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September 10, 1926 WILMETTE Lit- .... 3 WOULD PLACE WALTON LEAGUE CHAPTER HERE Encouragement of True Spc)l"t~ manship in Hunting, Fishing, and Conservation Is Goal A movement is now under way to organize a chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America in Wilmette, according to K. L. Shiras, organizer from the headquarters at 536 Lake Shore drive, Chicago. The league has a wide program for the betterment of outdoor conditions, and · its object is to save and create better outdoor conditions for posterity. There are rinny chapters of the league, a~ong them in this vicinity units at Antioch, Fox Lake, Libertyville, Waukegan, Evanston, and Winnetka. There are about 200 members in the Waukegan chapter, 100 in the Winnetka, and also a large membership in Evanston. The magazine, "Outdoor America," which is published by the Izaak Walton League of America, is given free to members. Foster True Sportsmanship Some of the main objects of the League are the practice of true sportsmanship in hunting and fishing, a comprehensive system of Federal control over our forests, aid in restoration of deya st ated areas, and the prohibition of the sale and interstate shipment of game and of fre sh game fish, excepting for the purpose of propagation. Any person of good character who is ,·ouched for by two members of the league in good standing, shall he eligihlc for membership, it is said, pro\·ided that no active member shall be le ss than sixteen years of age. The objects of the Isaak \Valtoti league of America are given as follows: "1 . The practice of true sportsmanship in hunting and fishing, and strenuous and unremitting opposition to illcgal destructi\·e and unfair methods. 'i2. An aggressive program calling for national and state legislation or eradicate pollution from coastal and inland waters. Want Federal Control Sand Modelers Win Awards NEW TRIER PRINCIPAL STUDIES WEST SCHOOLS Lectures and Observes School · Financial Problema in Cali. fomia Cities t ' "3. The broadest and most comprehensive sYstem of Federal control feasible o~er our forests; this system to embrace the best features of the forestry policies of Europe so far as applicable to our condition. "4. Aid in restoration of devastated areas, and constructive opposition to such artificial drainage as will injure any natural resource. "5. 'fhe establishment by thf' State and National Governments of adequate public shooting and fishing grounds and game refuges. "6. The establishment of sufficient fish hatcheries and game farms for the increased propagation and wider distribution of fish and game . . "7. Prohibition of the sale and interstate shipment of game and of fresh water game fishes, excepting for the purpose of propagation . . "8. Scientific regulation of the taking of salt water game fishes and prohibition of the sale of certain anadromous species. "9. The strictest enforcement of the migratory bird law. "10. The establishment of biological experiment stations for the training of scientific workers, to the end that all game and fish propagation and distribution rp.ay be conducted under expert supervision and counsel: · Encoura&e Outdoor Life "11. That outdoor recreation as a major part of the· ' life and education of the American youth be encouraged by example, counsel and active co-opera- tion. Fred~rick E. Clerk, superintendent of New Trier High school, ~ho re turned to the north shore this week, spent part of the summer visiting and inspecting high schools at Leland Stanford. the University of California, and the University of Washington. He was engaged from the middle of June until tlie middle of August, in studying educational methods in the western . schools, and gave a series of lectures at the l;niversity of California on "Educational Administration" during the summer session there. Mr. Clerk was c;hiefly interested iri the problem of educational costs, and he made an exhaustive study of that subject -when inspecting the high schools in California. Since high A group of Wilmette youngsters displayed remarkable skill in sand- schools increase in California at a modeling in contests at the Wilmette beach last week. The above illustra- greater rate than in any other state, tion plainly shows result s of their ability in the field of "sculpting." Bears, the costs · are also increased. he states, turtles, replicas of buildings and numerous other interesting objects were and a study of how th'Y meet their nroblems is therefore of value. A made to catch the critical eyes ot the judges on the Recreation board. modification of those methods may be out in 13ractice at New Trier with the "ALLEY CLUB"· MEETS ohifct of reducing costs without deorecia ting efficiency. t S OW Greenleaf and Central Avenue Bunk Long Class Periods Shooters. Meet in Garage to Air One of the interesting methods em0 Kicks; Elec~ Rennolds President ploved in the "~es tern high schools is The final playground exhibit under tlw- sixtv or seventy minute period, the direction of the Playground and By J. M. BOYD whirh n~~ke c; it possible to do away Recreation board was on display durThe Alley club, recently formed by with studv halls entirely, Mr. Clerk ing the past week at the William Tay- various back yard landscape artists, explains. During the tong period, both lor Dry Goods store on Central ave- bunk shooters and tinkerers along recitation and studv can take place. nue. Greenleaf and Central avenues between . This eliminates the study halls, thereby The exhibit represents the different Seventh and Eighth streets held a saving space which can be used for types of work done by the small chi1 very interesting meeting la st week in class~ooms. dren at the beach, Laurel and Vatt- Gubbins' garage, 715 Central avenue. Another monev-saviug . idea which man park playgrounds during the two Harry B. Rennolds, 711 Central ave- Mr. Clerk noted· "·as the plan of havmonths in which those playgrounds nue, who has recently acqu~red the ing student readers to assist the were in operation. It is the children's ancient and honorable status of teachers in their clerical work. These own hand work. 'grandpap,' \v'as unanimously elected students or graduates earn thirty cents In the window were samples of president, and our talented artist, )Vil.., an hour helping to corn·ct papers and wood carving. soap carving, Concreola liam Schmedtgen. 710 Greenleaf ave- do other cleriral work that frequently work, bunny rabbits, French dolls, nue. was made secret~ry. takes so much of the teacher's time yarn dolls, paper dolls, lollipop dolls, The main object of the club is to and energy. goose dolls, and stocking dolls, mat proYide an opportunity for every memEn.i oys Vacation Spell weaving, doll furniture, towels and ber to air his views on any subject and Mr. Clerk announces that what he many other interesting articles made kick about anything he pleases, and ·it by the children. is against the rules for the kickee to has observed witt not necessarily become a part of the educational methget sore at the kicker. Vattman park and Laurel playods at New Trier. hut is merely being Brother Schmedtgen proceeded to grounds were under the direction of Miss Olga Stopka while the beach brratc the club president for parking 'tudied and considered with a view to work was directed by Mrs. Alta Cald- his house-broke car in front of his improving conditions 111 the high' garage to the annoyance of the brother schools. well. Mr. Clerk arrived home. September secretary. Due investigation having been made bv a committee of the o. after his vacation at Puget Sound, G. R. \Vatt of 115 Laurel avenue, whole. Brothe~ Rennolds was ordered which lie spent in fishing and "roughwhile touring the Shenandoah valley to desist from further depredations. ing it." ready to take up his duties as was a guest at Shenandoah Caverns Brother Ben W. vVilson, 714 Green- superintendent ·when school opens on September 1. leaf avenue. offered a very interesting ~1onday. September 13. ·. stunt in sleight-of-hand . hut was not able to complete the performance due "House of Happiness" to to the physical peculiarities of Brother Grubbin. The act \Yas deferred to a Benefit bv Girls' Circus future meeting. Stunts, costumes, prizes, ice-cream, Brother Schmedtgen, \\·ho recently returned from a year's sojourn in Eu- lemonade. pop-corn, fud~e, and a parrope. spoke at some length and ex- ade will be features of the circus which ,,-111 he g-iven at 1523 Walnut plained how the Italians eat spaghetti without choking or jabbing an eye out. ~venuP Saturdav. Se-ptember 11, from He also mentioned something about the 3 to 5 :30 o'clod<: for the benefit of toothsomeness of snails as prepared by rhilclren in the Chicago Stockyards the French chefs. the snail being the district. The circus is being planned hv a national hird of France. emblematic of the wav they pay their debts to "Uncle group of young girls called "The Leisure club," and the money ,goes Shylock." . Brother Gruhhin furnished the cigars to help "The House of Happiness" to and Brother William Melchior the aid children less fortunate to have furniture and decorations, and every- some new equipment for their playbody went home as happy <l~ a · jaybird ground. Today's ·Want ·A d Page teJls what in a ·goobah tree full of doodle bugs. Those who wear a costume wilt be to do . with . your used books: The next meeting wilt be held at admitted free, it is announced. There B'rother Melchior's garage in the near will be a parade, and stunts for which .WANTED TO BUY-BOOKS AND future at the call of the president, un- prizes will be awarded. All who come libraries. Write Minerva Book Store, 5~10 University Ave ... less the wind should exceed ten or to the circus are promised plen~y of Chicago, Ill. fifteen miles per hour. fun. 4 Shoppers Admire· Ch ·Jdren , Sh f Summer Work s 4 BOOKS!