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Republic, Washington, 1921

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Jan 14, 1921
REPUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL "WHISTLER"
Staff :
Fred H. Fairweather . . .Editor-in Chief
Abbie Pierce . . . .Society Editor
Bergan Moran . . . .Athletic Editor
Jan. 21, 1921 The Leo K. McCormack Post of the American Legion will give a dance in Slagle's Hall on Saturday night, February the 5th.
Jan. 28, 1921
REPUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL "WHISTLER"
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ATHLETICS
The R. H. S. Basket Ball team left Thursday afternoon for a two days trip to Molson and Oroville. They will play Molson Thursday night and Oroville Friday night returning Saturday morning. The game with Oroville is the most important one as they are one of the teams who will have to defeat in order to attend the S. A. A. C. Tournament in Spokane this spring.

Those making the trip are : Coach Meyer, Capt. Greenberg, Ray Ward, Ed. Ritter, Fred Fairweather, Bergan Moran and Glenn Lewis. . .

Feb. 18, 1921
Painless Parker
The famous Dentist
People living a hundred miles or more away come to my offices to have their teeth fixed up. I make it a rule that those from a distance shall be waited upon immediately and their work is completed first, so they can go back home as soon as possible.

Years ago I discovered how to extract and fix teeth without hurting, and was so successful that people called me "Painless" Parker. My practice has grown until I now have twenty-eight offices, and all my associates in these offices have been taught how to practice painless dentistry as well as I can do it myself. We have fixed up the teeth of over a million people, and call our way of practicing "the E. R. Parker System"

If your teeth are bothering you, and you want them put in good shape without paying a fancy price, come to our nearest office, which you will find located at

Riverside Ave., & Post St., Spokane
Mar. 25, 1921
EX-SHERIFF OF FERRY CO. CHARGED WITH BRIBERY
James L. Moore, the out-going sheriff of Ferry County, is in jail in Nevada City, Cal., charged with bribery on complaint of Chas. P. Bennett, prosecuting attorney. Sheriff Tom Barker left for California Monday and will bring Moore to Republic for trial.

Moore is charged with having accepted a bribe from Galen O. Rust on June 10, with the understanding that Moore would shield Rust in the unlawful sale and transpiration of intoxicating liquors.

The trial will come up the next jury term of Superior court which will probably be held in April.

Apr. 1, 1921
NEW LAW REQUIRES $5 POLL TAX
ON ALL BETWEEN 21 AND 50 YEARS
Among the laws enacted by the 1921 legislature, which adjourned March 10, probably there is none which is being so vigorously protested as the special poll tax bill. . .
Apr. 1, 1921 County assessor John Cody is assessing property on main street this week.
Apr. 8, 1921 Assessor John Cody has returned from a trip to Boyds and Danville on poll tax matters.
Apr. 15, 1921
ATHLETIC CARNIVAL WAS BIG SUCCESS
Large Crowd Well Pleased With American Legion Show
. . .
Bergan Moran and Nate Greenberg, both of Republic, wrestled ten minutes without either being able to score a fall, Referee Herb Smith calling the bout a draw at the end of the time limit. Both boys worked hard and fast and gave a good exhibition.
. . .
Apr. 15, 1921 Assessor John Cody and deputies are taking the census of all men and women between the ages of 21 and 50 for a poll tax list. Mr. Cody is on the South Half.
Apr. 29, 1921 Miss Bernadine Moran, nurse at Oroville hospital will arrive in Republic tomorrow to spend the weekend at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Moran.
May 13, 1921 The Junior Class of Republic High School entertained the seniors and teachers at a "picnic feed" at the home of Elizabeth Sandstrom Wednesday evening. A delicious supper was served at 6:30 in cafeteria style. The evening was pleasantly spent at games, boating and music.

The present were: Abbie Pierce, Katherine Mackenzie, Ethel Montgomery, Grace Robar, Myrtle Bergh, Elizabeth Copp, Fred Fairweather, Edward Ritter, Nathan Greenberg, Walter Greenberg, Bonnie Robinson, Miss Patmore, Miss Lonke, Bernice Weston, Elizabeth Killian, Ruth Safe, Elizabeth Sandstrom, Lucile Brinson, Bergan Moran, George Kraff, Mr. Killian, Mr. and Mrs. Brinson, Mr. and Mrs. Sandstrom.

May 20, 1921
SCHOLASTIC CONTEST SATURDAY, MAY 14
SENIOR TRACK
100 yard dash --Ritter, Fairweather, Moran
Standing broad jump--Fairweather, Ritter, Moran
Standing hop, step and jump-- Fairweather, Ritter, Moran
Three jumps--Fairweather, Ritter, Moran
Pole vault--Fairweather, Ritter, Moran
Running high jump--Moran, Fairweather, Ritter.
Running, hop, step and jump--Ritter Fairweather, Moran
Running broad jump--Fairweather, Ritter, Moran
Shot pub--Moran, Greenberg, Fairweather.
JUNIOR TRACK
Standing broad jump--Hilderbrand, Moran, Sullivan
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Running high jump--Sullivan, Coutts, Moran
Running hop, step and jump--Sullivan Moran, Coutts.
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The following persons entered the contest. The first three named, willing first, second and third places.
Seventh and eighth grades:
Nestor Barrett, Hazel Mason, Doris Moran William Grosche, Junior Tompkins, Keith Sharp, Bessie Palmer, Myrtle McKean.
May 27, 1921
MRS. JOSEPH SOMDAY DEAD
Mrs. Joseph Somday, age 46, of Malo, died Sunday night at Republic Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Somday have lived on their beautiful farm home near Malo for the past 25 years. Besides her husband she leaves four children, Elizabeth, James, Antoine and Cecil, and a brother, Charles Cherrapkin of Plummer, Idaho.

Funeral services were held from the residence at 10 a.m. Wednesday by Rev. Father Teufen, pastor of the Catholic Church, Republic. The burial was at the family cemetery near Malo. Mrs. Somday was an excellent woman, a good mother and a kind neighbor, loved by all who knew her.

May 27, 1921
SCHOOL NOTES
. . .
The Basket Ball boys of the first team were awarded letters. Those receiving letters were : Edward Ritter, Nathan Greenberg, Bergan Moran, and Glenn Lewis . . .
May 27, 1921 On account of an error in giving the report of the results of the declamation contests in last week's issue, a correct report is given below. There were three declamation contests:
1. The fifth and sixth grades were represented by Richard Barrett, Marion Woods, Moriss Slagle and Daisy Sharp. In this contest Richard Barrett won first place, Marion Woods second and Moris Slagle third place.
2. The eighth grade was represented by Louise Killian, Doris Moran and Nestor Barrett. In this contest Louise Killian was awarded first place, Nestor Barret second place and Doris Moran third place.
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July 15, 1921
SUMMIT TRAIL NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Mike Moran is in charge of a crew constructing a summit trail for the Forest Service from Profanity Peak south. He has just completed the Boulder trail to the summit and this trail is now passable from Malo to Dulwich.

Ranger Wheeler and five men are constructing telephone line from Lookout Mountain to Copper Butte, which will be a lookout point for the summer. It is the plan to have a summit trail from the Canadian boundary south to the South Half line and a telephone line paralleling it all the way. This trail will be used by the Forest Service in Fire Protection as it will reach all the high points of the Kettle Range of mountains which command views of the surrounding country. . .

Aug. 5, 1921
STATE COLLEGE PICKS MEN FOR FOOTBALL
Among the varsity men who have signified an intention of returning for next fall are Harold Hanley, "Spud" Loomis and George Bohannon, ends; Eldon Jenne, Mike Moran, Roy Sandberg, "Pink" McIvor and Bill Winans, half backs; "Moe" Sax and "Curly" Skadan, quarter; C. A. Webster, Rolla Powers and "Dutch" Durrwatcher, full; Captain "Dutch Dunlapp, center; Ford Dunton, Wallace McKay, "Buck" Davis, Tromanhauser and Jans, guard and tackle.

Added to this array of material from last year's varsity, most of whom won their letters, will be a large group of men from last year's frosh team . . .

Aug. 12, 1921 Mr. Moran's sister and niece from Appleton, Wisconsin, are visiting the Moran home during August.

Miss Bernadine Moran , nurse in the Oroville hospital, is here this week visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Moran .

Doris Moran is visiting with Mrs. Tom Anderson at Malo.

Mrs. Ellen Farrell and daughter of Appleton, Wisconsin, are visiting the M. Moran home.

Mrs. Tom Kelly and daughter, Miss Katherine, of Ferry , were visitors at the Mike Moran home Wednesday.

Aug. 19, 1921 Miss Bernadine Moran has returned to Oroville after a visit in Republic with her parents.
Aug. 26, 1921 Mrs. Farrell and daughter, of Appleton, Wis., who have been visiting at the Moran home will return soon.
Sep. 23, 1921
REPUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL WHISTLER

The R. H. S. Whistler Staff
  • Ruth K. Safe, Editor-in-Chief
  • William Moran, Society Editor
  • Leon Frazier, Athletic Editor
. . .
Standing Committees are as follows:
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Program
  • Beneice Weston
  • Clara Safe
  • Doris Moran
  • Nestor Barrett
  • Glen Lewis
Scrapbook
  • Christina McKeen
  • Jane Kenny
Sep. 23, 1921 There are rumors to the effect that Bergan Moran is intending to come back and "show those kids how to play basket ball."
Sep. 23, 1921
THE PRIZE WINNERS
Home Economics
Bread, Canned Fruit, etc.
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White Bread
  • 1st,Mrs. Mike Moran
  • 2nd, Mrs. Coil
. . .
Sweet Pickles
  • 1st, Mrs. Mike Moran
Oct. 7, 1921
CORPORAL

The burial of Leo K. McCormack, son of Mr. and Mrs. P. A. McCormack, of Republic, who was killed in action at Epiononville, France, September 27, 1918, took place Sunday, October 22nd at 3:00 o'clock p.m. from the Catholic Church. The body arrived here Friday evening, September 30th, and was met at the Great Northern station by members of the local post of the American Legion and taken to the home of his parents.

The funeral was conducted under the auspices of the local post, and Comrade McCormack was buried with full military honors. The services at the Church were very beautiful and impressive. Miss Lillian Cross rendered a solo entitled "Come Unto Me" in a beautiful manner. Mrs. M. J. Walsh sang a beautiful hymn entitled "Face to Face." Miss Gertrude O'Connell accompanied on the organ. Rev. Father Ridner then delivered a short but impressive sermon which closed the services.

The body was then taken in charge by the American Legion, who led the funeral procession to the cemetery, where the services at the grave were held, according to military custom.

Corporal McCormack was a member of Company "E" 361st Infantry, 91st Division. He enlisted at Republic on September 7, 1917, and arrived overseas in July, 1918. He took part in the St. Mihiel drive and other engagements before he met his death on the second day of the Battle of Argonne.

Corporal McCormack was 22 years, and 4 months old at the time of his death, and had lived in Republic from early childhood. He was beloved by all who knew him because of his splendid character and sunny disposition. The local post of the American Legion was renamed in his honor.

Oct. 7, 1921
RANGERS BUILDING TELEPHONE LINE
The Forest Service is now constructing a line on the summit section of the Kettle Range. The crew is in charge of Ranger Wheeler and the following men are employed: Rangeds Hougland, Foote, Thomson, and Radigan and Guards Smith, Scmelling, Lyle and Moran. Good progress is being made and already over ten miles of line has been constructed. It is hoped if the good weather keeps up that the line will be constructed as far as Marble Mountain which is intended to be used as a lookout point next season. It is necessary for the crew to construct a trail so that when the work is finished, a trail and a telephone line will follow to the summit.
Oct. 7, 1921
LONG SHOTS AND DRIBBLES
The basketball season opened October 1. Tryouts for the team are taking place this week. Candidates are Glen Lewis, John Casey, Leon Frazier, William O'Connor, Leo Anderson, Bergan Moran. The first game will probably take place December 17.
The fund for the purchase of the new basketball is now almost subscribed, only a small amount remains to be collected.
At a meeting of the Athletic association September 23, Bergan Moran was elected Treasurer and secretary.
Oct. 14, 1921
Local News
J. W. Slagle is adding two new rooms to his residence.

Mr. John Cody, County Assessor, has recovered from his recent illness and is at his office again.

Mrs. Ivan Zwang, Willard Zwang, and William Moran drove to West Fork last Saturday. They returned with their allowance of fish and game.

The dance given by Sproat's orchestra at Slagle's Hall last Saturday night was a success and the exceptionally good music was appreciated by all who attended.

Oct. 14, 1921
Issued by the Students of the Republic High School

The R. H. S. Whistler Staff
  • Ruth K. Safe, Editor-in-Chief
  • William Moran, Society Editor
  • Leon Frazier, Athletic Editor
Senior Party
The seniors entertained the freshmen at a Bingville party, Friday evening October 7. Twenty-three people were present. The costumes of the guests were the source of much hilarity . . .

Margaret Kenney and Edna Robar were the "sweethearts" of Doris Moran and Louise Killian, who appeared in slouch hats and overalls. . . .

The guests were entertained with games and dancing. A supper, consisting of sandwiches, cookies and coffee was served in the dining room. As a special treat, all-day-suckers were passed out.

GLEE CLUB
The prospects for considerable musical activity in the high-school are very good. Tentative plans have been made for the formation of a glee club, although no organization has yet been perfected. The following pupils have tried out thus far: Robert Sullivan, Edgar Johnson, Lee Johnson, William Moran, Leo Anderson Naomi Williams, Doris Moran, Margaret Kenney, Belle Mackenzie.

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New pupils who have entered school within the past week are : Grace Houser, Bergan Moran, Evelyn Bergh, Ruth Windsor and Agnes Ball

Nov. 4, 1921
REPUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL WHISTLER

The R. H. S. Whistler Staff
  • Ruth K. Safe, Editor-in-Chief
  • William Moran, Society Editor
  • Leon Frazier, Athletic Editor
. . .
Bergan Moran has been appointed athletic editor to succeed Leon Frazier.

. . .
William Moran went to Spokane Tuesday morning. He is to undergo an operation for the removal of a bony growth from the nasal passages.
. . .

Nov. 11, 1921 J. C. Cody, County Assessor, has moved his mother and his children to Republic. Mr. Cody has purchased the Kimball residence.
Nov. 11, 1921
WHISTLER

The R. H. S. Whistler Staff
  • Ruth K. Safe, Editor-in-Chief
  • William Moran, Society Editor
  • Leon Frazier, Athletic Editor
. . .
Athletic News
The following boys have been chosen for the first team: Glenn Lewis, captain, Bergan Moran, William O'Connor, John Casey, Leo Anderson. No positions have been definitely assigned.
Nov. 18, 1921 The marriage of Miss Bernadine Moran of Republic and M. J. Welsh of Everett, is announced for Tuesday morning, November 22, at the Catholic Church. The Rev. Father Riedner will perform the ceremony.
Nov. 18, 1921
Shower for Miss Moran
Miss Bernadine Moran, who is to be married Tuesday morning to M. J. Welsh, of Everett, was honored with a miscellaneous shower Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. John Stack. Those present were: Mrs. J. Casey, Mrs. M. Moran, Mrs. John Stack, Mrs. A. C. MacNulty; the misses Helen Robinson, Hazel Pennell, Pauline Ball, Gertrud O'Connell, Lillian Cross, Ella Stack, Bernadine Moran.
Nov. 25, 1921
MIKE MORAN STARS ON FOOTBALL FIELD

Washington State College won from the University of Washington in their annual foot ball game Thanksgiving by a score of 14 to 0.

Mike Moran of Republic, who is now attending school at Pullman, was largely responsible for the victory. His two touchdowns in the first period were the only times that W. S. C. was able to score.

Mike will bring his football career on college gridirons to a close next Saturday when W. S. C. plays the University of Southern California at Pasadena.

Nov. 25, 1921
WELSH-MORAN WEDDING EVENT OF THIS WEEK

Miss Mary Bernadine Moran, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. Moran of Republic, and Michael J. Welsh of Everett, were married Tuesday, November 22, at 6:30 in the morning at the Catholic Church. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Father Riedner. Miss Ella Stack was bridesmaid, and Bergan Moran, a brother of the bride, was best man.

The church was decorated with pink carnation and chrysanthemums. The bride wore a brown cloth traveling suit, trimmed with beaver fur and embroidery, and a brown velvet hat. Her corsage bouquet was of pink rosebuds.

After the ceremony, a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents, the wedding party and immediate relatives being present. The young people left on the morning train for a trip to California. Upon their return they will reside in Everett.

The bride is a graduate of the Sacred Heart Hospital, Spokane. She was a member of Dr. Lambert's hospital unit, in which she served fourteen month overseas. The groom who is a brother of Mrs. John Casey of this city and a nephew of Mrs. John Stack, is trainmaster for the Great Northern railway at Everett.

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