Crichton Drama Promises Twist on Island Ruler
A large cast presents a plot where a practical butler gains respect and becomes ruler aboard an island refuge. Crichton declares affection for Lady Mary, prompting marriage tensions with Lord Brocklehurst and questions about Crichton’s claim to love. The December 6 or 7 performance invites readers to see who Mary truly loves.
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Lord Loam
Crichton
Mary
Polly
Gov
England
Lord Brocklehurst
Brocklehurst
Arden Ewbank
Ernest
Bill Black
Treherne
Burton Ferguson
Calvin Fairbanks
John Stevens
Doris Geer
Lady Agatha
Lola Hartshorn
Catherine
Helen Corbin
Tweeny
Frances Conner
Lady Brocklehurst
Lois Reitzel
Fisher Marion McCoy
Simmons
June Smith
Jeanne
Mary Belle Haglund
Mrs. Perkins
Ruth Crane
Rolleston
Lynn Timmons
Tompsett
Leandro Simkus
John
James Vipond
Jane
Leora Weaver
Gladys
Helenmae Eberhardt
Winston Davidson
Pageboy
James Lawson
Earl Folkers
Home Demonstrations Show Gas and Electric Ranges
Home Service department of Illinois Northern Utilities sent two representatives to Sterling High on November 5 and 6 to demonstrate gas and electric ranges. The domestic science building hosted two home planning groups with meals prepared using the three units, and the demonstrators explained parts, costs, and operating expenses while the attendees sampled the dishes.
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Home Service Department
Illinois Northern Utilities Company
Sterling High
Posters by Girls' Cooking Classes Highlight Breakfast Varieties
Four food classes taught by Miss Bassett produced posters showcasing breakfast possibilities. Each class illustrated a different category such as fruits cereals and beverages with clever artistic posters and accompanying demonstrations.
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Miss Bassett
Social rounds sparkle with parties and gatherings
The column recounts a flurry of social events from early November including Dorothy Mae Hostetler's entertaining, Marijane Huber's tea, a surprise for Jack Gleason, Elks Bazaar merriment, and various hostess gatherings at homes, a Y camp steak supper, and plans for Thanksgiving weekend with visits to Cedar Rapids and St John’s.
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Dorothy Mae Hostetler
Marijane Huber
Jack Gleason
Marilyn Bogott
Shirley Walker
Gene Cies
Betty Shaw
Jan Carolus
Russell Anderson
Dorothy Mae _ Hostetler
Tic Dimond
Marion Shaw
George Bailey
Irvin Burns
Bob Besse
Margaret Thomas
Cynthia Irwin
June Smith
Mary Belle Haglund
Betty Wilger
Mary Louise Kendle
Doris Vanderhoof
Walker
Lee Simkus
St. John’s
Lynn Timmons
Cedar Rapids
VFW Presents Large American Flag to Sterling High
The Veterans of Foreign Wars donated a large American flag for general assembly use at Sterling High. Mrs. Radke Mr. Fred Allai and Mrs. Allai gave dedicatory speeches while Principal Eades and Mr. DeVoe spoke on behalf of the school. The student body thanked the VFW for the thoughtful gift.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars
Sterling High
General Assembly
Radke
Fred Allai
Allai
Eades
DeVoe
Girls Study Breakfast Prep for First Quarter
Culmination of the first quarter focuses on preparing breakfasts. Planning and serving luncheons are studied by the girls in the current quarter.
H. S. Latin Club Adopts New Title Romani Hodierni
Sterling High School's Latin club on November 13 adopted Romani Hodierni as its official name during a gala assembly. Lois Wahl presided while Lois Musgrave spoke on the Coliseum and members performed Latin sketches, songs, and plays including A Day Without Latin.
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Margaret Birch
Dorothy Frank
Janet Hoover
Mildred Weyrauch
Don Fehrenbach
Bill Hill
Etta Mae Anspach
Shirley Walker
Doris Vanderhoof
Miss Forbes
Miss Echternach
G A A Officers Elected Amid Busy November Activity
The G A A elected Frances Conner as president, Marjorie King as vice president, Jane Vickrey as secretary, Lola Hartshorn as treasurer, and Dorothy Ann Kidd as business manager during a lively month. Regular hikes bicycle rides skating and Wednesday meetings continue as the group plans an active year.
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Frances Conner
Marjorie King
Jane Vickrey
Lola Hartshorn
Dorothy Ann Kidd
Hi Y Tonight At Camp Benson
Senior Hi Y members head to Camp Benson for supper and breakfast after a single meeting at the Y. Dan Metzger oversees the food plan as a crackling fire sets a lively atmosphere. They return tomorrow morning.
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Camp Benson
Dan Metzger
City school libraries tied to public system in talk with Mrs. Brucker
Mrs. Brucker city librarian outlined how schools borrow about 1200 books weekly, with each teacher entitled to 50 books and personal cards granting eight more. She noted student instruction on card index use and library locations, urging high schoolers to seek suitable, engaging books and library guidance.
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Merry
Round
H. S. Latin Club
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