Elms College - Elmata Yearbook (Chicopee, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1933 volume:

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'1 1 , I, ' I M 4-F U . , 1 a i t . , AA . 1. 29 1 V 1 ' ' 'HK 4 " 2 a nd 5 Q ' X - Q f ffl 'G' fy " X , g Q il A , , ,I ag: V, , E yg, . fr ' A 4 1 f W 5fa13?i'2gXQ?f ,cvfllfifi 1 f 9 ' X iv. 4. gg HIIV, V' J, 2522+ V H2 ,' QE ' A, , v I A X . ..,,., ,1 ,I S ul i I 'K 1 f . X ' ' 4 2 . 9 'I g a r Zllihumas jllilarp QB'3Learp, BB. Vdho has chosen the way of truth -Whose life, pref cepts and works proclaim it-whose unselhshness and zeal have made possihle our daily concord with the culture and art of the ages-Whose ideals have elevated our own, -whose vasqt scope of learning and whose golden oratory have instilled in us pro- found respecnt - who, our founder and president, guides us to all that is line, enduring and Christian, to such a one, worthy of far nobler and loftier works, we, the Class of 1933, with respecnt and aff fecntgion, dedicate this, our class hook. PRELUDE Hark now! The slender lingers pluelc the lyre And soft begins our song, no fire Of symphony is ours, no serenade, No wail of rhapsody, our song is made Of muted notes that echo in the heart As down the aisle of Yesterday We start, A simple melody, that lilts and sings, When lVIem'ry breathes a sigh upon the strings. CHI CAMPUS FACULTY CLASSES CLUBS ACTIVITIES LITERARY HUMOR ADVERTISEMENTS I If IHEIISPIIIII HIN CONII XXX I 1' I H ll IRIX III-Il IHOIUIN RXXIIX L NIIXXX TO THE FACULTY With the laurels within reach of our fingertips, we pause to acknowledge, with deep gratitude, our debt to the faculty. Through the medium of the classroom they have taught us lessons, aye, valuable lessons from books - Through their lives they have taught us the deeper lessons of culture, altruism, faith and loyalty, which have made us ready to meet the world. We realize that actions have more potent voices than words, and so we leave with a prayer on our lips that not one ofthe Class of l33 will ever fail to reflecqt credit, and even glory on those generous ones who have guided us to our goal. ,!?1 . ilkeb. igatriris jf. Enple, SLTICJB., SLCEEJL., 1513.23 VICE-PRESI DFNT - c-X Cf NJ Bah. EI. Qlfreh lane, jR?I.Q., Qllbaplain PROFESSOR UF RELIHIUN f3 QL. Beh. George Q. Subea, S.Z!IZ.B., IBIJJJB. PROFESSOR OF PHILOSOPHY - cN Cx NJ I- 5-lfliss Qnna Margaret Ziaapes DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION o Qui' Alumnae: Swinging along the four-year highway, we pause with the goal in sight, to acknowledge with gratitude the pioneership of the Charter Class. Across each new held they cut a footpath, that we might follow swiftly-they set ajar each dark doorway, that we might enter fearlessly, they blazed each trail, that we might not be lost 7 they have been the lamp by which our faltering footsteps were guided. Unfortunately, they stepped from our kindly -portals into the midst of an economic crisis, of which they have become a part. Xlfe regret this, for we are confident that, given an opportunity to prove themselves, they would have reflected immediate glory on our Alma Mater: Cut earnest hope and prayer is that the wind of circumstance will soon blow favorably in their direction, for like all pioneers, they are worthy ofthe best. .s . . li.xRxr1s M.-im' li. lJ,xl,Tox X. llrooknt-ld, Mass. Hritiix A. HiiN.xRn Springfield, Mass. RlIl.lJRliIl M, LQLARKE Springfield, Mass. M,fxRoA1zr:T CLIFFURU Northampton, Mass. l'iATIHiRINl-I ll. CVRRAN Northainpton. Mass. blARf..-XRET M. t'l's.xcK Xltstfleltl. Mass. XYorcester, Mass. K.X'I'HERlXl'I M. ll.Xl.Y llolyoke, Mass. L'i..xRE A, IJEYINE Springheltl, Mass. ESTIIER li. DEi'1xE Chicopee Falls, Mass. OR.'XXlPIli Lf lJ1,xxI,xxT Springfield, Mass. M.-xRt3.xRET E. llINEEN Springfield, Mass. li.XTI-IERIXE M. Doxxi Springlield, Mass. CATH:-:RIXE M. Dex X Palmer, Mass. Xl.-XRY G. ENRIGHT Mittineague, Mass. BIARGARET M. GER.-KN Holyoke, Mass. Rl.-XRIE L. GILLIS Holyoke, Mass. lllARY F. GREANEY Xlorcester, Mass. .DSON L'Ec'i1.1,x li I fxR0sF Holyoke, Mass. GEIiTRL'DE M. RIURRISON Great Barrington, Mass RlARY V. MURPHY Holyoke, Mass. lDllKU'I'HY T, OVBRIEN Chicopee, Mass. .-XLICE F. SCHNETZER Springneld, Mass. NIARY C. S1-IEA Holyoke, Mass. ' I I 1 - QA3 xce. cx-eaw. m -- STH' fx F5 :fl A iff' xv ffrwf Q. -QP f XZ X - 33--1 4' lx ,sf "af X - xl 1 Mf. -- ,., N ff 1115 8 z f' f BGMOQS Senior Class Ofiicers Pl'F5flfL'IIf.' IJOROTHY K. FLEMING I'iff-P1'v.f1'dvnt: CL.-UNE P. McL.,xL'GHI.1N .S1C'CI'L'fcT1'-X'.' BIARY M. BARRETT T1'vu.v1frm'.' BIARY M. MCDUNOIYGH flaxx Colors: C1055 Flozvcr: Crinmsfnl and Silver Crimson Rose a I 8 xx ,X 19:55 ,, . DOROTHY THERESA ADAMS HOUSATONIC, Mass. CfD0t.H ,z ,i 'X "Her warnz, brozun hair Ivlorvn floizdy-tu1'sv ubouf, Slim as flzv flags, and every ttflzif as fail'-" DOROTH!', "gift of God"-what utter truth! One's pen, weary with four years of toil, takes on new vigor at the very thought of writing about Dot. Blessed Dot-four years of living with her, working with her, playing with her, leave a glorious trail of pictures in our minds-Dot, curled up, lost in a book-Dot eagerly telling an adventure, all unaware of self-Dot, chin cupped in hand. thinking deep, deep tho'ts, with far-away eyes-Dot in class, giving easy. brilliant recitations-Dot at a prom, sweet and gay-Dot, good-naturedly taking a "ragging"- Dot, all "otherdom", and selliessness! Young and refreshing, and yet always there, steady and dependable, when you need her- Your worries, big and small, smoothed out by Dot-your little dreams that the world would mock, safe with Dot! Completely unassuming, genuinely unaware of her own worth, our Dot is a unique person in an egotistical, selfish world! Wherever she goes, whomever she mingles with, life will be a little better. simply for having known her. Secretary, Dramatic Club Z: Secretary, Sodality 3: Vice-President, Metaphys- ical Club 3: Basketball captain 3, 43 Senior Play, lead: Salutatoriang Associate Editor of Elmataj Catholic Action Club, Cercle Franqaisg Spanish Club. 14191: GEHSAEA ,, H ELMATA ici 1953 Z, A MARY MARGARET BARRETT i ' is l HOLYOKE, Mfxss. 5, fl J, for Barry Ml'-ilcYllf1l1Il'4li sl011n'0r1y- lillllllfj and .wr ftllly XYITH a song in their hearts, with the waving of banners-crimson and silver-and the fanfare of drums, the steady march of the parade of '33 has swung onward toward its coveted goal. It has been a gay procession and has trocl rough-shod over all obstacles. But there was one among us who sought to view this spec-tacle from the sidelines. You've guessed it-Mary Barrett is the young lady who loves to shun the limelight, but who coultln't hide her light under a bushel for long. One can picture her along the march giving a word of encouragement to her fellow marchers or causing a paroxysm of mirth by her Rogerish wit. Mary has held several important oftices and, by her administrative finesse, has excited the admiration and gratitude of her classmates. One thing, however, which has caused her friends lu become a bit impatient at times. though second thought excuses her for being natural-that is her leisurely gait. This trait or habit las you willl is the very antithesis of that found in her associates. They are as "live-wire-ish" as she is casual. Mary is the antidote for 1935 precipitattness. However, the thoroughness that is ever akin to the leisurely pace is hers also. The "call of the books" has no terrors for her, nor will the call of any avocation in the future. Mary possesses all the essentials of an evenly balanced character and disposition which will make any task appear easy. She will never be an alarmist, but is certain to be a success in her career as an apostle of quiet thoroughness. Class Secretary 3, 43 Treasurer. Sodality 43 Spanish Clubg Catholic Action Club, Basketball 3. cc 20 rr Ce El'5l:92A,, ,L EMEA ,, HELEN CLAIRE BEGLEY YVEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. "Oh, gran! mc, lzr'at'c11, .llore llzalz enough for 1zatnrc's ends, IVIIII .romelliing lcfl to treat my friends." A coMPLr-:TE description of Helen's character is not possible, for not one of us knows her thoroughly enough, That is no fault in her, nor any fault of ours. Almost every Senior has been impressed by some different quality, but we all agree the combination is one '33 is lucky to count as one of her own. Helen keeps us posted as to what is what in the radio world. and her information is often valuable as well as amusing. But not all Helen's time outside the classroom is spent cudclled by a radio. She reaps an enviable harvest from the hours she assigns to study. NVe might almost say: "un grand per rent fvonr 'z'0ns."l Helen's ready laughter makes her always welcome. She is generousg and her big-heartedness is not the kind which denotes a weak backbone. For an indignation meeting, of two or of twenty-five Coh yes, there has been many a tempest in our teapotl often draws moral support from Helen's staunch advocacy of what she believes right. Now, excluding shop-talk, Helen has delighted many an audience with stories of summer vacations at the Lake. Wie wish she would tell us about the week-ends spent, let us say, not ten miles from Springfield! VVell, anyway, we hope for the future, that Helen will accomplish as much and as merrily as she has these four years. Cercle Francais: Catholic Action Club: Music Chairman, junior Prom: Metaphysical Club: Sodalityg Senior Play. cc 21 xv gEl'332lA ,, Qk ' ls1A'I'HRYN ELIZABETH BROPHY XVATERBURY, CONN. uK'n'vn '24 merry lmirt dovllz gum! like 0 Jllfdfffllfu i it week end or of twice mentionin-1' your prom escort! beware Bl-Lwmta of day-dreaming at er a x' 1 - , , of adhering too rigorously to college rules or of deviating too frequently from them, or on the following Tuesday you will find ,your name emblazoned across the "Senior Scandal Sheetng with the why, wherefore, and probable outcome tKay's conclusion, of coursel. for Kay is the Vyalter Xtinchell of the "Iilms". And what an imagination that girl has! Besides her keen powers of detection, there are several things about Kay which we will always remember-dreamy grey eyes-gorgeous raven locks-and, of course, that inimitable giggle so frequently heard in the "Dorm" and classroom. You may think that, after eight years in convent schools, Kay would not know her way around outside of cloistered xx alls-but, we assure you, she can play the part of a sophisticate when the occasion demands. VVe have no fears for her in the great outside world. She will , itizen. but not too law-abiding. She will always be devoted to high ideals. but not too devoted to i have a good time and to share it with others. always be a law-abiding c Club 4g Basketball 45 Class Secretary 1: Cercle Francaisg Secretary, Spanish Assistant Humorous Editor of lilumlag Catholic Action Club: Sodality: Senior Play. u22n ce El'flls?!.A,, ,C Elglfllln ROSALIE MARY CARROLL CHICOPEE, Mass. uR0I,u "U magic of 0 song! lien' lo'z't'li:1f'.r.v .llay slvrft l!l1ll1'Hdl'I'i'd nf Iifcfr mnrtttl lnll."' lJtrt1tNt"r1vE of stature, colossal of heart, an unobtrusive little person, with eager brown eyes and a faculty for popping up unexpectedly to fill the air with a lilting song, or to prove her point "furor:Ic'sra1J1r'1nr'11t" in a French debate--that is Rosalie. The span of four years spent with this auburn-haired comrade is :ill too brief-yet sufficiently long to prove that she is worth her weight in gold. VVhoever turned to her in need and came away unsatisfied? XVhether you needed mercurochrome, or aid with a bit of French, or a neat patch for your uniform, Rosalie was there. And Rosalie is "wielder of the deftest needle ever known to a jagged tear". Good- hearted, just at little bit gullible, and gifted with that property that makes you glad to have her around, Rosalie has won our hearts. Vye admire her, we tease her. we laugh with her-and in our modern diction, we call her "cute"! We need not wish her success and happiness. these will be hers inevitably-we only wish that nothing in life may change her from the steady, lovable Rosalie whom we know. Class Secretary 2: Class Historian: Secretary, Cercle Franqais 35 President. Cercle Francais 4: Librarian, Glee Club 41 Chairman Decorations, Senior Prom: Debating Club: Catholic Action Cluhg Sodalityg Senior Play. 4:2319 ' .J EM UH, - ELMATA CX 1955 ,-, ' HELEN JULIA COLLINS SPRINGFIELD, MASS. "Benny" "Size is pretty to walk with, and witty to talk with Amr' fvltuzsazit fn think fin, fmt." PERHAP5 some of vou will contradict mc when I cl 'b H , . . I ' escrl e elen as unusual-but stop and think! Isn't it unusual to find red hair accompanied by such 21 truly wonderful disposition? Isn't it unusual to End a girl who possesses the rare gift of forgetting as well as forgiving? And isn't it unusual to meet a girl who can look so sophisticated and yet be so charmingly naive? And wh ere, in all the world, will we find another girl who can walk alono' in 1 beret 'ind l g . . po o coat as regally as a queen in a crown ancl ermine wrap? Helen is rarely, if ever, out of humor .... in fact, a few moments spent in her company have often cured many a one of us of a bad case of the blues. For this reason. she is popular with all and her presence is an asset to any gathering. To those who have known her but casually, she has brought the desire to know her better .... to those privileged with her intimacy, h h s e as been a real pal. Loyal and generous in her friendships, equipped with the double attributes of an attractive appearance and personality, Helen has merited our unanimous wish for luck and happiness in the future. Humorous Editor of Iilmam,' Catholic Action Clubg Dramatic Clubg Cercle Francais: Sodality. a 24-an ,L El'f,llfilEA,, 6 El'5'3Q5l,, MARGARET RITA COLLINS YVORCESTER, MASS. ff U Peg "Heart on sle'c'w, .9110 walks nwrrily alaug-" ONE of the lovable things about her is that she is so jolly human. Full of sweet dreams-always an inner glow of delight-simple-hearted innocence-an amount of Irish wit and a full share of blarney-go to make up this colleen, who danced her way into our hearts four years ago. Call her Margaret? Indeed! 'When once we saw that glint of blue through a mist of tears-we called her Peg, and Peg has been her praenomen ever since. That rare combination of good looks, personality, sunny disposition, and intellectual prowess, has prompted her classmates and friends to proclaim her the "Hallmark of quality". She has given of herself and of her time unstintingly. Many an "Elms" girl can vouch for her ready willingness and her unselfishness- aye, full many a one owes her crowning glory to Pegs clever mantruvres. This gay bit of femininity trips along "life's highway", 'mid laughter and tears and with the guilelessness of a three years' child. spreading happiness on her way. To have known Peg is to have added to your store of sunshine. To have had her friendship is to have had that stanch loyalty "of one who walks your path and thinks the thoughts you think", May the world prize her as '33 does, for to '33 she will be "Peg o' My Heart" to the end. Yice-President, Class 23 Chairman of Music, Senior Prom: Senior Playg Ol'ZltOTlCHl Contest 43 Chairman of Ring Committee: Sodality: Catholic Action Club: Treasurer, Dramatic Club. cc 25 or ELMAUI , i?tz3'b f - its VARY ELIZ-XBILTH LOUGHLIN z X x., I P Q Q GREENFIELD, MASS. .3 ' V ' f ulzwnyn A Q "Blue zuvrv lzcr eyes as the fairy flux, Hur rlivvks like 'thc' dawn of day-" Tl-ZN or twenty years from now, say "Mary Cou,Qhlin" to one of the Class of '33Hand watch for the reminiscent grin. For thus has May made her impression on us-as a May that laughs at life, taking it with a grain of salt and sprinkling it with more than a grain of her imperturbable good humor. May is essentially modern-an easy composite of idealism and practicality, the latter manifested in a veneer of mundane indifference, the former in a penchant for poetry and music. She loves to browse among books, or to putter in the Chemistry Lab. fespecially when it means curtailing an experimentl, but when it's a question of Chemistry problems, or of "tooting" away on her clarinet, May plunges in with a vim and vigor well worthy of reward. May has made many a bright turning along: the highway of '33 and, with one voice. we join in wishing her luck and happiness. Qrchestra l, 2, 3, 43 Sodalityg Cercle Francaisg Athletic Association: Catholic Action Clubg Dramatic Club. cc 261: ' 6 Elfillfilflln C, E?3l:f'2A,, JEAN ANN CULLEN LANEsBoRo, Mass. "Ye were aye ical and fruv, Jenni," THE beautiful hills in the heart of which Laneslroro nestles, have imbued ,lean with a love of the great outdoors. Her ideal afternoon is one spent hiking thro' the woods with head tossed back, drinking in the wonders of Nature, and when the dusk of evening has gathered, her end of a perfect day is to eat supper by a cheerful campfire. She is an ardent devotee of sports, a fact which explains her partiality for sport models in clothes. The lure of distant lands fascinates her and she has travelled many a "royal road of romance" with Richard Halliburton. l-ler tastes are wide and varied, ranging from poetry to a hobby for fragile willow ware. She has a penchant for the dramatic and her histrionic ability is famed within our halls. A courage and perseverance that reflect the rugged strength of her native hills render hard work a matter of trivial import for jean. She enters into fun so wholeheartedly that the ring of her laughter is contagious. Though she is alert and keenly interested, at times a masque of indifference and sangfroid conceals a sensitive streak. As she is a voracious reader, 'tis whispered the career of a librarian might call her when college days are ended. To whatever undertaking she turns her attention, that self-same tenacity and persistence which have crowned her college work with success will lead her to victory's goal in the great world beyond our college walls. Associate Editor of Elmata: President, Debating Club: Oratorical Contest 2, 43 Elm Tree Orationg Senior Play, lead: Sodalityg Catholic Action Club. cc27n ,N W19l5mlA ,, cs E393 ,, VIOLA COSETTE DAUDELIN HOLYOKE, Mfxss. 'hllislrcss of lzvrself llzo' China fall" IN future years the name Santa Claus will never fail to remind us of Viola, who so often, and so capably, played that role for us through our college years. We behold in Viola a composite of efficient seriousness and mirth-provoking nonsensicalness, who hs few peers in all the colleges of the land. Yiola's conduct is like a prism, ever changing, and yet ever enchanting. No class, no study period, no leisure hours, have ever managed to he wearisome with Viola present. No last-minute plea for ethcient service has ever found Viola unwilling. Our scrap-books are filled with the attractive programs :ind tickets that Viola produced for every occasion, She seems to have a penchant for ability in helds where most of us find ourselves helpless. For, who was it but Viola who used to advance in solitary grandeur Sophomore year to receive her math testimonial? Since happiness is the inalienable right of a giver of happiness, may Viola know all happiness. May her reindeer never slow up and her sleigh never break down until the Eternal Santa says. "XVell done". President of Glee Club -l: Sodality: Basketball 43 Spanish Club: Catholic Action Clulig Senior Play. 41289 Cc El15'?2A,, C, Bids? ,, GRACE AGNES FLANAGAN SPRINGFIELD, Mass. "lVif1z an eye made quid Ivy tin' fmucr Of 1IG7'llI0lIj' and flu' deep fwzuws of jay-" IT is the consensus of opinion that Grace is the typical example of an Elmite who can have "a wholesome outside interest" and keep a proper balance between heart and head. This "wholesome interest" has been the reason for her sallying forth XYorcesterwards "a-prom-ing" and "a-football-ing". For all of that, she would appear calm and unrutiied on Monday morning: with class recitation par excellence. Grace has remained untouched by the transitory phenomena of four years. She never gets excited over the messes into which humanity gets. She smiles at the fancies and foibles and calmly treads the "even tenor of her way". Not only has Grace held an impregnable position. scholastically speaking, but her status is high in the field of dramatics and oral expression. She has procured the laurels for '33 on more than one occasion. Her quiet, unostentatious efforts went a long way to make the Junior prom and the Sodality Bridge-Tea a success. XYe are confident that Father Time is hacking out a niche for Grace in the Hall of Pedagogues and there her name will be hallowed. President of Dramatic Club 4: Oratorical Contest 2, 33 Class Oratorg Assistant Business Manager of Elmafag Treasurer, Dramatic Club 33 Glee Clubg Catholic Action Club: Sodality. cc 29 at tx El 93i3TA ,, ELMAM CX 1953 ,, "" DOROTHY KNOXVLTGN FLEMING SPRINGFIELD, Mass. fKD0tD l . "A Nifzgcmz flood of -words-" Tawxv head bent over a current magazine-a gasp-a swish of skirts-flying heels-a cyclonic entrance into class-a last-minute dashing-off ofa few lines of a theme-thus, reader, I introduce D. K. Fleming. Sparkling wit, dry humor and puns galore liespeak the keen intellect whose multiple activities appear paradoxical, not to say impossible. She should have been baptized "Procrastination" .... yet she' always rises to the occasion so superbly as to be breathtaking. To so much fear and trepidation has this "Merry Madcapn subjected her classmates tespecially at two minutes of nine, Sunday nightsj, they marvel they have not sunk into premature old age without ever having known youth. Dot has a deep and abiding love for science-that is, of course, domestic science. Skillfully has she led us past the Scylla and Charybdis of Sophomore, junior and Senior years with always undaunted faith and with the ever-ready jest. Each and every Senior raises high her cup and, in one voice, we proclaim to you a toast "that your measure of happiness will be pressed down. heaped up. and running over". Class President 2, 3, 4: Class VVillg Basketball 33 Secretary, Metaphysical Chili 3: Secretary, Catholic Action Clubg Sodality. cc 30x Ce El's1i'?gA,, ,X E?3'22A,, HAZEL FRANCES FORD SPtuNoFIELD, Mass. Q "Her look, 1011011 slzc tz wry litilv .vinilvs May not ln' sfvokvll, nor in fl1o't ruzljilzvd-" H 1 has roceeded throuffh four XVITH a determination which is undaunted by circumstances, aze . p D years of college. XYith unswerving tenacity of purpose, she has mastered the maze of the French course under which stronger girls tphysically speaking! have quaked. A store of energy which is a driving force has kept her well up in the scholastic limelight. This same energy gained for her the position of business manager of the Elmtzla-from all reports business men are now deploring that fact. It suffices to say-Hazel gets the ads. ' ' ' l 1 ' ed her attention and again her feats have chalked Dramatits and oral expression iave C aim up more glory for '33. VX"e expect to hear of Hazel teaching French verbs ni , to artless youth and it would be superfluous to say Good Luck", because her many qualities lead directly to success. Dramatic Cluhg Cercle Business Manager of Elnralag Sodality: Senior Play: Francais: Catholic Action Clubg Vice-President, Debating Club 4, 41319 a EMBA? 4 k MARG.-XRIQT MARY GALLIVAN HoLYo14E, Mass. "ll is lrumjzzil fanfic zefm m'cn111fl1'.+'l1 IIIIIFII-i l'iUR'l'L'NA'1'E are we in having such a one as Margaret among' us. For she is of that rare class uf people who make themselves felt more by what they are and what they flu, than by what they say. Never does Margaret clamor for attention, never does she lift her voice in garrulous protest and yet we are all aware of her presence. and immensely glad of it. She is the essence uf generosity and gives of herself, her time and her possessions so graciously as to make one feel that one is doing her a favor in accepting. Her personality is reflected in her low, well-brecl voice. ancl in her clothes. no less enviable by quantity than liy quality, for they are always marked by that simplicity which spells gootl taste. We know not what she plans for tie u ure- u o still further. Xlhateyer she clues, we know that she will meet life serenely and will keep her heacl high above the scholastic whirlpools which l f t r ni r has it that she will pursue knowledge submerge many. The twin wishes, happiness and success, are our aclieu to Margaret. Chairman of Patrons, junior Prom: Soclality: Catholic Action Clubg Cercle Francaisg Dramatic Club. a 32 xx ' ,e EHl:?lA,, X- ELMATA f ALICE RUTH HALLEIN VVEST SPRINGFIELD, Mfxss. a HAP! "A laugh is just like sznzslznzv. It frc.vlzt'ns all the day-" ALICE is the dark-haired, dark-eyed proof that small people are not to be passed by as belonging to a negligible minority. This slim little slip of a girl has a lively, dominating personality that has captured the admiration of all, and has made her the nucleus of a staunch coterie of friends. Like her namesake in Vlfonderland, Alice trips through life, gay and conndent, delightedly finding something new and enchanting in every nook and cranny. She has a Hair for expressing herself wittily, a knack of dressing becomingly, and a way of making herself welcome wherever she chances to be. Alice is a jolly little person, and we hope the future smiles kindly on her, and will bring her all of the nice things in life. NVe presume that, "11z1zIafis uzizfazzdisu, New1nan's definition of a gentleman, applies also to ladies. If so, Alice will be its perfect embodiment to the end of her days. Senior Playg Spanish Club: Sodalityg Catholic Action Club. cc 33 2: ELMATA -1 6 1955 ,, Jff5'?flAf,- A f' i an GERTRUDE CHARLOTTE HALLEIN i Q A XXYEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. H I "Gm-1" .Ind grasps llzc skirts of liafvfvy rlzazirz' And Zwrt'a.s'fs thc lilo-tus of rir'r11u1sta11cc'." THE class enthusiast! Here is a girl whom apathy has never touched. No matter what the question in debate. Gertrude soon declares herself. The noteworthy characters are those who firmly decide their position and lirztvely maintain it: and this girl has indeed the courage of her convictions! Years from now, our mental representation of Gert will be just as vivid and clear-cut as it is today. Gertrudes sparkling gift for enthusiasm is evidenced in her extra-curricular activities also. Some girls do not care for cards: others do, immensely. If a liking for them could possibly be made contagious, Gert would have twenty-four more very ardent bridge-players in our class. However, do not get the impression that Gertrudes home will ever be neglected for any all-day card party. There will he no need for delicatessen meals, as cooking-classes have absorbed quite a bit of Gert's time in Senior year. Practice makes perfect. :ind we all know that one's first biscuits may be a trifle heavy: and if one cake has no salt, the next one may have a double share! Whether playing tennis or rooting from a sideline, dancing tlte latest step, or playing the latest popular number, Gert throws herself into it with a wholeheartedness that exhilarzttes us all. May she ever keep this Peter Pan quality of vital eagerness! Should she develop normally, Peter Pan may well look to his laurels. Fodalityg General Chairman, junior Promg Chairman, Refreshments, Senior Prom 3 Secretary-Treasurer, Glee Clt1lm2.3g Catholic Action Clubg Basketball 3. cc 34:0 cs El322A,, , HELEN ELIZABETH HEARN HOLYOKE, lVIAss. "Shorty" "In small lhroporiioizs, we just lJt'!'l1tfl-CS jfnd-" To think of her is to call to mind the words of an ancient Greek sage that: "Philosophers differ from other men in this-that if there were no laws they would still live as they do". Diminutive- and so we dubbed her Shorty-but none the less determined. she walks with an economy of motion that spells resolute purpose from head to toe. A deep thinker, once her mind is made up she is uuswcrving. Grave is the woof and gay is the warp that the shuttle of life weaves into her make-up. Eyes that reflect the implicit abiding faith of childhood are now deeply gray with wisdom, now roguishly a-twinkle with mischief. Humor lurks for her in the littlest things and a serious mien is quickly banished by the most contagious of chuckles. The silver shaft of her laughter has cleft the clouds of many a dull hour and her rare snatches of wistful song have shattered the monotony of many a tedious task. Scorning affectation, her tastes are marked by simplicity and a modesty beneath which she tucks away all accomplislunents except that piquant prettiness and gladsome personality which nothing can hide. XX'hen today drifts all too soon into the tomorrow that takes her from us, she will meet the world with philosophical calm and that captivating charm that won our hearts as she goes her own way. May it be-we know it will be-the way of happiness, Treasurer, Sodality 3: Treasurer, Athletic Association 33 Senior Play: Basketball 3, 4: Secretary, French Club Z3 Catholic Action Club. 11352: ELMATA -1 ,X 1933 ,, iffy CN 1933 ,, ELEANOR MARY LAMBERT PITTSFIELD, Mfxss. UE!!! "'T1'5 not in 1110174115 to ronimand szrcfessg Bu! slit' dues morn, 3116 dvscrrvs it." P1.E.Asi1 forgive a trite phrase which, in describing Eleanor, comes so near the truth we must use it: "The nicest things come in small packages." The unassuming manner which seems, to strangers. to characterize Eleanor, her friends know to be only a lovely binding for a personality as worth wliile and bewitcliing as it is sparklingly variable. Herlgift for mimicry contributes as much fun and hilarity to a group of girls as her unusual intellect gives pleasure to our worthy faculty, to whom a brilliant student is a joy forever. We may glimpse how many sided has been the prism of her college life. For four years she has earned scholarship prizes Cif she could, Eleanor would eagerly erase this fact from everyone's consciousnessj. Her tennis is a game of skill. Competent is the word to use in telling how she presided for the Junior Metaphysical Club and the Senior Socialeaction Forum. Despair was the only emotion left an opposing guard when Eleanor played basketball! Grit worthy of an ancient Spartan assures us life must surrender success and happiness to her. In coming years, when some disappointment may seem to hold us back, new courage will come from an unfading picture on mein-vry's wall, of loyal Eleanor rushing to class. body bent forward, hands clutching a notebook, calling to her lagging companion: "Hurry on !" Sodalityg Yaledictorian: President, Spanish Club 45 President, Catholic Action Clulig Debating Club: Basketball 35 Secretary, Athletic Association 35 Elocntion Contest 3. -lg President, Metaphysical Clubg Senior Play. a36n .C El'3??l,, C, El6'l:?2A,, MARY FRANCES NIAHAR GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. "Skipper" ' "In lzvr dzvells all llzaflv good, :Ind all !I1aI'sfair" MULTIFARIOUS are the moods of Mary. At home in sport togs, beret at a jaunty angle a-top tawny locks shot thro' with gold, gayly bemittened fists plunged deep in jacket pockets, she grins broadly, boyishly. Equally at home when baFHed by some knotty problem-not necessarily mathematical--she scowls darkly as her keen intellect disentangles it. Laughing, teasing, a fellow-seeker of fun and frolic. or consoling, encouraging, a fellow-sharer of grief and disappointment, she embodies the real meaning of camaraderie, of friendship. To the mailman by these marks is she known-"specials", laden laundry cases, bulky packages from home-and how much more to us who whiled away many a pleasant and plentiful hour upon their advent. Brilliant. talented, versatile, she is by nature modest and shy. .-X gifted conversationalist, her repartee sparkles with the fire of genuine Irish wit. She has a rare witchery with words and deftly, with delicate skill, does the shuttle of her imagination weave them into the sheer fabric of verse. She lives in the realm of literature but the Muse of Poetry is her sovereign. Ambition, courage. ideals. faith-all these she possesses, and more. The days gone by are our harbinger of the days to come and so. upon the threshold of the future, we bid you farewell with the prescience that the steady hands of old upon the rudder of the Ship of Life will steer a straight, true course into the harbor of your hopes. Vice-President, Class li Oratorical Contest 2: Senior Playg Editor-in- Chief, Elmafag Debating Clubg Sodalityg Dramatic Club: Cercle Francaisg Basketball 3, 4. cc 31 xx ELMATA CELQLJ ,X EISQEA ,, H .ff I , NTARGARET ELEANGR lyl,-XLONEY " " ','A LEoM1Ns'rER, Mfxss. M q' , li e ufllargiev , I . . "Her hear! has room for gladziess, None for joylvss tliings and dull." To dark hair brushed smoothly back, add slender, trim, reserved and the answer is that shibboleth of modern ytwuth-sophistication, That was our First impression of Margie upon her advent from Trinity in Sophomore year, until her blush, so delightfully old-fashioned in contrast, played her traitor. She soon proved herself the essence of courtesy. and her gracious manner and quaint accent charmed us immediately. Margit-'s personality is a whimsical one. She is a Udevourer of books." In study hour we chance upon her curled up. Turkish fashion, completely lost in a story, which is not always class matter for the next day. Gr, seized by a sudden impulse, she dashes about with lithe stride, alive with enthusiasm, brushing aside all obstacles. A drive with her at the wheel is certain to prove quite thrilling, though never fatal. :X pensive mood steals upon her at times, and she moves in a far-away land, beyond our reach. She flings herself with vigor into disagreeable tasks such as cleaning her room, and even studying-tfor Chemistry alone intrigues herj-the sooner to get them out uf the way. Intense loyalty is the keynote of her character, so generous, so true, and often results in a decisive utterance of her opinion. She would make an enemy for a friend-only no one would be her enemy. VVherever the path of the future may lead Margie, dullness and monotony will never cast their shadows over it. Sodality: Basketball 3, -lg Catholic Action Clubg Dramatic Club. cc 38 n ,Se El'5'9?l,, 6 Elilifilfilo MARY MARGARET MCDONOUGH SPRINGFIELD, MAss. "True as the needle to the Pole Or as the dial fo thc sun." "ON whom do you think we can depend?" Put this question to a member of the faculty or the student body, the answer may well be, and often is: "Mary McDonough". For, were we obliged to give Mary's dominant virtue in one word, that word would be: "Dependability". A girl who has deservedly retained the office of class treasurer for four years, and who is responsible, to a large degree, for the varied activities of the Blessed Virgin Sodality during her busy Senior year at the .lEll11S,,, is indeed a proud possession of '33l Mary makes friends easily. Better still, she keeps them all. Everyone's grievances, troubles, joys, find sympathetic solution in this ever-ready counsellor. Our wish for her success, on whatever career she chooses to embark, is certain to be realized, for Marys tact. loyalty, efficiency will prove an "Open Sesame" to success in any avoca- tion to which she gives her enthusiastic endeavors. Class Treasurer 1, 2, 3, -1: Sodality Prefe-:t 4: Sodality Vice-Prefect 33 Senior Playg Catholic Action Club. cc 39 xx ,X EH? ,, ,sEl'3Y?lA,,Q CLAIRE PATRICIA MCLAUGHLIN IVIITTINEAGUE, MASS. "Claire Pat" "Hail to Ihre, bliilit' s11irit!" Some intangible quality has touched Claire-we don't know what it is, but we like it! See her striding along, red-head Hung denantly back, and looking like the last word from Patou, even in our personality-less uniforms! Impetuous, this Claire Pat-no emotion but sweeps through her with hurricane force-no beckoning adventure but finds her ready! She combines in herself so much that we all would like to be-insouciant modernism--inborn culture-unrivalled hospitality-an alert mind-and indomitable will power! And, as a special f f U 1 U.. u Q . .. avor rom the bods. the mitted fingers that have, with swift. true strokes, brought forth the evidences of artistry throughout this. our class book. No matter what the occasion: sports, informal afternoon. or formal evening, we can always be sure that Claire Pat's clothes. and the way she wears them, will draw forth envious sighs from us all. Theres something' Hue, straightforward and frank about her that makes for implicit trust. Brave in the face of adversity and loss, gay and irrepressible most all the time, Claire Pat has been, and will always be, the ublithe spirit" of '33, Why wish her success? She'll go striding by while we plug along-we simply say, "Cheerio, Claire Pat!" Vice-President of Class 3. -lg General Chairman of Senior Promg Art Editor of EI111a1'tz,' Catholic Action Clubg Athletic Association: Sodality. a40x Q s EUWMH cd 1953 ,, EILEEN MARY SULLIVAN HOLYOKE, Mass. "Stall-yn "ln Gfglllllg, 100, llle lady 0'Zt'l1c?lI'llL'V.Ylflll For ctw: llzo' ttixzqzzilvlzfrl, slit' could arym' still-" just a touch of Erin-sn . - . ame to us as a Freshman. Blue-eyed and irrepressible, she bounced into our midst without a care in the world until the intricacies of the curriculum put a staying hand on her. Then she became a genuine student and attacked her books with a zeal and pugnacity, nurtured in Emerald h. eart ri Philosophy, Eileen IS a Sophlst, challenging everything and arguing heatedly on both sides of her own objections in Fren h h ' i c '- c , s e is the Notre Dame line. dogged and persistent-in all things she is earnest. with a depth of earnestness rare and admirable in this er f 6 ' a o super ciality and bluft. This earnestness is the bedrock of that wholehearted and loyal nature h' h h w ic as made Eileen a valuable asset to the Class of 133. She will make success for herself, and we wish her great quantities of happiness. ub-nosed, touseled curls and a bit of an Irish accent thus Eileen c Sodality: Catholic Action Club: Cercle Francaisg Basketball 4. a 4'l an . Mfs1lAX "' GERTRUDE BARBARA VVALSH XV12sT SPRINGFIELD, Mass. "Gain "nl fare with gladncss 0'Z'Cl'Sf'I'f'0l1'-U AN alert footstep sounds in the corridor. A cheery smile precedes her. Enter Gert-tall and slender, with chestnut-brown hair escaping in tendrils to frame her smooth. placid brow. Two Irish blue eyes sometimes accentuate the serenity of her face, sometimes offset it by the dancing lights that lurk in their depths. Never idle, but always intent upon going somewhere or doing something, she seldom appears ruftied and is never in too much of a hurry to lend an eager, helping hand. Her friendship is lasting and loyal. .-Xdept with crayon and pencil, she draws and prints with a swift, facile stroke. She is quite at ease in the laboratory, be it Biology or Chemistry, and the lore of Nature holds no secrets which she is nc-t keenly desirous of exploring. She conducts her experiments with characteristic neatness and efficiency. She is a conscientious student whom not even the intricacies of mathematics dismay, yet who finds leisure for other interests. Time speeds us relentlessly and all too quickly toward the day of parting from that frank face and affable nature, full of good cheer and kindness. That the same brisk, lightsome footstep may resound down the hallways of a bright future as, with winning smile and willing heart, you go forth to meet the very best life has to offer, is our farewell wish to you. Picture Chairmang Catholic Action Club, Sodalityg Dramatic Club. cc 42 n y EUWMA t Cs 1953 ,, 6 ETSTQEAA RUTH MARY XVALSH SPRINGFIELD, Mass. URllfIl5,, "And all tl1at's best of dark and Inrnflif .llcvf in hm' asfvert and l1er eyes-" l ' l t'llness of the classroom 1 ro'1r of laughter uoes up from tl1e Senior SOMEONE chuck es ll'l t1e s 1 3' . -. . A , table-and you know, without turning your head. that Ruth is there. For Ruth puns as easily as we breathe, and Rutl1 twists a sober, Cll11I'Cl'l-gOll'lg phrase i11to a truant quip witl1 the dexterity of a Houdini. This same Ruth who dissolves us in laughter with l1er witty sallies, leaves us breathless with admiration of her poise, of l1er orderly mind, redecterl i11 llel' well-groonied self, and of her enviable portion of pulchritude. Further, sl1e is one of those delightful souls who, behind a smokescreen of sans souci and raillery, hide a heart big e11ougl1 to encompass the world, an unbounded generosity. an t111fatl1on1able depth of sympathy, and an unfailing willingness to do her bit, and more than l1er bit. The world has 11eed of people like Ruth, ready and capable people, we are co11f1de11t ' A l ' 5 ', and will that she w1ll take her place tl1ere with her accustomec east make us proud of having known her and of havnig called ' - . 1 her "friend", Heres luck to you, Ruth. Cl s President 1 g Chairman, Tickets, junior Promg Basketball 3, -lg Assistant as Business lXIanager of Elmalag Catholic Action Llubg Sodalityg Dramatic Club: Senior Play. cc 43 rr Qh, IDLMATA 1933 ,, EXflVlembers In spite of the fact that lllargaret Downey played truant and went to St. Elizaheth's, no Freshman reminiscenee is ever complete without Z1 frequent mention of Ullflagn. 'R Thirty-three proudly rears her head as the first uElms" College class to Contribute to the sisterhood. The present Sister Esther lVIarie was formerly our own lllnry O'lTz1lleyl 2 Gertrude Sullivan deserted us for New Rochelle, hut we still remember with delight the amount of spirit under that quiet exterior. 2 Dark-eyed Mary Cnrmody drifted from us after two years-although she is as near as Springfield, we miss the daily stimulus of her good humor. 2 VVe knew hilary Leydenls stay was to he limited, hut even now We hegrudge Pratt the acquisition of her lovely self and her inimitahle personality. 52 YVhen Anna llflurphy left, us to take up music in earnest, We missed her agile fingers that made the ivories eloquent. cc 44 as ELMATA e ELMATA The Class of 733 Rosixun M. C.tx1eRoLI. T happened like this: XYe just couldn't decide how we would write up our Class History. Then someone suggested that we Write it in story form-sort of an autobiography, as it were. Hell! why not? VVe had all the requisites-we surely had enough characters and certainly plenty of incidents to make an interesting plot. And so we began. XYe decided upon a realistic title for our book: "The Class of '33". Considering the structure. we agreed that the book should be divided into four parts, one for each year of our college course. At this point, we sent out an SOS. for all available material in connection with our class activities, etc. Diaries, memoranda and scraphooks contributed their share of the desired information. VVe worked upon this project for some time and it was not long before we were rewarded with the finished product. IN ITIATIGN In the beginning of Part I, entitled "Initiation", we are plunged right into the story. .-X group of girls are making out registration cards. It is here that we form our first impression of these jolly young girls who are about to begin their college career. The next two chapters are given over to incidents relating to "getting acclimated and acquainted". In the third chapter the results of the Hrst class meeting are given. The officers elected were: Ruth XValsh, President: Mary Mahar, Vice-President: Kathryn Brophy, Secretary, and Mary McDonough, Treasurer. Then we have a little episode-a story in itself-in the form of the Freshman Party given to us, October 9, by our Sister Class. Here we made our social debut. VVe were told how welcome we were and assured that we had successfully passed the first test of initiation. The spirit of loyalty and joy that was predominant among us is evident in the words of our Freshman Class-Song, written by our class poet, Mary Mahar, and sung by us at the party: "Oli, tuc're thc Froslz af O.L.E. 'Cnn1prrm's-z'011s'? Just .starting in at O.I..E. 'Cnznprcizcs-z'o11s'? ll'0'1'c' lzcrc fm' fun li'c'i'r here for Quark ll'r"lI do our best And wc' iv011'f .rlzirk Tin' Fzwxrlizzzcizi Class at O.L.E." l'art of the work that we promised we would not shirk confronted us now in preparing for our first mid-semester exams. Now imagination is all right at times, but we certainly used a little too much of it this particular time. There was no end to the terrifying possibilities we associated with the thought of exams. Luckily the realities did not fulfill our expectations! The exams came and went and we still survived, although that was about all we could say for ourselves at the time. .-Xs soon as we returned from our first Thanksgiving vacation we began rehearsing for the Christmas play: "A Mystery Play in Honor of the Nativity of Our Lord", by Robert Hugh Benson. The play was a tremendous success and furnished us with just the right kind of Christmas spirit to take with us on our first Christmas vacation. Before we knew it, we were preparing for mid-year exams. XVe were especially industrious now. Why? Well, this is rather confidential, but the marks go home at mid-years. so we are told-not casting any reflections, of course. Miracles of miracles! NVhat a pleasant surprise was in store for us the second day of exams! Dr. Paulding was here in the afternoon and presented "Hamlet", Xkiords could not possibly express our appreciation. lt was just what we needed to inspire in us a new zeal to do the best possible. XVe started by challenging' the rest of those exams. VVe'd win, if we had anything to say about it-and we did win! The last week in January, we were initiated into our first spiritual retreat. It was a lovely retreat! Now, for the first time, we withdrew from our regular routine and devoted our time and attention to our spiritual welfare. During meditations, Father Reed, S.,l., imparted many cz4Sn 2.15212 " ' 7 l- "-1'i-T- Y .T-gx ,Xa EI6'3lA,, truths and principles which we afterwards applied to ourselves and so saw just how we stood on certain matters. And then the second semester began. About this time. we were initiated into the various clubs. Later on in the year. when the officers of the clubs were chosen, members of our class were elected to many positions of trust. Exams were here again! Exams-why do they have them anyway? ,lust to show us how little we know, it would seem. But we 'most forgot. XVC were to go home soon for Easter vacation. XYhat was better still, we we1'e looking forward to the Elms Ball. On May 15 we were received into the Sodality at a very solemn ceremony held in the Chapel, The next few pages don't contain very exciting information-just bare facts for the most partf XVe were no sooner hack from vacation than we began to think of leaving for the summer vacation. Nothing between us and rest but the finals! VVell! they were over and we were on our way home for our first summer vacation. Our "initiation" was Finished. APPLICATION In the fall we returned as Sophomores, fully determined to carry on the good work we had begun. Philosophy was the added feature in our curriculum. Ah! the plot thickens, as it were. It wasn't long before we were arguing in Hsyllogistic form". On September 25, we had our first class meeting. The officers elected were: Dorothy Fleming, Presidentg Margaret Collins, Vice-Presidentg Rosalie Carroll. Secretary, and Mary McDonough. Treasurer. On October 29, we displayed our initiative in the form of a party for the Freshmen. Everything turned out just as we had hoped and the party was a gala event. After mid-year's, we began our annual retreat with Father Mattimore, SJ., as our spiritual director. It was a very nice retreat and we all profited greatly by it. We were all delighted when we heard that Dr. Paulding was coming to present "The Rivals". The presentation was his usual success and was immensely enjoyed by all. NVhen we came back from our Easter vacation we moved into the "new building". XYe were all excited about it, and why shouldn't we be? It was just perfect and inspired in us a desire to accomplish great deeds for our Alma Mater. On May 27 we had our first Oratorical Contest in the Auditorium of the Administration Building. Members of our class who took part in the contest were Grace Flanagan, Mary Mahar. Hazel Ford, and jean Cullen. Grace Flanagan was awarded second prize. Then we began to prepare for our first "oral" in philosophy. It would be utterly impossible to describe how we felt as we went in to take the "oral", After we came out. we decided that it really wasn't so bad after all-no, not until the next time! The night before we left for home for the summer vacation, "Le Cercle Francais" presented "Fabiola", by Cardinal VVise-man. Members of our class were among those who took the leading roles. On June 4, the formal closing day of the College, the marks were read and testimonials were given to those excelling in scholarship. A list of those who took part in the monthly assemblies during the year was read. Every member of our class participated in at least one of these assemblies. And thus ends the first half of our Class History. APPRECIATION Turning over a few pages, we come to Part III, our Junior year. Our first tliought was- just one more year! and as an afterthought-yes, after this one! At our first class meeting. Dorothy Fleming was chosen Presidentg Claire McLaughlin, Vice-President: Mary Barrett. Secretary. and Mary McDonough, Treasurer. Our retreat came earlier this year. It was given to us by Father XYilliams, SJ. XVe were especially impressed by the lofty ideals and standards set forth during the meditations. On November 19, we had our first real social function of the year-"Elms Night". The Freshmen were our honored guests. It was decidedly one of the most pleasant memories of our four years. Dr. Paulding came to give his annual presentation. This time it was "Richelieu", by Bulwer-Lytton. It was a performance we shall never forget. The next most important event was the Christmas Party, an annual affair at the College. The first part of the program took place in the rotunda of the College building. A very lovely musical program was presented by the Glee Club and the College Orchestra. Following this, a banquet was held in O'Leary Hall. cc 47 xv ELMATA '?":.L r'.es'fL s .-Xt our next class meeting. we chose our junior Prom Committee. Gertrude Hallein was elected general chairman: Dorothy Fleming. ex-officio: Ruth Xkalsh. chairman of the Publicity and ticket committee: Mary Mahar, Program: Margaret Gallivan. Patrong Helen Begley, Music. and Grace Flanagan, Supper. At last. our very own junior Prom! Oh, yes. the weather was stormy, but we were too excited to think about that-in fact. when we combined Ernie Andrews' music. a good partner, and a generous display of crimson and silver. we forgot that we had ever even heard of weather! There were Proms before. and Proms after. but we'll always have the warmest spot in our hearts for our own Prom. During Commencement week. we entertained the Graduating Class at Claire McLaughlin's cottage at Babbs Beach. It was just the kind of a party we will always want to remember. A few days later. members uf our class took part in a concert which was given by the Glee Club and the College Orchestra over in the Casino. REALIZATION And now we turn to the part entitled "Realization", XYe were actually Seniors! Each day we realized that we were just one day nearer our goal-Graduation. We determined. however, to make our last year the best of all so that. in years to come. we might look back upon it as the rarest of all memories. At our first class meeting. we chose our officers for the all-important year. They were the very same as the year before: Dorothy Fleming. President: Claire McLaughlin. Vice-Presidentg Mary Barrett. Secretary. and Mary McDonough. Treasurer. Early in October. Father Stinson. SJ.. came to give the annual retreat. Realizing it was our last retreat together. as a class. we determined to make it the best possible. "Elms Xightu this year was the best yet. The success of the party was due to the splendid work of the various committees under the leadership of our class president, Dorothy Fleming. One of the unique features of our social activity was in the form of a Silver Bridge, given October 15 in the College Gymnasium. Mary McDonough. prefect of the Sodality. was general chairman of the party. In the latter part of November. we elected the ofhcers of the Social Action Forum. Eleanor Lambert was chosen President: Mary Barrett. Yice-President. and Viola Daudelin, Secretary. -lust before Christmas vacation. members of our class took part in a tryout for the year book, the Elmafa. Mary Mahar was chosen Editor-in-Chief. and Dorothy Fleming. Dorothy Adams, ,lean Cullen. and Claire McLaughlin. assistant editors. At a class meeting, held a few days later, Hazel Ford was chosen Business Manager. and Grace Flanagan and Ruth VValsh, assistants. On january 15. Cap and Gown Sunday. we became full-fledged Seniors. Now, for the first time, we wore our caps and gowns, symbolic of our approaching graduation. The entire College took part in the solemn and dignified procession. which started from the Gymnasium and assembled in the rotunda of the College Building to welcome His Excellency The Most Reverend Bishop O'Leary. President of our College. Our class was especially honored when given the privilege of leading the procession which preceded His Excellency as he went through the building blessing each room. .-X Pre-Lenten Social. in the form of a Mother-Daughter party, was held February 18. under the direction of lean Cullen. Chairman of the Social Committee of the Sodality. It was our first experience with this particular type of a party. The result was most pleasing, and we hope that we have established a precedent worthy of becoming an annual affair at the College. A special meeting was called by our President to select a committee for our Senior Prom. Claire McLaughlin was chosen general chairmang Dorothy Fleming, ex-officio: Margaret Collins. chairman of the music committeeg Gertrude Hallein, refreshments, Grace Flanagan, patrons and publicity: Eleanor Lambert, tickets. and Rosalie Carroll, decorations. About this same time. we decided upon Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" for our Class play. The book ends with a description of the final procession out of the Auditorium at the close of Commencement exercises. It was a moment we shall never forget. As we heard the first chord of the Orchestra and turned to leave the stage, we realized that we had reached our goal- we were graduated! We were leaving the auditorium for the last time as members of the Class of 133. Our four years at College. with its many pleasant memories, passed before our minds. We thought especially of all those who had made this day possible for us-our parents, by their sacrifices: our Priests and Sisters. by their zuidanceg and our classmates, by their friendships. Our appreciation was manifested in the promise we made at this moment: No matter what the future held for us, we would always be true to our Alma Mater. 148: cg 1933 ,, ,X 1953 ,, Class Prophecy IQATHRYN E. BROPHY T was in the early 1940's when fillallb' P35531 the bar and had a pretty good business started m mv home town. It had been a pretty drab ex- istence for a time. and then, as if in answer to my plea for excitement. a mysterious murder .took place in an apartment house-all the facts ot the case pointed toward New York for a solution. I was out to discover the murderer and. most important ot all. to make a name for myself. One May morning I left en route for the. gr-eat metropolis and fame. I was driving along, thtnktng about tny case and using all possible speed to get to my destination. when I heard a familiar roar. which told me that I had a blowout . . I looked at a sign and saw: "Bridgeport-I mile". XX ell. I got into Bridgeport and. while they were looking over my car. I thought that I would take a walk up Main Street. As I was passing one of the theatres. I noticed a young tnan pacing up and down before it. He looked very familiar to me and when I had gone farther down the street. I realized who it was and turned to go back to talk to him. when suddenly I perceived a young woman come hurrying up to him with a big grin. and they were gone into the theatre before I could get to them. Of course it was Dot Fleming. and apparently she hadn't changed a bit since "college days". I stopped in Stamford for ltmch and then cou- tinued on my way. Arriving in New York, I estab- lished myself at the Hotel New Yorker and sent out for the papers. Cpon receiving them, I turned to XYalter XYinchell's Column. one that had always been of great interest to me in college days. It was now lYalter Xliuchell -Iunior's. Reading along. I found some very interesting news. "The greatest ovation of years was given last night at the Metro- politan Opera House to that youthful star, Prima Donna Carrolle" .... It was Rosalie .... But then, Roe always managed to remain in the Glee Club at school. so that was not so terribly sur- prising. Another item read: "New talent in dra- matic art was made famous last night when Jeanne Anne Cullen, leading lady in 'The Merchant of Yenicef held her audience enthralled." Imagine it, ,lean Cullen. another classmate of mine .... XYhat a famous group the Class of '33 had turned out to be .... Still another item read: "Miss Mona- han gave a supper dance last evening at the Ritz- Carlton to introduce her niece. Miss Mary Barrett. who is living with her now in her penthouse on the Drive. Among the most distinguished guests was the Count Porforio, who, it is rumored. has been a suitor of Miss Barrett since her arrival here." Imagine it-our Mary to be a Countess . . . . That was thrilling. indeed . . . . Although I Wanted to go and congratulate my classmates. I knew that I tnust fix my attention on tny case. I went about making my various in- quiries and unwinding the threads of the murder. each new fact making the case more interesting. I stayed down there for a few days and then made preparations for my return trip. I decided to go back by a different route. in hopes that I might see a few more of my classtnates. Passing through Scarsdale. I could only gaze in wonder and admiration, I was ht-ld up at the corner of Euclid Avenue and Clive Street by a red light signal and. looking at the home on the right-a gorgeous mansion in white stucco-I noticed that it was a doctors residence. Then a tall and stately woman emerged from its portals. I noticed her gorgeous outfit and adtnired her appearance. ,lust as the light turned green. it dawned on me just who that woman was-yes. it was Claire McLaughlin .... I pulled over to the curb and. as she catne toward me. I called her . . . . It was marvelous seeing Claire again and hearing all about her. She invited me in and: when we were settled in one of her splendid reception rootns. she told me her story. Claire had marrietl a doctor and was very happy in her home in Scars- dale. Her twins were the darlingest little mites- just two years old-yes. of course their natnes were Rex and Regina .... She told me that she had received a letter from Helen Collins :t few days ago and that Helen was successfully managing a Philharmonic Club in Boston. Evidently Helens interests of college days hadn't changed. She also told me that Helen Begley was famed for her French lectures attd was a strong advocate of phonetics. It didn't seem so long ago that we had been in French class learning phonetics and l could easily recall Helen up at the board showing tts what was what in phonetics. Noticing a huge. leather-bound book on the table. I picked it up and read the title: "Fundamentals in l'hilosophy". The author was none other than Eileen Sullivan .... Eileen always did believe in getting to the bottotn of all those philosophical arguments in class, so this outburst did not seem strange to me. lYell. we sat gossiping for a while. tmtil I de- cided that I tnust continue my journey and. reluctantly. I left Claire to the grandeur of her home .... Then I continued on my way. To cheer me up a bit. I turned on the radio in my car. I was just in time to hear the announcer say: "And now we shall hear Miss Gertrude I-Iallein tell how to become an expert in Auction Bridge." But at that poim the static became too much for me. so I had to miss Gert's lecture. My next stop was in Danbury. I stayed with x49w .2l EI-MATA L some friends for that night, so we went to a show. The picture ended, the vaudeville acts began. The second act was one of adagio dancers-the couple were quite adept in the art, and we Fixed our attention on their antics. The girl looked very familiar to me, hut I did not recognize the man. show, we were standing outside the After the stage door when who should come along but the dancers of the evening, And the girl-sure enough was Alice Hallein. Imagine my surprise at seeing her in this little place .... Alice hadn't changed a bit since we were Seniors in College. The next morning I continued my journey through Torrington to Canaan and, being so near to Great Barrington, I decided to go up and visit with a few more of possibly locate them. my classmates. if I could Upon arriving at Mary Mahar's, I was greeted at the door by her mother. In answer to my query, she replied: "Mary? Vlfhy. Mary married a couple of years ago. She has an apartment in Hartford now, that is. she and her husband. Mary has become a famous poetess now and is always so busy that we very seldom see her." VVhat a disappointment for me. And this was the girl who said that she would never leave home once she arrived there. VVell, I thought, I'll go up to "I-Ious-a-what-sis" and see Dot Adams. I was halted right in the middle of Pancake Hill by a group of the darlingest little boys ranging from the ages of two to seven. As I quickly put on the brakes and stopped the car, one of them came over to me and said: 'fHello". I asked the little tot what his name was and he replied: 'fBob". Then a young voice called from across the street: "You children come right into this housef, Look- ing over, I saw a tall, slim woman struggling to pin her hair up-all to no avail. This sight seemed familiar-of course-it was Dot Adams and, to all appearances, she had succeeded in fulfilling her aspirations. XYe talked for a while and she told me that Marge Maloney was prominent now, hav- ing proved her skill at horsemanship with another "Colonel". It seems that she had a remarkable system Which accounted for her success. Someone from the sidelines would shout something that would cause her to blush profusely. The heat of the blush would cause the contesting horses to wither away by degrees and thus Marge would ride in to victory. After visiting with Dot awhile, I hurried toward Hartford and arrived, weary but happy, just at ten o'clock. The trial was to be in the Supreme Court the next morning, so I wanted a good night's rest and, too, I had to go over to the chemist's early and get those prints. It took quite a time the next morning at the chemist's before I could see the chief worker, but when I finally succeeded, you can imagine my amazement in beholding none other than Mae Coughlin. Mae always was a wonder in work- ing out those experiments in Chemistry Lab., and now people recognized her as another Priest- ley .... I arrived in court just in time. "Order in the Court." The judge was approaching. What? No. It couldn't be true. But I wasn't dreaming-sure enough, it was Shorty Hearn, looking so stern and cold. It would be hard for me to prove my case with Shorty looking on, but I did my best and went to my seat. The jury was apparently a hard- hearted collection, but I held my courage because I knew my case. Then the District Attorney took the floor-- Can you guess who it was? Exactly. It was Ruth VValsh. She gave her arguments with all the vehemence in her voice and actions that she could muster up. and then, having satisfied the court at large, she retreated to her seat. Now the jury Hled out of the courtroom and we were kept in suspense for the usual period. It was over-they were coming in now, and then I heard the verdict, "Not Guilty." I had won my case .... I was overwhelmed with joy when, later on, Judge Hearn congratulated me. We, the judge. the District Attorney and I, had a great confall that night in which I told them about the few classmates of ours whom I had met in my travels. Then. between the two of them, I learned that Margaret Gallivan was a social worker in Bostong that Gert NValsh had married Bart and had a farm up in Vermont, while Grace Flanagan was assistant nurse to a Doctor Conway in Spring- field. I also learned that Eleanor Lambert was considered the greatest orator in New England. She had recently been acclaimed for her ability and fittingly awarded for it by the President of our United States. Eleanor. even in college days, had held her audience spellbound in Oral Expression Classes when she delivered those patriotic speeches. So-you see. that class did count for something after all .... But the newsiest news of all was that Mary McDonough was now teaching in the Elms Col- lege as Sister Mary Matthew. That day happened to be her feast day, so I went to a florist shop to send some flowers. I did not notice the name of the shop, so you can well imagine my surprise when I beheld the woman coming toward me. It was Peg Collins. She and "jawn" were running Flower shops in Springfield and Hartford and they were living in Hartford at the present. Then I remem- bered-Peg had always loved Hartford, especially XVest Hartford, where their new home was built. Peg looked as darling as ever, and we talked for a while, but I wanted to get home again so I did not stay very long. It was Peg who told me that Hazel Ford was teaching in Chicopee High and that Viola had really gone to the Foreign Missions and was now laboring for the salvation of souls in North Borneo. "It's a small world after all," I murmured to my- self, as I stepped on the gas, anxious to get home and get rested. 415029 Ce Ef'3f9?l,, .N Elfillsfllo WiH we, the Senior Glass nf the Qiullzge of QBur 'ilahp of the Qlilms, being of normal mind, keen memory, and imaginative understanding, do labor over and hope to publish the following, as and for our last lVill and Testament, that is to say: IVE hereby revoke any rash statements heretofore made, and all our intercepted notes. TVU direct that our Elm tree be faithfully tended, and any expenses incurred by our demise be not held against us twenty-five years after said demise on .lune 12, 1933. TVs respectfully request the College Faculty to accept its nomination and appointment as executor of this, our last XVill and Testament, and we direct that no bond be required by reason of such appointment. To the greater enhancement of the Administration Building, the Seniors leave their desks, bright and shining. To the entire student body, we announce the glad tidings that Paris still says black and white is always stylish. To the Juniors, the graduating class leaves all further need and opportunity for puzzling over or pursuing what is termed "Senior Privilegen. To the Sophomores, we leave needles and thread, bath crystals, and time in which to plan the welcoming of a new sister class. XVe also bequeath to them the dormitory they so loved to visit, whether we were present to extend the proper welcome or not. For the Freshmen, we have just the hope theyill think kindly of us when we are gone. Vile were only the Seniors, but some day youlll be old, tool The Seniors leave Violais quart-size bottle of Blue XValtz to Claudia Fleming in fond memory of that other year. After abstaining from the weighing machines for two weeks, we can now afford to donate to Dodo Clement a strong flashlight. Ule hope it helps her to discover three good listeners to replace those three Seniors she is losing. lVe' grant Edna VVood and hlary Clancy an option on the privilege of serving midnight lunch in the elevator. Dot Adams leaves her role of Petruchi0's Katherine to Bea Smith, whose Cyrano was not sufficiently demonstrative. Mary Barrett blesses Kathleen lWcDermott with her nonchalance in Chemistry Lab. Helen Begley surrenders her interest in wireless to Kay lblungiven. Uihether love songs or just "Greetings", they're universally interesting. Kay Brophy leaves Dot Dowd exclusive editorship of the Scandal Sheets, make it subtle, but see they get itl Rosalie Carroll leaves her voice for the furtherance of harmony in the Glee Club. Helen Collins leaves her interest in a certain Glee Club to Bobbie Hughes, though we can,t say Bobbie needs any added interest. 0 0:5129 ,X F1393 ,, ,X ESQ? ,, Peg Collins leaves one overgrown, unmarked table napkin to any kind soul who may feel moved to carry crackers on a visit to the sick. lVlary Coughlin leaves her place as clarinetist in the orchestra to the first one making application on Graduation morning. -lean Cullen donates her dramatic ability, voice-indections, and gestures to be added to Catherine Gannon's present collection. Viola Daudelin leaves llflargaret Berger her arguments for certain socialistic views. Grace Flanagan leaves her four-year-old example of steady attendance at Crusader activities to llffickey blurray, who already has a good two-year start. Hazel Ford leaves to the business manager of 1934's year book, her condolences, and a long list of those who may have risen above the depression by next year. llfargaret Gallivan leaves the memory of her dignity for the edification of many who seem to stand in need of it. If you are as dignihed as you are capable of being, well and goodg but if you are not, see that you improve next semester. The Hallein sisters leave the knowledge they gained at cooking school to the lllanning twins, so that whenever the twins feel inclined to settle down there'll be nothing to delay them. Shorty Hearn wills her faithfulness in doing fifty or sixty lines a day fnot transla- tionl to Eileen Larkin. Eleanor Lambert donates her original notes on Uphilosophy of History" and "Lit. Appreciationn to someone who can decipher hieroglyphics. lllary llflaher leaves the frequency of her 'ispecialsn and the welcomed appearances of her Ulaundryu case to Clare Dugan. llffargie lhlaloney leaves a horse to all Latin students with a pamphlet explaining the proper management. Nlary lXlcDonough leaves to any chairman of any bridge party her naivete in overcoming such a lack as that of tea pots by simply requesting coffee pots. Claire McLaughlin leaves her talent for caricature to the highest bidder in any back row. llfffllllll Xllfffllff fufjicifg it is pricelessl Eileen Sullivan leaves to some serious philosophy student her knack of making her overtones overheard. Gert lValsh wishes to bestow upon Gert Flannery the Nobel Prize for advancement in science. Ruth YValsh leaves a 'frealism in portraiture" study of herself to Pat Collins to show Hilda. Lex if fm kzmizeu that this is the last VVill and Testament of the Senior Class. In VVitness lVhereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal in my residence at Q,Leary Hall in this month of lllay in the year one thousand nine hundred and thirty-three. DOROTHY K. FLEMING. cc S2 as .eEef2?f'5A,, 2 r -. Q Q 1 Wg W 'SUMO RS ,1:- 4 i I W I X iCX ELMATA 6 1933 ,, The Junior Class Preside1if.' GRACE CoLLiNs I'in'-Pre.via'r11f.' GER'r1u'uE FLANNERY SLY'1'FftIl'-V.' MARY I.YNN T1'msz11'v1'.' ICILEEN lnxizitix THREE years ago there knocked at our portals a class with a personality all its own. This class represents the fundamentals that most of us seek in a friend-quiet dependability, conservatism, and a depth of restfulness that serves as a refuge from the harried much-ado-about-nothingness of modernism. Such is the Junior Classl And yet, these Juniors have accomplished things while pursuing the even tenor of their way-one of them has twice captured first honors in the lflocution Contest-their basketball team is nothing less than formidable'-the pianist of the Glee Club and Orchestra is a Junior. And the Junior Proml The smallest class here-the first class to face the problem of a Prom in the Gym-and yet, on the morning after, the universal comment, Hthe nicest Prom ever!" From the bottom of our hearts we pay them ungrudging tribute for giving us that night of nights-for the undaunted way in which they met and surmounted their first truly big obstacle. It is not strange that the junior Class is small-for are not all valuable things rare and limited? It is nice to know, as we leave, that we can toss the torch to these Juniors, for we can be sure that they will catch it and, holding it high, will carry on. aS5n ,X EH? ,, SEISEA? ,, unior Direotory Bl.XRG.XlQE'l' BERGEIQ Beacon, N. Y. Bl.XRY CI..xNc'Y Springlirlcl liluvlz L'oI.I.1x5 Spl'lllQ,6t'lfl ISILEICN LARKIN Holyoke RIARY LYN N Eastlmnmptf 111 BLXRQIORI I2 RICRIAN Us l:lIClllDL11'g l,.XTRll'l.l. L'ol.I.lNs C'1.AR.x BIUYNAHAN Tlwmpwnvillc Chicopec lYl1iR'I'l1l'IDl2 lfr..xNNE1:y Rosm CJYLIEEFE Springtlvlcl Tumers Falls Q.l,.Xl,'lJl.X l"LEx1INr: l':LE:XNOR PECK Iiastlmamplon XYcst Springfield ITLORIQNCE FUli'l'IN BEATRICE SMITH Lougmearlow Xlbrccster QSATHERINE G.xNNoN IQILEEN SMITH Adams Springfxclcl QXLICE HANAN BIARY SULLIVAN Holyoke North Brookfield EDNA XYOOD East Spriugflelcl C156 9 EISQEA FLEA kj ML F51 Cf 74 C KH? XZSXIN if A 'O A 11:5 Q 5 f f CW up Q 8006000665 f x ,fx l LQ? ELMATA -1 q' E Y s I K. i i i, I, A, ,. 2 1 ij. I1 T V- in Wfiylrtl ' Q 5' -, I. V sm, 2 ' W . - if I 'ah " v I.. W' , , I s X ELMATA cs 1953 ,, The Sophomore Class Prvsidvnl.' FRANCES HARDIRIiXN I'if'f-P1'vs1'u'r1z1': Keaxrtiitiuxii Mclloxovfzii Trc'as1n'Cr.' RIT.-X fiYDEA Sl'l'l'C'I'0I'j'.' GRACE KALEX' YOU must forgive us if we enthuse a bit about the Sophomore-S. for theyire our Sister Class-and we can say that with pride. Enterprising, up and coming, and original are a few of their attributes, and to this we add loyalty, generosity and an unfailing willingness to help. YVhen you encounter something new, dirierent and unusual. itis pretty safe to say the Sophomores are behind it. Drama, debate, elocution, literature, the sciences, basketball, no matter what the field, the Sophomores are there one hundred per cent! If a project requires backing, the Sophomores are among the first-if there are endless tedious little tasks, you can count on the Sophomores to make light work of them. Ever since they took their place in our ancestral halls, they have made their presence felt-by making parties gayer, by swelling the numbers of the orchestra, by placing entries in the Elocution Contest and by being simply and naturally likeable. They romped their way through a colorful Freshman Year and came back in September, eager and resourceful as ever. VVe believe our Sister Class to be destined for great things and so it gives us genuine pleasure to Wish them the best of luck. ELMATA " 59 " 2JS te EH? f9?' Sophomore Directory lDORIS CLEMENT F. BARBARA HL'GHES Milford Pittsfield CATHERINE CONATY GRACE IQALEY Taunton Springfield MARY Cooic ELIZABETH KELLEHER Brunswick. N. I. Greenfield DoRoTHY Down BIARY IQIXG Pittsfield Greenfield CLARE DLTLRXN li.-XTHERINE McDoNoUoH Providence Springfield BIILDRED liRICKsoN RITA BICINNIS Worcester Springfield CiFR'l'RL'DE FISH .TXNXA BICLELLAN XYorcester Greenfield CELLX FORD .ALICE BIOLINE Pittsfield Springfield AIARY GALWAY Ii.-XTHLEEN FIUNGIVIZN Bellows Falls Providence RIARY GIIILIN BIARGARET BIYRRAY Springfield Springfield IRENE GLISTA RITA CJ'DEA Fnielcl Northampton RUTH CQRADY STELLA SHAUGHNESS Cliieopee Jamaica, N. Y. FRANCES H.ARDI3I.-XX BIARY LoI'IsE SMITH Worcester New Britain ELAIEDA H.XRTX' JULIA TOOLE Holyoke Springfield BIARY HOL'LIHAN RIARCARET XYALTZ Holyoke Eastliampton cc 60 as .. i- Om' Ima V E fi , A I "" V f Q M Tw f-iw N039 6El'3??ZA Al:- g W X w 4 I V , f ELMATA lQ'f.fl?'1 The Freshman Class President: .ALICE DONELLAN V1'cci-Prvsz'dc1zf.' XIIVIANNE XVALLACE TI'FU,S'I!7'L'7',' IQATHLEEN LYLEARY Serruffziy' DIARY hlL'RPHY A WEE bit uncertain-a trifle bewildered, ever so anxious to please, and duly respectful to the "grave Old Seniors"-thus the Class of '36 slipped in-the largest class we've known yet-a class of tastes, types and talents as diversified as the entourage of the Pied Piper--a class at once sophisticated and naivel And poisel VVelll YVhen they began to appear before us in assemblies, Oral Expression, etc., their self-possession and ease made us hearken back blushingly to our own shy and gaucfiv Freshman days. Their Worth was soon evident, and at Thanksgiving time they won our genuine respect when they quietly engineered a splendid act of charity-without self-vaunting or advertising. In all things they have been ready and willing, religiously, scholastically, and socially, they have responded to the demands of their first year with admirable grace and convincing success. Such a melange of joie de fvivrc and unselfishness is prophetic of success for this jolly class, and we certainly wish them an abundance of it. or 63 no ELMATA 1 ,X 1935 ,, ,X E393 ,, " Freshman Direcqcor RITA J. HEALEY l3ER'1'Ic12 M. .XNDREXVS Snutlilmriclgc Chicopee S.xR.xn B. BEEHE IDUROTHY A. Lrcixs Adams Pittsfield RITA M. llliCKLRY BIARY E. BIANKINIQ Piltsficlcl Xlnrccstcr 3l.XRli.XRl2T M. C.xNM'AN RIURIEL T. Mxixxixu Xllat Springfield XYm'ccster BIARY .X. CLIFIVORIJ XLXRIAN BICCIQALGKIZN NOI'lllZl1TIDlUIl Longnieznlnw l2LlZ.XllliTll P. CONXVAY liixT11LE12N MCDi:Rxm'rT Gruciilielcl Housatonic lJnRn'1'i1x' R. CRIYZE 1ll.XRGARli'I' M. RIVRPHY Springfield XYestFlclcl .,X1.u'12 lJnxEI.L,xN BIARY li, BIURPHY Springfield Clinton ?xl.XRC.XRET M. IDRISCOLL K,xT1n.EEN l.. O'LE.xRY Spijingliclcl Holyoke liI.1z.x1:m'ii M, Fl'I'ZP.X'l'RICIi M,xRc:.xR12T M. f,l'1l.XLLEY Springfield Clintnn BIARY li. FOLEY IQATIILEEN O'NE1LL Filclilulrg Ezistliainpton l'nIr.nnRx1c RX. Gmzxiz JEANXIZTTIE PREL' Lncllnw Springfield M.xnizi-Ixxc li. CZARYEY RTQTH P. QLYINN Cliicopuc Falls Xlilliamstown AIARY Riizx fYif'JRM.XN M. JANET ROGAN Pittsfield Fitchburg C1..x1R12 M. fiREGORY FRANCES M. SIMONICK Xlhrcestcr fl1iCU1JCC RITA M. GRIFFIN HELEN C- STONE Springiielcl H0l5'0kC RVTH M, HANAN CECILIA M. S1'LLIv.xN Hnlyoke Springfield .Xxrqi M, HARAN XvIVI.fXNNE E. XYALLACE Xlkirggstey Indian Orcliarcl MARX' HARRINGTON BIARGARET M. VVALSH Hmyoke Springfield cc 64 xr LMA X 6 E193gA ,, A4 uf' 52352 ,Jaaa,,,l: Philosophy Clubs ONE of the privileges of being a Junior was the right to have a Metaphysical Club, under the direction of our Philosophy Professor. Eleanor Lambert was chosen President, Dorothy Adams, Vice-President, and Dorothy Fleming, Secretary. Club activities consisted for the most part in circles on the various theses in Cosmology, Psychology and Natural Theology, and of papers on contemporary philosophers. Our banner day was the feast of St. Thomas Aquinas, March 7th, which was the occasion of the Philosophy assembly. We listened with due respect to the learned disquisitions of the Seniors on Catholic Action, but we waited tensely for our turn. Finally our Reverend Vice-President selected the thesis on Miracles and gave the Juniors their chance. YVe were thrilled with the results, Dorothy Adams gently, but very firmly, defended the thesis against Eleanor Larnbert's vivacious and strenuous objections. iVhen she had "satisfactorily answered bliss Lambert's objectionsn, Dorothy met and calmly refuted the adroit attack of our Reverend Vice-President. Truly it was a memorable day for ,33. Swinging into the gay procession of our Senior Year, we formed our Catholic Action Club, wherein we found a source of delving deep into ethical and sociological principles. This year Eleanor Lambert was made President, Mary Barrett, Vice-President, and Viola Daudelin, Secretary. At the initial meeting, after the election of officers, our Reverend Director conducted a few psychological experiments to illustrate the principle which says that the functioning of a particular sense faculty is made more acute by simultaneously stimulating other sense faculties. Other meetings of the Catholic Action Club served to make us familiar with the contemporary Sociological and Ethical doctrines imparted in secular institutions, and to indicate the weaknesses and fallacies of these. VVe also learned the rudiments, value, application and necessity of Catholic Action in our own day. In the Annual Philosophy Assembly on March 7th, Eleanor Lambert gave a discourse on our deep-thinking patron, St. Thomas, Grace Flanagan explained at length the principles of the Psychological experiments which we encountered at our first meeting, and Helen Hearn tenaciously stormed Dorothy Adams' immutable defense of the thesis concerning the double effect. There is but a brief span of time left now before our final adieu to Philosophy and our Catholic Action Club. Standing on the threshold of leave-taking, we pause to express our high esteem of our Reverend Director and to acknowledge our indebtedness to him, who has taught his creed by living it, who has made profound things our daily bread with the simplicity of the truly great, who, with inestimable patience and tolerance, has led us along tangled highways to an appreciation of Catholic truth and living. There is genuine regret in '33's farewell to her worthy professor, her Reverend Director. cc 66 as ELMATA ' t Dramatic Club Presiu'e11f.' GRACE FLANAGAN I'iee-President: HAZEL FORD Serrefar-v: CLARA NTOYNAHAN Treamrer: AIARCIARET COLLINS 'TDHIS year has witnessed a steady ascent of the Thesbian heights on the part of the Dramatic Club, due ostensibly to the natural histrionic bent of the President, Miss Flanagan. She has done much to foster the activity of the society by portioning the work into separate units, as, "The Play Shoppe", which selects and reviews current plays, "The Little Theatre Club", which treats of the technique of theatre appointments and stage arrangement, and "The Actresses of the Little Theatre", who present a play each month. Eleanor Lambert was chairman of UThe Play Shoppe", Dorothy Fleming, chairman of "The Little Theatre Club", and Jean Cullen was chairman of K'The Actresses of the Little Theatre". In viewing the historical aspect of the theatre from the early Grecian period to the present, some outstanding phases have been concretized. This review was initiated by an interesting consideration of the origin of the drama, accompanied by types of :esthetic dancing. The production of "Everyman" served to illustrate the medieval drama. Glimpses of the modern theatre were given through reviews and by presenta- tion of one-act plays, such as were utilized in the inter-class play contest. It was left for the Seniors to bring to the fore the work of the master dramatist, Shakespeare, in their presentation of "The Taming of The Shrew". The leading roles of Petruchio, the tamer, and Katharine, the Shrew, were taken by Jean Cullen and Dorothy Adams, respectively. The rest of the cast follows: Bnjvfisfa CKatharine's fatherh . ELEANOR TJAXIBHRT Bianca fKatharine's sisterj . . . TXTARGARET COLLINS Horfenxin CBianca's husbandl . TKATIIRYN BRoPHv Jluxie Masler ...... . lX'lARY ATAH.-XR Tailor .....,. . ALICE HALLEIN SERvAN'rs TO BAPT1sTA: Biorzdello ..... . l'lAZEI. FORD Pedro ....... . HF2I.liN HE.A!iN SERVANTS TO l'ETRL'cH1o: Grzrmio ...... . XYIOLA DALDELIN II'aIlvr . . HELEN BEGLEY Naflzfmiel . . .ALICE HALLEIN Gregory ..... , RosAL1E CARROLL Gabriel ...... . RUTH XYALSH Curtis, the housekeeper ............ TXTARY Mclboxoton The successful production of this play was made possible by the tireless efforts of that possessor of innumerable talents, our Reverend Vice-President. In this matter as in all others-vital in our student lives-he has been on hand to give active, capable aid and direction, although it has cost him the sacrifice of many hours from his ever busy days. The dramatic work of all the year has been steered into a steady and wise course by the knowing hand of our well-chosen Sister Director. ec 67 xr ELMATA Z ELMATA Glee Club and Orchestra Pl'CSIidC11f.' XVIOLA DA LYDELI N Vice-Prcsidmzt: CATHERINE CANNON !.ibrariaiz: ROSALIE CARRoLL Secretary: GRACE FLANAGAN Assistant L1'brarian.' RosE O'KE121fE Pianist : M ARGARET BERGER THIS year, more than ever, have the Eurydicean aspirations of the Elms been realized. One of the earliest entertainments was a joint recital of the Cvlee Club and Orchestra, given to obtain money for new music. So charmed were we by their program that we were grateful to the monetary need that prompted that performance. Cooperating with their gifted director, both Glee Club and Orchestra have settled more firmly in the lofty niche destined for them at the Elms and scarcely a social event has been complete without their contribution. Especially lovely was the Christmas concert from the balcony, where voice and instrument throbbed with the Christmas spirit. . Their number is limited, their quality rare, and their talent of that calibre which moved the poet to say: "lVlzen music sounds, gone is ilu' carflz I know, And all lzm' lowly things even lovelier grow, Her flofzufrs in vision flame, ller forest trees Lift !7ll7'fil'7lPfi branclzes, stillcd with ecstasiesf' Their first public performance, given early in lVlay before a large audience in Veritas Auditorium, proved an unqualified triumph. Vocal and instrumental numbers elicited the enthusiastic applause which demanded encores, and gave promise of many a success in the future that looms bright for our musical clubs. 41681: .N Elgffllln ELMATA ,X 1953 ,, The Athletic Association PI't'.9itfC'Jlf.' Mixizhioimz hlChlANl'S I'ict'-P1'es1'de11f3 RLXRY SL'LI.IX'XN .Scr1'efuf'y.' il',LIZ.XBIiTlI lXl2I.I.ElIIfR T1'm1s11z'u1'.' D.l,XRGARFl'l' Mi'RR.xv ,FI-IIS association hinges naturally and littingly on the functions of the gymnasium classes. A busy season on our unsurpassed Hoor culminates in the sponsoring of :in inter-class basketball tournament, the proceeds of which are devoted to deiraying the expenses of a banquet at the end of the year. Because athletics are not allowed to interfere with studies, basketball at the ulflmsn is hampered a hit by the impossibility of frequent practice which turns out Olympic stars. However, such difficulties are rendered trivial by the capability of our instructor and coach, whose fine sportsmanship, patience, and faculty for accomplishing much from limited material, in a limited time, have gained her the unanimous rating of an able, fair-minded leader and a genuine champion of clean sports. Spring and fall find the student body active on the tennis courts, and in the "great outdoorsv of a spacious campus. Indoor and outdoor quests of recreation, health and happiness end in an annual banquet at which winners and losers meet in a final round of pleasure, bumps and bruises become pleasant memories, and, over a bounteous board, all agree that the best man Won. Never was the gym gayer than on the occasion of the Athletic Association banquet last year, and thus We are all looking forward to it, as one of the high-lights of this year,s, and every yearis, Commencement season. cc 69 as IJLMATA ?-gg 1933 74 i ELMATA , M. B. Debating Club Prcsidmztf JEAN CVLLEN Ivfl'l'-P1't'5fdf'lIf,' H.XZEL Form Secretary: KAATHLEEN AIUNGIVEN THE endless controversies going to waste on the campus seemed to demand that something be done about it. Hence was born the child of flint and tinder, the Debating Club. 'lean Cullen was chosen President and has succeeded in making the brief career of the Club one that demands recognition. Meetings have been bi-monthly and have featured alternately the discussion of current events and formal debates. An interesting inter-class debate tournament was arranged in which the Sophomores, taking the negative of the question of establishing the Eve-day labor week, defeated the Freshmen, and the Seniors, supporting the negative of a six-year presidential term without re-election, were victorious over the Juniors. In the finals, the Sophomores and Seniors debated on the abolition of capital punishment. The commendable debut of this organization seems a fingerpost to wide vistas of accomplishment in years to come, and may be attributed largely to the understanding cooperation of our Sister Director, with whom it is a distinct pleasure to work. The closing debate was closely and brilliantly contested. The verdict of the faculty awarded victory to the Senior speakers, whose logic proved more potent than the sparkling oratory of the Sophomores. This inter-class competition aroused such interest that it has obviously come to stay. ln its introduction, ,gg modestly claims to he major part. 1:7019 6 Eli1'2?lA,, ELMATA fi Le Cercle Francais Prcsidvizt: ROSALIE CARROLL I'ifv-Prc.vi11'c11f.' ELFANOR l.AINIliERT St't'I'I'ffII',X'.' HELEN BEGLEY Trmsz11'c1': GRACE FLANAQQAN THOUGH not of Gargantuan proportions, Le Cercle Francais is a valiant little club that holds promise of something fine in the near futureg and that has a record of outstanding accomplishments behind it. A paucity of time this year has limited its scope of activity, hut the regular meetings are valuable fzirtoire df parlvr, and what is more practical than a fluent command of the language itself? Progress in speaking and interpreting cette belle langue was made manifest by the Sophomore initiation stunt which was the performance of the play, "La Demande rn ,lfIf1ringf", by Henri Bordeaux. The young actresses handled the play so well as to merit much Commendation and to let it be said of them, Clznczmr zz deux langmfr, In .vienna et le francais. 11712: 6 E593 ,, ELMATA 1 ce 1933 ,, E1 Circulo Espanol f'n'.fif1c11!.' EI.E.XXOR I..u1BERT I'irc-P1'vxi'z1'011fJ CLAt'n1.x FLEMIXLL .hll't'1'f'fLlf',l'.' Kixrinzyx l51zoPHY l Cl lv also nresides over the Spanish Club, 'PHE versatile Sister Director of the Frenei u . Q I and with equal Competenee. U11 find in the Spanish Cluh those who seek to draw from the cadenced Spanish tongue, a richness and depth of Culture. The Spanish assembly was ample proof that these students are on the right trail to find their pot of gold. ln that assemhly the young polyglots unfolded such fi surprising command of the language and sueh a knowledge of the culture, art, and CL1StomS of the Spanish people, that one might even suspect them of Castilian ancestry. Credit is due those who have had the wisdom to follow this golden road, and douhle Credit is due the one who can train them to a pliahle use of that tongue, instead of the ,Xmeriean jargon. a 12 as ' YE193gA7 ?' CN fj X 5 fu Al SQDALITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY ELMATA s B essed Virgin Mary Sodality Prffccf: DIARY McDoNoL'GH Vice-Prvfct't.' GRACE COLLINS .S'c'cretary: GRACE KALEY Treasurer: NTARY BARRETT STIRRED to enthusiasm by the resourcefulness and example of our Reverend Director and Chaplain, our Sodality, "the oflicial organ for Catholic Action", has steadily aggrandized and become a vital force in our school. Placing its destiny in the hands of the above-mentioned officers was a wise step, for they have given ample proof of their energy, efiiciency and ability to accomplish. Not only is the Sodality potent and active, but it is likewise a compact and well- organized society. In addition to the officers, there are four committees whose duty it is to superintend the Eucharistic, Mission, Literary and Social units of the Sodality. Eleanor Lambert, Alice Hanon, lVlary Mahar and -lean Cullen are the respective chairmen of these committees. The four ofiicers and these chairmen constitute the General Council of the Sodality which deliberates on matters of import, and in particular passes on the eligibility of candidates to be received at the Solemn Reception on May Day. A very complete plan of activity was outlined for the year, including four major meetings, preceded by small socials, a weekly meeting every Friday, alternately activity and spiritual meetings, a few special features, four major socials and the Solemn Reception in hlay. The bi-monthly spiritual meetings are conducted in Chapel by our Sister lyloderator and consist in reciting the Little Oflice, singing hymns, and receiving a brief practical instruction. The bi-monthly activity meetings are taken care of by the four committees who, in their turn, present at least three informative and interesting programs a year. The major meetings are occasions on which some visiting priest addresses us in chapel. The socials which precede these meetings have become, under jean Cullen's chairmanship, a source of genuine pleasure. To the Sodality we owe four of our nicest parties: The Silver Bridge, the Christmas Tree at the Christmas Party, the Mother-Daughter Tea, and the Easter Social. Unlimited credit is due the inspiration and vision of our Reverend Director, the steady guidance and zeal of our Sister lVloderator, and the competence and whole- hearted leadership of Mary lVlcDonough, our Prefectg for these combined forces have been vitally responsible for the multiple successes of the Sodality. In particular are we grateful to our Reverend Director for his sagacious leadership. VVisely he has given us on every occasion ample opportunity for using our initiative and executive ability, and yet he has ever been in readiness to lend us his assistance and better judgment in matters which required a more experienced mind than the students'. His policy has done much to develop the spirit of cooperative activity which has contributed to the steady rise of the Sodality. a14n .a EHR, J ay . 4' '- J Y r l I J SOM, QVQNTE ..- Q -,Mir fix. f Q 4 ,wa The Junior Prom Gmzvral C1IUll'lIllI1l.' GERTRUDE HiXI.LEIN E.1'-O-fill'l.0.' DoRoTHY K. FLEMING Jllzfsiv: HELEN BEGLEY Pufrmzs: BIARGARET GALLIVAN Tickets and Publicity: RITTH XVALSH Szrppriz' f3RACE FLANAGAN D6'C0l'0fi0lI.Y and PI'0gl'f1Ill.Y.' BIARY F. BIAHAR OUTSIDE it stormed and sleeted and snowedl Inside, Ernie Andrews and his band filled the auditorium with tantalizing melody, while youth caught the rhythmic sway in an unpatterned kaleidescope. At the midnight hour, the marble stairs melted into a surge of color as the "gay procession" sought the scene of the banquet. The challenge of crimson-the scintillation of silver-thus ,33 stood tiptoe in the social whirl, that night of lingering memories. The Senior Prom General Clzair11za1z.' CLAIRE P. NICLAUGHLIN E.r-Ojicio: DOROTHY K. FLEMING M'usic: BIARGARET COLLINS D0l'0l'0fi0lIS.' RosAL1E CARROLL Tickets: ELEANOR LAMRERT Patrons U71llPl!IJliCifj'.' GRACE FLANAGAN .SlIlf7fWI'.' GERTREDE HALLEIN REMEMBERING our Junior Prom, counting on those chosen to engineer this one, and having learned from the Juniors, the passive potency of the gym, we are looking for- ward to the Senior Prom with high hopes. It will be our social adieu to the Elms and may it vibrate as a pleasant final note in our four-year symphonyl The Silver Bridge Rov1Nc9 that she merited her post as Prefect, hlary Mc- Donough inaugurated the Social season of the Sodality with this splendid party, which was so thoroughly enjoyahle. The gym was transformed with flowers and palms, and there the many guests whiled away a pleasant afternoon at hridge. After the play- ing, tea and pastries were served while the orchestra entertained with several selections. Qui' Reverend Director addressed a few gracious words to the guests and then announced the winner of the door-prize, which was a lovely silver sugar and creamer set. It was a mark of triumph for us to see a party conducted with the grace and dignity hecoming young collegians, and it was a distinct encouragement for many future plans. Elms, N ight N a Hallowe,en atmosphere of orange and black with an eerie skeleton dangling menacingly in our midst, the three upper classes tendered official welcome to the Freshmen. The party hegan in the refectory where candles Hickered dimly, and all valiantly devoured the grimacing orange sherhet cats that stalked in for dessert. Then we adjourned to the rakishly decked gym and made merry over a novel program of stunts, games and dancing. So high was the revelry that even Senior dignity was lost and not regained until the fatal witching hour sent us scarnpering to our heds. 117825 EUWMA ,X 1933 EUWUA 1 Ev.?l EUWMH Cc 1953 ,, The Christmas Party ENITE ADOREMUSN--dI'ifIiI1g down to us from the balcony above the rotunda, came the sweet strains of Christmas carols soaring clear on young voices, quivering high on violin strings. It was the annual Christmas concert of our musical clubs and the Sodality Christmas tree. Margaret Collins was chairman. It was a happy party, complete in every detail-we had a tree, lofty, lighted, and tinseled, gay-ribboned packages, a jolly Santa Claus in the person of Viola Daudelin who distributed gifts and slighted no one-and a dainty collation by candlelight. VVhat a jolly prelude to our holidaysl The Glee Club and Orchestra outdid themselves in furnishing a lovely musical program, which carried with it more than a hint of that first "midnight clear". lVe are indebted greatly to our musical clubs and our Sodality for another treasured memory. lVIotherfDaughter Tea NOTHER spray in the Sodality's crown of laurels was the lVIother- Daughter Tea held Saturday, February the 18th, under Jean Cullen's chairmanship. This delightful rendezvous did much to promote a splendid feeling among the mothers and friends of the girls, giving them an opportunity to meet on a ground of common interests. The party was held in the Assembly and the adjoining classroom, gaily decked in flowers and "Motlier" verses. Progressive bridge was played for a short time-then the guests adjourned to Veritas Auditorium for a brief entertainment, consisting of a one-act play: "Joint Owners in Spain", two songs, "lVIy Mom" and U 'M' is for the Millioii Things" by Rosalie Carroll, and a recitation: UThe Trimmin's of the Rosaryn by Margaret Collins. At the close of this the guests returned to the class- rooms where they were served with tea and dainty sandwiches and cakes. The party drifted to an end with a most desirable leisurely geniality. 14791: EUWMH ELMATA 1933 ,, Easter Bridge XUDING the spirit of warm spring days, the Easter Bridge, in a setting of dainty decorations procured through the ellorts of Our Reverend Director, marked a pretty conclusion to the Sodality Socials. To Hazel Ford goes the credit of skillfully managing this party. A novel idea was the using of attractively potted plants for centerpieces and tahle prizes. The flower motif was evidenced in the exquisite bouquet, which was the door-prize, in the gay little place cards and even in the tempting ices which were served with cakes. The party was pervaded with an air of quiet enjoyment, somehow suggestive of a pleasant after- noon in a lovely garden. The Annual Reception AY 17 marked the annual reception into the Sodality, when twenty-seven Freshmen and one Sophomore were added to the ranks of Mary's Socialists. The solemn procession, the devotional setting around our Nlary altar, the impressive sermon, the formal enrolment, all contrihuted to make this the crowning event of our Sodality year. cc 80 za ,e EEE? l x if 45112 X15 N - 'Q '1 .: n ,F-L ll AIX HIRIKSDSI an M NICCDJKIS 99 ,.NEHJV2A:lNA,,- f ,A ,4', C' ' . . ' . .:,: Elmata Staff Diredory liditfwr-in-C'l1z'vf: DIARY F. RIAHAR Assofinfe Editors: CLAIRE AICLAUGHLIN, DOROTHY ADAMS, DOROTHY FLEMING, JEAN CULLEN ,-lr! Editor l,IlHl17I'UllX Edzhfr f1.YS1'.S'ltIIlf Hzmmrozrs Editor CLAIRE MCLAL'uHL1N HELEN COLL1Ns Ii.-XTHRYN BROPHY Bzzsinvss l1ItIIltlflL'l' Assixtuzlt Bll.N'iIll'SS Jlauayvrs Piffzzrf' Clzairnzalz HAZEL FORD RUTH XXIALSH, GRACE FLANAGAN GERTRUDE VVALSH Class Historian, ROSALIE CARROLL cc 82 as X ELMATA f ELMATA 1 1953 Y?'J hy a Class Book. LASS Bookl XVhat a vista of retrospection, yes, and introspection, is opened up by these two words. And in the course of the multiple "spections" referred to, inevitably comes the query: Uriliy a Class Book? Vfhy, indeedl Everyone insists on having one-there would be wailing and gnashing of teeth if it were eliminated- and yet how many can answer, lVhy a Class Book? Propose the question, and heholdl --the questioned one flounders, stutters, and probably mutters, "YVhy-why every other place has onell'-or 'WVell-so that we can look thru' it and recall our good times, and, and everythingl H These are answers, we grant, but are they sufiicienti Consider the first-other places do have them, but why? VVhy did they have them in the beginning, and why do they continue to have them, and why are class hooks so popular? The second reason isnlt ample, for if it is simply a record of social events that we want, the ofiice has such accounts in black and white-as for example: uOctober 28, Annual Elms Nite Recep- tion, Supper in the Refectory, Dancing in the Cvym. Committees: ,lane Smith, Betty Brown, etcf' There is your record. Our student now roused, gives vent to her thoughts -"But who wants to remember things that way? How about the cute place cards, and the candles, and the sherbet cats and-in Ah, there you are-the Rosetta stone, the keynote to the uwhyn of the Class Book. College days speed by on winged feet, and are gone before we know it. Perhaps welve been too busy to notice their passing, too engrossed to regret, but the day is coming when we will yearn to look hack and recapture that "first fine careless rapture" of all that filled those days to brimming. For this yearning, no strait-laced record will do- no terse account sufhces-we crave something more personal, more intimate, more representative of ourselves as a class. XVe turn to something creative-creative, that is the essence of the Class Book from cover to cover. VVhat a galaxy of gay memories come drifting back as we read someone's own inimitable pen-sketch of the Christmas party or as we study another's caricature of the Glee Club-what bursting pride when we remember, our class did that, she was in our class, -we sponsored that affair. That is one justification for the Class Book, but it is not levity and fun-making alone that give the Class Book an adequate reason for its existence. A Class Book, if truly representative of the class as a unit, embodies in it certain mute testimony of rare bits of talent, striking ability, originality, executive power. ln an institution not yet boasting a periodical of any kind there is but limited opportunity for self-expression of a literary and artistic nature. True, there are frequent occasions for demonstrating powers of eloquence and dramatic skill-true also, however, that many become icy statues in Oral Expression. Their limited interpretative ability often makes comedy of tragedy or vice versa. And yet so often these very ones pour forth sensitive natures on paper, or strangely enough, can direct and organize, can arrange material, and can look the sternest merchant in the eye and persuade him that he just 41835: CXEHEAQA ,, ELMATA iI5.1l can't go on without a full-page ad in the Class Book. To let such talents sleep, to allow such powers to remain inert, would be nothing short of criminal! Our concluding defense of a Class Book is essentially practical. Place a scene in a typical living-room in the home of a graduate. YVith apparent nonchalance but actual covert pride, the graduate, Betty, places her Class Book on the table. Visiting friends, hir. and lvlrs. X are shown the book-lVIrs. X reads between the lines the story of a simple, clean wholesome four years, notes Betty's pride in her Alma lvlater-her joy in remembering. lXfIr. X observes a well-organized book-concrete manifestations of practical knowledge, appraises the drawing, reflecting the while on his own daughter's aptitude in that line-glances at the ads, surprised that mere girls could get them from hard-hsted business men--closes the book and muses. lhlr. and Nlrs. X go home, and in discussing the matter of a College with their daughter, suggest Bettyls Alma Nlater. She demurs but consents to go and see Betty about it. The two pore over the Class Book, Betty amplifying and describing--September finds Margaret X enrolled at Betty,s Alma lVIater. Eflicacious advertising? YVe scarcely wonder: "lV!1-v I1 Class Book?" cc 84 an ' t ELMATA ,X 1953 ,, Friendship ufrtiefzflsfzijn is tlmz' by wfziclz flu' 'world is most blessed, mm' rfrf'itf1'.v moi! goofff' bl. TAYLOR THE existence of a true friendship between two individuals is proof of the efficacy of the Golden Rule. As social beings, we naturally gravitate toward our fellow men. This innate craving for companionship is satisfied only by a sympathetic reception. But the sympathy of a moment means very little if we have no assurance of its con- tinuance. However, one of the most valuable and essential qualities of friendship, is the confidence which it engenders in one another. Although our independence is often maintained by heated argument, the cold reality is that we are dependent, sometimes pitiably, sometimes comically, upon others. If wholly reliant upon our own resources, perhaps a characterization would not always contain foh thought to be abhorredlj the sweet-sounding phrase: "of sterling qualitiesn. If there were no friend to soothe ruffled plumage, we'd often be pretty sorry looking. And many a time gloom and old-man depression would claim us for their own, did not our friend put the sun back in the sky. A few kind words and a little attention, what wonders they can workl The graces and amenities, as exercised by a friend, are vital for self-respect and heart-ease. Aside from the invaluable help in our tremendously important affairs, the mere presence of a true friend keeps life gay and oh, so worth whilel cc 85 xx ELMATA Egg? ELMATA cg 1933 ,, The Answer HIMMERING waters mirrored a silver moon enmeshed in the folds of a dusky sky where a handful of stars flung far and wide, flickered but were never dimmed. The waves gently lapped the sands with a haunting refrain, deepening the brood- ing silence. The night had enshrouded the world that stretched before me in a magic spell and had hemmed me in. A patch of grey moved phantom-like across the black curtain of the horizon, paused while the subtle witchery of the moonbeams etched the blurred outlines of a sail, then disappeared beyond the brink of the enchanted spot. A murky shadow rose and fell with the ebbing tide. I watched fascinated until, with a final swish, a piece of driftwood lay stranded at my feet. Ghostly sails that pass into the night or battered pieces of drift- wood washed up on the beach-is that all there is? I asked. The incessant splashing of the waves answered nothing. That vast, expectant silence was shattered by a dull throbbing. Gut of the nowhere a mail-plane, eagle of the night, swiftly and surely blazed its trail through the blackness and in its unerring flight soared up to the moon. One second a silhouette, the next a flashing comet tracing its pathway across the heavens. "Then fflf I ffkz' soma' fwrzfffzrr of ffm skies". Back into the nowhere, and the spell was broken. The tireless waves whispered low their answer. There is more to life than our failures like flotsam washed up on the shore and more than the shadowy forms of our lost dreams that fade into nothingness. There is winged hope which hears us far above these-hope whose taper gleams always and, "ls flnrkw' grows ffm night Emir.: II briglzffr ray.', 4186 n 6 Eftllklgln ,ga EH? DR. Pl-XULDING D K It would take Watteau's small brushes to depict the exquisiteness of detail that goes to make up the person and personality of Dr. Paulding. Four consecutive years have found us eagerly awaiting his coming, for, once having met him, we recognized his sterling worth. He is the essence of old school culture, the emhodif ment ofmanliness, and the maestro in his held of interpretative clramatics. Through his command of language, his expository skill, and his hisf trionic finesse, he has made us reac't to plays designed for large casts, and coma plicated settings. Alone on a harren stage, he has made us shudder at Hamlet, roar at The Rivals, grow tense over Richelieu, become startled at The School for Scandal, Joyce Kilmer, I think, has given us the hesnt summary of such a man, "Who did not gain, but 'was successf' ec 87 xx ELMATA 6 1933 45- " ,eEf3??ZA ,, c'Ruggedness" "SjJf11fZ nfl you 1111126 for loneliness Buy if and 11627637 count flzf coshv YOUTH with lifted face and shining eyes takes up the refrain eagerly, little realizing that Hneath his buoyant feet there lies a world of small and petty things". Such a creed exaets too high a toll. Life has courage to give away, courage found in the rugged things of life-weather-beaten mountains, the giant forest oak, straight and tall, surging furious waters, tumbling over jagged rocks, the hiss of foam breaking against age-old granite cliffs. All these seem to act as strongholds against things transitory. The rising sun and the sun in its setting bring a fleeting exquisiteness, but it is soon gone leaving only a poignant longing. Louis Unternieyer must have understood something of this when he said- "Hills you are sfroug, and my fmrffens flrf' 5L'lIfZlI'7'l'fi like 'foam You lm-zff' ofrfnffl your rfeejr-blzm bosom And tzzkfn me home-D Driftwood Proms-soft lights and sweet music-mornings after-crushed gardenias-frosty mornings chapelward-with stars in the sky-sudden rifts of color in the East- breath-taking beauty in the lVest--the moon spilling silver on the chapel-flowers and tapers in the altar dusk--young voices lifted in song and prayer-spring- blue and white fleeey days-pink and white lazy days-magnolias--haw- thorne-the orchard-and apple blossoms-Christmas party-tinsel, Color-sans souci-Candlelight-Comings and goings of vacations- gabfests until the wee sma' hours-letters, day-dreams-reminis- cing--laughter-and tears--and friendship. Treasures I counted all my treasures out to-night, and I am rich, lvly Wealth beholdl The molten gold, Of endless sunsets, and of dandelions, The shimmering silver of the moon at night, The bright, Pure emerald of Spring grass, The rubied autumn leaves that pass, The costly frankineense of flowers. The very pricelessness of hours I've spent with youl cc 88 as ,X Ef5'23A,, QUCWQG ,?- M Senior Scanhal Sheet BE SURE THAT YOU ARE PURCHASING "THE" SCANDAL SHEET Accept no substitutes and pay no more than -00001 Weather: RAIN Wed., Sat., and Sun. I "Society Sally Saysen 1. College Cap and Gown Sunday was one of the outstanding so- cial events of the year- The Undergrad- u a t e s proved that they really appreciate us as we deserve! 2. New Britain was greatly honored, when Jean and Kay spent the "examina- Vmitixlriul in :mm-ite lmgt' -iiiitmii..ii.-mi,.ii.,iiii No Cover Charge? Ylifze amz! fiance i at THE ELMS i GRILL i OPEN 2 l I 100 a.m.- l I 7:30 p.m. l every day , -.i iii ,i,iiii-.,ii,..i4iii.i- "The Martyrs d'Espagnol" Every Thursday after lst period be- ware of the Span- ish students. Last Thursday they came into Philos- ophy Class all worn out- It seems that the back row had stood for plenty in the past period. The result was that tive or six bad tempers were being di s- p l a y e d. The whole back row had to stand at the board doing verbs during the entire period, while the others looked on- Disastrous Accident! Yesterday as We Were Coming From Class an accident oc- curred which has caused many, many i n c o n v e n- iences since. The noted editor- in-chief of o u r Class Book, in dem- onstrating her abil- ity as a chorus girl -fell!! A fe w scratches and two or three b r 0 k e n bones were the re- sult. Well decorated by Ruth Walsh, Mary is now limp- ing around the campus. Yes! Mary l o v e s roses- You're welcome! LAN SAKES!?! The high grad- ing of the Elms College was low- ered last nite when "Believe It or Not" Kindly be seated before you read the following as we haven't any smelling salts! Dot Fleming STARTED fujust started"J her French for Satur- day, last Wednesday and the same person was "ready" when that certain "friend of the family" ar- rived on Sunday morning. Just another one of those New Year's Resolutions. 4190 n CX Shorty and Marge, two of our most dignified Seniors, did not return to their nite abodes until after the fa- tal hour of TEN. "It ill behooves the rest of us To talk about the rest of us." But! the courage of those two!! me and nm 1. Dot Adams lost out this year when that usual "Purple Cow" did not arrive. De- pression again-huh? More Lost and Found ads on lDDOSlte page E333 f? EUWMH Cs 1935 ,, SENIOR SCANDAL SHEET beniot Sranhal Sheet 1, Editor "Potassium" "Society Sally Says-" Ciuitinued from opposite page tio n recess" down there. The coming Jun- ior Prom will be a success with so many of the Seniors attend- ing! We are all looking forward to it "avec joie." Could Eleanor Lambert go for a Doctor? It seems that she has been for the last 3 weeks. Helen Hearn spent the week- end in Holyoke. Exams are trials especially when "he" is taking them. No won- der Shorty is go- ing around in circles. BE SURE THAT YOU ARE PURCHASING ' "THE" SCANDAL SHEET v i l l l l l l l l l 2. 3 4. "6hituarp" Dorothy Flem- ing was found dead in her bed today. In her tightly clutched hand was her "Francois" Suspicion turns toward anyone who hates col- lege grinds! H el e n H e a 1' n quietly passed out when she Q lacked her daily letter today. , Marjorie Ma- lo n e y blushed herself into an early grave latel t 0 n i t e. She i leaves us dear old Colonel and l her two t 0 1' n collars. Kind of! M a r g e, wasn't i it? Vile shall al- ways prize those bequests of hers because she was always so proud l to own all three. . Peg Collins and K a y B 1' o p h y dropped d e a d i when the Pres. of the Debating Club acquainted them with the fact that Mm Mahar and D. i Fleming won the l d e b a t e yester-, day! G91 Lost and Found' I Female Wants Continued from opposite page ' VVANTED-a girl to 2 3. 4. 5. 6. S. 9. 10 LOST+Argo Starch. Finder return to Peg Collins. Have pity on the limp collars that now adorn her neck. Dot Fleming lost her wave-try to find it I! FOUND-A ticket to North Borneo-come and collect it Viola! FOUND-an Italian Grammar for Begin- ners - is it yours Jean? LOST-A Chemistry Book from Sister's desk-W'e will be v,ry grateful if the finder will return it after the Final exam! N. B. to Seniors'- You won't need it any longer! N. B. to Sophs- Two years is a long time, better to give it in now or you'll be found out!! LOST-A green silk umbrella with stripes of a darker green. Finder please for- ward by Mothers Day. '34, to our vice- president! Thanking you in advance. lThe "Ed."r FOUND-By the di- rector of the Senior Class Play-A Wood- en Indian tfolded arms and alll that used to stand in front of a cigar store! FOUND-Three per- fect teachers by our Methods Professoress -and-all three in our Senior Class!!! . FOUND-Important women on the cam- pus-Three of the Seniors are taking double roles in "The Taming of the Shrew". lt's been rumored that "Kath- ryn" and "Pe-truchio" are furious! Why?Z The "others" will most certainly steal the play! D put windows down on cold wintry mornings in the dorm. FOR RENT Y Mary Greaney's old room to the suitable green Freshman. W'A.NTED A a nc 's less bell bo be rung every morning at six-thirty. "Elmigrams" To skip or not to skip That is a question 1" lllelhul-V To fiunk is human To pass divine !" I4'hemi-fly: Too many classes Spoil the weekend I ' l:0 -.ly we all A cut a day Keeps Commencement away... Hays the Deanl A book in the hand Is worth two in the desk." miie 54gE::' Cram before you weep" Hhe Optimist- "Study today And keep the "Ds" awaz' !" tin English Classi Ours not to question Why- Ours but to strive- then-die 1" lllxam Wee-kv In the Elms girl's youth- There is no such word as male Z" The written is better than the Oral." II-fspaially Philos play A word to the wise Begets a wise crack." 5. Be different In the right Weight." iPrcm time! rx 1953 fa 9:'br, Q Thee "Is that Religion ?" "Drums in WI-I' Heartj, "Horses,' "A nehors ffweighv "Dou'n on the Farm" uparadisev "Pierolo Pete" "Congratzdationsn "One ffionev "lVe fust Cv0llld7Z,f Say Good-hyen "Let,s Have I47Z0f11F7' Cup of Coffee" "Here,s Hoping" "Daneing in the Dark" "Yes Sir, Thafs flly Baby", "The Voice in the Old Viflage Choirn "lVere You Sineeren "Let's Put Out the Lights and Go to Sleep" "Red Headed Baby", "Rain, Rainf Go A'fUtlj'.l,, "Sweetheart of .My Student Days" "Let,s Have a Part-yn "Ho-zu flluch Do I Love You" "Let,s Try f1glIi7lU "first Friends" "Lime by Little" "Sweethearts Forever", uS07IIf'!70tZ'1' Lowes You" "1 Guess PU Have to Change My' Plans" "On a Certain Sunday" "Gee But I Hate to Go Home fflonen "Aly Time is Your Timev "Have You Forgotten?" "Pink Elephants" "lfVriting Lowe Letters in the Sand" "lVe're Dancing Together Again" HI4l6?ItI7ZIi67',5 Ragtime Band" "l'Voz1ld You Like to Take a lfValk?" "Penthouse Serenade" "Yes lVe Have No Bananas" "VVhat is Love? "Bend Do-wn Sister" JD "You'll Get by -with a Twinklein YourEye', "Ended" R92 l Sing ELEANOR LAMBERT KATHRX'N BROPHY MARCEIE MALONEX' DIARY MAHAR JEAN CULLEN Vacation Days MAE COUGHLIN DORO7'HY FLEMING GERTRUDE VVALSH After the prom HEI.EN HEARN VVC all get positions r HAZEL FORD ROSALIE CARROLL During Exams In the Dorm HELEN COLLINS Prom Night MARGARET COLLINS GERTRUDE HALLEIN Guess To get the YVeek-End Oh Yeah! ALICE HALLEIN GRACE FLANAGAN VVhO? Campused At Forest Park MARGARET GALLIVAN MARY MODONOUGH Your College Cap In the Dorm DOROTHY ADAIvIs HELEN BEGLEY College Orchestra CLAIRE MOLAUGHLIN MARY' BARRETT For breakfast RUTH VVALSH VIOLA DAUDELIN EILEEN SULLIVAN College Days 37 QMQQ5? ELMATA CX 1933 'CDO You Remember? -Your bewilderment making out your first Horarium? -The exploration tour of Chicopee Center fyour effort to be incon- spicuous? l -The Hrst mid-night orgie-the sumptuous repast-and Roe Carroll's headgear falways picking on Poor Roelj aftermath ti la alro1'f.'.'.' By the way, whose party was that? -How Peg Collins spent her October 12th week-end reading the Life of Columbus? if -Qh, and the mock lVedding tProphetic that! l lj and the parade of the llops and Brooms? and the Post Christmas Party fred socks and allj -the oft repeated "lVhat will your little Great Barrington friends think of roufv -Balancing your College Cap frosty Freshman mornings? -Living through those first mid-years? -YVednesday noon French table and the sickly grins over the "Little Jokesn. -33ers on parade hlary lXfleDonoughwards March I7-green collars and cuffs-Homeward march-funeral facesi- -Dot Adams' disillusionment St. -losephls day Freshman year? -The Freshmen sally-ing forth to the Holy Cross Concert? -The old boardwalk route to class and those afternoon llath classes fand that slide rulelj cc 93 n ELMATA tx 19:53 ,, E-idmfgfir, CC 1 77 -The W 1ll You Ever Forget? picnic at Fran Fenton's Camp? -The 'Tamily lPerkinsH Lifen Sophomore year and the hilarity in the Dining ll? Ha -Skating at Van Horn? -Exploring and explaining the new building? -Ante-Prom talk? Ulvhoni are you taking? U H:Xi'e you getting a new gown i U 'LI'm dying to get a look at himf' -Post-Prom conversation: K'Good Heavens, I thought he was good-looking." -The -The tonic -The -The -The -The -The -The -The effort to concentrate on mid-years with the Prom iust ahead? Parapet Party?-lVho was it that picked up fso gingerlyj those empty bottles, pickles, empty ice-cream boxes, etc? And who supervised? thrill of being taken for a Senior by the new lfreshmenf contentment which went with-"just signing outni low mumble of "Oh Yeahlnf Post-Easter Ham lVlarathon? 'lprivileges of the Charter Classnr basketball tournament fwe beat the Seniors anywaybi excitement of Commencement week toned down to the rhythm of the lldarch from Aida? -The night before graduation when uthe little brown bear, said, 'VVoof' "F -The Senior Ball and how we promised to Write during the summerf? -The serious business of being Seniors? -Groaning under mid-years for the last time fconsolation for the desolatej P -The Senior Scandal Sheet? -Delightful reception "Cap and Gownn Sunday and the darling corsages-F -The establishment of the 48-hour day? -Famous notice to editors--Wednesday is Ma1'ch ISI? -"Taming the Shrewnf V' a94n EUWMH cg 1953 ,, EUWMA ,X 1933 ,, Highlights from the Diary of Sir Gadalot P and betimes this A.M. Breakfasted at the Elms-hananas again! Phoned for my steed and cantered down to huv a paper-bumped into Percival on his way to Church-- changed his mind for him and made him drive my nag home. Crrahhed a taxi, went up to the Castle and picked up the Lady of Shalott for a tennis date. And has that Lily maid a racket-ask mel Sent her hack on the hus and went to lunch at hlacksonls. Arthur came in with Gawain tagging behind-told me he had a conference on for the afternoon. I ups at once and called Guinevere. IVent out to the Astolot Country Club with her-did I8 holes of golf with the Green Knight caddying-what fore? I don't knowl Had tea at the 19th hole. Tuned in on the Jousts-the Yanks were leading at the half-and Guin was just going to give me a bid to the Chivalry Prom -when in strolled Art-was my face red? -Dined alone-sauntered down to the Chink's and got my other armor back-rescued a damsel in distress, dropped her at the drawbridge-fshe was a hlondej. Stopped at VVinky's for a hamhurg -home then, 'cause I have to put two dragons on the spot to-morrow. And so to bedl a95x EISIQZA, a ELMATA -f 'ilflcl "Il Aurait un Miracle" si ill.-XRY KIAHAR didn't make at least two visits a day to our cafeteria! PEG COLLINS didn't get "the" letter every VVednesday and Saturday! GRACE FLANAGAN hadn't prepared her lessons! GER'I' YVALSI-I came hack and forth to class On the bus! HELEN BEGLEY hadnit seen the latest picture! HELEN COLLINS didn't take Latin! ROSALIE CARROLL didn't always exclaim: "My Heavens!"! lX.!AE COUGHLIN talked "zz lmure wir" fin classj! JEAN CULLEN didn't have some hoy friend to rave ahout after vacations! HAZEL FORD did her French on time! DOT FLEMING didnit wait until the last second to do anything and every- thing! NIARGARET GALLIVAN was minus "Jerry"! NIARY NICIJONOUGH had a temper! DOT ADAMS was sarcastic! GEVRT HALLEIN became melancholy! HELEN HEARN didn't work hours over her letters! CLAIRE lXfICLAUGHLIN loved to prepare her Spanish lessons! NIARGE NIALONEY chewed gum! RL"1'H XXYALSI-I was serious! ELEANOR LAMBERT wasn't in a hurry to get started on her lessons! XI.-XRY BARRETT eouldn't sell Christmas seals! EILEEN SULLIVAN didn't bring up philosophical arguments! VIOLA DAUDELIN couldn't complete a jig-saw puzzle! :ALICE HALLEIN disagreed with Gert! KAY BROPHY remained calm and cool before a prom! 4:96a ' CL EH? Cx ig BBQ? CLASS VOTES "Aims it che Truth? Class Colors Class tllotto Favorite cereal Favorite fruit Favorite ljflllk Favorite song .Most Taleiztezl Happiest ,Moment Favorite pastime -Wost welconze zcorfls .Most lzatefl 'words .Most popular visitor Favorite lzarzg-out Favorite sport .Most popular Favorite paper C lass pet Favorite slzoiw Sure cure for tlze lzlues B est sport Biggest Prom Trotter .Most neglected ffznzrziest breaks Favorite jiower Favorite books Hzuzgriest E1953ll ,., Black and Blue Cash and Carry Bananas Bananas Bananas "O Lord lVlakc us Free!" 7 Une who can run while wearin :1 college Q ip IO P.M. Choir rehearsal KIail's outl You didn't get any! The "Special-man l D The "cafeteria" Answering the phone One whose laundry just came The L'Scandal Sheet" "Dolly, The Princess and the Plumber Pep talks Nlajor Logic General Ethics Ella-Vator In the Lab. Pansies Blue books Those who are 4:9719 broke 6 1933 '1 f? 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"Oh, you Should hear Ann say-U 'khvoll eanlt get hlood out of a Stonef' 'irlthe inkls in the top drawer-you ought to know hy nown. "O erumpsl I ean't rememher a word of itf, 'KYeS, I'In almost readyln i'Oh, I was wildln 'Wvhat experiment are you on nowin 'LI will if Gert willw. "I'1l have to think it overn. "Good gravyl H "My landl I don't know a thingu. "I suppose I'l1 have to write another 'touching' letter". 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P.M. 111012 ,X 1933 ,, ' 'L'ilL' -' 1953 ,, Recipe for "Miss Thirc 'Three' Ing1'edicnts.' A large cup of Mary Melluiioiiglfs dependability- A clash of Gert Halle-in's enthusiasm Two lilue eyes like Vee Cullins' Tww dimples like Helen Collins' One flawless complexion like Mae Cwtigliliifs One heaping teaspw-mful ut' Eleanor l.ambert's ambition Twin rlrups of liileen Sullivan's persistence One level teaspminful of Grace 1"lana3an's calmness One-half cup uf Mary Barre-tt's nfunchalance One smile like Sliurty Hearn's Twp slices of Viwla l7audelin's capaliility One large lump uf jean L'ullen's stage presence One eup uf Dot lflemine's witticisins, chopped fine One handful of Roe Carroll's willingness tu help One and one-quarter cup uf Margaret Gallivaifs generusity ,Xll uf Gert XYalsh's pupularity Ruth XYalsl1's enviable taste in clothes Sift these ingredients together three times and stir briskly-then fold in Hazel Ford's energy antl acld a pinch of Alice Hallein's pep-pour in a cup of Nlary Nlaharis versatility--stir in Helen Begleyis ready laugh and season with Kay Brophy's vivacity. Sweeten the whule with Dot Adam's disposition-couk in heat of hlarge iXIZ'tltJI'lCy,S hlnsh-lVhen done, set to cool in Claire lVIcLaughlinis sophis- tication. Punt' into an Elms Uniform- Garnish with a white collar and ClliTSi Serve in cuhes-. wI02n w E TA LMA e M THE END FINALE Hush now! The lyrist gently frets the strings, And softly ends our song: - he sings The closing measures in a minor key That echoes on in wistful reverie M Now soft he sings, and slow, now swift and clear Of small remembered things that we hold dear, Then, blending all the notes in Careless throng, He sings a dim finale to our song! Www f ,XX Ag .X wixK A ff , A I 4' A X N vyffa if ..,..x SH ' '32 ,Q max-ff,,f,p REETINGS and Godspeed The from Class of 1934 r 'iicx -...-..-l.14 L -i Best wishes nf the bister Qilass 1935 7 i ....... ..-4 Compfmeelefs gf 17726 675155 gf 1936 X 71-1 -. A JNO AWMA DQNQHUE ARCHITECT SPRINGFIELD NIASSACHUSEIIS N-Tb T TE Springjqelcfs Most Friendly Hotel '93 Home of the Tourist and Commercial Traveler DINING ROOM AND CAFETERIA UNEXCELLED 300 ROOMS VVl1en in Springjqeld make the Clinton Hotel your home THOMAS KELLY, Manager 16 V. Cx NJ HE ELECTRIC POWER REQUIRED AT THE COLLEGE OF OUR LADY OF THE ELMS, FOR LIGHT AND OTHER PURPOSES, IS FURNISHED BY THE MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC LIGHT DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF CHICOPEE. Municipal Electric Light Board, JOSEPH A. NOWAK, Chairman JOSEPH A. SAULINER, THEOBALD M. O'NEIL. V ii 7 CN '9 C! x3 Compliments of B. Q Brighamk Qlumpanp Qpringfielb, Massachusetts Fraternity, College and Class Jewelry COIVIMENCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INVITATIONS jeweler to the Senior and junior Classes of che College of Our Lady of the Elms L. G. BALFOUR COMPANY manufacturing Blzknrlsrs ants Swtationzrs ATTLEBORO, MASS. COMPARISON IS THE TRUE TEST OF V A L U E GIVE IT THE TEST OF AN ESTIMATE Specialists in HOCKEY OUTFITS-GYMNASIUM OUT- FITS-ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT CAPS, GOXVNS, HOODS SCHOOL UNIFORMS CAMP OUTFITS Outfitters to over 300 Schools and Colleges Outfitters to over 100 Camps McCarthy fr Simon outfits arc made in our own factory on the premises Mccartlmy 8s Simon, Inc. SCHOOL AND CAMP OUTFITTERS 7-9 WEST 36TH STREET, NEW YORK .lusT orF FIFTH AVENUE ".-Isle the Svlzools and Camfs we Outfit" ESTABLISHED I9I2 viii CN rj Cx NJ Ofhee Phone 50158 Res. Phone 6-1393 WILLIAM P. BROWN Plumbing - Heating - Ventilating o Controctor ond Engineer Air Conditioning 31 Sanford Street Springfield, Mass. Compliments of L. E. MANNIX, M. D. Compliments of IGHN V. GREANY, M. D. "Sap lit with ,1flumzrs" CrAl..l.lVAN BROS. FLORISTS 192 HIGH STREET, HGLYUKE GREENHOYSE: SMITH'S FERRY Corsage Bouquets Our Specialty 59 YEARS ON STATE TREET D. and U91 YEARS OLD" Biamnnhs, Ulilklatrhes, Eletnelrp Expert Wazch and Clock Repairing 135 State Street Springfield, Mass. l'onzpI1'me11t.s- and Best lVi.wlze.s The Woman's Shop Springfield, Blass. LILLIAN L. DONOVAN WORTHlNGTON LUNCH Springheld, Mass. IX -y fx f? S CX xb 1 ! Compliments of Fmcks and Coats of I1idzz'idudI1'ty and Charm Pl zffrlf' 4-1:0441 3-ll! lirialyfv .S'lri'z'f .S'fYl'1.lIflflt'1lf lfir' flrurviazw' uf iz full IX sullritrfl Maison Woodworth BEAUTY SALON 313 Bridge Sc., Springlield, Mass Trl. 4-3, ,I li'fi'Nw1li'x'.' 4-569 4 IJ Springfield Ciiicc Supply Co. A-EVERYTHING forthe oFF1CE" 71173 Worrhingron Srrcer l .V Spririglield, Mass. l M9Glynn SZ O,Ne1l Uplofrmlr-isis and Opfiriarzs 2 BOOKSTORE BUILDING 1 158.4 Main Strevl. Springfield, Mu SPRINGFIELD, MASS. lack X CX fj . Complziments of D. C. SWEENEY :QQ 7 ' -+ Cf N3 CCDIVIPLIIVIENTS OF Iflfilliam McKechnie Compliments of JAMES P. MQRIARTY 72773 eflity I. 491157.19 Q10 LASTICX GIRDIJCS STIEIIGIEZRPS for "FIRST FASI-IIONSH .XT Popular Prices l'NlJliRTl'llN1lS IIOSIICRY 259 HIGH STREET 231 BI,XPI-Ii STRIQIQT, HOLYUIQE, KIASS. HOLYOKE, MASS. Nicholas Zeo, Inc. Compliments c'omIIssIoN IIEIICHANTS of CL Friend and Wholesale Dealers in Fruit and Produce zrao BUILDING IIUIAN STREET, SPRINGFIELD, M,-Iss. Springfield Athletic Supply Co. 107 Chestnut Street ow. Y.IKl.f,.,.-X. Springfielcl, Mass. lI'lI'fl1.nlU 3-fy DR. THOMAS I. LALLY DENTIST .S'IrI'Ie 403 PIIUIIL' 4-4028 SPRINGFIELD NATIONAL IIANIQ IIUILDINII 1537 MAIN ST., SPRINGFIELD, MASS xii CN fj ...::fiiCf' N43 H. L. Handy Company 4-5 Hampden Street Springfield Mass. MAC DONALD AND SHEA, INQ Tmnn NATIOHALBANKBUILDING SPRINGFIELD, MASS V GENERAL INSURANCE GQ COMPLIMENTS OF GUIMOND5 DRUG STORE D. I. HEIIERT, I fv for 'ro 234 Exchange Sweet Phone 7 00 CX xui I, E C! x3 Compliments of Springlield Public Market IlICfJl'lN1I'ZltCl'l Main Street, Springfield, Mass. Compliments of Meniorial Clinic, Inc. Holyoke, Mass. QAITHUR JMARCIL .If'iNI'IIL'l'VX', Hosivry Chai.: and D1'c.v.wx 290 HIGH STRIQIZT, HOLYOKE M. J. O'MALLEY CO General Printing and Ruling 22-I Franklin Street SPRINGFIELD, MASS. IGI-IN F. Sl-IEA 65 Taylor Street Chicopee Falls, Mass. Pasteurized and Clarilied Milk and Cream Cm Club Be'i'erage.r '2 Golden and Pale Dry GINGER ALE Telephone 1405 CHICOPBE SODA oo CHICOPEE, MASS. Tal. 605 xlv CN ff --Izikf XJ COMPLIMENTS OF Thomas 79. Sampson.: Neylon 73. Sampson.: Eberelt T Sampson.: fllilurtinians-fv 730 State Streeb SpringfielcL gjllass. CN 43- cf N The Ely Lumber Company LUMBER MERCHANTS and WOODWORKERS OMEROY Holyoke, Blass. OIL COKE COMPLIMENTS OF z HILLS DRUG STGRE v'1-11-pfmf 1201-R CHICGPEE, MASS, C H I C 0 P E E MASSACHLTSETTS Compliments Of MARKET SQUARE DINER Compliments of Gregory Scanlon Holyoke, Mass. Compliments of j. R. Hastingsf xvi '-iv fa ...icf NJ p.. GREETINGS S to Class of 1933 If I. I Zahn 9. Zmuiganz IE LITTLE BUILDING ' BOSTON N T S of Representing MOTHER OE SORROWS V ' . M 0' LAYMANE RETREAT LEAGUE WHEN THINKING OE PHOTOGRAPHS consult Myers Gyfodzo 1383 JI'faz'1z Gffreef, e5JP7'l.7Zg1jit?!0I, Jmzmzcbzzfefff EVERY PORTRAIT A CHARACTER STUDY CQ Let us be your photographs 6 XVII A E C! NJ M. J. WALSH 51 SUN Lumber DCSICTS W00dVVOI'liCl'S Holyoke. Mass. CATERING FQR ALL OCCASIONS Compliments of R LC Yps Collins Plumbing Supply Co. RBSIEUMVUNI Holyoke, Mass. "Insist on Darfyk Pies" 119 MAIN STREET CHICOPEE FALLS Plmnv 138 Phone 3686 Dr. Louis jcrome Pcrczlra ' Dentist ' ll High Street Holyoke, M.1:S. COMPUMENTS OF DR. W. BRADY xviiiv CN fj gf xl Compliments of IQhn HOLYOKE CI-IICOPEE FALLS SPRINGFIELD PURITA LUNCH JOHN C. SABOJ Counter ond Booth Service 8 CENTER Sl. Clzicopee. Mass. COMPLIMENTS OF Thomas J. Costello . . . Painting Contractor . . . Dial 3-7019--ofr'h'I' 141 DWIGHT ST. 5-1821 Springfield Massachusetts EXCLUSIVE WALL HANGINGS Compliments of Stanley Cox, M.D. coMPLlMEN'rs or C. W. BOUVIER, M.D. Compliments of fl Holyoke Friend GINGER Alf Compliments of FEDERAL CANDY COMPANY 338 Chesftnnr Street SPRINGFIELD, MASS. Compliments of FULTON MARKET xix Cx f? Cf xi Your Old Roof Has Value .l It Need Jxlot Be Disturbed and W1'll Add Valuable Insulation Cswer tlxc fflwl slllllglcs the lll1Nlt'l'!1 Wilj' with GENUINE Rl'-lilili-Olll BLXSSIYE XYlilliH'l' Sl'llNGI.ES in :mp of several ztttlilctive Colors. Thi- gives jfllll' hrnne ll roof mzulc to last :L lifetime - :mfl elxnmmtes the rlisxxgwrcznltlc zmfl expexmsive task nf rcnu-ving ulfl Nlllltglcx, Rl'-lilili-OIIJ is 1lll!'ZllllCH!'1Il l:ll'l"l'f'NlNllIlQ ii j. G. ROY LUMBER CO. 1'tlNIl'I.IC'l'lC l.IXl'1 Ulf LVBIBER AND MASONS' SUPPLIES 861 Meadow Street, Chicopee K Sprlnghelrl fu-xmy lr-I, l:,1'r'lmllm',v,' 3 Llllullxcc' IINU Hnlynl-tr' 773 COMPLIMENTS OF The General lee Cream Corp ssFrOglIOVa9 134 Cass Street Springfield, Nlass. eoMPLnv1ENTs OF DR. HORRIGAN , lowers fu fer uf!! 0L'L'tlJ'Z.0ll.f IJIS'l'INC'l'lYI-I Ql'.Xl.lTY Newest in Fashions and Designs Arrishtically Arranged Compliments of JOHN P. DOWLING HoLYoKE, MAss. JZ 128 Hancock St., Springfield, Mass. Compliments of Telephone 2,1197 DT. 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