Leominster High School - Magnet Yearbook (Leominster, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1926 volume:

ie FAO Syd Leominster Eligh School Leominster, Massachusetts ye 7 ae ' . . . ' : ‘ “ - -4 oe Wy = =e - rms JAHN “2 OL UNE Ire EHICAGO, ILL. THE STOBBS PRESS WORCESTER, MASS. Jirologur I am the Year Book. I am your hopes, desires, and ambitions interpreted through type and paper. I bear your effigres, your literary inscriptions and records of your school life. In short, I am an tdeal realized. I am not inant- mate, rather think of me as a living thing. To YOU, students, teachers and readers of me, who have labored untiringly In my behalf for many months past, I extend heartfelt thanks. You are responsible for my well-being. Your sole reward for this labor tes merely in my existence and I trust you feel justly reimbursed. dim to preserve me to the best of your ability, and I will be the Book of Happy Memories in years to come wherever you roam--be it North, South, East, or West. We, the students of the Leominster FAtigh school ‘Dedicate this book to our beloved instructor and comrade, Frauk A. James As a friend he has never failed to help us in every way; as a teacher, he has done his ut- most to further our interests in school activities. May he live a long and happy life and may the future stu- dents of this school apprectate and love him as we do. RARER de. Cable of Contents ADMINISTRATION SENIORS JUNIORS SOPHOMORES FRESHMEN ORGANIZATIONS ATHLETICS SOCIAL EVENTS JUNIOR HIGH LITERARY SNAPS JOKES ADS The Mori] States Fitchdu 4. —— SCHOOL BOARD Left to right: Clarence Joyce, Harold Burdett, James Johnson, Bernard Doyle. Superintendent Perry, Nathan Gist, Dr. Brigham, Georgette Laserte. WILLIAM H. PERRY, Ph. D. Superintendent of Schools 10 Srving CAvight Smith, A. a. Principal Irving Wright Smith was born in Wethersfield, Conn., graduated from the Hartford Public High School in 1906, from Trinity College in 1910 with the degree B. S., and from Yale University in 1913 with the degree M. A. in Educa- tion. For the past three years he has been enrolled in the Graduate School of Education at Harvard. His teaching experience began in 1909 in the Night High School in Hartford. In 1910 he became vice-principal and instructor in the Seymour (Conn.) High. The next four years he spent as instructor in the Crosby High School in Waterbury, Conn.; therea ter becoming’ principal of the high school in Simsbury, Conn. He resigned after five years’ service there, to become principal of the Leominster High School. 11 Edith M. Baldwin L. Lyman Bowker Simmons, Boston Massachusetts Normal University Art Shorthand, Typewriting Drawing Everétt “C. Donnelly Katherine E. Dugan fi Holy Cross A. B. Fitchburg Business GC] l J afk University A. M. College Geography Typewriting, Shorthand Ruth Elderkin Acadia University M. A. English Secretary Mildred Farquhar Leominster High School 12 John C. Coburn Harvard J. B. Algebra, Geometry Ina L. Duval Emerson College French Dennis A. Gildea Holy Cross A. B. English nv Olive Greensfelder University of Chicago Phe: English iQE Blanche M. Jobé Fitchburg Business College Bookkeeping Commercial Arithmetic George Lawler Harvard, Boston University Bookkeeping, Algebra Frank A. James Colby, Higgins Classical Institute, B. Modern History Grace Hart Smith College, Maine University, A. B. Science, Biology Mary C. Kielty Alice M. Kilbourne Posse Simmons College Physical Training Household Arts Francis L. Lockey Smith College, A. B. St. Lawrence University, Harvard, Ed. M. A. B. ; Latin, Dean of Girls Agnes H. Lynch English 13 SRR ae | Winifred MacLane Dwight H. Porter Mt. Holycke, B. A. Park, A. B. English, Algebra Physics, Chemistry Hdward Jaschulte Jeremiah P. Shalloo Harvard Phe Ed. Clark University, A. B. Springfield Y. M. C. A. European History Physical Director Daniel Darney Massachusetts Normal Art School Mechanical Drawing Winifred E. Shackley Leland Powers English, Expression Fay) French, German Mary E. Tully Margaret Earl Emmanuel College, A. B. Mt. Holyoke, A. B. Latin, Spanish Algebra, Geometry, Science 14 Edgar B. Porter?� Park, A. B. 2 Economics, Civics Vocational Counsellor Velmah Spencer Fitchburg Normal, Amer- ican Institute of Normal Methods Music Mrs. Evelyn Wood Leominster High School Secretary Our Faculty Once in the golden year of 1926, the gods sat down to council on sunclad Olympus. Then spoke Aegis-bearing Zeus, ever mindful of the school most dear to his heart. “Hearken, and lend me counsel how I may show favor to those mortals who daily assemble in the halls of learning in Leominster.” Then answered him, clear-eyed Athena, “I move, oh Zeus, that a committee be chosen to bestow an ideal faculty upon these mortals.” The motion was carried. This was the decision: Article I—Section 1. The principal shall be a broad-minded man, with modern educational ideas. One who will permit many school activities, and in general, be a good sport in all that is reasonable. Article Il—Section 1. The head of the English Department shall be the only one of her kind. Section 2. The rest of the English department shall be a group of teachers blessed with the idea that the study of English shall be made interesting and not boresome. Article I]]—Section 1. The language department shall be made up of individuals with the patience of Job. Article [V—Section 1. The coaches shall be of the remarkable kind that inspire the whole school to show their school spirit in gratitude for their excellent coaching. Article V—Section 1. The history teachers shall be endowed with sweet dispositions and an extraordinary sense of humor. Article VI—Section 1. The expression teacher shall be able to make an actor (or actress) out of a clothes-post. __ Article VII—Section 1. The Science department shall consist first, of a woman with a heart of gold and a sweet smile; secondly, of a man so good na- tured and of such a helpful disposition that he will “faculty advise” any activity upon request. Article VIII—Section 1. The Mathematics teachers shall realize that the skulls of high school students are inordinately thick and will therefore explain propositions a hundred times if need be. Article [X—-Section 1. The commercial teachers shall be so great, so ca- pable, so wholly pleasing as to beggar description. Article X—Section 1. The geography teacher shall be of that kind, dear to a student’s heart; the kind who gives slides and lectures just the day that a student is unprepared. Article XI—Section 1. The girl’s gymnasium instructor shall accept with a kindly smile poor excuses for appearing without uniform. Article XII—Section 1. The drawing teachers shall sigh for talent, but shall realize that students are not as brilliant as they, and therefore accept messes instead of drawings. Article XIII—Section 1. The domestic science teacher shall manage to refrain from committing murder when vainly endeavoring to teach girls to con- coct dishes that will not poison unsuspecting consumers. Article XIV—Section 1. The music teacher shall have ears so constructed that she will not lose her hearing when listening to the singing of music classes. Recent reports show that the students are highly pleased with their gift which is still in excellent condition because of good and careful usage. Respectfully submitted, ATHENA, Sec. of the Olympian Council. iS) Mr.E.Porter Miss Lockey — a i Miple Atuhies 18 ALVIN CARL BAKER “Cutsey” “Cutsey!” Where do you suppose he got that nick-name? As a track man, he sure is there. There’s no doubt about it. We admire his ability as a bookkeeper, along with that of a few others in the same class. Oh b-b-b-boy, Cutsey! KATHERINE BARR “Katey” Katherine is a studious, quiet girl, but be- neath her quietness there runs a tremor of gaiety and gladness. She is one of the worthy members of the Literary Staff and Library Board. CORIENE BELLE BATCHELDER “Put her amongst the boys” Coriene is very studious in short-hand, but simply despises bookkeeping. You see, her mathematical cells are not yet developed. She is young, however, and there are hopes. Cor- iene looks like a cute little dutch girl when her hair is straight. She always has a merry smile. In the first period class, you could always find her asking Mr. Donnelly something. “Oh my gosh!” ELIZABETH AMELIA BILLINGS Elizabeth is one of the few “Students,” as it were, who called themselves Seniors. One could never catch her not knowing a question in class! She was always one of those “can’t I help you?” girls, though she never let any- one take advantage of her good nature. EDWARD WILLIAM BRADY A remarkable personality, a keen sense of humor, oratorical ability, and leadership— qualities when mixed together produce the King, our worthy and honorable class _presi- dent for the last two years. Although not athletically inclined, his write-ups as _ sports editor of L. H. S. News are most interesting. We are enjoying the way he presides at Eng- lish Club meetings. He surpasses Hodge in oratorical ability, which we hear he uses with good effect on the Student-Teacher Council. PHILIP L. BURGESS aidie Who is Phil Burgess? What a question to ask! Who does not know? Burgess, the president of the “L” Club. Phil, the comedian. Jimmie, the actor. Burgess, the promoter. Burgess, the football player. Studious (?) Phil. Assistant business manager of the Leonine. One fine fellow! MERRILL EUGENE BUSH Merrill joined us during the fall of our freshman year. His position as news editor of the L. H. S. News and picture editor of this book are examples of the “stick to it” trait which has made him so successful. His com- mon sense, which he shows to perfection in the Student-Teacher Council, will carry him far. His fairness and good judgment have made him the respected chairman of the Welfare Department. HAZEL E. CAISSE “Casey” “Casey, as she is sometimes called, really isn’t a cop, but a worthy and happy-go-lucky member of our class. She never lets little things worry her. That’s the right spirit! We hope she sticks to that in the future when hard times confront her. Luck in heans! ROY CAMPBELL Roy came to Leominster High School after spending two years in Harvard High School. In Harvard, he was popular as a wrestler and he starred on the baseball team of that school. His two years in L. H. S. were spent in the pursuit of his studies and occasional class sports. MARTIN HADLEY CASEY “Goldilocks” “Goldilocks” is our “Mexican” athlete. He has been one of our most studious pupils, es- pecially in French; also an adept in breaking windows and evading results. He must have a pull with the janitor. Here’s hoping he skips along just as carefree in later life. 19 FRANCIS JAMES CAVANAGH “Cav” “Cav” was a player as well as a manager of the basketball team this year. How’s that for apples? He was a member of that gang in Room 4 that Mr. Donnelly had to put up with. He is a member of the track team, too. Watch out for the bees! MARTIN CAVANAGH “Marty” Martin possesses a gift for playing the piano. He is talented, as well, in the vocal line of music. As an actor, Martin takes the wooden nickels. He was leading man in the two oper- ettas the school has given. Don’t let your fingers get mildewed, Marty. EDITH ELIZABETH CLARK “Edie “Kdie” could be heard long before she reached Room 20. We all knew noise and laughter were her greatest assets. She pur- sued the Commercial Course like many other classmates and she was quite a “shorthand shark.” “Edie” was the best janitor in our Gym class even if she did hurt herself while trying to manage the unruly windows. JACK COHEN Readers, gaze upon the one and only real broker L. H. S. ever had! Holding this worthy position didn’t stop Jack from becoming an honor student, though! He was manager of “the” football team of °25. Always rushing, but always having a definite purpose, we leave Jack to carry on his business ability in the future. GEORGE OSCAR CONNORS “Hackey” George, or rather known as “Hackey,” has the appearance of a quiet laddie, but beware, he is right there. Once studying and being late for school were his enjoyments; but now just being with Doris is his only employment. 20 HERBERT COREY “Herb” Oh, what a sheik! We notice, though, that he is a “one woman man.” Herbie was our prize center on the basket- ball team this year. He knew his jump! He is also a first-baseman on the baseball team. Don't bother with flannel nickels, Herbie, they shrink. GUY CUTTER Guy “Lengthy” Cutter, nicknamed thus— well, if you don’t know why, ask someone who has seen him. Guy served as vice-president of our class during our freshman year. This year Guy is chairman of the Traffic Depart- ment and carries the distinction of being a second lieutenant in “Eddies Army.” WALTER IRVING DEACON “Deac”’ “How do you do, please! Oh, but politeness is a virtue, Walter!” “Deac” made the winning touchdown for us at Fitchburg. He plays basketball and _ base- ball, too. One hears rumors that he likes “voung” girls! We wonder! Keep the home fires burning, Walter! (but not too near the cradle.) RAYMOND DEPELTEAU Raymond, known as a pool shark, is quite a boy. His neat appearance, shiny shoes, and slicked hair show that he intends to be a business man in the future. He takes no part in athletics or other school activities, but spends plenty of time studying. MARY FRANCES DORMIN Mary has no real nickname. She’s one of our honor pupils and during her four years with us has taken great interest in all the sports. Very easily known why! Mary is proof con- trary to the saying that red-haired girls dis- like other red-haired people. We know Mary will be successful in college and in her life work. 21 CHAUNCEY EISNER After skipping the eighth grade, Chauncey literally skipped through High School. He received a prize last year for doing the most work under the greatest handicap, and has completed his course in three years. Most of his marks have been A’s. GRACE ELLIOTT Grace, more generally known as “Mickie,’ is a Sterling girl. She believes in being among the minority, in that she is one of the select, who have not bobbed their hair. She is by no means a man hater. Indeed, she seems to have a weakness for the “Ramblers.” MARY FLYNN “May” “May” is a most jovial person. “What's the matter with being late for school every morning?” asks May. This fair one was a very loyal supporter of school athletics. Her reddish hair acted as an attraction to all males. Cheer up, they will fall for anything! Who said “weaker sex?” ADA OPHELIA FOOKES “Dimples” is one of our more wmirthful members. Ada is pursuing the Normal Course and hopes some day to become a _ teacher. Let us hope she finds that occupation as amus- ing as her present one. Ada is very athletic and plays good basketball. One can depend on seeing her present at all our games. GERTRUDE ISABELLE FOSTER “Gert” Gert won basketball fame for two years. She hails from North Leominster where all intel- ligent scholars come from. She is noted for her height. At present she is letting her hair grow (how could she help its growing) so that she may become a frequenter of Massa- chusetts General next fall. 22 MARY LEDGERWOOD FRASER “Mollie” Mary is really a worthy senior, although in size one must count her a freshman. Mollie makes up her deficiency in size however, by being one of our brightest pupils. Her favorite saying seems to be, “My cow!” When she grows up into a school teacher she will have to give up slang. ELEANOR GALLAGHER “Lena” Lena has got it all over everyone as far as the “art of being silent” is concerned. We all know that Eleanor studies a great deal, but when she comes to class, she just won't talk. No hope of putting off your own recitation by having Lena called on first. BRONI GARGULINSKI Among those who came from the big city of Sterling to try their luck at Leominster High School in the fall of 1924, we find Broni. He was one of the unobtrusive members of our class, but we all wish him the best of luck. WILLIAM GAVIN This is William Thomas Gavin, ordinarily known as Cueball because of his ivory-colored pate. Cueball is some little hoofer and he has the most “college” suit in school. Although he is only a little over five feet tall, his big smile and pleasing personality make him one of the big men of our class. KATHERINE BREVOORT GORHAM “Kay” “Of manners gentle and of affections mild.” “Kay” was a keen pursuer of knowledge and a brilliant student of the Commercial Depart- ment. This is the first time the most of us have had our names in print, but Kay beat us to it by writing an article for the L. H. S. News. Keep it up, Kay, you'll beat us all. 23 Va ALFRED WALLACE GOVE “His Heart is in his Work.” Wallace is one of the lights of our class. He is a hard and consistent worker, always achiev- ing that for which he aims. Last year, he won first prize in Competitive Drill. Wallace is not by any means a grind, and sometimes he - does show a gust of humor. CURTIS REGINALD GREENLAW “A modest and well mannered youth.” Curtis, who is better known by the less mu- sical name of Curt (due not to his character, but to a contraction of his full legal title) is well liked by all his classmates. His social activities are limited to one field of endeavor, the Glee Club. EVELYN MARY GREENLAW “It’s the Horrors.” Here we have Evelyn without her Arthur. Don’t be surprised. Evelyn is one of the busiest girls in our school. Collecting English Club dues, Annual Literature, taking part in plays, and vaudeville is how she spends her time. This young lady is quite popular, and has aided in the launching of many new move- ments. JOHN GRUBB Otherwise known as “Johnny,” is a shy re- tiring boy, but nevertheless, a boy of great ability. He is one of the main props under the band and orchestra. We cannot imagine what would become of Kingsbury if he could not depend on Johnny for the answers to his chemistry questions. He is also one of our most noted “trig sharks.” HILDEGARDE LENNEA GUSTAFSON “Sweet, demure, a lovable girl” Hilda is one of our quiet girls, who gets re- sults from her class work. Tuesday morning, during the extra period, she is always helping out some poor unfortunate with his short-hand. Hilda says basketball gives her nice red cheeks. Well, we’re inclined to believe it. 24 PAULINE BROOKS HARNDEN “Pauly” It merely is a shame what a mere type- writer can do to a person! It ean easily cor- rupt one’s language. Pauline takes a fancy to red hair and basket- ball players. It seems as though these iwo traits go together as shown in another case in this class. CLARICE HARRINGTON Sweet and demure! That is Clarice’s stamp. Looks deceive, though; especially in her case. She may be sweet, but demure? Clarice’s favorite pastime is laughing. And it’s a good healthy laugh she possesses, too. Many say she is romantically inclined . . . I wonder why! FRANK EVERETT HARRIS “T don’t get going very often, but when I Comes. !” Everett hails from North Leominster, where they grow ice. He isn’t much of a sheik as yet; but just wait! M. A. C. seems to have attracted Everett; so here’s good luck to him in the future. VIOLA ETHEL HILTZ “Vi” is one of the literary bugs in our high school. It is a relief to have one of her kind in class, after all the “dumb” ones. Though not athletically inclined, she is a loyal sup- porter of all teams. Watch out for Marion, Vi! CLAYTON LUCIUS HODGE “And silence like a poultice comes to heal. the blows of sound.” His highness spends his time in pursuing the English dictionary and slinging it! His accomplishments include balancing teacher’s registers, performing in plays and vaudeville shows, and furnishing amusement for a female of the Library Board. What would we do without our Joke Editor? Here’s to times’ power of shrinkage! 25 u ii Sa ea ary 3 Ss eS Hee FLORENCE HORTON Florence is one of our future film writers. We have great hopes in Florence. Her writ- ings are very realistic and just throbbing with life. She also is a student who especially inclines to history. Her reassuring giggle gur- gles out to raise our dejected spirits. How could we ever do without it? DOROTHY IRELAND “Dot” This young lady is an industrious commer- cial student. Her daily rest is in the sixth period, during which she reads any and all books she can get hold of. Her favorite ex- pression is “the dickens!” DORIS JOHNSON Doris is one of the possessors of that rare shade of Titian hair! It really is very pretty! Doris is a lively typist and can prove it to anyone. Perhaps she will some day, when she gets a position with one of the large Lemon factories of Shirley. ELEANOR JOHNSON Eleanor is another one of our rather quiet girls, but this has not interfered with her good work on the News Staff and in the Wel- fare Department. Many scared freshmen have faced her but they all come out of the De- partment room with a smile. Girls like you make good teachers, Eleanor. VIVIAN JOHNSON Vivian may mean “vivacious,” but our Viv- ian proves an exception to the rule. She is in- deed so quiet as to sometimes deserve the “Speak louder, please” of the teachers. Vivian hopes to become a school teacher. We know the children will like her. 26 DOROTHY JOHNSTON Dorcthy, “Dot” for short, is one of our quiet girls. She hails from North Leominster, and is never seen without Milly, her North Leominster pal. Here’s to Dot, the white-gowned nurse of future years. ADELAIDE JONES A ddy” Here is a happy girl and a smart student of economics. For the future, she has no fear. Studies are mere trifles to her. Her intentions are numerous. College may be her goal for a time. RUTH JONES “Jonsey” How nice Ruth always looked! She took an important part in the Senior Play. As far as her intentions go, she would like to attend Miss Wheelock’s school, but she has a habit of changing her mind very often. Ruth pos- sesses an undying love for over-shoes! (?) Here’s looking at you! CARMELA JULIAN Demure, sweet and (shy)? is Carmela. Her smile has caused many a heart to skip. We hope that she will not be too severe with her dear children when she has completed her course at Fitchburg Normal. We wonder whether she prefers the Essex to the Ford! MARGARET MARY KILLELEA Silence may be golden sometimes, but there are times when it is unwise. Margaret is one of our younger members, and perhaps is shy. Let us hope that she recovers her speech be- fore she teaches the children in the grades. 27 EDITH M. KIPP “Kippy” Edith was the blonde “Peggy” in the Senior Play. Vl bet everyone remembers her! With- out a doubt someone will profit by her services as a typist. We hope she lands a good posi- tion. Take it easy, Kip, you'll live longer. EDWARD KNEELAND “Eddy” Eddy is a lad of Sterling character. He is noted for his musical ability. Passing by his house at any time of day, you are liable to hear sounds that more than resemble a cat fight. De not be alarmed; it is only Eddy doing his stuff on his piccolo, as he does it in the band and orchestra. His ambition is to become a great pitcher. HILDEGARDE KRAMME “Hilda” Hilda makes ’em sit up and take notice in German. And not only in German! She has a way of getting A’s from teachers that do not ordinarily give them. We hope she'll be as successful in college. She is likewise one of our best artists. BEATRICE ELIZABETH LAMB “Been Though she is quite blunt and plain spoken at times, we who are better acquainted with her, know that she is ever a sure friend. She did not enter many of the activities of the school, but attained a high standard in her studies. She epects to enter Normal School in the fall. Can’t you just picture her as a prim school ma’am in 1931? JOSEPH LANZA I hayes Who does not know Joe? A fine sport is Joe in every way. A four letter man, a musician, a “Lewie” and above all—a fine fellow. Joe is not so very backward and shy where girls are concerned. He is not a very studious fel- low, but some way or other managed to get by. Above all else, Joe is some guy! 28 EILEEN MARY LAVIN “Mother says men are deceivers. ” This is how we account for Eileen’s bashfulness. We never saw her speak to a boy and we don't think she ever looked at ome. There is a penalty for disturbing Eileen. as her blush is liable to set the building on fire. She has it trained so that it exactly matches Brick’s hair. CATHERINE AGNES LAVIN “Don't be foolish” Catherine is the sweetest little girl on the “Plains Her hair isnt red: its auburn. Catherine ought to be able to break a few records new that she has had so much prac- tice in running for the 8.05 bus every morning. What a cute little “school ma’am” Catherine will make. HAZEL AGNES MacDONALD “Oh, those eyes!” Hazel. though gifted with no nickname, sug- sests the owner of many (unknown io the public). Just imagine! She is the typewriting “ehamp of the school. Maybe its because she is such a wonderful piano player. But really, she isnt what her initials sug- gest! Hazel likes feotball players, toe. Don't you, Hazel? RACHEL HOOPER MacDONALD “Ray “Its the berries.” “Whos that demure little lass running areund the corner toward Room 11?” “Oh, that’s our friend Ray, the little forward en the B. B. S. Shes some basketball player. “Say, but didnt she help Izzy at Fitchburg. Thanksgiving Day. though?” Ray is some girl: youve get to admit it. She ean dance and she can play the piano like a whiz—Ask Grady about that. SAUNDERS MacLANE “Sandy” “What's that? “Here cemes that walking automobile again. Wouldnt you think that Sandy would slow up fer a while to get his breath?” “I hear the News is growing.” “Se’s the editor: his brains can’t expand much mere, unless his head gets larger so that this member can control the expansion. Saunders, go to the head of the class, but dent take your fiddle.” HARRY MacNEVIN In other words, “Royal Mickey Osgood Ivan MacNevin!” This isn’t really his name, but his kind friends bestowed these beautiful gifts upon him so that they might make his name larger if they couldn’t his stature. As joke editor of the News he was the proverbial “hit.” Here’s to your growth, Harry! HUBERT PATRICK MAGUIRE “Mac? “Mugsy” “Mugsy,” one of the boys who likes red-heads, is one of our star football and baseball players. He made a name for himself in the football world by his work in the backfield. He also played on the basketball team for two years. BERNARD McCARTHY “Pete” “Pete” is a famous basketball player, (when he gets started). He is a buddy of our hu- merous Harry and we can safely say that the pair are very well matched as to character, if not length! Pete never thought so much of the girls but—give him time. EILEEN McCARTHY “Ellen” Where did she get that laugh? It is a shame we don’t have laughing contests. How she would shine! Ellen has won fame, not only for her laugh, but for her ability as a reader and a conscientious student. She is an authority on history and we know she will shine in college. ALICE McDONNELL Alice, who would be known anywhere just as well by the name of “Mac” has been with us for four years. Just lately she has suc- cumbed to the fashion of “boyish bobs.” We wonder how a certain person in Clinton likes it. 30 EDWARD McINERNY “Eddy” Merry and plump! That’s Eddy! He has quite a pleasing voice and uses it to great advantage with the Boys’ Glee Club. He took an important part in the operetta given by the clubs and music classes. Although he is a Senior, he takes great interest in the Freshman class. No questions! EDWARD MERCIER “Eddie” is one of our quiet chaps who is following the Commercial Course. He _ has only been with us a little over a year but we are glad to have his name on our graduating list. DOMINIC WILLIAM MONTAGNA “His achievements are many.” “Monty” belongs to the Boys’ Glee Club and judging from his voice we surmise he is the best singer among them. Its not only the Glee Club that hears his voice. Many of our industrious students hear it in class. “Monty” ought to make a good cop. He’s always walking a beat down the corridor. MARGARET LOUISE MORAN “A genius in all she undertakes.” Margaret boasts no nickname. She is one of the quietest girls in our class and an ex- cellent scholar. Margaret always has an an- swer ready when all the rest of us have given up. She is planning to be a teacher and we all know she will be a good one. MARION EVELYN MORSE “Laughter is her greatest asset.” “Gecrgie” is always smiling. We like it though. She and “Vi’ are ever together and they have been christened the “Two Insepar- ables.” Although “Georgie” never went in for ath- letics, she beats everybody in the 100-yard dash to the lunch counter. “Georgie’s” motto is “Smilin? Thru.” 31 MARY MULLEN Mary is prominent in athletics and is one of our star basketball players. “I’m not a bit interested,” is Mary’s attitude and usual an- swer. She really works if interested in a ate but she likes fun almost a bit too well. PAULINE FRANCES O’BRIEN This girl, Ketter Known as “Fanny” or “Farmer” is a great lover of music; most every evening you will find Pauline at home prac- tising on her violin. As a skiier, Fanny is unsurpassed. Her favorite expression is “Did he say anything about me?” The most im- portant name of Pauline’s vocabulary is “Mac.” JOSEPHINE O’7DONNELL om Jo, as we all know, comes from The Village, and believes in taking her time mornings in coming to school. After she does get here, most of her time is taken up getting the jani- tors to help her find her belongings. MILDRED LOUISE OLSON Mildred believes that one should be seen and not heard. She is one of the quietest girls of L. H. S., but in her own circle of friends she is quite jolly. Mildred is clever in her studies; especially shorthand and bookkeeping. We are in hopes she will be someone’s stenog- rapher soon. BENJAMIN PINDER “Ben” We all wonder if Ben will take any more midnight rides to Connecticut, falling asleep on his desk the day following the ride. One of his teachers hopes not! Why does Ben like green things? It cer- tainly isn’t because he is that himself! Ask Norma! 32 WILLIAM POLLEY Bil is seen quite often coming out of the Library during school hours. French Hill seems to be Bill’s favorite abiding place; I wonder what the attractions are on French Hill and in the Library! “Aw, shut up, I know what I’m doing,” says Bill. RAYMOND QUINN “Duffy” Raymond is one of the boys from North Leominster who excels in athletics, being captain of baseball in ’24 and half-back on the victorious football team of °’25. Besides this he has made his letter in basketball. Ray is small, but as the saying goes, “he is all quality, not quantity.” ISABELLE RICHARDS Isabelle is known better as “Queenie” by a few members of Leominster High. She also hails from that place called Sterling. Be- ware of Isabelle and don’t disturb her thoughts unless you wish a sharp reprimand. Her mind works quickly in framing such remarks as might be called for at such occasions. IRENE LETITIA REEVES “Renie”’ Most of Irene’s acquaintances think Irene modest and retiring—well—most of the time, but you’d be surprised! Anyway she’s demure and lovable; we’ll agree on that. In her Fresh- man year she calmly helped herself to the first prize in Algebra. That is only one sample of her high scholarship through the four years. When the Senior Girls’ Club was formed she was chosen president. Irene is planning to go to normal school. If she is as popular with her pupils as she is in school, she will surely be successful. EMILY NORMA ROSE “Rosy” Emily became a member of our class at the beginning of her junior year, coming to Leo- minster High from the Girls’ English High, of Boston. She is a member of our celebrated English Club and Glee Club. Next winter Miss Rose is planning to go to Miami, Florida, with relatives. ALBERT FRANCIS RUGG “Sarah” Mr. Rugg is a celebrated milk man, and oh, what a sheik! You should see him strut his stuff with the milk bottles. Albert should make a very fine traffic cop because he has had much (?) experience at his Alma Mater. Here’s to you, old man. ESTHER MARY RUSSELL, Esther is one of our industrious ‘students, though one doesn’t find her giving any volun- tary speeches. Her one favorite exclamation is “Gee!” If one looks hard at the honor list, Esther’s name might be found. She hopes to become a school teacher, and we wish her the best of success in her profession. EVA ST. CYR “Eve” One of the prettiest members of our class -as you may judge from her picture, and one of the most popular. Eva is a great center. You should see her play basketball. Miss St. Cyr will make someone an excellent stenog- rapher for she wields a wicked typewriter. We wish you success, happiness and wealth ($). WAYNE SCHELL “Gol Darn” A man of actions rather than words. He has played basketball for two years and rose to dizzy heights as a pole vaulter on last year’s track team. He was also a member of our “Victorious Football Team” of 1926. More- over he served as secretary of the English Club. ARTHUR FRANCIS SEWELL ATES “Art” is a three letter man, being captain of the basketball team. quarter-back on the football team, and outfielder-captain of the baseball team. He was elected the best all around player for two years. He is also a captain in L, H. S. Cadet Corps. Watch out for the women! 34 GERTRUDE JANE SHANNON “Jane” Gert is one of the merriest and jolliest girls in the class of “26. When we're feeling blue we seek Gert’s merry tongue and ready wit. If youre looking for Gert and can’t find her, take a glance at the corridor by room 12 and youll see her with Joe. HAROLD SILAS SHUMWAY “Shummy” “Shummy,” the kid! He sure takes the prize for sarcasm! Ask his victims! This most honorable member of our beloved class played football as an end. Owing to his illness, he could not take part in the basketball con- tests this winter. Don’t mind the rain, Shummy. EVELYN LOUISE SMITH “Eve” “Thy modesty is a candle to thy merit.” Eve probably isn’t as quiet as most of us think; for you know, we should never judge a book by its cover. It is a pleasure to have a member of our class who is of her kind. ISADORE ALEXANDER SOLOMAN vo “Tzzy” Our contortionist cheer leader and vaude- ville artist! A human contraption of a happy disposition and care-free nature! That’s Izzy! One always knew when Izzy was coming down the corridor; he would either yell or stage- whisper, “Whinya!” or “Hip, Hip!” Keep your feet on the ground, old thing! SAMUEL WILLIAM SOLOMON “Sammy” Sammy, the Sheik, is a shrewd business man. He has had much experience in planning sell- ing campaigns during the football seasons and sports a silver football. We understand that Solomon is some history shark, having starred in History I. Sammy likes the front seat. No chance there for teacher’s pet! 35 ELIOT STUART Yea! Another Sterlingite! Silence is said to work wonders in this world; it has yet to “do its stuff” on Eliot. He was not gifted with that “tongue wrangling act” that most of his classmates have. Time will tell, though! Stand by, Seniors, and take it all in! ROGER SHERMAN TAFT “Taffy” He is of Sterling value—slow but sure. He joined us in 1924—to continue where Sterling High left off. Our Taffy does like to toot his sax in the band. He indulged in a little foot- ball as captain of the Senior Eleven. ALICE TISDALE Modesty is one of the best of virtues if it is not found in excess. Alice has served L. H. S. in many ways but few realize it. She was one of the Leonine editors and was chosen as a member of the Honor Society. THELMA TOWNSEND “Thel” During her four years with us she has pur- sued the Commercial Course and is going to make some man a wonderful bookkeeper (?) Although quiet and shy, she has a will and has made her way in our bookkeeping class and brightened it with her smile. GEORGE WAGNER The boy with the flaming hair! Also the boy with the galloping Ford! The champion racing driver of the world has nothing on George, he tears down the street on two wheels, with that flivver of his. Candy stores have a special attraction for him. Why? Guess! 36 ALBINA MARY WALSH cor a Al was always joking. L. H. S. never saw her except with a smile to brighten things up. If you lose Al, just ask Gert where she is. They are two inseparables. Although she took the Commercial Course, we never saw her study much, but she got there just the same. PAUL WHITE The services which this Cadet Captain, News’ Business Manager, and Student Chairman has performed for Leominster High School are too numerous to mention. We almost forgot to remember that he has a “corker” voice which may be heard in the Boys’ Glee Club and Male Quartette. HELEN MARION WALCOTT The variable list of accomplishments that this blonde lady possesses would almost choke a dictionary. She is the competent editor of this book and leader in literary circles, espe- cially the English Club. She always tops the girls on the honor roll. Let’s hope such suc- cess will always follow her. ANNA WILDER The winsome lass from Sterling! She might as well be called an errand girl, since she de- livers cards to be presented at the door of the office for detention. She’s either giggling or laughing when she isn’t sober. Anna Wilder has never been seen “cutting up,” but we'll bet she does in her local haunts. HELEN WILFERT No, she isn’t Helen of Troy, but our own quiet and sedate Helen of the Commercial De- partment. What if she should “bob” her hair and lose her glasses? Even Evelyn wouldn't know her then. 37 ALBERT C. WOOD “W oodsy” “Woodsy” has not gone into many activities of the school as he has spent his extra time in useful labor. For a fair guess we would say some of Albert’s amusements have been movies and girls. RUTH HOYT WOODS “Laugh and the world laughs with you,” is true in the case of Ruth. She is a student in the Commercial Course, and has successfully passed her High School career, although she has had to miss a part of her senior year. 38 Chronicles of the Class of 1926 On a September morn in ”22 When all was calm and still, A blissful band of bright, young children Came trooping up the hill. Cohen they chose as commander-in-chief With Cutter as his aid; While Harry, the smallest of the troopers, To bear the safe was bade. The flag they flew was of a purple hue, Their spirits—staunch and true. And when tuey reached the school, its inmates cried: “Ho! Ho! Here’s something new.’ While dances and parties and all such things Were still above our heads, Baseball, and basketball, football and track, Quite filled the young one’s packs. As Sophs, with Cohen marching in the lead— MacNevin close behind. Then Edward Brady with his brawny arm Did hold the safe entwined. Ever in school, on team, or council board Our standards increased each year. We gave a merry picnic, too, beside Fort Pond’s biue waters clear. As Juniors, Brady was our President. He served his class full well; While Cohen and Secretary Casev Aided him our worth to swell. The Junior Dance marked our social debut, A dance beyond compare; Spring brought with it one picnic more—and then Paul White to fill the student chairman’s chair. 59 Summer was coming, And with it, vacation; But away beyond that, We sensed a sensation. For when we returned, Seniors we'd be. And ’twouldn’t be long °Till commencement we'd see. And now ’twas the fall of our very last year. We returned home from Fitchburg with a cheer! The L. H. S. News did feature the game— Saunders and Helen helped spread our fame Both far and near! When February came around Then to the polls we went. We made Ed. Brady our Class President, To the council to be sent. While Pete became Vice-President— Bernard’s his other name. Harry Royal Osgood, As Secretary reached the Hall of Fame. Now next we launched the Leonine, A book for all of you; For which our Helen with her trusty staff Has worked both hard and true. Our Christmas Dance and “Seven Chances” Gave all a gay, good time. A senior Girl’s club, too, we’ve formed— I’ve almost finished my rime. True Historians, we’re told, must state Bald facts, not praise nor blame. So here we end our trail—’Tis yours to say How blazed—with fame or shame. 40 + lizabeth Billings _ rennet Scan Edward Brady : i SRLS oncese iain History of the Class of ’27 THE ABSORBING AND REMARKABLE HISTORY OF Pee le Deb Jo CASS, JR: - Frank James Irving Jeremiah Patrick Dennis Edward Edgar John Class, Jr., commonly known as the Junior Class, was born in Leominster, Massachusetts, September the fourth, in the Year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and twenty- three. He was a delicate child at first, in fact so timid that his parents feared for him; but he soon became sturdy and sophisticated enough to be able to face Mrs. What’s-her-name, née Miss Seaver, without feeling a profound desire to sink through the floor. In fact, he so increased in valor as to be able to say “Yes” and “No” to the august Mr. Smith. By the end of the first term he had acquired sufficient courage to contribute to the now defunct Magnet a few stories, showing the splendid effects of THE ONE AND ONLY, GREATEST METHOD EVER USED COMPOSITION PILLS FOR BABY. In these early years he had not reached his present gay and debonair state of mind. Then, being extremely callow, he did his Work beautifully and blissfully reveled in the resulting Marks, which he would have appreciated much more, had he known what was impending. Later he progressed to the accomplishment of giving a Dance. In this period he began to pay less attention to duty than he had in his young and tender years. Some time afterwards, he even achieved the heights of a PICNIC, which was a gorgeous affair, worthy only of Frank James Irving Jeremiah Patrick Dennis Edward Edgar John Class, Jr. Some time ago he was awarded the honor of leading the celebration of Leominster’s first football victory over Fitchburg in fifteen years. Only re- cently he issued an entire number of the L. H. 5. News, which needs no praise, since it stands upon its own lofty Monoosnock of merit. Now, in the midst of his Adolescence, he is showing signs of becoming a Genius, and many people promise a brilliant Future for him. 43 Lc6l AO SSV'ID Class of ’27 Ralph Allen Dorothy Barker Robert Barrett Rena Basque Laura Beaulieu Maude Benson Harold Benton Leslie Blomberg John Bonner James Boyle Izora Brackett Howard Brackett Josephine Burchstead William Burns Bernard Butler Francis Caisse Marion Comerford Willard Corliss Helen Crimmins Emma Dionne Eugene Dix Arlene Douglas Chester Dividio Alice Doyle Marjorie Doyle Ethel Dunklee Dorothy Dupee Mildred Elliot Harold Enright Eugene Gaffney Florence Gage Walter Gage Dorothy Gardner James Garrity Clarence Gaw Mary Geoghegan Abbott Giddings Gustaf Gilberg Leonard Gillis Margaret Golder Francis Grady Ruth Greenlaw Pauline Grimes Evelyn Harper Harland Harvie Arthur Hills George Holland Edith Howson 45 Lewis Hull Edward Jackman Elmer Johnson Hortense Janelle Gwendolyn Johnson Ralph Kirkpatrick Anita Lambert Francis Lawton Mary Lundigan Marion MacArthur Roderick Macdonald Paul Maguire Doris McCaffrey Mary McCrann John McHugh Agnes Mercier Lawrence Nye Walter O’Brien Elsie Oldham Pauline Orr Irene Page Eugene Pelletier Mabel Pennery Beatrice Petherick Gertrude Pinard Josephine Ray Lillian Regan Bernard Richards Kenneth Richardson Thornton Ricker Evelyn Scullane Carmen Simard Ruth Smith Louis Stein Arthur Stuart Catherine Sullivan Raymond Tatro Charles Taylor Waino Thompson Frederick Tierney Herman Tilly Agnes Todd Joseph Toolin Charles Wheeler Blair Whitney Pauline Wilfert Joseph Woods Elizabeth Wright Sir Roger Looks Gs Ober The other day as I was hastening along the corridor | bumped into an odd gentleman. I stopped, I stared, I demanded, “Who in time are you?” “Shh!” he implored, “I am Sir Roger de Coverley, by special permissio: allowed to visit Leominster High School.” Being a “News-ish” person I per- suaded him to write his impressions. Here they are: “T was conducted about by Mr. Willard Corliss, president of the class of °27, who volunteered to present me to his class-mates. Not only his delightful manners but also his appearance made a great impression on me. He had the most marvelous curls I have ever seen, not even excepting pictures of native African tribesmen. “The first gentleman to whom I was introduced was a Mr. Kirkpatrick who was writing what appeared to be Chinese. Next I met a young lady who apparently believes in emulating her “Seniors.” Therefore, although Mr. Corey is not a member of the class of ’27, I was obliged to meet him. “T am still unconvinced that I was not in some way hypnotized when pre- sented to the Junior track candidate. I have never beheld longer limbs on any member of the human species. Another athletic star whom I met was Mr. Blom- berg, who, I am told, makes up a large part of the football team. My somewhat ageing eyesight rendered it dificult to see Miss Harper but I am told a certain Junior is not so troubled as I. My next port of call, the Junior French class, proved that since my day, French pronunciation has radically altered; for never in my life did | hear anyone speak French as Mr. Harry Bell. “During a session of the fifth period English class, I discovered a young gentleman who should be elected to the United States Senate, because of his ability to bring up subjects for investigation. This class also includes Mr. Bar- rett, who believes in conservation of energy, particularly when studying English, Miss Mildred Elliot, known as “Buddy our budding poet,” and Mr. Wright, who enjoys playing with an assortment of gay colored squares of cloth. The next young ladies whom I had the honor of meeting were M. Lundigan and Miss Betty Wright, who gave me a new impression of modern haircuts. I also “heard” Mr. Rosie O’Grady. “The class in American History was made most delightful by a young lady, Miss Dorothy Gardner. Mr. Corliss conducted me next to the gymnasium where a class of girls was being instructed in physical training. I am of the opinion that the gym floor ought to be improved, for Miss MacArthur, another member of the class, had rather a disastrous contact with some penetrating slivers. “When I entered the drawing class, Miss Ruth Smith, whom I saw doing many things in gym with her feet, was convulsed with mirth. I asked to be per- mitted to share the joke. She begged me to look at Miss Ricker’s and Miss Lawton’s drawing of a leaf. In the library I was presented to Mr. Charles Wheeler, who asked me to excuse him while he signed some slips. Likewise I was presented to Mr. Abbott Giddings, “busy” business manager of the News and jazz band conductor. I was not sure what the last occupation is. “As my time was now almost up, I was obliged to forego the pleasure of meeting the rest of the class, and thanking Mr. Corliss, most heartily, I left.” 46 SOR ACES Frances Caisse Mary Geoghegan Eimer Johnson History of Class of 1928 Our class entered Leominster High as Freshmen in the autumn of the year 1924; the class total amounting to 202 pupils, surpassing that of the other classes. Our first day at High School was one of great excitement. It seemed so strange to be in this large building with a great throng of boys and girls running here and there; we felt like small fish in a large pond. It was quite a treat to be called Mr. and Miss, and it gave one a grown-up feeling to be part of the student government. We were soon summoned to the Assembly Hall by Mr. Smith, while he read what seemed an endless list of things that we should and shouldn’t do, but now that we have been here for a year, we’ve quite forgotten such trifles. Before we knew it, it was time for class elections and we wondered who would be the best ones for the various offices. Finally, after much consideration, we voted for Paul Lyon for president, who proved to be a very able one. We also had a very excellent representative to the council, William Hirst. There were no other officers. Our class was represented in the orchestra, where sixteen of them played various instruments. We were more prominent than most Freshmen are, being included in many High School affairs, especially plays. As the boys were just starting sports, many participated, but few were prominent. It was now near- ing the end of the year and the tests were fast approaching, but we passed these dangers and were proud of Carl Lyons and Esther Davis, who won the Algebra prizes. As sophomores we numbered only 153. Paul Lyon was reelected president; Esther Davis was chosen for vice president; Evelyn Howe for secretary and treasurer, and William Hirst again chosen for representative to the council. Two of the sophomore dramatists gave readings in Assembly one day, Dorothy Reynolds and Irma Skinner. We also had three of our dramatists, Alice Ruby, Oralie Balcom and John Joyce, in a play in Assembly Hall, which proved very amusing. During the eventful Fitchburg game, a sub, Wallace Whitney, from our class, was put in the game. He received a gold football. McPhee and Gamache are letter men and Erick Montonen has been successful in track. Muriel Kingsbury and Janet Porter are sophomore stars in basketball; in fact, our class of girls won the basketball championship. The sophomores on the “News” staff are Paul Lyon, assistant athletic editor, Dorothy Reynolds, associate editor, and John Joyce, assistant literary editor. Janet Porter is a reporter for the “News.” In short, our two years’ record has proved us loyal supporters of L. H. 5S. in all its activities. As for the future—we shall leave that for future Leonines to chronicle. 49 CLASS OF 1928 Doris Allen Francis Andrews __ Cecilia Ashe Ida Austin Oralea Baleom Albert Bell Helen Belerose Lester Benton George Berry Jeannette Bertrand Adrian Bourdon Sylvia Bourne Harold Boyden Norman Boyden - Margaret Boyle Ruth Brooks Rodger Brown William Burns Helen Cahill Annette Cantin Eunice Carter Lois Carter Joseph Celli Irene Chandler Beverly Classon Helen Cobleigh Bernice Coleman Eugene Crawley Gilbert Cressey Wayne Damon Eteila Dauphenais Esther Davis Norma Davis Amando De Carolis Madeline DePelteau William Derosier Elizabeth Doherty a 4 Class of ’28 51 So ewnin Arthur Dolan May Dolan Audrey Donaldson Elizabeth Doyle Charles Dufort Bruce Earl Walter Edstrom Leo Enright George Falk Helen Farwell Philip Federici Edith Foster Morton Foster Beth Hortense Frechette Reynold Geer Frances Gerrie Grace Gillis Sadie Gillis Simon Gillis Margaret Gillooly Frazee Lorraine Harris Charles Hazzard Irene Hebert Charlotte Hess Gladys Hicks William Hirst Arthur Holland Gertrude Houde Evelyn Howe Joseph Ingram Alfred Jalbert Russel Jenna Violet Johnson John Joyce Doris Kent Lester Kimball Doris King Muriel Kingsbury Myrtle Kipp Thusnelde Kramme Domiceles Kwayaskas Marie LaChapelle Gertrude Landers Isebel Lynch Norma Lynch Carl Lyon Paul Lyon Evelyn McMillan Alice Marquis Dorothy Maxim Genevieve McCrann Francis McHugh Eugene McManus Malcolm McPhee Marie Mercier Doris Mercier Eugene Mercier Frances Merithew Evelyn Mitchell Eric Montonen Cecile Morin Evelyn Morse Myrtle Morse Earl Nutter 52 SE renin Felix O’Keefe Arthur Pike Raymond Piper Dorothy Plastridge Janet Porter Bertha Poulson Mary Putnam Thomas Reddy Dorothy Reynolds Fred Richardson Dorothy Rouisse Alice Ruby Geraldine St. George Francis Scanlon Dorothy Scanlon Jeanne Simard Irma Skinner Katherine Smith Agnes Sullivan Frances Sullivan Rhoda Sullivan Henry Surrette Ina Thompson Laura Townsend Anna Turner Richard Ward Ethelyn Watson Barbara Whittier Ruth Worthen “TOM prey ATLO op 9M Yyoryah YUM [Bez 10j ST 7, ‘g0ueseid ano Aofua edoy aM WLOYM 6 . nod AO} SI I% yom Ano UT SV jo Aqyryuenb umouyun ‘shem outydaz ‘au AB A JAW CAE mq “OTA ‘asinod =—s« 0 sutures ul LOT st i you s,948 =] MT ip “Uses Ul opted ysnoyiye LOT Sai jo dad Bpoyy 10; st sroayoroay suotrys onb TOyJ St Q §.94 19q AT[Oq 10J st 19Y, UL JOIMS a4} to} st Xv ay} YIM te Ome Bart you st 9ys ONE BSE AN soromoydog ———- sq A Ze Zoli 19q noad TiO age La | vB you 8,04 Ue OU Ue tar u RJOT) BOOT) 241 YIIoM Ma = O12 ud pieyg oy ‘ATO, 10U FO Asean Of —doerTs os ‘vaTeagd 10; ST O “SBPULULOD yNOYIM —Sy[PI oyM BULIOKT 10s ST NI ‘yoeRUIs poos ev sayIT OYM PPI, TOF ST W ‘deyo opt avop ev ‘ooT Of SL T ‘AYSUTULOST 0} otUvO oy ‘Aysoy LO] St ¥ ‘90I0A Jooms ATOA vB sey oYyM vodor IOjJ osye pure jourr 1.) )aees cee |, ‘rgumiinbs eB soys Joq nod BPULIT IOJ SI (p Sexi ysed oy] ur s,oymM as U9}10 FT TOeeS Lay] SHIY Ua 4 ey 8,948 yuryt IM eA por) a HOT TST 4) ssopivey OS pure QOTITJ OS —x1]9,J DOT Ta ay tajsof 944 IIYIS LOJ SI W “IOT 9y1 Jo jsoyreus 94} ‘10q] AOJ SIT G ‘aqno pue Snoryneos os “prey 10y ST 899 p 9yt SOSTRI oymM JOLIE 10; ST A—.. Us qure,, oy} sey OM “VoI[VW 1OJ st W 53 Muriel Kingsbury. “Alice Ruby 14 ee? “al History of the Class of ’29 Time—June, 1926. Place—Boston Confectionery Store. The Freshmen twins, Ham and Eggs, are seated at a small table in the rear. “IT ain’t a Freshman no more, no more,” sang Ham, “but I shall never forget that hectic year. Do you remember that awful first day, Eggsie, old boy?” “Yes,” Eggsie answered, reminiscently. Then he cried out enthusiastically, “Let’s have a good old gab-fest, and see how many of those good times we can remember.” “O. K. with me,” Ham replied, “speaking of that first day, though, just nice and fresh. Easy picking for those high and mighty Seniors and those highly educated Juniors; though really the only thing their head is full of is emptiness. But let us dispense with such TRIFLES. Well, anyway, after we had taken the elevator a couple of times, we found ourselves, and before we knew it, we were all acquainted with the many different teachers and departments, especially the Welfare Department. “Then the prides of the Freshman Class, Fat Starret and Peachy Andrews, went out for football, and by dint of hard work and courageous endeavor man- aged to get the enviable position of wiping the sweat off the footballs.” “Well,” Egegsie exclaimed, “it’s not everyone that can do that!” “Yes,” interrupted Ham, “and then we elected Stanwood Tuttle and Dot Flinton as our president and delegate for the first half year; Ruth Anderson and Marty Moran for the next. But say, do you remember how Moonie Borrks be- came Mr. Gildea’s accomplice? He thought he could develop Moonie, the sheik, (reg’lar asphalt arab,) into a football player. “Well,” replied Eggsie, “I see how our Freshman Literary Editor, Marion Smith, plans to enter the movies. Ill bet she could be a wonderful wheel in the “Covered Wagon!” “Speaking of movies,” interrupted Ham, “do you remember Ruth Hend- rickson and Dorothea McEvoy in the Leonine Vaudeville?” “And all the Freshmen chorus girls as Spanish beauties in the Operetta?” replied Ham. “All in all it wasn’t such a bad year.” “And most of us are sophomores, anyway,” added Eggsie. The Freshmen, after inhaling Gedunk Sundaes with much gusto and en- thusiasm, left the room, so we will say “good-bye.” 55 661 AO SSV'ID No SY. ef, Bey Tl ome by oid Class of ’29 Ruth Algier Frank Allard Phyllis Allen Lucille Allison Ruth Anderson Charles Baker Henry Baldwin Helen Barker Catherine Bell Isabelle Bellefueille Helen Bentley Eugene Bergeron Dorothy Blood Helen Boissoneau Pearl Booth Bernard Bouvier Katherine Boyden Marion Breado Samuel Britton Leroy Brooks Alfred Brosseau Alfred Burnap Lillian Carignan Clarence Carter John Carter Richard Caswell Howard Chase Elizabeth Christoforo Elverton Clark Harold Cogswell Harry Coleman Gladys Congdon George Cook Barbara Croff Pauline Crosby Earl Crossman Alice Cutter Mildred Davies George Day Raymond Day Roland DeBonville Leo Dipino Catherine Doherty Louise Doyle Leonard Duval Angela Despotopulos Gerado Farinelli 57 David Faulkenham Richard Fitzgerald Dorothy Flinton Regina Fournier Albert Frye John Foley Harold Freel Leo Gallagher Maurice Gaetz Albert Gamache Kathleen Geary Christina Gillis Dorothy Gilmore Beatrice Glidden Delor Goguen Joseph Goodale Katherine Grimley Gunhild Gustafson Mildred Haley Howard Hamel Hazel Harvie Thornton Hatfield Alfred Hemingway Ruth Henricksen Albert Heustis Francis Hildreth Clarence Hiltz Flora Holman Dorothy Howard Emile Johnson Gladys Johnson Gustaf Johnson Roscoe Johnson Frank Jones Eleanor Kane Doris Keefe Edward Kendall Mildred Kendall John Keville Roger King Dorothy Kirby Elsie Kennedy Blanche LaFleur Julian Lanza Arlene Laprade Paul Loughlin Emmet Lavin Madeline Lavin Francis Lavoie Ernest Leblane George Lavallee Doris Lister Joseph Love Betty Lovell Arthur Lord Francis Landry Ruth Lavin Helen Macdonald Margaret Macdonald James Marino Gloria Martel Bernard Martin Evelyn Mason Winifred McCarty Beatrice MceCrann Dorothea McEvoy Mary McHugh Raymond McManus John McWhinnie Lucy Moccaldy Marion Monnis Daniel Mahan Patsy Marino Arthur Murphy Irene Metivier Alton Mead Irene Melanson Etta Millin Elizabeth Moran Martin Moran Blanche Morse Madeline Murphy Thomas Murphy Helen Noon Dorothy Noble Eileen O’Connell Francis Oldham Arthur Olson Martin O’Mealey Grace Parker Alexander Paul Gordon Phillips Garland Pierce Hazel Pierce Vera Pierce Robert Pike 58 Evano Pinard Frederick Pinder George Poultney George Quarrell Theresa Queenan Blanche Richard Errol Richardson Ruth Richardson Elton Ricker Rachel Robbins Albert Rodgers Garland Russell Katherine Ryan Elmer Sanborn Hazel Sangster Beulah Saunders Waldo Saunders Mary Scanlon George Schofield Frederick Seaver Gabriele Simard Durward Smith Emily Smith Marion Smith Elizabeth Starrett Reuben Stein Anna Sullivan Alice Surrette Lecpold Thibeaudeau Esther Thomas Edward Thomas Leon Tisdale Leroy Tucker Charles Turks Royal Turner Stanwood Tuttle Josephine Walsh Florence Wass Helen Wass Alice Watson Helen Weaver Cecil Wedge Leonard Whitney Emerson Willard Lorraine Willoughby Mildred Witt Robert Wright Phyllis Wyman Carroll York Creasure Jsland—1926 “We'll find the treasure just as easy, without working so hard,” leered Easy Silver to his two eager companions. “They ll perhaps get away better than we,” retorted Slippery Hands. “AJl hands on deck,” came the Principal’s command. After much pulling and tugging, they anchored off the island where the treasure of units and points had been hidden. “Go back and stay aboard the ship to guard our getaway,” whispered “Easy” Silver to one of his companions when he got a chance. Meanwhile Worky Hawkins and his worthy advisers and helpers landed and began to look around. “There’s Fort Merit; that’ll be a safeguard against any danger that may come,” called Hawkins to the few he knew he could trust. When they were established in Fort Merit, the “pirates” lost all patience with the workers in the treasure search. They b egan to skirmish with spit balls and other devices to divert the attention of those who were striving to hold Fort Merit. However, the workers had some protection from the fort itself. The reports from deten- tion slips also helped them out. Worky, after working steadily in the camp for awhile, decided to start on a more adventurous search for the treasure. After he had traversed a month or two without success, however, he turned toward camp. While walking along, he came upon a small birch-bark canoe named Afternoon Sessions and immediately decided to go to the ship to get some much needed help. He rowed to the ship and climbed aboard where he saw Hands and Shirking both struggling in a deadly combat. A shot was fired and Shirking fell dead. Picking him up as if he were a sack, Hands threw him overboard. As Shirking fell, the knife which he still clutched cut the anchor rope, and Worky was set adrift in the company of Hands. Hands, thinking his work done, dropped the gun. Worky immediately pounced on it and raised it to a level with Hands’ chest while his own heart played leap-frog with his liver. “Now you'll steer north, keeping close to shore till we find a suitable land- ing place,” cried Worky, his voice tense with fear and excitement. Trembling, Hands walked to the wheel, then attacked Worky, who was off his guard. After a short, but terrible struggle, Worky gained possession of his gun and cast Hands overboard. A little later he spied a safe inlet and landed the ship, but while returning to camp he was taken prisoner by the pirates. While in the enemy’s camp he heard a group of men talking. “Well, we have the map. Now we'll get the treasure,” said one. “Don’t you think it funny they gave it to us?” added another. “Naw, they just got tired of working,” answered the first. The next morning Worky was tied securely and led along on the hunt. At noon they reached the spot indicated on the map as holding the treasure. Alas, it was not there. “Well, what do you think of that?” cried Easy Silver. “Bang! Bang!” came the report of guns in answer. Turning, the pirates saw that they were cornered by the Workers, but put up a valiant fight until all but Silver were killed. Taking pity on him, the Workers gave him a small part of the units and set him to shift for himself, as a second year freshman. 9 og BS | | PAUL WHITE Student Chairman Paul White has been connected with Student Participatory Government ever since its introduction. During his Sophomore year he was a home-room delegate to the first student council and during his junior year he served as a member of the Welfare Department. In the spring ot 1925 he was elected student chairman. The student body showed its whole-hearted support of and respect for his work in this office by unanimously reelecting him for a second term in January. He has been a conscientious pupil in the classroom, and an ardent supporter of all student activities, in short, a worthy leader for the stu- dent body of Leominster High School. 62 History of Student-Ceacher Government Student participation in the operation of the High School is but another of the many instances in which we have shown ourselves to be among the leaders in the High School world. We have been permitted to take part in the manage- ment of school activities on the theory, which has a firm scientific foundation, that in order to learn how to do a thing one must be permitted to do it. Guid- ance and instruction during the performance are of course understood. Those who are responsible for our education in the Leominster High School have told us that the great goals at which we are aiming are health, vocation, culture, and civic-social efficiency; and that while we are on the way to those goals we must be acquiring knowledges and skills, right habits, and appreciations. We must, therefore, not only know the names of the various departments in the federal, state, and city governments, together with the names of the men who fill the offices in the departments; we must also have some experience and skill in performing the functions of government during our period of schooling in order that we may be better able to conduct ourselves as intelligent citizens, when the responsibilities of the ballot shall be placed in our hands. In short, our teachers believe that education in a democracy requires that every indi- vidual shall possess not only certain facts about government, but also a variety of experiences in performing the functions of government. Not least among the functions of government in a democracy is self-con- trol. Only when one has had experience under guidance in the difficult task cf adjusting his individual conduct to the well-being of society, is he qualified to exercise the responsibility of governing others. The students of Leominster High School were first permitted to participate in the operation of the school in 1923. A group of seniors held a debate in the Assembly Hall to convince the rest of the student body and the faculty that this form of government would be expedient for Leominster High School. As a result of this debate, the principal called a faculty meeting to which some of the students were admitted in order to discuss student participation. Later, Mr. Smith prepared a charter which he read to the student body in As- sembly. After the faculty had voted to give the scheme a trial, the students were permitted to vote to accept or reject it. The charter was accepted and the new form of government was organized. The charter provided that a student mayor should be elected from the senior class to serve one year. The first mayor to be chosen was Robert Co- misky, ’24. Each class was to have six representatives; a councillor from each home room and additional councillors-at-large if necessary, to make up the six. Like all forms of government, the new student participation government had three departments. The representatives just mentioned, formed the legisla- tive body of Student Council. The Executive Department consisted of a Wel- fare Committee, having as its head a member of the Student Council, appointed by the mayor and approved by the Council. The Judicial Department con- sisted of a Judicial Committee having a chairman from the student council and 63 STUDENT-TEACHER COUNCIL Left to right: sitting, Everett Donnelly, Katherine Dugan, John Coburn, Irving Smith, Frank James, Frances Lockey, Edgar Porter. Standing: Ruth Anderson, Dorothy Flinton, Edward Brady, Paul White, William Hirst, J. Stanwood Tuttle, M. McArthur, L. Ricker. representatives from all the classes. Its duty was to try cases too serious for the Welfare Department. A committee was appointed by the mayor to draw up a set of by-laws. In order to help the committee with its report, each member of the student body was requested to hand in some laws which he thought should be included in the school laws. When the report of the committee was accepted by the council, it was submitted to the vote of the student body. Each study and recitation group organized and elected a chairman, vice- chairman and secretary. For a time the new government progressed satisfactorily. New student officers were elected in June to take office the following September. Alexander Perry was elected student mayor. The next year the new government was not so successful, and several changes were introduced. The office of Mayor was changed to that of Student Chairman. Paul White was the first Student Chair- man. Under the reorganized form of government, the method of representation was changed. Each class was to have two representatives: the class president and one other. The faculty was to elect a sufficient number of teachers to equal the number of students on the council. These representatives were to be elected twice a year. In the former council the Student Mayor had presided; in the present Student Teacher Council, the principal is chairman. In its first meetings this year, the council revised the school rules, dropping some that were unnecessary and changing others that had been proving in- efficient. The council also authorized the formation of a Leominster Chapter of the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools. The new form of representation removed the possibility of “student partici- pation” becoming “student government.” Likewise with both student body and faculty represented, there is less chance that they will pull against each other as was apt to be the case under the old form of government. 64 LIBRARY BOARD Left to right: sitting, Martin Casey, Charles Wheeler, Harry Bell. Standing, Hildegard Kramme, Mary Dormin, Lillian Ricker, Katherine Barr. Library Board The Library Board was first organized under the original form of student participation. Mr. Thompson, formerly a history teacher in L. H. S., proposed a plan to the council which was accepted. Mr. Thompson was then requested to carry out his proposal and a board of students was appointed to assist in the work. All the books in the library had to be numbered, arranged, and catalogued. This represented a vast amount of work but the students and their faculty advisor gladly gave their time. Finally, the library was an orderly room in which students might pursue their research work instead of being obliged to depend on the public library. The board this year consists of four seniors: Mary Dormin, Katherine Barr, Hildegard Kramme, and Hadley Casey; three juniors: Lillian Ricker, Charles Wheeler, and Harry Bell; and two ‘te‘nants,” Helen Walcott and Beatrice Lamb. The “tenants” are not usually a part of the library organization, but were necessary this year because of crowding in the home rooms. The first day of school Mary Dormin was elected librarian-in-chief. The members of the board act as librarians during their study periods. Their duties are to help students find the books they need and then put the books back where they belong when the period ends. They must also catalogue any new books that come to the library. Now that the students are getting used to the library as a really useful study room, it is becoming more popular, not only as a place for unofficial “mass-meetings” at recess, but also as a bureau of information during study periods. 65 TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT Left to right: sitting, R. Macdonald, J. Por- ter, H. Kramme, R. Jones, F. James, (fae- ulty advisor), F. Hor- ton, E. Rose, M. Dor- min. Standing, H. Shumway, J. Toolin, J. Cohen, M. Casey, G. Gutter, “Al Coreyslz Blomberg, A. Rugg, W. Deacon. Cratfic Department The Traffic Department was organized as part of the Student Government Executive Department. Its duties were to keep order in the halls between periods and at recess; also, to make it possible to approach the lunch counter at recess without danger to life or limb. To a large extent it has accomplished these ends. The head of the Traffic Department was appointed like the heads of the other student departments. He, in turn, appointed a traffic squad. Each mem- ber of the squad was assigned a post at some point in the corridor where con- gestion is frequent. The traffic laws which these officers have to enforce are very simple: Up the North stairs, down the South stairs, and at all times keep to the right—walk around the cops. This (Mr. Smith assured us in Assembly ) prevents football men, who are trying to make an end run for their next class, unintentionally of course, tackling innocent bystanders. Mr. Frank A. James was recently appointed faculty advisor of the Traffic Department by the Principal and report has it that his labors have been many and varied. The Traffic Department has performed its duties exceptionally well. 66 CHelfare Department The Welfare Department began under the first form of student participa- tion, as a part of the Executive Department. The chairman, a member of the student council, was appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Council. He, in turn, appointed his assistants with the approval of the council. The duty of this department was to impose penalties for unexcused absence or tardiness or for any disturbing of the peace. When a student was guilty of any misdemeanor, either a teacher or a student officer made out a complaint slip and handed it to the Welfare Department. When student participation was dropped for a time, this department con- tinued to function, but cases of absence and tardiness were referred to the office. Under the new form of student participation, the Welfare Department is organized much the same as it was before and all its former powers have been restored. The headquarters of the “Administrator of Justice” are in the guid- ance office. WELFARE DEPARTMENT Left to right: sitting, H. Walcott, E. John- so n. Standing, W. Schell, E. Brady, M. Bush, J. Lanza, W. Gove, G. Pierce. 67 THE GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB Left to right: sitting, F. Gage, R. Fournier, G. Johnson, M. Kipp, A. Surrette, E. Kipp, B. Paulson. Standing, Ist row, B. Croff, B. Saunders, M. Kendall, E. Morse, C. Watson, Miss Velmah Spencer, (director), H. Caisse, R. Grimes, A. Mercier, D. Allen. 2nd row, R. Worthem, H. Harvey, D. Maxim, F. Wass, H. Frechette, T. Kramme. Che Girls’ Glee Club The Girls’ Glee Club was reorganized this year under the direction of Miss Spencer. The officers were elected at the first meeting. Hortense Fre- chette was chosen president and Evelyn Morse, secretary. The purpose of the club is to train the girls in their vocal work, to help them become familiar with songs well-worth knowing, and to promote a social spirit among them. The club stands willing to help in any school activity or to entertain on any occasion. Meetings are held every Monday at the close of school. Attendance, which must be regular, is taken as in any classroom; only four cuts are allowed during the year. There are no dues collected as the city furnishes the music books required. The Girls’ Glee Club, the Boys’ Glee Club, and students of the school pre- sented a musical comedy, “The Belle of Barcelona,” April twenty-seventh. It was received with much enthusiasm and was a great success. 68 BOYS’ GLEE CLUB Left to right: sitting, H. Maguire, EK. McInerny, D. Montagna, D. Porter (director), C. Green- law, P. White, A. Giddings. Standing, L. Whitney, C. Tisdale, L. Thibaudeau, E. McManus, H. Goodale, A. Rodgers, J. Keville, C. Andrews, A. Paul. Boys’ Glee Club One of the most wide awake organizations in the school is the Boys’ Glee Club. This organization, though in its infancy, has produced such favorable entertainments that it is known to all lodges and social organizations in the city. The Glee Club is under the able direction of Mr. Dwight Porter, who is a student of Mr. Vincent Hubbard of Boston, one of the foremost vocal teachers in that city. In view of this fact, the boys are very fortunate in having such an able director. Meetings are held once a week, during the extra period on Tuesday. As a result of its hard work, the Glee Club has entertained the Elks on several occasions; has taken prominent parts in the High School Minstrel Shows and also in the Operetta. 69 L. H. S. BAND L. Hh. S. Band The Leominster High School Band, although it is small, has earned a place in the annals of our school. Under the supervision of Miss Velmah C. Spencer, the band has continued to improve. This delegation is led by drum-major Ab- bott Giddings. The band appeared at the football rallies, and was also on hand at football games. At the Victory Banquet on December 17, the band played an appro- priate opening number, and its aid was instrumental in helping to get the hood- ed sweaters for our victorious football team. On March 17, our musicians fur- nished an entertainment for the Leominster Lodge of Elks. Here they were cordially received and praised for their good work. At the Annual Prize Drill Day, the band appeared, decked out in uniforms which were made up of white trousers, blue coats, and white caps with L. H. S. emblems. They furnished the music for this great event, and also for Memorial Day exercises. The delegation holds its rehearsals every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. So, should you hear strange sounds rising from the Assembly Hall you will un- derstand that the L. H. S. band is working to produce harmonious discord (?). The members of the band are as follows: Ist Cornets: Roger King Snare Drums: Donald Bouvier Roger Taft Eugene McManus Lewis Hull Flute: Walter Wood 2nd Cornet: Ruth Hendricksen Base Drum: Gladys Hicks Piccolo: Walter Gage Saxophones: Edward Kneeland Leader: Elmer Johnson Trombones: Abbott Giddings Edward Jackman Arthur Holland Director: John Grubb Mr. Smith Miss Spencer 70 ORCHESTRA @Orchestra—1 925-26 The L. H. S. Orchestra, under the direction of our Supervisor, Miss Velmah Spencer, is one of the best balanced and largest of any orchestra we have had. The value to be derived from the right kind of supervised ensemble playing has been demonstrated by the worth while works studied this year. The orchestra has worked on a symphonic series including beautiful numbers of Hadyn, Schu- bert, and several other great composers. Although the orchestra has not made many public appearances, it has devoted most of its time to the development of a musical background. This year the orchestra played excellently at our annual Christmas Exer- cises held in the Assembly Hall. It also played the accompaniment for the Mu- sical Comedy, “The Belle of Barcelona” in April; in June it was a part of the graduation exercises. The fine spirit of cooperation among the players is one of the features of this organization. Spirit is half the fight! Ist Violins: Kermit Kingsbury Madeline Murphy Chauncey Eisner Louis Stein Katherine Gorham Irene Metivier Walter Wood William Derosier 2nd Violins: Elizabeth Billings Saunders MacLane Bernice Coleman Gloria Martel 3rd Violins: Dorothy Maxim George Lavallee Garland Russell Walter Gage Mandolin: George Berry Banjo-Mandolin: Gilbert Cressy Trumpets: Elsie Oldham Reynold Geer Gladys Hicks Helen Farwell Trombone: Irving W. Smith 71 Flute: Edward Kneeland C. Melody Saxophone: William Goodhue Elmer Johnson Alto Saxophone: John Grubb Roger King Clarinet: Ruth Hendricksen Piano: Martin J. Cavanagh Drums: Walter Deacon @NTS HSTIONG ie Wk aN eat “)Heamine English Club In March, 1925, a group of pupils organized the English Club, “to stimu- late a greater interest in the work of the English department and to promote better fellowship among the pupils.” Meetings have been he ld every other Tuesday morning during the extra period at Pon the members have presented varied and interesting programs including plays, debates, papers or talks on various subjects, readings, a mock trial, and the reading of original work of the members. Two evening parties have also been given iby the club. This year the club started the L. H. S. News and sponsored an evening read- ing to raise funds for support of the paper. The work of the club is directed by an executive committee composed of the officers and chairmen of standing committees. Anyone in the school who is passing in English may join the club and activity points are given those who participate in programs. Officers for 1925-26: PARESTOENUM so cet ti. sheanhs 4 cers 4s Edward Brady Program Committee .......... Jack Cohen WicewEresident .i..2.... Rachel Macdonald Membership Committee ...... Mary Dormin SOGREIINY oh dat nee Dee Wayne Schell Social Committee ...... Hildegarde Kramme Mea SURI Nels csi s shes Evelyn Greenlaw Faculty Advisor ......... Miss Greensfelder Sentor Girls’ Club Early in March, it was suggested that a Senior Girls’ Club be organized io promote better social relations among the girls. Following this suggestion, a meeting of the Senior girls was called. At this meeting, it was ecdedrentern such a club. Miss Lockey was named faculty advisor, and the following officers were elected: President, Irene Reeves; Vice-president, Eva St. Cyr; Secretary, Alice Tisdale; Treasurer, Ada Fookes. Upon motion of the club, two commit- tees were appointed to supervise entertainments and social functions of the club. These committees were headed by Mary Dormin and Anna Wilder. Meetings were held every other Wednesday at two o’clock. Refreshments were served after every meeting and a delightful program was presented by tal- ented members of the club. Good times, however, did not constitute the whole aim of this club. Under Miss Lockey’s direction, money making enterprises were successfully conducted and many other projects developed. The Senior Girls’ Club has played an important part in the school year of every one of its members and it is hoped that future classes will profit by the success of this organization. 73 L. H. S. NEWS STAFF Editor-in-chief, Saunders MacLane, ’26; Assistant Editor-in-chief, Lillian Ricker, °27; Literary Editor, Eleancr Johnson, ’26; Assistant Literary Editor, John Joyce, ’28; Business Manager, Paul White, ’26; Assistant. Business Manager, Abbott Giddings, 27; Joke Editor, Harry MacNevin, ’26; Assistant Jokes Editor, Joseph Toolin, ’27; Sports Editor, Edward Brady, °26; Assistant Sports Editor, Paul Lyons, ’28; News Editor, Merrill Bush, ’26; Assistant News Editor, Marion MacArthur, ’27; Associate Editors, Dorothy Reynolds, ’28, Mary Geoghegan, ’27; Art Editor, Hildegarde Kramme, ’26; Faculty Reporter, Dwight Porter; Publicity Man- agers, Walter Deacon, ’26, Mary Dormin, ’26; Reporters, Izora Brackett, 27, George Connors, 26, Albert Rugg, ’26, Alice Ruby, ’28, Janet Porter, ’28, Madeline Murphy, ’29, Marion Smith, °29; Faculty Advisors, Mr. Smith, Mr. Coburn, Miss Greensfelder. L. H. S. News This year a long felt need was provided for when the English Club spon- sored the development of the L. H. S. News, a school paper. The staff of the paper was chosen by a committee made up of representatives from each class of the school. This staff worked faithfully and hard to produce the four-page newspaper which has been issued every two weeks, fourteen times in the year. Of course, the “News” has been far from perfect, but nevertheless its progress has been steady and fairly rapid. The subscriptions and the individual sales have in- creased markedly throughout the year, showing that the school really wanted a paper. During the year one issue of the paper was published by each class. One was also put out by the athletes. Other features were a humorous issue, literary special, and a “Military Drill” issue. This proved to be a very successful plan, since it stimulated more interest in the paper throughout the school and since it helped to train future members of the regular staff. In addition to reporting school events, the paper has conducted a success- ful popularity contest, publishing ballots in five issues; a very exciting adven- ture serial was also featured. In every issue there has been an open forum re- served for the opinion of the pupils on subjects of common interest. Next year the News will be continued with the same general policy, but since the staff will be more experienced, it is hoped that the “News” will show consistent Improvement. 74 LEONINE STAFF Editor-in-chief, Helen Walcott, ’26; Assistant Editor, Charles Wheeler, ’27; Business Man- ager, Jack Cohen, ’26; Assistant Business Manager, Philip Burgess, ’26; Literary Editor, Evelyn Greenlaw, ’26; Assistants, Harry Bell, ’27, Alice Ruby, ’28, Marion Smith, 29; Art Editor, Hildegard Kramme, °’26; Assistants, Arthur Holland, ’28, Thusnede Kramme, ’28, Jack Ke- ville, 29, Francis Oldham, ’29; Sports Editor, Leslie Blomberg, ’27; Assistant, Walter Deacon, °26; Jokes Editor, Clayton Hodge, ’26; Assistants, Willard Corliss, ’27, Paul Lyon, ’28, George Cook, °29; Snapshot Editor, Merrill Bush, ’26; Assistant, Wayne Schell, ’26; Scandal Sheet, Alice Tisdale, ’26, John Joyce, ’28; Picture Editor, Wallace Gove; Faculty Advisor, Dwight Porter. The Leonine At the instigation of the Seniors, each class in high school was asked to send two delegates to a conference which should discuss the advisibility of publishing a High School Annual in place of former Senior Class Books. This conference selected a staff of twenty-two, with representatives from each class, to publish an Annual. Their recommendations were approved by the student body as a whole during an assembly period. After the staff had been assured by 480 subscription pledges that the school intended to support the project, it started the real work of choosing a printer and engraver, selecting a cover and cover design, and, last but not least, finding a name. Then came the task of planning the contents, collecting ma- terial, endless writing and rewriting, gathering “snaps” and pictures, making drawings and trying to unearth “jokes.” The book has been financed by subscriptions, advertising fees, payments for pictures, and the proceeds of various sales and entertainments. The staff has worked conscientiously, but the final production of the book has been made possible only through the co-operation of the student body and the faithful work of many whose names do not appear as staff members. LEOMINSTER HIGH SCHOOL CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS 1926 Elizabeth Billings Hildegard Kramme Merrill Bush Saunders MacLane Jack Cohen : Irene Reeves Mary Dormin Wiallaces @oue Alice Tisdale Viola Hiltz Helen Walcott Eleanor Johnson Paul White The Honor Society One of the most recent organizations in Leominster High School is the Honor Society, a chapter of the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools, which has over five hundred chapters throughout the United States. The pur- pose of this organization is “to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimu- late a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership and to encourage the development of character.” The thirteen seniors chosen as charter members by the principal and four members of the faculty were selected on the basis of scholarship, character, service, and leadership. In order to be eligible for consideration, a senior must rank in the upper quarter of the class and must have maintained an honor record for four years. Total membership in any one year may not exceed fifteen per cent of the class. Anyone who falls below the standards required for election may be dropped from membership upon vote of the council. Owing to its youth, the society has accomplished little active work so far, but its members hope that its future influence will do much to encourage those ideals for which Leominster High School stands. 76 we ftull! (4 WA THE ATHLETIC COUNCIL Left to right: Wray Kimball, Haldie Nicholson, John Coburn, Harold Burdett, Dr. Perry, Irving Smith, Ralph Robbins The Athletic Council The present Athletic Council is the growth of an experiment begun in 1924 when an informal and unofficial advisory council was organized to confer with the principal regarding the many problems which come up in connection with interscholastic athletics. The value of such a body became so apparent that early in 1925, the school board created an official Athletic Council, designated their duties and elected the members who appear in the accompanying picture. The most tangible evidence of their initiative and devotion is the attractive fence which now encloses our athletic field, and which has added much to the dignity of our athletic con- tests; the regulation of prizes and awards, the determination of policies, and the establishment of better contact with the public, are subjects of their serious consideration. Men of their calibre are a splendid asset to our athletics. 78 “L” CLUB Left to right: standing, J. Lanza, H. Surrette, E. McInerny, E. Johnson, F. Cavanagh, H. Ma- guire, A. Garrity, F. Caisse, E. Gaffney, E. Clark, H. Corey, W. Hirst, J. Toolin, D. Gildea, (director), J. Cohen. Sitting, 2nd row, A. Baker, H. Goodale, W. Corliss, L. Blomberg, P. Burgess, W. Deacon, A. Sewell, R. Quinn. Ist row, W. Whitney, A. Gamache, F. Moran, W. Schell, M. McPhee. The “L” Club The present need for development of the athletes is the building up of a desire for intellectual attainment. Educators have learned that the participation in athletics is perhaps the greatest institution for character building and for developing individuals to be leaders. With these facts in mind our club has been formed to place the athlete of Leominster in a position to desire further education—an earnest desire to be- come cultured. This club will afford opportunity for athletes to air their opinions on academic and athletic issues in so far as they pertain to the individual. It is also the purpose of the sponsors of this club to offer a weekly lecture on topics that pertain to the boy in high school. 79 Edward Schulte Director of Physical Education Drillmaster Basketball Frank James Baseball Department of Physical Education Mary Kielty Physical Training Instructor Basketball 80 Dennis Gildea Football William Yeaw Track Parry Goodale Arthur Sewell NnAm PW Pea|Q Football Basketball, Baseball 1925 1926 CHEER LEADERS Isadore Solomon Rachel M acdonald, Evelyn Greenlaw 1 y) 2 D 2 6 Janet Porter Willard Corliss | Basketball Track 1926 1926 81 TIV€LOOA ALISUVA SZ6l Football Season of 1925 The football season of 1925 is written in gold letters in our memories. What a season! By way of gratification let us run over the season briefly and renew that “kick” that was enjoyed Thanksgiving day. The season started in true championship fashion. Maynard arrived on our field to conquer us, but the score tells the story. Our team defeated them 20-0 before a large and interested gathering. Most of the football “dope-sters” were wild in praise of the new Leominster team and predicted great things for this year’s team. Then in turn came Northbridge High; they were turned back by a similar score, 20-0. Buckley High, of New London, Connecticut, were supposed to be real nut- megs, but we grated them to the tune cf 16-0. Before the St. John’s game we had not been scored upon; however we won this game 27-7. The following Saturday we journeyed to Framingham to play their High School. It was our real test to see whether we were as good away as we were at home. We lived up to our name and defeated them 12-0. Worcester Tech Seconds were our next victims, and with three first string men on the injured list we defeated them 46-0. Our second out-of-town game was played with Gardner High. Gardner’s much tooted “Wildcat Line” proved to be a worthy opponent during the first half, but our fighting spirit was aroused in the second half, and we brought home the bacon. Leominster 18, Gardner 6. The real ability of the squad was tested in the Boston College High game. We were outclassed, but the fighting spirit held the Greater Boston boys down to seven points. This was our first and only defeat of the season. The Boston College High defeat put more pep into our boys and they trampled on the Wakefield High to the tune of Yankee Doodle and 55-0. The last game of our season was played at Fitchburg. Well, we all know what happened and how happy we were to defeat them, 9-0 on their field. The boys well deserved the victory as did their coach. It would be hard for anyone to single out the individual star of the season or even a group of stars for it can be conservatively stated that we had a team that starred. However it might be well to mention by way of parting that the class of 1926 had the following: Arthur Sewell, Wayne Schell, Walter Deacon, Raymond Quinn and Hubert Maguire who had a lion’s share in the success of this year’s team. The success of the season was largely due to our coach, Mr. Dennis A. Gildea, who worked untiringly to produce a winning football team. 83 a Heonine Ma Jo L. BH. S. Squad First there was Captain Goodale, Who bucked the line with might, For inside him there was one word, And that one word was fight! Second there was “Brick” Johnson, The man with the carroty hair, Who bucked the line like an ox And snorted like the “Old Grey Mare.” Third there was “Fat” Blomberg, A man of mighty dimensions, His brain was always full Of plunging comprehensions! Fourth there was “Surry” Surrette, “The retriever” he was often called, Because you would always find him Where e’er you found the ball Fifth there was Cardarelli, Who played full skillfully as guard, They placed him in that position, Because he always played so hard. Sixth there was “Joe” Toolin, He was an end of great renown, And on his face you never saw A single solitary frown. Seventh was “Oyster” Schell, He also played at end, And opposing interference He did ever rip and rend! Eighth there was “Soup” Sewell, A quarter-back of world-wide fame. He led the team to victory In the Thanksgiving game. Ninth there was “Trixy” Caisse, One of the famous backs, And when he took the ball, All they found were his tracks. Tenth there was “Soup” Maguire, Who plunged through the line. Thevgirlssots, Ue Bao Thought he was just sublime. Eleventh there was “Duffy” Quinn, He was short but quick as a flash, And when he got the ball You ought to see him dash. Twelfth there was “Fat” Deacon, A quarter-back and sometimes end And the plans of his opponents He did always comprehend Thirteenth there was “Patty” Moran, He wore number thirteen also, But that was no hindrance to him When through the line he tried to go. Fourteenth, there was “Joe” Lanza, They said he’d make a name, For he’s a son of “L. H. S.” And served in all the games. Then there was “Denny” Gildea, Too much cannot be said of him, For he is the one who into the team Put the dash, the fight and the vim. SOPHOMORE CHAMPS Left to right: sitting, A. Marquis, J. Porter (captain), D. Scanlon. Standing, D. Plastridge, B. Whittier, D. Reynolds, D. Rouisse, I. Thompson. Girls’ Basketball Leaque Owing to the discontinuance of the girls’ varsity basketball team, more interest was exhibited in 1 the league teams this year than has heretofore been shown. The series was started on an inter-room basis. The Freshmen played twenty- eight games, room nine being the winner. The Sophomores played twelve games with room seven carrying off the honors. Six games were played by the Junior rooms, room twenty coming out ahead of the other contestants. The Seniors played two games, room eleven being the star room. From the room-to-room schedule the league progressed to an inter-class contest, the Sophomores winning over the Juniors by a score of 8 to 2. The moral effect of this league has been as vital as its physical value. The participants have shown self-control and good sportsmanship throughout the season, and very convincingly disproved the statement that the fair sex is lacking in sense of fair play. $5 1926 VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM Review of 1926 Season The opening game was with the Alumni. When the final whistle blew the old-timers found themselves on the short end of an 18 to 13 score. Coach Schulte was much pleased with the showing the team made on its first battle, and the prospects for the future were promising. The prospects looked still brighter when the Blue and White defeated Cushing 2nd 18-16; Waltham High 10-4 and Arlington High 14-12. However, the team suffered its first defeat of the season at the hands of Don Bennett’s Wildcats 28-18. The team was bewildered by the high ceiling at Tech, and it took them the whole first half to get accustomed to the floor. In the second half, the Leomin- ster team outplayed their opponents, but the lead established in the first half was too great to overcome, so the game ended in a 21-16 score. In a close and exciting game the Blue and White finally edged out the Fitchburg Normal School Second team in an overtime period which ended in a 24-22 score. The team next traveled to St. John’s High of Worcester and was defeated in a 27 to 23 score. The Blue and White had little trouble in defeating May- nard High School in an uninteresting game. The final score was 40 to 4. Hudson High next visited the local gymnasium and were sent home with a defeat, 19 to 13. L. H. 5S. started its tour of out-of-town games when it played Arlington High in a return battle. The results were not favorable for the Blue and White were not only defeated at Arlington 33 to 18, but also, they lost to Waltham High 23 to 20, and to Hudson High 19 to 7. The team celebrated its return to the local gymnasium by defeating Wor- cester South High in a hard-earned victory, 31-33. In a holiday game with Athol High in the local gymnasium, the Blue and White had little trouble in defeating them. Then came the annual game with Fitchburg! As we all know, L. H. S. was not expected to win against the Fitchburg wonder-team; consequently, the re- sults were not surprising; our ancient rival piled up 57 points to the Blue and White’s 18. The Blue and White again met defeat 23-14 when it journeyed to Worcester to play the fast Worcester North team. The last game of the season was played with Gardner High, and such a game it was! The Blue and White surprised the local fans by the exhibition of basketball they gave on that night. On no occasion was either side assured of victory. The final score was Gardner 16, Leominster 15. Theoretically, the season came to an end after the game with Gardner. However, the L. H. S. team was picked to compete in the annual Worcester Tech tournament. As luck would have it, Leominster drew Worcester North High as its opponent in this tournament and was eliminated by a score of 33 to 17. The letter-men from this year’s Basketball Squad were: Captain Sewell; Corey; Maguire; Cavanaugh; Johnson; Caisse; Schell; and Blomberg. The next year’s captain is Elmer Johnson. 87 dGVOOS TIVAASVEA SZ6L Rebieww of 1925 Season At the first call for spring practice, six men from the preceding year and a fine nucleus of promising candidates reported. The most difficult problem to overcome was the pitching staff. Not a member cf the 1924 pitching staff re- mained, but with three fine prospects, Leominster High was well supported. The season opened with a victory at Milford, followed by another over Maynard at Leominster. Milford returned Leominster’s visit in full and chalked up Leominster’s first defeat. This was closely followed by two others, one at Framingham and the other at Athol. Leominster High again broke into the winning column by defeating Worcester Commerce High. This victory evened up the standing. Then our “Old Rival,” Fitchburg, made us a visit and went home with a hard-earned victory. The team next went to Maynard where they lost an excit- ing game 3-2. The next game found Leominster again in the winning column, by an easy victory over St. John’s of Worcester. The Gardner “Wildcats” then invaded Leominster and fattened their batting averages. Leominster was not able to fathom the slants and shoots of Tucker, Gardner’s pitching ace, and was only able to collect three hits. Athol journeyed to Leominster and defeat- ed the local boys in a close game. Next Leominster went to Penacook, New Hampshire. The trip was too much for the team and they were not able to play up to their usual form. Again Leominster High met her “Old. Rival” at Crocker Field, and sent a scare into the Fitchburg fans by almost taking the game. The boys fattened their batting averages when Marlboro visited them and got away with an easy victory. The team then went to Gardner to get revenge for the defeat Gardner handed them here. The Leominster boys were in a batting mood and proved it by sending one pitcher to the showers and nicking Tucker for three runs. However, this was not enough to win the game as Gardner came from behind in the last of the ninth and scored six runs. The next game found the team in New London, Conn. They did not do themselves justice. However, they put up a good fight and held the “State Champions” to a low score. The team re- turned to Leominster and slugged the Framingham pitchers mercilessly, getting sweet revenge. The next two games were defeats for Leominster from the Alumni and Marlboro. Leominster then closed the season with a victory over the Faculty. One of the features of the game was a hook slide to third by Prin- cipal Smith. The twirling of Mr. Gildea was superb and the team was only able to collect fifteen hits! As the team lost only one regular by graduation, there are good chances for a very prosperous season in 1926. 89 1926 TRACK TEAM Review of 1925 Season Led by our captain, Warren Witt, and directed by Coach Thompson, we started the track season of 1925 with the greatest of hopes. Although we did not have the successful season that we wished, we were satisfied that we had laid a foundation for the track team of “26.” With our captain as the only veteran, Coach Thompson undertook the tre- mendous task of developing a track team out of a group of green candidates. Our first meet, which was with Maynard, was divided into two parts. The first held here was won by us, while the second half, held in Maynard, was won by Maynard. t the Finn meet, in Fitchburg, our relay team came in second, defeating Fitchburg’s crack team. Fitchburg, however, gained in our dual meet with them. The outcome of the meet was always in doubt until the last race in which Fitchburg took all three places. Our subsequent records were uneven. In the Worcester Tech meet we took second place in the shot-put, the competition proving too keen to secure other places. Gardner’s team proved to be too strong for us, for we were defeated by seven points. At our last meet, which was with Marlboro, the outcome was never in doubt, for we defeated them by an overwhelming score. The letter-men are as follows: Captain Witt, F. Caisse, E. Clark, W. Schell, W. Deacon, W. Corliss, A. Gamache, C. Baker, W. Gage, J. Lanza, W. Hirst and J. McHugh. With the loss of our captain only, we expect to have a track team in 1926 of which Leominster High School may be proud. TRACK When Grover Cleveland was president of the United States, he once said, “Track and field athletics give the rank and file a chance.” This is exactly the purpose of track and field athletics in this high school. Many who are not heavy enough for football, who are not able to be one of the first five on the basketball team, and who do not have the natural ability to play baseball, will have an opportunity to make their letter, serve their school, enjoy the physical and mental reaction of athletics, and build up loads of reserve energy for later life, on our schoo! track team. The late Walter Camp said that almost everyone had some one special event in track to which one was especially adapted. A pair of spiked shoes and the perseverence to report for practice regularly is all that is needed to make a cinder path star out of him who thought he had no athletic prospects. Not only does track allow room for at least 25 men on a team, but it develops sprint- ing, jumping, endurance, and physical agility, the basic elements of all other sports. Track is also a sport which can be practiced in later life as well as in every college and preparatory school in the country. WILLIAM YEAW. 91 s 4 we = . gdh on (xt M4 ae) PROSPECTS FOR 1926 IN FOOTBALL The time has arrived when Leominster must change her position in the firmament. No longer must Leominster serve as a satellite to revolve around the larger planet of Fitchburg. We must seek a constellation where we are to furnish part of the lustre that comes from popular football teams. Though such words are drawn from an ethereal vocabulary, the facts are nevertheless quite pertinent to our earth. Schools of our size in this county steer clear of our football team. Not because we are not good sportsmen, but chiefly because we have made great strides in football—they say we are too strong for them. Consequently, we are con- fronted this year with the most stupendous schedule a Leominster football team has ever faced. The following powerful elevens are to be met: Haverhill, Cambridge, Fitch- burg and Gardner. We are all anxious to see how well “Les” Blomberg’s team will fare against such a speculative schedule. D. A. GILDEA.: PROSPECTS OF 1927 BASKETBALL SEASON A new era is dawning in the Leominster High School, that is, in regard to basketball. The old period of continual defeat upon defeat is gradually being replaced by more pleasing circumstances. For the past couple of years a new system has been in existence in Leomin- ster. The Grade Schools are being taught the fundamentals of basketball, so that when they are in line for varsity competition, they will have assimilated more than the students of former years. Captain-Elect Johnson, Blomberg, Caisse, Moran, Whitney and Lyon will form the nucleus of the next year’s team, and in addition to these men, many of the Grade School stars will be found in action. It is hoped that the new Junior High building will be completed in time for the basketball season, for this will solve the problem of a most needed adequate gymnasium. EDWARD J. SCHULTE. BASEBALL The outlook for a successful baseball season is the brightest in years. All the players from last year’s team are back except Joseph Dolan. He will be missed as a home run hitter, but more especially will the track team miss him as a high jumper. Last year our pitching department was weak, as they were all inexperienced and more or less ignorant of the art of pitching. Since the 15th of March, we have had six promising candidates working out in the gym daily, and if even two of these line up to expectations, we ought to win most of our games. FRANK A. JAMES, Coach. 92 COMMISSIONED OFFICERS Left to right. Sitting: Captain Walter Deacon, Captain Paul White, Captain Herbert Corey, Captain Arthur Sewell. Standing: Ist Lieutenant J. Cohen, 2nd Lieutenant D. Montagna, Ist Lieutenant H. Shumway, 2nd Lieutenant G. Cutter, Adjutant P. Burgess, Ist Lieutenant W. Gove, 2nd Lieutenant S. MacLane, Ist Lieutenant J. Toolin, 2nd Lieutenant J. Lanza. Military Drill One of Leominster’s worthy traditions is its High School Battalion. Every Memorial Day sees the Battalion on parade. The privates’ uniforms consist of blue hats and coats; white pants; brown shoes and leggings, belts, bayonets, and rifles. The officer’s uniform is somewhat similar to that of the privates. Military Drill corresponds to Physical Training in other schools and in reality, if not name, is physical training. Our present drill master has worked out a very good system whereby calisthenics are combined with military drill. This system provides for the physical as well as for mental development. If mil- itary drill alone were used, the arms and shoulders of the cadets would be greatly over developed due to the weight of the rifles. This is not the case, however, and very good progress is being made under the present system. Mental development also claims a big portion of the benefit derived from military drill. To be able to handle rifles and swords properly; to march in squads, platoons, and companies, etc., is a training that will always be helpful. The size of our drill hall is such that any student commanding a company or platoon must have a clear thinking mind as well as the ability to command in order to move the company. When on parade, the commanding officers have to be on the alert every minute. Although military drill is sometimes hailed as a necessary evil, yet its benefits out-number its supposed evils. 93 Goodale Athletics Capt Three of a kin (What kind?) — SEVEN CHANCES PAK” ein. poplele.e ote.oaets Philip Burgess “Henry EF. Carrison” .-.4.- TIsador Solomon “Anne @r ance sat eee acres Ruth Jones Slreneslrevolaaeeeeneenene Evelyn Greenlaw = Meekiny Seger ratte Nohacnterns Clayton Hodge “Georgianna Garrison” Coriene Batchelder Goddard? Gace ana ee Roger Taft Slily (Lrevoraieas. os sone cee Emily Rose Reap hye ts eeearer ee crete Bear Edward Brady “Perry Wood” seasecee serene Edith Kipp “ George’) cineca ace oa eee Guy Cutter “Florence Jones” ......... Florence Horton SIN Gas, (Gerson? oopcooncces Eileen McCarty “Betty Willoughby” .......... Ada Fookes “Joe Spence s.coi9 eee Albert Rugg “SEVEN CHANCES” “Seven Chances,” a delightful comedy in three acts, was presented at the Music Hall Theatre, by members of the graduating class, under the able direc- tion of Miss Shackley. The story centers around Jimmie, a young man of twenty-nine, who, to inherit his grandfather’s wealth, must be married before his thirtieth birthday. However, he has rather a difficult time, and, after being refused by six girls, is accepted by the seventh just in time to save his fortune. The production was very well given, each character displaying exceptional ability in understanding his part in the action of the play. 96 THE MILITARY BALL, 1925 The Military Ball on the evening of May 22, 1925, in the L. H. S. Assembly Hall, was a very successful affair. The committees in charge of the event were officers in the Battalion. Paul White was in charge of the decorations, which were blue and white; Alfred Whitney, of refreshments; Dean Lent, of tickets; George Barton, of publicity, and Jack Cohen, general chairman. At about eight-thirty the line for the Grand March was formed and Alfred Whitney, who had won a promotion to Major, led the march with Mildred Ruby as his partner. The excellent music was furnished by Leo Hannon’s Orchestra of Fitchburg. READING, NOVEMBER 13 9 A reading, “Sun-up,” was given under the auspices of the L. H. S. English Club, on the evening of November 13, by Miss Bewley. The scene of the play was laid in the mountains of Tennessee. It showed the character of the mountain people and Miss Bewley, who is a native of Ten- nessee, was able to tell her audience much about the customs of the moun- taineers. The proceeds were used to help the L. H. S. News. JUNIOR DANCE If there was one person present at the Junior Dance Thanksgiving who didn’t enjoy himself to the fullest extent, something was radically wrong! Everyone was feeling so happy after that wonderful game at Fitchburg! The football players were the idols of the evening, not excluding the coach, either. To top everything, the music, furnished by Peachy’s Orchestra of Milford, was great! At twelve o’clock, the crowd broke up. Everyone will agree that it was the most successful social event of the year. Let’s hope that next year, we will celebrate Thanskgiving with another victory over Fitchburg. ENGLISH CLUB PARTY On the evening of December 18, the doors of the Assembly Hall were thrown open to the members of the English Club and their friends. The feature of the evening was the production of two old plays: “The Three Shep- herds” and “St. George and The Dragon.” At the close of the entertainment a beautiful gift was presented to Miss Greensfelder as a token of appreciation of her efforts on behalf of the club. Refreshments were served and dancing was enjoyed until a late hour. OF THE BELLE OF BARCELONA Francisco de la Verga ......... Paul White Senor de Montero ....... Curtis Greenlaw Margarita de Montero ...Priscilla Thurston Pedro‘ Wasser eee Joseph Lanza Harold Wright .......... Martin Cavanagh Emilio see eee Edward McelInerny DonaeAnitameeee eee Rhoda Sullivan Patricks Malonem eee rcsaeere John Joyce Donal ace amen nee Lillian Ricker Martha Matilda Ayers. .Hildegarde Kramme Senora de Montero ..... Dorothy Reynolds Don: Juan's. 55. soe cesewe Howard Brackett Mercedes eee Dorothy Rouisse Don Jose® tats. toe ce ee Blair Whitney “THE BELLE OF BARCELONA” The third operetta to be given by the music classes of L. H. S. was pro- duced on April 27. Entitled “The Belle of Barcelona” and having a Spanish theme, it was a howling success. The music was very catchy, and the choral parts were the product of diligent practice on the part of the boys’ and girls’ glee clubs combined with the music classes. The whole affair was under the capable direction of Miss Velmah Spencer. The proceeds of the affair were used for improvements needed by the school musical organizations. 98 L. H. 5S. VICTORY BANQUET December 17, 1925 marks that memorable event, the Victory Banquet, given in honor of Captain Harry Goodale and his fellow team mates, who came home victorious on that never-to-be-forgotten Thanksgiving morning. The hall of the Municipal Building was most appropriately decked in blue and white. Names of the players, managers, and cheer leaders on gold footballs were suspended from the balcony, and an illuminated goal post decorated the stage. Doctor Perry, in his humorous style, performed the duties of toast master to perfection. The guests of the evening were E. W. Robinson, superintendent of Fitchburg schools, Nathan H. Gist, Representative John C. Hull, Mayor B. W. Doyle, Captain Harry Goodale, (aygeiin Dooley ef Fitchburg, Dr. E. J. O’Brien, a well known football referee, and our coach, Dennis Gildea. Mr. Burdett, chairman of the athletic council, presented the players and manager with sweaters and gold footballs. The cheer leaders were given gold megaphones, and assistant managers silver footballs. Mr. Gildea was then called to the platform to receive a gold football and a watch from his brother Elks. With one rousing cheer, everyone left with the hope that they would be able to celebrate the same event the following year. SENIOR DANCE The Empire Orchestra of Framingham furnished the jazz to which the Seniors and their friends “hopped” on the evening of December 27, 1925, in the Assembly Hall. Christmas trees, tastefully decorated with red crepe paper streamers, encircled the colonial pillars. Favors of caps, whistles and dolls were thrown from the balcony to the dancers on the floor; much hilarity and good fun prevailed throughout that unusual evening which ended at midnight. YEAR BOOK BENEFIT VAUDEVILLE On February 1, members of the High School presented a seven-act vaude- ville show at the Music Hall Theatre for the benefit of the Year Book. This was followed by the feature picture, “The Storm-Breaker” with House Peters. Philip Burgess proved a very capable manager. The best talent was chosen and well received, both in the afternoon and evening performances. Though the weather proved unfavorable, all sessions were very well attended. Because of the success of this production it was decided to present a show of five acts April 19 and 20, with Philip Burgess again as manager. The photoplay “Hands Up” with Raymond Griffith was shown at that time. Last but not least, the box office receipts were a welcome addition to the Year Book Treasury. 99 S ch 5) eon CARD PARTY On February ninth, for the benefit of the L. H. S. News and Year Book, a very successful bridge and whist party was conducted in the Banquet Hall of the Municipal Building. There were approximately seventy-five tables which were made up of the parents and friends of the students as well as the students themselves, (including Hodge). More than once during the evening a shout above the rest of the conversa- tion could be heard. This probably came from the table where “Slap Jack” was being played, although no one confessed afterwards to playing anything but whist or bridge. After all had had a chance to score, waitresses served refreshments, con- sisting of sandwiches, cake, coffee and cocoa. This, of course, again quieted the spirits of those whose luck had been poor. It was 10.30 when the winners were announced and the prizes awarded. Mary Dormin was a most efficient chairman of the committee who planned this enjoyable and profitable evening. STAFF BANQUET On Wednesday evening, March 16, 1926, the staffs of the L. H. S. News and of the Leonine held a joint banquet at the high school. The tables were effectively decorated in green and white, and the food cleverly carried out the color scheme. Helen Walcott acted as toastmistress for the evening, and introduced each speaker with appropriate anecdotes. Saunders MacLane, the first speaker of the evening, was followed by Mr. Smith, Mr. Porter, Miss Greensfelder, Mr. Coburn, Evelyn Greenlaw, Clayton Hodge, Lillian Ricker and other members of the staffs who spoke humorously on interesting subjects. Philip Burgess afterwards gave a very clever burlesque on all the speakers. Jack Cohen, Paul White, Hildegarde Kramme and Evelyn Greenlaw fur- ished musical selections between the courses. Dorothy Reynolds also gave a reading. The evening was a decided success. 100 TTT ETT a Sunior Pigh % CBRE QE RE AEB AE DE EAE BE AE QA AE EOD BAB PE CBRE MISS MAY GALLAGHER Principal 101 An JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL The New Funtor High School With the hundreds of junior high schools springing into existence all over the country, the public is justified in asking, “What are junior high schools supposed to do?” The junior high school takes care of the education of the pupils in grades seven, eight, and nine; and its distinctive roll is to give to the pupils, in addition to the general education necessary for all normal citizens in a democracy, a chance to explore, by means of material in itself worth while, a variety of offerings from the fields of business, manual arts, and household arts. The purpose of such materials of instruction is to reveal to the pupils the possi- bilities which lie in these fields of work and to give them an appreciation of honest labor well done. The course of study in grades seven and eight should provide “try out” courses for exploring aptitudes, and abilities. These in turn serve as a basis for choice in electing future work.or study. In grade nine the pupils “carry on” the work selected in grade eight as result of “try out” courses, and purposes clearly conceived. Ten out of every one hundred pupils starting the first grade complete the senior high school, and yet there has until recently been no concerted action on the part of our American schools, either to guide the ninety, who have fallen by the wayside, into the life callings where their talents could be put to a maxi- mum use; or to judiciously direct the courses of study of the ten who complete the senior high school. The junior high school must open its doors of opportunity as wide to the future artisan, artist, merchant and farmer, as it does to the future doctor, law- yer, preacher or teacher. It must serve all sorts of pupils destined for a great variet y of occupations. This is the reason for offering a broadened and en- riched curriculm in the junior high school that will appeal to the pupils of preadolescent and adolescent ages; a broadened and enriched curriculum with its extra-curricular activities will help the pupils to do better the desirable things that they will do anyway. Improved standards of living and better home conditions have led to a new emphasis on proper lighting, ventilating, and general sanitary conditions in and around school buildings. This phase of education can be properly taken care of in the new junior high school by making provision for proper physical con- ditions and physical education. © It has been said that the most important task of the public schools is to produce good citizens. There are two ways in which boys and girls can be trained in school for citizenship: first through the curriculum; second, through participating in the organization and management of the school as a social unit. Pupil participation in school government should result in making each pupil a better citizen of his country by being a good citizen of his school. Character education must accompany intellectual training, otherwise the public schools will not be preparing the boys and girls, now in the schools, for the citizenship of the future. Our boys and girls should leave our schools for the school of life equipped not only with the necessary knowledges and skills, but also with the ability to think straight, and with the desirable ideals of citizenship which are so essential to the preservation of a Democracy. MAY A. GALLAGHER. 103 JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS JUNIOR HIGH FACULTY May Gallagher—-Mathematics Kstelouise Meekham—History Lulu Chapman—Science, English Marguerite Scanlon—English, Civics, Geography Winifred Gallagher—Literature, Drawing Hazel Packard—Mathematics Alice Lane—English, Penmanship GRADUATING CLASS OF 1926 Pauline Amsden Phyllis Anderson Joseph Ashe Beatrice Bailey Henry C. Beaudoin Harold B. Bell Paul Bonnelle Katherine A. Brady Marion Barker Helen Boyle Blanche Brown Christina C. Bartimo George Beaulieu Leslie E. Brown Clarence Breado Henry Baker Philip Casey Thomas R. Carney Jennie Cassasa Eleanor R. Cobleigh Elizabeth Cummings Aileen C. Cloutier Catherine A. Callahan William D. Capone Dorothy Connolly Rachel Crawley Mildred I. Chase Francis Collins Ruth E. Cook Lloyd H. Couillard Evelyn Comerford Leon Clapper Antonio Celli Irving Campbell Raymond Caron Mildred Cleveland Violet Coleman Carl Crosby Thelma Davis Henry W. Dowd Marion V. Day Dorothy M. Dean James M. Dupont Marjorie Day Tacia Despotopulos Charles Dohla William J. Davidson Marion L. Derosier Bernice Donaldson Anne Desmond Robert J. Davidson Herbert Douglas Eleanor G. Evans Ralph Foster John A. Furbush Raymond Fitzgerald Russell L. Fleming Edward Freel Catharine Flynn Josephine Funaiole Edna Gauthier Loring F. Gardner Edward Gleason Rita Goodrow William Gray Dorothy Gallagher William B. Gerrie Anne Gurry Carl Gallagher Frederick Gillis Russell Grenon Eleanor Grenon Madeline Hazzard Harold B. Hill Raymond Hughes Elinor Haines Robert Harris Arlene Harrington Frederick Hooper Charles H. Harnden John E. Hallahan Marian Harris Russell Holman Lena Johnson Ethel L. Johnson Mary A. Julian Nishan Robert Kavigan Chester E. Kennedy Katherine R. Kane Ruth Kalin Olive B. Kendall Gwendolyn Kramme Barbara Ladeau Alfred Lafave Clement Lanza Joseph F. Loughlin Wayne P. LePage Winnifred Lamothe Regina LaCroix Esther Locke Madeline Lowe Maria Lanza Gunnar G. Lambert Kathleen Laprade Esterina Lisciotte Catherine Lundigan Rebecca Lynch Armas Laine Norma Lambert Thomas Lavin Francis Lundigan Leo La France Albert Mackee Harriet E. McMilleon Beatrice L. McMilleon Helen McDonald Harold McCra nn Madeline McCormick Elizabeth Mullaney Philip Mahan Albert E. Mazzaferro Arthur McGuiness Edmund H. Maxfield William A. McNeel Anna Mahan Kathleen McGowan Doris MacMackin Charles Merithew Mary Moccaldo Francis Wass Constance Nicholson James Noble Mary E. O’Toole Ruth Olson Edward O’Donnell Madaline O’Donnell James Outen Gladys Peabody Antonio Padula Marjorie Patoel Ruth Proctor Cecile B. Paine Rolf S. Paine John Pastore Edward Paul Estella Pennery Norman Poultney Josephine Quatrale Evelyn L. Ricker Ronald Rand Daniel J. Reagan Carroll F. Richardson Miriam Rosenberg 106 Arthur Smith Ralph Rossier Florence Solomon Donald W. Shaw Katherine M. Sheehan Madeline E. Smith John F. Shannon Norma Smith John Sweeney Sumner W. Sears Catherine Scanlon John Scanlon Annie Schutt Claire Schutt Anna Stacewicz Mathew Strypek Vernon Steeves William Saladini Fanny Salvatore Lois Shoemaker Marie Saltonstall - Arthur Somes Arnold Sawin Charles Shunaman Leo Tessier Anna Tocci John Tobin Elizabeth Tucker Gordon P. Whitney Virginia R. Watson Howard P. Wenzel Helen Walsh Catherine Whitton Bertha Wood Dorothy Wass Allan Wheeler Charles Wood Franklin Wilfert Philip Wright Merton Richardson Stanley Ricker Ethel Rodgers M innie Rowe Louise Rose Roderick E. Rosier Earl Rugg = ad DS Maw —————— eg : 177 Cae 5 po N aires: ei a, f ZZ ) Deonine The Leonine Now the Leonine, product of student and faculty cooperation, is in your hands, readers, and may it be even better than you had hoped. Although the editors are perfectly willing to confess that the book is by no means perfect, they refuse to apologize for anything! If mistakes are to be found, may the editors of future yearbooks profit by the misdoings of their humble predeces- sors. The Leonine is the first yearbook that the students of Leominster High School have published for many years. The cooperation of the faculty and the students with the staff has been the principal factor in bringing about its debut. One thing the staff of ’26 has realized, however, as work neared completion, “We should have started earlier.” To remedy this sad misfortune the Leonine editors for ’27 will be elected before the close of school in June. Here’s to future yearbook staffs, may they always publish a bigger and better book, and may there always be a bigger and better school to appreciate it. THE EDITORS. WITH APOLOGIES TO MILTON (The Lament of the overworked and undermarked Seniors. ) When I consider how the night has passed, Ere half my labors arduous I’m through; My English difficult, is done at last, But Math examples, hard, by no means few, Await me yet; my spirits in me boil At thought of teachers grim, with purpose strong, To make me flunk or else to make me toil Unceasingly, unendingly and long. When I consider this, I think that all My teachers justice and the truth do shirk, And that the school is not the place at all To learn in, but the place in which to work— Till all the knowledge gained has come to naught Until the night and day are but toil fraught! Saunders MacLane, ’26 it by pai rae tA th id mo Calendar 1925-26 Grand epening—Biz resh! Feetball practice bezin=. Freshmen mistake the library for an information burean Grady enly speke twice today—what is goimz to happen? Will these Freshmen ever learn? Physical terture besin=. Band rehearsal—appreciated by all. Whe didn't hear Kneeland = piccolo pickle? Senter Class meeting “Much Ade About Nothins First game of season. Maynard bews te us 260 First regalar chapel Nerthbridze alse steep: te us on the sridiren Harry kmew bis English lesson—what 2 miracle! New Lenden same Dance! Samgine im chapel! Hew sweet it ! Mr. Murphy ence more washes feetbeards: m Assembly Hall. Bis debate m Ensiich Club. [ich 2gamsi Irkh Why did Miz: Tully end the little bov= home? Fire drill—Jeery spreads the news. Biz Senier-Junier game. Whe won? Repert Cards—frst sheck! First issue of L. H. S. News. Teachers cenventien. Peace and quiet reign! Gene bat met ferzetten! New we knew bow Mary D- sot the canary wine. Mr. Cebarn speaks: at assembly on the preservatien of the frigate Consiitutien “Sanup — cheerfal sate receipts Parent! Night! The Slence of the tomb prevailed L. 3. S News—featerme deaths and murders. Jest befere the battle. mother! Hail the cemquerime herees come! Oh Boy! Leommster ¢—Fitchburs Jemier Prem—Biz time! Feetbeall captzin—L. Blemberz. Brady set A im the French tex. What did the Ete Freshmen bear im their special Ass ¥? Mr. Perter teaches Chemistry tedzy! Really? INN Le aN GS f FR) AG Heonine 16 Peachy wasn’t in the Library—What! Possible ? 17 Victory Banquet—Heap Big Pow Wow! 18 English Club Christmas Party. We have (actors) in our midst. Oh those old fashioned dances! 22 Annual Christmas assembly. Miss Shackley does her stuff. 23 Vacation at last! ! ! ! 23 Senior Prom. There’s many a tired sole tonight. 1 Alumni take a tumble! 4 Back again. How glad the teachers are to see us! 5 Red het senior class meeting. 6 Report cards. Break the news to mother. 7 L. H. S. News comes out featuring football pictures. 8 We played Cushing Seconds. Beat their first. 1 The Invaders were conquered! Waltham was conquered! 12 Annual staff chosen. 13. The Chairs proved stronger than the Combs, alas! 15 Ye Famous Library Beauty Parlor dedicated by Mr. Smith. 17 Announcing—Lecker room quartette, noted for Venetian Lullabies. We solicit your business. 1 Seven shining Sensations at Music Hall! 7 Humorous (?) issue of the News. 9 What sharks we are! Card Party. 10 Big storm—(no school). 11 Senior Sunlight Hop. Music appreciated by all. 12 Lincoln essays read in assembly. Nancollas wins by vote of school. 14 The Freshmen were right—the Libr ary is an information bureau! 16 Oi—Oi, we want the 50 “centses.” Gold footballs awarded. 18 Popularity ballot—Who wins? 22 They gave us a day off. 23 Officer exams. Who’s who? 24 Group pictures taken. Shortage of cameras. 25 Band’s debut at assembly. All laugh records broken. March 2 Where was Eddy’s coaching at W. North? 8 L. Club established. 11 Senior Girls’ Club—More gab. 15 Try-outs for senior play. Many are called but few are chosen. 16 Annual and News staff supper. 17. The morning after the night before—Stomach aches. What? 18 Sports turn journalists. Who'd a thunk it? 19 Senior class meeting. Yea verily, our conduct is seemly and dignified. 22 Spring is here—Mud—Mud—Mud. 110 onine 25 Posted:—List of graduates—Maybe? 30 English Club in charge freshmen. Shalloo’s 1926 Model appears. April Fool’s day. Epidemic of cameritis ends. Operetta’s all-star cast is shining. How interesting Aigebra II has become! eo omnhs = Marathon Race—Schell breaks the tape—A Freshman surprise. 20 Vaudeville a “screaming” success. 21 Actors don’t look natural with the remains of make-ups on. 22 Mr. Porter, Burgess Brady speak at assembly. 26 Vocational guidance week. Speakers every day. 27 Operetta—Why the flop, Hilda? 29 Seniors may now see their own faces. 30 School closes for short rest. 1 Schell loses a necessary part of his wardrobe. 3 Already for the last lap. 10 Likeness for likeness. 21 Indian War Dance. White Trousers. Blue Buttons. Dust—Dustier— Dustiest. Military Ball! One blaze of glory—Who’s that Major? 26 Seven Chances. Hedge engineers the ladies for Burgess to vamp. The Year Book goes to press! Final fadeout. Draw your own conclusions. 111 Chat the CHomen Are Coming To What are the women and girls of today coming to? [am sorry to say that no one seems to know. Where are their long tresses that men have always adored? They are gone! Gone into some waste basket or thrown upon some public dump. Many a barber has risen from poverty to riches by the sale of maidens’ tresses to mattress-making concerns. The weaker sex complained of the heat and cut its hair in what was known as the dutch cut or bob. Even this did not rid them of their hot headedness. Oh! where are the beautiful long- haired maidens that poets rave about? The latest fad in dress is the chain and sinker or choker. This long dog collar, which goes by the name of the lariat chain, life line, ete., hangs from madam’s neck. These very beautiful hangings, or means of imprisonment bend her to the ground. Rings in the nose, hangers on the ears, and all kinds of barbaric ornaments now make up her clothing. The girls when they dress in feminine apparel, which is not very often, take after the song of “Roll ’em, Girls.” The sophomore and freshman girls are very proficient at rolling their own. Many men do not kick about this fad, but all are wondering if the palm leaf will ever come into fashion. A man can no longer slap his companion unawares for fear of hitting some poor defenseless woman. Brother Bob has to keep his clothes in a safe, or sister Susie would wear them to work. We gave the women the right to vote and now they are taking everything else. You must be a private detective or a person with a very good imagination to recognize your best girl friend. The camouflage or protective coloring which is donned by some of the fair ones, makes one wonder if they are trying to imi- tate the Leviathan or the Wreck of the Hesperus. Even the freshmen and sophomores can be scarce seen, reposed behind their artistic attempts. This coat of enamel serves for a very good disguise for shop-lifters! “Follow the style or get out,” is their motto. The old saying, “Be yourself, Lady,” could make a great difference if women of today followed it. Paul Lyon, ’28 A SONNET TO SHORTHAND When school began I found before my eyes A maze of circles, loops, straight lines, and curves; Then puzzling rules caused long and hopeless sighs. “Alas!” I said, “This does get on my nerves!” A short curve means an “r”; a long, an “I”; A circle goes inside the curve, ’tis said. But then I could not see how one could tell— I wrote them all outside the curve instead! But now, indeed, they puzzle me no more; No phrase, no rule, no principle, no blend, Can make me stop and think as once of yore. Tis easy as the outline for “extend.” A test on wordsigns, did I hear you say? Oh, well, I don’t know wordsigns anyway! “Lee,” ’26 112 Sometime The fire, burning brightly on the rude stone hearth, flung out flickering shadows on the log walls, distorting the knot holes and seams into weird mon- sters. It gave the heavily frosted windows a glittering color like the jewels about a lady’s throat. By the fire sat two people, deeply engrossed in each other, Pierre LeBlanc, Governor of New France, and Marie Duvac, whose father was commander of a port on the Richelieu. Marie’s black head and blacker eyes were bent over a tiny ornament, a sil- ver crescent encrusted with diamonds, which sparklingly reflected the light of the fire. “Oh, it’s so lovely. Pierre, lovely!” she exclaimed. “But it must have cost a great deal!” “It is and it did, but what is money to me? When you are married to the Governor you shall have so much that that bauble will seem worthless The girl fastened it among ae coils of her dusky hair and said, ‘Don’t say that! Because you gave it to me, I shall cherish it forever, until I die!” Then he exacted that promise which sent him out into the cold, moonlit stillness of the night with a smile on his lips and which softened for many days, the face which men called hard. When spring should come again to old Quebee, she would bring Marie Duvac to wed the greatest man in the country. For several days, Pierre’s canoe drifted down stream from the Richelieu into the St. Lawrence, without incident. Then his canoe was wrecked in a rapid, and the party forced to spend the night at a nearby English settlement. This Was a source of great annoyance to LeBlane for although England and France were nominally at peace, border raids were not infrequent and feeling ran high. Pierre, distrusting his hosts, chose to sleep alone in a cabin some distance from the fort. He dreamt he was standing quite alone in a vast plain, holding in leash a pack of wolves, great, lean, shaggy brutes, whose fangs dripped blood. Against his better judgment, he loosed them and suddenly Marie stood there in the path of the beasts. He was powerless to move and his calls only urged them on. Nearer and nearer they drew! One of them leaped at that w hite throat! and . . . Pierre awoke with a start, conscious of a vague, confused medley of noises. The din grew momentarily louder until it resolved itself into women’s shrieks, the voices of men in their last agonies, and hideous Indian war W hoops. He understood. A raid, secretly instigated by himself was being conducted in the most approved and blood-thirsty manner. His mouth tw isted in an ironical smile when he thought what a story it would make in the colonies, When it was known that he had been killed in one of these atrocities, which in- spired in them such intense hatred of anything French. However, the Indians confined themselves to the fort, with the exception of one brave who staggered drunkenly toward the cabin. A pistol spat and one less wretch fled the ruined village at daybreak. The other Frenchmen were not so fortunate and Pierre LeBlane had to sit next day, cooling his heels on the bank, while he awaited transportation. At last a rickety canoe, propelled by a seedy looking squaw, came into view around a bend in the river. Hailing her with delight. he marooned man set out once more. But ill luck follow A him still, eRe in effecting a landing that evening 113 at a French village, the Indian’s old paddle broke and Pierre, in the bow, was hurled against a rock and seriously injured. So it was that a month later, instead of being in his court at Quebec, he lay, wan and weak, in a darkened room; his only attendant, Marie Duvac, who at the first news of this disaster, had hastened to him. “Marie,” the patient begged her with his eyes to come and sit beside him, “how can I ever repay you for the care which you have given me?” “Tt’s no matter,” she replied, “but there is something you can do for me. When you were delirious with fever, you talked wildly about some Indian raid. I have heard much concerning them and nothing good. Please stop them, for I know you can. Please do!” “Women,” Pierre remarked with asperity, “should never interfere in poli- tics.” Nevertheless he proceeded to explain that when the time came for actual fighting, the fewer outposts the English had the better. The easiest method of eliminating them was to bribe the Indians to massacre. “But,” persisted the girl, “why kill the women and children? Surely they do no harm.” “Once an Indian has drawn blood there is no stopping him,” was the answer. “Besides,” he continued, “the women have the hair, which brings a good price in Quebec to make wigs for fine gentlemen. A red man can never resist gold.” Marie shuddered and instinctively put her hand to her head. “Yes,” she said, “but pretty soon the Indians will disregard nationalities and sometime they might turn against you.” But Pierre only laughed scornfully. A trifle thin but otherwise none the worse for his accident of two months before, Pierre LeBlanc stood at the window of his dressing room, gazing at the peacefully flowing river. Spring had come at last with her soft breeze, her sweet perfumes of lovely flowers and her tingling tonic of youthfulness. All in all, the world was going right for the Governor. He was assured of reap- pointment for the coming year, his lady love was even then on her way down the river to marry him, he had a new suit of blue and white satin which set off his six feet of healthy manhood to perfection and he was also the proud possessor of a wig. About him, as his valet put the finishing touches to his costume, stood a group of young gallants engaged upon their favorite indoor sport, namely——flattering their betters. “Ah, milord,” murmured a languid youth, “you have a fine suit which will cause many languishing glances or I mistake me.” Not to be outdone, another chimed in, “And that new wig; it’s so dark and silky that it sets off your eyes amazingly fine.” Pierre turned and complacently surveyed that article in a nearby mirror. “Queer thing about that wig,” commented the barber. “I had the hair from an Indian, not a week ago, who had but just come from up river. A shrewd old fellow at a bargain, but his eyes missed something. Here, see what I found among those locks.” In the hand of the Governor of all New France lay a little silver crescent, encrusted with diamonds, which sparkingly reflected the light of the spring sunshine. “Sometime . % Marion MacArthur, ’27 114 SCIENCE AND MORE SCIENCE Consider the plight of the average student, when he starts a course of chemistry. O Juniors! think well before you cross the threshold of the chem- istry laboratory. These ideas they call “theories” are queer things, especially in Chemistry. For instance chemists do not even know that molecules exist, but they can back up some awful laws for them to obey. Chemists do not know how to explain certain phenomena, still they make all sorts of theories about them, and they express their formulae in a language that does not even slightly resemble English. Contemplate the case of ions. An ion is said to be a minute particle, con- sisting of a nucleus, with electrons whirling about it. When some substances are put into solution, they are said to ionize. Th e word ionize isn’t hard enough to understand, so scientist go even further and call it Chemical dissociation, thus simplifying it, (in their opinions). For all the good such explanations do us, they might as well be written in Arabic, on paraffin paper, in invisible ink. Sulphuric acid “eats” copper because its ions beat against the copper and break it down. For a wonder all chemists agree on this point. Bravo! We are glad they agree on something, but what good does that do the struggling Chemistry students? Maybe doctors can all agree some day, that consumption is caused by the beating of ions against lungs of the unfortunate sufferer. If this be the case, we sincerely hope that the unruly ions will be duly subdued. Then again, there is always the old problem of breaking the atom, to be considered. No one has done it yet; everyone hopes to. It keeps more people up at night than radios, or cross-word puzzles. If we wish to break it, what is it? Chemists say that it is part of a molecule. We may, or may not agree with them, (usually not), but since a molecule cannot be proved to exist, why should fhe atom?) Never mind if it does not exist, we are going to break it anyway. I suggest that they wait until the end of the world; then the atom will be broken along with the rest. At any rate since pursuing Chemistry I have a new conception of Heaven and Hell! Maybe Heaven is a place where we all become reduced to mole- cules. We return to earth after having united with other molecules of our kind. Then in that case, Hell would be a place where we are all ionized, and we “eat” each other by the beating of our ions. Some day these problems will be solved, we hope, if only for the well-being of our future Chemistry classes. Roger Taft, ’26 A STORM Although it was but early afternoon, the clouds, which pressed lower and lower, were coal black. Suddenly a dancing flash lighted the heavens from east to west. Clashing close upon this, a deafening explosion rent the earth. The whole universe was alight with lurid flames. Thunder tumbled from the hills, as driven by some unseen force and shrieked like a bursting shell. The world was filled with a deluge of sound. M. Fraser, ’26 5) OX . ll i TP. Avy =A Bs _ yl ne ha J yo nine SCHOOL SPIRIT Of what use is the School Spirit about which we hear so much? To the casual observer, the High School seems to be a place intended solely to develop in its pupils a blind, all-engrossing school spirit. Everything done in our noble institution appears to be but a means to this end. Every pupil should show his school spirit by buying a football season ticket and attending all the games; every pupil should show his school spirit by subscribing to the Year Book and to the News; every pupil should show his school spirit and see all the basketball and baseball games. At times, one feels like rebelling against these seemingly tyrannical demands. However, upon further deliberation we can see why this is necessary. The school, it is generally agreed, should fit its pupils for life by making its sur- roundings and its atmosphere as much like life itself as is possible. Students should be given opportunities to develop their own special talents and interests. Obviously, one of the ways to do this is to provide as many different extra-curri- culum activities as possible for they develop the initiative of every participating pupil, increase their individual talents and thus greatly augment the all-mind value of a high school education. It is clear, moreover, that none of these activities can attain their full effec- tiveness unless they are supported by the school as a whole. Of course, every pupils is not interested in every activity, but some time in his High School career he will be vitally concerned with one or more of them. In return for the support which he will expect to and ought to receive then, he should at all times give his support to all the other student activities. If we all want to get the best education possible, we must co-operate to the greatest extent with every one else in the school. This is school spirit in its truest and finest sense. CONTRAST What an awe-inspiring sight it was! The tiny, picturesque village nestled amidst the stately hills seemed so devoid of life. Everything was enveloped in mist. Suddenly, beams of light radiated above the horizon as the sun appeared. Gradually, the grey clouds turned a faint pink; the mist faded. The sun brightened everything in its path; even the window panes of the quaint homes glowed in the reflected light. Slowly signs of life appeared in the village. A new day had begun. ©, ©, 19. (ee) 10) e) @) (e ie- 0) 10 oh) 6) oie) 6 ee Dull, heavy clouds obstruct the view of the mountain tops. Rain pours down upon the tiny village until it seems that it will be washed away. The trees shriek and strain; even the houses seem to groan. V. Johnson, ’26 116 Allen, Raymond Armstrong, Blanche Ashe, Martha Bailey, Rosalie Barton, George Bates, Elinor Beedle, Louise Blood, Sara Bodo, Clarence Boyle, Alice Brabson, Dorothy Britton, Jacob Brooks, Helen Burnap, Everett Cameron, Wallace Carlson, Edward Chapman, Richard Dolan, Francis Dolan, Joseph Downs, Philip Dufort, Alice Dugan, Raymond Duppee, Earle Dyer, Marion Emery, Ruth Fischer, Bowers Gallagher, Alice Gillis, Agnes Gillis, Francis Gorman, Barbara Gove, Clifford Haley, Ruth Hamm, Harold Harris, Charles Hartman, Raymond Hines, Irene Class of 1925 Sterling 16 Nashua St. 62 Allen St. 12 Washington PI. 188 Walnut St. 180 Orchard Terrace 131 Washington St. 430 Pleasant St. 79 Water St. 681 Pleasant St. 369 Main St. 46 Manchester St. 218 Mechanic St. 48 Tolman Ave. 19 West St. 771 Merriam Ave. 396 Main St. 83 Boutelle St. 89 Allen St. 37 Richardson St. 53 Third St. 5 Orchard Terrace 3 Floral Pl. 220 Merriam Ave. 166 Hamilton St. 908 Main St. 21 Allen St. 50 Hamilton St. 34 Haws St. 26 Second St. Harvard St., Lancaster Allen St. West Coxsockie, N. Y. 40 Joslin St. 62 George St. Boutelle St. 118 At home N. E. Novelty Co. Viscoloid Office Posse School Shapley’s Store Bridgewater Normal Worcester Memorial Hospital Fitchburg Normal Worcester Post School Fitchburg Normal Viscoloid Office Clark University Leslie Real Estate Office Wentworth Institute B. U. Business Administration Bentley School Harvard University Fitchburg Normal Fitchburg Normal Wellington Piano Case Co. Fitchburg Normal Crain’s Drug Store Leominster Steam Laundry Keene Normal Viscoloid Office At Home Viscoloid Co. Newberry’s Store Wheelwright Co. P. G. At Home Viscoloid Co. At Home P. G. Clark University Fitchburg Normal Houde, Adolph Irving, Ruth Janelle, Eveline Johnson, Christie Johnson, Evelyn Kalin, Eunice Kingsbury, Kermit Leahey, Francis Lent, Deane Lister, Hazel Lynch, Russell Mahan, John McGrath, Adelaide McHugh, James McKenney, Ruth Mitchell, Ruth Moore, Marion Murley, James Murphy, Margaret Nutting, Evelyn Padovano, John Parker, Frances Paul, Hazel Paul, Jean Peacock, George Perry, Alexander Popp, Earle Pratt, Frances Preston, Alston Putnam, Arthur Queenan, Anna Reynolds, Wallace Reynolds, Walter Richardson, Rachel Richmond, Helen Ruby, Mildred Seaver, Ruth Shannon, Rita CLASS OF 1925 351 West St. 208 Washington St. 175 Central St. 29 Harrison St. Lowe St. 207 Union St. Pierce St. 164 Tisdale St. Sterling 21 Bennet PI. 281 Pleasant St. 58 Daley St. 31 Bishop St. 39 Grand St. 209 Union St. Green St. Sterling 124 Cottage St. 34 Cotton St. 280 Prospect St. 334 Laneaster St. 334 Main St. Pleasant St. 9 George St. 132 Crawford St. 73 Orchard St. 53 Green St. Pratts Junction 15 Arlington St. 220 West St. 391 Main St. Colburn St. Colburn St. 222 Merriam Ave. Arlington St. Cottage St. Central St. Harrison St. 119 Holy Cross College Northfield Seminary At Home Rowley Shaw Co. Deaconess Hospital BAG: P. G. Pierce Motor Co. Mass. College of Pharm. Baker’s Dry Goods Store Fitchburg Normal Cluett Peabody At Home Villanova College Fitchburg Normal Office Wheelwright Co. At Home Leominster Worsted Co. Fitchburg Normal At Home Star Mfg. Co. Pac: Viscoloid Office Bryant Stratton School Viscoloid Bryant Stratton Business School, Bos- ton Bryant Stratton School Texas Northeastern University Viscoloid Co. Leominster Gas Elec. Office Ames’ Grocery Store Bassett Baker Co. Keene Normal School At Home Office of Blanket Mill in Troy, N. H. Fitchburg Normal Jewett Piano Office Sieberg, Alma Simard, Charlotte Smith, Lillian Spaulding, Marion Sullivan, Helen Sullivan, William Swanson, Ina Tannahill, Marion Taylor, Alfred Thompson, Florence Thompson, Russell Thurston, Priscilla Tourtellot, Dora Turgeon, Adelard Wedge, Leta Wheeler, Kasson Whitney, Alfred Witt, Warren CLASS OF 1925 117 Pond St. 70 Water St. Pleasant St. Myrtle St. Third St. 94 Union St. Granite St. West St. Central St. 101 Benjamin St. 16 Watson Ave. Boutelle St. Central St. Laurel St. 82 River St. 18 Richardson St. 53 Eaton St. 547 Pleasant St. Newberry’s Store Co-operative Bank Fitchburg Normal Viscoloid Co. Fitchburg Normal P. G. Viscoloid Office Bryant Stratton School Betts Miles Co. Viscoloid Co. Monadnock Country Club P. G. Wachusett Shirt Co. Office Independent Lock Key Co. P. G. Fuller Brush Co. Bridgeport, Conn. High School Middlebury College Alumm Thoughts The Freshmen, meek youngsters, Green as the grass, Looking up at their school, they wonder, faintly, What it’s all about. A tinge of sophistication begins to appear; Then, with the swift passing of Time They are Sophomores. The Sophomores, with the thin veneer cf what To them Is worldliness, begin Slowly To doubt whether 120 � ) Y It’s all about—anything; And, ere the thought Crystallizes, They are Juniors. The Juniors, awakening Ambition, Look upon two years past, many Experiences. They think they are beginning to understand What it’s all about. Yet, ere they can make a Decision, Thev are Seniors. The Seniors, bearing themselves loftily, Have no time to meditate on What it’s all about. Hints of future fame Appear Among them. They have much work to do, But, ere they can turn, They are Graduates. The Alumni, proud diplomas in hand, Put on a show of great Sophistication. Vaguely They understand they will never know What it’s all about. Slowly They forget to wonder. Swift is the flight of time. They are Men of the World. The old school still Stands. Jacob Britton, ’25 121 7 i, Medd B: ij 42 conine THE NEW EPOCH DICTIONARY asinine—especially pertaining to sheiks and their followers. awful—to be applied to Ralph Kirkpatrick’s hand writing. booby—usually connected with a prize such as Hadley Casey or William Polley. corking—a fitting adjective for freshmen grades. darn—a substitute for d n. egotistical—especially applicable to seniors who believe in auto-centric-theory. flunk—a state of collapse. gigele—Mildred Kendall. Henry—a moniker for Walter’s car. “T’— Me. jam—a sheik’s pampered idol. kouple—two such as are found in the hall every day during recess. Leominster—a high school with town attached. man—“love him and leave him.” nonsense—freshmen conversation. opposite—Hodge and MacNevin. punch—something to drink, give, or receive. quaint—now obsolete as adjective when applied to feminine sex. ride—what this section furnishes. salt—the juniors’ idea of themselves next year. tender—Harold Goodale’s feelings for us—“Oui.” violet—specimen—see Sarah R. work—unknown in L. H. S. Xmas—“’Tis better to give than to receive.” youth—something for the older generation to crab about. zany—you and me—maybe. Hel 1D) Gis OUR DARING GESTER'S (2) END! REQUIESCAT IN PACE—IMPOSSIBLE!! 122 Hips anon ake Ea Re 2 Visions of the Camera, ff a7 4 ddie, the man of steel. SILAS ERY WHO? WHAT? WHEN?WHERE? - isnt what he was! ng aneducation. — All alone to-gether. A hop, skip,an � i | Ss ‘ Rae —- W, CORLISS = a PLORER PHOTOGRAP PRCBELL EXPLORER PHILOSOPHE MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING L. ib. S. Daily Mews CIRCULATION RAPID SENSATIONAL TRIAL Court iar, Jammed at Murder Case Leominster District Court was mobbed this morning at the trial of Mr. Jeremiah Shalloo vs. Mr. Smith. Mr. Shalloo was charged with getting Mr. Smith’s goat and apparently murdering it or otherwise injuring the goat’s constitution. Everybody reported a good time. The famous female barristers, Misses Tully, Duval and Baldwin, appeared for de- fendant and Mr. Smith spoke for him- self. A There were many witnesses. The first was Miss Margaret Earl. She said in “Given, 2 male persons and one goat. To prove, that one of said persons did or did not steal goat. Use indirect method.” But, like many geometry proofs, this one fell short, owing to Miss Earl’s unfamiliarity with goats in general. Miss Earl wore a snappy dress embroidered with geometrical and algebraic formulas. Mr. E. J. Schulte spoke for about two hours. He had nothing to say concern- ing the case, however. Miss Agnes Lynch took the stand. She wore a red dress bordered with monkey’s fur. She wept into a green handkerchief bordered with black. Asked if she was weeping for Mr. Shalloo or Mr. Smith, she replied, for neither, that she wept for the goat. Mr. Everett Donnelly took the stand but his comments were inaudible. Next came Miss Olive Greensfelder. When the clerk prepared to swear her in, she declined, saying that she belonged to the W. T. C. U. and never used pro- short: fanity. She was simply bubbling over with suggestions as to improving the courtroom. Mrs. MacLane took the stand. She said she had nothing much to say except she thought Mr. Smith’s bearing was so military and Mr. Shalloo’s looks divine. (Continued on page 4) TOURNAMENT A GREAT SUCCESS The tournament held in the athletic field was a great success. This novel affair, modeled after those in Scott’s Ivan- hoe, was sponsored by the brilliant fresh- men. The band first rendered a jazz inter- pretation of “Nearer My God To Thee.” Although the dancing of the Charleston was forbidden, many of those present, who had taken advantage of the six Charleston lessons at the Music Hall, performed the wicked dance. They were able to do so uncensured for they had learned at the theatre to practice it while seated. The Bull fight throwing contest fol- lowed. This was the feature of the day and proved to be risky and exciting. Al- though there were many contestants, our gallant Izzy easily surpassed his oppo- nents and came into his own. As -he threw the bull, cheer after cheer rent the air. However his victory was not wholly unexpected, for he has a great reputation here for his ability in this line. The airplane race proved not less in- teresting. The planes were constructed by the owners and had often been tested Several, because of faulty construction, lost out in the first lap. Others strayed from the course, but finally “The Skyrocket,’ constructed by Pelletier, reached its goal and for once his ability in airplane piloting received its just appreciation. The skipping ended the meet. Although the records of the freshmen and juniors were not meager the honor fell to a sen- We have kindly consented to with- during class hours. ior. (Continued on page 4) WEATHER REPORT Fair with possible Steadily rising temperature, probably falling be- low zero at noon. Moon rises sometime after sunset. Auto and street lights to be lit on the same brand of home brew as usual. U. and Us. Weather Bureau. storms. BREACH OF PROMISE Prominent Man-of-Affairs and Athlete Involved in Curious Tangle as Result of Trip to Gardner Harry John Bell, a prominent athlete and well-known leader in high school affairs at Leominster, is named as de- fendant in one of the most curious breach of promise cases in the history of Wor- cester County law. It is reported that Harry (who by the way usually gets along famously (?) with the women) accompanied the basket- ball team, as usual, to Gardner. Sir Bell, however, mistook the Gard- ner State Colony for the building where the game was to take place. He wan- dered in and was immediately accosted by Little Red Riding Hood. “Will you kindly direct me to the show- ers and dressing room?” asked Harry. “April showers bring May flowers. Have some snuff. Meet the Queen of Sheba, old dear! Do you like Turkey with Greece? Cheese is nutritious to in- habitants of Formosa.” Harry thought this was the latest lingo and decided to emulate Grady’s actions toward one of the gentle sex. Chucking her under the chin, Harry replied, “Aw say, Kiddie, frosh, aren’t vou? Or maybe you’re a soph? Can the bunk! Lead me to the gym.” “Tim? He left long ago. I clubbed him to death on one of my off days.” “Won't you show me to the manager?” asked Mr. Bell. “Yes. You must meet Napoleon! Won first prize at the Battle of Bull Durham. It certainly was a Lucky Strike! He rode a Camel, not a Cut Plug. Fatima is his first cousin. His mother’s aunt’s maiden name was Chesterfield. Do you smoke?” Bell—our own staid, proper, woman- hating Harry—was for the first time in his immortal life—flustered. “Show me to the lockers of this school (Continued on page 4) Le. H. S. DAILY NEWS L. H. S. DAILY NEWS|WILL IT COME TO THIS? | AROUND THE CLOCK LEOMINSTER, MASS. JUNE, 1926 EDITORIAL (With a bow to Walt Mason) “SHEER NONSENSE” Alas, alack, my brain I rack for lowly inspirations of Turkish mats, or Maltese Cats, or Sheiks with dissipations. My mother she does fret and weep as thoughts I swiftly slaughter; to me she’ll waltz with smelling salts and douse my head with water. The room is quiet and peaceful now, thru my discourse I’ll roam. My subject, ladies and their drones, is “Why Many Girls Leave Home.” Some say the devil stays in hell, but this I think not true. To prove this, Pll a story tell which will enlighten you: Slick Satan called: “O Mama dear, stoke up the fires, and let the sinners glow. Pass me my hat (put out the cat) and l’ll a-tempting go.” On earth he came on business bent— a gentleman quite dapper. about for some to tempt and then espied a flapper. She was a girl of L. H. S. and she was quite the cherries, shaved of neck and short of and bonnet from New- berry’s. The devil whispered in her ear, “Oh Leave this High Come to the gay dress leave these rural sights. School without a tear. white lights!” Down her hose she stuck her cash. Not much of it had she. From Leomin- ster she made a dash. She was a fool, you see! The devil laughed in gayest mirth. It made him very happy. For seldom on this staid old earth did he find one quite so sappy. She danced and smoked; the time she had was fine. She kissed strange men, (ooh!) stayed up all night, imbibed of sparkling wine. The devil went back where ’tis hot. His work on earth was done. The flapper went to the money pot, but shillings there were none. Her rubles gone, she skimped and starved. The fast set threw her down. Her downfall she had surely caryed. She’s now living on the town. So if to you the devil come, with lur- ing tales in store, heed not and quickly run. That’s all—there is no more. He looked | OFFICE REPORT Feb. 31, 2026 LEOMINSTER HIGH SCHOOL Absent: Everybody. Tardy: Everybody else. Dismissed: All-the remaining. NOTICES The girls’ smoking room must be kept cleaner. Boys wear their bloomers to gym to- morrow. The boys must wear longer skirts. It is disgraceful the way the girls turn and glance at their lower limbs in the halls. Pupils must also observe parking rules. Don’t pile your airplanes on top of each other on the roof. The boys are warned against marring the Ford in the Antique Department. Lost: An English I book, ‘Three Weeks” by Elinor Glynn. Return to Hee- za Frosh in the incubator on the first floor. : Girls: Check your pet skunks, snakes, elephants and baboons at the door. The Senior class will meet today in the Necking and Petting room. Classes in distilling will not meet to- day. Lost: Girl's geometry proposition book, “How to Catch a Husband.” B. WARE O’MEE, Principal. FOR TEACHERS Prayer meeting after school in the old Assembly Hall. SPORT SHOTS Spring is here. out The boys have been running in sneakers (these being all the essentials. ) They have also been ploughing up the Athletic Field, sliding to home. sign of le printemps. The white baseball suits have been stained a new natural terra in accord- ance with the latest fashionable color. A surer Kneeland is the champion of the new season and he expresses it adequately on his piccolo. Schell and his group, clad in sneakers, gently sway and daintily step to the “Spirit of Spring’? music. The well known Charleston now have worthy rivals. steppers Even the senior girls have felt the in- fluence of the new movement for .they exerted their energy on a May pole dance, The boys, however, are not. as yet, sur- passed. Rah for our dancing athletes. WITH A SENIOR 8.17 a. m. Opens one eye. Dresses. 8.18 a.m. Strolls into school munching breakfast doughnut. Kids Miss Farquhar into letting him off for tardiness. 8.18 to 9.00. Spends in assembly. Tit- ters during prayer. Rests feet on bal- cony rail. Detention. 9.00 to 9.40. Chemistry class. Manu- factures stink-bomb. Sets it off. Gets de- tention. ‘Tears up slip. i 10.30. Disposes of a few Froshes for light amusement. Throws one in the ash barrel, another down the ventilator and another down the elevator shaft. Gets de- tention. 11.10. Spills lunch counter soup. De- tention. 11.30. Interrupts Mr. Schulte during one of the latter’s discourses on a recent trip with his wife. Gets detention. 12.10. Argues with Miss Greensfelder over nothing. Nothing being the word “vacuum.” Detention. } 1.40. Goes home and tells mother how he is abused. 3.00 to 4.00. Very pleasant hour. (De- tention room will be in charge of Miss Tully this week.) 5.00 to 6.00. Breaks money. 7.00 to 12.00. Takes girl to high school dance on kid brother’s cash. Finds he hasn’t enough jack to get in. (Social problem: Should she pay?) 1.00. Takes her home. cial problem: inner bank for Satisfies kid brother’s man. pocket (Another so- Should she invite him in? Not if her pa knows it.) 2.00 to 8.00 a. m. Fights off insomnia by reciting “Elegy in a Country Church- yard.” ii 8.00. Finally falls asleep. Answer: LOCAL NEWS The annual kiddies’ May Party was held, Saturday, May 1. Paul Lyon won first prize in the doll carriage parade. _ Mr. John Joyce of the L. H. S. has re- cently purchased a new wig. Mr. Joyce’s former crowning glory was seriously de- pleted during his last minute write-ups for the sophomore news. The Freshman class have proven to be the exception to the rule, “that ivory doesn’t rust,” for the predominance of red hair among them is amazing. Mr. Wayne Schell has recently changed his place of residence. He desired to re- side in a more “interesting” section of the town. L. Hi. Ss, DAILY NEWS RECIPES (Delicatessen Delia) CHICKEN COQUETTES First catch your chicken—a small or medium size is most piquant. Add short- ening in form of an ensemble suit; beat in a permanent wave, add a dash of lip stick and lightly dust with Coty’s Pussy Willow Powder. When done to a turn, this is a most attractive dish! DOUGHNUTS This recipe is guaranteed to transform any damaged nut into a millionaire. Take a masculine specimen of L. H. S. brand of nuts, and add three hours of studying per night for four years. Add three parts of perseverance to two parts of ambition and brains. Place in a good job and let rise with accompanying raises in salary. Then let it settle on the top of the world. THIS ONE HAS PROVED VERY SUCCESSFUL Inside four brick walls, place twenty rooms (some too hot, some too cold,) an undersized gym with heavy beams, 4 lunch counter. and an Assembly Hall. Let stand until 8.15 a. m. Then add 600 lusty voices and about 25 teachers of as- sorted sizes; and thousands of books, pen- cils and rulers. Substitute Trixie for noise. All the girls and the lady teach- ers will do for sweetening. Add Felix and Deacon for shortening. If eggs are too costly, add a few Freshmen. They may be substituted for nuts also. Listen to the girls’ locker vicinities and teachers’ rest rooms for spice (in the form of gos- sip). If Mr. Schulte will expand his oratorical talents sufficiently, he may be used for yeast. Place Miss Shackley and several elocution pupils in the Assembly Hall and all the boys in the drill hall. Place a dainty little cupid (Arthur) at the top for a decoration. Eat all you want. ETIQUETTE COLUMN Dr. Actual Right: How should a gentleman lady? Dear Deac: It is always good form to cry out loudly, “How’s the kid?” or else, “Get here!” Dear Dr: Where should a gentleman walk when accompanying two women? BILL A brave gentleman always walks be- tween the women. If, however, he has a distaste for manslaughter he should walk at some distance behind them. address a DEAC SOCIAL GOSSIP John Grubb celebrated his birthday last evening at the Sterling Inn. His many friends attended, accompanied by feminine beauties. Grubb evidently be- lieves in the axiom that “It’s never late till twelve o’clock and after that it’s early,” for the party lasted indefinitely. The fourth year Latin class met the fourth period for their usual ecard party. Miss Lockey shuffled and reshufled the cards, drawing at length the joker. It was Anna Wilder’s play; she made hearts trumps, leading the king. Mon- tagna followed with the queen; but Casey, however, blushing a bright Kelly green, reniged and cordingly. his score was adjusted ac- Miss Kramme then mechan- ically played the wrong card, and thus lost a trick. Miss Jones was then charged with stacking the pack, but before the question was settled the passing bell rang. The younger set valiantly supported the vaudeville on April 19. A delega- tion of freshmen in twos was conspicu- ous on the main floor, LOCAL CURIOSITY An optimistic student of history startled the world by announcing that the Haps- burgs were not a warlike people for they gained their territory by advantageous marriages. He evidently overlooked the fact that marital and martial are syn- onymous, and marriage is but a lifetime war, ending in the death of both parties. DISTRICT COURT Francis Grady appeared before Judge Smith in district court this morning, charged with parking his car on the grass in the common. He pleaded not guilty. His case was continued for a later hear- ing. ing the peace, pleaded not guilty. He was found guilty and fined $150. Judge I. Newit continued for further evidence the case of Peacock and Pike, freshmen, whose sanity has been in grave doubt ever since May 20. secutive days they answered in great de- tail all questions propounded in history class. The instructor took steps for their incarceration. immediate Case of McCarty vs. Dormin in re one red pencil, dismissed. Original owner- ship of pencil could not be established despite a long and detailed trial which has been in progress some months. Gariand Russell, charged with disturb- | For two con- WANTED Old cradles, baby carriages; to be used by the faculty in coping with the incoming freshmen. All donations of the above- mentioned (carriages and cradles, not freshmen) will be greatly appreciated. Leave in book-room.—L. H. S. Faculty. A BLANK -text took, a_ detentionless school, a non-sarcastic teacher and new plausible excuses for unprepared work. Junior Class. ALL LITERATURE on “How to Become a Sheik.’’—Jimmie Boyle and Saunders MacLane. BUSINESS CARDS. SHAMPOOING our Specialty—Casey’s Beauty Shoppe. LATEST METHODS. of School and Dance Hall Sheiking—MclInerny, Nan- collas Polley. MUSIC FURNISHED for all occasions, marriages, deaths, christenings, etc— L. H. S. Band Locker-Room Quar- tette. LATEST DANCING steps taught in three lessons.—H. Maguire R. Jones. WE GUARANTEE to teach a bold plat- form delivery in our Seven Short Ses- sions for Shrinking Violets—Sewell Surette. WHY NOT “liven” up your church sup- pers with Selections by our “Harmony Trio.’—St, Cyr, O’Brien MacDonald. ONLY 25c AN HOUR— Professional chaperoning for canaries, cats, babies, goldfish, or females over fifty. One of us is always on hand.— W. Whitney C. Wheeler. LOST—May issue of “Latest Wise Cracks.’’—Return to Room 8. LOST—Three first-class sheiks. The re- turn of any one before the next social event would be appreciated. Liberal rewards offered and no questions asked. Send all answers care of library. WE REGRET to state that we are un- able to publish a “Found” column as nothing is ever found in L, H. $.—not even good marks. “THE HALLWAY Now Playing THE ETERNAL TRIANGLE Starring GRACE GILLIS MARGARET GILLOOLEY. RAY PIPER L. H. S. DAILY NEWS SENSATIONAL TRIAL (Continued from page 1) Miss Whitmarsh, after she was sworn in, wished everybody many happy re- turns of the day. Groans were heard from Messrs. Smith and Shalloo and the judge reminded the witness that this was not a wedding. Miss Blanche Jobe’s punctuated by mighty swoops of a green umbrella which she waved over her head. When the judge interrupted once, he received a blow across the shoulders from the aforesaid umbrella. Miss Winifred Shackley moved the court to tears by giving a scene from “Hamlet,” only the name of the leading character was ‘“Goatlet.” Miss Elderkin said that she could give no strong testimony owing to her short acquaintance with Messrs. Smith and Shalloo. She added that she liked the crease in Mr. Shalloo’s trousers. Miss Lockey told the well-known story of hers about the old maid of the Future tense in Latin. Mr. Frank James said that Mr. Shal- loo and goats were not on good terms. He told of a hike into the country one Saturday and how Mr. Shalloo, when he hurdled a fence in quest of un-asked-for apples, was severely attacked from the rear by a bewhiskered, horned nanny. causing tears and pains on behalf of the testimony was defendant. Mr. Coburn related histories of the development of goat-raising in Italy dur- ing the summer of 1925. The judge said this was not a D. of I. meeting. Mr. Dennis Gildea and Mr. George Lawlor were spending the week-end in Montreal and were unable to give testi- mony. The Porter Brothers were among those present and sang their testimony in a Miss Grace Hart wore a jazzy smock. She said that she knew Mr. Shalloo to be a perfect “innocence abroad” and she felt real sorry. Miss Dugan voiced her opinions saying that she thought Mr. Shalloo an “ideal man.” Miss Kilbourne felt very sorry for Mr. Shalloo. She related how she had mend- ed a tear in his trousers one day in an emergency and how grateful he was. Things began to look dark for Mr. Smith. Just then Miss Baldwin’s pencil broke down and she broke down with it. The trial ended in a smash, Just as the jury was about to deliberate, the said goat appeared. Everyone scurried. The monkey fur on Miss Lynch’s dress bris- tled up. The judge was butted out the window. The last our correspondent saw was Mr. Smith calling affectionately to Geraldine (the goat) while all the ladies ran for protection. rich deep bass. BREACH OF PROMISE (Continued from page 1 ) and I’ll promise you anything!” stamped Harry as a last resort. “Oh my Lochinvar! My hero! Knight of my nightmares!” jubilantly cried erst- while Red Riding Hood flinging her hefty arms around Harry’s neck and kissing him violently. “At last you have come to claim your own, I’ll have Marie An- toinette and Helen of Troy for brides- maids!” “But I didn’t say I'd marry you!” cried Harry in despair. “I only said I'd prom- � ise But it was too late. So there you are. TOURNAMENT A GREAT SUCCESS (Continued from page 1 ) hold his name for he at times blushed thus disfiguring his beauty, which fact we as- sure you causes him no little pain. He had the singular record of skipping 2501 classes, besides being. mentally absent from many others. The band once more rendered its ce- lestial music as the the crowd trooped out, showing their appreciation by giving the winners free rides. ARTICLES BEFORE STUDENT- TEACHER COUNCIL AT NEXT MEETING Art, 1. To see if the school committee will appropriate necessary funds to es- tablish winking trafhie lights in L. H. S. corridors. Art. 2. To act on the petition of L. H. S. library board in relation to their estab- lishing a flirting parlor. Art. 3. To establish a memorial ‘to the magnanimous, illustrious, superfluous class of 1926. A pignut tree on the lawn has been suggested. Art. 4. Yo formally establish the rul- ings that no person may sleep more than five minutes of class time nor throw more than one spitball at the ceiling per week. THE BLUE AND WHITE GROCERY Specials this week Cavanaugh’s canned music High-grade roasted ears By) We Glee Club Soothing Syrup L. H. S. brand of canned fishes Many other delicacies and report card specialties. Smith Process Poetry Corner DROPPED, DROPPED, DROPPED Dropped, dropped, dropped, Have you on this card, Oh marks! And I would that I could forget The things that my parents will say. Oh well for the studious one, That his card contains nothing but A. Oh well for the dear little lad That his parents have sailed this last May. But the days and weeks go on, And too soon the months change their names, Then once more the marks of the term and year Come as doom to the most of us here. Dropped, dropped, dropped, Have you on this card, Oh marks! And the grades so good that are gone Will never come back to me. TARDINESS THE LAST bell rang AND I ‘was late. NO EXCUSE prevailed. [I WENT to the office FOR A tardy slip. IT BEING reform week TARDINESS WAS excused BY ONLY one week of detention. NEEDLESS TO say I GOT one week, BUT MY companion RECEIVED NONE, FOR HE said his WAS CAUSED by A LAT Embuss I THANK you. GYPEM’S NEWSSTAN All the latest peeryoddtickles SAPPY STORIES LITERARY INDIGESTION WOMAN’S HOME WRECKER INLOOK REHASH OF REHASH EAGLE SCREAMS IF PINCHED (Formerly the American) SPECIAL! Kaisse’s Kippy Kisses Today Only! 25¢ a |b. Come early—Limited supply HIGH BRED PONIES CLASSIC STOCK Lockey Latin Stables Jn Fantastic Wein Haste thee, Nymph, and bring with thee Jest and youthful jollity. Milton “How come, Saunders, I thought you were a woman-hater, but I saw you out with one last night?” “Sure! I hate ’em so much, I always have to hang around them to keep myself mad.” THE CHEMISTRY CLASS’S AMBITIONS: Gove—a scientific farmer. Taft—a minister. Brady—a chemist. Polly—a fastidious dresser. Grubb Kingsbury Mr. D. Porter: a jester. } —the only Siamese twins in captivity. AS SHE IS SPOKE “Mother, is it correct to say ‘water a horse’ when he’s thirsty?” “Yes, dear, quite correct.” “Well, give me a saucer, I’m going to milk the cat.” MacNevin: I have a cold or something in my head. Miss Whitmarsh: Undoubtedly a cold. The Fitchburg mountaineer proudly led his youngest up to the gates of L. H. S. and turned him over to Mr. Smith with instructions to “larn ’im his tree R’s.” Mr. Smith in his haughty manner replied, “Our curriculum embraces Latin, Geography, Basketball, Trigonometry, “That’s right,” broke in the father, “load him up with Trigonometry; he’s the worst shot in the family.” THINGS THAT NEVER HAPPEN— Pupil: I consider the question unfair. Adjt.: A3 for you, I don’t like your attitude. Deacon says he doesn’t know whether to go to the reception with a beauti- ful girl or a sensible one. He needn’t worry. A beautiful girl could do better, and a sensible girl would know better. Mr. James’ room—Breezy Point. Mr. Donnelly: Modern slang lasher of the Faculty. 129 Forty years hence: Bush, a criminal for overspeeding. Helen, his accomplice—at large. Caisse, an invalid. Miss Grensfelder, head mistress of Shirley Industrial. John Joyce, a heart-breaker. Intelligence is not the limit of a man’s knowledge—merely the measure of it. Seniors Remember: “No race is over till the last yard’s run, No game is ever lost—until its won, A fire is never dead While the ashes are still red Nor the sun set in the skies until the day is done.” English Teacher: Give me a definition of a lady. Pupil: A lady is a woman of the feminine gender. Garrity (in disgust): I wonder why it is a girl can’t catch a ball like a man. May (admiringly): Oh, a man is so much bigger, softer, and easier to catch. Schell on basketball trip: Conductor, which end shall I get off? Conductor: Suit yourself, son, this car stops at both ends. “T beg your pardon,” said B. G., timidly, “but would you care to help the School Teachers’ Home?” “Certainly,” replied W. D. briskly. “Where are they?” Automotive engineers are working on a car with no-wheel brakes. Ford’s been making them for years. Ambition without proper direction is like a cat with four tails and one leg —a slightly awkward thing to have about. Modern Youth. “Bill can sit in back with you girls.” “T should say not; he’s too drunk. Make him drive.” MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE Teacher: “Now, children, how old would a person be who was born in 1889?” Pupils (in chorus) “Man or woman?” A genius is one who, knowing exactly what he wants to do, goes right on doing it instead of talking about it. Words like men, are valuable only for what they do, and not for the sound they produce. of The Leonine thank Our Advertisers for the assistance they have given us. An Apprectatton The Editors If you want the best of everything— ee @)IN4 OUR ADVERTISERS Compliments of MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK We Carry the Best in CONFECTIONERY and TOILET ARTICLES Our Ice Cream and Sodas are Delicious GAFFNEY’S PHARMACY RIALTO THEATRE BUILDING Tel. 168 ARTISTS’ MATERIALS BELL NEWS AGENCY 6 MERRIAM AVE. One day as I chanced to pass, A beaver was damming a river, And Mr. Schulte, who was out of gas, Was doing the same to his flivver. ? o0 2 9 FURNITURE and PIANO HOSPITAL WILLIAM A. LIPPE, Mer. PIANO PIANO WORK BENCHES OF AND ALL KINDS CABINETS NEATLY FOR DONE SALE RADIO CABINET DEPARTMENT Radio Cabinets of All Kinds Made to Order eae OSELEALYINS ED EOURUE SENSE OF THE WORD” This Cabinet is a Product of our Plant 35 Water Street Leominster ? o¢ ‘2 oe Congratulations to the SENIOR CLASS of LEOMINSTER HIGH SCHOOL LEOMINSTER NATIONAL BANK Compliments of Compliments of RICHARDSON PIANO CASE COMPANY ALICE MARY SHOPPE all un Nol 3 i INE annuals, like brilliant victories, are brought about by the co-or- dination of skillful generalship and trained effort. The Jahn Ollier Engraving Co. is America’s foremost school annual designing and engraving specialist, because in its organization are mobilized America’s leading cre- ative minds and mechanical craftsmen. Times AGING OLVIERV ENGRAVING CO} Photographers, Artists and Makers of Fine Printing Plates for Black and Colors 817 W. WASHINGTON BLvp., CHICAGO TRY THIS Drive any car you want, then drive the NEW HUPMOBILE 6 OR 8 A CAR BACKED BY 17 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE GOULD BATTERIES For any Make of Car or Radio Recharging and Repairing of any Make of Battery RAND THE BATTERY MAN 76 Main Street NATIONAL BUTTER CO. Good Thing's To Eat Tel. 1975 Miss V.S. What's “All Thru the Night ?” Frosh: Darkness. Pupil, (reciting list of common chemical elements): Hydrogen, ali- mony, Compliments of CELLU-PRODUCTS Co. 52 Mechanic St. Leominster, - - Mass. LEOMINSTER SAVINGS BANK Compliments of FOOD FOR DISCRIMINATING PEOPLE LUBIN pee Ee LEOMINSTER CO. SPA B. M. LUNCH ep eS A i a a a a a eS te en ae © AE RR es a St FG | % °, ee RIALTO THEATRE MUSIC HALL THEATRE Compliments of COHEN’S SHOE STORE A HEART-RENDING SCENE. She laid the still white form be- side those that had gone before; no sob, no sigh forced its way from her heart, which throbbed as though it would burst. Suddenly a cry broke the stillness of the place—one single heart-breaking shriek; then silence; another cry; silence. “Then all was silent but tor a gutteral) murmur which seemed to well up from her very soul. She left the place. She would lay another egg tomorrow. SYSTEMATIC SAVING Prosperity for the Home THE MUTUAL CO-OPERATIVE BANK New Shares Always on Sale nO oJ e SHAPLEY BROS.” NEW STORE We are now in our New Store in the Mayo Building, and everything in it is new and up-to-date. “FASHION PARK” Is our Leader in OVERCOATS AND SUITS And the Last Word in YOUNG MEN’S CLOTHES If you are looking for the latest in Hats, Caps, Ties, Shirts, etc., this is the store where you will find them. SHAPLEY BROS. LEOMINSTER Compliments of DAILY ENTERPRISE The Paper that Contains the Local News are FRANK B. DORMIN We Have a First Class JOB PRINTING PLANT If you want a Job done right, bring it to us Colburn Court BE A WINNER! IN SCHOOL OR OUT, YOU’LL FIND GOOD HABITS PROFITABLE It’s a “Good Habit” to become one of our customers THE FINEST CANDIES ASHLEY’S PURE ICE CREAM THE BEST SMOKES High-Grade Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Compounded by Pharmacists whose Experience and Skill Insure Accuracy A Drug Store where Quality Merchandise and Courteous Service Go Hand in Hand with a Square Deal You form a Good Habit when you Establish a Bond of Service Between this Store and your Home GREEN'S DRUG STORE 2 Monument Square, Leominster, Mass. Telephone 781 Compliments of EEE ih QRY GOODS CO. Sa RUSSELL D. WASS WHOLESALER AND Compliments of RETAILER THE J. R. TODD CO. J. K. SAMARA, Prop. ote , THE STOBBS PRESS SERVICE PRINTERS Printers of “The Leonine”’ 25 Foster Street Worcester, Mass. MAKE THIS STORE Leominster Music Store, Inc. YOUR HEADQUARTERS FOR FOOTWEAR AND HOSIERY Men’s Shoes Walk-Overs Florsheim Dalton Commonwealth $5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $3.50, $10.00 qe Edison and Brunswick Phonographs and Records Piano Rolls Newest Styles LATEST SONG NOVELTIES Women’s Shoes ; ALWAYS ON HAND Walk-Overs Lape Adler EVERYDAY GREETING CARDS Utz Dunn AND STATIONERY Johnson Bros. $5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $8.50 5 Main St. Leominster J Pp PARENT 61 Main St. Columbia Block 6 Compliments of MAYOR B. W. DOYLE Compliments of H. L. BUSH High Grade LEOMINSTER Builder’s Finish PAPER BOX Co. Compliments of INDEPENDENT LOCK CO. = ote G ¢, (3 Senior: I had a hot time last night. Ditto: Yeh? Senior: I stuck the lighted end of my cigarette in my mouth. Compliments of Brevity is the soulsot wit--— [i that’s the case, women’s clothes are becoming too funny for words. I. W. 8. (in assembly): There BROCKELMAN BROS. are 500 odd people here. INC. Compliments of ALLEN’S FLOWER SHOP Compliments of J. PHILIP LEGERE 7 %¢ STUDIO AND HOME PORTRAITURES Class Photographer—1924—1925—1926 CHASE STUDIO 14 Monument Sq. Leominster, Mass. GUY A. SAVAGE Compliments of REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE WHITNEY REED CORP. Specializing in AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE of every description Office, 39 Main St. Leominster Telephone 1375 MORIN SYSTEM OF SHOE STORES, INC. 32 Main St. Leominster ROBERT H. CRANE ISPARKSS EL; Compliments of GETTEN’S ELECTRIC COMPANY Compliments of FOSTER-GRANT CO., ING. Compliments of LILLIAN’S FLOWER SHOP Foster’s New Block Phone 710 Compliments of JEWETT PIANO CO. Compliments of CITY COAL CO. M. F. HALEY TIRE SERVICE 76 Main St. Compliments of BOSTON CONFECTIONERY STORE DR. H. H. KALIN LEOMINSTER HARDWARE COMPANY Compliments of R. H.SAFFORD Compliments of COLUMBIA HOTEL P. H. KILLELEA INSURANCE—REAL ESTATE JUSTICE OF THE PEACE NOTARY PUBLIC 6 Monument Sq. Tel. 105-M. 30 YEARS HENCE Alumni: I see that Amy left town after a short stop. Ditto: No wonder, she always was crazy about athletes. I have a little flivver That goes up and down with me, And how we stay together Is more than I can see. PERLEY P. LYON “When in Doubt, Say It with Flowers” %, ° a nS NN ) . Compliments of HALDIE NICHOLSON Teacher: I’m afraid I'll never see you in Heaven. Pupil: Whatcha been doing now, Mr. In Russia they call them Bolshe- viks ; In High School, Sophomores. Senior: Did you ever take chlo- roform? Frosh: No, who teaches it? STANDARD PYROXOLOID CORPORATION Compliments of BASSETT AND BAKER 7 % Compliments of WACHUSETT SHIRT CO. AYOTTE THE DAMON SHOE HOSPITAL COMPANY ORIGINATORS OF WHOLE SOLE WORK 46 Monument Square (2 Compliments of PATOEL THE JEWELER OF LEOMINSTER CO. Snappy Clothes for Young Men 27 Main Street Compliments of HENRY F. SAWTELLE Compliments of PEOPLE’S CLOTHING W. K. MORSE AND CO. THE MEN’S SHOP 15 WATER ST. “A Little Off the Square, But It Pays to Walk’ A Senior stood upon the railroad track, The train was coming fast. The train got off the railroad track And let the Senior pass. Senior: Did you open the win- dows so we could get some air? Hroshemmlel ssay slediduert s pulled the top half way down to the bot- tom and shoved the bottom half way up to the top. Compliments of C. F. NIXON, INC. THE NICKERSON DRY GOODS CO. A Store for those who want and Appreciate Honest Quality Merchandise 26 MAIN ST. o “Glasses That Fit” Compliments of A. HAMMOND RIST, 0. D. SEATS OPTOMETRIST—OPTICIAN NEWS ROOM Bank Building Compliments of MORIARTY A. A. TISDALE ELECTRIC COMPANY Compliments of SPORT SHOES For High School Students DR. I. W. SMITH Hamliton Butterfield Compliments of WEBBER A. G. LOFF FURNITURE COMPANY J OO Compliments of F. A. WHITNEY CARRIAGE CO. H. J. AUSTIN REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE NOTARY PUBLIC Bank Building, Leominster, Mass. Tel. 14106 LEOMINSTER CO-OPERATIVE BANK MONKEY BUSINESS Evelyn: Walter’s mustache made me laugh. Barbara: Yeh! it tickled me, too. Boy to Father: Say, Dad, if a lad has a step-father, is the boy a step- ladder? Rugg: You're under arrest. Crosseyes: What for? Rugg: You aren’t looking where you're going. Compliments of THE VISCOLOID WORKS DUPONT VISCOLOID CO. H. B. SMITH CAVIN HARDWARE CO. Optometrist SPORTING GOODS EYES EXAMINED : 3 Compliments of GLASSES MADE SATISFACTION—SERVICE B. F. BLODGETT CO. 59 Main St. QoS AN e Ss ) Si se aS x Mis. SRR Ye Ss ‘ ’ a yi wales | mys ae Lo “Me Ld — 4 ——— S (( + utd Ufone iQ edaula y ‘1g . ‘ 4 Sh AACE | NS GAS] Here eee the Sues slive Leonine, With pur pose OSD wilh Ae {ime {isp after years choc Soon nl Come, ve habe Tea gue yo“ Notts of fun, Abie a4 Krone (ee A7 EL Phanesere Gate Yr . ez Fi i | Wher ” hy OTL. as 7 as Aen Se -_ na ot oy SInfoad ee iy Fide Mak a oe Yarha, thee tid es APLC G uate” fi ff ; y a i t -EA J ff r { F ff = eae —__,� -4 ae a J ay : Ga oe a . L- oa a4 — pore re =e, poe, ee 4 Ley CYlec fo ybe,_f) te | : ; hove ey Af ont oe 29 . ) Betas ) Zt : ie ( 4 | Ze Mee oE Beeget Bune pr je A - ¥ = - . - y tt, NS Y i “= ‘ ¢ Z a. . Ae 3 yi ‘4 ‘ FE] : 4 ¢ f Pos j ¢ f = rs ’ 7 , � i 23 A His Feat ff nu ( WEN Sy es - et Rote HA REE f v ae } eas By ANN Ee if Wis hs gt) ih Wied 1 } i) 1p ¥ cea LAC POD et Wao a wy ge , Bis a et oy Bie ty g