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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1926
Page
8
A reflection notes the diploma as a testmonial of education and the grit to earn it. It stresses that success comes from the student's determination, with parental and teacher support, and recalls Williams leading the first team with Dinick as sub while aiming for future interclass wins.
The Sidney Sunday school league releases a Wednesday night schedule at the high school gym with cross church matchups. Catholic teams may use the academy gym if agreed. Eligibility requires regular Sunday school attendance and not playing for the high school team.
Local hears say Lester Clark married a mystery partner and Oma Chick wed George Ivers on a secret August affair. Congratulations sweep across town as the town notes these nuptials.
The piece traces athletic activity across classes 27 through junior year. It notes Ellie Williams and Percy Dimick among early participants, improving Sophomore sports with multiple lettermen, Sophomores dominating intraclass track and high scorers Williams and Mitchell, and Juniors earning two letters with Williams as fullback and Mitchell as lineman, while the Juniors win the class tournament after a standout game and two overtime periods.
A school pledge from Sidney High School outlines student duties for conduct on grounds, halls, and in classrooms. It covers politeness to outsiders, littering, defacing property, smoking near buildings, orderly behavior, removing hats in halls, opening doors, respecting others, attire, and respectful speech during classes and assemblies. Signed by all Sidney students.
The piece outlines girls basketball practices every Tuesday and Thursday after school with a color tournament not planned. Participants must complete at least ten practices to qualify for tournament entry. Two class tournaments will follow, with the winning team treated to a meal by all players. Each match equates to three practices, and thirty practices earn one fourth PE credit. Listed are players and their practice counts up to January 12, led by Lillie Elston.
The letter men at Sidney high school discuss forming an "8" club and decide on the size and color of the official high school letter. A meeting is set for Friday the 15th in room 1 after the Sidney Kimball game, with all past and present letter men urged to attend to adopt a constitution.
The program lists credit allocations: English six, math four or six plus six in language, science four through physics or botany, European history two, 22 required credits, 10 electives making 32 total. Ninth grade requires English two algebra two Latin two general science two and girls physical education. Tenth grade requires Geometry two Latin four or Spanish two European history and girls physical education with electives in English four sewing botany. Eleventh grade requires Physics two algebra three or Spanish four with electives in Typing two social science debate physiology. Twelfth grade electives include American history English shorthand typing four and professional training.
Ex captain Clark’s marriage arouses chatter among seniors. A class meeting notified rings arrival. Miss Schlichting’s absence grieves shorthand and bookkeeping students. Seniors anticipate tomorrow’s game and a pep rally featured by several senior boys. Harold Ream from Hot Springs SD will join Sidney High as a junior this semester aiming for athletics next year.
The junior class at Sidney High began in 1923 with 47 students. Officers included Randall, Cultra, Dimick, Livoni, and Mortotte, with reporters Flo and McDaniel. Sophomores continued strong in athletics and declamation, led by Williams and Gerard, while the junior class prepared for basketball tournaments, ending in a tied game against seniors.
Juniors defeated Seniors by two points in a real basketball contest. The underclassmen carried the day, causing embarrassment to the Seniors as the Junior year proceeds with strong results and optimism for continued success.
Miss Schuchting spent part of her vacation in Omaha and the rest at her Cedar Bluffs home. Mr. Davis served as a railroad conductor for a period. Mrs. Rogers vacationed in Sidney. Miss Labort lingered in Sidney for the whole break. Miss Clifton split her vacation between Yuna Colorado and the countryside. Mr. Weymouth stayed at his Chadron home and joked about corn sheaving. Mr. Storkan spent a week in Denver and another in Sidney. Mr. Horn visited his Glasco Kansas home.
The Lodge Pole team defeated Sidney 20 to 16 in the season opener at Sidney in January 1926. Early rough passing and shooting marked the first half with Lodge Pole leading 12 to 11 at the break. A strong third period swung the game, and veteran play from Lodge Pole helped secure the close victory as Sidney fought to the end.
The junior class presents a sprightly mystery comedy set at the Rip Van Winkle Inn Catskills where Ted the rightful heir battles Ira Stone for control of a furniture factory. Mollie Macklin and Skeet Kelly aid in the intrigue as Bertha Flo Diana Garwood and others bring lively performances.
Henrietta Darby a Honolulu widow stars in a stage production with Doris Maley as a rival. Ted the groom is played by Percy Dimick and Ferne Riggs portrays the bride. Walter Johnson plays the senator, Elsie’s father, with further notices promised.
The Monday chapel featured singing with low energy noted. Rev Raub’s Wednesday talk urged resolutions, leading most students to commit to a meaningful goal. Thursday’s spelling lesson preceded a class popularity vote listing seniors and juniors with nicknames and roles.
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