figfififigfifififififififififi THE AUGSBURGIAN sawsaasasasasa Oswald Oudal Luther Sletten thletic wrapin 1927=1928 The honor of having his name engraved upon the Class of 1925 Athletic Cup in 1927 was Oswald Oudal’s. In 1928 the honor was given to Luther Sletten. This is a distinct honor for any college... Show morefigfififigfifififififififififi THE AUGSBURGIAN sawsaasasasasa Oswald Oudal Luther Sletten thletic wrapin 1927=1928 The honor of having his name engraved upon the Class of 1925 Athletic Cup in 1927 was Oswald Oudal’s. In 1928 the honor was given to Luther Sletten. This is a distinct honor for any college student to get. The winner of the trophy must be an “all—around man.” The honor student in athletics must also have at— tained to the highest degree of scholastic standing among his fellow athletes. This means that the winner must be a student as well as an athlete. The 1927 winner, Oswald Oudal, has been an outstanding athlete. He was most brilliant as an athlete on the basketball floor. He was captain of the basketball team in his Junior year. His brilliant career was climaxed by his attaining a position on the All State Team of 1926. He was also‘captain of the baseball team during his Junior year. ’ “Ossie's” scholastic record has always been high, and he is considered a scholar as well as an athlete. His participation in church activities shows that the moral side of his life is not neglected. The honor is well placed. The winner of the Honor Cup for 1928 is also noted for his work as guard on the Augsburg basketball floor. Luther Sletten has been a member of the team for two years and is known for his fine sportsmanship. He was also a member of the football team. “Luke” has been further honored by being awarded the basketball captaincy for 1928-1929. Besides attaining a high scholastic record, “Luke” is a member of the Glee Club, and the president of his class. This trophy is a symbol of the ideals we hope to maintain at Augsburg; not in athletics alone, nor scholastics alone, but a combination of both. The ideal athlete is also a gentleman and a scholar. weaseszsasaaamaa 11927 11928 §E§E§2§E§E§E§E§E§E§E§E Page 82 Show less
uuuuumfiu THE AUGSBURGJIAN uuuuumfiu Top row—Ellingson, R. Hagen, N. Anderson, H. Hagen, Dueland, P. Isakson. Bottom row—Lokken, Evans, J. Christensen, BestuJ, R. Hanson. 39mm (flab The movement for “a greater Augsburg” continues, and with it has inevitably come an increased desire for a “more... Show moreuuuuumfiu THE AUGSBURGJIAN uuuuumfiu Top row—Ellingson, R. Hagen, N. Anderson, H. Hagen, Dueland, P. Isakson. Bottom row—Lokken, Evans, J. Christensen, BestuJ, R. Hanson. 39mm (flab The movement for “a greater Augsburg” continues, and with it has inevitably come an increased desire for a “more widely known Augsburg.” The germ of thlS desire found root in the minds of a few students and grew until it culminated 1n the organization called the Press Club. This organization came into being early in the school year of 1926-1927. Augsburg has received a tremendous amount of publicity through her athletic achievements, yet we believe that the Northwest is vitally interested in the many other activities carried on at our school as well. The Press Club realizes the value of keeping the name of Augsburg before the public and does not limit its work to any one field of Augsburg’s activities, but endeavors, through the medium of the press, that voice which speaks so loudly today, to keep the public informed concerning the varied life at our institution. Regularly, each week the Club meets for a two hour session during which the “news” that has been assembled is organized and put into form for publication. Espe- cially do we essay to have articles relating to Augsburg and her students appear in papers printed in the towns and cities represented here by students. The Press Club has launched upon an active, as well as interesting existence, as an organization which fills a distinct need in such a growing institution as Augsburg. uuuuwuuuuu 1927 1928 Page 46 Show less
§Z§Z§E§E§E§E§E§E THE AUGSBURGJIAN sweetnesssz Top row—M. Olson, I. Helland, R. Larson. Lower row—Lower, Lemohn, Erdahl, Dueland, A. Grimstad. gtubmts’ 50am) At Augsburg, as at all schools and colleges, there are activities and problems in which the Student Body is interested because it concerns... Show more§Z§Z§E§E§E§E§E§E THE AUGSBURGJIAN sweetnesssz Top row—M. Olson, I. Helland, R. Larson. Lower row—Lower, Lemohn, Erdahl, Dueland, A. Grimstad. gtubmts’ 50am) At Augsburg, as at all schools and colleges, there are activities and problems in which the Student Body is interested because it concerns the group as a whole. In order to deal with these problems, it is necessary to have some form of an organiza- tion, within the larger group, which is directly responsible for thCSe various problems. For this purpose of “promoting and governing the all—student activities and all things of general concern,” we have what is known as the Directors of the Stu- dents' Society. This is essentially a cabinet form of administration. Each director is responsible for the promotion of all activities within his or her jurisdiction. Each particular problem is discussed in a meeting of the Directors and recom- mendations are made to the Student Body. Here again the matter is discussed and voted upon by the whole group. While this form of student administration has its weaknesses, as all forms of government have, we believe that it is the most efficient and satisfactory type we know of for the particular needs and problems of Augsburg at the present time. During the short time that we have had this cabinet form of administration, it has served its purpose well. It has been a medium through which a great number of activities have been encouraged, promoted, and governed. It has served to unify and coordinate the efforts of the student body along lines of common endeavor. seemarsasasaezsaeaa 11927 1928 managements Page 43 Show less
sweasasasasm THE AUGSBURGIAN samwszsaszsz Top row—Jorgensen, M. Quanbeck, G. Hanson. Bottom row—C. Knudtson, D. Jacobson, Brenden. writera’ Qtluh The Writers’ Club was organized for the purpose of uniting “those who have a common interest in literary style and expression.” Those students, who... Show moresweasasasasm THE AUGSBURGIAN samwszsaszsz Top row—Jorgensen, M. Quanbeck, G. Hanson. Bottom row—C. Knudtson, D. Jacobson, Brenden. writera’ Qtluh The Writers’ Club was organized for the purpose of uniting “those who have a common interest in literary style and expression.” Those students, who have shown literary ability, may develop this ability through the mutual benefit received in the study and practice of the art and craft of writing. The Writers’ Club aims at per< fecting its members in the art of written expression. In man there is an innate tendency to love the. Good and the Beautiful. He may stifle the impulse in the early days of his life; yea, throughout life he may trample it down into the dust and ignore it. Nevertheless, it is there. And were it given the right impetus and allowed to develop under a wholesome environment, it might possess him wholly, and make his life a thing of joy and beauty. Real life comes from seeing the true beauty in nature, in art, and in expression. Try as he may, man can never attain to real enjoyment of life without an intimate knowledge of, and contact with, the divinely beautiful—that expression of divine power and love, that incarnation of the Master Himself. Surely the noblest in life should find the noblest expression in words! The Writers’ Club aims to perfect the technique of expression. It aims to culti— vate the expression of the noble thoughts permeating the mind of idealistic man in VV‘OI‘dS of harmonious beauty and power. Expression and inspiration go hand in hand. Only in so far as a man thinks clearly, can he express his thoughts clearly and beauti- fully. Constant practice and constructive criticism can develop that power. This is the primary aim of the Writers’ Club. uuuuwuuwu 11927 11928 sausmwsguwsa Page 48 Show less
T/ze Jagjaargiaa T/raaey t/Ie e/{a’verz‘irem‘ aaa’ Friends PV/ro Have in a (gage Wearare Wade 772sz Taa/z'eatz'oa Tonia/e I’ll meet you at FRED’S CANDIES—LUNCHES SODAS RIVERSIDE AND 25TH F. V. BUDIK MERCHANT TAILOR A Perfect Fit Guaranteed Cleaning and Pressing 2102 Riverside Avenue FRIEND... Show moreT/ze Jagjaargiaa T/raaey t/Ie e/{a’verz‘irem‘ aaa’ Friends PV/ro Have in a (gage Wearare Wade 772sz Taa/z'eatz'oa Tonia/e I’ll meet you at FRED’S CANDIES—LUNCHES SODAS RIVERSIDE AND 25TH F. V. BUDIK MERCHANT TAILOR A Perfect Fit Guaranteed Cleaning and Pressing 2102 Riverside Avenue FRIEND Minneapolis A NEW DAY 2'72 Fooa’ Buying The old haphazard method of buying foods is gone. No longer do we say “gimme a can of corn—or peas—or peaches.” a Instead we ask for certain brand that spells Quality and Value. Such a brand is TIME O’DAY At good grocers JORDAN STEVENS CO. MANU FACTURING WHOLESALE GROCERS Minneapolis Show less
THE AUGSBURGIAN §Z§§§E§§§E§Z 5211mm, Rab! Behold the senior dignitaries all dressed up in their new sweaters. Ole snapped without Art by his side. Where“ are the adjectives to describe Gordon? “Vange” and Mina add a touch of beauty to old mother nature. A Norse wedding scene from the class of ’28... Show moreTHE AUGSBURGIAN §Z§§§E§§§E§Z 5211mm, Rab! Behold the senior dignitaries all dressed up in their new sweaters. Ole snapped without Art by his side. Where“ are the adjectives to describe Gordon? “Vange” and Mina add a touch of beauty to old mother nature. A Norse wedding scene from the class of ’28 program. Arnold says that Esther, “Lars” and “Vange” have a good background. Bert is caught in one of her more pensive moods. Froyen, Vinger, Arnold and Rue g0 row- ing at Excelsior. fistszszsgsmsgszszsz 1927 1928 §E§E§E§E§E§E§Z§E§Z§E§E Page 106 Show less
LINDSKOOG The Florist MAIN STORE Franklin at 14th Avenue So. 2938 Chicago Ave. Minneapolis D.H.EVANS COMPAY CAPITAL $500,000.00 MORTAGE LOANS 2ND FLOOR ANDRUS BLDG. D. B. DOOLEY PHARMACIST Complete Stock of Drugs and Drug Sundries Sodas Photo Finishing FIFTH STREET AND CEDAR AVENUE JENS MELBYE, T... Show moreLINDSKOOG The Florist MAIN STORE Franklin at 14th Avenue So. 2938 Chicago Ave. Minneapolis D.H.EVANS COMPAY CAPITAL $500,000.00 MORTAGE LOANS 2ND FLOOR ANDRUS BLDG. D. B. DOOLEY PHARMACIST Complete Stock of Drugs and Drug Sundries Sodas Photo Finishing FIFTH STREET AND CEDAR AVENUE JENS MELBYE, T/ze Wz'lémmz TWENTY-TWO YEARS IN BUSINESS Has Served Augsburg College Boarding Club with Milk and Cream for Twenty-one Seasons Andy’s Place First Class Barbering Strictly Sanitary UNION SHOP 2212 Riverside C. M. ERICKSON CO. JEWELERS OPTOMETRISTS AND OPTICIANS Established 1899 303 CEDAR AVENUE, MINNEAPOLIS Wm. Kendrick FURNITURE STOVES HOUSEHOLD UTILITIES 2219 E. Franklin Avenue Main 5053 Tel. Ge. 59-1-9 GustafSon’s Meat Market 523 CEDAR AVENUE Dew/em 2'72 Hzgfl Grade Meaty 0719/ Show less
sasssasasasasasa THE AUGSBURGIAN fififififififlgfififigfififl It was not the glittering of the hillside that impressed me most. It was not the majesty of the solemn pines. It was not the contentment among the cattle. It was not the busy threshing scene. But it was the water in the river, with its aspect of... Show moresasssasasasasasa THE AUGSBURGIAN fififififififlgfififigfififl It was not the glittering of the hillside that impressed me most. It was not the majesty of the solemn pines. It was not the contentment among the cattle. It was not the busy threshing scene. But it was the water in the river, with its aspect of sadness, as it wound its way towards an unknown destiny. I saw in it the fate of many people in life. They flow along with the glory that glitters but without a known hereafter. The thought of this filled my heart with immeasurable sadness and with a great love for that lonely river. It taught me to think more deeply of the. ultimate place of rest. Sorrows inspire man to live a greater and better life: they are con— ducive to thought. And the sadness inspired by that melancholy river is the most thought—provoking and impressive experience I ever passed through. The glory and love of God are manifested through the silent, ever-flowing, majestic power of the water. my thimnep man When the Chimney man comes down the street, The kids all run and hide; , But I just say “How are ya, Pete?" An’ walk right by his side. I’m not at all afraid of him ’Cause he’s my friend you see, An7 he just says “you’re taller Tim,” An’ then he smiles at me. An’ when he smiles, his teeth just shine, The rest of him is black. He always makes ya feel just fine An’ glad to see him back. He comes to our house every year To make our chimney clean; An’ on the day when he is there, I’m almost never mean. He tells me lots of funny things ’Bout what he sees all day, He knows ’bout dragons, princes, kings, ’N’ places Where the fairies play. An’ when he’s done all he can do, He takes his sack an’ hat, An’ then I wish I could go too, But ’coarse I can’t do that. I follow him down to the gate Before I say goodbye, , ’N’ run back fast, because I’d hate To have him see me cry. But by the door I stop an’ gaze: I watch him swing along. He waves goodbye with Quickened pace— My chimney-man is gone! sasssasasasasaasaaa 11927 1928 sawmmsamasaa Page 80 Show less
figggfifififififigflfifififi THE AUGSBURGIAN sagasasasasasasa L. Lillehei, l. Lillehei, G. Soherg (Coach), Sittenhof. gummy Estate Another field in which the Academy has been active in the past year, and in many previous years, is debate. There are many battles fought in the regular school life. A good many... Show morefigggfifififififigflfifififi THE AUGSBURGIAN sagasasasasasasa L. Lillehei, l. Lillehei, G. Soherg (Coach), Sittenhof. gummy Estate Another field in which the Academy has been active in the past year, and in many previous years, is debate. There are many battles fought in the regular school life. A good many of these are fought on the basketball floor, the gridiron, or the baseball diamond, but there are also many verbal battles waged. For many years past the Academy has had a debating team. Though these teams were not always successful, they worked hard and were a credit to the school. This year’s debating team debated the question, “Resolved: That the United States construct an All—American Great Lakes-Atlantic waterway rather than co- operate with Canada in the St. Lawrence project.” This question has been of national importance for quite a while, and for that reason it was all the more interesting to us. A preliminary debate was held with the South High team. This debate was non— decision. The first scheduled debate was with Minnehaha Academy at Augsburg. Our team lost this debate, but they showed that they had worked very hard, and they made a good showing. The second schedule debate was with Minnesota College at Minnesota. The Academy came out the losers in this debate also. All in all, the season cannot be called entirely successful, but debating in itself is a wonderful opportunity for those who take part. Debating is one way of establish— ing a closer relationship with other schools, and it surely is a profitable way of spending a little extra time. figfififigfifififififififififififififififi 11927 11928 weasesasasasasasasasa Page 58 Show less
mamamz THE AUGSBURGIAN sammszmag The inseparable Maries. AUGSBUflt. no. , BASIU hall cunwkf'f'ysn The sign speaks for itself, so does Einar —he’s married now. Even a proctor skips chapel occasionally. Kelly and “Bat” are also influenced. You should see the rest of this picture— Wallie is only a... Show moremamamz THE AUGSBURGIAN sammszmag The inseparable Maries. AUGSBUflt. no. , BASIU hall cunwkf'f'ysn The sign speaks for itself, so does Einar —he’s married now. Even a proctor skips chapel occasionally. Kelly and “Bat” are also influenced. You should see the rest of this picture— Wallie is only a part. Eunice, our financial adviser, caught Ed— miring. An aspiring Freshman attempts to prac— tice teach before his time. Three guesses and ‘the first four don’t count—introducing Mart and George. “Come right in lVIiss Mortensen and make yourself to home.” Judge Nels Landis of the “Auggie” ball club. Well three and one in a company—a cook, a librarian, brother Weltzin, and a president. §Z§E§E§E§E§E§Z§E§B§E§E 1927 1928 sagamamggsmmg Page 101 Show less
sasssasrszsrsrsa THE AUGSBURGIAN sassmasrsaasa «Church must: Music is the expression of human emotions. Sacred music creates religious emotion. If it predominately expresses any other emotion it cannot be sacred music. Its composers should be those who in their own souls have experienced the... Show moresasssasrszsrsrsa THE AUGSBURGIAN sassmasrsaasa «Church must: Music is the expression of human emotions. Sacred music creates religious emotion. If it predominately expresses any other emotion it cannot be sacred music. Its composers should be those who in their own souls have experienced the emotions they musically express in order to arouse similar emotions in others. Horace writes to the poets, “If you wish to touch my heart, you must begin by showing me that you have touched your own.” Some of the greatest masters in music have written for the church and have composed music of artistic excellence, but it can not be called sacred music in the best sense of the term, because it does not express religious feeling. In short, it is not devotional, either because the composers had no religious emotion to express, or because they wrote to please a worldly public. Much music of Rossini and Mozart, in fact, .many compositions of the classic masters, cannot be considered, according to this rule, sacred music. It can hardly be doubted that religious feeling was one of the earliest motives for calling music into existence because love, ecstacy, and emotion are states of mind most likely to foster a musical utterance. One of the features which distinguishes the Christian religion from almost all others is its quietness; it aims to repress the outward signs of inward feeling. Ancient religions had employed rhythmic dances and movements to express the inner feelings, some of them entirely unsuitable for worship. The early Christians discouraged all outward signs of emotion, and from the very beginning their music reproduced the spirit of their religion. All music employed was vocal and gesticulation was forbidden. In the sixteenth century we come upon the threshold of the golden era of song. While the enormous power of music over the feelings had long been known, the more prosaic attempts to describe or to explain the origin of this power have never been successful. At this period the tonal art had finally acquired, through slow and laborious processes, the material by which it was to manifest itself. The language had been created in which it was to speak. A great impetus in the development of sacred music was the Protestant Reforma- tion. The very style of church musical composition was affected by it, and may indeed be said to have acquired a Protestant character. Formerly, church music had been mainly used by the priests in their services. Now it became a medium through which the people worshipped. The chorale of Protestant Germany furnishes us with the lbestiillustrations of perfection in metrical tunes. It was here that the great leader of the religious movement of the sixteenth century published the first collection of hymns in the language of the common people. As yet, we have not a proper conception of the right use and dignity of true church music. It is too often considered a mere ornamental expression. #476? ca» sarmsrsrsaaam 1927 1928 sameaarsrszsar Page 60 fawvt a__. Show less
magmasaasa THE AUGSBURGJIAN §E§E§E§E§E§E§Z§E Standing~—-Borrevik, Dahlen, Quam, Halvorson, Nordhaug, Nordberg, Christensen, Lower. Seated—Peterson, Jensen, Magnusson, Miss Gaarde (Director), Jorenby, Lund, Hegg. ngshurg @rtbeatra The Augsburg Orchestra was organized under the able leadership of... Show moremagmasaasa THE AUGSBURGJIAN §E§E§E§E§E§E§Z§E Standing~—-Borrevik, Dahlen, Quam, Halvorson, Nordhaug, Nordberg, Christensen, Lower. Seated—Peterson, Jensen, Magnusson, Miss Gaarde (Director), Jorenby, Lund, Hegg. ngshurg @rtbeatra The Augsburg Orchestra was organized under the able leadership of Miss Emma Gaarde in “the fall of 1926. Although the members were few in number, they prac- ticed with untiring effort and made their first public appearance at the Christmas program. They made a splendid debut, and later played at a number of school functions. The outstanding feature of the year was the spring concert, which is to be an annual event. At this concert the orchestra proved to its audience that it was worthy of real consideration in Augsburg College activities. When the orchestra began practicing again last year, several new members were enrolled. These and the former and more experienced members have |brought the orchestra up to a considerable degree of efficiency, although they have not yet attained to their goal. The Augsburg Orchestra is not as well established as other campus organizations, but a splendid ‘beginning has been made, and it is certain that the orchestra is some- thing of which Augsburg can be justly proud. The need of an organization of this type has become more pronounced as more social activities have been established. The sincere and untiring efforts of Miss Gaarde in organizing and training this group have shown splendid results. She has formed out of raw material an efficient orchestra for Augsburg with aspirations and possibilities for a future of high attain- ments. sassmaeasasasaeasaa 1927 1928 uuuuuuuuumfi Page 65 Show less
Midsummer THE AUGSBURGIAN Midsummer Q gamma Mathew iBIauzmmt 3811mm During the past years an increasingly large number of our graduates have been going into the teaching profession. That they have an opportunity to exert a wonderful influence for good is generally conceded. Surely the purpose for... Show moreMidsummer THE AUGSBURGIAN Midsummer Q gamma Mathew iBIauzmmt 3811mm During the past years an increasingly large number of our graduates have been going into the teaching profession. That they have an opportunity to exert a wonderful influence for good is generally conceded. Surely the purpose for which Augsburg was founded, if it is allowed to become a part of the philosophy of life of Augsburg students, will through them work itself out into a high idealism in the youth with whom they, as graduates, come in contact. All Augsburgians should therefore feel it their duty to do all in their power to help diffuse the school’s ideals. And one way in which this may be done is through helping to place the annual teaching product of our school. In what ways can they help to do this? The students, former students, and graduates can boost for their own. Place the qualifications of Augsburg graduates along side of those of other candidates. If they appear to be as well fitted, pull for them! But there is one easy way in which we can help to place Augsburg graduates. It is easy for us, but it means practically all for the teacher. Let the candidate know of a vacancy, for without knowing this how can he apply? Notify the Augsburg Teachers’ Placement Bureau! The first duty, however, lies with the teaching graduate. The extent to which he succeeds will determine the desire on the part of those employing teachers to want graduates of the same school, who may be similarly equipped. Live the ideals you have been taught! Augrhurg demaudr that her graduates true U36 of their love to huild her anew: Give of their meam the school to endow; See that her program doth proyper and (grow; Build for her future a campus full fair; Under her guidance hrirtg student; who care; Rama champion her aimr arid ideaiy; Gladly rerpoud to all worthy appealx. HAROLD MORTENSEN. sesawsesesesimsi 1927 11928 sesasesesesesemsasi Page 66 Show less
THE AUGSBURGIAN §Z§E§Z§E§E§E§Z§E r v " "1/51 "g3: .: ' . ‘,>“.‘fl -‘ ' \ . u I \‘ 3.5 - . PROFESSOR E. P. HARBO 1856—1927 "Firmness and Optimism Springing from Implicit Faith.” wwwwwww 11927 11928 gzazgzwwggmmz Page 10
sausausasaszsa THE AUGSBURGIAN figfifigfifififigfigfififi Standing—O. Larson, Knudtson, Prof. P. A. Sveeggen (Faculty Adviser), Jacobsen, Hanson. Sitting——Leesland, Hanson, Logeland. ZlBeIta thaptet, ilota thi gamma The youngest organization at Augsburg is the Delta Chapter of the Iota Chi Sigma National... Show moresausausasaszsa THE AUGSBURGIAN figfifigfifififigfigfififi Standing—O. Larson, Knudtson, Prof. P. A. Sveeggen (Faculty Adviser), Jacobsen, Hanson. Sitting——Leesland, Hanson, Logeland. ZlBeIta thaptet, ilota thi gamma The youngest organization at Augsburg is the Delta Chapter of the Iota Chi Sigma National Honorary Journalistic Fraternity. Members of this unit have served from one to four years on the Echo Staff. The purpose of the National organization is to stimulate interest in, and to uphold the ethical standards of college journalism by promoting closer fellowship between students operating publications in American colleges and by conferring badges of merit on candidates who have served with distinction in such capacity. In spite of the fact that the Iota Chi Sigma is supposed to admit only those colleges having a publication issued once a week, Augsburg College was admitted be- cause of the many improvements in our publication, the “Echo.” With an organization of such a nature established at Augsburg, a greater interest and enthusiasm in this field of student endeavor are assured. sausrsasgsrsgsasgsasa 11927 11928 §Z§E§Z§B§E§E§B§Z§E§E§E Page 49 Show less
Ralph’s and “Rudy’s” books quite un— disturbed, Mark, “The fairest that may feast a bee,” Malvin Rossing (Shakespeare) wielding a mop, (“Written words may be blotted out") “Si” Berg preparing the frugal repast, Orrie, abed before midnight. He’s try— ing to learn Latin—emphasis on trying, Waldemar... Show moreRalph’s and “Rudy’s” books quite un— disturbed, Mark, “The fairest that may feast a bee,” Malvin Rossing (Shakespeare) wielding a mop, (“Written words may be blotted out") “Si” Berg preparing the frugal repast, Orrie, abed before midnight. He’s try— ing to learn Latin—emphasis on trying, Waldemar Gjerde, an amateur musician. “He’s as quiet as a wasp in one’s ear,” “A table without subtle refinements.” “Mugs” and Elsie seeking to enlighten their room, Ralph studies—“This book is one thing, the halter another.” mmwarwmaga 1927 1928 §E§E§E§E§E§E§E§E§E§E§E Page110 Show less
