University of Wisconsin River Falls - Meletean Yearbook (River Falls, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 188 of the 1924 volume:

em COPYRIGHTED DONALD C. BOARDMAN Editor-in-Chief CARROLL J. BROWN Business-Manager jforetoorti fN THIS, the Meletean of 1924, we, the staff, have striven to paint a true picture of the life and activities of the student body. If this annual shall now, and in future years, serve to renew old acquaintances and recall pleasant associations, if it achieves its aim by portraying the true spirit of our zAlma 'Mater, then we shall) feel that our efforts have been successful. . Volume XIII of TIIE .M EL ETHAN Annual of The River Falls Normal School Published by THE SENIOR CLASS MCMXXIY ©tiler of Scenic Administration Semi- Centennial Classes; f lAthletics 'Organizations Features To H. E. Hayward, whose sound advice and helpful guidance have contributed much to this edition of the Mclctcan, we, the class of 1924, dedicate this annual. And may the tints forever, unmolested, O’er thy familiar portals cling, “.Vo Irntlh of lime, hotceter steal. Can lake Ikeir memory quite avay. 1 I Thy branches oil remember Bui winter wilh a fairer grace , Their green felicity. Hath now enfolded thee.” PRES. J. H. AMES The Faculty IRMA HATHORN M. A. Columbia University Dean of Women m H. HAYWARD A. II. University of Minnesotu Dean of iten — Biology LLOYD GOBLE A- M. University of Illinois Prin. Grammar Dept. English NELLE L. SCIILOSSER Boston School of Expression English and Expression ORVILLE M. HANNA A. B. Franklin College English LUCILLE L. II AD DOW A. M. University of Wisconsin English Serenleen The Faculty J REXFORD S. MITCHELL A. It. Lawrence College Cities and Public Speaking MAUD A. LATTA A. M. University of Chicago History WALTER B. DAVISON A. M. University of Wisconsin Prin. Intermediate Department History and Social Science JAMES I. MALOTT A. M. University of Missouri Prin. Rural Department Eduealion WALTER II. HUNT Ph. M. Valparaiso University Prin. Principals' Department Education HENRY B. DAVEE Ph. B. University of Wisconsin Supt. Training Department Education Eighteen The Faculty II. G. ANDERSON M. S. University of Wisconsin Agricultural Economics OLIVE S. TILTON Ph. B. University of Chicago Mathematics CHARLES G. STRATTON A. B. Michigan Normal College Geography, Geology GLEN P. JUNKMAN Ph. B. University of Wisconsin Mathematics ERASMUS A. WHITENACK A. B. Rutgers College Foreign Languages mary b. mcmillan A. M. University of Wisconsin Mathematics Nineteen The Faculty KUDOU'll A. KARGES I’li- M. University of Wisconsin Prin. II. S. and Jr. II. S. Dept. Chemistry JAMES P. JACOBSON M. S. University of Wisconsin Physics E. J. PRUCHA B. S. University of Wisconsin Agriculture JOHN M. MAY B. S. A. Kansas Agricultural College-Director of Agriculture Agriculture ARTHUR N. JOHNSON B. S. University of Wisconsin Agriculture ROY E. SPRIGGS B. S. Kansas State Agricultural College Agricultural Mechanics Twenty The Faculty WILLIAM SEGERSTKOM Stout Institute Manual Training EDITH WRBERG Stephens Point Normal Home Economics ALBERTA M. GREENE Chicago Art Institute Arl MARVIN D. GKERE Warren Conservatory of Music Director of Music Dept. Music LILLIAN B. CLAWSON Kalmaxoo Normal School Assistant in Arl ETHEL LEMMER University of Wisconsin Music Twenty-one The Faculty OTTO EGGEBRECI1T CATHERINE A. ROHERTY ROLAND VERRETTE A. B. University of Wisconsin Physical Training La Crosse Normal School Physical Training Ph. B. Ripon College Mathematics MARY BRADLEY Wisconsin Library School Assistant Librarian ELIZABETH J. FLEMING Lake Forest University English, Junior High School NATHALIE DELANDER University of Minnesota Geography and IIislory, Jr. II. School Tnenty-ttco The Faculty MARGARET E. ROESKE A. B. Ripon College Geography and Hist., Jr. II. School RUSSELL JOHNSTON A. B. Washington and Jefferson College Principal Junior nigh School MABEL L. BRIDGES A. B. University of Nebraska Supervisor of Elementary Grades LAURA E. KELLAR University of Minnesota Crilic, Pi lh and Sixth Grade LUCILE M. FOBES Columbia University Primary Crilic IRMA B. ARMSTRONG B. S. Columbia University Second Grade Crilic Twenty-three The Faculty MATTIE B. HOWEI.L INA M. KNIGHT Columbia University Crilic, Third and Fourth Grades River Falls Normal School Assistant Critic, Third and Fourth Grades ETHEL WEST Chief Clerk ALICE MONTEITH Clerk Tvenlyfour Tvenly-fitt Winter Scene on the South Hall Campus T‘xetuysix SEMI-CENTENNIAL 1874-1924 'TVcIIS issue of the Meletean marks the fiftieth anniversary of the River Falls State Normal School. For fifty years this school has been sending out from its doors teachers who have done much toward making the lamp of learning burn brighter in the schools of Wisconsin. It has had a glorious history, one of which we of 1924 should be extremely proud. In the following paragraphs, we have gleaned for your benefit a few of the interesting items from the past records of our school with the hope that you will understand and appreciate as never before the 1924 session of the River Falls State Normal School. Many interesting occurrences have come about since the first normal school building was erected in River Falls. Let us, in looking back to 1875 when our first normal school was organized, compare the living and educational conditions of our predecessors to those we now encounter. The River Falls Normal School was the fourth to be established by the board. It opened with a larger attendance than had been enrolled in any other Wisconsin normal school at its opening — two hundred and fifty-nine students, with nine teachers to undertake the tasks which have so enlarged that it is now necessary to employ a faculty of forty members to perform them. When vacation came, students were handicapped by poor transportation conditions; since Hudson, twelve miles from River Falls, was the nearest railway station, and could be reached only by a daily stage from Ellsworth and a tri-weekly from Prescott. If the length of the school term has anything to do with the knowledge the average student acquires, the students in 1875 had four weeks advantage over us. Their school session lasted forty weeks, and was organized into three terms. It is interesting to note that candidates for admission into the school were required to bring a '‘nomination” from the superintendent in whose district they resided, certifying to their age, moral character, physical health, and residence in Wisconsin. On arrival at the school, candidates had to show by written examination that their scholarship was sufficient to attain an average of sixty per cent in all branches prescribed by law for a third grade certificate, except in Theory and Twnly-tighl W. D. Parker 1875-1889, 1895-1898 J. O. Emery 1889-1893 Art, United States History, and The Constitution. Also, students on arrival at school had to sign a declaration testifying that their purpose in seeking admission into the school was to fit themselves for teaching, and that it was their intention to teach in Wisconsin. In 1882, an age requirement of sixteen was added to the requirements thus far made. The living expenses in earlier days were naturally much less than we find them today. Until about 1890, living expenses were estimated at about three dollars a week in private families, and at two dollars a week in self boarding clubs. However, students had one expense which we do not have: they were required to pay rent amounting to one dollar a year on their text-books. Much alarm was occasioned in the town, when, on the evening of November 29, 1897, the fire bell vigorously began to peal out its alarm. Added excitement was caused when it was announced that the normal school was the victim of the flames — the origin of which was unknown. The greater part of the reference library, together with much of the movable furniture, was saved. Without loss of time the school was housed in churches and society rooms, generously tendered by citizens of the town, and the work went forward without serious interruption. Although the fire of 1897 caused a serious inconvenience, still, the new building constructed in 1898, being a model of comfort and convenience, proved an ideal place in which to conduct a normal school. The summer session custom has not been in existence as long as the regular sessions. Not until 1909 was the new plan of six weeks of summer school adopted. In 1912, a special department of agriculture was put into the school. A tract of fifteen acres of land directly west of the normal school campus was purchased in 1913. and later in the year, an additional tract of thirty acres was added for use as a school farm. Tu'cnly-Hiite W. J. Brier 1S99-I909 It was a memorable day when in 1911 the legislature appropriated $30,000 for a Training School Building. At that time, the school occupied the present South Hall, with an enrollment of about three hundred students. In 1913, the appropriation was increased to $124,000 for an Agriculture Science Building which was built and completed in the summer and fall of 1914. This building relieved the crowded conditions considerably. The world war affected the Normal most profoundly. From 1917 on, young men withdrew from school to enter the service. Departments of the school in which men ordinarily enrolled, were greatly depleted, until by the fall of 1918 there were practically no men enrolled in the Agriculture Department. When the United States government inaugurated the policy of establishing Student Army Training Corps in the colleges of the country, the River Falls Normal School immediately made application and was designated as an institution in which such military units might be organized. In carrying out this policy, a member of the faculty and a group of students were trained at Fort Sheridan in the fall of 1917, and were returned to the school in the fall as non-commissioned officers in charge of the unit. The state, under the supervision of the United States government, built barracks upon the south campus. With the signing of the armistice in November, 1918, the unit was disbanded, and the barracks were transformed into shops for the Agriculture-Mechanics Department. The commencement exercises in 1919 included a Homecoming and Memorial Day program, held in honor of the River Falls men who were engaged in militarv and naval service. One feature of the program was the unveiling of a bronze memorial tablet carrying the names of the eight River Falls men who lost their lives during the war. This tablet will be found in the corridor of the second floor of North Hall. The war also greatly affected the cost of living for students. The cost of board from 1918 to 1920 practically doubled the cost previous to the war, students being required to pay from five to seven dollars a week. Thirty J. w. Crabtrbb 1911-1917 The war brought about a decided decline in the enrollment of the school; and a large proportion of the young men who did enroll sought the normal schools only to take advantage of its educational opportunities; not to enter the teaching profession. The shortage of teachers throughout the country, resulted in a large number of young people entering the teaching work without professional preparation. High wages and salaries paid in industrial lines, drew young people away from the normal schools into industries. We have much to be proud of in the history of the athletics of our school. During the past six years, two state championships in football and three in basketball have been won by River Falls teams. Teams representing the school have also won the championship of the northern district of the state in football and basketball for the last seven years with only two exceptions in football and one in basketball. Not only have we to be proud of our athletic record, but also, of our debate record. In 1922, the River Falls debate teams won state Championship. It might be interesting for students to know that two hundred forty-one different teachers have at sometime or other taught in our normal school. The development of the school can most readily be traced by the decided growth in its enrollment. Two hundred fifty-nine students constituted the enrollment at the time the school was first established. Six hundred is the approximate enrollment now, which indicates a steady growth. Since the Presidents of the school have been largely responsible for the increased development, it is of interest to all to know their names, and the order in which they served. W. D. Parker (1875-1889) (1895-1898) H. L. Wilson (1909-1911) J. 0. Emery (1889-1893) J. W. Crabtree (1911-1917) John Hull (1893-1894) J. H. Ames (1917-1924) W. J. Brier (1899-1909) Thirty-one The Semi-Centennial Celebration and Pageant 187411924 (COMMENCEMENT time will always hold a large place in the lives of the members of the Class of 1924. To them it is a time for memory and for gladness, but to them and to thousands of other friends and beneficiaries of this school our graduation season has even deeper significance, for this year our Alma Mater rounds out the fiftieth year of her life. In fitting recognition of this golden anniversary of the founding of our school, commencement time has been set apart for a great, devotional birthday-gathering with former presidents, former faculty members, hundreds of former students, and thousands of the school’s warm friends as guests. Ranking chief among the events planned for this celebration is the Pageant, the outline of which we here present. DESCRIPTION OF THE PAGEANT The Pageant is concerned with the development of this region from barbaric times to 1874, and with the development of River Falls State Normal School through a half-century to the living present. The general theme of the Pageant is the bringing forth of Alma Mater as a child of the Spirit of Education, and the fostering and development of the school through the co-operative efforts of the State of Wisconsin and the community of River Falls. This theme is developed through four principal characters:—The Spirit of Education, the fostering Spirit of the State, the Spirit of River Falls, and the Spirit of Alma Mater. The theme is realistically developed in five distinct Episodes. In the Prelude, the three Interludes, and the Postlude all of the portrayal is symbolic. Throughout the entire performance the action is interpreted by the Herald, who speaks all of the lines, by fitting orchestration, by interpretative dances, and by songs rendered by a large, select chorus. The complete cast, including dancers and musicians, comprises about five hundred people. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE J. M. May Elmer Benson H. E. Hayward Jay H. Grimm W. B. Davison Mary B. McMillan Lucile Haddow J. H. Auks 1017-1024 Tkirtf-tiso PRODUCING ORGANIZATION J. M. May............................................ ..................Business Manager W. B. Davison ......................................................................Author H. E. Hayward......................................................................Pageant Director M. D. Geere ............................................................Director of Music Catherine Roherty.......................................................Director of Dances Alberta Greene ............................................Director of Costumes and Design Nells L. Schlosser...................................................Director of Dramatics W . Segerstrom ......................................................Director of Mechanics C. G. Stratton ...................................................................Scenic Manager Roy E. Spriggs.................................................................Electrician EPISODE MANAGERS I. E. J. Prucha IV. J. P. Jacobson II. Irma B. Armstrong V. Elizabeth Fleming III. Mary B. McMillan SYNOPSIS Prelude The prelude, consisting of the prologue by the Herald, the overture by the orchestra, and a dance of Children of the Night, not only introduces the main theme of the Pageant, but indicates the larger conception of human development from savagery to civilization, and the continual struggle for educational advancement everywhere. With such lines as these spoken by the Herald the audience is welcomed, and the foundation laid for the ensuing action. Ye sons and daughters of the hardy band Who cleared this fertile soil beneath our feet,— Alt ye adopted heirs to this fair land With Nature's richest blessings so replete,— .1 nd all ye many who in days of youth At this dear shrine hath eagerly received From Education's hand the torch of Truth Beneath whose rays so much has been achieved,— To you we bring thru song and pageantry In tribute to the school each heart reveres This story from the scroti of history Whose stirring scenes fill half a hundred years. To each of you and every loyal friend A heartfelt welcome we tonight extend! Tkiilylkrte EPISODE I In the Days of the Red Men. , A day out of the years preceding the coming of white settlers to this section of Wisconsin — about 1750. Four scenes depicting life in an early Indian village in the St. Croix Valley. FIRST INTERLUDE The Dance of the Gifts of Nature. EPISODE II In the Days of the Pioneers, 1850 - I860. First Movement — , The coming of Mr. Joel Foster and other early settlers to the valley of the Kinnikinnic. Early home life. Second Movement — Civil War days. The response of River Fall’s people to the Nation’s call. SECOND INTERLUDE The Coming of Education. A symbolic portrayal of the Spirit of River Falls and her urgent appeal to the Spirit of Education who comes with her offspring, Alma Mater, to dwell here in the temple which the Spirit of the State promises to erect for them. EPISODE III The Founding and Development of the School, 1874- 1900. Four scenes depicting the founding and establishment of the River Falls State Normal School. Emphasizes the spirit of co-operation which made the school possible, and reveals the dominant features of school life in the earlier years. THIRD INTERLUDE The Dance of the Flames. Commemorating the burning of Alma Mater's first home in 1897. EPISODE IV Utter Days, 1900- 1918. First Movement — A review of the school’s development thru nearly a score of years, with emphasis upon the administrations of the presidents who served here through those years. The dedication of North Hall. Second Movement — Through the days of the Great War. The response of the School and the community to Co-umbia's call. EPISODE V Recovery and Progress, 1918 to the present. A review of present-day Normal School activities, with emphasis upon Alma Mater’s great mission and spirit of service. POSTLUDE The final tableau reveals Alma Mater and her supporting Spirits on an elevated dais holding aloft torches, with the entire cast of the Pageant Pledge Song and the following lines by the Herald, Alma Staler ours, again we come lo thee! Tho records Jew we bring and few may claim Yet, slill we would Ihy loyal children be, And in proud toast again would praise Ihy name. A most unworthy son indeed is he Who in thy halls his earlier years would spend, A nd then forget the debt he owes lo thee Or, thankless, fail in praise his voice lo lend. n and about the stage. With the singing of the the pageant of loyal devotion and tribute closes. New homes, new forms and faces hate we found; We may in other climes our work pursue. But fast within our memories still are bound The lessons dear which have been taught by you. So, Mother ours,—our Friend, and Guide in one— With heart accented thoughts we bring lo thee This meagre record of the things we've done, These little proofs of lasting loyalty. Thirty-four CLASSES Mark Saxton R. Mitchell Wallace Cole Graduate Senior Class Adviser—Mr. Mitchell Officers 1st Semester 2nd Semester Mark Saxton.................Pres......................Wallace Cole Raymond Hoffman............V. Pres............Henry Tranmal Edith E. Nelson.............Sec..........................John Hoar Blake Phillips..............Treas..........Lincoln Halvorsen THE opening of school for the year 1923-24 showed the largest enrollment up to date of students who would complete the three year course in June. Our members have taken an active part in all lines of school life, though we are the smallest class in school. We were represented in athletics by Wallace Cole, on the football team, and Ezra Hutchinson, on the basketball team. Two of our members, Ramola Cheney and Harvey Wanish, were on the debate squad. Wallace Cole and Myron Heebink have been members of the Boy’s Glee Club while Edith Nelson has been a member of the Girls’ Glee Club. She also holds a place on the personnel of the orchestra. Amy Fuller is our dramatic lady. Mark Saxton was our athletic editor on the Student Voice Staff for 1924, and Ramola Cheney a reporter for 1923-24. Buford Smith and Harvey Trelevan were photographers for the Melctcan for the year 1923. The rest of the class have equally done their part in promoting school spirit. As we leave you, we hope we have made the River Falls Normal School a better school by our presence. TMirly-eigkl V11.MAM ANDERSON ................Fisk Creek Andy” Agri. and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. ’24; Agrifnllinn ’24. “I’m a one-girl man.” ARMANI) W. BAUER............Wisconsin Rapids Ike” Agri. and Principals N. C. A. '22, ’23; Agrifullian ’22, ’23, ’21; Trees. '22. ■ “A woman is only a woman, bill a good cigar’s a smoke.” STANLEY HERO,MAN..................River Falls “Bcrgy” Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23; Basketball ’23, 24. “His way through school is lined, like the Mississippi, with bluffs. ROMOLA CHENEY.....................Riser Palls History and English Civic Club ’22. ’23, ’24; Pres. ’22; Aurelia ’22, ’23, ’24; Student Voice ’22. ’23, '24-Debate ’24. “She always, always, recilales, and never, never, hesitates.” WALLACE COLE.......................Ashland Wally” Math, and Science Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; Football ’22, ’23; Glee Club '22, ’23, ’24; Vice-Pres. Senior Class ’23; IL Pres. ’23. • Disguise your bondage as you will, Tis woman, woman, rules you still A M Y FULLER..................River Falls Jr. High Math, and English Aurelia ’23, ’24. Being good is suck a lonesome task” RHINEHART GRUBER...................Stanley m Rhiney” Agri. and Principals N. C. A. ’22, ’23, ’24; Agrifallian ’22, ’23, ’24. “Blessed is a single man, for he can double at leisure.” LINCOLN HALVERSON...................Osseo Link” Math, and Science Lincolnian ’22, ’23, ’24. “If you want learning, you must work for it. . Tbirly-niite MYRON LAWRENCE IIEEBINK . .. Baldwin “Mike” Agri and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. 24} Give Club ’24; Agrifallian '22, ’23. ilA genial disposition brings its own reward and many friends. JOHN HOA K......................Shell Lake “Jerry” High School “A great spender — of words. RAY HOFFMANN....................Sheboygan “Ray” Agri. and Mechanics N. C. A. ’22, '23, '24; Agrifallian ’22, ’23. “117 A graceful steps he strides the street, and smiles at all the maidens sweet. EZRA HUTCHINSON.................Gilmanlon “Hutch” Basketball ’24. “A young man married is a young man marred.” EDWIN JOHNSON.................River Falls “Ed” Agri. and Principals Y. M. C. A. '22, '23, ’21: Agrifallian ’22, '23, '24; Trcas. ’23. He's a man's man. OTTO KRUEZIGER....................Roberts Agri. and Principals Agrifallian ’22, '23, '24. “Earnest in every endeavor; a hard worker, and a good fellow. william McLaughlin................PMswonh “Bill” Math, and Science 4L Trcas. '23: Lincolnian ’22, ’23, ’24. Girls, he’s engaged — pass on. HAROLD MAGNUSSEN...................4 ugusta Agri. and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. ’24; Agrifallian ’23, ’24. He speaks, behaves, and acts just as he ought. HU EDITH NELSON . . River Falls “K” History and English Y. W. C. A. '23, ’24; Glee Club 23; Aurelia 23. ’24; Pres. ’23; Orchestra ’24; Secretary Third Year Seniors ’23. She sits in her study nook, with her elbows on a book. ............River Falls Jett Math, and Science Y. M. C. A. ’20, ’21. '23; 4L '21: Lincolnian ’24. “Seen often, but seldom heard. V. C. PINTER.........................Stanley Agri. and Mechanics N. C. A. ’22, ’23, '24; Agrifallian ’21. “He's just as harmless as he looks. ALP RASMUSSEN.....................River Palls Math, and Science Y. M. C. A. ’22, '23, ’24; 4L 24. “Sober, but not serious; Quiet, but not idle. LESLIE REARDON....................River Falls “Tubby” Science and History N. C. A. 22, ’23, ’24; Lincolnian ’24; Tis he, I know him by his walk. MARK SAXTON.........................Ellsworth “Sax” Science and Math. N. C. A. 24; Lincolnian ’24; Pres. Third Year Class ’24; Student Voice Staff ’24; Meletcan Staff ’23. “A man scientific whose knowledge is perfectly terrific. BUFORD SMITH...........................Viola Agri. and Principals Agrifallian ’22, ’23, ’24; Camera Club 22, '23, ’24; Mclctcan Staff ’23. “Give me a camera and some one to pose. II EXRY TRANMAI................... Washburn “Hank” Agri. and Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23, 24; Camera Club ’23, ’24; Agrifallian ’22, '24; 4L ’24. -4m earnest, honest ambition will overcome all obstacles. Ftirly-ONr HARVEY TRELEVEN.....................Omto Anri, and Science Y. M. C. A. ’22, ’23, '24; Agrifallian ’22, ’23; Camera Club ’23, ’24; Mcletean Staff 23. He works and strolls so faithfully.” HARVEY WANISII...........................Boyd Agri. and Principals N. C. A. ’23, ’24; Agrifallian ’22, ’23, '24; Lincolnian ’23, ’24; 4L ’24. “ love myself; there is no competition.” FRANK WALQUIST............................Osceola “Hank; Agri. and Principals Agrifallian ’22, ’23, ’24. My last year's picture; I was younger then than I am now.” EM IL WI EGAN I)..........................A u gusto , , Wig” Math, and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. ’22, ’23, ’24. I sec the right to approve and to condemn the wrong, and the wrong do not pursue.” OTHER GRADUATE SENIORS ROY FOR EH AN I).....................Rner Falls Agri. and Mechanics ARTHUR XVALSDOR F..............Stanley Math, and Science Putty too Forty‘three Forty-four Raymond Hp.ppron II. E. Hayward Wayne Taylor 1st Semester Raymond Heffron Joe Shannon..... Grace Miller .... Virgil Volla.... Senior Class Adviser—Mr. Hayward Officers ........ . Pres....... . .......V. Pres... .......... Sec....-... ........Trees......... 2nd Semester .. Wayne Taylor .....Bessie Moe Malcom Madison ... .Virgil Volla Forty-six REX ADAMS........................Eleva Agriculture and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; Agrifallian ’23. “Adam's rib has been the cause of all his troubles. CARLETON C. AMES............ ..River Falls “King” High School Y. M. C. A. '23, ’24; Lincolnian ’23, ’24; 4L ’24; Editor-in-Chief of Student Voice ’24; Band ’24; Debate ’24. “And they called him “King”, for he did conduct affairs exceedingly tveil. RUBY AUDETTE...............River Falls Grammar Grades Y. W. C. A. ’24. “What's the use of teaching all my life, When I've a good chance of being some man's wife. MARGARET BAILEY.............River Falls “Marg” Senior High School Y. W. C. A. ’23; Cabinet ’24: G. O. P. ’23, ’24; Geneva delegate ’23; Scc’y Senior Class '23; Debate 23. ’24; Student Voice ’23, ’24; Meletcan ’24; Pres. In-ternormal Forensic League ’24. “She travels safe who is guided by love.” ARTHUR BEHNKE................Park Falls “Art” M ath. and Science Y. M. C. A. ’23, Vicc-Pres. ’24; Lincolnian ’23, ’24; 4L ’24; Debate ’23, ’24. “Christian endeavor and fussing go hand in hand. RENA BELLUM....................Ingram Diploma Rural Rural Life Club. “That cool possession of herself. Forty-seven ABAGAIL BENNETT................River Falls • Gail” Grammar Grades G. A. A. ’22, ’23, ’24, Treas. 23; G. O. I . 23, ’24; Basketball ’22, Capt. ’24; Volley Ball ’22, ’24. “She does what slic will, when she will, and not unless she will. FLORENCE BENNETT.. .67. Paul, Minn. “Flo” Grammar Grades Y. W. C. A. ’23; G. A. A. ’23, ’24; G. 0. P. ’24; Basketball ’23; Volley Ball ’23, ’24; Track ’23. “Few people do all they arc supposed to do. She does — and more too. VIOLET BEST.....................Ingram Grammar Y. W. G. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24. “Modesty conceals her virtues. BERENICE BISHOP.................Webster “Bunnie” Grammar Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23; Debate ’24. “Oh, — I believe the boys are coming my way. INEZ BJERSTEDT............River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; Glee Club ’24. “She who keeps her heart rarely loses her head. DONALD C. BOAR DM AN. ..Glcnwood City “Don” Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; 4L '24; Lincolnian '24; Editor of Meletean '24; Treas. Junior Class ’23. “Better left unsaid. Porly-eithl CHA R LOTTE BRA K K KN............Cable “Shorty” Intermediate Y. W. C. A. ’24; Civic Club ’24; Glee Club ’24. “Small in size, bill great in energy GRANT BREITINGER......Spring Valley High School “Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we may die. CARROLL J. BROWN.............River Falls “Shrimp” 2 yr. Principals Y. M. C. A. '24; Lincolnian ’24; 4L ’24; Glee Club ’23; Student Voice Staff ’24, Business Manager ’24; Business Manager Mclctcan ’24. “Small men from small towns make big men in the world. IRENE BURCH...........................lioyccville Rural Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24; Rural Life Club ’24. “I'm just the right size. NORISSA CANNIFF .. Minneapolis, Minn. Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24. “Fair one, where did thou attain such brilliants on thy left hand. ARTHUR E. CARLSON...............Ashland “Carly” Math, and Science Y. M. C. A. ’24; Agrifallian ’23; 4L ’24; Track ’23. “Art for Art’s sake. Forty-nine ......Ingrain IRENE CARLSON............. I nter mediate Y. W. C. A. ’23, '24; Camera Club ’22, ’23, Pres. ’23. “She's backward about coming forward.” CATHERINE CHAPMAN...........River Falls “Kate” Junior High Y. W. C. A. Pres. ’24; Geneva delegate ’23; G. O. P. ’24; Oratory '24; Meletean ’24; Orchestra ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23, ’24. “She was fair, and there unto her life did rightly harmonise.” ETHEL CUDDEBACH................Hudson Intermediate Y. W. C. A. '23, ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. “Ninety-nine and forty-seven percent pure,” MARTHA DAY......................Hudson “Mart” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24. “Her ways arc ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.” LENORE DEM ULLING........River Falls “Minn” Primary N. C. A.’ 23; G. O. P. ’23, ’24. ‘All for the Love of M ike” MICHAEL DEMULLING.........River Falls “Mike” 2 yr. Principals N. C. A. ’24; Glee Club ’24: Social Committee ’24. Fifiy “Morning, noon, and night — Married.” I.UELLA E. DETERT.....................Ellsworth Grammar Y. W. C. A. ’24. She's slender, but her inlelleel belongs lo the heavy weight division .” MARY DITTES..............St. Paul, Minn. I nter mediate Y. W. C. A, Social Chairman ’24; Aurelia ’24; Glee Club ’24; Civic Club ’24; G. A. A. ’24. “Then let me soar and sing. LYDIA M. DOEPKE............Rice Lake “Dep” Grammar Grades Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24; Civic Club ’24; Glee Club ’24; Oratory ’24. “She voices her opinions lo the world LOUISE DODGE.................River Falls “Dodgic” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’22; G. A. A. ’23; Uke Club ’22; Glee Club ’21, ’22. “Men were born to lie, and women to believe them” CH ESTER DUMOND...............River Falls “Chet” ,-1 Agriculture and Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23; Agrifallian ’22, ’23. “Earnest in every endeavor, A hard worker and a good fellow. CARL ECK............................... Osceola High School Football ’23, '24. “ He knocks them cold on the football field.” Fi ly-onc Iron River MARGARET EGI)AHI Primary G. A. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24; Glee Club ’24. “When she sees a man she rims—toward him. E. F. EGGERS.......................Marshfield “Eggs” Principals Y. M. C. A. ’22, Vice Pres ’24; Lincolnian ’23, ’24. “A closed month catches no flies. EVELYN B. ELLIOTT.................Barren “Ev” Intermediate Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23; Mclctcan Staff1’24. “When I get married, I may not have a maid, but I'm sure to have a 'Butler'. MARY ENLOE....................River Falls High School Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Aurelia ’24. “Her neck may be a pillar of ivory, but not so her head. ORMA ERICKSON.................Athens Grammar Grades Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24. “When a child, she fell out of a window and came down 'plump'. SYLVIA ERICKSON..................Cushing Principals Civic Club ’24. “Nothing endures but character.” Fifiy-tKO VICTOR J. ERICKSON.............River Falls “Vic” Principals Y. Mi. C. A. ’24. “Red haired but not red-headed. JOSEPHINE M. ESKRA................Cable “Jo” Primary N. C. A. ’23, 'll; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. “She neglects her heart for her studies.” CLIFFORD EVENSON..............River Falls “Cliff” High School Mclctcan Staff ’24. “ ’ Tis quiet people who do the work.” GEORGE FI LI.A.......................Whitehall Principals N. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23. “There was a far way look in George's eye — he was looking at his feel. HELEN GALASKK....................Menomonic “Curly” Primary V. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. “ know her by her friendly air, her large blue eyes, and curly hair.” URSULA GAUVIN................Eau GdUe “Urs” High School N. C. A. '24; G. 0. P. ’24. “She loves only one man at a time.” Pi ly-lkrte River Falls JOYCE GERRISH........ Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. A. Ay '23, ’24. “A nylhing for a quiet life. MARGARET L. GIESE..............Mondavi “Marg” Intermediate Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23; Orchestra '24. “ You may have your automobiles, but give me my 'Bike'. KATHERINE A. GILMORE. . , lagar City “Kate” Junior High School Y. W. C. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24, Secretary; Glee Club ’23. “Another Diamond! Are there any more where that came from? ANNA GLEESON....................Mondavi Primary N. C. A. ’23, ’24; Aurelia ’23, ’24. A maiden of most dainty mien and build. VERA GRIFFIN..................River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A.’23,’24. A smile so broad that she must go through the door sideways. BERENICE GROOT.................Elmwood High School G. O. P. ’24; Orchestra ’24. “The great Gods touched thee with genial sunshine and good cheer. Fifty-four Mondovi MARIE HANLEY... Intermediate ‘Men may come and men may go. But I talk on forever.” DONALD HANLEY..........................Roberts Agriculture and Mechanics Agrifallian ’22, ’23, ’24. I am not a politician, and my other habits are good ” ELLEN CLAIRE HANSON..........Clear Lake Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. 0. P. ’23, ’24; Senior Class Play ’24. “ love the winter, for I have my ‘Cole ROYCE B. HANSEN..........Balsam Lake “Hans” Math, and Science Y. M. C. A.’24; Glee Club'24; Mclctcan Staff ’24; 4L ’24. Woof; Woof I am a bear” HAROLD HAROLDSON................Dallas Agriculture Agrifallian ’22, ’23. Girls, don’t look at me. I am so bashful.” MARIE HAUGII.................River Falls “John” Grammar N. C. A. Treas. ’23; G. A. A. ’23, ’24; G. 0. P. ’24. The optomisl the doughnut sees, the pes-semisl the hole. Fifty-fire BESSIE HAWKINS..................Hammond Principals and Supervisors N. C. A. ’24. “I'll find a way or make one. MAYME IIAWKINSON.............River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24. l,I don't want help, but give me 'Aide'. RAYMOND IIEFFRON... .New Richmond “He ff” Mailt, and Science N. C. A. ’24; 4L ’24; Pres. Senior Class ’23; Prom Chairman ’23. “No sinner or no saint perhaps, But then • the very best of Chaps. MARIE HEGGIC.....................Grontsburg Primary “ may be slow; but I am precious sure. GRACE HENDRICKSON...........Hammond “Jim” Math, and Science Y. W. C. A. ’20, ’21, ’22; Rural Life Club ’20; G. A. A. ’21, ’22, ’23. ’24; Volley Ball ’21, ’22, ’23, ’24. “Experience makes us wise. RUTH E. HOLDEN..................Elmwood Grammar Grades Y. W. C. A. ’22, ’23, ’24; Aurelia ’23, ’24; Civic Club ’24. “Ruth seems a quiet lass, Until we see her out of class. SecMcrville Shorty Agriculture and Principals Y. M. C. A. ’24; Agrifallian '23, '24. “He is like Christmas, — always coming. FRANCES HUGHES..................Roberts Fannie” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23; G. 0. P. '23, '24. Par you may search e’er you will find One so generous, fair, and kind. FAYTHE DELLA HYDLE................. .....................Minneapolis, Minn. Supervisors Y. W. C. A. '24. Married women arc out of the question. MYRTLE JACOBSON...............Wilson Myrt” Primary Y. W. C. A. '24. Gentle — like a May morning. REYNOLD A. JENSEN. .Sleepy Eye, Minn. Jens” Math, and Science Y. M. C. A. '23, Pres. ’24;'Civic Club ’23, '24; 4L ’24; Football ’23; Meletean Staff ‘24; Extemporaneous Speaking ’24. “Ah! So this is true love. MARJORIE J EW ELI...............Rhinelander “Marj” Intermediate N. C. A. ’24; G. O. P. '24; Glee Club ’24. “A musician, a scholar, and a good sport. Pi ly-seren Baldwin ROSE JOHNSON............. Inter mediate Y. W. C. A. ’24. “Love isn't logical, give me logic. ESTHER JOHNSON..............Dccr Park Rural ' Y. W. C. A. ’24; Rural Life Club ’24. “Art thou gentle and demure, or do thy looks belie thee? ELIZABETH ANN JONES.............Roberts Grammar Grades G. A. || ’24. “Humble and steadfast, quiet and true. Teaching is just the vocation for you. HENRY JULIEN................Maiden Rock , “Hank” Agriculture and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. '24; Agrifallian ’24. “Once we caught him studying, just once. LEROY KAPPI.ER..............Maiden Rock “Kep Agriculture and Mechanics Agrifallian ’23 Cccrctary '23. “He who hath heard the call of the wild. LUCILE KEES.................River Falls “Lucy” Primary Y. V. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24; Camera Club, ’24, Pres. ’24. “She smiles and while she smiles, others smile. ROY KEES River Falls High School Football ’24; Basketball ’24. “There arc metres of accent and metres of lone, but the one I like best is to meet her alone. NELLE KNIGHT....................Wilson “Nell” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24; Glee Club ’23, ’24. “ You can manufacture blonds, but reds come naturally.” ELMER KOENIG.........................IVabeno “Elmer Tuggles” Agri. and Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23; Agrifallian '23, '24. Mr. Koenig delights in buying peanuts for the ladies.” MILDREI) K USCHEL...........River Falls rf “Mid” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. “A studious maid. HAROLD LAWRENZ.......................Reedsburg Agri. and Principals 4L ’24; Agrifallian ’23, ’24. “Don't worry about the first one, there will be others along in a minute. ROY LEH MAN.........................A Ima Principals V. M. C. A. ’24; Camera Club ’24, Secretary ’24. Here I am, gentlemen — a pretty smooth piece of work as you will observe. Fifty-nine Shell Lake FRED LENNERTZ.......... “Fred” Principals 4L. ’24 “Napoleon was small, and so am I .” LYLE LEWIS...........................Roberts Mathematics and Science Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24. “The reason that I do not dance is because I never learned how to “step. MYRTLE LINDGREN. Taylor Falls, Minn. Principals Y. W. C. A. ’24. “She is one of those few people whom nobody knows anything mean about. ALICE LINDQUIST..............River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club. ’24. “Her own thoughts are her chief companions. CA R ROL LI N DQUIST.........River Falls “Bud” Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; Student Voice ’23, ’24. “The only way to have a friend is to be one.’’ £ CHARLOTTE McLEOD ...........Menomonie “Charlie” Intermediate Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. 0. P. ’24. “Dear Mamma, send me ten cents, I want to be wild. LAURA McNAMARA..........Nap Richmond “Mac” Intermediate N. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. O. P. ’23, ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. If she's from New Richmond, I know she's a Swede. FLAVIEN M A RTELI................Somerset “Frcnchy” Principals “Paries tons Francaise? GLADYS ANN MASON..............Stone Lake “Slim” History and Social Science Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24, Trcas. ’24; Civic Club ’23; G. 0. P. ’24. “She stoops to nothing but the door. HELEN MERRILL................River Falls “Maggie” Intcr mediate Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23; G. A. A. ’24. “Andy Gump can't compare with my Andy. CONSTANCE MILLER...........Bay City “Connie” Grammar N. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. 0. P. ’23, ’24; Orchestra ’23, ’24; Band ’24; Glee Club '24. “She wields a mean 'sax'. GRACE MI LLER..................... Ienomonie Jr. High School Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24; G. O. P. ’24; Aurelia ’23. “Smiles, smiles, mending smiles, In radiant lines for miles and Myles. Sixly-onc LED WIN M J A AN ES..................Clayton Agri. and Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23 ,’24; Agrifallian ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’24. “Much study has made him lean and lanky HERMAN MOLINE................River Falls “Poge” Football ’23, ’24, Captain ’24. “Our football star, at least he is always out nights.” KATHRYN MONTEITH...........Roberts “Kate” Primary G. O. P. ’23, ’24, Sec. ’24. “She has a way all her own FRANCES MOONEY...............River Palls ; “Fran” Senior High School Y. VV. C. A. ’23, '24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23, ’24; Aurelia ’24; Orchestra ’24. “ With a head as sensible as her heart is big. HELEN MOONEY.................River Palls “Hile” Senior High School Y. W. C. A. ’23; G. A. A. ’23; Glee Club ’23; Aurelia ’24; Civic Club ’24. “A talking machine would sound like a sphinx beside her” WILLIAM MOORE.....................Wabeno “Dinty Moore” N. C. A. ’23, ’24; 4L ’24. “Our little demon on the keys. Sixty-two GERTRUDE MURPHY.....................Ellsworth “Gert” nler mediate . N. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. 0. P. ’23, ’24, Treas. ’24. “.4 m Irish col ecu, esteemed by many, but more by Joe. AGNES NELL MYIIRE.................Washburn “Ag” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24; Glee Club ’24. “She combines those two qualities rarely found together, capability and jollity. BESSIE NEEDHAM.............River Palls High School Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23; Civic Club '24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24; Mclc-tean Staff ’24. “ Wisdom is my friend. DAVID NEEDHAM................River Palls “Dave” Agri. and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; Lincolnian ’23, ’24; Agrifallian ’23, ’24;. “A regular Sunday School boy. A I.B E RT NELSON............Mill town “AJV Pritieipals and Supervisors Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23, ’24. My hair was a golden net wherein to ensnare the hearts of women. ELECTA NELSON.....................Mondavi Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Camera Club ’24; G. A. A. ’24. “Short and sweet. Sixty-three mummmoh Plum City ICDWARI) NEWBERG......... “Ed” High School Y. M. C. A. '23, '24; 4L '24. “Wisdom of the heart rather than of the head. MILDRED NICHOLS...............Webster “Mid” Grammar Y. W. C. A. '23, '24, Secretary ’24; Civic Club '24; Aurelia ’24: G. A. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club '23. “A winning way, a pleasant smile, Dressed so neat, but quite in style. LEONE NOTH........................ Tomah .a. “Leonie” Supervisor's Y. W. C. A. '23, '24; G. A. A. '23, '24; Glee Club '23, '24; Civic Club '23, '24; Secretary '23. “One who is not afraid of quizzes, pleasant to all and minds her business. HELEN O’BRIEN.....................Roberts “Irish” nlcr mediate N. C. A. '23, '24; G. A. A. '24. “The people in River Palls really don't know me. REBA OIFERDAHL.................Hudson Primary Y. W. C. A. '23, '24; Orchestra '23, '24. work when 1 work, but fiddle when I play. ELERT OLSON.............Minneapolis, Minn. A griculture University of Minnesota ’23. “Knowledge is power, and therein lies my aim. Sixly-Jour V_ OR PH A OLSON....................Amery y.“01e” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; Rural Life Club ’22. “Just the nice kind. ANN O’MALLEY.......................Hudson Primary N. C. A. '23, ’24, Vice-Pres. ’23; G. O. P. ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. “She’s Irish in name, in manners, and wit, She's true as gold and as bright every bit. KENNETH OUTCELT............Balsam Lake Principals Y. M. C. A. ’24 “What God hath joined together let no man pul assunder. HENRY PEDERSEN.............River Falls ; “Hank” Agr. and Principals Y. M. C. A. ’22, ’23, ’24; Agrifallian ’22, '23, ’24; 4L ’24. “He never believes in having dates—figs are better.” LAURA PEDERSEN..............River Falls Primary G. 0. P. ’23. “She finds rest more agreeable than motion. VERNETT PETERSON.................Elcva “Pete” Math, and Science Y. M. C. A. ’22, ’23, ’24; 4L ’24. “And the Lord saw that it was not good for man to be alone. Sixty-five Durand HARRY POLZER........... Principals N. G. A. '24. “He has all the symptoms of having left a girl behind him. KENNETH PRESTON...........Spring Valley “Tuffy” High School Y. M. C. A. ’24; Lincolnian ’24; Debate ’24. “I never dare to be as funny as I can. ARTHUR PRILL...........................Bloomer Agri. and Principals Agrifallian ’23, ’24. “An upright, downright honest man. KATHLEEN QUINN.............Rice Lake “Quinn” Primary N. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. O. P. ’23, ’24. “Happy-go-lucky, fair, and free. Nothing there is that bothers me. SIGRID RASMUSSEN.............River Palls “Sig” History and Social Science G. 0. P. ’23, ’24; Student Voice Staff ’23, ’24; Meletcan Staff ’24. “The Gods gave you more than your rightful share, In making you as brilliant as you are fair. LOUANA ROGERS....................Cylon “Wayne” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’23, ’24. “A man in the case? Then I am interested. Sixty-six HARRY J. ROSE..................River Falls Agri. and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. ’24; Agrifallian. ’24 “There is still a chance for Ilerpccidc.” DOLLIE RUNDELL.................Roberts Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. O. P. ’24. “To be two years in love exceedeth a college education. RUTH SANDVIG..............Spring Valley Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24. “I cannot check my girlish blush. ANNAROSE SCHMIDT.............Park Falls “Anne” History and English College of St. Catherine ’22. N. C. A. '24; G. O. P. ’24; Civic Club ’24. “A little darling — isn't that delicate! ERNEST SCHMIDT...............Park Falls “Ernie” Math, and English N. C. A. ’23, ’24; V. Pres. ’24; Camera Club ’23, ’24; Melctean Staff ’24. “On his lofty brow, Nature hath impressed ‘ gentleman. MYRTLE C. SCORE...............Mcnomonic “Myrt” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24. “She wouldn't even give an echo fair Sixty-seven JEAN HARRIET SCOTT............Elk Mound “Scottie” Principals Y. W. C. A, ’23: G. 0. P. ’23, ’24; Orchestra ’23; Glee Club ’23, ’24. “ may be big, bul my heart is bigger. RUTH SCOTT....................River Falls “Scottie” I nler mediate Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. O. P. ’23, '24. “My idea of an agreeable person is a person who agrees with me. STACIA SHANNON............F.au dalle “Stac” Primary N. C. A. ’23, ’24; Aurelia ’23. “For I’m from the Emerald Isles.” FRANCES MARIE SHARAR.. .Clam Falls “Fran” Science and Math. Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; G. A. A. ’23; G. O. P. ’24; Meletean Staff ’24; Student Voice ’24; Senior Class Play ’24. “Jolly in disposition, and loyal in friendship.” HELEN ETHEL SHARP............River Falls “Joe” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24; Glee Club ’24. “I pity those who have lived without loving. ROCILE SIMONSON.................Menomonie Primary Y. W. C. A. '24. “ do nothing unconventional.” SHly-eight I.I I.AH SI M PSON.................Melrose “Shorty” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, ’24, Vicc-Prcs. ’24; Orchestra ’24. “Spoken for, but not taken. FLOY SLAUSON......................Hudson “Flops” History and English Y. W. C. A. '24; G. A. A. '23. “Sweet, simple, and girlish?” EVERETT H. SMITH............River Falls “Dizzy” Math and Science Lincolnian ’23, 24; Track ’23, ’24; Debate ’22, ’23, ’24; Alternate Oratory ’24. “Chase me, girls, I'm full of fun.’’ HOWARD SMITH..............River Falls “Red” Principals Glee Club ’24; Band ’ 4; Football ’23. “ take life easy, and I'll live till I die.’’ FRANCES SNOEYENBOS..............Baldwin “Fran” Junior High School G. 0. P. ’23, ’24. “No padlocks, bolls, or bars can secure a maiden so well as her own reserve.’’ VERNA SNOEYENBOS...............Roberts “Snowy” Intermediate Y. W. C. A. ’24. “Just the kind of a girl you’d like to know.” Sixty-nint FLORENCE C. SORENSEN...............Ellsworth Primary Y. W. C. A. '24; Glee Club ’23. “A disposition as sunny as her hair PHILIP SNOW........................Beldenville “Phil” Matk and Science “Keep busy to keep happy. CATHERINE STEPHENS...........Baldwin “Casey” I nter mediate N. C. A. ’24; Glee Club ’24; Basketball 23, ’24. “And she's Irish too, Oh dearie me. LUCILLE STEVENSON............River Palls I “Steve” Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, '24; G. A. A. '24. “Why don't the men propose, Mamma? Why don't the men propose?” GENEVIEVE STEWART..........River Falls “Gen” History and Social Science G. O. P. '23, '24; Student Voice '24; Meletean Staff '24. “Wisdom, wit, and grace are hers, But belter than these, pep. MAUDE STODDARD................Barron Primary Y. W. C. A. '24; Aurelia '24; G. A. A. '24. “In leaching she will make a rep. SetfHly JOHN STONE......................... Downing “Pebbles Science and Ma!it, Y. M. C. A. ’24; Camera Club ’24. “.4 short little boy with high ideals.” CLYDE TAYLOR..................River Falls Agriculture Y. M. C. A. ’23; Lincolnian ’23. On country lanes we’ll see him with his 'Lizzie:' WAYNE TAYLOR..................River Falls Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; 4L ’24; Mclctean ’24; Glee Club ’23, ’24; Pres. Senior Class ’24. “A good looker, a good talker, and a good dancer. BELDEX THELANDER............River Falls “Beldie A gri. and Mech. Agrifallian ’24. “Formed on the good old plan — a true, brave, and honest man FRED THOMPSON...............Elmwood High School “Oh yes, I love a lady JEANETTE THOMPSON...........Mondovi “Jean Jr. High School Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24; Camera Club ’24. “She can start the day off with a smile. Seventy-one LESTER TIMM Spring Valley “Timm” Senior High School “The world is no better if we worry. VERA TOUSLEY............Spring Valley Primary Y. W. C. A. ’23, '24. “Knowledge is no burden.” LUCILE TRUMBULL..........Maiden Rock “Trumbull” Grammar Y. W. C. A. '24. “ think and think and think—sometimes.” MARGUERITE TUCKER............Bay City Grammar Grades Y. W. C. A. '23, '24; Aurelia '23; G. A. A. '23, '24; Civic Club ’24. “Trifles make perfection, but perfection is no trifle. HELEN TUTTLE.............Balsam Uke “Tut” English and History Junior High Y. W. C. A. ’24; Civic Club ’23, Pres. '23. “A diligent student and a friend worth knowing.” WILMA URNESS........................Mondovi “Billy” Math, and Science G. A. A. '23, G. O. P. '23, '24, Pres. '24; Mclctcan Staff '24. “A girl of sheer determination. She says what she means and means what she says. L_ Serenty-!wO HAZEL VASEY........................Menomonie Supervisors Y. W. C. A. ’24; G. A. A. ’24, Pres. '24; Aurelia ’24; Glee Club ’24. “He that restraineth her, reslroinclh the wind” ''BCa nJoArt,- 1 I VIRGIL VOLLA...................... Holmcn ‘‘Villa” Mechanics Y. M. C. A. '24; Agrifallian ’23, ’24; Class Treas. '24; Football '23; 4L ’24. “Like a wild prairie flower, Growing wilder every hour. HARRY A. WALTER.....................Cochrane Principals What is home without a wife? FRANCES WEBSTER............River Falls “Fanny” Primary G. 0. P. '23, ’24; G. A. A. '24; Social Committee '24. The Harvest moon has a rival when she smiles. MARVIN WEBSTER....................Ellsworth “Web” Agri. and Mechanics N. C. A. ’23, ’24; Agrifallian '23, ’24. “Hot Heaven itself upon the past has power, What has been, has been, and I have had my hour. ROSE WERRELI..................Mondovi Primary N. C. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24. “-4 dainty, diminutive lassie, and always smiling. StTtHly-thrft ESTELLE ELIZABETH WESTLUND .................Rush City, Minn. Primary Diligently she wends her way.” ULE WHITE..........................Minong “Buck” Principals N. C. A. ’23; Vicc-Pres. Jr. Class ’23; 4L ’24. Small in stature, bill not in principle” EDNA WILCOX....................Rim Falls Primary Y. W. C. A, ’23, ’24; G. A. A. ’23, ’24. “To study or not lo study that is the question. OLIVER YOUNGGREN.............Rim Falls “Swede” Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23, ’24; Lincolnian ’21; 4L ’24; Cheer Leader ’24. “lit never could be called a Me in class, but he certainly was a shark at pep meetings” CARROLL GRUBB...........................ll'uLr oo Senior High School Y. M. C. A. f23, ’24. “A to man, who talks bul little” BESSY ELLEN MOK................River Falls “Ginger” Junior High School G. 0. P. ’23, ’24; Vicc-Pres. Senior Class ’24. “Individual in her thoughts and actions RONALD BAKER.................River Falls “Bake” Senior High School Lincolnian '23, ’24. “ There is a good deal of oratory in me, but, out of respect to Patrick Henry, I don't show it. ROLLAND DONOVAN..................Waterloo “Rollie” Principals Glee Club ’24; Y. M. C. A. ’24; Basketball ’23, ’24. “He goes about with head quite bare, To let folks see his curly hair. CYRIL GARDINER.................Elmwood “Buck” Principals Y. M. C. A. ’23; Football ’23, ’24; Baseball '23; Track ’23. “Not I haven't looked at it. MALCOM MADISON.................Colfax “Mac” Agriculture Y. M. C. A. '23, '24; Agrifallian ’23, ’24. “A prominent member of the Bachelors Club. FRANCES PETERSON...............Cumberland English and History, Junior High Y. W. C. A. ’24; Aurelia ’24; Civic Club ’24; G. A, A. ’23. “ With purpose in her work. MYLES SMITH......................Mondovi “Mike” Senior High School Football ’23, ’24; Basketball ’23; Baseball ’23; Student Social Committee ’24. “That reminds me—” Sfrtiily-six «r ?¥wogj«s Sexenly-seven Hanson Brown Sharar Senior Class Play “COUSIN KATE” Cast of Characters Heath Desmond...... Rev. James Bartlett. Bobby Spencer...... Mrs. Spencer....... Amy Spencer........ Jane. Kate Curtis....................................... .Carroll J. Brown ... Wayne Taylor .. Charles Dawson . Frances Webster .. Frances Sharar .. Ramola Cheney .... Ellen Hanson Brown Hanson Sharar Cheney Wxsbtbr Dawson Tayior Setenly-eighl Donald McKinnon M. A. Latta Lester Jacobson 1st Semester Donald McKinnon . . Helen Sutherland.. Viola Bailey...... Fred Wandrey...... Junior Class Adviser—Miss Latt OFFICERS .. .. ....Pres... ___...V. Pres..... ........Sec....... .......Treas...... 2nd Semester Lester Jacobson .. Bessie Newell Helen Anderson . ...Elmer Beran Highly Eisllly-one sr. ‘■Zt'lAi. jr sl THE JUNIOR CLASS 1 m Ms Kighly-faur iUali4 |lui i t Lundy- : lVUcllclJl.,!| mDiniU Cvjnow. G«'tnd. 1, � ,li- ■ttsrhh. i.PUrlc« JUNIOR CLASS JQraaKBMMBBMEiMi I iff IP Ri hty-five Eigfily-six LTl Oft . Sficiuflbein’ :r«Jf iq:- fbrord 5f|.vniGn SnMnr Juan.t.a SVv.1-01: CdwflrJ Spnejjfi|- . fMpM . Helen SutkcrKuid Oi;I ciV« n- • P� o Eighty-snen orscntt mceV fu|S7$ UBtSwfa Wte WiUon v S . flwmvVoun « --S- ■ THE JUNIOR CLASS BraHftM - r i' 'tJelyi UlriwUR E fl'T.un Spot ] 1 m! ,• • ” l SBuK DtroUw Eighty-eight HoHfco’ fwd Wand' ■Theo !crc Olson AJoysiuo Pbd I felly.1 Hilda MawVt f ydPta aty JUNIOR CLASS HKHh h � gj vn A d aq . ..,-, '« .Holen V ilcn ri A d: . R Cildvfell fiighly-nine ■ SNAPPY wMm wMmmm ■ ■ • g v- ■ ■ - Jr rA? 1 MiXV Lr, ■i-:7ES' HBEI t JP 1e£ 5 - V; '. (, C «¥ 1K jV indy UNDERCLASSMEN Third Year Class Adviser—Miss Weberg 1st Semester 2nd Semester Ida Blegen...................Pres...............Arnold Lundberg Lucille Olson...............V. Pres..............Lucille Olson Vernon Glaus.................Sec......................Katherine Kelly Theodore Goble...............Treas.........................Anna Kelly Ninety-lira ATHLETICS The Coaches COACH EGGI2BRECHT A word about Coach Eggcbrccht is a fitting introduction to Normal athletics. There is no question ns to his ability and faithfulness as a coach, for he has decidedly demonstrated his athletic knowledge in developing teams of championship caliber. Every Normal School fears Coach Eggebrecht and his athletic aggregation. The students and faculty admire his sportsmanship in taking defeat without bitterness and victory without pride. River Falls is fortunate to have so able a man to direct its athletics. COACH VERRETTE This is Coach Verrette’s first year at River Falls. Mr. Verrette comes to us with a wonderful record in football from Ripon College. He is further reputed as being one of the best track men in the state. Verrette is our able assistant-coach in football. His coaching of the “All Americans” furnished the first squad with efficient scrimmage practice. Since the work of the second team is essential to the success of the athletic program in any school, Mr. Verrette’s worth cannot be overestimated. aUiuirfi CAPTAIN MOLINE Left Tackle Captain “Poge” with his two years’ of experience, proved a very capable pilot for the team of ’24. From his previous position of center, which he held the past two years, he was shifted to left tackle for the football season. His ability to break through the opposing line and to nail the offense before it got started, made him an outstanding character. He was always on the alert and could readily anticipate a play. We shall need a good man to fill his place next fall. SMITH —Half Back (Captain Elect) Mike has played two years on the team as right half back. He possesses a natural ability to run with the ball in the open field. His quick tackling has made him a valuable asset on the offense. Possessing a clean, sportsmanlike attitude and a wonderful spirit of cooperation, Mike will make a capable guide for the team next year. ZIEBELL — Quarterback Ernie was the brains of the eleven. Not only this, but he was a triple threat man. His accurate passing, educated toe, and elusive open field running made Ernie one of the most feared men in the conference. Kau Claire will never forget him. Because of his stellar work, Ernie was put on the All-State team. Ernie leaves us in June with two years of good work behind him. iViucly-six COLE—Right Tackle For two years Wallie, like Poge, has delighted in stopping opponents before they could get started. His tackling was deadly; and his specialty was getting down on punts. When a hole for the backs was needed, Cole was dependable. Playing a hard consistent game at all times, Cole was indispensable in his position at right tackle. His empty place will give another good man a GARDNER —Left Guard Buck was shifted from the backfield to the position of left guard. Here he bolstered the supposedly weak line very greatly. His speed coupled with his strength and aggressiveness made “Buck’s” position a dangerous one for bis opponents to try. His work on offense was equally as good as on the defense. We hope to have Buck with us again next year. MAIER — Half Back This was Maicr’s first year on our team. The find of the season; a modest, bashful, football man, Maier was our plunging half-back. When the necessary yardage was in doubt, Maier was always called 'upon. His work in the Eau Claire game made him an outstanding character. Maier clearly distinguished himself on the defense also; not many backs could boast of having eluded him. Watch for him on the gridiron next fall. KEES— Half Back Although Kccs was small, he possessed a wealth of speed, that enabled him to hold down the position of right half-back on the squad. His specialty was heading an interference; and many of the long end-runs can be accredited to him. Although handicapped by his size, his tackling was sure and hard. He will be with us again next year, and big things arc predicted for him. FOLLANSBEE — Center Holding down a pivot position is no small job, by any means, especially for so small a man. In not a single game has Ed met a man as light as he; and in not a single game has he been outplayed. His aggressiveness and natural fighting ability made him a dangerous man on the offense as well as on the defense. Follansbee, without a doubt, will make a big man on the team next year. NELSON —Full Back Playing at full back position, Matt’s great hobby was intercepting forward passes. It became a mighty dangerous proposition for a team to use the passing game when Matt was in. His work in backing up the line was excellent also. Fighting fearlessly at all times, Matt might justly be called one of the gamest men on the team. We know that our next year’s opponents will be sorry that he will be back. Nintly-tighl QUANDT — Half Back Exhibiting the speed of a demon, Quandt clearly distinguished himself in the Eau Claire game. After pulling down a pass, he raced past two Eau Claire safeties for the only touchdown of the game. He was handicapped through most of the season by injuries, and was, therefore, unable to till his position as halfback in all the games. With great possibilities, and a year of experience, Quandt will be a big factor on next year’s team. RADEMACHER — Left End Playing left end, Radcmacher was nothing short of a marvel on the defense. Possessing a knack of eluding his opponent’s interference, he always came through with a clean tackle. When on the ofTense, Radcmacher was no slouch; we shall never forget his sensational seventy-yard dash for a touchdown after intercepting one of Stout’s passes. “Radey” will be here to help us again next year. HEGGEN — Right End Heggen put himself on the map as right end during his first year. His best work was on the defense where he made his hard, accurate tackling very evident. At least his opponents felt the forcefulness of his argument. Heggen will also be back on the gridiron next year. •V indy-nine INGLI — Left End Ingli showed a world of ability on the gridiron; and in the several games he played, he worked like a veteran. But fate couldn’t let us keep such a fit man and excellent player, so hard luck was his lot. Although he remained on the squad after receiving his injuries, he was unable to take part in the games following. In his next two years with River Falls, things are sure to happen. ECK — Right Guard Carl was at his best on the defense. Playing a hard, consistent game, he distinguished himself as a player game to the core. We are sorry that he is leaving the Falls in June. HEFFRON — Right End Although “Heff” didn't get his sweater, he was one of the most loyal and dependable men on the squad. His principal ability lay in his tackling; but in this he was handicapped by his light weight. This was the reason that he did not participate in all of the games. One II tuidred The Team I.. Smith, Riley, Walker, Volla, IIabdik, Casey, Williams Coach Eocbbrrcht, Milk . TranmaL, Hecce.v, Bushev, Lawhenz, Nelson, Coach Vkuuy.ttk Inoli, Quaniit, Cole, Moline, Eck, Maier, llunos Kees. Ziebell, Foiiansiih:, M. Nelson, M. Smith, Rademacneb, Gabdneb PROMPTLY on Monday evening. Sept. 12. Coach Eggebrecht brought his men out to the gridiron. With nearly forty men out the first week, among them our old veterans, Mike . Wally,” Poge, and Ernie,” several of our last year’s all American team, and many new recruits, our prospects looked bright for the coming season. The coaches and men worked hard every night from four to six, doing their best to build up a strong team for the conference games. Six games were scheduled for the year, four to be played at home, the other two to be played at Northfield and Eau Claire. On October 6 the squad took a trip to Northfield to play their first game. There the Red and White met their first defeat: 42-0. Most of our men were inexperienced and light compared to the fast heavy team of Carlcton. They were as a result, forced to play defensive football through most of the game. The experience, however, of playing a strong team, and the succeeding two weeks of practice put them in good form for the first conference game, where they showed their mettle. STOUT CAME Stout came down with a strong aggregation on October 20 expecting to walk away with a victory, but found eleven obstacles in the way most of the time. The Stout eleven loomed up large in comparison with Normal; but, due to the aggressive and speedy action of our men, their size didn't avail them much. At no time was Stout in danger of scoring, for the ball was played in their territory most of the time. Much open formation was resorted to by both teams. The defense of both Stout and Normal worked equally well in blocking and intercepting passes; but Stout failed to make any gains on intercepted and completed passes, while the Red and White made several long runs and scored two touchdowns as a result of aerial attacks. Ernie's work at quarter, where he made long returns on punts and gained much yardage on end runs, was excellent. A pass from him to Matt Nelson in the first quarter netted the first touchdown. Maiers played a line-smashing game while on the field, making the second touchdown. Rademacher created a sensation by intercepting a pass and running seventy yards for a touchdown. These three touchdowns and a drop kick in the last quarter made the final score 22-0 in our favor. HOMECOMING GAME To say that our team did their part in the Homecoming program when they defeated Platte-villc 13-0 is no fiction. Despite the cold and rain, the game held the interest of the enthusiastic One Hundred One The Eau Claire Game crowd to the finish. It wits the second time that the Falls had succeeded in defeating a heavier team, for the Platteville line averaged twenty-five pounds per man more than the Falls line. During the first two and a half minutes of play, River Falls got the edge on them, when after four plays. Mike Smith scored the first touchdown on an end run of forty yards. The Falls outplayed Plattcvillc in all of the first half, and scored their second and last touchdown in the early part of the second quarter. This was accomplished through a series of clever plays: Mike recovered a fumble from Platteville on their thirl v yard line: Zicbell made a long end run to the twelve yard line; and after two plays, a double pass in the backfield to Heggcn resulted in the touchdown. During the remainder of the game, the Platteville line, although unable to score, proved strong as it held the Falls onalmost all of the attempted line plays. The locals made the longest gains on end plays. The rain in the last half slackened the speedy work; and several fumbles and losses resulted. The Falls lost a chance to score in the third quarter when with five yards to go, they lost the ball to Platteville. Plattcvillc, in the fourth quarter, worked its way down to the twenty-five yard line and threatened to score; but the locals halted the offense and secured the ball from Platteville on downs. The good team work of our boys featured the game. Mike's end runs, and his blocking and intercepting passes, together with the generalship of Ernie at quarter, contributed a great deal to the victory. EAU CLAIRE GAME The fighting spirit of the Red and White was certainly evidenced when with only a minute and a few seconds to play, and with the score 3-0 in Kau Claire's favor, the team came back and defeated the Purple and Gold with a 7-3 score. It was with a drive of desperation and determination that Coach Eggebrecht’s fighting gridders maintained their march toward state championship. These last intense moments came when the Falls obtained the ball on Kau Claire’s forty-five yard line. Then started a desperate attempt to make the touchdown that was needed. Ziebell made a perfect pass to Quandt, but it resulted in a heart-breaking failure. The next pass to Mike Smith netted eight yards. Then Quandt surely redeemed himself by neatly grabbing a pass on the twenty yard line, shooting between two Eau Claire safeties, and crossing the goal line. This was the turn of the war that numbed the wearers of the Purple and Gold, and lifted the River Falls rooters to their feet with a hurricane of noise. As the struggle started, not many plays were needed to show thut neither squad had an offense that could make much ground. During the first quarter, the contest was exceptionally even. Straight football was played; not a pass was attempted; and no first downs were made by either side in six tries each. Each team punted six times, the average punt thirty-five yards, and the average return of each about six yards. In the second quarter, the Reds outplayed their opponents, but failed twice on opportunities to score. Mike Smith sprinted to the fifty vard line for first down. There, unable to gain, both sides punted leaving River Falls to start again from the fifty yard line. After an incomplete pass and two short line bucks, Maier clawed his way through, and free and unmolested loped to Eau Claire’s eight yard line. There F.au Claire pul up an impenetrable defense and held the Falls on three line plunges. Kau Claire One Hundred Two The Eau Claire Game got the ball on a blocked pass on the fourth down. Later in the quarter, the Falls again threatened when Eau Claire fumbled the ball on their own twenty-one yard line. At the beginning of the second half, Eau Claire received the kick off on the ten yard line, and returned it to the Falls’ forty yard line. Two line bucks and a forward pass netted them ten yards for first down. Three more line plunges gained for them eight yards. From this vantage point, the noted drop-kicker, Adc Olson, booted the ball over the bar for three points. During the remainder of the quarter, neither side made much headway. In the final quarter both sides began an aerial battle. When near the end of the game, Knu Claire was forced to punt, Ziebcll returned the ball from the fifty yard line to the thirty-eight yard line. It was here that the Red and White broke loose and tore through to their thrilling victory. SUPERIOR GAME The last game of the season, the one that blasted our championship hopes, was played at home November Hi against Superior. Our team fought gamely; but Superior, a fast team and a heavier one, proved themselves our strongest opponents, and the hardest team to win from. Consequently although the Reds worked hard, Superior, the first one to cross our goal line, won from us by a score of 14-0. The Superior line was a stone wall against line plays and an equally good defense against aerial attacks. The Falls held them from any consistent gains; but Superior managed to get her two touchdowns by trick plays. Superior intercepted a pass and made first down to the thirty-five yard line. Then on a trick play Superior’s star half-back got away with the ball, eluded Ernie at safety, and crossed the goal during the early part of the first quarter. Neither side made any consistent gains during the second and third quarter; but in the last quarter when the Falls was weakened with Nelson, Mike Smith, Follansbee, and Gardner out, and Maiers and Quandt injured, Superior gained the second touchdown. The ball was intercepted on the fifty yard line and consistent gains brought it to the five yard line. Here the Red ana White held bravely and kept Superior from crossing onfourth down. A poor punt was made, which gave Superior the ball on the twenty-five yard line. First down was made for thirteen yards. Then another trick play was pulled, and Superior again crossed our goal line making the final score 14-0. The game marked the close of a very successful season. Coaches Eggebrecht and Verrette deserve much credit in developing a fast and fighting squad fr6m nearly all new material at the beginning of the season. Cole and Moline were the only veterans of last years squad around whom the line was built. With the veterans Mike Smith and Zicbell, a well working and speedy back-field was developed. Our team was the lightest in the conference. The school has reason to be proud of the excellent showing they have made. The coaches and team cooperated harmoniously throughout the long and strenuous season of practice. The fact that every member of the squad put forth his best effort made the team the success that it was. When we won, it was because our team had given their best; when we lost, it was because our best wasn't good enough. On Hundred Three One Hundred Four BASKET BALL ZIEBELL (Captain) — Forward Every game of the season was a battle from start to finish, including non-conference games as well. Ernie, the only regular member from the 1922-23 championship team, proved that he was a phenomenal player. He was a marked man in every game and his invincible spirit served as a great inspiration to his team-mates. He is a born leader; his splendid record will place him among R. F. N’s greatest athletes. BERGMAN (Captain Elect) — Guard Followers of the Red and White are unanimous in the opinion that “Bcrgy” is entitled to all-conference consideration. He possessed marvelous speed and was a consistent scorer throughout the season. “Bergy’s” excellent work will be a big factor on next year’s team. HUTCHINSON — Center Although “Hutch” did not have the experience of other members of the team, he was called upon to play the important position of center. At Stout he was a big factor in winning the game for R. F. N. He was rapidly developing into a remarkable defensive man and his accuracy at shooting baskets tallied many points for the River Falls Normal in the closing games of the season. One Hundred Seven CLEBERG — Forward Andrew is one of the hardest working players we know of. His rare shooting ability made him the leading scorer on the team. Fast, brainy, game, and clean, Andrew made an ideal running mate for Captain Zicbcll. He will be one of the mainstays of the River Falls Normal Team in the remaining year he has left to play. QUANDT — Guard Hale proved that he was an aggressive, all-round versatile player. Through his fighting spirit he won the nickname of “Fighting Benny.” His stellar work as defensive guard made him a strong member of the team. With both Hale and “Bergy” back, the River Falls Normal will have a strong pair of guards. KEES — Forward Although the smallest basket ball man on the R. F. N. team, Roy was a terror to opposing guards. On inter-class games the past two years he showed up so well that he was considered Varsity material. Roy lived up to his reputation, and he will be missed on the team next year. 0« Bmnd'td RitU DONOVAN — Forward Rollie’s work at Stout will long be remembered by those who followed the team on the special train to Mcnomonie. Handicapped because of a late start, Kollie easily won his letter. He will be after a regular berth on next year’s team. Summary of Basket Ball Season WITH memories of last year's championship in basket ball still fresh in our minds, the whole school began to re-pep for the coming season. Coach Eggebrecht got his cagesters out early, and began rounding up his team. Ernie was the only first-team man back from last year; but several valuable subs were ready to fill the vacant positions in the line up. Then, too, there were many new recruits vying with each other for a place on the team. In fact. Coach Eggebrecht had considerable difficulty in deciding just which man was best for each position. However, the season opened December 21, when wc played Hcidlcberg, with Ziebell, Kces. Cleberg, Miles. Quandt, Madison, and Bergman in the line up. Later Hutchinson, Donovan, and Bcran joined the squad. The team had a heavy schedule before them. Fourteen games were played in all, six at home, and eight away. The team played two games with each of the following teams: Superior, Eau Claire, Stout, Plattcville, and Stevens Point, making a total of ten conference games. The team also played a game with Luther College, Hibbing's Junior College, St. Mary’s, and Macalestcr. Our team won eight of the fourteen games they played; and even though they didn’t win the championship, they came within one point of doing so. EAU CLAIRE —January 11 Eau Claire’s team is always a worthy opponent and their aggregation in this game was no exception. The fact that wc defeated a team which has such a high rating boosted our prospects for a season of basket ball victories. Our team was up to trim, and contending with a team in equally good form, gave us an exhibition of some real basket ball. The teamwork of our men surpassed that of their heavier opponents, who at times seemed baffled by Eggebrechfs method of snappy passes. Both teams displayed more defensive than offensive work: however, the Falk played the better offensive game. The first half of the game was just about an even break between the two teams. Neither side was more than one basket ahead at any time. The locals had hard luck in many shots which circled the hoop and bounded out. The half ended 10-10. The second half was a real fight. During the first few minutes, by several plays, the Falk piled up a six point lead which they held until near the end when Eau Claire threatened by adding five points to her score while we were at a standstill. However, just at the crack of the pistol, Ernie created a sensation by shooting a basket from the deep guard position; thus giving us the long end of a 24 to 20 score. One Hundred .Vine The Team Coach Ecckorecut. Donovan, Hutchinson, Miller, Beran. Trainer Dean Hues, Quandt, Capt. Zieuell, Clederg, Bergman STEVENS POINT —January 19 The locals started the ball rolling when, in their second conference game played with Stevens Point, they came out at the top of a 26 to 13 score. Contrary to the indication of the score the Pointers were good scrappers and gave us a most exciting game. Both teams went into the game with plenty of speed, but the Falls got a lead of 9 to 1 in the first few minutes of play. Each team played a splendid offensive game, but the Red and White proved themselves a little too fast for the Purple and Gold. The first half ended 12 to 0 in our favor. Stevens point started out in the second hulf with a spurt that immediately netted a ringer. However, the Falls soon solved the new plays, and made the second half a repetition of the first in that they doubled the count of their opponents in each case. The fast team work and short snappy passes of the locals worked the ball to easy shooting distances from which nearly all the field goals were made. Herrick at center with three field goals to his credit was the biggest score getter for Stevens Point. St. Claire did the best door work of the Stevens Point quint. Quandt and Bergic as guards proved a big factor in this second conference victory. One Hundred Ten SUPERIOR — January 20 Coach Eggebrccht and his warriors suffered two defeats during the trip in the northland, one from Superior and the other from the speedy Hibbing Junior College. The defeat from Superior was as unexpected as it was unwelcome. Superior was defeated by a large margin by Eau Claire whom we had defeated but two weeks before. That even Superior expected to lose was evidenced by the small crowd that attended the game. However, the inevitable “night off” seems to come to every team, und this was the time that our team slumped. Superior’s five scored the first four points and led the score to the close of the game. Our usual speed and snappy teamwork were entirely lacking, so that the usual Red and White Caliber was hardly recognizable. Continued close calling on balls by the referee also tended to slow up the game and impede any spurts of fast teamwork. Moore and O’Neil led the scoring for Superior, each having eight | oints to his credit. Bergman was our only star. The final score of the game was 21 to 15. At Hibbing our quint met the second defeat. The game with the noted Hibbing five was a fast, clean, hard fought one. Neither team at any time during the game had a decided advantage over the other, the floor work of both teams being equally fast. The lead alternated from one side to the other in the first half; and finally ended 9 to 8 in favor of our opponents. During the second half the contest was still more even; a three point margin was the greatest on the score sheet at any time. The score stood IS-18 with two minutes of play left, then, Lee of Hibbing, netted two field goals and brought the final score up to 22-IS. STOUT — February 1 Our old rival, Stout, always arouses a great deal of enthusiasm and pep; for we know that when we clash with them, a hard, exciting game is sure to result. It was as usual a source of satisfaction to us when we won by the score of 32-21. A special train came down from Menomonie bringing a big crowd of rooters who, with their pep and excellent band, proceeded to help make things lively. Clcberg opened up by dropping in a nice basket shortly after the whistle blew. Another double counter came in the way of a double foul against “Bergie” who made two successful shots. This gave the Falls a lead of four points which they kept during the first half. Stout's first counter was a sensational long shot from deep center. The defense of the Falls broke up any attempts of the opponents to work the ball up to a close shooting distance; consequently Stout was confined to long shots. They made four of these and two free throws, so at the end of the half the score stood 18-10 with the locals in the lead. Stout came back in the second half with a determination to win; consequently they put up a real fight; and at times showed signs of having a slight edge on our quint. However, they were held to an 11-14 score during the half. This made the final score 32 to 21. The game was rather a rough one due to the offensive playing, vim, and speed.that the vigorous opponents put into it. Setter, left forward, starred for Stout with five field goals to his credit. Ernie was our biggest point getter, having fourteen of our thirty-two points to his credit. EAU CLAIRE—February 0 The Falls lost their second conference game to Eau Claire on their fioor. This is the second time that Eau Claire has ever defeated River Falls in a basket ball game, (letting the lead at the start, the opposing team maintained it throughout the game, although the Falls threatened them several times. In the first few minutes of play neither team seemed to be able to find the loop. Scoring started with a foul goal by Brown of Eau Claire. Then followed a field goal for them. River Falls followed closely until the last minute of the half when Eau Claire slipped in two that gave them the lead in a 10-6 score. Out Hundred Bitten In the second half, both teams started things with a rush, but the Eau Claire defense tightened up, and their eye for the basket improved. The two Eau Claire guards, Horan and A. Olson, broke up many plays with which the Falls threatened to score, so they failed to overcome the lead which Eau Claire had established in the first half. The game ended 21 to U in favor of Eau Claire. Horan and Olson at guard coupled with Captain Brown were the outstanding men for Eau Claire. Cleberg was our big point getter. Ziebcll had tough luck, making shots which would circle the hoop and bound away. PLATTEVILLE — February 0 An exceedingly close and fast, as well as a dean game, was staged against Plalleville on our local floor on February 9. River Falls won by one point! The Red and White started the scoring and led throughout most of the game, although with no very safe lead; for at no time was there more than a three count difference on the score board. The thrill of the game came in the last few minutes. With a five point lead, the locals seemed to have copped the game when, with an unusual spurt, Platteville dropped in two sensational field goals; and were playing the ball desperately in their section when the whistle blew. The basket shooting of “Red Mingst of Platteville was the sensational feature of the game. From beyond center, this forward dropped in four baskets that never grazed the hoop. Bergie's goals and Cle-berg's floor work were the biggest features of our victory. SUPERIOR — February’ 15 The Red and White quint suffered their second defeat from Superior on the local floor on February 15. This northern neighbor seems to be our jinx. It was Superior that broke the long chain of Red and. White victories and administered the first conference defeat since 1922. It was also Superior that put the damper on our 1000% football team last fall; and it was this same Superior that threatened our 1000% basket ball team lust year. A real battle was predetermined; since the Falls were prepared to avenge themselves. Moore of Superior opened the argument with a screaming ringer from beyond center position. However, a personal foul on Superior soon tied the score. A foul called on each team resulted in a tied score of 2-3. Ziebcll then dropped in a basket which gave the locals the lead; but Moore soon put Superior ahead by two well aimed side line shots. The game was hard and fast through the rest of the half. Only once did Superior get an easy range shot when they slipped through the defense of the Red and White. They added two more free throws; but goals by Bergic and Cleberg, and five points through the free throw route gave us the lead in a 14-12 score at the end of the first half. During the second half Superior overcame our lead. The Falls had tough luck in making baskets; while Superior seemed favored with special ability; so that even though they shot fewer times at the loop, they were more successful. The Orange and Black got two long range shots and two points by free throws, while the Falls were held to one foul line counter in the second half, making the final score 18 to 15 in Superior's favor. MENOMONIE— February 22 Great was the excitement in the old R.F.N.S. when it was finally ascertained that a special train was scheduled to go to Mcnomonic on February 22. About two hundred loyal students and townsfolk went to see the big game of the season, River Falls vs. Stout, in which Coach Eggcbrccht's team defeated the Stout five for the second time this year. Their pep combined with the Stout spirit was all that was needed to boost the teams to their usual scrapping caliber. The game was very much a repetition of the fracas with Stout three weeks previous: a good clean conflict. Bergie started the score board operating by caging two free throws from a personal foul. Stout tied us on free throws, but Hutch again gave us the lead by dropping in two field goals. The Stout One Hundred 7Wr aggregation were not able to overcome the lead at any time during the game. However, Stout wa� determined to even things up; and the real old light was displayed throughout the entire game; but Coach Eggebrecht's machine was too big an obstacle for them to overcome. The half ended 20 to 12 with River Falls on the long end of the score. The climax came at the beginning of the second half. Neither side made any headway at getting through or scoring during the first five minutes. The defense tightened up and long range shots brought us results. Many fouls were called during this half; and much of the scoring was due to free throws. Donovan did all the scoring for the Falls in the second half, securing one field goal and two free throws. Stout piled up seven points by caging two field goals and three free throws. The game ended 24 to 19 in favor of the Red and White. Garrity with three field baskets was Stout's biggest point getter. Quandt's guarding was the sensational feature of the first half; Bergic fought a wonderful game at running guard and did his share in boosting our score by caging two field goals. STEVENS POINT—March 2 On their trip down state during the week-end March 1-2. Coach Eggebrccht and quint closed their “conference series” when they lost to Stevens Point 30-29 — thereby losing the championship, and won from Platteville 30-21. Our coach reports that the game with Stevens Point was the best exhibition of basket ball which our team had given during the season. Every member of the team played a stellar game. Besides being a fast game, the score remained close throughout. The Red and White led by a 14 to 13 score at the end of the first half. They maintained this lead until the last few minutes of the second half when the Pointers secured a one point lead which they held until the crack of the pistol. The game ended 30-29. The singular feature of the game was that nearly all the baskets were dose-in shots. This resulted from the very effective team work. The small gym at Stevens Point was somewhat of a handicap to the Falls. Davis was the star for Stevens Point. He had six fidd goals to his credit and around him was centered all offensive team work. PLATTE VILLE — March S The trip from Stevens Point was rather a tedious and tiresome affair. Being side tracked, and having to change coaches got to be quite a regular routine before the destination was reached. Leaving Stevens Point at 5:30 Friday morning, they arrived in Plaltcvillc at 11 o'clock that night. The team had little trouble in vanquishing Plaltcvillc during the first half; since they lead in the score 17 to 9. During the last half however, the Red and White met with more opposition, which made the conflict a dose one. Plaltcvillc had a slight edge on the team; but was unable to overcome the lead gained in the first half. The game ended 30 to 31 in our favor. Mingst, forward, who made so many clever baskets in the Plaltcvillc game staged here, displayed the same spectacular caging ability as before. Quandt proceeded to reform him for dirty playing, but in order to finish the basketball game, the referee called off the bout. The team has made a creditable showing this year in winning six out of ten games and finishing with a .600 standing. The championship mark could only reach .066 and this mark was reached by Oshkosh. La Crosse has a higher rating, but lack of the required number of conference games burs this normal school from becoming a contender. Out IhiHJrtJ Tki'tttn Prin. Mason, Manion, 0‘Mallry, Collins, Bus, Manage Xekel, Coach Klandrcd Bliss, Lawrence 1 awsox, Capt. Savage, Lowell Dawson, Carisce The High School Tournament River Falls High School — Winners ALL TOURNAMENT TEAMS Second Team First Team Radke, Menomonic, r.f. Lynch, New Richmond, l.f. F. Bucholtz, Elmwood, c. W. Bucholtz, Elmwood, r.g. Lowell Dawson, River Falls, l.g. Carisch, River Falls, r.f. Vandcrlint, Spring Valley, l.f. Halverson, New Richmond, c. L. Dawson, River Falls, r.g. Dawes, Menomonic, l.g. Third Team Roberts, Roberts, r.f. Hill, Colfax, l.f. Manion, River Falls, c. Padden, New Richmond, r.g. Decker, Mcnomonie, l.g. One Hundred FourUtn GIRLS’ ATHLETICS Grace Miller Miss Roherty Hazel Vasey Girls’ Athletic Association .1 dviser — Miss Roherty OFFICERS 1st Semester 2nd Semester Grace Miller...................Pres....................Hazel Vasey Laura McNamara................V. Pres................Bessie Newell Bessie Needham..................Sec.............Grace Hendrickson Joyce Gerrish.................Treas................Shirley Sansburn THE G. A. A. is an organization which endeavors to promote interest in athletics for girls of this school and to support all worth while school activities. By participating in athletics, the girls not only benefit physically, but learn fair playing and good sportsmanship. During the year 1923-24, under the able leadership of Miss Roherty, class teams were organized in all the major sports. Before the Christmas holidays, volley-ball practice was held twice a week, and culminated in an inter-class tournament. Basketball practice started immediately after the volley-ball tournament, and many girls took advantage of this opportunity to become acquainted with the great game. There were also many veteran players out, and the positions on various class teams were closely contested. Indoor baseball was the popular sport after the close of the basketball season, and with the coming of spring, it is expected that much interest will be shown in track. A track meet is to be held during which the girls will take part in the one hundred-yard dash, the fifty-yard dash, the high jump, the broad jump, and the basketball throw. Points may be earned in these sports which count toward the earning of the G. A. A. sweaters. Points are also given for tennis, hiking, winter sports, such as skating and skiing, and for the observance of the rules of personal hygiene. The winners of the various tournaments are as follows: Volley-ball —Underclassmen. Basketball — Juniors. Out HuHflrtil Satmieta Ont Hundred Eititeem G. A. A. One Hundred Nineteen rt 'fWY, RiilfiHyfW Jj rt ur G. A. A. One Hundred Twenty ORGANIZATIONS S3IXIAIXDV The 1924 Meletean Carroll J. Brown Business Manager Editorial Staff ASSOCIATE EDITORS Bessie Needham LITERARY Margaret Bailey Catherine Chapman ART SiGRiD Rasmussen Beach Pearson PHOTOGRAPHY Ernest Schmidt Royce Hansen CALENDAR Bessie Moe Evelyn Elliott' Urn ess Taylor Rasmussen Evknson Needham Donald C. Boardman Edilor-in-Chicf Wilma Urness One Hundred Ttcenly-four Chapman Bailey Stewart Elliott Sharar ALUMNI Emil Benson Everett Smith HUMOR Genevieve Stewart ATHLETICS Francis Siiarar ORGANIZATIONS Reynold Jensen Business Staff ASSOCIATE BUSINESS MANAGERS Wayne Taylor Clifford Evenson Hasses Schmidt Smith Jensen Moe One Hundred Tucnly-Jiic The Student Voice Carleton C. Ames Editor-in-Chief Carroll J. Brown Business Manager Staff ASSISTANT EDITORS Fred Wandrey Bartlette Luttrell Mark Saxton...... Leon Dean........ Ramola Cheney Genevieve Stewart Sigrid Rasmussen . . Marcel Lynum..... ...........Athletic Editor ......Agriculture Reporter .................Exchanges ................... Humor ....................Locals Assistant Business Manager FEATURE WRITERS Margaret Bailey Frances Sharar Helen Sutherland TYPISTS Carroll Lindquist One Hundred Ttceuiy-iii Saxton Bailey Ciieney XVandxby ‘: Lynum “The Student Voice” combines the functions of an official school organ and a student newspaper. Its staff is made up entirely of students under the guidance of Professor 0. M. Hanna, who, however, leaves the largest part of the management to the staff. Its editorial policy is simply to express the general student opinion on matters of current school interest. This is the eighth year in the existence of “The Student Voice,” during which time many improvements have been made. The paper now receives a portion of the budget as a school activity, and there arc hopes for an enlargement next year Local business men have been very generous in their support of the paper through advertising. Stewart Lindquist Siiarar Rasmussen Sutherland One Hundred Twenty-seven Marvin D. Geere Director of Music Ethel M. Lemmer Public School Music and Orchestra The Normal Orchestra Wicer, Thompson, Miller, Luttrell, Miss Lemiier, Kexel, Wile, Anderson, Ocden Opferdaul, Chapman, Giese, Lundberg, Hacestad, -Simpson, Nelson, Davee One Hundred Tvenly-eighl Men’s Glee Club Linehan, Petersos. Lehman, Heedisk, Jenson. Lawrenz, Blomcren Dean. Batiio, Hanson. Nelson, Mjaanes. Hansen, Brakkes Thompson, Taylor, Smith, Lindquist, Owens, Jones, Dodge Girls’ Glee Club Knight, Lindquist, Gauvin, Noth, Scott, Grab, Myure, Anderson, Secerstrom Stevens. Chronquist, Chapman, Andrus, Bjerstedt, Ness, Corey, Sharp, Dittbs Miller, Rocers, Doepkr. Hummel, Nelson, Slauson. Jewell, Brown, Sansburn Graham. Canfield, Kgdaiil, Newell, Brackin, Lewis, Serum, Brakken One Hundred Twenty-nine Organizations Mark Saxton Mr. Prucha Raymond IIoffmann The Normal Catholic Association Adviser—Mr. Prucha 1st Semester Mark Saxton .... Raymond Hoffmann Marjorik Jewell.. Marie Ha ugii...... OFFICERS 2nd Semester .Pres..............Raymond Hoffmann V. Pres................Ernest Schmidt . .Sec............Margaret McDermott . Treas.................Marik Haugii I '‘HE Normal Catholic Association, both in point of active membership and attendance at meetings, is one of the largest and most progressive organisations of the school. Meetings arc held regularly on each Tuesday evening. Musical, religious, and literary numbers, and discussions on current topics compose these weekly programs. The large attendance at the meetings manifests the whole-hearted support the members are giving the organization and accounts for the successful year. The purpose of the N. C. A. is to provide spiritual and social welfare for its members, and to educate them in the stand they are to take and the service they can render as practical Catholic teachers. The society is much indebted to the services of Father Fosbcndcr, who has taken a keen interest in our organization, who has given us worthy advice and timely discussions, and who has provided means for securing prominent lecturers for our society. Under the capable leadership of our worthy adviser, Mr. Prucha, the N. C. A. has grown most rapidly during the last few years. Omt Ummdrtd Thirty N. C. A. One Hundred Thirty-one One Hundred Thirty-two •Reynold Jekxkn The Young Men’s Christian Association Adviser—Mr. J. P. Jacobson Mi, Jacoiiso.v CABINET Reynold Jensen......................................... President Arthur Behnkk......... ........................ Vice President Wayne Taylor...........................................Sec. Treas. Carroll Grubb...............................................Campus Service Harold Heggen......................................... Membership Carleton Ames........................................... Publicity Donald Boardman.............................................Social Wallace Cole.............................................Athletics THE Y.M.C.A. is one of the three Christian organizations of the school. The year’s work was begun by presenting to the men the platform upon which it bases its program. In some respects this year has been the most active year that the “Y” has ever had. In December, through the efforts of the “Y”, the Hon. J. Stitt Wilson visited the school and gave to the student body a scries of six lectures which made a tremendous impression upon the students. The “Y” sent two delegates to the Indianapolis conference that was held during the Christmas holidays. One of the results of this conference was a liberal response, on the part of the students, to make a contribution to the Student Friendship Fund. The weekly devotional meetings have been held every Tuesday night. At these meetings the fellows get together for a short period of song and devotion, and then a shorty but worthwhile talk is given by some member of the faculty or some one of the city. A few discussion meetings were held to arouse an interest in some of the problems which confront the American people today. The “Y” has also taken active part in the social life of the school. At the beginning of the year, the “Yf§ together with the other two Christian organizations, put on the ‘Get Together Reception.” During the year the annual “Stag” Party was held; and in the spring the joint Y.W. ana Y.M. picnic. The “Y” ends its work by urging and helping as many of its members as possible to attend the Student Conference held every year at Lake Geneva. Owe Hu wired Thirty-Hurt One Hundred Thirty-four Y. M. C. A. The Young Men’s Christian Association believes in the complete life: the physical, the mental, and the spiritual. In the River Falls Normal School, this means that we foster right thinking, right speaking, and right living. We stand for honest class work, clean athletics, pure social relationships and service to the other fellow. One Hundred Thirty-fit Chapman G. Mason Nichols Bailey Gerrish Simpson Dittes H. Mason Y. W. C. A. Adviser—Miss Hatiiorn CABINET MEMBERS Catherine Chapman ....................................President Lilah Simpson.................................................Vice President Gladys Mason.—...........................................Treasurer Mildred Nichols..............Sec. and Undergraduate Representative Margaret Bailey.........................................Devotional Chairman Joyce Gerrish...........................World Fellowship Chairman Mary Enloe..........................................Social Service Mary Dittes.................................................Social Chairman iliiPiil One Hundred Thirty-six Young Women’s Christian Association ONE OF the most influential organizations of the River Falls Normal School is the Y.W.C.A. This group of young women has tried to assist in upholding Christian standards and has endeavored to promote Christian ideals of conduct in the every-day life of the school. Its influence has been felt in many ways. A vigorous membership campaign early in the fall culminated in a very beautiful and impressive candle-light service. This service was impressive because of its significance — “extinguishing the candle of Self and lighting the candle of Service.” On the first Friday night of the school year, by the combined efforts of the N.C.A., the Y.M.C.A., and Y.W.C.A., an all school mixer was given to afford an opportunity for every one to get acquainted. Another very successful social event of the year was a party given for the Y.M.C.A. The Y.W.C.A. last summer sent as its official representatives to the Lake Geneva Conference, Catherine Chapman and Margaret Hailey. Gladys Mason attended the Student Volunteer Convention, held at Indianapolis during the Christmas holidays. All of the delegates from the River Falls Normal School to the latter convention were initial factors in promoting the Student Friendship Fund. The contribution from the student body amounted to forty dollars. The Y.W.C.A. gave a tea in honor of the Honorable J. Stitt Wilson, whose services they helped to secure. Interesting and helpful meetings have been held every Tuesday night. The Young Women’s Christian Association owes much of its present welfare to the encouragement offered by friends. We wish to express our gratitude to faculty members, especially Miss Hathorn and Miss Bridges, and the townspeople who willingly rendered service. Omt Hmmirti Thirly-itu Wilma Urnrm Miss Roherty Marie IIauoii G. O. P. Adviser—Miss Roiikrty OFFICERS 1st Semester Wilma Urness...................Pres........ Josephine Reed................V. Pres....... Kathryn Monteith...............Sec... Gertrude Murphy................Treas........ 2nd Semester . .. Marie Haugh . Rkba Ofperdahl ... Donna Brown Lillian Peterson C 0. P. spells plain “gop” in most places, but in River Falls Normal it spells J ‘'pep.” It is almost a tradition of the school that the G. 0. P. stands ready at all times to boost for any worthy school enterprise, especially athletics. It has fulfilled its purpose this year in a manner quite up to the standards set by the G. 0. P.’s in days gone by. Miss Roherty has proven a very pleasant and able advisor for the society this year, and has entered into the spirit of the G. 0. P. from the beginning. This fall, twenty-seven new members were admitted, bringing the total membership up to forty-seven. A new requirement for membership in the society was that each new member was to make an average of at least “C” during the first semester. The old members concocted a most ingenious initiation, but the candidates withstood the severe test of their good sportsmanship in a creditable manner. The “Gops” furnished aid to the Homecoming Committee, helping publish the programs, selling squawkers and horns, fitting up a rest room, and making themselves useful in order that we could have a successful homecoming. One of the features of the day was a 6:30 luncheon and reunion of the old and new “Gops” in the evening. Another annual event which was held as usual was the dance given is honor of the athletes of the school, which proved to be the pepiest dance of the year. Between times, the G. O. P. have stood firm in their support of the football and basketball teams. The G. 0. P. is no place for slackers. May they pass on their loyalty and good sportsmanship to the “Gops” to come. Out Hundred Thirly-eiglil One Hundred Thirty-nine Out Hundred Forty Wallace Cole R. A. Kaeces Oliver You scorer Loyal Legion of Leather Lungs Adviser— Mr. R. A. Kargks 1st Semester Wallace Cole....... William Moore...... Donald MacKinnon.. William McLaughlin. OFFICERS 2nd Semester .. . .Pres...........Oliver Younggren .. v. Pres....................William Moore ___Sec............................Ule White ... Trees..........William McLaughlin THE Four L Club, as it is called, is an organization of recent origin in our school, having organized in the fall of 1923. The principal aim of this organization, as the name signifies, is the promotion of school spirit and “pep” in all school activities. Under the boundless enthusiasm and inspiring leadership of Mr. Karges, this organization has very successfully accomplished its aims, proving that it ranks first in “pep” and in always being back of our boys in athletics. At different occasions throughout the school year, the members of the organization have aided in the sale of tickets to various entertainments connected with athletics. But above all, owing to the fact of cooperation and school interests, it has endeavored to uphold the everlasting friendship and spirit of integrity among the men. One Hundred t'orly-o no 4-L. One Hundred Forty-lwo Harry Rose Mr. Arthur Johnson Agrifallian Adviser—Mr. Arthur Johnson OFFICERS 1st Semester 2nd Semester Harry Rose.....................Pres.......... ..William Wickelman William Moore..-..............V. Pres................Henry Knoll Malcolm Madison.................See..................Leroy Kappler William Wickelman............. Treas.........................Edwin Johnson THE Agrifallian is an organization of the agricultural students of the River Falls State Normal School. It is the oldest men’s organization in the school and has a membership larger than that of any other literary society. The purpose of this organization is to stimulate and promote interest in the various phases of agriculture and to give its members training in debating, public speaking, and parliamentary practice. Much work that will be of practical value to those who enter the teaching field is presented. Every year we produce a poultry and grain show, a live stock exhibit, and a field day. The exhibit at the Poultry Show was so large this year that it was placed on the accredited list of shows for state aid. One Hundred Forty-three AGRIFALLIAX One Hundred Forly-fou. Edith E. Nelson Miss Sciilosser Marion Woods Aurelia Adviser—Miss Sciilosser OFFICERS 1st Semester 2nd Semester Edith E. Nelson......................Pres............................Marion Woods Marian B. Woods...................V. Pres..................Dorothy Baker Katherine A. Gilmore..................Sec.....................Vera Tousley Mary Ruscii..........................Treas.............................Mary Enloe ONE OF the oldest societies of the school, the Aurelia, continues to hold its position as one of the most desirable organizations on the campus. From its inception the society has had a succession of creditable years, worthwhile because of the high tone of the society and the value of the programs whose underlying purpose is the development of an appreciation of the best in literature. A wholesome social life is fostered in its initiations, in the joint meetings with the Lincolnian at the annual dance and banquet, and at the various parties and picnics. A novel manner of arranging the programs of the society was tried this year. All the members were divided into groups, each group putting on a program. Those who gave the best program, decided by vote, were given a “feed” by the others. Miss Nellc Schlosscr, with her ever willing cooperation, has been a large factor in making the Aurelia Literary Society the valuable organization it has proved itself to be. One Hundred Ftlj-fn One Hundred Forlysix Carutox Amu Mr. Mitchell Lincoln Halverson Lincolnian Adviser—Mr. Mitchell OFFICERS 1st Semester 2nd Semester Carleton Ames..................Pres.............Lincoln Halverson William McLaughlin...........V. Pres..............Leslie Reardon Mark Saxton................See. fir Treas............Mark Saxton ' | '•HE purpose of the Lincolnian Society is to create in the men students of the 1 school an interest in debating and public speaking. A great deal of interest has been created along these lines, and the society has been the source of the personnel of the debating teams and orators. The membership of the society is limited to twenty-five of which a large number of new members were admitted this year. Meetings arc held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. At the beginning of the year the entire membership was divided into two teams, each headed by a captain. At each meeting either an extemporaneous speaking contest or a debate is held between members of the opposing teams. Every member takes part in at least one of these contests which continues during the year. The loosing team tenders the winners with a banquet. Under the skillful guidance of Mr. Rexford Mitchell as adviser, the Lincolnian Society has had a most successful year. On Hundred Forly-seten LINCOLNIAN One Hundred Porly-eight Rural Life Club Adviser■— Mr. Malott OFFICERS 1st Semester 2nd Semester Earl Brakken.........................Pres.....................Fritz Feske Hilda Dahl........................V. Pres.....................Ida Blegen Louise Blegen.......................Sec..................Dorothy Corey Fritz Feske........................Treas.................Lucille Malott THE Rural Life Club is an organization in which all the members of the rural department are enrolled. There is a social aim which gives the members practice in planning and presenting programs. At each meeting some time is devoted to parliamentary practice. The literary aim involves a discussion of the problems of the rural school and other topics along several lines: Literature, Art, Drama, and all subjects that contribute to a wider range of knowledge and a broader outlook. The aim which is the most important is to learn to speak effectively before a group and to learn how to present a talk in an able manner. Out Hundred Foriy i « Civic Club Adviser—Mr. Davison 1st Semester OFFICERS 2nd Semester Helen Tuttle...................Pres................. Elsie Canfield Leone Noth......................Sec........................Annarose Schmidt Bessie Newell..................Trees............Marguerite Tucker AMONG the various campus associations, the Civic Club has a field of work that is not dealt with by any other organization. It embodies a group of students who as citizens find an interest in discussing the social, political, and economic aspects of the present day. This year, we have been especially interested in the Jewish problem, woman’s role in civilization, and the presidential possibilities for the coming administration. We are fortunate in having as our adviser Mr. W. B. Davison whose keen insight into the social and political sciences has added much to the value of our discussions. As social features, a party during the winter season and a picnic in the spring are put on by the Club. Ome Hmini Fifty Camera Club Adviser— Mr. Jacobson OFFICERS Lucile Kees.....................................President Buford Smith..............................Vice President Roy Lehman................................Sec. and Treas. f I VHE Camera Club has been organized for nine years, and under the able guid-A ancc of Professor Jacobson has become one of the most useful and most interesting organizations of the school. We feel that the work of the past year in the Camera Club has been of real value to us. Note. The Mclctcan Staff wishes to thank Mr. Jacobson and the Camera Club for their contributions to the snap shot section. One Hundred Pi ly-one Pederson Dklakdkr Tubes OFFICERS Christine Pederson..................................President Nathalie Delander.......................................islV. President Hiram Barg...................................2nd V. President Vidle Tubbs.................................Sec. and Treos. Edward Casey..................................Ass'I Secretary “Not to be brought up out of or at the expense of the River Falls Normal, but to make the institution better by having existed.” One Hundred Pifly-lieo FEATURES Coach Mitchell With this year, Professor R. S. Mitchell completes his fourth year as coach of forensics at the River Falls Normal School. During this time, he has consistently produced debaters and orators of a uniformly high type, to which this year has been no exception. Having debated for Lawrence College for four years in his own student days, he has a wealth of practical experience to draw upon in coaching the debate squad, while the exceptionally good showing made by River Falls orators demonstrates his ability in training this kind of speakers. It is true that student representatives in forensic work deserve praise for their efforts, but it is equally true that to the coach should go in a greater measure the credit for their success. So the school owes Professor Mitchell a large part of any gratitude which it may feel for the work of the forensic squad this year. Everyone who has worked under Professor Mitchell’s direction will agree that he is not only a good coach but an all-around good sport and friend as well. We who are about to leave the school wish him all success in his work in the coming year. Ui. Mitchell Internormal Forensic League Miss Margaret Bailey had an honor this year that comes to River Falls but once in nine years. As President of the State Internormal Forensic League, she presided at the annual business meeting of the league and at the state oratorical contest, both held at White-water March 21. This office rotates among the normal schools and will not come to River Falls again until 1933. Margaret Bailey One Hundred Pi ly-six Extemporaneous Speaking Contest, March 21 A new type of contest was inaugurated at the 1924 meeting of the Internormal Forensic League at White-water, March 21. In addition to the regular oratorical contest held in the evening, a contest in extemporaneous speaking was held in the afternoon. The contestants had been notified some weeks before that the general topic for discussion would be the Eighteenth Amendment, but no one knew until three hours before the contest on what special phase of that subject he would be required to prepare a 12 minute speech. Mr. Reynold Jenson was selected some time before this contest to represent River Falls Normal. At the state meet he drew the subject “Prohibition— Has It Failed?”, and extemporized so effectively on the topic that the judges awarded him third place in a field of seven. Stevens Point captured second place, while , . . ■ . 1 r� , , , r , Reynold Jimsbn Oshkosh took first rank. Mr. Jenson has a natural aptitude for this line of work, and represented River Falls in a very fine way. Extemporaneous speaking is very likely to grow in favor year by year because of its more modern and practical application. It is safe to predict a day in the not too far distant future when it will rank above oratory in interest and importance. May we always be as well represented in the coming contests as we were in 1924. Oratorical Contest, March 21 River Falls was placed nearer the top in oratory this year than she has been since 1915. At the annual state contest held this year at Whitewater, where representatives from the nine normal schools met to compete in oratory, Miss Catherine Chapman of River Falls took second honors. First place went to the one other girl in the contest, Miss Jeannette Wilson of Stevens Point. The contest was exceedingly close and difficult to judge, which, of course, only makes the ability of the River Falls representative more apparent. Miss Chapman wap selected from a group of four orators in a contest judged by Professor Cochrane of Carlcton College to represent River Falls at the state meet. To Miss Chapman goes the honor of being the first woman to represent River Falls in oratory. Her Cathkmnk Chapman oration, “The Role of American Women ” was an ori- ginal composition, the style of which was admirably suited to her low, clear voice and distinctive personality. The nature of the theme was so different from the ordinary type, both in thought and composition, that it held the attention and interest of every audience before which Miss Chapman appeared. One Hundred Fifly-rcren Internormal Debates, March 7, 1924 Anns Bailey Wahdrey Kp.soi.vki : That the Federal government should own and operate the coal mines of the United States. River Falls Aflirmative vs. K. Preston Margarkt Bailey E. Smith Ivau Claire Negative A. Lightfoot 1). Shaver I.. TllOMON JUDGES Professor G. 15. Marsh, Carlcton College. Attorney Guillison, St. Paul. Professor K. C. Lansing, U. of Minnesota. Decision: Unanimous decision for the aflirmative. River Falls Negative C. Ames F. Wandrey R. Baker Superior Affirmative Olive Groth R. KoLLEFSON 15. La Fortune JUDGES Judge Fesler, Duluth. Judge Foley, Superior. Decision: Unanimous decision for the affirmative. River Falls Alternates Principal Taylor, Duluth. Affirmative Romola Cheney H. Wanish P. Vic Negative Marian Woods Margaret McDermott A. Benkhe Smith Prkston Baku One Hundred Fijty-esgkt Student Social Committee Advisers—Irma Hathorn, H. E. Hayward OFFICERS 1st Semester 2nd Semester Third Year Seniors Romola Cheney Armand Bauer (Pres.) Lincoln Halverson (Sec.) Harvey Wanisii (Sec. and Trcas.) Ezra Hutchinson Amy Fuller Seniors Frances Webster Myles Smith Michael Demulling Juniors Annette Lanckton (V. Pres.) Dan Wile Gerald Paul Third Years Louise Blegen Louise Blegen Erma Johnson Arline Foss Harriet Beebe Harriet Beebe EarL Brakken (V. Pres.) Donna Brown (Treas.) Theodore Kexel Gertrude Murphy (Pres.) Carleton Ames Harold Lawrenz One Hundred Sixty River Falls, Wisconsin, September Hi, 1923. Dear Folks: I arrived here on the 7:05 train Monday evening. All our old gang was there to meet me except the ones who graduated last June. I went right up to my rooming place and had a good chat with all the girls. I have a darling room, and such a lovely place to stay. Tuesday morning I went to school and registered. That was such a strenuous day. I had to trot all over two buildings. Friday night we had a mixer in the North Hall Gym. We were served ice cream cones and all went home early. No late hours here you know. We met the new students, and Miss Lemmcr, the violin teacher, made her debut. It seemed so good to see all the old kids again. Wallie Cole started right in rushing Kllcn Hansen. She is one of the Senior girls. Joe Shannon has his girl here again this year — Gert Murphy. They are together constantly. Dollic Runddl didn't bring Lynum back with her this year and it seems so queer to see Oollie alone. Ten o'clock — time for lights out. Devotedly, Pec. September 26, 1923. Dearest Mother: I have just a little time before supper, so I will jot down a few lines to you. I just hate to ask, but really, 1 must have some more money, for I’ve just finished “jining” everything and the dues all had to be paid. 1 joined the G.O.P. and the Y.W.C.A., the same ns last year. Oh Mother, the first dance is to be Friday night in North Mall, and I’m just praying that a certain man, with the most wonderful black, wavy hair asks me to go with him. Oh, he’s so tall and handsome, Mother — you just can’t imagine. His nnmc is Karl Bushy. The girls have all been raving about him and now if only he’ll ask me to go to the dance, wouldn’t I be the envy of every girl in Normal! I’m going to be awfully nice to him — not really try to vamp him — but you know. Supper time — so must close. Loads of love, Pec. P. S. Horrors! I just heard at supper tonite that Bushey doesn’t step! But I’ll not give up hopes yet. Out Hundred Sixty one October 27, 11023. Dearest Sis: Things are so exciting that 1 just can't find time to write, not even to you. Besides all my studying, there is so much to go to. We had G.O.P. initiation last week, and it was a real “treat ’em rough” party. You know — we chased them through dark halls, made them eat raw oysters, even limberger cheese, and did most every horrid thing we could think of. They even had to go home barefooted — just to remind them of their childhood days. I went to Robin llood the other night with the nicest fellow — Hale Quandt. He is an all around athlete, and so full of fun. Oh Sis, he has the prettiest eyes, and I’m just wild about him. He can sing too. We had the most wonderful game. We won from Stout 22 to 0. Then to make a perfect day still more perfect, we had a dance in the evening. Every one was so peppy one couldn’t help but have a good time. I wore my new Canton crepe dress and, best of nil. I went with Hale. He is such a marvelous dancer — Oh I never had such n thrilling time in my life ns that night. I do hope he steps around again. Do write soon. Your sister, Pbo. October 10, 1023. Dear Dad: I received your letter and check. Goodness 1 was glad to get it. I was the next thing to being “financially embarrassed. Our football team seems to be going strong, but they had a bit of hard luck Saturday. They were defeated at Caricton. Oh well, they’ll improve with experience. “Poge” Moline fa captain. You know who I mean — that good looking, bashful fellow all the girls were so wild about last year. Every one is making plans for Homecoming. That fa to be a real affair this year. Well, I simply must stop writing and study. Oh those methods I Lots of love. Peg. River Falls, Wisconsin, November 7, 1923. Dear Dick, Really, Dick, you’ll have to excuse me for not writing more often, for it seems that 1 just can’t find time. But you know I think of you often anyway. I must tell you about the wonderful Homecoming we had this year. I was ever and ever so sorry you couldn’t come. Friday night we had our Mass meeting, after which we had a torch light parade which ended in a snake dance down on Main Street. Our Normal band certainly had pep that night. Saturday morning was the big parade. Each organisation had a float, and the Camera Club’s float took first prize. Although it rained almost all day it didn't dampen any of the enthusiasm. In the afternoon we played Plattcville in football and won — won I said, 13 to 0. But the crowning event of the day was the dance. Now, Dick, you reallv don't object to my “step ping once in a while down here do you. as long as I do not get a “case ’ on any of them? I went to the dance with Arthur Behnke. He’s nice — but oh, Dick, you’re ever so much nicer, and I assure you there’s nothing serious between Arthur and me. Best of all. what do you think has happened to me? I told you I was out for debating didn't I? Well, we had the try out Wednesday and I won a place on the squad. I feel so happy about it. I've got to get to bed early tonight as I have a 7: � class tomorrow morning and under Mr. Hanna, so I’ve just got to be there. With love. Peg. November 18, 1923. Dearest Grace. I have been awfully slow about writing this letter, but before you have finished absorbing all the back news that I have to tell you you'll be glad they don’t come any oftener than they do. First, 1 must tell about our wonderful victory at Eau Claire last week. It was an awfully close game, but we won. thanks to some clever playing on the part of some of our men, especially Quandt and Rademacher, who saved the day. We bad the peppiest Mass meeting the night before. Every one was feeling fine, and Prof. Davison topped the thing off with some of his clever Swede stories. Gee. it was cold at the game yesterday afternoon. I nearly froze; I wouldn’t have realized On Hmmirtd Sisty-tw Owe Hundred Sixly-thrie I w«k cold 1C we had won the name, hut we didn't. Superior had a heavy team and they won by some trick plays. Last night I went to the dance up at school. I really forgot that my feet had been cold in the afternoon. There wasn't a very big crowd, but of course, all the “standard couples’’ like Gert M urpliy and Joe Shannon were there. You should have seen some of the cute Superior guys. They didn't get much of a gaze from me though because I have my eye on some one closer to home. This week has been thrilling! Mr. Youngberg from Brown's studio has been down here taking the Junior pictures for the Mclctcan: hence all the Junior boys have blossomed out with curly hair which can only be equalled by the paint and Mabelline indulged in by the fair sex of the class. Ange Werrill says that the biggest fault she finds with his work is that he makes people look so natural. Well, my dear, 1 must get to work on my theme. You understand it’s not a good policy to go to Mr. Hanna’s class unprepared. Sincerely, Peg. November 2d, 1923. Dear Foi.ks: I’ve surely neglected my dear parents shamefully, but you sec I’m rushed to death. Friday night I went to the Ag plays. There were three of them — one act plays. Dad will be interested in knowing that the money went to finance the Agrifallian society, (and just incidentally. speaking of money makes me think I’m sadly in need of reimbureement.) The plays were good. One of the characters aroused a great deal of suspicion by coming so conspicuously near perfection in carrying out his role as a stew fiend. Monday night I went to the dinner dance which the student body gave in honor of the football team. It was the first of its kind and surely was a howling success.! After the banquet we danced in the girls gym. Yes, Mother, it was on a school night, but don’t worry about your little daughter, for Miss Hathorn never allows me to forget that ten o’clock is late. Then Thursday night our Ci.O.I’. bunch had a luncheon in the domestic science rooms. We had u peach of n time. Gen Stewart said her only objection was that we didn’t keep still long enough to give her a chance to talk. If you knew her you'd be able to sec that we made some little noise. Didn't finish this last night so here goes again. This week the Agrifallian society has been having its annual poultry show. You may not believe me but AT LAST I've found out the difference between a goose and a duck. Kathleen Quinn says she’s glad she went to the show, because she never knew that hens had teeth until one bit her as she passed the cage. Oh, say, the girls are here waiting for me to go to the post office — after the mail? — yes Mother. Loads of love. Peg. January 10, 1924. Dear Ruth, Well, here I am back at the old grind again. It's pretty stiff after vacation. All vc hear here now is basket ball. The schedule is pretty well planned. I guess. The first game was played with Luther, last Friday. Of course we beat them, 27-20. We have some of the cleverest men on our team. You should just sec Ziebcll. I know you'd fall for him, but don t get excited my dear, he’s spoken for. J. Stilt Wilson was here last week. Have you ever henrd him? He’s surely worth hearing. Some of the girls complain that he made them think. How sad.' We went to see Monte Cristo last week. We? Yes. the same one. I had my eye on another man by the name of Hutchinson, but found out that he's married. Gee, he’s good looking, so tall and strong looking, and — oh, gee! I might as well forget him. Wei I. must quit and study. You see its getting pretty near the end of this semester. Affectionately yours, Peggy. I . S. Debate is coming fine, and ohf kid! our debate coach is marvelously good looking, lie has the most wonderful curly hair. Hut as usual the good men are cither married or spoken for. January 23, 1924. Dear Grace, Gee. I can hardly wait to tell you about the thrilling time I had at the G.O.P. dance, one grand mix up. Every one insisted upon taking her “steady” and of course 1 succeeded mine. Marie Lundy at last succeeded in getting Wayne Taylor safely there after a great deal of t . I’m not sure that I have all the confetti out of my hair even yet. Gee, I saw the cutest It was succeeded in taking hub-bub. man at the K. K. afterward. I surely got a thrill out of that. Ilis name is Lester lacobson. Here’s hoping I see more of him later, but I hear that the president’s daughter has him cinched. So much for men — the world’s full of them. . , . We had the scare of our live- for fear Kau Claire would beat us when we saw their hefty team, but our fears were not realized, for we beat them 24-20. Our next game was with Stevens Point. Oh Hmm4t 4 Sixty f9ur One Hundred Sixly-five They were an easy mark, and “Eggs” got a chance to exercise his second team. Anyhow we heat them 20-13. A week ago Friday nigh I the girls of the school gave a leap year dance. Isn’t it peculiar how hashful and shy some girls can act! Oliver Younggren was evidently pleased with his invitation, unless appearances are deceiving. Must quit now, and go up to Vaudeville practice, hut I’ll write a letter next week and tell you how it comes off. Yours affectionately. Peg. January 30, 1924. Dear Mother. I know I’ve neglected you shamefully hut I’ve been so rushed with work that I haven't had time to think. Why, even Stan Bergman, you remember him, has been busy cramming this week! The Mclctean Vaudeville is over at last. It was a scream. Slo Zagficlds “Girls” were all clever, hut Bushy and Fat Hanson were especially cunning. The advertisement for Onyx hosiery got a fearful gasp from the audience. There was the cutest little fellow from Ellsworth who could whistle just like a bird — and what do you suppose happened during his act—the piano tipped right over! Didn’t break anything though. Horrors! we lost a conference game and to Superior at tliut. Even Ernie can’t account for it. Oh, well, we have another chance at them — they’ll fall yet. Oh, gee, I'm in love again. It's a different man this time. I saw him for the first time last night, and he certainly is a lalla-paltosa. I’ve just described him to the girls and they say his name is Gerald Dodge, and he’s from Ellsworth, too. I gave him a sweet smile today, so I’m sure he'll ask me for a date. Those who know him say that the anticipation is no greater than the realization. I feel fine now that exams are over, so don’t worry about your daughter as Miss Hathorn is still on the job. Your affectionate daughter, Peg. PRE-PROM February 12, 1924. Dear Brother, I was afraid you had graduated from the stage where you’d write to your kid sister, until 1 received your snappy letter today. Notice. I’m answering P.D.Q.! . We have SOM E basket ball team. They played Stout the first of this month and won by a large margin. Stout had half their school here, but it didn't do any good. There is one dashing youth on the team that all the girls adore, but of course he is spoken for. He is tall, and blonde, and he has such pretty hair and eyes, but oh he’s so bashful. He won’t look at any girl except — one. He sure can play basket ball though. Last Tuesday night I went to the movie “Hook and Ladder.” Yes — 1 went with Gerald, gee but I was thrilled. I’d been so afraid he wasn’t going to ask me for a date. He took me to the “The Flirt” too, that was Friday night. Now don’t think I want to put into practice what I saw there, for I don’t, but there is a fellow at school I would like to vamp — that's Dave Walker. I saw him that night. He has such wonderful eyes, — why he could vamp Cleopatra, and dance, — I could die dancing with him. But shucks — he is out of the question for all the girls have fallen for him. You should have been here Saturday night. We beat Plattevillc by one point. It was the fastest game, and I got so excited I nearly threw my arms around Roy Kecs. It is a good thing I didn't though, for Fannie” would have objected most strenuously to that. There is so much I could tell you, but I'm afraid you’d get bored, so guess I won’t. I am sending you a box of fudge, as I promised. Don't make yourself sick eating it. Affectionately, Peg. February 14, 1924. Dear Mother, I’m just rushed to death but will try and get a letter written while waiting for supper. There is going to be so much to go to during the rest of this month. Tomorrow night we play Superior here. I just know it will be an exciting game. Then Saturday night we arc going to have the Aurelia and Lincolnian dance. I'm so anxious to find out who I'll go with. You see we don’t have much choice in the matter. We drop our names in a hat, the boys draw them out, and then take the fair maidens whose names they have drawn. I believe the boys will rather like that Oh Hundred Sixly-iix Htus-XiXfS pupunu 3iiQ ,3S3 - U3e.tr imi jrioue though, for they arc so timid about asking the girls for dates. Poor fellows, we might bite, you know. Next week we arc going to Stout. I’m just dying to go for I know well have a thrilling time and then, 1 can sec — on well, you know who. Oh yes, and we are going to have an old fashioned Ktoo. I hate to miss it as I know some of the bunch will look Tike perfect screams with their shioned gowns on. Really mother dear, I must have some more money. Money is such a necessity. Write often, won t you? Lovingly, Peg. March 0, 1024. Dear Molly, Well I haven’t written to you for an age, and please don’t expect too many letters from me for a month or so, for I’m going to be terribly busy. There is going to be something on every day for an age. Last night I went to the lecture course unescorted, — shocking I know, but true. Virgil Volin had Bessie Newell there. She is the dearest girl; und 1 guess Virgil thinks so all right. I don’t blame him one bit though, for everybody likes her. Our basketball team is coming on famously. We're going to play Macalester this week end, and you may believe there is some enthusiasm around here. I simply can’t wait for the masquerade. Some of the girls are planning the cleverest costumes. I haven’t absolutely decided what mine will be yet. The high school tournament is going to be on next week, too. I know I'll get a kick out of that. It will remind me of old times. I hope Jimmy will be here. There's a telephone call for me. Hope it’s a bid for the show as I'm getting awfully movie crazy. Love, Peccy. Dear Mother, April 16, 1924. The last two weeks have been just one opera, glee club concert, and play after another. The faculty plav was awfully good. (ust think. I'll be home Saturday night. I simply can't wait. I have so much to tell you. almost forgot to tell you that I went to St. Paul Saturday, and bought a new Faster hat. I know you'll think I was extravagant, but I simply couldn't wear my old one home. I won’t take time to describe it now, for you’ll see it Saturday night. The nicest girl is coining home with me, Grace Miller. You remember my speaking of her before, don’t you? I know you will like her — everyone docs. Must go to bed. Heaps of love, Pec. May II, 1924. Dear Sis, I’m so thrilled, and so excited! I can hardly wait until tomorrow night. Why? Well, the prom is to-morrow night. We are all looking forward to the best time. I have the prettiest party dress. It really is quite stunning. I do hope Dave will like it. All the girls in our crowd went to the city Saturday to get their gowns. They certainly got some adorable ones. Electa looks so nice in hcr's. She is a perfect dear anyway, and she looks lust like a doll. She is coming to visit us this summer. I am so glad, and I know you will fall in love with her. .... -V - - j «_ . I have been so busy helping with the minstrel show which is to be given. I do hope it is a suc- Timc to eat, so must close, for you. I couldn’t think of neglecting my meals you know —not even Love, Pec. June I, 1024. Dear Polks, • „ .. Just n line, for I really haven’t time to write much. I’m almost a sweet girl graduate. It really is quite a sensation, but I haven’t had time to decide whether to be glad or sorry. There is everything going on this week — Uaccalaurcntc Service, Alumni Banquet, the Pageant, and a — oh everything. .. , _ . . ... . ..... Of course you arc all coming for Commencement bxcrciscs. Grace and I will be at the train to meet you. Must go to class now. Love; Pec. I . S. Most of the girls in our crowd have positions for the coming year, and we are all going to be separated. We’ll have to enjoy each others company while we may, � r we will soon be'going in different directions. We’ll have some happy reunions at dear old R.F.N.S. next year though, especially at Homecoming time. Oh how dignified (?) we feel! Ow Hundred SI Mly'tight VKats won Willi these Pictures? CAN YOU IMAGINE — PROP JACOBSON GOES POR M IS APTERNOON BOARD- WALK_____ l.So.«iY JotOJ ___I tHAT I I PlWtCCIV MAY I «IP { All RI6KT MIS$ WASSOH -OUT until I } [ 1A.M. ' MR. MALLOT AT THE DANCE THE ORIGINAL axel Peterson GIOVE , W S. ROUTCX PROP. KG BRECHT TAKES OTTO JR-FOR HIS AFTERNOON SOJOURN DEAN o WOMEN CONFERS WITH JACK HOAR. NOTHING WRONG- One Hundred Seventy If you can't laugh at the jokes of the age, laugh at the age of our joke. Cookie-pusher culling Pomeroy's for a date— “Is Boo there?” Girl answering—“Boo who?” Cookie-pusher—“Sorry old thing, I really didn’t mean to make you cry.” Wayne Taylor—“Mow did you get that wave in your hair?” Willis Taggart— Turning summersaults on a corrugated roof.” “Red Smith”— Music intoxicates me.” “Poge” Moline— Where was the concert last night?” Mike Dcmulling in the jewelry store—“I-cr-ah-um.” . Jeweler—“Bring that tray of wedding rings here, Mrs. Hclmcr.” Jack Hoar—“Do you drink?” Don McKinnon— No”. Jack—“Then hold this bottle while I tic my shoe string.” Bill Moore—“Was she shy when you asked her her age?” Kd. Ncwberg—“Yes, I guess about five or six years.” George Hutchins to Dan l.inchan— Arc you the guy that cut my hair?” Dan— I don’t think so, I wasn't here a year ago.” “Jake”’in a Physics class—“What’s the name of that acid?” Bright Studc—“I don’t know, but I have it on the end of my tongue.” “Jake”—“For Lord's sake, spit it out quick, its poisonous. AS USUAL Lila Thocn—“Chuck, why are you mailing that empty envelope?” Chuck—“You see, I'm taking criminal law through correspondence and I’m cutting class today.” HEARD IN PHYSICS LAB. Wanish—“Is Volt at Ohm?” Bauer—“Watt?” Om Hundred 'flXw-O Dizzy—“Gee, I showed off Mitchell today, and before the whole class.” Not So Dizzy—“How was that?” Dizzy—“He asked for Lincoln's Gettysburg address, ’nd I had to tell ’em he didn’t live there any more. Gee, you should a heard the class give him the horse laugh.” Marion Wasson— Marie, why do you stay outside so long with such a good dancer as Wayne? Marie Lundy—“He showed me some new steps, and we sat on them.” Beach—“Gee, this house must be haunted!” Pearp—“How is that?” Beach—“I just now saw my leather vest, your tie, and my best silk shirt go out.” Dave—“Can you tell me about the Mason and Dixon’s line?” Jake—“Nope, I don’t go to the Follies. Lorraine Nelson— Why are all the Normal men like moons?” Jean Scott—“Because they arc out every night and put down their last quarter a good part of the time.” “Gea”—“Coupla hair nets, please.” Clerk— What strength?” “Gea”—“One dance and a long walk home.” Ray Hoffman— What kind of a girl is she?” Stan. Bergman— Darned if I know, they've a good davenport over to her house, and it's two years old and hasn't shown a sign of wear!” “What’s that hanging on the door where the faculty meet?” “Looks like a crepe to me?” “Gee, come on back, I’d like to know who they admit is dead.” Bus Driver—“Watch your step, Miss.” Peg Egdahl—“It’s not necessary, all the fellows on the curb are doing it for me.” Why is “Fat” Hanson so slow in football?” “It takes him that long to translate the signals into ‘Norsk’.” “Did you hear about the accident down at the movies the other night?” “No—anything serious?” “Well; one of the films was a good one.” Ont Hundred Serenly-lvo After Every Party The fellow were up at the Casino. We sat around smoking while waiting for the music to start. All at once Jack Hoar jumped up and said, “Come on, leave the parfee and let’s dance, the orchestra has just started.” Beach—“Don’t make a scene here in front of the collegiate women, you fool, that's not the orchestra, the waiter just dropped a pile of dishes.” Ziebel!—“Whitenack says the German mark is very low.” Quandt—“It can't be any lower than mine. Elsie Canfield—“I wonder if anyone loves me?” Y.M.C.A. member—“Oh, yes, God does.” Lynn Ogden—“Ruth is a religious girl.” Leslie Reardon—“How's that?” L. O.—“She’s the kind that makes you feel like you are in heaven when you are near her.” He wrapped hi arms about her As he saw her in the light; But she was a marble statue, and He was “tanked that night. Mr . Taylor—Janette, I wish you and your friend would not stand out on the porch so long. Janette—But he was only there for a second. Mrs. Taylor—I thought I heard a third and a fourth. George Hutchins while watching Jens clean up the Physics lab— How much you gittin’ for this?” Jens—“A dollar per.” George—“Huh! a dollar a day.” Jens—“No, a dollar perhaps.” Prof. Goble—“Have you been reading Longfellow?” Lester Timm—“No, only about half an hour.” Freshman—“I’m a little stiff from bowling.” Coach—“I don't care where you’re from, get busy out on the track.—Ghaparrel. “Did you know I was coming after dinner?” “Why not? That’s all you ever come after.” Oliver Younggren—“Behold me, the flower of manhood. Joe Shannon—“Yes, you blooming idiot.” Oitt Hundred Sttenly-lhree My parents told me not to smoke, I don’t, Nor listen to a naughty joke, I don’t. They told me it was wrong to wink At pretty girls, or even think About intoxicating drink, I don’t. Bud men chase women, wine, and song. I don t. I’ve never kissed a girl — not one. If fact, I don't know how its done. You may think I don’t have my fun, I DON’T FOR LADIES ONLY Can you imagine a perfect man, a tall, handsome fellow, with black curly hair, brown eyes, and a dark skin like Rudolf Valentino’s? One who dresses in the latest style, yet not like a cookie pusher. One who always says the right thing at the right time, has plenty of money to spend, is satisfied with one girl as a “steady,” and who would make an advertisement for arrow collars look like n cartoon. Imagine it! Thnt's about the'closest you'll ever get to it. Miss Hathorn—“Are you taking good care of your cold?” Annette—“Sure, I've had it two months and it’s as good as new.” Reynold Jensen—Marriage is a great institution. Don Boardman—So is the penitentiary. Laura Mac— ‘‘1 don’t like men, they bore me. In fact, I have said ‘no’ to several.” Wilma—“What were they selling?” Doctor Laue—“You told me your tooth had never been worked on before, but I find small gold flakes on the driller.” Dave Walker—“It hasn’t, but I think you have struck my collar button.” Joe Shannon—“I’m a normal grad; I want a position.” Employer—“I’d never hire a college man to work for me.” Joe— Who the deuce mentioned work?” Manly Lee—“I gave my girl a doll for a birthday present.” Meggen—“Was it the kind that says ‘mamma’ when you squeeze it?” M. L.—“Naw. It was the modern type—it says ‘keep it up’.” I understand Rollie Donovan is quite athletic.” How’s that?” “Well, he’s always swinging dumbclls.” Clcberg—“Do you use Colgate’s tooth paste?” Deans—“No, I’ve quit rooming with him.” CAKE-EATER Out llunJrtd StttHly.fout (§ ean Hayward ONCE PLAYED ®. (BACK ON THE V4 MINNESOTA Poor BALL. TEAM s VYA 5 ONCE A Grand opera star 'IL tLw ©LIVER YoUNGPEN WAS OFTEN MISTAKEN FOR AN AESTHETIC DANCER One Hundred Seventy-five The Senior Alphabet A is for Ames, lanky and lean, We're unable to comprehend the amount in his bean. B is for Boardman, now isn’t he cute? The staff all know he’s a regular brute. G is for Chapman, who sings like a lark, She enjoys best the moments she spends in the dark. D is for Demulling, who married Lenorc. He gives her a scolding and then she gets sore. E is for Egdahl, she never did cuss, She gives the men lessons in the correct way to fuss. F is for Filla, so tall and so lazy, He spills so much bunk that we all think he's crazy. G is for Grace, for the Smiths she does fall, She monopolizes the davenport when her “friends” call. H is for Hanson, pretty and blond, Of her impersonations, the students arc fond. I is for Ingli, a football shark, But he never doth walk with a girl in the dark. J is for Jens, he’s a mcll of a hess, He gets all his poems from the “Pioneer Press.” K is for Kapplcr, angelic some think, But we all change our minds, when we see his mean wink. L is for Lcncrtz, a regular Swede, Get on the good side of him, he'll slip you a feed. M is for Miller, Ed Follansbee’s “gal,” Not much on books, but a wonderful pal. N is for Nothe, so sweet and so shy, Men say you can’t kiss her, but then you might try. O is for Offcrdahl, who tickles the keys, She also delights in seeing “Tub” down on his knees. P is for Pearsons, the “elite” for men’s styles, They introduce clothes, that distinguish them for miles. 0 is for Quinn, with dark curly hair, She and her Ronald, make quite a pair. R is for Rundcll, she goes with her Pitts, If any girl steps with him, she flics into fits. S is for Schmidt, a mighty fine man, He does all the good that he possibly can. T is for Taylor, with his permanent blush, On a delicate type, he’s sure to get a “crush.” U is for Urncss, who types for our staff, Tell her a rare joke, and she’ll surely laugh. V is for Volla, who steps out each night, But when he goes to a game, he sure is a sight. W is for White, the brains of his class, That’s not saying much, but I s'pose it might pass. Y is for Younggrcn, who leadeth our yells, He don’t like his job, at least so he tells. Z is for Zicbclt, an athlete star, He visits Spring Valley, which isn’t so far. One united Serenty-iix A GRAVE. SITUATION Kccs—“What are the three greatest mysteries?” Frances—“Love, women, and hash. Dave, explaining the meaning of dreams,— “Last night I had a terrible dream. I dreamed about bees and long fussy worms—those big, long, juicy snake-like worms. Now what would you call that?” Voice from the rear—“Delirium tremons.” HEARD AT THE “GREASY SPOON” Cashier—“What did you have—we served soup and hush today.” Timm—“I don't know, but it tasted like hell.” Cashier—“Then you had hash, our soup tastes like hot dishwater.” “If you don't stop now I’ll call my dad. Stop right now! Dad I Dad!” “What is it daughter?” “What time is it?” Lyle Lewis—“Will that watch tell time.” Vcrnctt P.—“No, you have to look at it.” Grant Breitingcr—“All girls under twenty-one ore minors.” Victor Erickson—“Yet bet—gold diggers!” Florence Bennett—“Has your friend proposed yet?” Gail Bennett—“No, but I hear an engagement ring in his voice.” Nick Wiger—“I’m half inclined to kiss you.” Helen Sutherland—“How stupid of me; 1 thought you were merely round-shouldered.” “Here’s a snapshot of my friend on the seashore.” “Looks more like an exposure to me.” Norma Young—“Dad, can I go to the movies?” Her dad—“Huh, with that hole In your stocking?” Norma—“No, with one of the fellows from school.” “I’d tell you a good story, but I know no one nowa-days would be a bit interested in that type of story.” Her father was a “forty niner.” This little girl with eyes of blue, So she decided to follow the family profession, And she became a “gold digger” too. One Hundred Setenlyseun X0)L GIRL CMfexioH $K N YOU LOVE 70 TOU BUOY- 'Can I hold your Palm OliVe ? OLIVE- Nofc-on your Life Buoy - � � � � «-eMM-KglMI PAINT use ££ ASK A MAN WHO OWNS ONE One Hundred Setenly-eigkl MOW WAS I TO KNOW? She sat next to me at the movie—a delicate bit of feminity. I longed to hold her in my arms, but alas I did not know her. AU at once, as if in a dream, 1 heard her say: Haven’t we met before, you are the man of my dreams.” 1 pinched myself to see if I were dreaming. When I discovered that I wasn't, I quickly slipped one arm about her trim waist, and held her slender hand. The next thing I could remember, I was outside in the gutter. How the deuce was I to know that she was only reading the titles out loud to her brother, who sat on the other side. Sing a song of six girls, A pocketful of cash; Four and twenty berries. Spent for fancy hash. But when they took a taxi, The boy gave three long 'rays’, “It’s leap year, girls, you know. he said— “The woman always pays.”—Punch Bowl. Kate Monteith— Whenever I'm out with “Church,” it seems as though he's writing home.” Edna Jacobson—“How so?” Kate—“Well, he’s always telling about himself.” PRETTY DOGGIE! Art Behnke— I gave my girl a box of rouge last Christmas.” King— Well that must have been a pretty flossy present.” A. B.—“Yes, but I got it all back when she thanked me for it.” Prof—Give for any one year, the number of tons of coal shipped out of the United States. Bright Co-ed—1492; none. “What did you find from the investigation of your family tree?” That it was a nut-bearing variety.” Don McKinnon—“I'd like to see something pretty in silk hosiery.” Reeve Thompson— Follies in the city Saturday.” “That girl has a lot of backbone.” “How's that?” “Didn’t you sec her in her evening dress?” First Stew—“What’s the trouble?” Second Stew—“Thish match won't light.” First Stew—“Whadsha matter with it?” Second Stew—“Dunno, it lit all right jusht a second ago.” I Saa. You dance divinely. 1 scarcely feol the floor. Bun 5aid I do nob doubt • t. That is why my feefcsreSore . Ont Hundred StH ty-nint FINIS Plates by Buck bee Mon Co. St. Paul, Minn. Printed by Jones Kroeger Co. Winona, Minn.