University of Wisconsin Superior - Gitche Gumee Yearbook (Superior, WI)

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Report of Amendment Committee.—The committee on amendments reported favorably on the following: To amend article V, section 3,'of the constitution, to read as follows: “The several contestants shall send six typewritten copies of their orations to the secretary of the League, at least three weeks before the annual contest. Copies of said orations shall be bound in such a uniform manner, and printed on such uniform paper, as shall be prescribed by the secretary. One copy shall be kept on file by the secretary; one copy shall be sent to each of the judges, as directed in article IV, section 5, of this constitution. Failure to comply with the above conditions shall disqualify the school he represents from participation in the annual contest of the League.” Report accepted, recommendations adopted. Moved and carried that the local associations of the several normal schools be notified of the offices in this League to which they arc entitled for the year 1908-1909. Moved and carried that the treasurer be instructed to send a personal check to Mr. Brier of River Falls, for the amount remitted by him, and that the balance due River Falls be sent to the treasurer of their association. On motion the meeting adjourned. JUDGES. Prof. Rollo L. Lyman, Madison; Dr. Charles M. Jordan, Minneapolis; Hon. L. M. Clausen, Washburn; Hon. John M. True, Baraboo; Supt. R. B. Dudgeon, Madison. officers for 1908-1909. President, Earl Spcrbcck, Oshkosh; vice-president, Ena Sumnicht, Stevens Point; secretary, B. J. Dickson, Superior; treasurer, Dean Smith, River Falls. orations, 1908. “A Type of True Womanly Greatness,” Jennie Hogan, Superior. “The Rights of Man,” John O’Keefe, River Falls. “The Crucible of the Nations,” Bert N. Wells, Oshkosh. ‘‘The Rising Star of the Orient,” James R. Wallin, Plattcville. 'Flic Menace of Corporate Monopoly,” Guy E. Carlcton, Stevens Point. The Destiny of Our Republic,” Henry N. Belgum, Milwaukee. Egoism vs. Altruism,” Easton Johnson, Whitewater. RANKINGS OF JUDGES. Superior ...90 100 100 98 98 3 1-6 1 Oshkosh ...97 98 96 100 100 3 1-12 2 Plattcville ...100 90 94 96 85 19-10 3 Stevens Point .. ...98 84 98 90 80 1 10-21 4 Whitewater ...94 96 97 94 90 1 11-30 5 River Falls . ... ...95 92 95 92 92 1 1-5 6 Milwaukee . ... ...88 84 92 93 77 0 167-210 7 Vive Ii. Young, Secretary. PACE TWENTY-EIGHT

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for men of the mental calibre and moral courage of a Lincoln; men who not only keep abreast of their time, but who blaze the way for progress; men fit to mould the destiny of a nation. Under the guidance of such leaders, the future greatness of our republic is assured. This, indeed, will continue to be the Land of Promise, the refuge of the oppressed and downtrodden of all nations; a place of opportunity, where the humblest may, by energy and application, rise to positions of trust and honor; a place where democracy permeates the whole structure of society; a place where aristocracy and caste arc unknown, where all are equally free and independent. May this always be as true in the future as it has been in the past. Then our nation will forever remain an inspiration to the millions who are struggling for freedom in their own lands—an embodiment of their highest ideals of justice and liberty. Business fKeeting Business convention of the Inter-Normal Oratorical League, held at Superior, Wis., March 20, 1908. Meeting called to order by President Winter. The following committee on credentials was appointed: Ellis N. Calcf, Paul Spencer, George Wchrwcin. Recess. Report of the Committee on Credentials.—The committee reported favorably on the credentials of the following: Burford M. Gilc, Whitewater; Ben A. Arncson, Whitewater; John W. Warnc, Plattcvillc; George Cleary, Plattcvillc; Jennie Hogan, Superior; Ellis N. Calcf, Superior; George Wchrwcin, Oshkosh; Garret A. Stelsel, Oshkosh; Henry N. Bclgum, Milwaukee; Robert Haukhol, Milwaukee; Paul Spencer, River Falls; Charles Sakrison, River Falls; Anna Hanson, Stevens Point; Robert Morrison, Stevens Point. Report accepted. Committee on constitutional amendments appointed: Ben A. Arncson, Robert Haukhol, Robert Morrison. Committee on printing appointed: John W. Warnc, Garret A. Stelsel, Burford M. Gilc. Recess. Report of Committee on Printing.—The committee on printing reported that no bids had been made for the contest number. Report accepted. Moved and carried that the “Gitchc Gurnee,” of Superior, be allowed to print the minutes of this meeting, and the orations, pictures of orators and officers. PAGE TWENTY-SEVEN

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©ratoricciC Contest The evening of March 20, 1908, will long be a brilliant spot in our annals. The Grand Opera House, gay with innumerable pennants and streamers of the seven Normal School colors, and packed with an excited, cheering, singing, banner-waving crowd, was the scene of the Inter-Normal oratorical contest, in which Miss Jennie Hogan of the Superior Normal won first place. Before the program began, the- adherents of the different schools vented their enthusiasm with good-natured rivalry. River Falls had a lively delegation with a splendid red and white banner and flaunting pennants. They held their own valiantly, altho the Stevens Point crowd, in two purple and gold trimmed boxes, cheered vigorously on one side. Oshkosh evidently thot that music hath charms, as she had sent a delegation armed with yellow banners and a good song. Whitewater and Plattevillc made themselves heard in an effective manner. Both schools had good bands, which took turns in adding to the enthusiasm. Milwaukee was represented by a small but spirited party of three, who did their best to show their loyalty. Miss Fitzgerald of our own school was loyal as well as courteous, as she wore a big yellow chrysanthemum in her hair for us, and green and white for Milwaukee, in whose box she sat, being a graduate of that school. The program was opened by a short and pleasing address from Otto Winter of River Falls, the president of the Association. Song—“Fleeting Days” (Bailey)....................................Choral Club Oration—“A Type of True Womanly Greatness”.............Jennie Hogan, Superior Oration—“The Rights of Man”.........................John O’Keefe, River Falls Oration—“The Crucible of the Nations”...............Bert N. Wells, Oshkosh Solo—Selected..........................................Miss Bessie Jones, River Falls Oration—“Star of the Orient”.......................James R. Wallin, Plattevillc Oration—“The Menace of Corporate Monopoly”... .Guy E. Carlcton, Stevens Point Solo—Selected...............................................Claude Z. Lusc Oration—“The Destiny of Our Republic”...........Henry N. Belguin, Milwaukee Oration—“Egoism vs. Altruism”.....................Easton Johnson, Whitewater Song—“A Spanish Romance” (Sawycr-Lyncs)..........................Choral Club Besides the fact that Miss Hogan won such honors for the school, she achieved great personal distinction, being the only girl in the contest, and winning against able rivals. In addition to the merits of her oration, Miss Hogan added greatly to her chances of victory by her charming poise and case in delivery. In spite of the fact that she spoke first, the interest and pleasing impression produced remained in the minds of her hearers. After the last number the cheering and singing was resumed with almost greater vigor. The schools cheered generously for one another, and a most inspiring feature of the event was the splendid spirit of friendly rivalry, courtesy, and loyal enthusiasm on the part of all. When the president of the Association at last announced the momentous decision, we know what happened, and others will have to stretch their imaginations. Our girl was escorted on to the stage, carrying yellow flowers, and received the triumph she so justly deserved. PACK TWENTY-NINE