Agawam High School - Sachem Yearbook (Agawam, MA)

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YEAR BOO K 1935 21 Qlass History Time: 1945. Place: A. H. S. Radio Station. (On the right side of the stage a person appears bearing a sign reading 1945 and on the left side another person with a sign reading A. H. S. Radio Station.) Announcer: Ronald King. Mistress of Ceremonies: Myrtle French. Master of Ceremonies: Julio Alvigini. Announcer: Good evening Folks. Tonight we have a great treat in store for you. 'Phis year the graduating class of 1935 celebrates their tenth anniversary by inaugurating the new radio station of the Agawam High School. For this great occasion we have with us the well-known Master of Ceremonies, Julio Alvigini. I will now turn the program over to (The announcer turns to Julio, who bows in acknowledge ledgement) Julio Alvigini. Master of Ceremonies: Thank you, Ronald. Ladies and gentlemen: I am glad to have this opportunity to be with you tonight on this anniversary program. This evening we are going to outline briefly the main events in the history of the class of ’35. On October 2, 1931, a class meeting was held with Creighton Abrams, a member of the Student Council presiding. The following officers were elected: President, Richard Ross; Vice President, Anita Goyette; Secretary, Bertha Cesan; Treasurer, Harlan Atwood. The Student Council members for that year were Geraldine Rising and John Schutt. We will now be favored by a solo by Walter Kellogg, who was a prominent member of the high school orchestra. Announcer: Time Marches On! Master of Ceremonies: After enjoying our summer vacation, we returned to school for our second year. During a class meeting led by Anita Goyette, the following class officers were elected: President, Karl Burnett; Vice-President, Anita Goyette; Secretary, Bertha Cesan; 'Treasurer, Harlan Atwood. The Student Council members were Geraldine Rising and Merrill Tisdcl. On March 17, the Sophomore Class held a St. Patrick’s Day party, which was enjoyed by all those who attended. Announcer: Time Marches On! Master of Ceremonies: The class officers of the Junior year were: President, Karl Burnett; Vice-President, Eleanor Kent; Secretary. Bertha Cesan; 'Treasurer, Harlan Atwood. Due to the enlargement of the Student Council, the Junior Class was allowed six representatives; namely: Marion Roberts, Geraldine Ris- ing, Karl Burnett, Merrill 'Tisdcl, Alvin Kellogg, and Julio Alvigini. This year held in store many activities for its members, the first being the Junior Cabaret which was held November 3. The chairman of the various committees were Barbara Phelps, Belinda Vandcrsingel, Vivian Cordes, Geraldine Rising, Marion Roberts, Eleanor Kent and Harlan Atwood. This event proved a great success. The annual operetta that year was H. M. S. Pinafore which was presented on November 24, with Everett Farrell of the class of ’35 in the leading role. Now we will hear a selection from this operetta sung by Everett Farrell.

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20 A G A W A M II I G H SCHOOL atic physical training is realized. The biology and hygiene classes point the way to clean life and energetic, healthy bodies. A supervisory medical clinic is maintained, watching over the students for symptoms of contagious and infectious diseases, and to care for the minor ailments. The health building program is one of the high school’s important benefits to both the students,and the com- munity it serves. Training in the profitable use of leisure time is another valuable objective of the secondary school. Participation in the clubs, athletic teams, and other extra-curricula activities provide the students with interests, and hobbies for spare time.Outside assignments, and special projects stimu- late new ways of leisure time occupation. By contrasting the common characteristics and differences of people and civilizations with ours, the students are forced to realize the advantage of a high standard of life. Traditions of free speech, a religious freedom, formulas and pi incipies of democracy, and problems of life both rural and urban are taught, training each student to step into his niche in life and help to make this great country a finer and a happier place to live in. The government of our country depends on an enlightened citizenry. An illiterate nation cannot be governed by a democratic government; if attempted, anarchy will result. The aristocracies of old Europe arc crumbling into insignificance as the once loyal subjects of the kings are becoming educated. Therefore, the governmental status of the United States demands that our posterity be educated—especially along civic and social lines. The high school offers this education; it develops social unity, and integration. The primary objective of the modern high school is to develop character. There is character training in the whole set-up of the institution. The social contact of the students, both within the school and with neighboring schools is an important means of promoting the development of charac- ter and culture. Within the school they face a most powerful influence, instrumental in building character—public opinion. Special emphasis is given in the literature classes on charactei analysis. Student organizations such as the Student Council, and Leaders’Club stimulate desirable character- istics in students. The athletic program makes a noteworthy contribution in this field. Character education is the chief consideration of education today and is bound to receive increased attention in the school program. The part of the high school’s program devoted to the guidance of pupils is of vital importance. In this age of great diversification in industry and professions, boys and girls are confronted with a difficult task in selecting a life’s work. A student having finished elementary school has become only partially acquainted with these many fields of endeavor and as a result his mind is in a state of bewilderment. If he secs some famed aviator doing stunt flying he becomes determined to be another Jimmy Doolittle or Wiley Post without knowing what such a vocation entails. If he left school at this early age, he would pick up the first job he found, which in many cases would be a blind alley- job. Thus, his natural aptitudes would be wasted. The modern high school discovers the student’s powers, interests, aptitudes, and capacities and guides the student accordingly. There is the commer- cial department for those interested in business. The agiicultural division presents an excellent chance for students interested in farm work and farm management. A liberal education is offered the rest of the students which includes advance study of English, music, art, mathematics, science, history, elementary courses in foreign languages, dramatics, domestic science, manual arts, and economics, plus many extra-curricula activities a sound, varied education offered for those intending to further their knowledge at higher schools of learning. The high school presents a course of study meant to discover and develop the student’s capacities and guide him into a happyr and effective adult career. So in these difficult times of our country; in these times of strict economy and gloom}' forecast; let us not forget that people have struggled through depressions before and have come through with a confident spirit, and an unfaltering determination to carry on the American traditions. Let us do the same. The light of prosperity cannot be far off. We must attack these obstacles confront- ing us in an intelligent manner. And let us not forget, in these times, that the high school must have the conscientious cooperation of all citizens. It survives and evolves on their loyal support and interest. KARL BURNETT.

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22 AGAWAM HIGH SCHOOL The Student Council Dance was held April 13, in the school’s auditorium. Geraldine Rising, Marion Roberts, Karl Burnett, Merrill Tisdel, Alvin Kellogg and Julio Alvigini served on the different committees. The greatest event of the year, the Junior-Senior prom was held May 25. The decoration com- mittee was under the supervision of Vivian Cordcs. The hall was arranged as the archway to a formal garden. The different members were on the following committees: Alvin Kellogg, Tickets; Harlan Atwood, Program; Walter Kellogg, Orchestra; Eleanor Kent, Patrons and Patronesses; Barbara Phelps, Refreshments. An excellent evening was spent dancing to the melodious music of Leo Racicot’s orchestra. Marion Roberts and Geraldine Rising served as Junior Marshals for the Senior Class. We will now be entertained by a group of Senior girls who will sing a melody of songs. Step right up here girls. Announcer: Time Marches On! Master of Ceremonies: The Senior class held their first meeting September 10, for the purpose of electing their class officers. Those elected were: President, Karl Burnett: Vice-President, Eleanor Kent; Secretary, Bertha Cesan; Treasurer, Harlan Atwood. Student Council members were: Geraldine Rising, Belinda andersingle, Eleanor Fickweiler, Merrill Tisdel, Karl Burnett, Walter Kellogg, Richard Ross and Julio Alvigini. Victor Herbert’s popular operetta “The Red Mill” was presented by the following members of the Senior class. Merrill Tisdel who had the leading role. Everett Ferrell, Flex Augustino, Karl Burnett, Ronald King and Jacqueline Clark. We were fortunate in securing Karl Burnett and Felix Augustino two characters from this operetta who will now sing “You Can Xevcr Tell About A Woman.” The kid party was held December 20, Eleanor Kent and Ronald King received prizes for the best costumes. And now ladies and gentlemen I am going to turn the program over to our Mistress of Cere- monies Miss Myrtle French. Mistress: Thank you. Good evening. The Senior Play “Skidding” a three-act comedy was presented February 15, under the splendid direction of Miss Andrews of the English Department. The leading roles were taken by Eleanor Kent and Julio Alvigini and a well supporting cast included: V ivian Cordes, Belinda Vandcrsingel, Geraldine Rising, Eleanor Fickweiler, Charles Ferrero, Karl Burnett, Ronald King and Harlan Atwood. Now I take great pleasure in interviewing one of the most prominent girl athletes of the Class of ’35—Miss Marion Schwartz. Who were some of the other girl athletes? M. S. They were Lydia Grocco, Vivian Cordes, Bertha Nacewicz, Jacquline Clark, Stella Swlborski, Irma Rhomada, Eleanor Kent, and Gertrude Goyette. M. F. W hat arc some of the sports the girls play? M. S. Hockey, basketball, volleyball and baseball. M. F. What were some of the outside teams the girls played? M. S. We did not have many outside games. During our Freshman, Sophomore, Junior years we played West Hartford, Windsor Locks and Suffield. In our Senior year the only outside game we had was with West Springfield which we worn M. F. Was much time given to girl sports? M. S. Yes, we usually had practice or class games every night. M. F. Do you think the girl sports have proved successful in the Agawam High School? M. S. Yes. And I hope they will be continued. M. F. Thank you, Marion. 'Flic Dramatic Club has proved very successful in the Agawam High School. In 1933 the play “Why the Chimes Rang” was presented for the Christmas assembly. In April 1934 two plays were