Lafayette High School - Oracle Yearbook (Buffalo, NY)

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on ,f .:,o,o.: . I -2 3C o . A . V V .o tkzx Miller, Evelyn Kimmel, Eleanor Norton, Frank Reybold, Robert Connelly, john Voss, Rolf Flygare, and Richard Seitz. 17 One Effect on Journalism of the political machine of the intelli- gentsia was to make it more interesting and humorous. Leading journalists oi the country were at this time being bribed by that vast political intluence. Fiddle- sticks li. Drullard, the editor-in-chief oi' the notorious Oracle, was one ot the outstanding ottcnders. Through the work of Goldene jacobstein and her col- leagues, Rosalind Garten and Oscar lierstetter, this propaganda-stutifed maga- zine was sold to the unsuspecting public. The tone of journalistic morality was so low th-at it could not be heard, but its vibrations shook the very foundations of civilization. The Literary Division of this vast organization, aided by David Ballotin, lrma Cohen, Sylvia Rosenberg, and Lothrop VN-'illis did not help to raise the standard. 18 Art and Literature One of the greatest artists of the land, Charles Riter, contributed his bit toward the dissemination of knowledge of toxin anti- toxin for the prevention of diphtheria, to say nothing of the beautilication of billboards. Marvin Opler achieved some prominence as chief lexicographer fan oHice boy who knows all the words in the dictionary by their iirst namesj for The Oracle. 19 Not One Cent for Tribute ln spite of the Treaty of Peace ot' june 1929, the Regents again declared war about the middle of june. Some of the number were again left behind, but most helped to rout the invaders for the third consecutive time. 20 The Future A few short months, and new leadership in the republic would be established. Already the former leaders were packing their bags to visit new worl-ds and to conquer them in the name of Lafayette. The colonists would rise soon to new heights and new responsibilities. Tl-IE AGE OF POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT ln the year 1931, the colonists, now so far advanced, came into absolute control of the country. As rulers, their kindness and condescension toward the immigrants who had followed them to this Land of Promise were remarkable. All were delighted with their ability and justice. 21 The New Hall of Fame It was felt that there was a need for some way of preserving the memory of the great of this- period to serve as an inspira- tion to those who were to follow. A hall of fame was erected in which there were separate rooms for each type of achievement. The art work was done by Robert Connelly and Edward Plotkin. Their wide experience and talent were re- sponsible for their obtaining the commission. The fact that they did this work without charge, as all their other work has been done, had no influence on those who gave the contract. Those whose energies were noticeable in the room set aside for physical prow- ess were Oscar Kerstetter, -lolm Higgins, Earl Seick, Rolf Flygare, Frank Rey- bold, joe Szur, Tom Fallon, WVanda Carroll, and Kathryn Gibson. Twenty-t'1,D0

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1 - Q , 1 gi p as J f ,, X A 'Q S Growth of Knowledge The advance of learning was headed by Mar- vin Opler, Ruth Gates, Lawrence McArthur, and Liborio Scibetta. Their scholar- ly ability was indicative of the high mental calibre of this group. 9 Oratory ,ln order to demonstrate more clearly the value of public speaking, a contest was held in which Rosemary Dudley and Harold Fineberg were victorious. The art of the drama tlowered. Louise Caputo, who played in Colden Days, was a leader in this movement. 10 Art Art is usually primitive in such an undeveloped people. But the work of Robert Connelly, Liborio Scibetta, and l'hyllis Gale created a great deal of excitement and was awarded various honors. 11 Aviation Always eager to make progress in any field, these people endeavored to follow l-'ilot Chappelle. Wlieii he made an attempt to turn the country air-minded, his success was remarkable. 12 The Year Ends Thus the year passed, with those who survived the savage inroads of the monster examination becoming more fit to take their places in community life. THE BEGINNING OF SOPI-IISTICATION 13 Worldliness By the beginning of their third year, the colonists had gained much knowledge and experience. They had grown in their outlook on life. They were no longer children, but adults, and expected to be treated as such. Most of them had outgrown their childish and immature habits. One ex- ception to the general rule was Ilabe Lowe, who, like Little B0-Peep, could never overcome the blushing habit. Babels intimates say that itls partly sunburn, but that is only an excuse. Among the sleek, suave men-of-the-world at this time were Frank Reybold, Bill Gerber, I'larry lflirschberg, and Marvin Miller. 14 Honors Bestowecl Many of the members of the group were made honorary braves ol the neighboring tribes. The Ili-Y Club took into its group many prominent men, such as VVilliam Fischer, Robert Kotting, Rolf Flygare, Luther Mus-selman, Donald Shaw, Richard Seitz, liric Tornquist, Charles Riter, Xkfilliam Ley, XVilIiam Iflepp, .lohn Voss, Raymond Arnold, Williaiii Price, Har- old Slade, VVilliam Antozzi, and Francis lfhret. The Girl Reserves also honored many of our colony, including Mary Neal, Ruth Putnam, Aliene VVUII, Irene Fogelsonger, I-lelle Nissman, and Margaret Thomas. 15 Physical Prowess All the while that the colony was progress-ing mentally and socially, many members were in-dulging in trials of athletic skill. Fame came to 'lohn I-lennett, Donald Mcliillen, Earl Seick, John lfliggins, Flor- ence Southard, joseph Szur, l-lerbert Dreyfuss, and Charles Riter. 16 The Third Anniversary Day VVith the inimitable M. Luther Mus- selman presiding, junior Day could not help but be a success. Others who con- tributed with their enjoyable stage personalities were Louise Caputo, Marvin T zu enty-one

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.- 0 A, v' .'oo- - lil x l D , g akwig-ff ' ie'9 4f1f A iL. Q ff tx ff .1 ln' - The land, Lafayette, gave a large share of praise to its- scholars. Among those honored were Eleanor Krull, Marjorie Shank, Lucille Harwood, Elizabeth Root, Frank Finger, Ruth Gates, and Lawrence McArthur. Nor were the cultural achievements of this group neglected. The artists, Catherine Corcoran, Betty Cott, Phyllis Gale, Charles Riter, Liborio Scibetta, and Richard Seitz, occupied .a prominent place in this room. The writers were repre- sented by Gertrude l-lannon, David llallotin, Irma Cohen, Regina Elkes, Marvin Kimmel, Sylvia Rosenberg, Carolyn Sehimmel, and Donald Shaw. Busts of orators, their lips parted as if to speak, were also in this room. Among them were Lothrop Willis, William l-Iepp, Lawrence McArthur, Rosemary Dudley, Edward Robinson, and orman Moyer. One room, papered in dollar bills- and trimmed with coins, occupied an im- portant position. As one entered the room, he was confronted by the statue of that linancial wizard, Goldene Jacobstein, who had clone so much for the national magazine, The Lafayette Oracle. Near her were her valuable aids, Rosalind Garten and Oscar lierstetter. The contents of these rooms have been described in detail, as it is through its great men that one can determine the temper of this age. 22 The Elections of 1931 For the tirst time since they had arrived in this country, these people endeavored to form an organized government. Can- didates of absolute integrity and great ability were nominated. john Bennett, president, in his inaugural address, delivered to the hrst row in the orchestra, told of his high ambitions for the coming year. Aliene lfVolf, vice president, in her usual gracious manner, thanked her supporters in the election. Speeches were made by the other officers-: Lawrence McArthur, secretary, Harold Lowe, treasurerg Louise Caputo, marshal, Rosemary Dudley, poet, and Lothrop XVillis and Regina Elkes, historians. All promised that they would do their best in per- forming the duties of their respective ohices. 23 Finis Perhaps it would be more advisable to call this a beginning for those colonists about to leave these shores for exploration and conquest, en- riched by the four years they have spent in Lafayette. Regina Elkes Lothirop VVillis Twenty-three