Watkins Glen High School - Senecan Oracle Yearbook (Watkins Glen, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 58 of the 1905 volume:

WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL 'University of the State ot IHcw jlforli. WATKINS HIGH © © SCHOOL THE ORACLE Pu blished by THE CLASS OF 1905. DEDICATED TO Frances mac Dowell, b. s. PAT RON S A I NT WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL 1905 Oracle Staff sm EDITOR IN CHIEF. ALBERT F. FORBES. Beatrice Coleman Helen N. Abbey Bula Howard E. Pearl Williams Leon H. Marsh ASSISTANT EDITORS. Anson F. Hendrickson R. Everard Harford. Lloyd I). Mottram Bert R. Wixson Harrison J. Brown. EDITORIAL. For five years past, a year book The Oracle has been published by the senior class of Watkins high school, at first by thestudents alone but later with financial aid from the Board of Education. In this, the fifth edition of the Oracle we have worked hard to improve the book, to make it of more interest and of greater value. We believe we have succeeded. Our aim has been to give the students and alumni of this school a book that could be looked at with as much interest in after years as at present. To do this we have had to make some changes; we have omi'ted parts that were considered essential in other ()racles and we have introduced some new features. Although at a first glance the book may not annear so interesting to the fun loving, we are sure that after a careful survey they will agree with us that it is better as it is. W e should like to call soecial attention to the honors gained by our school at the St. Louis exposition and also to the excellent work done by the training class which perhans has done more for the school than any other f eature We take this opportunity to thank the Board of Education for the financial aid which they so generously gave and without which the book would not have been possible; and also to thank the Faculty and the students of Watkins high school for the interest they have taken and the aid they have given in preparing “THE ORACLE.” A. F. F. ‘OS BOAKD OF EDUCATION (). P. HURD, S. S. Johnson. E. A. Gillett, OFFICERS President Clerk and Librarian Treasurer MEMBEKSOF BOARD TERM EXPIRES Geo. C. Wait,......................................Ian. 1, 1007 Chas. A. Cole, Jan. 1. 1907 Frank L. Moran.....................................Jan. 1, 1907 Geo. D. Norman,....................................Jan. 1. 1900' Henry Shulman. - Jan. 1. 1900 M. M. Cass, Jr.,.................................Life Member Regular meetings first Monday evening of each month. THE ORACLE WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY 1904 - 1905 Samuel S. Johnson, - Principal John A. Beers, B. A.,.................................Vice Principal Frances MacDowell, B. S., - Preceptress Julia M. Hawes, ------- Teachers’ Class Jane M. Harinc,......................................English Teacher GRADE TEACHERS Katherine Brown,................... Mary N. Fitzgerald,................. Jennie Mosher,..................... Katherine Whippey,.................. Helen M. Johnson,.................. Daisy C. Vanderlip,................. Elizabeth A. Maloney, .... TRIBUTE TO THE FACULTY Emerson has said, “Every man is an unique” and while perhaps we all have traits in common, yet, it is a fact that there is a combination of qualities in each person which constitute! his essential uni jueness. Emerson has also said, “A man’s talents are his call!.” Comparatively few people are called to teach if we accept this Emersonian view. How important then that those who do possess the talent should devote their lives to the profession. Watkins High School has been fortunate for many years in having a teacher as its principal. It is not the intention of the writer to enter an analysis of Principal S. S. Johnson’s character or talents but the high standing the school enjoys when compa ed with schools of its kind in this state, speaks more highly of his work than any statement which we can phrase. Firmness of purpose, keenness of perception and thoroughness in working out detail, combined together with a sense of humor constitute some of the characteristics of the man. The conscientious pupil under his instruction ever finds in his undemonstrative approval an uplifting and helpful inspiration. Pretense and biuff are always below par with him but originality and honest work meet his instant sympathy and guidance. Our Vice Principal, Professor John Beers fills a very important position and is quite essential to the welfare of the school. His genial manner and kindly disposition have made him a warm place in the hearts, not only of those within the school but those in the community with whom he comes in contact. Seventh Grade Sixth Grade Fifth Grade - Fourth Grade Third Grade Second Grade First Grade THE ORACLE He has charge of the instruction of most of the foreign languages, also a part of the ancient history and is very proficient along these lines. At Syracuse University he made a specialty of foreign languages, was graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Aits, and gained so many honors that he was made an honorary member of the society Phi Beta Kappa Mr. Beers is always goo:l natured—never scolding in or out of the class-room-ever ready and willing to give help or aid of any sort. And not only in the classroom has he been devoted to our interest but much of what has been attained in athletics is the result of his unceasing efforts, as he takes great interest in the boys and their success in basket and baseball. Professor Beers has been indentified with Watkins High School for four years and we are hoping that his stay may be prolonged for many years. As preceptress, Miss Frances MacDowell has successfully aimed to advan ce the interest of this school for two years. The sciences are under her di rection and she truly understands these subjects. Not only dors she understand them herself but she has the ability to impart this knowledge to her pupils in such a manner that they readily understand and become interested in the subject under consideration. She has visited many places of interest, not only in this state, but also in the western states, the Rockv Mountains Yellowstone Park and various other places of interest. Thus through personal observation is she aided to portray many points of interest in her line of work. Miss MacDowell was graduated from Elmira College with the degree of Bachelor of Science. While there, part of her attention Was turned toward social life, she at one time being president the Phi Mu society. Here she has always been willing to assist in instituting and advancing social functions. She at one time taught at Watervliet and there as well as subsequently her work was characterized by being logical as to processes, careful as to detail and clear in presentation. In short, she seems to have a scientific mind and a singular efficient way of presenting scientific truths. Whatever or wherever her work in the future may be, the best wishes of • her pupils follow her. • In our English and history teacher, Miss Jane M. Haring are found thos'’ qualities which constitute an ideal teacher and friend. She has been inde-fatiguable in her efforts to fit herself for her work. Though without the privileges of a college training, by determination, and hard, constant work, she has gained knowledge and a vigor of mental power farahead of many who possess a college training. She is now the worthy possessor of a state certificate which permits her to teach in any of the public schools of this state for life, without further examination. (Miss Haring was graduated from this school seven years ago, from the training class the following year and has been securing valuable experience since that time. That she has a good knowledge of history and ability to teach it. is very evident and in the English course she is indeed one of the THE ORACLE best instructors in the state. She so thoroughly enjoys English work and makes it so interesting for others that the most unappreciative pupil can not fail to enjoy his work.) Her quick sympathy and her keen appreciation of the difficulties of student life are large factors in her success. She is the trusted friend, as well as the honored teacher, and seems peculiarly efficient in appealing to the higher motives of her puoils thus aiding them in the formation of right characters-far more imnortant than educated minds. When school days are past,, many will look back with joy at the time spent under her careful instruction and guidance and may there be opportunity in this school for many more to secure a foundation for such memories. Miss Julia M. Hawes is the efficient instructor of the teacher’s training Class in connection with Watkins High School. This is the fifth year she has filled this position and the school is certainly very fortunate in securing her services. To be a teacher is one of the high-st callings in the world but to have the ability to direct the minds of voung people aspiring to become teachers, so to aid and instruct them that they not onlv learn the best and most modern methods of instruction but come gradually into possession of the teacher’s insight and power—this is indeed, a great work and calls forabilityof a high order. Miss Hawes has this ability. She has a direct, mathematical, incisive mind. Her methods bear testimonv to these qualities and result in quick ness of perception and clearness of understanding on the part of her pupils. She has charge a’so of the work in the high school, in higher mathematics and French. In common with all people who are logical and thorough in their reasoning, Miss Hawes is a lover of truth and a hater of shams. She has an enthusiasm in her work characteristic of the intensity of her nature and a knowledge of the importance of thorough training for teachers. May she be retained long in her efficient work in this community. 1001 Sent. 0. First quarter begins. Sept. f . Teachers’ Training Class organizes, first term. Oct. 17-21. Teachers Institute. No school. Nov. 8. General Election. No School. Nov. 11. First quarter ends. Nov. 14. Second quarter begins. Nov. 21. Thanksgiving. Holiday. No School. Nov. 2 ). No School. Dec. 2 ). Holiday vacation begins. B. H. ‘05 CALENDAR 1904-1905. THE ORACLE 1905 Jan. 2. Holiday vacation ends. Jan. 17-20. Teachers’ Training Class examination. Jan. 23. Teachers’ Training Class. 2nd term begins. Jan. 23-27. Regents’ examination. Jan. 27. Second quarter ends. Jan. 30. Third quarter begins. Feb. 12. Lincoln’s birthday. No school. Feb. 22. Washington’s birthday. No school. March 29-31. Regents’ examination. Apr. 7. Third quarter ends. Apr. 8-16. Spring vacation. Apr. 17. Fourth quarter begins. May 30. Decoration Day. No school. June 12-16. Teachers’ Training Class examination. June 12-16. Regents’ Examination. June 21. Commencement. COLLEGE PREPARATORY COURSE. FIRST YEAR. FIRST HAI.F YEAR. SECOND HALF YEAR. Algebra. 1st year Latin. 1st year English. Physiology. Algebra. 1st year Latin. 1st year English. Civics. SECOND YEAR. Plane Geometry. Caesar. 2nd year English. American History. Plane Geometry. Caesar. 2nd year English. Eng'ish History. THIRD YEAR. FIRST HALF TEAK. Greek History. Cicero and Latin Prose, Physical Geography. First year German and Greek. SECOND H LF YEAH. Roman History. Cicero and Latin Prose. Botany or Geology. First year German or Greek. FOURTH YEAR. Second year German, French or Greek. College Entrance English. Fourth year Latin. Second year German, French or Greek College Entrance English. Fourth year English. THE ORACLE MODERN LANGUAGE. FIRST YEAR. FIRST HALF YEAR. SECOND HALF YEAR. Algebra. Algebra. First year English. First year English. Physiology. Civics. SECOND YEAR. Second year English. Geometry. German, 1st year. Second year English. American History. German, 1st year. S Geometry. English History. THIRD YEAR. German, 2d year. German, 2nd year. French, 1st year. French, 1st year. Physical Geography. Botany. FOURTH YEAR. German, 3d year. German, 3d year. French, 3d year. French, 2nd year. Physics. Physics. • LATIN SCIENTIFIC COURSE. FIRST YEAR. FIRST 1IAI.F YEAR. SECOND HALF YEAR. Algebra. Algebra. . Latin, 1st year Latin, 1st year. First year English. First year English. Physiology. Civics. SECOND YEAR. Geometry, Geometry. Latin, 2nd year. Latin, 2nd year. Second year English. Second year English. American History. English History. THIRD YEAR. • i Advanced Algebra. Plane Trigonometry. Latin, 3d year. Latin 3d year Physical Geography. Botany. French or German. French or German. FOURTH YEAR. Latin 4th year. Latin, 4th year. Physics. Physics. French or German. French or German. Chemistry. Chemistry. ENGLISH COURSE. FIRST YEAR. FIRST HALF YEAR. SECOND HALF YEAR Algebra. First year English. First year English. Algebra. Physiology. Civics. SECOND YEAR. Geometry. Geometry. Second year English. Second year English. American History. English History. THIRD YEAR. Business Arithmetic. Advanced Arithmetic. Third year English. Third year English. Physical Geography Botany. FOURTH YEAR. Advanced Algebra. Plane Trigonometry, Physics. Physics. Chemistry. Chemistry. ..... .. •+ THE ORACLE Text Books HIGH SCHOOL ALGEBRA.—High School Algebra, Wm. J. Milne. ALGEBRA. -New Higher Algebra, Webster Wells. GEOMETRY.—Plane and Solid Geometry, G. A. Wentworth. TRIGONOMETRY. —Plane and Spherical Trigonometry, Lyman and Goddard. ARITHMETIC.- Robinson’s New Higher Arithmetic. ARITHMETIC—The New Packard Commercial Aritnmetic. S. S. Packard. BOOKKEEPING—New Complete Bookkeeping. Williams and Rogers. CIVICS- —Its Origi n, Growth and Form in the United States, Lansing and Jones. PHYSIOLOGY—A Practical Physiology, Albert F. Blaisdell. PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY—Introduction and Physical Geography Gilbert . and Brigham. BOTANY.—Leavitt Outlines of Botany with Flora, Robert Groenleaf Leavitt. GEOLOGY.—Revised Text Book of Geology, James I). Dana. PHYSICS—School Physics, Elroy M. Avery. CHEMISTRY—Modern Chemistry. Fredus W. Peters. ENGLISH COMPOSITION. Writing English, William H. Maxwell and George J. Smith DRAWING. Regents’ Syllabus. AMERICAN HISTORY.- —The Leading Facts of American History, D. H. Montgomery. ENGLISH HISTORY.—The Leading Facts of English History, I). H. Montgomery. GREEK HISTORY.—A History of Greece, Phillip VanNess Myres. ROMAN -ISTORY.— Rome: Its Rise and Fall, Philip VanNess Myres. LATIN.aThe Beginners Latin Book, James B. Smiley and Helen L. Storke. Ciesar, Caesar’s Gallic War. Francis W. Kelsey. Ccero’s Orations, J. H. and W. F. Allen and J. B. Greenough. Virgil’s Aeneid, Francis W. Kelsey _ Latin Composition, M. Grant Daniell. A Latin Grammar, Chas. E. Bennett. GREEK.—Xenophon’s Anabasis. William Rainey Harper and James Wallace. Greek Composition, William Collar and M. Grant Daniell. A Greek Grammar, William W. Goodwin. GERMAN. —A German Grammar A. L. Meissner anil Edward S. Joynes. Reader, Marchen und Erzahlungen, H. A. Guerber. A German Composition, William Bernhardt. FRENCH. Complete French Course, C. A. Chardenal. French Reader, C. B. Super. GRADES READERS.—The New Education Readers, A. J. Demarest anti Wm Van Sickle. School Reading by Grades, James Baldwin. WRITING.—Barnes’ National Vertical Writing Books. SPELLING. The American Word Book, Calvin Paterson. GEOGRAPHY. -Natural Advanced Geography. Natural Elementary Geography. Jacques W. Redway. ARITHMETIC.—Standard Arithmetic. William J. Milne. First Steps in Number, G. A. Wentworth and E. M. Reed. LANGUAGE.—Reed s Introductory Language Work, Alonzo Reed. Graded Lessons in English, Alonzo Reed anti Brainerd Kellogg. GRAMMAR.—Higher Lessons in English, Alonzo Reed anti Brainerd Kellogg. PHYSIOLOGY.—A Healthy Body, Charles H. Stow'ell. A Primer of Health. Chas. H. St well. DRAWING.—New Short Course in Drawing, Langdon S. Thompson. VOCAL MUSIC.—Normal Music Course. J. W. Tufts and H. E. Holt. SUPPLEMENTARY READERS—Graded Literature Rentiers, Harvey Pratt Judson. Stepping Stones to Literature, Sarah Louise Arnold and Charles B. Gilbert. The Young American, Harvey Pratt Judson. Carpenter s Geographical Readers, Frank C. Carpenter. Fifty Famous Stories Retold, James Baldw in. Fairy Stories and Fables. James Baldwin. In Mythland, M Helen Beckwith. Stories of Colonial Children. Mara L Pratt. Lights to Literature, Abby E. Lane. THE ORACLE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL. Mary M. Freer, ‘83, (Mrs. Chas. Searles) Cripple Creek, Col. ♦Gertrude M. Martin ‘84, (Mrs. C. McCarthy.) Lulie O. Martin, ‘84, (Mrs. Loel Smith), Watkins. Sara H. Wilmot, ‘84, (Mrs. M. J. Hoare) Watkins. S. Helen Cass, ‘84, (Mrs. Milo Shepard), 206 Harrison St., Syracuse. Nellie J. Hennessy, ‘85, Watkins. Julia T. Donovan, ‘85, (Mis. Tierney), 9 Boardman St., Rochester. Alcora S. Crane, ‘86, (Mrs. C. Lathrop) Anacortes, Washington. Bessie B. Johnson, 86, (Mrs. D. G. Thompson), Trinidad, Col. Lola B. Thomas ‘86, (Mrs. William Corwin), Newark, N. J. Katharine Whippy, ‘86, Watkins, N.-Y. ♦Mary A. Donovan, ‘86. Julia A. Roe, ‘86, (Mrs. Lansing Davis), Watkins. Adella Dodson, ‘87, (Mrs. William Latimer), Wolcott, N. Y. Sarah Smith, ‘87, New York City. Helena H. Haight, ‘87, Cornell University. Catherine Phinney, ‘87, (Mrs. Mott Taylor), Watkins. Herbert A. Morgan, ‘87, Auburn. ♦Edwaid A. Thompson, ‘87. ♦Daniel S. Tuttle, ‘88. ♦Edward J. McCall, ‘88. Daniel VanDuzer. ‘88, Rat.hdrum, Idaho. Robert L. Pellet, ‘88. Pittsburg. Pa. Anna K. Donovan, ‘88, (Mrs. John Sullivan), Watkins. Mary N. Fitzgerald, ‘88. Watkins. Ella P. Beckwith, ‘88 (Mrs. Wm. Wakeman), Wedgewood, N. . Edith C. Johnson, ‘88. (Mrs. E. C. Stein), New York City. Catherine Maloney. ‘89, (Mrs. Tom McKenna), Watkins. Lus na A. Smith. ‘89, (Mrs. Howard Peck), Watkins. William W. Smith. ‘89, Montour Falls. Helen E. Fre r, ‘90. (Mrs. N. C. Crofut), Watkins. Jane H. Hill, ‘90. (Mrs. O. M. Palmer), Mt. Claii, N. J. Sarah C. Pop . ‘90. (Mrs. A. C. McLaughlin), Jamaica Plains, L. I. Lena S. Vanderlio. ‘90. (Mrs. W. H. Houston), Allentown, Pa. Carrie M. Haw� s. ‘91. (Mrs. H. O. Bennett,), Penn Yan. Marianna McCall, ‘91. Watkins. George R. Smith. ‘91. Burdett.. Daisy C. Vandedin, ‘91. Watkins. Delia Crum, ‘92. (Mrs. Brown). Lone: Branch, N. J. Lida M. Harin';, ‘92. (Mrs. W. Hillerman), Reading Center, N. Y. Frances G. Shulenberg. ‘92. (Mrs. Charles Rogers), Watkins. Margaret Pellet, ‘92 (Mrs. Ross Nichols), New York City. Jessie C. Haring. ‘93, Watkins. ♦Rose F. Rooney, ‘93. THE ORACLE George L. Buck, ‘94, Chicago, III. Fannie B. Budd, ‘94, (Mrs. Ira Cole), Watkins. Elizabeth L. Russell, ‘94, Plattsburg, N. Y. Allie M. Shewman, ‘94, Elmira, N. Y. Anna H. Ely, ‘94, (Mrs. W. B. Houston), Hector, N. Y. Alexander G. Frost, ‘95, Chicago, 111. ♦Schuyler R. Moore, ‘95. Glenn H. Frost, ‘95, Immigration Bureau, Ellis Island, N. Y. William Pellett, ‘95, New York. Minnie M. Gardner, ‘95, North Hector, N. Y. Jane B. Hurd, ‘95, New York, City. Helen M. Johnson, ‘95, Watkins. Helen Norton, ‘95, Watkins. Jessie Norton, ‘95, Watkins. Elizabeth H. Oliver, ‘95, Watkins. Esther W. Wait, ‘95, Watkins. Louise M. Gillett, '95, Waverly, N. Y. Harry C. Buck, ‘96, Hamilton, N. Y. Anna M. Cullen, ‘96, Watkins. Anna B. Fitzgerald, ‘96, (Mrs. Burge Auble), Watkins. May C. Scobey, ‘96, (Mrs. Frank Frost), Watkins. Carolyn S. Barnes, 96, Watkins. Ada L. Woodward, ‘97, Watkins. E. Louise Weller, ‘97, Syracuse University. Laura G., Weller, '97, Syracuse University. Jane M. Haring, ‘98, Watkins. Frances M, Considine, ‘98, Watkins. Helen G. Edgett, '98, Watkins. Nellie L. Frost, ‘98, (Cook Academy Faculty), Montour Falls, N. Y. Lelia M. Forbes, ‘98, Watkins. Agnes P. Kennedy, ‘98, Watkins. Jennie E. Mosher, ‘98, Watkins. Elizabeth Spencer, '98, Reading Center, N. Y. ♦Lois Spencer, ‘98. Grace L. White, ‘98, Watkins. Ellen P. Cogswell, ‘99, Gloversville, N. Y. Helen B. Hope, ‘99, Watkins. Schuyler Paterson, ‘99, Pasadena, Cal. George M. Velie, '99, (Attorney at Law), Watkins, (Pres, of Alumni). Helen G. White, ‘99, Watkins. Arthur K. Bennett, ‘00, Ann Arbor, Mich. Elizabeth F. Brown, ‘00, Lyndhurst, N. J. Chester R. Brown, ‘00, New York City. Louise Cullen, ‘00, Springfield, Mo. Bessie T. Haughey, ‘00, (Mrs. James Burch), Watkins. John S. Hurd, ‘00, Cincinnati, O. THE ORACLE Grace Howard, ‘00, Newburg, N. Y. Fred A. Johnson, ‘00, New York City. Nettie J. Matthews, ‘00, Syracuse University. Ruth Pangborn, ‘00, (Mrs. E. VanDevender), Campbell, N. Y. J. C. Argetsinger, ‘00, Cornell University. Harvey E. Bradley, ‘01, Watkins. Mary E. Bradley, ‘01, Watkins. Frederick B. Bond, ‘01, Buffalo Medical College, Buffalo. Charles H. Erway, '01, Syracuse University. Harry Fink, ‘01, Elmira. Robinson V. Frost, ‘01, Watkins. Helen M. Hurd, ‘01, Watkins. James A. Hope, ‘01, Watkins. Ella M. Smith, '01, Townsend, N. Y. William T. Taylor, ‘01, Watkins. Florence S. Barnes, ‘02, Elmira College. Jennie M. Ellison, ’02, Watkins, Watkins. Nina M. Gan une, ‘02. Elmira College. Edna E. Hawes, ‘02, Watkins. Marianna F. Rooney, ‘02. Charles E. Smith, ‘02, Ann Arbor, Mich. Fredrick E. D. Sherman, ‘02. Cornell University. Seth Webb, ‘02, Cornell University. Percy W. White, ‘02. Watkins. Myra A. Buck, ‘03, Elmira College. Gertrude M. Richardson, ‘03, Rochester, N. Y. Cora Bell Palmer, ‘03, Watkins. G-'iC'' Fa-:nr ‘03 Reading Center, N. Y. Helen L. Cullen, ‘03, Watkins. Marguerite N. Seobey, ‘03, Elmira college. Rav F. Wait,. ‘03 Watkins. William B. Wait, ‘03, Cornell University. Ella F. Bradlev, ‘04. Watkins. Josie Curry, ‘04, Watkins. Bertha N. Thompson, ‘04 Watkins. Ethel L. Guthrie, ’04, Watkins. Ethel M. Van Lone, ‘04, Alpine. Albert W. Giles, ‘04. Rochester, N. Y. Arthur D. Webb ‘04, Union City, Conn. Maurice L. Griffin, ‘04, Watkins. Willard Graham, ‘04, Watkins. Horace R. White, ‘04, Watkins. ♦Deceased. THE ORACLE WATKINS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 1904.1905 SENIOR Abbey,, Helen N. Watkins. Coleman Beatrice S.. Watkins. Harford R. Everard. Geneva R. F. D. I. Howard. Bula, Watkins. R. F. D. I. Mot tram. Lloyd D.. Weston. Wixson, Bert R.. Watkins, R. F. D.. 3. JUNIOR Allen. Oakley A.. Burdett. Ayres. Mary T.. Lijan. Clawson. Louis P. Valois. Henry. Blanche B.. Revnoldsville. Miller. Kathleen B . Watkins R. F. D. 3. CLASS. Brown, Harrison J.. Burdett. Forbes. Albert F.. Watkins. Hendrickson. An«on F., Watkins. Marsh. I eon H.. Moreland. Williams, E. Pearl, Hector CLASS. Ayres. Haiel W-, Watkins. Baker, Olin J.. Beaver Dams R. F. D.. I. Finton. Robert E.. Burdett. Hathaway. Anna E.. Watkins. Owens Erva. R. F. D . 4. Watkins. Raplee. Jay Watkins R. F. D. 4. Reed. Thomas B.. Hector. Vanl-oon. Harel Burdett. Phelps. Edna C.. Watkins. R. F. D.. 3. Raplee. Llewellyn. Watkins. R. F. D.. 4 Thayer. Cora A.. Watkins. Williams. Clyde J.. Montour Falls. R. F. P.. I. Williams. lalu M., Montour Falls. R. F. D.. 1. SOPHOMORE CLASS. Alexander. Bertha. Watkins. Bolyen. Helen E Alpine. _ Cullen. Kathryn B.. Watjkins. Charles. Katherine I... Watkins. Ihmham. Wallace. Burdett. Ellis. Emily L.. Watkins. Kgan Omar S.. Lodi Fainhild. I.ena K.. Valois. Ganung. Walter C.. Moreland. Hagadom. Mary J.. Alpine, R. F. D.. y Hawes Marguerite L- Watkins. fames. Carolyn E-. Watkins. jnnlefk Thomas A.. Wstk’ns. laxbv. Mildred V., Watkins. Manning. A dal vie D-. Watkins. MSlspaucr.. Hester Alpine. Nichols. Fay C.. Watkins. Palmer. A. Gertrude. Watkins. Sefering Amelia 1— Watkins. Smith Albert J. Watkins. Newer. Alvin F Watkins. Van Allen. Bessie C— Watkins. Weitmod Dean R.. R. F. P- 4. Wiliams Ruby J_ Hector. 1st. YEAR ANT) Anthony. Hon. Beater Pams. Byraas. May B-. Watkins. Boyle Mary 0„ Watkins Banes. Shelton P. Watkins. B.vvih. Mifruente D_ Watkins. Banhuknee. Frank. Watkins. R. F. P- 2. (hiw Winifred M.. Watkins. Crane. Wilts C_ Catharine. Charles T. Butt. Watkins. _ Paris. Oieaheth K_ Watkins. ESwsiK Pwrothy H_ Watkins. Friwt.. Hdea Watkins Gwnaeet. Kathryn F. Watkins. Hathaway. Fjaiw� M.. Watim Hangfeev James P.. Watkins. KTika. WsUaaaa D.. Watkins. MavneiC. tjwtaa EL. Watkins Maereer . W. FVank. Watkins. Malier. Haeeil M.... Watkins R. F. P- 3. MrOata., Bertha M . Watkins. Mars aSL EM M Watkins R. F . D_ L Owens n.c R... W at .ms R. F D. -FVjQei. Prttvxthy B- Watkans. Cnle «� n. Grtc Wttk: «. Bradley. A. IeGrand. Watkins. Coughlin. Marguerite M.. Watkins. Carpenter. I-orena E-. Watkins. Dunham Ijw E-. Burdett. Ellis. Myrtle V.. Watkins. Fink. Cameron B-. Burdett Gates. Lelia F.. Alpine. R. F. D . i. Henderson. Gertrudes.. Watkins. R F D ? Hamilton. Harry B.. Watkins. James Clarence F . Watkins. Kenyon. Caroline B Beaver Dams. Love. William T.. Watkins. FJD.. 3. 1 jester. Norma M_. Watkins McWhorter. Susan A- Millport - Meade. Emma I___Reading Center. Overton. Marshall W’_. Watkins. R- F. D-.I' Raplee. Harrv F.. Watkins. R- F. P.. 4. Slocum. William F.. Montour FaBa. Smith. Jennie. Alpine Ward M. Alrine. Van Paten. Grace G_ Watkins. Wilson Ethel M.. Watkins. R- F. D_ 2 Yaw. Katferine E_ Hector. FRESHMEN. Austin. Ida E Watkins. Brown, laan I.. Watkins. Burris Hugh W, Watkins. Baldwin. Phoebe V, Watk’nt. Reattie. Isa A- Watkins. R. F. D. I CBose. Mabei M_ Watkins. Charles. Grace M.. Watkins. Ganstdtne. E iward J_ Watkin?. Pariiag. Miktned B.. Watkins. Frank. Mart C_ Watkans. Foedhaasi. Eancrsm S.. Watkins. Hibbard. NtM X_ Memumr Falk Hemdrirksc®. Burr W... Watkins. Knight ESheil H_ W atkms. Muon ford. Jua H_ Watkins. Mis Hancdd E. Watkins. MSb. Arnold Watkins. Miller Pell P_ Watkins. R F.D I Maiowr. EJiira-beth Y_ Waikm ODcn. X'axoa EL. Watkins. Peri Clarence H- Watkins THE ORACLE Pierson. Harold H.. Himrods. Slater, Bertha I., Watkins. Slocum, Marguerite K.. Montour Falls. Thomas. Robert B., Watkins. Wickham, Randolph, Watkins. Wait, Florence B., Watkins. Wixson, William H.. Watkins. R. F. D. 3. Sanford, Max O., Moreland. Simmons, Cora B.. Watkins. Thompson, Ethel M., Watkins. Wright, Howard L.. Watkins. Wedgwood, Raymond Watkins. R. F. D. 4. Yaw, Georgia A., Watkins. POST GRADUATES. Guthrie, Ethel. Watkins. Griffin, Maurice L., Watkins. Wait. Ray, Watkins. TRAINING CLASS. Brink, Elizabeth M. Carpenter, Carrie M.. Crandell, Charlotte S., Gelatt, Naoima I., Harvey, Ina Mae Kenyon, Caroline B., McMaster, Mina Potter, Elise M., Spence, Florence It., 'an Lone, Ethel M., Basset, Winifred M., Catlin, M. Louise Curry, Josie M., Hagadorn, Francis A. Harvey, Olive C., Lee, Dale Meade, Emma Esther Rathbun, Louis E., Thompson, Bertha N., Total in High School........................................................ Total in Training Class.....................................................19 Counted twice ...............................................................1 Total students ......................................................... . 155 The Senior Class President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Bula Howard Beatrice S. Coleman E. Pearl Williams Harrison J. Brown. R. Everard Harford Lloyd D. Mottram Anson F. Hendrickson. Class flowei........... Class Tree............. Colors................. Motto.................. OFFICERS Leon H. Marsh Xancy H. Abbey Bert R. Wixson Albert F. Forbes MEMBERS. C. Daisy English Elm Cherry and White . Fideli certa merces. THE ORACLE BERT R. WIXSON. Bert Wixson, one of the most promising young men of the class of‘05 hails from the green covered hills west of this village. He received his early education in the little country school-house situated on Meade’s hill. Bert is a very idnustrious scholar as is shown by his successful school career which he began at the age of five and is now finishing at eighteen. He also has a great athletic bent and consequently has gained a great raputalion in nearly all athletic sports. Besides the time that it takes to develop these two great talents, Bert has a little leisure to spend at other things and his fondness or the society of young women is well known by all who are acquainted with him. Life holds so many attractive fields for him that as yet he has not been able to decide for which one he is best suited, but wherever it may lie, the respect and best wishes of the class go with our jolly comrade, Bert. A.F.H. ANSON F. HENDRICKSON. After roaming aimlessly about his father’s home for five years, Anson S. Hendrickson began a journey through the institution from which he is about to be graduated. It was evident from the start that this would be an interesting epoch in his life, for school to this youth, seemed to be a source of enjoyment. He made rapid progress through the grades. After entering the High School, in mathematics he found a stronghold, and we who know the mental vigor of his mind in this department, hope to hear of great success in his applications of mathematical truths to practical purposes. In school life Mr. Hendrickson has many friends who have learned to respect and trust him. We are sure that all through his life the lessons learned in school will remain clear in his memory for constant practice. Out side of school work “Hans” has also made a record. In basket ball he was “Johnnie on the spot,” having played that position for three years. We cannot forget his admiration of the “fairer sex.” Perhaps only a select few of his friends know this for he has only become prominent in these circles since the burning of the light plant. Our cheerful worker will be missed from the students’ rank but will occupy a place in higher ones. If college is to be his aim we, the class of 1905, join i n wishing him success and honor. B. R. W. ‘05 LLOYD D. MOTTRAM. Lloyd D. Mottram, commonly called “Doc”, having completed his course at Weston, and aspiring to win laurels in life as a physician entered Dundee High School in 1901. The following autumn he entered Watkins High School, taking for his specialities foreign languages and science, being the only Greek student in this school for several years. Last September, having nearly completed his High School course and having acquired a knowledge in a sufficient number of subjects for entrance to a medical school, he entered the Baltimore Medical College of Baltimo Maryland. There his work for tqe year was a decided suecess, having passee all his examinations with honor. � The Glass of 1905 THE ORACLE In April, the medical college having completed its work for the year, he returned to Watkins to finish his course and joined the ranks of the class of 1905. While in Watkins, Mr. Mottram has won many friends by his charming personality and pleasing manners, especially among our “fairer ones” with whom he is a general favorite. In his future life as college student and physician, we, the members of the class of 1905, shall always rejoice when we hear of those successes which we feel confident the future has in store for him. L. II. M. ‘05. HELEN NANCY ABBEY Miss Helen Nancy Abbey our vice-president is one whom the class of 1905 feel proud to own as a member. She is universally known to be one of the best natured and conscientious of girls. Having always lived in Watkins she has received her enlire education there. When in the grades she was always well liked by her teachers, as she was very studious. Her favorite subject in the “High School Course” seems to be Physics, since therefrom may be derived the knowledge of many things one especially. The eonvng of storms As yet no definite idea has been obtained by us in regard to Nancy’s future, but what ever it may be she certainly is wished the greatest of success by all her fellow students and classmen. ‘B‘. S. C. ‘05. BULA HOWARD. One of the most important of the class of 1905 is Miss Bula Howard, our salutatorian. Miss Howard comes from Reading where she received the fcundaticn of h r education. 1 luce j cars ago she came to Watkins in order to advance farther in the palh of knowledge. She attended school here part of the year, then remained a1 h r lome in Beading for one year. last year she returned to Watkins where she has always rroved herself a faithful and brillant student. M e count Bula one of our sweetest and most lovable members, though she is very ruiot. taking no part in the many ac‘ive arguments of this class, the members of which have never been known to agree on anything. Bula 1 as rot yet decided what course she will pursue after graduating from atkirs High School but whatever she undertakes will surely be crowned with success. “E, P. W. ’05 R. EVERARD HARFORD. Although Mr. Harford is not a resident of this village he has won the respect and the regard of his many friends here, by his pleasant personality and his unfailing courtesy. Mr. Harford began his career in the high school at Penn 5 an and after studying there for a v ar and a half he came to Watkins, where he finished the course in two years and a half. THE ORACLE Mr. Harford has done exceedingly well in all his studies but lie has especially distinguished himself in the scientific course, having studied nearly all the scientific studies the school provides. It would be no great surprise to his class-mates to hear some tin e in the future of Mr. Harford’s having distinguished himself in the realm of science. But Mr. Harford has a few faults, among these is his love of the Saxon race and we th'nk if he did not look so much at the east side of the school-house he would have his leisons better. But we are all human and these little faults only serve to show his virtues better. We may readily predict a brillant and successful future for him and he leaves the school with the best wishes of his many school friends. A. F. F, ‘05 BEATRICE S. COLEMAN. Beatrice S. Coleman one of our honored and talented classmates, mary of us have known since childhood, having been scholmatcs and classmates through all the grades of this school and especially during the four years in High School. In all this time we have known her to be always a uiligent pupil. A11ho”gh bom in Arbuin, X. Y. .‘he has lb e' here in Watkins, most of her life, except the four years following her b rth in that place. Besides, as already mentioned, being an attentive scholar, she has mace many accomplishments, both musical, literary ar.d domestic. She enjoys the distinction of being the aitist of the ( lass of It 05. .1 1 for her talent and originality in this direction, we believe that some day she will make a name for herself. She has sung in the Ciirls Cdee Club: helped in literary societies of the school; and worked enthusiastically to make our social functions entertaining and successful. Not” i hstandirg the fret, that she possesses a somewhat s rious turn of mind she can make and enjoy a good joke e ccss e nally. She is ready and quick to aid anv of her f-imds in trouble, in whatever way p ssble. She may be depended upon to accomplish that, which she undertakes to do. Her favorite motto: “To thine own self be true” would in its full meann g be a help to evervone who followed it. H. X. A. ‘05 HARRISON j. BROWN Harrison J. Brown, one of the youngest members of the class of 1005, completed the earlv part, of his educati m a the distric school in Hector. Wishing to climb still higher in the r'alms of knowledge, h« entered W atkirs High S ho 1 late in the autumn of 1902. His suress in his school work was apparent from the firs , for heaprlbd himself to his work with untiring ir-dus rv and perseverance. And, although he is very fond of a joue 1 o arid then, and takes part to a reasonable degree in any f n that ta’es place ar around h:m, hehas never engaged in any of those so called sports 01 1 o s, suth as bean hurling, note throwing, and a continual intercourse with the fairer side of the house. THE ORACLE His executive ability vas soon recognized, for on the organization of the Beta Literary Soc iety in 1903, he was unanimously chosen as its president Shortly afterward, having become an active member of the “Grasshoppers,” he was elected president of this society, which position he has held since that time. In regard to his lifework, he seems to be a little unsettled but we hear nha' his 1 itest plan is to enter Syracuse University after a year or two. But no malt r what posit'on in 1 fe he chooses to take, it is certain that his labors w 11 be crowned with success. L. H. M. ‘05 EFFIE PEARL WILLIAMS. One of the n os brilliant and studious members of our class is MissEfTie Pearl Williams, our worthy prophetess. Her first school days were spent in Hector. Later her pathway turned toward Watkins where the first year was spent in the High School and the one followirg in the Training Class. After graduating from this, a school in Hector secured her valuable services as teacher. Her two years of teaching tended to convince her of the value of more study, so once again she returned, welcomed by In r classmates. Pearl is of sanguine temperament and has a jolly disposition—sunshine seems native to her. In the mental and moml world as in the material universe, sunlight is the great helper of a’l the h'gher forms of life but destructive to the noisome growths. The dispenser of sunshine is always a great benefactor. Miss Williams brings to her senior yra , in addition to a well-poised mind the insight and added powers of concentration which only experience in and contact with the world can give. When we observe her high ideals, her force of character and natural f v’:r 5 of •“ nner which alone will win her many friends, we are confident that Miss Williams will bring great honor both to herself and to her Alma Mater. B. II. ‘05 LEON H MARSH Ilavi g acquired the greatest record ever attained in the vales surrounding the p’etty suburb of Moreland, Leon H. Marsh the youngest member of our class, seeking new worlds to con ' or. joined our ranks in 1902. Here al tho gh barely ttrrteen, he eonn began his labor, woik.ng his way with persc-verance aiH ’ n‘ iring sturdiners up the diffu u’t, rugged pathway of our school course, leaving omitted in his journey trifling ; ranks and questionable pastimes. Although he is pitcher in cne of our locrl teams and very popular among ovr fair; r om's. he is a rare illustration of ne who does not let athletics and girls hinder his stm’y. Truly jt may be said that no student has ever surpassed him in any school work or study to which he has devoted his time or attention. Verilv we hail our master worker! This high lecerd, his perscrverance and straight faced honesty, when cur class organized elected him to the highest honor in our power to conf i THE ORACLE Looking into his future life we clearly see a golden harvest of admiration; before him prostrated fields of conquered study, while behind him slowly plodding the common walks of life are left, we his ever admirers. H. J. B.” 05. ALBERT FORBES. Beno “better known as Dace” the big boy, being a resident of the town and a son of a well known business man, from his early youth made a success ful drift in the canoe of life through all the grades entering his high school career in the golden days of his youth. The languages were made his specialty and in these he has succeeded very well. Though doing well his attention became often adrift into the ways of the world, very often choosing for his leisure hours the pleasure of listening to the tales told of Central America doubtless by his favorite a well known girl of the school. Among the many other honors the school awards him, he receives those from his athletics, being captain of the basket ball team of this season and it is no doubt that his pastime hours spent on the lake during the summer be fore had much to do in preparing him for this position. As a member of the class it is a great pleasure to extend our best wislu s for a prosperous and happy future. “R. E. H.,0-� SENIOR HISTORY. When Juniors, it was confidently predicted of us and not with out reason, that wre would not be able when the time came to assume the shining garment know n as “Senior Dignity.” It was only a roundabout w ay of admitting that we as a class, had a great deal of life and spirit, so much so that theie w-as doubt of the possibility of ever any good coming out of us. Eut,-and I suppose our worthy teachers yet marvel at the tiansfoimation—we have duly settled down and taken on our senior dignity. If we had life and enthusiasm then as we surely did, we have it yet, only its force is now directed into channels of industry in class room work and the sober activities of school leadership. Some who were Juniors have left us, making our class small yet theie has been smaller. Still we are not lacking either in school or class spirit, for from others we have learned, “In union there is strength,” and we learned this ‘o be still more true before we got the money from the Board of Education. Disagreements we had, some, but they were all in fun for r.o class has ever had more loyal members. As the bond of friendship from day to day grows stronger these few words are brought to the minds of those who survive the class of 1905. You may build more pleasant habitations; Fill your halls with paintings and statutes; But, you can not buv with gold the old association. R. E. II. 01. THE ORACLE SENIOR BOAST. 1905. There is a class of great renown, The pride of the village, the boast of the town, To sing their praise is my happy lot That their many virtues be not forgot. First, our president Mr. Marsh Well liked by all; he couldn’t be harsh, The honors he’s won, have ne’er been out done Since in this High School his course he has run, With so many triumphs, he modest, each day, And has taught us all a wiser way. 1. Then comes our classmate Bula Howard Although very quiet she is still no coward, With patience and diligence much honor she’s won. And she will salute you beneath the June sun. 2. For secretary, Bert Wixson we’ve got. Some will say he’s a flirt But I tell you he’s not. He attends to his school work as much as he can But when one is so popular its hard on a man. His mind toward math, is naturally bent And he will make a success of it yet. 3. Our Treasurer is Albert F. Forbes And he is an athletic, in all of its forms. He is our “big boy” who plays basket ball, ‘Tis no wonder he “gets them in,” he is so tall. That he has his lesson quite well every day Is a vo’v good point, I should like to say. 4. Pearl Williams is next in the list of our class A pearl indeed, and a charming lass. Who attended one year our training class. For a while then, she left us But at last came back Only to leave us again, alack, alack, For teaching pupils is her “knack! 5. We have in Beatrice an artist clever Who can draw anything from a cart to a lever. But to tell you really, she could caricature one, truely So you know yourself were you e’er so unruly. 6. Of Anson Hendrickson I can’t be specific But if he favors any course, I think its scientific. Athletics all, to his heart are very dear And when “Anks” plays, the team needn’t fear. 7 Then comes our friend Mr. Harrison Brown, Although he’s a genius he will ne’er wear a crown. But he knows all the history that was ever “writ” down THE ORACLE Of nations and people of great renown. 8 At the shrine of science, Harford is an ardent devotee And that he will astound the world is not heard to see. Investigations that will be for the welfare of mankind Are sure to emanate from his super earnest mind. 9. Last but not least is Lloyd Mottram or “Doc.” He will become a M. I), of the Baltimore stock, f If with plasters and pills He could cure all man’s ills What a wonderful mission he then fulfills. 10. But now we must end our cheerful “Muse” And will leave you to have your various views. The writer has left many good points unsaid But this may be enough when all is read. II. N. A. ‘05. THE JUNIOR BOAST. We the ‘05 Junior class Frivolity aside have cast For we are working hard and fast And surely will get there at last. Our chosen colors are violet and white And as we do what is right Mr. Beers was elected Patron Knight. Our motto is too long to write. Then as to class officers take heed! Our president is Thomas Reed. For Vice President a talker we need So one was elected with tongue of sneed. The Scribe of the class is Olaw-sonnev The Miller’s Daughter holds our money. If you think these officers strange or funny Just look at the other members, honey. And now we would tender our greatest boast And afterwards the Juniors toast, We’re bright-transoarent-as great Caesar's ghost Our toast is to all of the II. S. host. H. W. A. ‘00. THE ORACLE SOPHMORE CLASS. Gertrude Palmer President. Margaret Coughlin, Vice President. Dean Wedgewood Secretary and Treasurer. “BOAST” The “Jolly Sophomores” for the first time greet the Public. We are well known in High School circles and some of us have already made the acquaintance of the austere Board of Education. This class is v ell represented in the Social Societies of the School, as many members of the S. Frat.-C. I. S. and even of the gruesome “Grasshoppers” are counted among our number. The majority of us show a marked preference for mathematics, especially Algebra, which is proved by the length of time we have spent in its pursuit. Our greatest Boast and chief joy is our splendid Sophmore Spread, which the Faculty so kindly favored. The Class Spirit is plainly shown by its motto, “Possunt quia posse videntur.” Hail 1907. Colors Dark Blue and White. Flower White Carnation. SKETCH OF THE TRAINING CLASS. When the plans for a new school building were under consideration special provisions were made for a training class room. Accordingly when for the first time school assembled in the present building, a class consisting of fourteen members nearly all high school graduates was organized. Of the value of this professional training the Board of Education has been aware as four of the first graduates are now holding positions connected with this school. Since the year of its first. oiganization in 1889, the aim has been so to train the prospective teacher that she may acquire the ability, satisfactorily to solve the ever varying problems which inevitably confront the teacher, rather than to arm her with set formulas and devices. The wisdom of this course is constantly being demonstrated by the improved standard of our rural schools which so largely draw their teachers from this class. Where once the third grade teacher was wont to “keep school,” to-day the professionally trained graduate teaches school. Its effect is also marked upon our high school department as the non-resident pupils who come to us have been taught by these graduates along the same lines as those entering from the grades and consequently are able to follow their work more intelligently than pupils of former years. THE ORACLE The course of study introduces the pupil into a field unfamiliar to her— history of education, the process of mind development, discussion of methods of instruction, to say nothing of mistakes in education, our own and other peoples; and not among the least of its benefits is that it inspires the teacher with a love for the work so that it entirely removes her from the rank o heosc who work merely for pay.—It should be added that the certificate ob-pained is practically a life certificate, being renewable at the expiration of three years. Much of what has been attained in this department is due to the skillful and practical guidance of Miss Hawes who for five years has devoted herself unreservedly to the work. It is with pride we note that out of one hundred three papers written for the January examination ninty-seven were accepted. This unusual result is one for which we wish to congragulate both teacher and pupils. One aspiring to teach can hardly afford to miss this opportunity to receive professional training, opportunities for observation and practice as well as helpful criticism. To these benefits must be added proper habits of study formed, companion ship with those of like ambitions, proper school room ideas formed all tending to broaden and elevate the mind, a thing so important to the successful teacher. LITERARY AND ORATORICAL WORK. Hitherto it has been the custom for the students with the aid of the teachers to organize two Societies for practice in oratory and in literary work. But this year, the Faculty resolved to try another method which might be more directly under their supervision than it was possible for the Societies to be. Beginning with the Senior Class and giving them two weeks for preparation, they requested each student to select some poem, essay, or oration worth learning, to be delivered from the platform during the morning exercises. The Seniors began and by doing the best they could set a good example. Then the rest followed, classified according to degree of advancement in groups of twelve or more, each section striving to excel the preceding one as they were advised in the beginning. Each one has spoken twice during the year, and, in addition to the drill in elocution and oratory which has been received, it has been a pleasure to listen to some of the carefully prepared selections that have been delivered during the year. L. H. M. ‘05. The Training Glass THE ORACLE Athletics BASE BALL 05. Manager .............................................Prof. Beers. H. Burch. Captain ........................................Thomas Lembeck. Sec. Treas .....................................Fred Slocum. SCHEDULE. April 22. Elmira Y. M. C. A. 8 at Watkins 9 April 26. Starkey Seminary 6 at Watkins 10. April 29. Giles 2 at Montour 16. May 5. Penn Yan 1 at Penn Yan 2. May 6. Keuka 7 at Keuka 5. May 13. Dundee 7 at Dundee 5. May 20. Canandaguia At Watkins. May 27. Dundee at Watkins. June 1. Keuka at Watkins. June 3. Penn Yan at Watkins. June 10. Canandaigua at Canandaigua. June 19. Starkey at Starkey. 4 inning game. Pitcher...........Lembeck Spencer Catcher....................Norman Nichols First base.................Knapp Short Stop.................Sheppard A. Mills Second base................Slocum Bunn Third base.................Spencer Lembeck Ceft field.................Burrh Center field...............B. Hendrickson Right field................A. Hendrickson. Sub. fielders, Wright and Nichols. Base ball as played by the High School team has more support than any other game. The school is represented in the Interlake League and in the first sceduled game with Penn Yan, Watkins had every chance to win out, had it not been for a little rain and the unwillingness of the opponents to play another inning. In the six games played, only two have been won by the opponents but the team is fast working into good form and will go into the other game to win. Mr. Beers found that the work connected with the management of the team, with the other duties was too much for his health. The Association upon considering bis cares, decided to accept his resignation and placed Hugh Burch in the position. . B.R.W. '05 THE ORACLE FIRST BASKET BALL TEAM. Watkins High School has been represented in basket ball circles for the past four years by a very fast team. Each year a great improvement has been accomplished which is due to the careful management of Prof. John Beers. Although during the past season the team was greatly handicapped by not being able to get a place to play their games, until other teams had been practicing a month, they were very fast and made a good record for the school. They obtained a claim to the high school championship of southern tier by defeating the fast Horseheads High School team twice. The highest score which stands against the team is twenty five points while the highest score for the team is sixty eight points. During this last season, Mr. Thos. Consi-dine officiated, doing excellent work. He was as fair a referee asco uld be found anywhere in the state and he was always praised by the opposing teams for his good work during the game. Players Goals Fouls Po'nts Games Played T. Lcmb 3ck r. f. 33 19 85 11 F. Slocum 1. f. 2t 3 45 11 A. Forbe3 c. (capt) 30 23 83 11 R. Wait r. g. 1 0 2 10 A. Hendrickson 1. g. 17 0 34 9 A. Spencer sub. g. 4 0 8 S H. Burch sub. f. 5 0 10 4 111 45 237 Av. 12 FIRST TEAM SCHEDULE W. H. S. opp. Dec. 23 Howell Class Elmira At Watkins 34 23 Jan. 3. Horseheads H. S. At Horseheads 18 21 Jan. 13. Horseheads H. S. At Watkins 9 20 Jan. 18 Keuka College At Keuka 17 24 Jan. 27. Horseheads H. S. At Watkins 16 15 Jan. 31. Seneca Falls At Watkins 68 1 Feb. 3. Giles At Watkins 27 9 Feb. 7. Giles At Montour 11 21 Feb. 21 Starkey Seminary At Watkins 22 23 Mch. 6 Horseheads H. S At Watkins 17 10 Mch. 9. Keuka College At Watkins 13 16 Mch. 20 Giles At Cook 15 25 267 208 Officers, Prof. J. A. Beers, manager; A. F. Forbes, capt. SECOND BASKET BALL CHAMP’S. Prof. J. A. Beers.............................................Manager. Maurice L. Griffin............................................Captain. In order that the first basket ball team might get some good practice a squad of enthustiastic school lads came out for this purpose. From time to time it became evident that they were putting up a good game, and wishing to make a career of their own, they secured a game with the second team of Cook. “We met the enemy and they are ours” tells the story. From this THE ORACLE time on Watkins High School was represented by its first second Basket Ball team. They have established a record which will be remembered. Although most of the players were new to the game, through the care ful training of Manager Beers they were developed into a team which considered themselves capable of trimming the first team, had that aggregation been willing to play the deciding game. “Jiggers” was the heaviest man on the team and his ability to raise his 165 pounds far enough from the floor generally started the game on Watkins end of the court. “Sleepy eye” and “Griff” knew their positions very well and with their little code of signals secured many winning baskets. Mr. Griffin was the star on basket and goal throwing. Many victories are due to the strenous work of Crane and Nichols who were always making close friendship with their opponents. Knapp and Clawson were able substitutes for any vacancy caused by the re? far players. With these players in school another year we are confident that there will be a winning team in the field. B. R. W. ‘05. NOTICE - We are g’ad to observe how modest the second team is, for when they put “second team” on the side of the Grape Juice Factory instead of following it with “Champs.” As one might think they would judging by the former conduct. They very conscientiously and truthfully change the A to U and made it “Chumps.” Editor. P. S. Of course no one else could have made the A. U. LINE UP. Players Goals Fouls Points Games Played Griffin r. f. 21 38 80 9 Spencer 1. f. 15 5 35 10 Burch c. 21 1 43 11 Crane r. g. 9 0 18 10 Nichols 1. g. 18 3 39 11 Lembeck sub. 3 0 6 2 Clawson sub. g. 1 0 2 2 Knapp sub. f. 0 0 0 2 88 47 223 Average 11 SCHEDULE OF SECOND TEAM 04 and 05. W. H. S. Opp. Jan. 6. Cook 2nd. At Watkins 21 18 Jan. 13. Horseheads 2nd. At Watkins 34 4 Jan. 21. Keuka 2nd. At Watkins 8 9 Feb. 1. Trojans At Elmira 23 13 Feb. 11. Keuka 2nd. At Keuka 7 2 Feb. 15. Starkey 2nd. At Watkins 31 17 Feb. 20 Cook 2nd. At Watkins 9 21 Mch. 3. Working Boys of Elmira At Watkins 29 8 Mch. 4. Starkey 2nd. At Starkey 23 24 THE ORACLE Mch. 14. Working Boys of Elmira At Elmira 22 11 Mch. 17. Cook 2nd. At Watkins 1G 22 223 149 Games won 7, lost 4 Highest score against 24, for 34. THE GRASSHOPPERS.” One gloomy evening late in March while a party of High School youths were strolling along the streets of Watkins, their attention was suddenly attracted by a solitary couple that stood in front of a large and beautiful residence on 12th. street. Now, it need not be said that curiosity itself had caused our sudden, unpremeditated halt, for, Lo-as our gaze shifted to the scene before us, the following declaration broke the stillness of the night. “Give me a brook, a summer night, A shady nook by noon’s own light, A girl who’s sweet and fair to see. And you can leave the rest to me. Now, not only on account of the jealousy caused by this youth’s fearless declaration, but also for the good of the public at, large, it was at once decreed that something must be done. Tt is needless to speak of all those ensuing scenes; to relate each and every detail or to touch upon the amazing swiftness with which negotiations were entered upon, for, when Harry recovered the use of his mental faculties, physically speaking he was unable to help himself. Now as Harry is something of an orator, he endeavored to picture in glowing terms the punishment that would befall each and every participant of that, night’s work; raised before their minds pictures of condemned criminals waxing fat on three square meals of bread and water every day; and, finding that his auditors were not easily frightened, threatened them with the direst revenge, perchance he should meet them in the future. Suddenly, by means of a slat, that mind that had formerly been occupied with most terrible revenge, was sneedilv reverted into more favorable channels, and he began with out delay to deliver his favorite oration-Banana ('d-ture. Holding one forth that all might see. he exclaimed in deep-yet melodious voice “Gentlemen, caze ye on Beardsley’s best,” and we might have been ‘gazing’ still had not a new comer, urged on by a desire for more strenuous fun, waylaid Harry with a stuffed club. Finally, when things had reached a climax, we were compelled by force of habit to visit the sacred domain of “Romeo Der Schneider,” and ten minutes later found ‘Harry’ in the vioinitv of the Jefferson House vainly trying to dispose of eight or ten of “Romev’s best side walk planks.” and, at the same time, amusing the populace with stunts that would have done credit to a West Point cadet. Now, things were going fine when we suddenly interrupted by cries of “Cheese it, the cop—and Horace Grover, clad in his dazzling uniform of authority, rushed upon the scene and brought things to a sudden close. THE ORACLE GOLD MEDALS AWARDED W. H. S. The fact, that Watkins High School is gradually raising itscdruational record is made clear by the character of the work which the school produces. Last year a large exhibit was sent to St. Louis exposition and great was the joy when it was announced in the chapel that a Gold Medal had been awarded the school on the exhibit. After this exposition closed, permission was asked to send this exhibit to the exposition at Portland, Oregon in 1007. After that exposition closes the work will be sent to Albany, where it will form part of the permanent educational exhibit. This Medal is not the only one which is awarded to the school because Dr. F. B. Weller of Xew York city, a former High School student offers a gold medal to the boy vho obtains the highest average in all his subjects during the year of 1004-1005. The competitor for this medal must be a resident of the county of Schuyler according to the conditions of the offer. Time alone ’'•ill reveal the fortunate lad, but of this we are confident, that the mental discipline gained and persevering habits formed in acquiring the right to possess it, will be of indefinitely more value than any medal possibly could THE GREAT BEAN REFORM. On Thursday, April the Oth 1P05, began what was known as the great bean reform to the pupils of Watkins High School. The necessity of this reform was brought about by the distribution of a large quantity of “farm beans” by several of our country students who seem-p-g’y wi:’ie ’ to advertise their goods: of course not meaning to create any disturbance in the school. But, even though their intentions were good, it was the cause of one of the greatest crashes our usually quiet school has ever witnessed, even surpassing “that fire craG e disturbance” which resulted in the promotion of some of our best pupils to the front of the room. It seems that the beans were even distributed among the girls, who, quickly taking advantage of the situation began to have some fun on their own hook. But, after all it is 1h� general impression that had it not been for the watchful eye of the teacher there would never have been such a general “cleaning house.” As it was, the crash was inevitable. That afternoon began the never-to-be-forgotten “bean reform”, and before school was dismissed that day or possibly the next noon the who’e faculty were on the trail. A quiet little meeting was held to which a select few were invited. It is needless to state that the “following proceedings were cut and dried, and, the suspects were at once suspended for a long term! At roll call next day it was announced that in the future the most proper decorum must be observed by the students, under penalty of expulsion. “ONE WHO KNOWS” ‘ 05 THE ORACLE SOCIAL HAPPENINGS. In the past year there has been more social life in the school than ever before. Through the efforts of the teachers the students have been made to feel that the education of an individual does not consist merely of book learning. Early in the school year an informal party was held in order to give the students from all parts of the country an opportunity to know each other better. At the same time those of our number who were leaving us for college were entertained. The decorations were extremely pretty. The different alcoves were decorated by the various classes and societies. In the north alcove were the colors of the class of 1904, while in the east the cherry and white of theseniors. The hall was made to appear as inviting as possible with autumn leaves, bunting and sofa pillows. Those who wished to dance had the benefit of Tsley’s orchestra while for others were various games. The S Frat were the next to entertain, their reception being a decided success, even without pumpkins. Their decorations consisted mostly of cross bones and skulls in red and yellow, which although some what gruesome were very novel. To celebrate Lincoln’s birthday the high school gave a party on the Friday before. Those who attended agreed that they had enjoyed themselves immensely. The fit or was excellent for those who wished to dance. On May the 12th the Juniors gave a Junior Prom, the invitation being for the high school, training class and a few friends from out of the school. The hall was decorated in their class colors violet and white. Large palms were arranged with excellent taste. All combined to make their Prom a very enjoyable occassion. We, as seniors feel that these parties have helped to make this, our year pleasant and have aided in causing our school and class spirit, to be sticrgcr ard rroie o.cmirg. B. S. C. ‘05. A STORY. Hearing that the (Miller) and black (Smith) at (Wedgwood) had gathered (Over(a)ton) of (Brown) chestnuts which the recent (Frost) had ripened,our schoolmates Forbes and Nichols accompanied by (Fair(er)childs) started on the (Wright) road that leads off by the (Marsh). Passing shine (Heed)s they saw a pretty (Crane) which seemed to be taking a (Knapp). “Nick wanted to (Chase) the crane but as he came (Close) to it, it flew away. Then they passed some (Barnes) on one of which a (Carpenter) worked, and approached a tall (Baker) who seemed to be cook for a large gang of (Raplee’s). Here they rested and watched him nut up their respective dinners especially of Harry’s in which he put many Bananas. Arriving at Wedgwood they found many chestnuts which grew below THE ORACLE the (Mills) of that thrifty village. Gathering about a (Peck) of them they commenced to enjoy the scenery about them. Across from them at the (Gates) a (Coleman) was carting coal while on the other side in a (Meade) numerous herd grazed near an (Abbey). (letting hungry they encountered a luncheon (Booth) where the girls ordered (Haring) and crackers while the boys seemed satisfied with cheese and two (Beers) apiece flavored with (Simmons) vanilla. While in the restaurant Dace noted a (Davis) baking powder can and buying it he took it tenderly into his care. (Knight) now seenud to approach so the boys keeping (Close) to their (Love)s started to go home. After a long (Wait) they got a ride and saw their (Darlings) safely in the arms of their mothers. After leaving them Forbes could not refrain from bragging over his powder while “Nick” claimed he enjoyed the (Ayres) upon that pinnacle. Our chestnuts have since rotted, thus “Nick” did not have money enough to buy “Maine” a (Valentine) H. J. B. ‘05. A STORY. Once, of course it was a long time ago, there lived in a little hamlet at the head of a lake, a lot of boys and girls. However out of deference to them they were called young ladies and gentlemen so you see it was just the same then as it is now. It all happened in the year of 19—. All day the snow had fallen unceas-ingly. In the evening twelve couples or so decided to start, out on a sleigh load. There was no moon visib'e; the falling snow obscured all. It has been said tha! thft ’ loon sees an awful lot, but even if there was no moon there might have been plenty to see. The snow kept getting deeper and deeper. It seemed as if the tired horses could no longer drag their load. So the kind hearted youths loft their comfortable seats. Finally their fondest hopes were realized; there amid a none too thickly populated village stood the palaee of their dreams. The dainty but somewhat cold lads and lassies stepped out. From within no sound of music greeted their too willing ears. Luckily the telephone had been invented and the longed for music was at last provided. Time passed away, at first only too swiftly then more slowly. Idnally the tired driver was asked to start for that long forgotten place home. Without the storm had increased in fury. Every where a white world. “Can’t get home to-night. Wouldn’t chance it. How expressive a fev words. How unexpressible their feeling. But the moon didn’t see nor the moon couldn’t hear so it was not Doubled in the least. It takes young people a long time to realize that somethings how ever plausible can’t always be put in force. The girls grew anxious, “But we must.” The perplexed boys. How can we! They had to let the old adage suffice, “Make the best of every thing. THE ORACLE Early in the morn some very hungry personages left their bewitching palace. It could afford no food. The snow had ceased but everywhere rose the great white drifts. The valiant yet tired youths tramped down the snow that the weary horses might safely carry their precious load. At last they arrived in their own dear hamlet and-since it was day-time the moon could not see nor could not hear what occurred when they reached their individual homes. As they had school then just the same as now many who were generally in attendance were absent. This however was long ago, but please don’t ask when as dates are so difficult to remember especially when they have important facts connected with them. Moral,-“What the moon don’t see or hear it can’t tell.” B. S. C. ‘05. GRINDS. Sept. 8. School opens. All the good and bad pennies roll in. Sept. 17. Nan Abbey delivers “Success” for ore “Day.” Sept. 22. Griffin was found on Sixth street. Sept. 22. Why was not Miss Van Doren at Prayer Meeting? Sept. 28. Who ? went “cooning” grapes? Sept. 28. Dean Wedgwood and “Brackett” Reed have a little friendly snap in which Deans gets his face washed. Sept. 28. Beatrice Coleman was caught napping in English Selections. Sept. 30. Note addressed to G. B. C. Once, twice, thrice. Once, twice, thrice. Kisses may be naughty. But they are nice, nice, nice. Sept. 30. Forbes is the first to disobey the rules of the school by receiving a note. Oct. 2. Bert Wixson Commences his study of (Palm(er)istry). Oct. 4. Girls Glee Club sings???????? Oct. fi. Leo Dunham has had geometry so that settles all discussions. Oct. 7. Cora Thayer finds an “ideal snot.” Oct. 7 John Alden and Miles Standish are impersonated by a senior ar.d a junior. Oct. 12. Canadian Jubilee Singers gave a very interesting concert. Oct. 25. Walter Ganung called on his cousin Miss Ella Rosencrai 6. Ccok ' W’alking Leaf. Nov. 2. Leo Dunham says he needs an ear trumpet to hear the Physics Cless recite. Nov. 2. An explosion in school. ResuJts-D. Wedgwood. Spencer, Griffin, B. Hendrickson and Nichols are blown up in front regions. Nov. 2. Harry Raplee invites the Physical Geograrhy Class to have seme pie. Forgetfully he forgot to pay for it. Evidently he meant, it for a “Dutch Treat.” Nov. 3. The young have fearful coughs to-day. Probably they have not THE ORACLE had sufficient “Soothing Syrup.” Nov. 3. Forbes attends a “Girls” Glee? Club meeting and acts as timekeeper. The song which seemed to interest him most was “I was seeing Nellie home” although he did not put good advice in practice till later in the evening. Nov. 5. Mr. Marsh attends a New England Social. So does Blanche Egan “O ye olde Newe England Time.” Nov. 6. Mr. Elizabeth Davis has. a pencil sharpened. No one need apply but Willie F. S. Nov. 9. Fred Slocum is seen sporting a “yellar” necktie. Nov. 11 Seventh Grade sings for the benefit of the High School! Proff” improves the opportunity to make a few remarks on what can be done with a little practice. He says this applies to other things besides singing. Nov. 15. Wallace Dunham was heard to remark that “Bessie Van Allen is as foxy” as a “woodchuck.” Nov. 16. A certain young lady who lives on Eleventh Street did not get home safely this A. M. It can not be Wedgwood’s fault. Nov. 17. Leo Dunham: “Get out of the way I am coming with a note for E. T Nov. 17. Miss Hawes gave an advanced lecture in geometry touching upon “etiquette and manners in general. Nov. 18. The “C. I. S” inifate without aid from the boys outside. Nov. 21. Miss Carpenter and Arthur Johnson occupy the same seat. Nov. 22. Certain girls become frightened at a man on Franklin Street this evening. He was only a Considine. Nov. 27. Leo Dunham complains that the arc light went out as he crossed the Canal Bridge. Nov. CO Beatrice Coleman refuses to translate, “Du, Du, Liegst mir am Herzen! Nov. 30. S. Frats advised to get a new motto: “Twosing” not allowed. Dec. 10. B. S. C. thinks it Ever (hard') Har(for'id her to learn to skate. Dec. 13. Messrs. Wixson, Forbes. Griffin and Lembeck skip school to-day. De'1. 14. The aforesaid will please report. their reasons for absence. Dec. 15. Mrs. Travis said that she even called her cat “Beit ’ Dec. 16. Miss McDowell while asking the uses of sulphur remarked that Mr. Griffin ought to know. His reply was like “The manufacture of rubber goods.” Dec. 21. Miss Blanche Egan visits W. H. S. For some reason Leon Marsh acts strangely nervous and preoccupie Dec. 21. Ethel Thompson in a state of absent mindedness wrrote above er examole LEO THOMPSON. Dec. 22. (Overhead in the halD “The solid Geometry Class is improving; they have risen from a class of fools to a pack of fools. (Confidentia ) Jan. 2. All about the vacation Do not stay up late unless the fact be ev ident the next dav.” Jan. 2. Griff talks considerable about Lyle Manning’s friends. Jan. 3. 12:30 Midnight. Overheard on the trolley car “Genesee St.” Jan. 13. Prof. Beers “I w4sh to say that the 2nd game will be played first” THE ORACLE Jan. 14. Fred Slocum has a boil on his nose. Jan. 20. Marg Hawes has a boil on her cheek. Wonder if boils are contagious? Did Marg use two lip salve? Jan. 21. 10:40 Nichols hair stood on end. If you ask Edna James what she likes best she will say “electricity.” Jan. 25. Harry Raplee commences to eat bananas for his complexion. Jan. 29. Miss Abbey seems very anxious to know about the way one can tell about the arrival of storms. She does not specify what kind of a “Storm”. Sunday Jan. 31. Prof. Beers goes to the rink to umpire a game of ball. Feb. 7. Several couple start on a sleigh ride. Feb. 8. A sleepy bunch indeed present excuses the next morning. Feb. 8. Bert Wixson likes crackers and cheese. Feb. 22. “Nan” lets Fred hold her hand, only it’s in physics class. Mar. 18. Mr. Bradley inquires whether Lyle Manning can bake or not. Mar. 19. Lyle wishes to know how to bake. Mar. 20. Lyle bakes two cakes. Mar. 27. While “Nicky” was singing a dity under Miss Haring’s window his enthusiam was cut short by the timely ariival of a pail oi water. Mar. 28. K. Miller appears to find the friction of a (Stone, too hard for her lips as she has a cold sore. Apr. 5. Grace VanDoren was heard to remark “Oaths of love do not shock me. Apr. 0. Edna Phelps varies the immortal saying of Richard III. somewhat when she said “A man, a man. My kingdom for a man.” Apr. 6. Beans, Beans everywhere. Romeo even had enough to plant his garden. Apr. 7. Spring vacation. An extended one for the bean distributers. Apr. 10. Sunday. Ray Wedgwood makes several (?) afternoon calls. Anr. 17. A Valentine comes to school rather late in the season. Anr. 18. Harry Raplee talks on “Banana Culture.” Anr. 24. Sonhmore snread. Apr. 27. The Starkey Base Ball game. Who played 3rd. base? V as it Spencer, Kate Charles or Hester Millsraugh? Anr. 29. Several lads are out on the school grounds for a breath of air. May 4. A game of tag ensues during chanel exercises. Finally Prof, succeeds in taking the tag of destination off Baker’s back as he steps upon the platform. May 4. L. Bradley is reques+orl +o +a1-e h s bane’s from his pockets durirg his delivery of an oration. May 4. When the seniors have their pictures taken. Brown remarks “I can’t crack a smile to save mv life.” May 5. The worthy seniors plant their class tree. May 12. The Cass of '0 entertain the students at a treat. Let it be said that the Class of ‘05 has the distinction of originating this pleasant event, and let it be wished that this may long be continued in W. H. ?• THE ORACLE May 15. Overton evidentally tries to go through bankruptcy, but is quickly stopped by his creditors. May 15. Miss Carpenter writes several notes to “Leminy.” Miss Slocum says that she will have to talk to Lembeck because it will never do for him to receive notes from Miss Carpenter. G O how deeply I am in SIDELIGHTS. L. Dunham “The empty vessel makes the greatest sound.” Overton “Find me one man in all your roll Who some one woman has not made a fool! Marsh “Genius like all heavenly light Can blast, as well as bless the sight •” A. Hendrickson “Rhyme nor reason can not express love.” Brown “I have but one smile and that is a blunder.” Prof. Johnson “I hold their brains to the grindstone of hard learning.’ Giiffin “There is no peace unto the wicked.” Abbey “Honest labors bear a lovely face.” Fenton “They stumble that run fast.” Carpenter Verily she is too sweet to last. Burch Tluse times the mighty Burch swung at the Southpaw trom Starkey. R. Wedgwood “Much learning doth make me mad.” Thomas “I have a mighty dust heap called My History.’ Howard Virtue is her own reward. H. Raplee “Truly I wish to place myself in society where I can show my ru'ls and clothes and diet my complexion on bananas! Clawson “The most important business of my life is love. Allen A good little boy. Would be well behaved if he didn t cut up. Crane Yea a little sleep, a little slumber A little folding in the hands in sleen. Baker “No man can be wise on an empty stomach.” C. James “I’d like to follow the life of a desperado.” W. Wixson “I am a man of great business. Would make a good pawn dealer or horse trader.” Wickham “The fancy of my existence is well behaving. Xiehols “I am extremely fond of shower baths.” F. Slocum “I am a true sport” B. Hendrickson “Life has more things to dwell on than just three useless studies.” R. Williams “There is a dignity in labor truer than ere pomp arrayed. G. Charles “Love hath no need of words.” Reed. Truly he is a bunch of conglomerated independence. J. Raplee “A kick that would not move a house, would kill a sound divine. L. Dunham “Be wiser than other people if you can, but do not tell them so. B. Wixson “Early to bed and early to rise is bad for the stomach, the brain and the eves.” Van Doren THE ORACLE “My favorite chair is a Morris chair, especially when it has strong aims and also soft wl en I rest thereon.” Miss McDowell “I love to read magazines especially when they contain articles concerning matrimonial affairs.” Mrs. Davis “Forbes is spokesman for the seniors.” 1). Wedgwood “Each ounce of dross costs its ounce of gold. A. Smith A profuse bloom of envy’. it. Bartholemew “Sir I am a man of a far inland country.’ Lembeck. Whether the cat is away or not this mouse will play. Spencer A mighty learned man especially devoted to girls and athletics. Harford “My evening calls on 11th street have been seveial tunes interrupted.” VanAllen Truly she is a second Portia, noted for many suitors. Palmer “Dove is sooner felt than seen.' Hawes “He was not for an age but for all time.’, Phelps “She who scorns a man must die a maid.” Romeo “My back is bent with ages of toil and labor. Bolyen As we’re merry may we still be wise. Grace Coleman “Light fantastic toe!” E. Davis “Love conquers all.” M. Slocum “Hellow” girl at W. H. S. telephone. W. 0. (Bashfully) You didn’t go to the party did you? Don’t you like ing games? C. T. No I don’t. W. C. (Softly) Why don’t you? C T. (Encouragingly) ‘Cause there are so many looking on. “We have all of us done so uncommonly brown. ’Tis the sweet girl graduate graduate Irresolute, irrational, Demure, distracted and sedate, The bon mot educational. The world is gaping at her feet While she goes on instructively In words well chosen, fit and neat, With morals drawn deductively. “Beyond the Alps”-you know the rest Of her work oratorical-By north, or south, or east, or west She preaches as an oracle. And yet-and yet-commencement day From time all immemoiable To the girl graduate will stay A day and state satorial. Syracuse Herald. THE ORACLE CHARGE TO UNDERGRADUATES. The members of the senior class having passed through all the vicissitudes of a schoolcareer, think it not only a pleasure but a duty to give an account of some of their experiences for the guidance of the undergraduates. For the Freshmen class there is not much to say, they are a light hearted, gay, jolly set of girls and boys, who try very hard to obey the rules, and succeed very well considering their gay natures. But we can say to them that if they would work a little harder to pass their exams as Freshmen it would save many an hour of work and worry to catch up when the time approaches to graduate. They should rem ember that life is not to be taken too lightly and should work zealously to become in the course of time, honest, conscientious, workers for the good of the school. We leave as a charge to them the preservation of the good record of the school for they must remember that all the other class must be recruited from the ranks of the Freshmen. To the Jolly Sophmore class we do not know what to say, because it is the most important year of a scholar’s school life. It is during the Sophmore year that a pupil’s record is made or destroyed. They have not approached near enough to that goal of every scholars hope, Commencement, to have it act as an incentive to better work. All they see is hard work ahead and no immediate reward. We can not caution them enough, not to get behind in their work, or to allow themselves to be careless in their choice of subjects. Choose those studies which will help you in the college course you intend to take, or at least pursue some definite course of study if you wish to succeed in your school work. We would charge this class to watch especially their own work, and to maintain above all else the high record of Watkins High School. The Sophmore class takes charge of the social side of the school life, leading in the entertainments and parties because they have more time than the Juniors and more experience than the Freshmen. Of the Junior class there is not much to say. Those who have survived their freshman and sophmore years have had enough experience to take care of themselves. It is their duty to preserve order among the underclassmen by gently showing them the error of their wavs and to initiate the new members of the school in to the ways of the school so that they may not cause the professor any trouble. This charge is a short one but none the less important. I can not lay too much stress on the importance of underclassmen receiving the proper treatment on entering the school. Of the Senior class we will say nothing, leaving them to their own wisdom and the mercy of providence. The last things I should like to say to the undergraduates is to strive to maintain the high record of our school both in studies and in athletics. A. F. F. ‘05 •I f I I • • � • . f If . • V I I ■