In 1923, World War I commander-in-chief of the American army, General John J. Pershing, spoke to Lincoln High students in the school’s theatre to commemorate the sixth anniversary of America’s entrance into the war.  Advocate staff members found an article pertaining to Gen Pershing’s visit in the 1923 Links yearbook.  Here are excerpted portions of Gen. Pershing’s speech:
“Being an American means nothing if we do not assume the obligations that stands for.  I shudder when I think of the problems which are being handed down to this generation… The prevalent …

By Ashlee Schaaf
From 7:55am to 3:05pm, LHS students have class. From 7:57am to 3pm, LSE students have class.  From 8:15am to 3:03pm, LSW students have class.  From 8am to 3pm, LNE students and EHS students have class.  From 7:57am to 3:01pm, LNS students have class. This means that Lincoln High’s total time for a school day adds up to seven hours and ten minutes.  Southeast’s total is seven hours and three minutes, Southwest’s is six hours and forty two minutes, Northeast’s and East’s are seven hours, and North Star’s ends …

The Lincoln High Band and vocal groups are going to Chicago this year for a music competition.  The band is leaving early in the morning on April 28th and will return onApril 30th.  The band will be taking a bus up to Chicago and back instead of flying there.  During the competition the band is going to play “Aribasque”, “Jesus, Jesus Rest Your Head”, and “Walking Through History”.  Everyone on the trip will be able to have free time during their visit and will see a performance by the Chicago …

This month, two extraordinary lives were shared on the stage of Lincoln High’s Theatre.  Judy Meisel, a California resident, survived horrific conditions during the Holocaust and was fortunate to survive.  She spoke to a packed room about her journey and, more importantly, what lessons should be learned.  Days later, Rwanadan and “self-appointed ambassador of hope”
Hadidja Nyiransekuye presented her experiences  to Lincoln High Students.  Given the international span of Lincoln High’s family, the lectures touched many emotions and resonated with students and staff.  The lectures were a part of Holocaust rememberance …

By Mimi Merliss and Sam Larson
The 2010 Lincoln High Prom “Fairy Tale Night” took place at the Pla-Mor Ballroom on April 24th.  Many students attended the event despite bad weather (rain and cool tempratures) and immedately saw the decor that was placed by Student Council members.  The DJ played a mix of older and newer songs.  Students grooved to Michael Jackson, Prince, Cupid, many Lady Gaga tracks, and contemporary tracks per request from the students.  Unlike Homecoming, the lighting in the room was not a problem and everyone was able …