Bachman, Adam Jacob (Rev.) - 1881

Shaefferstown Shavings.--
Several weeks ago Rev. A. J. Bachman started out with his newly wedded bride on a wedding trip through the West.  While in the State of Indiana, Mr. Bachman was suddenly taken sick and has not been able to return home.  From all accounts, however, he is convalescing, and is expected home in the course of the present week.  His regular appointment in St. Paul’s Reformed Church of this place on Sunday morning was filled by Rev. D. B. Albright, of Bethany Orphans’ Home, who preached a very interesting sermon.

DoDo.

~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 3

Shaefferstown Shavings

Educational - Matrimonial - Philosophical And General
Rev. A. J. Bachman, whose illness we noted in our last week’s communication, returned home last week, quite restored.  His many friends congratulate him upon his recovery.  We trust he may never have occasion to regard domestic bliss as a delusion and a snare.
~ The Lititz Record, 21-Oct-1881, Page 3, Column 2

Shaefferstown Shavings.--

From Grave To Gay, From Lively To Severe - Religious And Secular - Communion And Horse Racing.

The Rev. A. J. Bachman and wife, newly wedded, last Thursday took possession of the Reformed parsonage, and formally settled down to the monotony of house keeping after a very short honeymoon.  This is something new for Shaefferstown.  Not for a generation or two has the parsonage been occupied by a minister.  Mrs. Bachman is a very estimable lady, eminently qualified to aid and sustain her husband in his pastoral work.  She is a daughter of Mr. William Zeller, of the neighborhood of Newmanstown. This county, who has for many years past served as elder in the Reformed congregation of that place, and been one of the most active workers in the Sunday School cause.
~ The Lititz Record, 28-Oct-1881, Page 3, Column 4

 You can visit the memorial page for Rev. Adam Jacob Bachman.
 You can visit the memorial page for Permilla Judith [Zeller] Bachman.

Stauffer, Abraham - 1881

Local Intelligence.
Manheim Matters.--
Intelligence has just reached us of the death of Mr. Abraham Stauffer, at Cornwall, Lebanon county.  Mr. Stauffer was well-known throughout the county as a civil engineer and in later years as manager at the Mount Hope furnace, which position he was obliged to leave about two years ago on account of failing health.

His remains will be brought to Manheim on Friday forenoon, when services will be held, and interment take place in Fairview Cemetery.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 2

You can visit the memorial page for Abraham Stauffer.

Eshleman, J. F. - 1881

Local Intelligence.
Manheim Matters.--
Hope Fire Company No. 1 have had their hose carriage repainted.  The color is somewhat similar to what it originally was, that is, white with dark carmine and gold striping.  The carriage presents a very neat appearance and reflects credit upon the skilled workmanship of Mr. Emanuel Harmas, who is employed by J. F. Eshleman, the contractor for the work.  The carriage will be brought from the shop on Saturday next, when the company will have a short street parade.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 2

Harmas, Emanuel - 1881

Local Intelligence.
Manheim Matters.--
Hope Fire Company No. 1 have had their hose carriage repainted.  The color is somewhat similar to what it originally was, that is, white with dark carmine and gold striping.  The carriage presents a very neat appearance and reflects credit upon the skilled workmanship of Mr. Emanuel Harmas, who is employed by J. F. Eshleman, the contractor for the work.  The carriage will be brought from the shop on Saturday next, when the company will have a short street parade.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 2

Hildrup, W. T. - 1881

Editorial Notes.
Gen. Grant has sold his Washington property to W. T. Hildrup, of Harrisburg, for a winter residence.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 2

Adams, George - 1881

Akron News.--
Mr. Eli Wolf, of Akron station, bought of George Adams his blacksmith shop, and had the same removed to the station, there to be used for the same purpose for which it was originally intended.  Mr. Wolf is a man of enterprise and forethought.

Could he have controlled circumstances according to his own pleasure, we believe that at least one dozen dwellings would by this time ornament the place around the station; but circumstances alter cases and it was only of late that he purchased four acres of land for which he paid $2,000, and in this short period he has two dwellings nearly completed.

Besides this he knows that the taking thereof the blacksmith shop will bring custom to the place, and in this manner a nucleus for a business centre is formed which will begin to tell more and more as time moves on.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 1

Wolf, Eli - 1881

Akron News.--
Mr. Eli Wolf, of Akron station, bought of George Adams his blacksmith shop, and had the same removed to the station, there to be used for the same purpose for which it was originally intended.  Mr. Wolf is a man of enterprise and forethought.

Could he have controlled circumstances according to his own pleasure, we believe that at least one dozen dwellings would by this time ornament the place around the station; but circumstances alter cases and it was only of late that he purchased four acres of land for which he paid $2,000, and in this short period he has two dwellings nearly completed.

Besides this he knows that the taking thereof the blacksmith shop will bring custom to the place, and in this manner a nucleus for a business centre is formed which will begin to tell more and more as time moves on.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 1

Wolfe, Charles S. - 1881

Hon. Edward Law, representative in the Legislature for the Eighth Philadelphia District, was drowned in the Schuylkill last week.  He was a young man but was well known throughout the State as a fearless and able legislator.  He was Chas. S. Wolfe’s right hand man in the contest now waging for the treasurership.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 1


Our Neighbors.--
Hon. Charles S. Wolfe will speak in Lancaster on the 1st of November.
~ The Lititz Record, 28-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 2

Law, Edward - 1881

Hon. Edward Law, representative in the Legislature for the Eighth Philadelphia District, was drowned in the Schuylkill last week.  He was a young man but was well known throughout the State as a fearless and able legislator.  He was Chas. S. Wolfe’s right hand man in the contest now waging for the treasurership.
~ The Lititz Record, 14-Oct-1881, Page 2, Column 1

You can visit the memorial page for Edward Law.

Houseman, J. H. (Rev.) - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2

Mathers, J. H. (Rev.) - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2

Walker, C. A. (Rev.) - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2

McDermitt, Wilfred W. - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2

Wary, J. Clement - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2

Jeffries, Lucian - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2

Wentzel, D. Eugene - 1893

FIRST GRADUATING CLASS BELLWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

It hardly seems possible but it was fifty years ago next month since the first class of boys and girls were graduated from the Bellwood high school.  it was a big event in the history of our schools for previous to this time the boys and girls of the schools at that time gave no thought of graduating.  A number of members of the class are still living, while others have passedd <sic> over.  Many of them are personally konwn <sic> to the older readers of the Bulletin.  The account of the exercises appeared in the May 26, 1893 issue of the Bulleetin <sic> and is as follows:
The commencement services of the Bellwood high School attracted a large and appreciative audience to the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening last, 18th inst.  It was the first entertainment of the kind which had been furnished our people, and it is therefore a notable event in the history of our public schools.

These have been under the general control of Supt. J. T. Whitaker, and his success, with the aid of an efficient ctrps <sic> of teachers is witnessed in the proficiency in their studies, which the examination of the pupils disclosed.  Six members of the high school passed a satisfactory examination under the direction of the Principal, assisted by County Superintendent H. S. Wertz and the President and Secretary of the School Board.

The class consisted of Misses Margaret Glasgow, Berttha <sic> Zimmerman and Messrs. D. Eugene Wentzel, Lucian Jeffries, J. Clement Wary and Wilfred W. McDermitt.  Eacch <sic> member of the class took a part in the commencement exercises.

Prayer was offered by the Rev. C. A. Walker.  The Salutatory was then pronounced by Wilfred W. McDermitt.  In a very creditable manner he performed this service voicing the Salutations of the class to the friends and patrtns <sic> of the school, and the patriotism of the class in a dissentation <sic> on “Our Country”.  J. Clement Wray followed with the history of the class, and D. Eugene Wentzel wilth <sic> the class prophesy.  These performances were very happy in their conception and abounded in pleasant hits and greatly enjoyed by the large audience.  “The Presentations” by Lucian Jeffries qept <sic> the audience in a specially good humor and demonstrated the fact that the young graduates had captured all hearts.

The more grave essay by Bertha Zimmerman was admirably written and read with distinctness and emphasis.  The valedictory was pronounced by Margaret Glasgow, and like the others was an excellent production, befitting the occasion and well received.  Indeed it would be invidiohs <sic> to discriminate; for all of the young members of the calss <sic> performed their parts with great acceptance to the large audience.  It is manifest that they possess talents, which rightly used, will bring them honor and influence among their fellowmen.

Principal Whitaker in a neat and happy address deivered <sic> the diplomas-the first ever granted by the Bellwood school authorities.  An address by Rev. J. H. Mathers to the graduating class and the presentation of a basket of handsome flowers by the junior class to Mr. Whitaker, as a token of their esteem for him and their appreciation of his efforts for their instruction, completed the exercises.  The beautiful gift from the recipient a chaste expression of his gratitude.

The orchestra furnished the audience a treat in the excellent music which they furnished for the occasion.  The selections were good, and the masterly manner in which they rendered them delighted all present.  The commencement was pre-eminently a success and ought to stimulate greatly the interest of our people in the public schools.  It shows what may be accomplished in this direction with their hearty co-operation and sympathy.

The benediction was pronounced by Rev. J. H. Houseman, when the large congregation dispersed, carrying with them a pleasant impression of the “first commencement” in our public school, and following the graduating class with their benediction.
~ Bellwood Bulletin, 08-Apr-1943, Page 2, Column 2