Western Michigan University - Brown and Gold Yearbook (Kalamazoo, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 290 of the 1920 volume:

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V-0 t3i t ' ty iniiiioiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiy ©eirication to 0 one fielti in tiigfi regarb for tts! corbial greeting, tjifJ bignificb manner, t)is freetom from bigotrp, })i£f earnesft pursiuit of bnotolebge, ant) i)i6 reabineeisc to impart tljat fenotolebge, tf)i£( book i£( affection atelp bebicateb. PRESIDENT DWIGHT B. WALDO, A. M., LL. D. PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE Once upon a time, thus all fairy stories commence, so must this as it is a fairy tale that is true — two men climbed a high, steep hill covered with long dead grass, misshapen trees, and small shrubs. It was an April morning, the earth had not yet blossomed forth in all her spring glory to cover the ugly defects of this hill. Nevertheless, these men who climbed had great visions, visions so wonderful and so happy in their culmination that this story may be called a fairy tale. The men who climbed that April morning are two friends of ours. Pres- ident Waldo and Dr. Burnham. As they gazed over the hill, when they reached the top, they saw not only the city at their feet, but looking into the future, that hill so barren and forsaken was covered with beautiful buildings surrounded by w ell kept lawns and neat shrubs. They saw in the future that which we to-day enjoy. This indeed was the beginning of Western State Normal School, though actual building operations were not started for some time. Until a building was erected, classes were held elsewhere. The first summer session met in the Vine Street School, which was then a new building. Classes the first year were held in the old Baptist College located between Oakland Drive and Lovell Street. Thus the work of organization was well started v hen the building on the hill was completed. How different the hill then looked! A part of that vision had come true. Among those who formed that first group of teachers are two that we know well — Mr. Wood, who then had the entire science department, and Dr. Burnham who had charge of the preparatory work in addition to the rural department. While the group of students was small, numbering about one hundred that first year, that democratic spirit was engendered which is so evident in the school to-day. Everyone, students and faculty attended all social functions. Athletic activities were aided by the faculty men who were not averse to pitching an inning or taking the twenty yard dash for the sake of the fun and rivalry. To this right beginning may be given the credit for the com- radeship of the present time. So the school has grown, until now with its three large buildings it rep- resents an investment of $545,000. The last one to be erected was a splen- did science building completely equipped. As the school has added buildings so has it increased its capable faculty, making possible new departments. The State Legislature has been very generous to the school, making in 1915, an appropriation of $480,000, which as yet has not been used. This summer the Manual Arts buildings will be started, to be followed by a new li- brary in which to adequately house the 19,500 volumes and 229 periodicals and new spapers. In addition to these buildings the school, co-operating with two rural districts, has the supervision over model rural schools, one located at Oak- wood, and the other on Michigan Avenue. Thus has materialized that vision of those two men, who saw so far into the future, if this were a fairy story of the usual type, we would say that they lived happily ever after, but instead we wish the school more than mere happiness. May the future bring as much as the past has given. FIRST NORMAL BUILDING 12 5 ; - - 7T mi w p 1 - . -i li -- y 5 scienc:e building TRAINING SCHOOL THE INDIAN TRAIL OAKLAND DRIVE ENTRAN ' CE ANOTHER VIEW OF W. S. N, 20 21 DW ' IGHT B. WALDO, LL. D., Pre. dent Michigan Agricultural College A. M. Albion College LL. D, Kalamazoo College Instructor in Beloit College Instructor in Albion College Principal Northern State Normal President Western State Normal ERNEST BURNHAM, Ph. I)., nircc- tor of Department of Rural Schools A, M., Ph. B., Albion College Ph. D., C(ilunibia University Instructor : Commissioner of Schools. Calhoun County W. S. N. S. BERTHA S. DAVIS, Dean of U ' owcn Student under John Dennis Mehan Instructor : Kalamazoo Public S.hools W. S. N. S. V e jX_ , kT( FRANK E. ELLSWORTH, Director of Traiiiiiuj School Michigan State Normal Collese University of Michigan Teachers ' College, Coliimhia Uni- versity A. B. Alma College Instructor : Alma Public Schools Hastings Public Schools Central State Normal W. S. N. S. ■ w 1 H m ■IF D H pi L . H pw--.;? V j H ■? ' ' ■«- Bj 1 SI E. D. PENNELL, Sccrctary-Rcgistnir Ferris Institute Instructor : Alma College East High School, Minneapolis, Minn. OLIVE SMITH, Ph. B., A. M., Princi- pal of High School Alma College Columbia University Instructor : Alma High School, Alma, Michigan Central State Normal. Mt. Pleas- ant, Michigan W. S. N. S. 23 ELEANOR JUDSON, Art and Dcs ' ujn Graduate of Pratt Institute Post Graduate Work at New York School of Fine and Applied Art Chicago School of Applied and Normal Art and University of Wisconsin Instructor : Toledo High School Superior of Art in Kalamazoo Pub- lic Schools W. S. N. S. EMELIA M. GOLDSWORTHY. Art Art Institute, Chicago Pratt Institute, Brooklyn California Scliool of Art, Los Angeles Otis Art Institute, Los Angeles Instructor : Supervisor of Art. Calumet, Mich, and Indianapolis, Ind. It. Herman Summer School, Calif. California Uni versity, Berkeley W. S. N. S. ROSE R. NETZORG, Art W. S. N. S. Chicago Art Institute Instructor : Grand Haven Public Schools W. S. N. S. ELAINE STEVENSON, Art W. S. N. S. Church School of Design Instructor : Kalamazoo Public Schools W. S. N. S. MARGARET B. SPENCER, Art and Construction State Normal. River Falls, Wiscon- sin Pratt Institute B. A., W. S. N. S. Instructor : Public Schools. Chippewa Falls. Wisconsin W. S. N. S. THEODOSIA HADLEY, M. S., Science A. B. Vassar College S. M. University of Chicago Instructor : Marquette State Normal W. S. N. S. LEROY H. HARVEY, PH. D., Biology B. S. and M. S. Uuniversity of Maine Ph. D. University of Chicago Instructor : Botany, University of Chicago Biology. Morningside College, Sioux City Biology, Yankton College, S. D. W. S. N. S. ' ■ Absent on Leave. 1919- ' 20. WILLIAM McCRACKEN, PH. D., Clu ' iiiistry A. B., University of Michigan Ph. D., Uuiver.sity of Chicago Instructor : Principal, Marquette High Scliool Science, Geneva College Northern State Normal W. S. N. S, J. A. PLACE, A. B., A. M., Zoology Ohio University Ohio State University Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hale, Mass. Instructor: Pine Ridge, Ohio , Ohio University University of Chicago, Summer, 1917 W. S. N. S. PAUL ROOD, A. B., Physics and Chemistry A. B., Albion College University of Michigan Instructor : « W. S. N. S. W. CLYDE HUFF, A. B., Cowwnrr South Bend Business College Western State Normal School Instructor : Rural Schools, St. Joseph County Rasmussen Practical Business School Principal, High School. Richmond. Michigan W. S. N. S. LUCY GAGE, Education Armour Institute. Chicago Post Graduate Work, Teachers ' Col- lege, Columbia Instructor : Kindergarten Director in Chicago, five years Organized Kindergartens of Okla- homa Supervisor Oklahoma Public Kin- dergarten George Peabody College, Summer, 1919 W. S. N. S. ARTHUR L. LORING, A. B., Com- merce Univerity of Michigan Instructor : Danville, III, High School W. S. N. S. 27 . Lc THEODORE S. HENRY, PH. D., Psychology A. B. Hedding College A. M. University of Illinois Ph. D. University of Illinois Instructor : Principal, Altona, 111., Melvin, 111. Superintendent Schools, Elmwood, 111., Havana, 111. W. S. N. S. JOHN C. HOEKJE. Director of Exten- sion Department A. B. Hope College University of Michigan Instructor : Superintendent at Siou.x Center. la., Zeeland and Grand Haven, Michigan W. S. N. S. SAMUEL RENSHAW, Psychology A. B. Ohio University Instructor : Psychology, Ohio University W. S. N. S. 28 LAVINA SPINDLER, Education University of Michigan Teachers ' College, Columbia Uni- versity Instructor : Departmental Work, Saginaw Principal. Lansing Director Training School, W. S. N. S. Dean of Women W. S. N. S. MRS. AMELIA B OMB, A. B., En lish Michigan Agricultural College University of Michigan Kalamazoo College Instructor : Grand Rapids High School Preceptress of Cassopolis Kalamazoo Public Schools W. S. N. S. WILLIAM ROBERTSON BROWN, Eiiglisli A. B. University of Texas, 1907 A. M. Harvard, 1915 Ph. D. Harvard, 1917 Instructor : English Department, High School, Sherman, Texas Waxahachie High School, Texas W. S. N. S. 29 GEORGE SPRAU. A. M., English A. B. Ohio Northern University A. B. and A. M. Ohio University A. M. Harvard Instructor : Principal, High School. Venice, O. English and German, Zanesville, O. W. S. N. S. ELEANOR RAWLINSON, Ennlisli University of Chicago Instructor: Union High School, Grand Rapids W. S. N. S. LUCIA HARRISON, M. S., Gcourafhy A. B. University of Michigan M. S. University of Chicago Instructor : Saginaw Northern State Norni.il. M.iiqueltr, Michigan V. S. N. S. . H. WOOD, A. M., Geology A. B. University of Michigan A. M. University of Chicago Superintendent of Schools, Midland. Micliigan Principal, Owosso, Michigan Northern State Normal, Marquette, Michigan W. S. N. S. SMITH BURNHAM, A. M., Hisiory A. B. and A. M. Albion College University of Chicago Universitj ' of Pennsylvania Instructor : Rural Schools, Kalamazoo High School, Vicksburg Principal. High School, Climax Albion College State Normal School, West Chester, Pcnn. W. S. N. S. ' ERA LUTJE, A. B., History W. S. N. S. University of Michigan Insti ' uctor : Constock High School Iron Mt. High School W. S. N. S. ♦Absent on leave, 1919- ' 20 MAUDE BERGEN, B. S., Domestic Art B. S., Teachers ' College, Columbia University Instructor : W. S. N. S. FLOYD W. MOORE, A. B., History and Economirs A. B. Albion College Graduate Work, University of Michigan Instructor : High School. Owosse, Michigan State Normal School, La Crosse, Wis. State Normal School, Winona, Minn. :W. S. N. S. ALICE BLAIR. Dowrslic lit Bradley Polytechnic Institute, Peo- ria, III, Teachers ' College, Columbia Uni- versity Instructor : Oklahoma City High School W. S. N. S. 32 MARY A. MOORE. Domcslic Scicnc Kalamazoo College Teachers ' College, Columbia Instructor : Kalamazoo Public Schools W. S. N. S. ARTHUR E. BOVVEN, Mechanical Drawing Kalamazoo College University of Wisconsin Instructor;. W. S. N. S. MABEL THIEL.MAX, IJomcslic Art Rockford College, Illinois Instructor : W. S. N. S. MARION J. SHERWOOD, Manual Training W. S. N. S. Michigan Agricultural College University of Michigan Teachers ' College, Columbia Uni- versity Instructor : Manual Training, Grand Rapids W. S. N. S. E. CLAIRE WEAVER, Machine Shop W. S. N. S. Instructor : W. S. N. S, HAROLD BLAIR, B. S., Mathcwaticf University of Michigan Instructor : High School, Monroe High School, Mt. Clemens Shortridge High School, Indianapo- lis, Ind. W. S. N. S. 34 JOHN P. EVERETT, A. M., }[athc- niatics Michigan State Normal College A. B. and A. M. University of Michigan Principal, Grass Lake, Pontiac and Adrian Superintendent Schools, :Mt. Clem- ens Michigan State Normal College W. S. N. S. i HOMER A. DES MARIAS, Frcnci!. Spanish Lc Petit Seminaire de Montreal St. Paul Seminary Philoso])hy A. U., A, AL, University of Minne- sota Instructor : University of ilir.nesota Graham Hall Oshkosh Norn:al W. S. N. S. lilRS. LAURA MICKEY, A. M., Mathc iiialics A. B. and A. M. Oberlin College Instructor : W. S. N. S. 3S ELIZABETH ZIMMERMAN, A. I I. Latin A. B. University of Michigan Heidelberg Uiiivcrsit - A. M. UniversiU ' of ' isconsin Instructor : W. S. N. S. M. AMELIA HOCKENBERRY, A. M., Frcncli A. R. Wellcslcy College Paris Instructor: State Normal Schools, West Chester and California, Pennsylvania V. S. N. S. LEOTI COMBS, Music Training School, Vineland, N. J. W. S. N. S. University of Pennsylvania Northwestern University Instructor : Spokane, Wash. Kalamazoo, Michigan s. n. 36 H. GLENN HENDERSON, Harmony Michigan Conservatory, Detroit Student under Swayne, Moritz Mosvkowski and Guilmant Instructor : W. S. N. S. DOROTHEA SAGE, Music W. S. N. S. Instructor : W. S, N. S. HARPER C. MAYBEE, Music Michigan State Normal College Student under Jean de Reszke and Oscar Seagle, Paris Ypsilanti Public Schools Central State Normal W. S. N. S. . H . r r 37 HARRY P. GREENWALL, B. L., Pcn- iiianslnl ' Zanerian School of Penmanship, Cokimbus, Ohio B. L. Ohio Wesleyan University Instructor : Lockport, New York, Public Schools W. S. N. S. GERMAINE G. GUIOT. Phys:cal Ildu- cation Sargent School of Physical Educa- tion Instructor : Director of Playgrounds, Salem and Brookline, Mass. V. S. N. S. FRANCES HASKELL, Physical F.du- cation Chicago School of Physical Educa- tion Kalamazoo College Instructor : ,W. S. N. S. DORIS HUSSY, Physical Education Sargent School of Physical Educa- tion Instructor : Wheaton College, Norton, Mass. East High School, Rochester, N. Y, W. S. N. S. HERBERT W. READ, Physical Edu- cation University of Michigan Instructor : Kalamazoo High School Hillsdale College W. S. N. S. MARIAN SPALDING. Physical Edu- cation VV. S. N. S. Instructor : W. S. N. S. LAWRENCE TAYLOR, Physical F.ihi- catiflu Springfield Traiiiing School Instructor : Kalamazoo Public School?; W. S. N. S. Track Work WILLLXAI H. SPAULDING. A. B., I ' hysica! Education Wabash College Instructor : W- S. N. S. JOHN E. FOX, A. M., Physics . University of Michigan B. S. University of Chicago A. M. University of Pennsylvania Superintendent Schools, Bellbrook, Ohio Principal, Three Rivers, Michigan Assistant in General Chemistry, U. of AI. Summer .School W. S. N. S. MARY MUNRO, Rural Educafwn Ph. B. Denison University Instructor : V. S. N. S. CLEORA SKINNER. Rural Educatl W. S. N. S. Instructor : Rural Schools Ward Principal, Holland Osceola County Normal MILDRED B. WILLIAMS, A. B., Rural Education Albion College W. S. N. S. University of Alichigan Instructor : Flint Principal. Sanilac County Normal W. S. N, S., Oakwood Training School FLORENCE E. WOOD, Rural Educa- tion W. S. N. S. Instructor: Otsego Bangor Supervisor of Training Room. Grand Traverse County Normal W. S. N. S., Oakwood Training School LOUSENE ROUSSEAU, A. B., Speech University of Wisconsin Instructor : W. S. N. S. LAURA V. SHAW, A. M., Sfeech B. S. Ohio Wesleyan University A. M. University of Michigan Instructor : Illinois Woman ' s College Missouri State Normal, Cape Gir- ardeau, Mo. W. S. N. S. LA VERNE ARGABRIGHT, Fnurlh Grade W. S. N. S. University of Chicago Instructor : Dovvagiac Schools County Normal Critic W. S. N. S. HELEN M, BARTON, A. B., Fifth Grade A. B. Michigan State Normal Col- lege, Ypsilanti, Michigan Instructor : Public Schools, Mansfield, Ohio Supervisor, English and Arithmetic, Petoskey, Michigan W. S. N. S. FANNIE BALLOU, Second Grade De Kalb Normal School, Illinois Teachers ' College, Columbia Uni varsity Instructor : Public Schools, Riverside, Illinois W. S. N. S. MINNIE CAMPBELL, First Grade Teachers ' College Columbia Uni- versity Instructor : Belding Public Schools Kalamazoo Public Schools W. S. N. S. ' U A - jk RUTH B. MILLER, A. B., Third Gradc Northern State Normal University of Micliigan Instructor : Ironwood Schools County Normal Critic W. S. N. S. - j,.,25;L. ,„,:;, VERLE FRANCES COPPENS, Kin- dergarten Grand Rapids Kindergarten Train- ing School S. Columbia University structor : Principal, Coldvvater Public School Director of Kindergarten, Grand Rapids Assistant Kindergarten Education, Columbia University Director Kindergarten, State Nor- mal College W. S. N. S. KATHERINE MULRY, Sixth Grade Indianapolis Normal School B. S. Columbia University Instructor : Director of Practice, Indianapolis Normal W. S. N. S. EDITH SEEKELL, Hiyhlh Grade Grand Rapids Normal University of Michigan Teachers ' College, Columbia Instructor ; Grand Rapids Public Schools W. S. N. S. LOUISE STEINWAY, Seven Ik Grade Massachusetts State Norma l School B. S. Teachers ' College, Columbia University Instructor : Assistant Principal. Junior High School. Springfield. Mass. W. S. N. S. 45 MARIE COULTER COLE, Appoint- ment Secretary Nazareth Acadeiiiy Kalamazoo Schools W. S N. S. BERNICE HESSELING, Assistant W. S. N. S. NATALIE E. MURPHY, A. B., Assist- ant Secretary University of Michigan W. S, N. S. LUCILE FLEUGAL, Clerk. in,jli Sell 00 1 W. S. N. S. ATTA CHAPMAN, Assistant Librar.an Grand Rapids Public Library W. S. N. S. LEAH SAUTH, Clerk, Extension Dc partnieni V. S. N. S. 47 4 , sJ l nCh .MRS. II. : IcMAxMS. Assistant Libra- rian Indiana Stale Normal School Public Schools, Tcrrc Haute, Indi- ana: Pasadena, California; Kal- aniazoo ' , S. . S. . ' .NNA L. FRENCI-I, Librarian Mi hijan State Norn-al College Orcxel Institute, Library School W. S. N. S. ' U VIVIAN HALE, Assistant MABEL HAVEN, Assistant HELEN McMANIS, Assistant PAUL RANDALL, Assistant 48 ALUMNI Pride, not vain and bigoted, but true and inspiring, is the feeling the alumni of Western State Normal School have for their Alma Mater. The school has furnished inspiration to its graduates, it has opened nevf vistas of thought, raised old ideals higher and made more progressive citizens of its students as is testified by the many fields of endeavor entered by Western Normal graduates. In that fir.st class of 1905 there were sixteen graduates, this number ha. ; increased each year, until the class of 1920 has two hundred and seventy- seven graduates. The class of 1920 is smaller than those of the last fevvf years, caused by this period of readjustment, but next year a larger enrollment than in any previous year is expected. One of the achievements of the school to which the alumni point with great pride is the perfection of the four year course. The degree given at the completion of this course is recognized by the University of Michigan as of equal value to the degree given there, so that students are admitted for ad- vanced work without examination. The standard Michigan adopted, the University of Chicago accepted, which means Western A. B. graduates may enter either institution. The first A. B. class though small, numbering only seven, represents the nucleus which the alumni feel confident will grow into a larger group each year until the four year course will rank in number with the two year course. The first A. B. group is mentioned as to present work, as they helped to hew the trail which others w ill follow. They feel proud of the fact that they were beginners. Mr. Clyde Huff, Mr. H. P. Greenwall, Miss Margaret Spencer are all members of Western Normal faculty. James H. Shackleton holds a posi- tion in the Kalamazoo National Bank. The rest of the class are teaching, Mr. Neil Miller has charge of the science at St. Johns, Miss Florence Baker is teach- ing at Camden, while Miss Emma Hansen is teaching English in one of the High Schools in Chicago. If all classes are as representative of splendid pur- pose and work well done as this one, the alumni will never have any other feeling than pride. The alumni -also announce the unique fact that X ' astern State Normal School has the largest percent of men enrolled of any Norma! School in the United States, dvie to a great extent to clean athletics and a progressive faculty. These are only a few of the reasons for the pride and loyalty the alumni hold for Western. They do not wish to be boastful, but they do wish to boost for their school. The alumni all have done much that is worth while and from the list a few have been chosen as representative members of their class. That the list may not appear partial Western State Normal instructors are ex- cluded. Many could be selected, for varied are the lines of work, but these few may give to the class of 1920 tangible facts upon which they may base their ideals when they enter the proud group of Western State Normal Alumni. 1 905 Bessie Ashton, Head of Geography Department, State Normal School, Farmville, Virginia. 1906 Mary Ensfield, Commissioner of Schools, Kalamazoo County, Michi- gan. 1907 T. Q. Martin, Director of Manual Training, Dubuque, Iowa. 1908 John Phelan, Professor of Rural Sociology, Amherst College, Amherst, Mass . 1 909 Carleton Ehle, Superintendent of Schools, Hastings, Michigan. 1910 Margaret Hutty, Assistant Club Leader. 1912 David Van Buskirk, Superintendent of Schools, Big Rapids, Michigan. 1913 Maflde Davis, Director Training Department, State Normal School, Fredonia, New York. 1914 Henry H. Fuller, Department Rural Education, State Normal School, Mancato, Minnesota. 1915 Judson Hyames, State Athletic Director, Y. M. C. A. 1916 Percy Angrove, Department of Manual Arts, Ionia, Michigan. SO feU Ws IvjS coLLEGiAirsmrofis J3 COLLEGIATE SENIOR DEPARTMENT The past year has been a very important one for the teaching profession. The interest shown by the press and the platform in securing better pay for teachers has already resulted in increased salary schedules for the fall. Unless teachers, however, have good native ability and good training for their work the money invested in these salaries w ill be wasted. The members of the Fourth Year Class of 1920 realized the increased demand for College trained teachers and returned to W. S. N. Equipped with their degrees, they will go out in the fall not only to better paid positions, but to those having larger opportunities. Believing that unless the schools are kept recruited with able, competent, and well trained teachers, the results to education and training for citizenship of the rising generation will be nothing less than disastrous, we urge upon the present students and the alumni of the W. S. N. not to be satisfied with their present training, but to reach forward to advanced study and ultimately to a degree. 52 John H. Blue, Presi- dent. Kalamazoo Business Manager of Brown and Gold Amphictyon Mabel Haven Kalamazoo Brown and Gold Staff Irene McCann Rives Junction John I. Hoyt Richland Chorus Normal Literary Forum Le Cercle Francais Harlo W. Perry Kalamazoo Manual Arts Club Rena E. Thornton Lawton Amphictyon Le Cercle Francais Chorus Y. W. C. A. Hazel Crofoot Hart Chorus Y. W. C. A. Fred S. Hxjff Kalamazoo JUNIOR COLLEGIATE We are glad to be representatives of Normal ' s new A. B. course. Since the course is only two years old, we are more or less pioneers, but someone must pave the way to the fullness of the future and we are not unhappy to be the one. We cannot yet boast of much class activity or spirit, but we are not neglecting the attempt to build up these elements and we are living on the prospects of a fruition of our efforts in the next few years. We know that Normal has all the facilities for a great four-year school and we know that the same powers that have made Normal so reputable an institution for a two-year teaching course, will make it a great place for four-year work. As it is, we are satisfied in the highest degree with the work we are taking, with the facilities for study and with our accomodating and efficient faculty. It is our enthusas- tic hope that Normal will soon be primarily noted as a four-year college and, in a subsidiary way, for its short courses in teaching. 54 S6 m S NIOI S m m IB 57 SENIOR CLASS HISTORY . The Class of 1920 has had an unsually varied experience in its two years at W. S. N. S. In the fall of 1918, September 30, to be exact, we approached Normal hill, some breathlessly, by way of the one hundred forty-three steps others, taking their life in their hands, by way of the cable-car. After pass- ing through the mysteries of enrollment and searching out hidden class rooms, we finally became adjusted. Three hundred and seventy S. A. T. C. men added to the enjoyment of that fall term of 1918. Khaki-clad figures; the gymnasium used as a barracks until the new barracks w ere finished; crow ded class-rooms ;the tramp of war- riors ' feet to the command of March — all these became commonplaces un- til the discharge of all S. A. T. C. men December 1 5, wfhen school closed a week early on account of influenza. School life began to be more normal with the beginning of the winter term. Different organizations became more active. The Faculty Reception, student parties and the art of getting better acquainted occupied our spare time. Class elections resulted in Gerald Fox, President; Rachel McKinstry, Vice-President; Olga Breyman, Secretary; and Dale Braybrooks, Treasurer. During the spring term we entertained the Seniors who had, on March I 4, given a reception for us. The Mid-winter play, the impressive ceremonies of Arbor Day, and the Commencement of 1919 were events of interest. This year we came back feeling like veterans in the service and even will- ingly directed bewildered Juniors over our old fields. We chose class officers as follows: President, Ernest Giddings; Vice-President, Lawrence Moser; Sec- retary, Harold Anderson; Treasurer, Fredericka Keene. The Faculty Reception, the Y. W. picnic, the Woman ' s League Party, student parties, the Senior Reception to the Juniors, and The Importance of Being Earnest were affairs of moment during our last year. As we approach the time for leaving W. S. N. we appreciate more than ever the opportunities these two years have afforded, the friendships we have made, and the knowledge acquired — and finally, the faculty who have helped us to find at least a little bit of good in everything. 59 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Ernest Giddings, President Hesperia Lawrence Moser, Vice-President Kalamazoo Fredericka Keen, Treasurer Kendallville, Ind. W. Harold Anderson, Secretary Allegan SENIOR-JUNIOR RECEPTION Fredericka Keen George Arendt Lawrence Moser Bruce Shepherd Glen Osborn Ruth Betka Ila Boudeman ' BROWN AND GOLD LEAP YEAR PARTY Mildred Kane Alice Warner Lawrence Moser Lodema Noggle Carroll Gale Marjorie Sparks John Blue Marian Hill Mary Henderson Ralph Mahrle Ernest Giddings 60 The Later Elementary Course has been a decided success ever since it was organized three years ago. This course prepares students for teaching in the third, fourth, fifth and sixth grade. The work required furnishes the necessary foundation for efficient teach- ing in the above grades and at the same time permits of a wide range of elec- tion. 61 Theresa Benzo Norway Chorus L. E. A. Gekai.dixe Smith Bedford Senate Dramatics Amphictyon, V i c e- President 1 H.A ] ' ].1;1SHLI Niles L. E. A. }.Iai;h; Callahax Buchanan Normal Literary L. E. A. Freda L. Rittencer Lowell Chorus f Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. Je.ajc Keate Battle Creek Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. L RIAN F. HOUTS Zeeland Chorus Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. Elsie Gwinn Elkton AIlLDRED I. M TTOON : IlN, IE A. BUTER Hastings Zceland Senate Chorus Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. L. E. A. Y. W. G. A. Ethel G. Race Kalamazoo Chorus L. E. A. Florence M. Nagle South Haven L. E. A. Mary W. Woods Cassopolis L. E. A., Secretary- Treasurer Rural Seminar, Vice- President LuLO A. Clark Helen Stratton Mary McCulloch Climax Otsego Saginaw Normal Literary Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. L. E. A. L. E. A. Normal Literary V. W. C. A. 63 Doris Wenche Battle Creek L. E. A. Y. W. C. A. Prudence Pitcher Sister Lakes Le Cercle Francais L. E. A. Y. W. C. A. Serene Bp;adle Fenton Normal Literary L. E. A. Y. W. C. A. Gladys V. Smith Kalama oo Beulah E. Hurtle Dowagiac L. E. A. Margaret DRICKS Grand Rapids Chorus L. E. A. Hen- Nina a. Seelig Northport Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. Janet Van Tongeren Holland L. E. A., Vice-Presi- dent Amphictyon Dramatics 64 Tern Walton Bertha Simmons AIrs. Alice Renwick Marv G. Dickie Gladwin Grand Rapids Rockford Pontiac Senior Scouts- -Scout L. E, A. Y. W. C. A. Nurse Chorus Chorus Y. W. C. A. Nora E. Renkes Hastiiifjs EuLAH Glade Benton Harbor ' , W. C. A. ]., !•;. A. Louise Whitman Coldwatcr L. E. A. Lucille J. Seaglev Sturgis 65 ThB- SiCrt AT THE- TOP SPe-AKS F-o| TH«S WXG-fc-. ! , ■ . ■..-.. ' J 66 Western Normal is one of few Normal schools in which the Early Ele- mentary Department combines the Kindergarten and Primary work — group- ing the kindergarten, first and second grades. The training in this department is the same whether a girl is preparing to teach in the kindergarten or the first two grades. Certain subjects w hich pertain to child life and enable a teacher to better understand the child are required. There is a wide choice of subjects that may be elected at the stu- dent ' s pleasure. One subject of vital importance required in this course is Early Childhood Education, planned to acquaint students with childhood, its interests, impulses and emotions. Specific study of children in real play and work situations, by means of observation, are required. The Early Elementary department holds an annual Easter sale, booths being arranged where candy, cookies, ice-cream, and flowers are sold. The proceeds have been used for the care of a French orphan which tht; depart- ment adopted three years ago. About ninety women students are enrolled this year, all of vrhom wll receive life certificates at the end of their two year course. 07 Gladys M. AIapes Bellevue Normal Literary, President V. W. C. A. Early Elementary Klub Dorothea Fessenden Dessie Johxsox DiLNA FhRKlS Kalamazoo Elk Ranids Lakeyiew Dramatics Early Elementary Klub Y. W. C. A. Early Elementary Klub Klub, Treasurer Y. W. C. A. Y. W. C. A. Elizabeth Rochei.ein Dorothy C. Stert Mendon Normal Literary Early Elementary Klub Oklahoma Ci Okla. Normal Literary Early Elementary Klub Y. W. C. A. Laura ' ooLPERT Hcspcria Early Elementary Klub Y. W. C. A. Chorus TRGiNiA Whipple Benton Harbor Early Elementary Klub 68 Helen Lewis Bessie Rogers Paw Paw Hastings Earlv Elementary Earlv Elementary Klub Klub J. luEXE Foster Iron Moimtain Early Elementary Klub Chorus KiRrHA I, Tobias Dowagiac Normal Literary Chorus Mildred Bracknev Clayton Early Elementary Klub Early Elementary Y. W. C. A. K-lnl) Viva Mae Hunt Cassopolis Ruth B. Fisher Cassopolis Early Elementary Klub KiiEA Richardson Penfiekl Earlv Elementary KUib 69 Anna Laura Gamble Audrey M. Pangborn KUTHE CaRMODV kuiiv Holmes Hart Alanson Watervliet Gobleville Jr. Girls ' Glee Club Chorus Y. W. C. A. Chorus Early Elementary Early Elementary Y. W. C. A. Klub Klub Early Elementary Normal Literary Klub Vivian Peer Marjorie Hovt Katherine Wright Carrie J. Meeker Kalamazoo Lansing South Haven Lansing Early Elementary Early Elementary Klub Klub 102.0 Mrs. Marie Maun Ashtabula Y. W. C. A. Chorus Dorothy D. Keeler Grand Rapids Early Elementary Klub Annabelle Larson Manistee Senate Y. W. C. A., Treas- urer Early Elementary Klub Doris Van Lieu Bellaire Y. W. C. A. : Early Elementary Klub Julia Ren wick Ruth Huysman Fredericka Keen Lois H. Crawford Rockford Kalamazoo Kendallville, Ind. Morrice Y. W. C. A. Early Elementary Senate Early Elementary Senate Senior Class, Treas- urer Y. W. C. A. Early Eleinentary Klub Klub Y. W. C. A. Klub Ano THE- ' ? ue-T- -rv4E-5e- rom p rouiso uoo«,f The Senior High School Life Course prepares students for teaching in the grades above the ninth. Opportunity is given for speciaHzation in any chosen line of work. A major of eighty-four weeks and a minor of at least forty-eight weeks are required. Courses are offered in history, English, geography, speech, bio- logy, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. This department is increasing in numbers. The first year there were about sixty enrolled, while this year there were one hundred thirty-five who completed the course. Charles H. Blivin Hastings Y. M. C. A, Ada E. Whitman Holland Sr. Glee Club Y. W. C. A. Rachel M. McKin- STRV Marshall Y. W. C. A., President Senate Jr. Glee Club Chorus Carroll I. Gale Sodus Y. M. C, A„ Vice President Men ' s Glee Club Music Study Club Grover a. Kurtz Allegan Forum Y. M. C. A. Alice B. Warner Traverse City Senate Assistant Editor of Brown and Gold Marjorie Kenvon Portland Y. W. C. A. H. M. Murphy Cassopolis Y. M. C. A. Forum 74 V5NS Fred W. Carti.and ?Iattie Hamblev Kalamazoo Lacota Orchestra V. W. C. A. English Conference Ila Fave Boudeman Clifford Pugslev Kalamazoo Senate, President Normal Literary V. W. C. A. Paw Paw Forum Y. M. C. A. Normal Literary Ned Van VoLKENBERG Mildred Kane Leta F. Wells Kalamazoo Colon Marne Y. W. C. A. Y. W. C. A. Dramatics Jay E. Holmes Carroll R. Bay Calumet Forum Y. M. C. A. Amphictyon UUTII M. I- ' ITCH Three Rivers Household Arts Club Laura C. Lautner Traverse City Senate Classical Club John J. Lee Marcellus Men ' s Glee Club Normal Literary Arthur J. Paul Ruth Nye Ruth M. Green Burlington Kalamazoo Lowell Y. W. C. A, Chorus Alexander Monto Detroit Forum Y. W. C. A. Xornial Literary 76 Li; vis D. Crawford River Rouge V. M. C. A. Forum Normal Literary Gertrude Marshall Kalamazoo Normal Literary Classical Club AIlLDRED HaNEL Elk Rapids Y. W. C. A. Lionel Van Kersen Muskegon Classical Club Forum Men ' s Glee Club Le Ccrcle Francais Gerald W. Fox Beulah E. Bailey Kalamazoo Kalamazoo I ' orum T - I TT ]Mcn ' s Glee Club -= Ccrcle Francais Advertisiusf Manager Classical Club for Brown and Gold LrciLE Warn Kalamazoo Le Ccrcle Francais Seth C. Keasey Centcrville Y. M. C. A. Forum Normal Litcrar - Florente Pitcher Charlotte Y, W. C. A. Normal Literary A. Dernice Seelev Bangor Classical Club Le Cercle Fraiicais Chorus .Marie Barnes Coldwatcr Le Cercle Francais Alice AL Cagney Scotts Paul R. Bowersox Kalamazoo Football, ' 18- ' 19 Forum Sara Ellen Briggs Helen I. Davis Russell Doney BiR Rapids Morrice R=,vpnna Y. W. C. A. Ka%enna Ruth Grahn Purl K. Nulf Marie L. Knapp Forest Averill Coloma Mendon Ionia Ravenna Y. W. C. A. Y. W. C. A., Vice- Y. M. C. A.. President dent Forum Amphictyon Nathalie Nelson Walter A. Olsen Corienne Pitcher Louise Olds Coopersville Bav City Sister Lakes Hartford Le Cercle Francais Baseball Y. W. C. A. Amphictyon Amphictyon Basketball Chorus Football Lc Cercle Francais Enslish Conference 79 Er.xest Giddings Llv.is Ia-us Lawrkxli: Moseu Hesperia Marcellus Kalamazoo Forum lucrum Senior Class. Vice- Y. M. C. A. Men ' s Glee Club President Senior Class, Presi- Music Study Club Baseball. ' 18- ' 19- ' .30 dent Normal Literary Brown and Gold Staff Bob Anvvay Kalamazoo Lc Cerdo Francais DokOTUV BlANCHATO CoRRIXTHA SaLSBURV P.iUL L. GlI.DlN-G c Portland Grand Rapids VicksburR Senate „ Dramatics Dramatics I.e Ccrcle Francais Xormal Lilcrar - Amphictyon The Junior High School Life Course was organized to meet the demand for trained teachers for the increasing number of junior high schools in the state and to prepare students to teach in the seventh, eighth and ninth grades in those schools which do not have such a department. The work is similar to that of the Senior High School Life Course but offers a wide range of subject matter. A student is prepared to teach four subjects upon the completion of this course. Figures for enrollment show that there are forty students taking the course. This number is about equally divided between junior and senior girls. Sarah M. Peck SUSA B. LiNSDAY Belle Bingham Alice Canfield Charlotte Montague Coldwater Benton Harbor Y. W. C. A. Y. W. C. A. L. E. A. Jr. High Club Jr. High Club Jr. High Club Chorus Y. W. C. A. Normal Literary Ruby Wolz Angeline Gale Winnie Boers Helen Corbin Three Oaks Sodus Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Jr. High Club Y. W. C. A. Jr. High Club Y. W. C. A. Jr. High Club Jr. Hi.gh Club Mormal Literary 82- Ethel Huff Dorothy Smith Edith Anderson I Iarion Smith White Piseon Grand Rapids Ada Kalamazoo Jr. High Club Y. W. C. A. Secretary Y. W. C. A. Jr. High Club Y. W. C. A. Jr. High Club Presi- Amphictyon dent Jr. High Club - Normal Literary Belle Strunk Gladys D. y Harriet Van Ant- Genevieve Shoger Davton Rockford werp Wavland Jr. High Club Jr. High Club Dowagiac Y. W. C. A. Editor of Brown and Brown and Gold Staff Senate, Clerk Gold. Jr. High Club Normal Literary So ciety, Vice-Pres. 83 Isabella Eastman Ethelyn Hamilton Bethel Honeysette Martin Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Jr. High Club E. E. Klub Y. W. C. A. Music Club Jr. High Club Art Club Sr. Girl ' s Glee Club LuTiNA Workman Mabel Vandenberg Emily Herkimer Gladys B. Ireland Hastings Kalamazoo Niles Berrien Center Jr. High Club Normal Literary Y. W. C. A. Y. W. C. A. Household Arts Club Jr. High Club Jr. Hi.uh Club Household Arts Club The Art Department seeks to lay the foundation for a thorough art edu- cation. It awakens an appreciation of beauty in the world of nature and art, and cultivates self-expression in graphic form. The graduates from this department have filled positions in cities of Michigan and elsewhere as special teachers and supervisors of art and as art- ists in the commercial world. Specimens of the work done during the year were sent to the Western Arts Association in Detroit. During the past year several art treats have been afforded the students through this department, including an exhibit of work made by Miss Golds- worthy during her sabbatical year spent in southern California and a visit to the Todd art gallery. Correspondingly, the aim of the music department is to train special teachers and supervisors of music who will be of real service and inspiration in every way possible to the community in which they are found. Through the various musical organizations, students acquire experience in group sing- ing and ensemtle playing and become acquainted with some of the master- pieces of the literature of music. Many students combine work in these two departments, and there is a great demand for supervisors to take charge of both music and art work in public schools. The combination is a good one, and the two departments work together harmoniously. 85 VSNS Ferne Campbell Blanche I. Olivkh Miriam M. Avery Fanny R. Suhr Kalamazoo Plainwell Three Rivers South Haven Chorus Dramatics, Pres. Sr. Girls ' Glee Club Sr. Girls ' Glee Club Sr. Girls ' Glee Club Senate Sr. Girls ' Quintette Chorus Music Study Club Music Study Club Chorus Y. W. C. A. Art Club Art Club Art Club Art Club Ona L. Braybrooks Greta Haywood Marion E. Hill Ruth G. Nichols Lawrence Vermontville Colon Kalamazoo Sr. Glee Club Amphictyon Y. W. C. A. Music Study Club Sr. Quintette Sr. Glee Club Music Study Club Chorus Chorus St. Quintette Chorus Sr. Glee Club Music Study Club Music Study Club Sr. Girls ' Glee Club Y. W. C. A. Nelie M. Thacker Ethi;l M. Wilrer Gertrude Stewart Gertrude Irene Fix- Traverse City Sr. Glee Club Chorus Athens Amphictyon Music Study Club Bloomingdale Sr. Glee Club Chorus lay Battle Creek Music Study Club Music Study Club Sr. Glee Club Sr. Quintette Chorus President Le., Cercle Francais Secretary Senate Lyda M. Moore Ardene Rysdorp Margaret Doyle Florence E. Button Allegan Grand Haven Albion Kalamazoo Normal Literary Amphictyon Women ' s League Art Club Art Club Sr. Glee Club Art Club Jr. Glee Club, ' 18 Y. W. C. A. Chorus Brown and Gold Brown and Gold Orchestra Art Editor Staff 87 OpkuGHT-e-R Of- T -e- RmmT- Bv sH. Marked evidence of the widening field of industry is shown in the grow- ing enrollment in this department. Courses in mechanical, free hand, architectural, machine drawing and design are offered in the drawing department. In the wood working depart- ment are courses in bench work, wood turning, pattern and cabinet making. Auto and machine shop rank among the most important shop courses. Among the subjects of the course are physics, chemistry, mathematics, and history. The instructors of the department are Mr. Bowen. Mr. Sherwood, and Mr. Weaver. 89 Donald E. Wallace CvRUs W. Glenn Thurston E. Markle Marlin Bigelow Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Barago Kalamazoo Manual Arts Club Manual Arts Club Y. M. C. A. Amphictyon Normal Literary Forum Glenn W. Levey William R. Gorham D. R. Hoover Cecil P. Randall Elsie Kalamazoo Wakelee South Haven Manual Arts Club Manual Arts Club Manual Arts Club Manual Arts Club President Glee Club Glee Club Y. M. C. A. Chorus Music Study Club Y. M. C. A. 90- Ralph E. French Leslie M. Spoor Lewis C. Harter Dale Br.avbrooks Port Huron Kalamazoo Paw Paw Lawrence Football Forum Manual Arts Club Men ' s Glee Club Baseball Manual Arts Club President Manual Arts Club Chorus Manual Arts Club Guy E. Joy Wesley L. Eva Franklin L. Jones Albert L. Sargent Bloomingdale Vulcan Marshall Royal Oak Dramatics Basketball ' 18, ' 19 Manual Arts Club Manual Arts Club Orchestra Basketball, ' 19, ' 20 Forum Y. M. C. A. Manual Arts Club l Ianual Arts Club President ' 18 91 ' icTOR C. Simons Erxest L. A Grand Junction Ba_v Citj Manual Arts Club Manual Arts KERMAX Club Howard D. Chull Coldwater Football •18, ' 19 Basketball ' 19 Track ' 20 Manual Arts Club Roy a. Green Andrew Carrigan Detroit Delton Manual Arts Club Manual Arts Club Walter A. Vulcan Basketball Baseball Manual Art Graff William Naughtin Saugatuck Manual Arts Club Club 92 Physical education is no longer the routine of formal gymnastics that it has been in the past. The main purpose is to develop healthy bodies capable of handling the world ' s work. Michigan is the twelfth state to show an ap- preciation of the value of physical education by passing a law w hich makes physical training compulsory in the public schools. The Girls ' Physical Education Department has the largest enrollment in the history of the department. There was an enrollment of ten Juniors in 1918, and this year shows that number more than tripled. The Men ' s Physical Education Department has a splendid enrollment al- though but recently formed. It was established to meet the demand for men trained in this kind of work and is destined to become one of the most pop- ular and successful departments of the school. 93 MiLDRF.D E. Hurt Grand Rapids Basketball ' 19- ' 20 Kathlkkn Wright Harbor Springs Basketball ' 19- ' 20 OixA Bkevman Grand ivapids SLMiate Rachel Cole Grand Rapir Girl Scouts RuiH C. Lytle Eli,;. 3eth Mann Ella V. Holmberg Helen C. Roe Grand Rapids Sapulpa, Okla. Amasa Portland Dramatics Senate Basketball ' 20 Music Club Women ' s League Girl Scouts, Secre Chorus President tarv Sr. Girls ' Glee Club Ir. Glee Club 94 Olive May Hartlf.v Marie Lucile James R. Swain Grand Rapids Herson Jimmie Senate Grand Rapids Coldwater Basketball Basketball ' 19, ' 20 Basketball ' 18 Girl Scouts Girl Scouts, Secre- Baseball ' 18 tary, ' 19 Tennis ' 18- ' 19 Duncan P. Cameron Guv E. Houston Grant Westgate Cam Kalamazoo Westy Trout Creek Football ' 17. ' 19 Kalamazoo Normal Literary Basketball ' 18, ' 20 Football ' 17- ' 19 Football Track ' 18, ' 20 Basketball ' 18- ' 19- ' 20 Basketball Baseball ' 18- ' 19- ' 20 Baseball 96 The Household Arts department ofFers courses in cooking, home nursing, and first aid, home sanitation and management, nutrition, clothing, and tex- tiles. If these subjects are taken a s major work, a student is capable of teach- ing household arts in the city schools from the kindergarten through the high school. These courses, however, are open not only to those students who special- ize in this work, but also to anyone who desires training in the practical side of home-making. Practice teaching in household arts and in some academic subject is re- quired of specializing students. The girls have as a part of their work the management of various banquets and luncheons given in the school. This is a valuable application of principles learned. Last year there were only seven Juniors and this year there are twenty- ' five. The dream of the Household and Manual Arts building is soon to be realized. Our instructors are: Mary Moore ...Supervisor in Cooking Mabel Thielman Cookery Alice Blair Supervisor in Clothing and Textiles Maude Bergen Clothing 97 Annette Moncrief Ernestine Prentice Velma Cox Benton Harbor Kalamazoo Evart Dramatic Association Household Arts Club Household Arts Club Household Arts Club Y. W. C. A. Treasurer Normal Literary Erma Lamoreaux Mary Agnes Finley Daisie Manning Comstock Park Hartford Marcellus Household Arts Club Amphictvon Y. W. C. A. Chorus Chorus Art Club Household Arts Club Household Arts Club Bessie Buckingham Ludington Household Arts Club Helen A. Perkey Household Arts Club Y. W. C. A. Eaton Rapids C. Ruth Betka Scottville Senate Chorus Household Arts Club. President Normal Literary PHOTOLESS SENIORS Jennie Fidler Hesperia Urbana Wilbur Ashley Marjorie Kenyon Portland Fern Goodspeed Wayland Pearl Fidler Hesperia pRMA Parks Lawrencg 99 UOOXA ftt IF- Bia F-fc-t-T K.er-6-P THfc- GlRJtS I r liiiifrrwririrrnnBiBii iiiiaMi ' ri r i ._ ; _. .. l.. ., -j.i__ .;. .. ' .--. . i-iii;-i lilwl June 1920, closes the most successful year in the history of the Depart- ment of Commerce. Since its organization four years ago, the enrollment has increased six-fold, and this year totals twenty-three Seniors, twenty- nine Juniors, and twenty Special Students. The primary aim of the course has been to train students for teaching, but there is an increasing number pre- paring for business positions. Although a high degree of specialization is necessary in the training of a commercial teacher, the course is made broad enough to cover the entire field of business. Courses in accounting, shorthand, typewriting, law, economics, commer- cial geography, business arithmetic, letter-writing, and office management are required in the Life Certificate Course in addition to the six courses in educa- tion. The courses are open not only to students who specialize in this work, but also to anyone who cares to minor in the department. 101 (Ikor;,!-: Arend LODEMA NOGGI.E Hazel Brqw.x Benton Harbor Galien Kalamazoo Commerce Club Pres- Commerce Club Commerce Club ident Y. W. C. A. Cabinet Le Cercle Francais Men ' s Glee Club Basketball ' 19 Music Study Club Brown and Gold Chorus Staff Morris L. Morton St. Joseph Commerce Club Y. M. C. A. Carroll Pedersen Glayds Williams Harriet Virgo Lloyd E. Jesson Cadillac Marshall Schoolcraft Muskegon Commerce Club Commerce Club Commerce Club Commerce Club Forum Senate Chorus Jr Girls ' Glee Club Amphicfyon Chorus Dean R. Smith Martha Stap Winifred Coleman Clyde Sprague Union City Grand Haven Kalamazoo Vermontville Commerce Club Commerce Club, Sec Commerce Club Commerce Club retary Brown and Gold Senate, Treasurer Staff Y. W. C. A. Irene Bucknell Margaret Franklin Mildred Conrad Sturgis Hopkins Mattawan Commerce Club Commerce Club Commerce Club Olive M. Boyd Climax Commerce Club Y. W. C. A. 103 Harold Anderson Ethel M. Schroeder Belva McCormick Leslie S. Moon Allegan Marshall Plainwell Cadillac Commerce Club Senate Commerce Club Forum Music Study Club Y. W. C. A. Amphictyon Brown and Gold Staff Jr. Girls ' Glee Club Y. M. C. A. Dramatics Commerce Club PHOTOLESS SENIORS Mildred C. Hughes Ethel Galleher Louise Van Dyke Kalamazoo Three Rivers Grand Rapids Dorothy Taft Marian Taft Blanche Broberg Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Augusta This has been a good year in the Department of Rural Education. Be- fore the Year Book was printed a year ago, the graded and limited rural courses of study were consolidated. This year all students who plan to with- draw to enter teaching after their Junior Year are directed by this department in what is called the Limited Course. There are sixty students enrolled. Ten seniors are completing the life certificate course in rural education, and are going into very desirable teaching positions at excellent salaries. Practice teaching facilities in rural training schools have been increased and a jitney has been put into use in connection with the Michigan Avenue rural school. Students in the department have taken an increased responsibility in the gen- eral institutional activities. Closer co-operation with public schools in Kalamazoo and other coun- ties is an encouraging feature of this year ' s work. By this means the sum- mer school, the extension courses, and the more general community service of the Department of Rural Education have been improved. Active co-op- eration with the State Department of Public Instruction has brought about a truer mutual appreciation between The Western State Normal School and the teachers and pupils of County Normal Training Classes in this part of Michi- gan. It is hoped that this better understanding will mean that more grad- uates of county normals will complete their state life certificates in rural education. The slow grow th of the years seems to be gaining momentum. 105 Helen Retoska Esther Stkawbridge I£i)XA Otis ■■■ ■ Heanche Norton Detroit Flint Schultz Walkerville Rural Seminar Y. W. C. A. Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Y. W. C. A. Cabinet Rural Seminar Normal Literary So- Normal Literary So Chorus ciety ciety Normal Literary So- Chorus Chorus ciety Sr. Girls ' Glee Club Lois E. Bowman Lela McDowell Anna Antes Dorothy Haven Battle Creek Kalamazoo Benton Harbor Benton Harbor Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Normal Literary Normal Literary So- Y. W. C. A. Y. W. C. A. Chorus ciety 106 Gladys M. Miller Traice Cl ' shmax Hklen Monger Pearl Denison Olivet Bangor Benton Harbor Kalamazoo Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Nina I. McKinlay Sadie Gelders Grant Three Rivers Rural Seminar Lois Lackey Three Rivers Hattie Moberg St. Joseph 107 Myrtle Brower Zeeland Rural Seminar Y. W. C. A. Chorus Blanche E. Wilson Helen Stems Esther Beaudry Bellevue South Bend, Ind. South Bend, Ind. Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Girl Scouts Lois W. Rush Bryan Crofoot Hazel Corneil MiNNiE Van Bellevue Wayland Alba Allsburg Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Coopersville Normal Literary So- Forum Y. W. C. A. Rural Seminar ciety Normal Literary ciety So- Y. W. C. A. 108 Alice Crane Amy E. Wright Esther Babcock Hazel Robbins . Plainwcll Climax Galien Grand Rapids Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Edena Power ' tuRNiE Van Emma T. Bowman Lavina Baker Niles TiLLBURG Shelby Kalamazoo Rural Seminar Galien Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Jr. Glee Club Rural Seminar Y. W. C. A. 109 Marian Barber Ivan D. Lavanwav MuRL R. Mom any Augusta Eau Claire Berrien Center Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Men ' s Glee Club PHOTOLESS SENIORS Fred B. Hoefelmeyer Ravenna A. L. Mills Hesperia Howard Murphy Cassopolis LusETTA Fitzpatrick Leta Wklls Battle Creek Berlin Ruth Fisher Cassopolis 110 Ill JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Daryl N. Hoetzel, President Marshall Harry H. HuIIer, Vice-President Climax Lelah Smith, Secretary Battle Creek Keith Johnson, Treasurer Battle Creek JU NIOR-SENIOR RECEPTION COMMITTEE Burton Sibley Daryl Hoetzel Lelah Smith Larnard Goodrich Irene Gideon 112 JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY On October the first, the majority of us Juniors climbed the Normal Hill for the first time. Uppermost in the thoughts of each of us was the wish that we would have here at Normal many joys and many successes. At first the school with its various activities proved a source of wonder- ment to us, but gradually, as this wore off many lonesome letters reached the homefolks. Had it not been for the loyal Seniors, v rho not only entertained us at a very enjoyable reception, but also helped in every way to make us feel more at home, these letters might have continued. As organization is the basis for all united activity, we held a class meet- ing and elected our officers as follow s: President Daryl Hoetzel Vice-President Harry Huller Secretary Lelah Smith Treasurer Keith Johnson We were very happy when we were able to show the Seniors our appre- ciation of their attitude tow ard us, by entertaining them at the Junior-Senior Reception. We have taken intense interest in all school activities. This is especially true in athletics since so many of our Juniors are taking an active part in that work. We have tried to instill in each of our members a sufficient degree of en- thusiasm and sufficient sense of responsibility so that the class of 1920 will have no hesitation in entrusting senior honors to the keeping of the class of 1921, 113 114 115 g S 116 117 U8 119 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL LIFE .Aa m Tics Ml f- f BOTTOfI ■[Ml IB Dragging Western Normal from the lower rounds of the ladder of foot- ball fame and placing her upon the lofty pinnacle of success, such was the feat of the 1919 football team. The season will go down in the annals of Western Normal as one of the greatest since William H. Spaulding began to teach the Normalites the gentle gridiron sport and the art of humbling op- posing teams. With the aid of the mighty pigskin warriors, of whose prowess Western Normal men will never tire of speaking, Spaul humbled oppon- ents for many years. It vfas Normal everywhere and Normal never could be foiled, try as hard as the rival colleges would. When the cup seemed filled to overflowing, the tide suddenly changed. Without warning came the crash and Western Normal toppled before the giants of Notre Dame. At last the mighty, the invincible Brown and Gold dropped. Normal had tasted the fruit of the tree of bitterness and the laurel was again sweet to the taste. Like the downfall, success was sudden and unexpected. Spaul never faltered. His old time talks served their former purpose of instilling ginger and self-confidence. Short, concise, but straight from the shoulder, they had the same effect upon the Normalites that the Napoleonic speeches must have had upon those wonderful warriors of the first empire. He moulded an eleven, whose prowess startled the west, from men whom numerous critics spoke of as dubs early in the season. Giving due credit to Spaul, extending to Buck Reed praise for his share in the wonderful work, yet we must grant that it was essentially Normal 122 spirit and confidence that placed the Brown and Gold above the proud colors of opposing institutions. It was the wonderful quality of we CAN do it and we WILL do it which filled the men and which enabled them to sweep over M. A. C, Wabash and Albion. The opening of the season was fairly auspicious. Playing loose football, which showed slight flashes of championship form, Normal easily defeated De- troit Junior College. The men of Spaul crossed Detroit ' s goal almost at will. It appeared as if the scorers were tired of keeping tally of the points Normal gained. The total was 88, but this hardly represents the manner in which Detroit was handled. Success was not to be easy, however, for the next week the M. A. C. eleven, the pride of Lansing, was played to a standstill. Each side scored three touchdowns but Olsen ' s goals after touchdown decided the day. The year before the Aggies had handed out a defeat and the Brown and Gold was thirsting for revenge. It took the heart out of the Aggies and as a result athletic relations may be severed. The following Friday, as the shades of night approached, a train ar- rived, bearing the Little Giants of Wabash, Spaul ' s Alma Mater, on victory bent. The following day was an ideal football day. Normal spirit was never more in evidence. There have been victories by narrow margins, winning points in the last second of play, dashes the entire length of the field, but never has there been a clash that attracted and held the interest of the spec- tators as did the Normal-Wabash game of 1919. Normal emerged victorious, 2 7-13, after one of the most thrilling battles seen on Normal Field. Scarcely had the rooters ceased rejoicing over this victory, when Spaul and the gang left to battle Notre Dame. The Brown and Gold was suffering a slump due to the strain of the two preceding games and the scrappy Catholics caught them off their guard. To be frank. Normal was greatly outplayed. Result 53 — 0. Nuff sed. Rumors to the effect that cancellation was being installed in the cur- riculum of our next opponents. Next report. Students in those instiutions making great, great headway in the subject. Last report. Cancellation of Hope, Hillsdale and Grand Rapids Junior College games. The old Normal spirit was again in evidence when the team left for Al- bion. At least one hundred fifty rooters accompanied the team. The men themselves were determined but not over-confident. The result is too well known to call for description and let it suffice to say that victory was never more welcome. This ended the 1919 season. With all the praise that can and must be given to the men who made up the regular team and to their coaches, one important part of this year ' s 123 football squad is deserving of more than a word of mention. Those men who played so brilliantly against M. A. C. and Wabash would have been like in- fants; that team work would have been impossible had it not been for the untiring work of the men who won the R. Without expecting praise and with little regard in sight, they cheerfully worked night after night as buffers for the regular machine. Truly it is to the reserves that a large share of the praise must be given. SUMMARY Detroit Junior W. S. N. S 88 M. A. C 18 W. S. N. S 21 Wabash 13 W. S. N. S 27 Notre Dame 53 W. S. N. S Hope cancelled W. S. N. S G. R. Junior cancelled W. S. N. S Hillsdale cancelled W. S. N. S Albion 7 W. S. N. S 20 124 P J; a fu a Cfl . 125 BASKETBALL SEASON 70 State ChampionsI After many years of hard fighting and continuous plodding, Western State Normal has at last reached the topmost goal, the pinnacle of success. Without fear or contradiction, we can justly say that the team of 1920 is the best aggregation that has ever represented Western State Normal. One of the hardest schedules in the history of the school was play- ed and the 1920 record will go down as the most admirable achievement ever accomplished by any Normal basketball team. In spite of four disastrous defeats t the hands of Wabash, Detroit, Hope, and Mt. Pleasant, Western Normal ' s 1920 team went through such e( ' success- ful season that the championship claim could be awarded only to her. The other claimant, University of Detroit, suffered a defeat at Notre Dame, but Notre Dame lost two games to Western Normal. During the past season, Normal spirit became more and more evident. The co-eds are slowly but surely responding to the call of athletics. The song of the team, We are fighting for you too, is beginning to ring in their ears. Necessarily it was a season marked by pep. That past-master of the art of injecting gingery go-fast into players and rooters, William H. Spauld- ing, was at the helm, in w hich post he has proven his efficiency in preceding years. It was no doubt due to his enthusiasm and stimulating methods that when the first general call w as issued, he w as overwhelmed by a record num- ber of candidates reporting. Though the experience of some of the players was limited to the old barrel hoop nailed on ye old barn door, they all pos- sessed the willingness to work. Twelve men were selected from whom a team of victors might be developed. The prospects of a winning team were glittering before their eyes, but little did they realize that in their midst was a team of championship caliber. Western State Normal began her 1920 schedule by completely annihi- lating Camp Custer, 61-12. The game was replete with lightning-like passing which bewildered the Soldier boys at all times. Western Normal journeyed to Ann Arbor to battle the University. Im- mediately Normal began to take revenge for the defeat administered the pre- ceding year. Every man played his best with but one aim, — victory. At 126 the final whistle. Normal fans poured out into the open exulting in the score. Western Normal 27; Michigan 14. Oh! what a night! Revenge was the key-note of Normal ' s journey to Notre Dame. In the fall of the year Notre Dame ' s football team trimmed the Brown and Gold war- riors at Cartier Field and this was their one chance to retrieve this defeat. Showing a superior brand of basketball. Normal swept the Notre Dame team off their feet with fast passes and floor work, winning by a very narrow mar- gin, 23-22. The following week, Notre Dame played a return engagement in the Normal gym. Long before the beginning of the game, the gym was taxed to its capacity. Many were turned away. Again our boys demonstrated their superior playing ability before 3,000 students and townspeople, winning by a wide margin, 37-21. These two victories more than atoned for the disas- trous football defeat. On the foUow ing Saturday our boys received a scare. They played the Grand Rapids Y at Grand Rapids. Time and time again. Normal of- fense rushed the ball down the floor and missed easy shots. The playing w as consistent but not exceptional. At the sound of the final gong, the score stood. Normal 25 and G. R. Y 23. The Little Giants of Wabash next appeared above the horizon. De- termined but not over-confident, they sought the scalp of Western Normal. From the start of the game to the finish, real basketball was evident. Mar- velous basket shooting and team work sent thrill after thrill into the hearts of the throng in attendance. At last, the Mighty Normal was conquered. Wa- bash had won a well earned victory, 30-28. Old Man Jinx, in the form of a flu germ, was an evident factor in our next battle. Our opponents, the University of Detroit, swept down on us as an eagle in search of its prey. We criedi for deliverance, but to no avail. Detroit emerged victorious, 35-28, before a record breeiking crowd. In the listless game, minus the thrills of the preceding games. Normal de- feated Hope, 23-2 1 . All who attended will admit that the game w as not as in- teresting as the score indicates. The next week. Normal played a return game at Hope. The Dutchmen gave us the razz. Time after time as the Normal forw ards were about to 127 advance the ball, their progress was stopped by spectators on the sidelines. Despite these obstructions, our boys fought gamely and victory was snatched from us in the last forty seconds of play, 27-26. The Brown and Gold five which looked quite like its old self, easily de- feated Grand Rapids Y, 5 5-9. Spaul sent in the second string men about the middle of the second half, and those willing workers created con- siderable amusement in their wild efforts to find themselves. Napoleon spoke to the French army before Austerlitz and a wonderful victory followed; Spaul spoke to five determined men in his own peculiar way before the final Detroit game. The effect was instantaneous. Victory ensued and with it the title, State Champions, 20. Detroit recognized the fact that Western Normal had w on because she had had the better team and Normal gave credit to Detroit for having played a hard, clean game. Who ' d a tho ' t it, State Champeens, b ' gosh. Following the Detroit game. Normal journeyed to Mt. Pleasant Normal. While there a certain referee. Hooligan by name, invaded our ranks and de- prived us of the honor of trimming Mt. Pleasant. Inefficiency on his part was the cause of our downfall. At exactly 1 1 :30 P. M. the disastrous con- flict began. Weary from the long tiresome ride, discouraged at the start by poor officiating, our boys fought bravely on but to no avail. The referee had signed their death warrant. NufI sed. The final game with Mt. Pleasant was cancelled. A case of cold feet, coupled with a yellow streak, developed within the bulwark of Mt. Pleasant Normal. In comparing the playing of the two teams. Western State Normal looms high above its adversaries. Therefore, w e still lay claim to the state championship. Due credit must be given the Reserves. Night after night they stood their ground before the furious onslaught of the ' Varsity. They are to be complimented for their stick-to-it-iveness; and above all their regard lies in the fact that they were the buffers of Michigan ' s Best. Though basketball fans regarded with keen regret the closing of the past season, they firmly believe that the team of 1921 will maintain the excellent basketball record of Western State Normal, so firmly established during the past few years. In the light of retrospection, when the four defeats are seen m in the proper perspective, the basketball season of 1920 may be acclaimed the most successful one in the history of Western State Normal. We leave with the hopes that the teams to be will at all times be imbued with the old Normal fight ' em, fight ' em, fight ' em. SUMMARY W. S. N. S 61 Camp Custer 12 W. S. N. S 27 Michigan 14 W. S. N. S 23 Notre Dame 22 W. S. N. S 37 Notre Dame 21 W. S. N. S 25 G. R. Y 23 W. S. N. S 28 Wabash 30 W. S. N. S 28 Detroit 1 35 W. S. N. S 23 Hope 21 W. S. N. S 26 Hope ; 27 W. S. N. S 55 G. R. Y .. 9 W. S. N. S 23 Detroit 18 129 130 w WEARERS W Anway Football, Track Bennett Footbal Boerman Basketbal Bowersox -.. Footbal Cameron , Football, Basketball, Basebal Garrigein _. -.. Basebal Crull _ Footbal Dunlap Football, Basebal Eva Basketbal Farrer Footbal French Football, Basebal Gill Footbal Houston Football, Basketball, Track McCann Footbal Moser Basebal Olsen Football, Basketball, Basebal Paul Basebal Redmond Footbal Shears Football, Basebal Shepherd Basketball, Basebal Smith Footbal Stein Track Westgate Football, Basketball, Baseball Baseball and track letters were not available at the ti rne of going to press, 131 Stimulated by the inheritance of a veteran nucleus from the roster of Normal ' s 1919 team, the 1920 baseball teaim is bound to gain recognition as one of Michigan ' s strongest teams. When Spaul issued the first call for indoor practice, a record nurriber responded. Though the experience of some of the aspirants was limited to playing one-old-cat on the village green, they all possessed the old pep and consequently balls were seen flying right and left. Following two v reeks of regular practice in the gym and a period of a week on Normal Field, the latter somewhat unsatisfactory on account of rain and unreasonable cold weather, the playing schedule began with Hope College. This game resulted in a win, 6-2. Spaulding used sixteen men during the fracas and all showed up well considering the number of outdoor work outs. The next games resulted as follows: W. S. N. S Rain w. s. N. s :.... 3 W. S. N. S 3 W. S. N. S 5 Notre Dame .Rairi ' U. of Detroit 2 Michigan Mt. Pleasant I A few more workouts and the team will be hitting on all six. , Here ' s for a banner year! The remainder of the schedule is: Notre Dame, there May 5 Mt. Pleasant, here May 8 Valparaiso, there May 1 2 Valparaiso, here May 22 University of Detroit, there June 5 132 s s -133 TRACI( MEET i r Ak AJ Seldom have prospects been so bright for a banner year in field and track sports, as at the beginning of the past season. Coach Taylor was backed by a galaxy of stars whose specialties, covering every event on the track calen- dar, promised Western Normal a well-balanced squad in the dual meets, and a strong entrance in the State Intercollegiates, the ultimate goal of Normal track teams. Western Normal invaded M. A. C. for the first dual encounter of the indoor season. Ample revenge was gained for the defeat sustained on the same floor last year. When the last event was over. Normal had amassed 49 points to the 37 gathered by its opponents. Normal journeyed to Notre Dame with the intent of suplementing the first triumph with the Normal-Notre Dame meet. If ever Notre Dame had felt the ignominy of their basketball defeats, adequate recompense was gained when they defeated Normal 45-40. At the N. A. A. U. meet at Chicago Normal placed third, being nosed out by the University of Chicago and Illinois Athletic Club, both of Chicago. Western Normal was represented at the Relay Carnival held at Detroit, April 1 0. With but four men competing in three different events. Normal was able to land second place with 1 8 points to here credit. Michigan was first with 24. As the Brown and Gold is due to go to press, further reports cannot be printed. The remainder of the schedule is as follows: Notre Dame May 1 3 Depauw May 20 State Meet, Lansing May 29 134- 135 5one- inoRe- Pv4N 5icAi_-E-DDe-fCs Witm THEnR r scoT. 136 Western Normal affords many opportunities for young women to partici- pate in athletics. Hockey, Soccer. Volley ball. Basketball, Baseball, Tennis, Track and Swimming are offered under the direction of competent and enthus- iastic instructors. Junior and Senior teams in Basketball, Track, and Swimming arouse keen competition and increase the interest in this phase of work. HOCKEY AND SOCCER Owing to the adverse conditions of the past two years, hockey and soc- cer have been thrown into the background. The influenza, S. A. T. C, and vaccination raids have handicapped the Physical Education work possibly more than any other department. These games require more players and are more complex than any other outdoor sports, and for that reason are not par- ticipated in so generally. However, they stimulate much rivalry, and it is hoped that the future will see these games coming back and taking their place in the school activities. 137 GIRLS ' BASKETBALL This is the most popular sport of the winter term. Practice is held regu- larly on Saturday mornings and is open to every girl in the school. The work is coached by Miss Guiot and Miss Spaulding and the Senior Physical Educa- tional girls assist in refereeing the games. After some good general practice captains are chosen to represent the Juniors and Seniors. The captains to- gether with the coaches select a Junior and Senior team to play a series of the best three out of five games. In the past each department of the school has been represented by a team and then an elimination series played, but this year owing to the handicaps from the influenza and vaccination there were not enough girls to carry out such a scheme and so the competition was between the Juniors and the Seniors. The Junior team this year was the finest girls ' basketball team that has been turned out in some time. Individual ability, good team work and a large number of players to choose from contributed to the success of the team. In the first game of the series the seniors looked good and came out on the long end of a 22-1 5 score. Then the Juniors took the next three games straight, but not without a fight as the Seniors displayed some good basketball, being greatly hindered by the small number who came out for practice. Here are the lineups and results: JUNIORS SENIORS M. Bottje, (Capt.) P .E R. F B. Honeysette (Capt.) C. Jones, P. E L. F E. Gwynn B. Sheffield L. F M. Herson, P. E. G. Meulenberg, P. E R. G K. Wright, P. E. R. Eckert, P. E L. G R. Cole, P. E. E. Aldworth, P. E J. C M. Hurt, P. E. D. Miller, P. E S. C H. Roe, P. E. H. Emory S. C E. Holmberg, P. E. Feb. 28 Seniors 22 Juniors 15 Mar. 6 Seniors ...11 Juniors 18 Mar. 13 Seniors 17 Juniors 24 Apr. 16 Seniors , 6 Juniors 21 Substitutes: Seniors — O. Hartley, H. Corbin, H. Retoska, M. Ayers. Juniors — M. Beerstecher, D. Elms, V. Ralston, D. Westnedge, M. Meyers. Name Halves Points M. Bottje, Jr 6 2 31 M. Herson, Sr 5 30 E. Gwynn, Sr 5 8 C. Jones, Sr 4 23 M. Honeysette, Sr 4 18 B. Sheffield, Jr V i 13 M. Beerstecher, Jr 3 .1 1 138 SENIOR BASKETBALL TEAM Cole, Holmberg, Hersen, Hurt. Wrigllt, Brevr Corbin, Hartley. Honeysette, Roe, Retoska JUNIOR BASKETBALL TEAM Elms, Meyers, Eckert, Ralston, Muelenberg, Miller Sheffield, Jones, Beerstetcher, Bottje, Emory, Aldrich 139 B g 3 E t: ' o s „ Q n H , U X 140 •  jiife 1 m mi ? l fe . .JKKn f f 1 1 - i 141 Dive or 1 will push you in! Splash! and in goes each fair mermaid. Down, down, down, won ' t they ever come up? Cough, gurgle, choke, such floundering one never did see. And so the merciless course is run till each mere-maid is a lithe neptune. But that isn ' t all. Here is the real test. There are four classes of swimmers, and the girls are graded as follows: Class C — swim the length of the tank, good form in any stroke, do turtle flop and fall dive. All who cannot do the above requirements are classed a s beginners. For entrance into class B, a girl must swim the length of the tank three times, and alternate floating one minute and treading water one minute, do back breast stroke the length of the tank, do any stroke for form, do spring dive, sitting dive and side dive. For entrance into class A one must do side stroke, crawl and back stroke and any other one stroke for form, do running front, squat and swallow dive and the punge and back roll. Later on there comes news of a, sw imming meet, and competition is keen. Miss Frances Haskell and Miss Doris Hussey, who supervise the work, are kept busy coaching the anxious candidates. The big day arrives and with competition at its height, the Seniors, captained by Marie Hersen take the honors from the juniors captained by Alice Warner, scoring 1 49 points against 1 29 points. The following are the results of the meet held May 28, 1919. At this time Miss Helen Mills was taking Miss Haskell ' s place as mem- ber of the Physical Education faculty. 142 SWIMMING MEET Event Winner Time Points One lap crawl R. Eisele, Sr 14 sec. 5 (for form) A. MacGillivray, Sr 15 1 2 3 H. MacLagan, Jr 1 One lap back crawl R. Price, Sr 16 1 2 5 H. MacLagan, Jr 19 1 2 3 A. Warner, Jr 1 Dash — 2 laps E. Hope, Sr 36 5 (free style) E. Price, Sr 37 3 1. Decker, Sr 1 Crawl A. MacGillivray, Sr 5 (for form) R. Eisele, Sr 3 H. MacLagan, Jr 1 Side E. Hope, Sr 3 (for form) A. MacGillivray and E. Price tied.... 3 A. Warner and F. Van Brook tied 1 Double over arm L. Olds, Jr 24 1 5 5 (beginners ' event) R. McKinstry, Jr 24 2 5 3 Benjamin 25 I Diving E. Hope, Sr., and I. Decker tied 53 (for form) A. MacGillivray, Sr 52 R. Price, Sr 51.5 Relay race won by Seniors: M. Squires, R. Eisele, E. Hope and I. Decker. Time: 1 min. 12. Points: 5. Juniors: A. Warner, R. Lytle, H. MacLagan, E. Price. INDIVIDUAL HONORS Three highest Seniors: A. MacGillivray 77 points E. Hope and R. Eisele tied 73.5 Three highest Juniors A. Warner 65 H. MacLagan 63.5 R. Lytle 143 The field meet is an annual event which is held on Normal Athletic field late in the spring term. The meet is open to every girl in the school and every year one or more records are broken. The general administration for the met is in charge of the Senior Physical Education girls. Each girl is allowed to enter not more than four events. Marie Herson took the individual honors, winning three firsts and a second, for a total of 1 8 points in a possible 20. Event 50 yd. dash (world ' s record 6 sec.) (school record 6 4 5) 70 yd. low hurdles (school record 10 1 5 sec.) Hop-step and Jump (w orld ' s record 33 ' 6 ) (school record 30 ' 6 ) Basketball throw (school record 78 ' 3 3 4 ) (world ' s record 88 ' 10 ) Baseball throw (school record 152 ' 6 ) (world ' s record 218 ' 5 ) Running high jump (world ' s record 4 ' 9 ) (school record 4 ' 2 ) Relay race (4 runners, 1 10 yd. per Won by Seniors (Eisele, Hope Ns Time Herson, Sr „ 7 2 5 sec. Hartley, Jr. Warner, Jr. .Hartley, Jr 12 4 5 sec. Hope, Sr. Van Brook, Sr. Hope, Sr 25 ' 4 1 2 Herson, Sr. Wells, Jr. Herson, Sr 63 ' 6 Roe, Jr. Lyttle, Jr. Herson, Sr..... 152 ' 6 Conrad, Jr. Olds. Jr. Van Brook 4 ' 6 Eisele, Sr. Hope, Sr. runner) Rexton, Herson. ) r 5 ' In the baseball throw Marie Herson broke the school record of 1 32 ' 8 ' held by Miss Smith of 191 5, making a record of 1 52 ' 6 . 144 INTERCLASS GYMNASTIC MEET April 2 7, 1920 This biennial event, the biggest and most thrilling affair of the entire course involving competition between the Junior and Senior Physical Educa- tion students, resulted in a victory for the Seniors. The greater part of the work of the department is displayed in this meet. It is calculated to test the all around ability and development in the four events namely — marching, floor work, apparatus, and dancing. The keenest interest and competition are shown and many surprises result. The girls are judged on a basis of ten points. With this scheme it is pos- sible for a girl to score 40 points for each event and 1 60 points as a total average. Final total average: Seniors 1 39.3; Juniors I 37.5. 1 Marching Cal listhenics D; ancing Apparatus Total O. Breyr nan (Sr.) 38 39 39 34.5 150.5 D. Elms (Jr.) 36 35 38 38 147 E. Aldrich (Jr.) 37 35 39 33 144 G. Meulenberg (Jr. ) 32 36 39 36.4 143.4 I. Walker (Jr.) 35 37 36 34.7 142.7 Thr ee individual class scorers; Seniors O. Breyman ..1.50.5 K. Wright 142 R. Cole 141 Scorer — Edith Haskell. Judges — Jessie Cameron, Marion Hays, Ruth Melin and Ethel Rockwell. Messenger — Helen Roe. Pianist — Gertrude Mason. Juniors D. Elms 147 E. Aldrich 144 G. Meulenberg 143.4 14S 146 r- t- ::M: — t TBWIS :x: i iiiPn —— — 3- O A • _. m ML t 1-5. ,L ; ;:;:-; ; ■11111111111111 :±: : A k i Tennis is becoming one of the most popular pastimes at Western Nor- mal. During the spring of each year, a tournament is held to decide the cham- pions of the school. Much interest is displayed in the outcome of these matches. This spring a tennis club has been organized and much enthusiasm is be- ing shown on the part of the student body. Plans are being made to form a team to enter into outs ' de competition. Mr. Hoekje and Miss Guiot are faculty advisers and Mr. Rood and Miss Hussey are the coaches. The following are the officers: President, Harland Hagadone; secretary, Marie Herson ; treasurer, Edward Kline. It has been noted that all tennis players, including would be ' s and has been ' s, make first class handlers of rolling pins. Reports are to the effect that this is the reason why our young ladies take so willingly to the gentle art. Beware, fellows. James Sw ain, ' 20, has w on the men ' s singles two years in succession. He should receive honorable mention for excellent work last year. The results of the 1919 matches are as follows: MEN ' S SINGLES James Swain .- defeated MEN ' S DOUBLES .Harland Hagadone Edward Kline ] defeated James Swain WOMEN ' S SINGLES Marion Squires defeated.. WOMEN ' S DOUBLES f... .Stuart Lawton .Trent Sickles -Marie Herson Ms H arie rterson defeated Nora Hope .Marion Squires Bethyl Honeysette MIXED DOUBLES Marion Squires ] , r , ( Marie Herson James Swain : J ]..„„ ....,„,...„...,.Trent Sickles 147 It ' s a COLO , couo v )o(t,uo , i h ' t it , oiR.i.i? 148 y im ■ J3 149 The Amphictyon society, since 1911, has been a literary organization. It has carefully upheld its aim — To promote an interest in the best literature, an interchange of thought and social interests, that will aid in the develop- ment of right character, and the spirit of good fellowship. The society meets every two weeks on Thursday evening. The programs have included reviews of the great plays, music both vocal and instrumental, study of noted authors and their writings. The membership is constantly in- creasing. OFFICERS Fred Grabo President Geraldine Smith Vice-President Irene Finlay Secretary Donald Boardman Treasurer 151 The Normal Literary Society is one of the most democratic societies at Western Normal. It was organized in 1906 by a group of students who be- lieve that co-operative work of young men and young women would prove to be a benefit, socially and educationally. Miscellaneous programs were given every two weeks by students in the different departments of the school. Mr. Rood of the faculty gave an in- structive talk which contributed much to an interesting Physics program. One of the most enjoyable parts of the Art program was the special art exhibit furnished by Miss Goldsworthy. Another meeting was devoted to a political convention for the nomination of the president of the United States. Just before the holidays the Amphictyon Society was invited to a Christ- mas party which was held in the Rotunda. There were stunts of all kinds, dancing, relay races and a general good time. The Amphictyons responded by giving a skating party at Oakwood. After the first meeting of the Winter term the Society attended the Nor- mal High-Fremont debate in a body. An entirely new feature of the year was a debate with the Amphictyons. Co-operation with the latter society has been one of the successful accomplishments of the year. OFFICERS— FALL TERM Margaret Mapes President Dorothy Smith Vice-President Glenn Osborn Secretary John Lee Treasurer OFFICERS— FALL TERM Lela Smith President Imogene Rousseau Vice-President Mabelle Vreeland Secretary Harold Steddman Treasurer 152 S r oi I S I I -2 £■ =■ t o ' 5 ' ' - ' o g I t I 153 Tne- Hii-l- ArtD SOME- op- -rut- mnAT 1S4 155 4 ISENA I The close of the fourth year of the existence of the Senate makes us feel that we are on a permanent basis. Since the Senate exists largely to create an interest in questions of public welfare, we have discussed many vital problems such as the Peace Treaty, the Lodge reservations, and labor troubles. Mr. Smith Burnham of the faculty gave a very interesting explanation of the political situation and at a later meeting we held a straw vote for president, Mr. Hoover receiving a large ma- jority of the votes cast. One meeting was in charge of Miss Rousseau who gave a very clear and instructive discussion of the proper preparation and de- livery of a debate. We challenged our worthy opponent, the Forum, to de- bate the question of the miners ' strike, but after numerous postponements be- cause of conflicting dates, this debate was never held. A debate with that society on the question, Resolved, that the Soviet government of Russia should be recognized by the United States, resulted in a victory for us. We have shown our loyal support of school activities by attending the Normal High-Newberry debate in a body. With the Forum, we assumed re- sponsibility for the entertainment of the contestants in the district oratorical contest. However, our work was not all serious. Early in the year we gave a tea for our new members, and on Thanksgiving afternoon, a party for the student body. We entertained our new members of the winter term at a jolly banquet and those of the spring term at a delightful afternoon tea. A little later our annual picnic was held, an event eagerly anticipated by all Sen- ators. We are now looking forward to our annual Alumni Banquet to be held during Commencement week. OFFICERS Ila Boudeman President Ella Holmberg President Pro Tem Genevieve Shoger Clerk Martha Stap Guardian of the Exchequer Dorothy Blanchard Journalist Olga Breyman Keeper of the Mace 156 157 The Forum is an organization which represents the forensic activities of the male student body. It is the only organization of its kind in the Normal School and is one of the most active societies of the institution. Any male member of the school, who is desrious of cultivating his abil- ities in public speaking, or wishes to participate in debates, is eligible for mem- bership. Many of the leaders in other school activites are members of the Forum. Mr. Smith Burnham, of the history department, is the faculty m ' mber of the organization; and his presence at the meetings, his interest in the work and his timely suggestions have been sincerely appreciated by the mem- bers. Meetings are held in the Administration building on alternate Tuesday nights. Both formal and informal debates are held and the vital questions of the day are discussed from various angles. The meetings are lively and always up to the minute. New officers are elected each term. There is undoubtedly a great future for a men ' s debating society at the Normal. As membership increases it may be necessary to form two societies which will, of course, cause great rivalry and much enthusiasm. Such is our goal, and we are fast nearing it. Western Normal ' s spirit will not allow de- bating societies to pass into oblivion. 158 c -• ° ' - ' • 159 C f-e-VA) 0 THC- F-|tii%Ht-0 PRpOOCTS 160 SL DILAMA31C5 in r- e- BOTTon _ Y ■ J3 IH AJ riCS m U k!nl M The Dramatic Association has been unusually successful this year. The aim has been to study the lives and works of modern dramatists. The club has been divided into groups and each has had charge of a program during the year. In addition to the Mid-Winter Play, several one-act plays have been given. Two of the most popular were, In 1999, by William C. De Mille, and The Florist Shop, one of Harvard Workshop plays. OFFICERS Blanche Oliver - - President Madeline Ferguson Vice-President Burton Sibley Secretary-Treasurer 162 u en c ■SI § 163 THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST The Western Normal Dramatic Association presented as its annual Mid- Winter Play, The Importance of Being Earnest, by Oscar Wilde, at the Fuller Theatre on Tuesday evening, February 1 7, 1920. The characters were well chosen for their parts and showed unusual ability. The costumes were loaned by the La Mode, the Folz Clothing Company, Blossom, J. R. Jones ' Sons Co., and Gilmore ' s. Furniture was suoplied by the Goss Shoo, and the Pottery Shop. The flowers were furnished by the Van Bochove Flower Store. The staging under the direction of Miss Rose Netzorg w as very effective. The garden scene was especially beautiful with its background of trees, and white picket fence covered with trailing vines. Much credit for the successful production war. due to the efforts of Miss Rousseau and Miss Shaw. The cast was as follows: Lane Burton Sibley Algernon Frances Greenbaum John Worthing, J. P Forrest Averill Lady Bracknell Marjorie Loveland Hon. Gwendolen Fairfax Imogene Rousseau Miss Laetitia Prism Geraldine Blowers Miss Cecily Cardew Dorothy Blanchard Rev. Canon Chasuble, D. D Howard Chenery Merriman Howard Forbes i PLAY COMMITTEES i Director — Miss Lousene Rousseau, Department of Speech. Business Manager — Miss Laura Shaw, Department of Speech. Staging — Miss Rose Netzorg, Art Department. ; Miss Corintha Salsbury ; Mr. Lamed Goodrich | Mr. Burton Sibley Publicity — Mr. Ernest Giddings. Mr. Howard Forbes I Property — Miss Madeline Ferguson ; Miss Ruth Ly tie Miss Janet Van Tongeren. DRAMATIC CLUB OPENING MEETING The dramatic clubs of the Normal, High School, and Alumni presented a four act vaudeville on the evening of April 1 9. The first act was a scene from Booth Tarkington ' s Seventeen. The characters were: Mrs. Baxter, Hazel Keener; Willie Baxter, Burton Sibley; Jane, Geraldine Blowers. So clever were the impersonations, it was easy to believe that one was seeing and hearing the originals. The second act consisted of a variety of novelty features by two world renowned artists, Shakespeare and Socrates. Owing to the absence of one of the actors, Francis Greenbaum carried both roles and convinced the audi- ence of his dramatic versatility by the ease and accuracy with which he imper- sonated Simon Legree and Little Eva in the thrilling scene from Uncle Tom ' s Cabin, and the wild beasts of the jungle. The third act was a play, Suppressed Desires, by Susan Glascel land vjeorge Cook, presented by the alumni members of the Dramatic Association. Now and Two Weeks from Now were the scenes. Washington Square, New York, was the place. The characters were as follows: Henrietta Brewster, a disciple of psycho-analysis Isabelle King Beach Stephen Brewster, her husband, who refused to be psyched Ralph Dobberteen Mabel, Henrietta ' s sister, who became psyched ' to her sorrow Ethel Young The vaudeville closed with a levee scene. At the blowing of the noon whistle, a number of happy darkies gathered on the deck to eat their lunch. They entertained with unique songs and dances. PAGEANT OF THE PROGRESS OF EDUCATION IN MICHIGAN A pageant of the Progress of Education in Michigan was given by the students of Western State Normal College on June 20, 1919, instead of the annual commencement play. The pageant aimed, by means of a series of episodes and interludes, to show symbolically the growing conception of the aims and methods of education in Michigan. The first episode represented the Indians giving up their claim to Michi- gan territory, and ended with a solo dance by an Indian maiden which por- trayed the emotions of the Indians over the prospect of leaving the old hunt- ing grounds. The second episode portrayed the establishment of the Michigan school system. General Isaac E. Gray and John D. Pierce discussed the funda- mental principles of education which were deemed important for the conven- tion to adopt in laying the foundation for a new state. The interlude included a dance of the three R ' s, which illustrated the cirriculum of the early element- ary schools. In the third episode Michigan became a state and Columbia recognized her as such. The establishment of schools for the Deaf and Blind in 1 848 was shown by little children to whom Knowledge appeared. The addition of the Fine Arts to the cirriculum was presented in the fifth episode. In this, a despondent student entered, followed by Science, M athe- matics, Language, History, and Literature. The student was soon made happy, however, by the entrance of Art, Music, Speech, and Physical Educa- tion. The kindergarten children danced to represent the establishment of the Public Kindergarten in I 89 I . In the seventh episode the addition of the Industrial Arts to the cirriculum was shown. The eighth episode showed the Americanization of the foreigner. Ameri- cans and foreigners joined in a merry dance. The last episode of the pageant showed the Grand Tableau of the Col- leges in Michigan. Each college was represented by a leader, with as many followers as there are departments in the school and entered in the order of its establishment. They formed a tableau about the characters of Michigan and Education and each group sang the song of its Alma Mater. CHARACTERS IN THE PAGEANT Chief Topinabee _ Grant Westgate Chief Whitehead _ William Curry General Cass John Thompson Judge Lieb , Wilbur Curry Squaws — Lyda Moore, Mrs. Susie Burdick, Jessie Nelson. Maidens — Mildred Kane, Lucile Perrong, Alice Warner, Marian Squires, Genevieve Young, Marion Ayers. Warriors — Gerald Fox, Trent Sickles, Bruce Shepherd, Louis Harter, Wesley Boyce, Duncan Cameron, Donald Brownell, Allan MacLagan, Robert Benson, Harold Van Westrinen. 167 Indian Solo Dance Agnes MacGillivray Isaac E. Crary Curtis Glass Mr. John D. Pierce Clyde Huff Education Pearl Ervans Columbia .-..- Alice MacAllister Michigan Mrs. K. Heasely Life :, - Marion Poole Knowledge ,. Mabel Walker Touch ;.- Ruth Price Hearing Marguerite Conrad The Student Forrest Averill History Howard Hinga Mathematics . ' Ernest Giddings Science Earl Keeley Language .-.. .- Lynn Clark Literature Ellis Armantrout Speech Dorothy Blanchard Music - Emma Wheeler Physical Education Olga Breyman Art - Jane Van Zanten University of Michigan Marjorie Loveland Kalamazoo College Leoti Combs Albion -- .■ - Florence Baker Olivet - Isabelle Zang Michigan State Normal College Annette Moncrief Hope College Elizabeth Scheline .Adrian Marguerite Froost Hillsdale College Ruth Huysman University Agricultural College Helen Jewell Ferris Institute Helen Farr Michigan College of Mines 1 June Outwater Alma College ..- Frances Barrett Central Michigan Normal School Frances Hess Northern State Normal School Geraldine Blowers Western State Normal School Helen Mills Grand Rapids Junior College Marjorie Wells Detroit Junior College Mabel Wynn COMMITTEES FOR THE PAGEANT Director of the Pageant Miss Laura Shaw, Dept. of Speech Business Manager JVIiss Lousene Rousseau, Dept. of Speech Director of Dances Miss Germaine Guiot, Dept. of Physical Education 168 1 69 170 SENIOR GIRLS ' GLEE CLUB The members of the Senior Girls ' Glee Club have greatly enjoyed the work of the past year. It is a pleasure to be able to entertain people, and group singing is, in itself, a pleasure. Rehearsals have been regular, and this year ' s organization has appeared in public more than any of its predecessors. Besides furnishing numbers at the Music Study Club, and in several assemblies, both of the Normal and in the Training School, the Club sang at the State Fed- eration of Women ' s Clubs, the Annual Physical Education Meet, and at the banquet of the Kiwanis Club. No amount of faithfulness on the part of the seventeen or eighteen mem- bers could succeed in making the club what it is, without one person to direct and coach it. To this one person, Mr Maybee, is due much appreciation for what he has made possible for the club. Fl 173 MEN ' S GLEE CLUB Owing to the large enrollment of men at Western State Normal this year, the Men ' s Glee Club has perhaps the largest membership in its history, and with a spirit of goodfellowship prevailing and faithful attendance at rehear- sals, the year ' s activities have been a marked success. The club has contributed to programs given at the Music Study Club and the Normal and Training School assemblies, and has given concerts in Scotts and Martin and has sung before several of the larger high schools of western Michigan. The programs given have been bright and entertaining, largely of a semi-popular character. 174 175 THE JUNIOR GIRLS ' GLEE CLUB This organization is composed of thirty Junior girls most of whom are taking the Music Course and the Music and Art Course. Under the skillful leadership of Mrs. Davis and Miss Sage, a wide prac- tical experience has been gained in group singing. The club has appeared before different assemblies of the grades and student body, and has enter- tained various societies of the school. The members show various degrees of musical ability and some have unusual talent. All are interested in the success of the organization and those who have heard it predict a brilliant future. 176 1- S H 177 ird. Brayljrooks, Av Finlay, Wilbur ersoii. Doolittle. Schlutt Sanford. Townsend SENIOR QUARTETTE The Senior Quartette is drawn from the membership of the Senior Girls ' Glee Club. The Quartette has appeared at school functions, at many pro- grams, meetings, and clubs in Kalamazoo, and a program was given in Augusta at the Community church. As each girl is a soloist a variety of programs is given. The members are: Ona Braybrooks, first soprano; Greta Hayward, sec- ond soprano; Miriam Avery, first contralto; Ethel Wilbur, second contralto; and Irene Finlay, accompanist. JUNIOR QUARTETTE The Junior Quartette as formed during the winter term. With Miss Sage as director and Lois Emerson as accompanist much has been accomplished and next year will undoubtedly find the Quartette a thriving Senior organiza- tion. The members are: Louise Schlutt, first soprano; Gertrude Sanford, sec- ond soprano; Doris Townsend, first contralto; and Joy Doolittle, second con- tralto. 178 1 1 1 -] i ' Pffiffii 12] ' 1 _ H BhI ' H. a I v jM i Wk ZMs W B ' i K Bs ' ' ' IQ IH H Hp .lf IPJJ - T Tf ' A : ' Caitland Overly Doty THE NORMAL ORCHESTRA The Normal Orchestra under the direction of Harper C. Maybee has been one of the most active organizations in the music department. It was organ- ized early in the fall term and rehearsals have been held every Monday after- noon in room 6A. It has furnished music on a number of occasions, State Federation of Women ' s Clubs, Christmas Festival, when it accompanied the chorus, Rural Progress day, several Normal assemblies and a Training school assembly. The orchestra has had an unusually good instrumentation. It consists of first and second violins, violi, cello, clarinets, cornets, French horn, trombone, and piano. Mrs. Rasmussen, one of Kalamazoo ' s leading violinists, has assisted Mr. Maybee in the orchestra. Other members are as follows: First violins, Doris Gilbert, Christopher Overly, Ardene Rysdorp, Leia Smith, Mary Doty; sec- ond violins, Irene Finlay, Blanch Oliver; viola, Beatrice Brown; cello, Geral- dine Smith; piano. Marvel Liddy; clarinet, Guy Joy; trombone, Laurice Mc- Millen. 179 ' The Kalamazoo Choral Union is made up of music lovers of Kalamazoo. Although a large part of the membership is composed of Kalamazoo people, the student group forms the nucleus which makes possible the enthusiastic work of this organization. Aside from choral works presented semi-annually, the Choral Union is instrumental in bringing to Kalamazoo every year some of the greatest artists and musical organizations. This year a departure was made from the usual custom of presenting Handel ' s Messiah at Christmas time. Instead Mendelssohn ' s Hymn of Praise was given in which the orchestral parts were taken by the Normal School orchestra, augmented by Kalamazoo musicians. The second part of the program was made up of community singing. Through the year such artists as Louise Homer, Mischa Levitsky, Pablo Casals, and Reginald Werrenrath have appeared in concerts. At the May Festival in Verdi ' s masterpiece, Aida, Carolian Lazarri appeared as Amneris, Lambert Murphy as Rhadamis and Clarence Whitehall as Ramphis and Amonasro. The first concert of the Festival was given by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, with Myrna Sharlow as soloist. The second concert was given by the orchestra and the children ' s chorus, which sang The Pied Piper of Hamelin, by Graham. Too much credit for the work done by this organization cannot be given to Mr. M aybee, the conductor, and Mr. Henderson, the accompanist. It is their splendid enthusiasm and co-operation which have, in a large measure, kept together this organization so profitable in the music life of the city. 180 For several years, members of the music department have found it profit- able to maintain a Music Study Club, in which many things are gained which could not be obtained in a class-room. The club affords an opportunity for appearing in public, and broadens one ' s knowledge of musical literature. The meetings are usually held on the fourth Monday of the month. At the first meeting a faculty program was given at the home of Mrs. Davis. Early in the winter term the club met with Mr. and Mrs. Maybee, and each of the Glee Clubs participated. A Hayden piano trio was given by Irene Finlay, Doris Gilbert and Geraldine Smith. An alumni program was enjoyed in the music rooms at the school. Shortly before the May Festival, an Aida program was given. The activities of the year were concluded with a picnic. 181 183 Le Cercle Francais was organized for the purpose of encouraging social French and helping students to become better acquainted with French life and customs. Only students of the advanced French classes are eligible to membership. Mrs. Hockenberry and Mr. DesMarais are the faculty advisors. Students have contributed to the programs in various ways, planning charades and presenting plays. Scenes from La Poudre aux Yeux and two Christmas plays, La Galette du Roi and Noel dans le Nord de la France have been given. Mr. Henderson, of the music department, gave a very inter- esting lecture recital on modern French music. One of the features of the year ' s program was the presentation of Les Miserables in movie film. Mem- bers of Le Cercle have enjoyed the programs of L ' Alliance Francaise of the city of Kalamazoo. Among the speakers have been Frank Schoell of the University of Chicago and Andre Allix of Lyons, France. The year ' s work was brought to a close in May with a picnic. OFFICERS Marie Barnes President Gerald Fox Vice-President Irene Finlay Secretary Rolland Maybee , Treasurer 184 18S MANUAL ARTS CLUB This club is recognized as one of the foremost organizations of the school. It was formed by the students and faculty of the industrial arts department for the purpose of discussing sundry problems, helping each member to gain a better knbwledge along the lines of industry and furnishing literary and social activities. Any student or member of the faculty of this department may become a member of the club as well as any one else who is interested. Its social calendar includes one of the popular events of the year which is looked toward with pleasant anticipation by both students and faculty. 186 187 The Household Arts Club holds meetings the second Monday of each month at 7:15 P. M. Roll call is answered by current events concerning clothing, cookery, or some other topic of interest. The club aims to stimu- late interest in the various lines of Household Arts work. Films illustrating many phases of the work will be shown at the meet- ings. Membership is limited to girls taking the Household Arts Course. OFFICERS Ruth Betka President Margaret Small Vice-President Louise Cook Secretary Annette Moncrief Treasurer 188 M S = - 3 t IP « S - •3 E o ' T E -S - ■fee 189 RURAL SOCIOLOGY SEMINAR The Rural Sociology Seminar was the first organization to be formed among the students when the school opened in 1904 and is still the organiza- tion of the Rural Department. All students of the Rural Deoartment are members of the Seminar because of their connection with that department. Other students of the school are not barred from membership. The meetings, held every two weeks during the year, have been instruc- tive as well as entertaining. Some of the principal addresses were given by faculty rnembers of the Kalamazoo High School; Mr. Morris, Community Service worker; Miss Hutty, Assistant State Boys ' and Girls ' Club Leader; and Miss Trafford, Kalamazoo County Nurse. Short talks were also given by Miss Farnum of the State Department of Public Instruction and Miss Ensfield, Coun- ty School Commissioner of Kalamazoo. Members of the Normal faculty and student body helped to make the programs successful. Each program was followed by a social hour and once each term an entire meeting was given over to a social evening. Different committees had charge of the meetings during the fall term of 1919. At the last meeting of the fall term the following persons were elected officers for the winter term: Lela M. McDowell, president; Mary Woods, vice- president; and Mina McKinlay, secretary- treasurer. These officers were as- sisted by committees. For the spring term the president was re-elected ; Mr. Houseman was elected vice-president, and Esther Strawbridge, secretary- treasurer. 190 EARLY ELEMENTARY KLUB The Kindergarten Klub has, this year, taken the new name of Early Ele- mentary Klub. The meetings are held twice a month. Through these every student has the opportunity to meet other students of the Department and to gain a broader understanding of the problems of early childhood education. For four years, the Klub has shown its desire to aid children by support- ing a French orphan. OFFICERS Ruby Holmes President Wilma Bosker Vice-President Helen Jones Secretary Diena Ferris Treasurer 192 1 A • Jt ' a V :.B® ' « i ;l li g U _§ 2 i -c i 3 S ' I E .2 193 The Later Elementary Association was organized in the fall of 1918. The meetings were held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. They gave an opportunity for the students in this department to discuss vital educational problems that arise in the intermediate grades. Faculty members have frequently participated in the discussions. In addition to this type of program, social meetings were held. The Later Elementary Association is now taking an active part among the other organizations of the institution. OFFICERS Mildred Mattoon President Janet Van Tongeren Vice-President Mary McCuUoch Secreary-Treasurer 194 -5 . i m ■ « § s S 195 THE COMMERCE CLUB During the spring term of the year 1919, the Commerce Club was organ- ized to meet a desire on the part of the members of the Department of Com- merce for a society which would bring the students of the department to- gether. Only those are eligible to membership who are members of the de- partment, or are electing two or more commercial subjects. The programs of the meetings consist of discussions of current commer- cial problems by the students, and talks by members of the faculty and prom- inent business men. Social programs are also enjoyed during the year. OFFICERS George D. Arend President Ethel M. Schroder Senior Vice-President Laurice B. McMillen .-. Junior Vice-President Martha M. Stap Secretary W. Harold Anderson Treasurer 196 ' ifi- s o CB .t - ' - £ I £ I S S ' X U! . ,-• Z t The Junior High Club is an organization whose membership consists of students taking the Junior High School Course. It was organized for a two- fold purpose; to enable the students to become acquainted with each other and with their advisors, and to study subjects connected with the Junior High School work. Early in the year the club was entertained at the home of Miss Rawlinson. At this meeting plans were made for the year ' s work. The first part of every meeting has been devoted to the study and prac- tical application of parliamentary laws. At the January meeting Dr. Henry spoke on the subject, What the Junior High School Should Be. In February, Miss Spindler gave an interesting talk about, Extra — Curricular Activities in the Junior High. The year has been a very profitable one, and much of the success of the club is due to the efforts of the advisors, Miss Seekell and Miss Rawlinson. OFHCERS Dorothy Smith - President Gladys Day - -.- Vice-President Edith Anderson Secretary Loretta White - - - -- Treasurer - y5 5 2 g M s s x I J ' .e o a 200 The Y. W. C. A. of the Western State Normal is a success because it has combined three great phases of life — work, play, and good fellowship. These three have been made possible by the hearty co-operation of its cabinet members, the enthusiasm of its committees, and the splendid individual work of all concerned. To the Program Committee much credit must be given for the inspiring programs along educational, social, historical, economical and religious lines. Under the joint management of the Y. W. C. A. and Y. M. C. A., the best local talent and outside speakers, such as Jane Addams, have been heard. Joint meetings with College and City Y. W. C. A. have been a new feature of interest during the past year. The Social Service Committee has done much practical work such as writing cheery messages, sending flowers, and visiting the sick, and helping to give a poor family a Merry Christmas. w 202 Noggle, Hanel, Retoska n, McKinstry, Knapp, Shoger Y. W. C. A. CABINET Rachel McKinstry -.... - President Marie Knapp ..- .-..- Vice-President Dorothy Smith -.-. Secretary Annabelle Larsen Treasurer CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES Mildred Hanel _. Music Dorothy Stert Social Genevieve Shoger Program Lyda Moore _ Publicity Marie Knapp , Membership Gladys Day World Fellowship Lodema Noggle Finance Helen Retoska Social Service ADVISORS Mrs, M. Amelia Hockenberry Miss Lavina Spindler HiTYMCA- W lu l During the year 1918-1919 the unsettled state of affairs brought about by the S. A. T. C. dealt a deathblow to the Y. M. C. A. as an organization in the school. The desire for this influence in our school life would not be silenced, however, and in the fall of 1919 very definite plans were made to reorganize. This was accomplished under the able leadership of our advisors, Mr. Greenwall and Mr. Hoekje. During this school year we have accom- plished much in putting the students of the school in touch with many wide- awake men of the city who are vitally interested in the moral and spiritual life of the student body. We have endeavored to impress upon the minds of our fellow students the responsibilities and possibilities of leadership in carry- ing on the fundamental ideals of Christianity. Our weekly meetings have been interesting, instructive and of great practical value. We have also had some very fine social times in conjunction with the Y. W. C. A. The County Fair, put on by the two organizations in the Winter Term, was very successful and showed a very high degree of co-operation between them. Y. M. C. A. CABINET Clifford Dixon President Herbert DeMoor Vice-President Loyal Phares Secretary John Clementz Treasurer Carroll Gale Harry Huller Harold McCrae • Harry Netcher Burton Sibley ADVISORS: John C. Hoekje Harry P. Greenwall ' 205 The Women ' s League as organized in 1911 under the leadership of Miss Spindler. In the spring of 1919, a new constitution was drawn up and ac- cepted. Under the new order, every girl in school becomes, upon her registra- tion, a member of the League. There are no fees. The object of the new organization, according to the constitution, is to promote a closer acquaint- ance among the young w omen of the school. In accordance with this aim, the League undertook to care for new stu- dents at the opening of school in the fall. Train committees, room commit- tees, and registration committees were appointed, and they all worked faith- fully, with the result that practically every new woman student was met at the train, taken to the Normal, and located in her room. The first day of school, the League gave a party in the gymnasium for the new girls. This as followed in November by the first formal meeting, at which time President Waldo and Mrs. Davis addressed the girls. Music was fur- nished by the Junior Girls ' Quintette. Follow ing the program, tea vvfas served in the library. A costume party was given on January 30. About two hundred girls attended. It is hoped this will become an annual event. Prizes were awarded for the most original, the funniest, and the most artistic costumes. The list of prize winners included Geraldine Blowers, Reatha Eckert, Margery Sparks, Miriam Garwood, Pearl Hobson, Maebelle Vreeland and Fannie Suhr. 206 1 ' ' fl(.-r:. .t H yH H Hh H —. -l B _ _ __ B A J chard, Holmberg. Br iss Rousseau, Miss C OFFICERS Ella Holmberg President Dorothy Blanchard Vice-President Olga Breyman Secretary Ethel Schroder Treasurer FACULTY ADVISORS: Mrs. Davis Miss Guiot Miss Rousseau 207 ys) HOT AJ RjV fc-D UKfe 208 MP THE- wAV THfc- OtJU-t) AR|r- Oflfr ' m G —— !:! 209 The object of the Senior Scout Troop, No. 5. is to train its members in correct scouting and leadership. They get their practical experience by help- ing the captains of the various troops train the Scouts for the different tests, and by taking charge of the weekly meetings in the absence of the captains and lieutenants. In community service they are put in charge of the smaller Scouts. The officers of the troop are Miss Doris Hussey, captain, Marcia Bacon, patrol lealer, and Marie Herson, corporal. The troop was organized in the fall with twenty-two members and now has thirty-two, five entering in May. Every girl has passed the Tenderfoot Test except the last five. Theressa Foster, Helen Emery, Olga Tramontine, and Lucille Parker have gone a step further having Second Class Badge and are now working on First Class Test. A mile from town the Scouts have a shack where they may go on Satur- day to learn to do and pass off various tests. Some are there all day, while others stay only in the morning or afternoon. Some of the tests which are given at the shack are: Cookery, Woodcraft, First-aid, Bird Lore, and Fire Building. As Scouting has become a part of education, the Normal School is pre- senting a course in Scout Leadership during the summer term. Kelsey, 1, Jones Myer N ' ehmer. Aldworth, Cole, Echert, Bottje Bacon, Siems, Elms, Parker. Herson Roe, Emery, Foster, Keecan ■ MEMBERS Marcia Bacon Patrol Leader Marie Herson Corporal Helen Roe Secretary Constance Jones Treasurer Ethel Kelsey Fern Walton Eleanor Aldworth Olga Tramontine Mary Bottje Theressa Foster Gertrude Nehmer Cornelia Mulder Dora Elms Helen Siems Reatha Echert Margaret Myers Lucille Parker Elizabeth Mann Associate Members: Rachel Cole Marian Ayers Louise Keegan Marjorie Bacon 211 RURAL PROGRESS DAY The annual obverance of a Rural Progress Day was inspired by a lecture on The Social Factors in Rural Progress given by President Kenyon L. Butterfield of Amherst, Massachusetts, in 1907. This year, in spite of un- favorable weather, the attendance surpassed all previous records. The fore- noon was given to brief summaries of the present activities of nearly every form of rural organization in the State, and more formal addresses were given in the afternoon. More than three hundred people enjoyed the picnic dinner. Seven county normals were represented by their teachers and some of their students. Miss Fannie W. ' Dunn, of Teachers ' College, Columbia University, was an outstanding speaker. The purpose of Rural Progress Day is to increase the public appreciation of education in rural communities and thereby make available more financial support of rural schools and to enlist the most desirable citizens in the admini- stration and teaching of rural schools. That such a means to these ends is not entirely wide of the mark is shown by a study made this year by the State Normal Schools of Illinois. it was learned that forty-eight per cent of the students in Illinois Normal Schools made their decision to teach when they were in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades; and that in making this decision practically half who decided in the elementary school or later, were directly influenced to do so by their parents. Rural Progress Day brings an ever in- creasing number of parents into familiar and happy relationship with the Nor- mal School. In a list of plans recommended in the Illinois course of study to increase the attendance of Normal Schools, emphasis was placed upon convinc- ing the public that the country will go to ruin without competent teachers, who are well paid, satisfactorily housed and properly respected. This is one of the immediate objects of Rural Progress Day discussions. 212. ARBOR DAY The observance of an Arbor and Bird Day has become an estabhshed custom of Western State Normal. Each year a committee is appointed to plan a program. The following program was presented on the afternoon of Thursday, .April 29. Song -- -, - Michigan, My Michigan Reading of Governor ' s Proclamation --.. Dorothy Blanchard Arbor and Bird Day Oration - Francis Greenbaum Program - - Training School Spring Song -- - -- Grade II Dramatization — The Boy Who Hated Trees Grade III Tree Studies Grade VI Bird Dance Grade VII Flower Dance -- Grade VI Song - - America, the Beautiful Address — Utilization of Waste Lands in Michigan, by C. O. Sauer, Unicer- sity of Michigan. Song — Joy of the Hills Men ' s Glee Club The most impressive feature of the afternoon was the Processional which was composed of faculty members and students. The latter wore arm bands and caps, carried banners or dressed in costumes typical of their department. The Senior Collegiates appeared in their caps and gowns for the first time. The most representative groups were the Industrial Arts men in their khaki overalls, the Household Arts girls in the Hoover aprons, and the girls of the Physical Education department, dressed in white middy suits. The line passed to the north side of the campus, between the Gymnasium and the Administration building where the American sweet chestnut tree was planted. Ernest Giddings, President of the Senior class, made the presentation which was acknowledged by Daryl Hoetzel, Junior class President. The sing- ing of America concluded the program. 213 SOCIAL CALENDAR 1919-70 FALL TERM, 1919 Tuesday, September 30 — Women ' s League Reception- Saturday, October 4 — Faculty Reception to Students — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Friday, October 1 7 — Student Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Thursday, October 23 — Practise Teachers ' Tea. Friday, November 7 — Student Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Saturday, November 8 — High School Party. Tuesday, November 1 8 — Gymnasium Party. Thursday, November 2 7 — Senate Party to Students. Monday, December 1 — Women ' s League Tea. Wednesday, December 3 — Men ' s Supper. Friday, December 5 — Senior Party tojuniors — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Monday, December 8 — High School Play — All of a Sudden Peggy. Sunday, December 14 — Annual Presentation of Handel ' s Messiah. WINTER TERM, 1920 Friday, January 16 — Student Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Friday, January 30 — Women ' s League Costume Party. Saturday, February 6 — Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. County Fair. Friday, February 1 3 — Student Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Saturday, February 1 4 — High School Party. Tuesday, February 1 7 — Mid- Winter Play — ' The Importance of Being Earnest — Oscar Wilde. Friday, February 2 7 — Manual Arts Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Saturday, March 6 — High School Carnival. Friday, March 1 2 — Physical Education Convention. Friday, March 1 2 — Student Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. SPRING TERM, 1920 Saturday, April 1 — Brown and Gold Leap Year Party. Friday, April 1 6 — Junior Party to Seniors — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Monday, April 1 9 — Dramatic Club. Open Meeting. Thursday, April 22 — Practise Teachers ' Tea. Thursday, April 29 — Arbor Day. Monday May 1 7 — Sixth Annual May Festival. Friday, May 7 — Student Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Saturday, May 1 5 — High School Party. Friday, May 28 — Glee Club Concert. Saturday, June 1 2 — Senior Girls ' Breakfast. Thursday, June 1 7 — High School Commencement. Friday, June I 8 — Class Play. Monday, June 21 — Alumni Party — Fischer ' s Orchestra. Tuesday, June 22 — Commencement, 1 o ' clock. Tuesday, June 22 — Commencement Luncheon, 12 o ' clock. Y. W. C. A. Meetings, Wednesday, 4 o ' clock. Students ' Club Room. 214 THE CO-OP STORE This store was organized in 86 B. C. with the intention of saving students money on books and other articles. So far this intention has been successful. What they save by buying books and paper, is spent for Dolly Vardens, Hicky- Dulas and Slippery Sals. Miss Sarah Ackley, deaconess of the store, also the post-mistress, is the pretty young lady at the left. Her one object in life is to make business hum and she certainly does a good job of it. When business is slack, she hums. If you don ' t believe it, ask any of our hall lizards. It has been through her hard work that the store has been able to main- tain its efficient service. THE LIBRARY That silent, peaceful room in the right of the Ad Building is the Li- brary. Many students delve deeply into the innermost stacks in search of ma- terial on Bullshewiskey, and other topics of interest, such as Prohibition and Aesthetic Dancing. At present there are about 20,000 volumes for the use of the students. New books are added daily. The reading room is used mostly as a study. It is presided over by a librarian whose duty it is to strangle some of our boisterous elements. Be careful. Juniors. If she winks at you, don ' t get the idea she is trying to flirt with you; she is about to strangle you. Learn to control yourself or you will have a controller. All popular present day magazines, with the exception of Diamond Dick, are received at the Library. Future students are requested not to use the Library too much. If you get to be a bookworm, they may work on you in the biological laboratory. THE WESTERN NORMAL HERALD The Herald put in its official apparance in 1906 A. D. (A. D. meaning after dark). The editors being a little afraid put out the first edition at night. It looked like a million dollars in the dark; you couldn ' t tell it from a real newspaper. A conspiracy was then afoot. They decided to look at it in the daylight. They did, and it was such a success that they decided not to order a tombstone just then. This said paper still survives. Hungry little maidens (hungry for gossip) have been seen congregating in the hall hours before time waiting for the arrival of our weekly edition. It ' s some paper, believe me. During the past few months, many young men have been seen about the campus without neckties. Of course, society etiquette requires young men to don neckwear. Therefore Prexy Waldo set about to investigate. Just as this tieless gang approached, Mr. Waldo was seen to emerge from his hiding place. He accosted them amidship and exclaimed, I see you are still without your cravats. (cravat is a word meaning necktie used by educated people) What is the cause of this? Immediately they said, The Normal Herald. Having forgotten about Napoleon at Waterloo, Mr. Waldo ventured; How is that? Again the gang spoke forth as if they had memorized the answer, It puts the knot in the tie that binds. o -- 1 216 217 WESTERN NORMAL HIGH SCHOOL The Normal High School seeks to provide for its pupils the best possible opportunities for education during the secondary period, and at the same time serves as a training school for high school teachers. It thus furnishes a labora- tory for the investigation of secondary school problems, and an observation school that helps to establish standards for other high schools in Michigan. The High School has a principal who devotes the greater part of her time to its supervision. Our High School has had recognition of the North Central Association. This means that graduates of Western Normal High School will be admitted, without entrance examinations, to the colleges and universities of the North Central Association, as well as those of Michigan, and practically to all in the United States. Because of the close connection of the High School euid the Normal, we have many advantages which other high schools do not enjoy. The instruc- tors are all members of the Normal faculty, which has a state wide reputation, and are the ablest teachers that can be secured. The Normal Library of nine- teen thousand volumes is open to the students, and furnishes a splendid chance for them to become familiar with material otherwise unavailable. The Science Building with its fully equipped laboratories, the departments of Manual Arts and Domestic Science are all open to the High School classes. The large gym- nasium and spacious athletic field furnish splendid opportunities for physical development. The Normal High School has its Hi-Y, Glee Clubs, Dramatic Association, Debating Team, and Athletic teams. The students consider themselves very fortunate in being enrolled in this school within a school. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS RoIIand Maybee, President u Kalamazoo Hi-Y, President Glee Club Debating Team Le Cercle Francais Lyman Chamberlain, Vice-President Delton Le Cercle Francais Hi-Y, Vice-President Helen May Gorham, Secretary-Treasurer Kalamazoo Le Cercle Francais Chorus H. Wilson How RD Ross Chatelain Katherine Steers Mildred Hodgman Flovverfield Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Gobleville Dramatics Hi-Y Club Glee Club Glee Club Track Le Cercle Francais Rural Seminar Ethelyn Poreitt Helen Dresser Fannie I. Aldrich Carl Gillies Alto Hillsdale Alamo Delton Rural Seminar Hi-Y Club Le Cercle Francais Basketball 220 Ralph Adams MlLDHED SpRACUE Leone Vivian Hart V. Mason Smith Scotts Delton Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Girls ' Glee Club Le Cercle Franeais Hi-Y Club Chorus Dramatics Le Cercle Francais Basketball Le Cercle Francais James J. Keizer Ruth Dresser Helen Hartzei l Samuel Mason Comstock Hillsdale Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Glee Club Lc Cercle Francais Basketball Jr. Girls ' Glee Club Le Cercle Francai Chorus 221 VSNS Leona C. Enzian Frances Doster W ' lXNiFRED Rockwell }iIaria. Porritt Cressev Doster Cressey Alto Le Cercle Francais Dramatics Rural Seminar Rural Seminar Girls ' Glee Club Le Cercle Francais Glee Club Gladys Armstrong Henry C. Hauser Viola Stevens Louise Biery Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Comstock Camden Glee Club Le Cercle Francais Rural Seminar Dramatics, Vice-Pres- ident Debating Club 222 Pearce Shepherd lilARV CrVAN Raymond Tyler Theodore M. Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Blakeslee Basketball Dramatics, Treasurer Basketball Kalamazoo Debating Team Dramatics Hi-Y Le Cercle Francais Basketball 223 JUNIORS SOPHOMORES 224 FRESHMEN iB 3 S[ i iff mi. T. ? - . - f || 1 m z ■. m ft • 8 1 HI-Y 225 in SOCIAL ACTIVITIES IN THE HIGH SCHOOL No high school is a hve one unless it has social activities. Normal High is a live school. Each class was given the opportunity of taking charge of a party and as each tried to outdo the others there v rere many and various forms of amusement provided. One of the most enjoyable parties of the year was that given before Christmas vacation. The gymnasium was beau- tifully decorated in green and red. A Christmas tree added to the spirit of the occasion. Before dancing commenced, Santa Claus distributed unique gifts which had been brought by the students. At some parties, balloons and squawkers were given as favors. The Hi-Y and Masquers gave a number of very delightful parties. One of the biggest events of the year was the annual Carnival given March 6. Amusements of all types were provided, side shows, movies, vaude- ville acts, and dancing, and ice-cream, candy and punch were sold from booths in true carnival fashion. 228 HI-Y CLUB It would not be sufficient to say that the work of the Hi-Y Club this year has been a success. Under the able leadership of Rolland Maybee, President, and Mr. Rood and Dr. McCracken, faculty advisors, much has been accom- plished. The meetings have been largely devoted to considering the problems of High School boys and how they can best be met. The boys have entered into the discussions much better than ever before. About every third week Mr. Rood led in some lively Bible study work. The club has been fortunate in securing some of the finest men in the state to speak at its meetings. Among them were Jud Hyames, Y. M. C. A. State Physical Director, and Mr. MacFarland, Y. M. C. A. State High School Boys ' Secretary. Perhaps the most striking social event of the Club was the Father and Son Banquet held at the city Y. M. C. A., Dec. 12, 1919. After a splendid sup- per, served by the girls of the High School Domestic Science department, the boys and their fathers joined in community singing lead by Mr. Maybee. Mr. Smith Burnham acted as toastmaster. The speakers of the evening were Rol- land Maybee, representing the sons, and Mr. Kindleberger, representing the fathers. The membership of the club numbers forty, which is an increase of about forty-five per cent over that of last year. The Hi-Y Cabinet is composed of the officers, chairman of committees, and the local Y. M. C. A. Boys ' Secretary. Its vifork is to control the under- lying policy of the Club. This year the cabinet consisted of: Rolland Maybee President Lyman Chamberlain Vice-President Theodore Blakeslee Secretary Carl Gillies Treasurer Mason Smith, Lawrence Bohnet, Donald Gorham ...Chairmen Mr. McPherson, the local Secretary, did much to make the Club what it is. THE MASQUERS The Masquers, alias the Normal High School Dramatic Association, are setting a high standard for dramatics by their work every other Wednesday evening in the Students ' Club Room. The play given this year was All of a Sudden Peggy, by Ernest Denny. This was presented on Saturday, December I 3, with the following cast: Peggy O ' Mara Louise Hogan Mrs. O ' Mara Mary Cryan The Hon. Jimmy Keppel ....Frank Noble Jack Menzies Abram Betke Lady Crakenthorpe Edna Frobenius The Hon. Millicent Keppel Hazel Keener Major Archie Phipps Hezekiah Howard Anthony, Lord Crakenthorpe Mason Smith Lucus Robert Stein Parker Earl Berry The play was the most successful ever given by The Masquers. The pro- ceeds went to the fund for the relief of the starving children of Europe. THE MASQUERS OFFICERS 1919-20 Miss Laura Shaw Faculty Adviser Helen Stein President Gladys Armstrong _ Vice-President Edna Frobenius.. Secretary Mary Cryan Treasurer GLEE CLUB THE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS ' GLEE CLUB The High School Boys ' Glee Club was organized at the beginning of the fall term under the direction of Miss Sage, and consists of twenty members. This is the first time in the history of the High School that the boys have had an organization of this kind. Rehearsals have been held twice a week. THE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS ' GLEE CLUB The High School Girls ' Glee Club, consisting of thirty members , has done efficient work under the direction of Miss Sage. This organization as- sisted in the presentation of The Pied Piper of Hamlin given at the May Festival. BOYS ' GLEE CLUB GIRLS ' GLEE CLUB ATHflglCS BASKETBALL Although breaking even with six victories and six defeats, the basketball team representing Western Normal High School was pronounced by all a great success. Bumping up against older and more experienced teams, our boys showed what good coaching and team work could accomplish. The first game of the season was with Dowagiac. Normal High gained an easy victory, defeating Dowagiac 21-5. The week foUo ving, the team journeyed to Jackson. Although playing hard, the locals w ere on the small end of a large score. After being defeated by Marshall, Grand Rapids Union, and South Haven, the team took a fresh start and defeated Hastings and Grand Rapids Union on the home floor. The G. R. U. game was by far the best one of the season. Our boys completely outpassed, outfought, and outplayed Union during all the game. Normal High had revenge on Marshall and again defeated Do wagiac. At Hastings and South Haven our team met defeat. The last and most important encounter of the season was with the team repre- senting Ypsilanti Normal High School. Normal High played a hard, steady game and beat Ypsi High 22-19. Much credit for the success of the past season is due to the fine coaching of Buck Reed and also to the reserves. Next year ' s prospects for a win- ning team look exceptionally bright with four of this year ' s team and the re- serves back for another year. 234 THE TEAM Ell _ Left Guard Noble .....Right Guard Thurston Center Westnedge — Left Forward Tyler Right Forward Mason, Shepard, Jones Reserves 235 This season has been the most successful Normal High has known in three years of the existence of the State Debating League. The League was re-organized this year, so that the first debate is no longer an elimination debate, it merely places the winner in the Winner ' s Ser- ies, and the loser in the Loser ' s Series. The question for debate was: Resolved, That Congress should adopt a system of universal military training for all able bodied male citizens between the ages of eighteen and twenty-five. Normal High supported the negative of this proposition in all the contests. Fourteen students entered the try-out and elimination debates which were held early in November, and from them a team was selected consisting of Allen Maybee, Rolland Maybee, and Donald McAleer. After the first debate, Mary Cryan succeeded Donald McAleer. League debating began January 9, when Normal High journeyed to South Haven. Because of the unfortunate interpretation of the question, the home team wes defeated and placed in the Loser ' s Series. Grand Rapids Union and St. Joseph forfeited. The contests with Ionia and Fremont were held in the High School Assembly Room and resulted in unanimous decisions for the lo- cal team. The latter victory gave us the championship of the Loser ' s Series for the Western District. The final debate for the Western District cham- pionship occurred on March 1 9, when Normal High accompanied by twelve loyal supporters proceeded via the Fruit Belt to Hartford to meet that team, the successful candidate in the Winner ' s Series. The next morning the party returned to Kalamazoo, happy and triumphant, and with vivid memor- ies of a night spent on the floor, ukeleles, pie and no electric lights. The next opponent was Newberry, the victory of the Northern District, who came here for the semi-finals on April 23. Normal High demonstrated real debating ability and won a unanimous decision. The final debate was held at Ann Arbor, Normal High, the winner of the Northern and Western Districts, competing with Plymouth, the victor of the Eastern and the Southern Districts. The decision awarded Plymouth the state championship. The members of the Normal team worked untiringly to earn their vic- tories and great credit belongs to them and to their coach, Miss Rousseau. 236 Donald McAle RECORD Debated With Place South Haven South Haven Grand Rapids Union . St. Joseph Ionia Kalamazoo Unanimous Normal High Fremont Kalamazoo Unanimous Normal High Hartford Hartford 2-1 Normal High Newberry Kalamazoo Unanimous Normal High Plymouth Ann Arbor 2-1 Plymouth Decision In Favor of 2-1 South Haven .Forfeited Normal High .Forfeited Normal High 237 HOVEV CASEY ' OUR CARETAKERS It would be difficult indeed, to imagine Western State Normal School without our three faithful caretakers, Hovey, Champ, and Casey. We have other caretakers on our campus, we respect and esteem them all, but these three have grown up with the institution. Each one has his definite asso- ciation with the new additions to the Normal School. Mr. Smith was Generalissimo of the Administration building, the first building on the campus. His responsibilities were increased, when the Gym w as erected. The Training School came next — likewise Champ. Long and faithful service was given by Mr. Champion, when caretaker of the home of our children. Our last and much needed building, Science Hall, was finally built. Then w e became acquainted with our last, but not least needed friend, Casey. Mr. Jones has met the exigencies of painting instrument cases, hanging pictures, removing tables, v ith a quick and interested willingness that has made him a necessity to all connected with Science Hal). Hats off to our Caretakers! Good wishes to them at every turn of the road! 238 239 THE TRAINING SCHOOL In the past, the idea of the school has been to cleave to the old and ap- parently infallible Text Book Method of Teaching. In the present School, this has all been changed. The very course of study is founded upon the basis of fundamental Life needs, and Life requirements, and as far as possible there is presented to the child a Life like situation. The following articles have been written to describe typical incidents and characteristics of the work in the Training School. ONE HOUR IN THE KINDERGARTEN A visitor entering the kindergarten during the free play period is met by a medley of sights and sounds. To the casual observer confusion reigns, but one who observes critically sees all sorts of worth while activities going on. One group of boys is building a boat with large floor blocks, exerting any amount of concentration, ingenuity, real thinking and planning to accomplish their task. At a work bench are children working with wood and tools; others are drawing, painting, or working with clay. Children pass freely about, get- ting material as needed in their play. Here in children ' s play we have de- veloping those powers and habits of thought and ■work that maintain in adult life. Here, also, is provided the exercise so necessary to children of this age when the arms and legs are at the height of development. Exercise for ex- ercise ' s sake is necessary where it is a part of purposeful w ork and play. This situation also demands social habits of courtesy, unselfishness and fair play in order that everyone ' s rights are respected. The teacher is there to help when her superior experience and knowl- edge is needed to clarify ideas and broaden experience. She is ever watchful that children do not become dependent upon her to the end that their own originality and expression is submerged. RED LETTER DAYS The first grade of the Training School provides for many activities by means of which the individual child satisfies many interests and thereby grows and develops. We all have some red letter days in a year and the children of the first 240 grade in recalling their experiences of the past year mention the following as being of the very best: Building a king ' s castle with ditch and drawbridge, using the big Hill blocks. Playing house with the dolls, giving a party in the play house, made of the Hill blocks. Hearing the Eskimos and drawing pictures representing their manner of living. Making an Eskimo igloo of clay. Reading such stories as — The Wee Woman — The Fox and His Bag — The Seven Kids, and dramatizing the stories. Taking care of the canaries — Biddy and Neddy. Going to Cooking class and making jello and then eating it. Sewing for the dolls. Making wren houses for the wrens or building an aeroplane. READING PARTIES IN THE SECOND GRADE Children in the second grade are still keenly interested in all sorts of ac- tivities, but reading becomes one of the big interest centers. They love to have reading parties where they read their favorite stories or poems to one another. They like to play stories too and create many original ones. Conversation during a free period flows freely. Please, can ' t we have a reading party? 1 have something lovely to read to the children. It ' s a Swedish folk tale something like the one you read to us yesterday. Yes, and I have a book here 1 want you to read to us. Mr. Kipling wrote it and there ' s a swell story about Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. I have a new fairy story 1 want to read, but it ' s so long 1 want to choose two children to help me! It ' s one of Hans Christain Anderson ' s. It ' s The Ugly Duckling and a nice story. Say! Look at here! What do you think? I ' ve found the Owl and the Pussy Cat right here in the book and it says Edward Lear at the bottom, so it must be the same one we know. May 1 read it right now? Won ' t you please read us, The Water Babies? What did Tom do af- ter he got out of the lobster pot? May we read from our poem books to-day. I read all the verses to Mother, last night. I like Robert Louis Stevenson, best. As they settle down in little groups and read to one another; all uncon- sciously they build up appreciations for real literature. 241 SPRING LYRICS IN THE THIRD GRADE With Spring, came the usual Spring poems, only in greater abundance than ever before. The children brought poems to read to the class; they re- cited all the poems they had learned which reminded them of signs of Spring. It was suggested that beautiful thoughts were even more beautiful when rhyme and music were added. One morning one of the boys brought a poem he had composed the night before. It was a very good attempt, and immediately every child de- cided to write a poem of his own. They were given an opportunity and much free time thereafter was used in this way. Following are some of the re- sults: SPRING TIME SHOWERS Spring time showers sprinkle all around, It sprinkles on the sidewalk w ithout a sound. It sprinkles on most every hound. And on the very hard, hard ground. It sprinkles on the thirsty trees. And on the hungry honey bees. It sprinkles on the fields and lakes And on the farmers with their rakes. When the farmer takes his hoe And starts to make his garden grow Then the rain comes down in showers And falls on all the sweet little flowers. — Donald Boudeman THE TULIP I love the tulip very much. But she ' s loved better by the Dutch. I have a notion She came across the Ocean. — Barbara Waldo 242 AN INTERMEDIATE GRADE PROJECT The Fourth Grade boys were to have shopwork for one hour every Fri- day. The girls were equally interested but they were barred, so they prevailed upon the Manual Training teacher to give them a work bench and such tools as he could spare. One of the class rooms was converted into a workshop and plans were formulated. Num ' srous needs were suggested; some wished to make window boxes, others plant stands, some book racks and still others doll houses. Old packinp; boxes were brought from home and some other materials obtained from the shop. The making of the doll houses immediately became a live project. Win- dows were cut, roofs measured and nailed on, partitions built. Th houses were painted, each child bringing his own ten cent can of paint. Furniture was needed. The g ' ris who had finished the other w ood work now helped make furniture. Some who hithertofore had never had the opportunity to excell, now show ed high type mechanical ability. These skillful workers were in great demand. The plans for furnishing now became very definite. The sewing teacher was called upon to suggest suitable color schemes and contrasts. Interiors were studied. The children visited the rug department of one of the down town stores and a wall paper store. From the latter they obtained samples for papering their houses. Both boys and girls were nov at work one hour each week, papering the rooms and staining the floors. Everyone made rugs; both from rags and from yarn. One of the children learned a e:reat deal about the making of Oriental rugs from his father. He showed the group how the different knots were tied. One day the rugs were placed on sale. The girls who had made the doll houses purchased the rugs they needed, paying prices w hich were com- parable to those seen in the down town store. Every child had an oppor- tunity to serve as proprietor, clerk, bookkeeper or cashier. Accounts did not alw ays balance and the store had to be closed twice. It w as a splendid op- portunity for each child to check up his w ork as to accuracy. The children were very considerate in purchasing and sho-wcd a splendid co-operative spirit. The girls are now finishing their houses with curtains, drapes, pillows and upholstered furniture. They have made lamps from clay and decorated them with water colors. They have even made bath tubs and kitchen sinks which the boys have installed, acting as plumbers. In no project has this group shown greater initiative, better planning, a finer feeling for accuracy nor in any place have they copied the good and re- jected the poor in design more quickly. One very unobserving boy said, I notice carpets and wall papers that just jump at me when I go into some houses, but of course I don ' t tell the people about it. This one little remark would make the project worth while as training in keener powers of observa- tion and appreciation even if there were no other accompanying values. 243 MYTHS IN THE FIFTH GRADE In connection with the study of Greek history the Fifth Grade has become acquainted with the myths of this ancient people. We became so imbued with the philosophy of these seekers of truth that we attempted in a crude way to imitate their methods in the explanation of some things which we could not understand. HOW THE TIGER GOT HIS STRIPES One hot summer day In Africa far, far away. All the animals were planning new clothes Much lighter than those They had worn the cool season through. Mr. Giraffe spent most of his money In buying enough collars to reach From his ears to his back. Mrs. Leopard decided on a polka dot dress With colors of amber and black. And used her own tail For the fashionable trail That dragged along at the back, at the back, That dragged along at the back. Mr. Tiger had on a suit of light tan. And leaned without sense Against a fresh-painted fence And so got black stripes all around, all around. And so got black stripes all around. — Lodisca Payne. 244 SELF GOVERNMENT IN THE SEVENTH GRADE In the seventh grade a system of self government makes the children themselves responsible for many of the tasks involved in caring for the ap- pearance and management of the room. The children elect a captain and an assistant captain to serve for one month. The election is by ballot and the children elect those who in their opinion, are able to assume responsibility. These two officers appoint other children to care for certain things in the room. There are committees to take charge of the blackboards and erasers, the ventilation and lights, the bulletin boards, the plants, the recitation rooms, the desks, the reading table and book- cases, and to help sick classmates. The rules or laws for the class have been made by the whole group as a legislative body. The children, therefore, obey them because they realize that they are just, and that any failure to abide by them will cause some one discomfort or inconvenience. This system of self-government was not introduced in its complete form. At first the teacher asked certain ones to help her with specific things, and as the children grew in ability to assume responsibility more opportunities were given them to help her. Putting into practice the belief that we learn to do by doing the children were later placed in charge of certain things, for example, the ventilation and lights. They not only knew what conditions should prevail but were responsible for bringing about those conditions. The children work together on various committees and in this way learn to co-operate efficiently with the group both as followers and as leaders. In this way they are given an opportunity to develop any latent qualities of leadership which they may possess, and to act rather for the good of the group than for the benefit of the individual. If we are to have intelligent leaders and followers who are not only willing but prepared to serve, they must be trained in the schoolroom and a system of self-government does help to develop such leaders. 245 EIGHTH GRADE SIDELIGHTS When the boys and girls of the Training School arrive in Grade Eight they become invested with a nev vr dignity, befitting the highest grade. Here graduation into ninth grade awaits the successful students and the exercises in June with accompanying diplomas are a consummation most devoutly to be wished. Ye scribe, seeking first hand impressions from the present eighth graders, stimulated with the question, What have you gained this year? The seri- ous member with unconscious humor replied, 1 feel more serious and grown up, thinking of my after life. The facetious member answered to the same question, I ' ve gained a pound. The eighth grade boys modestly admit that they are distinguished from other grades by being the best in athletics. ' But in scholarship the girls are leading them a merry chase. The present group of eighth grade children are enthusiastic students, eager and successful partakers in charity drives such as raising money for relief in Europe; and are proud of the gift of a set of pictures of historic build- ings wrhich they have presented to the Training School as their class memor- ial. These are beautiful artistically framed color prints by Jules Guerin. The subjects are The Library of Congress, the Washington Monument, The White House, the Capitol, The Smithsonian Institute, and Independence Hall. These pictures will be hung in the hall but will eventually adorn the Eighth Grade History class room. May the springtime age of enthusiasm, newly donned long trousers and put up hair continue to flourish and be appreciated in the future as it has been long past in all Eighth Grades! FAMILIAR QUOTATIONS AND THEIR AUTHORS Has any one a question or comment on that) ' Dr. Henry Please be specific Miss Harrison Now let us sum up Miss Spindler If yon don ' t take anything else out of this course, 1 want you to take this Miss Gage Girls, don ' t be afraid, come up closer Miss Coppens That reminds me of a man I knew back in Ohio Mr. Place When I was at Harvard Dr. Brown If you ' ll pardon a personal experience Mr, Ellsworth N-n-no — - Miss Guiot The devil of it is Mr. Loring Not a blooming thing - Mr. Sprau Dear me, dear me Miss Hussey Please stop talking in the line .._ Mrs. McManis What you might call spots of color Miss Netzorg That ' s true, is it not? Mr. Renshaw Good Lord, don ' t you know that? Dr. McCracken How much time did you spend on your lesson Mrs. Hockenberry TO BE POPULAR WITH THE LIBRARIANS !. Form in line about fifteen minutes early and spend the said time in whispering. 2. Leave pencils, love letters, and candy w rappers in the books. 3. Place the books on the hot radiators in the halls. 4. Reserve books and do not call for them at night. 5. Do not return books at eight o ' clock, especially if you have the only copy and fifty other students would like to get a chance at it before the exam. 6. Never put the volume or copy number on your slip. 7. Always use pens at the study tables. 8. Do your visiting in the reading room. 9. Never use the Reader ' s Guide, let the librarian do the work for you. 10. Never put books on the table, always return them to the stacks. It doesn t matter if they are in the right place or not, they ' ll be found some day. 247 FIRST METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Corner Rose and Lovell Sts. Parsonage, 2 1 8 W. Cedar St. A Democratic church! Seeking Life Problem ' s Interpretation through a sane Study and Presentation of What Scripture Teaches. The Truth Fearlessly without Favor. SPECIAL STUDENTS ' CLASS MEETS EVERY SUNDAY AT 10:00 A. M. The College Student who misses church on Sunday is living be- neath his opportunity. Pastor ' s Telephone 1 780. Ask him. He will gladly advise you. NORMAL ' S ANIMAL ORCHESTRA G. Fox, Director A. Crane First Violin V. Cox .Second Violin B. Fox Bass Drum W. Boers Cello M. Bird Cornet C. Wolfe Bass Horn L. Katz Trombone L. Sheap Snare Drum K. Steers Oboe D. Fish Bass Viol B. Kuhn Piccolo M. Pike Flute THE BEST HATS AND CAPS Look for The Trade Mark Every Time JOHN HALE HAT STORE 1 04 Main St. Kalamazoo Branches in Other Michigan Cities 248 onegoiU j 48 Years of Successful Merchandising Third Floor Room size rugs, small rugs, curtains, curtain materials, portiers, bath robe blanket sets, blankets, shirt waist boxes, carpet sweepers. Second Floor Suits, coats, dresses, separate skirts, house dresses, petticoats, furs, blouses, muslin un- derwear, corsets, everything for the baby, dresses and coats for children under ten, ' Path e maciiines. Main Floor Gloves, hosiery, underwear, laces, ribbons, neckwear, leather goods, jewelry, umbrellas, notions, trimmings, wash goods, dress goods, silks, domestics. Basement General Bargain Basement Rose Street Store Books, baskets, trays, doilies, stationery, things of all kinds, floor lamps. art needlework, gift ::::;:i:::::i::i:i:::;:: A SMILE FOLLOWS THE SPOON When It ' s PIPER ' S ICE CREAM Quality Developing, Printing and Enlairging GEO. MCDONALD DRUG CO. Main and Burdick 113 So. Burdick Do You Like Ice Cream Soda? We Have the Finest in the City FINE NEW SANITARY FOUNTAIN D. 0. BROWN, DRUGGIST 747 W. Main St. R. Farrar — Did you hear about M. Beerstecher fainting in Anatomy Westgate — No! what was the matter? R. Farrar — I wasn ' t there. Miss Harrison — What is the effect of the moon on the tide? Edith Anderson (musingly) — The effect is greater on the untied than on the tied. (Ernest Giddings teaching High School Chemistry) — Now if anything should go wrong with this experiment we would all be blown sky high. Come a little closer, boys, so you may follow? me. 250 HANSELMAN ICE CREAM AND CHOCOLATES ALWAYS BEST HERSHFIELD ' S Home of Hart, Shaffner Marx jlj Clothes. iii Stetson Hats and Manhattan jij Shirts ii: 123-5 E Mam St When Words Fail Send Dolly Varden Chocolates A. SALOMON SON DISTRIBUTORS Wholesale Confectionery KALAMAZOO Dr. Burnham (taking note of outside reading for Sociology when Blanche Norton enters, tardy) — Miss Norton, what have you been doing? Miss Norton — Taking my music lesson. Dr. Burnham I mean reading? Miss Norton Rest Thee, Sad Heart. C. Salsbury — Do you really think that picture looks like me? D. Hoeltzel — Yes, but I have no other fault to find with it. Instructor — Can you tell me what steam is? Freshman Sure, it ' s water gone crazy with the heat. ' He Are you fond of a joke? She Why I hardly know you. ' 251 i :H   s s:s;::::::::i:s!: :::;:;s:::n:s::::;!;: ::::;:::::: I KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOUR ALMA MATER I • THROUGH ii si si 2f III I The Western Normal Herald I i i It Puts the Knot in the Tie That Binds W: I I ffi Subscribe before you leave school and renew each year after. ii! m Si Si s i h: Hn;-nn-in:!!niHiin::!i!!!!iniH:!!i;n;:::!!:n::il:!i;:!:n:nM!!l!!i!MHn!iiU!ni;:i;::!!i in!:::l I ' ' ' ■ ' ' — -— ' ' — ' ' ' ' ' ;:::=::=::::::::::::::=::::::: ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::;:«:::::::: :::::::::.:::™„5 ffi John Blue See that good looking girl over there smiling at nie? [jj S Miss Chapman — She is too polite to laugh. ||j Howard Chenery made quite a long speech at the Club last night? ' What was he talking about? He didn ' t say. He (adoringly) — Oh, how I wish I were that book you clasp so lovingly. She How I wish you were, so that I could shut you up. Clumsy Freshie (to Mr. Waldo — Excellent floor this. iS Mr. Waldo — Then why dance on the lady ' s feet. |S S: 252 The Upjohn Company MAKERS OF FINE PHARMACEUTICALS KALAMAZOO. - - MICHIGAN BRANCHES NEW YORK KANSAS CITY. MO. SAN FRANCISCO not pass? Westy — Was it the Belgians who invented the saying. ' They shall )ass? Cameron — You bet it wasn ' t. It was my anatomy teacher. Miss Guiot (excitedly describing wall scaling at Sargeant ' s) — We gave a heave and threw her right up. Much laughter. Miss Guiot (looking blank) — What did 1 say? B. Bryant Did she refuse you. Gillie? Gilbert — Well, in a delicate sort of way. She said she never wanted anything she could get easily. Mr. Everett What relation are two parallel lines? Frank Jones — Twins. M 253 THE STAR PAPER COMPANY 405-409 E. Main St. Wholesale Dealers and Manufacturers ' Agents All kinds of WRAPPING PAPER WOODENWARE STATIONERY NOTIONS, ETC. STEIN-BLOCK FASHION PARK CLOTHES For young men in the new models that are shown in these two lines only. Flannels, Homespun Worsted Sam Folz Big Corner Main at Portage THE PHYSICAL ED ' S ALPHABET A — is for Aldrich and also Aldworth; B — is for Bottje, who causes much mirth; C — is for Connie, Cornie and Cole; D is for Dora, who ' ll never grow old; E is for Ella, our Swede she ' bane ' ; F is for Frankie, who never can gain; H — is for Hussey who teaches us to swim; G is for Germaine G. Guiot but not for Jim; I — is for Issy, usually called Belle; She says she is poorly but looks very well; K — is for Keegan, the next line will proclaim; L is for Louie, which is her first name; M is for Mulder, Mann, Mollie, Mary and Mill, M ' s a good letter, we ' ll grant with good will; N — is for nothing, it seems, in our line; O — is for Olga, who in dancing is fine; P — is for piano that keeps us in step; Q — is for quick, for which we have the rep ; R — is for Roe, who has lots of might; S — is for Spaulding, v ho teaches us right; T is for tactics in which we get B ; U is for useful which we are, you see; W— is for Westnedge, and if that should fail, end our tale; Y ' s and X ' s are rare— which isn ' t our fault- So with the Ws we ' ll call— Class Halt. still have Wright to 254 We thank you one and all For your orders large and small RIEPMA BROS. GROCERS SUCCESS TO YOU The pure food store handling MONARCH BRANDS The last word in pure foods Photographically yours, SLOCUM BROTHERS RIEPMA BROS. 728 Locust St. Kalamazoo Mich MISS LATERELL Miss Anonymous to Western came, To learn to teach was her highest aim. As Miss Anonymous she could gain no fame So she straightway decided to change her name . Alone and friendless, she wandered about, Saw Profs of all kinds, both the sHm and the stout. She finally spied a smiling face And quickly decided Later El w as the place. There every course was a joy and delight, The amount of requireds was just about right, Less credits at U could ne ' er be her plight. Big financial returns w ere surely in sight. From hence on, Miss Laterell she w as dubbed, And never aeain was she to be snubbed. For a year and a half she cheerfully w orked. Not a dance, nor a game, nor a duty was shirked. Then from small tow ns and cities, they came by the score. And ever the cry w as Give me some more Of Miss Laterell ' s style. I must get her before She has chosen to sign up with some other corps. So each told of his ideal conditions and place And he begged and he pleaded and he argued his case. Unless money was right, the place of renow n. And the Super was pleasant, she turned it right down. So w hile others w ere trying and searching in vain For a place, only Miss Latterell could explain Why she had become the most popular one. She had chosen the course that had easily w on. 255 The Friendly Spirit Is What Counts We Wish You to Think of Us in That Spirit I THE NORMAL CO-OPERATIVE I STORE us g: 256 THEY ALL PLAYED BALL When the game started, Cigar was in the box with plenty of smoke, Molasses was at the stick, and Measles catching. Horn played first base. Fiddle played second, backed by Corn in the field. Molasses got a two bagger. Cigar let Brick walk and Sawdust filled the bases. Song made a hit when he came to bat, but Knife was called out for cutting first. Trombone w as caught making a slide for second, and Meat w as put out on the plate. In the second inning Lightning went into the box and struck out three men. He flashed the ball fast and furious for a few innings, but his arm gave out in the eighth. Ballon started to pitch in the ninth inning but w ent up in the air. Cabbage had a good head and Ice kept cool in the game until he was hit w ith the ball; then you should have heard Ice scream. Grass covered lots of ground in the field during the game. The crow d began to get restless during the ninth inning, and made it hot for umpire Apple who was rotten. Wind began to blow about what he could do, and Hammer began to knock. Bushes began to leave and Trees began to bark. Corn was shocked v hen Song made another hit and Twenty made a score. The way they roasted Peanuts was a fright. When the game ended, the score was 4-7 in favor of the visiting team. Door said, if they would have let him pitch he could have shut them out. K. Wright I have been in swimming already this term. E. Holmberg — How did you find the water? K .Wright — (In a moment of thoughtlessness) O, that was easy, it was all around in the pool. Ole The only time 1 stay home is when 1 study. Freem — You must be terribly homesick at present. 257 HARDWARE HEADQUARTERS Every hardware need can be promptly and properly met at the largest and oldest hardware house in Southern Michigan. We shall appreciate your orders in the following departments. BUILDERS ' HARDWARE, PAINT AND GLASS, TOOLS, ELECTRICAL GOODS, AUTO ACCESSORIES, SPORTING GOODS AND FISHING TACKLE, MILL SUPPLIES, CUTLERY, SILVERWARE, HOME FURNISHINGS, BLACKSMITH, FARM AND GARDEN TOOLS, HEAVY HARDWARE. No order too small to be appreciated and none too large for our capacity. ' WHOLESALE RETAIL THE EDWARDS CHAM- BERLIN HARDWARE CO. DE BOLT ' S High Grade Confections Our Own Make Al vays Fresh 130 W. MAIN ST. JACK-O ' LANTERN Sence he los ' ' is brains to git ' is smile, Brer Jack-o-Lanter grins lak a wilder- in ' chile Wiodut no secrets out or in; An ' de lighter in de head de broader ' is grin. An ' he ain ' t by ' isself in dat, in dat, An ' he ain ' t bv ' isself in dat. THE BUTTERFLY Sis ' Butterfly aimed to work all right, ijl jlj Bjt ' er wings dey was heavy, and ' er ::: ::: head too light; !:! :•• So she riz in de air, ' ca ' ze she see she ni ::: Jes ' to fly in de sun in de beauty :•• :|; parade. ::: Hi An ' she ain ' t by ' erself in dat, in dat, li: ;■; An ' she ain ' t by ' erself in dat. ;:: Hi EVERYTHING IN ATHLETIC TOGS Complete Outfits for all Sports School trade a specialty. ASK THE FELLOWS THEY ' LL TELL YOU THE SPORT SHOP 155 S. Burdick THORNTON ' S Every Time Thornton ' s Barber Shop Opposite Post Office on Rose St. R. R. WARREN W. S. N. ' 12 258 UMNIFORS ANO EQUIPMENT For Your Requirements PERFECT SATISFACTION GUARANTEED ALWAYS QUALITIES THAT PLEASE AT RIGHT PRICES. Call at our Military Department or Consult Our Complete Catalog. THE HENDERSON-AMES CO. KALAMAZOO, MICH. THE CHOCOLATE SHOP 150 So. Burdick St. We make a special effort to please you. Fine Candies, Ice Cream and Ices THE PARROT Sis ' Tin-cage wid re roamin nose Dat roams f ' om ' er eyes tel it P ' ints to ' er toes. She keeps up a rattlin ' talkin ' pace To turn off attention f ' om de shape of ' er face. An ' you ain ' t by yo ' self, Sis Polly, in dat, An ' you ain ' t by yo ' self in dat. THE ANGLEWORM I could stand de hook, says de angle- worm, An ' a lily-brood wouldn ' t made me squirm, But 1 can ' t help wrigglin ' ag ' in ' my fate; It breaks me all up to be sued for bait. An ' he ain ' t by ' is self in dat, in dat, An ' he ain ' t by ' isself in dat. VELLEMAN ' S THE PLACE OF GOOD GOODS HOPPER GROCERY CO. The Normal Grocery 613 Davis St. WE CATER TO NORMAL STUDENTS DRY GOODS WOMEN ' S WEAR MEN ' S WEAR 259 Western State Normal School KALAMAZOO 1920 Summer Term will open June 28 Fall Term will open September 2 7 SOME ADVANTAGES 1. The Life Certificate may be earned by graduates of approved high schools in two years. This certificate gained at Western Normal is now accepted in more than twenty states. 2. Western Normal School now offers a four-year course of study leading to a degree of Bachelor of Arts. The first class with the A. B. degree was graduated in June 1919. Courses offered during the summer term may be counted as credit toward the Bachelor ' s degree. 3. Western Normal instructors (70 in number) have been trained in forty- two leading colleges, normal schools, and universities. 4. Western Normal graduates are in great demand. They are now teaching in every section of Michigan, — also in 31 states as well as in Alaska, Canada, and Porto Rico. 5. The library contains 20,000 carefully chosen volumes, all selected in the past fourteen years, and is growing rapidly. One hundred ninety periodicals are regularly received, and the library now includes 52 complete sets of the leading magazines. 6. The new Science building (three stories, 148 feet long, ' 78 feet wide), which with equipment cost $130,000, greatly increases the efficiency of the several departments of secience. 7. The gymnasium (120 feet by 68 feet) is equipped with apparatus, swimming pool, showers, lockers, and running track. It is the largest normal school gymnasium in the Middle West. 8. We have a fourteen-acre athletic field. A splendid diamond, a first-class football gridiron, and one of the best quarter-mile tracks in the country are among the features. Bleachers with a capacity for 3,000 spectators have been provided. 9. The Student Loan Fund has served splendidly in assisting deserving students. Five loans have been made during the past si. and one-half years. 10. Young men who have completed the life certificate course receive from $1,2(K) to $1,900 the first year. Young women who have completed the life certificate course receive from $800 to $1,700 the first year. Graduates of the Normal are now holding 201 important administrative positions in Michigan, including superintend- encies, principalships, supervisorships, county normal directorships, and county com- missionerships. 11. A two-year life certificate course in Commerce was organized at the open- ing of the school year in 1916. Graduates of this course are already in demand beyond our ability to supply. 12. Western Normal is the only institution in Michigan granting a special manual training certificate. A manual training building is soon to be erected at a cost of $100,000. The normal school possesses manual training equipment valued at $25,000, and additions are constantly being made to this equipment. 13. The Normal Co-Operative Store furnishes books and student supplies at low prices. During the past year a business of more than $15,000 has been transacted. 14. The Normal Lunch Room serves 500 students daily and there are rooms for 1,200 students within easy walking distance of the school. 15. Expenses are reasonable. The tuition fee is $6.00 for 12 weeks for residents of Michigan and $10.00 for non-resident students. To this is added a fee of $1.50 for the support of athletics and for subscriptions to the Normal Record and the Western Normal Herald. There are many opportunities for remunerative work, 16. The buildings and equipment are all new. The inventory of land, buildings, and contents is $650,000. The Normal now owns nearly forty acres of land. 260 YOU WILL FEEL DRESSED UP If You Have On a Pair of Shoes From THE SHOE MARKET Men ' s and Women ' s High Grade Shoes at a reasonable price. Come up stairs and save money. THE SHOE MARKET Second Floor Hanselman Bldg. Take the Elevator HORTON-BEIMER PRESS COMMENCEMENT PRINTING ANNUALS INVITATIONS PROGRAMS CARDS HORTON-BEIMER PRESS KALAMAZOO, MICH. Murphy — A man found a twenty dollar counterfeit bill, and paid it to his wash woman for back washings. The landlady paid her ' grocery bill wit hit and the erocer save it to the man that found it, for wages. Would anyone lose in the transaction? Mr. Moore No, but that man would surely have a clean back. First Student Did you ever read Looking Backwards? ' Second Student — Yes, once in an exam, and I was flunked. ' Fat Lady ' 1 should like to see a waist that would fit me. ' Clerk So should I, lady. Neighbor — So your son got his B. A and his M. A.? Father — ' Yes, but his P. A. still supports him. ' Days may come and days may go. But where they come from, 1 don ' t know. ' 261 MEET ME AT MARLEY ' S That ' s Where They All Meet DRUGS STATIONERY CANDY ICE CREAM MARLEY ' S DRUG STORE F. F. MARLEY, PROP. Phone 2982 Cor. Main and Oakland A KALAMAZOO DIRECT TO YOU Stoves Ranges Furnaces Refrigerators Kitchen Kabinets Fireless Cookers Bicycles Swings Aluminum Ware Refrigerators Phonographs Cream Separators Sewing Machines Washing Machines Feed Grinders Paints Roofing Congoleum Rugs Fencing Chemical Closets KALAMAZOO STOVE CO. MANUFACTURERS Kalamazoo Michigan agaajaacasi:::i: ::n:: :::::K:::K;t:i:::::i Mis3 Rousseau — Geraldine, what is elocution? Geraldine Blowers — It ' s the way they kill people in some states. ' Practice Teacher — Can anyone give me a sentence for w eather- beaten? Boy — My father roots for the Norma] whether beaten or not. He And what did you enjoy most in France? She Well, 1 thing it was the French pheasants singing the ' May- onnaise, WANTED To rent a settee to use in the main hall between classes — G. Arend. A lantern to carry around to lighten my w ork. J. Lee. Condensed time in which to do our studying. Preferred in gallon ans. Brown and Gold Staff. 262 OUR AIM First in quality — of merchandise handled. First in service — stock, competent clerks, courtesy. First in price — the other aims considered. THE COLMAN DRUG CO. THE REXALL STORE 123 W. Main St. Phone 174 Largest, Most completely equipped drug store in Southern Michigan YOUNG ' S STUDIO HARRY A. YOUNG, PROP. BROWN AND GOLD PHOTOGRAPHER Tel I651-F2 1 13 S. Burdick St. KALAMAZOO MICHIGAN Annabelle Larsen Did you notice that handsome young fellow who came up on the car with us? Laoira Letifltner O, that good lookiag man vritk a blue shirt, brown oxfords and red necktie, who wore his hair pompadour? No. why? Mr. Fox (In Practical Electricity) Can you think of any other machines we could run with electricity? Dale Braybrooks — Windmills! I I Speaking Of The Usefulness Of The Wind Mr. Glenn — Why even the cows go dry when the wind stops blow- Normal ' s Rainbow Division L. Whit A. Gray — H. Brown — J. Blue — R. Green. Martha S. Nonsense, Demal How do you know the prunes in this restaurant are old? Lodema N. I tell you I can see the wrinkles in them. s ::: !iOii:HiS!si!::::!::-::i:ii::i::i:s:!!i!i:: 363 Gilmore Brothers Thirty-Ninth Year We Are Always Trying 1 . To make this Store a better place in which to buy, more com- fortable, more cheerful, more convenient. 2. To give helpful suggestions and ideas — this is an important aim of our sales people. 3. To give greater variety, and to display things so well that patrons find it easy to choose. 4. To improve each day on the best we could do the day before. 5. To sell goods at a reasonable price so that customers will get full value. 6. To give as good service to those who order by mail as to those who buy over our counters. These are some of the things which are nearest the hearts of all of us and which ought to make this business of greater service to the public every day. Six floors of dependable merchandise for Men, Women, Children and the Home. SOUTH BURDICK STREET EXCHANGE PLACE AND FARMERS AVENUE KALAMAZOO MICHIGAN 264 AS OTHERS SEE US SENIOR COLLEGIATE John Blue — Always on the job. Mabel Haven — The hand that follows the intellect can achieve. Irene McCann — Don ' t start me talking. John Hoyt There is no mistake, there has been no mistake, and there shall be no mistake. Harlo Perry — My rights there are none to dispute. Rena Thornton If ever she knew an evil thot, she spoke no evil word. Hazel Crofoot — Gentle in manner, firm in reality. Fred Huff — Indu ' d with sancity of reason. LATER ELEMENTARY Theresa Benzo — A tho ' tful dark-eyed maiden. Geraldine Smith ' I leave thy praise unexpressed. Lila Fleisher Quiet, studious and determined. Marie Callahan She is so quiet and so swreet. Freda Rittinger — As quiet as a summer night. Jean Keate Patience and gentleness is power. Marian Leenhouts So quite and so ladylike you ne ' er could read her na- ture right. Elsie Gwinn Joy rises in me like a summer morn. Mildred Mattoon — =- May she never change except in name. Minnie Buter Her ways are ways of pleasantness. Ethel Race Happy am 1, from care 1 am free. Florence Nagle A big heart and true kindness. MaryWoods She seeks diligently after know ledge. Lulu Clark Her creed is tho ' tfulness. Helen Stratton She speaks not when there ' s nothing to say. Mary McCulloch For she ' s just the quiet kind, whose nature never varies. Doris Wenche — I live not unto myself. Prudence Pitcher What sweet delight a quiet life affords. Serene Beadle — 0evoted, generous, and sincere. Gladys Smith — None knew her but to love. Beulah Hurtle — When you know her, you know the best. Margaret Hendricks She goes her ow n sw eet way. Nina Seelig Who may sing her? Janet Von Tongeren Long may such goodness live. Fern Walton — One whom we like to call friend. 265 Bertha Simmons — What can you say more than this, that you alone are you. Mrs. Alice Renwick I have no desire to talk to talkative people. Mary G. Dickie Ever gracious, ever true. Nora Renkes Occupation alone is happiness. Eulah Glade Gracious is her disposition. Louise Whitman — So firm, so strong, yet so refined. Lucile Seagley — Thrifty and thoughtful of others. EARLY ELEMENTARY Helen Lewis Truth and Goodness in her heart doth find place. Bessie Rogers ' Goodness is its ow n reward. Irene Foster Most gentle is she. Bertha Tobias Overflowing with words. Mildred Brackney — A true friend is ever a friend. N ' iva M. Hunt — True w orth needs no interpreter. Ruth B. Fisher — Always for good, never for ill. Rhea Richardson Her mirth the world requires. Anna Gamble Her enemies find little to criticize. Audrey Pangborn Noble but not too proud. Ruth Carmody The gentle mind by gentle deeds is known. Ruby Holmes In each cheek appears a pretty dimple. LHzabeth Rochelein Of joyous nature. Dorothy Stert — 1 laugh, for hope hath happy place with me. Laura Woolpert Good nature precedes all virtue. Virginia Whipple — With those eyes and smiles beguiling, she entrances all the youths. Gladys Mapes A light heart lives long. Dorothea Fessenden I may be small, but I ' ll have my say. Bessie Johnson Weakness is not in your word. Diena Ferris — Keen lips that shape soft sayings like crystals of the snow. ' Vivian Peer A merry heart goes all the day. Marjorie Hoyt Free from all dishonest deeds or thots of vanity. Katherine Wright — Fair hands whose touches thrill like goldenrod of wonder. Carrie Meeker — There was a soft and pensive grace, a cast of thought upon her face. Ethelyn Hamilton The chief of a thousand in grace. 266 ;i ' .i-fr.i$9$f? AV.sr ' V.: Mrs. Marie Malin Thou hast a mind that suits with this, thy fair and out- ward character. Dorothy Keeler — She smiled sweetly yet saved her love for one. Annabelle Larsen — It is nice to be natural, w hen you ' re naturally nice. Doris Van Liew Eyelids lightly falling on little glistening seas. Julia Renwick Her stature tall, I hate a dumpy woman. Ruth Huysman None may praise aright. Fredericka Keen — Simply irresistible. Lois Crawford For she ' s just the quiet kind, whose nature never varies. SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LIFE Lewis Crawford Just give him time and by his might, he will prove that black is white. Gertrude Marshall — She a girl of right good will. Mildred Hanel She is herself of best things a collection. Lionel Van Kersen He is both natural and consistent. Gerald Fox Good humor is the health of the soil. Beulah Bailey — I ' m little, but I guess 1 know. Lucille Warn — Her eyes are bright as a drop of dew. Seth Keasey A man of merit. Charles Blivin I hate nobody, I am at charity with all the world. Ada Whitman Enthusiasm is her middle name. Rachel McKinstry Ever studious and industrious. Carroll Gale Life is to him a simple art of duties to be done. Grover Kurtz With a confidence of reason. Alice Warner — She ' ll have her way, or have her fits. Marjorie Kenyon — She knows whereof she speaks. H. M. Murphy Seriousness never enters my mind. Carroll Bay Forever a mystery. Ruth Fitch — Hope smiles not half so sweetly. Laura Lautner — A modest blush she v ears not formed by Art. John Lee Workl workl v orkl Arthur Paul — To work or not to work, that is the question. Ruth Nye Rather quiet but full of fun. Ruth Green — Shy as a maid of long ago. Alexander Monto — Wisdom is a treasure v rhich none can take away. Fred Cartland — It is the law of economy, to make the best of every- thing. 267 Hattie Hambly Not stepping o ' er the bounds of modesty. Ila Boudeman — Even the ' vanquished she could argue still. Clifford Pugsley— A fellow who is on the level. Ned Van Volkenberg The silent are always welcome. Mildred Kane — You can ' t keep the Irish down. Leta Wells— Gently to hear, kindly to love. ■Jay Holmes— A man w ho knows. Florence Pitcher She ' s as witty as . ' he ' s wise. Bernice Seeley — It ' s a comely fashion to be glad. Marie Barnes — Laugh and the world lau ' hs with you. Alice Cagney — Tall, stately and precise. Paul Bowersox — Save me from folly, vanity and vice. Sara Briggr — Work first, then rest. Helen Davis— And then 1 lau-hed. RuSEcll Doncy He ' s little but from top to toe, he ' s chr.ck full of life and go. Ruth Grahn A soft, low voice is an excellent thing in a woman. Purl Nulf Sweet and low are her answers. Marie Knapp Carefulness is her watchword. Forrest Averill A born leader. Nathalie Nelson — Not by her size, but by her disposition is she judged. Walter Olsen — Pride of the fans. Corienne Pitcher Her -ways are ways of pleasantness. Louise Olds — A charm that is precious and rare. Ernest Giddings — He was a man, take him all for all, 1 shall not look up- on his like again. Lewis James — The deed I intend is great, but what as yet I knowr not. ' Lawrence Moser — He will never grow old no matter how hard he tries. Robert Anway All I need is the time and the place. Dorothy Blanchard — That smile of yours, will cause you trouble yet. Corrintha Salsbury I chatter, chatter as I go. Paul Gilding Tell all I know! Why life ' s too short for that. JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sarah Peck — Good sense which only is the gift of heaven. Susa Lindsay — My mind to me a kingdom is. 268 Belle Bingham Happy am I, from care I am free. Alice Canfield Quiet, studious and determined. Ruby Wolz An unassuming girl of sterling worth. Angeline Gale When a friend asks, there is no tomorrow. Winnie Boers Many of the wisest thots, are in a little person caught. Helen Corbin Whose nature is so far from doing wrong that she su- spects none. Ethel Huff Commands the situation. Dorothy Smith She ' s cheerful, good natured and aWays gay. Edith Anderson — Annihilate time and space and make two lovers happy. ' Marion Smith Thy modesty is a candle to thy merit. Belle Strunk She is never sad but when she sleeps. Gladys Day — Alack! so mischievous and yet so w ise. Harriet Van Antwerp — A girl of confident tomorrow ' s. Genevieve Shoger A little bit of sweetness. Isabelle Eastman Doesn ' t talk too much, just does things. Bethel Honeysette She speaks not w hen there is nothing to say. Lutina Workman — With an earnestness possessed by few . Mabel Vandenberg Sometimes from her eyes I did receive fair speechless messages. Emily Herkimer — A miniature of loveliness. Gladys Ireland Courteous tho ' coy, gentle tho ' retired. MUSIC AND ART Ferne Campbell She is friendship personified. Blanche Oliver A winsome little lass. Miriam Avery The only way to have a friend is to be one. Fanny Suhr — She is the chum one could wish for. Ona Braybrooks 1 woo the muse of music. Greta Haywood Her benevolent spirit will ever smile upon us. Marian Hill As merry as the day is long. Ruth Nichols — She needs no eulogy, she speaks for herself. Nelle Thacker She w ould sing the savageness out of a bear. Ethel Wilbur Whose music hath charms to soothe the troubled soul. Gertrude Stew art Who w as never known to frow n. Irene Finlay Well fitted for her art. Lyda Moore Her friendship is a thing to be valued. 269 Ardene Rysdorp — Capable and loyal. Margaret Doyle — Alack! Who could resist her Florence Button — An artist of fine ability. MANUAL ARTS Donald Wallace Something always keeps me guessing. Cyrus Glenn — Give me a saw and hammer. Thurston Markle Write me as one who loved his fellowmen. Marlin Bigelow Faint heart ne ' er won fair lady. Glenn Levey A friendly heart with many friends. William Gorham — Faults? Yes, but for all of them, a man. D. R. Hoover — He was w on ' t to speak plain and to the purpose. Cecil Randall — Man delights me not, nor wonian either. Ralph French Ah, me! I ' m sure my heart ' s affected. Leslie Spoor A man of action. Lewis Harter — He ' s not only good, but good for something. Dale Braybrooks Let me have audience for a word or tw o. Guy Joy — What ' s in a name! Wesley Eva — One of our champion players. Franklin Jones His hair was sleek, his clothes were e ' er in press. Albert Sargent Nature has written ' gentleman. ' Victor Simons Sort of on the quiet, understand? Ernest Ackerman Some are w eatherwise, some otherwise. Howard Crull An understanding of all things. Roy Green A proper man as one shall see in a summer ' s day. Andrew Carrigan — Hang sorrow, care ' ll kill a cat. Walter Graff- — 1 believe in thoroughness. William Naughtin — Let things slide. PHYSICAL EDUCATION Mildred Hurt — A boy is foolish and I fear hinri not. Kathleen Wright — I ' m sure care ' s an enemy to life. Olga Breyman — Pretty to walk with, witty to talk with and pleasant, too, to think on. Rachel Cole — Rather quiet, but full of fun. Ruth Lytle — I have a heart with room for every chair. Elizabeth Mann — She was thoughtless of beauty, tho she was beauty it- self. 270 Ella Holmberg — I own her pretty winning ways betwitch me. Helen Roe When in doubt, ask her. Olive Hartley — With hair like the dusk of the evenin ' . Marie Herson — A rosebud set w ith w itful thorns. James Sw ain — As true as steel. Duncan Cameron Yon Cassius hath a lean and hungry look. Guy Houston — He hath a way of covering much ground. Grant Westgate When there ' s a woman in the case, you know all othe things give place. HOUSEHOLD ARTS Annette Moncrief — Earnest in service. Ernestine Prentice — Most gentle is she. Velma Cox — For her the sun shines even on the darkest day. Erma Lamoreaux. — Infinite riches in a little room. Agnes Finley — She adorns all that she touches. Daisie Manning — Winning as her namesake. Bessie Buckingham A dear, sweet maid and to all a friend. Helen Perkey — Sincerity itself. Ruth Betka The rose kept continual spring within her cheek. COMMERCE George Arend I am as clay in her hands, to be modeled as she will. ' Lodema Noggle Quiet and smiling ever, as one that trouble never visits. Hazel Brown A sweet attractive kind of grace. Morris Morton A single life ' s no burden. Carroll Pederson Away with work, 1 will have none of it. Gladys Williams High in spirit, low in stature. Harriet Virgo — - Constant as the northern star. Lloyd Jesson — A few words suffice. Dean Smith — Let me not burst in ignorance. Martha Stap Her smile to all extends. Winifred Coleman On one she smiled and he w as blest. Clyde Sprague Calmer ' n a clock. Irene Bucknell I liked her face and so did everyone. Margaret Franklin — A pleasing countenance is a silent commendation. Mildred Conrad — Tis virtue makes thee most admired. Olive Boyd Truth and goodness in her heart doth find place. m Harold Anderson — My rights there are none to dispute. Ethel Schroeder — To those who know thee not, no words can paint. ' Belva McCormick — Love, sweetness, goodness in her person shine. Leshe Moon His genius is a capacity for hard work. RURAL LIFE AND LIMITED Helen Retoska — She loves her friends, they love her, too. Esther Strawbridge The mildest manner and the gentlest heart. Edna Otis — A mind at peace with all below. Blanche Norton Too complex to describe. Lois Bow man — A merry heart, an honest, sober mind. Anna Antes — And still be doing, never done. Lela McDowell Always jolly, always kind. Dorothy Heaven — Verily, its hard to live up to a name. Myrtle Brower Blessing and blessed where ' er she goes. Blanche Wilson So dainty and sweet a girl. Helen Siems I don ' t believe in jokes, I ' m not the frivolous kind. Esther Beaudry I wish I had a brother or something. Lois Rush By my troth, most pleasant. Bryan Crofoot For ever, a mystery. Hazel Corneil Modest as morning. Minnie Van Allsburg — She has a manner all her own. Gladys Miller Tis good will makes intelligence. Tracie Cushman — Shy as a violet. Helen Munger — Quiet, thoughtful and sincere. Pearl Denison — A jew el most rare. Mina McKinlay — A w insome little lass. Sadie Gelders Of manners, gentle, of affections mild. Lois Lackey — Sweet as a rose. Hattie Moberg Be thine ow nself and thou art lovable. Alice Crane 1 liked her face and so did everybody. Amy Wright — The gentle mind by gentle deeds is known. Esther Babcock Young and happy w ill she ever be. Hazel Robbins — A winning way, a pleasant smile. Edina Power — O, why has happiness so short a day? .Murnie Van Tilburg Her modest looks the cottage might adorn. Emma Bow man — Here good sense and good nature never separated. Lavina Baker A look of wisdom in her eye. 272 Marian Barber I melancholy) I ' m not melancholy. Ivan Lavanway — A friend of the world at large. Murl Momany — Industry begets the love of gain. HIGH SCHOOL Ethelyn Porritt — Sil ent but expectant. Helen Dresser — By truth, impulsive. Fannie Aldrich — Graced as thou art v ith all the power of words. Carl Gillies He is tall of figure and fine of face. Pearce Shepherd — He hath a studious look and yet — Mary Cryan — Eternal sunshine settles on her head. Raymond Tyler — He can dress, dance and bo v to the ladies with grace. Theodore M. Blakeslee — Nothing great was ever accomplished Vk ithout enthusiasm. Katherine Steers Joy rises in me like a summer morn. Ross Chatelain — His mental activity is prodigious. RoUand Maybee Student, speaker, singer, too, is there anything he can t do Lyman Chamberlain — Good sense and good nature are never separated. Helen Gorham — A winning way, a friendly smile. Ralph Adams A youth light-hearted and content. Mildred Sprague — There was a soft and pensive g race, a cast of thot upon her face. Leone Hart — Most maidenly of little maids was she. Mason Smith A man of noble mein. James Keizer — To work or not to work, that is the question. Ruth Dresser — Full solemn and serious was she. Helen Hartzell — Serene and steady is her air. Samuel Mason An athlete of whom his school is proud. Leona Enzian A quiet dark-eyed maid. Frances Doster Cheerful, good-natured, always gay. Winnifred Rockwell — Gentle of speech, beneficent of mind. Marian Porritt — Quiet and shy as a nun is she. Gladys Armstrong — A prim little, sweet little miss. Henry Hauser — Intelligence and courtesy combined. Viola Stevens — Truth and goodness in her heart find place. Louise Biery — A voice soft, gentle and low. Wilson Howard — One of the unfathonable sort. HNALE I We wish to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to all who iij have assisted in the making of tiiis annual. To our faculty advisors, Dr. jij Brown, Miss Harrison and Dr. McCracken, and to Miss Steinway of the Training School, we are especially indebted for the help and suggestions they ::: have given us. Although we have not always sought their advice in many ijj things, because we believe that this is a student project and if the experience iij is to be of value the work should be carried out by the students, nevertheless, ill these advisors have been our understanding friends and their kindly help has jij made this book possible. To Miss Netzorg and Miss Judson of the Art De- ijj partment, we owe a debt of gratitude for their hearty co-operation with our ijj Art Editor. To the Crescent Engraving Company, and to the Horton-Beimer ijj Printing Company, we are grateful for the courtesy and interest they have jjj shown. To Miss Draper, editor of the Normal Herald, we wish to express jjj our thanks for the assistance she has rendered. Finally, we urge every stu- jjj dent to patronize the people who have given their support and shown their lii good will by the advertisements in this book. iii BROWN AND GOLD STAFF. j| 274 BOOK INDEX Alumni 49 Arbor Day 213 Athletics 121 Campus Cuts 1 3 Collegiate Seniors 5 1 Collegiate Juniors 54 Co-operative Store 2 1 5 Dedication 9 Dramatics 161 Foreword 5 Faculty 21 Herald, Normal 215 High School 2 1 7 Basketball 234 Debaters _ 236 Glee Clubs 232 Hi-Y 239 Masquers 230 Seniors 219 Juniors Ill Organizations Departmental 183 Fine Arts 1 71 Forensic 155 Religious and Social 201 Training School 239 275 COMMENCEMENT OF 1920 276 COMMENCEMENT OF 1920 2 , . i QA bL, -yJl-M A - t c - U ' ' :% - O - - - t- Ji4e- , T - V ' ' ::£Ot -c 277 AUTOGRAPHS i,Q; A 7;-_e-eX - . .i )n . .(ujMJ njiLjt f.. - iJU • o J . . o- - :- - 3 4 ' r?t -cc_ . Xa- j(M L t Ji M . - ' 4. 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