Quincy High School - Goldenrod Yearbook (Quincy, MA)

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THE LETTER BOX (continued from juu c ‘21) To the Yuli tor of the Golden Rod: This year, as previously, attempts have been made on the part of individuals to conduct a school newspaper. While some existed longer than others they all disappeared. Nevertheless, these endeavors were the seed of a growing sentiment which beyond question will eventually bear fruit. It is not for any one to deny that a school paper is an asset for it has been proven as such. It affords space for more timely discussion of the problems of our academic and even municipal functions. Immediately the opposition will say that the expense will be great to cover both the magazine and the new enterprise. However, we do not have to look far, to find examples, in much smaller institutions, to refute this. Then too, the pessimists will say, Remember we have a depression on our hands.” To them 1 say, This depression has given birth to many enduring blessings and any that we can add to them will be to our credit and advantage.” If the G. R. staff feels that, in the wave of popularity of the paper, this magazine would be swamped and abandoned, their fears are baseless, for thev would find that they have the greatest advertising outlet that they have ever been given the opportunity to use. The two deal in material which is totally different. One in current events, the other in lasting topics, one in the progres- sive actions of the subject, the other in an analysis of his character and personality. The progress of the school year, as it is now, with the exception of the much- feared deficiencies, is a matter of working for a quarter of a year, and then receiving a report. The interest in work would be notably increased, by pub- lishing weekly, in the paper, the names of students, whose ratings at the end of that period, entitle them to a place on the quarterly honor roll. This roll, at present, is forgotten until the ten weeks have passed and nothing can be done, if you have not been eligible, except to make a doubtful resolution of trying the next time. To resurrect these departed editors and fill them with true journalistic zeal would give us a staff capable of producing a periodical which would compare more than favorably with any other of a similar nature, for among the deceased there was much talent and ability even among the sophomores who, though quite immature, with the proper guidance of the more stately and adult upper classmen might show signs of true knowledge. Hoping to hear comment from you and my fellow students and teachers I am Sincerely yours, Josiimi McC Jroarty H. R. 310 25

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olden Rod THE SECRET BENEFACTOR (continued from page S) '‘Sir, I know nothing of what you say. I’m overcome with suspense. If you know anything of Mary, tell me what's become of her.” The tenant’s eye looked searchingly and earnestly into the landlord’s face, then taking him by the arm he led him softly into another room. There was a pale, thin woman sitting in an arm chair. She started on seeing the two men enter and uttered a faint cry of surprise. My brother!” Mary,” gasped Mr. MacDonald, can it be my sister?” Your sister and my wife.” An hour later Mr. MacDonald might have been seen entering John Ben- son’s lodging. The young man was at home. With surprise he greeted his late employer. Young man,” said he, I have learned in what way you have used your salary the past year.” Sir?” You have compromised me. I—I do not wish to blame, but you should not have left the White family to suppose the money they received came from me. You paid the rent, and gave them receipts in my name.” And do they know it?” cried John. Why should they not? Why did you not act openly with them?” I had no thought that you would be injured by being suspected of helping them, and I had my reasons for not wishing to be known as the author of the benefits,” said John, blushing. I demand your reasons.” The truth is, if I must confess it, I—I hope some day to marry Marjorie- White—” Ah—” She is a worthy girl, sir.” John,” said Mr. MacDonald, pressing the young man’s hand, I honor you, you have acted nobly. Return to your situation, you shall have the entire control of my business, your salary shall be doubled.’’ But Mr. Carrol—” He is not permanently engaged. I will find a place for him. John, you must come back! I confess I have acted wrong in this matter.” Years later John Benson, prosperous in business and happy in his marriage, often had occasion to look back with a smile to the time when he left the service of Mr. MacDonald for conscience sake.”

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Weather NOT SO HOT ©. n. s. ■ VOLUME HEAVY DAT UP TO DATE HARVEST DAM E TROVES successfil GREATEST EMU! SI ASM OF YEARS IS SHOWN September 5 Get - acquainted day for sophomore». 6 All classes resumed. October S Deficiencies. 12 Happy Columbus Day! November Three hundredth anniversary of secondary education. 5-11 Education Week. 7 Open House Night. 9 ' Golden-Rod contests close. 9 Harvest dance. 13 First quarter report cards. 21 Mammoth football rally spon- sored by Alumni. 23 Biggest noise of the year at school football rally. 24 Oh! that Brockton game! 29 Thanksgiving turkey. December 17 Again deficiencies. 19 Girls’ club Christmas party. 21 Christmas pageant by the music department. 21 Shortest day of the year, and vacation begins. 25 Santa Claus arrives. January 2 Back in the harness again. First rehearsal for Captain Applejack. 29 Again report cards. GIRLS (LIB POKEY! Just in case it has been said oy some people in the past that the Girls’ Club in this school has been dull, let them now eat their words. The two hundred odd members had their first meeting on October first. Then came Miss Ethel Crockett to speak of life in Alaska, giving her personal experiences. A scavenger hunt was followed by a Thanksgiving one-act play. In De- cember, the much appreciated Miss Evelina Jackson from Vesper George School of Art spoke to the eager girls on the art of dress. At the December Christmas party. Mr. I ee acted as Santa Claus, and pre- sented candy, oranges and presents contributed by the members to lorty youngsters. Then remember, please, back in November when the executive members had manu- factured and sold blue and white scarves for the football games That took a little thought, too! An evening early in November saw about two hundred of Quincy's fair children entering the panelled, streamer-bound school gym. The gay figures painted on the yellow panels and decorated faces of the pumpkins smiled down on the dancers. The committee, under Miss Mc- Carthy. who made the decorative panels and planned the dance were: Mathew Fay, Sam Evans, Clifton Shepard. Helmi Pitkanen, Reginald Law, John Kelley, Freda Steven-?, Wenonah Stewart, Angela Zarelli, and Ann Zabloski. Another larger group assisted in the ushering and ticketing of the patrons. The Musical Mariners did their share in making the dance enjoyable by producing some really good music. ki WANTED: From graduates of “Not for years, perhaps never, has Quincy High school shown such genuine enthusiasm. This statement came from our own principal, Mr. Collins. The Quiucy- Brockton rally held in the school auditorium was the proof. A royal welcome was given the several notables who were deserv- ing of it that night at the great get- together. True tales of the gridiron were told by Bill Cunningham, feature sports writer, who is also talented in the singing and playing of college songs. Pat Hanley, of the Middle West, and the coach of Boston university, along with Eggs” Manske. all American end from North Western university, and Joe McKenney, coach of Boston college, were three more of the guests. Marion Rob- erts, Brockton's coach, gave a very rugged and regular talk which was appreciatively applauded by the whole audience. Members of the team were brought on and separately intro- duced to the alumni and general public. At the close, the audience smil- ing. laughing, and confident, left the hall to the blaring sounds of the band, and the shouts of the wiry cheer leaders to retire to their homes with boxes of cough drops and “Father Patrick’s Throat Restorer. THALIA (U K SEEKS NEW MEMBERS It was told to a seeking student, that because of the interference in the activities of the Thalia Club by other girls' clubs in the school, this honor membership club of Q. H. S., Woodward Institute, and Adams Academy- incidents from the history of these schools suitable for dramatic presenta- tion. Send to Quincy Nigh School in care of 'Golden Rod . eighteen years’ standing was not able to carry on successfully. Bo on January third, every honor girl student was invited to join the or- ganization. With this invitation, and the group of new and enthusi- astic members there is again hope for renewed success. Long live the Thalia Club!