Lyman Hall High school - Singer Chronicle Yearbook (Wallingford, CT)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Our Charge to You - - 1 Class Officers «... 1 Class Motto .... 1 Salutatory Address 2 Pilots of Dream Ships ... 2 Securing World Peace ... 4 The Quest ... - 5 Class Song .... 7 Class Poem .... 8 Today’s Most Notable Experience 8 In Memoriam, with photo of Patrick Sullivan - 9 Roll Call .... 10 Class Honors - 27 Classification - 28 Class Night Numbers Class History 30 Class Prophecy 32 Class Gifts 36 Class Will .... 42 The Chronicle Staff 44 PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY Application hag been duly made for entrance ag second class matter at the Post Office, Wallingford, Conn. SINGLE COPY, 25c. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE , 75c.uflie djlrrmticle June, 1924 Senior dJas OUR CHARGE TO YOU! “History repeats itself” and again The Chronicle has completed her voyage. It has been our pleasant task to see to the management of the ship through the past year. During that time, we have come to cherish it very much, and we hope it will always be guided by loving hands. But we have not worked alone; your assistance alone made it possible for The Chronicle to sail victoriously, and we wish to thank you, one and all! On the mast of this ship a flag is flying, bearing the letters L. H. H. S. They stand for Lyman Hall High School, but may they not stand also for the ideal attitude toward our school? L—Love, love toward our school, love which will include a just pride in its standing and general life, and loyalty to its activities. H—Honor, our individual honor and the honor of our school; honor in common questions ol right and wrong; honor in the way its affairs are managed; honor which the sportsman has—“Play the game fair.” H—Hope, hope to drive away despair, hope to triumph over defeats, sunny optimism, and faithful courage. S—Service, service to our school, the expression of school spirit in action, Willingness to give our support, time and labor to school affairs, and the proving of our love toward the school by our deeds for it. To all of you, and especially to those of you who will guide The Chronicle, may these always be the ideals of your school life—Love, Honor, Hope and Service. CLASS OFFICERS President.....................Edward Cox Class Colors Vice-President . . Jennie Wooding Class Flower Green and White Secretary . . . . Florence Downey White Rose Treasurer .... Charles Bowe CLASS MOTTO “Climb Though the Rocks Be Rugged.” Ascende etsi saxa sint aspera.2 THE CHRONICLE SALUTATORY ADDRESS Friends, teachers, and parents, forget the sadness that is mingled with the joy of this evening—for there is sadness and sorrow in parting—and think how much sweeter and clearer to you is the happiness that has felt the touch of sorrow. We are glad that you have come, and we want you to feel that the Class of 24 is most grateful to you for the great part you all have played in giving to us this night which will be treasured in the Storehouse of Memory forever. Florence Koletzke. PILOTS OF DREAM SHIPS “Lo! Creation’s self is one great choir, And what is nature’s order but the rhyme Whereto the world keeps time, And all things move with all things from their prime? Who shall expound the mystery of the lyre? In far retreats of elemental mind Obscurely comes and goes The imperative breath of song, that, as the wind, Is trackless, and oblivious whence it blows.” —William Watson. Come with me into the Land of Imagination and Dreams. There, there lies a big, beautiful sea, a sea of ever-changing moods and colors. One may reach its shores of shining sands through the doors of music, poetry, nature, art, or literature. On this Sea of Fancy, as it is called by some, sail many ships. And all these ships are sailing on to a single destination, passing through the golden gates to the harbor of Fame and Everlasting Glory. Xow, we are standing on its shores, watching the calm water which is occasionally ruffled by some passing breeze. Suddenly, a faint speck rises over the horizon. A tiny mast appears—a pair of snow-white sails, and soon the outline of a dainty, little ship. The water seems bluer, and it sparkles more joyously as the ship approaches. The skies are clear, and Heaven itself smiles upon the delicate craft. Light breezes waft it on, and it comes swifter and swifter, in a peculiar, dancing rhythm that is all its own. From the far-off land from which it sails, it brings a cargo of treasures. Hidden deep in its hold lie the purest of pearls, fashioned from the foam of the dashing waves of the sea. Then, there are delicate and minutely-carved figures of ivory and fair sandalwood. What beautiful tapestry it bears! What a perfect harmony of colors! One portion has the soft flush of rosy dawn, while another has the deep blue of the ocean. But the pilot—“Who is he?” we ask. Who could it be other than that wonderful man, Chopin, the composer? He is the one who makes our heartsTHE CHRONICLE 3 beat with joy at the realization that Spring is at hand. His was the precious secret of blending into glorious music that season of new life and awakening, Spring; and with it he often added a touch of sweet melancholy that tenderly fills some of his songs with a moving sadness. Who has not felt the fascinating, unique sway of his waltzes? Who has not had some deeply-hidden chord touched by one of his nocturnes? Chopin has borne his cargo to a most receptive world; to a world that will never forget him, and will sometimes stop in the midst of its turmoil, to listen, for a moment, to his sweet, dreamy music, and then go on, feeling more refreshed and invigorated for having had that moment of ecstasy. But—look! Another ship is rapidly coming into view, bringing with it the wrath of Jove himself. The skies grow dark, and ominous sounds of thunder mutter in the distance and finally end in a mighty crash of thunder. The wind is rising and comes sweeping down upon the sea in a furious gale. The strong, heavily-built ship withstands the mad tempest, and comes determinedly on. One gains the impression of hidden strength and vigor from its appearance. The cargo of magnificent, sturdy oak and massive framework for huge structures is worthy of that imperial ship. Lofty monuments for heroes of the ages will be fashioned from the heap of marble and granite. The pilot stands upon the deck, steering his ship safely through the trials and struggles of storms and tempests. Richard Wagner fears nothing. He knows his cargo is of the best. He is certain it will endure for centuries, for he has poured his soul into its making and feels satisfied to think what he has done is worthy of his genius. George T. Ferris says, “The poet-musician Wagner rightfully claims that in his music-drama is found the wedding of two of the noblest of arts, Music and Poetry”; and Shakespeare says, “One God is God of both.” This puts the character of Wagner’s music in its true perspective. Wagner, a wonderful combination of two great arts, has, in a most masterful way, combined poetry and music into powerful and tempestuous creations. While this regal ship passes on, another is not far behind. The atmosphere again changes and becomes very peaceful and calm. Everything lies in a state of perfect quiet except for a passing cloud, so white and fluffy, which drifts silently along as if afraid to disturb the symphony of peacefulness. How very stately the craft looks! Its very simplicity gives it a dignified air. It is typical of its pilot, John Sebastian Bach, who is gravely steering his ship through the calm waters. He is bringing precious gems and wonderfully, most intricately woven fabrics to the world. His cargo will always be a model for others. He is proclaimed King of Classical Music, and his themes for the organ are famous for their beauty and depth. Hubbard says, “What Shakespeare is to literature, Rembrandt to portrait painting, and Michael Angelo to sculpture, John Sebastian Bach is to organ music. Bach was so great that he had no artistic jealousy, no whim, and when harshly and unjustly criticized, he did not concern himself enough with the quibblers to reply. The man who thus allows life to justify itself, and lets his work speak, and who, when reviled, reviles not again, must be a very great and lofty soul.” Thus it is. Ships are passing by forever and ever. All are different—some strikingly so; yet all have a common bond. Their one goal and destination is the great storehouse of Immortal Works. Here lie the creations of many, the treasures of centuries. An understanding heart and an appreciative mind—these are the keys to the storehouse. Enter, all who desire, and find there glorious music—music expressive of every human emotion—music, the language of the soul. Florence Koletzke.4 THE CHRONICLE SECURING WORLD PEACE Competitive Essay At the present time it is becoming more and more evident to thinking people that wars in the future must be avoided. The ideal civilization that we are striving for has no place for war. The instruments of war, as now being developed, will make armed conflict too terrible for the human race to endure. To keep away from these horrors, extensive measures will have to be taken. The people of the entire world must be educated in peace. Co-operation of governments needs to play a prominent part. Speaking broadly, intellectual and political advancement will provide the means of securing world peace. Education of a sort that would foster peace must be far-reaching. It must include everyone. To have the world progress, its inhabitants must progress individually. Education should not be reserved for the highest; the lowest and poorest classes of every land should have its advantages. Our country is forward in this respect. Anyone with a little ambition may receive instruction and make something of himself. The opportunities offered here are far greater and better tham those of many other nations. The people here are learning more and are constantly seeking a better condition of affairs. They see and desire the benefits of peace, though many, fearing to be thought pacifists, are unwilling to do anything to contribute to ultimate peace. These people think that such a move might be unpatriotic, although it would really be of great value to the nation, The educational systems of the more backward countries need improvement. When the authorities in control of these governments meet this need their countries will be able to hold a higher rank among the powers of the world. Their people will have higher and nobler ideals, gained while receiving their education for peace. A thing that has caused much unnecessary strife has been the establishment of national boundaries without regard to the different kinds of people brought together or separated. This has been chiefly true of small countries, where sections of land frequently pass from the hands of one country to those of another. People of one race, and with certain customs, are split and made to join with people of entirely different ideas. The result of this has been a great deal of turmoil and unrest. To eliminate it, boundaries should be fixed, as far as possible, according to the race and inclinations of the people living in the land concerned. This policy was carried out to a certain extent after the late World War. The question of government and control in securing universal tranquility is an important one. It is clear that there must be some co-operation among governments. Civilization has seen the advance from the family to the tribe, to the old city state, to the national forms of government. Will there ever be an international government? Time will tell. At present, a practical, working combination of the best ideas of the present League of Nations and the World Court seems advisable. There should be a legislative body composed of representatives from the nations, given enough power to be able to act with some degree of certainty and efficiency. They should decide the relative standings of the member nations and questions like reduction of armaments. An executive body would inform the nations of the manner of carrying out the agreements made. A judicial body of responsibility and dignity would hear and give decisions on cases between countries. This department would necessarily be very important, as it would be the highest word of authority. This working together of governments, which will simplify many otherwise unsolvable difficulties, along with the achievements of the education of the future, will be the essential feature in the program of securing world peace. Henry Burghoff.THE CHRONICLE 5 THE QUEST Valedictory Essay “To every man there openeth A way, and ways, and a way, And the high soul climbs the high road And the low soul gropes the low, And in between, on the misty flats, The rest go to and fro. But to every man there openeth A high way and a low, And every man determineth The way his soul shall go.” In the olden days, the days of chivalry, it was the custom for knights to set out upon a quest and give hand and heart to fulfilling it. It was not with the knights that seeking originated, nor did it end with them. The desire to seek is ages old—as old as man is. You see it in every page of history. Every man has a search in life, whether it is for wealth, or power, or just his daily bread. But beneath and above all other searches there is another and a greater—that of the heart and soul. Some indescribable longing calls us to enter this quest. Sometimes it comes with the dawn from the Land of Unknown Things. It may come with the sound of wonderful music. It may come when we look into the eyes of someone who is very pure and good. It may come just at dusk, when the beautiful sunset gates are opened in the West. It may come at night, when we gaze at distant, shining stars and wonder at a beauty we cannot understand. But to everyone this longing comes, for in each of us lies a seed of divine discontent, and we know not how to explain it, nor exactly why and what we desire—but men call it Truth. Tonight, we, too, are setting out to new fields of adventure and noble deeds. We, too, shall undertake the quest for Truth. And, first, we should ask ourselves what it is. Truth is the Great Principle of the Universe. We cannot say exactly what this Principle is, but we believe it is Love and Goodness. It is to be seen in all that is worthwhile, and good, and beautiful, in life. The most beautiful flowers, the loveliest songs, reveal Truth; but Truth, which governs these flowers and songs, is still more beautiful and lovely. When we understand fully this Principle, this Law of Life, it will enable us to live in complete harmony and happiness. Sometimes we are afraid to look for it lest we should cease to be happy. This is not so. In Truth’s path dangers, troubles, and crosses lie, but also true joy. There is no happiness in wrong. Indeed, Truth is the secret of real happiness. Now, how can we find this wonderful thing? By holding it the highest thing in life. Truth is very precious, and the price of obtaining it is great—complete devotion. He who would find Truth must, at the first step, dedicate everything to his cause; at no step, hold anything dearer; at every step, be willing to sacrifice all for it. The search for Truth is told by Olive Schreiner in a beautiful allegory called “The Hunter.” In this story, a hunter sees in a lake, the reflection of a beautiful, silvery-white bird—Truth. In a moment it is gone, but within him. burns the consuming desire to see it again. So he spreads a net of wishes and gathers many birds—but Truth is not there. At last, Wisdom tells him if he would find Truth he must enter the Land of Negation and Denial, and then climb many high mountains and suffer much. So he sets free the birds of his wishes; he leaves his friends and goes alone, an outcast, seeking Truth. He travels a long way, where never man went before; he overcomes temptations; he climbs many jagged rocks. Somewhere above is Truth. Lonely and weary and brave, he6 THE CHRONICLE spends all his life cutting steps up the mountain. Finally, in his dying moments, he looks back over the steep path. He has given up everything; and lo! there comes to him at last, just at death, one white feather of Truth. His sacrifice, his labor, was worthwhile. Truth always is. There is another thing to learn from this story. As death drew near, the old hunter looked back, and where he had made a path he saw future generations coming up toward Truth, and he cried joyfully, “They will mount, and on my work! They will climb, and by my stair! They will find her, and through me! And no man liveth unto himself, and no man dieth unto himself.” So it is that he who seeks Truth may never find it here. He may be called upon to lay down his life when he is just beginning the search, or he may have to spend all his life climbing one mountain. But what does it matter, so long as someone finds it? Mankind, as a whole, is greater than its parts. Most of us believe in the ideal of permanent world peace. We may never live to see it, but for the sake of our future brothers let us make the search for it easier by clearing the path, by cutting steps up the mountain. And surely, we, too, shall have a part in the finding. hen the minds of so many of us are like the shallow ground in the parable. For an hour, a day, we follow Truth. Then we cease to believe in it; we cease to seek. To find Truth we must believe in our search. Our Master said, “Seek and ye shall find.” Is it not true? If men seek gold, they find gold. If they seek fame, they find fame. Only, Truth is rarer than gold; it is more elusive than fame; it is more precious than material things. Therefore it is harder to find; it requires a longer and higher search; but those who seek perseveringly will find it, for even death cannot end this quest. We must have supreme confidence in Life’s unfailing goodness and in Love’s eternity. Without this, our hearts will be weak and faint, and we shall give up. We need faith, the faith he had whom Browning described as “One who never doubted clouds would break, Never dreamed, though right were worsted, wrong would triumph, Held we fall to rise, are baffled to fight better, sleep to wake.” And now—where is the pathway to Truth? It is here, it is there, it is everywhere. There is only one road to it—Life’s road. Every road of life will lead to Truth if we but make it. Too often we think of the highway to Truth as apart from everyday existence, something very nice to travel if we had time—on a holiday, for example. Sometimes we think of it as solitary and isolated. But this is false. Where is Truth itself? It is not just in the cloister or the hermit’s cell. The kingdom of God—Truth—lies all about you and within you. “To thine own self be true,” said Shakespeare. That does not mean we should be self-centered. “Who seeks for heaven alone to save his soul, May keep the path, but will not reach the goal, While he who walks in love may wander far, Yet God will bring him where the blessed are.” He who would find Truth must have his eyes open to everything beautiful and good, but also he must look for it among the poor, the sick, the unfortunate. He must see it in the church, but he must not forget to visit the slums, the charity homes, and the prisons. Sir Launfal, you remember, found the Holy Grail only when he loved the beggar at his gate. Until we believe that Truth is good and is everywhere, and can see it shining through misery and sin, we shall not find it. It is only by the eyes of love we can see this vision. There is Truth in every fellow man and on every pathway—it is there we must seek it—we must find it there! We are setting out on Life’s road as knights on the quest for Truth. AndTHE CHRONICLE 7 these are the lessons Life will teach us—love!—give!—serve!—those are the things one must do to find Truth. The world needs us as never before—to give our best, though it be little, in its cause. “Go and toil in any vineyard, Do not fear to do and dare; If you want a field of labor, You can find it anywhere.” And this is the quest, and the only quest, in which we are sure to find happiness. Classmates: Tonight we are bidding good-bye to our school and to each other. We are knights setting out on our journeys. In every pathway there is a battle to be fought for the Truth we profess to be seeking. Now our hearts are high and joyous with the triumph of four years’ labor. With shields bright and hearts pure, we are facing Truth’s path. On this path, there will come times of doubt and uncertainty. We shall not see the road clearly; we shall lose our way and falter. But the night will pass, and if we have faith we shall overcome despair. Light will be given to us. As we go along our way, we shall need strength—-of body, mind and soul. We shall need strength for each day’s work, strength to bear our burdens, strength in the days of weariness and sacrifice. But each step, each burden, will make us stronger—strength will be given to us. But most of all, we shall need courage. It may be that Truth’s vision will point out a new, strange way for us to follow, or perhaps a common, tiresome way. We shall need courage to give up all things for an end we may never see. We shall need courage to suffer in silence, to face our task squarely. Yet if the Right is on our side—what have we to fear? Nothing. Courage will be given to us. Life is very good, and in seeking Truth we shall be happy. Sacrifice itself will be a pleasure. Joy fills our hearts now—joy because there is no higher privilege than to seek for Truth. And the end of our search is sure. “Be strong! We are not here to play, to dream, to drift; We have hard work to do, and loads to lift. Shun not the struggle; face it; ’tis God’s gift.” Caroline Keeler. CLASS SONG Four years have passed, and the time is drawing near. When we must go along our way, and leave our high school dear; But when we leave this building, and our journey’s wider span. May the memory of old Lyman Hall give us strength to play the man. Chorus: Lyman Hall, we shall firmly make this vow: Always to try our best, to keep your name as fair as now. In years to come, in our work and play, we’ll fondly recall All the good times that we have had at dear old Lyman Hall. Helen Todd, ’24.8 THE CHRONICLE CLASS POEM We’ve reached one crossroad in life’s journey here When from the doors of Lyman Hall so dear, We turn our footsteps to the world outside, And by the right or wrong our lives shall guide. We all should choose the road which leads to right; This is the only course that makes for might; If not for might or fame, for truth and good, But rather good than fame, if choose we would. The way we travel may be often steep, The pathway narrow, and with pitfalls deep, And rugged be the rocks which bar our way But ever onward shall we go each day. Through storm and sunshine, let us upward climb, With hope and faith and love to help each time, A heavier load to lift becomes our share, Or greater hardships we are forced to bear. Let all our thoughts be on what lies ahead. The star of fate by which our feet are lead Will guide us to the goal, our journey’s end, Where peace, success, and joy together blend. Jennie Wooding TODAY’S MOST NOTABLE EXPERIENCE When I awoke this morning, the first thought that came to my mind was of school. It was the first time in my life that I had ever greeted the thought of going back to school with a smile. I think it is because I am just beginning to realize what an education really means. In previous years, when the first day of school arrived I was not any too happy. I looked upon the coming school year as one of hard work and little pleasure, but now my thoughts are just the reverse. Now I look upon my school work as a game like basketball or football. I look upon my graduation from high school as a goal which I am to strive for, and which will only be attained by hard work. When I entered the school building this morning I could hardly believe I was in the right place, because of the large number of strange faces that I saw. As I looked at these strangers, whom I presume were Freshmen, a thought suddenly entered my mind. I wondered just how many of those pupils would be here three years from now. Last year, when I saw the new people, or Freshmen, stroll along the corridors, a quite different thought entered my mind from the one of this year. I wondered how much athletic ability was in this new class. This year their athletic ability is the least of my troubles. I am just reaching the age in my life where I think that school work is supreme over athletics and everything. Indeed, I think my most notable experience of today is the change in my attitude toward school. Patrick J. Sullivan. September, 1923.THE CHRONICLE 9 IN MEMORIAM The thought that you from us did depart, Leaves us with a sad memory, And shadows of grief envelop our heart, When you in our midst we don’t see. Your ready smile was like the bright sunshine, Your voice ever seemed to bring comfort and cheer, Your nature was generous, and earnest, and loyal, We’ll cherish your school life, your memory hold dear. You answered the summons which all must obey. You left us, to live in God’s heaven above, And there we shall meet you, dear Patrick, some day, And rejoice together in His realm of love. -10 THE CHRONICLE ROLL CALL Helen Barnes “Helen” No matter where we see Helen’s face, Without looking far we find Cousin Grace. Helen doesn’t take an active part in school sports, but we know she likes horseback riding. College Club (2-3-4), French Club (3), Latin Club (3), Debating Club (4), Class Will Committee (4). DeLaphine Barnes “Del” Delaphine is rather modest and quiet, And yet, when there’s any fun, she’s willing to try it. We know she will have success at college Where she will store up a lot of knowledge. Glee Club (1-2-3-4), Secretary and Treasurer of Glee Club (4), Junior College Club (3), President of College Club (4), French Club (3-4), Junior Play (3), Senior Play Committee (4), Latin Club (3). Alice Blakeslee “Abie” North Haven is known throughout the town For its many girls of renown. Alice is no exception to the rule, As any Senior will tell you at school. 0. A. T. (3), Junior Play (3), Shorthand Club (4), Senior Play (4), Baseball and Basketball (4). Elsie Blakeslee “Elsie” Elsie Blakeslee is one of the girls Who always have such pretty curls. In her work she has been known to fail, But she is never tired of talking of Yale. Baseball (4), O. G. A. (3), 0. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4), Statistic Committee (4), Remington Gold Medal, Royal Card Case.THE CHRONICLE n Louise Borgnine “Dolly” Her nickname describes her as sweet, plump, and jolly, She arrives every day on the North Haven trolley. Shorthand Club (4), Baseball (4), O. G. A. (3), 0. A. T. (3). Charles Bowe “Jasper” Here’s that boy, Jasper, The guy with the Ford. As long as it is running We’ll all jump aboard. Treasurer of Senior Class, Senior Play Committee, Class Play (2), Junior Prom Committee (3), Statistics Committee (4). Catherine Bridgett “Catherine” ‘‘Methought I heard a voice cry Sleep no more.” Catherine loves to sleep in the morning and occasionally in class. O. A. T. (3), o. G. A. (3), French Club (2), Shorthand Club (4). Edna Brooks “Brooksie” “As merry as the day is long.” Edna is one of these fortunate people who don't seem to have a care in the world. 0. G. A. (3), 0. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4), Glee Club (2-3).12 THE CHRONICLE Harriet Brosnan “Harriet” Harriet, so shy and sweet, Without Florence is not complete. She always blushes, it is said Whenever anyone mentions Red. 0. A T. (3). 0. G. A. (3), Shorthand Club (4), Senior Play Committee (3-4). Henry Burghoff “Henry” Henry is our modest boy And yet he is the teacher’s joy. If a question he should fail, We are sure they’d all turn pale. French Club (3), Latin Club (3), Football (3-4), Chronicle Staff (4). Dorothy Cella “Dot” We have in our midst at Lyman Hall Dorothy Celia, who is very tall. Trudging the distance from way out East, Hasn’t seemed to bother Dot in the least. O. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3), French Club (3), Shorthand Club (4). Elizabeth Chordas “Liz” Always to recite Is Elizabeth’s delight. Elizabeth has never been known to come to school with her lessons unprepared. How we wish we could follow that example. 0. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4), Class Night Committee (4).THE CHRONICLE rj Charles Clulee “Charlie” Here’s one of our boys who is never unruly, His name is none other than Charlie Clulee. Although we could hardly call him a grind, He does his work well, we always find. Chronicle (3-4), Class Statistics (4). Edward Cox “Hoppers” We had trouble in finding any knocks For our good friend, Eddie Cox. He’s led us well through our Senior year, Here’s hoping he will meet with good luck and cheer. Class Treasurer (1-3), Glee Club (1-2-4), Class Vice-President (2), Class President (4), Senior Play (4), Junior Play (3), Treasurer of A. A. (4), Basketball Manager (4), Prom Committee (3), Musical Comedy (3). Louis Csenge “Hooker” Many fair maidens sigh When Louis Csenge passes by. We can't deny that Louis has a way with him that makes all the girls flock around. Junior Play (3), Musical Comedy (3), Senior Play (4), Secretary of Shorthand Club (4). Florence Downey “Floss” Although she knows it’s naughty, Flossie often acts quite haughty. Whenever we mention the lark That she once had in the dark. O. A. T. (3), 0. G. A. (3), Shorthand Club (4), Chronicle Staff (3-4), Class Secretary (3-4), Class Historian (4), Senior Play Committee (4), Royal Card Case.THE CHRONICLE Katherine DuBois “Mollie” Katherine DuBois, a jovial lass, Is very well known in the Senior class. To stay out of school is her greatest delight Especially if she can go out every night. Senior Play (4). Edwin Ennever “Sparkie” Who is the boy with the violin On his way to school? Why, it’s our very own Edwin Who seldom breaks a rule. Chorus (3), Orchestra (1-2-3-4), Junior Play (3), Class President (3). Fern Eustace “Fernie” Fern, our fair and plump little blond, Of a boy named Sherman is very fond. College Club (2), Class Play (2), Glee Club (1-2), O. A. T. m O. G. A. (3), Shorthand Club (4). Matthew Gammerino “Matt” Who are the two in the typewriting room Most every day, in the afternoon? Who are the two who are always together? Why! Matt and Anna in all kinds of weather. Glee Club (1-2-3), Shorthand Club (4), Class Plays (2-3), O. A T. (3), Class Night Committee (4), Basketball (4), Cheer Leader (1-2-3-4), Senior Play (3). Musical Comedy (3).THE CHRONICLE 15 Alyce Griffin “Griffie” Griffie, when wishing some excitement to get Just walks up Center street looking for Chet. French Club (2). O. A. T. (3), O. G. A. (3). Basketball (2-3), Shorthand Club Treasurer (4), Senior Play Committee (4), Senio Gance Committee (4), Sophomore Play (2), Ukulele Club (4). Viola Hall uVi” Viola Hall, very sweet and charming, Once in a while does something alarming, O. G. A. (3), 0. A. T. (3), Gregg Club (4). Everett Hall uShine” Here’s Ev Hall, Our orator of fame. His “line” is all That won him such a name. Junior Play (3), Senior Play (3), Football (3-4), Glee Club (1-2-3-4), Senior Play (4), Gebatins Club President (4), Baseball Manager (4), History Club Treasurer (3), Prom Committee (3). Anna Hauer uAnna” Anna, with her eyes of blue; Quiet, demure and thoughtful, too, Captured the heart of one we know, She’ll be the first to be married, I trow. College Club (1-2), Orchestra (1-2), Track (2), Class Play (2), O. A. T. (3), O. G. A. (3), Interclass Basketball (3), Senior Play (3), Shorthand Club (4)-i6 THE CHRONICLE Nora Hayes “Nink” Here is a girl we all call “Nink” Hayes, And jolly and happy we find her always. Whenever a lot of loud talking we hear. We are certainly bound to see Nora appear. Class Play (2), 0. G. A. (3), Track (2), O. A. T. (3), Baseball (4), Basketball (3-4), Glee Club (2-3), Senior Play Committee (4), Shorthand Club (4). Heiien Hennessy “Helen” “Virtue has its own reward.” In all her work She’s never been known to shirk. College C'ub (2-3-4L G'ee Club (1-2), Chronicle Staff (4), Latin Club (3), Class Prophecy (4). Elizabeth Hesketii “Liz” Liz Hesketh, a wise and tiny maid, Is often called sedate and staid. French Club (3), O. A. T. (3), O. G. A. (3), Gregg Club (4), Class Gift Committee (4). Remington Gold Medal, Underwood Silver Medal, Royal Card Case. Ralph Higgins “Manila” Last year from the Philippines this boy came And immediately acquired quite a name. He is jolly and full of fun— That’s the opinion of everyone. Football (4), Senior Play (4), Chronicle Staff (4), Class Night Committee (4), Track (4).THE CHRONICLE 17 Kathleen Horan “Shake” Not very difficult to be seen Is the tall and fair Kathleen. College Club (2-3-4), Latin Club (3), Basketball (3). Grace Hough “Grace” “I am weak with toil, but strong in appetite.’’ Grace is the delicate member of our class. Why does she giggle so when she has to recite, especially in French class? Glee Club (1-2-3-4), College Club (2-3-4), Latin Club (3), French Club (3), Musical Comedy (3). Caroline Keeler “Lina” Lina lives in the country, on a farm, But that never did a girl any harm. Of her excellent record you’ve already heard So concerning that, we won’t say a word. College Club (2-3-4), Junior Play (3), Latin Club (3), Vice-President French Club (3), Secretary French Club (4), Editor-in-Chief Chronicle (4), Valedictorian (4), Class Night Play Committee (4). Florence Koletzke “F. K” Florence, you and your twin Are both surely bound to win. The school will miss you, when you’re far away, Especially when they want someone to play. College Club (2-3-4), Latin Club (3), French Club (3), Chronicle Staff (3-4), Orchestra (2-3-4), Vice-President (3), Salutatorian, Class Night Play Committee (4).i8 THE CHRONICLE Eva Kratzke “Eva” “Silence is golden.” Eva is tiny, modest and shy, But to do her best She’s not afraid to try. O. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3), Gregg Club (4), Remington Gold Medal Joseph Lanouette “Sheik” In the Senior Class is a boy we all know, A handsome lad by the name of Joe. A snappy dresser and not at all meek, Just the reason we call him “Sheik.” Play Committee (4). Ernest L’Ecuyer “Peanuts” Just because you come from a little town Shouldn’t make anyone frown. “Peanuts” hales from Yalesville, but that doesn’t make any difference with us. Interclass Basketball (3-4), 0. A. T. (3), O. G. A. (3), Interclass Baseball (4), Shorthand Club (4). Edith Liversidge “Edie” This girl we know by the name of Edie She’s not exactly what we’d call speedy, But whenever there’s anything to be done Edie is ready to help everyone. Shorthand Club (4), O. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3).THE CHRONICLE i9 Rose Lockert “Rosie” Jolly and good-natured. What more could we ask for? We never hear an awful lot from Rosie, but you ought to hear her out of school. Track (2-4), O. A. T. (3), O. G. A. (3), Shorthand Club (4), Class Basketball (4). George Loomis “Gloomy” “Beware the fury of a patient man.” His nickname is “Gloomy,” but it isn’t really as bad as it seems. Class Gift Committee. Elsie Lovett “Elsie” Elsie Lovett, so they say, Likes a good time every day. Her studies, she doesn’t like very well But those things, I suppose, we mustn’t tell. Glee Club, Senior Play Committee, French Club (2-3). Alice Maguire “Alice” Alice is a girl so quiet and shy, We often wonder now she got by. We know she makes but little noise, But we rather judge she’s fond of the boyS.THE CHRONICLE Theresa Massaro “Tessie” “Speech is silver; silence is golden.” We certainly miss your chatter, Tessie, when you are absent from study hall. O. A. T. (3), 0. G. A. (3), Underwood Silver Medal. “Mac” Mac is a modest lad Who hates to make a noise, But as an athlete he’s not so bad, And is very popular, at least, with the boys. Baseball (2-3-4), Treasurer French Club (3), Basketball (4), Vice-President A. A. (4), Junior Play (3), Junior Prom Committee (3), Latin Club (3), Chronicle Staff (3-4). Florence McKenzie “Florence” How surprising it would be to all If Florence made a noise in study hall. College Club, Latin Club (3). Esther Meltzer “Esther” A girl of few words. Esther never idles her time away; she always sticks to her work. Remington Gold Medal, Underwood Silver Medal. 20 JohN| McGuireTHE CHRONICLE 21 Edna Millington “Millington” So modest and demure is she, Exactly what she ought to be. Edna certainly shines on the gym floor and has turned out to be one of our stars in high jumping. Glee Club (1-2-4), College Club (2), Junior Play Committee (3), Vice-President Ukulele Club (4), Track (2-4), Musical Comedy (3). James Murray “Jazz” He has met with success on the basketball floor, And has brought great renown to his name; Though attending classes is often a bore, Anna likes him just the same. Basketball (2-3-4), Captain Basketball (4). Frank Niziol “Pupah” We have one lad who is spick and span, And always appears a well-dressed man. If we also say that he likes a good prank, We are sure you will know him by the name of Frank. William Norton “Bill” There’S one thing we know about this lad: Girls certainly are not his fad. Perhaps he will change, some future day, And look at things in a different way. French Club (4).22 THE CHRONICLE Alice Olson “Alice” “So much she talked—so very little said.” If Alice could only equal her speed in talking by her speed in typing, she would meet with great success. O. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4). I Minnie Petry “Min” Oh, Min! Although she lives in Northford, she doesn’t seem to find it difficult to arrive at school on time every day. 0. G. A. (3), 0. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4). Herbert Pickett “Herb” Here is our Herbie So slender and nice, Whose slogan for all Is “Preserve it with ice.” Football (2-3-4), Basketball (3-4), Senior Play (4), Chairman Senior Reception Committee (4), Chairman Class Gift Committee (4), President Glee Club (4), Senior Dance Committee (4). Teckla Pierson “Tickler” An awful time poor Tickler had Finding the hood in the Chemistry Lab. Teckla, with the dramatic ability that we have seen, promises to bring fame to Green Acres. Junior Play (3), Senior Play (4).THE CHRONICLE 23 ■Marion Prior “Marion” Marion, good-natured and full of fun, Is liked and admired by everyone. Almost always when you meet her, She is accompanied by her friend, Rita. College Club (2-3), French Club (4), Junior Play (3), Senior Reception Committee (4), Class Gift Committee (4). Dixon Riggs “Dick” “Curiosity killed a cat.” We know he is an authority on radio But his frequent answer in class is: “I don’t know.” Anna Roche “Rochie” Anna is lively, good-natured and fair. Don’t she and Jim make a wonderful pair? Glee Club (1), Sophomore Play (2), Interclass Basketball (1-2-3-4), Captain Interclass Basketball (4), Secretary A. A. (4), Junior Play (3), O. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4), French Club (2), Junior Prom Committee (3), Senior Dance Committee (4), Class Night Committee (4), Remington Gold Medal, Royal Card Case. Hilda Russo “Hilda” A quiet girl, as we all know. Is our next member, Hilda Russo. But she is not afraid of w vk And in her father’s store makes aT ery good clerk. Junior Prom Committee (3), junior Play Committee (3), O. G.A. (3), O. A. T. (3), Shorthand C’ub (4), Remington Gold Medal.24 THE CHRONICLE Fayette South wick “Fay” Jolly, good-natured, pretty and gay, Is an exact description of our friend Fay. Although she has been in town only two years, she has been quite successful in making friends, both in and out of school. Junior Play (3), Senior Play Committee (4), Junior Prom Committee (3), Senior Dance Committee (4), French Club (3-4), Ukulele Club (4). Ve ta Spokes “Vesta” Vesta’s ambition is to be able to teach. And the height of success we just know she’ll reach. Vesta is very timid and quiet, but we hope she will change when she becomes a teacher. College Club (2-3-4), French Club (3-4), Chronicle Staff (4). George Squire “Beans” An awful bill poor Georgie had For breaking apparatus in the Chemistry Lab; Test tubes, beakers, and thistle tubes, too. No wonder Georgie is glad to get through. “Cette” Cetie’s as pretty as she is jolly; She daily appears on the North Haven trolley. Without her ability, where should we be? For she is clever, don’t you see. Interclass Basketball (4), 0. G. A. (3), Junior Play (3), Senior Play (4), Chronicle Staff (4), Shorthand Club (4), Class Night Committee (4). Carol ThorpeTHE CHRONICLE 5 Helen Todd “Hullum” Hullum Todd is always neat And likes to roam on Xorth Elm street. If you doubt that this is so, Just do the same; then you’ll know. Class Secretary (1), Sophomore Play (2), Junior Prom Committee (3), Junior Play Committee (3), Senior Play (3), President Ukulele Club (4), Glee Club (1-2-3-4), Orchestra (1), Chairman Roll Call Committee (4), Senior Play Committee (4), College Club (2), French Club (2), Chronicle Reporter (1). Elizabeth Van Leuvan Dutch is a winner, and knows how to flirt. If you don’t believe it, go and ask Bert. We missed you at the Prom, Dutch. Shorthand Club (4), O. A. T. (3), O. G. A. (3). Ruth Wolf “Woof -woof” Ruth’s constant motto is to “Laugh and be glad, For why should anyone ever be sad?” Oh! may she always find it so As on life’s journey she does go. Sophomore Play (2), Chairman Junior Play Committee (3), Junior Prom Committee (3), College Club (2), French Club (2), Senior Play (4), Ukulele Club (4). Glee Club (4), Roll Call Committee (4), Senior Play Committee (4). Jennie Wooding “Jennie” Jennie Wooding, you may surmise, Is never taken by surprise. She always knows just what to say Whenever a question comes her way. Glee Club. Class Vice-President (4), President Shorthand Club (4) Chronicle Staff (3-4), Remington Portable Typewriter, Remington Gold Medal, Underwood Accuracy, Underwood Silver Medal, Royal Card Case, Gold Medal State Typewriting Contest 1!)23, Bronze Medal State Shorthand Contest 1024.26 THE CHRONICLE Raymond Wooding “Red” What’s that bright color against the sky? It’s Red Wooding passing by. Red’s favorite pastime was mending test tubes in the Chemistry Laboratory. Just the same. Red won’t have to pay as big a bill as some of the other members of the class. Jennie Zysk “Jennie” We know we are taking no great risk In foretelling success for Jennie Zysk. Whatever she chooses for her life work, We are quite sure she never will shirk. 0. G. A. (3), O. A. T. (3), Shorthand Club (4). Frances Blakeslee “Frances” Rolling one’s eyes seems to be quite a feat And Frances certainly can’t be beat. We wonder why Frances hates Thursdays, especially the last two periods. John Dichello “Dichello” Here’s Dichello, the good-natured lad, Who has baseball for his greatest fad. Baseball (3), Basketball (3-4), Captain Baseball (4), Henry Elias “Henny” Henry’s head is covered with curls Which excite the envy of all the girls. How in the world does he make them stay Coming to school on a rainy day? Class Play (2), Musical Comedy (3), Senior Play (4). Alex Nyiri “Al” There’s a boy around by the name of A! Who once went out with a little gal. Who, it is said, when he started wooing, Surprised him by saying, “Nothing doing!” Interclass Basketball and, Baseball (4), Sophomore Play (2J, Senior Play ($)'.THE CHRONICLE 27 CLASS HONORS Most school spirit (boy) . H. Pickett Fattest (boy) . . . H. Pickett Most school spirit (girl) . . A. Roche Fattest (girl) .... G. Hough Cleverest.....................C. Keeler Best dancer (girl) . . A. Roche Class athlete (girl) .... A. Roche Best dancer (boy) . . F. Niziol Class athlete (boy) . . . J. Murray Most optimistic . . E. Ennever Most important to class . C. Keeler Worst flirt (boy) . J. Lanouette Class artist.................H. Todd Worst flirt (girl) . . . H. Todd Class orator.................E. Hall Most popular (girl) . . A. Roche Most dramatic.............K. DuBois Most popular (boy) . . . E. Cox Most ambitious . . . H. Burghoff Worst borrower . E. Millington Best natured (girl) . . . F. Downey Worst kicker .... E. Hall Best natured (boy) . . . J. Dichello Most bashful . . . E. Kratzke Most musical..............F. Koletzke Woman hater . . . R. Wooding Happy-go-lucky.................A. Roche Man hater . . . . E. Kratzke Most generous.............J. Dichello Class baby . . . . T. Massaro First to be married (boy) M. Gammerino Teacher’s pet . . . C. Keeler First to be married (girl) . . A. Hauer Teacher’s trial . . . R. Higgins Best looking (girl) . . . A. Maguire Worst grind . . . C. Keeler Best looking (boy) . . . . L. Csenge Most conceited (boy) . F. Niziol Neatest.......................V. Spokes Most conceited (girl) J. Wooding Best dresser..............J. Murray Greatest kidder , , R. Higgins Biggest dude.................F. Niziol Tallest .... J. Lanouette Sweetest girl.............D. Barnes Shortest..........T. Massaro Manliest boy...............H. Pickett Skinniest . ... C. Bridgett Loudest talker...............N. Hayes Nerviest..............C. Thorpe Slowest................K. Horan28 THE CHRONICLE Name Disposition Pet Phrase Chief Interest Bugbear Delapiiixe Barnes Sweet Goodness! Higgins Noise Hei.en Barnes Bashful Dear me! Horses Boys Alice Blakeslee Happy-go-lucky Oh, croak 1 Wilkinson’s Theatre Chaperons Elsie Blakeslee Modest Really, did he? Music Commuting Frances Blakeslee Lazy Oh, fine! Trade Council’s Hall Chemistry Louise Borgxine Solemn (?) Sure! why not? Blue cars Publicity Charles Bowe Sportive Give ’er the gas! Fords Cicero Catherine Bridgett Quiet 1 should hope not ! Typewriting Noise Edna Brooks Hopeful Oh!Jacob! Griffin's Economics Harriet Brosnan Good-natured Oh, let’s! Dancing Book Reports Henrv Burghoff Quiet Gee! Yale Noise Dorothy Cella Obliging Going up f Walking Tests Elizabeth Ciiordas Reserved Certainly! Work Being loud Charles Clulee Puzzling Say! New Milford College boards Edward Cox Agreeable Hey, Shine! Autos Going slow Louis Csexce Romantic ???? Girls Work John Dichello Energetic (?) I don’t know Athletics Oral Themes Florence Downey Good-natured Godfrey! Boys Keeping quiet Katherine DuBors Gay Faith, I will! Boys Being quiet Henry Elms Easy-going Say, listen here! Debates Keeping store Edwin Exxevek Optimistic Hey, Skipper! Orchestra Gym Fern Eustace Mild Good night! Undertakers Avoirdupois Matt Gammerino Outspoken Oh, Anna! Ward Street Stag parties Alyce Griffin Jazzy Did he? Choate School Everett Hall Happy-go-lucky They’re off f Autos Speed cops Viola Hall Game Oh! Gosh I Auto riding Alex Anna Hauer Devoted Oh, Hon f Matt Powder Nora Hayes Talkative Got any powder? Woolworth’s Silence Helen Hennessey Ambitious Hello! Yale Cats Elizabeth Hesketh Meek Oh my gosh! The other sex Babies Ralph Higgins Optimistic Oh gee! Listen! Knickers Studying Grace Hough Jolly 0-oh f My soul! Singing Being fat Kathleen Horan Easy-going Huh? The style Speed Caroline Keeler Cogitative Oh! Florence! Books Fallen locks Florence Koletzke Amiable Oh! Caroline! Music Macaroni and cheeseTHE CHRONICLE 29 Name Disposition Pet Phrase Chief Interest Bugbear Eva Kratzke Shy Really! Commercial subjects Unprepared- ness Ernest L'Ecuyer Unexpressive Yeh? Yales ville Economics Juseph Lanouette Pleasant Hello, Florence! Bell bottoms Picking up his feet George Loomis Deeplv thoughtful Goodness gracious ! Vacation Talking fast Edith Liversidge Moderate You’ve got an eye like a potato! Walls The last car Rose Lockert Impetuous Going tonight? Walks Studying Elsie Lovett Frank Hey ! Music Frivolity James Murray Conceited Put it here! Girls School Alice Maguire Shy Try and do it! Used to be Meriden Economics John McGuire Reliable Oh! Razzberries! College Girls Theresa Massaro Quiet My lands! Sewing Jim Florence McKenzie Tranquil Oh! Hum! 1:45 Bell Study Hall, sixth period Edna Millington Reserved Dear me! English comps. Chemistry Esther Meltzer Serious Honest? Office work Being little Frank Niziol Dashing By rum! Ansonia School Alex Nyiri Industrious Doggone it! Writing essays Economics William Norton Elucidative It don’t look right Poetry Dancing Alice Olsen Modest Say, listen! Studying Speed Teckla Pierson Jovial Oh, Georgie! Boys Growing fat Herbert Pickett J ollv Yeah! Oh ! Hel, Oh ! Hel, The morning Oh, Helen will you after be mine? Minnie Petry Industrious Are you sure ? Fords Northford Marion Prior Submissive Beat it! Shieks Muddy River Hilda Russo Willing It ain’t so! Studies Spanish Anna Roche Independent Oh. my gosh! Dancing Empty powder box Dixon Riggs Alert Nevah Electricity Girls Fay Southwick Cheerful I don’t know Olley! 8:15 Vesta Spokes Quiet Gosh! Normal School Boys George Squires Timid Oh ! Bulla Walla! She lives in New Haven Bricks Carol Thorpe Hot Hey, Higgh! Vamping Silence Helen Todd Mild My word! Choate He-males Elizabeth Van Luevan Quiet Go on! Yalesville Mumps Jennie Wooding Religious Whatcher want? Church Her hair Raymond Wooding Flirtatious By heck! Farming Potato bugs Ruth Wole Sunny Oh, Helen! French Heavy exercise Jennie Zisk Sunny Hey, you! Massachusetts Music30 THE CHRONICLE (Elasa Night Numh ra The following articles were given as a part of the Class Night Sketch, “Much Ado About Something,” written by Florence Koletzke and Caroline Keeler. CLASS HISTORY Our high school adventures began in the fall of 1920, when, one bright, sunshiny day, one hundred and sixty tearful, nervous, and very quiet, little tots stumbled wearily into Lyman Hall. We were immediately given the name of “Scrubs”; why, we never found out. Perhaps it was because we looked so polished and scrubbed up; but, at any rate, “Scrubs’ we were. We were taken aback by the haughtiness of the Sophomores, mystified by the actions of the Juniors, and over-awed and terrified by the lofty and inspiring (?) Seniors. As soon as our timidity began to wear off, we met one morning in our vast and beautiful auditorium to elect our class officers. After many struggles with papers and pencils, and after being carefully warned that each one was not supposed to vote for himself, we elected our president, Raymond DeRoy. It was he who proved to us that there is truth in the saying, “All good things come in small packages.” Before the meeting was brought to a close, we chose the class colors—Green and White—which were symbolic of us at that time. That year passed very quickly, but not before the very loving and tenderhearted (?) Sophs gave us a Hallowe’en party at which we all shone when it came to getting the prizes. We went to all basketball, football, and baseball games that year and contributed generously (?) when the hat was passed around. Vacation came all too quickly that year. Oh—yes, it did not! The next fall found us eagerly waiting for our trustworthy janitors to open the school doors, through which we wanted to enter to obtain more knowledge in the line of throwing chalk, getting dances at basketball games, and getting the maximum results from our school work with the minimum effort. We were very sorry to find, however, that many of our former classmates were not among us when the roll call was taken. This was mostly because some of them had found better occupations than attending school, such as minding babies, shining shoes, peddling papers, polishing knives, and others just as good. We held a class meeting as quickly as we dared, and with Emma Reyhon as our president, plans were soon under way for the Freshman Hallowe’en party, for which they (now the Juniors) are still thanking us. Then came the sleigh ride to Meriden, where we went to the Community Playhouse, we being at that time very sporty and daring in spending our money. After startling Meriden with our very up-to-date appearance (for many of us had ransacked the family closets and looked as if we were dressed for the weather that they have at the North Pole), we started for our home town. We safely reached home that same night, after hitting one truck (which marred the beauty of two or three of our members), and carefully (?) skidding and dodging all others. Next in importance came our Class Day, March 17. This was a gala event, as the girls wore bells on their—er—well, skirts, green hair-ribbons on their hair, and each held a large, lime lollypop in her hand. The boys were decked here and there with sprays of green, and indeed looked very nifty. They likewise were given lollypops, but these, instead of being carried by them, were eaten. EvenTHE CHRONICLE 31 our teachers’ dark forebodings of what would happen to us if we kept on acting so silly did not discourage us from seeing the bright side of life that day. Then one day, in our new auditorium, we, the happy-go-lucky Sapheads (this being our new nickname), presented to the rest of the overwhelmed school a short, but very cleverly-acted play, called “Rip Van Winkle.” Didn’t Henry Elias and Caroline Keeler act their respective parts as Mr. and Mrs. Rip Van Winkle wonderfully? We’ll say so! Our very nymph-like fairies and jolly Dutch gills and boys acted so well that it was generally believed that we had hired Flo Ziegfeld’s American Beauties. June came, and oh! how many were the sighs that filled the Sophomore rooms when we heard we should have to put our books away for ten whole weeks. But after being carefully interviewed by our teachers, we finally saw it was for the best, and so let it go at that. But next fall, when we sat in the Junior rooms—didn’t our noses go right up in the air? We elected our officers and started out on our third voyage. The seas were pretty rough. First, we had a grand and glorious picnic at Wharton Brook, with, of course, the ever-present dogs. That’s where some of our members started getting plump, for they laughed and grew fat while watching Miss Gorton and Mrs. Lambson trying to run a potato race. Then, of course, following the example set by our most worthy predecessors, we gave our Junior Play. The Seniors and the Class of 1922 enjoyed the financial success of “Mice and Men,” for they received the benefit of a scrumptious Prom at the Armory. Time went so fast that berore we realized it we were in the auditorium, pricking our fingers and getting in the way while we were trying to decorate the place for the outgoing Seniors. It made us feel rather sorry to see them go, but we consoled ourselves by thinking that perhaps the other classes would feel the same way about us the next year. Ouch! Our wisdom teeth came in this last fall, for we were full-fledged, dignified (?) Seniors. So dignified, indeed, that we are said to have disgraced the honorable name. Some of us were becoming quite large—in length, breadth and thickness—so we had to have a large president, who was “Hopper” Cox. Then we started on our way rejoicing. Of course, we had a picnic. And, of course, it was at Wharton Brook. And, of course, we had dogs again, and a wonderful time. Some of our more daring ones enjoyed someone’s nice, ripe muskmelons. Even Mr. Earley ate a piece. A Senior Dance followed shortly and the old gym did look pretty nifty. It should have! Everyone had a fine time. One of our handsome members enjoyed herself to such an extent that she—well—kneeled on the floor while trying to dance. Naturally, we couldn’t be outdone by the Juniors, so we presented “Come Out of the Kitchen.” Everybody came out! Wasn’t it great? We think so. Really, money isn’t all we think about, but we certainly were glad to know we had earned enough to pay up all our debts and do a lot of other things we wanted to. Then, the Juniors invited every one of us to their Prom. We really had a good time, and we shall be everlastingly grateful to them to think that they could make us behave so well. We didn’t know we had it in us. Our years in high school have flown by so rapidly that we catch our breath as we look back over these four happy years. Something seems to pull at our heartstrings, and tears are mingled with smiles as we bid goodbye to Lyman Hall. C. Thorpe, ’24; F. Downey, ’24.32 THE CHRONICLE CLASS PROPHECY George Squires, your stern attitude and sturdy, courageous young manhood cause your fellow townspeople to appoint you to the honored and responsible position of Chief of Police, and as a result much of the crime of North Haven is abolished. Vesta Spokes, your great success as an essayist finally results in an appointment to the place of editor on the staff of the Wallingford Daily Tribune, an enterprising newspaper of the twentieth century. C Carol Thorpe, your dignified bearing and strict adherence to rules of all lands, as Principal of the North Haven High School, cause the pupils to regard you with a mixture of awe and respect. Helen Todd, the lure of movieland and the silver sheet proves so great that you become one of the most popular and bewitching screen stars in all the movie realm of the United States, and your studio in Yalesville is the center of attraction for miles around. Alice Olson, you are to be the president of a great corporation, having a monopoly on the Kidmobile, an electric baby carriage. Thousands of orders pour into your office every day, and you are on the road to great financial success. Elizabeth Van Leuvan, you decide that you must rid the world of that dread disease commonly known as mumps, and consequently become widely known as one of the greatest woman doctors on the face of the globe. Edward Cox, love of power and desire for wealth cause you to run for the presidency. Your wide popularity results in your receiving the majority of votes, and you take upon your sturdy shoulders the affairs of the Yalesville Glue and Sticky Paste Manufacturing Company. Charles Bowe, you will act as treasurer and broker for the Yalesville Manufacturing Company, of which your intimate friend, Eddie Cox, is the honored president. You prove yourself a loyal, trustworthy member of this enterprising firm. Catherine Bridgett, because of the pitiful sights which you see during a stay in New York City, you decide to open a home for waifs in Wallingford. You receive many liberal donations, and succeed in obtaining the Elks’ building for your philanthropic purposes. j Edna Brooks, as you have a good line, you are given a position as traveling saleswoman for the Wallingford Canned Fruits and Vegetables Wholesale Company, and in your old Ford you canvass every city in the United States. Delaphine Barnes, because of the charming manner in which you play the hostess, you become known as one of the leading society women in the city of Wallingford, as well as one of the most charitable welfare workers in this city. Florence Koletzke, you are to be one of the most renowned professors of the piano in the world, having traveled through Europe and studied with some of the greatest artists. People will pay any price to hear your'magnificent concerts. Grace Hough, your golden voice charms the hearts of thousands of people who throng Woolsey Hall in order to hear you on one of your rare visits to Connecticut, as you are to be one of the greatest grand opera singers living. Eva Kratzke, silence is golden! You are to prove this by obtaining a position as the confidential secretary to the President of the Standard Oil Company, and you will receive a salary of one hundred thousand dollars per annum. John McGuire, as a Latin professor at Yale you will prove yourself extremely efficient, teaching with such force and confidence that even the dullest students will repay you with a very high grade. Florence McKenzie, you were always sweet and gentle in your life here at school, so when you are a missionary of the Gospel to darkest Africa, you will win every heathen savage by your unfailing patience.THE CHRONICLE 33 Theresa Massaro, as a seamstress you were always clever, so when you open your shop on Fifth Avenue in Wallingford, you will be flooded with orders, and you will be forced to have at least fifty girls working under your direction. Edna Millington, when you are head nurse in the Wallingford City Hospital, all the patients will feel better just to see your shadow on the wall, or your cheery smile. Alice Magu.re, because of the magnetic attraction of your bewitching personality, you will become the bride of one of Yalesville’s most prominent multimillionaires, and will be noted for your magnificent gowns, purchased in one of this city's most exclusive shops. Edith Liversidge, your skill in the millinery art causes you to become Wallingford’s leading modiste. Every spring you take a trip to France, coming back with the most gorgeous of Parisian creations. , Esther Meltzer, you will gain notoriety by bringing before the eyes of the public the value of rubber as a really delightful food, which will cause any human being to grow to any height which is desired. Katherine DuBois and Everett Hall, as characters in Shakespearian tragedy your talents will show themselves so great that you will succeed the famous Sothern and Marlowe, and be noted as the greatest interpreters of Shakespeare on the American stage. The Yalesville Palace Garden Theatre has you booked for a couple of seasons in advance. Edwin Ennever, from the humble trade of a grocery teamster you will rise By steady, determined practice on your fiddle to be known all over North Haven as one of the most skillful players for barn dances and quilting bees in the Western Hemisphere. Alyce Griffin, in the “Ziegfeld Follies of 1930,” who will be the foremost high kicker but our little Alyce, whose skill in the terpsichorean art was always quite startling. Ernest L’Ecuyer, your tonsorial parlors on West 120th street in Yalesville will prove so attractive that your trade will be overwhelming, and every woman and girl who has not shorn her long tresses will finally be enticed to bob, shingle, or boyish cut them in the delightful atmosphere and surroundings of your barber shop. Elizabeth Hesketh, you have always been such a deep thinker that some day you will so impress the voting population of Connecticut with your wisdom that you will be sent to Congress as one of our promising women senators. Elsie Lovett, because of your delight in giving pointers to people, you will 'some day write a guidebook for the erring public, entitled, “How to Act: When Here, There, and Everywhere.” Frances Blakeslee, your great knowledge of the intricacies of the beauty parlor results in your owning one of the most up-to-date establishments of the kind in North Haven. Even old women who go into your place of business come out with the bloom of youth upon their cheeks. Ruth Wolf, you will have a full-page advertisement running in every prominent magazine in the country, telling of your absolutely safe and guaranteed method for reducing the figure in less than five minutes. Jennie Zysk, you will rise above the clouds in your magnificently equipped hydroplane, and you will be the first navigator of the air to cross the frigid South Pole. George Loomis, you are to be head motorman of the Wallingford via Yalesville Trolley Company, and in spite of rain, snow, sleet and hail, you will be on hand to carry your precious burden of humanity to and from their daily tasks. Ralph Higgins, you will become one of the world’s most famous comedians, and while in Manila, you will publish a comic magazine called “Non-cents.” Every three years you will come back to your home town, Yalesville, to entertain the natives.34 THE CHRONICLE Ray Wooding, your endearing qualities and great ambitions so fill the hearts of your countrymen that you become one of North Haven’s most idolized mayors. Florence Downey, you will be the author of a column in the Wallingford Daily Tribune entitled, “Florence Downey’s Help and Advice,” and you will soon do Helen Randolph out of a job because of your great wisdom and experience in answering all kinds of questions. Henry Burghoff, you will travel all over the country giving a lecture course on How to Become a Forceful Public Speaker,” and will come to be known as the world’s most fiery orator. Louis Csenge, because of your winning way with all womankind, you will finally open a “Specialty Shop fpr Women,” in Wallingford, containing all those dainty, fussy things that so delight the feminine heart. James Murray, you will open a dashing, up-to-date haberdashery shop in the growing city of Montowese. You will attract all men to your place because of the snappy New York and North Haven styles you exhibit, and you will be the walking advertisement for your own business. Helen Hennessey, some day the Wallingford Daily Tribune will have a glaring headline telling of,your explorations in the wilds of the mountains of Tibet, and that you have shot and killed more lions than any woman living. Matthew Gammerino, the only place for your marcelled locks is at the head of the Salvation Army Brass Band, which will lure the school children from their studies into blissful forgetfulness of a fifth period. With your little wife by your side to collect the loose change, you will surely succeed. Viola Hall, you will be unexcelled throughout the State of Connecticut for your squash pies, and you will open a food shop in Wallingford, running in close competition with all other food shops and restaurants. Harriet Brosnan, you will astonish the citizens of the City of Wallingford with your wonderful faculty of settling all criminal cases in the City Court, as one of the leading lawyers. You will steadily rise in this profession, reaching the heights when you become one of the judges of the Supreme Court. Frank Niziol, Rudolph Valentino will fade in the eyes of the world when you get into the limelight with all your dashing debonaire and carefree gaiety.. You will receive mushy letters and requests for your picture from girls all over Yalesville, Tracy, North Haven, and Montowese. William Norton, you will become a great government surveyor, and with your instruments will survey the Rocky Mountains, undergoing many dangerous perils from steep and dizzy heights, wild animals, and bobbed-haired bandits. Alex Nyiri, you will go into business for yourself, and will conduct one of the most modern hardware stores in Wallingford, much larger than Griswold, Richmond Glock’s in yonder great city. Minnie Petry, you have been quiet while you were at school, but in the years to come you will astonish the state of California by your graceful classical dancing in one pf the great operas enacted upon the San Francisco stage. NJ Teckla Pierson, in the years which are to follow, such a change will have taken place that you will travel with the Sells-Floto circus as the “Thinnest Woman in the World.” Alice Blakeslee, all the population of the three large cities of North Haven, Wallingford and Yalesville will some day be aghast to hear that you have just completed your eighth trip around the world on foot, and have gained the prestige of being the only human round-the-world walker. Charles Clulee, the life of one who has a message for his people so appeals to you that you will some day become a minister of the Free Baptist Church, in Bear’s Hollow, Wyoming, where you will lead in the shouts of “Hallelujah” until they echo in the still air from one mountain to another. Dorothy Cella, as an all-round farmerette you will prove quite successful. However, you will make poultry raising your specialty, and will receive severalTHE CHRONICLE 35 prizes every year at the Annual Poultry Show in New York City. Henry Elias, your magnificent department store, occupying an entire block on Fifth Avenue in Wallingford, attracts thousands of purchasers daily to its doors. At night, huge electric signs proclaim to the whole city the wonders of your price-wrecking sales. —Rose Lockert, your great skill in the baseball art brings you to the notice of the managers of the World Series, and you soon have the great honor of being the only woman who has ever played on the Yankee team. Caroline Keelir, you will be greatly rewarded in your work as a novelist, as you will be the winner of the Pulitzer prize of two thousand dollars for the best American novel of the year 1935. Helen Barnes, because of your great skill in horsemanship, you will participate in some of the biggest horse races in this country, and later will cross to England, and will win the greatest event in the Derby races. Herbert Pickett, you will go into business for yourself in direct competition with your father, and will be agent for the electric kelvinator. You soon will have every household in Wallingford supplied with this device, thus causing the downfall of the Wallingford Ice Company. Marion Prior, because of your love of beautiful apparel you become the most fascinating and effective fashion model in one of the huge department stores in North Haven. Dixon Riggs, you will become famed for your skill with electricity, and will Tnvcnt an electrical instrument with which dwellers upon this earthly sphere may see and speak with the inhabitants of Mars. Because of this you will be considered as the electrical wizard of the twenty-first century. Anna Roche, while spending your vacation in a camp near Niagara Falls, you will go out alone in a canoe, and without any warning, will be hurled over the Falls, coming out as well and strong as ever. You will be the only human being to ever accomplish this, and will be considered as the ninth wonder of the world. Hilda Russo, your untiring efforts and perseverance will some day be rewarded by becoming the prosperous manager of the gorgeous Palace Garden Theatre in the suburbs of Yalesville. Fayette Southwick, because of the enticing charm of your playing on the uke, you will be able to soothe the savage hearts of the wild boars in the vicinity of North Haven, and will so benefit the community by doing this that the townspeople will name you as the “greatest woman wild boar tamer in New Haven county.” Nora Hayes, you will be the means of establishing a ten-story Woolworth building in the heart of Wallingford, and after its completion will act as the powerful head of this beehive of industry. Louise BoRGNiNE'and Elsie Blakeslee, you two will go into partnership as Wall Street brokers in the immense Stock Exchange of North Haven, and will conduct one of the noisiest “curb markets” in that vicinity, making millions of coin by the slippery swindles which you put across. Anna Hauer, you will be a great help to your husband in carrying on his work with the Salvation Army. He will be discouraged many times, but your faith in him will give him strength to keep going. Joseph Lanouette, you are going to be one of the most noted architects of your time, and will have the noble honor of drawing the plans for one of the world’s finest buildings, the Yalesville City Hall. Kathleen Horan, your love of everything in the gymnastic line will result in your competing for one of the greatest positions in this line that the United States ever had to offer: that of physical instructor in the Montowese University of Classical Athletics. Fern Eustace, in your time you are destined to hold the hands of some of36 THE CHRONICLE the greatest personages in existence, as you a:re to be the founder and head of a manicuring parlor in Henry Elite’s Department Store. Elizabeth Chordas vyou ?me to be renowned as the greatest diver and swimmer the world has ever known. You will have a diving board one thousand feet above the water level of Quinnipiac River, where you will perform marvelous feats now unknown to humanity. Jennie Wooding, in the year 1936, you will receive a call to distant Washington, and will have an interview with the President’s wife. Because she likes the way in which you do your hair, she will have you sign a contract as her social secretary, and you will travel all over the Canary Islands with her, writing even her billets doux to the President himself. John Dichello, your great skill in running huge trucks and motor vehicles of various kinds finally leads to your establishing a trucking system between Yalesville and North Haven, and every day hundreds of the “Dichello Trucks”1 pass over this route from both of these thriving market centers of the world. Jennie Wooding, John McGuire. CLASS GIFTS Frank Niziol Paraffin Teckla Pierson Bottle of CO-2 Your hair was always a terrible sight— Someone kept it mussed, though comb it you might This paraffin, tied in a cloth so tight, Will keep it smooth, if you use it right. Teckla, you lost the CO-2 And didn’t know where to find it; So we give you this, which ought to do, And hope that you will like it. Louise Borgnine A Moon is rather expensive Toy Car And rides are hard to get, But you will find pleasure intensive When you ride in this car, you bet. Alice Olson “Monkey sees—monkey does.” Monkey on a String Alice, just look at this monkey’s fuzz; Treat him nice and about he’ll swing)— He’s not the first you’ve had on a string. Marion Prior Marion, to Muddy River you like to go, Toy Auto But when you go by, you go too slow. Take this car and for Herb you may stop, And when he’s in, just go hippity-hop. Dixon Riggs The radio bug has bitten you; Bag of Nuts, Bolts, etc. Without your radio, what would you do? So take these nuts and bolts and wire, And show us to what you really aspire. Hilda Russo To hike to Choate is, of course, no sin, Picture of Choate But really, you are getting much too thin. A tiresome walk you will prevent By gazing at this, and your time is well spent.Jennie Wooding Toy Airplane THE CHRONICLE Jennie, you are a speedy girl ; Your typing has set us all in a whirl. This airplane, too, is a pretty fast thing, You can keep up your speed if you stick to its wing. Eva Kratzke Megaphone Are you bashful or have you a cold? To us, your voice is rarer than gold. Use this megaphone every day, Then maybe we’ll hear what you have to say. Alyce Griffin Rope The boys come, but they don’t seem to stay, But “Where there’s a will, there’s always a way.’' So grasp this rope in your trusty hand ; If you throw it right, a man you’ll land. Ruth Wolf Gun Bank messengers often are robbed, they say; We hope this won’t happen to you some day. “Safety First” is well to keep in mind. Behind this gun you are safe, you’ll find. George Squire Can of Beans From Beantown he comes, and there he goes; It’s beans he is from his head to his toes. Now Beans, don’t think we are hitting, But really, you’ll find this gift quite fitting. Helen Todd Alarm Clock Every morning at eight-fifteen You rush in the room and loudly scream, “I’m late again; what shall I do?” This alarm clock is the gift for you. John Dichello Watch Dich! You were never on time, For basketball you were an hour behind. So take this watch, which is always true, And don’t fail to see an appointment through. Vesta Spokes Post Vesta, you carry too heavy a load Of lazy kids who want to be towed. If you do this work, as we’re often told, You’ll need this support, for your back won’t hold. Elizabeth Van Leuvan Meriden is a long way to go Stamps And sometimes trolleys are terribly slow. To write to Les must keep you broke. You’ll find these stamps are really no joke. Helen Hennessy Coal It’s a reducing agent you’re looking for, Something to make you thin, and nothing more. ’Tis said that many things will do; Do you suppose this will work with you? James Murray Sloan’s Liniment Sloan’s liniment is good, ’tis said; Suppose you use it after you’re wed. ’Twill lessen many an ache or pain. You’ll find this bottle all your gain.38 THE CHRONICLE Kathleen Horan There’s a girl with whom we mingle, Roofing Paper Who’s forever talking about her shingle. Perhaps this roofing will aid her When he comes to claim her. And when you build a house for two, These things will be useful, too. Helen Barnes Over hill, over dale, Horse Over park, over pale; See that brown speck going fast— That’s our Helen, flying past. Caroline Keeler Whenever you’re worried, tired, or blue; Snappy Stories There’s no use to worry, fret, or stew; For here you have some classic stories—• Read them all and see their glories. Florence Koletzke As a musician of greatest fame, Picture of a Piano Renowned all over is your name. Here’s something to help you keep in tune That people may hear you, clear to the moon. Herbert Pickett Those red buttons made a hit with us, Buttons But now they are gone, we must make a fuss. The girls took away, the girls must pay; Here are buttons for a rainy day. Catherine Bridgett Catherine, ’tis asleep they say you are; Smelling Salts And when you’re that way, you can’t go far. To keep you awake and on your way These smelling salts will serve every day. Elsie Blakeslee Hot Dog This nice little dog we’re sure you’ll like, Tust think, you can take him on many a hike. Won’t the sight of him to your mind recall Some of your acts while in Lyman Hall? Anna Roche Anna loves to dance, Picture of Murray Anna loves to swim, But the sport she loves the best Is a sport named gym (Jim). Frances Blakeslee Frances, you’re ever searching for a thrill, Mule No one can say you didn’t search well. Couldn’t you get one, riding to school Upon this very balky mule? Alex Nyiri Alex once did win a prize Candy Kisses Of dollars ten in shining gold. After that he went in search Of riches that are quite untold. Henry Burghoff In studies, in sports, you shine like a star. Gold Medal from Your light shines forever, beaming afar. tlour Bag As a gign of reSpect from Qass 24, We give you this medal. How could you ask more?Delaphine Barnes Mah Jongg Set Raymond Wooding Toy Farm Tools Ralph Higgins Manila Paper Fern Eustace Jumping Rope Anna Hauer Mat Minnie Pf.try Horse and Wagon William Norton Doll George Loomis Peppermints Viola Hall Brownie Charles Clulee Box of Cereal Carol Thorpe Box THE CHRONICLE 39 They say Mah Jongg you like to play; Take this set and use it every day. Think of one who is far away Over by Manila Bay. Ray is a farmer, strong and bold, But we have by a bird been told His tools are getting quite worn out. Take these; they’ll surely help you out. When to your homeland you return All your sweethearts for you will yearn. A letter they’ll each be wanting, So, my boy, just begin your writing. Fernie wants to be quite thin Though being fat is not a sin. The way to this is exercise; With this you might reduce your size. Matt and Anna, always together, No matter what the weather. When Matt’s away, Anna’ll be sad, So here’s a mat to make her glad. Minnie, you ever liked a jaunt To Lyman Hall, your favorite haunt. Wouldn’t you like a horse and wagon Sometimes when your feet are laggin’? Bill, why do you blush and stutter so, And act as if girls were all your foes? This one, I’m sure, you will learn to love And soon will be calling your “sweet turtle dove.” Among your friends you have a rep Of being slow and lacking pep; These candies, we hope, will give to you Speed and ambition enough for two. This little girl, whom we call Vi, Has always been so quiet and shy, But she suddenly surprised us by stepping out. The cause is a mystery, but, without doubt, This little gift we offer to her Will bring “him” to mind. It’s a Brownie, too. We’ve worried such a lot about you, And wondered just what we ought to do j To make you big, and fat, and strong. Just eat this cereal; it won’t take long. It’s such a disadvantage to be so awfully small, Especially when your sweetheart is exceptionally tall. So maybe we can help you by offering this box Upon which you can stand, and be as tall as Eddie Cox.10 Dorothy Cella Thermometer THE CHRONICLE Dottie, ’tis a nurse you want to be; We wish you all success, do you see? So take this, and we’re sure you’ll find It shows temperatures, and it’s good for work of all kinds. Florence Downey A giggle, a titter, a shriek of laughter! Bottle of Laughing Gas F. D. has come with all her clatter. We’D give to her this bottle of laughing gas; Everett Hall Toy Bull Perchance it will help many an hour to pass. This lad, whose name is Hall, Throws the bull that beats us all. A toy bull would probably please; It certainly would never tease. Edwin Ennever Picture of Griffin 1 College will claim you very soon And most things will be out of tune, For no more chatting with Alyce can you do; So here’s a Griffin that will last the four years through. Harriet Brosnan Book Romances, both old and new, Will probably always interest you. Now we can prove that we are right When we say you’re well “Red” at night. Kora Hayes Pencil “Neither a borrower nor a lender be.” So, Nink, we give a pencil to thee, And we are sure it will last If you don’t chew it up too fast. Joseph Lanouette Baby Shoes We know you have good understanding; We present to you these little shoes To show you what you used to use. Henry Elias Vnbreakable Plate Bang! Smash! There goes another plate! Smashing dishes you do not hate; So this one, that will never break, We hope from us you’ll gladly take. Elsie Lovett Tiny Ball Our minister’s daughter, so stately and tall, We give to you this tiny ball; We’ve never seen you laugh or play; Perhaps ’twill help to make you gay. Esther Meltzer Bag of Rags Oh, Esther, when you’re feeling gay And think that you would like to stray; Scatter these rags and plainly mark, So that you’ll get back to your start. Edna Brooks Directions for driving a Ford Edna, you certainly are some class. All other cars we’ve seen you pass, But sometime there’ll be something you desire; Then this book will tell you what you require. Jennie Zysk Toy Mouse Jennie, as a reminder small Of the noise you made at Lyman Hall, We give you this little mousie, gray, And hope you’ll soon become quite gay.Matthew Gammerino Good Housekeeping Alice Blakeslee Picture of C. Dunn THE CHRONICLE Matt, the marriage game is not a cinch 4i And many a time you’ll be in a pinch. For you, this Good Housekeeping ought to be handy; It’s very helpful, and you’ll find it a dandy. You’re fond of your Ford, and fond of your horse, But of this, you’ll be more fond of course; For it’s a picture, as you well can see, Of one named Charlie—tee hee! tee hee! Ernest L’Ecuyer Dictionary Fayette Southwick Picture Charles Bowe Polish Elizabeth Chordas Box of Thyme Louis Csenge Old Rubber Heels Grace Hough Dumb-bells Theresa Massaro Two Yeast Cakes Peanuts would never let out a peep; His silence would make our flesh fairly creep. Here’s a dictionary, Peanuts, for you; Now increase your vocabulary—do. Fay, here is a figure of “My Man,” Really and truly, he’s in great demand, But to you we give him; keep him ever at hand, For can’t you see, he represents “Herr Mann”? Oh! a Ford without a shine Is surely not worth a dime. So here’s a bottle of some stuff To use when you find the mud’s been rough. We give to you this box of thyme; We hope that you will find it fine, For you never had time to play; So take this box and be on your way. O’Sullivan’s are what you need. Now, perhaps, you will take heed, For you’ll know how your hearer feels When we give you these nice rubber heels. Day by day, in every way, Grace would more slender be, Using dumb-bells night and day, Growing thinner—wait and see. Theresa, you are so very small We’re going to help you, one and all. Accept these yeast cakes; eat them, too. “Hope you’ll grow,” is our wish to you. John McGuire Johnnie rode in a taxi, he even rode in a Ford, Pair of Shoes But in his father’s Buick, one would think he was a lord. Do we envy you? Of course we do, But here is just a reminder before we’re through. Florence McKenzie We’ve never seen you naughty, we’ve never seen you bad. Book 0} Poems You’ve always caused the teachers to look rather glad. We present you with this book of poems and solemnly aver There never was, nor will be, such a genius of a girl.42 Edna Millington Canoe THE CHRONICLE “Got your Latin?” “Got your Chem?” Were your pet sayings from first year to end. We know you could, but you wouldn’t do, So take this gift: ’twill help you paddle your own canoe. Edward Cox Tires won’t last forever, you know, Spare Tire When so oft to North Haven you go. What would you do if your tires blew out? W ith these spares you’ll never have cause to pout. Rose Lockert In basketball you were quite a star, Toy Glasses With quite a rep, we find, so far; But if these glasses you will take, A few more baskets, perhaps, you’ll mawo. Katherine DuBois Molly, that you have lots of beaux Shiny Heart Is a simole fact that everyone knows. Accept this “Shiny” heart of tin, 'J- And your Senior Play hero we hope you’ll win. Elizabeth Hesketh and Edith Liversidge Toy Telephones These telephones we give to you, For now your High School days are through You two, who were together so much, Surely need something to keep in touch. Alice Maguire Alice is here, Alice is there, Horn With us, without us, Heaven knows where. For our convenience, next time you go, Blow this horn and let us know. GIFT COMMITTEE. Herbert Pickett, Chairman. CLASS WILL We, the Class of 1924 of Lyman Hall High School, Town of Wallingford, County of New Haven, State of Connecticut, United States of America, Western Hemisphere, The Earth, having spent four years, more or less, within these walls where we have received our high school education, along with which, free of all expense, we have understood the meaning of supreme joy, deep humiliation, many trials and afflictions, now, at last, having survived the severe buffeting which we have encountered during the past few years, having been proclaimed proficient by various tests and examinations in which we have learned that a celibate is not an imbecile, and having been put through certain chemical tests in the laboratory, and thoroughly inspected by the faculty’s compound, triple-reflecting, self-adjusting microscope, and declared to be mentally perfect but physically shattered, knowing that our time here is limited and our final parting close upon our heels, we, the said Class of 1924, do solemnly and in due form declare this to be our Last Will and Final Testament, and do revoke all former documents of such a character. On the night of our departure we earnestly entreat that our simple requests be carefully obeyed by all those concerned, to the best of their ability. But, in spite of our immediate parting, we wish to be wrapped in many memories and do entreat everyone to see that they are altogether pleasant.THE CHRONICLE 43 First: We do request that a sufficient sum of money be set aside for the purchase of handkerchiefs to be distributed among those present on the night of our departure, and that a double amount be given to the members of the faculty, for we know that rivers of tears and loud laments will spring from that- source. Second: To the Class of 1925 we do bequeath rooms 1 and 3 and all the contents thereof, respectfully imploring the powers that be not to seat the members of said Class of 1925 in assemblies in alphabetical order, but to grant them the privilege of sitting in whichever of the aforesaid rooms they please, so that the dire calamity which befell Anna Roche and Alyce Griffin will not happen next year to Catherine Flood and Rita Sekowski, but that they may be united and enjoy a blissful existence together, just as Caroline Keeler and Florence Koletzke did this year; And we do further bequeath to the said Class of 1925 our sound judgment, and we do advise them to use this in the election of their senior president, that their class meetings may be conducted as genially, diplomatically and efficiently as ours have been by our worthy president, Edward Cox. Third: To the Class of 1926 we do bequeath the domination of the remainder of the school and its grounds, provided they keep them in the excellent condition in which we now leave them. Fourth: To the Class of 1927, upon their timely departure from the infantile stage of life, we do bequeath our grown-up feeling, for soon, upon our entrance to other spheres, both commercial and academic, we expect to feel as inexperienced as they did last fall. Fifth: To the Class of 1928 we bequeath our good will. Beyond that, we make no special gift, for, we think, there will be sufficient to occupy their minds when they enter upon high school life. Sixth: To jolly Janitor Jenkins and his worthy assistant, Janitor Tyler, we bequeath the contents of the waste-baskets in rooms 1 and 3, all scraps of paper, abandoned pieces of chewing gum, pencil stubs, and broken pen points of the aforesaid rooms. Seventh: To the Faculty we bequeath the remainder of our possessions. They are to be divided evenly, with the exception that Miss Mitchell and Miss Burdon, our ever-faithful patronesses, receive a double allotment, and if there are no worldly goods left from our bequeathments, we give them our sincere gratitude and humbly ask pardon for our various misdemeanors. We personally make the following bequests: I, Frank Niziol, do leave my supply of excellent Hair Groom to Robert Seekamp, in order that he may control his wayward locks. I, Carol Thorpe, do bequeath my numerous giggles to Lottie Kraszewski. I, Matthew Gammerino, do bequeath my curls to the highest bidder. We, Teckla Pierson, Grace Hough, Ruth Wolf and Herbert Pickett, do bequeath what seems most obviously superabundant on us to the long, lean, and lank Kenneth Johnson. I, Everett Hall, do bequeath my obstreperous voice to Russell Phelan. I, Henry Elias, do bequeath my art of juggling dinner plates about on the tips of my fingers, to Israel Caplan. In Witness Whereof we have subscribed our names and affixed our seals on this twentieth day of June in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and twenty-four, and in the year of our class the fourth. CLASS OF 1924. Signed, sealed, published, and declared by the above-named Class as its Last Will and Final Testament, in the presence of us who have hereunto subscribed our names as witnesses. Neleh Senrab, Noxid Sggir. Helen Barnes, Dixon Riggs.Qfhe (Chnntulr g taff Lyman Hall High School Wallingford, Connecticut LITERARY DEPARTMENT Editor in Chief, Caroline Keeler Associate Editors Vesta Spokes Carolyn Loomis Catherine Flood Edmund Merriam Alumni Editor, Jennie Wooding Sporting Editors Ralph Higgins Gertrude Wustrack Joke Editors Henry Elias Eleanor Addis Carol Thorpe Exchange Editor, Florence Koletzke Art Editor, Shirley Mansfield News Editor, Dorothy Gough Club Notes Editor, Martha Toothill Reporters Helen Hennessey Shirley French Catherine Gaffney Virginia Cox Faculty Adviser, Miss Quinlivan BUSINESS DEPARTMENT Business Manager, John McGuire First Assistant Business Manager, Robert Williams Second Assistant Business Manager, Evarts Stevens Circulation Manager, Henry Burghoff Advertising Manager, Charles Clulee Assistant Advertising Managers Norton Ingraham Robert Valentine Office Manager, Florence Downey Assistant Office Manager, Helen Robinson Faculty Adviser, Mr. HinmanTHE CHRONICLE 45 Brother and Sister “Jack, come here a minute,” called Barbara from the library to her brother who was tinkering with his radio in the spacious hall. “Can’t. Busy,” retorted Jack abruptly. “Just for a moment, Jack. I can’t get this geometry and I’m going to Ruth’s for supper,” persisted his sister. “Oh! shut up. You’re always pestering me with your old home work. I always knew girls couldn’t use their brains. I’d like to know what you’d do if you didn’t have me? Anyway, can’t you see I’m busy? I’ve got to get these wires connected because Tom’s coming over later on to listen in,” yelled Jack angrily (perhaps forgetting that Barbara was not yet deaf). “Oh, yes, you’d do more for your friends than for your own sister. But if it was Amy Harris who asked you. you would do it in an instant. Never mind. I’ll ask Ruth to help me. You probably don’t know how to do it yourself,” flamed Barbara. “What’s the matter, Barb? Oh, yes, that geometry. I’ll do it; just run along like a good little girl,” said Jack innocently. All the answer he received was an infuriated slam of the front door. Later on, Jack confided to Tom, “Whew! Girls certainly are the limit, aren’t they? Especially sisters; they blow up about the least little thing. I had a narrow escape from Barb this afternoon. Gee! I’m glad she’s gone for the evening.” And Barbara to Ruth at table, “Boys certainly are awful. I just asked Jack' to give me a little help in home work and he yelled at me as though I’d done something terrible.” “Hello! Jack. Did you have a nice time?” greeted his sister as she came in about nine o’clock. “Dandy! Did you?” “Splendid!” retorted Barbara, as though nothing had ever happened between them. Oh! well, they’re brother and sister and have privileges. Elizabeth Urban, ’27. The Shrinking Apple The world of today is a great deal smaller than that of four hundred and twenty-five years ago. Do not become alarmed! I do not mean that a great geographical change is reducing the girth of this great apple (that is what our grammar school geographies compare it to!) What is implied is that the superior traveling facilities and message service is shortening the distance between points. Years ago man was his own traveling device; but, finding that means of traveling (his legs) inadequate to supply the desired speed, he pressed the camel and horse into service. After the invention of the wheel, the chariot was used as a mode of travel. With the centuries came the wagon and the carriage, each improvement meaning to increase the speed. Man soon outgrew the slow but steady gait of the horse, and invented the steam engine, which was quickly adapted to drive the wheels of a vehicle; thus came the locomotive. Then arrived the automobile and, most recently, the aeroplane. In a similar manner, we can trace the development of the ship, from the small, open, rowboat to theTHE CHRONICLE 46 majestic Leviathan. Not only has man learned to travel faster, but he has also found out how to hasten the passage of messages. In the olden days, messages were delivered by carriers. Later came messengers on horse. Many people of long ago used fires to send messages. To supply the need of more speed, the telegraph was invented. Then came the quickest and, perhaps, the most efficient carrier of all, the wireless. Will this squeezing of the apple mash it to a pulp? No! It will force all the juice of hatred and desire for war from it, for it will bring all men into a great bond of brotherhood. Thus will international peace prevail and happiness reign supreme. Joseph Ginsburg, ’25. ONE OF THE GRADUATING CLASSES OF THE HARTFORD HOSPITAL SCHOOL FOR NURSES 50 Nurses wanted at once ! The Hartford Hospital School for Nurses is increasing its enrollment to meet the demand of enlarged hospital capacity from 500 to 600 beds. Classes to enter June and October. Training school founded 1877. Unquestionable standing. Eight hour duty; attractive, home-like surroundings. Tennis; ice rink; moving pictures weekly in our own recitation hall. Address at once. Principal, Hartford Hospital Training School, Hartford, Conn.t THE A. S. THOMAS STORE MERIDEN, - CONN.High Grade Printing of Every Description Commercial and Stationery Printing a Specialty H. A. CRUMP Producer of Printing North Orchard Street Phones Shop and House % i j I 1 j Compliments of Thos. Rowdie Compliments of Successor to J. P. Ouilbeciult • THE PIERSON TONSORIALIST The place where your work COAL CO. I is done satisfactorily. { Successor to Hassett Coal Co. 1 The New World Universal System j of Super- Related—Education j Plain Common Sense simplifies and | unifies the work of teacher and pupil, | Wallingford i .v in vision, judgement and action. Based on the nature of the Universe, | the nature of the mind and needs of I humanity. Write for outlinetext book. | THE MANOR J. A. SOLANDT ! (51ie § taff of thr (Etfromdr takpo thia opportunity to thank tljr a uerttarra for ttjeir patronage.— ■ • Compliments of DOWNEY BROS. Mr. James E. Hayes Plumbing, Heating and Tinning 155 South Elm St., Phone 843 Compliments of Lanouette Griffin Incorporated Insurance and Real Estate 8 Center Street Compliments of HARRY FRITZ The Center St. Store Compliments of John A. Martin Fire Insurance Office: Town Hall LIEDKE BROS. Meats, Bakery, Etc. Homemade Sausage Fresh Fish 82 Center Street Public Window Bakery We specialize in making pure, wholesome Homemade Bread, Cakes and Pastry. Fresh from our ovens every day. No substitutes of any description used in our products. 100 Center St., Phone 449-2 Comb’s Cash Market S. M. Combs, Proprietor Dealer in Choice Meats, Veal, Poultry, Vegetables, Etc. 140 Center Street s .. V I ! merits of 1 Edison Diamond Disc WOLF j Phonographs and Records WAIST The M. R. Sanders Co. 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Roger’s Dance Orchestra Roger Hocking, Leader j Phone Connection Yalesville, ' STONE ACCOUNTING AND SECRETARIAL SCHOOL, me. 116 Church Street wHaven, Conn. At DAY AND EVENI1 ' '| API ! ! The Cy' ®0-! 7 n. linen's Outfitters! ECTICUT’S 1 EST FUR ISHMENT | JOHN M. CANNON ! Clothes made to measure Dyeing, Cleaning, Pressing COR. MAIN and CENTER STS. Phone 46-3 i PAT 'rents of ! I Br IOR ‘able V weui kings and . i 12 Lrts US i S zzzzz. , I ! Insulated ! re Co. V. Lee 'nthracite Slid Co»l rh«. ui Wali.ngford, i. Established 1894 Telephone 430 LADEN BROS. Distributors of the celebrated “WIRTHMORE” Feeds 30 Years in Business Still young and growiug I 109—115 South Colony St. j The J. R. Burghoff Co. HARDWARE New Location 136 Center St. WALLINGFORD AUTO CO. Storage facilities unexcelled Buick Passenger Cars G. M. C. Trucks Exide Battery Service. Wooding Co BUILDING CONTRACTORS BUILDING MATERIALS 815 IONIZE HOME TRADE ;ad, Pies and Pastry l. HEILMAN BAKERY Pearl St. Phone 54-2 Advertise in the Chronicle and show that you appreciate the students efforts. Summer Fashions Ready! The Ives, Upham Rand Co. ESTABLISHED 1847 Meriden THE NEW SPRING SUITS ARE HERE! The smart silver gray and other new colorings. Soft draping jackets and wide-cut trousers—and best of all—Two pair of trousers with each suit . SHOES HATS AMttKt FURNISHINGS CLOTHING 854 Chapel Street, New Haven, Conn. 3 N. Y. Stores—39-41 Cortlandt St.—124 Nassau St.—254 Fifth Ave. 28th Successful Year PEQUOD BUSINESS SCHOOL Our Graduates Succeed AFTER HIGH SCHOOL—WHAT? Pequod offers, to those qualified, the VANNAIS Course in HIGHER ACCOUNTING and AUDITING which prepares you for the C. P. A. examinations. SUPERIOR POSITIONS are secured by High School graduates and others who complete our SECRETARIAL OFFICE TRAINING We do tutoring in High School and College MATHEMATICS. PREPARE AT PEQUOD • C Z. SWISHER. M. A. Superintendent P. P. FREEMAN, B. S. C Manager