Whiting High School - Reflector Yearbook (Whiting, IN)

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a hr rutur iSrflrrtnr school teacher. Emil Ulm, as Cyril Lord, fitted into the young artist’s shoes very snugly. Cyril became radiant when his father realized the great wrong he had done his son and wished to turn over a new leaf. Richard Melvin was at his best as the debonaire Tom Hamilton. He displayed excellent work in this character, that of a wronged suitor and a partially disillusioned, but ultimately triumphant, lover. Handsome and proud, he was very inch Tom Hamilton. Edwin Ingraham who played the part of Dr. Lord, was splendid as the hardhearted, unsympathetic father of an ambitious son. But toward the conclusion of the play, he turned out to be a very softhearted, sympathetic understanding old gent, the change being due to the charm of the lovely widow. Sam Berry, the village grocer and fiddler, was played by Laudis Wilk. Sam and his fiddle contributed much to the gaiety of the play. JUNIOR CLASS PLAY The Junior Class presented their annual class play “The Youngest’, on April 16, 1926 in the Junior High School Auditorium. When the curtain rises, the Winslow family is seated in the living room. The topics of conversation is the expected visit of Nancy Blake, the heroine of tne play. As they are talking. “Youngest” appears, a young man of 22, who aspires to authorship but is continualy brow beaten by his family. The plot centers aroung the assertion of his rights, and the breaking away from the tyranny his brothers and sisters, who regard him as a mere child. This condition leads to many family “rows”, which are the source of much amusement and a merriment to the audience. Clarence Du Fon as “Mark Winslow,” the other brother, seemed to live his part so realistically that we felt, when he was tormenting Richard as if he were right at home and not on the stage. Esther Sheetz, as “Martha Winslow,” was the bundle of pep and fun called “Muff.” Nothing cou'd be hidden from this little “Miss Wisdom,” who was always ready with a tart remark to suit the occasion. 1

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£ pttuir Hrflrrtnr MOTHER CAREY’S CHICKENS The Senior Class Play was given in the Junior High School Auditorium on December 4, 1925. Not the least among those who helped to make this play a great success was the cast. Harry Walker, as Ossian Popham, was a typical, friendly neighbor in a small New England village. Harry displayed unusual ability in characterizing this unique character. Ossian Popham will never be forgotten by any one who saw “Mother Carey’s Chickens”. The part of Gilbert Carey, a likely young lad and family negotiator for the Yellow House, was played by John Wilson. He was a dashing and lovable star, and a “boss delivery boy”. Janeace Davidson, as Nancy Carey, was the shining star who took the place of the path-finder in her mother’s heart, and brought light into the Carey household. Ruth Hannon, as Mother Carey, was the sweetest Mother that ever could have been. The part, as Ruth played it, showed just how understanding a mother can be. Elizabeth Brown was a perfect Kathleen, the shy little star, whose quietness toned down the excitable moments of the play. The cast was assisted by Milton Kaplan who is only seven years old and in the second grade. He took the part of Peter Carev so well that most people thought he was a Senior. Tne sternness of Cousin Ann Chadwick, played by Evelyn O’Neil, made a great hit with the public. Evelyn graciously substituted for Kathryn Cart, who was ill. Gertrude Stenhouse, in the part of Julia Carey, was a snobbish self-centered girl of eighteen. Gertrude’s portrayal of this part was very outstanding and true to life. Mrs. Popham, wife of the optimist, Mr. Popham, was manager of that family. Lillian Schwimmer gave a fine interpretation of the curious, pessimistic and gossipy Mrs. Popham, and caused a great deal of merriment. Lallie Joy,the dowdyish daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Popham,was played by Estelle Silvian and she proved to be a joyous and enjoyable sort of person, indeed. Charles Stross, as Ralph Thurston, courageously accented Nancy’s preference in regard to hand, in a truly admirable manner. We liked this country

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a hr £ rttinr IRrflrrtnr Lois Zimmerman as Augusta Winslow Martin, the charming but sophisticated society leader showed that she possessed true talent on the stage. Joseph Redding as Alan Martin, the family lawyer and Augusta’s husband, played his part with a dignity and poise that was to be commended highly. John Toth displayed much skill in acting the part of Richard Winslow the “Youngest”. Dorothy Du Pon, as Nancy Blake, added vivaciousness, charm and personality to her role. Kathryne Campbell portrayed the gentleness and sweetness of the mother “Mrs. Winslow,” to perfection. Delbert Evans as “Oliver Winslow,” the oldest brother lorded over poor Richard through the entire play in a manner worthy of mention. Julia Buckley, the little maid added a touch of “Old Ireland” to the play. The Juniors showed that they possessed more than the ordinary amount of talent, and we shouldn’t be at all surprised to see some of their names in the lights of Broadway. UKELELE CLUB On Friday, February 12, the UkeleleClub was organized and the following officers were elected: Janeace Davidson, president; and Esther Sneet.z, secretary-treasurer. A committee consistingor Esther Sheetz and Josephine Manchak wasappointed by Mr. Wilson, the advisor, to draw up a constitution for the club. This is the first Ukelele Club organized in Whiting High and we hope in the years to come, the students of Whiting High will help to keep up the good work that was so successfully begun.