, one of our most beloved instructors, came to us from the East. He received his education in the public schools and Academy of Wilton, Maine; at Colby University : ami at Clark University, where he devoted three years to a Ph. I), course in Psychology and Education. For some years he taught in New Jersey, prior to coming to Oshkosh in iqo.v If any of us had previously doubted the practicality of psychology and pedagogy, acquaintance with Mr. Small has promptly allayed all misgiving. MiSS Rooney Associate in fiuglish Anna 1.. Rooney was l orn in New York, and attended a private school there, but preferred Michigan for her higher education, graduating l oth from Kalamazoo College and the University of Michigan. For seven years she taught in a High School in that state, coming to Oshkosh in 1903 as assistant in English. We Juniors can vouch for Miss Rooney. Many a poor, shivering lass, late with her essay, has taken encouragement from her kindly smile, and the vision of an additional assignment has sunk into oblivion. Mr. Clematis Chemistry E. A. Clematis was lioro in Clcmansville, in this county, attended the district school there, and graduated from the Oshkosh High School while President Halsey was principal. After teaching two years, he attended the University of Michigan, graduating in 1901. He taught Physics and Chemistry in Ray City and Detroit until coming to Oshkosh in 1906. A broad, fair-minded, and all-around man whom the students enjoy coming in contact with, is our estimate of Mr. CIcmans. Mr. Parley Observation and Methods Allison A. Farley is a Michigan man, but showed his preference for Wisconsin by graduating from Beloit College. From thence he attended the University of Chicago, pursuing there a course in Psychology and Philosophy, and graduating with the degree of Ph. D. Before arriving at his final great distinction, he was superintendent of schools in Iowa and South Dakota. Through his arduous efforts, we sincerely trust that our future pupils and successive generations of Wisconsin will not lie educated without the facilitating use of the Preparatory Step. Miss Moulton Drawing May B. Moulton was lx� rn in Neenah, Wisconsin. Her first work in teaching was done in Oshkosh. After graduating from Pratt Institute. Brooklyn, she was supervisor of drawing in the schools of Aurora, 111. She has been here only since September. 1907. but she has created great interest in the subject of art by her effectual teaching. 21 Constance Ewing Marion Beye Margaret R. Fisher Walter Wilson McMillan Elvira Mark Ida .. Breitkreutz • MtSS Fisher Gymnastics Margaret Ellen Fisher came to the Normal this year from Massachusetts. Site is a graduate of tlie Boston High School and Normal School of Gymnastics, besides taking a course in Physics and Chemistry in the Institute of Technology. From 1904-1907 she was assistant instructor in Physical Training in the Bridgewater (Mass.) State Normal School. For one so young, we consider her achievements quite remarkable, namely,—within this short school year she has examined the hearts of all the boys, and the eyes and brains of all the girls. The results are not published. Miss Ewing Assistant in Drauring Constance Lee Ewing came to the Oshkosh Normal last fall. She was educated in the public schools of I .os Angeles, and attended the Normal school there. In 1903. she graduated from Pratt Institute. Before coming to Oshkosh, she taught at Brownell Hall. Omaha, Neb. Strange to say (?), Miss Ewing would have ofttimes been mistaken for a student save for a certain unmistakable dignity which marks the brows of our worthy faculty, and which she so faultlessly carries. Miss Mark History Elvira E. Mark was educated in Illinois, graduating from the State Normal and University, and her record boasts of wide experience in teaching. Shortly before coming here ••lie was instructor in the Albion Normal School of Idaho. If our impressions are mutual. Miss Mark will desire to continue another year with us. Mr. McMillan Algebra Walter MacMillan, commonly called ‘'Pete by the student body, is experiencing a year of Normal life as instructor in Algebra. He was educated in the Illinois University and Monmouth College. Together with his college airs, and the fact that he is the only unmarried man in our faculty, lie has become the center of attraction among the girls. Miss Cun (Iiff Vocal Music Hannah B. CunditT joined the ranks of our illustrious instructors in February, taking the place of Barbara C. Moore in the Musical department ’ Her first studying was done in Detroit, later in Chicago, New Vork. and London, Ontario. After teaching music for several years in the public schools, she took up children’s operatic work, which carried her to California. Nebraska. Minnesota. Missouri, and Canada. Previous to coming to Oshkosh she had charge of the largest Catholic choir in Madison for two years, and last year was soloist in the Congregational choir of that city. Though we sorely feel the loss of Miss Moore, we thoroughly appreciate and enjoy the artistic work done by Miss CundifT. but we are not yet able to follow her through the mazes of her wondrous genius, by which those “full, round tones” arc produced. Miss Breitkreutz Clerk Our new clerk is one of those good-natured, helpful, and pleasant individuals who always make themselves welcome wherever they go. Whether on an excursion, in the office, or wherever she may be. she is always right there. The council has found that to send a boy to the office to study is no longer a punishment. Many are taking lessons in stenography watching the clicking keys of the typewriter ( ?). We certainly are fortunate in our new clerk Miss Beye Composition Marion Beye, a graduate of Smith College, is the last to have been added to our list of instructors, haying come here at the beginning of the spring quarter to fill the position left vacant by the illness of Miss Barden. She was born in Chicago, and made her home there for many years. She has taught in the Port Huron High School and the I-a Salle-Peru Township High School. 23 Jennie G. Marvin Grace Snyder Emma II. Gunther Elizabeth Stevens Hose C. Swart Mary I. O'Keefe Kaye llenley Mary I:. Rich lillis G. Walker 24 MiSS Swart Supervisor of Practice Some time during our school course we all come under the supervision of Miss Rose C. Swart. Usually it is with many misgivings and trembling of the knees that we await our first consultation, but we soon feel that in her we have a valuable friend as well as instructor. She began teaching at the age of fifteen, and gradually won her way until in 1871 she became a teacher in the Primary department of this school, and later filled the position of supervisor of practice, which she still holds. Miss Swart holds high rank as an educator in this state. Miss Marvin Grammar Department Jennie E. Marvin is a native of Wisconsin, receiving her education in its schools. She was assistant and then principal of the Preparatory department of our school when that was yet a part of the Normal proper, and later took up the position she now holds, judging from the reports of the practice teachers, the way of the grammar grades is not paved with roses. Miss Stevens Critic. Primary Grades Elizabeth Stevens came from Bridgeport. Conn. She received her early education there, graduating from the High School and the Teachers' Training School; later she took a post graduate course at the Potsdam Normal in New York. She taught in the East before coming to Oshkosh in 1902. Within her domain, the First Primary department, precision and order reign supreme. Woe to the practice teacher who fails to heed it. Miss Henley Director of Kindergarten Faye Henley was born in Wabash. Indiana. She graduated from the Hailmann Training School for Kindergarten Teachers at La Porte. Indiana, and did additional work at Columbia University. She taught primary grades at I-a Porte, and did kindergarten work at Attica, Indiana, and Newark. New Jersey, before coming to Oshkosh. The love of our little kindergartners testifies of the esteem in which she is held in our school. Miss Snyder Assistant in Grammar Grades Grace Snyder holds the position of assistant in the Grammar grades. Born in New York, she graduated from the Oswego Normal school and took up a Critic course there. She has taught in New York and New Jersey. Before coming here in 1906. she was principal in the Grammar department of the State Normal School at Tempe, Arizona. Miss Snyder is much interested in athletics, and, altho she did not appear in the Faculty-Senior basketball game, it is rumored that she practiced faithfully, and became a very efficient center. MiSS Rich Critic, Second Primary. Mary E. Rich‘ has survived two years of teaching in the Oshkosh Normal.” Bom in Oshkosh, she graduated from the advanced course of this school in 1900. Well may Oshkosh boast of her school if her other graduates are as much beloved by their pupils as is Miss Rich. After finishing her course here, she continued her study in the Teachers’ College of Columbia University. She taught in the Normal School at Hampton, Ya., and at Winona. Minn., before coining here in 1905. MtSS O 'Keefe Supervisor of Intermediate Department Miss Mary O’Keefe was born in Ripon, and attended the Ripon Preparatory School. In 1904. she graduated from the Oshkosh Normal. She taught eighth grade work in Appleton, and later was principal of the Brayton School in Madison. This is Miss O’Keefe's first year as instructor in the Normal and she has already won the good will of all who have come in contact with her. Miss Gunther Assistant Supervisor of Practice Emma H. Gunther is a graduate of the Fredonia Normal School, and did special work at Columbia University. She has had considerable experience in teaching, and previous to coming here, she was principal of the Intermediate department in the State Normal at Gene-seo, N. Y. It is said that those who take practice under Miss Gunther are wont to consider themselves efficient teachers—until the end of the term. For further information, “look on my bulletin board.” , MiSS Walker Assistant Supervisor of Practice Ellis Walker, a native of Wisconsin, received her education at the Oshkosh Normal and at the University of Wisconsin. She has taught in Fond du Lac, Indianapolis, and New York City. She came to Oshkosh Normal this year as assistant supervisor of practice “Should you her acquaintance wish to make In very, very short order. Just leave ajar her cupboard door And then make haste for the corridor. an Nineteen ijinnitreit tilth! Senior class, your boats are launching On a broad and open bay. Swiftly to your life-work speeding. At the morn of Youth’s great day. Many arc the crafts in number That have left these moorings bright, Gilded, as they sailed from harbor. By Joy's lingering beams of light. For their harbor was our Normal. And it steeled their hearts to fear, Gave them Hope's immortal whisper. Teaching them thru shoals to steer. Boldly start upon your voyage. For the world has need of you. Has a need for all your efforts, To yourself and it Ik- true. Do your best where’er tide wafts you. Be the billows vast or small: '’Well done” is the highest honor: “Well done” is a meed for all. V Class of 1908 President..........................Harrison Wood Vice-President.......................Eugene Prior Secretary..........................Alma Bohi.mann Treasurer............................Geo. Weiirwein The nucleus of this class was made up of sixteen members who graduated from the Training Department in 1904. Their number was added to soon, and in 1905-6. this class made itself known in school as one of great power, for out of the Sophomore class. George Wehrwein. Elmer Nygaard, and Henry Duckart formed the debating team against Normal, 111. In September. 1906, the class was added to by many High School graduates, coming from all parts of the state, and some from other states, to add to the glory and power of the former Sophomore class. Again we were heard from. Our Junior debating team were victorious in their contest with Stevens Point. Our Quiver was sent forth, bearing its usual amount of fun and good work, and our social ability was shown in our |lower to entertain at the Senior-Junior excursion. The year 1907-8 found us as Seniors, much more dignified than we had been the year before. Everyone was weighed down with care and with practice. But even through all this, we were again heard from .for our orator made himself known to the state. The debating team against Normal, III., was again made up of monitors of our class. And now the time ha$ come when we must leave. It is with a feeling of eagerness to get out into our work, and yet with a feeling of sadness as we leave our dear old Alma Mater and all that is connected with her. Wherever we go, tar or near, true to our Alma Mater will the class of 1908 be. 28 S c n i o r s ISackon. Amanda, B 3 8cmcr, Mich...............English (Primary) ”Infinite riches in it little room.” Mil'll School Graduate. Member of Alcthcan. Salututorian. '08. Haokon. Matilda, Bessemer. Mich...........English (Primary) ”A true heart is worth more than fine gold.” Mil'll School Graduate. Vice-President of Alethean. Bki.L. t'llAKLOTTK, Kaiikauiia, Wis...........English Scicnet “A souI above trifles.” Elementary Course Graduate. President of Y. W. C. A. Member of Browning Club. BiisdsaLL. Don I .. Chicago, III..............English Science ” Lore me and the world is mine.” President of Kreshman Class. Responder to Ivv Oration. 07. Ivy Oration, '08. Vice-President of Philakeun. Philakean-Phoenix Debater, '07. President Students’ Athletic Committee. Foot-ball Team. 'Or . '06, '07. Bikkixhixk. Kvva..............................English Science • could rangt the world around for sake o’ somebody.” High School Graduate. Member of Y. W. C. A. Boiilm an. Ai,ma C.. Now Ixtndon. Wis..................German ‘‘A Senior in looks as well as in actions.” High School Graduate. Stevens Point Debater, '07. President of Self-Government System. President of German Circle, and Phoenix. Vice-President of Oratorical Association. Secretary of Browning Club. Senior Class, and Board of Advance Directors. Bottkxskk. Anne, Hortonville, Wis... .History and literature A diligent seeker after the germs of knowledge.” Member of Y. W. C. A. Secretary of Browning Club and Lyceum. Quiver Staff, '07. Braishkk, Edna !.. Oshkosh. Wis.......................German “No wealth is like a quiet mind.” Elementary Course Graduate. 20 German Bennett, Ethel J.. Kenosha, Wis....... “Laugh and grow fat.” High School Graduate. Member of Alethean. BUCHEX, Alma Theresa, Wis...........................German “And then she will talk, great gods, how she will talk.” High School Graduate. Secretary of German Circle. Quiver Staff. '07. Advance Staff. '07. '08. Class Poet, ’08. CALLIES, Hattie M., Oshkosh, Wis...................German “And still theg ga:ed and still the. wonder grew. That one small head could earrg all she knew.” High School Graduate. Member of German Circle. Cash man, Nellie M a kg a ret, l)e Pere. History and Literatim “A light hidden under a bushel.” High School Graduate. Member of Phoenix. ('lauskn, Kate, Xeenah, Wis.................English (PrimaryI “Never trouble, trouble, till trouble troubles you. High School Graduate. Cooney, Agnes M.. Oshkosh, Wis...........English Literature “Laughing eyes and waving hair.” High School Graduate. Member of Phoenix. Cokey, Kstelle. Marinette, Wis........................English “A literary education brings on a tendency to talk.” High School Graduate St. Mary's Academy. Crawford, Isla K., Chilton, Wis.........English Science “She conies and goes but she is always welcome.” High School Graduate. Member of Y. W. C. A. Member of Lyceum. Lvcoum-Phoenix Debater, '07. Quiver Staff, '07. 30 Cukk, Kmma L., Mamma, Wia..............History ami Literature “Search not for truths too deeply hidden.” President of Shakespeare Club. Secretary and Treasurer of Phoenix. Member of V. W. C. A. DBIHLKR, Ketta A., Berlin. Wis............English (Primary) “Quite a girl. High School Graduate. Senior Girls’ Basketball Team. DeuNBY, Bykox A.. Embarrass, Wis.............English Science “Pride comes before a fall, but the latter does not hit them all. High School (iraduate. Junior Basketball Team, '07. I emah ext, Pansy K.. Waupaca, Wis............English Science “In all things true and loyal.9' High School Graduate. Member of Y. W. 0. A. Vice-President of Lyceum. Dkvkkki.i., Makianna, Decatur, III.........................English “The crotening glory of woman is her hair. I li li School Graduate. Entered as a Senior from Normal University. Normal, 111. Davies. MORGAN, Oshkosh, Wis...........................Special “Every inch a gentleman.9 9 Graduate Training Department. President of Phila-kean. Male Glee Club, ’05, ’0(5; Glee Club, ’0G, ’07. Advance Staff. ’07-’08. Treasurer of Athletic Association; Tennis Manager; Football Manager; Member of German Circle. Doi.an. Mary Kkcina, Cashton, Wis............English Literature “Alt ho noisy, she has depths of mind untold.9' High School Graduate. Donovan, Fix kkncb, Menominee, Mich....................German “.I worker, always attending to her turn affairs ami doing her level best. High School Graduate. Member of German Circle. 31 Diel. Mokvin M., Eldorado, Wis..................English Science “ Young ,i,ul foolish mul apt to Iliinl; himself of more value than his worth. High School Graduate. Member of Philukeau. Inter-State Debater. '08. Durick, Lorktta M.. Portage. Wis.............English Science 4 ‘Black diamonds arc usuallg small, and as for their rarity, rarer than all.” High School Graduate. Farley, Catherine Winifred, Kenosha, Wis...........Jaitin “Let thy wags ever lead thee far from the noisy thoroughfare of life.” High School Graduate. Member of Shakespeare Club. Flanagan, Florence A., Fond du Lac, Wis..............English “She hath music ill her soul.’' High School Graduate. Entered after one year at the University of Minnesota. Member of Glee Club. Forward, Margaret R., Union Grove, Wis..............German 44 A riddle many feign would solve.” High School Graduate. Beloit College one year. Member of Glee Club. Forward. Myrtle, Union Grove, Wis.................English 44As wholesome as an autumn wind.” High School Graduate. Member of Glee Club. Garland, Mildred. Escanaba, Mich.............English Literature ‘‘Gentle she is and of good intent.’’ High School Graduate. Member of Glee Club. Gen SEE, Clara S.. Oshkosh. Wis......................English “Quiet anil sincere; with success her sole object.” High School Graduate. Elementary Course Graduate. Member of V. W. C. A., Audubon Society, Shakespeare Club. 32 German GUE8SEXUAIXER, LlLAII, Sheboygan. Win The best tiling on earth an often done up in small parcels.'’ High S liool Graduate. Secretary of Alethean. Mem-l� or of German Circle. Advance Staff. 07, ’OS. IIardorovk, Margaret Kli.EN, Fond du Lac. History-l.itcratun “Tall and stately.” High School Graduate. Member of Phoenix. Responder to Peace Pipe Oration, ’07. Peace Pipe Oration, ’08. First place in Philologian-Phoenix Declamatory Contest, ’07. IIeckekt, Sadie. Appleton, Wis........................German “ Sot hint she does or seems lint smacks of something greater than herself.” High School Graduate. Member of German Circle. Hirin' Basketball Team. ’00, '07. Captain Senior Girls’ Basketball Team. Hkisinokk. Fuwkn'ck May. Oshkosh, Wig.................German ! “A mathematical girl is a rarity.” High School Graduate. Hkmiahk, Anastasia. Marinette. Wis.............English Science “We know littl• of thn but that littli is good.” High School Graduate. St. Mary’s Academy. Hknkickson. (’oka M., Manitowoc, Wis........English Science “Shi is not conscious of her worth.” High School Graduate. Graduate Manitowoc County Training School for Teachers. IIeeRIJXG, I jll.t.Y Viol JET, Greenbush. Wis...........German “Sever murmur nor repine: Strive in thy humble sphert to shine. Full Course Graduate. Member Audubon Society. Holi.and. Carrie A., South Byron, Wis...........English Scienn “A maid of quality. ” High School Graduate. Member of V. W. C. A., Browning Club. 33 111'iJHKS, PkHDKI.I.IA .1., Oshkosh. Wis.......English Scienc ;l snail an d In could it oik together ami never fall out of step. Elementary Course Graduate. Hrix. Ktiikl M., Montello. Wis............English Literaluri Talking is one of the fine arts. 11 i«li School Graduate. Meinl er of Glee Club. Y. W. C. A. John.sox. May I., West Green Bay, Wis....................Latin Am! her tieo eges like stars in skies Would keep a sinking ship from irreek. High School Graduate. bawrence Cniversity one year. Member of German Circle. Kki-so, Mary K.. Kaukaunu, Wis..........English (Primary) 4 ‘ A n artistic temperament. ’ ’ Hit'll School Graduate. Jonhs, Frank Gordon. Shawano. Wis.........English Science “ 'Tis woman that seduees all mankind. High School Graduate. Member Current Topics Club. Senior Basketball Team. KENNEDY, Doha Cecelia. Oshkosh. Wis............Manual Training As thou Invest the pencil, use it well. What it mag bring thee, no one ran tell. High School Graduate. Memlier of Phoenix. Advance Staff. (Juicer Staff, '07. Kohl, Maodalexe, Appleton, Wis......................German 44 Thou art made of superior ring. ’ ’ High School Graduate. Critic and Secretary of German Circle. Kozina. Joseph K.. Kewaunee, Wis..............English Scienri “ Lis sweet to love; but oli how bitter. To love a girl and then not get her. High School Graduate. 34 I KI TH0I,I , Meta, loin. Win............History anil Lite ratun “Conscientious and true.’’ High School Graduate. Member of Phoenix, Glee Club, .lunior Girls’ Basketball Team. ’07. Oratorical Contest. ’OS. I.kwis. BESSIE M., Omro. Wig...........History and Literatim ‘ ‘ JAt ugh and the world laughs with yon. Hij;h School Graduate. MaaG, Kuzabkth M.. Oshkosh. Wig..............English Literature “All things come to those who will hut wait.” High School Graduate. Malone, Nellie A.. Oshkosh. Wis......................Latin “A woman worthy of the name.” Klcmontary Course Graduate. MaRsiiEK, Mary A., Brussels. Wis.....................Herman “Full of dormant ability.“ President of Phoenix. Audubon Society. Member of Glee Club. Shakespeare Club. Oratorical Association. Oratorical Contest. ’OS. MoKbxxey. Pearl. Stoekbridge, Wis...........English Science “Would that there were mort like her. High School Graduate. McMahon, lx RLIK, Portage, Wis...........English Science “ What eyes she hath. High School Graduate. Meyer, Bernard K., Marion, Wis...........English Science “A girl, my kingdom for a girl.” Basketball Team. ’07, ’ON. Baseball Team. ’07. Football Team. ’ON. Manager Baseball. ’OS. 35 Morin, Maude. Oconto, Win...............History amt Literature “The flowers of Constancy and I'irtue never wither. High School Graduate. Member of Lyceum, and Y. W. C. A. Morrissey. Dennis K.. Oniro. Win.............English Science Don't try to string the Irish. High School Graduate. Member Baseball Team, 07. ’08. Murphy. Roberta. Menominee, Mich.............English Science I want what I want, when I want it. High School Graduate. Nelson. Lillian M., Bessemer, Mich.......English (Primary) ‘1A northern light. High School Graduate. Nimtz. Anthony L.. Grand Rapids. Wis.........English Science ‘ ‘ IP hen a lady is in the ease, let other things give glace. High School Graduate. Secretary of Philakean. Member of Glee Club, Board of Advance Directors. Track Manager, ’08. Football Manager. ’08. Alcthean-Philakcan Declamatory Contest, '07. ’08. Oratorical Contest, ’08. Nimtz, Frank .1., Grand Rapids. Wis...........English Science Unmatched for courage, strength, and speed; And never known to use the wcctl. High School Graduate. Member of Philakean. Football Team, '(M� . Captain, 07. Basketball Team, ’«� « - 07. '07-’08. Basketball Manager, ’07-'Os. Ostknson. Delia, Racine, Wis..........................German BY may expect great things ttf thee. High School Graduate. Member of Glee Club, German Circle, Senior Girls’ Basketball Team. Palmer, John F„ Oshkosh, Wis...........................German A worker in whatever he undertakes. Klementary Course Graduate. Member of Philakean. (Slee Club, V. M. C. A. President of Self-Government System. 36 Parent, Elizabeth, Florence, Wis...........Manual Training “Quoth the raren, never Moore.” High School Graduate. Petard, Jennie M.. Bessemer, Mich.......English (Primary) Dignified, quiet, and rare. High School Graduate. Pktkkson. Anna Jeanette, Berlin, Wig................German “Thinking is her forte ' High School Graduate. Member of Phoenix, Shakespeare Club, Y. M. C. A. President of Browning Club. Quiver Staff. ‘07. Advance Staff. 'o7-'o8. Phoenix-Philakcan Debater, ’07. Philipps, Maroaket .M., Kaukauna... .History and Literature “Fete words indicate a wealth of wisdom.” High School Graduate. Critic of Alethean. President of Browning Club. Plante, Clara R., Chilton, Wis.............English Science “Beauty is truth, truth, beautg. ’' High School Graduate. Member of Lyceum. Post, Myrtle M............................History and Literature “A spark■ of genius under high potential. ’' High School Graduate. Member of Lyceum. Treasurer of Y. W. C. A. Powers, Mary Grace, Oshkosh, Wis......................Latin “So long Mart : how in hate to see you go.” Member of Glee Club, Shakespeare Club. Prior, Kcok.xk H.. Loyal. Wis..................English Science “Due credit should always be given a worker.” President of Lyceum. Current Topics Club, and the Council. Vice-President of Senior Class, Glee Club. Captain Senior Basketball Team. 37 Kitter, Georue .1., Shiocton, Wis............English Science “A natural inclination to handle money propositions. ’ Member of Current Topics Club. Business Manager Normal Advance. ’07- ’OS. Schrokdkr, Krxkst I... Embarrass, Wis.................German “llis sunny locks are equaled only by his sober looks.” Member of Phoenix and Current Topics Club. Treasurer of German Circle. Phoenix-Pliilologian Declaimcr. Sellweeks, II.VZKI. A.. Shawano, Wis.........Enylish Science “Onward, upward, still I climb. And never dare to lixd; behind.” High School Graduate. Seward, Berth a Hkdwio, Beaver Dam, Wis.. .English Science “I am a part of all that I have met.” High School Graduate. Member of Glee Club, Audubon Society, Pliilologian. Phoenix-Philologian Declaimcr. Sherburne, Marie, Oshkosh, Wis...............Enylish Science “Socially inclined and of yarrulous propensities.” Elementary Course Graduate. Member of Lyceum. . Oratorical Association. V. W. C. A., Shakespeare Club. Quiver Staff, ’07. Advance Staff. ’07-’08. Lyceum-Phoenix Debater, ’05. Lvceuin-Philologian Declaimcr, ’06. Shueh.ebotham, .Marie, Sheboygan, Wis...............Latin “She could lice on work alone.” High School Graduate. Stevens Point Debater, ’07. Quiver Staff. ’07. Advance Staff. ’OS. Secretary Oratorical and Athletic Associations. Member of Lyceum, Public Speaking Class, Shakespeare Club, ami V. W. C. A. Inter-State Debater, ’OS. Smith, Ethel, Chippewa Falls, Wis.....................German “Fate tried to conceal her by calling her Smith.” High School Graduate. Member of German Circle, Glee Club. Girls’ Basketball Team, ’07-’08. Siwumnc, Fi-okenve, Oshkosh, Wis......................German ‘ ‘ A g u,d jolly is worth whatever you juiy for it.” Training Department Graduate. Member of Alethean. 38 Spknckr, Mae A., Winnipeg, Canada.........English Literature ' ‘ come not, frit mix, tit steal auay your limi ts.'' High School Graduate. Tmtr.w Vivian L, Kagie River, Wis............English Science “She works with a will, when she has a mind. ’ High School Graduate. Member of Glee (’lull and Hockey Club, '06- '07. Vak.NEY, Edith May, Oshkosh. Wis......................German “As virtuous as she is charming.” High School Graduate. Vkkmeyex, Amanda, Green Hay, Wis.......................Latin “Still waters run deep.” High School Graduate. President of Alethean. Quiver Staff Poet, '07, Advance Staff Poet, '07- ’08. Vincent. Mabel W., Oshkosh, Wis........................Latin “She is liked by all her schoolmates.” Training Department Graduate. Secretary Junior Class, '07, Glee Club. President of Philologinu. Phi lologian-Phoenix Declaimer. Philologian-Declaimer. Class Historian, 08. Voss, Erwin A., Elkhorn, Wis.................Manual Training “A good fellow at all times, ami in all branches of stutlcnl activities.” High School Graduate. Member of Philakean. Phila-kean-Lyeeum Debater, ’07 ’OS. Alethean-Phila-kean Declaimer, ’08. Football Team, '00, '07. 8cnior Hoys' Basketball Team. Woraciiek, Frank J., Kewaunee, Wis..........English Science “You'll hare to hurry.” High School Graduate. Member of Philakean. Football Team, '07. Wkhkweix, Georoe. Manitowoc, Wis............English Science “A worker among men. President of Phoenix, Current Topics Club, Browning Club, Shakespeare Club, Hoard of Advance Directors, '05-'06. Vice-President Oratorical Association. Junior Class. Advance Stall'. Editor. '07 Quiver. Inter-State Debater. 06. Phoenix-Lyeeum Debater, '05, ’07. Valedictorian, ’OS. 39 fieruian WEIDEMANN, K.MMA. Bloomer. Wis........... ' ‘ A worker will attain Mirrens.' ‘ High School Graduate. Member of German (Circle. Y. W. C. A. Wells, Bkrt, Oakfichl, Wis.......................English Science “.In appetite insatiate for oratory ami debate.” High School (iraduate. President Philakcan, Junior Class. Oratorical Association. Philakean-Phoenix Debater. ’ M� . First Place. Alcthean-Philakeaii Declamatory Contest, ’07. Editor Advance, '07-’OS. Second Place, Inter-normal Oratorical Contest. Wiielax. Nki.uk T., Hartford, Wis................English Science “Keeping everlastingly at it brings success ' High School (iraduate. Member of Philologian. WichmaXX, AoNF.S, New Holstein, Wis.............(Iennan ”Absence makes the heart grow fonder ' High School (iraduate. Member of German t’ircle. WILLIAMS, MYRTLE ELIZABETH.............History and Literature “Thou hast a voire whose sound is like the seas.’’ High School (iraduate. Member of Phoenix. Glee Club, Shakespeare Club, Browning Club. Public Speaking Class, ’07. Wilson. Bessie, Green Bay, Wis..............English (Primary) ”Talk never seems cheap when talking to a little dear ' High School (iraduate. Member of Alethean and (ilee Club. Wilson. Florence, Green Bay. Wis.........English (Primary) ” I love to see the wheels go round and set more.” High School Graduate. Member of Alethean and Glee Clubs. Wirth. Kv. M.. Shawano. Wis...............English Seienet ”There is something of ralui about her.” High School Graduate. 40 Wish, Lizzie M., Oakfield, Wig...................English Science “Sober, steadfast, and denture.'’ High School Graduate. Member of Phoenix, Glee Club and Y. W. C. A. Wollkson, Gladys, Marshfield, Wig.......................German “ Very fete women choose women as their sate companions.' ’ High School Graduate. Wood. H akkison, Brandon, Wis....................English Science “The wisdom of a man can never be judged by his looks.’ ’ High School Graduate. Secretary of Philakean. Member Oratorical Association. President Senior Class. Inter-State Debater, ’08. Quiver Staff, ’07. Junior Basketball Team, ’07. Senior Basketball Team, '08. Wri.K. William K., Marion, Wis...............English Science '‘ Nothing is impossible to industry. High School Graduate. Quiver Staff. ’07. Advance Staff, '08. Oratorical Contest, '08. Baseball Team, '07. YoUNOQl'lsT, Clara. Florence, Wis ...History and Literature “Forget the past and look forward. High School Graduate. Zktsoik. Robert, Greenwood, Wis............English Science 4 4 Hob is a good fellow. ’' High School Graduate. Axdkkson, Kmma C., Oshkosh. Wis.....................German “Straightforward, loyal and demure—a good companion and a worthy aid.” Graduate of Training Department. McOOMB, Leda, Bozeman. Montana..............English Science “ 'Vis lore that makes the world go round. High School Graduate. 41 English Dini.ai , Ki.i.kn Mak, Oshkosh. Wis............ Ready with quip and jest. Hit'll School Graduate. Mem Iter of Y. W. C. A. Hoist xutox. Kuiia I,.. Kitbourn, Win..........English Science ‘ .1 ijood scholar.' ’ High School Graduate. Member of Y. W. A. JENKINS. PlXMtKXCR S„ Neenah. Wis..............Eni lisli Science “A maid of domestic tastes.” High School Graduate. Meml er of Phoenix, Y. W. C. A. and Audubon Society. Mi’i.akky. Laura, l)e Pere, Wis..........................Latin ” A quiet and pleasant manner tries many friends.” High School Graduate. PURPOSE Count each new day as a New Year's morn. And set tor yourself a standard; Make to yourself a single vow. One that will carry you onward. Strive all the day to keep that one. Rich gain will crown your striving, Alt ho at first you may not succeed. Sight the goal, and keep faith in arriving. For each noble purpose planned and achieved Leaves upon you a stenciled impression. And adds to you what you have never conceived.— A symbol time never can lessen., 42 if K Junior LEGEND OF THE Class CHOSEN TRIBE J Should you ask me whence this legend, Whence this talc of warriors noble, Whence this tale of honored Juniors With their many feats of daring. With their wealth of trophies taken, Scalps which show them mighty marksmen, I should answer to your question— As 1 sat among the willows On the shore of Winnebago. Came there softly from the water, From the brightly sparkling water. Came a spirit, light and airy. Nestled closely up beside me. Whispered in my ear so gently That 1 thot it was the willows. Sighing ’ncath the South Wind’s kisses. Told me all this charming story Of the exploits of the Juniors. “In the season of the harvest When the maize was standing golden, And the little feathered creatures. For a warmer clime were leaving, Gitchc Manito the Mighty Rose upright and summoned to him. All the people of his nation. , For a conference before him. ‘Warriors bold,’ then said the Master, 'In the mighty camp of Oshkosh, There among the Normal wigwams, Has the worthy tribe of Juniors, For its exploits, feats of daring. Won the noble name of Seniors. ’Now, my children, from your number 1 shall choose the best and bravest, For the place which now is vacant. In the tribes of old Camp Oshkosh.’ Gitchc Manito the Mighty Then chose five score noble warriors, And fifty more lie added to them. Then the new tribe, the brave Juniors. Held a council, great and awesome. And they chose the tribe's brave leader, Yea, they chose the mighty Sanders! And to him they gave the welfare Of the tribe to kindly watch o’er. ‘Persevere,’ such was the watchword Which they chose to bear them onward. And not many moons had risen Fre this triln grew very famous. Far and near, they were admired For the lieauty of their maidens. For the bravery of their warriors; And their grave men never faltered When called on in the Councils. Then at last, the famous wise men. Seeing how the tribe was worshipped, Thought it well to make a record Of the deeds of all their warriors. So the brave chief called a meeting, And the warriors all were present With their weapons and their war paint. 1-ong they sat there in discussion. Till the horses of the Sun’s car Sank down slowly from exhaustion. Then for many days these wise men. On the parchment which they christened By the magic name of ‘Quiver,’ Labored ever without ceasing. And the other tribes grew jealous Of the prowess of the Juniors. But they cared not for the Freshmen, Who not yet could shoot their arrows; Nor the Sophomores, now just learning How to hunt among the forests. How to shoot their tiny arrows. How to fish in Winnebago. And the Seniors had no warriors Who were brave and strong and noble, And their maidens were not gentle. Sweet and lovely like the Juniors. For ten moons, there lived the Juniors Near the shores of Winnebago, In the pleasant camp of Oshkosh, In the pleasant Normal wigwams. Till the game was all exhausted. Then to districts, bleak and dreary, Journicd forth the learned Juniors. Journied forth to spread their knowledge All around among the warriors. They taught the papoose and the warrior All about the great camp Oshkosh. All aliout the grounds for hunting. ' Till they, too, were summoned thither By the great and loving Master. Gitchc Manito the Mighty.” JUNIOR CI.ASS JUNIOR CLASS IS u Ini Sophomore Class President...........................Albert Brann Vice-President........................Joseph Koxop Secretary...........................Ona Lelakd Treasurer.............................Albert Trojahx In the month of August, in the year of 1906, A. D.. there assembled at the Normal School at Oshkosh a band of earnest and industrious people. These people were, at that time, known as the Freshman class. This Freshman class was. from the very first. a mighty host of efficient workers. Its number has been added to from time to time until it i- now more than ever before a factor of no small importance in the affairs of the school. This Freshman class has now emerged from the primary stage of it- development and has arrived at the summit of its second stage. We. the Sophomores, look back upon a past of which we may justly feel proud. Our victories, and they have been neither few nor unimportant. have taught us to appreciate the joy which accompanies success, and also to give full credit to the manly, courageous effort of those whom it was our g«x d fortune to defeat. When we have been defeated, we have accepted defeat in a sportsmanlike manner. We have learned that, even tho our cause is lost, a good fight well fought may strengthen and liencfit the participants far more than an easy victory under other conditions. For the benefit of any who may be ignorant of laurels won by the Sophomore class, let us point out as an example of our achievements, the way in which we secured the basketball championship in the boys’ tournament. The first team we defeated was the far famed Junior team. These boys played a noble game, but lost by a score of 29 to 20. The next team to meet defeat was that of the Freshman class. At the end of the game our opponents had the unfortunate score of 13. while the score of the Sophomores was. in a slang sense, an immediate withdrawal from the vicinity; it was 23 The game that decided the championship was played with the Seniors on February 8. This hitherto invincible team was expected to overwhelm our men. who were younger and of less experience. The game was one that will not soon be forgotten by either the participants or the spectators. When time was called, the score stood 18 to 12 in favor of the underclassmen. The joy of the Sophomores was unbounded and the sorrow of the Seniors was no less so. Here’s to the Sophomore class. May she enjoy such success in the future as has already been accorded her. and may it be her privilege to become instrumental in the work that binds and strengthens an institution, realizing that this can best Ik done bv directing every effort toward the ultimate good of the school as a whole. 4H SOPHOMOKK CLASS Freshman Class President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Ray Donahue Katharine Burrey Paul Mattice Clara Kettknhofkn N«� i long ago I dreamed a strange dream. I saw a very large world and within it there was a smaller one. over which floated a banner of white and gold, bearing the letters O. N. S. I noticed that the people inhabiting this small world were divided into nations, according to the numlier of years they had lieen in the world. The youngest nation, called Freshman on account of its youth, was certainly the most interesting. This nation did not try to attract the attention of other nations, hut quietly did it' duty. It was modest, ambitious, and talented. While I was looking upon this world, a very interesting thing occurred. I saw a large arena, and here were assembled the lady mvniticrs of the Freshman race, and the lady members of the Seniors, the oldest of the nations. They were evidently preparing for a great combat. Amid the cheers and shout' of the spectators, the combat began. Finally, after an hour of hard fighting, the Senior nation was defeated, and the Freshmen were borne triumphantly from the field. I also saw that after each revolution of the smaller world, a large door wa' opened, thru which the oldest nation passed into the larger world. After four revolution' the Freshman race, with the blessings of all the g ds. passed out. They did not. like many other nations, seek to conquer, but quietly did their duty and were thus unconsciously walking the road wihch led to Success. SO FRESH M AN Cl. A S S Ninth B I Ik- graduating class of April, 1908, numbered 17. Ten of the class received their training in the Primary grades, the remainder began work in the Grammar grades. The class made a very good record in the Training department, both in work and in deportment. The class took a great deal of interest in athletics and art work, and while in the Grammar grades they organized many teams. The class held their graduating exercises in November with the Ninth A. “Master Skylark, by John Bennett, and re-written by Miss Jennie Marvin, principal of the Grammar Department, was presented by the Ninth l . class. Ten out of the seventeen entered the Normal department, and have taken an active part in the work of the school. Ninth B Graduating Exercises MASTER SKYLARK CAST Simon Atwood Mistress Atwood Nick Atwood, Simon’s son Roger, a l� y Gaston Carew, a player Cicely. Gaston’s daughter Gregory Goole, a servant Queen Elizabeth Shakespeare Ben Jonson Hentynge Burbage .... Cordell Venetian Ambassador Walter Plummer . Mildred Munsil Bernard Roos . Robert Hodson Lesi.te Turner . Margaret Barber John Oaks . Eva Chapman Pomeroy Kirkpatrick . Leslie Turner Edward Jantz . John Oaks Robert Geraghty . Edward Jantz S3 (; K A M MAR CI.ASS Jin iBruuirtam Rufus H. Halsey BORN MARCH 5. 18M DIED JULY 25. 1907 “A grave, deepsouled, manysided man As strong as unafraid. A man to go his way with no man's aid. Skyloving, stalwart as the forest tree. Brave, courteous, kind and good in all. A mountain man, who treads the heights and knows tranquillity. 55 iln iflrmnrtam Clara E. Marvin BURN MAY 17. I� fc5 DIED DECEMBER 19. 19 7 “A full, rich nature, free to trust. Truthful and almost sternly just. Keeping with many a light disgust The secret of self sacrifice. A heart ease tried ! thou hast the best That Heaven itself could give thee Rest. To those Who have Entered the Service Before Us While reviewing the history of this year, we would not t'orget you who were tile life of the school in the days of its earlier history. This institution would not Ik- what it is except for you. For your need, it was founded, equipped, enlarged. By your efforts and loyalty, it has prospered. It is you that we should thank in large measure for the privileges which we enjoy. You have come and gone. Your work lies elsewhere, hut your spirit still remains No portion of the building Inn gives mute evidence of its former occupants. Wander into the text-hook library and take the hooks from the shelves. Turn the registration covers. There arc your names as you traced them. Your hands have since become holder: they show more of the confidence that comes only from striving and winning: they swerve less; your names till less space and the symbols that make them are finer: but these old marks are yours and they are. at the same time, milestones that mark your progress and bonds that bind you to us thru common association and interest. The worn rubber matting in front of the library-checking table pays its tribute to your impatient feet. The memorials in the building commemorate your efforts even as they perpetuate the memory of those whom you unselfishly sought to honor. The ivy, softening the bare outer walls and reaching out farther every season, beautifully, tho silently, speaks of your loyalty and love tor the Alma Mater. And even the grass-worn back-campus, like the forbidding hauteur of the m-wly-lwmnd ln ok . suggests visions of quondam devotees. We have drained a l eakcr to gratitude and memory. But there is another thing that binds us to you. It is the fellowship of kindred hearts. Tho outward conditions are unlike, the desires, purpo es, and spirit of our endeavors have been the same. It has l� cen good to feel the hearty grasp of the hand and note the depth of expression in the “Glad to be back so cordially spoken when you have come back to old associations. The student l ody is transient, the faculty jiersonnel changes, methods and jokes may be different, but the school spirit is ever the same. It is with this spirit that we rally around the White and Gobi and cheer till the echoes fill the air. Much as we desire to welcome each of you personally to the familiar haunts, wishes can only echo the hope of future fulfillment. Tho' others may have the opportunity we covet, over the pledge of faith thus renewed will hover the spirit of fellowship of those who send this annual greeting and best wishes for future success 58 To the Alumni Editors of the Qufacr: Although my genius halts at metrical expression, your letter asking tor a word in prose or rhyme. came so long ago that it seems easier to write than to find an acceptable excuse for not doing so. The lines which follow arc a tribute to the graduate’s star. Hope Perfume of flowers. Star of the day. Dew upon bowers. Sunshine of May. Patience when weary. Spirit delight: Rest for days dreary. Conquest of night. Surcease of sorrow. Healing for pain. Faith for tomorrow. Gladness again -------. t X 3 The Light oj Knowledge Student: What is this light that wakes within my soul And fires my heart with hopes of greater things? Is it a radiance from that eternal goal. Or fleeting brilliance that ambition brings? Is it a candle small to mark my way. Or torch to guide and cheer my fellow men? Is it a beacon high—to fade when day With truer light shall break u|� on my ken? Seer: What this light is. 'tis not for thee to know. N'or whether fleeting spark or living glow: Whether Ambition, burning futilely. Or Genius, blazing forth eternally. This doest thou know: a lamp to thee is given To trim and fill—it guards the shoal or haven. Clara Bi.akrly Hughes. 1898. 5y Dreams Then am! Now A Senior on a warm spring day Sat idly gazing far away. Before her lay an open book On which she did not cast a look. Smilingly, she dreamed of days to dawn When Normal life was past and gone. She saw before her the distant town Where on the hill-top, looking down. Stood the school she soon would call her own. Where she would teach the great unknown. She sighed. 1 11 have no barren text. Each lesson I'll illustrate, and next On high a pendant globe will swing States and cities we'll not sing. But my pupils all will gladly rise To tell this planet’s shape and size. There’ll be no truants in mv band When 1 have once assumed command. ’Gainst child lalior such a cry I'll raise That poets inspired will sing my praise.” Alas for the Senior thus leaving school! Alas, such fervent zeal must cool! An alumna, she gazes on blackboards gray And thinks of that time so far away When Mope lured her on with merry tling. And she was eager to try her wing. Then, she thought the world was hers to right If only she’d work with all her might. But often she'd seen her most cherished plan Trampled upon by the school-board man. bailed.” she'd sigh, with a secret pain. Then Hope would whisper. Try again.” Truants she’d had outnumbering a score, ud learned. We have them ever, like the poor. Tho for child-labor she’d worked and won, In no bard’s lyrics her name had run. And many a fair vision had she seen Buried and marked. “It might have been.” Tho discouragement again and again Has left its traces on heart and brain. Still Hope, returning brave and bold. Brings with it thoughts of the White and Gold Then singing the same verse o'er and o’er. At length she passes from the school room door. And the verse has new meaning deep and clear. For she’s singing softly, Cheer, Oshkosh, cheer.” I 0 Alumna. ’04.’ To the Alumni Editors of the Quiver: Your tactful letter of invitation dispelled a fond illusion of mine. 1 have been wont to regard myself as one of the younger alumni of our school. That reference of yours to the year of my graduation, set me a little sum. At first I thought it one of plain subtraction. I have not yet obtained a sure result. Thirty years is a long time when one looks ahead. I cannot realize how long! It is only a dream when one looks back. Perhaps the years would have seemed more real if I had continued to teach, for the year of a teacher has a beginning and an end from which to take a fresh reckoning; but a home-maker, after a while, loses power to keep track of the flight of time, even in terms of the ages of her children. As I sit at my table with your letter before me, I wonder where my mind has been all these years. The little crest upon which my home is built is not an enchanted summit, altho to me it is full of enchantment: the river which it overlooks is far from being filled with waters of forgetfulness; the flowers at my door do not number a single sleep-bringing poppy ’ among them, and never has the sap of the lotus touched my lips, yet my little sum is growing impossible. Who cares! The numerical aspects of it are not its most significant ones. What you wish is to know how 1 think I have l ornc myself since I left the old school to indulge in flights planned by myself. Well, if you will insist upon accepting biased testimony, it will be unseemly for me to make it unfavorable to myself. I entered upon the work of teaching, determined to exemplify the ideals of the Oshkosh Normal, held then as since. I did not teach long, but the ideals have served me just as well in my home. I did not realize it when T gave up teaching, but I now sec their universality. I think every one of my classmates has looked u|� on life with a true purpose, and. altho the cares of their busy days may not permit them to write to you. their best wishes are with the school, and the Quiver of iqo8 will be a welcome visitor to us all. Yours sincerely, -----------------. '75- To the Alumni Editors of the Quiver: Your letter awaits my attention. This want” of your Junior class is rather out of my line of diagnosis. 1 fear that my prescriptions usually offer more material for translation than for literary publication. Front Galen down to the dewy Kneipp. I find no precedent for such a departure from the rules of orthodox practice, as you ask. unless one may so construe the lines of Dr. Holmes to certain ones who, mayhap, were growing unmindful of scenes that they were in duty bound to cherish: Come back to your mother, ye children, for shame. Who have wandered like truants for riches and fame: With a smile on her face and a sprig in her cap. She calls you to feast from her bountiful lap. Ye healers of men. for a moment decline Your feats in the rhubarb and ipecac line: While you shut up your turnpike, your neighl ors can go The old round about road to the regions below.” If you will accept this feeble precedent as sufficient reason.” you shall have the desired reflections of a practitioner” for the pages of your Annual. I fancy that, when one enters upon a profession after the self-denial of student preparation, his first pleasure comes from an anticipated freedom which he expects that the monetary' return from practice will bring him. Hut this notion docs not last long, for the young physician who has to make his way without the aid of influential friends, has disheartening days of waiting before lie gains the confidence and good will of the community in which he settles. In process of time, however, he gets upon his feet. Then, little by little, he comes to see the meaning of his service to the community, and a general professional satisfaction takes possession of him. 61 But a day is sure to come when the stress and strain of epidemics, critical cases, and calls m those early hours of morning, when the vital stream is lowest in sick and well alike, cause the doctor to become well nigh jaundiced “with the pale cast of thought. and the hours of his unpleasantness may ripen into a temporary pessimism. Especially is this likely to he the case if he reflects that he must always sec people at their worst, discern the pretence of one. the shamming of another, the dishonor of another, the dissipation of another, and the disregard of life in others still. It cannot but give him pain to see the hollowness in certain types of home life, and the miseries entailed by thoughtless and unhygienic living, until he sometimes wishes to give up his profession to enter u|x n something that will afford a more favorable view of his fellow men. Perhaps, however, the same result might appear at any angle of contact with humanity. One of the comforts of our ignorance of an unknown field, is the negation of the evil aspects of it. But the mood of which I have just been speaking, can not he permanent in the man of sincere purpose, and I suppose that, if I were choosing over again. I would give my vote to the profession which I chose in almost utter ignorance of its meaning, years ago. My letter may not meet your desire, hut it epitomizes some, at least, of the reflections of a physician upon certain aspects of his profession. But —. my telephone is calling. I shall respond to the call more cheerfully because of having written this. The hell note may have Iktcii an opportune thing for you. for 1 am afraid that my letter would have run into a sennonette. Yours for the Doctors, 1886—1900. To the Alumni lidilors of the Quiver: My mind goes hack to the time when the Quiver of 1905 was taking form. At first there was a feeling of uncertainty—all seemed to he chaos. New ideas, new ideas, was the watchword. Could there be anything new after so many (?) Quivers had been published? We did not dare to imitate the Faculty Merry Go Round. We were determined not to waste any time or space on the Fountain in Hall and other things similarly moss-grown. Literary merit must then he the goal toward which each must strive.—and the Annual of 1905 is sometimes referred to as the “Poetry Quiver.” Often diet the editor think that executive ability was a desirable trait. As an ex-editor, he wonders whether or not modern editors ever have two appointments at the same time ami violate the provisions of the Self-Government Constitution in trying to keep them. He wonders whether or not it is necessary for the present editor to know where any member of the taff may l� e found at any time of the day—he it at school, at home, or at the club. Is the printer forced to delay his work because no material has been handed in for page ninety-six. ami must the editor sit down and furnish copy while the printer waits? But when it is all over, what a relief! One breathes more easily, ami then lie has more time for deliberation. Even tho blunders have been made, there is a feeling of satisfaction at having accomplished something that was difficult. When the task is finished, one just begins to know how. as is so often the case in this world. Now just a word of advice to future editors. Nearly all Normalitcs like to Ik- “slammed in the Quiver—most of them, in fact, expect it. The more darts that are hurled, ami the more people they are hurled at. the more popular will Ik- your Quiver. Yours for success. Rice Lake, Wis., April i, 1908. Charles H. Velte. To the Alumni lidilors of the Quiver: It seems a little strange to Ik- writing to you as editor of the Quiver. In imagination. it carries me back to five years ago, when the all-important thing was to make the Quiver of 190.) the In-st in the history of O. N. S. Whether or not we succeeded. we leave others to judge; but we did try especially hard to improve the character of the engravings used, the literary merits of the compositions, ami the arrangement of the various parts of the book. We strove for quality rather than quantity. 62 It seems to me that every edition of the Qi'IVKr should stand for two things; first, it should he a history of the events of school life; and second, it should contain some literary merit. The farther I become removed from Normal days, the more I realize the importance of the principle so often urged by our late friend and President ; namely, whatever is worth doing, is worth doing well. In every school the course of study must always remain the center about which other work must cluster; hut I can’t help feeling that he who limits himself to the course of study is missing much that ought to he his. As I review the past, my Normal experience would seem very unsatisfactory were it not for such things as “logical arrangement of debate with Mr. Clow; best style of delivery. with Mr. Small. Editorship with Miss Henderson, and Dramatic Art with Mr. Dresden. These are a few of the things that made life at the Normal worth remembering. Another feature of social life and the one I recall with greatest pleasure, was the work done by the literary societies. This, I believe, is a feature of school work that no student can afford to miss. During the four years since my graduation. I have been connected with three institutions of learning. As a teacher in an academy and in a high school, and as a student in a university, my work has been the source of both pleasure and profit, ami I have no apology to offer for my profession. But of all my school work, that which is the source of greatest satisfaction and most pleasant memories, and that from which I derived the most lasting good, is the two years I spent at (). N. S. May she live long and continue to prosper, is the wish of one who ever remains. Fraternally yours. Antigo. Wis., April t, 1908. J. W. Rilry. 7' the Alumni Editors of the Quiver: You ask for some recollections of the methods we used in our work as members of the 1906 Quiver staff. If the issue can be judged a success, one of the strongest factors which entered in to make it such was that wc were able to keep up to our calendar. In our first staff meeting, it was decided to adopt a “Quiver Calendar. June 6th was set as the date of delivering ami a scries of other dates, which made this possible, was worked out. Fortunately every member performed lhs work promptly ami well (or got someone else to do it for him): there were no serious delays in the printing, and but one accident at the bindery. The nature of this accident remained a secret between the binder ami two members of the staff. Wc probably received the usual amount of caution from faculty members to Be care ful alHiut hurting people’s feelings. Be sure not to make this issue a cheap imitation. etc. Mr. Hewitt advised us not to designate faculty members as cats. but Miss Henderson said we might. Those of you who remember the rise and fall of the Batty Bunch,” also recall that these mortals” furnished some exciting material for our pages. • There were so many anxious times! It was hard to be original with the draw- ings.—to write poetry, or to fit verses to characterize the teachers for whom they were intended. It was harder still to decide upon the cover color. Some Seniors did not furnish the required data or photograph on time. Business men were slow to advertise. ami the engravers l chind time with their work. But all this is so stereotyped, while still a true reminiscence of what, as a staff, wc experienced together! In the main, it was pleasant, am! no one can deny that it was profitable experience, even tho the work was hard at times. As a staff, we arc saddened by the fact that two of our mcmlKTs. who worked with us so faithfully, are no longer here to watch the appearance of the latest issue of a school annual which we have learned to love and appreciate with a more vital interest than could l� c possible had wc not once experienced the efforts you are now putting forth to make the 1908 Quiver the best one ever published. I am sure that I voice the sentiments of the entire 1906 staff when I say that as time goes by. we are more and more glad that our class honored us by placing in our hands the care of publishing the school annual. VVe still think of its humor, of pages we were respectively responsible for. But l cst of all. we arc reminded that thru it we were brot more closely in touch with the school life and were the letter able to make lasting school friends. We extend our heartiest wishes to you for success in your work. Cordially yours, Staff of 1906. Per Frank M. Karnes, F.ditor. 63 Differentiation of Work Of the 1.0R4 graduate whose names are on our records, five per cent are no longer living. Of the remainder, approximately one-third of one per cent are in the ministry, one and one-half per cent are physicians, two per cent are lawyers, three per cent arc students in higher institutions, twelve per cent arc home-makers, seventy-one per cent are engaged in educational work, and five per cent are divided among twenty-five occupations not included above. I he differentiation in the field of educational work is graphically shown in the following curve: Of the letters at the top of the square. S includes those filling positions as superintendents; C. college instructors; A. high school assistants; P, principals of state graded and high schools; and K, elementary teachers. I he figures at the left of the square indicate the per cent of those engaged in each field of work. The two fact' of greatest interest gathered from the data are (1) the justification of the State in supporting Normal Schools, as indicated in the high per cent of our graduates who are faithful to the elementary school; (2) the low rate of mortality shown by our figures. It means that, altho teachers may work hard, they are not necessarily in danger of breaking down. 64 A L E T H E A N A OS % Ki-Kl a First Quarter Second Quarter Amam . Ver m even . President . Gladys Stillman M.vtii.da Ba« kok . Vice-President Jennie Nelson I.ilaii Giessen iiainkr Secretary . Etiiel Bennett Amanda Backon . . Treasurer . Sophia Piiiij.ips Margaret Pnu.irrs Critic . Addie Likert Addie Liiikkt . Custodian . Nellie Frame Wliat a sympathetic cclio i aroused in the heart of every Aletheau girl by these words! To the alumni they bring sweet memories of the good old meetings in the Music Room: to the Seniors, a pang of regret at the thought that the meetings for them are numbered, that soon they must leave the ranks; to the Juniors they bring a joyful anticipation of another year's work in their beloved society, and a firm determination never to lower her standard. During the eight years of Alethean's existence, she has grown into one of the strongest societies in the school, and one which has made its influence felt. The name Alethean — Seekers After Truth —is significant of the ideals which the society has always endeavored to set up and maintain. The strong feeling of friendship and fellowship, which exists among the Alethean girls, shows that sight has not been lost of the great motive which is the foundation of all social co-operation. , The past year has proven a great success. Iw th in terms of pleasure and profit. The eight members who began the work in September have been joined by sixteen enthusiastic girls, who have added much to the strength of the society, and who are resolved to leave Alethean in as good hands next June as she is being left in this June. To show that Aletheans do not confine their efforts to their own society; it is only necessary to state that the Salutatorian of the Class of ux 8. and the Junior speaker for the Peace Pipe exercise on Class Day. are Aletheans; two of our members occupy prominent positions on the Advance staff; four on the Quiver staff; and one of our number is treasurer of the Junior class. Thus the work of Alethean goes on. and thus it ever will go on as long as there are loyal hearts and true to rally round her standard anti heartily voice the sentiments of the old song:— May her glory in song long be told. Linked with fame of White and Gold.' z Id Ut m3 X - First Semester Second Semester Morgan Davies . . . President . . . Rert Wells Don Birdsall . . . Vice-President . . Erwin Voss Harrison Wood . . Secretary . . . Anthony Nimtz Erwin Voss .... Marshal . . . Elmer Nygaard Rfrt Wells . . . Critic .... Morgan Davies Philakcan is making the parliamentarian, the debater, and the orator. Truly she is succeeding. Yet her history is short. Her work was tiegun nine years ago. when about twenty young men, recognizing the need of a new literary organization, laid the foundation of this institution. The society has had eight years of constant, healthy growth, and at the present time, finds herself strong enough to venture upon another year of existence, with undoubted possibilities of success. Philakcan's membership is limited to thirty young men. This limited membership has contributed much to the success of the society by allowing the members to appear often on the programs, thus enabling them to secure a thoro training in all the phases of literary attainment. The regular work of Philakcan consists of impromptu and assigned talks, debates, declamations, and the discussion of current events. One of the society's accomplishments is the maintaining of a quartet which renders selections at each meeting as well as at various school and society events. Philakcan has always stood for the highest in literary attainment and the usual high standard has been maintained thruout the year. In oratory. Wells, Stclsel. and Nimtz brought honor upon the society by securing first, second, and third places. It was with a sort of pleasure that Philakean, this year, yielded first place in declaiming to the fair Aletheans. altho she retained second and tliinl places for herself. In debate. Philakcan stands cool and defiant in both outside and local fields. Of the Junior debating team that defeated Stevens Point. Billings. Sperbeck, and Caine are from the ranks of Philakcan. On the Illinois debating team, the society is represented by Wood and Duel. Voss, Jacques, and Sanders were chosen for the Philakean-Lyccum debate. Besides being prominent in literary circles. Philakean is well represented on the athletic field and in various other school organizations. In looking back over the year’s work, we as a society feel that our efforts have not been in vain, for we know that the members have increased in literary power and widened their possibilities of service to themselves and to those with whom they come in contact. As the school year closes, the outgoing members leave the society with regrets, yet with a feeling that the future of Philakean is bright, for they know and trust the men into whose care the society is to pass the coming year. 6‘ L Y C K U M L.YC EUM _______—-------Kennedy_ First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter I), li. Sitkiwku.son KI’GBNK PklOK I SI.A CltAWFOKIf Mykti.k Post Lyceum, which was organized in 1S71. is the pioneer society of the school. Thru the thirty-seven years of Iter existence, site has shown herself to he a strong and honorable society. Her membership is restricted to forty-five students, among whom are many of the best citizens in the Oshkosh Normal School. The meetings of the society, which arc held every Saturday evening when school is in session, are divided into two |x riod$,—the first | criod being devoted to the program, and the second to the business meeting. The programs, which consist chiefly of debates, declamations, orations, and music, arc instructive as well as entertaining. It is chiefly thru the training derived from taking part in these programs that the members of Lyceum attain such a goodly degree of literary skill. Current topics are also discussed at the meetings, and a very important part of the program each evening is parliamentary practice. This branch of the work has been conducted by Mr. Fred Martin. This society does not aim to excel in literary work only. Her great aim is to pro- . duce strong, useful citizens. If. by our union, the members of Lyceum are lifted to higher places of thought and action. Lyceum has accomplished her purpose. We have not only hitched our wagon to a star. but. we have put our shoulder to the wheel. and if we continue in our efforts, we must succeed in becoming good citizens. We shape our destiny, and as our efforts are. so shall we be. PHOENIX President..............................Aim a Boiii.mann Vice-President.......................Ernest Schrobder Secretary..............................Lawrence Peterson Treasurer ...... David Paulus Marshal................................Paul Mattice The Phoenix Society is one of the oldest and best established of the school organizations. Both ladies and men are eligible to membership, provided they arc willing to work. A society, like other things, gives a return proportional to the investment. -The principle holds true here—the benefit derived depends upon the individual effort. The society seeks to carry out its motto, “Culture, not show.” Thru debate, declamation, current topics, music, parliamentary practice, and contests,—to give each member the skill that comes from practice,—the society gives each one added knowledge and power, thus preparing him for his future social and business activities. During the past year, an average of about thirty members has been maintained. Meetings arc held every Saturday evening at 7:3a Programs for special days form a great feature of the work. A committee has charge of all debates, at least five of which arc presented each quarter. After the judges’ decisions are collected, an opportunity is given for volunteer debating on the question. In every case this chance has been responded to, often most vigorously. Outside work is always undertaken. The debate with Lyceum is a much anticipated event of every commencement week. A yearly debate occurs with the Phila-kcans. A society play is given every second year. The organization has members especially distinguished in school work, and is very proud of them. Mr. George Wchrwein received the honor of being chosen Valedictorian for the class of 1908. The Misses Marshek and I.cuthold did creditable work in the oratorical contest. One of our number. Miss Ella Hardgrove, is to give the Peace Pipe oration. Another, Miss Alma Bohlmann. has acted as president of the self-government system. Others are prominent in athletics, debate, and scholarship. The Senior members regret leaving the organization, but know that, like the Phoenix of ancient days, the society will spring up with unimpaired strength when school is again assembled. 73 CURRENT TOPICS CLUB l irsi Semester I'KKi) Martin Geo. Rittkk . Eugene Prior Arthur I .earn km President . Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Second Semester Eugene Prior Geo. Ritter I.ai nvr Parker It. A. Delanev The Current Topics Club lias become a recognized factor in club life at Normal. Its four years of existence have been marked by unusual success. Although the club has not been without its seasons of social enjoyment, the members feel that the real and lasting benefits, which they have received from the organization, have come from bard, conscientious work and a steadfast determination to gain a clearer and deeper insight into the greater topics of the day, and also to strengthen themselves along the line of parliamentary drill. The club as a whole has not been connected with other than its regular work this year; but it has been represented by individuals in many of the school affairs as usual. I'he valedictorian of the graduating class this year is a Current Topic man; one of our memlKTS was on the Junior debate team; a number of this year's Quiver talT are members of the Current Topics Club; and among our uuiuIht are many of the foremost athletes. I lie club, in its work the past year, lias, as usual, taken up and discussed fully some of the most important topics of the day. The programs have been somewhat changed, so that now there are given three fifteen-minute talks and three five-minute talks. At the close of each talk, a limited time is given for general discussion. The fifteen-minute talks deal with the deeper and more extensive topics of the day. The five-minute talks are simply short news topics of importance. The meetings of the club are held in Mr. Clow’s room on Friday evening of each week at 6:45. The meetings are adjourned early enough so that a person is in plenty of time to attend school functions which may happen to occur on the same evening. A cordial welcome is extended to all the young men of the school to come and join with the club in its effort to ke p abreast of the times. GERMAN CIRC L K G c E I R R M 1 xlv '£ Aw C A L N E President .... . Alma Bohlmann Vice-President..........................Bertha Pkibxow Secretary.................................Magdalena Kohl Treasurer...............................Chas. Wolf TIk- good which we derive from our education does not consist merely in the work assigned in the regular course, hut a great part is acquired through the different organizations of the school. One of the most enterprising societies in the Oshkosh Normal School, is the German Circle. It is composed of a band of students interested in German literature. The members have proved themselves worthy successors of those who left the society in such good con dition last year, and have worked with an eagerness which shows that they firmly believe in the old German motto. ‘‘Iminer es eitcr.” The purpose of the Circle is to study and cultivate a greater appreciation of German literature. Every alternate Friday evening we meet, and spend a pleasant evening in listening to German talks, readings, debates, and declamations prepared by the different members. We have a unique way of answering to roll-call. Each member is prepared to answer to his name by giving a German quotation. This proves a source of benefit as well as of pleasure to all of us. One of the features of every program is the music. The German Circle Quartette has done praiseworthy work, and with its help, the whole society has made progress along the line of German vocal music. Sung with true German spirit, the strains of “Die Wacht am Rhein fill the air and show that each singer feels the meaning of every word. We arc all looking forward eagerly to the declamatory contest to be held in spring among our own members. Those who arc to take part are already at work, and we feel confident that it will be a very successful one. Social life is not neglected in this organization. Our Christmas festival was one which we shall always remember with pleasure. On Friday evening, before our Christmas vacation, we assembled in the Music room to listen to a Christmas program .After this, we repaired to the Regent's office, where old Santa had been busy tastefully decorating the room with red and green, and disposing of a good share of his presents. Mr. Dresden distributed the gifts in his congenial manner, adding as a preface, a little verse of his own composition suited to the nature and gift of the receiver. After the distribution of presents, Wcilmachts Kuchen und Kaffec were served in true German style. The members who leave us this year, say that one of the things they shall miss most is the Christmas festival of the German Circle. IIKO W SING Cl. U B I:irsl Semester President Secretary Second Semester President Secretary Anna Prtrrson NNK I’.OTTKNSKK Makc.akrt I’iiii.tees Ai.ma Boiilmann The Browning Cluh meets oikc every two weeks ai the home of Miss Peake, its director and inspirer. Membership is limited to fifteen. The name indicates the object of the society—a study of Browning’s poetry. The work is fascinating in itself. The good fellowship of the cluh is an inspiration, and the home-like, comfortable hospitality, for which Miss Peake ami her mother arc noted, is a joy to tired students. A full membership is always maintained, and this year the club proved unusually strong. The largest piece of work accomplished was a careful study of The King and the Book.” Later an open meeting was held, wherein the whole of the |x em was briefly summarized and presented. The religious poems of Browning were also studied. This, with his tragedies, completed the year’s work. Many very pleasant social times have been enjoyed, when coffee, with it' delicious accompaniments, aided the intellectual feasts. Mention must be made of Beatrice, the club’s mascot, with her lady-like manners and gentle bark. Upon occasion, the discussions waxed most earnest, the members agreeing with their beloved |x et. that. I. a man. with men am linked. And not a brute with brutes; no gain That 1 experience must remain Unshared.” Also, “A man’s reach should exceed his grasp, or what's a Heaven for? 79 SHAKESPEARE STUDY CLUB first Semester President Secretary Second Semester President Secretary Miss Barden . Mr. Wehrwkix . . Miss Pkri.ky Powers . Miss Cuff . . Miss Bi rr Miss Kimball During the past year the Shakespeare Club has carried on a very interesting line of work. A drama from each of the four periods of Shakespeare’s life was chosen to he studied during the winter. Romeo and Juliet.” “As You Like It. Hamlet. and The Tempest” were selected. The critical studies of these dramas l cgan in OcioIkt. At each meeting a s|K cial topic was given by one of the members of the club in connection with the work on two acts of a play. These special topics proved interesting and helpful, Iiecausc they brought to the members a review of research work by noted people, which they would be unable to study because of other work. It was the purpose of the club, after finishing the four dramas, to compare them, and to note especially the little things which tell us something of the life of the author. Before the work ends for the year we shall have a debate on the famous question. “Resolved, that Hamlet was insane.” Because of ill health. Miss Barden was forced to leave the club this winter. It was with regret that we let one. who had directed us so faithfully for three years, go. She was always most helpful in her suggestions on the work, and she aided the club in every possible way. Miss Kimball is now our director, and tho we have hail her with us only a short time, we are quite willing to take Miss Bardins advice— Keep her with you as long as you can. 81 S T I 1) E N T S CI1RISTI A N A S S (� C I A T I O N STUDENT'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION -- V. M. C. A. Y. IV. C. A. HERBERT W’HlTKIIorSK Walter Pti-tkr Lewis Chase Albert Brann President Vice-President Secretary 'I reasurer Mary Birr Mildred Asms Alma Helstab Effie Bergii The object of the S. C. A. is the develo] inent of a strong manly or womanly life. It has been found to Ik- of inestimable value for the student to have an opportunity to stop during the busy week and spend part of an hour in a study of the Bible or in discussion of the different phases of a Christian life. The V. V. C. A. branch meets every Thursday at 4:10 p. in., and the V. M. C. A. at 6:45 P- ni., in the Music room. During the past year, the Y. W. C. A. has studied the development of the early Christian church, and also topics of general interest at the present day. The Y. M. C A. made a careful study of Christ’s life, and also of the lives of some of those with whom lie came in contact. The results have liecn very beneficial. The association tries to meet other of the practical needs of the school. In the fall, at the beginning of school, a Bureau of Information i- located just opposite the entrance to the school building. Here arc kept lists of rooms for rent, and of boarding clubs. Students are always here ready to guide new-comers about the building and to help them get ready for work. Guides also meet every passenger train during the first week of school to help new students find their way. Each year the Association publishes what is known as the “Students’ Handbook. This book contains a map of that part of the city surrounding the Normal, and also much useful information for the student. The association held several very enjoyable entertainments during the past year, among which were a Colonial Reception, and a lecture by a native woman of India. The watchword of the association is “Usefulness. May it ever prosper and carry on its mission. 83 EEEE EEHM Director .... Miss Hannah Cuniuff President .... . Reginald Sanders Vice-President Eugene Prior Secretary .... . Ma� el Vincent Treasurer Mary Marsiiek The Glee Club is one of the oldest institutions of the school. It was organized in 1X85. with seventy members. At first the Society met on Saturday of each week of the school year, at 1 .30 I’. M. Later, meetings were held on Thursday evenings at 7 o’clock. The Club now meets every Tuesday afternoon at 4:10. At present the society has about eighty able members. The first two quarters of the school year, the meetings wore under Miss Moore’s direction; the cantata entitled Joan of Arc was begun, and The Recessional was practised. After Miss Moore’s departure, her place was filled by-Miss Hannah ( undifT. Miss CundifT was supervisor of scliools in Madison, and came here highly recommended. I he society has made great progress under her efficient direction. I he concert given on May - 3 under her management was a very successful one; the program was a varied one. 'I’he members of the club gave portions from Joan of Arc : Mendelssohn s Hear My Prayer,” and Love and Spring. The women’s chorus sang the spinning chorus from Wagner’s. Plying Dutchman . Solos by Miss CundifT were very much enjoyed. The men’s chorus also rendered several selections. We have good cause to be highly satisfied with our work, and hope that succeeding years will bring about results even better than ours. 85 Doing the Best We Can Again Commencement sun rises on high noon. Again we scent the roses of another June, Again on trembling lips, the parting word Kelticlant hangs, all hut unheard; And so between the greetings and good-byes— The memories and hopes that glisten in the eyes— We mix in somewhere, nor lecture-style nor long, The simple words of an old heart-out song: Some arc high, and some arc I mu, Some go cast, and some go 'vest, Rich or poor, no ill befalls •'� « or her who does his best. In God's balance lightly swing all wealth and birth. They look in vain down backward paths for worth. Some have burnished blades tempered of fire and cold, Broken, or nicked, or dull the blade you hold; But Oh what a mighty fight in the midst of the battle's din, valiant heart with even a broken blade may win. High s low and low is high. As far as Hast is from the IVcst, ■Is wid•’ as nadir and zenith are. Is failure from him ’who does his best. Roses and thorns, or thorns alone Duty comes oft in failure drest, Behind the shadows shines the light For hint who simply does his best. W. C. It. 86 The Oratorical Association President Vice-President Bkrt V. VVeij.5 Alma Bohlmaxn Marie Sherburne Ret.ikald Sanders Secretary Treasurer 'The Oratorical Association has had a better active membership this year than it has had for several years. A large number of students became active mcmltcrs, and the meetings were well attended. Under its auspices were held three of the important events of the school The prelim-ary oratorical contest was held February 8. Six people entered the contest,—Garret A. Stcl-sel. whose oration was. A Plea for an Increase in the American Navy.” Bert V. Wells. “The Crucible of the Nations. Mary Marshck, Nathan Male, Anthony Nimtz. Robert R. Lee. Meta L. Leuthold, Morse, the Inventor,” and William Wulk. Roosevelt.” The judges gave Bert Wells first place. Garret A. Stclsel. second, and Anthony Nimtz. third. Mr. Wells, accompanied by a party of twelve, went to Superior to the Inter-Normal contest. Mr. Stelsel and Mr. George Wchrwcin represented the Oshkosh school in the business meeting. Mr. Wells did excellent work at Superior, and the school is proud of him. The fact that he was surpassed by but one-twelfth of a point shows the closeness of the contest, and the attitude of the whole audience after the contest showed that they expected a victory for Oshkosh. As alternate, Mr. Wells represented the state at the inter-state contest held at Macomb. May 5. The Stevens Point debate was held at Stevens Point this year, and resulted in another victory for Oshkosh. 'The trip was managed by the Association, and the large number of students that went to hear the debate was very gratifying. It shows that Oshkosh has school spirit is alive to her traditions. The Illinois debate was the last event. This was held at Oshkosh, May 15. 88 Carrel Stelsel, Second Place Anthony I.. Ximts, Third Place William iVulk Ben W. Wells, First Place if ary Mar stick Meta I.cut hold (5= =9 TO SUPERIOR Gitchc Manito. the Mighty. Came to me last night in visions As 1 lay there, restless, thinking. Thinking, dreaming of the morrow. Of the morrow at Superior. Why art thou so restless, thinking Of the morrow at Superior? 1 shall reveal thee. I shall tell thee What will happen at the contest. Then lie spoke and said in this wise: On the shores of Gitchc Gurnee. On the roaring Big Sea Water Stands the city of SiijK-rior, Stands the busy, bustling city. There the tribes of men had gathered. Gathered from the seven Normals, Of the region great and mighty. Of the State of Roaring Water. Of the State of old Wisconsin. Came the Deutschers from Milwaukee. With their orator, warrior Belgian; Tribes of Platteville and Whitewater, And the tribe of River Falls. Came also the Stevens Pointers. With their tall, strong man, the Carleton: He was in debate defeated By the great team of the Oshkosh. By the warriors Wells and Bohlmann, And the mighty Shufflebotham. Full of wrath and vengeance came lie To take the scalp of Oshkosh's warrior. Front the shores of Winnebago. Of the tribe of old Chief Oshkosh Came the band of White and Golden With their warrior called Bert Wells. Truly small of stature was he. Small of stature, but, oh. my! In the evening were assembled. In the great wigwam assembled. All these tribes and all these warriors. For the contest of orations. hirst the tribes together shouted. Shouted, songs of war and war cries, ‘Ours is the best oration. •Our man will win tonight Then the warriors in the contest Spoke, some with quaking knees and voices. Others strong and clear and mighty. But when the Oshkosh warrior Rose in turn to speak his message. All the wigwam great was hushed; ‘Truly small of stature is lie Said the trilies; the Oshkosh's nodded. ‘Small of stature, but. oh. my!’ Then lie stood before the people, Then he spoke forth his great message. Filled the wigwam with his message. Till it burst forth o’er the city As of thunder in the mountains; And its wild reverberations Sped o'er the waves of Gitchc Guniee. Till the Pictured Rocks re-echoed. Till the Canadian Forests echoed. ‘The Crucible of the Nations Then the old men, called the judges. Pondered long and pondered deeply. Hardly could decide the matter. Which one was the U-st oration. For the maiden from Superior Had a message strong and mighty On a Type of Womanly Greatness. And to her the prize was given. But the warrior of old Oshkosh Was not far tiehind this maiden; To him second place was given By the margin of a twelfth. I iomeward came the Oshkosh people. Still rejoicing and exulting. For their warrior received the praises And the plaudits, and good wishes Of the great throng there assembled In that great wigwam assembled At this contest at Superior. 90 Stevens Point Team Ena L. C. Sumnicht Pan Hughes Mien Whcelock Junior Debate Affirmative........................Oshkosh Negative...........................Stevens Point QUESTION—Resolved: That the United States restrictions on Immigration should he the same for Japanese as for Europeans. Debate held at Stevens Point, April 17. 1908. Decision of judges, two to one in favor of affirmative. Oshkosh Team Illinois Team Jilijah I'.. I Williams Charles ’. (V Hearn Harrison Hassell Inter-State Debate Affirmative.................Oshkosh Negative....................Normal, Illinois QUESTION—Resolved: That Japanese laborers should he prohibited from entering the United States. Oshkosh Team Afonin Duel Marie Shufflebotham Harrison Wood V2 Phi lake an Team Reginald Sanders Charles Schime! William Jacques Philakean-Lyceum Debate QUESTION -Resolved: That Congress should adopt laws providing for the gradual reduction, and at the end of ten years, the abolition of all protective tariffs. Affirmative................................Lyceum Negative...................................Philakean Lyceum Team Clifford Granger Adolph Kasda 93 Arthur McArthur Phoenix Team Lawrence Peterson Bessie O. Laois Joseph Konop Phoenix-Lyceum Debate QUESTION—Resolved: That labor disputes in the United States should he settled by compulsory arbitration. Affirmative.................Phoenix Negative ...................Lyceum Lyceum Team Iiverett H irsch Anne Bottensek 94 Launce Parker A lethean-Philakean Declaimers Harrell Si rise I. Second Place Ehcra Ape! linein . I. I ’oss, Third Place Florence Spalding, First Place Anthony Simtz Gladys Stillman 95 A SONG OF VICTORY On the shores of Winnebago Stands the Normal of the Oshkosh Famous for its great debaters. Famous for its strong men. athletes. And its mighty orators. On the sixteenth day of April From this Normal forth there sallied Three strong men with arms and war paint. To debate their sister Normal. To debate the Stevens Pointers. On this morning all the Oshkosh Sang their war songs, gave their cries. Yelled they for their great debaters. Shouted forth the “Ole Olson. And the Nigga Hoe Potato.” On the next day, on the morrow Forth went thirty youths and maidens To the Point, to see this contest. To sec this battle of debaters. Among them were some great ball players. Warriors skilled in basketball. Wished they much to play the Pointers. Only just to have more practice. For the game with the Faculty. Also went the three big speakers. Duel, Wood and ShufTlebotbam. Who will in the merry May-time Hattie with the Illinois. Pleasant was the journey onward. Pleasant was the air of springtime. And the Oshkosh felt exulting. Feeling sure of victory. At Stevens Point brave warriors met them. And with banners white and golden Marched they to the place of battle. Marched they to the Normal school. There they saw the chorus practice. Of the songs and yells, the practice, To the rhetoricals they listened. How is grown the delicious coffee, How the drink is best prepared. Saw they. too. the domestic science. Saw also the strawberry shortcake That was eaten by Big Chief Small. Hut the athletes were disappointed. For the players, the Stevens Pointers. Would not play them. no. they could not. So they had all kinds excuses. Even when warrior Delaney Suggested a big game of baseball. In the evening in the wigwam Were assembled the tribes of people. Trilies of Stevens Point and Oshkosh. With their banners and their veils. Many banners, white and golden. O'er the Oshkosh tribe there floated. Hardly was there seen a banner Floating o’er the Stevens Pointers. At which all the Oshkosh wondered. Then, as the warriors of both parties. With their books and charts o’er-Ioaded, Came upon the debating rostrum. Ix ud and clamorous were the yells. Then the old men, called the judges. With grave looks and wise demeanor Solemnly took the scats assigned them. Then the Pointer Yenadizzies. They the sweetest of musicians. Played a song of war and contest. Big Chief Sims spoke words of greeting. Bidding all the Oshkosh welcome. Big Chief Small, of the tril e of Oshkosh. Spoke in gracious words and language. Thanking all the Stevens Pointers For their gen’rous, cordial welcome. Then George Caine of Oshkosh warriors Thundered forth his claim of justice. All the nations should Ik' welcome To the land of free and equal. To the great America. Stevens Pointer warrior maidens. Miss Sumnicht and Miss Whcelock, And the warrior Daniel Hughes. Held that the Jap is a race inferior. That their coining be restricted By this land, our country. Warrior Spcrbcck, Warrior Billings. Showed by chart, and speech, and gesture. That the counsel of these warriors, Of these Stevens Pointer warriors. Was not wise for us to follow. And the old men, called the judges. Did not waver long nor ponder. But decided in an instant That the Oshkosh counseled better. After shouting and war dancing. All the tril es in the gym” were gathered. Smoked the pipe of peace together. Talked the whole fierce battle over. And at length departed homeward. Shouting farewell words and yells To Big Chief Sims and all his Council. Dark and rainy was the journey. But the Oshkosh felt no terror, As they walked to the train, exulting. Walked and talked of victory. 96 PUBLICATIONS Kcnft« r Martr S iutfltbothaiii A in ami a I ’crmcycn Marie Sherburne A I) V A N C F. S T A F F l)ora Kennedy Alma C. Huehen Marvin Duel HerI IV. Wells Morgan Davies William IVulk . Inna Vcicrson George Ritter l.i’.ali Guessenhainer George 11 'e mrein The Normal Advance Kditor-in-Chicf Assistant Editor Infield Outfield Associations Exchange Athletics Humorous Poet Artists Business Manager Assistant Manager Bkrt W. Wells . Marik Shuffi.ebotiiam George Wkhkwf.ix . Marie Siikriu rnk Anna J. Peterson . 1.11.. II Gl'ESSEN MAINER Morga n Davies . Alma C. Hitmen Amanda J. Verm even t Dora C Kennedy I William E. Wulk George Ritter . Morvin M. Duel Tile Advance is now in .the fourteenth year of its existence. Since its founding it has aimed to represent the student body of the Oshkosh Normal -the school spirit, aims, and ideals of the school as well as their literary productions. It has been the aim of the staff this year to make the Advance the students' jiaper more than ever before. Its pages were to he the arena for open discussion of students' problems. This aim has ! een accomplished in the publication of the various letters and communications from the alumni and students, which discussed matters, such as student credits, student control and management of the outside activities. Several interesting letters from the alumni were also published. The first number, the September issue, was a Memorial numlier. the whole issue being devoted entirely to the memory of our late President Halsey. After that, the regular issue was published. The Advance closes another year of work in a prosperous, financial condition, and the present staff goes out with the hope that the future Advances may grow and prosper as the school grows and advances. •)9 QUIVER STAF F The Students’ 11 and book Oik- of the first good friends that a new student makes on entering the Normal is the Students’ Handbook. On the opening week of school, you see hundreds of both old and new students tenderly turning the pages of this little volume. Not only is it valuable at the beginning of the year, hut also thruout the year, coming to your aid when you least expect it. It not only gives information regarding the faculty, places for room and board, map of the city, etc., hut also tells you where to buy your clothes and have your laundry done. The worth of this little l ook cannot he described in words. Every student has seen the time when it was invaluable to him. It is published under the auspices of the Students' Christian Association, and most assuredly it is a Christian work. 101 Junior-Senior Basketball (lame I sot the dear old Normal yet. It ' ivied walls, its stately towers. And who that knew it could forget The gym. where many joyous hours In dance and basketball we spent. Whene'er our worthy janitor With foresight keen and good intent Did bail the water from the tioor.— And some of swimming | ooIs deprive. While some from watery graves contrive To spare. One day in morning exercise. Arose our honored president. And spake in accents clear and wise. I ’spose 'tis very evident To Juniors and Seniors both, lint to inferior classmen all Let me some information give. A glorious game of basketball Between the girls of these two teams To-night five minutes after four. Be sure to sec: and you will find A relaxation for the mind. If either team’s not on the floor. As has been said, five after four. That team shall then have forfeited Yhe right to play: and shall instead Most iguominiouslv own defeat.” Thus spoke he of “constructive mind.” The time was conic; the crowd was still. Thru us passed an anxious thrill. The Juniors were on the field. But Seniors.- will you the vict’ry yield? Let Juniors the scepter wield? '1 tie crowd cheers Annis. And yells for Gladys. And now it, too. for Avis calls. Oh. woe. ve Seniors. The moments are fleeting; 'I'oo soon, too soon ’Tis five after four The Setiiors were cowards The Juniors have triumphed; With loud exultation re-echo the walls. In truth the Seniors well may say. “ ’Tis only he that stays away. Who lives to fight another day.” 102 Athletic Association President l;ootl all Manager Basketball Manager Baseball Manager Track Manager Tennis Manager Secretary Treasurer Director of Athletics V. C. Hewitt Morgan Davies Frank Nimt . Bernard Meyer Anthony Nimt Mabel Vincent Marie Sh t fflebotha m M. 11. Small Walter McMillan At the beginning of the school year, the Faculty Committee on Athletics took the stand ■ 'o money, no athletics.” A plan similar to that of last year was adopted, viz:—Each student was called upon to pay one dollar for a ticket admitting him to all games held under the auspices of the Association. In this way money enough was collected to carry out a very successful year of athletics. The Association has been unusually strong, in that every department is headed by a competent manager. Strength at the head always insures an abundant chance for victory in the end. It was with much sorrow and regret that we saw Vincent C. Poor, our beloved coach, leave for Ann Arbor. Michigan. He had only been at the helm one year, but his ability and worth were well recognized by the school. Mis place was ably fdled by Walter McMillan, former captain and star of the Monmouth College football and baseball teams, lie helped us defeat Lawrence in football and basketball, and he is now coaching a winning baseball team. Let everybody put his “shoulder to the wheel” and make next year’s team a factor in state athletic circles. 104 Winners of the 0 Football, 1907 . George P. Wolf Don P. Birdsall JOSEPH 11AYES Albert Trojahn Mathias X. Pit Raymond E. Bilungs Walter J. Arnold Cm as. P. Wolf Martin Ruckweed Bernard K. Meyer Prank J. Worachek Frank Nimtz (Captain) William Nolan Ervin A. Voss Basketball, 1907-8 Frank Nimtz Charles Wolf Pai l K. Stoi.lberg Edward Turner Edward Pruciia Bernard Meyer Baseball, 1907 William Wulk Bernard Meyer ili.iam Dai.y Ervin Voss Fred Martin-Emmet Doyi.e FIRST F O O T H A LL Si) V A I) Football Football started out this year with more than ordinary interest and enthusiasm. Of last year’s team, Ximtz. Birdsall. Pit . ami (I. Wolf were hack; Trojahn, Arnold. Ruckweed. Nolan, and Voss. of last year’s second team, were out: and Billings. Worachek. C. Wolf, and Hayes were valuable additions. These men got out with � ro|H-r spirit and worked for long, hot hours during August and Scptcmlier. getting into shape for a hard schedule. The first game of the season was played with Appleton High School. The game was played on a muddy field, and altho outclassed, the High School lads put up a plucky light. The next game was with the local Highs. This contest was a magnificent specimen of genuine football. The slightly superior weight of our team was evened up by the long football training of the High School team. The struggle ended 6 to o in favor of the Normal. The third game on our home grounds was against the supposedly invincible Carroll College team, who boasted that they would wipe the earth with the farmer aggregation at Oshkosh. They carried home their sick and wounded to the tune of 30 to 5 in favor of Oshkosh. After three successive victories on the home grounds, our Iwys left one cloudy Saturday morning for Stevens Point, the home of fair damsels and hardy football players. Many were the victories here won. Of minor importance was the football victory of 18 to o. for after a hearty supper, those who were able, hobbled to the gymnasium and. ah well! just ask Davies. Hartley. Leukcl, or Mr. Poor. Our players will never forget the bravery of Joe Hayes on that memorable night. The least said the better, for Joe has retrieved himself since. The next game was an unfortunate one, for altho our boys outplayed Beloit at many stages of the game. Dame Fortune, in the shape of a referee and a very smooth ball, seemed bound to make our In-'t game a defeat. But the supper after that game at Beloit took off most of the sore spots. And a remarkable trip home, in which delays, wrecks, and all other pleasant railroad experiences took place, stamped this game upon our memories too deeply to Ik quickly erased. 107 The next trip to Watertown to play Northwestern wa not exactly pleasing to anyone Imt Watertown. Why? Because, well, you know---------we lost. How badly? Don't ask. But our plucky little team didn’t lose heart. The most important game of the season was yet to he played. Hard work and a quiet determination on the part of every man to retrieve the defeats of the past two weeks, made a team which could not be easily defeated. Ah! it was inspiring to see Sherger. Lawrence's star man. conic upon the field without taking off his sweater-vest. And that smile.—well, it came off with the vest at the beginning of the second half: but it was too late. Sherger lost that game for I-awrcncc. For the first time since ttkjq. Oshkosh Normal celebrated a victory in football over this old rival. And what a celebration it was. Manager Davies says that 150 dry goods boxes, as many barrels, and very nearly as many gallons of kerosene were contributed to that fire, ami incidentally many students contributed 10 cents. Too much praise cannot l� e lavished on this team, who worked so nobly in spite of two had defeats. They well deserved the turkey dinner given at the Athearn by Mr. Luther Davies. Back of every team there lies a person or two who is not seen and is rarely heard save upon the practice field or in the dressing room. Our team had a manager and a director who could not he duplicated very easily anywhere. Here's to Davies and the coach! Regular Team SAME ARNOLD .. BILLINGS .. BIRDSALL . HAVES .... MEYER .... XI M l . . NOLAN .... PIT ...... TROJAHN . VOSS ..... WORACHEK WOLF. C. .. WOLF, G. .. POSITION PLAYED NO. OF GAMES Right Half Back ........................ 2l i Left Tackle ............................ 7 Right Tackle ........................... 6 .Left Guard ............................ 7 Right Half Back ........................ 5 Quarter Back (Captain) ................. 7 End .................................... z' Right Guard ............................ 7 Center ................................. 7 End .................................... 2 Left Half Back ......................... 7 Left End ............................... 5 Full Back .............................. ? CLASS ’07 09 •08 '11 •08 ‘08 09 07 '10 08 ’08 ’to 07 Games Played September 28—Oshkosh 28, Appleton High School o. October 5—Normal 6, High School o. October 12—Oshkosh .to. Carroll College 5. October 19—Oshkosh 18. Stevens Point o. October 26—Oshkosh 6. Beloit College 18. November 2—Oshkosh o. Northwestern j8. November 9—Oshkosh 12. Lawrence 11. Total—Oshkosh 100. Opponents 82. Second 'Team OAKS (End) DALEY (Right Half Back) IIURKA (Tackle) SLADKY (Full Back) LEARNED (Tackle) LEl’KEL (Guard) DURR A NT (End) ZETSCHE (Guard) ALLEN (End)-DAVIS (Cenetr) SPERBECK (Quarter. Capt.) STOLLBERG L. Half Back) REED (Center. End) STELSEll (Tackle) DUEL (End) 10«� The Team l,’KANK NIMTZ ( Nitchie”). Quarter Hack and Captain..............................144 lb This fleet-footed young player, who was on the team of iqc � . and was elected captain of the 1907 team, proved to Ik- one of the best captains we have had for some years. He always thinks clearly and acts quickly in running' the team in a name, and the success of the team was largely due to his energetic work. BERNARD MEYER (“Tough”), Right Half Back.........................................152 lbs. When Meyer got out for practice last fall, it was the first time he had ever been arrayed in football t«� gs. In spite of hi- inexperience, he worked hard and developed into an excellent half back. Bemy was the chief heart-cracker” of the team, and he hrot hack many trophies from the fair maidens of Stevens Point and Watertown. Mis s|K 'ialty was buying gum at Beloit. FRANK WORACHEK ( Worry ). Left Half Back.........................................150 lbs. Worachek is a player who has had some football experience in High School, lie is a steady, consistent player, and can always he relied upon. He is a strong man in the interference and always tears off a good gain when he carries the ball. GEORGE WOLF ( Big Wolf), Full Back...............................................175 lbs. Br’er Wolf. the big. ripping, plunging full back, was the man who always caused the opposing center and guards to chew the sod. When George started on one of his line smashes, it seemed as if a big thunder! olt had l een turned loose -and w«h unto him who tried to stop it. CHARLES WOLF ( Little Wolf”). Left End...........................................14 � • Altho Little” is Big's baby brother, in football matters they are just about equal. Charlie held down left end in a manner that made the enemy tremble in their shin-guards. Very seldom did a run around his end net many yards for the opposing team. As for the forward pass,—well, he was certainly the candy kid on that question. RAYMOND BILLINGS ( Josh ). Left Tackle...........................................17 lbs. When the signal for a tackle play was called, this stalwart young war horse would waltz down the gridiron with the ball as if he were out on a summer picnic. The fact that iour or five Stevens Pointers were hanging on to his belt and any other place where they could get a good hold, did not seem to trouble him at all. Mis playing was especially noticeable in the Stevens Point game. when, time after time, he made gains of twenty and thirty yards. He also did some good work after the game, holding down the chairs at the dance in the gym. JOSEPH HAYES ( Old Black Joe ). Left Guard.......................................153 � • Now just think of it! Any man who would fight against eleven husky Stevens Point football players for two hours in the afternoon, and then 1h- put to flight by a little Steven Point maiden at eleven o'clock the same evening—well, that’s what Joe did. However, lie made good with the lady later on, when he went to Stevens Point with the debaters. In a football game, he was certainly a whirlwind; and there are many men who have played against him who will agree to it. ALBERT TROJAHN ( Old Trojahn”). Center...........................................158 11 . This is the man who took care of Sherger and tucked him to rest in his downy cradle. This is the man who made Sherger get down and wipe that smile off. This is the man who was always out for practice. This is the man who is captain of next year’s team. This is Trojahn. MATTHIAS PIT . ( Fat”). Right Guard........................................... .185 H� . Pitz was a cheerful, good-.natured young giant who always had a smile on his face, lie evidently followed the old adage which says. Laugh and grow fat. He did both. He was like one of these puncture-proof toy balloons which always 1m I up serenely and are ready for some more hard pounding. DON BIRDSALL ( Honey”). Right Tackle.............................................156 lbs. Birdsall was the veteran of the team, as it was hi third successive year. He was especially good on defensive work, and it was rarely that our opponents could make a hole thru his position. He was also good at carrying the ball. He i fast on his feet and uses his head well during a game. “Honey” was among those who tucked away an extra supply of ice cream at Beloit. 110 MARTIN RUCKNVEED ( Rucky”), Right End............................................l44 ||)S. Ruck was one of the men from the second team of 1906. By hard work he won his place at end and he developed into a good man for the position. He played a hard, fighting game, and always gave a good account of himself. The only trouble with him was that he was too unsuspicious,—especially when Herny told him about the ''gum at Beloit. WALTER ARNOLD ( Shorty ), Substitute Half Back...................................140 lbs. Arnold put up a strong fight for one of the halves, but he was somewhat handicapped by his light weight. He made up for this, however, by his speed and his ability to hit the line hard. He was a good man to take on trips, liccause he was always handing out a line of jollv to the other fellows in the bunch. ILLIAM NOLAN ( Billy ). Substitute End and Quarter Back • . . 135 || s. Billy was the big bug on the Stevens Point trip. He used to live there, and so lie knew all the nice girls, and so all the fellows stuck to Billy.” and so he introduced all the fellows to all the nice girls. He played good ball and was a nifty little end. altho he was pretty light. ERVIN VOSS ( Vossy ). Substitute End.............................................136 lbs. Voss was an experienced player, having played on the 1906 team. He is fast and plays a consistent game. He was only able to play for part of the season, but while he was out for practice, he put up a strong fight for end. MORGAN DAVIES ( Davidson?)........................................................... 300” Our manager, altho he didn’t play in the games of the team, played the game from start to finish. He could not be excelled lor his good care of his team, and for the ability with which he met trying situations. He deserves his share of the credit of our winning team. VINCENT C. POOR ( Coach ). Mr. Poor, who coached the team for nearly the whole season, deserves the highest commendation for the work which he did. From an unpromising bunch of material, he developed the best team we have had for years. Altho his manner of coaching was quiet and did not consist of much shouting and arm-waving, he obtained results, and that's the thing that counts. Mr. Poor was very popular with the boy$. and they were all sorry to sec him leave. WALTER MacMILLAN ( Pete ). After Mr. Poor left, the team took a sudden slump and were defeated by Northwestern. Mr. MacMillan, who arrived to take Mr. Poor’s place, consequently had a good, big job on his hands, for on the following Saturday we were to play Lawrence. The way in which he brot the team up during that week was certainly wonderful. He worked constantly and vigorously, and as a result, the 1-awrence colors were dragged in the dust. For this reason, to sav nothing of many others, we all say, “Three cheers for Petct. Second ' 'cam In order to have a good first team, a second or reserve squad is an absolute necessity. I bis year the work of the reserve squad deserves more than passing notice. They came out the first night for practice, and every night after that till the end of the season, even tho they were defeated nearly every time they played. This year some very good material was developed. Stollbcrg showing exceptional quickness and cleverness. Oaks, Daley. Learned. Durrani. Sladky, Lcukel. and Sperbcck deserve special mention for their work. Ill S E C O N I) T E A M . Basket Ball Basketball is beyond a doubt one of the popular branches of the school's athletics. The season opened with four of last year’s first team back in school, N'imtz. Meyer, Turner, and Arnold. Prttcha and Stollbcrg, two High School players from Two Rivers, and Delaney and C. Wolf, made the prospects of a good basketball season very bright. Altho the fir t team lost more games than it won, the fact must not l c lost sight of that the teams to whom they lost were among the best in the country, Appleton High School. Bushey’s Business College, Co. M.. of Oconto, and I-ake Forest University, being the teams that defeated us. Our team was strong enough, tho. to administer another good dose of defeat to the fast Lawrence University team. They came down here as in football, sure of victory, and were given a 23 to t6 trouncing. The playing was fast thruout the whole game. Both teams had fine team work. Lawrence started in with a rush, and it looked as if everything was going their way. But our boys settled down, and from the last part of the first half till the end of the game. Law renee was outplayed at every stage of the game. The game played with Stevens Point was won by our boys, and was a good exhibition of basketball outside of the fouling on both sides. Our team joined a league of four teams in the city, consisting of teams from the High School, V. M. C. A., and the alumni of the High School. The games were played Monday evenings. Our team won every game it played against these teams. Several enjoyable trips were taken this year. Appleton. Oconto, Marion, and Shawano being visited. The last game of the season was played with I-ake Forest University. We were defeated by a score of 35 to 30. The game was very fast and interesting, and a game which no N’or-malite ought to be ashamed to lose. A class tournament was arranged for this year as last, but with each team to play three games in place of seven, as last year. The Sophomores won first place, with the Juniors second. Liudhohn. '09, and Peterson, To. made a very good showing and should be candidates for next year's first team. Prior. '08, Caine. '09. and Learned, To, showed up especially well at guard. Wulk, '08. and Daley, To. at forward, were very good. Wood. ’08. G. Wells, '09. and Granger, '09. deserve special mention. The tournament developed some very good material this year, and with some of the first team back in school, the prospects for next year are very bright. 113 IV V First Team NAME POSITION ARNOLD ................Left Guard ........ DELANEV ...............Center ............ MEYER .................Right Guard ....... NIMTZ..................Center ............ PRl’CHA................Right and Left Guard .. STOLLBEKG .............Left Forward . TURNER ................Right Forward . WOLF ..................Right and Left Forward (JAMES PLAYED .... l‘ j 7 6 7 454 6yi b'A Games Played DATE OPPONENTS WHERE PLAYED Jan. to .... ... 18 Appleton High School .. ...35 Appleton Jan. it . ... .. .31 Bushev’s Business College. ...71 Appleton Jan. 24 .... .. .26 Stevens Point ...14 Oshkosh Jan. 31 .... ...23 I-awrcncc Oshkosh Fel . 14 ...29 Appleton High School .... ..•37 Oshkosh Feb. 15 .. .12 Co. M. of Oconto .. .31 Oconto Mar 6 Oshkosh. ... 19 Shawano City Team .. .16 Shawano Mar. 7 ..38 Marion Citv Team Marion Mai. 12 . ... Oshkosh. . Lake Forest • • -35 Oshkosh Oshkosh.. .226 Opponents . .261 Hoys ’ Tournament TEAMS (JAMES PLAYED WON LOST PKR( KSTALE Sophomores 3 3 0 IOOO Juniors 2 2 1 .667 Seniors 3 1 2 •333 Freshmen 3 0 3 .000 115 SOPHOMORE BOYS I rack Track work seems to Ik- a dying form of athctics in the Oshkosh Normal. Wc would probably be up in arms if such an accusation came front outside the school, but it is the truth. A school that can put up as good a football team, basketball team and baseball team as we can. certainly ought to be able to hold its own in track work. The fault lies in the fact that there seems to be little or no spirit aroused in favor of it. If the student body would show a little more enthusiasm in all lines of athletic sports it would help the teams. With encouragement from our backers, to give heart for training, wc ought to develop a team capable of holding its own with Lawrence the same as wc can in football and basketball. We have the material both in men and apparatus. It is a shame that a school of as much athletic importance as this, cannot put a track team in the field this year. It is true that we are handicapi cd by not having an athletic field close by, but do not others suffer this same disadvantage? Last year a few faithful men got out and worked without any particular support and altlto they did not win any great honors for the school, they deserve a great deal of credit. This year, there has been no effort to get out or to get anyone out for this important branch of athletics. In former years Oshkosh Normal has been represented in meets thruout the country and has won them. She has seen as much interest taken in track work as in baseball or anything else. Why this is not true at present is hard to understand. Shall the student body let this time honored branch of athletics die out in favor of the other more spectacular branches? This branch of athletics antedates baseball, football or basketball. It was a favorite pastime with the ancient Greeks and Romans and is as popular in the colleges today as ever. The colleges take more interest in the track than in baseball and wc should at least give it our respectful attention. Let the fact, that all that can be said for track this year is that there is nothing being done, serve as a lesson for the future. I-et future Quivers contain the records of track teams that credit the school. Lei every future student help make these teams a success. If this is done, then the purpose of this page is accomplished. 117 BASEBALL T E A M Manager Captain Catchers Pitchers First Base Second Base Third Base-Short Stop Right Field Center Field Left Field Baseball . . . Rkrnard Mf.yer . . . . Wll.I.IAM Wm.K | Voss . . Pktkkson I Gau i Daly . . Tl'RSKR I Wolf . B. NIevrr . VVulk . . . . Mokkissky . STot.i.nKKt; . Trojaiix . Matticf. . . . . I.l NI'IIOI.M Spring is here. Nature with all its beamy has returned. With it returns the sound of the bat. The great national game is greeted by everyone. A rousing welcome was given it by the school. A great interest has Ik-cii shown in the game by the students. AI out twenty-five players were out for practice as soon as the campus was dry. During the season any position is open for competition by any member of the school. Much good material has resulted from weeding out. We have a team that we can be proud of and in fact, one of the best that has ever represented this school. One thing has been decidedly against baseball this Spring and that is the weather. Continual rain has made practice almost impossible and this accounted for our defeat by Lawrence on May 13 by a score of 11 to 5. Many more games are scheduled, and all unite in wishing for a victorious season. m The faculty team this year played two games in place of one as formerly; the first game with the local High School Faculty team and the second with the Seniors. The first game was played in the gymnasium on March 28. Altho our faculty had everything their own way, the game was interesting and amusing. Professors Summers and Bush gaining the greatest amount of attention by their attraction to one another. The gymnasium was filled with' a large and very enthusastic crowd. Haislcy played the best game for the High School team while Professor McMillan, President Keith and Professor Clematis played exceptionally well for our team. Arthur Learned ’to played in Professor Small's place as the latter was injured in practice. As a curtain raiser the Senior team of the High School played our Senior team. Our Seniors won by a score of 33 to 30. The game was very close and full of good playing on the part of both teams. The second game, the annual Faculty-Senior game was played in the gymnasium on April 20. The game was very close and was nip and tuck till the latter part of the second half when Professor Small was hurt: from that time on till the end the Seniors hail things their own way and easily won. The game was marked by good team work on both sides. Prior and Wulk did the best tor the Seniors, while Professors McMillan and CIcmans were the leading stars in the Faculty line-up. Granger ’09 played in President Keith's position and Lindholm ' 59 relieved Professor Small. The line-ups for the two games were as follows: A’annul Fatuity McMillan . . , Center Keith , . . Forward Clemans . . , Forward . Summers . . . Guard Learned . . . Guard Score 30 to 14 in favor of the Normal Faculty. Fatuity McMillan . . . Center Clemans . . Forward Small and Lindholm Forward Summers . . . Guard . Granger . . . Guard Final score 23 to 13 in favor of the Seniors. High School Faculty Atherton Preston Hardy Bush Haisley Seniors Jones and Delaney Wood Wulk Prior Zetsche and Jones 120 Athletics 1907-08 At the Iteginning of the season, quite an interest was taken in tennis, and girls' teams were started for play on special nights. These, however, were given up as the basketball season drew nigh. The girls' inter-class tournament in basketball was a very successful one. The Juniors were the lucky bearers of the cup of victory. The championship was won when they defeated the Sophomores in a hard-contested game on February 20. Gladys Stillman was manager of the entire tournament. The captains of the different teams were as follows: Seniors.........................Sadie Heckekt Juniors ........................Clara Fitzgerald Sophomores . ... Ora Lelakd Freshmen........................Majel Bcckstaek The following are the scores of the games: January 17—Freshmen 9. Sophomores 32. January 24—Juniors won from Seniors by default. January 30—Juniors 42, Freshmen 4. February 6—Freshmen 15, Seniors 6. February 13—Sophomores 35, Seniors 7. February 20—Juniors 9. Sophomores 6. 121 The line-up of the winning team consisted of: Forwards: Avis Fellows Gladys Stillman Mildred Annis Centers: Clara Fitzgerald (Captain) I.OKKTTO REILLY Catharine Clark Guards: I .itilk Freda Ai.u'ia Weidner Hi lda Hilling On April X), 1908. occurred an event, the like of which has never before conic to pass in the history of the school. The Faculty women were challenged to a game of basketball by the Senior girls, and on this evening, the game was played. Tlw following members of the Faculty played: Miss Breitkrei tz Miss Potter Miss Bkye Miss Ewing Miss Fisher Miss Rich Those who made up the Senior team were: Sadie H eckert (Captain) Retta Deici.er Florence Spalding May Barnard Hattie Cai.i.ies Ethel Smith The score was 1 to x) in favor of the Senior girls. The winners were given a spread, just as the champions of the basketball tournament had been given one in their honor. We are very pleased to note this step of progress on the part of the feminine sex. and hope that the good work will be kept up in the future. Mr. Hewitt is already preparing the tennis courts for the games, which will commence in a few weeks. Many girls are innterested in the proposed plans. The Trip to Gitchie Gurnee Early in the year, the students were entertained by the faculty and Students’ Christian Association at Mr. Summers’ resort. Gitchee Gurnee, on I-ake Winnebago. The purpose was to afford the new students an opportunity to become acquainted. The trip was made via the trolley line to the White City, and thence a mile farther on foot. There fires were built and the picnic supper was soon served, each faculty adviser presiding over his or her family group. After the bounteous feast, the members of the different groups proceeded to amuse themselves with drop the handkerchief, baseball, or boating, or by seeking sequestered spots. To some the White City, with its “figure eight. merry-go-round, and skating rink, was an attraction. On the homeward trip, the opinion prevailed that a most delightful time had been given us. We shall not soon forget the roast corn and sizzling bacon, the old stile, the pump at the roadside, or the new acquaintances. And for the pleasures thus enjoyed, we extend our thanks to those who so kindly made them possible. Senior-Junior Reception Just before the close of the first quarter, the Seniors, as is the custom each year, entertained the Juniors and Faculty at a reception, which was held in the gymnasium. The gym was decorated in an unusually attractive manner. As each guest entered, lie was presented with a walnut shell, which contained a slip of paper, indicating to which group of eight people he belonged. The groups assembled, and games were indulged in. Altho Mr. Hewitt’s group were in the gallery, they would have attracted attention anywhere by their original songs and their ability to make a noise. Refreshments were served, after which Mr. Hewitt entertained the company informally by displaying a new stock of tricks. After a jolly good time, everyone went home feeling that there was a social side to Normal life. A Normal Dance 1 went to a Normal dance last night And really it was a novel sight. For girls there were and all so fair, I entered the room with the greatest care. A chill of terror struck my heart. I thot 1 was in an unknown part. For not a man in the room did I see. An Eden for fair ones it seemed to be. 1 'nt all at once the maidens stirred. And then the strangest thing occurred. For here ami there beside a maid A man appeared as thn her shade. 'I'he music played, the dance liegan; The maidens waited not for man. But to their neighbors fair did say. I’ll have this dance, if I may. And out they danced upon the floor. Of men there were perhaps a score, And round and round the dancers went. Each one happy and content. When the dance had ended. And my homeward way I wended. I said to myself in happy tone. ‘‘Here’s to the girl who goes alone.” A. M. G, ’ot). Anti-Lonesome Social Each Thanksgiving there are about a hundred students who spend the vacation in Oshkosh. It was to take their thots away from home and to make them feel the real spirit of the time, that the Students’ Christian Association gave a social on Thanksgiving night. Each guest was given a card containing a painting of the proverbial gobbler and ten questions concerning Thanksgiving. A prize was given to the one who answered all of the questions rightly. Charades were presented, representing different members of the faculty and of the student body. Various games were played, after which the Philakean octet sang several songs. The evening passed very quickly and when the departing time came a decided Thanksgiving spirit was manifest. 124 Junior Reception The reception which Mr. Hewitt gave the Junior Class vas in keeping with his reputa tion as a jovial entertainer. On the appointed evening a large number of Juniors assembled at Mr. Hewitt’s home, where they were greeted by the president of the class, who presented them to Mr. and Mrs. Hewitt. Altho no one knew of it except Mr. Small, Mr. Hewitt is an expert at “sleight of hand wonders, and for some time he kept the class guessing and puzzling over the miraculous things which he did. An abundance of old-fashioned song books appeared, and the melody which ensued would have done credit to the Glee Club. Miss Annis was called upon for two declamations, which she delivered with her characteristic appropriateness. Later in the evening light refreshments were served, several old familiar songs were sung, and then the memhrs of the class departed, each one with the satisfaction which comes from an evening spent in such jolly company. Colonial Candy Sale One of the most unique receptions of the year was a colonial candy sale given by the V. V. C. A. on the eve of Washington’s birthday. Each boy was furnished with a cavalier’s hat made of blue paper and every girl wore an old-fashioned white colonial yoke. As each guest entered he was greeted by George and Martha Washington and then passed on to engage in sports and enjoy the sweets. A numl er of colonial dames were making candy over gas jets, while at each end of the gymnasium was a candy booth. The necessity of acting one’s part and of playing the gallant removed all restraint from the Normal lx ys and assisted them in making the ancient dames enjoy the occasion. The very atmosphere was jovial and each guest seemed to enter heartily into the spirit of the occasion. The crowning event was a grand march led by our proverbial grand master. Mr. Hewitt. A lethean-Philakean Contest Once more, on the evening of March 31. Alethcan came “in her might” prepared to meet Philakcan fair” in the annual declamatory contest. This event has l ecn a feature of inter-society work each year and has been characterized by the general feeling of good will between the societies. But the spirit of rivalry was very strong indeed as was shown by the spirited rendition of songs and yells, very ably led by Charles Schimel and Ethel Nolan. Now the yells of Ki-Ki—now the deeper tones of the Philakcan yell rent the air; the ringing tones of “Here’s to Alethcan’’ alternated with the ever present “Philakean’s on the bank: the sympathetic tones of the parody on “Be sweet to me. kid , followed by the “Of course you're only dreaming , of the Aletheans. After each society had vented its enthusiasm and exhausted its lung power. President Keith took charge of the program which was as follows: Song.......................... Her l;irst Appearance Massachusettes and South Carolina Sotlg ; Passing of the White Swan The Negro Race Song ... A Soldier of the Empire Eloquence of O’Connel Pit II.A KEAN QUARTETTE F.lvkka A pel A. Nimtz Pit II.A KF.AN QUARTETTE Florence Spalding Garret Stki.ski. A LETHEAN OtTET Gladys Stillman Erwin Voss Every number was very creditably given and received the applause it merited. The music was good and appreciated by the audience as well as by the two societies. It showed that they believed in making the most of the musical talent among them as well as the literary. After the judges had retired for their decision, the enthusiasm broke out afresh and the front of the auditorium was a veritable sea of red and gold pennants, which waved in tune to the clever song hits of the amateur composers of each society after what seemed an interminable tune. President Keith again appeared with the announcement that Philakcan had secured first place on points. In response to the vociferous cheering of Philakcan he added that the demonstration was a little previous as Alethcan had won first place with Miss Spalding's. Passim of the White Swan.” The contest ended with a grand march of the two societies around the auditorium and to their respective rooms. Each exulting in its own victory and heartily congratulating its rival. 125 The Philakean Play On January 19th 011c of the be t dramatic events of recent years was staged in the Normal Auditorium, when the Philakean Society, assisted by four young ladies of the school, presented “The Private Secretary. The Auditorium was packed to its utmost capacity with a large and enthusiastic audience, which showed it appreciation by frequent applause which was undoubtedly well deserved. The cast had spent months of hard work under the capable direction of Mr. Dresden, with the result that the performance, unlike that of most amateurs, went off with a vim and snap which took the- audience by storm. The play is one that contains many humorous situations and the caste brought these out to their best advantage. The Philakeans deserve much credit for their ability to score such a success in dramatic as well as in other lines. The cast was: John Marsland. a wealthy land owner Edith, his daughter . Harry Marsland. his nephew John MacDonald, just back from India Lawrence MacDonald, his nephew Charles Roberts, the private secretary Eva Webster. Edith’s chum Mrs. Dickson......................... Sarah Gildery, governess Gibson, a fashionable tailor George Armandale . I Patrick Woodford . I Peter, a servant Griff . . I Knox . . .� A Porter . Gentlemen. Sheriff's Officers. George P. Wolf . Avis Fellows Morgan Davies . Elmer Nycaari Anthony Niiitz . Walter Lei k el Olive Lori . Amanda P.ackon Gladys Stillman . Charles Schimki. John Palmer 1 Hiram Krebs Earl Spkrbeck Albert Brai n 1 Grant Wells . Hiram Krebs Director—IV Mack Dresden. Manager—Bert W. Wells. Lyceum Play •WHAT HAPPENED TO PARKER Fred Parker, a merchant . William Torrence, his partner Jeremiah Growler, a retired business man James Jones........................... Mr. Harrison, a capitalist from Chicago . Dr. Rogers............................ Police—Sergeant Ripley . Otto, a waiter........................ Vivian. Parker’s wife.................... Mildred Green, her maiden aunt Hebe Worthy. Growler’s niece Cora, maid at Parker’s .... Graham, a guard.......................... Sherman, a guard...................... Epgene Prior Carl Schal’ii D. H. Shepardson Lai’nce Parker Ewd. Prucha Wm. N. Skowlanii Adolph Kazda William Heilman Edith Carrier Catherine Clark Emma Cook Mai d Morin Everett C. Hirsch Clifford E. Granger Manager—1-red. C. Martin SETTING--Act I. Room in Parker’s Mat in Chicago. Act II. I-awn in front of Park Hotel at Waukesha. Act 111. Fred Parker’s Room in Park Hotel. Act IV. Same as Act II. The play proved a success financially as well as otherwise. The decorations, costumes, and the stage settings were exceptionally good. Every member of the cast did himself justice. Jones, with his flattering words. Hebe, in her quiet manner. Fred, with his initiating pranks. Vivian, in her forgiving way. Growler, with his distressing attitude, and Otto, with his jovial remarks for every happening, kept the audience in an agreeable humor. 126 An Apology “To see ourselves as others see us,” is no joke for ourselves, but it sometimes coaxes a smile over the countenance of others. And so. for the benefit of the many, we have honored you by pointing out a few of your deficiencies. Some have helped the world to progress by so doing; you may help toward a like end by standing as an example of what not to do. We are somewhat in the position of a woman who went to comfort a friend whose husband, a very profane and worthless fellow, had died. Standing with her arm about her friend, the woman said. Mary. John—was— a—very—very—tall man.” And so, if you find some of our darts to be apparently dartless, remember that this is our first experience, shed a tear for our inability, and pass on. 128 Regret Oil out evening I :it dreaming, and my thoiiKhls wore backward leaning. While I mused as did that melancholy hard of long ago. To whom, while he was napping, came that gentle tapping, tapping Of the el on bird, the stately bird, the raven grim and bold. . h! I thot. 'twas but a fancy that he saw that bird of yore. Just a dream, and nothing more. As the shadows dark were dancing, and the fire-light bright was glancing. Casting grim and direful figures on the ceiling, floor, ami wall: Mow I wished a friend were near me who might break this silence dreary. Who might break this charmed silence, who might check this phantom lore Stealing over all my senses, haunting as in days before: Ghostly phantom, nothing more. h. too well I knew this creature, knew its every phase and feature! As I closed my eyes and wailed, with my breath in terror bated. I could feel it drawing nearer, see it phantom form grow clearer! Round my heart its iev fingers crept and froze it to the core. Dire Regret had come a-calling. come to jeer as times before: Tis too late!” and nothing more. Then I knew this creature lingering, to my heart such sorrow bringing. Was the shade of old ambition, come upon a gloomy mission: Come to jeer me in my reverv, come to open that old memory Of my violin long neglected, of the happy days of yore. When Regret ne’er came a-rapping. came to open Memory’s door: Gloomy phantom, nothing more! Then from out its place of keeping, where for years it had been sleeping. Lifted I my violin—cherished friend it once had l� een.— And aliove it fondly leaning, saw the firelight on it gleaming. And my thoughts were turned far backward to those happy days of yore. While that gloomy guest before me entered in at Memory’s door. Said. ‘‘Too late!” and nothing more. nd I -at there deeply thinking, into past days sadly sinking. On my knee the violin resting, passive to my soft caressing. Uttering no words of cheer, as I watched its face so dear. Asking it to speak unto me as it had in days of yore. Days before my guest came knocking, knocking loud at Memory's door. Hut it whispered. Nevermore!” Ah! I cried, wilt nevermore sing to me as oft before. Never answer to my pleadings for your voice so softly breathing. Whispering in my listening ear. gentle words of love and cheer? Always wert thou sweet and tuneful, never still in days of yore: Wilt thou not yield to my pleading, speak to me as oft before? Moaned the violin. “Nevermore! 129 Then I rose ami laid the violin, laid the friend that once had been Always gentle, always kind, always to mv faults so blind. In it gloomy, ebon wrapping, where before it had been sleeping. Then I said, while tears were falling. Fan well to my friend of yore. From this last and dreamless sleeping, thou shall wake. ah. nevermore! And it echoed. Nevermore! Then my gloomy guest addressing, while my hand my heart was pressing. “Leave me now. () dire avenger, you need now no longer linger: Leave me now to rest from sorrow, let me sleep until the morrow; Take away vour haunting presence which recalls the days of yore: Let me close that secret chamber, let me lock that secret door. But it answered, Nevermore! —By Permission of Oshkosh “Index. I've wondered and pondered times not a few. If there be in this Normal anything new. So it you find jokes herein that are old. Don't l cgin to find fault, or straightway to scold: Just pick out the ones you think are the best. Enjoy to the utmost and forget all the rest; For it’s next to impossible to get just such jokes As will move all to laughter, and please all the folks ••NEVER TOO I.ATK T O M K N D 130 Ye Combat of Ye Pedagogues And in ye reign of ye king of vc Normal Realm bight John (A. H.). it befell that _ve king ordained a great tourney—such an one as should make nil former tourneys look like unto ye nickel’s worth of dried prunes. And ye good King John sent heralds far and near over all ve realm, and ye heralds sayeth. Oyer.! Oyez! l ive stalwart knights of ye Table Oblong of ye good King John defy any five knights of ye whole realm to meet them in immortal combat. Sith it i- so. and if there be any who dare do battle with them, let them appear at King John's court on ye Saturday come Michaelmas.” And it In-fell that nigh unto ye realm of King John, there dwelt a noble bight King Pink. And ye barons of King Pink’s court taketh counsel and chooscth five of their best and most renowned knights to humble ye warriors of King John. And so it drew fast to Michaelmas. And there was great bustle at ye court of King John. All ye squires and pages worketh their heads off with carrying of benches and settles to ye lists. And on ye great day. all ye valiant knights and fair ladies came from all corners of ye realm to see ye chosen knights do battle. And when ye knights rode into ye lists with great waving of plumes and chewing of gum. there arose a mighty exclamation from ye vast concourse assembled. And ye knights of King John, aside from ye great king himself, were Sir Walter de Maximilian, ye Karl of Clemens. Baron Livingstone de Summers, and Prince Arthur ye Learned, for by sad hap. Sir Maurice de Small had received a grievous wound in a joust some days before, and so his squire. Prince Arthur, fought for him in ye great tourney. And King Pink's knights were Prince Louis of Atherton. Sir Bush. Sir Preston. Baron Otto de Maislcy. and Prince Hardy. And ye combat was long and bloody. And Sir Walter overthrew many of ye false knights, and ye other knights of King John gained much glory for themselves and their fair realm. But in ye course of ye joust. Sir Bush betook himself to present Baron Livingstone with a specimen of ye fruit bight ye lemon. And ye knight, having a kindly nature, returned ye fruit to Sir Bush in car-load lots. And it caused much joy among ye spectators. And ye knights of King Pink strove mightily to win ye grand prize, but it I tooted them not. For King John’s knights were most valorous and they utterly routed their foes and put ye hooks to them, as it were. And when the knights of King Pink rode forth from ye lists, they made great moan and sorrow and they grieved sore. And they molested not ye realm of ye good King John for many a long year after. M. D. Self- Government Only a Palmer And a little white paper; Only a frisky girl A-cutting a caper. Only the Council, Three slips of such paper: A room by her lonesome Where she must betake her. 131 An Episode Mr. Mitchell to the Normal came With horse so gentle ami so tame. Me rode right up to the hitching tree And left the nag without lock or k� y. Misses Walker and I'reitKrcut -tole his |K’t, poor example for students set. For naught is worse than to steal a steed And worse it i' to swipe and speed. Mitchell's cries to return unheeded by two. He painted the surroundings a very dark blue That he isn't profane we believe to he true. But what he said wouldn't sound good to yon. An hour he waited, at length they returned. Polite tho he was. his anger still burned He vowed 'neath his breath that ne’er again would they see Mitchell's old nag left alone at the tree. Miss Swart's Housekeeping All was chaos and confusion. Sawdust was Hying nails were clinking—sounds of hanging metals were heard, and clouds of dust rose thickly around ns. Could it be possible that we were in the Model Oshkosh Normal School, of which we had read and heard so much? But a few second before we had stood in a neatly kept corridor, watching the children marching. and now,—could it he that the floor beneath our feet had opened and deposited us in some grimy cavern? But no, a well-known voice was heard, and amazed, we stood rooted to the spot. Mr. Heraty. please bring your broom over here. I see a speck of dust on the ceiling.’’ Our curiosity finally conquered our fears, and we advanced into the room. At first the clouds of dust shut out everything, hut as they cleared, we recognized our surroundings. We were in Room K. To our surprise, we beheld the usually immaculate Mr. Charlier. coatlcss, his sleeves rolled up to the elbows, industriously sorting loads of miscellaneous tools, bits of hoard ami nails into orderly heaps. In the far corner of the room was Mr. Heraty. grasping a huge broom, which he was using to great advantage. Outwardly he was calm, but in his eyes burned the fire of all his Irish ancestry. He seemed determined to do or die as he drew near. The vicious sweep of his broom threatend to tear the very nails front the floor: and alarmed for ouse safety, we moved on. Was this a new form of gymnastics, a new method of taking muscular exercise which these voting men were experimenting with? When at length we voiced our questions and were informed that it was simply a model lesson in “good housekeeping. we retired. I . S. Miss Swart was late to practice teachers' meeting. Hiawatha to Date In the ladies’ room for study. Midst the bright and learned Juniors. Sits a little dark-eyed maiden. Busy with hei many lessons, Till the opening hell is sounded. Then her hooks she quickly closes. Closes up her desk so neatly: From her eyes shines expectation, Eagerly the door she watches. Presently her wait is over. Soon her patience i-. rewarded. Thru the doorway towards her striding Conics the one for whom she waited. Comes the Clark, the great and mighty; Seats himself before the maiden. Turns his orbs of deepest sea blue Ever on the maid lieloved: Blushes not when idle Juniors (laze upon this pair no happy. Now. that bell sounds thru the hallway. Calling him to work and duty. Beulah. Beulah, he must leave you! Leave you for a dreary hour. Till again a joyous ringing Frees him from the chains that hind him. Chains, how heavy and how cumbrous. When compared with l.ove's sweet fetters. J. B. M. 113 The above is a snapshot of a portion of the Oshkosh delegation to Stevens Point as they neared the depot. Ah! it was a lovely evening. The stars shone brightly—behind the clouds— and the sky scented to fall in sheets. Our loyal delegation scented to Ik ill prepared for such an occasion, but made the Itcst of it. The photographer saw what looked like an imitation flat-car on one girl’s head. He was surprised; looked again; it was only a Merry Widow with an overcoat to keep the rain off the flowers. That night, he tir t realized the advantage of that new species of hat. for he saw one of those infinite circles protecting both a young lady and her partner from the rain. He also saw the disadvantages of the hat. for it took the whole umbrella, the only umbrella in the crowd, to protect one young tally’s hat. Had our photographer had a moving picture machine that evening he might have made his fortune, for the American public likes to laugh as well as l e humbugged. If Joe Hayes had had a Merry Widow on that night, he wouldn’t have k-en m wet when he reached the depot. fter getting to the depot. Mr. Small did the best lie could to save the hats, and incidentally the girls. If some fellow will only patent a very light rubber covering to put on the Merry-Widow in the rain, and in the pocket when dry. his fortune is assured. Miscellaneous A Milwaukee book agent once tried to sell a set of Shakespeare to a wealthy German. After talking for five minutes he was interrupted by his listener, who exclaimed impatiently: You vant to sell me •iomedongs—no? Well, vat is it? “Shakespeare.” said the agent. ’’Don't vant it! I got Pabst’s beer, und Schlitz's beer mid Blatz's beer. I don’t know nuttings about dis Shake’s In-er und I don t vant any. —Printers Ink. It was while they were rehearsing their parts in the Lyceum play— Oh. I beg your pardon.” says l-auncc Parker, looking at his | « ok again. ”1 kissed you in the wrong place.” “Isn’t that just too bad” exclaimed Emma Cook, “now we will have to do it all over again.’’ l.H Practice Crits To lake practice three quarters; to receive three crits weekly: as a result to lose sleep, heautv and conceit; such was mv gruesome fate at the Oshkosh Normal. The first ionic draught prescribed l� y the family doctor as a curative sent me into deepest slumber. And then I dreamed the following dream: In perfect rest ami peace I wandered thru hazy realms where rivers flowed with softest ripples, and white winding paths bordered by glossy-leaved vines and flowering shrub, led on and on thru regions of purest bliss. Ihu earthly ties are strong and even here I yearned to sec that long-left-land of labor. Clothing the spirit of freedom in the cumbrous shackles of flesh I returned to the world. It was night and I trod the streets of a great city. A huge sign over a great entrance hall attracted my attention. It read: LECTURE PRACTICE CRITS Mkrk Conraii May 15. 3908. People were moving in thru the door—a continuous stream. This is the night.” thought I. The words are familiar. I. t«x . shall enter.” I saw a huge hall, a vast, expectant audience as tho the subject must Ik one of unusual attractiveness. Then the lecturer entered. He was tall, quick and precise in movement; a man of splendid motor adjustments with the regulation constructive attitude. A dynamic man who could participate in social activity, and pass on examinations in professional arithmetic. In a word , a man among men. He spoke with enthusiasm and conviction. He said, in part: The last six years of my life have been spent in conjunction with many earnest workers, in excavating and studying the ruins near the shores of Lake Winnebago, particularly of that rambling, erratic pile once known as the Oshkosh Normal. My especial labor has been on one singular activity which flourished there—the issuance of practice crits. Our data on the subject is now as complete as can Ik hoped for. We have unearthed great record books, rusty trays, peculiar pads of tablet paper, and strangely worded documents relative to the matter. Students' letters have been studied that their view of the ordeal might be estimated. An effort is now being made to construct an office which shall be identical to that occupied by the critics. Even pictures of these esteemed ladies (for the critics were all women in nineteen hundred and eight) have been found, and a very good painting In-aring the initials E. J. W. was sold only yesterday for two million dollars, and the purchaser considers the prize above price. The criticism system was upon this plan. Every student, at some time in his Normal career, taught a practice class of from five to twenty pupils. That he might improve, a certain lady called a critic” visited his classes at any hour she chose. Her duty was to note all shortcomings and errors, and record the same on paper. Huge unruled tablets were provided for this purpose, and a faithful critic often wrote a small volume at one sitting. Here is one of these tablets which I received permission to bring for exhibition. Note its great size. It weighs somewhat less than three pounds.” And the speaker flourished a monster tablet of rough, gray paper. A shudder caught me as the old scenes it suggested recurred to me. The man continued: “To give you some comprehension of what the criticisms were like. I quote a few representative extracts taken from my readings: ‘As a teacher you should wear your hair done up high, not down your back. See to this at once ‘Elbow sleeves may do at a ball, but are out of place in a class room.' 135 ‘You arc too l� oyish and whining before your class' 'Your altitude is loo aggressive. Also the children are not deaf.’ ‘Why did you permit Mary lo stand on one foot?’ 'Your English was most inelegant.’ 'Never come before your class with a button off your waist.’ How familiar these extracts sounded. Had 1 not heard their like two thousand years ago? The man went on: These laudatory epistles were lurstowed upon the intelligent practice teacher for earnest peru al. Following this he again hrot them to his critic and the two held an amiable discussion of the contents. The chastened lieing then left carrying the precious document with the writer's initials attached. This proved the sign for depositing the paper in a wire tray there to await inspection from the head of the department. Here i' a 'tamper bearing the name of R. C. Swart. Note its neatness, utility, and very apparent signs of wear. W ith this name stamped upon the crit that paper was laid in another basket. The 'Indent extricated it again and placed it in still another tray belonging to the department teacher. Her initials, also, were affixed, and now at last the hapless student was permitted to take the personal missive and preserve it as a precious relic, to he conned over and over, to Ik- thought about, and to Ik practiced as assiduously as he did the ten commandments. 11 recalled how regularly mine helped till the waste paper baskets. Were not its words graven on my plastic brain cells forevermore? What need of the testimonials?) Said the speaker: The sympathy so plainly shown in all your faces is not misplaced. I hink of the misery of such a routine for ten weeks! ! Was it strange that the students lost courage and color? That they often frequented a local attraction headed. The Bijou.’ as a ten� |K rary escape from their sorrows? It has been proven beyond doubt that, after a ten weeks’ deluge of crits, the student looked ten months older. Present data indicates that the practice crit system was indirectly responsible for the custom of wearing the huge, umbrella-like Merry Widow Hats of 1908. These and many other evils followed. No words can paint the horrors and miseries resulting from a siege of accumulating and assimilating practice crits. Youth am.’ Joy on one hand: Responsibility and Difficulty on the other. A strange machination for a great end. It is well that men have grown wiser, that we are permitted to enjoy the gain of the errors and experiments of our forefathers. All the great audience sighed in sympathy with the speaker. And with that sigh the lecturer faded into mist. The hall and the city rolled away and there was nothing. And. hit tcrest of all. I awoke from that dream of what might Ik —awoke to take another year of prac lice, another stream of crits and further nerve tonics. For. the truth, the (iolden Age is not yet. An Ode to My Pony 0 Cicero M.. my pony dear, Before we two had met, 1 shed, in sooth, full many a tear O’er idioms hard to get: Hut since I first set eyes on you Mo doubt has moved my heart; Ah. Cicero M„ you served me true. I ;u 11 well you pulled the cart! () pony dear, my Cicero, Since we have been together The class has seen my knowledge grow And seen me in high feather. You've helped along the stony road Full many a stormy day: You’ll soon be rid now of your load. To lie at rest alway. () Cicero, my Tullius. You once were white and clean. You did not seem the detritus That I have made you seem. Your cover whole, no pages tom. Mo ink spots on your leaves: You lie before me all forlorn Yet 'houghts of parting grieves. Farewell! my Marcus Cicero, A year we’ve spent together; Fate bids you to the pyre go. She bids me loose your tether. I know that I shall feel remorse When future snags I strike: I'll wish that you were grown a horse: I'll never find your like! E. M. K. 137 (iirl in Auditorium: (ice, I wish those fellows wouldn’t rubber so! Their meeting it was sudden. Their meeting it was sad. She sacrificed her sweet young life, Twas the only life she had. She lies beneath daisies. On a sunny hillside now, Alt! There is always something doing When a freight train meets a cow. —Kx. When Shakespeare wrote. “ 'Tis not so deep as a well nor as wide as a barn door, yet 'twill serve.” he was probably thinking of the Merry Widows which June and Avis are wearing. Although Hess Wyman has no particular objections to framed pictures, she will have nothing to do with Art if there is going to he a Frame around It. Miss Webster: “During the 40's, calico was See a yard. 1 can remember it real well.” Normalite at University There was a lotul shriek from one of the cells of the English department, and a gaunt, emaciated Normalite was borne struggling into the corridor. Mis jaw was set rigidly, his eyes were wild and staring. What’s wrong. cried a sympathetic grind, struggling thru the crowd, too much outside reading?” No.” returned a voluble personage in spectacles. Dickinson’s last theme criticism floored him completely—pedantic scs(|uipedalianism.”—Badger, ’08. Don't Rubber it iisoijn. i|st|ooj Aiu a jsues puy a as o� punoje n pAtuni isni | :ssntu e ijkjs put: ajos taS t.uop a o „ ssuj � : ostej o� ubaui i iptp j —Exchange. To P. D. R. Thou booklet filled with wisdom’s lore. So full that thou canst hold no more. Thou art the banc of every heart. From thee do none regret to part Thou are indeed no transient guest,— To this hath everyone confessed.— For if we do not use thee well. Or learn what e’er thou hast to tell. Again thou comst to stay with us. No matter tho we make a fuss. Vet once again thou’llt come to stay. If we heed not thy little say.” Hut who would think a little book. With innocence in every look. Would worry us thru night and day Lest haplessly we might not say In literal phrase, as thou hast said. If Jimmy had a pound of lead And sold a third to brother Seth. Mow much lead then had Jimmy left?” O would that when we’ve gone to teach. We may to that tall summit reach. Where all shall view us from afar And sav. They learned from P. 1). K.! 139 Normal Hospital Record NAME DUEL BILL DALEY DON BIRDSALL REG SANDERS MORGAN DAVIES FRANK IF. JONES CARROLL CLARK GRANT WELLS SYMPTOMS Sa l Expression Drooping head when passing Indies' Study. Daily resort to Senior study. Ye happy heart and Glad(ys). Blushing when near the “Bird”. Continually trying to become center of focus of a dozen girls at once. In Ladies' Study 5 minutes one day last week. Looking at pretty girls and blushing when caught. DISEASE Melancholia. Broken Blood Pump Cardiac weakness. Maiden attack of die Licbc. Enlargement of cardiac membrane. Calico Fever. Fondness for Beulah Mania for quiet fun (a laugh on the sly). REMEDY Someone to jolly. A new one. Constant application of Bess Smiles. Something with which to occupy himself. Bird seed taken in the moonlight. A hot application of squelch. Play football or “practice class. A course in the Shufflebotham school of culture. A Warning G’way an quit dat joyful noise. Miss Pussy. Drop yo squeakin' s'prano voice. Wat's de use to’ yo’ to keep on tryin’? Yo’ can get a better livin' catchin’ mice. Yo' cain't inak' yo' voice sound spookey l.ak de mighty Glee Club band; What’s mo’, de air will nevah buhty. Alt ho yo’ may think yo’ singin' grand. Tell yo’ one thing suah. Miss Pussy. An' I'm tellin' it ’case yo's no fool: Nevah. nevah sing again so lively When yo' neah dat Nohntal School. Whah dey teach all dey figuhin' wid lancets. An’ dey Delsahte in swimmin’ pool : Whah dey hah one feahful professah 'T chlo-fo'ms cats by vivisection rule. Ain’t yo’ nevah he.ahd about dat ogre? Look heal). po' Pussy, yo’ am los’! Take warnin' ’bout dat felint-ous assassin. Fo' it's up to yo’ to count de cos’. Fo’ust he gets le pussies in hi' Fling” trap Den he starves ’em foi a day. Den he 'titles all dey songs wid anesthetics. NINE LIVES AM AWAY! An . FO’ DEY KNOW IT, ALL DEY Gone fo'evah to tie land of I lades. Whah cats nevah sing at night. Whah prowlin's don' fo’evah on de fence' And mice fade fo'evah fin de sight; Whah bootjacks an’ hammers cease f’m Ilyin An' tie ogre's ghost am cvali in tic way; Whah dey weary souls am always sighin'. Give us vengeance on the ogre, we’ll repay!” C. K. 140 The Fall of the Sons of Lawrence AikI ii came to pass that there arose in that land a mighty hand of warriors; and verily, they were a goodly hunch of pig-skin lx oters, for they were of the tribe of I.awrencc. And they taketh counsel and rcasonclh among themselves, saying, We will get us tip and hie to Oshkosh ami take a goodly fall out of the Xormalitcs. I hey will he to us as a ripe apple to 1h plucked. For the sons of 1-awrencc thinketh that they were some, and they dccideth that all others out of Appleton were N. Cl. So they arrayeth themselves in their finest moleskins and setteth out for Oshkosh. And they were full of rejoicing, saying. The score will he 50 to o. And when the game hcginnelh there were many surprises for the sons of Lawrence; yea. verily, they receiveth many prize packages. For Sherger upsetteth by I’rojalm: yea. iiis block maketh connections with the earth. And Beyer also seeth many things; verily, he hath an astronomical vision. And when the referee hloweth upon his whistle for the last time, there was great wailing and gnashing of teeth among the mighty warriors of Lawrence, for they were sore smitten. And in the Sunday papers they saith. We planneth it out bc-forehaud and getteth beaten on purpose. • D. a the went home The first of the year Our self-government Was clearly a case of Mis —manage— Men—t. Favorite Sours of some of the Ladies “Don’t You See I’m Lonely ............ “Long. Long Ago ...................... I Want to he an Angel ............... Spoon Time”.......................... “Im Trying So Hard to Forget You .. “It’s the Little Things That Count ... “Won’t You Come Back, Bill Daley”... “Consolation ...................Missc: Won’t You Come l'p to My Mouse .. .....................Elsie Kaempter .........Mary Marshck and I-otty Bell ....................Marie Sherburne .. Bess Wyman and Florence Spalding ....................Clara Youngquist ....................Alicia Wcidncr ..................Beatrice Coffland Kimhall. Clark. Webster and Apthorp ....................(iladvs Wolleson P. D. R. or Diligent Study and its Effects CAST OF CHARACTERS. Miss Emily Webster—an instructor in the art of adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing, with innumerable other processes thrown in. Janie. Mathilda and Ann Amelia—Taking a long course in aforesaid study. Note—P. I ). R., or speaking in more elegant English. Principles. Definitions, and Rules, is a liook of original and interesting savings of a mathematical nature, coined from the illuminated mind of the instructor in H. S. Arith. From this booklet of wisdom, pupils are daily required to digest in bunches of five or six pages, so that when called upon to recite, they can emit, without hitching, a steady stream of rules and their exceptions. ACT I. Time—Summer Evening. Place—A Ncrmalite’s Room. Curtain rises on the following scene: Around a table, on which is burning a miniature kerosene lamp, sit Janie and Mathilda. On a nearby couch rests Ann Amelia, a copy of P. D. R. grasped firmly in one hand, a bag of caramels in the other. Janie (rising and yawning sleepily): Say. girls. I’ve had enough of study. Let’s buy some cheese, and mix up a dope in the chafing dish. Arc you game. Ann Amelia?” A. A. (slowly coming back to earthly things): H’m—a decimal point is a dot. which— a dot who—it is a—. For goodness sakes, Jane. I wish you would keep still.” Janie (subsiding in her chair with a dismal groan): “Stung, turned down, all for the sake of that (pointing a derisive finger at the mathematical leaflet). A. A. (with abstracted air): “First Principle of Fractions. Wanted, no—demanded— h’m.—required the whole amount when only part of it is given. For example. I gave you $_ o. which is only one-seventh of what I have. How much---- Janie: Miss Webster will never take that in. She knows you never laid eyes on a $ o bill, and if you had. you wouldn’t be throwing it broadcast in that generous manner. Letter make a new start.” A. A. and Mathilda (in chorus effect) : Multiplying the numerator of a fraction by a number, increases the value of the fraction by that number. Dividing the denumerator of a fraction bv a number, decreases the value of the number by that fraction. Dultiplying and mividing moth denumerator and—and------” Janie (with placid smile): There is a harrowing sound to that selection. You had better leave that page until you are alone.” Mathilda (with a hasty glance at alarm clock) : “Girls, it is after ten. and I’m going to l ed. We have studied hard on P. D. R. for an hour and 1 know every line in the book. Goodnight!” Janie: I might as well go. too. for I want to finish trimming my bat tonight. Exeunt A. A. and Mathilda. A. A. (stopping only for a muttered Goodnight”) : Gain or loss is reckoned on the— cost—no. the selling pr—. it must be the marked price.” Curtain. ACT II. Time—3:10 P. M. Place—Mathematics Room. Normalites assembled for II. S. Arith recitation. Miss Webster, sitting at desk, placing zeroes and fives on a paper at her side. Miss Webster: Now. while the others are putting examples on the board, we will have a little chat with P. D. R. There is no chance for a genius in this, but we’ll see who can be next best. Amelia Ann may recite on decimal fractions.” 142 A. A. (with shaking knees and wobbling jaws): “A decimal fraction is—decimal fractions arc f-f-fractions whose numera—denom--------” Miss V. “Ann Amelia is evidently not well acquainted with P. I). R. To what class does she belong? Class (in a pent-up roar): STl'IMD.’’ Miss W. (adding another zero to the collection) : NEX I !” Mathilda (after a vicious jab in the ribs from her neighbor, awakes with a start): “Present! Miss W. (with acid politeness): “Mathilda prefers to sleep rather than attend to business. Hut there are plenty of other quarters coming, and I will l c here to teach her P. I). R. for some time to come. It is Jane’s turn to distinguish herself.’ Jane (arising with a jaunty air) : I understand it perfectly, Miss Webster, but can't express myself in the words of the lx ok. In my mind a decimal fraction is------” Miss W. (making more round marks on her paper): We don’t care for your opinions. If this one is anything like the others, it is better unsaid. Jane (landing in her seat with a thump): Frostbitten again! Curtain. R. Dickinson. Prof. Mitchell's Jersey Cow Frankie has got a Jersey cow. She’s so fat you can’t see a I tone. She’s the only one lie keeps just now. And her forehead's like his own. Professors kick and so do cattle. And the results are about the -ame. Hut to him the results of his kicking Compared to the cow’s are tame. 14.) Practice (Apologies lo Longfellow) Tin- youngsters are dull, and bright, and dreary. I’m tired, hut the critics are never weary. My heart still yearns for a passable mark. But at every crit. I am left in the dark. And the Quarters are long and dreary. The plans are hard, and my head grows decry. I’m tired, but the youngsters are never weary. My critic still dreams of a wonderful class. And for better teachers, she sighs, alas! And mv crits are long and skeery. Be still, faint heart, and cease repining; Beyond these walls is the sun still shining; Thy tears are the common tears of all. On every one some class must fall, Some crits will Ik- bright and cheery. A. E. B. Miscellaneous I’ve handed out a lot of slams. Since I've been in this school. And I've called people lots of names. I.ike piker. lobster. fool.” In fact. I've called them every name. I-'rom angleworm to donkey; But the slammicst slam I ever slammed Was, Insipid little monkey. Reply M. I), to J. M Teacher: What is a vacuum? Bright Pupil: “I have it in my head, teacher, but I can't explain it. Mary had a little lamb. It's fleece was white as snow. And everywhere that Mary went. That lamb was sure to go. It's fleece is still as white as snow. But Mary's lamb has grown: And now she’d rather walk eight miles That meet that Iamb alone.—Ex. 144 A Toast to “Nineteen-nine” Here’s to the class of nineteen nine! Every one of them born to shine. Annis and Apel stand at the head. Worthy leaders of worthy led. B is for Billings, the great debater. Wait awhile, you'll hear from him later. Each in this group is a perfect joy. Busy as B's and blithe as a Boyc. C—this is surely a roving hand. With a Carter, a Carrier, and Caine in hand. The D’s are a group which none may outshine. Bright as a Dimond. and twice Devine. Surely this group can live at its E’s. With Emerson silent and Evans o’er seas. The Fs are a crowd of jolly Fellows. And the (I's (iood(c)nough for the white and yellow. H. I. and J form a company choice. Just scan their record and then re-Joyce. But why call the roll of this thrice famous hand. With Nelson and Wellington on sea and on land. With Raleigh for courtier and Stewart for king. With poets in Thompson and Moore who will sing Their praise in all Seasons, their deeds to all time. So their fame shall he sounded in prose and in rhyme; And deeds shall they do that were meet to he sung. With a Wiseman to lead them, as long as they’re Young. 145 Some Thoughts on Rhetoricals Hein ; Some Kx trails from the Diary of one Who Knows Auk. - • 906—First day of school. It was really quite interesting. I'm certain that I shall enjoy school very much: the faculty that I come in contact with are all perfectly lovely, and my work promises to Ik very interesting. Sept. 18. 1906—-We received rostrum cards today. As it seems, everyone is supi oscd to appear before the school for rhetoricals several times a year. My card states that I am to appear for a declamation Nov. 19. and for an essay Jan. 15. Oct. 9—We had our first rhetorical program today. It was exceedingly interesting. I do think the idea of having rhetorieals every Thursday is simply splendid. Nov. 1—I had my first rehearsal today. I feel dreadfully nervous at the thought of appearing on the rhetorical program. I got thru with my rehearsal fairly well considering that it's mv first one. I'm going to speak a part of the Idylls of the King. I really do think it's much better to speak something really classic than something silly.” Nov. 18 -Tomorrow 1 come on for rhetorieals in the Indies’ Study. I’m simply scared tiff. T can’t do anything except just recite my piece. Nov. 19—The great day has come and gone, and 1 don’t feel a bit greater or more famous. I got thru with my declamation all right, but I’m sorry to say. didn't get an “Honorable Mention.” Mother would have been so proud of me if I had won distinction that way. Dec. 8- Handed my essay in today for correction. It’s on reformed s|H lling. and I’ve simply worked myself to death over it. It really sounds kind of good now. Jan. 14. 1907—Tomorrow I read my essay in the School Management room. They ay it’ quite easy to get II. M. there. 1 hope I get it. for mother's sake. f Jan. 15—I got thru with my essay all right, but 1 was afraid for a while that I simply couldn't. I was so scared that my pajH-r just shook, and I could hardly get a sound out. Didn't get II. M. May 20—We had our last rhetorieals of the year today. I’m awfully sorry because, really. I’ve gained an awful lot from them, both when I was on the program, and when 1 was in the audience. Aug. 2S—My Senior year has really begun, and with it the joys of practice. Sept. 19—Rostrum cards again today. I come on for my lecture Dec. i9- I’m glad it’s before Christmas, because I’ll be thru with at least one big piece of work then. Oct. 4—First rhetorical program today. Somehow it didn’t seem half so interesting to me as last year. I wonder why? 146 Nov. 12—-Thank goodness, my lecture is written at last. I thought I'd never finish the crazy tiling. |t’s 0|, ••'I'he Moral Aspect of Life in the Middle Ages as Compared with the Worldly Aspect.” It doesn’t seem to he so very interesting, either. Dee. iq l gavc n,y lecture today, and positively someone fell asleep during the thing. I didn t think it was as had as all that. Secm to me rhetorical are getting somewhat stale, anyway. I don’t see how I could have been so infatuated with them last year. May 21—Today we had our last rhetorical program, thank goodness. I’ve gotten so that I simply hate them. The next person that says rhetoricals” to me will ;t very hlack eye or something equally horrible. I simply won’t stand for anything of the sort L. G. 147 Who's Afraid to Go Home in the Dark? From social gatherings. large or small. Since this old world began; Each maid has been guided toward her home By the arm of a gallant man. But is it so at Normal School? The record states otherwise. T'is a well known exception to the rule. And herein much trouble lies. One night a meeting at school was called. Of Seniors, old ami young: And business over, the fun commenced. Games were played, lively songs were sung. At last, the clock began to strike. The talk soon ceased to flow. A silence reigned, and then at last The girls all rose to go. Outside, the skies were leaking. The rain came down in streaks. A lightning flash and a thundering peal Made the girls draw back with shrieks. In a moment, the front door opened. And out sneaked a bunch of boys; But there issued with them no maidens fair. Naught but a muchness of noise. Another hang of the outer door. And dark forms fled down the path. Masculine voices rang out on the night. But I heard no girlish laugh. Boys, and more l� oys went sauntering by. And my heart began thumping in twirls. Lest these future professors and famous men Had murdered the Senior girls. I rushed up the steps to the doorway. To search within those walls. When the sound of angry voices Came sweeping down the halls. And out into the rain there swarmed A crowd of fuming girls. Who, twixt the thundering peals and roars. Were worrying over their curls. With a last despairing glance behind. They vanished out of sight. But direful threats about the boys Came echoing back through the night. Of course there ore exceptions. But this story I have told Has often been repeated In the Normal days of old. And we hope you boys will profit And learn this lesson, too: To provide an escort to take a girl home. You should ask her to go with you. Kith Dickinson. Jokes Alton Don Rirdsall (may his tribe increase) Awoke one night from a deep dream of peace And saw within the moonlight, like a lily in its bloom. A little red hen sitting in the corner of the room. What wouldst thou here?” the little hen sat up quick. I carry the fate of those who pass Arithmetic.” And am I one ?” said Abott. “Nay not so.” replied the little hen. Abott spoke more low. But cheerily still, and said. I pray thee, honey. Think of me as one who shines in the Senior Study. The Messenger arose and vanished. The next night, it came again with great awakening light And showed the names of those whom service to mankind had ble t. And lo! Don Birdsall’s name led all the rest. Teacher in Physics— What is steam?” Bright Pupil—“Steam is water gone crazy with the heat.” Pupil—“May I l e excused? I don’t feel well.” Principal—“Where do you feel the worst?” Pupil— In chemistry.” F.x. Summers, in the role of a jollier, just Itcfore the second half of the Senior Faculty game, coming up to the Senior “box : Now if the faculty had as many pretty girls yelling for them as the seniors have, they'd stand a better show.” Result—(Front the box): I’-rah-rah Summers! U-rah-rah-Summcrs! U-rah-rah-Summers! 149 Anatomical Information Gleaned from Entrance Examinations The bones that form the elbow arc the arm and the wrist, and the knee are the leg and the hip. and the shoulder arc the collar bone and arm. Tendons arc fibers found near the heart. The functions of the blood are capalarries, veoins. arteries. The organs of respiration are mouth, nose. ear. stomach, intestines. The inferior masillary is a muscle located near the stomach to aid digestion. The functions of the blood is a bright red color. It spurts out of cuts when we bleed. Ligaments are cords attached to muscles. When these cords arc pulled the muscles move. The largest of these cords is the spinal cord, it runs from the brain to the heart. I'he air we breath into the lungs is pure and fresh but the air we breath out is impure and ful of smoke and dust, it would kill you to breath it. The blood goes from the heart into the vanes, then into the left leg. then into the right leg. then into the stomach, then in to the brain, then all parts of the body and finally back to the heart to be puryfied. Der Maennerchor At la t thru the earnest efforts of some of our faculty, the management of the Mens’ Glee Club has consented to give a concert in the Engine Room. Saturday evening. June o. 2323. A. I). Vague and indistinct reports have come to us from time to time, of the work-done by this noted organization, but we have heretofore been unable to get them to appear in public. Seldom do we have an opportunity like this to listen to men of talent, whose every tone is of the long drawn out kind. A good sized audience is hoped for. The following program will be rendered: Solo—“Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder”..........Elmer Xygaard Solo— Though She’s Gone. I’ll Not Forget Her”.........Hiram Krebs Duet—“No Wedding Hells for IV’........Messrs. I .cukeI and Worachek Solo—“Anchored”....................................Morgan Davies Solo—“Jolly Me Along” (pathetic)......................Morvin Duel Trio—“Sweet Marie”...............Messrs. Wood. Wells and Wehrwein Solo—“Every Day is Ladies' Day with Me”...............Frank Jones Solo—“My Little Red Hen”...................................Albert Brann Duet— Salt l-ake City is the Place for Me”.....Sanders and Spcrlxrck Solo— Slumber Song” ..................................Bay Hillings Solo—'“Mandy Lou”.................................. Rex MacDonald Solo—“Meditation” ........................................... R’H Daley 150 The Lockers bonus of Entertainment in Industrial Geography as burnished by Professor Mitchell An honest confession is good for the soul. You don't think what you know except Merry Widow bonnets. After a Squintv corn Squeeze swallows itself, is it inside or outside of itself? Is truth hot or cold ? Did you ever see a dead man scratch matches? You never will in this world. Greatest curiosity in the world is how a woman can turn bacon into a smile Going to Sunday School had a bad effect on me. Do you put grease on the wind? You have an imagination like an ant. A great hunk of bacon is fine stuff to set a fellow going. Lost All interest in Ladies' Study. Kinder please deposit it in waste basket and call for reward.—Duel. All hope for the future. Finder need not return, as loser is dead.— Hiram K. My freedom of speech, either in mathematics or civic department.—Hirdsall. All my red ink. hinder return at once, as I cannot work without it.—Miss Walker. ... temper. Anyone can find it by leaving the map-case door in my room open.—Miss alker. My emergency box.—Miss Fisher. For Sale A hat which 1 have been unable to wear since the Philakcau play.- Xvgaard. M.v chance to play on the faculty team.—Mr. Keith. My sideburns - Wchrwein. My tan shoes, warranted to squeak.—Miss------. 1S1 Result of Three Quarter of Practice Dying Words NAMES. DYING WORDS. Miss Webster...............................“Of what! Of what! Of----” Mr. Keith ......................................“Learn the combination.” Miss Henderson .................................. This would---, what?” Miss Cundiff ..............................................Sh—sh—sh—sh! Miss Kimball .................................“That will never do. surely. Mr. Small.............................Psychological Aspects of Affection. Mr. Mitchell .............................What do you know altout that? Miss Walker......................Now summing up the points—firstly, etc. Mr. Clow ................................................Well! yes. Miss Hreitkreutz ...........................Is this Mr. Mitchell's horse? Miscellaneous Words of advice from Senior?, to Freshmen: Yes. dear, you may wear a Merry Widow hat. even if you haven't been married.” Oh. no. the Seniors are not all your Seniors in years, any more than you Freshmen are all fresh. Yes. you don't have to wear green socks on St. Patrick's Day. You can wear yellow. Of course, you may bring your Teddy Hear. Some Seniors do. 152 Ye Ten Commandments of Ye Library 1. Yc must not expectorate on ye floor it ye expect-to-rate with yc librarian. II. Yc must not darken yc portals of yc library during ye chorus practice. III. Yc must not tarry after yc five o'clock hell rings lest ye be reviled and made a mockery of. IV. Yc must be speedy to return yc reserve books, lest ye desire troubles many, and coppers few. V. Ye must not converse with yc pretty girls above ye whisper lest sorrow and humiliation befall ye. VI. Ye must at all times preserve ye solemn demeanor and yc studious visage. VII. Ye must climb like ye monkey it ye desire to reach ye books on ye topmost shelf. VIII. Ye must not ask ye troublesome questions if ye desire to retain ye self-respect. IX. Ye must obey ye librarian in yc word, ye look, and ye deed, that your hours may be many in this ye sanctorum of yc books. X. THIS ABOVE ALL, WHAT ’ERE BEFALL, YE MUST NOTON THE TABLE SCRAWL. —Everett C. Hirsch 153 Selected V stood at tin bars as the sun went down. Beneath the hill on a summer day. Her eyes were tender, and big. and brown; ! lor breath as sweet as the new mown hay. l'ar from the west, the taint sunshine Glanced sparkling on Iter golden hair: Those calm, deep eyes were turned toward mine. And a look of contentment rested there. I see her bathe in the sunlit flood : I see her standing peacefully now— Peacefully standing and chewing her cud. As 1 rubbed her ears.—that Jersey Cow. —Selected. Mr. Keith in a Constructive Attitude.' 154 w The Tennis Girl: “Where are the courts?” Some Recollections of Clifton A leap year proposal: Fair Sir (walking rails), you know they say ii you walk thirty rails without stepping off, the first man you shake hands with at the end. you will marry? Mr. V —s, walk ahead thirty rails and wait for me, please.” Quotation—Absence makes the heart grow fonder—J-n-i-N’-l-o-. B-a-r-C-f-I-n. Voss—“A woman is only a woman. But a good cigar is a smoke.” W. N’-l-n. (in response to a request for a glass of lemonade) : “With or without bugs, please ?” Who found the best place to hide the dishes? K-h-1 N-I-n.: Who said pickles?” Query—Who chaperoned the “Dandelion Bunch?” Just Fancy Miss Webster playing baseball. Miss Cundiff spooning in the bright moonlight. Mr. Clow singing. Mr. Small, big chief.” Mr. Dresden thin. Mr. McMillan chaperoning. Mr. Fling chasing bugs.” Miss F'wing serious. Miss Parmclc ruffled. Mr. Briggs proposing ah-----------. The Seniors are noted for their Wirth; The Juniors for their F'ellows; The Sophomores because they are Learned: And the Freshmen because they are Albright. 155 Miracles Jan. 6. The Ladies’ Study Pencil Sharpener sharpened. Feb. 30. Mr. McMillan smiled. April i. Miss Breitkreutz got fooled. April 4. All passed in Professional Arithmetic. Elsie Kaempfer went to breakfast. Wcstgate curled his hair. April 31. Don didn’t sec Bess all day. Why did Mr. Clemans attend the dance Feb. 7? His wife had twenty-five ladies to tea. In an examination in Grammar, the students were required to give the principal parts of to skate.” One of them did it as follows: Skate, slippere. fallen, bumptum.” The teacher marked the paper as follows: “Fail, flunkere, fluxi. suspendum.” Proverbs A penny saved spoils the broth. Where there is a will there is a fray. A word to the wise is a dangerous thing. Too many cooks make cowards of us all. A fool and his money corrupt good manners. The course of true love is the shortest way home. A word in the hand is worth two in the ear. A man is known by the love letters he keeps. One touch of nature makes the whole world grin. A guilty conscience is the mother of invention. Misinterpreted Waiting in the depot at Stevens Point. M-r-a-D-v-c- to E-w-r-P-u-h.: “Got the papers? (Yawning and stretching): “Oh! go on, 1 am too tired to read. Rockefeller's Cash Wouldn't you like to have some of Rockefeller’s money?1 “No. I wouldn’t. It’s tainted. “Why?” ’Cause it tain't for me. and it tain’t for you. For Sale and Want Ads For Sale by Senior Class: ('tiffs and Wood, especially Hemlock and coal 1 Kohl). Wanted—A less suggestive name.—Avis Fellows. For Sale—A choice collection of Merry Widows, especially hats.—Call on Pres. Keith. Wanted—By every Senior, a Job. I-ost—One ounce of pure, unadulterated nerve, l-ost at my first interview with my supervisor.— Practice Teacher. For Sale—Professional English Plans. Essays, Orations, N’ote Books, and other necessary equipment. Especially low rates to Junoirs.—Seniors. Lost. Strayed, or Stolen—A Cicero pony. Dappled grey. Used to the saddle. Very gentle disposition. Easily handled. Please return before final races, as I have pinned my faith on him.—Latin Student. 156 Should Normal School Students he Courteous? Arc They Courteous? If Not. Why Not? By courtcousness is meant prompt and watchful attention to the needs and perplexities of others—visible signs of what is noble and gracious. No one questions that the standard of what is best and most beautiful must always be a part of a teacher’s equipment. Thus, the natural conclusion is that most would-be teachers should be courteous. No one appears gracious and courteous unless he is so. It is as sure as death and fate that each man will appear as he is if the expressions of his inner life arc correctly interpreted. Society sets a certain standard of conduct which is a means of expression understood bv all. and when an individual conforms to this standard it does not mean that his manners are idle and false expressions of his true nature, but that he has made himself in manners, as in all other social activities, one of the units of a social group. He is simply learning to express himself as do others, just as when a child learns to read, he imitates those who have acquired some degree of efficiency. Teachers are often judged by their appearance and the manner in which they impress a stranger. One examining regent once said. We do not ask Normal graduates questions to fmd out what they know, or how much they know. We ask them questions for the sole purpose of meeting them face to face that we may sec how they conduct themselves.’’ While they do not believe in the old adage. Manners maketh the man,” they yet hold that manners are a good index of what a man is. It is true that many people have become great who were not mannerly, but they have had an unusual amount of brains. The fact that you lack manners will not make you original or interesting. The fact remains that among teachers more than any other class, good manners are necessary to success. That Normal students are not courteous, generally speaking, is an unquestionable fact, and most especially is this criticism true of the young men of the school. To prove the justness of this criticism, one has only to recall the crowding of the boys at the entrances, at the ticket office, at the stationer’s window, at the clerk's desk, and at the l oarding clubs. True, the girls crowd, too. but that should not excuse the young men for elbowing their way to the front, jostling the girls, crowding those to the rear whose strength does not permit them to advance, and disgusting others who withdraw without getting what they set out for, rather than be a party in such a scramble. If this is not a very exasperating form of ill manners, what is? It seems a pity that these small courtesies should be abandoned. Is there a reason for the prevalence of this discourtesy? The tine touches of courtesy can only be attained thru time and leisure. Thus, we can attribute much of the ill-mannered conduct to the school system, which is responsible to a notable degree. Haste makes good manners im| ossiblc. That the system is always crowding, and that the general plan of the building necessitates much rapid movement, is evident to all students. Normal is much like the trolley car with its rush and haste, and the standard of manners is about as high. Let us beware lest in our haste to reach our ends we destroy the value and charm of the ends we seek with such ruthless haste. Finally, let us improve our daily opportunities for the exchange of civilities with those with whom we stand face to face, graciously making way for them, graciously accepting such attentions from others by a kindly smile, offering a quiet word to a hard-worked student, tendering a silent salutation to a passing classmate,—in this manner to express that universal sympathy which all should cultivate, to make good manners the effects of good will, to cultivate good manners, which cost nothing and are worth everything. 157 A New Song Hit The famous song which was sung by the Oshkosh Normal football team at Stevens Point. Beloit. Watertown, and many other places thruout the state, and which nearly caused them to be “pinched” at Jefferson Junction. This is one of the big song hits of the season, and it has caused a great sensation all over the country. Copies for sale at I ’. Nimtz Co.’s Music Store. $1.00 per copy. i. A horse and a flea and three little mice. Sat in the corner shaking dice. The horse, he slipped and fell on the flea. The flea, he said, “That’s a horse on me. Chorus: Strange were the tales that the crow told me, Bing! Bing! In the hickory tree. Mary went out to milk the cow, She had a lot of trouble. I’ll tell you now. The cow, she thought she was trying to teaze ’er, Because she milked her with a lemon squeezer. Chorus: 3. There was an old doctor and his name was Peck. He fell in the well, and broke his neck. He was foolish, you all know, He should tend to the sick and let the well alone. Chorus: Books by Famous Authors “Why I Love Arithmetic .........................................Morvin Duel “Good Taste and Dress”..........................................Fred Durkec “How to Mix Love Lotions”......................................Carroll Clark Theorem Proved: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder”..........Hiram Krebs Conducts of Life”......................................................Ella Parmcle “How to Become a Comedian”....................................Elmer Nygaard The Art of “Mephisto” .....................................George Wchrwcin “The Study of Value”.:.....................................Hannah Cundiff “The New Schoolroom .......................................Margaret Fisher Football to Date”...............................................Frank Nimtz A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned”.............................Harrison Wood Applied Geometry” ........................................... Anthony Nimtz “A New Astronmy ..........................................A. F. and W. M. Old Methods in Modern Times”..............................II. C. and E. W. “Kinks and Curls” ........................................................C. Westgatc “The Ideal Teacher”.............................................. Bill Daley 158 Conundrums O. Why does Ethel Mull always have a cane (Cain) with her? A. Oh. just for company. J. What is the favorite fashion plate in the Oshkosh Normal? A. McCall’s. Q. What is Alicia Weidner’s favorite pastime? A. Duelling. Q. What is Clark's favorite song? A. Bculah-land. Q. Why is “Art’’ so popular among the Kiris? A. Because they wish to become I.earned.” Q. What fuel is used at Normal? A. Coal (Kohl) and Wood. Q. Why are matches getting scarce? A. They are so dear. My First Experience How much it reminded me of an old gray feudal castle as I caught my first glimpse of the Normal School, but I certainly did not feel much like the lord and owner of it as I wandered, hopelessly lost, among the countless rooms and corridors in a vain attempt to find the President’s office. No matter how often I tried to recall my recent glories and triumphs at graduation and that long year in which we seniors ruled supreme in High School. I could not help feeling more insignificant and unimportant than I did on that memorable day when I became a Freshman. At last I actually plucked up enough courage to inquire of a rather haughty-looking damsel—I afterwards learned dtc was only a Freshman— if she had ever heard of such a room as the President’s office. She gave me a rather pitying look and said, shaking her head. “Von |KK r child! Your first day and you have to see the President!” T,his naturally aroused lx th curiosity—and some anxiety— and at my desire for information, she told me that a president was considered somewhat of an ogre, and that she had been favored by the god on her first day of school, for she had been immediately provided with a faculty-adviser, and the much-dreaded interview had thus dwindled down to merely the signing of her program. But the inevitable always happens, and not long afterwards I found myself in the presence of that august personage. But instead of the proverbial glasses and frown, kindly eyes and a reassuring smile hrot strength to my quaking heart. As the interview went on. I actually caught myself trying “to jolly the president, while he. with his direct answers and amusing stories, not only made me glad that 1 had chosen the Oshkosh Normal t � lavish my patriotism upon, but also impressed upon me the fact that preparation for a school-teacher’s career was not all a “snap.” As morning after morning passed, and each time 1 heard the President address the students. I soon perceived that just as varied as were the classes of students which attended the Normal, 0 could his talks Ik . At times they were amusing and again more serious and learned, but always with the same aim. to elevate their thots and to impress upon them that ordinary school-teaching could be made as much of an art as music or drawing. G. E. S. 159 It Will be a Long Hunt If you expect to find more substantial values than those of our Spring and Summer Suits at $10.00 to $22.50 1 RQM the fabric to the finish, the garment tells a X story of honest material and painstaking workmanship. Wc have proven that superior quality and tailoring are possible at a moderate price. Come today and let us tell why you need go no further in your pursuit of dressy Spring and Summer Clothes. Unusual snappv Stvles for voung men are those priced $12.50, $15.00 to $1S.00. Furnishings that are decidedly nobby for young men. Hats, Caps. Shirts, Underwear, Neckwear and Hoisery. Your taste can be satisfied at agreeable prices. 111-213 Main L. STRUEBING CO. Oshkosh. Wi . Lyman Photographer 36 High St. “No Stairs to Climb. The Castle-Pierce Co. 30-32 HIGH ST.. OSHKOSH. VVIS. PRINTERS OF The Quiver 190 8 The Globe Printing Co. PRINTERS AND BINDERS Thirty-eight Main Street OSHKOSH. VVIS. Linotype Composition Hinders of The Quiver CLEAN PURE SAFE Special rates to clubs. MILK. CREAM. ICE CREAM AND BUTTER Oshkosh Pure Milk Company 248-250 MAIN ST. INTERNATIONAL DICTIONARY A 1.1 It 1C A ltV IN ONK ItOOK. Besides an accurate, practical, and scholarly vocabulary of Englisn. with 25,000 NEW WORDS. tno International contains a History of the English Language, Guide to Pronunciation, Dictionary of Fiction. NewOazetteer. New Biographical Dictionary, Vocabulary of Scripture, Greek and Latin Names, English Christian Names, Foreign Quotations, Abbreviations. Etc. 2SMO l’A .I S. II.1.1 STKA1 IONS. SHOULD YOU NOT OK N SUCK A KOOK? WEBSTER'S COLLftilATK DICTIONARY. Ij.rpr.1 of our •hrt'lrtnrnt.. KrenUr and Thin 1‘aprr Millotu. UK I'Ai.rt AND ll«0 llJA'ftTKfcTIOXX. Write for The Story of a Book” Free. Q. C. MF.RR1AM CO.. Sprlngileld. Mass. A H MEYER We are strong on up to-date SHOES Ten Per Cent Discount to Normal Students. 3 S Main. Two doors from Algoma Street. The New German-A merican Hank C. W. Radford President George Hilton—Vice-President T. K. Krent —Cashier The New German American Hank is now nearly twenty years old. When, on February i. 1890. this hank opened its modest doors for business. there were many men who said: “They cannot make any money: Oshkosh has too many hanks.” A few said : Woll! if they have good luck, they may in time grow to he a fair-sized hank! Not even the most enthusiastic ever dreamed how great a success would come to this hank of the people. With deposits of over $900.0000, and assets over A MILLION DOLLARS. THE NEW GERMAN AMERICAN BANK may well feel proud of Its record. Look at our May statement! It looks good to us: Resources MAY 14. 1908 Loans ...................$737,250.81 Overdrafts ............. 841.19 Hanking House............. 42.325.40 Due from Hanks...... 136.111.57 Cash .................... 120.080.73 Liabilities Capital Stock ...........$100,000.00 Surplus .................. 25.000.00 I’ndividcd Profits _______ 10.108.48 Deposits .................901,501.22 $1,036.60970 $1,036,609.70 SOMETHING NEW STEAMER LEANDER CHOATE NEWEST—LARGEST- FINEST- MOST MODERN PASSENGER STEAMER ON THESE WATERS. The I-?an lcr Choate has now received the finishing touches of construction. ami is now in commission. This steamer is. without a doubt, the finest example of the lw at builder’s art in its class on these waters, possessing, as it does, all the desirable features of comfort, speed and safety—therefore being ideal for excursion purposes. Bookings are now being received at the office of the Co-Operative Coal Ice Co., at Main street dock, and arrangements for excursions should l e made well in advance of the date desired. TLEPHONE 45 WE SOLICIT VOI R PATRONAGE. ERNEST L. GOFF Barber 14 Otter Street. OSHKOSH. WIS. Niftiest Cut in Town. FOR SOMETHING GOOD IN PHOTOGRAPHS GO TO ANDREWS 59 MAIN ST., OSHKOSH, WIS. OFFICE HOURS. Office Hours 1:15 to 5:00 P. M-. and 9:30 to 12 A. M., 2 to 4 and 7 to X P. M. Saturday Evenings 7:00 to 8:30. E. S. ALBEE, M. D. L. A. SHOGREN FITS GLASSES Office 11 Algonta St., over Medland’s Drug Store. Phone 199. Your Eyes will be Safe in our Care Residence next to the Normal School, Phone 1996. HAY BLDG., 75 MAIN ST. The Commercial National Bank ESTABLISHED 1855- Capital..........$. 00,000 Surplus...........$50,000 Deposits.................$1,100,000 OFFICERS Lcander Choate President Thomas Daly. Vice-President T. R. Wall. Vice-President E. R. Williams, Cashier DIRECTORS Leander Choate Geo. F. Gilkey Thomas Daly T. R Wall E. Zen tiler Win. M. Bray Benjamin Doughty James P. Gould John V l-aahs Over half a century in business, and stronger than ever. We pay interest on time deposits. Wc invite new accounts upon our merits for strength and superior facilities. Safety deposit boxes to rent. One dollar will open an account in our Savings Department. The policy of this bank is to treat it depositors liberally and with uniform courtesy, regardless of the amount of business they entrust to our care. Your Character And the character of your clothes are measured, comparatively speaking, by the same standard. A pleasing appearance in either may attract, but the Stuff that you are made of. like the material of which your clothes are made, will reveal more of your true character than the superficially of outward appearance. In point of style and superior workmanship. I ranks clothes are the Pinnacle of Perfection. LET t'S SHOW YOU. $15 to $40 CotW t i9oa Thr Houw of Kuw� -ol«nrorI 0� CJ(0 Portrait and Commercial Photographer Enlargements; Ink, Sepia and Water Colors OSHKOSH Maker of Pidures by Photography Phone lb2J 187 4 Main St. Aroostook Block Algoma Street Market Wholesale and Retail Dealers FRESH and SALT MEATS 553 Algoma St., Tel. 175. Oshkosh, Wis. Rates $2.00 per day and up. THE TREMONT K. C. FREY, Proprietor. Oshkosh, Wis. Lorenzen, Davis Co. GROCERS We Cater to Clubs 555 Algoma St. Phone 179. OSHKOSH. WIS. WICKERT'S Candy and Ice Cream Known to the Public as being the Purest Confections. PAN CANDIES AND CHOCOLATES THE BEST EVER. 83 Main St. Telephone 120. Greenhouse, 76 Frankfort Street. Telephone 126. The Miles Company Telephone 2311. 20 WASHINGTON ST. Oshkosh, Wis. CHOICE CUT FLOWERS and PI .ANTS Design work a specialty. DON’T MISS OXFORDS We have all the Latent Styles in Tans and Patents FLORIAN LAMPERT 47 Main Street OSHKOSH. WIS. Breon School of Music Clias. D. Breon, Director. Studios, 207 Main St. Phone 738. INSTRUCTORS Violin—Clias D. Breon, Harry K. Timm. Piano—Miss Bessie Starks. Vocal—Miss Bessie .Marie Mayham. Expression—Miss Ellen Gwendolyn Hill. Comet—J. K. Bever. Clarinet—Chas. D. Breon, Trom! onc—Geo. H. Brings. Drums—Geo. Spore. CON EECTIONER Y ICE CR EA M F. N. HIGGINS Students Quick Lunch Parlors 549 Algoma St. Telephone 713. OSHKOSH, W1S. FRUITS HOME BAKING A Rational Method of Teaching Writing If you are not as good a writer as you desire to be, or if you arc not as com|R tcnt to teach writing as you should Ik , let me explain to you my method of teaching writing, the result of fifteen years of experience in the class room and acquaintance with the methods used by the most successful teachers of writing today. For information write to F. D. CROSS Principal of The Normal Academy and School of Penmanship. Oshkosh, Wis. 1 am very much impressed with the correspondence lessons in penmanship arranged by Mr. E. I). Cross. They seem to be sensible, not freakish; and if the student is reasonably diligent, he cannot help becoming a good and rapid penman in a relatively short time. June 5, 1908. B. Mack Dresden. Get Your Laundry Washed at Brainerd Stannard Star Hand Laundry Staple and Fancy LARSEN HANSEN Proprietors. Groceries 202 MAIN STREET. PHONE 2221. 37i MAIN ST. First-class work guaranteed in every respect. Oshkosh .Wis. Dancing School and Socials Lesson 7:30 to 9. Social 9 to 12. Children 4:30 to 6:00 P. M. DATES FOR SEASON OF 1908-1900. 1908 1909 September it—25. January 1—15—29. October 9—23. February 12—Masquerade. November 6—20. April 16—20. December 4—18 Prof. A. C. Wirth Ex-President American National Association. Member of British Association of London. England. Member Genossenschaft Deutschcr Tanzlchrcr of Berlin, Germany. Residence 114—15th Street, MILWAUKEE. WIS. THE BEST PLACE FOR SURPLUS CASH Idle money is one of the most useless commodities in the world. The worst place for a man to keep his money is in his pocket—it is a constant emptation to excessive expenditures. One's surplus cash should Ik promptly deposited in a strong bank, where it will earn interest. 3% interest paid on Savings Accounts and Certificates of Deposits. THE NATIONAL UNION BANK OSHKOSH. WIS. CAPITA AND 8TKPIU1 •2S0.000.00 UNITE 0 STATES OIPOSITOAV WEEDENS STRAW HAT CLEANER Two cents will tide your last season's hat over till the summer styles are due. You should try it at least. toe package cleans five hats. THE WEEDEN DRUG COMPANY 1X1 Main St., Phone No. 2. OSHKOSH. WIS. OUR BUSINESS TO SELL YOU Athletic and Sorting Go m|s. We have the stock and facilities, hut we cannot complete the transaction without your assistance. May we have it? DUNHAM-FULTON GUN CO. 37 Main Street. Opposite Ceape Street. OSHKOSH, WIS. For Kidney and Backache use SCHMIDTS • KIDNEY BACKACHE PILLS Nothing Better. Try them. SCHMIDTS DRUG STORE 191 Main Street, OSHKOSH, WIS. BANNERS - We are showing the largest stock of these goods in the city, including State Normal. Wisconsin, Lawrence. Ripon, Yale. Harvard, Michigan and Princeton Pennants, ranging in price from 15c to $2.25. i« X 1909 Normal Class Pennants just received. L. O. CHASE 193 MAIN. Cor. CHURCH. GENAL BROTHERS Formerly C. W. Lea's. IRVING STREET MARKET A clean, up-to-date market, where you can get at all times the Choicest Meats and Fresh Sausages. Orders taken and delivered promptly. PHONE 1 4. Good Things to Eat. School Supplies. Call and Sec. J. F. CLARK GROCER 63 McKinley avenue, Oshkosh, Wis. IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE If you order only a dollar’s worth of work, we will take as much pains with it as if it were a hundred dollars’ worth. And you will find our prices right. A satisfied customer is more to us than a little extra profit. st hv ELLSWORTH’S PR1NTERY ecVcnieTioN 208 MAIN STREET KSJJirS WILSON’S house. MUSIC STORE 169 MAIN ST.- 115 MAIN STREET. EVERYTHING IN MUSIC GOOD CLOTHES PIANOS TO RENT. FOR MEN AND BOVS. KOLB’S PURE CANDIES, ICE CREAM AND ICES 147 MAIN STREET PHONE 1778 T. LUCK PHOTOGRAPHER i i Main St. Phone 2276. OSHKOSH, W1S. GO TO LUEBKE’S BAKERY FOR FINE BAKING ICE CREAM AND CANDIES. 303 Elm Street. Telephone 1202. Established 1848. Incorporated 1894. Hay Hardware Co. Phone 332. No. 75 Main Street. OSHKOSH, WIS. WE GUARANTEE QUALITY AND PRICES In comparing prices, quality must also be considered. EV ERYBODY SPEAKS INVEST Well of Our Shoes. I-CIGGEST -Lousiest 0. A. HAASE Laundry in Town fc.t Main Street OSHKOSH’S LARGEST SHOE STORE, “GILLEN’S RCPAIRIfjQ—'QUICK ANO NEAT 51-53 HIGH ST. PHONE 108. Manzer’s Hook Store THE U7 MAIN STREET Ralph M. Burtis HOOKS, STATIONERY. PERIODICALS, Company ARTISTS’ MATERIALS. EVERYTHING IN HARDWARE. FOUNTAIN PENS, CAMERAS, AND PHOTO SUPPLIES. Large Stock. Courteous Treatment, Fair Treatment. Developing Plates and Film, and Finishing 175-177 MAIN STREET, Photos a Specialty. Oshkosh, Wis. The Soper Furniture Company 4! MAIN STREET. Undertaking a Specialty Phone 1 louse 38. Phone Store 31. VYc Guarantee every pair of Glasses we Fit to Rive Satisfaction or Money Refunded. We arc Expert Watch Makers and make a Specialty of Repairing High Grade Watches. J. R. Chapman Co. 128 Main Street. OSHKOSH, VVIS. Watch Inspectors for C. N. W. Ry.. C. M. St. P. Ry.. W. C. Ry. WE ARE WEI.I. PREPARED To take care of any excursion parties wishing anything in the line of fruit. Everything of the best. THE CHICAGO FRUIT STORE New Location. 139 Main Street. Phone 338.