Bristol High School - Green and White Yearbook (Bristol, RI)

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GREEN nmdL W1MDTE- “The day has gone by when any community in this land, where popular education is recognized as the foundation and essential condition of public well-being, can afford to be content with any arrangement short of the best, in every matter touching the prosperity and efficiency of its public schools. There arc moral influences, as well as intellectual and material, emanating from a pupil's surroundings, and acting upon himself. If any place ought to be made wholesome, bright, cheerful and inspiring to children, it is surely the school-room.” March—On the 5th of this month, Mr. Donovan spoke to the teachers and students on “Thrift.” A school dance was held in the Auditorium on March 17th. April—This month sped by uneventfully. May—On the 4th and 5th of May the Senior Class had their pictures taken for the “Green and White.” On a very pleasant afternoon in the middle of this month, the Senior Commercial Club went on a hike around Colt’s Drive, stopping on the way to roast hot dogs and toast marshmallows. The end of this month found us looking forward with great anticipation to graduation. Now, my dear diary, I must here come to a close, as time is swiftly passing by and the day of graduation is fast approaching. That day for which we longed, and now that it is here, we are sorry because it means leaving those whom we like and with whom we have associated for three years at Colt. Goodbye, dear diary of my high school days, here I close, most reverently, my records, praying that the future may be kind to each and every member of the Senior Class of 1939. LORETTA BYRNES, ’39 © © © A SONNET OF COURAGE In impregnable hearts of steel there strangely dwells A, bold defiance to the threats of life, And in the midst of trials, prison cells Defies and nobly conquers in the strife, The mighty sea, the mountains, endless earth, 'Gainst strength of courage fear to have contended As tyrant Herod feared the Christ at birth, They dare not shake the purpose first intended. Would God might fill my meek and humble heart Full overflowing with the strength of might Of courage, may its spirit never part That I my trials may bear, in doleful plight, And with attainment of success still bold Straight at this envious world my eyes I’ll hold. FRANK CORREIA, ’39 17 DREAMS As I sit looking out to sea, I wish and wish that I could be A sailor on some far-off trip, Aboard a white and gleaming ship. And if I find my dreams come true, Aboard a ship out on the blue: I’ll sail her to some far-off shore And visit every shop and store. I’ll buy some souvenirs and charms I’ll lie in the shade beneath the palms. And when I’ve had my feel of ease I’ll set sail in the morning breeze. And if when on some foreign strand, I find myself surrounded by a cut-throat band I'll wish and wish that I could roam Around the yard of my peaceful home. JOHN STONE, ’39

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GREEN OAndL WD10TTE- The Reverend Michael L. Ryan stated in his address that Thanksgiving was made up of two words— thanks and give.” December—Christmas was here again. At the assembly Reverend Herbert D. Graetz delivered his address to the teachers and student body. A Christmas party was held in the Auditorium. January—1938 saw us back in school and ready for work. Three months of serious study followed, with occasional school functions to break the monotony. May—Were we excited at this time! Why? Well. I will proceed to tell you. The big event in a Junior’s life was about to take place. Yes, you’ve guessed it, the Junior Prom! Happy memories of this event are stored away in our minds. June—Oh! Oh! Exams were facing us again! Were we going to let them get us down? No—not with a long summer’s vacation just around the corner! Thus came to an end our eventful Junior year at Colt. Senior Year Dear Diary September—Time passed by! We were full-fledged Seniors. What a comfortable feeling! The hurricane kept us out of school for a short time, but we returned in October. October—Class Officers were elected: President—James Rodriques Vice President—Palmeida Pinhero Secretary—I.orctta Byrnes Treasurer—Maynard Shusman Executive Board Chairman, Virginia Brightman; Stephen Burns, Angelo Massa, John Church, Frank Fales. The Senior Commercal Class was given the honor of publishing the school paper, “Colt Clarion.” The paper turned out to be a great success. Miss Bradford and Miss Bullock were advisors. On the 14th of this month we assembled in the Auditorium to listen to Mr. Gorman’s speech on “Fire Prevention.” Do you remember the gaily colored costumes and smiling faces, or was it just a vision ? No, there they were—gypsies, Spanish maidens and numerous other characters. It was the 27th of October, and Hallowe’en had come to Colt again. November—On the 10th of November, Armistice Day, Commander John F.. Baird related to the teachers and students his experiences in the World War. Reverend Arthur Burdon delivered the Thanksgiving Address on November 23rd. December—On the 8th of this month, Mr. John E. Meyer presented a Forum on the topic “Democracies Versus Dictatorship.” On the 15th and 16th of December “The Belle of Bagdad,” an operetta in two acts, was successfully presented by the Senior Class. On the 23rd of this month, Christmas, at Colt, w'as celebrated in the usual manner. At the assembly Reverend Anthony R. Parshlcy delivered the Christmas address. After an enjoyable Christmas vacation we returned to school to experience the most eventful year of all. January—1939—Everyone was trying to “catch up” where he had left off before vacation. This was very hard on all of us, as memories of the happy Christmas vacation still lingered in our minds, leaving no room for studies. February—On the 4th of this month the new Robert Shaw Andrews Memorial School was dedicated. This w'as one of the greatest events of our school year, as it gave us the opportunity to make use of modern equipment. And here, dear diary, is an excerpt from School Report of 1871 by Robert Shaw Andrews: 16

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