Brown County KS Archives History - Schools .....History Of The Senior Class 1916 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/ks/ksfiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Joy Fisher http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00001.html#0000031 June 27, 2013, 10:16 pm CLASS HISTORY OF THE SENIORS It was in September 1912 that we first entered High School. Our class color was green and like all Freshmen our minds were empty. We were so busy getting accustomed to the workings of High School that we did not organize that year. But with all our grind and after burning much midnight oil we were able to sail smoothly along the sea of learning. The only billows encountered were the upper classmen; however, they were easily stormed and we went on undisturbed. The first social function held by our class was when we entertained the Sophomores at the home of Prof. Buffon. Our second and last attempt in the social whirl was a party at the home of Gladys and Vera Rife. As Sophomores we met and organized. Alice Wilson was our class President and Earl Bartley, our Secretary. Owing to our labors not being lightened we indulged in no social events this year. Sever 1 of our class were prominent members of the literary societies. We were also well represented in Basket Ball and the Orchestra. When we were Juniors, Ethel Render was our class President, Lucile Tuggle, Vice-President, and Alice Wilson, Secretary and Treasurer. The first social event this year was a Hallowe’en party at the home of Ione and Arvel Zimmerman. This was not strictly a Junior "DO" for we invited the Seniors and Sophomores. A lively time was had by everybody and at the close of the evening we all joined in a Grand Parade and marched to our respective homes. On the evening of November 17 we stole away to the old stone quarry west of town with pleasant anticipations of a good old fashioned marshmrllow roast and chicken fry. But alas "murder will out" rind so did our plans for the evening. So accordingly soon after our arrival a crowd or Senior and Sophomore boys tried to disturb us. They succeeded only in misplacing a part of the harness. After a glorious feed we walked home in fine spirits. Profs. Buffon and Patton were the chaperones. December 14th Mr. Patton proposed taking our class coasting to "Nigger Hill." Some of the members accepted but for various reasons all could not go. Pearl was not able to attend school the next day but spent the time nursing frozen feet. Our next social event was a party at the school house when the Junior girls entertained the Junior boys and a few invited guests. Progressive frames were played, after which dainty refreshments were served. The latter were the results of the girls’ Domestic Science ability and were a credit to their talent. The Grand Finale came April 23rd when the first Junior-Senior reception was held at the M. E. Church. The Juniors did not spare either time or energy to make the occasion one long to be remembered by all present. The church parlors were tastefully decorated in the Senior colors, Purple and Gold, pennants adorned the walls, bowls of gold fish were scattered about, potted plants were in evidence everywhere. After an interesting program and a few social games the Juniors led the way to the dining room. Here the Junior colors prevailed, Green and White. The place flowers were white carnations, the Senior class flower, and boquets of white roses, the Junior class flower, made effective centerpieces for the table. The place cards were hand decorated, the design being a Senior in a cap and gown. The guests besides the Seniors were the faculty and Mrs. Buffon, the members of the Board of Education and their wives and Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Holcomb. Then came our last year. We were really Seniors. We had reached at last our goal. How proud we felt to be looked up to and revered by fellow students. Nathan Coleman was our class President, Lucile Tuggle, Vice-President, Gladys Hinkle, Secretory and Treasurer, and Earl Bartley, Sargeant at Arms. Because of our importance in school life this year we were a little slow about entering society. On November 19th we met at the home of Vera and Gladys Rife and from there went on a hayrack to a secluded spot west of town for a weiner roast. The faculty accompanied us. When we arrived the President mounted a stump and made a very interesting speech. At the height of our enjoyment of the spread and when the pleasant aroma of boiling coffee greeted our nostrils, "Coley" by a simple and clever trick turned the receptacle containing the said coffee over. Well we drank the cup of good cheer and need I say forgave the unfortunate one. No further accidents happening we wended our way homeward. The next social function was January 27 when Miss Stewart and Miss Ashley entertained our class to progressive ROOK. Everyone had a splendid good time. Sumptuous refreshments were served and we all voted our hostesses charming entertainers. On February 2 we, with the Sophomores and Juniors went coasting. It was just a little chilly but we had a wonderful time. An important part of the party was the huge box of eats that we took along with us. On March 18, Gladys and Vera Rife and Ione Zimmerman entertained the "Winning Five" Basket Ball boys and their girl friends at the lovely Zimmerman home. Progressive Rook was played and each one had a good time. At an early hour the guests departed in order that they might enjoy long hours of much needed repose. Then on March 24, the teachers and girls of the High School gave a banquet at the city hall for the entire Basket Ball squad. The boys’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ebright, and the members of the Board of Education with their wives were invited. The hall was tastefully decorated in blue and white, our High School colors. A very interesting program was arranged for and carried out. Not a small part of the evening’s entertainment was the music furnished by Mr. Buffon and the High School victrola. On May 12, the Juniors held a reception in the city hall for us. This year the Senior class figured prominently in all High School activities. Two debates were indulged in by we Seniors only. Then on April 26, five of our best orators met the Junior-Sophomore debating team and discussed the great question of "preparedness." For two hours the battle raged and strange to say the "unprepared" conquered. We were well represented in the High School orchestra and some of the best Basket Ball players were Seniors. And now came commencement. We were leaving our dear old P. H. S. and— "We felt both glad and sad that day And scarce could hide the rising tear We were glad for changes on life’s way Yet sad to part with schoolmates dear." Yet— "The Year’s at the spring for us" "The day’s at the morn." Why not— "Jog on, jog on the footpath way And merrily bent the stile-a A merry heart goes all the day Your sad tires in a mile-a?" -E. H. R. '16 Additional Comments: Extracted from the 1916 Talisman Powhatan High School Yearbook File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ks/brown/history/schools/historyo107gms.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/ksfiles/ File size: 7.4 Kb