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

Text from Pages 1 - 224 of the 1931 volume:

EX LIBRIS THE 1931 In 1634 Jean Nicole , the French explorer and first white man to visit. Wisconsin, landed at Green Day in ceremonial state with thunder in both hands. MB— COPYRIGHT EARLE SANFORD EDITOR LEO KRUEGER BUSINESS MANAGER THE 1 931 M E L E T E A Published by the STUDENTS of the STATE TEACHERS COLLEGE River Falls, Wisconsin VOLUME TWENTY In 1673 I.ouis Jollici and Father Marquette entered Green Bay and the Fox River, portaged into the Wisconsin, and descended that river to the Mississippi. TRIBUTE In appreciation of the romance and picturesqueness of her early history, the sturdy independence and perseverance of her pioneer days, and the energy and forward spirit of her people always we offer this tribute to Wisconsin - our State. Soon after the Black Hawk War in 1832 came the hardy pioneers, and long caravans’ of prairie schooners made the Wisconsin country their destination. FOREWORD To portray faithfully the student in all his activities of the past year is our thought as we present this twentieth volume of the Meletean to the students, faculty, alumni and friends of the River Falls State Teachers College... MM. run In 1848 Wisconsin was admitted into the Union. A free school system was established by law. a land grant for a university was made by congress, and the state university was incorporated. CONTENTS The Campus Administration Classes Organizations Activities NORTH HALL SOUTH HALL SOUTH CAMPUS THE TRAINING SCHOOL THE FALLS iaoj Hinos A quarter century ago Wisconsin was the leading lumber producing state in the Union, and vast forests still exist. Now a plan of reforestation is under way to cover again with timber the cut-over lands. ADMINISTRATION men It is the quality of its and women that makes the quality of a college Regent J. H. Grimm liifliittn BOARD OF REGENTS OFFICERS Edward J. Dempsey...................................President EDGAR G. DOUDNA..................................Secretary Solomon Levitan.....................................Treasurer PERSONNEL Jerome Baker............... John Callahan.............. Edward Dempsey............. Oliver E. Gray............. Robert Curran.............. William Atwell............. J. H. Grimm................ Mrs. John A. Aylward - - - George B. Miller........... C. R. Falk................. Otto M. Schlabach - - - - Whitewater Madison Oshkosh Platteville Superior Stevens Point River Falls Madison Eau Claire Milwaukee La Crosse Nineteen President J. H. Ames Twentg ONE of the great American illusions is the faith displayed in the things that are new. from new machines to new ideas. Up-to-dateness is the greatest virtue. In the effort to achieve this super-excellence, frantic haste is made to discard last year’s model, to reject last year’s book and to deny the beliefs and faiths of yesterday. The chaos which characterizes our social order today may be traced in large part to the feverish haste with which the American people have rejected everything of the past. Schools and colleges have anxiously struggled to head this procession. Methods, materials and objectives have been so frequently changed that all have been confused as to the real aims of education. No philosophy of education should be formulated in any but the broadest terms and based upon the past experiences of the race. The fundamental needs of society and individuals remain constant year after year, generation after generation. Education is a social process, whose aim is to produce not only useful and law-abiding citizens, but also those whose intellectual horizons have been enlarged, whose range of interests have been increased and whose sympathies have been deepened. To fail in these larger and more fundamental aspects of education is to fail all along the line. Colleges must keep alive idealism in the souls of youth and must foster those sentiments of honor and loyalty without which our religious, political and social institutions cannot endure. This is not the doctrine of conservatism: it is a plea that no program for the future, within our colleges or without, can fail to recognize the lessons of the past. Tu� nW‘Ont THE COLLEGE RELIGION, morality, and knowledge being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools and means of education shall be forever encouraged”—thus ran the first provision for education as it appeared in the Ordinance of the Northwest Territory in 1787. Many of the pioneers of Wisconsin came from the New England and Eastern states where they had already become impressed with the value of schools. In January, 1849, less than a year after Wisconsin had been admitted as a state the first plan for securing teacher training in Wisconsin was established in the form of a normal department in the state university. During the next few years the normal department made a gradual growth. In 1857 the legislature passed an act to encourage academies and normal schools. This act set aside one-fourth of the gross proceeds of the swamp lands granted to Wisconsin in 1850 for the purpose of maintaining teacher training institutions. It also provided for a board of normal school regents to distribute the income to academies and normal schools which had an organized department for the training of teachers. Later on, in 1865, further legislation was passed donating one-half of the gross proceeds from swamp lands to the normal school fund. The Act of 1865 really established the normal school fund for two reasons: first, because of need of adequate legislation to conserve the funds which the state was deriving from swamp and overflow lands, and second, the failure of university and academics to develop normal departments to meet the demand of the state for training teachers. The income from these funds was to be applied to establishing, supporting, and maintaining normal schools. The first decision of the board of regents was to build a normal school in each of the six congressional districts, but they later proposed that whenever a city or town in the state should offer to give a site, suitable buildings, and fixtures for a state normal school, the said board of regents might consider the same, and select the one most feasible for the maintenance of an institution of this kind. The following year. 1866, the board of regents decided to locate schools at Whitewater and Platteville. The donation from Platteville of the building of the Platteville Academy thus made it possible to open school in October of the same year, giving Platteville the first normal school in this state. White-water being delayed by having to erect suitable buildings was not able to open until April. 1868. At the meeting of the board of regents in May. 1866. Oshkosh was selected as a third suitable location for a normal school. At this time it was also decided to establish schools at Stoughton and Sheboygan, but the motion was soon withdrawn for the latter two places. Erection of buildings for the Oshkosh school began in 1869. and this school was opened in the fall of 1871. The first three normal schools established thus far were located in the southern and eastern part of the state. The congressional districts in the northern part of the state demanded that the next teacher training institution be located in their territory. In July, 1871. the board of regents, accompanied by the governor, made a tour throughout northwestern Wisconsin, and as a result of this inspection it was decided in January, 1872, to locate the fourth school at River Falls in the St. Croix Valley. The city of River Falls and surrounding country contributed $37,000 and ten acres of land as an inducement to secure the location of the institution. Work was started immediately on the new school and the formal opening and T ipmiy-Two THE COLLEGE dedication of the River Falls Normal School occurred in September, 1875. The school was housed in what was then considered the largest and best equipped building that had been erected by the board of regents up to that time. The school opened with a larger attendance than any of the three schools previously established, the enrollment being 270. of which 130 were in the normal department and 140 in the preparatory department. The faculty of the River Falls Normal numbered nine, with Warren D. Parker as its first president. On November 29, 1897. the first building burned, and the work of the school was carried on in churches and secret society rooms until the new building could be erected. In September. 1898, the school was located in the new building, larger, more convenient, and better lighted than the first. The enrollment immediately began to increase and the new building was soon filled to capacity. Since River Falls was situated in an extensive agriculture section, in 1911 a course in agriculture was added to the course of instruction at the normal school. The board of regents immediately purchased a tract of land of fourteen and a half acres to be used in connection with the agriculture department. The department of agriculture advanced so that in 1915 the present normal farm was purchased, and in 1919 a modern dairy barn and shops building was erected to offer more and better facilities for instruction in the department of agriculture. In 1914 a new building was erected, known as North Hall, which contained the agriculture rooms, science laboratories, auditorium, administrative offices, and gymnasium. In 1928 an addition to North Hall was erected, to be used by the training school and junior high school departments, which formerly occupied the third floor of South Hall. The science laboratories, located on the second and third floors of North Hall, were much better equipped and a modern swimming pool and large convenient locker rooms were located in the basement. This year a new mechanics building is to replace the old barracks which will be used by the agriculture department as a stock pavilion. At the present time River Falls offers training in many depatments. In agriculture the department was recognized by the state vocational board in 1928 as eligible to place four-year degree graduates in Smith-Hughes departments. At the present time River Falls has the largest department for training agriculture teachers of any teachers college in the United States. Also it is one of three teachers colleges in the United States, the departments of which are recognized by the vocational board for training Smith-Hughes teachers. In the elementary education department, consisting of primary, intermediate. and grammar grades. River Falls offers two. three, and four year courses. The four-year degree course in elementary education was added in 1930. In the rural education department a one and two-year course is offered for training teachers for rural schools. Courses of training are also offered in junior high school and principals departments. In 1927 the title of the school was changed to River Falls State Teachers College, and it became a degree granting institution the same year, offering degrees in agriculture, science, education, mathematics, history, social science, and English. These additions and improvements of the educational plant and courses of study prophesy a new and expanding life for the school, which is the oldest in northern and western Wisconsin. TuftniV'Thrtt Charles G. Stratton A.B. Michigan Normal College Geology, Geography Dean of Men Irma Hathorn A.M. Teachers College, Columbia University Dean of Women Rudolph A. Karges Ph.M. University of Wisconsin Chemistry. Director High School Department James P. Jacobson M.S. University of Wisconsin Physics Everett Bowden M.S. University of North Dakota Chemistry Alfred C. Vogele M.S. University of Illinois Biology Twenty-Four John M. May M.A. Cornell Universiiy Director Agriculture Department E. J. Prucha M.S. University of Wisconsin Agriculture, Registrar Arthur N. Johnson M.S. Iowa State Agricultural College Agriculture Clyde B. Campbell B.S. Iowa State Agricultural College Teacher Training in Roy E. Spriggs B.S. Kansas State Agricultural College Agricultural Mechanics William Segerstrom B.S.M. Stout Institute Manual Training T wenty-Fivr Orville M. Hanna A.M. University of Chicago English L. Lucile Haddow A.M. University of Wisconsin English Nelle L. Schlosser B.S. Boston University English, Expression Maude L. Barr M.A. Columbia University English Richard B. Eide M.A. University of Iowa English Erasmus A. Whitenack A.B. Rutgers College Languages T ivtmu-Six James D. Hill M.A. University of Colorado Social Sciences Maud A. Latta A.M. University of Chicago Social Sciences Elbert W. Harrington M.A. University of Iowa Social Sciences. Public Speaking Justin Williams M.A. University of Iowa Social Science and Public Speaking James I. Malott A.M. University of Missouri Psychology. Director of Rural Education Walter H. Hunt Ph.M. Valparaiso University Director. Principals Department T urfiuy-Stvtn Glen P. Junkman Ph.B. University of Wisconsin Mathematics Marvin D. Geere Warren Conservatory of Music Music Margaret Chapman Eide A.M. University of Wisconsin Mathematics William Schliep B.S. University of Minnesota Music, Band. Orchestra Alberta M. Greene Teachers College. Columbia University Art Cara Amelia Wharton B.Music, Gunn School of Music and Dramatic Art. Chicago History of Music, Theory, Piano T urtnty-Eighl Carl Klandrud State Normal School. La Crosse. Wisconsin Athletic Director Rhea Gibson A. B. University of Wisconsin Librarian Mary Louise Branstad B.A. University of Nebraska Physical Training Mary Bradley Library School. University of Wisconsin Assistant Librarian Edith E. Weberg State Normal School. Stevens Point. Wisconsin Home Economics Amy Fuller State Normal School. River Falls. Wisconsin Assistant Librarian Tuftniy-Nint Russell Johnston A.M. University of Minnesota Director of Training School Mabel L. Bridges M.A. Teachers College, Columbia University Supervisor, Elementary Grades Mabel Jorstad Ph.B. University of Wisconsin Rural Critic Nathalie Delander B.S. University of Minnesota Geography and History, Junior High School Lillian B. Clawson Art Institute, Chicago Assistant in Art Harold G. McMullen B.S. Central State Teachers College. Michigan Science, Junior High School Thirty Inez Iola Rewey A.B. University of Denver English, Junior High School Adeline C. Patton Ph.B. University of Wisconsin Third Grade Critic Augusta Thomas River Falls State Normal School Fifth and Sixth Grade Critic Irma B. Armstrong A.M. Teachers College. Columbia University Second Grade Critic B. Louise Hilder State Teachers College. St. Cloud Fourth Grade Critic LUCILE M. Fobes B.S. Teachers College. Columbia University Primary Critic Thirty-One Foremost among Wisconsin agricultural and industrial interests is dairying, in which the state ranks first in the Union. Thirty-Two SEIIORS William Turner Clair Bartosh THE SENIOR CLASS TWENTY-FOUR of the original two hundred and twenty-one people who enrolled in the fall of 1927 will graduate with the class of ’31. Additions from time to time since, however, will bring the total receiving their B.E. degree in June up to forty-six. Prominent characters in every rank of activity have been the members of this class. During the four years three members of the group have stood out in athletics. They are Bartosh, Alfonse. and Wile. Margaret Fox. Maxine Blain, Rochelle Farrell, and Evelyn Rhiel have been prominent in dramatic work during their college career. On the debate platform Leonard Madison and Arno Dittbrenner have brought honor to the class. Earle Sanford as Meletean editor and Leonard Warner as Student Voice editor furnished the leadership for the 1930-'31 publications at the college. When the class was organized in the fall of ’27, Ralph Peterson was chosen as its first president. The pep and snap of the new class first became evident when it helped put across what veterans considered one of the most successful Homecomings of all times. Gordon Grimm, who is now attending the University of Minnesota, represented the class on the Homecoming Committee. Benjamin West headed the class organization for the second half of the year. As it advanced to its second stage of infancy, a sophomore class, the group found itself smaller by almost fifty members. Glen Lund and Clarence Alfonse were the presidents. The Prom that year was under the able direction of Gordon Grimm, Margaret Fox, Clair Bartosh, and Evelyn Rhiel. and, decorated to represent a Dutch scene, will go down in history, critics believe, as one of the outstanding promenades. Don D’Amico’s orchestra from the University of Minnesota furnished the music. Thirty-Four Margaret Chapman Eide THE SENIOR CLASS Minus its two-year graduates and with an enrollment of forty-five members the group passed its junior year. Bernard Morton and Carl Neitzke were its class presidents. Additional honors came to the class when Bernard Morton representing the college in the extemporaneous contest placed third in the state contest. Seniors all they were in the fall of 1930. William Turner was selected to guide the organization during the first term, and Clair Bartosh took over the reins during the second term. Elmer Beran won the local speaking contest and placed third in the state contest in extempore speaking, again bringing forensic honors to his class. In no small way have the achievements of the class of 1931 been due to its class advisor. Mrs. Margaret Chapman Eide. Her good will and wise guidance have been a priceless asset throughout the four years. This is the history of the Senior Class. Perhaps not the most illustrious group in class history has it been, but its achievements in many activities will stand as a target at which future classes may aim. In the words of the poet: Well built, well finished, Is the ship that leaves the shore, Bearing the class of ’31 To be a class no more. Tbitty-Fioe Clarence ALFONSE...........................Cumberland Mathematics and Science N.C. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. President 4: R Club I. 2. 3. 4. President 2: Class Vice-President I. Class President 2: Baseball I. 3. 4: Basketball 2. 3. 4: Football 1. 2. 3. Captain 3: Chairman Homecoming Committee 4: Ring Committee 4: Social Committee 3. 4. Treasurer 4. Edward Barber...............................Arkansas Agriculture and Mechanics Y.M.C. A. I. 2. 3. 4: Agrifallian I. 2. 3. 4: Masquers 3. Clair Bartosh............................River Falls Science and Mechanics Y.M.C. A. 1. 2. 3: R Club 2. 3. 4. President 4: Honor Society 4: Class Presilent 4: Football I. 2. 3. 4: Swimming I. 2. 3. 4: Homecoming Committee I. 2. 3: Prom Committee 2. Elmer BERAN...........................Turtle Lake Mathematics and Science Y.M.C. A. 2: R” Club 3. 4: Honor Society 4: Class Treasurer 2: Baseball 1. 2: Basketball 1.3: Football 3: Extempore 4: 1926 Meletean. Business Manager: Prom Committee 2: Ring Committee 4: “Polly with a Past 3: Daddy-Long-Legs” 3: Her Step-Husband 4: Vaudeville 3. Maxine Blain ------- Weyerhauser History and English Laurence College 1: Y. W. C. A. 2. 3. 4. Cabinet 3. 4. Geneva Delegate 2: Masquers 2. 3. 4. President 3: Honor Society 4: G. O. P. 2. 3. 4. Vice-President 4: Class Treasurer 4: Student Voice 2: Prom Committee 2: Ring Committee 4: Social Committee 3: A Girl to Order” 2: Merely Mary Ann” 3: Smilin' Through 3: Vaudeville 2: Many Happy Returns 4. ThirtV‘Six River Falls Mrs. Alma Bussey - History and Social Science Y. W. C. A. 1. Vincent Crane........................Balsam Lake Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. ty 2. 3. Arno DitTBRENNER..........................Washburn Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. I. 2. 3. 4. Cabinet 2. 3. 4. President 4: Agrifallian I. 2. 3. 4. President 3. Treasurer 4: ”R Club 4: Forensic Forum 4. Vice-President 4: Honor Society 4: Football 1. 2. 3. 4: Debate 2. 3. 4: 1930 Meletean. Business Manager: Student Voice 3. 4: Homecoming Committee 3. 4: Press Club 4. Rochelle Farrell...........................River Falls. English and History Newman Club I. 2. 3. 4. Secretary-Treasurer 2: Masquers 3. 4: W. A. A. I. 2. 3. Secretary 3: Honor Society 4: G. O. P. 2. 3. 4: Class Secretary-Treasurer 3: Debate 1: 1930 Meletean: “The Kelly Kid 4. Margaret Fox............................River Falls English and History Y. W. C. A. 2. 3. 4. Cabinet 3. Vice-President 4: Honor Society 4: G. O. P- I. 2. 3. 4. Vice-President 2. President 3: Homecoming Committee 2. 3: Prom Committee 2: Ring Committee 4: Social Committee 3: Three Wise Fools 1: Second Childhood 2: Merely Mary Ann 3: Peg O' My Heart 3: Her Stop-Husband” 4. Thittv-Stvta Robert Fritz Clintonville Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. 4: Agrifallian 1. 2; Debate 2. THELMA Haga........................Bayport, Minnesota English and History Red Wing Junior College I. 2: Y. W. C. A. 3. 4. President 4: G. O. P. 4: Class Vice-President 4: Orchestra 3. Chris Hanson...................................Genoa Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. 1, 2, 3, 4. Cabinet 4: Agrifallian I . 2. 3. 4. Vice-President 4: Glee Club I. 2: Chorus 2. 3. 4: Baseball 1. 2; Homecoming Committee 3. 4. Portia Hill...........................River Falls Science and Mathematics Y. W. C. A. 1. 2. 3: W. A. A. I. 2. 3. 4. Recording Secretary 3: Class Secretary 3: Baseball 4: Basketball I. 3. 4: Hockey 4; Soccer 4: Volleyball 3. 4: 1928 Meletean. James Hocking............................River Falls Agriculture and Mechanics Agrifallian 1. 2. 3. 4. President 4: Class Secretary-Treasurer 4: Basketball 1. 2. 3. Thirty-Eight Oliver King Merromonie History and English Hamline University 1.2: Baseball I, 2. 3. 4; Football 3: Track | 2. Lorin B. Krueger...............................Ellsworth Agriculture and Manual Arts Y. M. C. A. 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3. 4: Masquers 4. HELEN Lamson - -- -- -- -- Roberts English and History Y. W.C. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. Cabinet 3. 4; W. A. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. Recording Secretary 4: Chorus 4: Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4; Volleyball 1. 2. 3. 4: Hockey 4. Carl Larson................................Mondovi Science and Education University of Wisconsin 3: Y. M. C. A. 1. 2, 4: Agrifallian 1. 2. 4. Lawrence Larsen.........................Clear Lake Science and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: Freshman Basketball 1: Organization Basketball 2, 3. 4: Homecoming Committee 1, 2: Vaudeville 2. Thiriy-Nine River Falls william C. Larson................ History and Social Science John Lloyd...........................................Cambria Agriculture Ripon College 1: Y. M. C. A. 2. 3. 4: Agrifallian 2. 3. 4, Vice-President 3. Secretary 4': Forensic Forum 4; Class Vice-President 4. Irvin Lotz........................New Richmond Agriculture and Science Agrifallian 1. 2. 3. 4: Swimming 2. 3; Homecoming Committee I. 2, 3. Leonard A. Madison.........................M tilt own Agriculture Y. M. C. A. 1, 2. 3. 4. Cabinet 2. President 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3. 4: Masquers 3. 4: Forensic Forum 4: Class Treasurer 2: Debate 3. 4: Extempore 3: Homecoming Committee 2. 3: Prom Committee 2: Cheer Leader 3. 4. Floyd Miller......................................Arcadia Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. Vice-President 4: Agrifallian 1, 2, 3. 4: Forensic Forum 4: Band 1, 2. 3: Football, Assistant Manager I: Swimming I, 2: Student Voice 2, 3: Homecoming Committee 3, 4. Forty Ellsworth Leona E. Miller - Mathematics and History Newman Club I. 2. 3; Honor Society 4. Richard C. Mooney........................River Falls English and History Y.M.C.A. 1. 2, 3. 4. Treasurer 3: Masquers 3. 4: Lincolnian 1. 2. 3: Mozart Club 2. 3: Civic Club 1. 2, 3: Homecoming Committee 4: Student Voice 2. 3. Carl Neitzke....................................Clintonville Agriculture Y. M. C. A. 2. 3: Agrifallian I. 2. 3. 4: Masquers 3, 4: Forensic Forum 4: Honor Society 4: Class President 3: Ring Committee 4: Social Committee 4. Gladys Paulson.........................River Falls Mathematics and English Clayton Peterson..........................Phillips History and Mathematics R” Club 2. 3. 4: Baseball I. 2. 3. 4: Football 1. 2. Fony-Ont Lyle Radcliffe...............................Melrose Science and Mathematics LaCrosse State Teachers College 1, 2. 3; Honor Society 4. Evelyn Rhiel................................Elmwood English and History Y. W. C. A. 1,! 2. 3, 4: Masquers 3. 4: Honor Society 4: G. O. P. 1. 2. 3. 4: Class Vice-President 1. 3; Homecoming Committee 1: Social Committee 4: Merely Mary Ann” 3: Peg O’ My Heart” 3: Her Step-Husband” 4: Many Happy Returns 4. Thomas Runkle...........................River Falls English and Music Orchestra 1, 2. 3. 4: String Quartet 3. 4: Instrumental Trio 3: 1931 Meletean. Ernest Samuelson....................River Falls Principals and Social Science Wayne State Teachers College 1. 2: Fremont College 3: Y. M. C. A. 4: Student Voice 4. Earle Sanford.....................................Viola Agriculture Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. 4. Cabinet 3: Agrifallian 1, 2. 3. 4: Honor Society 4: Baseball 1: 1931 Meletean, Editor; Homecoming Committee 2. 3; Prom Committee 2; Vaudeville 1. Foriy-T mo William Turner................................- Roberts Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. I. 2. 3. 4. Treasurer 3. 4: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3, 4, Vice-President 3, 4: Class Treasurer 2; President 4; Freshman Basketball 1: Organization Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4: Prom Committee 2. Leonard Warner...........................Deer Park Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. I. 2. 3. 4: Agrifallian j, 2, 3, 4, President 4: Honor Society 4; Press Club 4. President 4; Baseball 1. 2. 3; Organization Basketball 1. 2: Football I: Student Voice I. 2. 3. Advertising Manager 2. Business Manager 3. Editor 4; Homecoming Committee 4. Eulalia Weisend......................River Falls Education and History Homecoming Committee 3. Levie Wick - -- -- -- - River Falls Mathematics and Science Y. M. C. A. I. 2: Basketball 1: Football 3. 4; Swimming 2: Homecoming Committee 1. 2: Prom Committee 2. Ray P. Wile...............................Cameron Science and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. 4: ■’R” Club 3. 4: Mixed Chorus 3. 4: Football 1. 2. 3; Basketball 1. 2. Foriy-Thrt JUNIORS Lester Gibson George Strand THE JUNIOR CLASS THE junior class feels that at the end of three years of college life its members, the survivors of a freshman class of two hundred and one eager and ambitious members, deserve a hand” for having kept up the traditions and lived up to the promises of that group. At the same time the class wishes to express its appreciation to Mr. J. D. Hill who has led us through three successful years. His “dues fetching” speeches and letters have been a great help to the class in keeping up its enviable reputation in monetary matters. We look forward to working with him again next year and hope that at degree-granting time he will have a few enjoyable remembrances of the class of '32. The class also commends its class presidents, Robert Sutherland and John Hammer, freshman year, Charles Freeman and Carvel Morton, sophomore year, and Lester Gibson and George Strand, junior year, for their efficient administrations.” Especially does it wish to recognize Carvel Morton for his excellent work as prom chairman in carrying out the plans for the biggest social event of last year. Under his guidance the gymnasium was transformed into a flying field which in turn was the scene of one of the most beautiful and successful proms at River Falls. The three years at River Falls have been full of activities for the members of the junior class. Leaders in every organization have been drawn from the junior class roll. The presidents of two of the outstanding organizations have been junior girls. The G. O. P. has had a banner year with Lura Ross as Form-Six James D. Hill THE JUNIOR CLASS president, while the Masquers Society grew in popularity under Margaret Burkholder. The new Honor Society chose as officers Joyce Bergseng and Archie Hill, both of the junior class. Juniors have also been officers and cabinet members of the Newman Club, the Y. W. C. A., and the Y. M. C. A. In athletics the class of ’32 has been particularly prominent. We wish to congratulate the three men who played their last games as juniors. Captain “Arnie” Larson, and Co-captains “Johnny” Schlicht and “Bob” Sutherland. John Hammer (football) and Frank Vuchetich (golf) are also athletes representing our class. Literary talent is not lacking in the junior class as is shown by the number of representatives on the Student Voice: Orvis Olson, Raymond Penn, Albert Hannemann. Seward Nielsen, and George Strand, and on the Melelean staff: Leo Krueger, Business Manager. Margaret Kelly, Clarice Olson, Charles Freeman, and Raymond Penn. In debate also, the juniors carry away highest honors. Horace Merrill, captain of the debate squad, and William Hawkins, president of the Forensic Forum, are the two veterans who have brought honor yearly to the class in the “talkies. ’ Raymond Penn also came into prominence as a debater. Besides these three men the squad drew much valuable material from the class during the last three years. With a majority of the care free juniors planning to return next year as dignified seniors, the class looks forward to another successful year. Forff SiM Joyce Bergseng River Falls History and English Y. W. C. A. 1. 2. 3. President 2. Cabinet 3: Forensic Forum 3: Honor Society 3: G. O. P. 3: Class Vice-President 3; Debate 1. 2; Homecoming Committee 3. Walter Bristol...........................Ellsworth Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. 2: Forensic Forum 1: Debate 1. Margaret R. Burkholder - - - - Hudson English and History Masquers 1. 2. 3. President 3: Honor Society 3: G. O. P. 1. 2. 3: 1931 Meletean: Homecoming Committee 1. 2. 3: Prom Committee 2: Social Committee 2: Second Childhood” 1: Merely Mary Ann” 2: “Just Neighborly 2: Smilin' Through” 2: Finger of God” 3. HAL CHICKER..............................Ladysmith Science and Language Y. M. C. A. I, 2. Grant Chinnock.............................River Falls Agriculture and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. 2. 3; Agrifallian 1. 2, 3. Forty-Eight River Falls Donald Dorgan...................... Science and Mathematics Newman Club 1. 2. 3; Debate 2. GUNNARD ENGEBRET...................... Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. 2. 3: Honor Society 3. Hawkins Edward Fischer - - - - Brook Park, Minn. History and English Y. M. C. A. 2, 3: Masquers 3: Forensic Forum 3; Football 3: Student Voice 2: Her Step Husband 3. ELLING FLOTTUM........................Cumberland History and Geography Y. M.C. A. 1. 2, 3. Charles R. Freeman............................Centuria Mathematics and Science Y. M. C. A. 1: Honor Society 3: Class President 2; 1931 Meletean; Homecoming Committee 1, 2: Prom Committee 2. Fong-Nine River Falls Mrs. Frances Gallup - - - - Literature and Art Y. W. C. A. 3: Honor Society 3. LUCILE GARLEY - - - - St. Paul, Minnesota Education and History Y. W. C. A. 3: Rural Life Club 1.3: Masquers 3: W. A. A. 2: Forensic Forum 3. Secretary 3: Honor Society 3: G. O. P. 3: Aquatic League 3: Debate 1. 3: Oratory 3. Lester R. Gibson..............................Durand Agriculture Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3: Class President 3: Organization Basketball I. 2. 3: Prom Committee 2. Hartell Goldsmith.......................Cumberland History and Social Science Wallace Gotham..........................Chetek Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3: Class Secretary 3; Football 3. fifty Colfax John M. Hammer................... Science and Social Science Y. M. C.A. 1. 2: R” Club 2. 3: Class President 1; Basketball 1: Football 1. 2. 3; Swimming 1. 2. 3. Albert Hannemann........................Edgar Agriculture and Science Platteville State Teachers College 1: Agrifallian 2, 3; Band 2: Football 2: Student Voice 2, 3. Richard Hemp........................................Neilsoille Science • R” Club 2. 3: Football 2. 3: Student Voice 1. 2. 3. Archie Hill r............................River Falls Science and Mathematics Honor Society 3: Swimming 1. 2, 3: Homecoming Committee 1. 2. Edwin L. Howard.............................Durand Agriculture and Science Y. M.C. A. 1. 2. 3: Agrifallian 1, 2. 3. Treasurer I: Student Voice 2: Homecoming 3. Fifty-Oat Pauline Isaacson....................Spring Valley History and Language Y. W. C. A. I. 2. 3. Cabinet 3: Masquers I. 2. 3: Honor Society 3: G. O. P. 2. 3. Lewis Keeler............................Shell Lake History and Social Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: Forensic Forum 3: Debate 3. Margaret Kelly...........................Cumberland English and History Newman Club I. 2. 3. Treasurer 3: Honor Society 3: G. O. P. I. 2. 3: Class Vice-President 2: Glee Club I. Chorus 2. 3; 1930, 1931 Meletean; Homecoming Committee 2: Prom Committee 2: Social Committee 1. 3: Vaudeville 2. Edward Kinney - - - - - - - - Amery History and Social Science ..Newman Club 3. Leo H. Krueger..........................River Falls Mathematics and History R Club 2. 3: Baseball I. 2. 3: Basketball 1. 2. 3: Football I. 2. 3: Swimming 1. 2. 3: 1931 Meletean, Business Manager: Homecoming Committee 1: Chairman Prom Committee 2: Ring Committee I: Social Committee 2. Vice-President 2. Fifty-Two w Arnold Larsen...........Park Falls. Minn. Science and Mai hematics Newman Club 3: R Club 1, 2. 3: Baseball 1. 2. 3: Basketball I. 2. 3; Football 1. 2. 3, Captain 3. Clarence Lundeen..........................Westboro Agriculture Y. M. C. A. I. 2. 3; Agrifallian 1. 2. 3. Martin McAndrew...........................Ellsworth History and Social Science Newman Club I. 2. 3: Forensic Forum 3. Horace Merrill -------- Taylor History and Social Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. Cabinet 2: Forensic Forum 3: Class Treasurer 2: Debate 2. 3: Homecoming Committee 2; Prom Committee 2. Carvel Morton...............................Ellsworth Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. I: Masquers 2. 3: Forensic Forum 3: Class President 2: Homecoming Committee 3: Prom Committee 2: Ring Committee 1; Social Committee I: Merely Mary Ann 2: Peg O' My Heart 2: Smilin' Through 2: Elopement of Ellen 3. Filty-Thrte Clifford Nelson Blair Agriculture Y. M. C.A. I , 2. 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3: Baseball 1. 2. 3: Student Voice 3. Rudolph Nelson...........................Hammond Science and Mathematics Y. M.C.A. I. 2. 3: Press Club 3: Student Voice 3: Homecoming Committee 3. Gurnan E. NlCCUM...................................Hawkins Agriculture and Science Agrifallian 1. 2, 3. Nestor Nielsen..........................River Falls Science and Mechanics Y. M. C. A. 2. 3. Seward Nielsen.....................................Militown Agriculture Y. M. C. A. I. 2. 3: Agrifallian 1, 2. 3; Student Voice 2. 3. Fitly-Four Roberts Edward J. O’Connell - - Agriculture Newman Club 1. 2, 3. Treasurer 3: Agrifallian 1, 2. 3: Debate I. 2: Student Voice 1. Clarice H. Olson.........................Hudson History and English Masquers 3; W. A. A. I. 2. President 2; Glee Club 1: 1931 Meletean: Homecoming Committee 1. 2. 3: Prom Committee 2: Vaudeville 1. 2. Orvis A. Olson................................Hoi men Science and Mathematics Press Club 3: Student Voice 2. 3: Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. Raymond Penn.....................................DePece Agriculture Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3: Forensic Forum 3: Honor Society 3: Press Club 3: Debate 3: Extempore 2: 1930-1931 Meletean: Student Voice 1, 3: Chairman Social Committee 3. Phyllis Petrie - - - - Minneapolis, Minn. History and English Y. W. C. A. 1. 2, 3: Aquatic League 3: Orchestra 3. Fifty-Fine William Rosenow Osceola Agriculture Agrifallian I, 2. 3. LURA ROSS ....... .. Hudson English and History Newman Club 1. 2. 3; G. O. P. I. 2. 3. President 3; Class Vice-President 2: Prom Committee 2. JOHN Schlicht..............................Marshfield Science and Language Newman Club 1. 2. 3: a’R ’ Club 1. 2. 3: Class Treasurer 1: Baseball 1. 2: Basketball 1. 2, 3. Captain 3; Football 1. 2. 3: Swimming 2: Prom Committee 2. Roland Snow...................................Beldenoille Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. 2. 3. Edward Solum.................................Chetek Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2, 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3: Football 1, 2; Student Voice 3; Homecoming Committee 1. Fitly-Six Baldwin George Strand..................... Science and Mathematics Y. M. C. A. 2. 3: Press Club 3: Class President 3: Student Voice 3. Business Manager 3: Homecoming Committee 3. Robert Sutherland......................River Falls Mathematics and Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: R Club 1. 2. 3. Treasurer 3: Class President 1: Basketball 1. 2. 3: Football 1. 2. 3: Homecoming Committee 1 : Prom Committee 2; Ring Committee 1. Roy Swanson..........................................Frederic Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3: Agrifallian 1. 2. 3. EVERETT Tait...........................New Richmond Principals Eau Claire Teachers College 1. 2. 3. Irwin Taylor...............................River Falls Agriculture and Science Y. M. C. A. 1. 2. 3. Cabinet 1. 2. 3: Agrifallian 3; Masquers 2. 3: Glee Club 1. 2. 3: Class Vice-President 2: Student Voice 2: Prom Committee 2; Back to Your Knitting 2. Fiftg-'Stvm Frank Vuchetich........................Park Falls History and Mathematics Newman Club 1, 2. 3; Class Secretary and Treasurer 3; Baseball 1. 2: Tennis 1. 2. Edward Walker.........................River Falls Science and Mathematics Debate 2. Wilbur W. Weishapple......................Durand Science and Mathematics Newman Club 1. 2. 3; Basketball 1: Prom Committee 2: Social Committee 3. Carl M. Wolf -------- Prescott Agriculture Y. M. C. A. 1. 2, 3; Agrifallian 1. 2, 3; Forensic Forum 3; Class Treasurer 3. Milton Zeddies..........................Two Rivers Agriculture Agrifallian 1. 2, 3; Football 2. 3. Fifty-Eight SOPHOMORES Fred Mattson Marvin Pratt THE SOPHOMORE CLASS nrwo years ago about two hundred and fifty very timid and bewildered 1 individuals enrolled at the River Falls State Teachers College as freshmen. These individuals did not remain shy and unobtrusive very long, however. Under the leadership of Walter Hagestad and Oral Clafiin they soon took their places among the notables of the school. Our first recognition came when Ove Berven pushed the baby carriage in the Homecoming float parade, carrying off first comic prize. From then on the class has held an enviable record in school affairs. All this was done, of course, under the paternal guidance of Mr. Spriggs, who looked after us and offered remedies for all our woes. Under his watchful care we passed into another stage of our development and became sophomores. In becoming sophomores these freshmen lost none of their ability and initiative but rather increased it. Probably the most difficult piece of engineer-ing the sophomores undertook was the promoting of the 1931 Prom. The leadership of this task was given to Marvin Pratt, who. with capable assistants, planned a most original scheme of decoration. An aquatic scene was carried out in shades of green with sea-green predominating. The punch stand was a large sea-shell, the orchestra stand the ruins of a wrecked ship, and the ceiling a huge lily-pad. Around the wall fantastic sea fish were painted. The Prom of 1931 will be remembered as most unusual as well as successful. Slxiv Roy E. Spriggs THE SOPHOMORE CLASS REPRESENTATIVES of the Sophomore Class have made enviable records for themselves in every field of activity in the school. In forensics our outstanding claim to fame is Lucile Garley. who won the local oratorical contest and placed third in the district contest. She is also a member of the debate team. In dramatics the class is well represented in the Masquers. Margaret Hell-weg was a member of the cast of “Her Step-Husband, the first play presented by the Masquers this year. To the musical organizations our most famous contribution is Byron Holtz, who played the piano solo in the concert given by the orchestra. There are also several other members of the sophomore class in the glee clubs as well as the orchestra and band. In athletics our class is truly famous. Our outstanding men are Irving Gcrhardt. football, and Ray Helixon, basketball. Gerhardt is captain-elect of the 1931 football team. He will be backed by a number of sophomore letter men. We are especially proud of “Tuff, who was placed on the all-state basketball team. There will be also a number of sophomore letter men on the 1931-’32 basketball team. Sixig-Oo Ruth Achenbach.............................Durand Intermediate Newman Club 2: G. O. P. 2: Class Secretary 2. Cornie Amundson.............Elk Mound Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1. 2; V. A. A. h 2. President 2: G. O. P. 2: Basketball 1. 2: Hockey 1.2: Soccer 1.2: Swimming 1,2: Tennis 1. 2: Volleyball 1. 2. Fern ASHENBRENER........................Stratford Primary Loyola University 1: Newman Club 1. 2: Secretary 2: W. A. A. 1: Honor Society 2: G. O. P. 1. 2. Ella Atwood.............................Amery Primary Y. W. C. A. 2: Chorus 1. Louise M. Bates Mertomonie Grammar Newman Club 1. 2: G. O. P. 2: Basketball 2. Sixty-T ivo CRESCENSE BlTTLE Glenwood City Primary Newman Club 2. Marian G. Bredahl.....................River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A. 2: W. A. A- 1: Homecoming Committee I. Fay Cameron.................................Comath Intermediate Rusk County Normal 1: Y. W. C. A. 2. Ellen Carlson.............................Lewis Grammar Y. W. C. A. 2: Honor Society 2: Press Club 2: Chorus 2: Student Voice 2. Nila Carter - -...........................Rhinelander Primary Oneida County Training School 1; Y. W. C. A. 2: W. A. A. 2. gnv-Tkm Prairie Farm Agnes Christenson.................... Intermediate Dunn County Normal 1: Y. W. C. A. 2. Myrtle F. Cotts....................... Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 2: Press Club 2. Menomonie Betty Dodge...................................Stanley Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 1, 2; W. A. A. 1: G. O. P. 1, 2; Volleyball 1: Homecoming Committee 2: Masquers 2. Marie Doverspike............................Nelson Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1.2: W. A. A. 1: Basketball 1: Hockey 1; Soccer 1: Homecoming Committee 2: Vaudeville 1. River Falls Sixty-Four Ann M. Glass Primary Y. W. C. A. I. 2. 3. Helen L. Glass Ellsworth Primary Y. W. C. A. 2: W. A. A. 1 Luella D. Gregerson...........Woodville Primary Helena Business College: Y. W. C. A. 1.2: W. A. A. 1. 2. Secretary 2: Basketball 1.2: Hockey 1. 2: Soccer 1: Tennis 1. 2: Volleyball 1. 2. Gretchen G. Grimm......................River Falls Special Y. W. C. A. I. 2. Cabinet 2; G. O. P. 1. 2. Treasurer 2: Homecoming Committee 2. Irma GUIS R..............................Spring Valley Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: Rural Life Club 1: W. A. A. 2; Basketball 2: Hockey 2: Soccer 2: Volleyball 2. Lucile Hawkins......................... Grammar G. O. P. 2: Class Vice-President 2. Spooner Sixty-Five River Falls William G. Hawkins Grammar Newman Club 1. 2. 3: Forensic Forum I. President 1: Debate 1, 2. 3: Extempore 3: Oratory I: Homecoming Committee I: Prom Committee 2. Stella Healy...............................River Falls Intermediate Margaret Hellweg...........................- Hudson Grammar Newman Club 1. 2: Masquers 1. 2. Vice-President 2: W. A. A. I; G. O. P. 2; Vice-President 2: Debate 1; Man in the Bowler Hat” I: The Club Woman” 1; Her Step-Husband” 2: Many Happy Returns” 2; Vaudeville 1. Luella Hermanson............Woodoilie Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: W. A. A. 1. 2; G. O. P. 2; Basketball 1, 2: Hockey 1: Soccer 1; Tennis 1, 2; Volleyball 1. 2. Emily H. Hintzman..................Menomonie Primary Dunn County Normal 1: Y. W. C. A. 2. Sixty-Six — Dresser Junction Delphian E. Holstrom - - Intermediate Dunn County Normal 1; Y. W. C. A. 2. Alice M. Howland.............Durand Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: W. A. A. 2: Basketball 2: Hockey 2: Baseball 2. Lyleth Jensen...................................Luck Intermediate Superior State Teachers College I: Y. W. C. A. 2: Honor Society 2: G. O. P. 2. Violet H. Jerry.....................Cumberland Grammar Barron County Normal 1. Lillian Keilholtz..........................Mondovi Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: Masquers 1. 2: Basketball 1; Merely Mary Ann 1; Homecoming 2. Sixly-Stutn Nellie Knight Kerman Intermediate Price County Normal 1: Y. W. C. A. 2: Basketball 2. Eleanor Knutson - - - Bison, South Dakota Primacy Y. W. C. A. 2: W. A. A. I: Homecoming Committee I. Eda KREUZIGER....................................Roberts Intermediate W. A. A. 1.2: Baseball 1: Basketball 1.2: Hockey 2 : Soccer 2: Volleyball 2. Ida KREUZIGER....................................Roberts Intermediate W. A. A. 1. 2: Baseball 2: Basketball 1: Hockey 2: Soccer 2; Swimming 1; Volleyball 2. Edna Larson - - -......................... Primary Y. V. C. A. 1. 2. Cabinet 2: W. A. A. 1. G. O. P. I . 2. Stanley 2: Sixty-Eight mmet Ruth Lausted Intermediate Colfax Ruth Lindh - - - - Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 1: W. A. A. 2: Hockey 2: Ethel Lubich Elementary Newman Club I, 2. Jean McIntyre - -................... Grammar Orleton College 1: Y. W. C. A. 2: Forensic Press Club 2. Blanche Maxwell - - - Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1. River Falls Soccer 2. River Falls River Falls Forum 2: Arkansaiv Sixty-Xine Blanche E. Moser River Falls Grammar Y. W. C. A. 2: Honor Society 2. Emmaline D. Nelson...................River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: G. O. P. 1. 2: Class Secretary 1: Homecoming Committee 1. 2: Vaudeville 1. Christine O. Norgaard - - - Menomonie Intermediate Dunn County Normal 1: Y. W. C. A. 2. SELMA Ordal -------- River Falls Primary Y. V. C. A. 1. 2: Honor Society 2: G. O. P. 1. 2: Class Treasurer 1; Vaudeville 1. Gordon Page - -....................River Falls English and Music Masquers 2: Chorus 1. 2: Quartet 1. 2. Scvtnit Martha Parport.................................Kerman Intermediate Price County Normal. Platteville Normal. Y. V. C. A. 1. Leona H. Pitsch....................Chippewa Falls Grammar Chippewa Falls Training School I: Newman Club 2: Student Voice 2. Mary Quinlan..................New Richmond Primary College of St. Teresa I: Superior State Teachers College 2: W. A. A. 3: Newman Club 3. Alyce Rademaker......................Stanley Primary Newman Club 2. Dagmar Ryan............................Glenwood City Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: W. A. A. 1. 2; G. O. P. 2; Basketball 1: Hockey 1. 2: Soccer 1. 2: Volleyball I. 2: Vaudeville 1. Stvtniy-Ont Beatrice Sabin Whitewater Y. W. C. A. Primary I, 2: G. O. P. 2; Orchestra 1. 2; Vaudeville 1. Elsie Schorta.................................River Falls • Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 2; W. A. A. I. 2: Baseball 1; Basketball 1: Soccer 1. 2: Hockey 1. 2: Swimming 1. 2: Volleyball 1. Joyce Schwalen River Falls Intermediate Newman Club 1. 2: W. A. A. 1. 2. President 2; Baseball 1: Basketball 1. 2; Soccer 1. 2: Volleyball 1. Helen L. Shafer - -- -- -- - Amery Intermediate Polk County Normal 1: Y. W. C. A. 2: W. A. A. 2: Basketball 1; Swimming 1: Volleyball 1. Frances Smith.........................Wilson Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: W. A. A. 1: Honor Society 2. Sevcnty-T wo Amelia Stahmann Bruce Primary Y. W. C. A. I, 2: G. a P. 1. 2: Chorus I. 2; Homecoming Committee 1: Vaudeville 1. Donald Stiehm..........................Catawba Grammar Price Couniy Normal School 1. Emma Strehlow........................Wild Rose Primary Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: W. A. A. 2. Dorothea Swartz.............River Falls Grammar Y. W. C. A. 1. 2: Rural Life Club 1. Vera Swartz River Falls Intermediate Y. W. C. A. 2; Rural Life Club 1. StvtntV‘Thrtf Alice F. Thomson.....................River Falls Primary Y. W. C. A. I. 2: G. O. P. 1. 2: Social Committee 2: Treasurer 2. Margaret Vieths.......................Ha9 r City Grammar Teachers Training. Red Wing. I. RUTH M. Vold................................Balsam Lake Primary Y. W. C. A. 1. 2. Treasurer 2; Volleyball I. Florence Walsh........................New Richmond English and History Newman Club 2: Class Secretary 2: Ring Committee 2: The Kelly Kid” 2: Masquers 2. Bonnie Lou Zwickey.......................Ellsworth Grammar University of Wisconsin I; G. O. P. 2. Seetntu-Fouc SOPHOMORES FOUR-YEAR GROUP Louis Allen - - - Gonvik, Minnesota Principals Earl Bartosh .... River Falls Science and Mathematics WALTER Beebe - - - New Richmond Mathematics and Science GERALD BELISLE....................Amery Science and Mathematics OVE BERVEN --- - Spring Valley Mathematics Rudolph Christianson - Wittenberg Science ORAL CLAFLIN.....................Mondovi Agriculture WALLACE CLAPP .... Roberts Science Chester Cooke - - Frankfort, s. Dak. History JEWELL CROGEN .... Baldwin Mathematics Swtnit 'Si ■■■ HSBBBS ROBERT DAVEE - - - - River Falls English and Music ADELE Deans..................River Falls Science Wilbur Dehmer .... Osceola Science DOROTHY DEMULLING - - River Falls History and English James Deringer.......................Barron Agriculture FRANCIS FENSKE .... Menomonie Principals Lawrence a. Frye - - - River Falls Science IRVING GERHARDT - • Neillsville Agriculture Myron grob......................Amigo Science and Mathematics RUSSEL HABERMAN - - - Ellsworth Science SrctniV'Stvtn Walter Hagestad --- River Falls Science Wilfred Heiting - - - - Stanley Science RAY HELIXON.........................Marshfield Science Adry Herring.......................Amery Agriculture NORMAN HODSON Cumberland Science Rosa Holmes..................Rib Lake History and Science CLARENCE HOLSTROM - Dresser Junction Agriculture BYRON Holtz...............River Falls Music Nadia Howard - - - Spring Valley English and History Everett Jacobson .... Dallas Agriculture Seventy-Eight Lawrence Junchen - - - NcillsviUc Science HAROLD KEES.......................Durand Agriculture JOE KENTIE..........................Baldwin Science and Mathematics AGNES KLEP.........................Prentice English KARL KORTING - - - St. Croix Falls Agriculture HARRY KOTLESKI .... Ashland Science and Mechanics MELVIN KUEHN .... Cochrane Agriculture CECIL LaDusiRE .... Schofield Science Ryan LAUE....................River Falls History Eleanor Laurent....................Thorp History and English Seventy-Nine Vivian Lee...................Elk Mound English and History EDWIN LlNEHAN - - - - River Falls Science GLADYS LYNUM...................Baldwin Science Ruth McIntyre...................Barron English and History Roy McPherson .... Ellsworth Science and Mathematics Ernest Mack.................River Falls Science and Mechanics Fred Mattson.....................Edgewater Science and Mechanics Edward Miller .... Bayfield Science and Mathematics James Mulheron - - - Spring Valley Rural Phillip Newman......................Chctek Agriculture Eifhiv Clifford Noreen - - - -Agriculture Hudson PAUL NOTHUM.....................Arkansaw History Anthony Otradovec - - -Agriculture Suring Ray Parnell History Somerset Walter Pauling Science and Mathematics Amery DAGMAR PEDERSEN - - - River Falls English and Language LeMoyne Perry Science Kendall Harold Peters - - Science Belleville MARVIN PRATT - - - - River Falls Special LEWIE REPAAL........................Dallas Agriculture 'fbiy-Oot George Richardson - - - Rock Elm Science Ruth Robinson...................Hudson History Carlton Schultz - - - Clintonvilie Science Albert Schulze - - - Clear Lake History CECIL SCRIBNER - - Wyoming. Minn. Agriculture Palmer Severson - - - - Hoi men Science and Mechanics Leland Standi ford - - - LaCrossc Agriculture ELMER Sticht - - - - Maiden Rock Science Willard Stone - - - Staples, Minn. Agriculture EARL Sumner ----- River Falls Agriculture Eighty-Two Osceola Raymond Swanson - -Agriculture Monroe Thies......................Pepin Agriculture Howard Turner......................' Roberts Agriculture Evelyn Volla..................Holmen English and Language HARRY Vruwink - - - - Hammond Agriculture RAYMOND WALL - - - - Hawkins Agriculture Edwin Warwick..................Barron Science Ralph Whaley - - - - Arkansaw Science Clifton Wick................River Falls Agriculture Keith Williamson - - - - Cornell Agriculture Eighty-Thrtt FRESHMEN Ralph White Joe Braun THE FRESHMAN CLASS THE class of 1934 consists of two hundred and forty students. With the advice and leadership of their advisor. Mr. Vogele. who has spent much time in helping the freshmen plan and carry out their various activities, they were soon organized. The class showed an unusual interest and spirit in the activities of the school as was shown at the Homecoming celebration. With Ralph White as president and A1 Hocking as chairman of their Homecoming committee, the freshmen showed their spirit and originality in their decorations. A large white “R” was made wtih lime on a mound east of the football field. This was visible to all the spectators at the game. Besides this, the freshmen won the first prize of five dollars for the best float in the Homecoming parade. After the freshmen had become acquainted at the all-school mixer, they decided to have a party of their own. As roll was called at the party, there was almost a perfect attendance. Mixing games, dancing, and card playing for those who did not care to dance were the main features of the evening. In athletics the freshmen were again represented very well. Four men earned “R’s” in football: Joe Braun, Gordon Kingston. Vern Woodward, and Glen Morrow. Eighty-Six Alfred C. Vogele THE FRESHMAN CLASS The many other freshmen who went out for football proved to be tough scrimmage for the regular squad. In basketball the only man to earn an “R” was Carl Kuss. The freshman basketball team played many games with outside high school and town teams. They showed by their excellent playing that the first team would not lack good material in the next few years. In the inter-class swimming meet held in April the freshmen won second place. Morris Buske and Leslie Libakken both made the first debate squad. This is an unusual accomplishment for freshmen of which the class is very proud. In oratory they were represented by Vernon Perontky. Although he failed to place in the finals this year, we know what his ability will do for us in the near future. In the band, orchestra, glee clubs, quartets, and dramatics the freshmen again scored high. An unusual number of freshmen took important parts in one or more plays during the year. The freshman girls represented the majority taking part in the various athletics sponsored by the W. A. A. The freshman girls’ team won the basketball tournament. Five girls passed the required tests and were admitted as members of the Aquatic League: Marjorie Gallup. Leona Hill, Ruth Reedal. Alice Bartosh, and Bernice Smith. Eigbtg-Sfvm Eldon Andersen Ellsworth Rural Ernest R. Anderson - - - Amcry Mathematics and Science Floy Anderson...............Clayton Rural Lawrence Anderson - - - Clayton Mathematics and Science Royal Anderson - - - - Baldwin Agriculture Curtiss Austin.....................Basco Science and Mathematics Hazel Barber...................Arkansaw Rural Alice Bartosh .... River Falls Mathematics and Science Alvina Bates - Menomonie Science and Mathematics Rachel Beard...............Downing Grammar Eighty-Right Ncillsville Ernest Begley - - Agriculture Wayne Beilfuss .... Ncillsville English and History SUSAN BELBECK .... Holcombe Rural Bernard Belisle...............Amery Rural Jeannette Benedict - - River Falls Primary NORMA Berg..................Drummond English and History ERLIN BERGEMANN - - - - Granton Agriculture LUSETTA BlEGE..............Baraboo Grammar Stanley Birkel .... Ellsworth Rural Elinor Boardman - - Glen wood City English and Music Blanche Boettcher - - - Clayton Intermediate Margaret Bonney - - - Ellsworth Primary Martin Brandt - - - Wells. Minn. English and Language Joseph Braun.....................Aigoma Science and Mathematics Helen Brunner..................Hudson History Morris Buske.....................Cadott English and History John Campbell - - - St. Croix Falls History Van Cartwright - - - Elk Mound Rural THOMAS Casey - - - New Richmond Agriculture LELAND CHAPMAN - - - River Falls Agriculture Ninety GERHARD CHRISTENSON - Prairie Farm Agriculture Herbert B. crommeth - - - Amery Science and Mathematics Donald Cummings - - Wells, Minn. Mathematics and Science ARDIS DANIELS..................Hudson Rural Ethel Day......................Hudson Rural RUTH Ditgen....................Algoma Grammar Marjorie Donovan - - - - Prescott Rural GWENITH DOPKINS...............Hersey Primary Leonard Dorman Brant wood Science and Mathematics Gordon Elliott - - - - River Fails Agriculture Nint:y-Ont Royal Enloe - , - - -Agriculture Anne Erickson - - -Intermediate Prentice IRENE FALDE ■ -Rural Beldenville Thelma Finn Intermediate River Falls Eileen Finstad - - - Primary Spring Valley Marguerite Fitzgerald Primary Hudson Gordon Foss - Principals Beldenville Myrtle Foote - - - -Rural Spring Valley Alice fraher - - - Grammar Emerald Sylvia Fuller - - -Rural - - Pepin NinnvT uo Marjorie Gallup - - - River Falls English and History John Gammon...................Kendall Mathematics and Science Jack Gannett...............Fish Creek History and Science Dorothy Gaustad - - - Woodvilie Rural Harold Gifford .... Clear Lake Agriculture ETHEL GlNSBACH .... Elmwood Rural CAREL GOSEWISCH .... Prescott Intermediate Gardiner Graham .... Roberts Agriculture HAROLD GROSSKREUTZ - - - Centuria Agriculture ETHEL HAGA - - - - Bayport, Minn. Primary iSintty-Thtre VALBORG Haga - - - Goodhue. Minn. Intermediate Kenneth Hanna - - - - River Falls Science and Mathematics FAE HANSON - Spring Valley Primary Mahlon Hanson - - - - Rice Lake History Otto Hanson - - - - spring Valley Mathematics and Science HELEN HARDING - Minneapolis. Minn. Intermediate MURIEL Harer - - - Glenwood City Primary MYRTICE HARLANDER - - - Hudson Primary IRVING HAUG.......................Amery Agriculture HARRY HEDBERG - - - - River Falls History and Language Ninny-Four Joyce Heidbrink - - - River Falls English and History DONALD HEMBRE - - - - Greenwood Agriculture CORRINE HENRIKSON - - - River Falls Science and Mathematics MARY Hennessy................Roberts Rural Adelaide Hermanson - - Prescott Intermediate Elizabeth Herum - - - River Falls Rural LEONA Hill................River Falls Primary Allen Hocking - - - - River Falls Science IRENE HOEL......................Baldwin Primary MINNIE HORMAN...................Almena Rural SintiV'Fitft Carol Hovde Spring Valley Primary Harry Hughes...................Hudson History MILTON HUNNICUTT - - Cumberland Mathematics and Science Helen Hunter.......................Roberts Mathematics and Science GLADYS HUNZIKER - - - - Prentice Intermediate JOHN HURIN............................Phillips Agriculture Carol Isaacson - - - Spring Valley History and Language Harold Isaacson - Spring Valley Mathematics and History ORVAL IVERSON .... River Falls Rural VICTOR JEHN.........................Prentice Mathematics and Science Ninety-Six Harvey Jensen .... River Falls Agriculture Irma Jensen..........................Luck Intermediate Alvin Jepsen........................Luck Agriculture Cynthia Jerry .... Cumberland Rural Anna Johnson - - - - Stockholm Rural Ford Johnson .... River Falls Mathematics and Science ILA JOHNSON --- Mora, Minnesota Grammar KATHRYN JOHNSON - - - Stockholm Rural Leone Johnson .... Elmwood Intermediate Marie Johnson....................Hudson Primary Nintty-Stven Wilbur Johnson - - - River Falls Science and Mathematics David Johnston - - - - River Falls Science Faith Joyce.................River Falls Primary HOPE JOYCE......................River Falls Intermediate William Jueds - - - - - Marion Agriculture Elizabeth Keith - - - River Falls Intermediate David Kelly.......................Hudson Mathematics and Science DUNNELL KELLEY - - Wells, Minnesota History James Kelly - - - - River Falls Science and Mathematics FERN KENDALL .... River Falls English and Mathematics Ninciy-Eight Gordon Kingston - - Hastings. Minn. History and Language MARION KlRCHER..................Pepin Rural WALTER KLANDERMAN - - - Baldwin Agriculture ADELBERT KLECKER - - - Ellsworth Mathematics and Science EDWARD KLECKER - - - - Rock Elm Rural HELEN KNUTSON - - - Diamond Bluff Grammar MARCUS KOOSMANN .... Emerald Rural MILDRED KREBSBACH - - Maiden Rock Grammar AGNES KUNTZ - - - - Turtle Lake Rural Carl Kuss......................River Falls Mathematics and Science Sintiy-Siae Clear Lake Donald Larsen - - - Agriculture MABLE LARSON - - - - Maiden Rock Rural Stanley Larson - - Diamond Bluff Science and Mathematics CARL LAURENZ.....................Algoma Agriculture Helen lausted.....................Colfax Intermediate ROSALIA LlESZ - - - - Turtle Lake Rural ELSIE M. Lewis.......................Hersey Rural Leslie Libakken .... Holmen History and Social Science William Lover...................Barron Science and Mathematics RYAN low - New Richmond Science and Mathematics One Hundred wmmmammmamBaaBmammamam ALICE Lund..................River Falls Primary Harold Lunde - - - - Ellsworth Mathematics and Music Florence Lundgren - - - Amery Rural Rose Lundgren.................Amery Rural Dale LUNKE..................Menomonie English and History LAUR1N MCCHESNEY - - Turtle Lake History and Social Science JOHN McDermott - - New Richmond History and English Bertha mack Primary - River Falls Emily Mallon Rural Ellsworth Eilien Martin Rural - - Emerald One Hundred One Lloyd Martin - - Poplar Bluff, Mo. Science and Mathematics Darrel Metcalf - -Rural Arkansaw Carol Isobel Mills - -Rural - Baldwin Robert Mills - - - - Agriculture • Viroqua Edward Monette - - - Principals - Sopcrton GLEN MORROW .... Mazomanie Mathematics and Science Crystal myrick .... Grammar Elk Mound AUDIS NlCCUM ... -Intermediate Hawkins Clara Nielsen .... Intermediate Milltown Christi Njos .... Grammar Oot it un dr td Tu o ■■■■■HSI MARION Olson - New Richmond Grammar RALPH OLTMAN - - - - Ellsworth Mathematics and Science JAMES OSTBY......................Baldwin Mathematics and Science HELEN OTTESON.................Modena Primary Sylvester Nolde - - - - Algoma Science and Mathematics DUCILE OBERDING - - - Plum City Rural Jerome O’Connor .... Belleville Science and Mathematics Irma Olson..................Woodvilie Grammar Ruth Overby...................Chetek Primary NORMAN PANZENHAGEN - Turtle Lake Mathematics and Science One Hundred Three Donald Parish Mondovi Agriculture ELVA PEABODY..................Hammond Primary AVIS PEARSON - - - - River Falls Primary VERNON PERONTKY - - Maiden Rock Agriculture Gerald Peterson .... Ellsworth Mathematics and Science Lois Peterson - - - - River Falls Science and Mathematics ELLA POLGAR..................Hawkins Grammar Catherine Polk - - - - Rock Elm Rural Ruth Reedal......................Phillips Grammar Esther ReiNKE..................Elmwood History and Social Science One Hundred Four Grace Reitz Elmwood Rural Elmer Rieck........................Mondovi Principals Vernon Robey - - - - River Falls Mechanics Gilbert Rohde .... Greenwood Agriculture Gladys Ruf...........................Cable Intermediate HENRY Sather .... Deer Park Agriculture Emil Schiesser .... Forestvillc Agriculture HILDA SCHREIBER .... Deer Park Rural Bernice Schultz - - Gienwood City Rural JOHN SEBESON....................Catawba Science and Mathematics One ItunJreJ Five IRVING SEEKINS Amcry Rural Bernice Shellito - - - - Ellsworth Rural IRENE SlCARD.......................Somerset Rural RUTH SIMPSON...................River Falls Science Kathryn Slater - - - - Shell Lake Rural Clarine Slattery - - - Ladysmith Primary Bernice Smith - - - - River Falls Primary LEORA Smith......................Hudson Rural Walter Smith - - - - Arkansaw Agriculture DORR SNOYENBOSS - - - - Mondovi Science and Mathematics One Hundred Six ■ 9H INEZ SOLSTAD - Woodville Rural Inez Solum.........................Chetek Primary EDSON STILES - - - Wells, Minnesota Science and Mechanics Blanche Stockwell - - Maiden Rock Rural Hilda Strand.......................Baldwin Primary PHILLIP SVEC.....................Ellsworth Science Margaret Swanson - - Clear Lake Primary Lucille Sweitzer..............Wilson Rural Dorothy Swenson ... River Falls Primary THOMAS TAIT - New Richmond Agriculture One Hundred Seven Dorothy Taylor - - - River Falls Special Mae Taylor..........................Prescott Primary FRIEND TERPSTRA - ' Onalaska Agriculture Griffith Thomas - - - Clear Lake Grammar John Thompson - Cameron Agriculture Roy Thompson.................Frederic Science and Mathematics Maynard Thoreson - - - Baldwin Science and Mathematics Gladys Timmerman - - - River Falls Rural Earl VanDevender .... Cable Agriculture FLORENCE VANRUDEN - - Clear Lake Rural One Hundred Eight ANNE VlK Deer Park Rural Wallace Voskuil - -Agriculture Alta Wabschall -Rural Ralph White - -Science Margaret Wilcoxon Rural Florence Williams Rural Lloyd Wilson - - -Agriculture Florence woods - -Rural Vernon Woodward - - Science Harold Zorn - - - Science • - Baldwin - Clayton Minong - River Falls - Wheeler Clayton River Falls River Falls River Falls One llundud Nine Great power plants utilize Wisconsin water power and are of immense value in the development of the stated industries and public utilities 1'■''■'■ ■lr llliW� iilW1iw� nniy M ... i. ■ ■ i ?£•? !« - � wrii WliMlii I giggBBBBBB SgSg' l‘“ � � l|IWillil� «Wlii T nfn i|i||rarnnrii - IIMlJjIlUI'lmi - Jimitmmstaiii liWi wfi iiffiTumwrui 'irinwmjr htn!f wrr‘ A '•pwjtvKw ksj ft ■ � ■ftMMI Min 'W W � jii'MMiiwii tf« ‘iWi w tOnm nr ' • � The personal and professional development of prospective teachers is fostered to a considerable extent by the activities of the college. A small number of organizations with a large membership tends to create a democratic atmosphere, to stimulate the growth of the individual, and to provide numerous social contacts THE HONOR SOCIETY A RECOGNITION of those students who achieved a place on the honor roll for scholastic ability each quarter has been given by the faculty through an informal social gathering for several years. This year a definite organization of all who had been honor students at any time was perfected, and an Honor Society with a constitution, emblem—a silver R, and duly elected officers was created. At commencement a gold “R is awarded to those who have maintained a high scholastic standard throughout their course. The gold R” students this year are: Fern Ashenbrener Clair Bartosh Maxine w. blain Portia Hill Floy Anderson Lawrence Anderson Edward Barber Alice Bartosh Rachel Beard Walter Beebe Elmer Beran Joyce Bergseng Ove Berven Margaret Burkholder Morris Buske Ellen Carlson Chester Cooke Myrtle Cotts Jewell Crogen Herbert Crommett Dorothy Demulling Arno Dittbrenner GUNNARD ENGEBRET Rochelle Farrell Margaret Fox Charles freeman Lawrence Frye Frances Gallup Marjorie Gallup Lucile Garley Dorothy Gaustad Mary Hennessey Vera Hestekin Archie Hill Leona E. Miller Blanche Moser Gladys Paulson Lyle l. Radcliffe Pauline Isaacson Lyleth Jensen Ila Johnson Margaret Kelly Edward Kinney Walter Klanderman Lawrence Larsen Edna Larson ELEANORE LAURENT Lloyd martin Darrell Metcalf Edward Monette Carl Neitzke Christine Norgaard Clarice Olson Selma Ordal Raymond Penn Ella Polgar Grace Reitz Evelyn Rhiel Earle Sanford Frances Smith Leland Standiford Elmer Sticht Blanche Stockwell Earl Sumner Raymond Wall Leonard Warner EULALIA WEFSAND GOLD R Eulalia Weisend SILVER OFFICERS Archie Hill................................Chairman Joyce Bergseng..............................Treasurer Miss Hathorn...............................Advisor One Hundred Twelve THE STUDENT SOCIAL COMMITTEE THE Student Social Committee has charge of and sponsors the all-school activities of the student body. In order to accomplish this work, the committee receives a portion of the budget fees. The group is composed of twelve members, three from each class, and the advisor. Miss Hathorn. Early in the fall this committee begins to function, for the Homecoming festivities must be attended to at an early date. Due to the efforts of this group the 1930 Homecoming was a bigger and better success than ever. Scores of old grads returned to take part in the pep fest, the parades, and the dance. This year school dances have been especially popular, and have been remarkably well attended. The Social Committee sponsors all the school dances, consequently, this group deserves much credit for its endeavors to make the social life of the college entertaining. The college masquerade given in March was the work of this group—the advertising, the prizes, the orchestra, and the fun in general were all due to the efforts of each individual on the committee. Not only does the committee take charge of the social activities in school, but it also brings to the college a number of prominent speakers. These speakers usually appear on assembly programs. Throughout the year a number of people come here at the request of this group. OFFICERS Raymond Penn..............................Chairman ALICE THOMSON..............................Treasurer Miss Hathorn..............................Advisor Pm . Thornton. Still hr. Rhitl. Altonit. Kelly Weiibupple. Smith. Koriinf. Peabody. O'Connor. Simdifoed One Hundred Thin ten THE YOUNG WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION XHE Young Women’s Christian Association of the River Falls State Teachers College, a member of the Young Women's Christian Association of the United States, is an organization open to every girl in the school. Its purpose is to unite in a desire to realize full and creative life through a growing knowledge of God.” Besides the regular weekly meetings, the Y. W. C. A. broadens out into numerous fields of work and entertainment. This work began in earnest last fall with the annual Big Sister movement. Each freshman girl was assigned a big sister from the upper classes, whose duty it was to assist and entertain her little sister until she became better acquainted in the school. The Y. W. C. A. shared with the Y. M. C. A. and the Newman Club in preparing for the annual student mixer, which was held in the gymnasium in North Hall. The Candle-Light Service was the first meeting of special significance, held for the express purpose of admitting new members into the organization. The membership roll was very materially enlarged, and the new members showed from the beginning a real active interest. During the Christmas holidays surprise packages were filled with sweets and small gifts and taken to the old people at the Ellsworth Poor Farm. The whole-hearted appreciation shown was truly sincere. The Y. W. C. A. also held a Christmas party, the returns from which were used to purchase a set of table lamps as a Christmas gift to the Social Room. Each year the Y. W. C. A. sends one or more delegates to Geneva. In order to raise the Hage. Fox. Bloin. Void lice non. Ptdtrttn. Larson. Grimm. Btrosmo One Hundred Fourteen THE YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION funds for this and for other budget fees, weekly teas were held, as well as numerous candy and sandwich sales. The Cabinet Training Conference was held this year at the Hau Claire Teachers College during one week-end in April. Discussion meetings were held where suggestions were made and discussed. Bau Claire also entertained their guests with an enjoyable party on Friday evening, and on Saturday evening a Geneva banquet for all the visiting cabinets and other girls interested in Y. W. C. A. work. The delegates returned Sunday afternoon after an interesting week-end. The officers and cabinet members have been elected for the coming year and were formally installed in April, soon after the conference. The new officers are: JOYCE BERGSENG..............................President LURA ROSS..............................Vice-President Ruth Robinson...............................Secretory DAGMAR PEDERSEN.............................Treasurer During the year of 1930-31 the Y. W. C. A. has attempted to broaden its interests, to reach all the girls, and to bring them into a closer relationship with their school and with their fellow students. With an enthusiastic new cabinet, prospects seem very promising for an interesting program for the coming year. Tun Christmas Party One Hundred Fifteen THE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION T ET'S go (o (be Y’ tonight.” wit a common expression heard around the rooming houses on every Tuesday night throughout the year. There was a reason for the well-attended meetings this year. The fellows who made it a habit to attend these sessions realized that here they got something of intimate value that they did not get anywhere else on the campus. The arrangement of the cabinet was somewhat changed. The four regular officers remained the same as in former years. The men selected to hold these honorary positions were: President. Arno Dittbrenner: vice-president. Floyd Miller: secretary. Walter Hagestad: and treasurer. William Turner. The remainder of the cabinet, consisting of Lawrence Frye. Chris Hanson. Karl Kort-ing. Richard Mooney. Horace Merrill. Marvin Pratt. Irwin Taylor. Leonard Warner. Edwin Warwick, and Carl Wolf, worked as a unit rather than in committees as had been done in the past, the president selecting his own committees as the occasion occurred. The nature of our regular meetings was also different this year from that of past years in that they were almost entirely made up of talks by such men as: Parker Jordon, head of the St. Paul Y. M. C. A.: Guy B. Aldrich. State Secretary of the Y. M. C. A.: an Oriental speaker who is now attending the University of Minnesota, who gave us a glimpse of life in the Orient: local pastors, and several members of the faculty. Perhaps the most important regular meeting was the installation banquet which closed the year's regular Tuesday night meetings. James p. Jacobson Dittbrennec. Miller. HagestaJ. Turner. Frye. Hanson. Koruna E. Anderson. R. An Jet ton. Austin. Besvtn. Bristol. Bulks. Chapman. Chiikee. Cbinnock. Christianson Clefhn. Clapp. Croaan. Crommett. Debtors. Derringer. Dorman. Enaebtet. Enloe. Fisher Fntz. Gannett. Gibson. Gotham. Graham. Grob. Hanson. Haag. Hocking. Holstrom Howard. Hutin. Isaacson, loerson. Jacobson. Johnston. Jueds. Keeler. Kelly. Kentie One Hundted Sixteen THE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION Aside from the weekly social hour, the ”Y’’ also staged its traditional stag bean soup party, the joint mixer at the beginning of the school year, a Christmas stag party, and the regular fellowship supper, all of which gave the members of the organization an opportunity to come in contact with each other and with the members of the faculty in a manner otherwise impossible. A great deal has been added to the Y. M. C. A. during the past year: some of the new features of the organization are the book shelf, whose purpose is to place before the students valuable literature on almost any subject that might otherwise social hour, which preceded the regular meetings, serving as a recreational hour, when the students could participate in games of different kinds. The interest in student conferences and retreats has also been greater this year than in the past. Those conferences to which delegations were sent included the cabinet training conference held at Menomonie. the cabinet training conference held at Camp Independence. Minnesota, which was a boys’ and girls’ conference, our own cabinet retreat, and. as the climax of the year, the national student conference at Lake Geneva, to which it was our constant aim to send a larger delegation than heretofore. be difficult to obtain; also the Merrill, Mooney. Neilike. Pratt. Warner. Warwick. Woll Klanderman. Kuthn. Larson. Libakktn. UovJ. Lund ten. Madison. Metcalf. E. St lion. R. Nelson -V. Nielson, S. Nielsen. Sor ten. Olson. Parish. Pealing. Penn. Richardson. Reick. Samuelson Sanford. Sat her. Schulze. Schultz. Scribner. Severson. Snout. Sticht. Stone. Strand Scunner. Sutherland. R. Swanson. Taylor. Ter pi tea. H. Turner. Van Desandtr. Vtuwink. Wick. Wile One Hundred Seventeen THE NEWMAN CLUB 1 | 'HE Newman Club is an organization of Catholic students who attend this school. The members of Newman Club always endeavor to promote the social activities in school and to spread a spirit of comradeship among all students. This ideal is continually made prominent in the social events sponsored by this society. Not only does this organization place a premium on the attainment of good fellowship, but it also advocates co-operation with the other organizations within college as a necessary means of securing this valuable good fellowship. Previous to the past two years this society was known as the Normal Catholic Association. The club takes its name from Cardinal Newman, whose splendid work and example are commemorated in its continuance, for the Newman Club is organized in a great many non-sectarian colleges throughout the United States. However, as yet we have not been affiliated with the national organization. Our social activities are always successful, for they are a source of fun and enjoyment not only for our own members, who eagerly participate, but also for students of other organizations. The annual Newman Club mixer, which took place early last fall and which was sponsored by Father Fassbcnder. was held in the basement of St. Bridget’s Church. This event proved both jolly and entertaining. At six o’clock a delicious supper was served by the Catholic Ladies’ Aid. Following this many snappy games were played. Then the new officers for the first semester were elected. At this time Clarence Alfonse was elected to the presidency. Ryan Lane became the secretary, and Edward O’Connell, treasurer. Perhaps one of the most outstanding social functions of the Newman Club is the annual Christmas party. Every year the officers with the assistance of some of the leaders in the club formulate the plan for this party. It is all that it suggests, for the Christmas spirit pervades GLBN P, Junkman Al onie. Lout. OConatU. Achtnbeth. Asbenbeener. A. Bates. L. Bates. B. Brittle. G. Be I isle Bargeman. Bittle. Bounty. Casey. Campbell. Demo Hina. Donovan. Fit fee aid. I at tell HtUiveg. Hennessey. Heitmg. Holtz. F. Joyce. H. Joyce. Kelly. Kltcket. Kotleski One Hundred Eighteen THE NEWMAN CLUB everywhere. After the gay holiday, luncheon is served, and the small, inconsequential gifts brought by each member and guest are parcelled out. This exchange is often the source of merriment. After the holiday recess is over and half of the year has elapsed, another election takes place. The Officers thus elected serve until the end' of the year. At this time Arnie I.arson was elected president: Wilfred Heiting. vice-president: Florence Walsh, secretary, and Ed. O'Connell continued to be treasurer. It has been customary for the Newman Club to give a dancing party some time during the year. Hence, in March a very informal dance was given which was not restricted to Newman Club members alone, for each member could invite a friend. This extension of invitations made the party a much gayer one. At Easter time the Newman Club. Y. W. C. A., and Y. M. C. A. combined to hold a joint meeting. The social room was decorated with Easter lilies for the occasion and a most fitting program of beautiful Easter music and readings followed. Throughout the year the regular Tuesday night meetings have been a source of much pleasure. Some of the speakers have not only given excellent speeches, but they have also brought new ideas to the group. These ideas have tended to become ideals—a goal to work for. an inspirational guiding power. The programs have not been restricted to speakers alone, for there have been many delightful musical numbers, both instrumental and vocal. Very often readings have been given. Mr. Junkman, the Newman Club advisor, has been a most judicious and competent one. He has entered into the spirit of the organization with a vigor which bespeaks inevitable success. It has been due to his efforts that the organization maintains high standards. Kurtz. Larson. Lew. Lein. Mellon. Marita. Miller. Moreltt. Sot horn Otrad over. PameU. Peabody. Prortky. Polgir. Rademather. Retake. Sieard. Sehuaten Slattery. E. Tail. T. Tail. Van Ruder. Vuchetich. XVahh. White. William. Zorn One Hundred nineteen THE AGRIFALLIAN SOCIETY Xk’atnrt. Ilenton. Lloyd. Lotion. Andrtton. Barber. Begley Bttoemcn. Catty. Chapman. Chinnoek. Chriittmon. Claim. Dttmptr. Ditlbttontt. H. Eolot it. Enlot. Gtrherdt. Gibion. Giaoed. Gotham. Gtaham. Geoukeentz. Hanntmarm. Hang Htmbte. Htnittf. Hot king. Hohtrom. Howard. Hutin. Jatobton. Jtmon. Jtpton Jurdt. Km. Klandttman. Koetmg. Ktutftr. Lotion. Lour to z. Lotz. Landttn ' pHE Agrifallian Society, whose membership includes all the men in the agriculture department, of which there arc about one hundred this year, is an organization whose purpose is to give practical experience in public speaking and conducting agricultural programs. It also gives its members training in the organizing of programs for the various boys' and girls' clubs, such as 4-H clubs. Future Farmers of America, and other farmers' clubs and institutes which agriculture teachers are required to manage when engaged in teaching vocational agriculture. Since the agriculture department of the River Falls State Teachers College was recognized as a teacher training department for Smith-Hughes teachers by the state vocational board four years ago. the department has had a rapid growth and development, this year claiming the largest enrollment in its history. ARTHUR N. JOHNSON At the first meeting this year Leonard Warner, a senior in the department, was elected president of the organization for the first semester. The other officers were: Christ Hanson, vice-president: John I.loyd. secretary: and Carl Larson, treasurer. At the close of the first semester James Hocking, also a senior in the department, was chosen to perform the duties of president for the last half of the year. The other officers elected were: William Turner, vice-president; Oral Claflin. secretary: and Arno Dittbrenner. treasurer. At the beginning of the year a program committee was appointed by the president for each meeting during the year. It so happened that each senior in the department was chosen to act Ont Hundred Tu'tntu THE AGRIFALLIAN SOCIETY as chairman of one program. Regular programs were held the first and third Thursday nights each month throughout the year. Programs of great variety were produced, consisting of musical numbers, dramatics, and interesting talks by students and faculty members on timely agricultural subjects. Ac one meeting a mock trial was presented, in which Robert Hanson was the defendant. Early in the year an Ag quartet was organized, composed of Robert Hanson and Royal Enloe. tenors, and Oral Clafiin and Leland Chapman, bass. The quartet became so popular during the year that it was called upon several times to appear in musical numbers at several of the community clubs near River Falls. They also appeared on programs at the college, such as the poultry show, band benefit dance, and at mass meetings. One of the boosters of the Agrifallian Society this year was the “Ag senior basketball team, which took second place in the organization basketball tournament. The team consisted of James Hocking. Captain; Robert Hanson. Oral Claflin. William Turner, and Irwin Loiz. The social activities of the society included a joint party with the Rural Life Club. The evening was spent in playing cards and games and dancing. Refreshments were also served. Perhaps the most outstanding event of the party was the grand march led by Leonard Madison and Lucile Garley. Since the establishment of the four year degree course in agriculture and the rapid growth of the department, the Agrifallian Society has a most promising outlook for the future. Madison. Millet. Stills. S el ion. Xewman. X it turn, Xienke S'it lion. Norm. O'Connell. Otradovet. Parish. Penn. Peroniku. Repeal. Rohde Rotenow. Sanford. Sather. Sehieuer. Seribner. Smith. Solum. Standiiotd. Stone Sumner. Ray Summon. Roy Summon. Tail. Taylor. Tttpitta, Thin. Thompson. II. Tutter U . Turner. VanDevender. Voekuil. Vruwink. Wall. With. Wilton. Wolf. Zeddiet One Hundred Twenty-One THE AGRIFALLIAN SOCIETY The Agrifallian Society sponsored several worth while programs during the year, such as the high school stock judging contest preparatory to the state stock judging contest, the annual poultry and grain show held during the winter, and the field day held in May. all of which were attractions for boys interested in agriculture in the high schools of neighboring towns. The first event in the fall was a stock and grain judging contest, which gave the high school boys an opportunity to do some actual judging before attending the regular contest at Madison the following week. Mr. A. N. Johnson was in charge of the judging, assisted by members of the agriculture department. In all. there were about I 20 boys present, representing about twelve high schools. A committee of Agrifallian students took charge of the lunch which was served the boys in the cafeteria at noon. The second event sponsored by the agriculture department was the annual poultry and grain show held in November. It was a decided success, and had the largest exhibit of poultry in the history of the department. The exhibits filled the gymnasium nearly to capacity, and were the best that have ever been shown. In the afternoon a program for the rural school and community clubs was given in the auditorium, consisting of music, a play, and an interesting talk by Geneva Amundson, state club leader, on the possibilities of boys' and girls’ clubs. One Hundred Turtmu-Tux THE AGRIFALLIAN SOCIETY Iplf' 1IM the ouisidc demonstrations are given, and the animals they have groomed for the occasion. One of the most important events of the year is the agriculture field day which is held in May. All the students from the surrounding high schools are invited to attend. The purpose of the field day is to show the high school boys some of the practical things in agriculture that students in this department get during their courses, such as showing and fitting animals, coaching demonstrations. and working up exhibits. The seniors of the department have charge with the underclassmen as their assistants. The demonstrations and exhibits are shown before noon in the gymnasium. At noon a picnic lunch is served the high school boys by the men in the agriculture department. After lunch several games of kitten ball rather break up the formal atmosphere and the boys have a chance to get acquainted. Later in the afternoon students in charge of the dairy herd show the As a climax to the year's work the agriculture men hold an annual banquet, usually in one of the church dining rooms. It is in the nature of a get-together of all the men in the department, with a prominent vocational trainer such as Mr. Fay or Mr. Sasman as their guest and principal speaker, to sum up what the department has accomplished during the year and the outlook for agriculture in the future. One Hundred Twen tu-Three THE RURAL LIFE CLUB 'T'HE Rural Life Club is made up of all students taking the rural course. Its chief aim is to train its members to become the right kind of leaders in rural communities in order that the rural school may take its place in the social life as well as in the educational life of the community. Regular meetings were held every other Thursday evening throughout the year. A variety of programs consisting of addresses. recitations, readings, debates, and music were given. The program committees this year have been directed by Miss l.ucile Garley who has been assistant advisor for the club. Miss Garley is especially capable because of her wide experience in community and literary work. She will be remembered by all the members for her untiring efforts and cheerful co-operation. It was appropriate that Mr. Malott. Director of the Rural Department, be the speaker at the first Rural Life meeting. He stressed the point that rural teachers were the leading influences in rural communities and that each student enrolled in the rural course should realize the work before him and make the best of his opportunities while at college. MABEL JORSTAD At the second meeting. Darrel Metcalf was elected president and James Mulheron was chosen vice-president. Van Cartwright was designated to take care of financial affairs and Isobcl Mills to take care of the minutes. Hazel Barber and Blanche Stock-well were elected to plan the programs and social functions for the class. The Rural Life Club took an active part in helping to make the Homecoming festivities a success. They decorated a float representing River Falls, the beacon light of rural education. One of the main social events of the year is the Rural-Agrifallian party. This year it was held in November. After the party the favorite expression was. Let's have another party. which shows that a good time was had by all. At one meeting the Rural Life members were entertained by a play. The Trysting Place. The cast of this farce comedy included Susan Bclbeck. Ann Johnson. Florence Woods. Darrel Metcalf. Bernard Belisle. and Stanley Birkel. Mr. Whitenack also spoke at this meeting of his Metro! , Uilli. Cartwright. E. Andtiion; f. Andmon. Berber. Btlbtek. BtlitU Birkti. Den:th. Day. Donovan. Folde. Foote. Fuller. Gaustad. Ginibatk. Hater Httvmtey. Her am. Mormon. Ivtrioo. Jerry. A. Jobmon. K. Jobmon. Kireher. Klteker. Koounon One Hundred Tvent • Four THE RURAL LIFE CLUB recent experiences in. and impressions of France, stressing the agricultural development and its effect on the citizens. During the last half of the year Floy Anderson became president of the club with Elsie Lewis as vice-president. Irene Sicard continued keeping the minutes and Florence Woods handled the money. With a new force of officers the club forged ahead, endeavoring to make the most of the rest of the year. In addition to the wide variety of talent now recognized and discovered within the club, a number of rural workers in this vicinity were included on the programs. Mr. Saxton. County Superintendent of Pierce County, and Superintendent Sorenson of St. Croix County appeared on our programs. They explained the “what to do” and what not to do” in rural teaching. Miss Garley and Miss Marie Rivard also appeared on the Rural Life programs. Their talks were followed by numerous questions from members who realized some of the many perplexities of rural teaching. Other features which demand recognition were the appearance of the Harmonica band from Liberty Hill School, the song Old Maids. and the mock debate. “Resolved: That women make better rural teachers than men. One of the novel undertakings of the Rural Life Club was the forming of the Harmonica Club. A few of the members, after many perplexities, finally succeeded in playing “Home Sweet Home on their instruments. The year was terminated by a banquet at the College Cafeteria. Miss Kibbe. President Ames, adjoining county superintendents and supervising teachers appeared on the list of speakers. The splendid co-operation and spirit shown in the Rural Life Club will undoubtedly be carried into the rural schools next year. Kuntz. Larson, l.risz, .run' , F. Lundgten. R. Lundgten, Mellon. Marlin Oberdina, Polk. Rriiz. Schreiber. Schultz. Sechins. Shclhto, Sicard. Slater. .Sauted Smith. Stockuiell. Sueitzer. Timmerman, VanRudtn, Vik. Wabaichall. Wilcoxon. Williams. Woods One Hundred Tutcntu-Five THE COLLEGE MASQUERS THE purpose of the College Masquers is the development of a deeper appreciation of modern drama, and the preparation of its members for the coaching of dramatics. The organization is still in its infancy, this being only its third year of activity. The programs at the bi-monthly meetings this year have been devoted to reviews of some of the best plays of the season, readings of modern interest, and music. In the early part of the year, the organization had a pleasant get-together” supper. This is becoming an annual event. The Masquers are always ready to give their support in all school activities. They gave a splendid stunt for their part in the Homecoming pep meeting, and presented one of the outstanding floats for the parade. Just before the Christmas vacation thirteen new members were invited to join the organization. These people were selected from the large number who signified their desire for membership. There were three try-outs — one dramatic, one humorous, and a pantomimic try-out.” The thirteen receiving the highest averages were accepted. Following the holidays a dancing and card party was given new ones. The organization presented several outstanding plays. The presented for the Agrifallian Society on November 25. 1930. NELU- 1.. SCHI.OSSIiR by the old members for the first was Her Slep-Husband. The usual one-act plays were Burkholder. Fox. Rhitl. Bn an, Btain. Dodge Dopkins, Farrell, Fisher. Fitzgerald. Callup, Cathy Haga, Hellureg. Nothing. Noel. Holtz, C. Isaacson One Hundred Twenty-Six THE COLLEGE MASQUERS given on March 4. 1931. These were coached by Miss Schlosser this year rather than by the students. These plays arc always presented in order that a large number of the Masquers may have actual stage experience. April 17. 1931. Margaret Fox presented a delightful play in the Elopement of Ellen. A very interesting contest was held this spring between different groups in the Masquers. Each group presented a pantomime. and the winning group was presented with a loving cup. Twenty-five Masquers enjoyed a trip to the Lyceum Theater in Minneapolis where they witnessed the most delightful Theater Guild production of Elizabeth the Queen. On April 1. a lovely Easter banquet was held. The election of officers for the ensuing year took place at that time. The officers for the past year are as follows: Margaret Burkholder - - - -Carvel Morton - - -Margaret Fox .... Evelyn Rhiel.................. Miss Schlosser................ President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Faculty Advisor P. Isaacson, Jenson. Keilhotlx, Kotlriki, Krueger, Lamson I.,we. Libakktn. McIntyre, Madison, Mooney. Morion Neiixke. Olson. Page. Swenson, Tail, Taylor One Hundred Twenty-Seven G. O. P. ' | 'HE girls of G. O. P. have untiringly and valiantly striven to make this year a great success not only for their own organization but for the college as a whole. During the last summer session G. O. P. had a delightful reunion supper which in reality, became an ‘'acquaintance-making opportunity for many of us. due to the fact that many old grads were present. Two charter members of the organization attended. With the reopening of the regular school year in September, the social activities of G. O- P. began to function again. We were associate hostesses at a tea given for the new girls in school. This tea accomplished much in the way of alleviating the distress of homesickness for the guests. Not only was it instrumental in making newcomers feel at home, but it was also a means of forming many lasting friendships. Alberta m. Greene Homecoming! That always brings out all the fun. the pep. and the ardent support of our members in their vigorous efforts to aid in all the Homecoming festivities—the pep fest. the parades. and the dance. This is the ocassion of our traditional annual alumnae Homecoming dinner. Contrary to the usual procedure for the admittance of new members, the pledges, about sixteen in number, were taken into our group before the Christmas holiday recess this year, a dinner being given in honor of the occasion. The G. O. P. formal of February twenty-first, with its charming colonial setting in silhouette combinations, its dainty little dance programs, and its quaint stone well, was typical of Rots. Main. Robinson. Grimm. Athtnbath. Amundson Athtnbrtntr. Halts. Btrgscng, Burkholder. Demulling, Dodgt Farrell, Fox, Carleg. Haga. Hawkins. Htllwtg Ont Hundred Twemy-Eighi G. O. P. our winter gaieties in its pleasurable success. Many of our alumnae sisters returned, several of them coming from great distances to join in the gay festivity. In the spring. April eighteenth, we gave an informal dancing party in North Hall gym. The precedent for this annual event was set last year. Throughout the year we devoted our Thursday night meetings to a discussion of the arts, especially the art of literature- One of the outstanding discussions in this connection was Miss Gibson s review of one of the modern dramas. Toward the close of the year one of our meetings was given over to the election of the new officers for the coming year. Gretchen Grimm was elected president: Ruth Robinson, vice-president: Evelyn Volla. secretary: and Lura Ross, treasurer. The retiring officers for this year are: Lura Ross, president: Maxine Blain. vice-president: Ruth Robinson, secretary, and Gretchen Grimm, treasurer. In May. true to our usual custom, we planned our annual picnic. This event clinched the fun of the year in the true sense of the word, for everyone had a jolly time. The annual luncheon held on Commencement is a happy, yet a rather sad time, for it means that another gay year, with its many wonderful memories, has come to an end. Then. too. it often marks the beginning of delightful things to come. Miss Greene has been a most competent and thoroughly amiable advisor throughout the year. Ilitmanson. Isaacson. Jensen. Kelly. I.atson, l.ynum McIntyre. Nelson. Olson. Or dal, Hhiel. Ryan Sabin. Stahmann. Swenson. Thomson. Volla, Zwichey Ont Hundred Twenty-Nine Wisconsin, with her thousands of forested lakes and streams, where the beauty of primeval days is being preserved, has become the great playground of the Northwest. S 3 111 A 11 D V ATHLETICS Carl Klandrud E. a. whitenack THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT E. J. PRUCHA.............................Chairman of the Athletic Council E. A. WHITENACK........................Treasurer of the Athletic Council Carl Klandrud..........................Coach CLARENCE ALFONSE.......................Assistant Coach HARRY Roese............................Assistant Coach THE foundation upon which all the work in athletics at River Falls is laid is the ever reliable athletic council. It is the athletic council that directs the athletic policy of the college. This year this council consisted of E. J. Prucha. E. A. Whitenack. A. N. Johnson, and W. H. Hunt- Under the successful management of these men the athletic department has been able to give every man in school an opportunity to participate in some form of sports. The teams representing the college in intercollegiate competition have been furnished the best of modern equipment. Mr. Prucha. as chairman of the council, has most ably led the department in upholding the athletics of the school. Mr. Whitenack. as treasurer, has been responsible to a large extent for the year's success. Mr. Whitenack has for several years had charge of the financial end of athletics at River Falls, and has seen to it that every game was a money making proposition. Due to his untiring efforts, athletics have been a success financially. Again we doff our hats to our Coach Klandrud. He has proven to us once more that he is capable of putting his machine with the leaders. The team did not win state championships this year, but they were able at all times to add to the prestige of the school, which in itself speaks for their accomplishment. Our teams are admired not only by the student body but also by our town. The assistant coaches. Clarence Alfonse and Harry Roese, deserve a great deal of credit for their part in getting the school’s teams into action and keeping them in the right spirit. Alfonse. captain of last year’s football team and all-state fullback, was an important factor in getting the men out for practices, and he has been a tremendous success in handling men. He was one of the first men to sign up for a coaching position next year. Harry Roese has had several years of experience taking charge of young men. This year he has acted as assistant coach and his spirit has been in every game behind every player. His enthusiasm has spread over the entire campus. Onr Hundred Thitlu-Tu o CLARENCE ALFONSE HARRY ROP.SE THE LEGION MEDAL Men who have won this honor: Ernest Ziebell 1925 Lowell Dawson • - - - - 1928 Mike Smith - 1926 Gerald Manion 1929 Hale Quandt - - - - - 1927 Le Roy I.ubhrg - - 1930 Clarence Alfonse - - 1931 IT has been a custom for the past seven years for the American Legion to offer a medal to the man in the senior class who has made the best athletic record during his course. Very often it is hard to pick the best athlete, when there are so many men competing and of such calibre as we have at River Falls. The Legion has a regular score card by which to go. This score card is given to the coach to fill in. and the student gets points for the amount of athletics in which he has engaged. The athlete must have a good scholastic record also in order to receive the award. These awards are presented each year at the class day exercises by some member of the Legion. Mr. Jeff Smith presented the first medal in the spring of 1925 to Ernest Ziebell. Ziebell was all-state quarter-back as well as the star on the basketball team that won the state championship that year. The next year the medal was won by Mike Smith who captained the football team to state championship. Mike broke his leg in the hardest game of the season against Eau Claire, but it seemed the team beat Superior the following week for Mike.” Jess Symes awarded Hale Quandt the honor in 1927. In 1928 Dr. Dawson had the unusual experience of giving it to his own son, Lowell Dawson, who. has since been playing football with Tulane University. Two years ago Gerald Bud” Manion was picked as the best athlete graduating. Last year LeRoy Bong” Luberg received the award. He was one of the consistent linemen of the football team and in his last year he was assistant coach. This year, 1931, one of the greatest athletes that River Falls has ever had will be graduated, Clarence Alfonse. He was all-state fullback in his third year and captain of that year's team. This year he has been placed at center on the all-state basketball team. To him will go the Legion Medal for 1931. Ont Hundred Thirty-Thru Men Placed on the All-State Team ROBERT SUTHERLAND........First Team Quarter-bach RAY HELIXON.................First Team Left End ORAL Claflin...........................First Team Tackle IRVING GERHARDT.......................Second Team Center CAPTAIN LARSON THE 1930 FOOTBALL SQUAD Arnold Larson. Captain John Schlicht Robert Sutherland Clair Bartosh Leo Krueger Ray Wile John hammer Levie Cecil LaDusire Joe Braun Ed Warwick Russel haberman Irving Gerhardt Milton Zeddies Arno Dittbrenner Richard Hemp Oral Claflin Vernon Woodward Ray Helixon Glenn Morrow Gordon Kingston Lawrence Junchen Student Manager Woodward, Holitcum. Morrow, Kingston, Hemp. Junchtn. Wick (Manager) At onir (Alt'I Coach), Klandrud (Coach). Clatlin, Helixon. Oilman. Mack. Braun. Rortr (Au't Coach) Gerhardt. l.aDuure. Krueger. Warwick. Larton (Captain). Bartoth. Haberman. Schlicht. Sutherland Pederton. Ilagettad. Zeddiei, Witt. Hammer. Dittbrenner One Hundred Thirty-Four Conference Standing Team Won Lost Tied Per Cent Milwaukee 4 0 Kfl 1000 River Falls .. . ., . 3 1 0 750 La Crosse 3 1 1 750 Eau Claire M 2 1 0 667 Whitewater 2 1 0 667 Oshkosh ..... 2 1 1 667 Platteville . If • 3 0 250 Stevens Point . . . . ... 1 4 0 200 Stout . o 4 m 000 RESULTS OF THE SEASON River Falls........12 River Falls........38 River Falls........12 River Falls -------- 13 River Falls........13 River Falls ------- - 31 119 St. Thomas - -- -- -- 7 Fort Snelling - -- -- -- 0 Stout................................... 2 Milwaukee...............................19 La Crosse - -- -- -- - 6 Eau Claire.............................. 6 40 On Hundred Thirty-Five Captain Larson Arnie” Larson was chosen captain of the 1930 football squad — truly an evidence not only of the team's appreciation of his excellent work on the gridiron and campus, but also of the appreciation of the entire school. This is Larson’s third year at college. He came here from Park Falls and the first year in football togs made a very fine showing earning his letter. Arnie” played the halfback position and was one of the most consistently hardhitting men on the team in both offense and defense. It was Larson’s signal when that yard was needed to make the first down for the Falls. He was a good line-bucker with plenty of power. Larson played the calibre of football at La Crosse this year that we all admire: he was the one to carry the ball over the goal line twice, and again and again he would break off tackle through the opposing line. Larson was one of the best defensive backs on the squad. A hard worker at all times with a spirit that was always best.” characterizes Captain Larson, according to Coach Klandrud. The school can be proud of men like this. ARNOLD LARSON Clair Bartosh Bucky” was a senior on the team. He played fullback and was the team’s best tackier. Football was like everything else to him: he put lots into it and got everything out of it that it held in store. The first year he played at guard where he made a remarkable showing. The second year he was destined to misfortune when he broke his leg in practice before the first game. This year he finished his college football career playing fullback. Bucky” was the hardest hitter on the team, and a wonderful blocker with plenty of power and drive to take out the opponent and pave the way for many long runs. He was the man to get the lateral pass to perfection. In the Milwaukee game it was he who took a lateral over the goal line six minutes after the game started, only to be called back for offside penalty. Bartosh was the stellar man on defense. He would cover all the holes in the line and be at the bottom of every play, covering all the short passes. Bartosh, the best and most thorough student in school, is one of the truly great athletes graduated from River Falls. clair bartosh One Hundred Thirty-Six Robert Sutherland Before Sutherland came into college football three years ago. he was hailed as one of the outstanding high school athletes in this section of the country. Suthy never seemed to stop: with every game he improved. Recognition of his football ability has spread ever farther until this year, his last of football, he was chosen quarterback on the all-state team. Bob was at his best in football uniform. He was an excellent field general, and his elusiveness made him one of the most feared ball carriers in the conference. His last game for River Falls won't be forgotten in a day: he simply could not be stopped: his runs in that game were from five to forty yards. His passing was always accurate and fast and respected by all. especially the opponents. It was Suthy” who tossed the ball when the passage to the goal by running was stopped. In the game with the Minnesota college champions. St. Thomas, he was on the throwing end of the two passes that counted the winning scores. Sutherland’s college career in football has been one which will never cease to be a reality in the minds of River Falls students. ROBERT SUTHERLAND John Schlicht John Schlicht was one of Coach Klandrud’s high school products, hailing from Marshfield. Johnny had two positions: in the absence of Sutherland he had to call signals, and his regular lineup station was that of halfback. This position required a man with exceptional ability as a blocker, and this was Schlicht’s strong bid. He was a good blocker, and blocking, although it is not as spectacular as ball carrying, is equally if not more important. Schlicht was not viewed so lightly as a ball carrier either by the opponents. He would run low when he carried the ball and was very hard to stop. He followed his interference well and was hard to take off his feet. Schlicht was on the receiving end of those short passes that invariably brought the required yards. In the St. Thomas game it was Schlicht who received a 40-yard pass for a touchdown, and then another for the winning touchdown. At Stout, when all other means of advance was checked, it was a Sutherland to Schlicht pass that put the game on John schlicht ice. John will be remembered by all of us. One Hundred Thitty-Sevtn Ray Wile Wile was one of the brilliant men on the squad. Of course there was a great deal of this brilliance which, when in football togs, could not be seen because of the head gear. Wile was a senior and played his second year on the team. Ray was a very good pass receiver: in fact, he seemed to be always in the right place at the right time. When the play was around his end. his man was nowhere to be found until after the whistle blew. He was an excellent blocker. On defense no one worried whether or not Wile would tackle his man: he knew how to tackle and he did it. He was the fleet-foot of the team, being fast down under punts and getting his man before he got started. Those trick formations and trick plays which require keen analysis did not easily fool Wile: very few plays were run around his end. Wile was the man to open up the game. It was his toe that had the most to do with the kick-off. The kick-off was consistently placed deep in the enemy's territory. Ray Wile will be remembered as a good end on one of River Falls' greatest teams. RAY WILE Leo Krueger Krueger played guard — the position with little of the glory and plenty of work. The heavy work seems to fall more or less on the guard: he has to break up the enemy's line and plays, and then he has to be right there in offense to open up the holes for the ball carriers. This is Krueger's second year on the varsity squad as guard. He led the interference on the offense, and as for defense, he was an outstanding man. Kreeg was one of the smallest linemen on the squad, but he showed up in every play. He was considered one of the consistently good footballers of the year. The guard on every team must know how to use his hands on defense, if he is to get around the oncharg-ing offense: otherwise, his defensive playing will be found wanting. Another requisite of a good guard is that he cover a certain space and let nothing move him from it. The coach expressed his appreciation for Krueger when he said. Kreeg knew how to use his hands on defense and was very hard to move out K; 11301 of his position — a stalwart character of the school. leo krueger One Hundred Tbiriy-Eifhi Arno Dittbrenner Arno Dittbrenner has played football on the squad for four years. He has played the game consistently and taken advantage of the opportunities it offered. The students and school as a whole have in Dittbrenner a man to admire and be proud of. He did not play football for the glory of the game; he did not get disgusted when he didn’t get a chance to earn a letter at once. These things, which have discouraged many others into abandoning the game, were beside the point with Ditt. He was a steady plodder. When the time came for him to play in ___________________________ college competition, his playing wasn’t spectacular to k be sure, but it was consistent and he was where he should be. In the Fort Snelling game he snatched a fumbled punt from under a bunch of soldiers to advance the ball sixty yards for the Falls. The last game with Eau Claire proved the consistency of Arno's playing. At the close of this year Dittbrenner will be through with football at River Falls. When the sweaters were awarded and Dittbrenner received his. the student body expressed their real appreciation by giving him a hand that no other received. rBRBNNBR John Hammer Hammer is known and will be remembered by this student body not only for his haircut but also for his attainments as an athlete. He played end for two years and an end which consistently broke up and made an end of the opponents plays. When the foe sent their fast men around the end with splendid interference. Hammer was the man to pile up at least some of them and get to the man with the ball. Last year in the Superior game it was Hammer who jumped high above the heads of the tall Yellow Jackets and captured that blocked punt that led directly to the Falls' only score. It wasn't until after Hammer went out of the game with a broken arm that Superior passed their way to the winning touchdown. John has been a consistent man on the team. He played good football in every game he played. Colfax has sent a distinctive man to the River Falls campus. He has been active not only in football, but in every other line of athletics. as well as in social and scholastic affairs. Ham-joiin hammer mcr will be remembered as one of our greatest ends. Ont Hundred Thirty-Nine MORROW GERHARDT (Captain-FU t) RIVER FALLS 12, STOUT 2 RIVER FALLS traveled to Menomonie to take the first conference tilt from Stout 12 2. The Stout team had shown much strength in both their heavy line and backs in the preliminary games. The game was played on the coldest day of the season and proved to be rather slow. The Cardinals were able to gain twelve first downs to three for their opponents. With the play remaining almost entirely in straight football. River Falls held the advantage from the second play when the Stoutonian warriors fumbled on their own 20-yard line. An exchange of punts, and Sutherland, running behind splendid interference, marked two first downs to put the ball in position for Larson to count. A pass intercepted and a well placed punt into the coffin corner, which rolled out of bounds on the 2-yard line, put the Falls on the defense. At this crisis the Red and White fumbled, and the ball rolled behind the goal line but was recovered by River Falls, making only a safety. Once during the third quarter the Falls carried the ball to the Stout 5-yard line only to lose it on a fumble. Helixon ran the ball thirty-five yards to the Stout 10-yard line. Schlicht received a pass from Sutherland for the final score of the game. In the closing moments of the game an attempted lateral by Stout failed, and River Falls gained possession of the ball. Again Helixon carried the ball thirty yards in two tries, leaving the ball inches from the goal when the game was over. SCHLICHT WARWICK Ont Hundred Form JUNCMEN HAMMER RIVER FALLS 13, MILWAUKEE 19 OUT of (he South came the Green Wave from Milwaukee, doped to win and equally as determined. This was the crucial contest for both teams. It meant that one of the teams would be eliminated from the title struggle. The game ended with the Green dominating Ramer Field 19-13. Larson. Sutherland, and Schlicht launched a powerful running attack early in the first quarter. The linemen were taking their men down and in six minutes Bocky Bartosh carried the ball into the end zone only to be called back for a penalty. An accurately executed lateral gave River Falls the score. Shoider of Milwaukee, on the next play, galloped off-tackle and made his way eighty-four yards for a touchdown. Another 45-yard run a minute later put the ball in position for the brewers' second touchdown. The rest of the second quarter was played in the center of the field, neither team advancing very far. One lateral from Warwick to l.aDusire looked like a touchdown, but it was stopped at mid-field. In the third quarter all the ground the Cardinals could gain was lost because of adverse wind. This quarter River Falls made five first downs, while Milwaukee lost fifteen yards. The final quarter marked another score for Milwaukee, to be followed by a 35-yard pass to Sutherland who caught it behind the last man and scampered thirty yards for the final count. A rally for the final and tying score fell short when a 15-yard penalty and a pass was intercepted on the Falls as the game ended. River Falls made ten first downs, while Milwaukee made seven. WILE BARTOSH One Hundred Foeiij-Ont WOODWARD SUTHERLAND RIVER FALLS 13, LA CROSSE 6 AFTER recuperating from the last defeat River Falls sallied down river and defeated La Crosse 13-6. thus in one year spoiling three Homecomings. The student body, faculty, and organizations all lent a financial band, and sent the River Falls band to the scene of battle. This was the first formal appearance of the band in its new wearing apparel. Those fans who stayed home heard the game over the radio. The River Falls team displayed more power on both the offense and defense than they had the week before against Milwaukee. I.a Crosse was unable at any time to make appreciable advances, as is apparent in the fact that River Falls made thirteen first downs to one made by La Crosse. Captain Larson was the outstanding man of the day. getting the two touchdowns and repeatedly chalking up the first downs from his line bucks. Bartosh was there behind the line as usual, showing an excellent example of perfect tackling. Helixon received several nice passes. The notorious go-devil. Mickey Cashman, was stopped before he ever got started. The line was in every play and the La Crosse plays failed to break. The wind against the Falls in the first quarter put them on the defense, but early in the second quarter Suthy broke loose twice to bring the ball in position for Larson to score. River Falls scored again near the end of the third quarter. The La Crosse score came as the result of a long pass, which the umpire ruled complete on account of interference. HABERMAN LADUSIRE One Hundred Form■ Tu o ZEDD1BS KRUEGER RIVER FALLS 31, EAU CLAIRE 6 THE Cardinals showed such drive and speed that they were able to pile up a lead of 31-6 in the first three quarters, which the second team was able to hold for the remainder of the game. The line functioned perfectly. The Eau Claire men were always out of the play, thus enabling the Red backs to break through repeatedly for long runs. River Falls made twenty-one first downs while Eau Claire made three. The Falls team received the kick-off on the 10-yard line and carried it right down the field for a touchdown, never losing possession and not once using the last down. River Falls threatened again during the first quarter when they carried the ball to the 20-yard line but lost it on downs. Hagestad made two first downs at the opening of the second quarter and brought the ball to the 5-yard line, but a 15-yard penalty, an intercepted pass followed by a completed pass, gave Eau Claire the ball at mid-field. Eau Claire pulled a short pass and Blair, the Orangeman end. was out in the open to get the opponents' only score. In the closing moments of the half two long passes to Helixon brought the ball to the 2-yard line, which on the next play was counted. The Eau Claire eleven were unable to hold the onrush of the Red and White, and the third quarter ended 31-6. The River Falls team was changed, and the final quarter was played in the center of the field. DITTBRENNBR KINGSTON On HunJieJ For I y‘Thru HEMP BRAUN NON-CONFERENCE GAMES THE St. Thomas eleven gave way to the Cardinal wave at the St. Paul Stadium. 12-7. in the first night” game to be played in the Twin Cities. The River Falls team demonstrated their superiority throughout the whole game when they consistently gained ground on passes and line plays. The Reds made seven first downs to the cadets' two. Early in the second quarter the Falls started their march, which was ended only by those diagonal stripes in the end zone. At the opening of the second half a long pass to Schlicht closed the scoring for River Falls. The St. Thomas score came as the result of a 75-yard run by a fleet cadet back behind perfect interference. The Fort Snelling soldiers played the second non-conference game at River Falls and lost 38-0. The game was rather slow and ragged throughout, neither team showing polish. Six minutes after the kick-off Captain Larson carried the ball over the goal line for the first score. The half ended with the score 20-0. The most outstanding play of the second quarter was the attempted punt on the part of Fort Snelling. The kicker was rushed and missed the ball completely. The play remained on uneven terms until the middle of the last quarter. The soldiers marched down the field from the kick-off. but were stopped on the 10-yard line. The Cardinals were held for downs and when the game ended it was Fort Snelling's ball, fourth down on River Falls' four-inch line. Or HunJuJ Forty-Four Gotham. Bergholtz. Martin. Jenson (Coath). Thompion, Robty, W. Johnson Jthn. O'Connor. Noldt. F. Johnson. MrChesnry. Panrtnhagrn. Allen, Graham FRESHMAN FOOTBALL A LARGE group of freshmen answered the call for football practice. In order to give all those wishing to play a chance, a freshman team was formed with the intention of playing the neighboring high schools. Because of lack of funds this group of husky young lads made only one trip. On that occasion they trounced the Amery High School 42-12. which speaks favorably for the strength of the freshmen, since the Amery school was one of the strongest in the northern part of Wisconsin. They furnished plenty of hard scrimmaging for the varsity. Many of these freshmen lads will be back next year and make strong bids for places on the team. SPRING FOOTBALL SPRING football terminated when the Reds and Whites, or the Icemen and the Milkmen. under the leadership of Alfonse and Bartosh, respectively, played the annual spring game. This was very hotly contested, with the Reds emerging with a victory by a score of 8-6. Both teams were able to force their way over the goal line of the opponent. The score was a tie. when a bad pass from center gave the Reds the safety which won the game. The material for next year's team looked very promising. The back field posts were well handled by Dawson. Braun. La Dusire. and Warwick—a flashy backfield. Bartosh. Alfonse (Ant Coath), Voshuil, Mattson. Cummings. Hughes. Bergemann, OlraJovte. McDermott. Ktntie. Keel. Anderson. Marlin. Crogan. Klandtud (Coach) McPherson. Catty. Jurds. Sotern. Schultz. Thompson. McChttneu. Graham. Panzenhagtn, Williamson. Ilagestad. Sate. Pederson. Oilman. Woodward. Nolde. Dawson. Gerhardt. Junchtn. Braun. Habtrman. LaDusire. Greaton One Hundred Forty-Five MEN PLACED ON THE ALL-STATE TEAM RAY HELIXON................ First Team Guard CLARENCE ALrONSE...................Second Team Center ED MILLER....................Honorable Mention CAPTAIN SCIIMCIIT THE 1931 BASKETBALL SQUAD Clarence Alfonsh Ove Berven Walter Hagestad Ray Helixon Leo Krueger Cecil LaDusire Harry Kotleski Ernest Mack Ered Mattson Ed Miller John Schlicht. Captain Robert Sutherland Edwin Warwick Student Manager Koilttki (Stcnscrr). Krueftt. Sleek. Helixon. Alton . Menton. Klendrud (Comb) UDutiee. Kum. Mi lift. Schlichi (Ccptcin). Berven. Woronk. Sutherland One Hundred Forty-Six MANAGER KOTLESKI CONF HRENCE STANDING Won Lost Per Cent 900 Team 9 X La Crosse - • 7 1 875 Osbkosb • • - 6 2 750 River Falls . - 3 625 Stout 5 5 500 Milwaukee 6 400 Stevens Point 2 6 250 Platteville 2 6 250 Whitewater . -Eau Claire o 8 000 RESULTS OF River Fall River Fall River Falls River Fall River Fall River Fall River Falls River Fall THE SEASON Eau Claire - -- -- - Stevens Point ------- Stoat - -- -- -- --- La Crosse - -- -- -- - La Crosse -------- Stoat --------- Eau Claire - Milwaukee -------- 20 30 24 15 27 41 31 16 18 18 23 20 33 21 1 7 °nr Wr Captain Schlicht The man who had to hold the team together and direct their play from the floor was John Schlicht. who came from Marshfield. His splendid spirit of team-work and sportsmanship was characterized by the way he led the team all season. His exceptional endurance kept him going at top speed throughout every game. He made the team as a freshman, was elected one of the co-captains for the next year, and during his third year was captain. He played guard, and, although not as tall as many or the men he had to guard, was regarded by the opponents as “one of the sweetest guards ever to play on our floor. Always a cool player, he seemed to become even less perturbed as the games became exciting. He was an exceptional dribbler. His dribbling did not appear spectacular, but it was instrumental in many victories for the Red and White. Johnny did most of his dribbling when River Falls, having a lead, decided to stall, although it was not unusual to see him break through an entire team for a close-in shot. He handled the ball well, passed fast and accurately, and was quick to find a teammate in the open. The man who takes Johnny’s place in the line-up next year will have a big hole to fill. River Falls has come to expect a great deal from its guards; Schlicht did not disappoint them. Robert Sutherland Bob Sutherland, from the local high school, was not only the smallest man in the conference but also the fastest. He made a letter in his freshman year and was elected one of the co-captains for the following year. He played three years. Suthy” was well known and feared by the opponents, who were always glad to see him leave the game. They will, no doubt, breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that he has played his last game for the Falls. Offensively, due to his size and speed, he gave some of the best exhibitions of floor work ever seen here. He had a very good fake which made him hard to guard. Bob handled the ball nicely, was an accurate passer, and seemed to be in the open more than any one else. On the defense Suthy was often given the tough assignment. He could stick to his man as though glued to him. The River Falls crowd has often been thrilled to see him tie up one of the invading stars. Bob's play was far better away from home where he could perform on larger courts. His speed did not show up on a small court where the players were close together. The home fans missed his best exhibitions of basketball. ROBERT SUTHERLAND JOHN SCHLICHT One Hundred FottyEiflit Clarence Alfonse Alfonsc came to River Falls from Cumberland. He is a big. powerful basketball player with plenty of drive. At the start of the season he was used to alternate at either guard position. In the middle of the season he was shifted to center where he played his best ball. He was a good man on defense. He followed his man well, but seldom committed a foul. He never was taken out on personal fouls. His drive made him valuable in following in long shots. He could shoot from any position and developed into a wonderful scorer. Al had an exceptional eye for the basket and an ability to be in the open. In the Eau Claire game, his first game at center, he made five baskets. It was in the Milwaukee game, however, that he covered himself with glory. Sinking baskets from every part of the floor, he collected twenty points by making nine field goals and two free throws. In this game he made more points than the entire Milwaukee team. His phenomenal work the last half of the season made him one of the most outstanding men in the conference. Because of his play in these games he was chosen center on the second all-state team. Although this was Al’s” first year as a regular, he was an important man on the squad and a favorite with the fans. Edward Miller Perhaps the most colorful player on the Falls squad was Stretch Miller, the towering center of the Falls team. Using his 6' 5Vi to good advantage, he never met a man from whom he could not get the tip-off. He had good control of the ball on these tip-ofTs. He played regular for three years, being one of the co-captains during his second year. His most effective playing was tipping in shots under the basket. His rebound work was exceptional. Ed” pulled many games out of the fire with these shots. He seemed to jump up and push the ball down through the basket. Defensively his height enabled him to knock down many attempted passes over center or shots at the basket. It was difficult to dribble around Stretch.” His ranginess enabled him to reach out and knock the ball away from the dribbler. Miller played his best basketball during his second year, although his work this year was also outstanding. His play in the two Eau Claire games that year did much to keep the Falls slate clean. He was high scorer in most of the games. It was during this year that he was picked as all-state center. By losing Stretch River Falls is losing the most talked of man in the conference. Besides assuring his team the tip-off. he was a consistent scorer. EDWARD MILLER CLARBNCB ALFONSE On HurulttJ Fotty-Nin RIVER FALLS 41, EAU CLAIRE 16 RIVER FALLS opened the season with a one-sided victory over Eau Claire. The Redmen swamped the midstaters in a deluge of baskets. The Eau Claire team was not at any time a threat to Klandrud’s smoothly working quint. Every man on the Falls squad was given a chance to play. Each combination performed equally well. The Falls cagers wasted no time in getting started. The crowd had hardly settled in their seats when Sutherland dropped in two baskets. The team handled the ball nicely and showed good team work. At the half River Falls was out in front 23-8. The second half found the Falls team still going strong. They sifted through the midstaters for eighteen points while again holding the hard fighting Eau Claire team to eight. The final score was 41-16. The whole River Falls team played great ball, the kind that might be expected of last year's undefeated state champions. LaDusire and Berven led the scoring with eight points apiece. Nearly every man to play contributed to the scoring. RIVER FALLS 20, STEVENS POINT 18 INLAYING the second game of the week-end. the Falls cagers faced much tougher opposition i in the veteran Stevens Point quint than they had the previous night. It was a hard battle all the way with River Falls never taking the lead until the overtime period. A little tired from the game the previous night, and being unable to get used to the small floor, the Red and White found trouble handling the ball and making baskets. The Pointers, led by their scoring ace Chalava. held the long end of a 10-9 score at the end of the first half. Fighting hard, the Pointers continued to hold the lead throughout the second half, although River Falls always stayed within striking distance. With fifteen seconds to go and Stevens Point leading 17-15. Alfonse tipped in a rebound shot to send the game into an overtime period. Berven put the game away in the overtime period with a basket and free throw, while the Pointers had to be satisfied with a free throw. River Falls held the edge at the final gun. 20-18. ALFONSE MEL1XON LADUSIRB (Captain-Elect) One Hundred Filly RIVER FALLS 30, STOUT 18 S’TOUT presented a powerful basketball team in an effort to break their string of defeats at ' the hands of River Falls, but the Hodmen were just as determined to keep the slate clean. It was a whirlwind battle all the way. The score does not indicate the closeness of the game. Bcrvcn made good a free toss to give River Falls a lead that they never gave up. The scoring was well divided among the Falls cagers. River Falls led at the gun. 13-8. Warwick. Helixon. and Miller scored soon after the second half started to bring the score to 19-8. LaDusire sank a basket and a free throw to increase the margin. With ten minutes left and fourteen points to overcome. Stout opened up. but could not gain much on the Red and White. Stout was troubled all the game by being rushed before they had time to get set for their plays. River Falls held the long end of a 30-18 score as the game ended. RIVER FALLS 24, LA CROSSE 23 I A CROSSE, rated a the strongest team in the conference, invaded River Falls for the fourth game. It was a very close, well-played game. Schlicht opened the scoring with two free throws. For the rest of the first half River Falls made most of their points from field goals, while La Crosse was keeping even with free throws. The first half ended with River Falls leading 16-14. Berven started the second half by intercepting a pass under the Falls basket and dropping it through. Novak tied the score again with two free throws and a basket. La Crosse took a three point lead, but the two Marshfield boys came back with a long shot apiece. A basket for La Crosse and two free throws for River Falls ended the scoring, with eight minutes left to play, the Redmen started stalling on a one point lead. By clever dribbling and passing they kept possession of the ball most of the time. When the gun sounded, the score was still 24-23. BERVEN SUTHERLAND DO MILLER On NmM fiity-Ont RIVER FALLS 15, LACROSSE 20 IN a hard fought defensive battle. River Falls dropped its first conference game of the season. This defeat broke the string of fifteen successive conference victories chalked up by the Redmen. The game started out slowly. Neither team wanted to give the other a break. The score was nip and tuck all through the first half. The score was frequently tied and never did either team have a lead of over three points. The half ended with La Crosse leading 11 -9. With the start of the second half, baskets by Warwick and Helixon put River Falls in the lead 13-12. The downstaters made a basket, but Helixon countered with a long shot to lead the Red and White one point ahead and six minutes to go. Novak, the La Crosse flash, re-entered the game after a few minutes on the bench and led the La Crosse six-point rally with two baskets and a free throw. Klandrud's men tried desperately to score in the closing minutes, but were unable to count. RIVER FALLS 27, STOUT 33 NOT being able to snap out of their midseason slump, the Falls cagers lost a rough game to Stout. The loss of this game blasted the hopes of River Falls for a state championship. The Redmen started out with a rush, running the score to 6-0 in the first few minutes. Then the defense of the Falls team cracked. When the gun ended the first half, Stout was holding the long end of an 18-8 score. At the outset of the second half the Falls defense tightened, and the Trainers lead was cut to 21-18. Miller and Warwick led the rally. At this time Miller. Sutherland, and Schlicht were ejected from the game on personal fouls. Warwick’s shooting kept the Redmen within striking distance until the last few minutes, when the Stout men sank several long shots to sew the game up with the score 33-27 in their favor. Warwick and Miller were outstanding offensively. while Helixon played his usual consistent game at guard. KUSS KRUEGER WARWICK Oat HunJitJ FUiy-Tnx RIVER FALLS 41, EAU CLAIRE 21 IN a slow game, which at first threatened to be an upset, the River l:alls cagcrs broke their losing streak to beat Eau Claire. The visitors were outclassed, but they showed the crowd how to fight. Eau Claire took the lead at the beginning of the game on a charity toss. While the locals were missing shot after shot, Eau Claire ran the score to 8-2. They held the lead most of the half. Late in the period Klandrud found a forward combination that could click. Alfonsc in his new role at center made four baskets while Warwick got two to lead the Redmen’s scoring. River Falls led at the intermission, 19-9. The second half found both coaches substituting freely. It was a gloomy half for Eau Claire. Warwick continued his heavy scoring as the Falls basketeers pulled away from the midstaters. Near the end of the game, with the score 41-12 against them, the visitors rallied to make nine points, while holding the Redmcn scoreless to make the final score 41-21. RIVER FALLS 31, MILWAUKEE 17 RIVER FALLS in the last game of the season proved that she really had a great basketball team when Milwaukee was handed a defeat. The highly touted Green and White quintet was no match for Klandrud’s men. Milwaukee, using the Minnesota style of play, could not break through the smooth defense of the Red and White. The first half looked dangerous for the Falls cagcrs, but Alfonsc went on a scoring spree, sinking baskets from all over the floor. River Falls gradually pulled away to pile up a 15-7 lead at the half. In the second half Alfonsc was again outstanding, making five baskets and two free throws to bring his total for the game to twenty points- Schlicht played one of the best games of the season. LaDnsire and Warwick also figured in the scoring to give River Falls the game 31-17. Captain Schlicht. Sutherland. Miller, and Alfonsc finished their careers in this game, which completed another successful season for River Falls. This victory avenged the defeat River Falls had taken from Milwaukee on the gridiron. MACK MATTSON Oitt HunJrtJ Fifty-Three INTRAMURAL LEAGUE BASKETBALL AT Thanksgiving time Coach Klandrud with the assistance of Oral Claflin organized an intramural basketball league. It was eagerly accepted by the boys. Twenty teams were organized, representing practically every group of boys in the college. Everyone who wished to play had a chance. The object of the league, along with serving as exercise and entertainment for the participants, was to keep the boys practicing basketball and perhaps to uncover hidden talent among the players. From the start it appeared to be a close race. The Ag Seniors and AU'Americans were picked as favorites to win the championship. The Ag Seniors were a bunch of rangy lads with a good eye for the basket. The All-Americans' team was largely composed of men who had been on the varsity squad at some time. The Jinx developed into a fast little team that was hard to beat. They lost their only game to the O'Briens Ideals team which was not only the smallest team in the league but also the fastest. The Nelsonians. representing a boose, played consistent ball all year to finish in top division. The Ag Frosh was a well balanced team with no outstanding men. but every man on the team was a good scorer. The National Guards team was another bunch of huskies that could be expected to put up a good battle. They were the only team to beat the Ag Senior five during the league play. The Freshmen had a smoothworking team of yearlings. They had more practice than the other teams. These were the eight teams that finished on top. There was only one house team in the eight: the others were largely independent teams. Other teams that played outstanding ball but were unable to get in the top eight were: the Webster Wildcats. Nelson Cafe. Andersonians. and Debaters. Games were scheduled for afternoons and evenings, but it was not possible to have each team play more than once .1 week. The regular basketball season was too short to have each team play every other team once. In order to decide upon a champion regardless of this, a tournament was conducted with the eight reams that led after ten games had been played as competitors. The tournament games were of greater interest than the others had been, for the loser was no longer in the race for the championship. The eight teams that played in the first round all showed real class. O’Brien’s Ideals met the All-Americans in a fast game which the former lost 33-12. The Nelsonians lost to the Freshmen 33-28. in what proved to be one of the fastest games of the tourney. The National Guards, who had defeated the Ag Seniors in the league play, took a reversal from the same team in the tournament by the score of 23-17. The Jinx were eliminated from further play when they took a 31-22 beating from the Ag Frosh. Wilt, WtUheppIt, Junthtn, llabtrnun, Larttn Ont Hundred Fitly-Four In the semi-finals the four teams left were the Freshmen. Ag Frosh. Ag Seniors, and All-Americans. The Freshmen and Ag Seniors had a real battle before the Ag Seniors finally emerged victorious 25-23. The All-Americans hit their stride and had little trouble downing the Ag Frosh. The score was 32-8. The two teams left in the finals were the Ag Seniors and the All-Americans. When those two teams had met previously the Ag Seniors had been just two points better. However, this time it was the All-Americans’ night. They took the game to win the championship of the intramural basketball league. Standings of the Teams at the Time Tournament Was Started Team Won Lou Per Cent Team Won Lou Per Cent All-Americans . . 9 1 900 Andersonians ... 5 5 500 Ag Seniors 9 1 900 Debaters ... 5 5 500 Jinx 9 1 900 Zeniths . . . 3 7 300 Nelsonians 8 2 800 Bergic's Blue Birds . ... 2 8 200 O’Brien's Ideals . 7 2 777 Castle Heights ... 2 8 200 Ag Frosh ..... 7 3 700 Stragglers .. . 2 8 200 National Guards ..; 7 3 700 Gypsv Rovers ... 2 8 200 Freshmen 7 3 700 ... 2 8 200 Webster Wildcats 6 4 600 Rurals . .. 0 8 000 Nelson Cafe . . . 5 4 555 Farmers . . 0 9 000 llanton. Turn . Ilothing, Claflin, Lott One Hundred Fit (u-Five FRESHMAN BASKETBALL THE frosh team this year was one of the best River Falls has had in many seasons. After losing their first game by a dose score to St. Croix Falls on their small floor, the freshmen continued through the season without another defeat. Cumberland, winners of the Rice Lake Tournament, was trounced 36-9 in a game which showed the strength of the squad. Next the Prescott city team was handed a 25-11 defeat. Hanson made six baskets in this game. Osceola, another team that made a good showing at Rice Lake, held the frosh very well, but in the last part of the game was beaten 26-15. Elmwood led the yearlings 8-7 at the end of the first half in their game here, but they were unable to find the basket the last half, making only one free throw while the River Falls team was collecting seven baskets. The final score was 2J-9. The freshmen also played in the game of the River Falls reserves and Hamline reserves. River Falls won this game 15-11. Outstanding on the squad was Morrow, a big husky center with an uncanny ability to make baskets. He was the consistent high scorer of the team. Hansen, a rangy and speedy boy from Rice Lake, gave a good account of himself in all the games. Isaacson and O. Hanson, the two diminutive guards from Spring Valley, paired well together. Both were good dribblers and dangerous on long shots. Another pair of guards. Woodward and Braun, were husky lads who were in the thickest of it if the battle got tough. Nolde. the Algoma flash, handled the ball nicely and should develop into varsity material. Kelley of Wells. Minnesota, was a consistent worker at forward. Peterson of Ellsworth, the tall center, played good ball all year. Graham, a stocky guard from Roberts, was a good defensive player. Playing as the boys did under Klandrud's coaching all year they have become adapted to bis style of play. They should be able to give a creditable account of themselves in filling the places left by graduation next year. O. Iloinon. Not dr. nation Beam. Ptitrion. Morrow, Si. Hunion. Wooduford On Hundred Fiftw-Six BASEBALL BASEBALL can hardly be classed as a minor spori at River Falls this year, yet the spirit of the school in regard to it does not approach that of the major sports. This year wc have practically the same team back that represented the school last spring. At that time they took the strong Concordia team into camp in a very close game. The twelve men back, besides a large number of freshmen out. make prospects look bright. The baseball schedule is rather heavy this spring in comparison with other years. The coach has scheduled nine games. Two games have been set with both Stout and Eau Claire. These two schools have not had baseball teams in a number of years. Two games will be played again this year with the strong Concordia team. St. Thomas is going to take two tries at the River Falls sluggers. The local boys will journey to Stillwater to meet the prison team in the ninth encounter. With a crew of expert hurlers for the Falls, the opposition will have plenty of trouble collecting hits. We all know what Larson and Claflin can do when they start wrapping their lingers around the ball. Ollie” King looks promising as catcher. Harry Kocleski at third base is sure to be on the job. He is an expert fielder, and as a hitter he can't be beat. Last year in the Concordia game he got two triples and a home run. Ray Helixon at center field seems to have a magnetic glove, and when it comes to bitting, well, he is the clean-up hitter of the team. Vuchetich plays a good brand of ball at second base. Alfonse will be seen on the baseball diamond in his last intercollegiate competition in athletics. A kitten ball league was formed this year to take up some of those long spring evenings when there is nothing to do. Four teams took part and each team was composed of fifteen men. Houses of fellows formed teams and games were played on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30. The Webstonians and Kruegers were strong contenders in this loop. They have been going through severe training and workouts. Klandrud (Co ih).Cumnyingi. titty. Btliilt. Bttvtti. Slattion. Pttm. Fott. Catdu- ll. Lund . R. Ptmtll KotUtki Kina. Alfomt. CMin. lUlixon. Tnfuirt. Woodumd. Kun. Btaan Sattion. . chon. VuthtlUh. St Uhl. Krutfrt. Lmton. Rttan. heat,on. u:mcn On llunditJ Fihu-Stvin MINOR SPORTS Swimming S'WIMMING at River Falls has taken on a competitive atmosphere both within the school ) and also with other teachers colleges of the conference. Last year two triangular swimming meets were held with Eau Claire and Stout. This was the first year of intercollegiate competition in swimming in which River Falls had taken part, and as a result they were not very strong contenders. This year, however, three triangular swimming meets have been arranged with the same schools, and it is believed that the outcome will show the Falls higher in rank in this form of athletics. The annual class swimming meet is held each year preliminary to these meets with other colleges. This has been an annual event since the opening of our pool. The class meet has been of value because it gives the coach a chance to spot the outstanding swimmers in all the classes and to get these men in shape for the triangular meets. The captains of the class teams are Begley, frosh: Earl Bartosh, sophomores: Hammer, juniors: and Clair Bartosh, seniors. The juniors took the meet easily when they scored thirty-eight points to twenty-five made by the freshmen. The swimming at River Falls has not been of exceptional calibre, but it is improving as is shown by the fact that all but one record of previous meets was broken. There is some speculation as to the reason for this improvement. Rumor says it is because of those terrible swimming tests that are required by Coach Klandrud. and the fact that every freshman must become an expert swimmer. Begley, captain of the freshmen team, led the individual scoring with sixteen points. John Hammer, junior captain, totaled ten points. From this meet the best will be picked for the college meet. Golf 'T'HIS year the city golf links have been opened to every student in school for a very nominal fee. The students grouped together and by collective bargaining were able to purchase a season ticket which permitted them to play any day of the week for four dollars. This ticket lasts until the spring term is concluded. Much more interest has been shown this year in golf than previous years. All the freshmen classes have the chance of taking part of their gym KLANDRUD MALOTT JOHNSON One llunditd Fifty-Eight credit in golf. This stimulates interest in golf among the younger members of the student body. Three triangular golf meets scheduled with Stout and Eau Claire, were held one at each school. Last year John Hammer. Cecil LaDusire. and Frank Vuchetich represented the Red and White in competition with Stout and Eau Claire. Even the coaches of the school had a hot round during the meet. This year the school was represented by Frank Vuchetich. John Hammer. Cecil LaDusire. and John Schlicbt. the Falls winning two firsts and one second. Vuchetich has already shot the low score of the River Falls course. There are a number of excellent golfers at River Falls, but there is plenty of competition furnished by the ocher schools. The faculty are also enthusiastic golfers. Mr. Malott was caught by the camera man teeing off from the sixth hole on January 31. 1931. Tennis THE popularity of tennis has become greater this year than we have ever witnessed before. A large number of students are just learning the game. Many of the freshmen chose tennis for their sport in preference to golf. The courts this year have been fairly well kept up. considering the dryness of the ground and the large amount of use that they are getting. Two of the courts were furnished with new equipment, including the new tapes and nets. The ideal spring weather we have had has invited many other students to spend at least a few of their afternoons or evenings playing tennis. The courts have been filled all day: some games have been scheduled for six o’clock in the morning: others last until dark, and still others in between. Another one of our annual intramural competitive athletic contests is the tennis tournament. Last year Thomas Runkle was on top of the pile of tournament contestants when the dust all cleared. This year the tournament is well under way. Runkle. May. Rudolph Christiansen, and Dawson are strong contenders for the highest place. In addition to this a doubles tournament has been organized, and some hot battles are predicted before the closing day of school will terminate the spring season of tennis. Minor sports at River Falls have as their aim the giving to every student in school a chance at some form of play or athletics. RUNKLE KARGES VOGELE One Hundred Fifty-Nine THE R CLUB The “R” Club is an organization composed of men who have won their “R in any of the various branches of athletics. The purpose of the “R” Club is to foster athletics, promote friendship among the boys, and to carry a share of the social duties of the school. Winners of the Athletic “R” FOOTBALL Clarence Alfonse Clair Bartosh Elmer beran Joe Braun Oral Claflin ARNO DlTTBRENNER Irving Gerhardt Russel Haberman John Hammer Ray Helixon Richard Hemp Laurence Junchen Oliver King Gordon Kingston Leo Krueger Cecil LaDusire Milton Zeddies Arnie Larson Glen Morrow Harry Roese John Schlicht Robert Sutherland Ed Warwick Ray Wile Vernon Woodward BASKETBALL Clarence Alfonse Elmer beran Ove Berven Ray Helixon Carl Kuss Cecil LaDusire Ed Warwick Ed Miller John Schlicht Robert Sutherlani BASEBALL Clarence Alfonse Gerald Belisle Elmer Beran Ove Berven Joe Braun Oral Claflin Ray Helixon Oliver King Harry Kotleski Leo Krueger Arnie Larson Fred Mattson Elmer Parnell Clayton Peterson Harry Roese Carl Kuss Frank Vuchetich Schlicht, Krueaer, Bartosh, ' eddies. Dittbtrnntr Kingston, Claflin. Junehen. Hemp. Morrow. Wile Hammer. Haberman. Woodward, Gerhardt. Roese. Braun. Larson King. LaDusire. Kuss. Hetixon. Berven. Beran. Sutherland, Alfonse One Hundred Sixty WOMEN'S ATHLETICS THE WOMEN’S ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION T'HE purpose of the Women's Athletic Association is to encourage the participation of all girls in college in physical activity of some form, to recognize special ability of girls in organized sports, to further the observance of health rules, and to promote and support school activities. The organization requires each member to maintain a C average and to earn twenty-five points a term. At the regular meetings held on alternate Thursdays, a program was usually given by the girls. The following furnishes an example of the type of program presented at the meetings. This was given by Group I. on April 9. Welcome Song, Cornie Amundson, Rachel Beard, Eileen Finstad, Eleanor Knutson. Adele Deans. 'A Skit. Play in Your Yard, Eleanor Knutson. Eileen Finstad. MARY LOUISE IIRANSTAD Reading ....................................................... Rachel Beard Song ...........................................................Entire Group Skit, College Humor ..........................Alice Bartosh, Marian Bredahl Taps. To sponsor physical activities is not the only purpose of the W. A. A. Several social gatherings are held throughout the year. This year the members enjoyed a freshman initiation party, a hard-time party, and a treasure hunt. Amundson. Heteoanu n. Gtepenon. Deem. Aekenbaeh. Berber. Bartotb. Bead lUlbert. Beep. Bonnet . Btedakl. Carter. Fmited. Fuller. Callup. Garley Couutuh. Gutter. E. Ha M. T. Haft. Hap . Homan. Hat lander. Hater. Hendriekion Hermamon. Hetum. L. Hill. P Hill. Hou'atd. Hout and. Hunter. Jenter. Johaton One Hundred Sixty-Tu'o THE WOMEN’S ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION THE most important event of the year is the week-end camping trip at Lake St. Croix Camp. This year the members were divided into groups, each of which was to raise money in any way it wished, to help defray the expense of this outing. The girls of group three contributed a penny for every inch of the distance around their hips. The W. A. A. awards a letter to those who earn three hundred points, and a sweater to those who have six hundred points to their credit. Points are awarded on the following basis: One hundred points to each member of the honor squad which is made up of the best players in each activity, twenty-five points to those who attend at least hall the practices for each sport, two points an hour for general outdoor sports, such as tennis, swimming, and archery, and one point a mile for hiking. Cornic Amundson, Joyce Schwalen, and Luclla Hermanson received sweaters this year. To Miss Branstad must be given a large share of the credit for the success of the year’s program. Her interest and enthusiasm was an encouragement to the girls in all their activities. During the first half of the year the following were officers: President. Cornic Amundson: vice-president. Luella Hermanson: secretary. Luella Grcgerson; treasurer, Adelc Deans: recording secretary. Helen Lamson. For the last half of the year the following were elected: President, Joyce Schwalen: vice-president. Alice Lund: secretary. Alice Howland: treasurer. Fae Hanson: recording secretary. Nadia Howard. Keith. Kirther. Kir(i. Knutton. Kreuxigrr. I. Kreuxigrr, Kentz. I.unison latum. Lin. hndh. Lund. Milt. My tick. Olton. Oneton. Pederien Petrie. RttJjI. Reinhr. Rut. Ryan. Sthorta. Sthultx. Sehuralen. Shafer Simpttm. Smith. Strand. Suthlow, Suren tom, D. Taylor. SI. Taylor. Volta, Vabai halt One Hundred Sixty Three Schwalen. Lam ton. Haga. Kreu iger Howland. Howard. Pedersen FIELD HOCKEY AFTER a summer of outdoor activities, one cannot immediately change to indoor sports. 'This fact perhaps accounts for the popularity of field hockey in the fall. About thirty-five girls regularly attended hockey practice held under the leadership of Miss Branstad. coach, and Nadia Howard, sport head. There are regularly eleven players on a hockey team. Those who play the halfback positions have the most difficult part, for they are both offensive and defensive players. However, the keenest enjoyment comes from playing hard, and those who were halfbacks were very jealous of their positions. After several weeks of practice four teams participated in a tournament. The play during the tournament is always keen because each girl does her best in order that her team may win. Because of bad weather, the tournament was finished in the gymnasium which limited the space, but called for more accuracy in placing the ball. The final event of the hockey season was the banquet in honor of the winning team. The bruises administered by opponents' sticks were forgotten, and all enjoyed the banquet with that same good feeling which characterized the whole season. Twenty-one girls received twenty-five squad points. Those on the honor team who received one hundred points were the following: Cornie Amundson. Ethel Haga. Alice Howland. Nadia Howard. Ida Kreuziger. Ruth Lindh. Helen Lamson. Dagmar Pedersen, and Joyce Schwalen. One Hundred Sixty-Four Smith, Haas. Lamion. Pedersen. Gaistt. Harlander. Schultz. Schuralen finiteJ. Henson. Teyloe, Hunite, Howard. Hill SOCCER SOCCER, which was a new game to most girls, was played during the month of November. following the hockey season. Regardless of the fact that many had never played before, all girls were urged to come out and kick. In truth, the word “kick” tells practically the whole story of soccer, for the players cannot use their hands, but must rely on their feet to kick the ball over the opponents' goal. It is not easy to make a score in soccer, for the goalkeeper has special privileges. She may use her hands or any means she desires to prevent the ball from going over her goal. The goalkeeper must also be mindful of her own welfare since she is most often the target of wild and vicious kicks by the players. Under the direction of Miss Branstad and Fae Hanson, sport head, some excellent punting was developed. Indeed, from the accuracy and force of the girls' kicking, one might hazard a guess that the time of girls' football is not far distant. Among the girls who received squad points were: Comic Amundson. Eileen Finstad. Marjorie Gallup. Irma Guiser. Ethel Haga. Muriel Harcr. Fac Hanson. Myrtice Harlander. Leona Hill. Elizabeth Keith. Helen Lamson. Marian Olson. Dagmar Ryan. Bernice Schultz. Bernice Smith. Helen Hunter. Corrine Hendrickson. Dorothy Taylor, and Ruth Lindh. One Hundred Sixty Five BASKETBALL THE usual enthusiastic response was given to the first basketball practice on December 11. when approximately forty girls came out. The first practices were merely technical drills to accustom the girls to handling the ball. This consisted in much passing of the ball, pivoting, and shooting. Variety was added to the drill by having relay races and using other devices to make a practical application of the technique which Miss Branstad taught the girls. Eda Kreuziger was elected sport head for basketball. The girls had previously signed up for membership on certain organization and class teams. This arrangement of forming the teams added to the keenness of competition, for class and organization pride kept the players from too easily submitting to defeat. After several general practices the teams were organized and these practiced to develop team work. The climax of the season was, of course, the tournament. It was very interesting because each team was out to win. The teams which participated in the tournament were the W. A. A., captain. Portia Hill: freshmen, captain. Alice Bartosh: sophomores, captain. Adcle Deans; Y. W. C. A., captain. Dagmar Pedersen. After several vigorously contested games, the sophomore and freshman teams entered the finals to play for the championship. The freshman team proved that any greenness which is often attributed to their class did not extend to basketball by winning from the sophomores. To all guards on opposing teams. Mac Taylor, forward on the freshman team, proved to be a problem that could not easily be solved: for. to keep her guarded and away from the ball was indeed difficult. Helen Lamson. a veteran player of four years' experience, prevented many scores by her close guarding. In honor of the winning freshman team a banquet was held in the college cafeteria. This was planned by the chairman of banquets. Dagmar Pedersen. After the banquet a short program of toasts was given with Helen Lamson as toastmistrew. Miss Branstad announced that the honor squad had been chosen and that its members were: Helen Lamson. Dagmar Pedersen. Luella Hermanson. Florence Woods. Rosalia Leisz. Mae Taylor. Ethel Haga. Joyce Schwalen. Nellie Knight. Alice Bartosh. Leona Hill, and Cornie Amundson. Olton. Jensen, Taylor. Wood Taylor. Bar loth. Hill Keith. Haga. Hollander. Hunter Swanion. Hill, Bonnry Onr Hundred Sixty-Six VOLLEYBALL VOLLEYBALL, which follows basketball and is the last indoor sport of the year, is always enjoyed by a large number of girls. This is due to the fact that to play volleyball one needs only a minimum amount of experience and playing technique. After some preliminary drill two teams were organized, the Red and the Blue, which competed in a form of tournament. The two teams were very evenly matched, and the tournament ended in a tie. each team having won five games. This tie was played off in a very exciting game. The Reds finally succeeded in triumphing over the Blues. Those on the winning team were: Valborg Haga, Anna Vik. Adelaide Hermanson. Florence Woods. Leona Hill. Eda Kreuziger. Emma Strehlow, Bernice Schultz. Alice Howland. Marian Kircher. and Dagmar Ryan. No honor squad was chosen, but twenty-five girls received squad points. TENNIS AS soon as the courts are in condition, tennis becomes an exceedingly popular activity. Many girls who did not know how to play the game were very eager to learn, and for the benefit of these Miss Branstad conducted a tennis instruction class each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. During this period the girls were taught how to hold and handle the racket, the different kinds of “shots. and bow to serve the ball. Having learned the fundamental features of the game, it requires only practice to develop skill. The W. A. A. sponsors a girls tennis tournament each year. On April 24 the pairings for the first round were posted, which included a sum total of twenty-seven girls. The winner of last year’s tournament. Clarice Olson, is again competing, and she will no doubt strive to retain the championship. A gold medal will be awarded this year to the winner of the tournament. BASEBALL IN the spring baseball has a particular appeal for girls as well as for men. as evidenced by the fact that eighteen responded to Miss Branstad's first call for baseball practice. No records are kept of the batting averages or errors lest such an account prove discouraging to the rookies.’’ Each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon during this season, on a diamond that claims no certain position, one may see a group of girls practicing to become worthy members of the teams which will compete for first place. Amundum. Howland. BtmUod (Coocb). Hnmonton. Reedel. Cntn. Remnumd (Cooch). Umton. Cuim Ho-jxtd Lund. Ptdctun. Smith Knight. Gtegenon. Dtom. Shafer. Schwden On Hmdeed Sixtg-Severt AQUATIC LEAGUE SWIMMING is a part of the regular physical education work and hence is an activity participated in by nearly every freshman girl and many others who enjoy this sport. One regular class period each week is spent in the pool in North Hall. During this period Miss Branstad gives her attention to particular difficulties of each individual. There are certain swimming tests which every girl must pass before she obtains her credit in physical education. These are as follows: to stay under water twenty seconds, to float on back for thirty seconds, to change from front float to back float, to retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool, to execute the back and side stroke, and finally to dive from the edge of the pool. The purpose of the Aquatic League, which was formed three years ago, is to stimulate among the women students of the college a greater interest in swimming and furnish an opportunity for a broader field of swimming to the advanced swimmers. To become a member of the League one must pass a rigid entrance test with a grade of at least sixty per cent. Miss Branstad supervises and grades prospective members on a test which includes the crawl, side, back, and breast strokes, diving, floating, treading, and swimming for distance, and for speed. Each member receives an attractive emblem to wear on her swimming suit. The Aquatic League has its meetings during the recreation swimming period each Wednesday from five to six o’clock. At this time the members practice diving and other forms of stunt swimming. The league sponsored a swimming meet for all girls during the second term. The events were diving, form swimming, races, plunge for distance, and a novelty candle race. At the conclusion of the meet Alice Bartosh, who has been the most outstanding swimmer of the year, demonstrated different types of dives. A member of the Aquatic League receives one hundred points toward her sweater. Those who successfully passed the entrance test and became members of the League this year were: Cornie Amundson. Alice Bartosh. Lucile Garley, Marjorie Gallup. Leona Hill. Phyllis Petrie. Esther Reinke. and Ruth Rcedal. Callup, Bartoth, llill, Amundson, Garley. Rtinke. Rtedal, Petrie, Smith One Hundred Sixty-Eight FORENSICS FORENSICS T'HE departure of Mr. Justin Williams on a year's leave of absence created a vacancy in the public speaking department which was extremely hard to fill. However, the student body and faculty members feel that President Ames was exceptionally fortunate in securing Mr. Elbert Harrington to fill this position. Mr. Harrington came to us fully prepared to assume the duties of a public speaking instructor. He received his B.A. degree from the Iowa State Teachers College and his M.A. from the University of Iowa and in addition had several years of teaching experience at Iowa City. To Coach Harrington belongs a large share of the credit for a successful year in forensics. Starting with but two veteran debaters, he developed a squad of championship calibre which made a wonderful record throughout their debate season, winning practically all their debates. As instructor and as coach. Mr. Harrington has gained the respect and admiration of the student body. He has given unlimited time and patience to develop speakers who have been able to bring glory to River Falls largely through his own efforts. ELBERT V. HARRINGTON In response to Mr. Harrington’s call for a debate squad over thirty students reported. Out of this number only two were left from last year’s squad. The following people reported foe the pre-season debates: Merrill. Buske. Garley. Madison, Libakken. Miller. Hanneman. Chickcr, McAndrews, Penn. Dittbrenner. O'Connell. Christenson. Lane. Lloyd. Casey. Bristol. Dopkins. Neitzkc, Voskuil. Fitzgerald; Bergseng. Schultz. Clapp, Davec. and Frye. This group was divided into eight teams of three each, and practice debates were held several times a week between these teams on the question. Resolved: That chain stores are detrimental to the best interests of the American public.” Lucile Garley and her team scored the most victories in this scries of debates. A banquet in the college cafeteria concluded the debate squad’s pre-season activities. The college debate question: Resolved: That the several states shall adopt compulsory unemployment insurance to which the employer shall contribute. was selected in November. This question proved to be very timely in view of the large amount of unemployment in the country. After a series of debates, a squad consisting of Merrill. Penn. Madison. Garley. Hawkins. Dittbrenner. Libakken. Deringer, and Buske was selected. A series of debates was held with this group. The affirmative squad consisted of Leslie Libakken. Raymond Penn. Horace Merrill, with Arno Dittbrenner and James Deringer as alternates. This team went on a tour to La Crosse. Carleton College, and Gustavus Adolphus College. At La Crosse the Oregon plan of debate was used, in which two members of each team debate and the third member is allowed to ask questions. This series of debates, in addition to other debates with St. Paul Luther College. Northland College, and Eau Claire, gave the team the necessary training. LIBAKKEN PENN MADISON DERINGER On Handled Seventy FORENSICS THE negative squad, consisting of Lucile Garley. Morris Buske. Leonard Madison, and William Hawkins, went on a debate tour to Lawrence College. Milwaukee State Teachers College, and Marquette University. In addition to this trip they also debated La Crosse. St. Paul Luther College. St. Nor-berts. and Eau Claire State Teachers College. During this time Horace Merrill was coaching the second team of debaters. There was an unusual amount of enthusiasm shown in the second team debates and a large number continued the debates to the close of the season. The second team debate squad consisted of the following: Keeler. Christianson. Lloyd. Pratt. McAndrcw. Miller. Voskuil. Casey. Laue. and Clapp. This group debated on the high school and the college questions. Various debates were held with a number of high schools and with the second team of the Eau Claire Teachers College. The first conference debates were held on March 6, when the Oshkosh negative team met the River Falls affirmative team here. The affirmative team proved the superior and received the decision by a score of 100 to 96. On the same day the River Falls negative journeyed to Superior to meet the affirmative team and suffered their only defeat of the year by a score of 100 to 96. River Falls, however, was still entitled on a percentage basis to enter the final contest. Two weeks later the Whitewater affirmative met the River Falls negative here, and in perhaps the best debate of the season outclassed the Whitewater team by a score of 100 to 95. The affirmative team journeyed to Superior this time to meet the negative team and suffered their first defeat by a score of 100 to 97. Although the Superior affirmative was also defeated by White-water in this contest, on a percentage basis River Falls received second place. After the close of the regular season one of the most interesting debates took place, when on April 1. Lucilc Garley and Horace Merrill, affirmative, broadcast a debate with St. Thomas, negative, over station KSTP. St. Paul. To Captain Merrill a great deal of credit must be given. Horace is a junior this year and has still one more year of debate. He has been one of the most expressive speakers on the debate squad and will be of great value to our debate team next year. Libakken. although a freshman, gave a very good account of himself during his first season and proved, bis worth. Not only was he one of the hardest working members on the squad, but he was a persuasive speaker as well. Penn debated his first year on the squad and easily demonstrated his worth, being a keen thinker and always thoroughly convinced that he was on the right side of the question. IIORACH MERRILL GARLEY HAWKINS BUSKE DITTBRENNER Oo HurJrtd Scettisy-Ofit FORENSICS FROM our negative team we shall lose most of our veterans. Hawkins, a debater of three years, will be lost to the squad by graduation. Hawkins has the distinction of being the most convincing speaker on the squad. This was thoroughly demonstrated in the last debate when even the judge was thoroughly convinced to his side of the question. William Hawkins has been one of the outstanding speakers on the squad and will be greatly missed next year. Madison is another man to be lost to the squad. Leonard Madison was a forceful and an effective speaker and as a debater always got results. Ladle Garley. one of our convindng speakers, is a sophomore and will thus form the nucleus of next year's squad. Not only has she been successful as a debater, but in oratory as well. Buske. although a freshman this year, easily showed his worth in helping to defeat the strong Whitewater team. He was effective as a speaker and was a keen thinker as well. Dittbrenncr. another senior, will be lost to the squad through graduation. Although Arno did not partidpatc in any conference debates, he did take part in several intercollegiate contests. He also rendered much valuable service in collecting material for the other debaters. Deringer, a hard working junior, will have another year in which to carry on his work on the debate squad and in addition to the other members will form the nucleus for the next year's debate team. The forensic season this year was featured by strong teams: the winning and losing teams differed but fractions of a point. It has meant hard work for the debaters, but has been well worth while. After the closing debates the forensic season was terminated by a banquet which was given for the members of the debate squad. A great deal of interest was manifested in oratory. Merrill. Peroutky. and Garley entered the local tryout which was won by Lucile Garley on her oration The College in Chains.” The state oratorical contest was held at Stevens Point this year, in which Lucile Garley placed third. We were represented in the extemporaneous contest by Elmer Beran who defeated Hawkins and Deringer in the local contest. Merrill and Hawkins, winning second in oratory and extemporaneous speaking, earned the privilege of accompanying the contestants to Stevens Point. I-lmcr Beran succeeded well in this contest and received third, ranking but little below the other speakers. Elmer Beran is a senior student this year and will be lost to the college next year. THE SECOND TEAM SI mill (Coj h) Chriitianon Catty SleAndttw Kteltr Clapp Votkuil Ont Hundred Seventy-Two THE FORENSIC FORUM ' I 'HE Forensic Forum was organized this year under the supervision of Mr. Harrington, its advisor, for the purpose of promoting forensics in the River Falls Stale Teachers College. Beginning with the debate squad as a nucleus, the group was enlarged to include twenty-six members, all of whom are interested in public speaking. To carry out its purpose, active interest is taken in the promotion of forensic contests in River Falls, especially the high school oratorical contest held here each spring, and in the after-dinner speaking which is featured at the four banquets the club holds each year. At the initial banquet, held January 30. 1931, with Horace Merrill as toastmaster, the program consisted of the administration of the pledge to the new members by William Hawkins, followed by far from serious speeches by Ryan I.aue. Leslie Libakken. Raymond Penn, and Mrs. Harrington, with a dance in the South Hall gymnasium filling what remained of the evening. The annual oratorical contest, held May 1 under the auspices of the Forum, was declared by Mr. Mason, president of the River Falls District of the Wisconsin High School Forensic Association, to be the most successful in recent years. After the contest a banquet was served in the college cafeteria in honor of the contestants and their coaches, at which short talks were given by Mr. Ames. Mr. Mason. Professor Cochrane of Carleton College, who judged the contest. William Hawkins, and Margaret Hellweg. The officers of the organization, elected from among those who have taken part in intercollegiate forensic contests, have with Mr. Harrington, been largely responsible for the success of the Forum in its first year. William Hawkins, president. Arno Dittbrenner. vice-president. Lucile Garley. secretary, and Leonard Madison, treasurer, with Raymond Penn, publicity manager, and Leslie Libakken. Morris Buske. and Lucile Garley. the executive committee, were chiefly responsible for the founding and activity of the successor to the Lincolnians. I.UCILE GARI.HY Butke. Peroatky. Libakken. Fischer. Christianson. Miller Djvte, Merrill. Keeler. Pratt. Bristol. Voskail. Detinftr Madison. Polger, Volin, Penn. Harrington (Advisor). Hawkins. Corley. McIntyre. Dittbrenner One Hundred Seventy-Three WINNERS OF THE FORENSIC “R' Forensic R (Plain key awarded for five points) Laura Keller. ’21 John Williams. '21 Leo Shannon. '21 Winfred Bird. '23 Allan McAndrew. '23 Philip Mitchell. '23 Margaret McDermott. '25 Raymond Kenneth Preston. '25 Carl Amundson. '29 Helen Hawkins, '29 Elmer Beran. '31 Morris Buske, '31 Leslie Libakken. '31 Leonard Madison. '31 Penn, '31 Honor Forensic “R (Key with one star awarded for ten points) Frank Albee, ’22 Langdon Chapman, ’22 Everett Smith, ’25 Carlton Ames, ’25 Margaret Bailey, '25 Ronald Baker, '25 Chester Crowell, '30 Lyle Lamphere, '30 LeRoy Luberg, '30 Lucile Garley, '31 Distinctive Forensic R” (Key with two stars for fifteen points) Alvin How alt, '22 Donald Olson, '28 Reynold Jensen. '25 Martin Abrahamsen, '30 Thomas Barry, '28 Horace Merrill, '31 Double Honor “R (Key with three stars awarded for twenty points) Edward Casey, '23 Catherine Chapman, '25 Rex Liebenberg, '23 Robert Smith, '28 William Hawkins, '31 Double Distinctive “R” (Key with four stars awarded for thirty points) Melvin Thomson, '22 Bernard Morton, '28 Marshall Norseng. '28 John Burke, '28 John Davison, '28 Fred Wandrey, '29 On Hundred Seventy-Four DRAMA GRUMPY THIS four-act play, by Horace Hodges and R. Wigney Percyval. was presented by the graduating class of 1930 under the able direction of Miss Flint. Bernard Morton surpassed his former character portrayal in the part of Grumpy, a senile old man with a crusty exterior, but an outstandingly benevolent nature and the keen wit and invincible courage of a Sherlock Holmes. The part of Virginia, Grumpy's granddaughter, was most capably handled by Florence Mueller. Le Roy Luberg made an excellent grandnephew, Ernest Heron. He was very solicitous of his granduncle’s welfare, and gave him the greatest joy he could by winning the hand of Virginia. Grumpy's valet, an austere individual with a warm heart, was most admirably portrayed by Chester Crowell. In fact, the complete cast possessed unusual talent. This play was delightful and was enthusiastically received by the audience. It was commonly agreed that the graduating class presented a play which admirably completed the work in dramatics for the year. CAST OF CHARACTERS Miss FLINT. Director Virginia. Grumpy's granddaughter. . . . Mrs. McLaren........................ Dr. McLaren. ....................... Kihle............................... Susan, the maid..................... Dawson ............................. Ernest Heron. Grumpy's grandnephew Mr. Bullivant. .Grumpy ............ Merridew ........................... Jarvis ............................. Puddock. his valet.................. Mr. Valentine Wolfe................. .....Florence Mueller . . . .Dorothy Johnson .....Charles Hulbert ......Harold Benson Joyce Hawkins Nelson .......Archie Tweit ......LeRoy Luberg .....Bernard Morton . .Martin Abrahamsen ......Don Zwickey .....Chester Crowell ......Raphael Farrell One Hundred Seventy-Six HER STEP-HUSBAND HER STEP-HUSBAND, a thrce-act comedy by Larry E. Johnson, was the first play presented by the College Masquers this year. It was given for the benefit of the Agrifallian Poultry Show. Miss Schlosser. who was in the East attending school last year, returned to her play coaching in admirable style in presenting this play. The entire play was laid in the dining room of Harvey Marshall’s bungalow. The whole play was uproariously funny and exceptionally well produced. Elmer Beran, as Her Step-Husband. was well suited to the character. He was splendid in the part of a young man who gallantly came to the assistance of a lady in distress. Mary Marshall, an incurable romanticist, was charmingly portrayed by Margaret Fox. Margaret is well known for her fine talent and pleasing stage personality. The sedate and dignified old maid aunt was expertly characterized by Margaret Hcllweg. The kind and sympathetic neighbor was played very creditably by Irene Hoel. Evelyn Rhiel most delightfully played the role of Florence Aindec, Mary Marshall’s cousin. The chic, Frcnchic maid, played by Gwcnith Dopkins, won the hearts of the audience. Leslie l.ibakken as an ex-convict and Edward Fischer, a cop, gave much to the production. Miss Schlosser was excellently assisted by Maxine Blain as assistant director. Harry Kotleski in charge of the lighting, and Ryan Laue and Ralph White in care of the properties. CAST OF CHARACTERS Miss Schlosser. Director Harvey P. Marshall. Mary's permanent husband.Claude Tait Dr. Gerald Niles. Mary's husband pro tern......................................Elmer Beran Limpy Lannigan. an ex-convict.............................................Leslie Libakken Officer Shea, a cop.......................................................... Edward Fisher Mary Marshall, an incurable romanticist.....................................Margaret Fox Sylvia Allen, her friend.......................................................Irene Hoel Miss Emily Paisley, her aunt............................................Margaret Hellweg Florence Ainslee. her cousin..................................................Evelyn Rhiel Stella, her maid.........................................................Gwcnith Dopkins One Himditd Stvtnty-Stvtn ONE-ACT PLAYS Miss Schlosser, Director The Kelly Kid A MOST humorous onc-act comedy is to be found in The Kelly Kid.” by Kathleen Norris IX. and Don Totherah. All parts are typical, amusing Irish characters. Byron Holtz, as the Kelly Kid,” was especially outstanding in his interpretation of a poor, little Irish waif who was pursued by the law. The three older, gossipy Irish women were made realistic through the clever work of Rochelle Farrell. Marjorie Gallup, and Marguerite Fitzgerald. Florence Walsh made a very appealing Irish maid who was sympathetic with the Kelly Kid.” and keenly outwitted the officers by aiding Robbie to escape under their very nose. Allan Hocking and Leslie Libakken made excellent officers of the law. even though the culprit did evade them. Mrs. Cahill______ Mrs. Murphy . . Mrs. Callahan . . Ellen Murphy . . Robbie Kelly . . . Officer Hamilton Officer Burns . . . CAST OF CHARACTERS ..............................Marjorie Gallup ..............................Rochelle Farrell .........................Marguerite Fitzgerald ..............................Florence Walsh .................................Byron Holtz .............................Leslie Libakken .................................A1 Hocking The Finger of God 'l''HIS onc-act drama, by Percival Wilde, is a very powerful and touching portrayal of a A man struggling with himself. Strickland, played by Gordon Page, is a man who holds the trust and absolute confidence of many people, but he has a weak spot in his nature, and has made elaborate and painstaking plans to commit a crime. At the last, critical moment a young girl from his office force comes to his home, shows him to himself, and maintains that she still has faith in him. The better character in Strickland overpowers the weaker, and one feels that a great battle has been fought and won within this man. The play was attractively presented. and added just the necessary touch to the other entertaining comedies of the evening. CAST OF CHARACTERS Strickland ........................................Gordon Page Benson ............................................Morris Buskc A Girl....... ............................. Margaret Burkholder Om HarutrtJ SeV niy-Eigk: Many Happy Returns FLORENCE CLAY KNOX'S Many Happy Returns” is a delightful one-act play with many charming, colorful pictures. The scene is laid in the living room of a small, but very smart city apartment. Margaret Haswell, interpreted by Margaret Hellweg. is having her forty-fifth birthday. She is rather inclined to be moody and reminiscent on this day. Her friend. Edith Baxter, played by Maxine Blain. tries to urge her to come with her and forget the past. Edith is afraid that Margaret is thinking too much of the husband from whom she is separated. Margaret is finally left to pursue her own thoughts. Three birthday ghosts come to her. First. Margaret Elizabeth, only ten years old. makes her appearance. Second. Miss Jcnks, Margaret at twenty.comes. She is filled with youth, vivacity, and love. Third. Mrs. Haswell. Margaret at thirty, appears. She is very tired, her face is full of wrinkles, life holds no lure for her. her children claim every minute, and everything else must give place to them. After all these have come and gone, there is a message from her husband. Margaret realizes her blame in their separation, and wires him that she is more than willing to start anew with him. CAST OF CHARACTERS Margaret Haswell. 45 today ..............................Margaret Hellweg Edith Baxter, her friend .....................................Maxine Blain Louise, a maid..........................................:......Ethel Haga Three Birthday Ghosts: Margaret Elizabeth. Margaret at ten................... Pauline Isaacson Miss Jenks. Margaret at twenty............................. Evelyn Rhiel Mrs. Haswell. Margaret at thirty...........................Ruth McIntyre The Flirtation THE FLIRTATION.” a pantomimic comedy by Frank Forrester, is full of laughs and chuckles from start to finish. Pierrette, played by Irma Jensen, invites her husband. Pierrot. Byron Holtz, to sit beside her on the bench in a lovely park. She finally falls asleep, and Columbine. Margaret Hellweg. lures him away from his wife. Pierrette awakens, and finding him gone begins to flirt with Harlequin. Allan Hocking. For a while there seems to be a mix-up.” but in the end Columbine drops Pierrot for Harlequin, and the husband is once more tied to his wife's “apron strings.” CAST OF CHARACTERS Pierrot, a bored husband.........................................Byron Holtz Pierrette, an extremely vigilant wife............................Irma Jensen Columbine, a low but attractive wench.......................Margaret Hellweg Harlequin, something of a sheik...................................AI Hocking One Hundred Seventy-Nine The Elopement of Ellen TPHE ELOPEMENT OF ELLEN” was a three-act play put on for the benefit of the College Masquers. Margaret Fox had complete charge of the play. Margaret has taken an outstanding part in the Masquers’ plays ever since she entered college, so she was most ably qualified to act as a coach. She has directed several one-act plays previous to this. Carvel Morton as Richard Ford, and Evelyn Rhiel as Molly, his bride of six weeks, acted as host and hostess for a week-end party which turned out to be a scene of constant complications and misunderstandings. Two of Ford's week-end guests were Max Ten Eycb and Dorothy March. These parts were taken by Elmer Beran and Irene Hoel. Dorothy Swenson as June Haverhill, or otherwise known as Ellen, the maid, furnishes a surprise for her mistress when she turns out to be a Wellesley College student investigating the servant problem. Her engagement to Robert. Molly's brother, also gives the plot a happy turn. The outstanding character part was played by Allan Hocking, who portrayed John Hume, a very timid rector, who wanted to do the right thing but somehow never seemed capable of doing this. CAST OF CHARACTERS Margaret Fox. Director Richard Ford, a devoted husband............. Molly, his wife............................. Robert. Molly's brother..................... Max Ten Eych. a chum of Robert's........ Dorothy March, engaged to Max............... June Haverhill, from Wellesley College...... John Hume, a very timid rector.............. . .Carvel Morton . . . Evelyn Rhiel . . William Lover . .. .Elmer Beran ...... Irene Hoel Dorothy Swenson . Allan Hocking Owi Hundi 4 Eifhiy Disnw THE DEPARTMENT THE 1930 31 music season has resulted in a decided increase in musical interest at the River Falls State Teachers College. The success of this season has been due partly to the efficient musical instruction and management by the music faculty, and partly to the music minor course which has attracted many musicians to River Falls. The faculty of the music department compares very favorably with the music faculties of any of the northwest colleges offering a music minor course. Professor Marvin D. Geere. head of the vocal department, is a baritone of national reputation, having appeared on the concert stage in most of the larger cities in the United States. As director of the choral groups and vocal teacher. Professor Geere has produced many vocalists of ability. Another musician whose services River Falls is fortunate in obtaining is Miss Cara Wharton, a pianist well-known in this region. As a teacher of technique Miss Wharton excells in piano and organ, while, as a teacher of music theory, she very capably handles such subjects as harmony and counterpoint. Professor William Schliep. head of the instrumental department, completes the music faculty. Not only is he an outstanding instrumental soloist, but also a music director and coach of great ability. Although he is the newest member of the music faculty. Professor Schliep has advanced the instrumental department to the point where it is now one of the best in the state. The music minor course, introduced in River Falls two years ago. has proved quite popular. This course has two divisions, the instrumental minor and the vocal minor. By enrolling in and completing this course a student may. without any neglect of his major course, be capable of directing orchestras, bands, glee clubs, and chamber music groups. Due to the excellent instrumental and choral groups maintained by the college, music students receive exceptional working experience in music while studying at River Falls. The proximity of the teachers college to the Twin Cities makes it possible for all music students to enjoy the musical entertainment afforded by St. Paul and Minneapolis, including concerts by the famous Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra and the greatest concert soloists of the world. MARVIN D. CP.ERE WILLIAM SCHLIEP CARA AMELIA WHARTON One Hundred Highiy-Two THE MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS The Band The college band is composed of about thirty-five student musicians. Although it is not, generally speaking, a concert organization, it is thoroughly capable of handling the more difficult pieces of band literature, as was illustrated several times during the school year. By means of a long rehearsal Tuesday evening of each week and frequent public appearances the band has developed into one of the ,'snappiest,, bands in the State Teachers College Conference. Professor William Schliep. as director of the band, is particularly well adapted for the position. Before coming to River Falls he was a professional musician of excellent reputation in the Twin Cities. In this capacity he acquired a technical knowledge of all musical instruments that is rarely found. This knowledge combined with his ability to conduce makes him an instrumental coach of exceptional ability. The major part of the band’s activities during the school year was in its performance at football and basketball games and at mass meetings. The band obtained new uniforms at the beginning of the year, and their presence at the various athletic activities was received very enthusiastically by everyone. One of the high spots in the band season with is presentation of an excellent assembly program. The band has always been one of the most school-spirited of all of the college organizations, and there is no doubt that the entire student body appreciates this fact. Uttft. Stilt!. Btnrtly. Frazier. Betftmarm Miracle. Btilfuii. Enodahl. St lion. Dthmte. U. FoH du'Ami. Httmmtr. Stapleton. Stendifotd. Peterson. Schulze. Graham. Younggren l.unde. Gtoukrentz. Rodtlift. G. fon. Belt tie. Wihox. Kuu. Gtlo. Snoyenboi. Sehhep (director). Ordal. D. Fou. Pratt. Birhtl. Weydt. Stillman One Hundred F.ighty-Thte, The Orchestra The year 1930-31 proved extremely successful for the college orchestra in that not only was it received with gratifying enthusiasm by the public, but also the technique of the orchestra was greatly improved. This organization consists of thirty-five student musicians augmented by several mature musicians from the vicinity of River Falls who aid not only by their performance. but also by their assistance in developing the younger musicians. The instrumentation represented is very well balanced, presenting a tone even and pleasing in quality. A smaller orchestra is also maintained to furnish music for dramatic presentations, banquets, and vanous school occasions. «... , The orchestra has been under the direction of Professor William Schlicp for the past two years, and the progress that has been made during this time is very satisfactory. 'I wo major concerts were presented during the school year, the first, a concert sponsored by the local Mac-Dowell Club, and the other a concert given at the final evening concert of the annual music contest. The soloist for the first concert was Byron Holtz, pianist, and for the second concert Thomas Runlcle. violinist. The orchestra presented various other programs during the year, among them a popular assembly program. The music studied was very extensive in scope, ranging from the Indian Love Lyrics of Woodforde-Finden to the symphonies of Beethoven. If the orchestra continues in its progress, it will soon be one of the finest concert groups in the state. The Chorus AMONG the choral groups in the college the mixed chorus is probably the most active and outstanding. It is composed of eighty voices, all the singers receiving regular college credit in music for this activity. As director of the chorus, Professor M. D. Geere has proved to be more than a mere director. When it is considered that, prior to coming to River Falls, many of the members of the chorus had had no singing experience, it is a revelation to hear this excellent organization singing some of the finest oratorios in a truly magnificent manner. Professor Geere must be given credit not only for introducing the student singers to the best in oratorio literature but also for developing inexperienced singers into musicians in a manner that might be deemed impossible. The chorus began its season early in the year, presenting during the first term an assembly program of varied numbers. During the course of the year the chorus appeared in formal concert in the Lutheran. Methodist, and Congregational churches in River Falls and in neigh- JueJ. Lundt. Hauon. Enloe. Pet tenon. Ktmie. Reirk. Gerriton. Page. Thompson.. Mooney. Snoyrnboi. Betfemenn Cooke. Morrow. Ritherdton. Chinnotk. H. Si rend. Gian. UiUt. Breed. K Johnton. Hetmenton. Toy tor. G. Si rend. Snoe . Selton Diiien. Kelly. Uyrith. Gertith. Ketbtberh. A. Johnton. Ceel ton. Boerdmen. Hill. l mton. Heye. St. Johnton. Gian Polyer. Deem. Joyet. Holtlrom, Hading. Stc I mutt. Land. Smith. Peine. Grunm. Dentth One Hundred Eifhiy Four boring cities, ending its season with a program of negro spirituals given in assembly. Though the chorus did not make as many public appearances as was hoped, its programs were always received with enthusiasm wherever it appeared. It is apparent that it is to be one of the1 permanent musical organizations of the college, and it is certain that its merit will reflect favorably upon the reputation of the school. The Chamber Music Groups Considerable time has been spent during the past year in the development of chamber music groups, due to the increasing demand for some smaller musical groups. Of these groups the string quartet is the best known. The quartet is composed of Thomas Runkle. first violin: Elaine Christianson, second violin: Robert Davce. viola, and Byron Bctterly, cello. The performance of a string quartet is generally recognized as one of the most difficult types of ensemble 'music for the reason that, as there is no leader, perfect undersanding and co-ordination must exist among all the musicians. In order to achieve this end the college string quartet has been active since its organization two years ago. During this time it has acquired a considerable repertoire and created a hitherto uncxisting demand for string quartet music in this vicinity. The instrumental trio, composed of Professor William Schlicp, clarinet. Robert Davee. viola, and Byron Holtz, piano, is one of the newer chamber music groups to be introduced into the college. The quality of the music produced by this combination is very pleasing and the trio was accorded a cordial reception wherever it appeared. The instrumental quartet has the distinction of being the most unique of the chamber music groups. The quartet is composed of Mr. Benjamin Sumney. flute: Professor William Schliep. clarinet: Thomas Runkle. violin, and Byron Bctterly. cello. This combination of instruments is seldom found, there existing but a few instrumental quartets in the entire Northwest, and the music produced is of a very original and quaint character. Although the appearances made by the quartet were few. it always offered a delightful episode in any program. One Hundred F.ifhiyFive M. Betterley, M. Foss. Pratt. D. Foss. R. Nelson. Stillman. Plourde. Christenson. Haga. Holtz. Taller Rankle. B. Betterley. Callup, Hill. Sutton. R. Bet ter ley, Mrs. R. Betterley Klep. Pedersen. Hagg. Kraus. Sabin THE MUSIC CONTEST A GREAT stimulus to musical interest and development in western Wisconsin has been given by the annual music contest conducted by Mr. Geere. This year the seventh event of this kind took place April 23 and 24. with twenty-five high schools and more than twelve hundred contestants entering. New features of interest were the display of musical instruments by W. J. Dyer and Brother of St. Paul, and the band marching contest, in which fifteen bands in uniform displayed their skill in marching and playing. The final concert given by the college orchestra with Thomas Runkle as soloist, and the prize winners was one of the finest musical events of the year. CHRISTIANSON DAVEE RUNKLE BETTERLY One Hundred Eighty-Six PUBLICATIONS THE STUDENT VOICE LEONARD WARNER THE STAFF Leonard Warner...........................Editor-in-Chief ARNO DitTBRENNER.........................Associate Editor George Strand ) _ . LAWRENCE SEEKINS f.......................Bus,ness Managers NEWS DEPARTMENT Orvis Olson Ethel Haga Hazel Barber John Thompson Walter Beebe Raymond Penn Marie Johnson Leone Pitsch Earl Sumner Darrel Metcalf LITERARY DEPARTMENT Mrs. Ellen Carlson Jean McIntyre Ella Polgar Rachel Beard Ila Johnson Myrtle Cotts SPECIAL WRITERS ALBERT HANNEMANN DAGMAR PEDERSEN Adele Deans SPORTS WRITER David Johnston DISTRIBUTING MANAGERS Seward Neilson Van Cartwright ■ George Strand ADVERTISING MANAGERS James Deringer Royal Anderson Donald Parish FACULTY ADVISORS Richard B. Eide Maude L. Barr RICHARD B. EIDE MAUDE L. BARR One Hundred Eighty-Eight THE STUDENT VOICE THE STUDENT VOICE, a school newspaper published weekly by the students of the college, has as its primary aim the publication of news that is news and news that the students of the college want. The editorial policy of the STUDENT VOICE is to advance school spirit, to boost worth while organizations, and to help make River Falls supreme in every field of endeavor, including all forms of sports, debate, dramatics, and scholarship. THE VOICE., in addition to its college circulation, has an outside circulation approximating two hundred. For this reason it has also been the policy of the editorial staff of the VOICE to include any information in each publication which would be of interest to alumni or potential students at River Falls. The publication is supported by a subscription fee paid by the students when they buy their activity fee. Additional money is raised by means of advertising in which the merchants and professional men of the city give a very hearty support. The staff of 1930-31 boasts of having published its scheduled thirty issues without missing, having the paper out on the scheduled day. A special edition containing eight pages was published during the week of Homecoming. According to records this is the largest publication ever issued by any staff at the local college. Monthly social activities made the STUDENT VOICE staff a group of collegians who played together as well as worked together. The climax of all social affairs was the picnic held on April 20. More than thirty people attended the gala affair. Early in the year the staff re-christened itself and became known as the Press Club. Mr. Hide was its advisor up until Christmas, and when he left for California, the faculty supervision was taken over by Miss Maude Barr. A write-up on the STUDENT VOICE would not be complete without mentioning the good work of the printer. The mechanical work this year was done by Carroll Grubb, a former student at the college. Mr. Grubb on several occasions worked until far into the night in order that the school paper might be out on time. Demi. Con i. Andeiton. Stekint. SI clause. Carlton Paiiih. Head. Beebe. Diltbrenner. Void. Deringtr. U. Jobtuon Ha . Barr (aduitor). Warner (editor). Strand (buiineu menage:). Polgar. I. Johaon One Hundred Eight-Nine EARLE SANFORD LEO KRUEGER THE 1931 MELETEAN Editor-in-Chief Earle Sanford Business Manager Leo Krueger Faculty Advisor Maud A. Latta Associate Editor Margaret Kelly Athletic Editor Raymond Penn MAUD A. LATTA One Hundred Ninety MARVIN PRATT Art Marvin Pratt Assistant Editor Charles Freeman Women's Athletics Clarice Olson RAYMOND PENN Music Thomas Runkle Drama Margaret Burkholder Freshman Representative Alice Bartosh Typist DAGMAR PEDERSEN MARGARET KELLY One Hundred Ninety-On CLARICE OLSON CHARLES FREEMAN DAGMAR PEDERSEN THE publication of the 1931 MELETEAN marks the twentieth anniversary of the college annual at River Falls. As the school has grown with the years, so the book has grown in size and scope. In 1928 it became a member of the National Scholastic Press Association and was given first class honor rating in the college class that year. In 1930 it moved into the All-American class, receiving a rating of 945 out of a possible 1.000 points. After such an accomplishment the staff of 1931 feels the undertaking of a publication of equal merit a real responsibility. For our theme we have chosen our own state, and have tried to picture some of the most interesting episodes in Wisconsin history in our introductory pages and some of her mo outstanding industries elsewhere in the book. The success of our work we leave to your judgment. If you are not satisfied with the book, our efforts have failed. If. however, you arc pleased, your thanks most go to Miss Latta. who his so generously given her time in building and planning this book to meet your expectations. It is with the deepest appreciation of her efforts that we. the staff, present this 1931 MELETEAN to the students and faculty of our school. . The Editor MARGARET BURKHOLDER THOMAS RUNKLE ALICE BARTOSH 0 4 HuvJhJ Sintty-Tn'o P,,PUI,H tu0 S1H9IUH9IH HOMECOMING OCTOBER brings with it not only 3 wealth of color and crisp, cool weather, bat football days. and. most especially, the annual Homecoming. Young and old. large and small alike, all are excited and gay during this season. Preparations begin early. Representatives from the various class organizations and social organizations in college arc selected to comprise the general Homecoming Committee. From this committee branch committees are formed to carry on the various lines of work. It has been a custom for many years for the freshmen to decorate Main Street, and the sophomores. Cascade Avenue. This year the freshmen further distinguished themselves by painting a huge white R” on the side of a mound at some distance east of the athletic field. This loomed bright and high to the gaze of all for miles around. On Friday night a great pep fest is always held in the auditorium of North Hall. There is excitement everywhere: a kind of glorious restlessness and enthusiasm seems to fill the very souls of the participants. This is the night when old grads and old friends arc reunited. Many of the old football captains return to contribute their advice and their hopes to the crowd and to the players in the big game on the morrow. There is much reference to the traditional River Falls spirit and what it accomplished in the “good old days.” Oim Handled Sintty-Four HOMECOMING Following this inspiring mass meeting comes the big torchlight parade, in which everyone joins, led by fellows carrying torches. This parade terminates at the Homecoming bonfire where everyone joins in the shouts and yells and finally in the singing of the Pledge Song. On Saturday morning there is the annual float parade which includes floats representing the various campus organizations, not excluding the classes. Prizes are given as awards for the best comic float and for the most attractive of the floats of the more serious type. The football game, the big event of the Homecoming celebration, is played Saturday afternoon. The return of the old grads and the attendance of many rooters of the opposing team, together with the regular River Falls rooters adds to the enthusiastic cheering tremendously and gives zest to the players. Following the game the G. O. P. sisters celebrate their reunion at a seven o'clock banquet and the football fellows gather together at a reunion banquet also. These banquets arc preliminary to the important social event of the day. the Homecoming dance. The entire celebration culminates in this joyful, festive affair. This also marks the end of another happy Homecoming reunion. One Hundred Ninety-Fin THE 1930 PROM MAY! What glorious events come in that month, and among them the annual Junior Promenade. The Junior Prom of 1930 was very new and different both in the decorations and in the color scheme. The entire atmosphere was conceived to represent modern air scenes. Airplanes and balloons in a variety of realistic colors and hues were suspended from the ceiling. A roof-like appearance was effected for the ceiling decorations by the use of shaded hues of orange, the colors passing from brilliant orange through shades less dense in hue to pale yellow. Streamers of these colors were twisted and fastened in such a way as to suggest a sunny canopy. The entire wall around the hall was decorated with air scenes done in black on a blue background. These sketches were so arranged as to give the idea of a trip around the world. One was given an air view of a leading city in practically every country. Charming little dance programs in shades of orange and in the form of propellers added to the delight of the occasion. Carvel Morton as prom king and Myrtle Mattson as prom queen led the grand march. Oat 11 undr eJ Sintiy'Six THE G. O. P. FORMAL TUB annual G. O. P. Winter Formal, coming somewhat later than usual this year, was held in the South Hall gym on February twenty-first. Amid a most charming setting of colonial days the dancers mingled. The colonial atmosphere was effectively carried out through the quaintness of the silhouettes of old-fashioned men and women which formed the wall decorations, combining colonial atmosphere with modernistic art. At one end of the hall stood a red brick fireplace in whose hearth an artificial fire burned most realistically. A very unique old-fashioned well of gray cobble stones attractively set at one side of the room served as the quaintest of punch booths, while four young ladies dressed in colonial garb served as punch maidens. At 8:45 the guests were received in the social room by Lura Ross, president of the organization. Earle Sanford. Miss Greene. President J. H. Ames. Regent and Mrs. J. H. Grimm. Maxine Blain. Edwin Warwick. Ruth Robinson. Carlton Schultz. Gretchen Grimm, and Erlin Bergemann. The faculty chaperones were: Miss Greene. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Hill, and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Klandrud. In addition to the local group of G. O. P.’s there were many of the alumnae members who returned. One Hundred Ninety-Seven THE MASQUERADE ' 1 'HIS year the Student Social Committee re-vived a former annual event which in the past had been much enjoyed at River Palls but had been discontinued—the masquerade ball. An active interest was the response throughout the school, not only among the gay co-eds and college sheiks, but among members of the faculty as well. The party was held in the North Hall gym. The fellows came dressed in various costumes. sober and fantastic. The girls represented every conceivable style of dress from colonial gowns to overalls. At 8:45. while the happy groups promenaded around the gym. the judges selected the winning costumes. Ten prizes were awarded. Ella Polgar. in Japanese dress, ranked first as the best dressed girl: second. Marjorie Gallup who represented a — colonial lady. Lillian Keilholtz received first as LLA penn the best dressed man: second. Orvis Olson. In the couple costumes Clarice Olson and Ben Patterson in cowboy outfits won first award: second prize was given to the Puritan couple. Evelyn Volla and Raymond Penn. In the groups of three, a trio of girls in pirate costumes won first: second was awarded to a trio of fellows in convict garb. In the larger groups five fellows dressed as women were given first prize, second being won by a group of four girls in colonial dress. The party was such a success that it is hoped the Social Committee will repeat it next year. THE R” CLUB FORMAL � HE third annual “R” Club formal was held this year on April II. This is which is getting better and bringing back more alumni each year. At fifty or more couples present were old grads, among whom were Bud ' Hunt who traveled across the state to attend. It seems to be fulfilling its purpose is to bring back our former athletes and to have them meet the present performers on Falls athletic squads. The formal is strictly confined to fellows connected with some branch of college athletics and their guests. Any man who has been out working with a squad in basketball, baseball, or football is eligible to attend. Cheer leaders and managers are also invited, and invitations are sent out to former athletes and the athletic council. Members in charge were fortunate in securing Clem” and his Gold Coast Orchestra to supply the music. They pleased everyone. The decorations consisted of a pennant-dad wall and a balloon ceiling. Balloons were let down at intervals, and dancers went into the artful game of balloon breaking. Scblicbt and Warwick had charge of the punch which kept the guests pleasingly refreshed throughout the evening. The formal has become an important event in the school’s social program and is looked forward to each year by the student and alumni athletes. Bartosh PETERSON One Handled Xinttu-Eighi PEP MEETINGS 7ITH an enthusiastic student ' body, once more the team is given a rousing send-off—this time to La Crosse, with a fighting spirit that can only be created by the realization that the entire student body is earnestly anxious to see another victory for River Falls. Whenever a River Falls athletic team travels to other colleges of conference competition, it is a traditional practice for the students of the school to stage an extemporaneous mass meeting as the bus filled with players leaves the campus. From the first sound of football in the fall until the last echoes of basketball had died in the gymnasium, the student body maintained a spirit of enthusiasm and pep characteristic of the River Falls school spirit. Before each home conference game of football or basketball an all-school pep meeting was held in order that our teams might realize the entire school was behind them as they entered their clashes with other teams. The impression made by the singing of the pledge song as the team members march from the auditorium is not only one of temporary spirit but one which will long be remembered by every student with the true River Falls spirit. Through the efforts of the Masquers and the G. O. P.. and with the co-operation of the college band, the programs of the pep meetings proved to be very entertaining with the various stunts and music, as well as a means of expressing our desire for the team’s success. DEBATE TRIPS OF course the only way to relieve the unemployment situation is to create jobs for the unemployed: let us not give unscientific relief in the form of unemployment insurance as advocated by the affirmative. Here we see the negative team posing on one of the debate trips of the year. Needless to say. they are in perfect harmony with the policy advocated on the Throughout the year our debate teams met with various colleges in preparatory trial debates before the conference season opened. Although most of these debates were non-decisional. they afforded valuable practice for the members of the teams in debating before audiences and in meeting new debate cases. It was of course the duty of the alternate on these trips to prepare himself for his future duties. To shine the shoes of the debaters, to furnish them always with a supply of freshly sharpened pencils. and to carry their baggage were only a few of the details of his daily program. These duties as well as the necessity of bejng prepared to debate in any position on the team on a few minutes' notice necessarily require that the person filling the position of alternate be resourceful and efficient. 'Phis year each team made one trip engaging in practice debates. The affirmative travelled through southern Wisconsin and Minnesota debating four colleges on their journey. The negative met Stevens Point. Lawrence College girls' team. Milwaukee, and Marquette on a trip through eastern Wisconsin. One Hundred Ninety-Hint RURAL STUDENTS IN THE FIELD STUDENTS in the department of rural education are given observation in the training department of the teachers college and practice in the rural practice schools. Each practice school is in charge of teachers who are particularly capable of guiding the young teachers in their new work. Here critics not only instruct the cadets in academic work but also in the art of handling community affairs. The classes of each practice teacher are at all times observed and criticized by the critic in charge. The practice work has been so arranged that each student will do his entire practice work in one of the rural schools. Four students are placed in each district for six weeks of either fall, winter, or spring term. Each student lives in the district where he does his practice for six weeks. There he has ample time to become accustomed to rural home conditions as well as the work of the rural school. Most of the first week is spent in observing the critic teacher who has charge of the school. By the end of the second week most of the classes are taught by the cadets. Each student teacher gets practice in all grades. One week each student has entire charge of the register, ventilation, opening exercises, drawing, and penmanship. The recess periods are so divided that each cadet has some practice in playground supervision each day. Each student writes a complete plan for the lessons of each class. Practice was given this year at Liberty Hill, Centerville, Forestville. and Fairview. Two of these schools are in Pierce County and two are in St. Croix County. Liberty Hill is located two and one-half miles east of River Falls. It is a modern and convenient school with thirteen pupils enrolled. The teacher in charge is Miss Avis Nichols, a critic well versed in the art of teaching in rural schools. Practice was given in this school for the entire nine months. Practice teachers here enjoyed their work, including the harmonica club and frequent visits of students from college. The following students practiced at Liberty Hill: First group. Florence Woods. Leora Smith. Gladys Timmerman, and Margaret Wilcoxon: second group. Marion Kircher, Sylvia Fuller. Edward Two Hundred RURAL STUDENTS IN THE FIELD Klecker. and James Mulheron; third group. Cynthia Jerry. Irene Sicard. Minnie Horman. and Mabel Larson: fourth group. Grace Reitz. Ethel Ginsbach. Bernice Schultz, and Katherine Slater: fifth group. Orval Iverson. Bernard Belisle. and Lawrence Seekins: sixth group. Catherine Polk. Irene Falde, and Vera Ostness. Centerville, another of the practice schools, is located near the village of Centerville in St. Croix County, twelve miles from River Falls. Centerville is a large school having thirty-six students, which enables the cadet to get plenty of practice in each grade. Mrs. Josephine Stinson, critic at Centerville, is one of the most capable teachers of St. Croix County, having had several years of experience. Here students are given thorough and systematic training while at practice. The following students practiced at Centerville: First group. Dorothy Gaustad. Inez Solstad. Elsie Lewis, and Lucile Oberding: second group, Isobel Mills. Hazel Barber. Alta Wabaschall and Marjorie Donovan: third group. Blanche Stockwell. Bernice Shellito. Lucile Sweitzer. and Anne Vik: fourth group. Elizabeth Herum. Florence Van Ruden. Darrel Metcalf and Van Cartwright: fifth and last group. Susan Belbeck. Alice Knerr. Anne and Kathryn Johnson. Forestville. a new practice school, is located in Pierce County, eight miles from River Falls. The students total twenty-eight. Mrs. Tillie Healy is the critic in charge. She has had a wide variety of experience and enjoys working with the practice teachers. Practice was begun in this practice school after Christmas. Floy Anderson. Emily Mallon, Rose Lundgren, and Eileen Martin were the first practice teachers at Forestville. Florence Lundgren, Myrtle Foote, Marcus Koosman, and Eldon Anderson were in the last group. Fairview school is also located in Pierce County, eleven miles from River Falls. Miss Pearl Floody is the teacher. Fairview has been fortunate in having had Miss Floody as teacher for the past six years and the students are especially favored by the opportunity of practicing in her school. Practice was begun in February and continued through April. The first group consisted of Florence Williams, Hilda Schreiber, Emmett Frazier, and Stanley Birkel: the second group, Mary Hcnnessy, Ardis Daniels. Agnes Kuntz, and Rosalia Leisz. Two Hundred One IF PERCY Clapp, coach of the Green Wave, could be believed, the Milwaukee team must have engaged the entire medical force of Milwaukee and a corps of nurses equal to that of the Mayo hospitals to take care of their casualities in football this season: but we must admit that they play a plenty clever wheelchair brand of football. The SOPHS, disgusted with the popularity of the incoming frosh. determined to squelch them for once and all. An ultimatum forbidding the yearlings to do everything but eat and breathe for a week was issued. The frosh soon showed that they were no cowards. With the assurance of every prof in school that he would back them to the last ditch the newcomers defied every clause of the threat. To make things uniform a law should be passed to make all future freshmen into sophomores. That should free the troubled minds of all concerned from further worry. Two Hundred Two MANY A hard tackle has been made on old Ramer Field during the hard fought battles of the 1930 season. But perhaps none was so breathtaking as when Mocco Kingston, our burly tackier, connected with Sieg.” Eau Claire’s outstanding offering. His verbal agonies could easily have been heard half way around the globe. Our ASSEMBLY should not be compulsory. The programs are so interesting that the students would gladly attend even if admission were charged. The announcements alone would be well worth the price of admission. Who is there who does not enjoy hearing that the Agrifallian is going to hold its regular meeting or that the G. O. P. is to have a candy sale? However, the big attraction is the outside entertainers. They bring back many fond memories with their little stories. We like to remember how hard we laughed the first time we heard the jokes. Two Htsndrtd Thttt ESSflfl NOTHING seems to give the students the rousing send-off and put that spirit of determination into them like a few peppy yells. Certainly our corps of cheer leaders must be congratulated on the way they opened the assembly programs during football season. In many cases, perhaps, the 10:45 classes would have been more enthusiastic if the cheers had come at the end of the assembly period. At THE GAME also, quite as essential as a winning team are a few enthusiastic cheer leaders, who are continually pushing and encouraging pep when the dark moments occur. This year was certainly no exception. Every game found these people, clad in their distinguished attire, doing their bit to cheer the student body on to victory. Tico Hundred Four It WAS THE PROFS this year who went into a huddle at exam sprang a new shoe string play, sweeping the opposing students off with their tactics. Even Mr. Bowden recognized the disadvantage o crowded classroom and by a process of elimination caused many freshman to resort to his favorite alibi, “sore eyes.” THE DEBATES this year had an exceptionally good turnout. Each debate was given before a packed house of thirty or forty students, townspeople, and faculty members. Some went to meet the girl friend, some because it was as cheap to sleep there as at home, but one person confessed under cross-examination that he went to hear the debate. time and their feet f an over a weary Two Hundred Five NEVER BEFORE has the college library had such a successful financial year: perhaps because it has been run on a strictly cash basis. It was not an uncommon occurrence for some student to have his nose buried so deeply in a difficult reference book as to forget the periods as they sped swiftly by and neglect to ask the librarian for the extra time on the book, and then have a ten cent fine imposed on him as a penalty for having a one-track mind. The librarian’s problem was to find out where all those five, ten and twenty dollar bills came from: then we say students worry over business depression. ALONG IN THE middle of the winter some of our aspiring Joe collegers decided to become very kowlegiate. The outcome of it all was that they blossomed out in trousers of color somewhere between cream and cheese. Many a feminine heart was caused to flutter as some tall, dark and handsome boy swept past with his campus cords. These pants served a multitude of purposes. Along with the covering of gangling shins from the public view, they could be used for advertising, grain sacks, laundry bags, and homes for blind mice. Two HunJud Sis On THE NIGHT of March 20, a great catastrophe descended on the campus. By a process of deduction and elimination the imported Sherlock Holmes came to the conclusion that $350 of the tournament receipts had been mysteriously spirited away by some unknown person or persons. The third degree was practiced thoroughly, the favorite question being, Where were you on the night of March 20, 1931? Answer ‘yes’ or ‘no.'” The faculty genially donated the sum of $95 to change the campus from a miniature underworld back to the drab, college routine. To THE UNDERCLASSMEN and faculty graduation seems to be the attainment of an eagerly sought end, but to the learned (or should be. if he is not) senior it is just another worry. Here he has spent four years wholeheartedly preparing himself for his future career, and a gaze at the employment bulletin indicates his services are not so much in demand. The teaching field this year seems already crowded: perhaps a few of us may actually have to go to work. Two Hundred Seven To thee, River Falls, we pledge all our love, And to thy banner floating above. May we in passing add just a gem, To shine forever in thy diadem. Two Hundred Eight