The Syracuse Journal, Volume 20, Number 40, Syracuse, Kosciusko County, 2 February 1928 — Page 1

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SYRACUSE HIGH SCHOOL NOTES Items of Interest Concerning Our High School Written for The Syracuse Journal. Review of the Victory Monday morning a happy group of people met in assembly to celebrate the victory at Leesburg. The yells, most aly that could be remembered, were given with as loud a volume, as the hoarse throats would permit. The old “Gold and Blue” yell caused the building to ring and the ’rahs on team were given with a will. The captain of the team, presented the beautiful cup to the school. It will be placed in the cabinet in our Hall of Fame. Bachman told that the team would play as good at the rest of the tournaments as at the county. (Let’s hope he’s right!) Ray, our famous long-shot, told how proud he was that the cup eould be brought . home and Ralph Leacock, a sub, said he did not regret that he was not called on to play because the team was not in need of him. Armond Klingaman said they had proved to the school that the seven years’ jinx was broken, by their winning and he gave Mr. Slabaugh a “dirty” digHn bringing up the subject of his fear of Milford and the short time they were in the big game. The three reasons, according to Ketring, why he was glad Syracuse won was, to win such a cup; second, not to disappoint the public; and third, because of Mr. Druckamiller. Snavely and Shock, both subs, were satisfied with the results. The teachers gave a rather short review of the actions of each player. Mr. Slabaugh said that Bachman was a good forward, center and the best guard in the county. Armond. as he thought, worked hard for his baskets and cautioned him to be on the look-out for Milford in District Tourney. Ray’s actions were rather peculiar for he made three baskets from middle of the floor when they were most needed, but rather stayed back in the other two games. Ketring and Snavely both played a good hard game. Henry’s only job was to stand back and coverup the mistakes that Bachman and Armond made, to catch the ball and throw it back to them and say, “Here, try it again, boys.” Mr. Druckamiller praised the whole team and said Syracuse had most the men off for fouls and the first pdints were always made by bur team. To his belief Henry, the back-guard, should have had the sportsmanship cup. His goal, and there the teams, is a trip to Indianapolis. Our yelling-squad, as Mr. Beck tells, was one of the best, for when our team was behind, the yells were louder and had more spirit, whereas the other squads yelled only when their team had made a point. He complimented Mr. Druckamiller on his marvelous playing in the game between the coaches. The “classiest” thing Mr. Gants saw was the dropping of long shots by Ray and the funniest, to see Mr. Beck chasing the ball in the preliminary game. The best playing was by Mr. Druckamiller in the same game and he said he was not worried when Snavely, the brother of that famous back-guard, Stonewall Snavely, was in the games. j Both Miss Hamman and Miss Stuckaman expressed the thought that the tournament was the best they had ever seen and they got the most for their money, since the teams were so evenly matched. The meeting closed with the

singing’ of the High School song and everyone was asked' to settle dowh to work until the next jubilee day (the district.) Mr. Druckamiller', on his return home, gave away a secret of Armond Klingaman’s. It seems Armond stayed at the home of a very beautiful girl and was filled with praises about her the day of the Tournament. So enraptured was he by her face that he failed to notice her hands. Imagine his disappointment when his 'attention was called by the glitter of a diamond on the third finger of her left hand. Friday morning a lively meeting was held in the assembly to give the team a good send-off. The Yell Leaders conducted some inspiring yells and to encourage the hopes, speeches were given by the faculty. Frederick

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Clayton and Prentice Kindig, members of the Public Speaking Class, enthused us by saying that the team would return with the cup. Mr. Slabaugh was rather wrong, when he tojd us that the only one he was wary of was Milford. Miss Hamman gave this acrostic-like puzzle showing how the. word Syracuse could be used in terms of our team, . Strength—Eugene Snavely. Yankee —RaY Godshalk. Resolution —Emoßy Ketring. Accuracy—Armond KlingAman. Courage—Ralph Lea Cock. Understanding—Emery DrUcka miller. Speed—Harold Shock. Endurance —ChariEs Bachman. Honor —ScHool. Sportmanship—Henry GodShalk. And it proved true in the County, let's see if it does in the District Tourney. As rather a damper on the spirit of all was the knowledge that many things had been stolen by members of the school. Pencils have been disappearing from the desks and also three basketballs, later recovered, had been stolen. Upon investigating it was learned that some things, such as candy, stockings, ties, handkerchiefs and gloves had been taken by the school children from the different stores. Anyone doing this was to be reported to the Superintendent and he is to punish the person as he sees fit. A debate is to be given on the subject “Has America invented as many useful inventions as all the other nations combined,” in the Sophomore English Class, which is taught by Miss Stuckman. The girls are on the negative and the boys for the affirmative. The six people chosen by the class as their representatives are: Mary Jane Hire, Velma Fleming, Mary Jean Bachman against Ralph Leacock. Ned Harley and James Connolly.

The Eighth Grade Art Class lias been making some artistic wall-hangings. The different designs, first drawn on paper, were transfered on pieces of muslin and brightly tinted. Sewing this on a dark piece of material, a border was formed around the picture. Pretty colored beads were then sewn on the edges and the designs of picturesque scenes, gay birds and fruit studies, were ready to brighten the walls of the homes. The typewriting students were given a speed test as their examination. ’ These tests are published monthly by the Underwood Company. The fastest typists were Natheta Sloan and Prentice Kindig, each averaging 125 strokes pe? minute. Forty minutes were given for the test, but to some of us thrfse minutes were exciting ones. Have you noticed the new flag that is flying in front of the school? Due to the damages done by the wind and rain, it was necessary to get a new one. Each week a different troop of Boy Scouts take care of the flag. New swings have also been hung on the old frame in the schoolyard for the children. The Sophomore Class are planning to attend “The Harvester” at Goshen. This movie scenario was the last thing written by Gene Stratton Porter. Most of the out-of-door scenes were taken at her home camp of the Limberlost, which is near Rome City. One hundred season tickets for the Tourney were sold by the team and the teachers. The demand was much greater than the supply and some, who were persuaded that they could buy tickets at the door, were out of luck.

A Valentine party is to be given by Helen Leacock for the members of the Senior Class. Since it is leap year, the girls have drawn names and are escorting the boys to the party. Good luck to you, boys! The Senior English Class are studying the classical drama “Hamlet ” by the English author, William Shakespeare. They have just completed the study of th.lives and works of American poets. The girls of High School have united in forming two fast bas-bet-ball teams. Practice is held every Thursday evening from 4 o’clock ta 6 o’clock and much skill has in shooting baskets. The Juniors have selected “The Mummy and the. Mumps” as

ROUND TABLE CLUB Not all of the newly elected officers of The Ladies of The Round Table were at the meeting at The Kettle Thursday night. But all members present quite approved of Mrs. Bowersox as their president, the ensuing year, and knew she would have loyal helpers with Mrs. Court Slabaugh as vice-presidenti Mrs. C. R. Hollett, secretary and Mrs. W. F. Kindig as treasurer. The interesting responses to Roll Call with favorite musician and a little something about him, was followed by Mrs. Bert Ward’s paper on “The American Hqme” (and that woman in it). The discussions made one feel the high ideals our women were endeavoring to attain that our nation would really be the true Christian nation it is supposed to be. Mrs. Leacock and daughter Helen gave the four hand Overture from the opera “Norma” as the last number on the program. The Mesdames Kindig, Riddle, Bowersox, Geyer and Royer decided to represent the club at the meeting on Conservation held by the County Federation inn Milford on Monday night. ~ ’ o WON BAG OF GOLD The band boys are happy, all on account of the band being the lucky winner of the SSO bag of gold, which was put up through the generosity of the members of the Red Arrow Club and which was sold at silent auction last Saturday. The result shows without doubt that our band is popular and appreciated, and much Red Arrow money was donated with the hope that it would win first prize. Following were the bids: $8,223.40 by the Syracuse Band, SSO bag of gold. $5,017.65 by the United Brethren Church, $25 bag of gold. $2,2122.00 by the Evangelical Ladies Aid, $lO bag of gold. $1,659.45 by the M. E. Ladies Aid, $5 bag of gold. The next Red Arrow Auction will be held on Saturday, February 25. Watch next week’s paper for a list of articles.

THANK YOU f We. the band boys, of Syracuse, Ind., greatly want to thank all those who participated in any way, big or little, in helping us win the $50.00 bag of gold. Words cannot express our many thanks and we now feel that you do appreciate our Band, which will work harder, than ever to keep together and pep up the town as before. THE BAND BOYS. o—• f LAST (GAME Basketball fans should remember that Mentone H. S. will play Syracuse H. S., at Syracuse on Friday, February 3. This will be the last game at home. Mentone has one of the better teams of the county and two very good games are assured* Friday, February 10, our team will play North Webster- at North Webster,

BIRTHS 4 „■, - A daughter was born on Thursday, January 26, to Mr. and Mrs. Merwood Ketring of this city. their class play. It will be given on February 24 at the Community Building. Don’t forget to buy your ticket next week, from the members of the class. The tests for the fifth month are over, but the general z-atmos-phere destroyed nearly all of our knowledge and, consequently, the Honor-Roll will be rather small for this month. Mrs, Harry Grieger, formerly Evalyn Gordy, has resumed her studies as a Senior in the school. She has been residing at Los Angeles, Calif., since last fall and she attended school there. Don’t fail to see the game between. Syracuse, the County Champs, and Mentone, to be played at the Gymnasium Friday evening. Reverend Royer gave an interesting talk Wednesday morning on the prophet Habakkuk, called the “doubting Thomas of the Old Testament” Kenneth Handschy, formerly attending school at Fort Wayne, has entered the Eighth Grade. James Bryan, a student at Fort Wayne, visited the Sixth grade Tuesday.

SYRACUSE. INDIANA. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2. 1928.

Syracuse Won County Title

“We have met the enemy and he is ours.” Syracuse came through, the tournament with flying colors. The Syracuse high school basketball team won the title of County Champions, by defeating Etna Green in the final game of the Kosciusko County Basketball Tournament, Saturday evening at Leesburg, by a score of 20 to 16. The final games-was a real oattle from start th finish and the outcome was in doubt until the very end of the game. After six minutes of play, marked by unusually close guarding of both teams, Etna Green scored first with a field goal.. Syracuse then took time out. After resumption of play, Syracuse scored from the field and tied the score 2 all. Syracuse scored with two more field goals snd Etna Green called time out. In the last few minutes of play in the first half, Syracuse scored twice with field goals and with a free throw q.nd Etna Green scored two more field goals. Syracuse led 11 to 6 at the end of the half. Etna Green scored first with a free throw soon after the second half opened and a minute later Syracuse counted with a field goal and a free throw. Etna Green caged two more field goals and with only four more minutes to play left, Syracuse led 16 to 12, Both teams scored twice with field goals and when the game ended, Syracuse was on the long end of the 20 to 16 score. The lineup for the two teams was as follows: Syracuse—forwards Klingaman and Ketring; center, Bachman; guards. R. Godshalk, Snavely and H. Godshalk. ’ Etna Green—forwards Yazel and Kintzel; center, Casner; guards, Snider and Shively. I The scores of the tourney are as follows: Syracuse 31; Pierceton 18. Mentone 34; Leesburg 26. Claypool 2&r Etna Green 17; MftfOrd 16. Atw°°d 19; Sidney 18. » North Webster 18; Beaver Dam 12. Syracuse 20; Silver Lake 12. Claypool 24; Mentone 21. Etna Green 33;. Atwood 20. Semi-Finals Syracuse 21; Nbrth Webster 15. Etna Green 24; Claypool 21. Finals Syracuse 20; Etna Green 16. The dopesters were in number as to the winner of the tournament but their “dope bucket” was upset beyond repair. Milford was figured as the possible winner of the cup, but had to bow to the short end of a close game with Etna Green. Pierceton was another strongteam, but was eliminated in the first game with Syracuse. A total of 1,357 season tickets were sold and 130 single admission tickets. The Leesburg gym was crowded at every session. The attendance was around 1,700. The sportsmanship cup, donated by the principals, was given to the Claypool team.

The medaL given to the player of the most value to his team and showing the best mental attitude, was awarded to Elmer Bilz, of North Webster. By winning the 1928 title (the third) Syracuse ranks first 'in the number of Championships won in the county. Following is a list of the county tourney winners since 1918; 1918 — Etna Green. 1919 — Etna Green, 1929—Atwood. 1921 — Syracuse. 1922 — Syracuse. 1923 — North Webster. 1924 — Leesburg. 1925 — Milford. 1926 — Atwood. 1927— Milford. 1928 — Syracuse. t o - kegg-bltt Walter M. Kegg of Ligonier and Mrs. Lucy Butt of this city were married at 12:30 o’clock on Wednesday, February 1, at the home of the bride. Rev. J. H. Royer, pastor of the Methodist Church, performed the ceremony in the presence of her children, Lois, James, and Otis Clyde, and her sister, Mrs. Esten Clayton. o Beatrice Fairfax’s “The Lovelorn” at Crystal, Ligonier, Sunday and Monday, February 5 and 6.

Syracuse Library Notes Small Patron: “I want the book Wiggley and Jiggley Stories.” After thinking rapidly for several seconds the Librarian was forced to admit that she know no bock by that title. On close questioning the girl made the following statement, “Well, I know that it begins with Ro ami Re.” “Oh, you mean ‘Roggie and Reggie stories.’ ” “Yes, that’s it.” (Nearly as bad as the person who asked for strawberry, shortcake when he wanted strawberry jam. George Arden and Avon Joe Bushong, Norma Mitchell, Martha Rose Mishler, Lucille Osborn, Marjorie Slabaugh, Baja and Ruth Rowdabaugh, Olive Disher, Lucy and Laura Bachman, Helen Garrison, Christine Kline, Mary Ellen' Pletcher, -Natalie ana Betty Wolf, Robert Smith. Betty and Helen Gordy. Wilma and Carl Young, Juanita Geiger, Meredith Mench, Martha and Edna Leacock, Martha and Kathryn Fisher, and Katherine and Martha Jane Kern, are the twen-ty-nine who attended story hour Saturday. Life is too short to waste In critic peep or cynic bark. Quarrel or reprimand; ’T will soon be dark; Up, mind thine own aim, and God speed the mark!” —Emerson. “To bring a boy and his book together is to make a match in heaven; and to cause him with all his earthly goods that book to endow is to leave him living intellectually happy ever after.” Miss Elizabeth McClintic assisted with the work at the Library Saturday as Miss Sloane desired to attend .the tournament. Monday 100 books were circulated. This seems to be the limit 100 and no more.

UNUSUAL MYSTERY SHOW The management of the Syracuse Community Building is striving to give the best to be had. in amusements and has booked an attraction for one night, Monday, February 6, that promises to be entirely new and up-to-date. Prince Armah, the man of mystery and his company of wonder workers will present a weird, baffling and mysterious demonstration of the art of magic, illusions, pschychology and comedy that runs gamut of the seemingly impossible. Prince Armah just returned from ’a trip abroad, does not claim the. supernatural attainments, but, entertains with his weird feats as it is studied and done by the seers, sages and yogils of India and the Orient. Flattering comment from all cities he has played, brings this attraction,, new to Syracuse audiences with a positive bonafide guarantee. Augmenting the company will be found Harry Ferris in his ventriloquial novelty entitled Radioquiloism, wave lengths of convulsive hilarity, aided by this superb company of five entertainers presenting one show at 8:15. o INDEPENDENT TOURNEY The Independent basketball tourney will be held in the Syracuse Community Building on Friday and Saturday. February 10 and 11. There will be twelve teams to compete. This is believed to be the best Independent tourney ever held, as the teams are evenly matched. Season tickets will be sold by all members of the team. Further announcements will be made in next week’s Journal. — o-— DAN CUPID IN THE LEAD Dan Cupid maintains his average in- the matrimonial race in Kosciusko county so far this year, with 10 marriage licenses issued against six divorces granted since January 1. —. o BAKE SAKE The Evangelical Aid will hold a Bake Sale at the Plumbing Shop, Saturday, February 4. Bring containers for chicken and noodles. 39-2 t

THREE KILLED BY TRAIN John Cole, 56, manager of a farmers’ elevator at Warsaw, and his daughter , Edith, who had been secretly married Jan- [ uary 7 to Roy Remy, were instantly killed late Friday night when their auto was struck by a Big Four train on* the Arthur street crossing at Warsaw. Remy was so badly injured that he died eight hours later. He and Cole’s daughter had not announced their marriage, and it was not revealed until after the tragedy. The bodies of Cole and Mrs. Remy were carried more than a block on the pilot of the engine, along with the auto. The machine was jammed between the | locomotive and a freight car 1 standing on a side-track, when , the train was brought to a stop, i The sedan was so badly wreck-: ■ed that those who viewed it i were unable to tell what make I it was. Remy was employed in a furniture factory at Warsaw. His wife worekd as bookkeeper for her father. Mrs. Cole died a number of years ago. The three were driving home from a moving picture show with Remy at the wheel. He failed to hear a warning bell at the crossing. The bodies of Cole and Mrs. Remy were badly mangled. Remy had a fractured skull, broken arm and hip, and .internal injuries. , THE DIVORCE MILL In circuit court Marion Ko pkle, was granted a divorce from Laura Konkle on charge of cruel and inhuman treatment.; The father was given the custody of a minor child. Georgia M. Oplinger was granted a divorce from Charles Oplinger and was given the custody of minor children. Orval Snobarger, Syracuse, was granted a divorce from Helen Snobarger. The defendant was granted the restoration of her maiden name of Helen Mj Jeffrie. The couple were married November 16, 1926 and separated April 27, 1927. Owen R. Strieby, of Syracuse, filed action in Kosciusko circuit court for divorce form has wife, Lavon L. Strieby. They were married January 27, 1923, and separated January 25, 1928.

OFFICERS INSTALLED Kosciusko Lodge, No. 230, K. of P., met in regular session at Castle Hall last Thursday evening. Bowld. Grand Lodge Deputy, Installed the following officers: C. C.—S. Rowdabaugh. V. C. —Roy Sargent. Prelate—Delos Weaver. K. of R. & S. —Ernest Buchholz M. of F.—Hallie Holloway. M. of Ex.—F. Klink. M. at A.—Ralph Godshalk. I. G.i—Roy Vail. O. G. —Vern Srpith. , The annual banquet will be held on Wednesday evening, February 29. o PRE-INVENTORY SALE The second annual pre-inven-tory sale at the Star Clothing Co., starts Saturday, February 4, and closes Saturday, February 11. This will be one week of real bargain giving. With plenty of winter yet on hand our readers will do well to attend this sale. Read the ad on another page of this paper. o 0. E. S. On Wednesday evening, February 8, the Eastern Star Chapter will hold its regular meeting. The social period of the evening will be spent in enjoying a valentine party. A pot luck supper will be served at 6:30 o’clock. All members are urged to attend this meeting. BASKETBALL The Syracuse Independents defeated the Bremen Independents last Thursday evening by a score to 54 to 29. Ralph Culler was the winner in the barrel boxing contest. , —o NOTICE 'Dog owners are requested to keep their dogs at home. All stray dogs will be shot. By Order of the Town Board. o , l SOUP SUPPER The Pythian Sisters will serve a soup supper in the K. P. hall on Tuesday evening. February 7, from sto 7. Oyster soup, vegetable soup, chili soup, cold slaw, pickles, pie, bread, butter and coffee, 25c. 40-lt.

THINGS TO THINK ABOUT i Review of Things by the Editor As He Sees Them on the Surface. Your Son’s Ideal Who was the best man you ever knew? This question is asked of the fathers of boys in Syracuse for their earnest consideration. If that question were put to your boy, wouldn’t it be mighty pleasing to hear him say—“My Dad?” How many fathers understand their boys, talk with them about their associates and friendships, encourage themttb fight fair, to strike hard and always shake hands after every fight? How many fathers teach their boys to keep clean inside and out and become their best pals by setting an example for them to follow? The highest ambition in life of some parents seems to be to strive to leave their children a goodly portion of this world’s goods, while others who leave no goods leave a finer inheritance—something money cannot buy. In a New Jersey city 628 schoolboys were asked “who would you like to be?” More than half replied “Lindbergh,” Henry Ford, President Coolidge, Edison and one or two others received all the other votes except two. Those two votes were cast for “Dad.” The boy is a good judge of right and wrong and always recognizes the square deal. Living in the close intimacy of the home the son realizes that dad has his faults. He shuts W eyes to- the most of them and is loyal. But when asked who he would most like to be his ideal is some other man besides Dad. A Slight Mistake Girl: “Could you fix me a dose of castor oil so the oil won’t taste?” Druggist: “Certainly, Won’t you have a glass of soda while waiting?” Girl: “ Oh, thank you.” (And drinks the soda.) Druggist: “Anything else, for you miss?” * " ■ Girl: “No Just the oil.” Druggist: “But you just drank it.” Girl: “Oh, dear. I wanted it for my mother.”

Criticism has a tongue, but no • hands or feet. The world is chuck fu'l of back seat drivers who couldn’t even pilot a car on deserted boulevard. Parents should always say “Good night”, to their children—that is, of course, if they can manage to wait up so late. Overheard at Bushong’s barber shop: “Be careful not to cut my hair too short, people will’think I’m my wife.” A practical politician is a man who shakes your hand before election and your acquaintance afterward. The eagle is said to fly fastest when going away from its nest. A nice emblem for our money. Much discomfort is caused by buying shoes to fit the occasion instead of shoes to fit the feet. Syracuse will prosper in proportion to the horse-power and horse-sense of its citizens. . Adam was the first and. only man to fall for “the only girl in the world.” Bones says that the continued cold weather indicates that cherries aren’t ripe yet. When a stranger promises to let you in on something it is time to get out. Why should we borrow trouble when the interest rate is so high. The best way to find your~ missing kinsfolk is to get rich. The next big event will be the Independent Tourney. Did we win the tournament? We say we did! Today is Groundhog day. This Week’s Puzzle Puller Question: Why are Scotchmen, as a rule, so fond of basketball? XoCua asnvooa uaMSuy

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