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Class History One September morning in 1917, 214 scared little Freshmen pre- sented themselves at the door of old Arthur Hill, vainly striving to appear like nonchalant old-timers. Once inside, we proceeded to lose ourselves and also to be led down to the traditional watering trough by our well-meaning fellow-students. We were sadly disillusioned too, by the actions of some of our older brothers and sisters, especially in their book-stacking episode; but they were so severely punished for this that we resolved to always be good little children, and observe the rules. Finally, by the untiring efforts of Miss Nash and Miss Davis, we collected our scattered wits and boldly resolved to show those upper classmen what WE could do. Accordingly, to guide us in this noble undertaking, we elected for our class officers: Reginald French President Paul Hackett Vice-President Russel Stickney Secretary Margaret Curtis Treasurer When the athletic season opened, we found, to our delight, that we could boast of two representatives, Roy Spiekerman and Lloyd Adsit. The bolt, however, which startled the world, surely was a hum- dinger — we prepared to give two dances, one big, one little. These both proved to be great social successes and, if not financially so, they obtained for us the coveted reputation of being live wires. After this exhibition of our wonderful ability in this direction, we settled down to learn all the tricks of the trade from our wily fellow students in preparation for the coming year. II How different it was to be back the next year as Sophomores! Were not we now old timers? Could we not practically own the earth? You may be sure that these 116 Sophs did not overlook any of their new privileges. We soon chose as our leaders: Allen Strimbeck President Elizabeth Alderton Vice-President Catherine Rice Secretary Roy Spiekerman Treasurer No social event entered our gay young lives this year, but we were distinguished by these classmen in athletics, Roy Spiekerman, Wolfred Ocksenkehl, Dale Morningstar, Martin Martzouka, Harry Applebj% and Russel Stickney. Many of the members of the Philomathic Society and Cadet Club were also Sophomores. Ill Oh, boy! Watch us go, Take a look we ' re not so slow. It sure does take some speed to pass. Twenty-one, our Junior class. With such a yell as this to live up to, we saw that we would have to be on our toes every minute. So, early in the year, we gave the honors of the class to these members: Margaret Curtis President Laura Schwahn Vice-President Catherine Rice Secretary Ralph Schust Treasurer
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We decided to get our pins and rings immediately, that we might enjoy them the longer. Everybody agreed that this was a corking idea (maybe you think the Seniors weren ' t jealous when they saw our design !) This year a great many of the members of the Classical Club, Philomathic Society, Girls ' Club, Hi-Y., and the Mathematical Club were Juniors. So were five of the members of the debating teams — • Elma Bradford, Robert Allardyce, Elmo Wilkinson, Margaret Curtis, and Bessie Close. Five of us also were in the Oratorical Contest, and we were mighty proud when it was announced that one of our members, Russel Shep- herd, won the contest. In athletics we certainly got the shoes with Maurice Brown, Chick Kehren, Kid Roeser, Jack Ocksenkehl, and Ida Osterbeck as our representatives. Our Junior Hop, the best high school party ever given, could not be called anything but a success, even financially. We had eats, wicker furniture, colored lights, music, ' n everything. As to our Play, we chose The Lion and the Mouse, and were able to get together a record-breaking crowd. The financial returns from this were so great that we were able to give the Seniors a real banquet at the Canoe Club. Give unto others, you know. After the eating, there were speeches, dancing, and the presenting of the Horn — we got away with it too — -though not without trouble for some mem- bers of the class. We soon heard that the Seniors had cleared expenses, and that they were going to give a fine return down at Wenona Beach. With this happy event, our careers as merry Juniors ended, and we paused for a couple of months in our work and our play, to rest up for the final fray. IV. At last, after so many years of anticipation, 95 dignified Seniors presented themselves in the High School for inspection and initiation (mostly the latter). How burdened we felt with all the responsibilities of the world resting upon our shoulders! This feeling gradually wore away, and we were now able to participate, with much enthusiasm, in the exciting election of our officers. The returns were found to be: Bessie Close President Duane Chamberlain Vice-President Robert Allardyce Secretary Herbert Wettlaufer Treasurer In athletics these shining lights made us famous : Maurice Brown, Roscoe Hefron, Jack Ochsenkehl, Chick Kehren, Bishop Davis, Morgan Gile, Orville Gile, Kid Roeser, Jim Hay, Elmo Wilkinson, Ida Oster- beck, Pauline Smith, Dorothea Reichle, and Ha Marble. As before, we made up a large part of the membership in the various organizations. After Christmas, we gave a snappy party that everyone enjoyed. It consisted, not only of dancing, but also of stunts. The attendance was very select, but nevertheless, we didn ' t go in the hole. Finally, after much discussion, our Senior Play, The Man on the Box was chosen and presented at the Auditorium, May 19. This was a huge success, due to our fine cast and the excellent coaching of Mr. Rickerman. Some of the leading characters were: Olive Hymans, Margaret Curtis, Jack Ochsenkehl, Roscoe Hefron, and Morgan Gile. And now it is up to the Juniors to give us a banquet. We feel sure that they will do all in their power to bring this about, for they know how eagerly we are looking forward to emptying our treasury in their behalf — that is — for the Senior Return.
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