Victory Township High School - Echo Yearbook (Roanoke, IL)

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R. V. H. S. out the main things in life, and introduced many jokes which helped to make the subject clearer. One of these was of Charles, the city lad, who on going to his Grandfather 's sheep ranch, took a group of Jack Rabbitts for sheep. Rev. Roe stated the fact that people, who get the larger views of life, are those who succeed, a statement, which has proved to be true in many cases. MR. SMITH Mr. Smith, who gives music instructions in Roanoke and the neighboring towns gave a talk 'l'ue.s. noon, Dec. 10th. He discussed the different points of music, bringing out the fact that the first records of it date back to about 2277 B. C. He also showed how inspiring music is, and that almost any organization has an orchestra. These facts along with many other statements made the speech very inter- esting. , nn. WALLACE In his speech Dr. Wallace talked about his trip to Yellowstone National Park, which in his estimation is the most interesting place he ever visited. He described the various geysers and hot springs, whichare present. He told us of the handkerchief pool, which is located on the westyside of a hot spring. If a dirty cloth is dropped into this pool, it will be as clean, as though it was laundered. In connection with these points many other things were discussed, which made the speech very interesting. CHARLES YECK The History of Our Countyu' Mr. Yeck, supervisor of our town, came up to the school on Nov. 2 and gave a talk on the history of the county. He told how the townships were formerly numbered instead of named, and how the elections were held. He also explained the process of surveying, which the people earlier, knew little about. Roanoke Township known as Township 27, was called Range 1 West. A very interesting point Mr. Yeck brought out was how Roanoke Town- ship received its nanze from the ininzigrants, who had settled here, coming from Roanoke. Virginia. He also brought out the fact, how things have changed in the last thirty years or so, and showed the contrast of how there is a great distinction between the people. We all found that his speech was very interesting as well as valuable. REV. FR. OSCAR FRIES The Rev. Fr. Oscar Fries of the St. Joseph's church, gave us a talk on his trip to Sante Fe, New Mexico, where he was called the 25th of February, 1924. PAGE FORTY-THREE

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ECHO REVEREND WEST Rev. West, from Mt. Morris gave us a very interesting talk, Friday morn- ing, Sept. 6, during opening exercise. He told us about the college, which is located at the center of Mt. Morris, and the printing plant, which is the largest in the world. They employ 300 people. MR. PETTIGREW Talks on the Newspaper - Mr. Pettigrew talked to us on Nov. 2, on the newspaper. He explained the different parts of a newspaper, and although perhaps, not all were under- stood, it was interesting. He also told us the work of a reporter, from the time when he gathers the notes, until the paper is delivered to the subscriber. The paper goes through several processes before it is completed, thus enabling the work of a newspaper man, never to be finished. When one copy is com- pleted, work is immediately started on the next. This speech imparted valuable information as well as being very interesting. CONGRESSMAN FUNK We felt quite fortunate in having been able to secure Congressman Funk, to come to the high school and give us a talk. He gave a very interesting talk on the Burial of the Unknown Soldier and the Sinking of the Iowa. Mr. Funk told how the body of the Unknown soldier was brought to Washington, where it was paid tribute for loyalty and bravery. He explained how at this time, there was also an unknown body, both in France and Great Britain. The body was taken to the Arlington Cemetery, where men of the navy and army, and such men as William Bryant were buried. Here it has since been visited by many people. MR. WHEELWRIGHT Trip to California Mr. Wheelwright gave a talk on his trip to California on Oct. 26th. He told many interesting things, bringing out the contrast between the diferent physical features in Illinois, and those of the western states He also told about the schools, which are much more elaborate there, than here, and brought out the idea about the different departments in the grade school. Another point he explained, was that of the crops, which greatly in- terests the Eastern tourists. In the conclusion of his speech he brought out the idea that California and the other western states look the prettiest in the winter. which i, hx ti .- to see the scenery. A REVEREND ROE Rev. Roe appeared before the high school this morning, Jan. 7th and gave a talk on Life and It 's Surroundings. It was very interesting as he brought PAGE FORTY - TWO

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ECHO The main point he brought out was the discussion about the Indians, who live in Pueblo. 1 This was indeed intensely interesting as he described their different habits and customs, also telling about their homes. One fact, which seemed rather queer, was that the Indians would allow no one to take pictures unless a small fee was paid. He also explained how the different pottery is made. funior-Senior Frolic Instead of the classic banquet, the Seniors of 25 were welcomed to a Frolic at the R. V. H. S. gym April 30th. For this occasion the gym made its appearance as a comfortable living room with a canopy roof of red and white. The surprise of the evening came when the Wilsonian quartette from Peoria was introduced. 'Their frequent numbers during the evening delighted the audience of Seniors, Faculty and Juniors. - A delectable plate lunch was served, after which in the name of the Junior class, Mary Frances Helmuth presented each girl with a corsage of Sweet peas and Kilarney roses and the boys with bottonieres. Patty Makes Things Hum Cast of Characters Captain Braithwaite .,...........................,........................................ Sam De Signe Captain Little ...,................... ......... E ugene Zimmerman Mr. Greene ............ .......... ................... V i ctor Blunier Mr. Smith ......... ..................... I4 'rank Sand Mrs. Greene ........ .......,............ A nna Schuler Mrs. Smith ..........., .,,...... A nnabelle, Schulthes Patty ...............,,........................ .............,. V erna Pfister Helen Braithwaite ..,...,..... ........ A rwilla Bloom , Hope Dunbar .....,....................................,.................................,....... Viola Gudeman Hyacinth ............................................................. z ........................................... Nettie Beer The Senior class made its initial appearance early in the school year. October 30, 1925. The play, Patty Makes Things Hum, given under the direction of Miss Nelle A. Moore, pleased a very large audience, and drew forth much praise. i Patty, as interpreted by Verna Pfister, put her usual vim into the pro- duction, and Made'things hum in deed as well as in word. Her sister Mrs. Greene, whose part was ably played by Anna Schuler, made an ideal hostess. Who expects a hostess to have a reliable set of nerves before a dinner party? Not Mrs. Greene 's friends, for Mrs. Smith, as played by Annabelle Schulthcs, proved, to be a very sympathetic friend and helper, while Hyacinth, as in- terpreted by Nettie Beer, demonstrated her knowledge of how to handle a husband efficiently. PAGE FORTY- FOUR