Weber State University - Acorn Yearbook (Ogden, UT)

Text from Pages 1 - 138 of the 1925 volume:

1925 Acorn y' The Acorn A Record of the Year 1924-25 published by the Student Body of Weber College Ot, DKN, UTAH Contents Title Page Pace 3 Contents 4 Foreword 5 “The Purple and White” 6 Dedication 7 The College 9 The Board of Trustees 16 The President •7 The Faculty 18 The College Year 21 Rallies Dances 3« The Student Body 37 The Sophomore Class 4o T he Freshman Class 5« Missionary Club 62 Student Activities 63 Herald r,5 Acorn 66 Literary Journal 68 Oratory and Debating 69 Dramatics 7i Music 74 Athletics 77 Football 81 Basketball 89 Minor Athletics 94 Calendar 96 In Appreciation 104 Advertisements 106 4 Foreword An effort has been made to embody in the 1925 Acorn every detail that can make it dearer to the heart of its proud possessor as the fleeting years rake away youth and vi- sions, and leave only the sweet, tender, mem- ories. Together with an accurate account of every individual’s activity we have endeavored to record those traditions held sacred by loyal Weber men and women, and to make these pages breathe forth that brotherly spirit of loyalty and excellence expressed in the Pur- ple and White. Such departures as have been made from the style of past Acorns” have been made with this aim in mind. The avoidance of the stilted reports with their extravagant eulogies and the use of more purposeful art has been our constant objective. A progressive pictorial chapter from the lives of those courageous pioneers to whom we are indebted for our ideals and for our very existence has been inserted to broaden the appeal of the book and to reflect our gratitude for their sacrifices. That this volume may be a constant trea- sure chest of delightful recollections and in- spirations is the sincere wish of the staff. 5 The Purple and White W. H. Manning Proudly waving o’er Old Weber, An ensign of truth and right; The flag 1 love; it waves above— J love it with all my might. Oh royalty lies in its Purple And purity in its White. A king I’ll be if I’m true to thee And dare to do the right. Chorus Oh, I’ll be true to thee, Oh, Purple and White And I will stand by thee in any fight, For truth and right I’ll always be Close by thee, Oh, flag. Aye! Aye! All thy children honor thee, Honor, thine forever be. Thou art mine forever—Purple and White. We will e’er be true, Oh, Weber, To thy virtues high and rare. We will adore, forever more, Thy name forever bear. So here’s to thee, Alma Mater, For thy glory and thy might, I hy flag shall be the flag for me, Forever the Purple and White. 6 DEDICATION TO THE UTAH PIONEERS WHOSE SACRIFICES MADE POSSIBLE THE FOUNDING OF THIS INSTITUTION AND WHOSE SPIRIT AND IDEALS ARE FOREVER EMBODIED IN IT THIS BOOK IS REVERENTLY DEDICATED rmjrjii turn uyjii iA wmwinmnaa-- .. iSltttitf 1 ■•■• •VAWIWWJ mhi r-’iutj’Jiuuu vr, -.UiUOJl'iiUH •, '• t|.y)i nii,!A|tS S - ouia Reproduction of the Munich Tablet, officially presented to the If 'ebcr College by Sherman Couch, f w president, March 7, $ � . The COLLEGE Snow-capped Ml. Ogden as seen from the campus—IVeber's own peak 12 Another leafy bower, its overspreading foliage pierced by shafts of mid-afternoon sunlight. «� The Board Thos. E. McKay, Prtsiitnt John V. Ht u oi George E. Drowning Iiios. I.. Allen Robert I. Burton Henry H. Hi.hod Howard Randall, (no piaurt) Aaron Ward Tracy President of the College «7 John (i. l.is'D, B.S., A.M., I’ii.I). Pro . Phxsical Science I'mnckv Bakdck Assoc. Prof, of Eilucettion I .v di a H. Tannkk, B.S. Pn . Domestic Art � nd Science Romm J. Kvann, Pm. I), Pro . Urological Science M� :ri.o.v J. Stkvunson, B.S. Pro esior of Mathematics Director of Athletics John Q. Bi.avmjok, A.B., A.M. Prof. Distort o t:i Political Seiene M arion T. Rkai . A.B. A'soe Prof of English l.uvri R Min(’HCI.u i i: Prof. of Mutir I'.va Hkowninc Librarian K i sm ni CiKO. !• Mti iv, A.It Prof, of English Ijtngttnge (inn: Woo� , A.B.. A. l. .fssor. Prof, of English J ENNIS RlDOF. , A.It, Pro , of Modern Langnagts A. I.kOX Winx«i5. A.B., A.M. Director of Normal Training Profator of Psychology and Edurat io� l.lflU I VRR 'Secretary to the President Mi l it Hvm; Registrar CLASSES UNDER. MODERN CLASSWORK. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT WHVIVMNIFREOI STAR STUDENT DOW DOt A ' 1 , SPECIAL CLASSES AT ALL HOURS ■■i Planting SeVENTv eight YEARS ago a little company of brave and sturdy pioneers spanned the vast wilderness to find a new home in the mountainsof the west. These pioneers walked most of the way from the Missouri River to the Great Salt I.ake, a distance of more than a thousand miles. In their covered wagons were ploughs and other implements, seed grain, and a season's supply of provisions. Hop did they not have to plant crop� for their subsistence during the following winter? In the spring of five thousand acres of land were under cultivation in the Salt Lake Valley of Utah. Nine hundred acres had been sowed with winter wheat. The welfare of the people in the valley and of those who were to come from the far away frontier depended on the suc- cess of this crop. The present supplies of the settler were getting very low. The brave little group was a thousand miles from anywhere'’ and the only means of communica- tion with the outside world was by ox team and pack- mule. If the harvest failed—what then? Foreword Any account of the hikes, rallies, and celebrations of a school year will be found to voice many of the school’s tra- ditions as well as to recall many incidents of personal interest to every student taking part. These factors have been deemed of sufficient importance to justi- fy the space given such activities in the Acorn this year. It is desired that the brief record of these events that it has been possible to here include will serve as a framework upon which your memory may hang the pleasant recollections of thousands of joyful moments that you would other- wise have forgotten; that your love for your Alma Mater and for your class- mates may grow with every passing year. The College Year Student body officers elected for the year 1924-25 were pledged to carry out an exten- sive advertising campaign to insure a large en- rollment when school opened for the fall quarter. During the summer months every opportunity to speak a word for Weber was eagerly seized. Two weeks before school began, students were busy preparing a pre-season edition of the Weber Herald. Committees of students and faculty members were already arranging the details of the President’s Reception, the opening social event of the year. Only such unselfish loyalty to Weber’s cause, continued through the year, has made possible the many noteworthy accomplishments that have been achieved. The Mt. Ogden Hike The first event of real importance directed by the student body was the annual Mr. Og- den Hike. It was a glorious day in Weber history in spite of the fact that a chill wind, that increased in velocity with every upward step, was whipping the cold gray clouds around the peaks. The occasional moments of sunshine and the protection of sheltering clifi's afforded opportunity for the hikers to engage in periods of fun. Irma Galbraith and Dorothy Ballantyne, while trying to capture two elusive doughnuts hanging on a string, gathered enough powdered sugar on their noses to protect them from the weather dur- ing the entire trip. Miss Ridges proved her- self one of the best hikers of rhe day. She led the bunch nearly all the way to the top. After five chilly hours of climbing the hikers . «? tht Imi found themselves perched on the cold windy summit. It was indeed a “cold reception” as one of them expressed it. Numbed fingers found it almost impossible to gather fuel for a fire which when built was only warm where there was a flame, and there it was too warm. Numbed faces refused to function when the lunches were brought forth. It was a reverent, shivering group that stood with bared heads while Old Glory was unfurled on the steel pole and while the prayer was offered. Weber had again gained rhe top in the face of formidable obstacles. Tkt Peak The Ricks-Weber Football Rally What a thrill to see our own Purple and White flapping lazily, gracefully in the gentle fall breeze over the city hall. We who proudly passed along the streets that day knew that Weber had at last won a place in the esteem of Ogden. With a victory over Intermountain Union, a four year college, we were already making plans for a game with Phoenix, Arizona, for the National Junior College Championship. Ricks was challenging our right to the honor. The rumor had come that the northern school had a fast aggregation and were fully intend- ing to stop our rush for the flag. Only en- ,h u'wsostr 0%tUn thusiasm and support could win us a victory. Onl a good crowd at the game would insure the financial returns needed to put over rhe year’s athletic program. n enthusiastic student body, almost to a man, rallied to rhe cause to put over the first big advertising feature of rhe season, d ogged with home- made “Weber vs. Ricks” posters, and led by the band, the cheering half- organized mob marched through the streets. With yells and songs they bombarded the city hall to observe the “temper” of rhe city “dads”. 1 hen it was that the mayor with smiling countenance proclaimed his in- rerest in the college, opened the doors and invited his visitors in. He even smiled with compassion on one. Boh Burton, whose plea to help the blind was rewarded with a gener- ous rip. Student officers mounted the Hall tower and the Purple and White was unfurled ar the top of the pole while Lester's band lustily sent the strains of the song vibrating across the square. Game' Advertisers The Phoenix Rally Enthusiasm ran high at Webf.r with the approach of the long antici- pated game with Arizona. Once again a national championship was at our doors; this time the decision was to be determined on our own field. Yells almost led themselves. But mere cheers and the display of colors were not sufficient to the new need. The problem of raising two thousand dollars to cover the expenses of this, the real sport classic of Ogden’s his- tory, a Western championship football game, had to he met. How it was done, Weberites will never forget. A whole state was di- vided into districts to which students were assigned. Every business and residence block in Ogden City was canvassed. Kor two days no classes were held while students and faculty sold tickets. A ticket selling contest disclosed the fact that there were some real salesmen at the College. Frank Barton easily led with sixtv-five dollars for the campaign. Genevei ve Checketts, Ruth Hadlock, and Maurine Hinckley were close seconds. Erwin Nelson and Rigby Jacobs did excellent work in the cities to the north and south, respectively. The Ogden Chamber of Commerce backed the school to a man in the big drive, rendering substantial financial aid besides assisting with the advertising campaign. The city officials furnished four large trucks to be used in rally features. They also provided the men and machinery to re- move the snow from the field so that the game could be played. The night of the arrival of the Phoenix team the entire student body marched to the Union Depot to welcome them to the city and escort them to the hotel. Founders' Day Founders’ Day at Weber this year was marked by the all-pervading spirit of thank- fulness and reverence that always attends the occasion. Friends and alumni came from far and near to do honor to Weber’s fathers. Classes began as usual in the morning but at io A.M. all assembled in the recently re- finished auditorium for the morning exer- cises. Mr. John Watson, the only surviving member of the original Board, was present and delivered the address. He told of his early life and associations with the men who had sacrificed so much that Weber might be, and left a very clear impression in the minds of his hearers of the point of view of the men of his time. The parade formed at eleven o’clock and marched to each of Weber’s homes, the Sec- ond ward hall, the Tabernacle, the Fifth ward institute, and back to the present location, the home of the school since 1892. The evening program was marked by the address of Pres. David O. McKay on “The Founders of Weber” in which he carried the audience back to the days when Weber was struggling along as an Academy. He told of the loyal support of the Bishops of the various wards, of the financial sacrifices made by the members of the original board, and then pictured the good that had come into the world as a result of their labors. The services were almost religious in tone. Not one of the listeners left without being inspired by the magnitude of the Weber ideal or without be- ing consumed with a desire to live lives of greater usefulness to mankind. JUSTA REAL good car IT HOME PAUL REVERE S RIDE OUR NOBLE TOUNDE KW6SOP the Earth STREET IN NEED OF help Gym Opening This year was marked by the long anticipated formal opening of the Weber Gymnasium. January 9th huge crowds thronged its beautiful lobby. Thousands of visitors, conducted through the building by a group of Weber girls attired in the trim gymnasium costume, found it a superior building indeed. Its beautiful ballroom, spacious locker rooms, basket ball court, and pool were features that provoked showers of enthusiastic approval. The townspeople were more than pleased with every detail of the structure; but to those Weberites, past and present, who had so long looked ahead for this day and who had sacrificed so much toward its attainment, (he moment had a meaning of far greater significance. 11 was a love realized and their hearts were warmed by the sight. Basketball Tournament Rally Phis year the Weber College has brought to Ogden two great sporting events, the Weber Phoenix Championship football game and the Utah- Idaho Junior College Basket Ball Tournament. Enthusiasm was at high pitch at the College when it was definitely decided to bring the tourna- ment to the Weber Gymnasium. Again the problem of raising funds had to be met. Professor M. T. Stevenson, who was put in charge of the work, called on students of known selling abilities and gave them tickets to dis- pose of on a commission basis. The backing of the business interests of the town was enlisted, and, as was the case with the big football game, they responded in fine style. The Chamber of Commerce again rendered valuable assistance in the advertising campaign. So effective was the work that telephone calls for reserved seats came in from every quarter twenty four hours after the campaign had begun. “Les” Hinchcliff and the Boys’ Glee entertained at all the Luncheon clubs in the city and at the Ogden High School during the drive. Students from out-of-town localities were assigned to sell tickets and Kulon and Lawrence Jenkins were signally successful at Plain City. Erwin Nelson again made a commendable showing at Brigham City. As a special inducement, an aeroplane ride was offered to t he girls selling the most tickets. The following girls were so successful that all were granted a spin over the city: Dorothy Ballantyne, Irma Galbraith, La Von Irapp, Mary Welch, Portia Holt, Myrtle Jensen, Maurine Hinckley, Cumorah Thurgood and Genevieve Checketts. 'AW.COM E TH ee - TRICK5 «au, wu you.?. COINCj UP APTEp. It ALL WAS OVBR WAIT TILL YOU GET 'EM UP INTHE AIR,TDM Dances The President’s Reception The Weber dances held this year will always be re- membered with pleasure by those who have attended them. Of these dances the President's Reception, held October 4th in the Berthana, was one of the best. The second annual reception to be given by the president and faculty of the college, it added greatly to the pres- tige of this yearly affair, and helped to build tradition for future dances of its kind. The President’s Reception is held at the beginning.of each school year as an introduction to the season's social activities. It is given by the president and faculty of the school to the students and friends of Weber. The hosts and hostesses stand in the receiving line and greet all who attend the party. The popularity and dignity of the Reception was well shown by the large, well-mannered crowd which at- tended the one given last autumn. The presence of many Weber alumni was especially gratifying. The dance was a very fine occasion, and we are fortunate to have had the privilege of enjoying it. i 3« Valentine Party Another function to assume importance in the school’s social calendar was the Valentine dance. 'This party, sponsored by the girls of the school, was held in the Weber Gymnasium ballroom, and was a success from every point of view. No special attempt was made to decorate the hall for the occasion. Girls’ Dance The fellows of the college were entertained as they never were before at the annual Girls’ Day dance, which was held at the Weber Gymnasium, May i. The girls gallantly called for their partners, took them to the dance, checked the hats, paid the admission, filled the programs, bought the refreshments and in many in- stances took their partner home afterward. It was the one dance of the year where there were no wallflowers, everyone danced. It was without doubt the most suc- cessful Girls’ Day ball in the history of the school. J2 Acorn Ball A i’RKCF.DF.XT was established in the giving of this year’s Acorn Ball. The event has usually been regarded as an opportunity for raising funds for rhe publication of the Year Book. This time the desire for financial returns was subordinated to the desire to realize an ideal a beautiful, artistic affair, such as would inspire rhe finest response in dance and song. An attempt was made in the decorations to interpret a Spanish idea, to create the romantic atmosphere of that classical country. In rhe far cor- ners of rhe Ballroom were Acacia flower booths. Large Spanish lanterns furnished just the proper lighting effect. Through the featuring of some of the finer representative Spanish entertainment effort was made to make the Acorn Ball a night of real charm and memory, worthy of setting a standard for future annuals. Next to the Prom it was the greatest social triumph of rhe season. Miss Klla Robinson, selected queen of the ball, chose Steve White as king. 'They were attended by troubadours and gypsy maidens, in costume. Committees composed of members of the Acorn Staff, prominent stu- dents of rhe school and faculty members, assisted by a large group of will- ing students, were responsible for the decorations, for rhe program and for the Spanish garden in the balcony where refreshments were served. The activities of the evening were under the direction of Miss Marion Reed, faculty coach, and Mr. Karl Murray, business manager. Lack of space will not permit mention of all who worked to make the affair such a mag- nificent success. 3.? The College Promenade The second annual College Promenade was held in rhe beautiful Berthana ballroom, March 27. According to the precedent of last year it was again strictly formal. The air of dignity and refinement was up to the former year’s standard, while flowers in profusion made it even superior in beauty. The grand march, declared by many the most beautiful they had ever seen, was led by Mr. Willis White and Miss Klla Ferrin. The officers of the Freshman class merit commendation for carrying out the ideas of rhe preceding year in such an excellent manner. “Auf Wiederschen” was again the part- ing dance. 15 cieopvmAs SPPJNG STYLES JUS Tin PUN BBAUng 6BAST SMIL65 Yit thae-e opAces STA66S '7 ' HAPPYFAMILY friSALE TAADB ru$tPO SIN6 'Don't rcM such ivA$h OH DOLORI Deliverance How anxiously thu Pioxr.EK.v were awaiting the results of their first labors to redeem the desert and to make the wilderness blossom. They labored untiringly, caring lor the precious crop. Soon tender blades showed above the surface of the field� ; their winter grain was beginning to sprout. Then came the crickets! Myriads of these de- structive pest rolled in black legions down the mountain side, and attacked the fields. The tender crop fell an easy prey to the invaders. The ground over which they passed looker! as if it had been scotched by fire. The settlers did all in their power to overcome the devourers. Still the cricket prevailed. Men stood discouraged, heartsick; the women fell to their knees and prayed. All the hope of a harvest w � fast vanishing, a harvest upon which life itself seemed to depend. Then the miraculous happened. Great flock of gulls appeared. Were these, also, going to destroy? At first sight it seemed so, but no; they came to prey upon the de� troycr . Back and forth they flew, alternately feeding and disgorging, until the crickets had been exterminated. The first settlers of the state of Utah were saved. Foreword In numbers the student body has been small but in spirit and accomplishments it has been great. A constant feeling of good will and helpfulness has prevailed throughout its every division and between it and the College Administration. In this section of the Acorn you will meet the friends of your “good old Weber days” who teamed with you to make the College a growing, happy, institution. Hknsi.f.v Cortez Ki.i.a Robinson’ Stkki.inc Wheelwright President i'iet-President Seerelttrv The Associated Students I' or thk student bodv oruani ation, the year 1924-25 has been more eventful and lias seen the fulfillment of higher aspirations than has any other year of student body history. High goals have been set, and high goals have been reached. The big problem that has faced the officers this year has been the one of carrying on the activities that necessarily ac- company every successful college year, and of doing so with an organiza- tion and treasury greatly handicapped from the first day by limited financial resources. Only the pioneer spirit of service and cooperation of the Associated Students has made possible the signal achievements of this year. The student body activities have been promoted with a two-fold pur- pose in mind: hirst, to provide opportunity for development of partici- pants, and to furnish the necessary social pleasures; and second, through the medium of activities, to make the power of this institution felt in the community. The influence of Weber has always been manifest in the scholarship and up-right characters of the thousands who have passed through her halls of learning. 11 has taken the popular appeal of athletics, however, to place Weber College before the eyes of the people of the city and state. The bringing here of the Phoenix football team, the successful promotion of the intersectional game, and the victory of Weber have all been of immeasurable value in the furthering of the college cause. The establishment of the Junior College tournament under the auspices of Weber has placed the school and its gymnasium prominently before the citizens of Weber Countv. The Board of Control The Board ok Control—the Student-Faculty governing body of the College has been very busy this year due to the many really big activi- ties that have been undertaken by the small student body. (James, rallies, tournaments, and contests of various other sorts have required its atten- tion. It has had charge of student body finances, student discipline, ap- pointment of officers, and student awards. As an intermediary between the students and the administration it has been able ro maintain a spirit of harmony at all times. President Aaron W. Tracy and Professor John O. Blaylock have been the Faculty representatives on the Board while the Associated Students have been represented by five members: the President, Vice-President, and Secretary of the Student Body, and the presidents of the two classes. Public Service Bureau The Public Service Bureai , under the di- rection of Miss Gladys Blaylock and Miss Josephine Matr el, has been unusually active this year. Through the efforts of this bureau thousands of people throughout the county have enjoyed the singing, playing, reading and speaking of the many talented students of the College. In connection with the mission- ary club the number of programs presented approaches the two hundred mark. In some instances five programs have been furnished in one evening. No other one agency has con- tributed so much toward placing College tal- ent before the people, nor has any other agency given so many the opportunities of ex- pression that make attainment worth while as has the Public Service Bureau. The officers this year have efficiently car- ried out a work of great importance. The Sophomore Class Van Tanner .■his and Sciences Ki.nora Crompton Education Ki.ma Tavlor Education Henry Zitzman .his and Sciences Alton Poulson . his and Sciences Pearl Burch Education Vkrnai.1) Ym. Johns Ci morah Thurcood L-urf.nck J enkins .iris and Sciences Education .iris and Sciences Kith Tanner Education Kj.i.a Kf.rrix .iris and Sciences Carma I)ok;i.as Education Rigby Jacobs . his and Sciences Ada link Kri.i.s Education 1 .ois Chard Education KRN WaYMENT Education Robkkt R. Bcrton cirts and Sciences Irna Cram Education Ki i.on BHUS Arts and Sciences I.ois YVadk Educatum Kim.on Jknkins Arts and Sciences V ROMA 1 loi.MCRKN Arts and Sciences Thki.ma Brown Education Ki.ixabkth Lindsay Education ■H K ari. Win son Iris and Sciences JoSKI'HINK MaN .KI. Education Irma Galbraith Educatio)! Kraxk M. Rarton Medicine Ki.air I‘Owl hr Arts and Sciences ’|R ;INIA f.I TKROOM Arts and Sciences ■« Clifford Smout Arts and Sciences Jack C. Christen’sex Education Mvrtlf. Brown Education Anna Corky Education Mamie Oborn irts and Sciences Kva Shreeve Education St K RUNG Y H K K 1. W RIG H I Kak Chadwick 1 .ORN (lAKFIBU) drts and Sciences Education Education I'.i.la Korin son Ina Spaulding Ki.izabkth Shaw . I its and Sciences Educatio)! dels and Sciences V. 47 Ivihki. Martix Education Dki.ton Pram wei.i. Engineering Nat Parry Arts and Sciences Adrian Gibby Education J Ruth Hadlock. Education Kd.mond McGregor Engineering 48 I Iensley Cor it. . Engineering Clarence Barker Engineering CiRACK MlIKiLKN Education Dorothy Bai.lantyne Myrtle Jensen Education Arts and Sciences Portia 1 Ioli Education — ■ (lOKI)ON I .EE (il.ADVS Hl.AVI.CCK Ed,nc tt:on Education Harrison Parker Education Ai.va Kjic'iie . his and Scicn cs I.kRoy Condie his and Sciences The Freshman Class C. I'.KWIN NkI.SON President Miriam Cain Vice-President 11 KOI.I) I ARl.F.V Secretary CurroN Smith Nona Wm.i.ack (iol.DF.N SmF.DI.F.V l U RINK I 11 N'C'K 1.1'V Wll.UAM Mll.LKR Mii.dkkd Stai.i.incs I .kRoV (i ROli F.R i Imi.f.kx A (.kin Gi.kx Ward Raymond Storkv Ai.thka Thomas Lorin Moork t ARI. Sit R'l Ci.u dii. NTs I lo YAKD 1‘OWI.KS Hi-:i i.ah Si m.i.inos WTi.i.is Wiutk Anna Rkih Rhkhs Ki-i.on Doxky Cakmkn Mali. I.kKoy |ohnson VlKOISIA 1)1N'CillAM Virginia Wardi.kioh Hilda Tomlinson Clifton Khkad I'RANKR Bf.AI. Sl’KNCKR I KNKINN Bi.aisk Peterson Kmma Pf.rucca CiKNK Grkenwei.i. ArTF.I.I. MORGAN Donnf.i.i. Si kwari Winifred I Ioi.mgkkn I.awrencf. Shaw Louise Miu.f.r Ik’KRKI.I. RrillXSTKlN ■ ■ KaKI. Ml RKAV M able Packer Wallace White Gi.advs Norton Wilforo Mecham Marv Welch Marlowe I Ialversok Ii� a Dalton Im;mio Kaiiro Milton li. Tayi.or Kern Poulson Garnett I.ittlf.hki.d Junior Pf.tterson Gladys J f.nskn J ames Ramiton K.leanor Glints Mildred I.kvkdahi. Alberta Stratford William Beazer Frank Robinson Wade Stephens Clifford IIunsaker John Chadwick. Thos. G. Gibbv Velva Bachman Karl Hokklund La Von Trapp Missionary Club Thk Missionary Cu u is a new organization at Weber. It is coni| osed of missionaries who have returned from their fields of labor and again taken up their college work. Its purpose is to keep alive that missionary spirit of service by cooperatively rendering as- sistance to the school as a whole and by fostering student activities. It also endeavors to promote a higher standard of spirituality among the students. The officers during the initial year of the club’s existence were: Willis P. White, Presi- dent; Ruth Tanner, Vice-President; Karl Borklund, Secretary. F.lmcr Xeilsen acted as Secretary throughout the winter quarter during the absence of Mr. Borklund. During the year the club has rendered hundreds of Sunday evening programs in the wards of the county, independently anti in cooperation with the Public Service Bureau. Besides these some programs have been furnished in assembly, anil street rallies in the in- terest of school activities have l een conducted. The Missionary Club is destined to become a permanent institution at the College. The membership for the year 19:4-25 includes: Name Willis P. White Karl Borklund Milton 'Paylor Gilbert Gibby I Roy Groberg John Chadwick LeRoy Murdock Paul Cragun Field of liabor Germany Western States Japan Southern States Western States Mexico California Australia Name Ruth Tanner C. Krwin Nelson I.eRoy Johnson Klmer Neilscn Vernal Stimpson Richard Baker Wilford Mecham Frank Robinson I' iehi of labor California Canada New Zealand Central States California Kastern States Northwestern States Arizona Harvesting Great were the rejoicings of the pioneers when they harvested the miraculously saved crop. This harvest meant food for them during the long hard winter ahead. The glad people celebrated, with a public feast and gathering, their first harvest. One of the pioneers said of the event: Large sheaves of wheat, rye, bar- ley, oats and other products, were hoisted on poles for exhibition, and there was prayer and thanksgiving, congratulations, songs, speeches, music, dancing, smiling faces and merry hearts. It was a great day indeed for the people of the valley, and long to be remembered by those who had suffered and waited anxiously for the results of the first efforts to redeem the interior deserts of America.” Foreword Herein is presented a brief record of the friendly rivalries and the cooperative activities of the students of the College. Although lack of space has made it im- possible to include many important de- tails that might prove interesting to Weber men and women, it is hoped that no activity or participant deserving men- tion in these pages has been missed. There are some types of service that, because of their very fineness, cannot be recorded in any book of this nature. Such service is devotedly, quietly, un- officially rendered; it is fitting that it re- ceive its reward in silence. TWRee MND A COMMUNITY SANDWICH PLEASc DO! KAJIPO ?o ,e$ TWO oj ONE ASHE5 The Herald The object of the Weber Herald this year has been to accomplish two things, namely: To build a paper so that it would look like a news- paper, and to write a paper so that it would sound like a newspaper. This has required con- stant care in the selection of articles and more discrimination in the choosing and balancing of headings. In the past, the paper has tended more toward the journal form bur this year, due to the able efforts of C. Erwin Nelson,edi- t. I'.kwix Nklson, Editor for, if has held strictly to the newspaper style. This change has brought much favor- able comment and ar the present time the Weber Her- ald is classed with the leading college newspapers of the country. Its appearance is always eagerly awaited. Cirack Wood, Coach The Staff Roiii.k i K. Burton ■ Ittinam Editor Virginia Bingham Satiny Miriam Cain AVtw Gi:sc Grkkswm.i. Sports Wallaci Whit� Bnsintss Manager Mvrti.� Jensen Exchange Anna B� :im Khk� .� New Van Tans� :� Sports I.orin Moori Feature) M urin� : Hincklev Exchange 65 The Acorn Staff' Verna li Wm. Johns Elizabeth Shaw Editor Associate Editor Anna Corky Snaps Virginia Wardleigh Assistant Artist Dorothy Ballantyne Ki th Tanner Features Circulation Kari- Murray I.kRoy Johnson Bus. Mgr. Circulation Irma Galbraith Calendar YYini krki Holmgren Artist Marian Read Faculty Coach 6 i Robert R. Burton Editor Ki.ma Tayi.or luotiate Editor Wallace Whiik Bminttt Manager The Weber Literary Journal Prof. Parley, Conch Extemporaneous Contest The Erf.shmkn were easy winners in the Barker Extemporaneous Con- test, this vear. A wide variety of topics of national and local interest, selected l� v Professor Kenneth G. Earley of the English Department, pro- vided the subject matter for the series. The final contest was won by Miss Ruth Tanner, speaking on “A Spiritual Reawakening in Ogden.” Grant Oratorical Contest Thk c; han't Oratorical Contest, the one big oratorical event of the year, was again participated in In every student of the school. A group of the best ten-minute talks were se- lected for the semi-finals and from these five were chosen to be learned for the final contest. The subject for this year, ‘‘What are the Real Kvidences of a Religious Life?” was of a na- ture requiring an unusual amount of original thought and admitting of a great variety of interpretations. The five contestants qualify- ing for the finals were: Miss Althea Thomas, Mr. Robert Burton, Mr. Rulon Bens, Mr. C. Krwin Nelson and Mr. Vernald W. Johns. Rti.on s Mr. Rulon Beus, was chosen by the judges as the winner, and for his efforts received an autographed book from Presi- dent Heber J. Grant. The judges for the contest were: Attorney Belnap, Reverend C. C . Wilson, and Reverend |. K. Carver. The Debating Club 'The Debating Club, organized this year un- der the direction of Mr. Rulon Beus, debating manager, with Mr. Karl Borklund as Presi- dent, was an important factor in the develop- ment of the Weber debaters. Speakers were secured to address the members upon the principles of debating and upon the subject chosen for the League debates. It afforded all its members valuable preliminary practice in the art of argumentative expression even though many were not successful in their at- tempt to secure places on the school team. With the continued growth of the College the club should become a much more prominent division of the student body. Kari. IfoRKI.I Nl) Debating Thr vkar 1924-2; iiroi i.ht i light two of the best debating teams ever produced in the history of Weber. Che Affirmative consisted of J. Frank Robinson and Rulon Reus; The Negative, Karl Winsorand Willis P. White; with I d I a Robinson and Klmer Nielson as alternates. The subject for debate for the I rah-Idaho Junior College League was “Resolved that Con- gress should be empowered to annul by two thirds vote decisions of the Supreme Court de- claring acts of Congress unconstitutional. The question was a rather difficult one on which to obtain an affirmative decision, practically all decisions rendered being unanimous for the negative. Weber’s first debate was with the Intermounrain I’nion College of Helena, Montana. The affirmative was ably defended by J. Frank Robin- son and Rulon Reus representing Weber. The debate was admittedly the best ever given from the Weber rostrum. The decision, two to one for the negative, was an agreeable surprise to Professor Allan C. Lemon, the Intermounrain I’nion debate coach. March 13, the Weber affirmative met the Latter Day Saint I 'niversity negative at Weber and lost by a unanimous decision. Weber was repre- sented bv J. Frank Robinson and Rulon Reus. On the same date the Weber negative met Ricks Normal College at Rexburg and won a unanimous decision. Weber was represented by Karl Winsor and Willis P. White. Brigham Young College ami Snow College t ied for honors for t he season 19 4-25- Ki ion IJi i s 1'« ikk Kom .«i. WiiikWhi� K a«iu Winsor Manager J. O. Ki.4VI.ock, Ddating Coatft Dramatics Dramatics havk takkn a prominent place in Weber activities this year. The return of our annual visitor, Professor Lemuel B. C. Josephs, of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts at New York City, was rite greatest single factor in the year’s successes. He directed the presentation of the annual Alumni play and portrayed one of the leading roles. The play pre- sented was Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.” It was played two nights at the Orpheum theatre before crowded houses and won praise from all. During the winter quarter the I 'resit man class presented the play “Miss Molly.” The characters were ably portrayed by Miss La von Trapp, Gil- bert Thatcher, F.rwin Nelson, Althea Thomas, Nona Wallace, Mildred Stallings, Mabel Packer, and Leonard Steimle. A few weeks later the Sophomores presented Suppressed Desires,” and “Maker of Dreams.” The first was cast with “Pete” Couch, Dorothy Bal- lantyne, and Lima Taylor. In the latter Rig Jacobs, Portia Holt and Nat Parry displayed their talent. These plays were directed by Miss Grace Wood dramatic coach. The crowning event of the year was the presentation of the school play, Kollo’s Wild Oat.” The play this year was presented on the Weber stage. Mr. (Jean Green well and Miss Elizabeth Shaw took the lead- ing roles. They were supported by Eva Shreeve, Nona Wal- lace, Rulon Doxey, LeRoy Johnson, Karl Borklund, Gar- nett Littlefield, Miriam Cain, Hensley Cortez, Dorothy Bal- lantyne and Elmer Neilson. The characters were excep- tionally well chosen and much favorable comment was aroused. The stage settings also were so excellently ar- ranged as to call forth praise from the audience. Credit for directing the play is due Mr. Joe Williams, of the Moroni Olson players, and an alumnus of Weber. His aim was to make the play the most finished production in Weber’s Dramatic history. His success was vouched for by the spon- taneous praise of the audience after both performances. Music To ATTEMPT A JUST REPORT of the musical activities for the year 1924-25 borders on the impossible. Weber has always enjoyed an ex- ceptional musical atmosphere. The large en- rollment of its combined college and high school days has heretofore provided a wealth of talent with which to work. The success of Professor Lester Hinchdiffe under the ad- verse conditions that have prevailed is de- serving commendation. He has literally been obliged to use the men’s and ladies’ (dee clubs as a nucleus to reach'the whole school to sing in order to carry out the musical program. January 23, 1925, the combined Glee Clubs presented a comic entertainment Come In Costume featuring the pres- entation of the “Mikado,” a light opera. The opera was presented in humorous style interspersed with timely jokes on the students and faculty and with the singing of community songs. At rile conclusion of the enter- tainment the audience was invited toacostume dance in the Gymnasium ballroom. The glee clubs were assisted by t he Weber Symphony Orchestra. The most elaborate effort of the Glee Clubs yet remains to be attempted as the Acorn goes to press. Lor the past several weeks they have been practicing diligently, preparing to present “The Creation in conjunc- tion with the Ogden Tabernacle Choir. A sire on the bench east of the city, north of the mouth of Taylor’s Canyon has been chosen as the scene of the rendition. Rand and Orchestra Dckino the room all and basketball seasons the band was an important organization indeed. Music for games and rallies was always in demand. The small group of musicians were more than equal to the occasion, presenting a class of music that was always appreciated. The limited en- rollment made impossible any attempt at concert work and as soon as the call for rally-music ceased the band disorganized. 'The members continued their musical activities during the rest of the year with the Weber sym- phony Orchestra, an organization of about thirty members, directed by Professor Lester Hinchdiffe, and composed of College, High School, Jun- ior High Sch x)l, and Professional talent. I r was calculated in this manner to provide the necessary aesthetic training demanded by the college stu- dents and at the same time to build up a nucleus for future college musical organizations. 'The Weber Symphony Orchestra has rendered two de- lightful devotional programs, has assisted in the production of the Mi- kado and furnished a large number of pieces for the “Messiah” presented by the Ogden Tabernacle Choir. The orchestra will also furnish the ac- companiment for the “Creation” to be sung on May 28th. The Weber College Glee Clubs COLLEGE SCAHDAl WHAT'S THE )OK£? AOCO6N SMILE PRETTY STUDY PERIOD pARkOLOOY ANEW species TO THE DEATH TIME TO SNOW MODERN ATHLETICS SLfWMOUTON THE WIFE VAPJETY HOME GREEKS 3 BUMPS ON 1 LOO A WALKOUTBVA O! JUST ME ELIA IS GYPPED CHARMING PtOftfc aSmallfkg. ;.y SCHOOL TOUGHS RUS IN UR BE 0Rf6N AS GRASS JUST COUSINS ATHLETICS Merlon L. Stevenson, Coach F o reword I'nder the direction of Professor M. L. Stevenson, athletics have had a very successful year. A western states football championship was the greatest laurel resulting from the season's activities. Though Basketball scores were not so favorable, a clean sporting team of excellent players has everywhere won the admiration of the fans. Thar spirit of loyalty that prompted the football players themselves to pay their own admittance to the Weber-Phoenix game has inspired their actions as representatives of the school throughout the year. It is in the development of such a spirit that our greatest success has been achieved. Westminster o Weber 24 Weber’s football team opened the season determined to win a national championship. The first game with Westminster, played at Ogden, showed that many improvements were necessary before such a goal could be attained. The men failed to take advantage of many excellent oppor- tunities to score afforded by the weaknesses of the opposing eleven. Kven so, the Parsons were clearly out-played. A heavy, muddy field made the scoring somewhat slow and left the clean new purple and white jerseys looking as if they had already been through a hard season. A backward pass, the play that was so often used later in the season, netted Weber alxmt seventy yards early in the second quarter, and the next play brought a touchdown. Pete kicked goal and the score stood 14 to o for Weber. One more touchdown and a place kick accounted for ten more points. i'lTi.” Couch, Fullback 8: Monk Hai.lidav, Sft arlcrback Curr 1 Vr..vr, ilaljhatk Intermountain Union 7------Weber 13 From the student POINT of view the second game of the season, played with Inrermountain Union College of Helena, Montana, was the most ex- citing of the season. 11 was the first time in history that a Weber football squad had faced a four year aggregation. The big jolly fellows from Helena had almost over-awed the student body when they had marched up on the platform and replied to an enthusiastic greeting with a snappy football song. Weber’s determination to do the utmost, even in the face of the seemingly impossible, and to match the Montana weight by speed and trick plays were the factors that resulted in a Weber victory. The heavy Intermountain team had little difficulty in breaking through Weber’s line but were consistently stopped by the secondary defense. On the other hand Weber could not pierce the Montana line, so resorted t aerial attacks and strategy. Trick plays kept the visitors in a state of wonderment. In the second quarter Weber found herself on the oppo- nents’ thirty yard line. At the signal, Barker, at end, ran across the goal line and waited. In a second the ball was sent Hying through the air. It settled safely in Barker’s arms and Weber had made the first touchdown of the game. When the second half began, Weber kicked off to Inrermountain. Two well executed plays brought the ball to mid field and the next saw it taken across the line for Inrermounrain’s only touchdown. The score then stood 7-7 until the last few minutes of action, when Weber carried the ball again well into the opponents’ terri- tory. An end run and two line plunges placed it on the one yard line for first downs and the goal to go. During the next few tense moments no one cheered. Four desperate line plunges followed in measured succession, and, when the struggling mass of play- ers had disentangled themselves it was found that the ball was just over the line. Couch failed to kick goal. The final score was 13-7 for the Purple and White. Idaho Tech 58 Weber o After i wo hard games within a week, one of them with the heavy Inter- mountain Union team, Weber was poorly prepared to meet another four year college at Pocatello. The Pocatello Tech, determined to score a vic- tory over the unconquered Weber team, was primed for the contest. The “fagged” Weberites lacked the snap to properly execute their plays and made few first downs; while the Tech was able to score at will. Two men were injured early in the game, thus weakening the lineup. Snow Xormai. o Weber 31 While the Weber College student body engaged in a pep rally in Og- den the Purple and White warriors at F.phraim scored a decisive victory over the Snow Normal machine. An excellent field made it possible for both teams to do some fancy footwork. During the first quarter the men seemed unable to overcome the attack of the offensive and the game was played almost entirely in Weber terri- tory. In the second quarter Weber opened up a dazzling forward passing play and scored two touchdowns for the Purple and White. For a time after the half it seemed that the supply of pep injected into the players by Coach Stevenson would hardly be sufficient to stand off the Snow attack. However, in the exceptionally high class brand of play- ing that followed Weber was the victor, and had scored 31 points before the final whistle, while Snow had not vet crossed the line. Dm.ion Bxtviwin, Half bat k Hknsi.i v 0 rti;z, Center Ovf.ktos Zinn, End With the sting of a last year’s defeat still on their minds, B. V. C. came to Ogden to even up matters for once and all. The Logan School had a good team so the game was just as exciting as it promised to be. During the first quarter neither team was able to maintain any particular ad- vantage, and both the Purple and the Crimson were forced to exchange punts. Towards the latter part of the quarter Weber gained possession of the ball on the B. Y. C. thirty-five yard line and Pete scored three points on a place kick. 'Phis put new courage into the fellows and before the half was finished they had brought the score to 13 to o for Weber. During the third quarter the fighting Crimson were the aggressors who carried the game into Weber’s territory. At each critical moment the Purple warriors responded bravely to the cheers from the stand and each time the line held. In the last quarter the purple came back strong and almost carried the Crimson oft its feet. Two touchdowns were scored in this period. With the final whistle the score stood 24 to o for Weber and hers was the undisputed right to play Arizona again for the National Junior College Championship. Both teams had fought a hard, clean game and each had had good success with its plays. Weber’s tricky offensive seemed to mystify the visitors and netted the home boys many yards time and again. Wallack Whit� :, Ttuklt Van Taxxu, Ctnttr W All.A I Mo« KIN, Ttuklt V. A. C. Frosh 7—— Webf.r o Thf. closest ;amk of rhe entire season was played with the I . A. C. Freshmen at Logan. The field, covered with about two inches of snow, suggested a better place for a skiing party than for a football game and hampered the work of the team. The Frosh carried the Weber men off their feet in rhe first few minutes of play and secured the only touchdown of rhe entire game. It looked as though the A. C. would have a walk away, but good old Weber courage was equal to the occasion and the line held. The Purple’s first chance to score came early in the third quarter when Weber recovered a fumble, but she was un- able to rake the ball over rhe line. With two minutes to go a series of forward passes were at- tempted. With thirty yards to go and the last down, a long pass from Couch to Barker that would have tied the score was knocked from Barker's arms behind the goal line, and rhe game was lost. Both reams attempted many drop kicks but the wet, slippery ball always sailed wide from the mark. Webf.r 79— Kicks o Little was known concerning the prowess of the Kicks Normal ream from Rex burg, Idaho. That it would be a relatively heavv and fast machine with more than the usual amount of school spirir to make its work ef- tecrive was generally conceded. Those who saw the game were time and again called upon to admire the pluck of the visitors. Because of lack of experience Rexburg was consider- ably outmatched by the Weber eleven, and gave way time and again before the furious line plunges of the Weber backs. The outcome was never in doubt; conse- quently the contest held little interest for the fans and students in the stands. I or Prof. Blaylock and Dr. Lind who were watching iuackbi rn.gw, the gate it was indeed a tragedy. Weber had donned orange and black jerseys to distinguish themselves from the Kicks players whose colors were also Purple and White. The learned gate keepers were unaware of the change and after watching the Orange and Black break through Purple and White lines time after time, Pro- fessor Blaylock gloomily remarked “Well, Doctor, I guess the jigg’s up.” Although Kicks could not gain yardage through Weber’s line they com- pleted many long forward passes which only the efficient work of the Weber backs prevented them from materializing into touchdowns. Western States (unior College Championship Game Weber 32-----Phoenix o The ambitions m' the Purple and Whi te were almost realized again. With a clean slate for all league games Weber now facet! the Phoenix Junior College of Phoenix, Arizona, for the Western States Junior College Championship. Phoenix had been awarded the Na- tional Championship as a result of her last year’s victory over Weber. Not long since, it had seemed a strain to maintain enthusiasm; now it burst forth spontaneously and Weber- ites were almost mad with joy and hope. The largest crowd that ever attended a Weber football game braved a snow storm to see the fracas. The big stand was full. Despite the cold the crowd cheered lustily as the two teams trotted out on the gridiron to warm up. The sock-less Arizonians created quite a stir among the hundreds of lady spectators. The occasion provided for several of the southerners their first glimpse of snow. Vest of Weber received the kick-off promptly at 2:30 and the great game was on. Dur- ing most of the first half Imth teams exhibited a stellar brand of football. Beautiful plays were neatly executed and as often broken up with an astonishing regularity that only characterizes two teams who are fighting doggedly, spiritedly, for great honors. An en- thusiastic determination to place his school’s colors on the eminence of success guided the efforts of each individual player on the grid. In the latter part of the first half a heavy- snow hampered the work of the elevens but it never dampened their spirits. The Phoenix playing was distinguished by sweeping end runs and long forward passes, while Weber resorted to straight football to win the day. The aerial attack that had featured her playing all season was not needed at any time. The first touchdown for the Purple was scored by Couch after a brilliant series of off- tackle plays and short end runs. With similar tactics Weber scored touchdowns in each quarter. At the beginning of the second half Phoenix came back strong, featuring again her long passes and end runs but the determined Welieritcs continually broke up the plays. Og- den’s Ik vs were out to avenge last year’s defeat. Phoenix’s closest view of six {mints came when they once reached Weber’s twenty-one vard line. At that point they attempted a forward pass which was intercepted by Couch and returned several yards. Couch punted to Phoenix five yard line; a Phoenix fumble was recovered bv Weber and after one line buck Weber had another touchdown. At all periods the game was marked by clean sportsmanship on the part of both teams, a feature which gained for the players the hearty good will of thegreat crowd of spectators. The final score stood ?2 to o for Weber. The object of a season’s plav was attained CHAMPIONSHIP. Thk Skason’s Scores Game Weber Junior Colleges Other Schools Weber vs. Westminster 24 0 Weber vs. Intermountain 3 7 Weber vs. Idaho Teach 0 58 Weber vs. Snow 3« 0 Weber vs. B. Y. C. 24 0 Weber vs. U. A. C. Frosh. 0 7 Weber vs. Ricks 79 0 Weber vs. Phoenix 32 0 TOTALS: All Games—Weber 203 points; all other schools 72 points. Jr. College Games Weber lyo points; Jr. Col leges 0 points. Hiroi.o 1mr 1.i v, Half buck Basketball Frank Bruno, Captain � 9 The Squ i Kicks }8 Weber 16 Wi th as fine a bunch of men as could be assem- bled Weber hoped ro be able to make as good a showing in Basket Ball as bail been made on the gridiron, but the seeming impossibility of getting just the right combination and the lack of an ex- perienced pivot man doomed the ream ro failure as far as victories were concerned. The contest started oft'at a terrific speed. Weber kept the ball entirely in her possession for the first few minutes but soon fell back before the consistent playing of the visitors. Rig Jacobs led the “Sixth man in fine style, but student cheering at its best could not stop the invaders. Weber was at all times outclassed. The scores by quarters tell rhe story of the game: 8 to i; 19 to 3; 30 to 9; 58 to 16. In fight and floor work Weber was fully the equal of her compierer but fell short on the basket shoot- ing. 09 Ricks 26 YYkbkr 20 The game with Ricks at Rexburg was the second of a long list of “moral victories.” Weber's ream was slow in starting the ball through her basket. Ricks, considerably larger, passed the ball over the heads of the Weber men. The first quarter ended 16 to 4 for Ricks. Coach Stevenson, seeing the need of a larger guard, decided to make a change in the line-up. Barker was taken out, Couch moved to the position, and Doxey was sent in to play forward. 'Phis materially strengthened the formation. The next quarter added six points ro Weber’s score while Ricks made only three. In the second half Ricks was outplayed on every hand, scoring only seven points to Weber’s ten. The fans were unanimous in proclaiming it the greatest game they had seen played on the Rexburg floor. Cl.AKKSOK lt KK) R, Clltir,i 9 M I.. I). S. 32-Weber 30 Weber pu t ui a hard fight to win the first game with I.. I). S. in the Deseret Gym. It was “nip and tuck” all the way with the Weber cagers always just in the lead. In the last few minutes of play by one or two long shots the Saints tied the score at 28 all. In the extra five minutes of play Pete dropped a long one through the strings from the I.. 1). S. foul line, the longest shot made during a league game in the Gym; bur even this was not enough to win. I’he final score was 30 to 32 for the Gobi and Blue. ‘Pm Coi cm. Cmint I.. I). S. 9- Weber 34 The greatest exhibition of vengeance of the en- tire year marked the Weber-1.. I). S. game in the Weber Gym. The Saints were hardly on the floor. Weber started scoring early in the first quarter and was almost unable to miss the basket during the rest of the game. At the half the score stood 13 ro 6 for Weber. The team, playing its best, had piled up a score of 34 points when the final gun roared. The Purple cagers allowed 1« 1). S. only one field goal in the last half. v T rack Star N i iaon Clifton Smith Milton 'Pavior T ennis Plans for a tknnis tournament among rhe students have been ar- ranged by the coach in conjunction with the tennis enthusiasts of the school. It is calculated by this means to select the best players among both rhe men and women and then they, if they so desire, mav arrange meets with representatives of other Junior Colleges. I’he Kccles Cup is also contested for by players of Weber in competition with players from Ogden High School. This contest, however, is not a regular division of Weber athletics. Van Tanner and Kenneth Bal- lantyne played for this cup last year. Messrs. Tanner, Cortez, Nelson and Stewart are playing good games this season. Swimming The opening of the Gvmnasium marked the beginning of a new sporting activity at Weber, namely swimming. A class meet disclosed rhe fact there were some swim- mers in the school of more than ordinary abilities and several looked ahead to rhe possibility of rhe school’s entering intercollegiate competition. No steps were taken in this direction by rhe athletic department, how- ever, but Mr. Van 'Fanner and Mr. Willis White did enter the Inrermountain A. A. I7, meet held at the Deseret Gym at Salt Lake. Mr. White was rhe fastest swimmer that was seen in the gym pool all season. His best rime was 8 4-5 sec. for the 20 yd. splash. Other men of outstanding abili- ties were C Krwin Nelson, Rigby Jacobs and Harrison Parker. 9? B. Y. C. 23- Weber 20 It was Fridav the 13 m at Logan, a sure jinx for Weber. However, rhe B. Y. C.-Weber contest was one of the hardest fought games of the year, with rhe Purple outplaying the Crimson all the way, and ever in rhe lead until the last few minutes. At rhe half rhe score was 14 to 10 for the Weber cagers. I'he game, lost by a small score, was in doubt until the last minute. The traditional Weber fight never diminished until the gun called the game to a close. I'he final score was 23 to 20 for the Crimson and B. Y. C. had, in part at least, paid a debt for a certain less favorable football score earlier in the season. for them to overcome the lead gained by rhe Loganites in rhe first quarter. The rally under rhe Weber Basket in rhe last half little more than slowed up rhe scoring of rhe invaders and added bur few points for rhe hard- fighting home team. 'I'he game started off with a rush and was hotly con- tested every minute of play. A vast CROWD of people that almost filled the lower fioor and balcony of rhe Weber Gymnasium was on hand to witness the playing on theopen- B. Y. C. 21---Weber 9 I'he second came with B. Y. C. resulted in an even more decisive victory for rhe Crimson than did the first. I'he best display of student body “pep” of the season could not inspire the Purple and White aggregation enough Weber at the Tournament ing night of rhe I rah-Idaho Junior College tournament. Six teams, Ricks r r- Drltox Bramwi i.i., Forward Ezra I'akky, Ctnttr WoODXurr Wf.i.ch, Forward College of Rexburg, B. Y. College of Logan, Weber College of Ogden, Snow College of Ephraim, Branch Agricultural College of Cedar City, and Dixie Normal College of St. George, all composed largely of stars of the first order, were on hand to fight for the Utah-Idaho Junior College Pen- nant. First Night Weber’s first game in the tournament was with the Branch Agricultural College of Cedar City and was one of the best games of the tournament. B. A. C. started fighting the second the game started and by the half had practically clinched the victory. The second half saw the Weber wild-cats playing after the style that must have won them their jungle title but the scoring remained about even. The game ended with the Purple and White on the short end of a 20 to 32 tally. Second Night In the second game of the tournament Weber tangled with the Dixie Fliers from St. George. Weber, who was never pressed by Dixie, held the lead during the entire game. The team as a whole played real ball. When the final gun sounded the scores totaled 27 to 16 for Weber. Third Night The final night of the tournament Weber again met the B. A. C. in another hard fought contest. Fighting almost against hope the Weber quint, encouraged by the crowd that time and again cheered them for their courageous work, never once let the contest lag. Excellent guarding forced the B. A. C. to resort to long shots at which they were signally successful. The best basket shooting of the tournament was displayed in this fracas. Ward of the B. A. C. made ten field baskets, eight of which were from past the center of the floor. The elongated B. A. C. players were able to keep the ball in their possession more than their share of the time and the game ended 40 to 16 for the southerners. Calendar September 25'—Kntrancc examination!! and registration of student . SEPTEMBER 29- Kenneth meets Jennis, etc., etc. September 30- Frank Francis addresses students. October 3- President’s Reception is held at the Herthana. October 7 LeRoy Johnson hack at Weber after mission in New calami; gives interesting account of his travels. I.aV’crn Wilkinson and Darrel Bybcc say an official farewell before leaving for missions. October X The Alumni players ably present Shakespeare Twelfth Night at the Orpheum under the direc- tion of Professor Icinuel II. C. Josephs of New York City. October 9- Professor Josephs speaks in assembly. Sopho- more girls present the Student Body with 17.45, the profits from their candy sales at the show. October 10—Annual Mount Ogden Mike. The gallant Don I., loaned his sweater to Fima and heroically suffered all day. October 13 -Students who slid down Waterfall still take meals from the mantle. October 15 -Vacancies in student body offices filled. October 23-24 Teachers convention in Salt Lake City. We catch up on back lessons. October 31- First Barker Contest. Klla Robinson wins for the Sophomores. November 6 President Tracy declares that Weber is favorably situated and will yet he a large college rather than just a good small college. November - Barker Contest. Althea Thomas wins for the Freshmen. Jerry gives an instrumental selection on his mouth organ. November 8—B. Y. C. loses the football game to Weber. .rM Rr� tStudent Body «lance at night. Work started on v . • ’’ •F assembly hall. vi9fjHK Q Kir' No 1 mbkr 10—Flag rush on front lawn. November s4 Weber dag on city hall over all Ogden. V l ,V v 1$ November 25—Weber wins football game from Ricks. December 6—Weber conquers Phoenix and wins Western Junior College Championship in football. December 16— Short sketch of President (.rant's life, (.rant Oratorical Contest. First place, Kuton Ileus. Sub- ject: What arc the Real Kvidences of a Religious Life. December 17—‘The Faculty have a Christmas Acorn Party in devotional, December 18-19— Examination . Fall quarter closes. We go home for Christmas vacation. Jam-ary 5- Winter quarter begins. Weber is growing. J AM'ARV 7 Founders’ Day Celebration between classes and in the evening. J anu arv 9 Weber (iym opens. I-ong looked for event. January ii-ii Gym entrance examinations. Jam:ary 13-14- Rallies arc held for game. J 1 ve arv 16 Basketball game is lost to Ricks. Big Student Body dance at night. January 19 Honor students for first quarter announced in devotional. January 20— Freshman play very interesting. January 2i Weber plays Ricks at Rexburg, J «nuary 2: Talk by former student Paul Crstgun. Intro- duction of Mikado players by Tetsun Chilni. January 23 Mikado given by Glee Clubs. Miss Ridges gives a Cafeteria luncheon and announces her en- gagement to Kenneth Farley. Dance in Gym in the evening. January 26—Acorn honor Candy stand is started. January 27—Apostle David O. McKay gives his lecture on the Holy Land. January 29—President Tracy gives the oft told warning, Be careful what marks you make. January 50 Weber vs. I.. I). S. Basketball.-------. Fkbki' arv 4 F.lla comes forth with a poem on basketball in Devotional. Fikkcara c Barker Contest. Subject, Our Narcotic Problem. Krwin Nelson wins first plate for the Freshmen. I'i:hkl‘ aka ( Apostle David O. McKay continues his lecture on the I loly I .and. Fibri .vrv - Weber plays l„ I). S. I1, in (iym. We won. Dance given by Student Body in (iym. I'i.bki ska to Apostle David O. McKay continues his lec- tures on the Holy l.and. I'1 BRV akv 11 Barker Contest. Carl Winsor wins first place for the Sophs. Literary Journal is distributed. Ft itm' ara il-ij-14 Patrons Institute at Weber. Fi hki aka 1 ; Weber vs. B. V. C. Fkbkitarv 14 («iris' Valentine Dance. I i.rki .arv 20 A|K stlc David . McKay continues and com plctcs his lecture on the llo!y Land. B. V. C. vs. Weber at Weber. l-iaiki arv 2_; Attorney S. P. Dobbs lectures on Washing- ton. I'l.RRCARV 24 Fi.rkuary 24 Fkiaruars 2s Ff.bri ary :6 Teams Ingins to arrive for the Basketball Tournament. B. A. C. team talks in Devotional. Life for tournament is show ing itself very plainly. All teams of tournament in Devotional. Tournament begins. I 1 hki uv 2 Helena, Montana Debating team defeats Weber. Basketball tournament continues. Fi.iirI arv 28 B. V. C. wins the tournament. Pete is chosen as an all-star man. Fib is chosen Queen of Acorn Ball. March 2 Aeroplane ride for girls selling most tickets. M arch 6 First annual Acorn Ball in the gymnasium Ball Room. Fib and Steve arc our blonde Spanish Kilters. March 10 Sophomore plays given. The hail wasn't quite full ! M arch 11 Missionary eluli honors Steve White in Devotional be fore his departure for u mission to (iermany. M arch i ; Weber's affirmative debaters lose to I.. D. S. Weber's negative team wins from Kicks. M arch 1 “Pete Couch presents bron c tablet to school for C ass •«. M arch 18 Clifford Smoot talks to students before leaving for mis- sion. Missionary Club gives him a few encouraging re- marks. Monk spends three hours studying in study hall. March i« -2o Fxamination and Registration. March 24 Joe Williams gives reading to students which was en- joyed by all. Bern Simpson gives forth the av.-ia to get acquainted with strange girls. ( Talk t« them.) March 25 Miss Browning wins dis.vis throw'in track. Students begin taking parkology. Those entering late agree to put in extra jwriods. M arch 2“ College Prom in the Berthana. March .50- l ib and Willis Itecomc engaged. See what they received for their tuition. Ai-rii 1 Mr. Joseph Kiric is the speaker in Devotional. Subject, “I-ovaltv. Abril : Mr. Robert I. Burton speaks in Devotional. It’s the set of tlie .soul that determines thr' goal and not the winds and strife. � ’Rii v Principal A. M. Merrill of the Ogden High School says that self discovery. self mastery ami then self forgetfulness in the service of others arc the three steps in the successful career. Abril 12 Superintendent Karl Hopkins i� Devotional speaker. Ai'rii 14' “Art in Life is the topic of LeContc Stewart's Devotional address. Abril i John F. Carver, “Don't let the Spirit atrophy. Aran, if� Dad Bcawm. Ogden High School. You have a good start, don't stop too soon. Ai'rii. 17 Freshman Day. Dance in (iym. Class track meet. Frank Francis speaks, Many of us arc starving for the finer things of life.” Cast “Maker oi Dreams Cast SuiTRi'.ssp.i) Desires” rki i. Kollo’s Wild Oat” given by the Weber Student Body. Aral I 5—Weber wins many medal at the invitational track meet held at Provo. 1 v 1 CJirls' Day, Hoys arc shown what a teal time is. May 4 Weber’s symphony orchestra give «concert. Prof. Osmond of I� . Y. I . reads Macbeth. M.tv 7 The College Sing. M S Nominations lor elections. (Jirls swimming meet. Mss it Ixwis Extemporaneous Contest. M sv iz Flections lor student Irnds officers. Don wins. M sv 29- Honor Day. May Baccalaureate Sermon. Just 1 Acorn Day. Ji'SE 3-4 Exams. Jim t Commencement Exercises. It si. it Alumni Reunion. Banquet and Dance. Vacation— x .X All Members Meet An incident of especial interest to Weber students occurred on March 30, 1925, when the three men constituting the first graduating class of the old Weber Stake Academy, the class of’96, met together for the first time since 1896. The occasion provided opportunity for the men to recall their days at Weber and to talk enthusiastically about the progress of their Alma Mater. From left to right they are: John Win tie, David K. Wheel- wright, George Ritchie. Mr. David Wheelwright has always been an enthusiastic member of the alumni association and an ardent booster for the College. His activities as vice-president of the Alumni Association for the year 1923-24 were especially deserving of commendation. A MODEST, WE 1.1. MANNERED CREW A Bit of History 0 By A. Pelican’ During the first quarter the old excitement in the Pelican-Runt con tests which were started last year, was revived. The Pelicans were all fine, big, handsome men, who stood over six feet-two in their socks. (The fact that no Pelican ever had a whole pair of socks on his feet at any one rime does nor alter the truth of this statement at all.) Anyway, the Peli- cans were all big, fine, handsome men and they naturally won from the Runt aggregation which was composed of small boys of five feet or under. I lowever, some of the small boys were quite husky in their own way, and it was no uoncmmon sight to see a small bov measuring five feet in height and four and one-half feet in width. Although Patty Robinson did not have the pleasure of our company during the first quarter he had a worthy prototype in the person of Kulon Bens who possessed quire a manly girth until he associated himself with the new director of the gym- nasium. Since then he has been reduced to half size. Anyway, the Pelicans were all big, fine, handsome men and the first fracas which they entered was a Hag rush. In this they won an over whelming victory inasmuch as one of their number was the last remaining man in the ring. As this man was a large man and as he was pulled to the margin of the ring the Pelicans consideret! that they had won by a large margin. ICO NOTICE THOSE MOUTHS The next encounter was a pie earing contest. The affair was announced as such, but when the time came for the mighty mastication it was found that some reprobate, probably a Runt, had absconded with the pastry. Mrs. Fanner was not to be daunted by this interference, however, so she took the dryest biscuits she could find, stuck a raisin in the top of each, and called it a raisin pie. In the subsequent slaughter the Pelicans again won out. The third and final contest was a drinking bout. The affair was pro- gressing nicely in favor of the Pelicans until the last man on each ream came up. It seemed that the Runt needed only to touch the bottle in or- der to empty it. This miraculous demonstration so nonplussed the Peli- can contestant who already had a good srarr that he was never able to finish the drink. In the investigation which followed it was definitely proved that the Runts, in accordance with their usual low practices, had enlisted the aid of a professional to help them win the contest. This was the last straw, and the Pelicans, who were all big, fine, handsome men refused to participate with the Runts in any more encounters. DANDIES ALL WELL CHAPERONED SPRING HAS CAME r cy ?v 8 xv jt I SEE TOLL w ■mlm DOWN TO the SEA li£ HOLDER UP— POLLVANNA LUCUBRATION 8ASHFUL TWO In Appreciation Aw i R m c hon requiring the sustained effort of many individuals, as is the case with a year hook, can only succeed through the active, consistent cooperation of all those who share in the responsibility that attends its creation. This Acorn would not he complete if it were to go to press without some word of thanks to those who have assisted in its composition. For the front-piece, an original etching, credit is due Mr. LeContc Stewart, art in- structor at the Ogden I ligh School, and an artist of recognized abilities. Mr. Stewart has given numerous suggestions to enhance the artistic merits of this 1100k besides contributing this valuable piece of work. The three bronzed inserts, picturing a momentous chapter of pioneer history, are re- productions of the three faces of the Sea Gull monument, by Mr. Mahonri Young, promi- nent Utah sculptor. To Miss Marian Read, Faculty Coach of the Acorn, more credit is due than mere words can express. Her active assistance and many timely suggestions have time and again proved invaluable contributions to the excellence of the final production. The members of the staff have assumed the irvarious duties willingly and cheerfully and have at all times endeavored to make their work conform to the general idea of the liook. The quiet, persistent coojKration of Miss Klizabeth Shaw, associate editor, has meant more than any one can estimate. Thanks is also due those who have assisted in the reports of the various activities, bore- most among these is Mr. Dclton Bramwcll, who has gathered and assisted in the arrange- ment of all the material for the major athletic reports, •� task requiring many hours of patient work. The excellent photographs and portraits in this issue arc the work of Mr. Walter A. I locnes of the I .ink-Tiffany Studio. I le has made every possible effort to artistically carry out the ideas of the staff. The athletic pictures and many of the larger snaps are the work of Professor Kenneth Ci. barley. I lis has been a valuable contribution indeed. The members of the mechanical drawing class, Mr. b red Bcrghout, Mr. Clarence Bar- ker, Mr. Ted McGregor, and Mr. Marlowe Halverson, who assisted in drawing up the layouts and mounting the photographs have rendered valued and appreciated service. Lastly, the personal interest that has been taken in the Acorn by the employees of the Scoville Press has been one of the greatest factors in making this book a true work of art. Theirs has been the responsibility of finally arranging and presenting the material placed at their disposal and their success is attested by the excellence of every page. Kverv effort has been made to remove the possibility of errors in this book. Any that now remain are beyond our correction and we hope that they will be kindly overlooked by those who may notice them. 104 J. S. Lkwis £S Co. Jewelers 55 years tout in nous business in o ;i kn IVe tisk you to consider our concern when you think oj anything in the tine of watches, diamonds, jf.wei.ry, etc. yuR c Tc T e of distinctive character full of high quality and service 2 . OGDKN Fl'RMTl'RK 6c CARPKT CO. The Store of Satisfaction OGDKN’S LIvAD I N(J AMUSKMKNTS Perry's Egyptian Theatre 1'tail's Show Palace f'ozy T heat re The Family Theatre «20 Ogden Theatre Up the hill Always a good Show IV h i te (pity Dancing Tues. Thurs. is Sat. 8:45 P m- June 'Days are Qift Days June, month of graduates and hr ides, is a month of gifts. You desire your gift to combine heautv with utility and to lie a lasting reminder of the sentiments which prompted the gift. 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R C l;' S brand food products Patronage List ■ne othKiux if “ lin of public spirited concern f tvho hurt made possible the publication of this beautiful book. The Student Body appreciate their loyal support. Artistic Floral Co., Inc. 2415 Kiesel Ave. Arm v i N a v v D k pa rtm k xtSto r e Sec What Ton Save 2303 Washington Ave. Boyle Furniture Co. Everything for the Howe Browning Bros. Co. Everything for Every Sport 2451 Kiesel Ave. Phone 450 Clark’s Fashion Shop Where the swart Dressers Trade 2470 Washington Ave. Cu 1.lev Drug Co. Prescription Specialists C. K. Armstrong Co. Sporting Goods 306 25th Street Phone 1 123 de Wit Bros. Co. 1 1 1 25th Street Phone 1170 F.nsign Drug Co. The Xyal Store 333 24th Street Phone 623 K. C. Olson Better Fruit Packages 375 31st Street KAM.MKVERS BlKE SHOP Everything in Bicycles 2416 Kiesel Ave. Phone 3524R Hirsch.man Shoe Co. Better Shoes, Service and Haines -473 Wash. Ave. Phone 847 Hii.lcrest Pharmacy .1 cross from the High School 786 25th Street John Smalley The People's Jeweler” 336 25th Street Ogpen-Utah Knitting Store Everything in Knit Goods 2357 Washington Ave. Kerns Cafe 2459 Wash. Ave. Phone 689 Little Sweet Shop Confectioners 406 25th Street McBride Drug Co. 2463 Wash. Ave. Phone 38 Marion Hotel We wake very low rates by the week or month Malan Mortuary L 'ndertakers is Embalmers A Service to Suit All Men’s Upstairs Clothes Shop 2359 Washington Ave. Walk Up and Save 'Ten Orpheum Candy Co. Confections and Ice Cream 2522 Washington Ave. Phones 1941 3037 Orpheum Theatre Co. 2520 Wash. Ave. Phone 323 Patronage List:Continued Ogden Sporting Goods Co. Everything for the Sportsman 2317 Wash. Ave. Phone 325 Ogden Paint Oil Glass Co. Paint Headquarters 2440 Washington Ave. Phone 4 Kaplan’s “Dressers of Men Dr. J. R. Morrell 224 Eccles Bldg. First Utah National Bank First Utah Savings Bank The best graduation present is a savings account David J. 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Ave. Phone 2800 W’attis Kimball Motor Co. “Ford, the Universal Car 359 26th Street Watson Tanner Co. “See Us First 374 24th Street Phone 160 3 zAW photographs used tor illustrations in this book were made bv TIFFJAJ Studios Walter A. Hornes Proprietor mje g tanbarlMExamtner Takes this occasion to congratulate Weber College, its Student Body and Faculty on the progress made by Og- den’s own College and through the me- dium of this newspaper strives to make Ogden and its vicinity acquainted with the fine accomplishments ol the Col- lege in the class room, the athletic field, the field of community service and in all other departments in which the College is serving. Try Shupe VV illi a . is new zApache Fsar a new blend in confections A DKI.ICIOUS CREAM CI'.NTEK SO IT CHK Wise CARAMEL CRISPY CORN ILAKF.S SMOOTH UII.K CO ATI SC. originated by its and for sale everywhere for a dime 'Reel 'Printing Such it is, indeed, for the keyboard, like a large typewriter, perforates your message in the spooled paper, which is placed in the caster at the left and unspun into type. The caster at the right makes large type (like the heading above), leads,slugs, rules, borders, ornaments, etc. When used butonce, by the way—they are dumped into the pot and made over into new type. That is why our work always looks clean and keen. Step in and see these Jponders. 1'his equipment is the only one in the State kept in connection with the composing room. Twelve thousand dollars were laid out to sup- ply you this splendid facility. IVhy not use it? The zA. Sc oville Tress PUBLISHERS PRINTERS ENGRAVERS J4.13 GRANT AVENUE • OGDEN. UTAH