CLASS OF N.U.H. TO GRADUATE TONIGHT

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Exercises Will Be Held in Turner Theatre. President Mueller To Present Diplomas.

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JUDGE OSCAR

HALLAM IN

COMMENCEMENT

ADDRESS

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Popular Candidate

for United States Senator Will Be in New Ulm.

Class Day Exercises.

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GRADUATES.

ENGLISH COURSE.

ANDERSON, GRACE SYLVA

CORDES, VIOLA

DIRKS, EMERALD FRANCIS

FORSTNER, FRANK

FRANTA, HERBERT J.

GEBHARD,ROY M.

GEBHARD, WESLEY

GEWERTH, MINNIE M.

HAUENSTEIN, JULIA L.

HAUGEN, DORIS

HOUGH,CECILIA C.

JUENEMANN,ROBERT H.

MILLER, ERNALD C.

MUESING, OSCAR F.

NELSON, IONA R.

NELSON, PLYMOUTH

PFEIFFER, ROY H.

SCHLUMPBERGER, LEANDER

SCHNEIDER, LUCY V.

SCHUELLER, JOSEPH B.

SIEVERT, HENRY F.

SPAETH, CARL G.

SOLBERG, MARVIN A.

NORMAL TRAINING.

ARNDT, FRANCIS

HEINRICH, MABEL

JACOBSON, OLGA

MIDTBRUGET, EFFIE

OLSON, MARIE HELEN

PAULSON, MYRTLI

PROM, MARTHA

SYNSTEBY, VENUS

HOME ECONOMICS.

EPPLE MILDRED M.

FREDERICKSON, FLORENCE H.

HELLMANN, FLORENCE M.

HUELSKAMP, BLANCHE M.

OLSTAD, FREDA I. H.

PETERSON, IRMA

SCHLEUDER, LORNA W.

SEIFERT, MYRA L.

SCIENTIFIC.

GEHRKE, AURIE

GUGGISBERG,CAROLINE M.

WILLIAMS, DAVID

ZIMMERMAN,VICTOR S.

LATIN COURSE.

HINTZ, ELIZABETH

KRETSCH, ELVERA D.

MATHER, AMY

SCHLEUDER, LORNA W.

COMMERCIAL.

MUSKE, IRENE E.

ROLLOFF, CLARENCE A.

MUSKE,IRENE E.

ROLLOFF,CLARENCE

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This evening at Turner theatre the forty-eight graduates of the New Ulm high school, members of the senior class of 1923, will be given their “sheep skins” by President A.W. Mueller of the Board of education.

Turner theatre will be packed, as by the relatives, friends and well wishers of the members of the class. It is an auspicious occasion.

Judge Hallam Here.

Oscar Hallam, who recently resigned from the state supreme bench following his announcement that he would be a candidate for States senator to succeed the late Knute Nelson, will deliver the commencement address. It is indeed fortunate that Judge Hallam was secured by the school board to deliver the address as it will give the residents of New Ulm and vicinity an opportunity to see one of the most popular candidates for Senator Nelson’s place in the upper house of the national congress, in action.

Commencement Program.

The Commencement program this evening will be opened by a selection,”Morning Mood,” by the Girls’ Glee club. This will be followed by another selection by the Girls’ club, “Anitra’s Dance.” Both selections are by Grieg. The Boys’ Glee club will render two selections, “Lassy o’ Mine,” by Edward J. Walt and “Gypsy Trail,” by Tod Galloway.

The address of the evening by Judge Hallam will then be given. Miss Mary Kemp, musical director of the local schools, will render a vocal selection and the announcement of class honors will be made by Principal R. J. Stewart. The diplomas will be presented by President A.W. Mueller. The program will close by the Glee club rendering “I Love a Little Cottage,” by Geofrey O’Hara.

There were no class-day exercises arranged this year.

High School Honors.

Caroline Guggisberg is valedictorian of the senior class, while Freda Olstad is salutatorian. The following seniors were elected to the senior class merit list by the faculty, the choice being made on scholarship, literary ability, athletics, interest in school activities and citizenship in school throughout the four years: Caroline Guggisberg, Elizabeth Hintz, Oscar Muesing, Clarence Rol-off and Lorna Schleuder.

The honor students in the high school, ranking highest in scholarship in all classes, are: Erna Grussendorf, Elizabeth Hintz, Amy Mather, Irma Peterson, Margaret Schmid, Doris Haugen, Fred Lippmann, Alice Meile, Lorna Schleuder, Henry Somsen and Hilda Steinmetz.

The Sigel trophy award for declamation and oratory was won by the Sophomores. Howard Vogel is state champion in oratory; Erna Grussendorf, local champion in dramatics, and Howard Vogel, Elizabeth Hintz and Clarence Rolloff, are state debating champions.

Brown County Journal

June 1, 1923

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GRAVES

DEPARTED

HEROES

DECORATED

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Memorial Day Observed in New Ulm. -Rain Precludes Holding of Exercises at City Cemetery.

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S. G. ANDERSON AND REV.

C. G. HOHN IN ADDRESSES

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Short Parade Wended Its Way Through Principal Streets Despite Incipient Downpour.

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Memorial day was greeted with lowering skies and incipient showers, and by reason of the unfavorable weather conditions the observance exercises were held in the Armory. Despite the rain the parade formed at the intersection of State and Center streets, and headed by Louis G. Vogel, as marshall of the day and his assistants, Ed. J. Bcrg and Dr. A. C. Amann, together with Burg’s battery, wended its way through the principal streets of the city.

Exercises at Armory.

Jacob Klossner presided at the usual exercises at the Armory and introduced Atty. S. G. Anderson of Hutchinson, who made the principal address.

Mr. Anderson outlined that prior to the discovery of America, divine right of crown heads had been the ruling force of the world. He stated that countries had been formed out of struggles of oppression and that many of the nations of the world could trace their beginning to brigands and pirates.

“Not so with the New World, whose beginnings were founded out of a desire for free government and the fruits thereof,” stated Mr. Anderson. He outlined how the Pilgrim fathers came to this country, for the purpose of getting away from Europe where their rights of religious freedom were curtailed. It was from this small band and the government they founded that this country had grown to be one of the greatest of the earth, explained the speaker. He also out ]lined that the spirit of justice has always predominated in the acts of the United States of America. Never has a war of aggression been waged, but each and every war has been fought for humanity.

At the close of the address, the speaker lauded the American Legion and stated that the members of this organization must carry forward the principals of the Grand Army of the Republic, the members of which were fast being called to the Great Beyond.

Rev. Hohn Talks of Loyalty.

Rev. C.G. Hohn, pastor of the local Methodist church, delivered the address in the German vernacular. He outlined that it was not only the soldier on the battlefield, who was loyal to his country, but that loyalty could be and should be the aim of every citizen, no matter in what walk of life he was engaged.

Lincoln’s Gettysburg address was delivered by Howard Vogel. The Pioneer band and the ladies of the Hecker Circle rendered several appropriate selections.

The roster of the dead was read by Mr. Klossner.

Brown County Journal,

June 1, 1923

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GENTLEMEN COWS DISRUPT OUTINGS

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Mushroom Hunters, Golfers

and a Lone Fisherman Meet Up With Various Mr. Bossies.

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PARTY OF FOUR HAS

A LIVELY ENCOUNTER

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Pastures Dominated by Unfriendly Masculine Bovines. No Place for Peaceful Recreation.

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Although not exactly co-related, mushroom hunting and golfing are equally exhilarating outdoor sports, and both diversions have a goodly number of devotees in New Ulm. Fishing requires a bit more patience, at times, nevertheless it gives the participants an opportunity to breathe the pure, fresh ozone, and as a result there are also many budding and blossoming Izaak Waltons in this man’s town.

Gentlemen Cows Spoil Outings.

But what we started out to relate are a few stories told us relative to the experiences of mushroom hunters, golfers and a lone fisherman,who trekked out to commune with Nature, and inadvertently met up with one rather unsociable Mr. Bossies, who readily persuaded them that pastures dominated by such unfriendly bovines are no place for peace-loving outdoor enthusiasts.

Mushroom Hunters Routed.

Ernie, Hans, Paul and Jake, each carrying a full-grown market basket, destined to harbor any stray mushrooms that might be looking for healthy appetites, hied themselves out into the country, Sunday, in search of this toothsome fungus. They soon came to a nice, partly-wooded pasture, where mushrooms abounded, and were busy filling their baskets, when Hans spied a papa cow considerably less than a block away. The bovine must have lamped the intruders at about the same time.

Diverse Methods of Escape.

Hans warned his companions and then hot-footed it to the barbed wire fence enclosing the pasture, together with his brother, Jake, while Paul succeeded in shinnying up an accommodating tree, nestling safely in the branches well out of the bull’s reach. Ernie, still clasping his mushroom basket tightly, also attempted to seek refuge in one of the sheltering trees, but his feet had apparently taken deep root in the sod, and he was unable to navigate upwards. He frantically called to Hans and Jake to return and help him make the ascent, but the two latter were convulsed with laughter at the ludicrous spectacle which Ernie presented and would not have been able to render assistance, even had they ventured back onto the battle-ground. Paul perched high and dry out of harm’s way, tried to console his frantic companion by soothingly telling him that Mr. Cow wouldn’t hurt him. After vainly calling for help, Ernie finally decided that retreat was the better part of valor under the circumstances, and made a bee-line for the barbed wire fence. He catapulted through the obstruction so success-fully that he didn’t even get scratched.

No Toreador Stuff.

Another adventure experienced by mushroom hunters is related about John and his wife. Next to playing skat, John is a regular bear for mushroom hunting, and so decided, Sunday, to skirmish through the woods in search of a mess of them. Mrs. John accompanied him for the sake of the outing. They reached a shaded spot in a certain pasture and John was busy gathering mushrooms, when, all of a sudden and without warning, the boss of the cattle herd appeared on the scene and threatened to make things rather uncomfortable for the portly New Ulmite. While John can clinch a skat game by playing matadors, he is not a versatile toreador, and was not in the mood to learn without the proper coaching, so he made a dive for the fence and landed safely on the other side. In the excitement, he injured one of his hands slightly.

Finds Golfing Equipment.

When Adolph Schilling, Jr., went out to the pasture on his farm in Lafayette township, early Monday morning, he was puzzled for a time. Strewn around in a haphazard sort of way, practically new golfing equipment of different kinds was lying on the ground. Imprints of masculine foot-wear in the sod of the pasture indicated by their deepness that members of the sterner sex had visited the spot the previous day, but were apparently induced to depart rather hurriedly, leaving their sporting paraphernalia behind. Upon coming to town, Mr. Schilling made inquiries and finally learned that Long, Beck and another local golfer had sought out a green adjoining his pasture to practice “putting” the elusive little white pills. Some of the mighty strokes proved fizzles and the balls landed in the cattle pasture. When the golfers attempted to retrieve their strayed property, Daddy Moo had frightened them away.

Fisherman Scared, Too.

Pete is some fisherman, to hear him tell it, and while he was doing so to a number of friends, Monday, we happened along and, like a sponge, absorbed the story without making jottings in our notebook, lest we might thereby put a damper on his frankness. Pete related a recent experience he had had while fishing in a nearby lake. Fish were biting tolerable well and he had just about enough bait left to catch a few more, when he noticed a herd of cattle in the offing. Spotting out the gentleman cow, Pete decided that the pasture was far too small to harbor himself and the bovine at one and the same time, so pulled up his line and beat it for the fence.

Brown County Journal,

June 1, 1923

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YOUTH DIES FROM DOG BITE EFFECT

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Henry Kraus Succumbs to Septic Spinal Meningitis at local

Hospital, Last Thursday

Evening.-Amputation of Left Arm Failed to Save His Life, Following Canine’s Attack.-Was Apparently Recovering When Sudden Setback Came.

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The amputation of his left arm, three inches below the shoulder joint, after gas gangrene had set in, as a result of being bitten by his dog while herding cows, Thursday, May 10, failed to save the life of Henry Kraus, 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Kraus, residing on South Franklin street. Although he rallied from the ordeal and seemed to be on the road to recovery, following the amputation, which took place Saturday, May 12, septic spinal meningitis set in Sunday evening, May 20, and his condition became critical. He was unable to overcome the effects of his latest affliction, and death finally relieved him.

Young Kraus was herding cows near the New Ulm Brick yards, May 10, in company with a number of other boys and his dog. A strange canine appeared on the scene and a dog fight ensued. In attempting to separate the combatants, Henry was bitten in the left hand by his own dog. The boys went to the brick yards, where the deep wound made by the canine’s fang was cleansed preparatory to bringing the injured lad to the offices of local physicians.

Gas Gangrene Develops.

On the following Saturday morning, an examination revealed the fact that gas gangrene had developed in the boy’s arm, and in the hope of saving his life, the infected member was amputated. Conditions apparently became normal shortly thereafter and continued thus for about a week, when septic spinal meningitis suddenly set in, precluding any chance of recovery.

Born in New Ulm.

Deceased was born in New Ulm, April 29, 1909, and had lived here with his parents since. Besides his father and mother, he leaves three brothers, Anton, Jr., Louis and John A., to mourn his demise. Funeral services were conducted at St. Mary’s Catholic church here, Monday morn-ing at 9 o’clock, Rev. Fr. A. J. Losleben officiating, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. A number of relatives and friends from Sleepy Eye and Springfield attended the obsequies.

Brown County Journal,

June 1, 1923

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DR. O. C.

STRICKLER HEADS GOLF CLUB

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Paul Hackbarth Is Vice

President and Elmer Backer Secretary-Treasurer.

-Directors Chosen.

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LINK TO BE LOCATED ON W. OETTING FARM

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Pasture, Containing 45 Acres, Is Ideal Site for Purpose–Visit Neighboring Clubs.

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A permanent organization of the New Ulm Golf club was perfected at a meeting attended by some 25 members in the Commercial club rooms, Tuesday evening, when Dr. O. C. Strickler was elected president; Paul Hackbarth, vice president; Elmer Backer, secretary-treasurer, and H. H. Flor, F. D. Minium, Alois Eibner and Ed. J. Berg, directors. The officers are ex-officio members of the board, giving the latter a membership of seven. The meeting was called to order by Otto Buenger, as temporary chairman.

Link Site Secured.

The committee, which had previously been appointed to skirmish around for a suitable site for a golf link, reported that they had found an ideal location on the Wm. Oetting farm, just across the Minnesota river and only about two and a half miles from the city. Mr. Oetting agreed to lease 45 acres of his large pasture to the club at a rental of $250 for the season. The tract is admirably suited for the purpose, having ample handicaps and plenty of room. The ground is nicely rolling, and a driveway provides conveniences for motoring to the place. There are also facilities for arranging a parking space for cars, if desired.

Visit Neighboring Clubs.

President Strickler stated that he would call a meeting of the board of directors, yesterday, for the purpose of arranging for visits to neighboring golf clubs with a view toward securing valuable information and advice in starting the local club out right. The link on the Oetting farm is temporary, but it is hoped that by next year, permanent grounds will be secured. It is probable that an expert golfer will be engaged to lay out the course in the very near future, so that the local enthusiasts will soon have an opportunity to practice up.

Fifty-Three Members.

The New Ulm Golf club already has 53 members signed up, and a number of others are anxious to join, but the committee have not as yet had time to solicit them. The question of limiting the membership to 60 was discussed, but no action was taken. Dues were fixed at $10 per year.

Brown County Journal,

June 1, 1923

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