Westwood High School - Chipmunk Yearbook (Westwood, CA)

Text from Pages 1 - 68 of the 1929 volume:

I Tl CHIPMUNK 19 2 9 Published Annually by the Students of the Westwood Junior-Senior High School, Westwood, California Page Two THE CHIPMUNK FOREWORD This, The 1929 Chipmunk, is the result of our efforts to set forth the history of this school year. We hope this book will furnish each member of the school a pleasant and accurate record of the year’s activities. THE CHIPMUNK Page Three In recognition of his interest in our student body activities, we, the staff of 1929, dedicate this edition of “The Chipmunk” to our friend and principal, Mr. ROBERT E. CRALLE. Page Four THE CHIPMUNK IN MEMORIAM Willis Jacobs THE CHIPMUNK Page Five CLASSES LITERARY ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES ATHLETICS HUMOR Page Six THE CHIPMUNK WESTWOOD JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES F. L. Walker W. I. Morrison Dr. F. J. Davis THE CHIPMUNK Page Seven FACULTY Mr. Robert E. Cralle, Mrs. Marguerite Lawrence Mr. Alfred Lawrence Miss Lucile Carmichael Miss Ruth Wilson Miss Jean Mitchell Miss Helen Parker Mr. A. B. McEwing Principal, Social Studies Gilds’ Physical Education, Girls’ Coach Boys’ Physical Education, Boys’ Coach Music English English Science Science, Mathematics Page Eight FACULTY THE CHIPMUNK Mr. R. H. Drewes Mrs. Orpha Gardner Miss Jean Hart Mrs. Winona Jayne Miss Doloi es Gaspar Mrs. Margaret R. Frodsham Mr. H. Bryant Browne Miss Margaret Taylor Miss Jesse Ramelli Social Studies Home Economics Social Studies Dramatics, Oral English Spanish, English Mathematics, Latin Vocational Arts Commercial Mathematics, Commercial CLASSES Page Ten THE CHIPMUNK THE JOURNEY ONWARDS As slow our ship her foamy track Against the wind was cleaving, Her trembling pennant still look’d back To that dear isle ’twas leaving. So loath we part from all we love, From all the links that bind us; So turn our hearts, as on we rove, To those we’ve left behind us! When, round the bowl of vanish’d years We talk with joyous seeming— With smiles that might as well be tears, So faint, so sad their beaming; While memory brings us back again Each early tie that twined us, Oh, sweet’s the cup that circles then To those we’ve left behind us! And when, in other climes, we meet Some isle or vale enchanting, Where all looks flowery, wild and sweet, And naught but love is wanting; We think how great had been our bliss If Heaven had been assign’d us To live and die in scenes like this, With some we’ve left behind us! As travelers oft look back at eve When eastward darkly going, To gaze upon that light they leave Still faint behind them glowing,— So, when the close of pleasure’s day To gloom hath near consign’d us, We turn to catch one fading ray Of joy that’s left behind us. THE CHIPMUNK Page Eleven SENIOR RECORD On September eleventh 1925 thirty-four young “frosh” lost in the rush for registration soon were made to feel the superiority of the three upper classes. The first day we were hardly noticed by the older students but when the next day arrived the fun began. The seniors seemed to have had a bad dream the night before and meant to make the “freshies dream that night. For the following rules: FOR BOYS 1. No sox. 2. Jeans with legs rolled to knees and with a large “29” both front and rear. 3. Pack books, and promptly obey and respect the words of the older students. one week the wiser heads dictated FOR GIRLS 1. No paint or powder. 2. No silk stockings. 3. No shoes lower than six inches high. 4. All dresses well below the knees. The first Friday, the sophomores literally, figuratively, and most efficiently cleaned the freshmen, giving us a very thorough initiation. But with all our handicaps we were able to make a little showing the first year . The second year only nineteen of us came back and you may rest assured we had the intention of slaughtering the “frosh”. However, our hope and aspirations in regard to the new class were soon shat- tered because the principal “ousted” initiations forever. We went thru the year just a “whooping it up” and ever since the class of ’29 has played an important part in school affairs. On Friday evening. February eighteenth, 1927, the “29ers” gave a party in the high school auditorium. The fun was over at eleven- thirty and every one went home and slept only to awaken around one o’clock to find the school building a mass of flames. School for the rest of the term was held in the grammar school building with few activities to hold our attention. Our third year opened in a new and finer building and members of the class of ’29 helped a great deal in establishing ideas for a type of school new to Westwood. In this third year two-thirds of our boys made block “W’s” in football. In the rest of the sports, especially inter-class contests, we didn’t go so “hot”. At four a. m. on the day the class of ’28 took their sneak, about eight ” ’29ers” got away with the main part of the Seniors’ food. By seven a. m. the tables had been turned on the Juniors and they were on their way home to breakfast. At any rate we claim the distinction of being the first Junior class to at least for a time catch the Seniors napping on their Sneak Day. The term of ’28-’29 finds us the uppermost class in school. In scholarship we lead the school. A class winning a banner for highest scholarship in the school for three consecutive months gets its numerals engraved in a placque in the office. Senior Class of 1929 now has its numerals engraved three times thereon. All this time the class has been getting “nowhere fast” in regards to members. April 1929 finds the Senior class totaling seventeen mem- bers of which there are only a few who did not originally belong to the class. However, the class is still very much alive and making its existence known to all with whom it comes in contact. C. V. N. ’29. THE CHIPMUNK Sei)ior OLYMPIO F. MAZO, Trans- ferred from Oakland High School, 2; Vice-President of Student Body, 4; Class President, 3, 4; Advertis- ing Manager, 4; Nominat- ing Committee, 3; Foot- ball, 2, 3, 4; Executive Committee, 4; Chairman of Constitutional Commit- tee, 4; Student Govern- ment Club, 3, 4; Scholar- ship Society, 4; Captain Indoor Baseball, 4; Glee Club, 2, 3, 4; Inter-class Football, 3; Inter-class Basketball, 3, 4; Inter- class Track, 3, 4; Basket- ball, 3; Vice-President of Block “W” Society, 3, 4; “Love Pirates of Hawaii, 2. ELBA MILLER, Dramatics, 3, 4; “Trysting Place”, 4; “Op-O-Me-Thumb”, 3; In- ter-class Basketball, 4; In- ter - class Baseball, 4; Wardrobe Mistress, 4; Glee Club, 3. DONALDA FELION, Bas- ketball, 1; Track, 1; Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; “Love Pirates of Hawaii”, 2; Class Basketball, 2; Stu- dent Government Club, 3; Advertising Committee, 3; “Bells of Beaujolais”, 4. ARNOLD ROSENTRETTER, Football, 3, 4; Basketball, 3, 4; Interclass Basket- ball, 3, 4; Inter-class Base- ball, 3, 4; Inter-class Foot- ball, 2, 3, 4; Inter-class Track, 3, 4; Orchestra, 1, 2, 3; Block “W” Society, 4; Executive Committee, 4; Glee Club, 4; “Bells of Beaujolais”, 4. MINNIE MARTIN IRENE MARTIN Page Twelve THE CHIPMUNK Page Thirteen Se ior WINSTON L. SOMER- VILLE, Executive Com- mittee, 2, 4; Class Treas- urer, 3; Student Govern- ment Club, 4; School Elec- trician, 3, 4; Honor Socie- ty, 4; Nominating Com- mittee, 4; Social Club, 4; Secretary of Constitution- al Committee, 4; Basket- ball, 3; Interclass Basket- ball, 2, 3, 4; Inter-class Baseball, 2, 3, 4; Inter- class Track, 3, 4; Sales Committee, 4; “Bells of Beaujolais”, 4. EVA CYR, Inter-class Bas- ketball, 1, 2, 3; Student Government Club, 3; Glee Club, 2, 3, 4; Sales Com- mittee, 3; Song Leader, 3; Inter-class Track, 3. INZA PHELAN, Inter-class Basketball, 3; Inter-class Baseball, 4; Class Secre- tary, 2; Property Mistress, 3. VERNON NEWTON, “Nev- ertheless”, 2; Honor So- ciety, 1, 2, 3, 4; “Adam and Eva”, 3; Class Bas- ketball, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff, 3, 4; Executive Committee, 3, 4; Presi- dent, Honor Society, 4; President, Senior Dramat- ic Club, 4; Student Gov- ernment Club, 3, 4; Con- stitutional Committee, 4; “Op - O - Me - Thumb”, 3; “The Florist Shop”, 3; “The Trysting Place”, 4; Inter-class Track, 3, 4; Nominating Committee, 4. RUTH E. GREEN, Trans- ferred from Walker High School, Washburn, Wis- consin, 4; Annual Staff, 4; Inter-class Basketball, 4; Inter-class Baseball, 4. HILDA I. WARD, Transfer- red from Santa Paula Un- ion High School, 3; Re- ception Committee, 3; Glee Club, 3; Inter-class Track, 3; Inter-class Basketball, 3; Glee Club, 4; Sales Manager, 4. Page Fourteen THE CHIPMUNK ei)ior TOM CLARK, Football, 2, 3, 4; Class Basketball, 2, 3, 4; Basketball light- weight, 3; Baseball, 3; Secretary of Class, 3; An- nual Staff, 4; Orchestra, 3; Honor Society, 4. ALEDA KNUDSEN, Inter- class Basketball, 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball, 3, 4; Stu- dent Government Club, 4; Executive Committee, 4; “Bells of Beaujolais”, 4; Vice-President Class, 4; Inter - class Track, 3; Treasurer Student Body, 4; Glee Club, 4; Social Club, 4; Advertising Com- mittee, 3; Rally Commit- tee, 4. MARJORIE GARDNER, In- ter-class Track, 2, 3; In- ter-class Basketball, 2, 3; Basketball, 2, 3; Secretary of Class, 1; Glee Club, 1, 2, 3; “Op-O-Me-Thumb”, 2; “Love Pirates of Ha- waii”, 2; Secretary of Student Government Club, 3; Social Club, 4. AUSTIN SCOTT, President of Student Body, 4; Foot- ball, 2, 3; Inter-class Bas- ketball, Captain, 2, 3; President Student Govern- ment Club, 3; Student Government Club, 4; Vice- President J'unior Class, 3; Chairman High School Pic- nic, 2, 3; Executive Com- mittee, 4; Constitutional Committee, 4; “Bells of Beaujolais”, 4; President Block “W” Society, 4; In- ter-class Baseball, 4. LOUISE WALKER FERN DIXON, Transferred from North Junior High School, Ogden, Utah, 3; Honor Society, 3, 4; Glee Club, 4; “Bells of Beaujo- lais”, 4; Secretary of Class, 4; Inter-class Track, 3; Inter-class Basketball, 4. THE CHIPMUNK Page Fifteen Seyior Cla j Will THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF THE CLASS OF ’29 We, the Senior Class of ’29, do hereby will and bequeath our athletic ability and prowess to the Junior Class, which we know they will welcome with open arms. Each individual of our class wishes to leave something so that the school will continue to benefit from our short stay here even though soon we will be gone from its portals. I, Tom Clark, do hereby will and bequeath to Charles Koerner my exceptional ability in math. I, Elba Miller, wishing to realize my fondest ambition, do hereby will and bequeath to Carlie Fowler some of my excess avoirdupois. I, Olympio Mazo, do herebv will to the next student body presi- dent my excellent executive ability. Believing myself proficient in the art of popping gum, I. Irene Martin, will and beoueath a goodly portion of my adaptness in this ■pastime to Maxine Gilbert. I, Donalda Felion. having an over-amount of height, will to Robert Gleason a goodly portion of such. To Bill Watson. I. Austin Scott, do hereby will and bequeath one week’s growth of whiskers to replace the visible peach fuzz. I, Minnie Martin, do hereby will and bequeath my nickname, “Min”, to any girl who wishes to adopt it. I, Eva Cyr, do hereby will and bequeath my sunny disposition to Faith Mullen. I, Arnold Rosentretter, do hereby will to Charles Tracy my ability to play the clarinet. I. Aleda Knudsen. will a goodly portion of my abundant supply of “It” to Anna May Vernon. I, Ruth Green, do hereby will and bequeath to Isobel Priest my blond hair and light complexion. I, Fern Dixon, do hereby will to Charles Koerner my ability to pantomine. I. Inza Phelan, do hereby will and bequeath two of my four eyes to Robert McKeown. I, Marjorie Gardner, upon leaving this Westwood High School, request that my horsemanship be willed to Riley McComas. I. Hilda Ward, do hereby will my exclusive affiliation in mechanical drawing to Loyal Jenkins. I, Vernon Newton, will to Marjorie Woolman my great knowledge on the following subjects:—bacteriology, entomology, paleontology, and seismology. I, Winston Somerville, do hereby will and bequeath to Gordon Boyd the great dramatic and singing ability with which I am gifted. Deeming this to be a fitting end, we, the Senior Class, do hereby sign, seal, and publish our last will and testament, in the year of our Lord, One Thousand Nine Hundred and Twenty Nine, in the city of Westwood, State of California. Signed: The Senior Class of ’29. Subsci’ibing Witnesses: Vernon Newton Winston Somerville Page Sixteen THE CHIPMUNK Serjior P ropt) y WESTWOOD SUGAR PINE VOLUME X Westwood, California, Friday June 7, 1939 No. 28 Mayorship of Greenville Decided in Close Contest Due to the ardent electioneering on the part of his campaign manager, Miss Marjorie Gardner, President of the S. of O. M. (Society of Old Maids), Mr. Vernon Newton won a decisive victory over his opponent, Mr. Austin Scott, for Mayor of Greenville. Since 1934 Mayor-Elect Newton formerly of West- wood has been employed as a clerk of the Traveller’s Hotel in Greenville. He will assume the duties of office on August 1, 1939. The vanquished candidate in all pro- bability, will resume his position on the faculty of the Greenville High School, where he has been employed in the capacity of head athletic coach. Well Known Explorer To Visit Westwood Before leaving for South America, Mr. Tom Clark, well known explorer, will spend a few days in Westwood with his mother and friends. Mr. Clark se- cured fame in his explorations of Cen- tral Africa. Recently his interest has been centered in unexplored sections of Brazil. On Thursday June 20, Mr. Clark plans to leave for Los Angeles from where he will proceed by plane to Rio de Janiero. Retirement of Our Renowned Postmistress Yesterday marked the closing of Miss Eva Cyr’s term of office as postmis- tress of Westwood. She has served the public in more ways than one. Along with her regular duties as postmistress she has faithfully kept tab on every promising love affair in town, and has kept us duly informed as to the progress that has been made from time to time. She will be greatly missed by many of the local cronies. Sisters Meet After six years of separation, the Misses Irene and Minnie Martin met in San Francisco yesterday and arrived in Westwood today. Shortly after their graduation from high school with the class of ’29, Irene entered the San An- selmo School for Missionaries and Min- nie entered the Mount Zion School of Nursing in San Francisco. Since 1932 Irene has been doing missionary work in the Sandwich Is- lands, where the Zulus have peacefully submitted to her iron rule. In 1930 Min- nie followed the call of her country and as a Red Cross nurse went with the troops to the Mexican Revolution. The Misses Martin plan to be in Westwood at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Martin, until J'uly 8th. THE CHIPMUNK Page Seventeen Former Westwood Athlete on Air Today The air will teem with excitement be- tween 3:00 o’clock and 5:00 o’clock this afternoon when W. O. W. will broad- cast the ice hockey game between San Francisco and Hollywood. Olympio Mazo, Radio Service An- nouncer of W. 0. W., will be at the microphone to give a word picture of the game. Hear the cheers of the crowd and get the thrills of the game from Mazo’s running account! Tune in at 3:00 p. m. Local Girl to Address Los Angeles Club Los Angeles, June 6, 1939. “The Ideal Kitchen” is the topic to be discussed by Mrs. Inza Cutler Phelan at a regular meeting of the Los Angeles Home Club on Wednesday afternoon, June 12, at 956 West Slauson Ave. Mrs. Phelan is one of America’s fore- most authorities in regard to the ideal arrangement and color scheme of the modern kitchen. The many models which have been displayed in the windows of Kum and Ceum, have been received with great approval by New York house- wives. About Town Friends will be interested to hear that Miss Ruth Green is at present en- joying the desert sun of Cairo, Egypt. Miss Green reports that the stability of the camel as a means of locomotion is unquestionable but for comfort the Packard still is favored. Miss Aleda Knudsen recently ac- cepted the position of head designer for Francines, Designer of French Gowns, San Francisco, California. Infatuated Driving Brings Fine of $25 Arrested on a charge of driving “while infatuated” Mr. Arnold Rosen- tretter appeared in traffic court at 10 o’clock this morning. Last evening at corner of Third and Delwood Mr. Rosen- tretter is alleged to have driven head on into the machine of Mrs. Clyde Vernon, formerly Miss Donalda Felion, of West- wood. Although the occupants of both machines escaped injury Judge Somer- ville stated that drastic measures must be taken to check the increase in col- lisions each spring due to reckless driv- ing. In the judges’ estimation the fact that the young man had his arm about a girl friend is a harbinger of spring. The defendant was fined $25 and re- leased. If you happen to meander through our local store the first part of the week, you will see a very comely young lady displaying her ability at flipping flap jacks for the world renowned, Aunt Je- mima’s Pancake Flour Concern. The jolly flipper is none less than our own Miss Hilda Ward of the class of ’29 to whom we extend our best wishes in her present undertaking. After a weeks vacation at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Mil- ler of this city, Miss Elba Miller has returned to the Ventura Reform School where she is employed as matron. Miss Fern Dixon has been busy in arranging for the Mid-Winter dance of Dolores Institute. This will take place Saturday evening at the Hotel Whit- comb roof garden. SENIOR HOROSCOPE NAME ALIAS FAMOUS FOR PET EXPRESSION AMBITION FATE Eva Cyr “Little Eve” Good Disposition Oh! My Gosh To own the Delwood Announcer of Station Toni Clark “Tommy” Math And How! Store To get all photos for R.R.L.Co. Making record flights Fern Dixon “Nuisance” Singing and Dancing I don’t know Annual Movie actress around the world Understudy for Mary Donalda Felion “Dede” Perfection in MiniatureOh! Gee Clyde! To grow up Garden Gym teacher Marjorie Gardner “Marj” Riding a Horse “Gid Up” Bare-back rider Girls Advisor Ruth Green Aleda Knudsen “Toots” Ability for anything Blonde Hair Oh! Uh-huh Listen Kids To be a blonde Famous Aviator Mgr. of Soda fountain Missionary to China Elba Miller “Briggs” Chewing Gum Give me the lowdown To reduce Old Maid Irene Martin “Martin” Her walk Oh! That’s Money To be like “Min” Typing teacher Minnie Martin “Min” Exercises Well you know how To have a car Superintendent of Olympio Mazo “Oly” His Pompadour it is You’re going to die! To be as tall as Westwood Hospital Ford car Salesman Vernon Newton “Sheik” For “It” Oh! I say! “Coach” Aviator “Max’s” successor Inza Cutler Phelan “Cutler” Good Advice My Gosh! To be a Millionaire Hotel Hostess Arnold Rosentretter “Carney” Curly hair I say thar To make Whoopee Dancing Teacher Austin Scott “Scotty” Has Pull Meeting will please District Attorney Traffic Cop Winston Somerville “Win” come to order Going to Robber creek You Chump! To be a prize-fighter Chief of Police De- Hilda Ward “Hilda” Mechanical Drawing 9 To be a secretary partment Married Happily Page Eighteen THE CHIPMUNK ELEVENTH GRADE THE CHIPMUNK Page Nineteen JUNIOR RECORD The Junior Class of 1928-1929 has taken active role in all school affairs. They have shown the best of spirit in rallies, at Student Body Meetings and at games. The Junior Class had more representatives on athletic teams than any other class and is well represented in the clubs and organizations, such as the Dramatics Club, Social Club and Block “W” society. The Junior Inter-class basketball teams won the Inter-class Basket- ball Championship cup and placed second in the Interclass Baseball tournament. The class of '30 gave three successful parties, the last being given in honor of the track team who represented the high school so well at the Sacramento track meet. Taxi service was pro- vided by the Junior Class the night that the Dramatics Club gave its plays. It can readily be seen that the Junior Class has been one of the most active classes of the year in school activities. Bill Watson Charles Koerner Page Twenty THE CHIPMUNK TENTH GRADE SOPHOMORE RECORD The class of ’31 of the Westwood Junior-Senior High School has entered into all the activities of the school life—'good, bad and in- different. Their parties have been among the peppiest of the year, the music good, the refreshments satisfying and as hosts, the class left nothing to be desired. The class teams fought bitterly in the inter-class games and suc- ceeded in making a good showing. Their outstanding victory was the winning of the baseball cup. Much credit must be given to the rooting section of the class for their sincere and untiring backing. “The school can’t do anything with us, but they can’t do anything without us, is our slogan. The class officers are: President ........................................ Marvin Mankins Vice-President ................................... Laurence Woods Secretary ....................................... Anna May Vernon Song Leader ....................................... Gertrude Costar By Carlie Fowler THE CHIPMUNK Page Twenty-On. NINTH GRADE FRESHMAN RECORD In all school activities success has marked the undertakings of the ninth grade class. Several of our members have made the school honor roll: Victor Myer, Franklin Ott, Lester Duer, Laverne Foster, and Harvey Perani. Our first big activity was a Freshman party. Although we were not allowed to invite another class, a good time was had by all who were present. To show our school spirit and to help win the school spirit cup, the girls made popcorn and candy and turned over to the Student Body eleven dollars and ten cents. Along with our academic and social activities, athletics have not been forgotten. Four boys, Jack Lamsen, Roy Walker, Kirk Gilbert and Frank Key, represented us on the football squad. Basil Nash and Donald Cooper represented us on the C spuad in basketball, Frank Key, Lester Wakeman and Har- ry Stout on the B squad, Virgil Hollis and Ray Walker on che A squad. Last but not least, in the line of athletics one of the six track stars who bore the colors of Westwood High School in Sacramento was a “frosh”, Virgil Hollis. Although we feel that each member of the class of ’32 has done his best, we realize that much of our success is due to the leadership of our class teacher, Mr. Archie McEwing. The following are the class officers for the year: President ............................................ Franklin Ott Vice-President .................................... Mattie Huggins Secretary ......................-...................... Mary Lauer Treasurer ................................................. Shirley Ott Franklin Ott ’32 Victor Myer ’32 Page Twenty-Two THE CHIPMUNK EIGHTH GRADE EIGHTH GRADE RECORD The eighth grade have many worthy deeds to their credit. Al- though the first part of the term was rather uneventful, athletic season opened and the class of ’33 stepped forward. Both the girls’ and boys’ teams entered the interclass basketball contest, but the real victory came with the interclass track meet, when the eighth grade captured the honors and were presented a cup. The spirit of the class has been shown in the way they attended the school games and supported the yell leaders. At one of the basket- ball games, the class of ’33 under the supervision of Mr. Drewes sold hot dogs and collected eleven dollars and seventy-five cents. This was presented to the Student Body to help buy curtains for the assembly hall. Just before the Christmas vacation the eighth grade gave a return party to the seventh grade, who enjoyed dancing, games, and refresh- ments. Although the class of ’33 have not been leaders in scholarship they have won the school banner once. Alfred Cook THE CHIPMUNK Page Twenty-Three SEVENTH GRADE SEVENTH GRADE RECORD On September seventeenth, seventy new students entered the Westwood High School. Although we were large in number we felt very small in comparison with the dignified and mighty seniors. After a few excited and confused days we learned the rules and regulations of the school, and since then we have taken an active part in school affairs. On October twelfth Miss Hart’s History Class gave a Columbus Day Program for the Student Body. On Hallowe’en the eighth grade enjoyed a party given by the seventh grade students. The seventh grade is interested in dramatics and the club plans to present a play for Open House. We are very proud of our basketball teams. They fought two games with Susanville winning both games, and when our “E” team played the eighth grade it was another victory for us. Our school spirit is shown by the large number turning out at the games, and when the school yell leader is not present we furnish two worthy substitutes, Bill Barry and Walter Sharon. Our class officers are:: President ............................................. Earl Felion Secretary .............................................. Bill Barry Yell Leader ........................Bill Barry, and Walter Sharon Song Leader ............................................ Helen Cyr By Alice Burger Page Twenty-Four THE CHIPMUNK OPPORTUNITY This I behold, or dreamed it in a dream: There spread a cloud of dust along a plain; And underneath the cloud, or in it, raged A furious battle, and men yelled, and swords Shocked upon swords and shields. A prince’s banner Wavered, then staggered backward, hemmed by foes. A craven hung along the battle’s edge, And thought, “Had I a sword of keener steel— That blue blade that the king’s son bears— but this Blunt thing—’’ He snapped and flung it from his hand And lowering crept away and left the field. Then came the king’s son, wounded, sore bestead, And weaponless, and saw the broken sword, Hilt-buried in the dry trodden sand, And ran and snatched it, and with battle-shout Lifted afresh he hewed his enemy down, And saved a great cause that herioc day! Edward Rowland Sill THE CHIPMUNK Page Twenty-Five Page Twenty-Six THE CHIPMUNK A CURIOUS ADVENTURE Prize Story for the Senior High School Tommy Collins was the five-year old son of Sergeant Collins and his wife, Molly. The Sergeant was attached to the Thirty-first infantry at a frontier military post. Shortly after reveille one piping hot August morning, Tommy Collins was playing officer of the guard; a pair of second lieutenant’s shoulder straps were sewed on his blue flannel shirt, an old cap adorned his mass of brown curls, while a wooden sword dangled from an old cartridge belt, found on the target range. He was carefully inspecting his sentries, a row of hitching-posts, when he was suddenly interrupted. “I’m sorry you’re on guard. Lieutenant.” said old Flannigan, the head packer of the pack-mule train, gravely saluting the boy. “Well, if it’s anything very particular, Mike. I’ll play I’m just marching off,” whereupon the child went through the proper cere- monies without a mistake, old Mike chuckling as he watched him. “Shoulder straps just suit that boy, and some day he’ll be wearing a pair of his own.” When the guard mount was over, Flannigan delivered his invi- tation. Tom was to ask his mother to allow him to ride out with the herd, which was to graze over on Indian Creek for the day; they would take their rods, and after dinner they would go fishing. Tom was wild with delight, but Mrs. Collins thought it was a long, hot ride for a little fellow. Mike, however, promised to take the best of care of the boy; he wouldn’t let him get a bit tired. “We’ll be resting all the way over and back. Ma’am” was the way he put it, so Molly gave in and made up an extra nice lunch for the two. Tom, with his small hands clasped in Flannigan’s, trotted beside him over to the corral. Soon the long mule train was in motion on its slow way across the prairie, Mike on Jenny, the big gray mule, the pride of every teamster, with Tommy riding in front of the saddle. Some little distance behind them trotted the horses of B troop, with two or three troopers in charge. “What a big herd guard you’ve got today, Mike,” observed Tom- my presently. Nothing ever escaped him. “Yes, son, and great nonsense it is, too.” Mike wiped his brow. Had Mrs. Collins had any idea of the extra state of affairs that morning, Master Tom would not have been perched on the pommel of Mike’s saddle. An extra guard had been ordered out because of the holding up of the stage some three days before and the reported presence of an outlaw and his gang in the vicinity of the post. Flannigan did not believe the report, for nothing would have convinced him that anyone would dare meddle with a herd that Mike Flannigan had charge of. “Why is it nonsense, Mike,” asked Tom, “and who ordered it?” “It’s K. O.’s orders, Tom”, he said answering the last question first, “and the reason why is that some of these scary settlers around here have been telling the old man tales of horse thieves and stage robbers and that stuff.” THE CHIPMUNK Page Twenty-Seven Flannigan’s tone was very scornful and Tom was at once deeply interested. “Is it Pete Newell that’s around, Mike?“ he wispered, casting a glance backward. “Yes, that’s what they claim.” Tommy felt a thrill of pleasure at the sound of the dreaded name; he knew it well; it was used as a bugbear to frighten naughty children throughout the settlement. Resting frequently, they reached Indian Creek about ten and there they spent a most delightful day. After the noon dinner Mike and Tommy went fishing, having such good luck that they only returned in time for a hasty supper. Shortly after five o’clock the herd was on its way back to the post. B troon passed the mule train on a wild run and the young troopers called back a jolly “Good night, fellows, see you all by reveille.” Flannigan and Tom on Jenny set a good smart pace, half trot, for the mule train, and they were making excellent time. “Are you tired. Tommy, lad?” Old Flannigan asked of the small figure sitting his saddle, or rather the pommel, as steady and straight as any cavalry man. “Not one bit,” he answered, “but please sing ‘Aileen Aroon’ for me, Mike, will you?” “Wait till I finish my pipe, and I will.” “May I stand up and look around, Mike?” “You may. Hold on to my shoulder tight, and if you see Pete Newell, give me warning.” Flannigan laughed at his little joke, and Tommy did too. Suddenly, Tommy said: “Hold on, Mike, there’s a whole lot of cowboys just coming over the trail. See, I think they’re waving to us to stop.” The old teamster turned quickly, gave one look and then his weatherbeaten face grew quite white, while a grim stern look settled down like iron over his countenance. “Pete Newell and those scoundrels of his! I’d know him and that ugly looking roan any day. They mean mischief, too!” “Tommy.” he said suddenly, “you’re no baby, are you? I’ve got a job for you that will show your grit. That’s Pete Newell, sure enough; he’ll run off this mule team and disgrace me forever. But if you’ve got the pluck, you can save me, and if you do the best cow pony in Wyoming shall be yours.” “I’ll do it, Mike; try me.” “Here, pop into this grain bag before they see you. Can you breathe? Now listen while I tell you; hold up the flap so that you can peep out.” Tommy’s white, terror-stricken face peered out from the saddle bag which hung from Jenny’s side. “Our men haven’t seen these scoundrels yet, and Pete doesn’t know that we’ve seen him. I’ll pretend to jump off Jenny, and as I Page Twenty-Eighth THE CHIPMUNK do I’ll hit her with my spur; that will send her flying, and she’ll head straight for camp. Now if you stick on and peep out so as to see which way we’re heading, you can get the cavalry out in time.” Hardly a second passed between Mike’s hurried whispers and the yell he gave as he sprang off Jenny’s back, hitting the mule with his spur as he did so. The sudden spur sent Jenny off on a mad run, and the other teamsters hearing the yell came riding up quickly. ‘‘Pete Newell, boys,” exclaimed Mike, with the wave of his hand in the direction of a gang of about fifty wild-looking ruffians who were approaching. ‘‘The Kid’s in Jenny’s saddle-bag gone to camp for help; we’ll bluster a bit, then surrender.” Flannigan had barely time to give this explanation when the out- laws were upon them. “Throw up your hands”, called out their leader, a tall, finely built man, but with a bad face. Flannigan and his men at once held up their hands. ‘‘Good evening to you, Pete Newell,” remarked Mike, airily. “Don’t keep us in this position any longer than you can help.” “I’ve no time nor taste for joking, Mike Flannigan,” was the surly answer. “You know me; we’ve met before.” “We have,” answered Mike. “We give up, Pete, you’re too many for us. Now, what’s your game?” “You’ll soon see,” was the outlaw’s brief reply. Newell gave some rapid orders to his followers. In five minutes the mules were being driven rapidly across the plains, while in a clump of scrub oak Flannigan and his men were gagged, blind folded, and tightly bound to the trees. There they were left, while their cap- tors hurried off after the rest of the gang. Tattoo was just sounding loud and shrill, and Mr. Brownson. officer of the guard, was inspecting the second relief on the small gravelly square in front of the guard house. Suddenly there came the noise of running hoofs, and up the line came Jenny, the big mule, while little Tommy Collins, standing up in the saddle-bag, was shriek- ing, “Stop her, stop her!” The frightened animal was caught by a dozen hands as she tore up to the guard house, and Mr. Brownson lifted Tommy from his dangerous position. Such a looking Tommy as he was! His big eyes twice the usual size, his face, white and drawn between terror and excitement, was pitiful. He began to sob out a few words which no one understood. “What is it, lad? Get your breath,” said Mr. Brownson, and in a moment Tommy had gasped out his strange tale. “Run for his mother,” Mr. Brownson took time to command. It wasn’t long before Tommy was safely clasped in his mother’s arms, and the two of them stood on the guard house porch as Lieuten- ant Brownson with K troop swept by on their way to Mike’s rescue. It was a hot chase and a long one before they caught up with the thieves. It was dawn when the camp was discovered in a deep gully off the main divide. Caught unaware, the thieves found them- THE CHIPMUNK Page Twenty-Nine selves surrounded by eighty odd cavalry, with as many shining carbines pointed straight at them. Fairly trapped, there was nothing to do but surrender. The cavalry quickly disarmed them, and, with drawn pistols, to prevent any attempt to escape, the whole lot was marched to Fort Harding. Finding Flannigan and his herd guard missing, Mr. Brownson forced Newell to tell what they had done with them, so it wasn’t long before Mike and his men were released from their painful positions. Tommy was quite ill, for a week or more after his exciting ad- venture, with a sort of low nervous fever, but when he emerged from his sick bed he found himself famous; people came from miles around to see the boy that helped capture Pete Newell. True to his word Flannigan presented him with the best cow pony that money and influence could buy. “It doesn’t pay you, Tommy Lad, for what you did, but just take her with my love.” Following the gift of the pony came a handsome little saddle and bridle from Mr. Brownson, who was delighted with his small godson’s pluck, which had enabled him to catch the worst scoundrel west of Wyom- ing and bring him to justice without the loss of a single life. Marguerite Morris ’31 Alice Miley ’30 Fay Hoyt ’30 YE OLDEN CHIVALRYE King Arthur’s round table was a wonderful sight. Lancelot sat at the king’s right and Galahad sat on the other side. The table was loaded until it looked as though it would break, and here and there was an empty space where a knight was out on an errand or was wooing a fair damsel. I was still a knave, but had the next right to show how I could kill a dragon and save a fair princess. At last my time had come. A lady was asking a boon of the King and I was to go and help her. Her sister was in a castle leagues and leagues away and it would take many days to complete my errand. During the journey we had a few mishaps such as a couple of dragons and two or three giants challenging our way, but after many days we reached a dense wood near which the castle stood. The lass told me of the enchanting properties of the dragon which had his victim locked in. He could change his form any time he wanted and to whatever he wanted, to bird, animal, mouse, or even flea. He could move from place to place with amazing rapidity. He could change to stone anyone who looked at him. I would have to keep my wits about me and keep my eyes shut or I would be just like one of the many statues of stone which stood before the castle. My lady told me just where her sister was locked so I started very slowly for the castle. The night was dark and weird with the many statues of knights who had looked up while going through the immense grounds. Page Thirty THE CHIPMUNK The dragon must have been asleep as I got clear to the castle unmolested. I was preparing to climb to a window when I heard an immense roar and I immediately hid to catch him unawares, but con- sidering this very unknightly I stepped out in front of the door and prepared to do battle. This was the strangest fight I had ever been in because I had to keep my eyes closed while slashing from place to place always driving him before me. It seemed to me he drove almost too easily up miles of stairs, until we came to the roof. Now, there was a new change in his tactics. I could no more feel the hot fire of his breath before me. Instead, I heard the rustling of giant wings and the next instant I was whisked off my feet and taken far out into the air. I opened my eyes and looked down. There I beheld vast forests, which looked like the velvet in the carpet in the castle at home. I thought of what King Arthur would do to me for failing in my mission and of the pretty lady still locked in the castle, crying for someone to take her away. . We were rising higher, always higher. Then I had a bright idea. I would wound the bird and as it lost blood it would come down. By the time we would reach earth, it would be dead. It was a very good idea, but as I touched the bird with my sword it gave a sharp cry of pain and let me go. If I had only not had such a brilliant idea I would still be safe. As it was I was falling through the air. the earth getting closer and closer and I going faster and faster. I began kicking off the heavy armor, which seemed to be dragging me down the faster. It wouldn’t come off. When I opened my eyes. I saw my room-mate with his big hands around my feet, telling me to get up as it was time to patrol the Rio Grande. Robert Gleason '30 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL PRIZE STORY “YES, FOR TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS. “My name is Byron of The Great Western Power Co.,’’ said a purchasing agent to a tall heavy set fellow standing in the door of a log cabin. “Fred Miller’s mine. What could I do for you?” came the reply. “I would like to buy your claim,” answered the purchasing agent. “Step inside and we’ll talk it over,” responded Miller. Byron followed him into a fair sized log cabin, where a fire blazed in a great stone fire place. A rifle hung on the wall and a large beer skin was spread on the floor. Two pistols hung in a cart- ridge belt around Miller’s waist. “Now. to talk business, how much will you take for this claim?” inquired the agent. Miller knew his claim could block a large power project, so he decided not to be hasty with his decision. “Ten thousand dollars,” he answered coolly. THE CHIPMUNK Page Thirty-One “You’re crazy!” retorted Byron. “We’ve bought better claims for five hundred dollars. Do you think we’ll give you ten thousand dollars for this place?” “All right, I’m not trying to sell my place,” said Miller. “This is my home and I’ll not take a cent less. Take it or leave it.” “We’ll force you to sell,” threatened Byron, “and not at ten thousand dollars, either.” “Go ahead,” said Miller, as he turned to put another log on the fire. Byron got up and started out. Miller accompanied him to the door and bade him good bye. Miller, still smiling, watched Byron dis- appear down the trail. Byron went to the company’s attorney. After explaining the situation, he asked if they could legally make Miller sell at a lower price. “Not legally,” answered the attorney, “but there are other ways.” The next morning as Miller stepped out of the door of the cabin, he was grabbed by two large men, knocked unconscious and sent sprawling to the ground. When he regained consciousness the place did not seem familiar. After looking around he found that it was a small shack with only one window which was barred inside and out. “Where am I?” shouted Miller, as he ran to the locked door. “Silence,” grunted the guard at the door. “Cut out the loud talking.” Miller tried to open the door again, but it was of no use. “What do you want with me?” he asked. “That’s my business,” grunted the guard. “I’ll bet he’s been paid to guard me,” thought Miller to himself. “How’d you like to earn some easy money?” he asked. The guard said nothing. Miller took a twenty dollar bill from his pocket. “How does this look?” he questioned. The guard again said nothing. Miller repeated his question. This time the guard came nearer. “Make it twenty-five”, he said. Miller produced another bill and told the guard to open the door. He did so. Miller handed him the bills, grabbed a pistol from the guard’s belt, at the same moment. With the butt of it, he knocked him unconscious. Miller grabbed the bills and jumped on a horse that stood near by. A few hours later Byron knocked on the door of Miller’s cabin and very much to Byron’s surprise, Miller answered the knock. “Have you changed your m-m-mind?” stammered Byron. “No, ten thousand dollars or nothing,” came the answer. Two weeks later Byron returned with another official of the company. “Are you going to sell—”. “At ten thousand dollars,” broke in Miller. Page Thirty-Two THE CHIPMUNK The men left very angry. Byron returned a week later with a signed check. “Are you going to sell at—Byron started to say. “Yes, at ten thousand dollars.” Byron made out the check when he saw it was useless to plead. “Come down to the office near the depot, and we’ll make out the bill of sale,” Byron said handing him the check. Miller packed his suit case and left for the bank. He cashed the check, bought a railroad ticket, and boarded an eastbound train just as it was pulling out. Byron, who happened to be going by the depot, saw him board the train and ran after it shouting, “You have forgotten the Bill of Sale”. “Oh, no, I didn’t,” returned Miller as he flung a card out the window. “You can see this man to fill out the bill of sale. I was just taking care of the place.” Franklin Ott ’32 LIFE Being a contributor to the Chipmunk is by no means a snap: If we bring jokes, folks think we are silly, If we don’t, they say we are too serious; If we publish original matter, we lack variety, If we copy things from other sources, we are too lazy to write; If we stay on the job, we ought to be hustling for news, If we are hustling for news, we are not attending to business. What is a fellow to do anyway? Like as not someone will say this was taken from some exchange,— And so it was. THE CHIPMUNK Page Thirty-Three ORGANIZATIONS SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Page Thirty-Four THE CHIPMUNK iceiy A Student Body is an organization that any High School with any amount of animate existence cannot do without. It stimulates the interest of the Student in his school life, creating a desire to attend and participate in the extracurricular activities of the school. The organization does not only make it possible for us to carry on competitive sports with other towns, but also permits us to sponsor entertainments for the public; thus making it possible to give each year two two hundred dollar scholarships to two outstanding graduates, besides financing trips to Susanville, Redding, Sacramento, etc. Whether such an organization shall exist depends upon the enthu- siasm and interest shown as a whole by the students of the school. Austin Scott—’29. Austin Scott .... Olympio Mazo Aleda Knudsen ... Russell Hutchinson Marjorie Woolman Gordon Boyd ...... .... President Vice-President ... Treasurer ....... Secretary .. Song Leader ... Yell Leader THE CHIPMUNK Page Thirty-Five EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE The small group of students who handles all of the business of the Westwood High School Student Body is known as the Executive Committee. At the regular weekly meetings of this committee, the president of the student body presides and the secretary acts in his official position. Members of the Executive Committee are the officers of the student body and class representatives: the seniors having three, the juniors two, and the four remaining classes one each. These represent- atives are elected for the ensuing year two weeks before the end of school. COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES On the evening of June 6, the commencement exercises for the Westwood High School will be held in the High School Assembly Hall. The main speaker of the evening will be, Dr. James H. N. Wiliams of Reno. Fern Dixon and Vernon Newton will deliver the Salutatory and Valedictory addresses, respectively. The presentation of diplomas will be made by Dr. Fred J. Davis. At the close of the program Rev. R. G. Green will speak a few words to those who are finishing their High School life this year. Page Thirty-Six THE CHIPMUNK STUDENT GOVERNMENT CLUB The Student Government Club of this year, although not as active as in 1927-1928, accomplished several major problems and were of assistance to the Executive Committee on several important problems. The first big act of the club was that of making it possible for so many of the students to attend the Westwood-Lassen game at Susanville. The second problem was that of judging the winner of the School Spirit Cup. The interest in this club seemed to wane with the beginning of the second semester but is gradually growing stronger as the school year draws to a close; therefore, we look forward to a banner year with the beginning of the fall semester. This year’s members were as follows: Allen O’Connor, President; Winston Somerville, Vice-President; Marjorie Gardner, Secretary; Mr. Cralle, Advisor; Austin Scott, Olympio Mazo, Aleda Knudsen, Vernon Newton, Marjorie Woolman, William Watson, Charles Koerner, Maxine Stutchman, Jack Rookaird, Charlie Mollart, Russell Hutchinson, Carlie Fowler, Gertrude Costar. THE CHIPMUNK Page Thirty-Seven HONOR SOCIETY The Westwood Senior High School is a member of the California Scholarship Federation. The chapter here is number 133. Its purposes are to promote higher scholarship throughout the school. Membership is obtained by earning ten honor points on the semester grades counted in the following manner: for a 1 in an academic subject three honor points, for a 2 one honor point, for a 3 none. Since the chapter was installed in 1926, the membership has increased considerably, partly because the school is larger but mostly because of the higher “scholar- ships”. The society makes all scholarship awards to classes and indi- viduals. Upon their graduation those who have met the scholarship requirements are awarded pins bearing the C. S. F. insignia. LOS ZETA CHES The Spanish club is at last organized and running smoothly. Ihe purpose of this organization is to bring the Spanish language more into ihe social lives of the students. The membership is limited to students in the ninth, tenth, eleventh and twelfth grades. All members must be in a Spanish class at present or have taken two years of Spanish. Membership may be granted to students who already have a speaking knowledge of Spanish. Under the guidance of Miss Gaspar the following organized the club and are its charter members: Russell Hutchinson, president; Anna May Vernon, vice-president; Mitchell Huggins, secretary; Ross Clark, treasurer; John Archibald, sergeant-at-arms; Mattye Huggins, Nina Helmich, Fay Hoyt, Earlys McNevin, Catherine O’Connor, Duane Newton, Riley McComas. Later the following applications for member- ship were accepted: Faith Mullen, Donalda Felion, Alyce Miley, Ruth Kinser, Marjorie Gardner, Marjorie Woolman, Eva Lindley, Robert Gleason, Corrine Bell, Virgil Hollis, Bill Watson, Gordon Boyd. Los Zeta Ches plan to hold social and business meetings for the practice of conversational Spanish, Spanish songs, games and customs, to give Spanish assembly programs and in other ways take an active part in the life of the school. Fage Thirty-Eight THE CHIPMUNK GLEE CLUBS Back Row: Duane Newton, Olympio Mazo, Austin Scott, Arnold Rosentretter, Myron Ford, Jack Dollarhide, Bert Pierson, Russell Hutchinson, Gordon Boyd, Nina Helmich. Center Row: Ruth Kinser, Faith Mullen, Vera Mote, Marguerite Morris, Grace Rosecrans, Gertrude Costar, Aleda Knudsen, Marjorie Gardner, Corrine Bell, Alice Rosecrans, Lucille Bergstrom, Margaret McLaws. Front Row: Fern Dixon, Blanch Wahl, Miss Carmichael, Maxine Gilbert, Leona Williams, Anna May Vernon, Betty Gilbert, Josephine Hunter. GLEE CLUB In addition to the regular choral classes, the Westwood High School has a Girls’ and a Boys’ Glee Club. The purpose of these clubs is to develop the appreciation of the student for better music, and to give those with ability a chance to develop their talent. The glee clubs have represented the school on such occasions as Forum meetings, as- semblies for special occasions, and graduation. In November the com- bined glee clubs presented a Sunday program at the Peoples’ Church. Also, most of the leads of the operetta “The Bells of Beaujolais” were played by members of the glee clubs. THE CHIPMUNK Page Thirty-Nine BAND Left to right: Myrven Middleton, second trumpet; Walter Sharon, first trumpet; Clifton Prusia, alto saxophone; Leslie Prusia, B flat clarinet; Alfred Cook, drums; Miss Carmichael, director; Robert Glea- son, trombone; Robert Allen, first trumpet; Earl Felion, tenor saxo- phone; Ralph Bergstrom, C saxaphone; Herbert Taylor, second trumpet. BAND Although the band this year consists of only ten members, it has a well balanced instrumentation and is a marked improvement over that of last year. Under the direction of Miss Carmichael, the band has appeared many times during the year; it has always been willing to help out in rallies, assemblies, and social programs. One member of the band, Robert Gleason, should have special mention for the many times that he has played solos for parties, assemblies, and programs sponsored by the school. Page Forty THE CHIPMUNK TIIE BELLS OF BEAUJOLAIS The Operetta On Friday the twenty sixth of April, a yachting party which con- sisted of a group of gay, wealthy Americans, landed at Beaufleur, a picturesque little village situated on the imaginary island of Beaujo- lais near the coast of Normandy. It was cherry-blossom time and everywhere there were beautiful flowers—violets, asphodel, cherry bloom. Although the Americans were greatly interested in a spring festival that was in progress, the young men of the party found the village maidens, dressed in dainty Norman caps and costumes, very charming. “Aunt Sarah’’ Jessup, a widow of uncertain age, was greatly shocked when her brother and host of the yachting party, John Bender, became enamored with Countess Marie, who was engaged to the Duke of Beaujolais. However, Aunt Sarah did not resist the Duke’s attentions to her. Love seemed to be in the air, even Harkins, the dignified English butler, became infatuated with Fantine, the Countess’ maid. Thus, the trials of the American girls as they schemed to punish their fickle “boy friends” were enjoyed by those who attended the Westwood High School Operetta, “The Bells of Beaujolais”, on the twenty-sixth of April at the Westwood theatre. CAST AUGUSTUS—Duke of Beaujolais ............ Marvin Mankins COUNTESS MARIE—A rich Spinster, betrothed to the Duke —Aleda Knudsen JOHN BENDER-—A wealthy American; Widower .... Riley McComas AUNT SARAH JESSUP—Bender’s Sister; Widow ... Fay Hoyt PHILLIS—Bender’s Daughter ............. Donalda Felion BELLE—Her Friend ...................... Gertrude Costar LARRY—Young American guest of Bender .... Jack Dollarhide TONY—Young American guest of Bender ...... Gordon Boyd HARKINS—Bender’s English Valet ...... Russell Hutchinson FANTINE—Maid to the Countess ............ Nina Helmich YVONNE—A Flower Girl ................ Anna May Vernon SUSE1 l’E—A candy Girl .................. Corrine Bell PIERRE—A Juggler ......................... Austin Scott CHICOT—A Wrestler ..................... Laurence W’oods CHORUS Flower Girls:— Lucille Bergstrom, Fern Dixon, Ruth Bush, Mary Lauer, Catherine O’Connor, Alyce Miley. Candy Girls:— Vera Mote, Lucile Parker, Faith Mullen. Ruth Kinser, Mattie Huggins, Earlys McNevin. Boys:— ' Earl Fitch, Myron Ford, Ross Clark, Duane Newton, Winston Somerville, Lester Duer, Alden Welder, Harvey Perani, Willis Goodridge, Victor Myer, Franklin Ott, Jack Lamson. Dance, Venus:— Alice Burger, Bessie McCall, Theresa Newton, Glenna Cashdollar, Iris Oler, Alice Long, Pauline Keith, Ilda Johnson. ORCHESTRA Piano—Miss Hart, 1st Violin—Oliver Torgerson, 1st Trumpet— Ellsworth Scammon, 2nd Trumpet—Robert Allen, Saxaphone—Clifton Prusia, Trombone—Robert Gleason, Clarinet—Arnold Rosentretter. THE CHIPMUNK Page Forty-One DRAMATICS CLUB President ........................................... Vernon Newton Secretary ............................................ Jack Dollarhide Director ....................................... Mrs. Winona Jayne In the fall of 1928 those students interested in plays and play production were organized into a Dramatics Club under the direction of Mrs. Winona Jayne. Membership to the club is based on interest and willingness to learn rather than “try outs.’’ This years Dramatics Club have had the advantage of the high school assembly hall for the practice and presentation of its plays. The domestic science classes have displayed skill in the artistic and colorful arrangement of costumes, while the manual art and the music departments have added their bit to make the plays produced a success. WHY THE CHIMES RANG On Christmas eve at the town auditorium the first play of the year was presented. Much of the impressiveness of this one act drama was due to the pantomine. Page Forty-Two THE CHIPMUNK CAST Uncle Bertal ................... Helga........................... Steen .......................... Pantomine: King............................ Courtier ....................... The Haughty Lady ............... The Haughty Gentleman .......... The Scholar .................... The Flower Girl ................ The Angel ...................... .... Allen O’Connor .......Vera Mote ... Walter Sharon .... Jack Dollarhide .... Vernon Newton .... Nina Helmich .... Walfred Dick Russell Hutchinson ... Maxine Gilbert .... Gertrude Costar THE MEDICINE SHOW The first of a series of three one act plays presented at the High School Assembly Hall on Friday March 1, 1929 was “The Medicine Show.’’ A “quack” doctor, inspired by the success of a traveling medi- cine show, attempted while fishing to interest his two lazy companions in this money making scheme. His arguments were of little avail. CAST Dr. Steven Van Deckster ......................... Walfred Dick Giz.............................................. Riley McComas Luter ........................................... Jack Dollarhide THE TRYSTING PLACE by Booth Tarkington The weakness of human nature in regard to admitting “the ac- tivities of the heart” forms the theme of the clever one act play “The Trysting Place,” the setting of which is a fashionable hotel. Mrs. Briggs ..... Jessie Briggs ... Lancelot Briggs . Rupert Smith .... Mr. Ingoldsby .... Mrs. Curtis ..... Mysterious Voice CAST ........ Elba Miller .... Gertrude Costar ...... Gordon Boyd Ellsworth Scammon ... Vernon Newton Marjorie Woolman ... Allen O’Connor THE CHIPMUNK Page Forty-Three THE FLATTERING WORD by Booth Tarkington This play presents an amusing scene, in which Mr. Rigley, a minister who is very opposed to the stage, and Mrs. Zukor, an ardent member of the church, are converted by the flattering words of the actor, Eugene Tesh. CAST Eugene Tesh........................................ Allen O’Connor Mr. Rigley ................................... Russell Hutchinson Mrs. Rigley ....................................... Maxine Gilbert Mrs. Zukor .................................................. Nina Helmich Lena Zukor ........................................... Ruth Kinser As a conclusion to the work of the Dramatics club for the year 1928-1929, the junior-high members plan to present for the assembly program on the sixteenth of May, the one act drama “The Six Who Pass While the Lentil’s Boil’’ by Stuart Walker. CAST Prologue ......................... Device Bearer..................... You .............................. Boy .............................. The Queen ........................ The Butterfly .................... The Mime ......................... The Milkmaid...................... The Blindman ..................... The Ballad Singer ................ The Headsman ..................... ...... Lois Dirden . Margaret Carlson ... Orrel Rosecrans Glenna Cashdollar .... Bessie McCall ..... Alice Burger ....... Alice Long .. Theresa Newton ..... Harold Gill ... Margaret Scott ... Walter Sharon Page Forty-Four THE CHIPMUNK ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS The purpose of the monthly assembly program is to develop the talent that any entertainers might have. The programs this year have been suited to the occasion for the most part; for instance, on October twelfth, the seventh grade gave a Columbus Day program and on De- cember the twenty-second the Juniors presented a one-act play entitled “Dust of the Road.” The play was well received and more was called for, so the ninth grade took up the torch and presented, “Benjamin Franklin,” another short one-act play, on Friday March 15. The Oral English class acted an excerpt from “Les Miserables” “The Bishop’s Candlesticks”. The students have more than once been entertained by various individuals and instrumentalists. PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEEK On April 25, a program in observance of Public Schools Week was presented in the high school assembly hall. Mr. Gunzendorfer from Reno was the speaker of the evening, and Austin Scott gave a short talk. The dancers and chorus of the operetta sang “Venus”. Observance of the same week next year is looked forward to with much anticipation. OPEN HOUSE Inasmuch as there were regular classes held, Open House this year was a little different from that of last year. Aside from the student-ushers everyone was in class for four of our regular periods, the first, second, fourth and fifth. Exhibits in the Home economics, Science, Mechanical Drawing and Shop rooms were seen by our visitors. The purpose of regular class room work in the place of exhibits throughout the school was to show the parents and friends of the students the type of work presented in the various departments. CONSTITUTIONAL COMMITTEE When the old High School building went up in flames in 1927, it took with it all the copies of the constitution of the Student Body. This year a committee was appointed to draft a new constitution suited to the needs of the Junior-Senior High School Student Body. It has been completed but as yet has not been presented for adoption. Olympio Mazo was chairman of the committee, with Mr. Drewes as advisor. Representatives of all classes were members. THE CHIPMUNK Page Forty-Five SOCIAL ACTIVITIES The Seniors, as befitted their station, began the social activities of the year with a dance on September 28. Bashful Freshmen, assured Sophomores, ambitious Juniors, were all on hand at the appointed hour. The weather was warm and the music peppy, but the Seniors had plenty of snappy punch to quench our thirst, so altogether it was a grand and glorious evening. The Juniors were next to invite us all to an evening of dancing. On the evening of October 19 we gathered eagerly, glad of the break in the routine. We danced till we thought the supper call must surely come, only to be told that funds were only sufficient for the music. Bolstering up each other’s courage, we staggered to the cafeteria. Oh, Juniors when you give a party, Remember we are eaters hearty, If you don’t plan to feed us there Please warn us so we may prepare. The Junior High also had socials. To celebrate Thanksgiving prop- erly thev had a party. They all joined into the spirit of the day and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. After much dancing and as much pumpkin pie as possible, they retired to their homes. For a week before Hallowe’en we were continually coming onto groups of teachers in unexnected corners whispering together. A strange air of mystery overhung the school. We wondered whether somethin? pleasant was coming or a wholesale distribution of pink cards. At last the secret was out. The faculty were to entertain us on November 2: for one night we would all meet on equal footing for a general good time. And they did themselves proud. Everybody for- got who were pupils and who were teachers and made “whoopee”. The wily Sophomores, anxious for more patronge. offered a door prize at their party on November 16th. All enjoyed dancing throughout the evening and were refreshed by the punch which the Sophomores generously offered. The Seniors fell back on a never failing source of entertainment for their next party—a Hard Time Dance. Weary Willies and Lovey Marys, farmer boys and lumber jacks vied for the prize for the most appropriate costume. Everybody entered into the spirit of the affair and breaking up time came all to soon. Marjorie Gardner and Allen O’Con- nor were the fortunate ones being dressed in costumes of barley sacks. On the afternoon of December 21, the seventh and eighth grades gathered in the assembly hall for a very enjoyable time. The afternoon was spent in dancing and playing games. Everyone seemed quite satis- fied with the cookies and chocolate that was served. Page Forty-Six THE CHIPMUNK In January an air of mystery and secrecy hung over the Sopho- more gatherings. Finally one morning we were held up at every turn by one of them urging us to come to their party January 18th. They promised a prize in addition to dancing and a “feed”. As there was a basketball game earlier in the evening the visiting team also came. The music was fine, and tired but happy, we were ready at supper- time to enjoy a generous supply of hot dogs, buns, and soda pop, which our hosts had provided. The Sophs strutted somewhat afterward, but with reason. On March 8, the Seniors entertained the school with a dance. The music was excellent and thoroughly appreciated, although somewhat expensive. The time passed merrily with every one joining in the fun until about ten-thirty when the Seniors traditional “friendly-enemies”, the Juniors, could be seen gathering in groups. On the platform was displayed the Seniors’ banner. Quietly the Junior boys began drifting toward that end of the hall. Suddenly by a prearranged signal the lights were “doused”, the stage entrances blocked and the Juniors had the banner. But the best laid plans of men oft go wrong; the two who took the banner were separated! Then as it was one alone against a desperate multitude, the Seniors recovered the banner. As if loathe to leave the good times at the Hi the Seniors plan one more party for May 10. Senior Sneak Day furnishes plenty of conservation and after an evening of peppy dancing and fun we will not like to think how soon they must leave old Westwood Hi. As the year draws to a close the matter of greatest interest among the upper classmen is the Junior-Senior Prom. New gowns, novel decorations and the latest dance steps lead as subjects of conversa- tions. With our peppy Juniors and Seniors as sponsors it is bound to be a successful and long remembered evening. THE CHIPMUNK Page Forty-Seven SOCIAL CLUB The Senior High Social Club is a new organization in operation this year. Its purpose is to expand the social side of school life so that it will balance in proportion to its importance with the academic side. The club’s real big event this year was the reception it gave to parents and friends after Open House. Dancing was the entertainment provided from nine-thirty until eleven-thirty, with a few instrumental and vocal numbers to add variety. The officers are as follows: Loyal Jenkins ................................................ President 'Mrs. Lawrence ................................................. Advisor The purpose of the Block “W” Society is to organize those boys who have earned letters in football so that they may work together for the furtherance of the principles of true sportsmanship and real school spirit. At present this society totals seventeen active members, having admitted six neophytes at the last initiation, which was held on Friday, the twenty second of December, 1928. THE BLOCK “W” SOCIETY Austin Scott .... Olympio Mazo Allen O’Connor ... President Vice-President .... Secretary Members of the Society: Robert Gleason Loyal Jenkins Charles Koerner Marvin Mankins Olympio Mazo Donald Miller Charley Mollart Allen O’Connor Jack Rookaird, mgr. Austin Scott Neophytes, 1928 Tom Clark Jack Dollarhide Carl Jacobsen Sidney Knudsen Arnold Rosentretter Roy Walker Page Forty-Eight THE CHIPMUNK SENIOR SNEAK DAY On several mornings recently the Juniors have been seen around three or four o’clock looking for escaping Seniors, who eventually have been located at home asleep and not even dreaming of the Sneak. But the anxious watch of the Juniors has put the idea into the heads of those in the graduating class. However, even at this date, as the annual goes to press, the Juniors know more about where and when the Seniors are going than even the Seniors do. ATHLETICS THE CHIPMUNK Page Forty-Nine Page Fifty THE CHIPMUNK 1930 OUTLOOK ON SPORTS As this book is a record of this year’s events, it behooves us to look ahead into the future rather than the past and attempt to set forth the results of such observations. For the past two years we have been building our foundation for success. Our first year was not as good as we would have it; nor was our second, although quite an advancement over the first. However, we have succeeded in building a strong school spirit along with the development of team play and individual perfection of the funda- mentals of our various sports. With these three vital elements, nothing can stop us. Our football prospects for next season are very bright indeed. With practically our entire team back with a year’s experience added, Westwood should prove a real block to her opponents. A large number of new men will provide competition for first team places; something we have lacked in the past. With our entire basketball team again in suits, together with many promising prospects from the B and C teams, we expect to do next year what we barely missed doing this season; namely to turn in victories against Lassen, Modoc and Cedarville. Spring sports in Westwood are rather doubtful because of change- able weather conditions. Even in this the future holds promise, for next year school will run later; thus, giving us more time to train for outside competition. Without seeming over optimistic I look forward to 1929-1930 as our big year. A. F. Lawrence, Coach. TRACK This year has been the biggest Track year in the history of the new school and next year looks even more promising as the boys out for track now know what it is all about. The track team made the trip to the Sacramento 20-30 Club’s annual Relay Carnival on April 6th. Although they never placed in the finals the boys came back with real knowledge of how a track meet is handled. Knowing just what events to enter, the boys will probably be able to place if the trip is made next year. The members of the team of 1929 were: Bob Gleason Loyal Jenkins Virgil Hollis Charlie Mollart Carl Jacobsen Tom Clark THE CHIPMUNK Page Fifty-One FOOTBALL TEAM Top Row: Jack Rookaird, Manager; Jack Lamson, Fred Hull, Kirk Gilbert, Donald Miller, Roy Walker, Olympio Mazo, Carl Jacobsen. Second Row: Jack Dollarhide, Sidney Knudsen, Laurence Woods, Robert Gleason, Arnold Rosentretter, Loyal Jenkins, Marvin Mankins, Charles Koerner, Charlie Mollart, and Tom Clark. The season this last fall was made up of a series of six games TV 1® ..I1 which was with the Alumni, the Redheads went down to deteat with the nothing part of a six to nothing score. The game with the Redding boys was played a week later and the Redding team went home with a victory af twenty-four to nothing. Next came the trip to Alturas. 1 he team showed great spirit but failed to score in a hard tought game on an extra dry field. When Susanville came to West- wood they evidently thought that the local team was a set-up As the game increased in speed and drive and Westwood had made one touchdown, they began to realize that they were in a football game I he score was seven to twenty-six in favor of the Susanville team' The Reno Rowdies played wonderful football but something was not strong enough to withstand the steady drive of Westwood; the Red- heads took a victory of thirty-two to six. At the next and last nearly two hundred rooters went to Susanville to witness the hardest fought game of the season; the score was seven to eighteen in favor of Susanville. September 28 Westwood vs Alumni 0-6 October 6 Westwood vs Redding 0-24 October 13 Westwood vs Alturas 0-38 October 22 Westwood vs Susanville 0-26 November 3 Westwood vs Reno Rowdies 32-6 November 10 Westwood vs Susanville 7-18 Page Fifty-Two THE CHIPMUNK BASKETBALL TEAM First Row: Coach Lawrence, Laurence Woods, Arnold Rosen- tretter, Vernon Newton, Allen O’Connor, Jack Rookaird, Second Row: Roy Walker, Donald Miller, Charlie Mollart, Ralph Mapes, Virgil Hollis, Jack Dollarhide. The basketball season this year was the biggest and snappiest that the Westwood supporters have ever witnessed on the local courts. The first game was played in the very early part of December and the last in the latter part of February. The Cedarville and Bieber games were played on the same evening and every one was surprised at the great amount of speed and pep that was displayed. Unlike many schools, the captain of the Basketball team for the year is not elected until the end of the season, while various team members act as captain throughout the season, one for each game. Allen O'Connor was elected year captain at the close of the season. Dec. 7, 1928 Westwood vs Cedarville 10-12 Dec. 7, 1928 Westwood vs Bieber 6-10 Dec. 28, 1928 Westwood vs Paul Bunyan 15-2 Dec. 28, 1928 Westwood vs Poly’s 18-19 Dec. 28, 1928 Westwood vs Reno Rowdies 30-17 Jan. 19, 1929 Westwood vs Alturas 10-16 Jan. 25, 1929 Westwood vs Owls 17-25 Feb. 1, 1929 Westwood vs Susanville 12-18 Feb. 8, 1929 Westwood vs Susanville 9-10 Feb. 23, 1929 Westwood vs Reno Rowdies 28-20 Feb. 25, 1929 Westwood vs Paul Reveres 18-10 BASKETBALL B AND C THE CHIPMUNK Page Fifty-Three First Row: Coach Lawrence, John Archibald, Frank Key, Edgar Woods, Bert Pierson, Fred Hull, Harry Stout, Lester Wakeman. The B, C, D and E had the biggest season ever. The B team played two games with Susanville winning one and losing one. The C boys played marvelous basketball all season putting the lighter boys teams in the head line class. The D and E teams or what is commonly called Grammar School teams showed the Susanville boys how basketball is really played. INTERCLASS BASKETBALL Second Row: Wilbur Taylor, Donald Cooper, Myrven Middleton, Manuel Pipkin, Carl Jacobsen, Albert Utz, Arthur Campos, Basil Nash, Duane Newton. There were two inter-class basket ball series this year, one being played on Hallowe’en evening and the other in December. The class of ’30 tied with the class of ’33 for the Hallowe’en cup and the class of ’30 won the regular inter-class cup. Page Fifty-Four THE CHIPMUNK TRACK RECORDS EVENT CLASS MARK or TIME MAKER YEAR 50 Yards B 6.2 Bob Fiora 1928 H. Stout 1929 D 6.3 J. Lorda 1928 C 6.1 J. Lorda 1929 100 Yards A 11.4 Clarence Jacobsen 1928 B 11.3 Edgar Woods 1929 C 12.00 J. Lorda 1929 D 13.00 J. Lorda 1928 220 Yards A 25.4 C. Mollart 1929 440 Yards A 57.5 R. Gleason 1929 Shot 12 lbs. A 36ft. lOin. L. Ricketts 1928 Shot 8 lbs. A 39ft. 7in. A. Rosentretter 1929 B 35ft. 9in. G. Gun 1929 C 34ft 6in. E. Clester 1929 D 26ft. 6in. A. Hernandez 1929 High Jump A 4ft. lOin. L. Jenkins 1928-1929 B 4ft. 9in. F. Key 1929 C 4ft. 5in. M. Middleton 1929 D 4ft. 2in. A. Barnett 1928 Broad Jump A 17ft. 8in. T. Clark 1929 B 16ft. l%in. F. Key 1929 C 14ft. 2in. B. Nash 1929 D 14ft. 9in. Carl Jacobsen 1928 Javelin A 137ft. C. Mollart 1929 B 110ft. 6in. J. Dollarhide 1928 C 75ft. lin. G. Boyd 1928 Discuss A 87ft. 3in. A. O’Connor 1929 B 70ft. 4in. J. Shaw 1928 Pole A 9ft. 9in. C. Mollart 1928 B 8ft. Oin. D. Calvo 1928 J. Dollarhide D 8ft. 5in. J. Lorda 1929 D 7ft. 6in. A. Campos 1928 Baseball Throw C 250ft. 8in. E. Clester 1929 D 203ft. 8in. A. Hernandez 1929 Events marked held only 1929 and Those marked held only 1928. BASEBALL The baseball season is just starting. However, it promises to be a good one as there are about fifteen fellows out and some of them seem to have the stuff that makes baseball players. THE CHIPMUNK Page Fifty-Five GIRL’S TEAM The girls showed a lot of enthusiasm and pep this year. About half of the team was composed of last year’s players whose spirit seemed to inspire the new members. The girls showed remarkable speed by winning from the Susanville team, they played a clean game and lought very hard. As a result of their pep and spirit the girls lost only one game during the season. All of the games were interesting and played fairly. December 19 Westwood vs January 18 Westwood vs January 25 Westwood vs February 1 Westwood vs Paul Bunyan 8-6 Town Team 31-14 Susanville 25-18 Susanville 15-29 Page Fifty-Six THE CHIPMUNK Fee “ i, Oi Sfe 1. J 3 u s 5 noiV. 5o n.c 5«. j fA . A f ; « f o s t nf V ., Vipirfida. dl to ' 1 kilV� bo-d or kii 'BrAiiys 13r ««. oi 7A« foofti. 'fkc C k o.r«. o S(i e C « 7 rf OA.l5-(j 7 n arnii Jor cr rkfct ? £A ■ .( ( S k r si'dt(t 1 • fK.?Wr $f 1fv Arr W OClA fro . . THE CHIPMUNK Page Fifty-Seven Note to Mr. Cralle—You will kindly excuse Charles; he fell in the mud to- day. By doing same you will oblige his mother. Mr. McEwing: What is the most com- mon conductor of electricity? Loyal: Why-er-er. Mr. McEwing: Correct. And now what is the unit of measurement of electricity? Loyal: The what, sir? Mr. McEwing: Right you are. Vernon (showing his diploma to his his dad) : “Here is your receipt, dad.” V. M.: I heard Earl got kicked off the football squad? F. O.: Yes, he was told to tackle the dummy and he tackled the coach. Miss Wilson: “Fay, define space.” Fay: “I can’t think of a definition, but I have it in my head.” Mr. Browne: “Where are you going with the shovel?” Don Miller: “Going to bury my past.” Mr. Browne: “Man you need a steam shovel.” Miss Hart: “What is your opinion of A. Lincoln?” Albert U.: “It’s a good car, but I like a Packard better”. Mrs. Jayne: Where do you have most difficulty in making your speech? Charles K.: In my knees. Miller: You certainly eat well. Mollart: I ought to, I’ve practiced all my life. I eat my peas with honey I’ve done it all my life It makes the peas taste funny But it keeps ’em on my knife. “You’re too conceited about your beauty.” “Why, not at all, I don’t think I’m half as good looking as I am.” Miss Ramelli: “What! Do you mean to tell me you can’t work that problem. Where are your brains?” Junior: (absent mindedly) “I left them in my Locker.” Senior: “What would you advise me to read after my graduation?” Miss Mitchell: “The ‘HelD Wanted’ column.” Guide: “Quick! There’s a full grown leopard. Shoot him on the spot.” Lord Dumbliegh: “Which spot? I say, my man, be specific.” LINGUISTIC MIRACLE Mrs. Norrscan Riche: “He’s getting on so well at school; he learns French and Algebra. Now, Johnny, say ‘How d’ye do’ to the lady in Algebra.” SUBTLE, THIS Stewart: “How did Earl happen to lose his mind?” Joe: “He tried to beat his train of thought to a crossing.” PRIDE OF THE PIKE A fool there was and he hitched his star (Even as you and I) To a second-hand bus all mud and tar— We called it a joke that had gone too far, But the Fool, he called it his motor car. (Even as you and I) “My boy, think of the future.” “I can’t; it’s my girl’s birthday and I must think of the present.” INTERFERRING STATIC “Bobby, please stop that noise. I’m trying to gargle.” QUITE RIGHT Bob G.: “I know what makes your Ford go.” Bill W.: “What?” Bob G.: “A Miracle.” Fay: And what time did you get in last night?” Bill: “At a quarter of twelve.” Fay: “Nonsense. I heard heard the clock strike three.” Bill: “Well, three is a quarter of twelve.” Father: “Son, what does this sixty on your chemistry experiment mean?” Son: “I don’t now, sir; maybe it’s the temperature of the room.” “Speaking of famous athletes,” said the horse-fly, “I’m always on the team.” CONTINUOUS PERFORMANCE “Sam, are you ever fired with enthu- siasm and ambition?” “Yes, from every job I tackles.” Page Fifty-Eight THE CHIPMUNK ©T j f. 7id 0 J. a t o 4 A • . dfs r t Ifu 0 M W KO «JwA S 1o S«c Ui 1 1� ►'Kick i“I '• t tr U%r Whiik is i do 0 � ' 1-ribtf M' ire tV, PtfKetr '‘MIA , or) « $ ytlfK) h f r tk W (C A «j C ! _ • W- fk Mi. W !vn He Jrs gnHL J|h L r «W VJ4od( 0 i kw« be r- i a 1 h THE CHIPMUNK Page Fifty-Nine Mr. Drewes: “Where’s that paper you were going to hand in this morn- ing?” Charley M.: “Did I promise to hand in a paper today?” Mr. Drewes: “You certainly did.” Charley M.: “Gosh! I’ve been lying again!” HELP Mr. McEwing: (In chemistry class) “If this chemical explodes I’ll be blown through the roof. Now, come closer, so you can follow me.” Mr. Cralle: “How do you know he was a perfect stranger?” Miss Taylor: “I saw him set his watch by the school clock.” PEDESTRIANS SALUTE! Miss Hart: “Now, Bob, name Ameri- ca’s greatest general.” Bob: “General Motors.” PLEASE FORWARD Miss Hart: “Do you know Lincoln’s Gettysburg address?” Frank G.: “No, I didn’t know he lived there.” TIME FOR ADJ'ECTIVES Most men call a shovel a shovel until they happen to let it drop on their toes. CORRECT “Some adjectives,” said Miss Mitchell, “are made from nouns, such as danger- ous, meaning full of danger, and haz- ardous, full of hazard. Can any boy give me another example?” “Yes ma’am,” replied Earl Miley. “Pious, full of pie.” “So you’re a man with both feet on the ground, eh? What do you do for a living?” “I take orders from a man with both feet on the desk.” Miss Parker: “La Verne, name some heavenlv bodies.” La Verne: “Certainly, Clara Bow, Billy Dove and Douglas Fairbanks.” Marjorie W'oolman: “Why is it that all good looking men never have any money?” Bill Watson: “What makes you think I’m broke?” Rusty: “This horse I bought was guaranteed to run the mile in two minutes and it takes him three.” Carlie: “Why don’t you start a min- ute sooner?” Miss Ramelli: “Does a boy get killed often in football?” Coach: “No only once”. “Isobel Priest: “Look, the trees are leaving!” Carlie F.: “How do you know?” Isobel Priest: “Can’t you see their trunks?” Miss Mitchell: “That is no way to talk. Listen: I am not going there; you are not going there; he is not going there; we are not going there; they are not going there. Do you understand the idea?” Cooper: “Yessum. Thar ain’t nobudy gwine thar!” Charles K.: (To tire salesman) “I want to buy a tire!” Salesman: “A balloon tire?” Chayles K.: “No, an automobile tire.” Young Man: “Have you any mail for me?” Postman: “What is your name?” Young Man: “You’ll find it on the envelope.” OR CLIMB TREES! Horse face: “How are a baby and an elephant alike?” Haymaker: “I’ll bite. How?” Horseface: “Neither of ’em can ride a bicycle, idiot!” Boy: (handing some candy to girl) “Sweets to the sweet.” Girl: “Thank you, won’t you have some of these nuts?” James: Mother sent me to get a chicken. Butcher: “Do you want a pullet?” James: No, I want to carry it. “Do you like codfish balls, Mr. Cralle?” “I don’t know, I never attended any.” Mistress: “Did the fisherman who came here have frog’s legs?” Nora: “Sure mum, I dunnow. He wore pants.” CONUNDRUMS Q. What is a' barbarian? A. A woman hair-cutter. Q. What is the shape of the world? A. My father says it’s in bad shape. Q. Name three kinds of bones. A. Human bones, animal bones, and trombones. Q. What is an island? A. It’s a place you can’t live with- out a boat. Q. What is a fraction? A. A fraction is a broken bone. Q. What do we call the meal we eat in the morning? A. Oatmeal. Q. Name two kinds of crawling animals. A. Snakes and babies. Q. Name three seas. A. Baltic sea, Caribbean sea, and the deep blue sea. THRIFTY TAMMAS “And they call America the land of free speech,” said the disgusted Scotchman when the telephone operator told him to put a nickel in the box. Page Sixty THE CHIPMUNK i;i)ua. AIM OF THE STAFF The aim of each Annual Staff is to produce a year book that faithfully represents the life of the school for that year, keeping a record of the happenings of the year for each of the school’s students. APPRECIATION The Annual Staff wishes to express its appreciation for the material so helpfully turned in to us by various members of the school, and for the work others have done in getting the book to press. We also wish to thank our advisor for the untiring effort she displayed in helping us to produce this year’s “Chipmunk”. THE CHIPMUNK EXCHANGES Page Sixty-One The purpose of an Exchange Department is “to give and take friendly suggestions with the aim of improving high school year Hooks. We feel that “The Chipmunk” has profited greatly by suggestions from other staffs. Therefore, we sincerely hope that our remarks in regard to your annual will be of interest and a help to you in planning your next year book. “Crag Echoes”, 1928, Dunsmuir Joint Union High School, Dunsmuir. Your annual is very well planned. Why not strengthen your liter- ary section by adding a few stories? “The Noiz”, 1927, Mount Zion School of Nursing, San Francisco. Your art department is exceptional. “The Pine”, 1927, Plumas County High School, Quincy. You have an excellent art department. Your arrangement of snaps is good. “The Skull, 1927, Calaveras Union High School, San Andreas. Your literary department is nicely handled and very complete. Your sketches are exceedingly clever! “The Chipmunk leels that more pictures would add greatly to the athletic section of your annual. “The Caduceus”, 1927, Chico High School, Chico. We have all praise for your book! To the Exchanges: We have enjoyed you all and are looking forward to seeing you again next year. The Chipmunk, Westwood, California. Page Sixty-Two THE CHIPMUNK AUTOGRAPHS 3U6AR PINE PRESS OF eRED RIVER LUMBERC WE5TWOOO-CALIP. -t •MCI 'V y: •:■ .- � v:r