Agawam High School - Sachem Yearbook (Agawam, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1934 volume:

IJear boo Published by the Class of 19 3 4 Jiqawam tiig gau?am i School Massachusetts L= ■Jl 2 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL ilillUffflfc ill!;! IMS !$ t!i!iu!i!i!A 11 wm apima Mi l s ' Ifc ii!i!t!i!t!i!i 1934 YEAR BOOK 3 The Faculty Mr. Benjamin J. Phelps, Superintendent Mr. F. Earl Williams, Principal Mrs. Hazel Aldrich Domestic Science Miss Gertrude Belyea Bookkeeping Miss Mary M. Crowley Art Mr. Frederick T. Dacey Manual Training Miss Ruth Dickerman English Miss Marion Edgell Physical Training and Coach of Girls' Athletics Mr. Allan M. Hadley Miss Elaine Mansfield Miss Clara L. Mclntire Miss Eleanor Miller Miss Ruth A. Perry Miss Katharine M. Phealan Mr. John Quirk Mr. George Reynolds Miss Eleanor 11. Smith Science French Typing and Shorthand Latin and Geometry Music History and English Science Economics Mathematics Mi . Harmon A. Smith Physical Training and Coach of Boys Athletics Miss Marjorie Ward History Mr. Kenneth Webb English lOOHOS HOIH YiVA VOV 1934 YEAR BOOK 5 Year Book Committee Elizabeth Bloom, Irene Kalafut, Jennie Lango, Muriel Webster, Ronald Johnson, Henry Fessler, John Kennedy, Robeit Bennett, Paul Daubitz. Class Motto The past is gone forever; the future’s still our own. Ronald Johnson Jane Hamblen Adele Swanson William Cassens Class Officers President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Class Song The class of ’34 Goes forth in grand array, To start upon life’s path— Begin another day. To you, our teachers true, We say a fond farewell; Our friends and classmates all, We’ll join to wish you well. Now loyal, staunch, and firm, To thee we shall remain; With golden memories, We sing you this refrain. Our carefree days are past, And we must bid adieux; Oh Alma Mater dear, To you we’ll e’er be true. Words: Virginia Birchard. Music: Elaine LaFleche. 6 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Elizabeth Abrams “Abie” “It's (jood to be merry and wise.” Pro Merito; Property Manager of Senior Play; Operetta 4; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Latin Club 1, 2, 3; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2; Basketball 1; Class Will; Gym Exhibition 1; Contest Play Committee; Prom Committee. Henry A. Alvergini “Cobb” “Quality not Quantity” Hi-Y 4; Football 3; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4. Lillian Ardizoni “Lit” “The wisdom of many and the wit of one” French Club 3; Dramatic Club 2, 3; Latin Club 2; Tri-Hi 4, President 4; Usher 3, 4; Senior Play Com- mittee; Cabaret Committee. Joseph Assad . “Joe” “Play is the privilege of humanity.” Senior Play; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Contest Play 4; Mirror Staff 4, Advertising Manager 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 4; Orchestra 1; Cheer Leader 3, 4; Business Manager of Magazine Cam- paign; Senior Play Committee; Sophomore Party Committee; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee. Betsy W. Bailey “Betty” “We should make our industry our amusement.” Usher 3; Gym Exhibition 1, 3. 1934 YEAR BCOK 7 I-Iarold I). Bailey “Bail” “Deeds not words” Secretary Agricultural Class 1; Winner of the State Livestock Judging Contest 4. Mary T. Beauchane “Mae” “We're sure there's no one under the sun Who has seen her noisy or seen her run .” Leonard C. Belcher “Lenny” “He wornes not too much.” President of Athletic Association 3; French Club 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3; Camera Club 4; Hi-Y 3, 4, Secretary 4; Football 4, Manager 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Motto Committee; Prom Com- mittee. Frederick Bennett “Fred”, “Benny” “He is not satisfied with seeing.” Student Council 4, President 4; Mirror StaiF 4, Circulating Manager 4; Latin Club 4; Camera Club 4, Treasurer 4; Stamp Club 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Motto Committee; Cabaret Committee 3; Prom Commit- tee 3. Robert Bennett “Bobbie” “Strong and wholesome, merry and gay,” Senior Play; Operetta 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2; Hi-Y 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 3; Year Book Committee; President Agricultural Class 1 ; Motto Committee. 8 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Edward Bessette “Eddie” “One good turn deserves another” Student Council 3, 4; French Club 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Baseball Manager 4; Color Committee. Odette Bessette “Odg”, “Dette” “A sunny temper gilds the edges of life's blackest cloud” Vice-President of Class 2; Senior Play; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Contest Play 2, 4; French Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 3; Latin Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Class History; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Sopho- more Party Committee. Virginia J. Birchard “Ginny” “It's easy enough to be pleasant” French Club 3; Dramatic Club 2; Tri-Hi 4; Art Club 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Captain 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Orange Leader 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Motto Committee. Eunice Bitgood “Eunie” “There is no terror in your threats.” Senior Play; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Hockey 1; Basketball 1; Gym Exhibition 1. Elizabeth Bloom “Libe” “A graceful and ideasing figure is a perpetual letter of reco m m e n datio n” Pro Merito; Secretary Athletic Association; Pro- gram and Publicity Manager of Senior Play; Oper- etta 2, 3, 4; Contest Play 4; Mirror Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary-Treasurer 3, President 4; Tri-Hi 4; Orchestra 3, 4; Commercial Contest 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Year Book Committee; Cheer Leader 4; Song Leader 4; Captain of Magazine Campaign 4; Prom Committee 3; Cabaret Committee 3; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; May Queen 3; Class Ring Committee 3; Sopho- more Party Committee. 1934 YEAR BOOK 9 Rose Brusseau “Rosie” “Much wisdom often goes with fewest words.” Pro Merito; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2; Com- mercial Contest 4; Color Committee. Winifred Carroll “Winnie” “A word to the wise is sufficient.” Pro Merito; French Club 2, 4; Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Usher 3; New Rochelle Scholarship; Motto Commit- tee. Anna Cascella “Ann” “Great, is the advantage of patience dramatic Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Gym Exhibition 1. Helen C ascella “Shorty” “On with the dance! Let joy be unconfined.” Operetta 1, 2; Dramatic Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 3. William Cassens “Bill” “A dillar, a dollar, a ten o'clock scholar.” Entered from William H. Hall High School, West Hartford in ’32. Treasurer of Class 4; Stage Man- ager of Senior Play; Operetta 4; Mirror Staff 4; Camera Club 4, Curator 4; Hi- r 3, 4, President 4; Tennis 4; Prom Committee 3. 10 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Mary Chagnon “Chagie” “Quietness personified.” Michael Christopher “Mike” “Well begun is half done” Senior Play; Orchestra 1, 2; Orchestra Contest 2; Commercial Contest 4. Evelyn Cowles “Emmy”, “Evy” “Sensible people find nothing useless” Mirror Staff 4. Paul C. Daubitz “Pauli” “He hides a shining face.” Hi-Y 4; Vice-President of Agricultural Class 4, Treasurer 3; Agricultural Poultry Judging Team 1, 2, 3. Daniel I)i Donato “Danny” “I question your authority!” Senior Play; Contest Play 4; Mirror Staff 4, P� usi- ness Manager 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 4; Orchestra 1, 2; Football 3, 4; Agricultural Speak- ing Contest 1, 2, 3, 4. 1934 YEAR BOOK 11 Henry Fessler “Red” “The surest way not to fail is to determine to succeed.” Camera Club 4; Ili-Y 4; Football Manager 4; R ise- ball Manager 3; Tennis 4; Year Book Committee. Muriel Agnes Fraser “Mickey” “Her voice was ever soft, gentle, and low.” Mirror Staff 4; French Club 4; Latin Club 2; Art Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3, 4; Hockey 1; Basketball 1; Baseball 1; Cabaret Committee 3; Gym Exhibi- tion 1. Donald Gensiieimer “Don” “Oh keep me innocent, make others great ” Operetta 3; Senior Play; Mirror Staff 4; Camera Club 4; Stamp Club 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Year Book Com- mittee; Motto Committee. Henry Gensheimer “Hank” “Debate is masculine, conversation is feminine.” Treasurer of Athletic Association 4; Stage Manager of Senior Play; Operetta 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 3, 4, Treasurer 4; Class Gifts. Bernice Halladay “Bunny” “There is beauty in her blushing” Pro Merito: Student Council 2, 4; Senior Play; Operetta 4; Contest Play Committee; Junior Mar- shal; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 4; Basketball 1, 4; Baseball 3; Class Will; Prom Committee; Gym Exhibition 1. 12 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Jane Hamblen “Janie” “Street persona liti , full of rascality” Pro Merito; Vice-President of Class 3, 4; Senior Play; Operetta 2, 3; Contest Play 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, 4, Vice-President 4; Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 4; Art Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Captain 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Cheer Leader 4; Song Leader 4; Captain of Magazine Campaign 4; Caba- ret Committee; Brown Leader 4; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Sophomore Party Committee; Prom Committee. John Hastings “Johnny” “Slow but sure wins the race.” Hi-Y 3, 4; Tennis 4. Shirley Hawkes “Quick of wit but quiet of manner.” Pro Merito; Secretary of Class 2; Dramatic Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Commercial Contest 4; Gym Exhibition 1. Robert Hennessey “Pinky” “Light of feet—he was incomparable.” Student Council 1; Senior Play; Operetta 3; Hi-Y 4; Orchestra 2, 3; Orchestra Contest 2; Basketball 3; Baseball 2, 4. Calvin P. Hbwey “Cal” “The school boy with a satchel in his hand.” Senior Play; Dramatic Club 4; Camera Club 4; Aviation Club 1. 1934 YEAR BOOK 13 Aldah Holloway “Ally” “Speech is great—hut silence is greater.” Mirror Staff 4; Hockey 1, 2; Gym Exhibition X. Gertrude E. Jensen “Gert” “Virtue is the greatest ornament and good sense the best equipage.” Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; Art Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3, 4; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Cabaret Committee. Ronald Johnson “Oats”, “Ronnie” “He shall rule them with a rod of iron.” Student Council 3, 4, Treasurer 3; President of Class 2, 3, 4; President of Athletic Association 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 2, Vice-President 2; Latin Club 4; Camera Club 4; Stamp Club 4, President 4; Aviation Club 3; Hi-Y 3, 4; Football 1, 3; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 4; Golf 4; Year Book Committee; Prom Committee; Class Pic- ture Committee; Cabaret Committee. Irene Ann Kalafut “Rente” “The night is past—joy cometli with the morrow” Entered from Central High School, Springfield, in ’33. Senior Play; Operetta 4; Mirror Staff 4; Dra- matic Club 4; Latin Club 4; Art Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Year Book Committee. John Kennedy “Johnnie” “He possessed a personality rare.” Senior Play; Operetta 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Basketball Manager 4; Year Book Committee; Class Motto Committee. 14 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Elaine E. LaFleche “Ekey” “The world belongs to the energetic.” Student Council 4; Secretary of Class 1; Senior Play; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Mirror Staff 4; Tri-Hi 4, Treasurer 4; Orchestra 3, 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2; Gym Exhibition 1; Sophomore Party Committee; Cabaret Committee. Jennie Ann Laxgo “Jen” “The drama is the book of the people ” Mirror Staff 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4: Tri-Hi 4; Com- mercial Contest 4; Usher 4; Year Book Committee; Gym Exhibition 1. Evelyn Lewis “Evy”y “B. B” “The antics she couldn't perform were none ” Dramatic Club 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Gym Exhibition 1. Lena Lodi “Lener” “Consistency is a jewel.” Pro Merito; Prompter of Senior Play; Assistant Business Manager of Operetta 4; Mirror Staff 3, 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Treasurer of Typewriting Department; Commercial Contest 4; Usher 3; Class Prophecy; Prom Com- mittee. Frances Lucardi “Francie”, “Franny” “She is best as her otvn self ” Student Council 1, 3, 4, Secretary 4; Senior Play; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Business Manager of Operetta 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Base- ball 1, 2, 3; Class History; Cabaret Committee; Ring Committee. 1934 YEAR BOOK 15 Fern Miller “Does” “Many waters cannot quench love.” Senior Play; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Contest Play Com- mittee; Mirror StafT 1, 2, 3, 4, Eclitor-in-chief 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4, Secretary 4; Usher 3; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Gym Ex- hibition 3. Raymond Montagna “Ran” “The veru pink of perfection.” Pro Merito; Student Council 2; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 4; Hi-Y 4; Football 4; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; Class Oration; M. S. C. Scholarship. Clayton W. Moore “Clayt” “None but himself can be his parallel.” Treasurer of Class 3; Senior Play; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Contest Play 2, 4; Mirror Staff 4; Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4, President 4; Aviation Club 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Orchestra Contest 2; Football 3; Color Com- mittee; Ring Committee; Play Committee; Sopho- more Party Committee; Cabaret Committee; Prom Committee. Beverly C. Needham “Bev” “Sincerity and truth are the basis of all virtue.” Operetta 3; French Club 3; Dramatic Club 2; Tri- Hi 4; Usher 3; Cabaret Hostess. Lydia Pisano “Lid” “For even though vanquished she could argue still.” Operetta 1, 2, 3; Dramatic Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Prom Committee; Gym Exhibition 1. ■ 16 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Samuel Provo “Chinkel”, “Sam” “Why can't this life go on forever” Student Council 4; Senior Play; Hi-Y 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Captain 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Tennis 4; Prom Committee; Color Commit- tee; Cabaret Committee. Helen Ram ah “Ducky” “Altvays quick to give her answer” Dramatic Club 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi 4; Stamp Club 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Prom Com- mittee. Marion Rising “Senously in a senous manner. Grant Sackett “Sack” “A marvelous earpenter ivas he.” Treasurer of Class 1, 2; Senior Play; Operetta 1, 2, 3, 4; Stage Manager of Operetta 3; Mirror Staff 4; Dramatic Club 2; Aviation Club 3; Hi-Y 3, 4; Ten- nis 4; Sophomore Party Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Prom Committee. Richard J. Shields “Dick” “The more spaHngly we make use of nonsense the better” President of Class '33, sophomore year; Senior Play '33; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 4, Curator 4; Aviation Club 3, President 3; Hi-Y 2; General Manager of Magazine Campaign 3; Cabaret Com- mittee; Picture Committee; Clark University Schol- arship. 1934 YEAR ROOK 17 Robert Smith “Tarzan”, “Bob” “So spake the grizzly terror” Senior Play; Operetta 4; Hi-Y 3, 4. Catherine Spaigiit “Cat”, “Toddy” “Men, not measures, have always been my mark.” Pro Merito; Senior Play; Junior Marshal; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary-Treasurer 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3; Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary- Treasurer 4; Art Club 4, President 4; Tri-Hi 4, Vice-President 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 3; Basketball 4; Baseball 3; Class Gifts; Prom Committee; Caba- ret Committee; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Sophomore Party Committee. Walter C. Stepanik “Wally” “His words were heard afar” Senior Play; Mirror Staff 4; Hi-Y 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3; Orchestra Contest 2; Prom Committee. Ernest H. Stone “Stony” “He sighed and looked and sighed again ” Operetta 3. Doris Svensox “Her smile is a whisper of a laugh.” Tri-Hi 4; Gym Exhibition 1; Prom Committee. 13 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Adele Swanson “Dell” “To think without confusion is a gift of rare merit” Pro Merito; Vice-President of Class 1, Secretary of Class 3, 4; Ticket Manager of Senior Play; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 2, 3, 4, President 3, 4; Dra- matic Club 3, 4, Secretary 4; Tri-Hi 4; Commercial Contest 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2; Basketball 1, 2; Class Prophecy; Prom Committee; Cabaret Com- mittee; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Sophomore Party Committee. Barbara Ruth Tullocii “Barby” “A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance.” Operetta 2, 4; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 3, 4; Dramatic Club 3; Latin Club 2; Camera Club 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Gym Exhibition 1. Muriel Elizabeth Webster “Xebbie”, “Mew” “A good disposition is a quality worth having.” Operetta 4; Mirror Staff 4; French Club 3, 4; Latin Club 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 4, Vice-President 4; Art Club 3; Tri-Hi 4; Hockey 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3; Year Book Committee; Prom Committee; Cabaret Committee; Orange Leader 3; Gym Exhibition 1, 3; Picture Committee; Usher 4. Jennie White “ Ycth says the maiden fair.” Mirror Staff 4; French Club 3, 4; Art Club 3, 4, Vice-President 4; Tri-Hi 4; Usher 3. Edward Zielinski “Sully”y “Ed” “A man of a sound and composed mind.” Senior Play; Mirror Staff 3, 4; Camera Club 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Tennis 4. 1934 YEAR BOOK 19 President’s Welcome The members of the Class of ’34 extend a sincere welcome to all the parents and friends gathered here for the eleventh commencement exercises of the Agawam High School. We hope that you will enjoy with us our class night program. To you, parents and other citizens of the town, we are indebted for the privilege of having been able to attend a school of such high standing, created by you that we might learn how to become better members of the community. We shall try hard to prove that your efforts have not been in vain. Mere words cannot express our sincere gratitude toward Mr. Phelps, Mr. Williams, and to our faculty for their patient guidance and instruction. However, we appreciate all they have done for us and we hope that we shall be able to prove our- selves the citizens they have endeavored so hard to make us. Friends, once more we extend a hearty welcome and hope you will enjoy these, our class night exercises. RONALD JOHNSON Pioneers The pioneers of yesterday Had grim determination. For years they braved great dangers To build a mighty nation. Across the land long trails they blazed; The rushing streams they forded; For all their deeds of courage With freedom were rewarded. Today we still have trails to blaze; We still need hearts as brave. The trials we face in this great land Our country’s life must save. And now we start our journey, For time has swiftly flown.— “The past is gone forever, The future’s still our own.” JENNIE WHITE. 20 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL The Oration It was a warm sunny afternoon in early summer. The ocean breeze brought with it a tang of salt air as it swayed the curtains of a darkened bedroom on an island estate off the coast of Maine. Within that room lay a man stricken with a strange disease, a disease which had paralyzed his body from the waist down. A month before, he had held the state senate at Albany spellbound by his power as an orator, and now he lay on his bed, a helpless Cl ippie. 11 is physicians informed him that there was a meager chance for his regaining enough strength to move around if he was willing “to pay the price.” Franklin D. Rocsevelt said, “I will pay the price,” and he did. For a decade he fought a dogged fight to regain control over his paralyzed legs by exercising them each day. Today he is able to stand and walk in his braces. He was a man who could not possibly afford to fail, for he had made careful plans for life, and it was his duty to fulfill them as best he could. He fulfilled them to the utmost degree, to a degree of obtaining the highest honor and position in the land, because he had courage, determination, and above all ambition. Some of his oldest friends were deploring this degree of ambition as almost indecent. But certainly no man without it could have become the third democratic president since the civil war. Ambition is not a sudden fancy or caprice that disappears when confronted with opposition or failures. Real ambition is a longing for something you want, something clearly and fully visualized so that it generates the energy called determination and the attitude called courage. Ambition then, may be defined as a goal clearly seen, plus determination, plus courage. These commencement exercises in which we are taking part tonight, are wrongly named, it may seem, for isn’t it the end of school? Yet from another point of view it is a commencement, a commencement of responsibility and hard work. We, the class of ’34, are going out into what people say is a difficult situation, a situation in which only the best can be successful. What do we mean by the best? The person with the greatest ambition, one who will keep trying regardless of the setbacks, one who will tackle a job no matter how great, and one who has the grit and determination to succeed. It is time for us to look upon life seri- ously and earnestly. We have made the climb to graduation; now we must fortify ourselves to move out into real life with its countless hardships, discouragements, and sorrows. If we lack ambition we can hope to become only another unfortunate, an- other one of the millions in this world who sit back and hope for better conditions, and who fail. Ambition is not necessarily born with the individual, but it 1934 YE R BOOK 21 can be cultivated. As our knowledge of some subject expands, our ambition should increase accordingly. Some of our famous men, Lincoln, Franklin, and Edison serve as striking examples of this. As boys, these men did not imagine the honor and the fame that was awaiting them. Lincoln was a clerk, Franklin a printer, and Edison a newsboy. As they grew older they realized the necessity of courage, persistency, and hard work if they wished to become famous. These men were not afraid to tackle a complicated task, they did not falter when difficulties arose, they were determined to win regardless of how long or how hard they had to try, and they undertook their duties with resolute confidence. What kind of a reputation have these men today? They are looked upon as geniuses, as idols, and as personalities which every boy and girl should try to emulate. We too can cul- tivate ambition by asking ourselves, what would 1 like to be, what plan must 1 follow to obtain this position, and what policies must 1 adopt, and which ones must I avoid in order to be successful. Although we cannot all be Lincolns and Edisons, and although we cannot all become famous, we can all be successful by develop- ing to the fullest the talents we have and by being the best in whatever field chance or choice puts us, no matter how humble the position. The townspeople have certainly done their share in main- taining a modern and an efficient high school which is ranked with the best in Western Massachusetts, and in chocsing a capa- ble school committee who, with Mr. Phelps, have chosen an expe- rienced and a well-trained faculty. The principal and the teach- ers have done everything in their power to place this school in the Class “A” ranking by giving extra help to these who find the going rough, in order to uphold a high academic standing, and by devoting much of their time to the various clubs, and staffs, and other extra-curricular activities. The reason they have done this is obvious. They were training us so that we can more easily meet and overcome the harassing situations outside of school. We, the class of ’34, must show them that we are worthy of their efforts. The varied training they have given us we must use to conquer greater and more difficult obstacles, and to accomplish deeds that will bring more honor and fame to ourselves, to our school, and to our community. In going on to larger undertakings, whether they be in col- lege or in business, we may well profit by the advice in the poem of Edgar Guest called “It Couldn’t Be Done, But He Did It.” There are thousands to tell you that it cannot be done There are thousands to prophesy failure There are thousands to point out to you one by one The dangers that wait to assail you. 22 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL But just buckle in with a bit of a grin Just take off your coat and go to it Just start to sing as you tackle the thing That couldn’t be done, and you’ll do it. So even though the world should predict failure, and even though it should consider our attempts pure folly, even though our efforts seem futile, and success seems lost in a mass of fail- ures, we will not give up and say it can’t be done; instead we will be ambitious enough to keep trying, and to stick to it with cour- age and with the determination to succeed. RAYMOND MONTAGNA. History of the Class of ’34 Yes, the sheep were separated from the goats! It hap- pened one morning in 1930 that all college-minded goats were corailed in Miss Smith’s room and the business-minded sheep were herded into the great big fold, the study hall, with Mr. Hadley as the shepherd. Before many days had passed, the goats were invited to join the sheep in the study hall to choose their leaders. With Harold Ross, President of the Senior Class, presiding, they managed to elect for president, Merrill Tisdel, a short chubby lad; for vice-president, Adele Swanson, a maiden with a pleasing blush; for treasurer, Grant Sackett, tall and skinny; for secre- tary, Elaine LaFleche, always rushing around. The Student Council members were Frances Lucardi and Robert Hennessey. Not many months had rolled by before the members of this class realized that it must have been with great difficulty that school activities had been carried on before they arrived, for a large number of them were asked to be in the operetta, “The China Shop.” Elaine LaFleche and Frances Lucardi opened the performance by singing the prologue. Helen Cas- cella had the important role of “Ting-a-Ling.” Following closely on the operetta, came the Christmas As- sembly, which consisted of a series of sketches portraying a number of old English customs. Several of the freshmen ac- tors were needed and willingly participated. When the Press League Convention was held in Agawam later on in the year, some of the freshmen girls found the role of waitress open to them. A very important day for the girls came in June when they 1934 YEAR BOOK 23 marched gallantly down to the stage to receive “A’s” for ful- filling certain health and sport requirements. Several boys received letters and awards for their work on the baseball, basketball, and football teams. Then, one day just before the close of school, the goats “got one on” the sheep—they picnicked all by themselves at Lake Congamond. They reported excellent swimming. After a summer of fun the members of ’34 returned to school to discover that they were no longer to be separated, the sheep from the goats, but in some mysterious way they were divided into three groups under the supervision of Miss Phealan, Miss Belyea, and Miss Mansfield. The officers for this year were: president, Ronald Johnson; vice-president, Odette Bessette; secretary, Shirley Ilawkes; treasurer, Grant Sackett. Bernice Halladay and Raymond Montagna represented their class in the Student Council. This year every one was all set to shine in a social way. The Sophomore Hallowe’en Party was originated at this time. It was a brilliant affair with costumes ranging all the way from pirates’ attire to the rags of Raggedy Ann. The judges decided that awards should go to Doris Svenson and Robert Smith, who had the funniest “get-up” and to Lena Lodi and Myrven Barnard, who had the best costumes. In May several members of the class journeyed to Norwood with the school orchestra to take part in the orchestra contest. They didn’t carry away any prizes, but they had an interesting and profitable trip. Again this fall, talent was needed for the operetta and Fern Miller was chosen for the second lead in “Jerry of Jerico Road.” She made a fine “Sandy.” Daniel Di Donato, Richard Shields, Elizabeth Bloom, and Joseph Assad had parts in the Christmas play, “Solitaire.” Later in the year the Dramatic Club gave “The Valiant.” In the cast were Daniel Di Donato, Joseph Assad, Odette Bessette, and Clayton Moore. This year several members of the class became interested in sports. Raymond Montagna, Ronald Johnson, and Henry Alvergini went out for basketball. Sam Provo hit a home run at one of the baseball games, which proved to all spectators that no one need worry about Sam as long as he could “hit them like that.” Robert Bennett directed his efforts toward football. At the beginning of the Junior Year, the Class of ’34 24 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL found that it was small enough to fit into two regular class rooms: Miss Smith’s and Miss Phealan’s. For a second time Ronald Johnson was chosen president. Jane Hamblen was the new vice-president; Adele Swanson, secretary; Clayton Moore, treasurer. Edward Bessette, Frances Lucardi, and Ronald Johnson joined the ranks of the Student Council. This fall football appealed to three of the boys in the class; Daniel Di Donato, Ronald Johnson, and Robert Bennett. At the game with Turners Falls, Robert Bennett caught the pass that meant victory for Agawam. This victory helped us win the Western Massachusetts Championship. The Cabaret started the social activities off with a “bang.” It was a great success. The decorations gave the auditorium a Spanish appearance. The entertainment was clever and interesting, especially a whistling solo by Elaine LaFleche. Once more the entire school enjoyed a beautiful Christmas Assembly. This year it was, “Dust of the Road,” given by the Dramatic Club. Several of the class of ’34 took part. The annual operetta, “Captain Crossbones,” was held in February. Two of the most popular features of this presenta- tion were a Gypsy dance by Frances Lucardi and a Spanish dance by Elizabeth Bloom. Of course the gala event of this year was the Junior-Senior Promenade. The auditorium was changed into the deck of a ship with gay pennants of crimson and silver floating from the mast. The rigging was from the Sea Scouts’ ship, “Viking.” The Class of ’34 had a small share in the commencement exercises this year. Bernice Halladay and Catherine Spaight, as marshals, led the graduates down the aisles to the plat- form. Alas, Senior Year had to come. In the fall of 1933, the members of the Class of ’34 came back, much more dignified, to take the front row seats in assembly, and they did not hesitate to assist the faculty in the running of the school. The members of the class voted this year to be guided in their activities by Ronald Johnson, president; Jane Hamblen, vice-president; Adele Swanson, secretary; and William Cassens, treasurer. It was largely through the efforts of these officers that all projects undertaken were most successfully accomplished. The repre- sentatives in the Student Council this year were Ronald John- son, Edward Bessette, Bernice Halladay, Fred Bennett, Frances Lucardi, Elaine LaFleche, and Sam Provo. Manjr members of the class served on the staff of the “Weekly Mirror,” a four-page newspaper. It was published 1934 YEAR BOOK 25 this year instead of the “Agawam Mirror” which had formerly been issued four times a year. Fern Miller was editor-in-chief, and Fred Bennett was the business manager. “Pinafore,” the operetta which was given in the fall, was the most ambitious operetta ever produced in the Agawam High School. Fern Miller and Richard Shields had the leading parts. Unfortunately Richard Shields was too ill to appear in the final performance, but the rule, “The show must go on,” prevailed. Everett Ferrell substituted ably for Richard. Along in December there came to the Seniors a great yearn- ing to play and frolic as the “kiddies” do. Committees were immediately formed and a most joyful party was planned. The dignified Seniors appeared as little girls and boys ready for an evening of such games as “Drop the Handkerchief” and “Farmer in the Dell.” Santa came from behind a gigantic Christmas tree, with a great big bag full of gifts for all. After long deliberation, the judges decided that costume prizes be awarded to Fern Miller and Donald Gensheimer. The question, “Why the Chimes Rang,” was answered in the Christmas Assembly given by the Dramatic Club. The mem- bers of the cast included Daniel Di Donato, Joseph Assad, and Elizabeth Abrams of the Senior Class. During the winter months, the only big event was the dinner party given to members of the Pro Merito Society by Miss Smith. This class had eleven members: Elizabeth Abrams, Jane Hamblen, Elizabeth Bloom, Bernice Halladay, Ray- mond Montagna, Lena Lodi, Shirley Hawkes, Adele Swanson, Winifred Carroll, Rose Brusseau, Catherine Spaight. The Valley Wheel was formed by some of the smaller schools in this vicinity to further friendship between the schools. Agawam proudly entered in a dramatic contest with the play, “High Heart.” The six members of the cast did an excellent piece of work, although they did not win. The Student Council had put on several dances during the few years of its existence, but the one that they sponsored this year was the most elaborate. The most exciting performance which was ever put on in the Agawam High School was the senior play, “Remote Control.” The quiet John Kennedy took the part of Dr. Workman, a spir- itualist who was killed by a mysterious hand. It turned out to be Joe Assad’s hand. Some of the beautiful girls enacted the role of Junior Leaguers most cleverly. Clayton Moore and Jane Hamblen were excellent in the leading parts, while Calvin Hewey surprised everyone by his clever acting as the comedian. 26 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL One night in May, the Juniors turned the auditorium into a beautiful garden and entertained the Seniors at their Prome- nade iust as the Class of ’34 had done for the Seniors of the preceding year. The days between the Prom and the last assembly were a mad rush of planning foi class night, the year book, banquet, and graduation. However, some of the boys found time to go out for baseball: Alvergini, Belcher, Hennessey, and Montagna. So with scarcely time to realize it, the class of '34 ended its career at the Agawam High School. ODETTE BESSETTE, FRANCES LUCARDI Class Prophecy Scene Dr. Johnson’s office (Dr. Johnson is a famous plastic surgeon.) Time 1945. (Lena is sitting at a desk busily writing. The door opens and Adele walks in.) Adele: Is Dr. Johnson in? Lena: (Still writing) Dr. Johnson is busy at present. You’ll—(looking up) why, Adele, what are you doing here ? Adele: Why, hello Lena! 1 certainly am glad to see vou again. Fred Bennett, the big boss of the Springfield Union sent me over to get news of Grant Sackett’s latest airplane crash. Was he hurt very badly? Lena: Very slightly. Only a cracked skull and two broken legs. He’s been here often. This was the 37th plane that he wrecked. Adele: Is he good! He must have taken lessons at the Hewey Aviation School. Lena: Sit down, Adele. I have a surprise for you. Adele: (Sitting down) Some news for my paper? Lena: Did you know that Donald Gensheimer and Edward Zielinski drew the plans for the new Agawam Bridge which was dedicated last Sunday? Adele: Why no! Lena: And our schoolmate, Irene Kalafut, officiated at the opening. 1934 YEAR BOOK 27 Adele: Lena: Ade c: Patient Lena: Adele: Lena: Adele: Lena: Adele: Lena: Adele: Lena: So Renie’s getting important isn’t she? Now, here’s something you didn’t know. Who do you suppose founded the New Agawam Mutual Insurance Com- pany? Ernest Stone! Rose Brusseau is the head secretary, and Shirley Hawkes is head bookkeeper. Beverly Needham, Mary Chagnon, Evelyn Cowles, and Doris Svenson are working there, too. It sounds as if half the class were there! And here’s some news about the High School. Miss Smith and Miss Ward aren’t teaching any more. They have retired and are living in a chateau on the Riviera. Elizabeth Abrams and Bernice Halladay have taken their places. Jennie White is head of the art depart- ment now, and Virginia Birchard, of the girls’ physical culture classes at Agawam. (Patient, all bandaged up, walks in with aid of crutch.) Can 1 see the doctor? The doctor is busy at present. Please wait in the next room. (Patient leaves room.) And I didn’t tell you that Lydia Pisano and Helen Ramah are gym teachers in the grade schools, and that Leonard Belcher is taking Harmon Smith’s place as coach. Did any of our class get through college? Oh yes, I forget to tell you. Winifred Carroll was graduated from New Rochelle, and Jane Hamblen has finished an art course at Paris. Raymond Mon- tagna—can you imagine it?—Ray’s head of the new cooking course at Yale. Well, what do you know? % I rode to Springfield this morning in one of Henry Kessler’s new busses. What a change from the Toonerville trollies we used to have. Yes, I know. Night before last I rode down in one to see the latest musical comedy at Court Square, “Spying Down to Reno.” Oh, that’s the one Fern Miller (Mrs. Ray Hubert) wrote, and Bob Smith directed isn’t it? Yes, you ought to see it. Joe Assad is leading man, and guess who is in the chorus? Eunice Bitgood and Lillian Ardizoni. They both got their training at the Hastings’ Dancing School. Helen Cascella and Frances Lucardi sing some of the cutest songs. To- 23 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL A dele: Lena: Adele: Odette: Adele: Lena: Odette: Lena: Odette: Adele: Odette: Adele: Lena: Odette: Adele: ward the end of the play Robert Bennett comes on the stage. The play certainly is good. Yes, it sounds that way. Elaine LaFleche created the coiffures for the show, (looking at watch) Lena! I’ll never get that report in. Fd better go now. (stands up ready to go. Enter Odette.) (looking at watch) Well, I guess I’m just in time, (turning) Why, hello, Adele! What are you doing here? Certainly you don’t need your face lifted! Oh, no, not at all. I’m just a reporter for the Spring- field Union. By the looks of things, you don’t need your face lifted either, Odette. I’m to take the lead in the new picture, “Sweet Six- teen.” I know Dr. Johnson will be able to take years off my face, (turning to Lena) Is Dr. Johnson ready for me now, Lena? Dr. Johnson will be ready in a few minutes. Sit down and tell us the news. Have you heard from any of our old school pals? Yes, a few. Do you remember Clayt Moore? Could I ever forget him? I suppose you’ve heard about his latest invention. He invented a contraption that he calls a “Mud Digger” to lift cars out of the mud. They’re selling like hot cakes to some of those kids at school. You know how muddy it is behind the school. He says he got h’s inspiration the day he had to go to the photographer’s and he and Bill were stuck in the mud for an h ur. Speaking of Bill Cassens, I read in the paper t' at Bill was an archeologist and had just uncovered Queen Tut’s tomb. That Cassens boy always was inclined toward the weaker sex. How about some of those North Agawam boys? What became of Henry Alvergini and Sam Provo, and all the rest of them? Well, Henry’s in the Major League now. (Starts laughing.) And Sam, did you ever hear anything so funny—Sam’s spending his time writing blank verse. He has just published his third volume. No kidding! Remember those inspirations he used to have when he would stare off into space and say, “I feel a verse coming on?” 1934 YEAR BOOK 29 Lena: A dele: Lena: A dele: Odette: AdeZe: Lena: Odette: A dele: Lena: A dele: Odette: Lena: Odette: (picking up book from table) Speaking of publica- tions, take a look at this, (reads.) “Old Father North Wind” by Evelyn Lewis, published by Lango Publishing Company, photographs by Webster’s Stu- dios. Remember Barbara Tulloch and all those romances she was always having? Well, now she’s carrying on a column in our paper called, “Advice to the Poor in Spirit.” Look, here’s one of her columns, (reads.) Dear Miss Tulloch: I am a lonely hermit living all by myself on this little South Sea Island. I have never married because I couldn’t find a girl to appreciate me, but now that I’m getting old, 1 think I would be willing to take a chance, even if she didn’t appreciate me so very much. Can you help me? A hermit in distress, Daniel Di Donato Well, of all things! So Danny’s a hermit. He always did have an inferiority complex. That’s not all. (pointing to column) See this column, “From Infant to Tot.” Do you know who writes it? No, who? Walter Stepanik, with the help of Marion Rising. It really is very instructive. Let me see that paper a minute—wait—there I knew it was here. Listen to this. “Richard J. Shields, medical missionary, reports having converted 21 can- nibals and cured 259.” Cured them of what—cannibalism or sickness? Your guess is as good as mine. Ilis secretary, Michael Christopher, says that Dick has escaped being made into a meal four times already. Well, his luck won’t last always. You haven’t said anything about Eddie yet, Odette. What is he doing now? Oh, Eddie’s prompting old-fashioned dances at the new dance hall at North Agawam. In the daytime he works at the Daubitz Garage. (Bell rings.) Dr. Johnson is ready for you now, Odette. Thank you. (exit.) (Telephone rings.) 30 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Lena: A dele: Lena: A dele: Lena: A dele: Lena: A dele: Lena: Adele: Dr. Johnson's office. Yes, Dr. Johnson will be over in an hour, (hangs up.) That was from the Spring- field Hospital. Do you know who is on the nurses’ staff? Mary Beauchane, Betty Bailey, Aldah Hollo- way, and Gertrude Jensen. Catherine Spaight is a dietitian there. At present she's trying to work out a successful diet for Kate Smith. She bases her diets on lamb chops and grape-fruit. Lamb chops—remember Harold Bailey and all those prizes he used to win exhibiting his lambs? Well, today he is head of sheep judging in New England. Yes, and Muriel Fraser is supervisor of dressmaking in all the 4-II Clubs in Massachusetts. Oh, did you read in the paper the other day about the Bloom-Astor wedding? They say it was the most brilliant wedding of the season. So Libby finally got her handsome man, didn’t she? Who conducted the ceremony? The Right Reverend Gensheimer. You know, Hank is getting in bad with the husbands of his congrega- tion. You see, none of the women who go to his church can resist him. Everyone calls him “Hand- some Hank, the Home Wrecker. And I suppose Anna Cascella was right there to get their autographs. She's always around when any- thing important is going on. Every time! She hasn't missed any of the important people. Even our radio star, John Kennedy, and the tap dancing sailor, Robert Hennessey, have written in her autograph book. Anna was a good kid just— Lena! Look at the time! (looks at wrist watch.) Now I will be late with that report. We’ve been talk- ing so long that Grant Sackett must be out of the hospital by now! ADELE SWANSON, LENA LODI. 1934 YEAR BOOK 31 Class Gifts ELIZABETH ABRAMS With every pun and wise remark “Abie” does the defeating, But she must find her equal now For this is good at beating. HENRY ALVERG1NI “Cobb” likes to read of sports; He knows what they’re about; Here are a few of ours In case his own run out. LILLIAN ARDIZONI Book “Lil” questions geometric rules, In that she has no competition; To help her understand them We give a book of definition. JOSEPH ASSAD We’re giving this whistle To great big Joe; No longer need he shout to us; He only has to blow. BETTY BAILEY Betty is very studious, Success her aspiration; Perhaps this long red pencil Will be an inspiration. MARY BEAUCHANE Mary needs a diet; We all are sure of that, Not one to make her slender But one to make her fat. HAROLD BAILEY Since Harold is a “Winnah”,— His specialty is sheep,— This trunk may come in handy His prizes there to keep. LEONARD BELCHER “Lenny’s” going to college, Plans to travel to and fro; Here’s an extra auto When the other doesn’t go. Egg Beater Sport Magazine of Geometry Rules Whistle Red Pencil Diet Trunk Auto 32 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL FRED BENNETT Fred’s a busy man; lie has so many dates, In order to keep them all He needs this pair of skates. ROBERT BENNETT “Spike” is a clever crooner. He sings when all alone, So that we may hear him We give a megaphone. EDWARD BESSETTE “Eddie’s” such a little kid; He likes such childish jokes, This great big box of Cream-of-Wheat May make him like big folks. ODETTE BESSETTE Fashion Book “Dette” is always nicely dressed As cute as she is dash in’; To help her keep this standard up We give this book of fashion. VIRGINIA BIRCHARD Suspenders “Ginny’s” out for every sport In each deserves a cup; These are from the Senior Class To help her “Keep it up.” EUNICE BITGOOD Shorthand Pad “Eunie” just adores her Shorthand, Sarcasm, don’t you know; A Shorthand pad is just the thing Because she loves it so. Roller Skates Megaphone Cream-of-Wheat ELIZABETH BLOOM “Libbie” gets up so late We feel she needs a clock; This one will wake her up Without too much of a shock. ROSE BRUSSEAU You’re a business woman; Of that there is no doubt; The Seniors give this ledger To help the little girl out. WINIFRED CARROLL “Winnie” likes her Latin,— A teacher she would be; This book of Latin grammar A mighty help should be. Alarm Clock Ledger Latin Grammar 1934 YEAR BOOK 33 ANNA CASCELLA Anna’s hobby is autographs,— For this she shows affection; Here’s a list of signatures To add to her collection. HELEN CASCELLA Helen’s extremely tiny, Of inches, only a few; Use this pair of stilts, my dear, And add an inch or two. WILLIAM CASSENS “Bill” is a tennis player; He likes to play the game; This racquet’s just the thing for him To bring him lots of fame. MARY CIIAGNON Mary wants to go abroad; She is a day-time dreamer; The best way we can help her Is with an ocean steamer. MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER “Mickey” raises baby beef; Fine Sirloins they do make; We think that Heinz’s Ketchup Tastes good on each fine steak. EVELYN COWLES Evelyn has two boy friends; Both have the same girl’s heart; She ought to have a calendar To keep her dates apart. PAUL DAUBITZ Paul is quite a dancer, Adept in every step; With this book to write them in He never should forget. DANIEL D1 DONATO As a speaker “Dan” wins honors; His voice is always clear; To preserve it, we suggest He keep these cough drops near. HENRY FESSLER When “Red” brings the girls home Of gas—he never has much; This gallon might be a help to him Whenever he gets in “dutch.” Autographs Stilts Racquet Boat Ketchup Calendar Notebook Cough Drops Gas 34 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL MURIEL FRASER Needles For being so skilled a seamstress You get many beautiful prizes; A box of needles might be used; They come in all the sizes. DONALD GENSHEIMER When you’re far from home next year And wee Helen’s way back here, Keep this stationery handy And your pens and pencils near. HENRY GENSHEIMER “Hankus” is a ladies’ man,— Just note the wave in his hair; This bottle of waving lotion May help to keep it there. BERNICE HALLADAY To “Bunny” goes a medal For personality plus, Since every situation She meets without a fuss. Stationery Wave Lotion Medal JANE HAMBLEN Friendship Chain The reason for giving This friendship chain Is to keep the friend “Libbie” Chained fast to Jane. JOHN HASTINGS Shoe Polish Our Johnnie is learning how to dance, But he steps on his partner’s toes; Apply this polish and perchance T’will erase any mark that shows. SHIRLEY HAWKES Pep Since Shirley is so very slow We’d like to hasten her step; The best thing we can think of now Is a great big box of “Pep.” ROBERT HENNESSEY “Taps” For “Pinkey” Hennessey We have a pair of taps; His name will put our town On one and all the maps. CALVIN HEWEY Picture of Janet Gaynor Janet Gaynor doesn’t know it But in Agawam she has a pal; Here’s a photo for her friend, None other than good old “Cal.” 1934 YEAR BOOK 35 ALDAII HOLLOWAY Aldah never makes a noise, You don’t know she’s around; This giant cracker might be used To help her make a sound. GERTRUDE JENSEN “Gert” can play good basketball, Hockey and baseball too; Here’s a brand new rubber ball; Show us what you can do. RONALD JOHNSON To “Ronnie,” the admiral bold, Goes an album of beauties rare; Tall and short and young and old, At them he may always stare. IRENE KALAFUT Man Irene likes to go places Whenever she possibly can; The only lack she faces Is a great big strong he-man. JOHN KENNEDY Book on Spiritualism John made such a wonderful Medium In the good old “Remote Control;” This book on the Spirits might help him To make it his life time role. ELAINE LAFLECHE Here comes our “Ekey” With just one need; To help her whistle,— A little bird seed. JENNIE LANGO A speedy typist, A perfect spacer, In case of error, A fresh eraser. EVELYN LEWIS Evelyn is experienced In rolling her eyes, you bet; A mirror might perfect this And make her quite adept. LENA LODI Sleeping Powder Lena studies long and hard, Which all of us regret; This sleeping dose perhaps may help In making her forget. Bird Seed Eraser Mirror Fire Cracker Rubber Ball Movie Magazine 26 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL FRANCES LUCARD1 We know that Frances loves to sing, But a song sheet's not absurd, For tho’ she has the music learned, She surely needs the word. FERN MILLER Fern’s greatest wish Is to have her own home, From which she and Ray Never need to roam. CLAYTON MOORE So “Clayt” will know the traffic laws And use them aftei school, We give him now this little book Containing every rule. RAYMOND MONTAGNA Raymond is so very smart In every line and phase, We think he needs at least one “U” To counteract his “A’s.” Song Sheet House Traffic Rules “U” BEVERLY NEEDIIAM Prompter’s Book “Bev” likes old-fashioned dances Where one gets up and prances; This prompter’s book will fill the bill So she can coach them at her will. LYDIA PISANO Ribbon Lydia’s hair is always neat; In this we are not fibbin’; To keep it thus, and all in place We give this brand new ribbin. SAM PROVO Gum Sam’s not fond of school work; He just can’t seem to do it; Perhaps this stick of Juicy Fruit Would help him stick right to it. HELEN RAMAH Jar Helen belongs to the 4-H Club; For canning she has the knack; This jar may come in handy If a jar she seems to lack. MARION RISING Horse Between her home and the bus line Marion has quite a walk; A horse may get her to school on time If he does not balk. 1934 YEAR BOOK 37 GRANT SACKETT Sackett likes his jokes lie loves to pull a gag; This book is not a hoax— Twill make of him a wag. RICHARD SHIELDS To “Dick” we give This pair of shoes So moccasins No more he’ll use. ROBERT SMITH A maiden fair from Spring-held; He thinks she is just right; The bug has bitten Bobby; We hope this cures his bite. KATHRYNESPAIGHT To “Kitty” Spaight, the daring maid Who renders not a proper blush We give this rouge, all guaranteed To bring to cheeks a pleasing flush. WALTER STEPANIK When you know “Wally” well, You’ll know that this is true,— Without his glass of milk He’d not know what to do. ERNEST STONE “Ernie’s” always chopping wood; He never does relax; We think that it will do him good To use a brand new axe. DORIS SVENSON Doris is very good-natured, Never blue or forlorn; Maybe this will keep her so, A can of Chase and Sanborn. ADELE SWANSON We want you all to meet her; We think she looks like Greta; With these lashes plus her feet, We even think she’s got her beat. BARBARA TULLOCH “Bobby” flunked he}’ driving test But still has her ambition, So here’s an auto license Complete with no omission. Joke Book Shoes Absorbine Rouge Milk Axe Coffee Eye Lashes Auto License 38 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL MURIEL WEBSTER “Nebby” has helped the Senior Class In every thing attempted; This blue ribbon is her reward; We hope she’ll be contented. JENNIE WHITE Jennie’s quiet as a mouse; No one knows she’s in the house; Wear this bell for all to hear, So we’ll know when you are near. EDWARD ZIELINSKI “Eddie” loves his chemistry, Although we can’t see why; This test tube may be helpful When he’s at W. P. I. Blue Ribbon Bell Test Tube Class Ballot Most Popular Boy Most Popular Girl Smartest Boy Smartest Girl Best-looking Boy Best-looking Girl Most Talented Boy- Most Talented Girl Most Studious Boy- Most Studious Girl Best Boy Athlete Best Girl Athlete Best-dressed Boy Best-dressed Girl Most Original Boy- Most Original Girl Best-natured Boy Best-natured Girl Wittiest Boy Wittiest Girl Best Boy Singer Best Girl Singer Best Boy Dancer 1st Joseph Assad Jane Hamblen Raymond Montagna Adele Swanson William Cassens Elizabeth Bloom Robert Hennessey Elaine LaFleche Calvin Hewey Lena Lodi Samuel Provo Gertrude Jensen Clayton Moore Elizabeth Bloom Joseph Assad Doris Svenson Frederick Bennett Jane Hamblen Joseph Assad Elizabeth Abrams Richard Shields Fern Miller Robert Bennett 2nd Ronald Johnson Elizabeth Bloom Edward Zielinski Lena Lodi John Hastings Bernice Halladay Jane Hamblen Raymond Montagna Joseph Assad Frances Lucardi Raymond Montagna Adele Swanson Raymond Montagna Jane Hamblen John Kennedy Odette Bessette Calvin Hewey Elizabeth Abrams Catherine Spaight John Hastings Catherine Spaight William Cassens Doris Svenson Robert Bennett Frances Lucardi Elaine LaFleche Ronald Johnson 1934 YEAR BOOK 39 Best Girl Dancer Class Woman-hater Class Man-hater Best Boy Sport Best Girl Sport Most Generous Boy Most Generous Girl Best All-around Boy Best All-around Girl Most Mischievous Boy Most Mischievous Girl Most Thoughtful Boy Sweetest Girl Boy Most Likely To Succeed Girl Most Likely To Succeed Most Unusual Boy Most Unusual Girl Boy Who Did Most For School Girl Who Did Most For School Shyest Boy Shyest Girl Class Gentleman Class Lady Boy With The Most Personality Girl With The Most Personality Class Choice For Brother Class Choice For Sister Best Actor Best Actress Jane Hamblen Harold Bailey Shirley Hawkes Frederick Bennett Jane Hamblen Calvin Hewey Elizabeth Bloom Ray Montagna Jane Hamblen Joseph Assad Catherine Spaight Frederick Bennett Jennie White Raymond Montagna Lena Lodi Ernest Stone Evelyn Lewis Frederick Bennett Fern Miller Harold Bailey Aldah Holloway John Kennedy Elizabeth Bloom Clayton Moore Catherine Spaight Jane Hamblen Calvin Hewey Barbara Tulloch Joseph Assad Odette Bessette Jane Hamblen Elizabeth Bloom Odette Bessette Henry Fessler Lillian Ardizoni Raymond Montagna Muriel Webster Henry Fessler Virginia Birchard Clayton Moore Joseph Assad Elizabeth Bloom Donald Gensheimer Barbara Tul loch Calvin Hewey Elizabeth Bloom Frederick Bennett Adele Swanson Richard Shields Marion Rising Ronald Johnson Samuel Provo Elizabeth Bloom Henry Alvergini Jennie White Richard Shields Virginia Birchard Jennie White Joseph Assad Elizabeth Bloom William Cassens Jane Hamblen Clayton Moore Elaine LaFleche BEST CLASS 193 4 40 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL Class Will We, the class of ’34 Believing we can learn no more, Do hereby bequeath and give away Ail our possessions of yesterday. To the Town of Agawam: The assurance that we shall try to carry out the high standards and ideals upheld by our com- munity. To Mr. Phelps: Many more assemblies where he can recount those good old days at Yale. To Mr. Williams: A map of the more remote sections of Agawam so he’ll be able to find his way around while hunting for his wandering dog, Pert. To Miss Smith: Our sincere appreciation for that cheerful smile which has started off our school days for three unforget- table years. To Miss Ward: Our regrets that the time has come to leave a true friend and advisor. To the Faculty: The honor of trying to teach a class as bril- liant and ambitious as the one of “ ’34.” To the Juniors: A chance to be dignified orators at their Senior Class meetings. To the Sophomores: A dancing class for them alone so that they will appear graceful at their Prom. To the Freshmen: The summer to rest up, so their Sopho- more Party will be a big success. To Geraldine Rising: Cat Spaight’s unyielding determina- tion in going after her man. To Bertha Cesan: A position on the Dorothy Dix column with her motto, “Experience is the best teacher.” To Kenneth Grady: Ronald Johnson’s faith in the fair sex. To Alvin Kellogg: Dick Shield’s opinions on reforming this modern age. To Arthur Loomis: A whistle to warn pedestrians in the hall when he is approaching a corner at full speed. To Eleanor Kent: Barbara Tulloch’s text on how to stay “Just Pals.”' To William Madden: A dancing partner who “can take it.” To Dewayne Raynor: Some tomatoes so he can catch-up with his class. To Felix Augustino: Stepanik’s position as Santa Claus at next year’s Kid Party. 1934 YEAR BOOK 41 To Barbara Phelps: A new blouse so she will not have to wear the top of her pajamas to school. To Mildred Neil: Lillian Ardizoni’s fearless attempts to make herself known. To Robert Archer: Ronald Johnson’s autographed chapeau to add to the rest of his relics. To Ruth Taylor: Her own class ring. To Walter Kellogg: A new set of wisecracks to be used on the Feeding Hills trolley. To Everett Farrell: Our congratulations on his ability to step into the place left vacant by a former member of ’34. To Harlan Atwood: A large portion of the Senior’s dignity. To Jacquelin Clark: A pair of roller skates to take her home after she starts horseback riding. To Clarence Holloway: Henry Gensheimer’s text on Modern Ministry. To Viola Nacewicz: A few extra Friday nights in an old- fashioned dancing season. To Eleanor Fickweiler: A library to be occupied exclusively by two members of the Mirror Staff. To Charles Ferrero: A girl friend in his own class so that he won’t have to resort to seventh graders. To Alice Solaroli: Another year of Economics so the con- versation in Study Hall need not wane. To Verne Spear: A copyright for his “Spear Logic.” To Julio Alvergini: Joe Assad’s ability to carry before his class his opinion on current problems. To Eunice Arnold: Marion Rising’s ideas on weight reduc- tion. To Ernestine Breuninger: Some of Frances Lucardi’s grace and poise. To Myron Moracjewski: The address of Clayton Moore’s beauty parlor so that he can keep his curls in place. To Edith Buoniconti: Jane Hamblen’s carefree attitude where studies are concerned. To Karl Burnett: A position as head herdsman to a new flock of girl friends. To Grace Burr: Position as school pianist. To Marjorie Bryant: Jennie White’s good nature to add to her own large store. To Marina Chiapuzzi: Eskimo leggins to insure protection against wintry winds of ’35. To Alvera Christopher: Adele Swanson’s giggles to add to her own hilarious outbursts. 42 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL To Elaine Cordes: Beverly Needham’s gentle manner. To Vivian Cordes: Our sincere regrets that the time has come when a certain member of our class must graduate. To James Davis: Mahatma Ghandi’s notoriety. To Agnes Devecchi: Helen Ramah’s speed to prevent leav- ing 4th period a couple of minutes early. To Willie Ferranti: Continued sympathy of a certain study hall teacher. To Lydia Grocco: A considerate friend who will bring her a lunch so she won’t have to go without it. To Flora Provost: A brighter boy friend so it will never be dark in those cloak rooms after school. To Constance Lavoie, to Pauline Hafka, to Norma Tarnuz- zer: A gold seal so that their triumvirate shall never be broken. To Marion Schwartz: A man-sized handkerchief in case Ferranti leaves school again. To Ernest Tarnuzzer: A refuge from the mad onrush of feminine admirers. To Harry Stocker: Calvin Hewey’s inferiority complex. To Ronald King: A grass skirt to make his “Iloola, Iloola” dances more effective. To Edythe Scherpa: Muriel Frazer’s renown as a seam- stress. To Arlan Skinner: Another chance to beat Mr. Webb at a tennis match. To Myron Smith: Some white gloves so we’ll no longer hear, “What, no Mickey Mouse?” To Dueaga Squazza: Gertrude Jensen’s position as all- around girl athlete. To Stella Sulborski: A deep thinker to enjoy her poetical aspirations. To Annie Tinti: Greater name and fame for handling spaghetti. To Merrell Tisdell: An anchor to prevent his bouncing on the basketball floor. To Ethelyn White: A rowing machine so she can join the Harvard College crew. To Rudolph Fossa: A bushel basket in case that football comes his way. To Angie Gatti: Fern Miller’s poise when confronted by an audience. To Myrtle French : A bag of Purina growing mash. To Donald Goss: Bill Cassens’ easy way with the girls. 1934 YEAR BOOK 43 To Irma Hromada: Rubinoff’s position in the world of music. To Lorraine Kenney: A position as peanut-vendor to culti- vate that voice she will need in next year's Senior Class meetings. To Donald Loncto: A map of the town so he won’t get his streets mixed when “walking his babies back home” from oper- etta rehearsals. To Elmer Letellier: An appropriate reply for those demands, “Where’s Elmer?” To Angelina Massa: All the boys in the Junior Class so she’ll always have a Massa men around. To Vivian Masterson: A rendezvous with Doris Svenson so they can exchange ideas on size and shape. To Edward Meyer: Some of Donald Gensheimer’s childish ways in case sophistication overtakes him. To Frank Morris: A method of getting on in your studies without attending school. To Mary Morris: A continued opportunity to entertain her English class with more exciting debates. To Bertha Naceivicz: The Seniors’ envy of those blonde locks. To Belinda Vanderzingel: Many opportunities to make use of her artistic ability. To Florence Raschi: A position as quarterback so she may perfect her methods of tackling in the hall. To Vera Piazzo: A soft pedal to be used frequently as she travels the halls. To Marion Roberts: A private secretary to issue a prompt refusal to those Prom invitations. To Richard Ross: A girl friend capable of satisfying him for more than one evening. To Edmi Salani: A megaphone so she’ll be heard in English class. In ivitness whereof, we do now affix our seal this nineteenth day of June in the year of our Lord, One Thousand Nine Hun- dred and Thirty-Four. ELIZABETH ABRAMS, BERNICE HALLADAY. SENIOR MEMBERS OF STUDENT COUNC IL CLASS OFFICERS PRO MERITO JUNIOR PROMENADE ’33 1934 YEAR BOOK 45 PRO MERITO The members of the Pro Merito Society attended the State Convention held at the Palmer High School in the fall. In Febru- ary a Washington Birthday dinner was given in their honor by Miss Smith. MEMBERS Elizabeth Abrams Elizabeth Bloom Rose Brusseau Winifred Carroll Bernice Halladay Adele Swanson Jane Hamblen Shirley Hawkes Lena Lodi Raymond Montagna Catherine Spaight STUDENT COUNCIL The object of the Student Council is to promote the best interests of the school. It establishes new and maintains old customs and traditions. It secures a better understanding between the student body and the faculty in the administration of school affairs and of extra curricula activities. OFFICERS President Fred Bennett Vice-President Geraldine Rising, ’35 Treasurer Merrill Tisdel, '35 Secretary Frances Lucardi SENIOR MEMBERS Edward Bessette Elaine LaFleche Ronald Johnson Samuel Provo AGAWAM WEEKLY MIRROR In the fall of 1933, under the direction of Mr. Webb, the Mirror Staff decided to publish a weekly newspaper in place of the magazine which had formerly been published. The aim was to print a paper which would be so inexpensive that all students could afford to buy it; which would be a record of all activities of the school for the alumni; which would furnish news, stories, and personal items of interest to all; which would give under classmen a chance to study and practice journalism. Thirteen papers were published and a large mimeographed copy came out in June. 46 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR STAFF MEMBERS Elizabeth Abrams, Joseph Assad, Fred Bennett, Elizabeth Bloom, Rose Brusseau, William Cassens, Evelyn Cowles, Daniel DiDonato, Bernice Halladay, Aldah Holloway, Irene Kalafut, Lena Lodi, Elaine LaFleche, Fern Miller (editor-in-chief), Ray- mond Montagna, Clayton Moore, Adele Swanson, Muriel Web- ster. TRI-HI This club was organized in the fall of ’33 by members of the Junior and Senior classes for the purpose of creating, main- taining and extending throughout the school and community high standards of Christian character. OFFICERS President Lillian Ardizoni Vice-President Catherine Spaight Secretary Fern Miller Treasurer................ Elaine LaFleche SENIOR MEMBERS Elizabeth Abrams, Odette Bessette, Virginia Birchard, Eunice Bitgood, Elizabeth Bloom, Anna Cascella, Helen Cascella, Muriel Fraser, Bernice Halladay, Jane Ilamblen, Shirley Hawkes, Gertrude Jensen, Irene Kalafut, Jennie Lango, Evelyn Lewis, Lena Lodi, Frances Lucardi, Beverly Needham, Lydia Pisano, Helen Itamah, Doris Svenson, Adele Swanson, Barbara Tulloch, Muriel Webster, Jennie White. HI-Y Early in the fall about twenty members of the Junior and Senior Classes were inducted into the Hi-Y. Interesting meet- ings were held weekly. The club closed its current year with a social meeting held jointly with the Tri-Hi. OFFICERS President William Cassens Vice-President John Bitgood Secretary Leonard Belcher Treasurer...............Henry Gensheimer SENIOR MEMBERS Henry Alvergini, Fred Bennett, Robert Bennett, Edward Bessette, Paul Daubitz, Donald Gensheimer, Henry Fessler, Ronald Johnson, John Hastings, Robert Hennessey, John Ken- nedy, Raymond Montagna, Samuel Provo, Grant Sackett, Robert Smith, Walter Stepanik, Edward Zielinski. 1934 YEAR BOOK 47 THE ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUB This club was organized in March of this year. Among the club activities was a visit to the museum and the art and furni- ture departments of the larger stores. Tie-dyeing and work with enamels were two of the projects undertaken by the members. OFFICERS President Catherine Spaight Vice-President Jennie White Secretary-Treasurer.Dorothy Copeland, ’36 ACTIVE MEMBERS FROM SENIOR CLASS Virginia Birchard, Muriel Fraser, Jane Hamblen, Gertrude Jensen, Irene Kalafut. DRAMATIC CLUB The purpose of the Dramatic Club is to increase the mem- bers' knowledge of dramatics through contact with people acquainted with the stage and through actual experience on the stage. The Christmas play presented by the club was “Why the Chimes Rang. “The High Heart” was presented at the Valley Wheel one-act play contest held in Ludlow. OFFICERS President Clayton Moore Vice-President Jane Hamblen Recording Secretary Frances Lucardi Corresponding Secretary Adele Swanson Treasurer............Everett Ferrell, '36 SENIOR MEMBERS Elizabeth Abrams, Lillian Ardizoni, Joseph Assad, Odette Bessette, Elizabeth Bloom, Anna Cascella, Helen Cascella, Daniel DiDonato, Bernice Halladay, Calvin Hewey, Shirley Ilawkes, Irene Kalafut, Jennie Lango, Fern Miller, Lydia Pisano, Helen Ramah, Lena Lodi. 43 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL AGAVAMIANE SOCIETATES LATANAE The most outstanding event of the year was the presentation cf the play, “A Roman Wedding.” OFFICERS President Elizabeth Bloom Secretary-Treasurer....Catherine Spaight SENIOR MEMBERS Elizabeth Abrams, Odette Bessette, Winifred Carroll, Muriel Fraser, Henry Gensheimer, Bernice Halladay, Jane Hamblen, Gertrude Jensen, Ronald Johnson, Irene Kalafut. LE CERCLE FRANCAIS This year the French Club has been much more active than in former years. Several interesting meetings were held at which members of the club gave talks on France and French customs. The medieval farce “Monsieur Pathelin” was presented in assembly. OFFICERS President Adele Swanson Secretary-Treasurer Catherine Spaight Program-Chairman Barbara Tulloch SENIOR MEMBERS Odette Bessette, Elizabeth Bloom, Virginia Birchard, Muriel Fraser, Bernice Halladay, Gertrude Jensen, Irene Kalafut, Lena Lodi, Muriel Webster, Jennie White. CAMERACLUB This club was organized this year for the purpose of insti- gating and promoting an interest throughout the school in the field of amateur photography. OFFICERS President Karl Burnett, ’35 Vice-President Muriel Webster Treasurer Fred Bennett Curator William Cassens Secretary Geraldine Rising, ’35 SENIOR MEMBERS Leonard Belcher, Henry Fessler, Donald Gensheimer, Calvin Hewey, Ronald Johnson. 1934 YEAR BOOK 49 STAMP CLUB The Stamp Club was formed this year for the purpose of exchanging stamps and learning mere about them. OFFICERS President Ronald Johnson Vice-President Verne Spear, ’35 Secretary Vivian Cordes, ’35 Treasurer Barbara Phelps, ?35 SENIOR MEMBERS Fred Bennett, Helen Ramah. GIRLS’ ATHLETICS The class of 1934 had a group of girls who were always out- standing in the Physical Education program. They were leaders in game activities, sportsmanship, cooperation, and loyalty. In basketball they gained greatest glory—winning the interclass championship for two consecutive years. For four years Virginia Birchard, Jane Hamblen, Elizabeth Bloom, Muriel Webster, Helen Ramah, Gertrude Jensen, Barbara Tulloch, Lydia Pisano, Bernice Halladay, Catherine Spaight, Elizabeth Abrams, Frances Lucardi and Odette Bessette showed ability, and it was to them that we owed much of the enthusiasm of the intramural program in basketball, held hockey and base- ball. BOYS’ ATHLETICS The class of ’34 had several outstanding players on the foot- ball squad of the past season: Raymond Montagna, Robert Ben- nett and Samuel Provo who was the best halfback in Western Massachusetts. Raymond Montagna, Henry Alvergini, Ronald Johnson and Leonard Belcher represented the class in basketball. The baseball team claimed Raymond Montagna, Henry Alvergini, Robert Hennessey, Leonard Belcher and Ronald Johnson. 50 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PLAY “Remote Control”, a mystery, was given May 18, 1934, under the direction of Mr. Simpson and Mr. Williams. Clayton Moore and Jane Hamblen had the leading parts. The other members of the cast were: Frances Lucardi, Calvin Hewey, Robert Hennessey, Donald Gensheimer, Joseph Assad, John Kennedy, Catherine Spaight, Eunice Bitgood, Irene Kalafut, Bernice Halladay, Odette Bes- sette, Fern Miller, Robert Smith, Walter Stepanik, Edward Zielinski, Michael Christopher, Robert Bennett, Daniel DiDonato, Grant Sackett, Samuel Provo, Elaine LaFleche. Adele Swanson had charge of the tickets; William Cassens and Henry Gen- sheimer of the scenery; Elizabeth Bloom of the program and publicity. Lena Lodi was the prompter. Compliments of Postoortf) H tulno HENRY S. WRIGHT. Proprietor School Photographer •— Many Years Experience 1537 Main Street, Springfield, Massachusetts Springfield National Bank Building : j I N C O R POHATtC Artists — Retouchers — Engravers 337 Worthington Street Springfield, Massachusetts The W. M. Young Regalia Co. 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