FORT >N^YNE & ALLEN CO., IND. &EiJ ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY 3 1833 02494 8173 Gc 977.202 F77conc 191' Concordia College (Fort Wayne, Ind . ) The Concord i an J It-I 1 7 li^a Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2010 with funding from Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center http://www.archive.org/details/concordian1919conc PUBLISHED HONORARILY BY CONCORDIA COLLEGE NOMINALLY BY THE FIRST CLASS ACTUALLY BY ITS STAFF. » e a a ^ €61439 To our nonored Professor Dorn the class of 1919 lovingly aedicates tKis book. Dedicatory T HE Class of 1919 dedicates diis volume to Professor Louis Dorn as a token of love and gratitude. A prophet is not wilhuiit honor except in his own country. As a rule, a man is not estimatetl at his proper wortli by his contemporaries. And the work of a teacher is not appreciated by the average student until long after the relation of teacher and pupil is ended. To this indictment — and an indictment it is — we, the Class of 1919, plead guilty. What time he was with us, setting tasks, giving examinations. demanding themes and essays, the greater number of us looked upon him very much as undergraduates generally look upon a teacher. He was to us one of those hostile forces, that the course of human events has placed between us and a diploma, as a lion in the path toward graduation. This hostile force we hail to meet in a fair encounter. And right glad we were too. if we came out of tlie encounter unscathed. 'Tis true we did occasionally see that a teacher is more than a hostile force, a stem taskmaster exacting toll and tribute to the uttermost fartliing. And particularly of Professor Dorn. even tlie most unappreciative of us felt that he was a kind and loving friend, rather than a taskmaster. Even he who lacked most in penetration realized that Professor Dom was a big, manly man, who devoted the full strength of a great soul to the ungrateful task of leading us upward and onward. Indeed, leading us, not driving us, hut leading us. gently but firmly, along the path we were to go. Yet. in spite of all this, who can say that he ever realized how ileep he was in Professor Dorn"s debt? In those days when the news gradually spread among us that he would never teach us again, that ere long his sickbed would become his deathbed, in those days when we heard that, amid great bodilv suffering, he was slowly but surely succumbing to the power Professor L. W. Dorn of the Reaper whose name is Death — in those days many of us. yea all of us, said to ourselves. "Not until now did we realize the greatness of our loss." In speaking of our loss, we are not thinking of the loss of the ehurch, inasmuch as a great theologian, an aeiurate thinker, a gifted pulpit orator has passed away. Nor are we thinking ot the loss to the city of Ft. Wayne, inasmuch as one of its most truly public spirited men is no more. No, we are thinking most specifically of our own loss, inasmuch as we lost a teacher and leader. As we think back over the years that have passed we realize that he was to us a teacher in the truest and most ultimate sense of the word. We know that he sought to awaken and did awaken in us the powers of our slumbering souls; that he taught us not so much by his instruction as by his personality; that he was wont to stand before us in the classroom as a man "fourscpiare, without a flaw" who was doing the work of bis calling with a high earnest- ness and an exalted joyfulness, as die bearer of a sacred fire which he would fain transfer into our souls in order that we migiit be enabled to go out into the world, whereever it might please God to place us, and do our work as men of fullgrown stature — even as he did his. And in this sense may he remain our taskmaster ever! May we do the work of our calling in life in die spirit in which he taught us to do our work here at Concordia! W. M. To all tnat are interested in tKe work and pla>) of Concordia College for tKe 3)ear of 1918-1919, Greetings! History of Concordia The Staff Faculty The Classes Military 12 18 20 23 Concerning the Class of 1919 Senior Pages Gift o" the Going Secunda Tertia Quarta Quinta Sexta Military Review ol the ^ ear Honor Roll The Colors Commissioned Officers The Cadet Staff The Companies The Band 67 Athletics Wearers of ''C" Baseball Review Basketball Review Second Concord ians Track Review Tennis 87 Miscellaneous 105 Humorous Advertisements Coetus Library Music Literary Societies College Store Rooters' Club Bowling 115 121 The History of Concordia CONCORDIA COLLEGE had its origin in 1839 in Perry County. Miss- ouri, under conditions that might have caused die most optimistic to despair of its success. The Saxon Lutherans, in whose midst the school was established, had arrived in southern Missouri hut a few months before; and clearing tli-= land on which they had settled and providing themselves with the necessaries of life were matters that demanded immediate attention. The lack of funds in the colony made itself painfully felt. Yet, in spite of these difficult conditions, the college was founded by one of the settlers" pastors and three candidates of theology who volunteered their sei^vices. A classical course was offered, which aimed to prepare students for university work. For such as desired to enter the ministry, a theological course, too, was provided. The original college building, a log cabin, still stands, a monument to the courage and enterprise of the founders of the school. Five students enrolled the first year. Not long after its foundation, the institution was moved to Altenburg, Missouri, about a mile from its lurthplace. where various men carefully fostered the tender i)lant. Since its beginning, the school had occasionally, in a financial way, enjoyed the assistance of members of the surrounding Lutheran congregations; and now, when the conditions under which the Saxon immigrants lived had improved, the Lutheran congregation in St. Louis provided funds and appointed a salaried instructor, who took charge of the college in 1843. The number of students dim was eiaht. The (lid Log Cabin. In the year lolT. the Synod of Missouri, Ohio, and other States, resolved, at its meeting in Chicago, Illinois, to inquire of the congregations at Alten- burg and St. Louis whether they would be willing to en- trust their college to the care and supervision of the Synod. When they agreed to do so, the institution was transferred to St. Louis, and in 1850 the pro- fessors and instructors, six stu- dents of theology, and ten members of the collegiate de- partment took possession of the new building, for the con- f5) struction of which both the necessary money and a ten- acre plot of ground had been provided by the St. Louis congregation. In the spring of 1852, the school was legally incorpo- rated and was thenceforth known as Concordia Col- lege. In die same year the num- ber of students increased to "*" thirty-four, and to accom- ^''^ Old Bmhlmg. modate them another build- ing was erected in close proximity to the first. Within a period of six years the school had again grown to such an extent that it became necessary to resume building operations. Accordingly a new structure was placed between the two existing buildings to form one unit with them. This was dedicated to its purpose in 1858. Thus the institution continued to flourish ai St. Louis, the same building accommodating both the college and the theological seminary. In 1860 seventy-four students were enrolled in the collegiate department, who were instructed by six professors, three of whom devoted their entire time to the college, while the remaining three offered courses in the seminary also. The following year, 1861, was to be of the The Old Roadway. greatest importance to the development of Concordia College. The Synod, after carefully weighing the pros and cons, had decided to combine the Practical The- ological Seminary at Fort Wayne with the seminary at St. Louis, and to transfer its college to Fort Wayne. The outbreak of the Civil War and the resulting unrest in St. Louis hastened the exe- cution of the plan. In sum- mer, 1861, three professors, one assistant and seventy- eight students came to Fort Wayiie, where they were confronted by grievous difficuhies. As the transfer had been made so suddenly, the housing facili- ties were inadequate, and, besides, an epidemic of typhoid broke out. Both students and faculty were gravely afflicted, and the work of the institution was seriously hampered. Fortunately no deaths resulted. ^ By 1867 the mmiber of students had reached one hundred and thirty, and the faculty was increased by the addition of two new professors. The Synod liberally supported its college, and erected all necessary buildings, so that by 1869 the following buildings, besides the old seminary, were found on the college campus: four professors' residences; a large building, containing the kitchen and a residence for the steward, his family, and the servants; a dining hall; a bakery; and a large new building intended to serve as a dormitory, in which, however, large class-rooms were provided. This was already under cover, but not yet finished in the interior when a fire, in the night of December 28, 1869, gutted the old college building. The students in the dormitory lost all their meager belongings and barely escaped with their lives. Liberal contributions by the various congregations of the Synod enabled the students to fit themselves out anew, and permitted a speedy repair of the damage. The new dormitory was completed as rapidly as possible and, being calculated to accommodate two hundred students, afforded plenty of room for the student body. In the year following Concordia College continued to flourish and in 1889 celebrated the fiftieth, and in 1914 the seventy-fifth anniversary of its founda- tion. In both instances alumni and friends of the institution from far and wide assisted in making the occasion impressive and worthy of remembrance. Such of the former students as have not been able to visit their Alma Mater for many years would undoubtedly be favorably impressed with the many improvements and additions that have been made in the course of time. The Old Gym. ^^^ESr^ i The Old Mess Hall. The dormitory of 1869 was renovated and modernized in 1903, and in place of the old frame dining hall a large brick building meets the eye. Then, besides, since 1869 there have gone up four new professors' residences; a hospital; a swimming pool, and a central heating plant. A large, beautiful lecture hall with an auditorium seating approximately 7.50 persons was com- pleted in 1905. Through the liberality of friends and former students of the college it was made possible to erect a spacious gymnasium, which affords ample room for drilling, basket ball games, and the like. Its large dimen- sions become apparent when the fact of its seating comfortably between two and three thousand persons is mentioned. But the progress that the school made is not only attested by the improve- ments made in adding new structures on the campus. Changes were made that af- fected the students deeply to their own advantage. Mili- tary training was introduced in 1907, and the results of this innovation have thus far been exceedingly gratifying from every point of view. Naturally, the course and the aim of the institution throughout its existeuce have not been materially altered, and it still offers a classical course and prepares its students especially for the study of tlieology. Of its graduates, the overwhelming majority, upward of one thousand, have become pastors in the Missouri Synod, many of whom are still today serving the Master in many parts of the globe. But also in other walks of life the alumni of Concordia are represented and fill positions of importance and trust, respected and honored by their fellow citizens. In short, Concordia College has stood the test of time and has become a very important factor in the work of the denomination that maintains it. And even at present, despite the uncertain conditions of the times, it still has an enrollment of over two hundred and twenty students, requiring for their guid- ance a faculty of seven insti-uctors and lour assistants. It is confidently to be expected that as conditions become normal the number of students will again increase. Judging from its success in the past, Concordia College will have before it a long period of usefulness in training the minds of the young and founding them in the principles of Christianity. G. S. The First Band. 4»-^-?H^ The Staff Edit or- in chief Martin Huebner Associate Editor Walter Clausen Business Manager Edmuxd Loessel Assistant Business Manager Albert Pollex Athletics Wilfred Kruse Biographies Otto Schmidt Humorous Gilbert Otte Organizations Otto Marschke A Word of Appreciation The Staff wishes hereby to thank all its friends who by their kind help and constructive criticism have helped to make this Annual a success. The Faculty Dm. M. LuECKE. President. Religion. Sacred History, and New Testament (ireck. Prof. F. Zucker. Greek Language and Literature. Prof. W. Kruse, ' .. -^ Prof. W. Moll, Latin and Greek. Prof. G. Schick, Ph. D., Hebrew, History, Mathematics. French, Science. Prof. W. Burhop, English Language and Literature, History. Prof. J. Kunstmann, German Language and Literature. Prof. E. Schnedler, ' Mathematics and Latin. Prof. W. Dorn, Instructor in Sexta. Prof. W. Hansen, Instructor in Quinta B. Prof. E. Hassold, Instructor in History, English, and German. 1^ TJie Class of 1919 EIGHTEEN to twenty-one years ago the class of 1919 came into being. We were no better and, as we hope, no worse than the average boys. But as a large number of us were minister's sons, we were early destined to go to Ft. Wayne. We liked the idea too, and when anybody asked us concerning our plans, the proud reply would come, "I am going to Con- cordia College." Soon our Confirmation Day came and, shortly after this, the end of our grade school days. The summer of 1913 passed rapidly, and, before we realized it, the last days of August came round, and, shortly after this. Labor Day, the date set for our departure. The whole family escorted us to the depot and, while modier and sister shed a few tears, we proudly boarded the train. Dad helped us into the car with our luggage, and then with a firm handshake and a "Take care of yourself, son," he went out. Now we were all alone, no motlier hand to guide and comfort us in the rough places, and no brother or sister to help us bear our misery. But we determined to be men and to look fate in the face with a smile. Soon the train arrived in Fort Wayne and we got off, immediately asking a nearby officer for directions to reach the college. We arrived here safe and sound, but looking more like chim- ney sweeps than honest sexties, as we were promptly dubbed. However, we did not find ourselves alone. Sixty-five others were in the same boat as we. After getting halfway settled, we went to bed, courting Morpheus for the first time in our new abode. In the morning we had to stand a few examinations, but after these were over we were at liberty to take a good look around. The old fellows were coming in now, and we envied their easy going way and their hearty mutual welcomes. A few kind lower classmen undertook to cheer us up, and we soon felt better. The next few days were hard ones for us. We missed the old home touch, and though everybody treated us kindly, we became victims of "homesickness" (nobody admitted it, however). How we poured out our tale of woe by means of letters! But this affliction soon was a thing of the past, and we decided to "stick it out." After several weeks of exemption we were initiated into the mysteries of the broom, mop, dusting rag, and bed-making. This, too, was hard for us, but ere long we became masters of these arts. Work for our classes also kept us from thinking too much of home, for to fathom the depths of corona, amo, and "x+y = z," took hard study. Baseball also kept us occu- pied, for did we not all strive to lead the Juniors in hitting? Our admira- tion was also excited by the "big team." How they could play ball! Col- lege spirit was aroused, and we were willing to back them against any comers. :^s^ 4 e HJ rs <o e !U "u ^ r« o- W o 5 W K K O D U U H H a:i in rxi m > $■ •Xi '-^ zz ^ C o ilJ S J w t<i w K N ij <J i_l i-i t« o > o K «« CL, § Q H J Bi O < w H & n H en hJ O o < cd cd ec; fr< S K „, «J fe; w K - :h 3 U U r^ > S D H S^ « H H w ed 22 o ^ w H t»!i t^ J J S O O D J J " W " = CQ U a Q fc K X S o CJ With the passing of baseball, basketball came on, and we transferred our allegiance to the N. B. C. and to the basketball team. All the while the days were slowly passing, and finally those long hoped for days, Xmas vacation, arrived, and we hied us home. Here a warm welcome awaited us. Everybody was glad to see us. At the dinner table we were deluged with questions, all of which we answered to the best of our ability. Finally the meal was finished and we were given a rest. After supper we decided to visit our old schoolmates. How they did stare when they saw us! We had left as mere boys and came back as half-men at least. Drill and athletics had given us that self-assurance which is necessary to enjoy life. We "walked erect and thought straight." We had to repeat our story. Thus tlie joyous vacation days speeded away, and, ere we realized it. we were again to depart from our friends and critics. But this time it was not so hard to leave. Nothing vague, indefinite and threatening awaited us. but familiar places and old friends. January's short days passed like a fleet- ing breath, and in the beginning of February we received our First Semester reports. How proud we were of them! But a few of us, and they hatl our sympathy, did not have joyous features. Gloom and disappointment were spelled in capital letters on their faces. The rest of the year passed unevent- fully. A few, who lived in the vicinity of Fort Wayne, went home during tlie short Easter vacation, but most of us stayed here. Finally the middle of June arrived, and with it all kinds of excitement, for were we not all going home soon? Tiie last day came at last, and, after an exhibition drill, we received our final reports. Most of them bore the words "Promoted." The recipients of these could be seen walking around with a joyous mien, realizing the new dignity which would soon be theirs, namely, that ot Quin- taners. In several hours all had left, each for his own home, to recuperate from his past labors, and to prepare for those that were to come. That first vacation was the happiest time of our life. But alas, it passed all too quickly, and fall found us back in Fort Wayne, although a number, realizing in time that their paths lay in other directions than ours, had left us. With the addition of ten new members, we numbered but forty-five. This year was a repetition of the foregoing one. Though we were "Quints," our status was not materially changed. But we considered ourselves better than the newcomers, showing off before tliem while teaching them the ropes. The time soon passed, and before long another year had flown. So we journeyed home and posed before our friends. Widi the autumn days we again left the old hoiuestead. We were Quartaners now, and although a number had again fallen by the wayside, we still boasted forty members. How we did strut around the campus in our resplendent jerseys, lording it over the lower Ij, classmen! We no longer had to run errands, but our frequent violations -\h of the "Hausordnung" brought us many a day of fatigue. We took every- tfi thing with a grin except Greek. This spectre appearetl before us this year. "{:; Fortunate are those who weathereil its storms! So the years passed. m Tertia, the fourth year, brought with it no new studies. Out work, too, was now confined to occasional days of fatigue (we were becoming sensible) and the weekly washing of windows. Sundays also had a new significance for us, for twice a month we were permitted to stay up till ten o'clock. But "Tempus fugit" and we were soon honorable Secundaners, members of the governing branch of the student body. So the time passed and now but twenty-eight of us remain. However, small as we are, we have left our imprint here, a number of improvements bearing the mark of the Class of 1919. In athletics especially have we shown our prowess. As early as Quarta we had men on the 'varsity baseball team. Now three of our fellows help to uphold the prestige of Concordia on the diamond. Our class teams have been universally successful, the baseball team last fall beating the coetus team decisively. In basketball, too. we have shown our sterling worth. Since Quarta we have at least had men on the Seconds. This year three of them are helping to make Concordia basketball history. Track is another forte of ours. In Quarta we were already the runnersup in the interclass meet, and in Tertia, though we had lost one of our best athletes, we managed to nose out a victory. In Secunda we repeated the per- formance, notwithstanding the fact that another star had left us. Our chances for the coming year are bright, for our last year's team is still intact. Nor do our literary qualities suffer in comparison witli those of other classes. Greek, Latin, Hebrew and other studies have been stumbling blocks to many of our former classmates, but now they frighten but a very few of us. Music also has its devotees in our midst. All the members of our class are affiliated with the Male Chorus. The Quartet and Trio have established fine i^eputations for themselves in this vicinity. So we finish our six years' stay here. Most of us will meet again in St. Louis, but for a few of us this is the parting of the ways. May we always be as happy as during our short sojourn here. To our former classmates, to our kind professors, and to the many kindhearted friends and benefactors in Fort Wayne and elsewhere, we extend our best wishes and hearty thanks. Walter E. Buszin Chicago, 111. Military— Corp. "17-"18, Sgt. "18. Batt. Sgt. Maj. '18-'19. Miscellaneous — Directorium, Super- visor of Natatorium, Klaxon Klub, Tennis Clnb. ii |H aci.e"' Tops our class list and he certainly makes quite a beginning. Upon his arrival at the institution five years ago, he immediately excused himself for the misfortune of coming from Chicago. Pardon was finally granted him. "Eagle"' has a record of making all kinds of nonsensical remarks in tlie classroom and get- ting away with it. He likes his studies and is especially fond of Hebrew, which is only natural, for he once impersonated a Jew at a concert and the resemblance was striking. In fact he can impersonate anything from a dough- imt to a canary bird. Our friend is quite a musician, too. and adorns our devotional exer- cises after the morning repast with melodious strains from the box, which "honoris causa" is called an organ, while his deep bass voice has already become indispensable to the Male Chorus. "Eagle" is so accustomed to the "pond" near his home that he has developed an in- satiable mania for visiling the famous lake and its attractive surroundings in the northern part of Ft. Wavne, the moonlight on Sunday night especially appealing to him. May everything he begins be as successful as the class whose list he tops. Vale, professor! "Eagle'' ■ ■BIB 'CT^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ I Enno G. Glaus Detroit, Mich. MiLiTAiiv— Corp. '16-'17, Sgt. 1st. Lt. "18. Capt. '18-"19. Athletics — Varsity Basketball, Class Baseball. Class Basketball, Class Track. Miscellaneous — Supervisor of Nata- torium, Tennis Club. '17-"18, yL/ HEN Adam entered these halls devoted to the imbibition of wisdom he perhaps little thought of the great things fate held in store for him. One can hardly help associating his name with everything athletic. Adam is a star in prac- tically every branch of sport, and in basketball he has shown exceptional prowess. On the in- terior arena he has indeed proved himself a veri- able stonewall, much to the delight of his mates and the dismay of his opponents. His one regret is the fact that football is not permitted at the in- stitution, for if there is one thing Adam enjoys more than proving a barrier to a hopeful voung fonvard, it is kicking the pigskin to all corners of the compass. Even Hebrew appeals to him, and when not polishing his three buttons and his saber he either binds and rebinds his Hebrew grammar or relates his marvelous exploits at Belle Isle or the Brewery. Odd to sav. the latter came to a .somewhat abrupt end due to a certain decision of the Wolverine legislature. During summer he either assists Henry Ford or plays tennis — he's good at both. Adam has formed no plan regarding his future, but we hear that he has rejected an offer to lead a Bolshevik move- ment in Baluchistan. Walter P. Clausen Vincennes, Ind. Military— Corp. "16-"17, Sgt. 17-'18, Qm. Sgt. "18, Capt. "IS-'ig. Athletics — Varsity Basketball. Class Basketball. Class Baseball. Miscellaneous — Stationer); Concor- dian '19 Staff; Business Manager, Baseball; Alma Mater Sub-Staff. Mater Sub-Staff. \\/ HAT A Loss the little town of ^'incennes must have experienced when one of its most promising young citizens departed from it to grace this good old bunk! If they're all as busy there as Jcky was here during his six-year's sojourn, it must be quite a city by diis time. "Bottle o" milk," "Squads right," "'Atta drop- ping it through the basket, Ick, old boy.' would just about explain the tiature of his activities here. Due to his careful buying the stationery now is able to furnish two hundred hungry mouths with a glorious arrav of delicacies. How many recruits have not trembled when Icky none too graciously informed them that they should know better! He also takes a great interest in athletics. Put him into one comer of the bas- ketball arena, give him the ball and, guard or no guard. Concordia's points will certainly climb two notches. Icky occasionally jilays baseliaii. and though not activelv engaged, he has aided the varsity team greatly as its success- ful business manager. Every joke in the class room is sure to draw from him a gusty haw-haw. and whenever a noise cannot be traced to ihe perpetrator, just accuse Icky on general principles and you will usually be right. His gnat ambition is to start a mission in Bohemia. "Some guy, ain't /.' Ill k. h im % 41 I -1^^^^^^^^ rii: :rii: iiiiiir: iiiiie iriiM^^^^^^^ :zm ws% Edgar C. Dietz Manistee, Mich. Military— Batt. Qm. Sgt. "IT-'IS, 2ii(J Lt. is-'ig. Athletics — Class Track Team. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation. Bowling Association. I N Times of need even this "populous" burg in Michigan may be called upon to show its worth. For has it not sent us Hazel, whose presence has long since become indispensable? Let us, however, hastily assure you that there is no resemblance whatsoever between, this by- name and its original, unless it be that they are both hard toi crack. This modern Hercules was, in the opinion of his superiors, made for other things besides imbibing knowledge, so the office of keeping the buildings at a comfortable tem- perature was offered him, which he readily ac- cepted. As regards patriotism. Hazel has no peer; and had not the enemy finally yielded to Uncle Sam's convincing arguments, we should perhaps even now see "Lieutenant" Dietz parad- ing proudly about Manistee in a natty officer's uniform.. Hazel has gained considerable renown as a sterling runner and is annually responsible for quite a few of tlie points which carry his class to victory. His sickly ( ? ) constitution necessitates frequent visits to a local hospital, and the gentle care which all patients receive there seems to have exercised a strange influence over our friend. May he keep his future home up north as snug and warm as he kept the hunk these past years! We hate to lose you, Hazel! "A Precious job" Edgar R. Fehlau Cullman, Alabama .Military— Corp. "17-'18. Sgt. "18-^19, 2nd Lt. '19. \riscELLA>Eous — Treasurer. Bowling Association; Secretarj-. Prima and Secunda: Klaxon Klub. Ih our Years ago this tall person from the far- away tropical state of Alabama joined our class and now, on the eve of his graduation, he can look back on four long years spent in toil and sweat, in troubles and setbacks, but years not spent in vain. During liis stav here Edgar has displayed a quality and quantitv of pep which we did not liiink could be squeezed into a man from the South. He has a nice handwriting — no doubt acquired through constant practice — and for this reason was chosen to compile the minutes of Prima and Secunda. This is quite a responsible position, since an undesirable punctualitv is its main requisite. "Holv smokes. Heidev, Louev and I've been waiting ten min- utes," is a daily occurrence and then off goes this inseperable triumvirate on one of its jaunts into Nature. Even the most inclement weather cannot detain Edgar from his dailv constitu- tional. Ed has always sailed through his studies with colors flying, mathematics and phvsics de- lighting him most. His spare time he spends in relating an inexhaustable stock of negro witticisms or writing letters to nowhere in particular. We hear from reliable sources tliat Edgar has already begun work on his Greek-Latin Dictionary which will soon appear. Donn the .Mckle Piute track 1 Edward C. Heidemann Alpena, Mich. Military— Corp. '16-18, Sgt. '18-"19. Athletics— Class Track Team. Miscellaneous — Bowling Ass'n, Vice Pres.; Class '19, Sgt. at Arms; Klaxon Klub. 1?'::: i \^ ORTHERN Michigan is indeed ably repre- sented at Concordia by this august gentle- man. That remote section of our country is noted for its large forests, and Heidefatz has shown himself to be made of well-grained timber. After he had heroically tackled "mensa" and "hortus," he called it a day's work, which, however, grad- ually lengthened into quite a string of days. Nevertheless he manages to toil through his les- sons witli his prow still headed to the front. Since he is a farmer, the bounteous meals do not at all satisfy the abnormal cravings of his inner man and he is therefore recognized as one of the leadings patrons of that far-famed mar- ket where delicious edibles may be purchased. Wlien not sleeping — which rarely occurs — Heidey may be seen trying to convince some poor fellow mortal that his view of the case is absolutely coiTect, his main argument being the mighty right. Yes, "Kaffee" takes great pride in his biceps and emplovs it most gener- ouslv. For this reason he has for many a moon held the sway of authority as the sergeant-at- arms of the class. Heidefatz's ambition is to be Professor of Ancient Languages at the Alpena Home for Delinauent Grammarians. Come on l,.ll,[.na|ll!l|lLuu^jiil|l,l,!!l Martin F. Huebner Ixonia. Wis. Military— Corp. n6-"17. Sgt. '17-"18, 1st Lt. "18-"19. Athletics — Varsity Baseball, Class Track Team, Capt., Class Baseball, Class Basketball. .Miscellaneous — Stationery ; Concor- dian '19 Staif; Alma Mater Sub- Staff; Prima and Secunda, Pres. ; Klaxon Klub, Pres.; Tennis Club; Paramounts: Entertainment Club. A s May be judged from the thriving metropo- lis whence he originates. Nellie must be quite an eminent personage at C. C. .And here your judgment is not in the least at fault. .Nellie has led an active and responsible life at college. In all his undertakings he proved himself to be endowed with sharp business perspective, for which reason he was chosen to serve as business manager of our stationery where his success is already a matter of history. Nellie is noted for his inflexible love of justice and is therefore frequently selected to demonstrate his sagacious- ness as arbiter in athletic contests. However, this modern Solomon also takes part in the sports, having directed our track team through three victorious seasons and covers the middle cushion on the varsity baseball nine. But his greatest enterprise lies before vou, dear reader; the Concordian. 19, stands as a memorial to his untiring labor as its Editor-in-Chief. Yet even this is not enough for him. You ought to hear his voice. So dainty, so mellow, his rendition his boyhood days, and it was the spirit of this of ".My Bonnie," acts as a balm to a tortured heart; wherefore he usually has listeners galore. Nevertheless, we sincerely hope that his Christmas va- cations at Elyria may not have been spent in vain. After a good night's rest e^i'^rs Louis G. Keinath Frankenmuth, Mich. Military— Corp. '17-'18. Sgt. '18-'19. Miscellaneous — Supervisor of Gym- nasium, Klaxon Klub. 1^ IND Readers, meet Duke Louis II. of Frank- enmuth. that fabulous land noted for its luscious liberty cabbage and refreshing grape juice. It was here that the young nobleman s|)enl his boyhood days and it was the spirit of this community which caused Louey to visit Ft. Wayne for a brief period of six years. In fact Frankenmuth furnishes more workers for the Lord's vineyard than perhaps any other congre- gation of its size. "Eskey" brought witli him two characteristics which he could not very well leave behind. One of these is his miappeasable desire to sing. Clothed in several suits of armor, the Silent Harmony Quartette lolls in the shadowy recesses of some byway and tempts us to wax exceeding wroth. The first tenor is none other than our friend "Louey," and all the various objects propelled in the general di- rection of the would-be harmonizers seem to pick out this unfortunate gent as the initial tar- get. The other characteristic can be expressed in the few words which constitute "Eskey's" motto: Worry little, "oclis" less, but know it all. Louey once nearly sacrificed himself to athletics by playing 44- 73 of an indoor baseball game. If he can preach as well as he can play euchre, his success is assured. ^^Beg pardon! Wilfred F. Kruse Ft. Wayne, Ind. .MiLiTAiiv— Corp. "16-17, Sgt. 'U-'IS, 1st Lt., 18-19. Athletic s — II Concordians. Class Track, Class Baseball. Class Basket- ball. Miscellaneous — A t h 1 e t i c Council; Bowling Ass'n; Auditing Committee; Board of Sanitation; Concordian 19 Staff; Paramounts; Tennis Club; Klaxon Klub. VL' H,\T A Piece of work is man!" Rusty is quite positive that tlie great writer had him in mind when he allowed his hero to make this statement. Wilfred Speed Kruse. if you care to hear his entire appellation. The "F" originally stood for "fast," but we prefer the word "speecr' for it describes him exactly. Rusty's thinking ap- paratus works so rapidly tliat we wonder how he can stop when he gets there. On his feet lie is still faster. He takes part in every branch of athletics, basketball and track being his hob- bies. Wlien you see the second team in action and a streak flitting here and there — well, that's Ruslv! Vi hen you see a similar streak a\ inning the hundred vard dash or completing the mile circuit at a terrific clip — that again is Rusty! \^1ien not working at the brewery or visiting his summer rendezvous. Rome City, Wilfred writes poetry. He is the poet laureate of the class and his "Parody on a Jew" and "An Ode to Health" are found in the best libraries. In fact we have still to find something Rusty cannot do. for he teaches school and milks the goat with equal ease . Mav he win the objective of his dreams, the Olympic wreath. 'Two Bits I win " Oswald M. List Richville, Mich. Military— Corp. '16-"17, Sgt. "17-'18, 1st Sgt. '18-'19. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation. Vice Pres. ; Klaxon Klub. " l< USh" is a Quiet unassuming fellow, but nev- ertheless always ready to join in the general merrymaking. He is universally noted for his strict attention to duty and with his constant companions, the pipe and the Greek grammar, he may be seen faithfully perusing his manu- scripts or making a thorough tour of inspection on the second floor of the dormitory, the terri- tory allotted to his careful supervision. During his sojourn at Concordia "Bush" has developed two quenchless hobbies, writing English com- positions and extensive 0. D. reports. Once he even developed a sudden mania for making an enormous collection of picture frames. We were all in a quandary as to the exact purpose of such an array of image-retainers. Since none seemed to be just right, we suspected that the picture was quite valuable. Bush finally permitted us to view the replica — it was thai of a cousin in the navy, and Oswald resumed his standing in our good graces. It is rimiored that .some quite mysterious missives have reached our friend and puzzled him greatlv, wherefore Bush will later probably occupy the position of super- visor of the dead-letter office. We may even expect greater achievements. Good luck to vou. Bush! Somewhere in Richville Edmund F. Loessel Bay City, Mich. Military— Corp. "16-"17. Sgt. "17-'18, Capt. "18-"19. AiHLETics — Varsiry Baseball. Capt. Clas.-^ Baseball. -Miscellaneous — Business Manager, Basketball; Concordian '19 Staff; Glass "19. Pres.; Coetus. Pres. I X Loess our class has had a president of whom it may justly be proud. He has piloted the good ship '19 safely over the stormy waters of three strenuous years. Of his many excellent qualities his executive ability shines tlie bright- est. Under Eddie's careful supervision Com- pany D has sprouted from a band of raw re- cruits into a well-drilled unit that performs its movements with vigor and precision. Loes is a good baseball artist, and during the past season he led the varsity team through an mibroken stretch of victories, besides assisting materially as the clever guardian of tlie initial cushion. Due to his managerial ability he was selected to handle the business end of the basketball teams where he indeed nobly acquitted himself. His untiring efforts brought the best teams in this section of the country to our Gym and furnished ardent fans with an unsurpassable brand of this winter pastime. Eddie has also unselfishly devoted his time and energ\' to make this volume a success as a business ven- ture. Yet he occasionally found time to indulge in a lighter vein and was always ready to join in a frolic with his fellow students. Loes has indeed established for himself an enviable record and he leaves the bunk with the imanimnus good wishes for success in whatever task he may undertake lo accomplish. "Business Mrnuigi'i Otto A. Marschke Toledo, Ohio Military— Corp. '16-"17, Sgt. "IT-lB. 2n(i Lt. '18-'19. Athletics — Class Baseball. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation ; Directorium; Concordian '19 Staff; Class '19, Vice Pres.; Coetus, Vice Pres. ; Paramounts, Capt.; Klaxon Klub: Entertainment Club. |-'OL.\CK Has the honor of coming from that popular state where canned milk and dis- tilled honey flow in great quantities, and he most eloquently opines that, as an ideal place for a home, Toledo has nary an equal. Polack is a studiosus homo, one of the hest in the class. His best friends are Cicero and Homer, while he also spends much time on English literature. He is always ready for an argument, and can defend both sides of a question with equal ease and fluency — it all depends upon the side his op- ponent takes in the matter. Polack is a finn believer in '"mens sana in corpore sano" and is a great exponent of the anti-appendicitis pastime of bowling. Wlio wants to challenge the Paramounts? Otto can say this with full authority, being botli captain and recruiting officer of this far-famed organization. He is even said to be seriously contemplating upon entering a tournament to be held at his home town. Other branches of sport also appeal to him, and for several years he has pitched our class team to many victories. But one mystery remains unsolved: What causes that cute curl which adorns Polack's pinnacle at regular intervals? All we can say is that we hope it will help him to future prosperity. "Cnotented" ijjuuiii jiiiZ-jiatJi Walter D. Getting Fort Wayne, Ind. Military— Corp. '16-'17, Sgt. 'IT-lS. 1st Sgt. '18, Batt. Major 18-"19. Athletics — Varsity Baseball, Class Baseball. Miscellaneous — ■ Athletic Council: Bowling .Ass'n. Pres. ; Entertainment Club. l< EG Pardon ! Did you ask whether the above is Waher D. Getting? Certainly it is, but that is something which we thought everybody knew. Fort Wapie is his home, so that if it has none other to be proud of, it can at least be proud of Mr. Getting. Walter cuts quite a figure around the "biuik." In the first place, he is major of our battalion, in which capacity he has proved himself very efficient. He is working continually to raise the high standard and reputation en- joved bv our battalion, and his eilorts are bear- ing fruit. It is said that he is quite handsome in his uniform — but we leave the judgment of this to others. He is also an athlete, as he is our varsitv pitcher. It's no easy matter to connect with Getting's curves, for the stuff which he shoots across the plate is more than the majority of batters are able to handle. As the head of the Bowling Association he keeps things moving all the time and sees to it that the alleys are al- ways in tiptop shape. Without doubt, when life's stern duties call the roll, Walter will re- spond with a hearty "here' and perform his duties well. -' at home?" Gilbert Th. Otte Detroit, Mich. '17'18. 2nd Lt. '18, Military — Corp. 1st Lt. '18-"19. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation; Supervisor of Gymnasium; Webster- Schiller, Vice Pres. ; Concordian '19 Staff; Military Committee; Or- chestra; Godard Trio; Klaxon Klub; Entertainment Club. I-I AVE \ ou imagination, you who peruse this tome? For that alone will enable you to form a vivid picture of this embodiment of every- thing innocent. One hundred and sixty solid poimds of humor and imagination — there you have the cause of the section which, for some unknown reason, is named the Hmnorous Depart- ment. Let us sketch briefly a frequent occur- rence: We are deeply engrossed in "Custard's Last Pie." Suddenly a terrible "Call of the Wild" resoimds through the corridor. The door is burst open, we are rudelv awakened from our reverie and then "it" begins. We thought Guilbertte elo- quent when he declaimed the "Wreck of the Hesperus"' and "2b or not 2b," but these disser- tations on the "Idiosyncrasies of the Female Mind" and "Bachelor Days" leave us breath- less. He departs, and we rejoice. Alas and alack, long ere we have recuperated from the first at- tack, he is loosing upon us a second volley, perhaps a thesis on the vulnerable topic of dancing. So must we suffer. When not thus volubly proclaiming a lack of something, G. Th. is either reconstructing the Gym — he is one of the supervisors — or strolling to the tailor's es- tablishment to have his vestige repaired. We hope that ere long he will find his claims that '"life is a sad thing" utterlv unfounded. for Women Suffrage Harry E. Plackemeier St. Charles, Mo. Military— Corp. "le-'l?. Sgt. 'IT-'IS, 1st Lt, "IS-'ig. Athletics — Varsity Basketball, Class Baseball, Class Basketball. Miscellaneous Pres. Athletic Council, Ih ven the obscure little town of Saint Charles has suddenly flashed forth most glowingly, for behold! is not one of her sturdy sons winning fame at (Concordia? Yes, Placky has made him- self quite a name during his stay at the bunk. He is a tonsorial artist of undisputed skill and numbers practically all his fellow students among his victims. Harry takes a great interest in physical culture and to see him cavort grace- fully on the basketball floor is alone well wortli the admission price. Dame Rumor has it that he once took part in a military parade near his home and created a veritable furore among the <u|3])osedly gentler inhabitants. At' this we are not in the least surprised, fur he certainly looks cule in his uniform. Plackv is always expeditious in assisting a poor IVilow mortal who is being grossly abused, which probably accounts for his erstwhile ardent adoration of a Fair field (avenue). In him the famous saying: "Show me, I'm from Missouri." is leading a gay life. May he find happiness in the future, whether he settles down Id laniiinii mules in his home state or going to bring the liiihi (if civili^'alinn to thr poor benighted heathen of Kanmkvill.' or nihcr ])oiiils along the Wabash. '^Economy S/iitp" Albert F. Pollex Ottawa, Ont., Can. Military— Corp. '16-"17, Sgt. '17, Qm. Sgt. '18, 1st. Sgt. '18, Capt. '18-'19. Athletics — Class Basketball, Class Track. Miscellaneous — Supervisor of Nala- torium; Vigilance Committee; Con- cordian '19 Staff; Klaxon Klub, Vice Pres. ; Class '19. Treasurer. y\/ E HAVE always thought Canada to be a wild, uncultivated region, inhabited by savage warriors, and one glance at Mr. Pollex's physiognomy does not entirely dispel that opin- ion. Abner, however, assures us in most vehement vernacular that Ottawa has already reached a high standard ol civilization, and could easily be classed with Payne. Of course, that satisfies us completelv. Ab manages to lead quite an adventuresome life, for diligent search after the filthy lucre always leads to remarkable incidents. You see he happens to be our class treasurer and the arrival of a ship is sure to be inmiediately succeeded by an unwelcome visit, but usually a successful one. We appreciate greatly ihe efforts he has put forth to make this book a business success. Ab's sweetest moments are the minutes set aside for military exercise. If you are surprised at the pep and ability shown by Company "A," just glance at its captain and the cause is evident at once. Being an officer, he also acquired a swagger stick which has gained notoriety by its mysterious adventures. As to the nature of these incidents you must ask Abner. for he is not at all confiding — sometimes. May he also have his "gebuehrend Anteil" of prosperity in life. '^ 14-: Alfred N. Reinke Chicago, 111. Military — Private "18-"19. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation; Supervisor of Gymnasium: Klaxon Klub: Entertainment Club. "Who's got some loby" I HIS Happy looking young genius is tlie latest addition to our class banner. Though he has been with us but a year, his jovial nature and carefree disposition have endeared him to all his fellow students. He is a living advertisement of Woodbury's Facial Soap and is always sub- ject to petting and other demonstrations of ten- der affections by his classmates. He delights his professors bv his ready ability to answer any question put to him or someone else; for, right or wrong, sometliing or other is sure to escape from his tongue. "Babe" is a firm be- liever in the old adage, "Brevity is the soul of wit," for he finds constant delight in the scraps of humor which he casually permits to fall upon unprotected territorv. They either draw tears to the eyes of the hearers or a shoe or other convenient article to the summit of his diminu- tive trunk. "Foolish" lias developed an in- satiable desire to give everything that comes into his range of vision a try-out. pipes and to- bacco holding!; an especial fascination for his fastidious taste. He is already making prepara- tions for a great library, which is to contain the greatest works of literature from .Shakespeare down to the Rovers boys. Arthur J. Rittamel Staplehurst, Nebr. Military— Corp, 'IT-'IS. Qm. Sgt. '18- '19. Miscellaneous — Bowling Ass'n; Di- rectorium; Klaxon Klub. Y OUNG LoCHiNVAR came out of the West," an enthusiastic bard once exclaimed. We repeat this statement, only our hero carriers away with him a more precious object, namely an accumulation of six years knowledge and ex- perience. His knowledge has in the later years of study developed from an undefinable something into a compact mass assuming a somewhat defi- nite shape, the Hebrew characteristics predomi- nating. His experiences cannot so easily be de- scribed. Indeed they are so varied that it would be foolish to even attempt to tell all of them. We shall content ourselves with a few. Even in his early days. Shrimp exhibited a marked tendency to skate. No doubt the roller-rink magnates of Ft. Wayne will experience an unprecedented drop in their business when Arthur decides to leave this fair hamlet. The Easier holidays bring especial joy to the heart of this happy-looking individual since they are the occasion of his annual visit to one of the many nearby lakes, for the express purpose of extracting from it vast, so he hopes, quantities of the elusive aquatic inhabitants. Sad to sav, the close of the final day usually sees the "vast quantities" dwindled down to two minnows and a craw- fish. May Schrimp have better success as a fisher of men. "I'll get there yet!" Albert A. Ruff Port Huron, Mich. Military— Corp. '16-"17, Sgt. 'IT. Drum Major "IT-'IS. 1st Lt. and Batt. Adj. ■18-"19. -Miscellaneous — Directorium ; Audit- ing Committee; Male Chorus, Pres. ; Orchestra; Qass Quartette. Accom- panist; Godard Trio; Klaxon Klub; Entertainment Club. Tt IS indeerl a difficult task to describe the proud possessor of this blonde hair and cherubic countenance. Percy's tastes run entire- ly to music, and as a piano virtuoso he is still searching for a competitor. As a soother his ren- ditions, be they ragtime or Hungarian Rhapsody, have no equal. Sometimes his performances on the ivories are accompanied by strains of his mellow voice for Percy is also an ardent ex- ponent of voice culture. We have often won- dered if frequent visits to restaurants are stimu- lating to a musical nature, for they certainly seem to do this gentleman much good. Of all his studies astronomy seems to be his favorite, which he diligently practices on Sunday night during winter, and every night during summer on the beaches at Port Huron. Percival per- sists in keeping us in the dark as to where he acquired his watch. It is an extraordinarv time- piece, showing a marT<.ed tendency to run slow on Sunday night. Our friend believes that \wimen should vole, wliich causes us to speculate, wliether or not he was persuaded at some time or other to accept lliis view. Percy has set as his life work the perfecl- inj; of ail invcniinn wlierehv a person may milk the cows al one i-nd and count, ihe loial profits at the other. Otto A. Schmidt St. Louis, Mo. Military— Corp. "IT-'IS, 1st Sgt. '18-'19. Athletics — Class Baseball. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation : Bowling Ass'n; Directorium, Vic2 Pres. ; Prima and Secunda, Vice Pres. ; Concordian '19 Staff; Web- ster-Schiller, Pres. '18; Class Quar tette; Paramounts; Klaxon Kliib: Entertainment Club. IZ" IND Reader, do not misjudge the physiog- -'■^ nomy portrayed above. For notwithstanding the fact that he comes from St. Louis, Joe is right there with the goods. He has been with us only three short years, hardly long enough for us to get acquainted with him. For Joe is a complex person. In the classroom he is one of our shin- ing lights, for he conquers all studies with equal ease. If you should happen to hear one of his fluent musical Latin translations you would be tempted to consider him a vocalist. You would be quite right too, for he is a fine tenor, and a meinljer of the class quartet. His literary qualities were responsible for his being elected to tlie vice presidency both of the stu- dents' library and of Prima and Secunda. But Joe also takes part in athletics, specializing in bowlmg. His hook, when working right, has won many a game for the Paramounts. He takes great interest in baseball and basketball, being a good performer in each. But his main forte seems to be walking, especially in good weather. Wliat his ambition is, we shall not attempt to conjecture, but we hope he will be as successful all around at St. Louis as he was at Ft. Wayne. "A Missouri Waltz" ;:j r'-'-'niiiir'ii Tr'fiiiiP'T'ii'''"!!""' Walter M. Schreiner Frankenmuth, Mich. Military— Corp. "le-'l?. Sgt. '17-18, Batt. Qm. "IS-'ig. Athletics — Class Basketball. Class Baseball, Class Track. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation; Paramonnts; Klaxon Klub: Enter- tainment Club. I Inkei," is perhaps the most feared man at the "bunk." Especially the lower class- men live in constant dread of his awe-inspiring ajipearance. Whv all this fear, for he looks kind and innocent enough? Well, Onkel is tlTe quar- tennaster, the slave-driver, the supervisor of the hard-laboring transgressors of some rule of die "Hausordnung." They are few and far between who have not, at some time or other, trembled at his authority. Upon receiving their first dose, some decided henceforth to keep to the straight and narrow path, yet there are a few culprits so hardened in their ways that even "Onkel" has almost given up hope ever to effect a cure. There is one formality in tliis "tyrant's" weekly routine which he never omits, that is a walk after devotion on Sunday night. Per- chance this hahit dates back to Frankenmuth days, yet we are aware of "Onkel's" strange fascination for Taber street. It is noticeable immediately when "Onkel" is absent from the classroom, for bis casual flr>% witty remarks keep many a jaded spirit from departing prematurely into the realms of Morpheus. May destiny have great things in store for you, "Onk." but don't be as rigorous a quar- termaster in future life as you were at Concordia. Thr pleasure of vacation Philip P. Schroeder Auburn, Mich. Military— Corp. '17-"18. 1st Sgt. '18- '19. Athletics — Class Track Team. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation, Pres. ; Vigilance Committee; Class Quartette; Entertainment Committee; Klaxon Klub. A LL Hail the big noise from Auburn, Mich. Before Philip graced these halls of learning with his presence, we had known of this name only as a conservative attribute of the substance with which some girls' heads are adorned. Pelops has managed, however, to put this little hamlet on the map and that most distinctly, too. If any mischief has been committed, trust to certainty that Philip was at the bottom of it all. He is always ready for some fim and as a jiu- jitsu exponent he reigns supreme. He is a firm believer in his own judgment of others and criticises most freely the faults and frailties of the weaker sex. Philip has a good voice and sings second tenor in the class quartette. We are not inquisitive — dear me, no — but we won- der where he practices his vocal powers. Pelops finds it exceedingly difficult, yea, almost heart- rending to part from her — his mother we mean — for which reason his return from the Christ- mas holidays is habitually delayed several ris- ings and settings of the luminous heavenly orb. Philip v.mII perhaps spend his later years trying to convince people that his insomnia cure is the best on the market. It worked at Concordia. "His favorite tooast" Adolf H. Smukal Detroit. Mich. -Corp. 'le-"!?, Lt. of Band MlLITARY- '17-'19. Miscellaneous — Coetus. Treasurer; Business Manager, Alma Mater Sub- Staff; Sec'y-Treas., Directorium; Vigilance Committee; Orchestra; Band, Director; Class Quartette; Godard Trio: Entertainment Club; Webster-Schiller. Pres. "19: Klaxon Klub. I-' F.KHAPS Tills gentleman's greatest quality is his inability to sit still. Always on the go, al- ways something to do for the good of Concordia, that's what has endeared Schmuck to all who know him. Indeed many duties have been thrust upon him. Though an A 1 performer on about sixteen different instruments, he is es- pecially fond of his violin, and is therefore a much sought for soloist. Besides being the mainstay of the orchestra, he is chiefly responsi- ble for the success of the band, which has never before approached so closely the stale of per- fection. JNext to music, handling the francs occupies his attention. The gathering of the coetus dues, which are alwavs shy in puttbig in their appearance, as well as the directing of the affairs of the Alma Mater at the bunk, Schmuck supervises with careful diplomacv. In fart, the sharjj insiglit and the clear judgment lie displays in all matters, are qualities much sought after and highly respected. But this personification of energy craves still more activity. "Hey. .Schmuck, I lost my Toothbrush." and Schmuck must search it out, and to bis credit let it be said that he usually finds the object of his search. Later life will probably find him connected with either the Boston Opera Company or the I . S. Secret Service. Alfred J. Stoskopf Mitchell, Ont., Canada Miscellaneous — Directorium ; Bowling Ass'n ; Male Chorus, Vice Pres. ; Klaxon Klub. Vi/ HO IS that imposing spectacle meandering aimlessly along the highway? That is "Buck," the Canadian marvel with the short hair. This constitutes his principle feature, for he per- sists in keeping the capillary substance on the pinnacle of his cranium constantly abbreviated. For this reason he uses Bon Ami as a shampoo, and it "has not scratched yet." An unfortunate incapacity of one of his pedal extremities pre- vented "Buck" from casting his lot whh the Military Department. Necessity caused him to visit a specialist at St. Louis and after a success- ful operation he returned into our midst, loud in the praises of the metropolis where his cure had been effected, and the more zealous to serve the "bunk" to which he had been permitted to return. During the war "Buck" was anxious to assist his country in some way. Infantry and naval service being denied him, he conceived the idea of joining the Canadian Aviation Service. Fortunately the enemy capitulated before we could lose "Buck." for we should hate to see him give up the studies which have become so familiar to him. He can even distinguish an "a" sharp from a "pp" wherefore he holds the position of Vice President of the Male Chorus. However, 'hie finis fandi." Requiescat in pace! ''Me for Canada" Paul F. Stueckler Birmingliani. Ala. Military— Corp. '16-'17. Sgt. 'IT-'IS. 2nd Lt. '18-'19. Athletics — Class Baseball. Miscellaneous — Board of Sanitation; Supervisor of Natatorium; Mimeog- rapher; Klaxon Kliib. I HE Only quality which this changing person has inherited from the sons of Ham is his terrihle fighting nature. Always more than will- ing to defend his pet theories with decisive blows from an entirely unwelcome paw. he has earned for himself the cognomen "Pug." He is a hap- py-go-lucky fellow, who takes things just as they come, and sees onlv the silver lining of a dark cloud. Even extemps hold no terror for him. His spare lime he divides between mimeo- graphing and long hikes, the latter seeming alwavs to have Decatur as a definite terminal. Pug has never confided to us the ])urpose of these numerous visits, but since he has a sickly constitution, we suspect that he takes these long walks to regain his health. It is rumored that once, not wishing to walk the entire distance to Chicago, he boarded a freight train as the handiest object in sight. During the summer Pug either helps to concoct a well- known beverage or to remove hair from poor darkies in his father's tonsorial parlors. "I'se all gwine charge yo" folitv cents fo" dis "ere haih cut" has been the lamentable fate of many an unsuspecting negro. May Pug find happiness in the future, whether it be in painting the Inink. or in managing a street car in West Virginia. "If hen thf Bell rinii OS] ■■lilillilllliil IP ^^^I^ Oswald S VOLZ Sebewaing, Mich. MiLITAR 1st Sg • — Corp. '16- t. '18-'19. 17. Sgt. Miscellaneous — Directorium, Pres.: Male Chorus, Sec"y; Class '19 Sec'y; Webster-SchiUer Sec'y; Class Quar- tette; Entertainment Club. Entertainment Club. I M.*.GIKE, Gentle reader, a glorious array ol books and manuscripts placed liigb upon a table, behind it a green eye shade and a well shaped head, and you have an almost accurate picture of our friend Oswald. When this husky lad arrived six years ago the faculty look one squint al his chirography and immediately de- cided that he merely lacked practice, and there- fore appointed him class secretary, which office "Bush" has faithfully filled. As an Information Bureau he has rendered invaluable service to his classmates. He was without doubt an "ever present help in time ol trouble.' Due to his pro- found literary ability Oswald was unanimously elected to the presidency of the Directorium anfl his inaugural address will long stand forth as a remarkable specimen of modern literature. Be- ing an expert shorthand artist, he willingly consented to compose a set of religious essays which have assisted several unsteady mates over a somewhat rough course. Oswald spends inuch time exercising his vocal chords, and his renditions have long since ceased to attract a mixture of boots, bottles, and bricks. Indeed, his rare ability has won for him the reputable position as soloisr on our class quartette. Prof. Volz intends to teach the young and inexperienced the rudiments of a brilliant penmanship until his hair turns gray. "In Michigan" Herbert R. Wacker Hamilton. Ohio MiLiTAjn — Curp. 'IS-'IG. Sgl. "lO-'lT. 2ik1 Lt. I. S. A. "17-"18. 1st Lt. "IS- A. E. F. 'IS-'ig. Athletics — Varsity Baskelball and Baseball before leaving to join colors. I— I AS Evi:r, a class made such a grand finale as arood old '19? Impossible, for they lacked First Lieutenant H. Wacker, A. E. F. Sounds big, doesn't it? But let us assure you that it is a great deal bigger than it sounds. Billy, as he prefers to be called, was one of the lOO'/f patriots that left Concordia in May. 1917, to join the colors. Of course he could not but rise by rapid strides. After five months of over- seas service he returned, coxered with glory, and missing a captaincy by a da\ — in our opinion worthy of a vet higher rank. But the love for old Concordia was rooted deep in his heart, and Billv returned to complete his course. We would fain dwell loud and long on his exploits in the .\rgonne. but he is such a modest chap that he won't give himself any credit. We envy Billy. He has licen through that mill from which men alone return. He has faced death on innumerable occasions. He lias met men and knows them. Above all he has gained invaluable experience which will stand him in great stead when life's battles must be fought. May Billy lead his Christian soldiers as successfully as he <li(l hi< men "Over There." Gift 0' the Going We cannot leave you much at most, You others who remain; A farewell handclasp, wishes true. The smile that masks the pain. These are the only gifts concrete That, parting, we can give; But will you mark these that are yours In Concordia's life to live? Gifts you hold cheap and commonplace. For they are yours each day. But we know them, going now. Would give our all to stay. Ah, come what may, we pray you still, Again and yet again. To these our gifts, your heritage. Hold fast like Concordia men: The sunrise o'er the eastern hill That stands beside our lake; The jostling crowd at reveille. Good-natured, half-awake; The comradeship through all the day Till by the tenon-tusk That juts away from old Fort Wayne, The quiet comes at dusk; The hush of "0. D." hard enforced. The clamor at tattoo; The silence, then again, at "Taps," That lasts the whole night through; The many-minded interests Of these too, too brief years. The teams, the "batt" and all the rest That come to earn your cheers; The merry joys that Christmas brings. And Easter time, and June; And all the friends to whom you bend The life that you attune: We give you these and take our leave — We may return again — But come what will, we pray you still Hold fast like Concordia men; To these, our gifts, your heritage. 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As the late war has shown to the entire world of what value military training is to men, so have twelve years of its existence at Con- cordia demonstrated the good which may be derived from such training at our college. This, however, was not the opinion of a great number when the faculty and the board of trustees thought of the possibility of securing a detail from the government. The sentiment that it would be of no value, or that it would even prove to be a detriment, was found not only outside of the institution, but also among the students. Good common sense, how- ever, predominated and the result was the establishment of a military department at Concordia under the leadership of Captain I. W. Leonard of the United States Army. This was in 1907. It was, indeed, no easy matter to take two hundred and fifty inexperienced men, who knew not the difference between squads right and squads left, and form an effective and well-drilled unit. With characteristic perseverence and patience he succeeded first in drilling a few men and then in forming a battalion of four companies, of which every student was a member. A jjand and signal corps were also organized. The efficiency of the battalion soon grew to such an extent that it surprised even its most enthusiastic sup- porters. After four year's of faithful service. Captain Leonard was detailed to another branch of government work. Captain C. E. Reese then suc- ceeded him, and under his supervision the efficiency and discipline were greatly improved and soon the cadet corps possessed the reputation of being one of the best-drilled units of its kind in the state. Lieutenant L. M. Purcell ~^\r/ss^ 4^=»ji»=^^j»=^ Thiril Liberty Loan Parade took charge of affairs after Captain Reese left us, but remained only a few months, as he was called to the Mexican border. Captain Geo. L. Byroade then served very successfully as commandant for a period ot three years, when he responded to the call of the great World War. From this time on we have been without a commandant, but the cadet officers have more than shown, that if need be, they possess the ability to manage the department by themselves. Knowing that everything depended on no one else but themselves, the cadets were pervaded with new enthusi- asm and a marked result was noted. Realizing the great need of practical tilings. Major Getting has during the present year laid great stress on points that would be of considerable value in time of war. This policy had already been adopted in the foregoing year, but its scope was widened, so that during the present year field-work and the more advanced lines of drill have stood at the head of tlie list. The importance of diis is obvious, and it has been greatly appreciated by the members of the cadet corps. No little pains are also taken wrdi the close-order and display drills. The snap and precision with which the various movements are executei merit distinction. To improve the health of the students, setting-up exer- cises are also held every morning before mess. We can say that the effect which military training has on the general healtli of the students is very great, but the extent of this can only be judged from actual experience. The events that carry with them the most interest are tlie annual inspection, the Memorial Day parade, the annual tournament, the presentation of a -^~>\ ~^^-=»^< sabre to the captain of the best-drilled company, and the promotion of officers. On inspection day almost the entire day is devoted to drills and maneuvers, with whicli the inspector has always expressed complete satis- faction. The past year has been an extremely successful one. The great need of real men for service every- where in later life has been realized and military training is eagerly and lieartily indorsed by all that have spent some of their years at Concordia, as a verv efficient trainer of men. lns,M;to Major Tliis year's tournament, held in April. was a pronounced success. As the cadets marched into the large drill-hall the spectators were taken by storm. "B" Company's execution of Butt's iVIanual and Company "A's" work in the close-order drills was most gratifying, while "C" Company, in fancy- drills, and Company "D," with dumb-bell exercises, brought forth unusual applause as a result of their clever work. The display drills by the battalion, as the final number, was the successful conclusion of a very interesting program. t tf Rookies. The Spirit of Concordia The Hope to win, the zeal to dare, Contempt for what is base and mean; Pride in achievement that is fair, And high regard for what is clean; The strength that is in brotherhood. The courage that proclaims success; The will to strive for what is good, And, first and always, manliness. Recruits. <:^^^^r==.i.^i^=^ <^!>#4H^^y^-' Honor Roll The Colleges aiul universities of our country were seriously affected by the war. The greater number of them suffered a decline in attendance. Among these was Concordia. All of our men that were eligible for the first 0. T. C. immediately volunteered, thus giving us a standing of one hundred per cent, ^'e are proud of — Gremel Grunau Klaproth Krause Kruse Levihn List, E. moehring Moll Sagehorn Schilf; a. E. F. schurdel Smith Strodel TODT TOERNE Wacker; a. E. F. ZlEROTT 4. ^^ZIS^^^ "^ THE COLORS COMMISSIONED OFFICERS Major Oetting PoLLE^i Captains Clausen Glaus LOESSEL '(1, First Lieutenants Kruse Plackemeir Huebnek Otte Ruff Schrelner bTUECKLER Second Lieutenants lARCHKE DlETZ FeHLAU ScHMUKAL THE CADET STAFF Getting Ruff schreiner goehring BusziN SCHOEDEL Major First Lieutenant and Adjutant Quartermaster Quartermaster Sergeant Sergeant Major Color Sergeant -^^3^^f,=^^r^F^,^^^^. ■j^^^^^^^feife ^<> 7A\ ^ '^^^^ % =>)^:=^if=^^'=i9=%=& o; s u ■Si •-J < o H (N ^ K W J )^ U K 1 g !M) W O o pi o o m M ? >H >< X, P5 U4 K D S a <x, <A tn m 'n ctj r/^ t- e> O a K p= w ;:^ u w = :d § S § S K ci « CQ CQ CQ CQ ?Q o ;^ OS c iS c c 1 a ec; o 2 S I* O Z 9 % us g w u w § ^ 3 O a; ?^ w 2 w < cd ;^ ■3 u M > hj H w K W 1-1 O (£ D i^;^uii^uijjj i^ H O i^ u ^ a w 2 g w 5 u W -J § z Dh "" -5i m ^ w s - z a; ^ J o w a z J « m fc" u o w cd w O <; w c« w J o K ^ O D W PS o < 03 oa CQ 00 m Q fc o O ffi K ■=^y^TF=S'=??-^ % \ / of M a z X a ^ o -i ^ 1. ^ 3 ■1 ^ Cv W Q Q D s -S zT o J c ^ a Qi Comp a o -2 e O K o H CQ a. o N h; D s 5 o z g Q W Z W ct; w" w N < '^ O K S O J <; z u f- *^ hJ W H U w K p S K u U u Z a <: a a U a u a u H O o w in eg W W W Q Z o Pi C/i cn rX) en H N N w Q W O OS w O a u S H H w 'it. Z ca C/} a o K w W U z o u u u W J O D < o w w c/^ ^ i^ :^ J ^ § Z Z ►^ 1^ u ■-^i P z z K m Q « m u a ^ w D o H K o ffi .Q o z 2 Q z o J U K CQ z Z 03 Z > u a z o 1 — s < Q w W w fc ^-5 )^ o CO ^ "!S cq ^ <o I— 1 S cri r/) iX) o ^ kj en " S W z < a S m a fc m^i Park f, efc ATHLETIC COMMITTEE Clausen Kruse Getting DORRE LOESSEL Plackemeir KOHN Luecke, Director W earers of "C" Baseball Schuessler Bakke . '22 Loessel . . '19 SlESS '23 GOEHRING '20 Getting . . '19 Stoffel '20 Going . '20 POHL ... '20 Waltz '19 HUEBNER '19 Schuessler . '20 Glaus Clausen '19 '19 Basketball DORRE . Labrenz Plackemeir "20 '20 '19 Schuessler Schumacher Spring Season, 1918 THE first baseball practice of the spring season was held on April 18th. After several weeks of try-outs, Capt. Heine an- nounced that the following would represent Concordia on the dia- mond: Bakke, c; Heine, p; Wein- hold, lb.; Huebner, 2b.; Waltz, ss.; Klapproth, 3b.; Schuessler, If.; Go- ing, cf. ; Goehring, rf. ; Getting and Loessel, utility men. Owing to the fact that Keb, former first-sacker, had left the institution, Weinhold was switched from his Capt. Loessel regular position at second to cover first, and the keystone sack was in- trusted to Huebner. Kohn, shortstop, had undergone an operation during the winter, and was unable to play when spring came. For this reason, Waltz was shifted to short from the outer garden, and Going was sent to center. These changes materially increased the slugging power of the team. The first game was played on May 4th, with the Lights-Dudlo team of the local Patriotic League furnishing the opposition. The visitors drew first blood, scoring in the initial frame on a pass and a double. Concordia's attack began in the third iiming, when successive hits by Schuessler, Klap- <:onn,nl,a rrr.us l!,„ht :^^^^^^^ proth, Bakke, and Huehner tallied three runs. After the first inning, Heine held the opponents at his mercy, while Concordia cinched the game in the fifth on singles by ^'einhold and Waltz, which, coupled with an error, netted two more markers. The final score was 7 to 3. Heine's pitching, the timely hitting of Bakke. and Huebner's fielding featured the contest. The second and last game took place on May 11th. Our opponents were the Badgers. Getting pitched his first game for Concordia, and, with the excep- tion of one iiHiing, held the enemy well in hand. The result was never in doubt after the third frame, when Concordia scored three on bunched hits and clever base-running. Although both teams hit safely seven times, all of Bahhc Concordia's hits were bunched in three innings, while Getting, aided by three double-plays, kept the visitors' hits well scattered. Score: Concordia, 9; Badgers, 3. Fall Season, 1918 After the sunnner vacation, college opened again on September 4th, and baseball practice began almost immediately. Of the spring team, Heine, Weinhold, and Klapproth had been lost through graduation and other causes, and the filling of their places proved no small task. The line-up, as finally decided upon by Capt. Loessel, was as follows: Bakke, c; Getting, p.; Loessel, lb.; Huebner, 2b.; Siess, ss.; Waltz, 3b.; Goehring, If.; Going, cf.; fi tl Stoflel Hoejerkamp Schuessler, rf.; Stoffel, Pohl, and Hoel'erkaiiip, subs. Clausen was appointed business manager Ijv the athletic committee, with Dorre as his assistant. The fall season was officially opened on September 21st, when we stacked up against the Ovelmos. Although they put up a game fight, they were not in our class, and the affair was little more than a practice game. The score was 11 to 4. The next game was the closest and best one of the season. The Badgers, city amateur champs, anxious to retrieve the laurels they had lost in tlie spring, challenged us. The gage of battle was at once taken up. For eight innings the score see-sawed back and forth, and in the last half of the ninth it was tied at six. Hits by Goehring and Schuessler put men on second antl third, and Getting won his own game with a drive through the pitcher. Bakke's hitting and Huebner's fielding featured the battle, the former getting three hits out of lour attempts, and the latter accepting ten chances without an error. Gwing to an oullireak ol Spanish influenza in ihc v\[\\ but one more game could be played, the Gvelmos again being our opponents. This team had strengthened its line-up by securing a number of semi-pro stars, and was out to avenge its previous defeat. Though they played a much better game than before, the best they could do was to score three times, while five Con- cordians crossed the plate. Going led the (Concordia attack with a single, a double, and a triple in three trips to the plate. Pohl and Stoffel played their first game, and bolh showed up well. Pohl dri\ ing in a run with a (hmbh^ in the fourth. Baskethall W ITH the completion of tlie base- ball season, basketball conies into its own. The great popu- huity of this sport at Concordia is due mainly to the fact that we have a fine gymnasium, with two playing floors, which gives every one an opportunity to indulge in his favorite sport. The call for candidates was issued by Clausen, captain pro-tern, about the middle of October, and the try-outs continued for several weeks. After ^^^'- ^^o^'sse' nearly a month of weeding out, the following were weighed and not found wanting: Clausen and Dorre, for- wards; Schuessler, center; Claus and Plackmeier, guards; Labrenz and Going, subs. After the latter had discontinued his studies here, Schumacher was taken from the Seconds and given a berth on the varsity team. Schuess- ler. the only veteran of last year's team, was chosen captain, while Loessel and Kohn were detailed to look after the business end. Capt H To give the fans an opportunity of seeing the team in action, an exhibition game was staged between the varsity and seconds, on Nov. 18. The more experienced varsity triumphed by a score of 34 to 12. The U. W. W. campaign then being at its height, another game was arranged, the receipts to go to this worthy cause. A good crowd turned out to help boost the fund, and saw the first team repeat its victory, the score this time being 55 to 15. Owing to the prevalence of Spanish Influenza, the college was closed down on December 8, and no more games could be played before Christmas. But immediately after the holidays Manager Loessel got busy and scheduled a game with the Zanesville Independents for January 11. This team, which had held the championship of northern Indiana for several years, was but a shell of its former self, and could do but little against the perfected team-work of our boys. The score was .59 to 17. Clausen was high man with twelve field goals, while Dorre and Schuessler each collected seven. The next game was one of the best of the season, tlie enemy being the hitherto invincible Phi Delta Kappa of Bluffton. Concordia played their opponents off their feet from the beginning, the first half ending 27 to 8 ■=»=»:^^=^=4»=#=?»=Y^ ^ ^^^^^^" rff"^ 14' in our favor. The team eased up perceptibly in the second half, and allowed their foemen to outscore them by two points, the final score being 40 to 23. Schuessler, Clausen, and Dorre each gathered six field goals, while Glaus put up one of the finest defensive games ever seen on a local floor. Having defeated the best in Indiana, we turned to Ohio and found the Grace Athletic Glub five of Lima anxious to lower our colors. The game was close throughout, but Goncordia always held the upper hand. Score: Concordia 42: Lima 3L Two states had been unable to produce a team superior to ours, and a third, Michigan was called upon, and she proved equal to the task. Our foemen were none otlier than the Rayls of Detroit, one of the strongest teams in the country. After tlie first ten minutes it was apparent that our boys were doomed to defeat, the superior size of the opponents (the weight of the Rayls ran all the way from Wasmund, who weighed a mere 160 pounds, to Voss, their huge center, who tipped the beam at about an eighth of a ton ) proving too much for our light but fast team. However, to lose to such a team is no disgrace and our boys had every reason to feel satisfied with their showing. At the close of the game the scoreboard said: Goncordia 17; Visitors 40. Clausen Determined to avenge our defeat, we next tackled Bluffton Mennonite College and trounced them to the tune of 38 to 23. The visitors could do nothing against the Goncordia defense, while the home team scored freely. Clausen led the scoring with seven field goals to his credit. The following Saturday the Y. M. 0. team of Detroit, the rival of the Rayls for the Michigan championship, ap- peared at our gym and was defeated in a game that was replete with thrills from start to finish, the lead switching back and forth no less than seventeen times. Concordia scored thirty points, while all the efforts of the \. M. 0."s netted them five less. The seventh game of the season was staged on March 1. against a team representing Co. D, of the Erie Prov- ing Ground, Port Clinton, Ohio. Though the soldiers won many friends by their clean playing and sports- -z^_ manship, they were no match for us. and lost by a score of 44 to 10. The Bluffton Phi Delta Kappa's, wlio iiad succumbed to our team earlier in the season, but had meanwhile an- nexed the state championship, came back for revenge, and. catching our boys off their form, avenged their previous defeat by taking home the long end of a 37 to 25 score. Schuessler led the scoring with five field KoaLs and nine free throws to his credit. > ^ B' ■*-^'' The first game of a series to determine the city champion- g^{\ ship was played against the T. 0. P. Club on March 15. When the first half ended with the enemy leading, 17 to 8, many of our supporters lost hope, but not so the team. Playing like wild men, they tied the score in the last five minutes of play, and then won out in a spectacular finish. Clausen did fine work, scoring at opportune moments, but the particular fea- ture of the game was the wonderful playing of Claus as back guard, who time and again broke up the opponents" attack. Claus The final game of the city series was played the next week, against the Saint Paul Nationals. This game proved to be the climax of a fine season, and was probably the closest ever played in Fort Wayne. The lead changed con- tinually until, with five minutes to play in the second half, the Nationals led, 2.5 to 22. Capt. Schuessler threw a foul goal and with the score-keeper's finger tightening on the trigger, Clausen shot a beautiful goal from the center of the floor. With the score tied, a five-minute over- time period was neccessary. After over half the time had elapsed, Schuessler scored another free throw, and Clausen's sixth goal of the game sewed up the match Tlie fine guarding of Plackemeier and Claus. and Cla'J- sen's shooting featured the contest. As a son of alleiinath to a very successful season, a game was scheduled with Culver Military Academy for March 29. our only game away from home. In a fast, clean malch our 'varsity tucked away another \iclury. winning l)y the score of 27-17. This gives us a record ol nine wins and onl\ Iwo defeats for the season, one ol which we and the team may justly be proud. The prospects for a winning team next year are exceptionally bright, for, al- though three of the regular will he lost hy graduation this year, a wealth of promising material remains, from which it should be easy to build up a strong, fast team. Capt. Schuessler and Dorre will be here for another season, and they, with this year's sub- stitutes and several men from the Sec- onds, ought to form an unbeatable combination. The first two will have profited considerably by tlieir experi- ence, and should form a nucleus around wiiich to build a team. May the coming season be as successful in every respect as was the past! Schumacher Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia Concordia 59 40 42 17 38 30 44 25 26 28 27 Zanesville 17 Bluffton 23 Grace A. Club 31 Rayls 40 Bluffton College 23 Detroit Y. M. 0 25 Co. D 10 Bluffton 37 T. 0. P. Club 21 St. Paul 25 Culver 17 Concordia 376 Opponents 269 Cheerleader Woldt m i Rear roii. lejt to right — Greinke. Liiecke, Kohtu Behrens, Franke Bottom roll — Broerman. Pohl. Capt.. Kriise '"No great team has Ijeeii developed without a good scrub." says an old foot- hall maxim, and this also holds good for basketball. After the Varsity team has been chosen, the best of the unsuccessful candidates are selected for the Seconds, who usually encounter some fast junior five in the prelimi- nary to the 'varsity game. After several changes, the Seconds finished their season with the following line-up: Capt. Pohl, Kruse, and Behrens. for- wards; Greinke, center; Franke, Broerman. and Luecke. guards. They lost but two games all season, one to the C. C. H. S.. who numbered three major league players among dieir line-up. and the otlier to the Burling- ton Specials, who had four major league players. In each case, the Seconds avenged their defeat by triumphing over their opponents in return games. Every real junior team met with was beaten decisively, and the Seconds ended the season in a blaze of glory by completely swamping the St. Paul Juniors, claimants of the city junior title. During the entire season they scored 344 points to their opponents 194. ^^'^^^g- Track SINCE the completion of the quarter-mile cinder track around our athletic field in the spring of 1917, track has become a major sport at Concordia. This track filled a long-felt want; without it, proper preparation for the annual Field Day had been nearly impossible, and, as a result, the marks made were frecjuently disappointing. Furthermore, until now all track activities have been limited to the Interclass Meet on Field Day. Now, how- ever, with all facilities at hand, we hope to see track-meets with other colleges or organizations, and also better marks. An improvement was noticeable already last Field Day, especially in the track events. The 22nd amnial track and field meet was held on May 25th. Probably no other Field Day aroused so much interest. The athletes had been training for over a month, and all were in excellent condition. While J. Pluvius had favored us with his usual cloudburst the day before, the morning of Field Day, contrary to custom, dawned with hardly a cloud visible. The only drawback was a strong wind, which slowed up the runners. Class feel- ing ran high, and the general opinion was that it would be a triangular fight between Prima, Secunda, and Tertia. Prima's chief strength lay in the jumps and weight events; Secunda depended on her runners to again carry her through to victory; and Tertia's hopes were based mainly on Klap- proth, the individual high man of the previous year. Secunda began with a rush, taking sixteen points in the first two events, by virtue of a first and a second place in each. Tertia. however, was always ! J ^^ within striking distance, until Klapproth had the misfortune to turn his ankle in his last trial in the running hroad jump, which he won. Although he gamely ran the 100-yard dash, he was unable to participate further, and with him Tertia's hopes vanished. Victory now lay between Prima and Secunda, and the race was nip and tuck, with '18 leading by one point after the discus hurl. In the following three track events, however, '19's runners took nineteen points to '18's none, and thereby carried off first honors for the second successive year. Kruse and Dietz, with 15 and 13 points respec- tively, were high men for Secunda, while Moehring and Polster, with 12 and 10 points, made the best showing for Prima. In the Sexta-Quinta events, Quinta as usual overwhelmed the Sexties, blank- ing them by the time-honored score of 23 to 0. Kleps and Maas starred in the junior events, while Abendroth made the only senior point by winning third in the pole vault. The seemingly poor time in Uie furlong is due to two facts, namely, that we have no adequate straightaway for this event, and secondly, that it was run directly against a forty-mile gale. The best mark of the day was Moehring's mark of 15 4^5 seconds in the hurdles. The summiiry of events follows: FIELD DAY, MAY 2.5, 1918. Standing Broad Jump Half Mile Shot Put Hurdles 660 yd. Run (S&Ql Running Broad Jump Pole Vauh Hop, Step and Junrj 100 yd. Dash High Jump 100 yd. Dash (S&Ql 220 yd. Dash 440 yd. Relay ( SX:Q I Mile Run Discus Hurl 440 yd. Dash Relay Race Schreiner Kruse Heine Moehring Klcps Klapproth Moehring* Polster Kruse Heine Kleps Dietz Quinta Kruse Polster Dietz Secunda '19 Heideman 'IQDietz '18 Moehring '18 Klapproth" '22 Maas '20iSchreiner '18'Waltz* '18 Reinke '19Klapproth '18 Dorre '22 Maas '19 Huehner "22 (Kleps, Maas. '19Pohl '18 Wold' '19i Huehner '19|(Volz, PoUex Schurdell Pohl Polster Dorre" Abendroth Reinke Abendroth Bufbheimer Doederlein Schreiner Trinklein Doederlein bendroth, Trinkl Schroeder '19 Schumaclier "21 List '20 laus, Kruse I 9-334" 2m.ns. :38'5:^ ," 1.5 4-5s. lm.43s. 18'33 j^s. 3'7" 38'3" 10 4-.5s. 11 2-5s. 28 l-5s. ein) . . . . 5m. 7 l-5s, 92'11?'4" 59 2-.5s. CLASS POINTS Prima 38 Secunda 56 Tenia 20 Quarta 7 Quinta (including S&Qi 21 Sexta 0 Tied m^ I l-^B fcrfA-^ Tennis 'T'HOUGH Concordia net enthusiasts lack the incentive of winning tiie much- coveted C, yet tennis has its share of followers here. The tennis club has grown steadily since its organization, and now boasts of a membership of more than thirty. The officers of the club are the president, the secretary- treasurer, and two ground-keepers. Hardly has winter disappeared when the ground-keepers appear on the scene and ruthlessly drag each member from his occupation, be it what it may, and order him to "get a rake or hoe and help put tlie courts in shape." Pro- tests and excuses are greeted with scorn. It is unnecessary to remark that the ground-keepers are not the most popular officials of the club. If the weather permits, tournaments are held each spring and fall, to deter- mine the championship. Owing to adverse weather conditions, the fall tournament could not be played, and, as we go to press, the spring event has not vet been arranged. W. LUECKE E. Behrens E. Beyer . E. BUCHHEIMER OFFICERS President Secretory-Treasurer Ground-Keepers |vv; i-f=2^;^^ iscclldneoCls :£_ Coetus 'T'HE entire student body constitutes coetus. As a member of the student body, each student lias the privilege of bringing before coetus any propo- sition which he deems necessary and essential to tlie support and maintenance of the student body. Coetus has no definite date for meetings, but convenes whenever necessity and the welfare of the student body requires. Among other things, coetus has full control over all athletic affairs. It defrays all necessary expenses and takes in all gate receipts. The chairmen are the president and vice-president of the senior class; the secretary and treasurer are elected annually. Worthy of special mention is the enthusiasm and ardor with which the students support the cause of Concordia. Every Con- cordian regards it as his solemn duty to uphold the good name and record of his Alma Mater to the utmost. This excellent spirit of the students has as yet not met its superior, for very few institutions can boast of such loyalty on the part of its students as can Concordia. Although coetus decides upon many questions necessary to the welfare of the student body, the real government of coetus lies in the hands of Prima and Secunda. It is practically the rules and regulations of this body that make coetus a self-governing body. The students gladly and willingly submit, because they know that all rules passed by Prima and Secunda are for die good of their Alma Mater. The co-operation of Prima and Secunda and the faculty deserves special mention. If the faculty deems the action and procedures of Prima and Secunda prudent, it sanctions the same. DIRECTORIUM AND LIBRARY 'T'HE directorium consists of fourteen members, who have complete charge of the library, a spacious and comfortable room on the second floor of the dining hall. Each librarian has charge of the library for one week at a time and is responsible for the cleanliness and good order of the library, and also for every book drawn and returned during that week. Students of the three upper classes only are eligible for a place on the directorium. The librarians are elected by coetus, as are also the officers of the directorium. No place on the college grounds is more frequented, no place better liked by the studiously inclined, than the library. The best and most popular papers and magazines afford the students a splendid opportunity to keep in touch with the outside world. English and German literature predomi- nates. Renowned scholars of the future are here seen hoarding knowledge day after day to such an extent that would surprise and alarm a Solomon. MUSIC IVTUSIC plays a prominent part in the activities of the students, for we know what irresistible and peculiar power the charms of music have over most people. Mr. John Verwiere, the instructor of the band, has expressed him- rr\~tr self as well pleased and satisfied with the progress of the band this year. The band has won the praise and admiration of the spectators at the basket- ball games in the last few years, but never before have the people applauded its efforts so fervently as this year. The orchestra also, thanks to the expert instruction of Prof. Gaston Bailhe, has made a reputation for itself. It is very proficient and always willing to render assistance in concerts and enter- tainments. The performances of die Prima Trio, which is composed of two violinists and a pianist, have gained for them a lasting and enviable reputa- tion. This trio is diligently practicing a number of selections for tlie com- ing concert, which should gain them more laurels. Concordia also boasts of two distinct choruses, the Male Chorus, composed of Seniors and Juniors, and the Junior Chorus, consisting of the remainder of the student body. The able direction of Prof. Walter Hansen soon changed the gloomy aspect for this year into one of joy and sunshine. Both choruses are at present busily engaged practicing a number of selections for the coming concert. The Prima quartette is fully justified in its boast of the select vocalists of the student body. It can rightfully claim the distinc- tion of being the best and most enthusiastic of all quartettes and octettes that have ever represented this institution. How often have not their melodious and harmonizing voices won the praise and applause of die hearers! This quartette is diligently practicing many selections and intends to give many rare treats in the future. If the present organizations continue their good work, Concordia will have the perfect right to feel proud of its repre- sentative vocalists. LITERARY SOCIETIES IVTEVER before has Concordia displayed such remarkable enthusiasm in respect to literary societies as in the present year. Everywhere we notice students conversing about the lectures of some certain professor or discussing the debates and other numbers of the foregoing meeting. Every class from Quarta to Prima has a literary society and is assisted and led by a member of the faculty. As is natural, each class boasts of its many good merits, desisting, however, from mentioning the weak points. Thanks to the efficient guidance of the professors, these literary societies have improved rapidly and beyond expectations. Many debates and discussions of interesting topics have raised the standard of the societies at least one hundred per cent. The presence of the professors is in itself a considerable advantage. THE COLLEGE STORE IVFATURALLY there must be a way to satisfy the hunger and thirst of the students. Follow a student, whom you see rushing from the dormitory to the old building, and you will see how it is done. You will soon find your- self in a spacious room in the old building called the "Stationery." Here you will obtain a splendid view of an overcrowded counter. One is calling <:^<»^»=?»=;^»^^^' } for his favorite morning luncheon, a bottle of milk and some cookies, another is viewing the candy showcase, looking for his favorite dainty. On the other side of the counter you will notice three well experienced Jews, who, to say the truth, are too experienced to be called "ordinary students." All are very apt in this line of business and are proud possessors of comfort- ing and soothing voices sufficiently enticing to persuade anyone to open negotiations with them. These "Jews" are no "nickel snatchers," as has been the case in former years, when five cents was a large amount of money, but they begin with six cents now. The "Store" was formerly, as the name "Stationery" indicates, merely a shop in which school supplies were sold. A number of years ago, cookies, candy, milk and the like were added. From a small insignificant affair, the "Stationery" has developed into a prosperous "general store." ROOTERS' CLUB. A T ALL higher institutions of learning we find rooters' clubs, but it is doubtful whether any other institution surpasses Concordia in the loyalty and spirit of its rooters' club. Not for a number of years past have the students disclosed such spirited enthusiasm in the support of their 'varsity teams as in the present year. Although it often seemed as if our players had lost all hope in victory, yet, spurred on and encouraged again and again by the cheers and yells of their fellow students, they have frequently changed defeat into glorious victory. Many new yells and cheers have been added this year, which have aided in expelling listlessness and in restoring interest in the spectators as well as in the students. KLAXON KLUB /^F COURSE most of the "rooting" is done by the loyal Rooters' Club, but we must not exclude tlie Klaxon Klub, whose nineteen members have proved diemselves enthusiastic and highly efficient in this respect. These nine- teen members take advantage of every available moment to give one of their original and vociferous yells. BOWLING ALTHOUGH basketball and Ijaseball occupy most of the leisure hours of the students, yet mention must be made of the two excellent bowling al- leys, which occupy a part of the space in the basement of the dining hall. Many students, who do not participate in basketball find great pleasure in bowling on these alleys. These alleys have furnished much entertainment for those who delight in this sport and have aided greatly in passing many dreary hours. Matches are frequently arranged between two strong teams. These contests always prove interesting and are watched with a great deal of interest by many spectators. lis/ -,:;gg=»:iii<=;^c^c^. r^i Professors' Residences Jokes At any penitentiary, over one-half of the men are single. Does that prove that a man is safer in jail than married? Definition given by sclioolboy for "rough rider": Eitlier "The Wabash" or Wm. S. Hart. Prof. — "You can lead a horse to the water, but you can't make him drink." The Light (that failed) — "Feed him salt." K. — "Your sister is getting fat." F. — "I suppose that's from working at Schantz' Studio." K. — "What has that to do with it?" F. — "Why, that's where she is developing." A clergyman, who was not disinclined to an occasional glass, hired an Irish- man to clean out his cellar. He brought out a number of empty whisky bottles and, as he lifted each one, looked to see if there was anything in it. The clergyman, who was walking in the yard, noticed liim and said: "They are all dead ones, Mike." "They are," answered Mike. "But there is one thing good about it. They all had the minister with them when they passed away." AFTER JULY 1? If love is blind, is marriage an eye opener? A "League of Nations" dance is advertised. Does it give the men the free- dom of the seize, girls? B. C. 1000 "I went to bed in a wooden house and woke up in a stone house." "Impossible." "The wind blew so it made the houses rock." RiTTAMEL — "There was a big explosion last night." Heidemann — "Where?" RiTTAMEL — "The wind blew up the river." Prof. — "What were the two parts of my sermon?" \ oice — "The beginning and end. Professor." There is a fallacy among the aborigines of Ombompoint or Ixonia that by saving the little round pellets punched out of transfers by conductors enough can be secured to make another transfer. g;t<:;Ar:^^=c-s^=:^. f I Up DEDICATED TO 'TOOLISH" Althougli at one time excruciatingly popular, whiskers have now fallen ofl in sales fearfully. They were formerly used as ballast for the chin and no statesman was official without a complete set of soup fenders. No matter how much you cut 'em off, there always seems to be a lot of whiskers left inside your face. Whiskers are very economical, but without 'em you have to wear a necktie. The bow and stern of a yacht should always be on different ends of the boat. If the bow and stern are on the same end of a craft, something is radically wrong with the architecture. Being 500 feet from the ground, the windows of the Washington Monument are fairly safe from prying pedestrians. (Going up, girls?) Autoists complain tliat the roads are in a bad condition east of Atlantic City. It you place your carpet on your ceiling it will wear longer. Door-knobs are not edible. Kruse, take notice: The best way to sprint is first on one foot and then on tlie other. Athletics were at a standstill until some jihilanthropist bequeathed us with a chess field. Hic — "The doctor says that if I keep on working at this pace after money I shall be a wreck at 45." Haec — "Never mind, dear; by that time we shall be able to afford it." FAVORITE EXPRESSIONS OF ? Is that so? That is, to a certain extent. Beg Pardon? Aw, I don' wanna. Of course, that's woman. He's bumming. Is she doing any war-work? I should say so; she even smells of powder. Newly Installed — "What did you think of the sernion on Sunday?" The Woman — "Very good. So instructive. We reallv didn't know what sin was till you came here." "Buy some flowers for your wife?" "But I'm not married." "Then buy the whole lot to celebrate your luck." ?tir <=»?»^<^=^^' The hours were flying by, antl still he remained with her. "Do you like music?" she inquired. . . "Yes." he replied. "I am always carried away by music." She flew to the piano and played several airs. Then she turned and looked at him. "You are not gone yet?" "No," he answered. "But you told me that you were always carried away by music." "Yes," he retorted, "but I said music." THE REL. PERIOD Stoskopf — "Mine end is not yet come." Sentry — ""Halt! Who is there?" Voice — "Chaplain." Sentry — "All right, Charlie; pass on." In the early days of baseball the side which lost the toss had to break the news to the umpire's family. Can you foresee what the effect of this latest excitement is going to be? Not exactly; but I take it for granted it will make something go up. Barber (entertaining his customer as usual) — "Your hair is getting very gray, sir." Customer — "Fm not surprised. Hurry up. Father gave me a new watch for Christmas, but I don't like it. Why not? It's too bashful. It holds its hands in front of its face ali the time. Do ladies" eyes kindle the only fire that has no insurance? The first duty of bachelors — to ring the city belles. ? When man was made, God sent a helper to him. And so she proved, for she helped to undo him. A couple of Freshmen tiiought they would have some fun with a newsboy whom they were about to pass. One of them said : , "Say, Johnny, what time is it by the end of your nose?" "I don't know. Mine ain't running; is yours?" In 1922 * Young Minister (receiving gift of fountain pen) — "Thank you. I hope I shall be able to write better sermons." i;.: The Lady — "I hope so." m -^^-^^,^^ TO OUJ^ Advertisers 'esJ THIS ANMUAL ^>?itn many others ^\?as Printea in the House ^/ Severinghaus BECAUSE: Q We print hundreds of similar publications, all bearing the marks of careful, distinctive workman- snip. ^ Tne composition is uniform in design— tne ads are planned, not merely set. fl The pictures are clean— clearly produced— and even in color. Colleges — Manufacturers — Merchants and Societies— wanting Hign-graae Publications, Books or Catalogs in EKfGLISH, GERMAN or RUSSIAN should consult our service department. S e\)eringhaus Printing Co. West 1446 2141-49 Ogden Avenue ESTABLISHED 1875 : : : : CHICAGO, ILL. I IN BOTTLES DELICIOUS AND REFRESHING Manufacturers of Quality Sodas Cascade Ginger jJle) Buck Eye Root Beer > Cherry Blossom J and Fourteen Other Brands of Standard Favors Coca-Cola Bottling Wks., "Inc." WILBERT R. NEWLIN, Mgr. I :: :: I I Guns I Fishing Tackle I Carlton Canoes • Fire Works Ammunition Repairing Base Ball Supplies Athletic Goods Campers Outfits Dog Collars, Etc. PHONE 2827 ESTABLISHED 1874 Evinrude Motors Trautman & Trautman Sportsmen's Emporium 221 EAST MAIN STREET FT. WAYNE, IND. Meet us at AURENTZ Leading Confectioner ii8 West Wayne Street Fort Wayne, Indiana TOD'S Buj) a bicycle, but buj) it at KLEIN'S Bicycles and Sporting Goods Carl E. Klein 1318CalKounSt. FOR- Hats, Caps. Shirts and all men's furnishings which >will suit the purse as well os the person. I0"o discount to the faculty) and students of Concordia College. Tod's TvJo Stores 814 and 1009 CalKoun St. Fort Wayne, Ind. We specialize in Fresh Roasted Coffees and Home Made Bake Goods Hinton Coffee Roasterie 1818 CalKoun Street Phone 3606 Ft. Wayne, Ind. = Phone 7637 I Fort Wayne, Ind. Corona TypevJriter j Royal Typewriter I A. B. Dick Mimeograph 1 Rotarj? Neostyle s Repairs and Rentals I Fort Wayne Typewriter Exchg. ] 723 Clinton Street | Fort Wayne, Indiana 1 Zimmermann Pharmacy 1201 Lafayette St., Cor. LevOis Phone 47 Fort Waj)ne, Indiana I ^;^<^^>^ii^=pi.-=»=p=^^-^r 1^ j'y , J „ ■ 4ou do not simplj) reproduce music. W jfcfj ,You proJuee i{ - iikt par( m rfs proJuc-^ion. f Iwo instrumeais m one : Jie mrerpre/er /or f^^^\ Thfpanowrme All Concordians are aequainted with the high ideals of Concordia College and the extreme care and :h<>r»>usliuess of the faculties in upholding the standards founded long ago and uplifting of them when- evei- possible. The .Music Departments of Concordiia Colleges in Indiana. Missouri. Illinois, Kansas and Oregon are using the Packard Piano exclusively and many of Ihe professors and instructors have the Packard in their homes. No better choice could be made to yield the desired satisfaction; no finer selection could be asked, for no finer piano exists. And all Cnncordians and those who know what "Concordia" stands for will accept the fact that "The Packard." as the Official Piano of good old Concordia, is sufficient proof and reliable reconmienda- tion that they need li)ok no further, when buying an artistic and first class ijiano — Grand. Upright * THE PACKARD PIANO COMPANY FORT WAYNE, INDIANA WM. DIEDRICH Painter and Decorator 680 Gratiot Ave. Detroit, Mich. l^Em. 'I tell you men ISRAEL'S the store to SAVE" Tbex>JlAra€l toil CAXMOUN SS. Fort iraviic, hid. f PHOTO SUPPLIES J LEATHER GOODS j TENNIS RACKETS I NETS AND BALLS I Lehman i Book <^^d Stationery Co. i Fort Way lie. I ml. 1283 Berrj) Street D. G. 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The Rurode Dry Goods Company Fort Wayne, Indiana Compliments of The Miller Candy Co. Candies of Merit Phone 650 FORT WAYNE, IND. ;###^{=^ fl Liebig Solid Back Brush Machines The recognized standard of the American and Foreign Brush Markets Liebig Machines mean efficiency Efficiency means capacity Capacity means profits MR. BRUSH MANUFACTURER:- Have you labor difficulties Get a Liebig Machine Are you unable to meet your competitors prices - Get a Liebig Machine Is the demand for your handmade brushes decreasing Get a Liebig Machine If you wish to increase your business, investigate LIEBIG SERVICE Our technical knowledge and experience is at your disposal Write for Catalogue, terms, etc. William Liebig & Company General Office and Factory 96-100 Leiand St., Detroit, Mich. Domestic and Foreign Representative E. G. 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OHIO CENTRAL BUILDLNG The man xOho cannot see straight, | cannot think straight and the man I who cannot think straight cannot ! act correctly. i Rogers glasses are worn b>) cap- j able thinkers ana ef^jicient workers | inhere. ! I 1 Patronize fhe Stationer}? W. CLAUSEN M. HUEBNER K. ZIEGLER ^.==0=^^.=^.^^ Success and Greeting; to the Class j of ICHQ ! [ Salzburg Hardxv'are Co, I JOHN W. PUTZ, Prop. ! Bay City Michigan ■ 1 I. Pelzweig Jeweler ana WatcKmaker 1330 CalKoun Street Pncne 1806 Fori Wayne, Indiana I Wm. Bradtmiller ' I Wm. Pape & Sons Dry Goods & Gents' Furnisnings 1031-1033 Maumee Avenut Fort \\'a\iK-, Ind. Wall Paper and Paints 227 E. Wa>)ne Street Phone 455 Fori Wayne, Indiana Metropolitan Bowling Alley Ten Pins, Five Back Duck Pins Open All the Year Around East Wayne St. P'ort W'avnc. ind. Tne Ortner Co, GENERAL MERCHANDISE Frankenmuth, Mich. Eagle Laundry) Company A Modern Sanitary* Plant 1837-41 S. 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Free catalog and complete particulars on request. The Henderson -Ames Co. Kalamazoo Michigan Buy Clothes at The Upstairs Store Save $4 to $11 Young Men 's Smart Styles Best Qnalitv Wayne Clothes Shop 714 Calhoun St. Lpstairs FORT WAYNE, IND. COMPLIMENTS OF CHAS. SCHEWE DETROIT, MICH. COMPLIMEXTS OF CHARLES GAUSS Wholesale Tohacoonist Detroit, Mich. A. and I. Leather Shop E.xcliisirr Af^ents Hartnuiii Trunks Bat:s ami Suit (]ases. Stationery. Gift Cards. Gilts, and Novelties 827 Callioun Street I' i>rt ]]'a\nc. I luTiiua :^ -TJ=>i;=-;<; If cri^-rjioecjocj^g^ The RUFF Condensing Evaporator requires no water, requires no vacuum pump, requires less coal, requires no expert to operate same, and Makes the finest condensed milk, the kind that makes the best flavored ice cream. The RAHMMUEHLE Emulser will emulsify and pasteurize your mix in one operation, insuring a low bacteria count and a perfect emulsification. % T Cream Production Company Pt. Huron, Mich. ^A Wh, Franli C Hill^er \ Moellering Bros. & \^^^ R.,.i i Millard L oiesale LUITlDer MILLWORK, DOORS. FINISH MOULDINGS, ROOFING COAL AND WOOD I8I3-I9I3 E. Wa^ne Street Phone 876 FT. WAYNE, IND. T)rink, Hires Root Beer Sheele BoTTLiMG Works Manujacturers of High Grade Soda Water I 2331 Miner Street Phone 6299 fort Wayne. Iiniiaiui Wholesale Grocers 110-112 W. Columbia Street WAREHOUSE 1301 -1305 La Fayette Street FT. WAYNE, IND. SIEVERT SMARTEN ELECTRIC CO. DYNAMO and MOTOR REPAIRING Phones Armitage 2934-6026 1249-51 Bauwans Street, CHICAGO Dr. M. E. Leininger iimtifit Office Hours: 9:00 to n:oo A.M.. ,:oo EiJenings, TuesdaiJ and Saturda>> 7:00 to 8:30 P. M. Office Telephone 3104 LYRIC BLDG. I^^^^^^'.' RY& .'BAILEY Prompt Printers 1118 CALHOUN ST. PHONE 1782 Quality Work ASK US ABOUT FAMILY WASHING Banner Laundry Company 425-43 1 E. Columbia Street PHONJE 103 Schiefer Shoe Store 108 E. Columbia Ease for jJour feet, comfort for your nerOes and economj) for -^our pocketDook — our Joolwear & w Agenc\} at Concordia College COMPLIMENTS OF PERFECTION BISCUIT COMPANY FORT WAYNE, INDIANA rui PERFECTION WAFERS BAKERS OF PERFECTION CAKES PERFECTION BREAD Great features toward success in any business: Courtesy— Honesty in all Dealings— Right Prices- Give the Very Best for the Money— Do the Best You Can to Keep Your Custo- mers and Your Customers Will Keep You. Ask Concordia Boys About Us. Fort Wayne Hardware and Sporting Goods Company 610-612 Calhoun Street Phone 204 F. BAEHKER Manufacturer and Designer of Electric and Combination Fixtures All kinds of Plating done Office. Faclury and Sfiowroom: 2531 Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, References: Concordia Teachers Col Lutheran College, River Forest, 111. and many Lutheran Churches all over U. S. A. '■ ' ■:=^r:=:'=:^^t=- --=i.r-.,^=^^=^?=^ 1 ^^-^^ 1 -0 ' > 1 1 vings are us< d in Yours <l (In-opciation. For er.- in their ilealing d a \aluable hand- g for (College and ilaiiiing 164 pages s, and giving com- rd to planning your on of copy, and or- his book sini]ilifies iiistakes, and means it lowest cost. We end a copy to the for u hich we make .= S^l OMPAN NGRAVERS NAPOLIS, INDIA ns Why Stafford Engra ly they should be use E^-^iiSE^sl^'-^l ^ = * <u „ > = ra E S- - •- '=£' i -r 0 0 s -2 3 u t: .^'- c 5 i: — s .a c/j ca 0- a,'^ c ^ — J. — commencement imitations, fraternity slalioi plate engraving or steel die embossing. \\ c el\ lo this class of work, and give vou bolh s on request. NGRAVING C DESIGNERS -:- E INDIA Reaso and w c. i~ (piality. . our organi? erI in half-to nd designs ff is. We have and every fa quality work y Aci.l Bias leaner, deepe lethod most t ier for vour ob. rd make \()ur other cop|)er oted exilu-ix les with prici are Two Annual he lir^t. of i-ours of specialization le unusually e\p , zinc etchings, a chool puhlicatior hop e(|ui])ment 3t production of he famous Lev our half-tones a c g than the tub n and makes it ea;- ■ou a lirsl class j Lei Siaffo cards, and any de|iartmenl de\ service. Samp FFOR RTISTS Y BUILDING I y , r: ^ 1 \ cars hecon plates and s best prom gives etchir used, give <^5 ^ 5 1 H.S c/i S 7' 1 J 1 4! •!H 1 ;.jj .-^yj.--,—, — ,- — , -..,--.^-, ^ =■' — ' '<-—^'>^-,h'^-'- PAGE 144 Here's to the Success of The Concordian '20 DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR SUBSCRIPTION IN EARLY The Class of 1919 if I Please Patronize Those Who Pationize Us ife Abler Dairy Company ....... 131 A. & I. Leather Shop ..-..-.. 139 AURENTZ .......... 123 Baade Book and Supply COiMPANY ...... 137 Baehker 143 Banner Laundry Company ....... 142 Bradtmiller ---.-.... 133 Brelmeyer ..--...... 137 Bruder-Calhoun - - - - - - - - 125 Buehl & Born ......... 125 Coca-Cola -.----.. . . 122 Cleary & Bailey ......... 142 Diedrich . 124 Eagle Laundry - - - - - - - - - 133 EcKART Packing Company ...... 137 Fasholz ....... ... 131 Fischer Bros. Paper Company .... . . 127 Fort Wayne Drig Company .... ... 131 Fort Wayne Hardware & Supply Company .... 143 Fort Wayne Typewriter Exchange - . . . . 123 Gauss ........ . . 139 Golden ....... - - - 125 Henderson- A MKS Company .... . . 133 HiLKER - - - 141 Hinton Restaurant ...... . . 133 Hinton Roastekie ..--.- ... 123 holterman ....... . . 130 H. M. L. 135 hublnger ....... . . 125 Israel ....---- ... 125 Klaen & Melching ..-.-- . . 134 Klein - - - 123 Kramer . - - - - - - - - - - 136 Lehman Book & Stationery - - - - - - - 125 Leininger --.---.- . . 141 LlEBIG --..-.-- ... 129 Meinzen .-...-.- . . 136 ^^ 4»?^:^»=^- 'l.^u^ Mertz 12^ Metropolitan ..--..--. 133 Miller Candy Company ....... 128 MOELLERING BrOS. & MiLLARD ....-- 141 National Mill & Supply Company --.-.. 126 Ortner ....-.--.. 133 Packard Piano Company ....... 124 Pape 133 Pelzweig .......... 133 Perfection Biscuit Company ...... 143 Pfeiffer Hardware Company ...... 132 R. 126 Rogers -......-..- 132 Ruff 140 RuRODE Dry Goods Store ....... 128 Salzburg Hardware Company ...... 133 Schanz Studio ......... 130 Schlatter Hardware Company ...... 127 SCHEWE .......... 139 Schmidt Hardware Company ...... 123 ScHEELE Bottling Works ....... 141 Scherer Baking Company ....... 136 Schiefer Shoe Store ........ 142 Severinghaus Printing Company ..--.. 121 SiEVERT & Marten ........ 141 Spiegel Piano ......... 127 Stafford Engraving Company ...... 144 Stang 136 Star of the West Milling Company ..... 131 Stationery ......... 132 Strodel Company ......... 134 Tod Hat Store 123 Toenges Shoe Store ........ 127 Trautmann & Trautmann ....... 122 Wayne Clothes Shop -----... 139 Wayne Knitting Mills - - 132 Wayne Tobacco Company ....... 135 Wiegmann Sporting Company ...... 126 Wolf Bedding Company - 135 Zimmermann 123 ^.fcfCIOts"" Our Last W ord To our friends, who by their support and encouragement have made this book pos- sible we, the Class of 1919 gratefully tender ovir thanks. May we be judged not by our mistakes, but according to our intentions. : : : J^