Bacon Academy - Baconian Yearbook (Colchester, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 40 of the 1931 volume:

1803 1931 We, the Class of 1931, dedicate this is- sue of the Baconian to Miss Margaret E. Donovan, a capable instructor and inspiring friend. BACONIAN Two THE THE BACONIAN Year Book Staff EDITOR-IN-CHIEF GERTRUDE SEGER LITERARY EDITORS BEATRICE GITLIN EDWARD O’CONNOR GEORGE WASNIEWSKI JOSEPH BUSEL SPORTS EDITORS FANNIE WASNIEWSKI (girls) DAVID LEVINE (boys) SAMUEL BERMAN .... MICHAEL BUSEL ... MINNIE JAFFE .... MARY KURZEL...... DORIS RILEY ..... JOHN POPEK ...... DOROTHEA RAYMOND MISS BARBARA COLE . ........... Photographic Editor ........... Junior Class Notes ........ Sophomore Class Notes ......... Freshman Class Notes ............. Business Manager I ... Associate Business Managers ............. Faculty Advisor BACON ACADEMY Three THE BACONIAN FACULTY MR. CECIL V. HOWELL Science, Economics Dover High School, Dover, N. H. University of New Hampshire, B. S. University of N. H. Summer School, 1929-1930 Taught at Bacon Academy, 1929 MISS MARGARET E. DONOVAN French, Latin Robinson Seminary, Exeter, N. H. University of New Hampshire, A. B. University of N. H. Summer SchooL, 1928-1929 Taught at Bacon Academy, 1928 MISS JOSEPHINE O’BRIEN History Lee High School, Lee, Mass. College of New Rochelle, A. B. Taught at Bacon Academy, 1930 BACON MR. NOYES C. STICKNEY Mathematics Physics Keene High School, Keene, N. H. Brown University, Phr. B. University of N. H. Summer School, 1928- 1929 Vice Principal at Grafton, Mass. Taught at Bristol High, Bristol, Conn. Principal at Bacon Academy, 1930 MISS PEARL M. TIFFANY Home Economics Windsor High School Conn. Agricultural College, B. S. Columbia Univ. Summer School, 1929- 1930 Taught at Bacon Academy, 1926 MISS BARBARA C. COLE English Classical High School, Worcester, Mass Tufts College, Boston, Mass., A. B. Taught at Bacon Academy, 1930 ACADEMY Four THE BACONIAN CNIICC Class Motto—Nulla victoria sine labore Class Colors—Blue and White Class Flower—Lily-of-the-Valley ACADEMY Five BACON THE B A C 0 N T A N SENIOR CLASS CLASS OFFICERS Senior Year 1930-1981 Hyman Schwartz—President George Wasniewski—Vice-President Edward O’Connor—Treasurer Beatrice Gitlin—Secretary Junior, Year 1929-1930 Joseph Busel—President Gertrude Seger—Vice-President Beatrice Gitlin—Secretary Hyman Falk—Treasurer Sophomore Year 1928-1929 Hyman Schwartz—President Gertrude Seger—Vice-President Edward O’Connor—Secretary and Treasurer Freshman Year 1927-1928 George Wasniewski—President John Fedus—Vice-President Beatrice Gitlin—Secretary and Treasurer BACON ACADEMY Six THE BACONIAN SAMUEL BERMAN “Sammy” “Without a doubt he’s a good old scout.” Basketball Manager—Fire Squad—Senior Year Book Staff—Glee Club— Dramatic Club. During our four years at Baconia we have found that “Sammy” is a true friend. His willingness to give his time to help out in class affairs is appreciated by his class- mates, who hold him in high esteem. We are pleased to say that he is one member of our class to whom Physics, Algebra, and Geometry are as simple as talking. In dra- matics he has been a success, having taken part in several plays. We are sure that Sammy will become one of the noted Baconian graduates and we think that he will fol- low in the footsteps of men like Einstein. That’s the way “Sammy.” JOSEPH BUSEL “Buzzle” “Carry Me Back to Old Virginy” Track Team (Manager 30-31)—Baconian Board—President of Junior Class— Senior Year Book Staff—Senior Play—Fire Squad—Chairman Sub-Fresh- man Day Committee—Dramatic Club. “Buzzle” is one of the most popular boys at Baconia. He joined the class six years ago and from that time has taken an active part in all affairs, serving as president dur- ing our Junior year. In sports he has also been successful playing on the baseball team last year and lending his ability to the basketball squad during the past season. He took a leading part in the Senior Play, an affair which proved very successful. That’s the idea, Buzzle! ROSE EINHORN “Rosie” Home Economics Club. “Just a cottage small by a waterfall.” At least that seems to be what Rose is seeking right now, but maybe there aren’t any waterfalls in New York. If her home is near an elevator there will be noise enough. Rose is the first of our class who will be married. We wish her great success in her marital venture. HYMAN FALK “Zip” “I can be convinced, but it’s a hard job.” Track Team—Baseball—Basketball—Glee Club—Fire Squad—Senior Play. “Zip” is the official electrician of Bacon Academy. When the bells aren’t ringing or the lights are out you will find him on the job trying to locate the trouble. And it isn’t long before everything is working all right. In the field of sport he holds respon- sible positions. He played on the baseball team during this season and made his letter by his skillful work on basketball squad. And, we mustn’t forget that talent which he possesses—the talent that was so helpful in the Senior play in which he impersonated an old New England farmer. BEATRICE GITLIN “Bea” “Music hath charms.” Secretary of Class (4 years)—Dramatic Club—Secretary of the Glee Club— A C A I) E Seven BACON M Y THE BACONIAN Baconian Board—Senior Play—Year Book Staff—Salutatorian. Beatrice is one of the most popular girls at Bacon Academy. She has been secre- tary of the class for four years and held the same position in two clubs. Her talent at the piano has been demonstrated several times much to our enjoyment. Beatrice is going to be a kindergarten teacher and we know that in this field her great understanding of children will aid her immensely. JOHN GREGORY “Greek” “If I lose sleep at night, I make it up in my classes.” Baseball Team (co-captain ’30-31)—Basketball Team—Stage Man—Senior Play—Glee Club—Fire Squad—Track Team. “Greek” is a cheerful young man who believes that sleep is essential to the mak- ing of a good athlete for he makes up “lost sleep” by slumbering in classes. But he doesn’t sleep when out on the track course or baseball diamond. His ability has won him the position of co-captain of the baseball team for the present season. We have some more to say about him. He takes part in social activities, too! During the past school year he has helped out in some plays and did a great deal of work for the class when the Senior Play came. “Take it easy, old sport!” DAVID LEVINE “Lean” Yale has Booth, Notre Dame has Corideo, And Baconia has Lean! Basketball Team (Capt. ’30-31)—Assistant Stage Manager—Senior Play— Fire Squad—Baconian Board—Senior Year Book Staff. “Lean” is one of the “stars” of Baconia, having taken an active part in athletics, during the entire period of his career at Bacon Academy. He was elected captain of the basketball team during the past season and is a leading member of the baseball team. He also found time to serve on the Student Council for three years. There is no doubt in our minds that “Lean” will make good at Boston University. SARA LEVINE “Sara” “Believing where we cannot prove.” Sara has been one of the quietest girls at Bacon Academy, consequently it is a hard task to write her notes. Sara excels in dressmaking and we shall yet hear of her as a famous designer. EDDIE O’CONNOR “Eddie - Rudy Valee” “I’m just a vagabond Lover” Senior Play—Class Treasurer—Baconian Board—Year Book Staff—President Dramatic Club—Glee Club. Eddie was always a quiet and studious student and we really did not know much of him until this year, when he has become one of us. Because of his auburn hair, blue eyes and musical talent, we have nicknamed him Rudy Valee. He expects to purchase a saxophone soon and give Rudy some serious competition. Good luck, to you, Eddie I May you succeed in every undertaking. ACADEMY Eight BACON THE BACONIAN JOHN POPEK “Puppy” “Would you like to take a ride?” Baseball Team—Year Book Staff—Fire Squad—Gle? Club. “Puppy” is a good sport. We all know that. Every time we have a social at the school he gives us aid by furnishing a car or some other necessity. He is playing on the baseball team this year and he has been very successful. We cannot forget to tell you about his ability in the maintenance and driving of cars. Why, if there is any trouble with a car at school, just call Johnnie and you’ll be on your way soon. But if you’re in any hurry, let him drive the car for you. You won’t be late! No, never! Well probably Puppy will become an automobile racer like Campbell. Nevertheless watch out, Johnnie, and don’t drive too fast! DOROTHEA RAYMOND “Dimples” “Oh, somewhere out in Gilead is my love.” Senior Play—Home Economics Club—Glee Club—Year Book Staff—Historian. Even though Dot lives out in Westchester she has always participated in all school affairs. Her ready smile has made many friends among the students of Bacon Acad- emy. Her ability in Home Economics is unsurpassed. Good luck to you, Dot! DORIS RILEY “Dot” “Waiting to be taken out of circulation.” Baconian Board—Year Book Staff—S.nior Play—Glee Club—Basketball. Dot has always been active in all of our school events especially in Dramatics and Basketball. We have often wondered why Dot’s mind is out of school much of the time, but we satisfied our curiosity by the fact that her leisure time is w'ell occupied by mem- bers of the opposite sex. But we are sure that if Dot does as well in all her undertak- ings she will make out splendidly. Here’s wishing you lots of luck, Dot! HYMAN SCHWARTZ “Curly” “Let me sing and I’ll be happy.” President Senior class—Chief of Fire Squad—President Glee Club. “Curly” has been with us in all our joys and sorrows, and his executive ability has won him the presidency of the class. During our Junior Year he was assistant Fire Chief, and due to the fact that he fulfilled his duties faithfully, he was made Fire Chief for the present school year. He is musically inclined—a gift which gets him into trouble with the teachers after they find that he has been singing in class. But, there’s no harm in that; he’s only training his voice. Well, k;ep up your singing, Curly; and develop your executive ability some more and we probably will find you the president of some large industrial concern. GERTRUDE SEGER “Gcrt” “A Senior is entitled to some privileges.” Basketball (Manager ’30-31)—Editor-in-chief of the Baconian Board, Editor- in-chief of the Year Book—Secretary of the Dramatic Club—Home Economics Club—Valedictorian. BACON ACADEMY Nine THE BACONIAN Gert is the cleverest one in our class. However all her time is not spent in study. Far from it. Gert has been active in sports as manager of the Girls’ basketball teams. She has also found time to make and keep the friendship of most of the pupils and i ac- uity of Bacon Academy. Gert intends to take up nursing and we know that she’ll be successful in her career. CHARLES SHAILOR “Junior” “Excuses are the paving stones of life.” Fire Squad. Shailor comes from Westchester and takes part in the various social affairs of the school. He is another one of those boys to whom science seems easy, and his ability in the automotive field is recognized by his classmates. You should see his laboratory. It is certainly a place that brings the life of Edison to one’s mind. Probably, Shailor will follow the scientific field and “make a name” for himself. So keep on trying� Junior. ANNA SIGAL “Ann” “Why consult Webster? I’m here.” Vice-President of the Dramatic Club—Literary Editor of Baconian Board, Home Economics Club—Senior Play—Senior Prom Committee—Class Poet. Ann has been one of the most active members of the Senior class. It is due to her interest that our socials have been such great successes. Ann is our class poet but has not the indolent nature we attribute to poets. With her poise and ability to express her- self on all occasions we know Ann will go far in whatever vocation she decides upon. DAVID WALLACE “Dubbee” “Still waters run deep.” Stage Manager of Senior Play—Basketball—Baseball (Co-Captain). “Dubbee” is one of the admired members of our class for he always acts in a gen- tlemanly manner. On the basketball team he did good work and as a reward for his athletic labors, elected co-captain of the baseball team. Dubbee did a good job on the stage work of the Senior Play. All luck to you Dubbee! FANNIE WASNIEWSKI “Fan” “She liked whate’er she looked upon—and her looks went everywhere.” Glee Club—Basketball (Captain ’30-31)—Senior Play—Year Book Staff. Fan has been voted the most popular girl in school. Anyone working with her or near her could not doubt the veracity of the above statement. Although Fan was orig- inally of another class we have forgotten that. In her efforts to take part in all our in terests she has become one of us. We are very proud of the most popular girl in school. We know success awaits her as secretary to some famous personage. GEORGE WASNIEWSKI “Georgy” “Tall as a sapling, straight as an oak” Senior Vice-President—Senior Play—Fire Squad—Baconian Board—Senior A C A D E M Ten BACON Y THE BACONIAN Year Book Staff, Business Manager—Senior Play. George is a tall member of our class, and he is also high when it comes to the esti- mation of his classmates. He took part in the Senior Play and served as business man- ager for that affair; an affair in which he proved his skill in managing business. As vice-president of the class, he has aided us in moments when we were puzzled by some predicament. And we wish to say that he has an ample supply of humor. George wants to be a lawyer. Well, when he gets there we are sure that he will be a success in that field. Ask the history teacher! JOHN ZENOWITZ “Zenny” “Smile and the world smiles with you” Track Team (Captain ’30-31)—Basketball (29-30; 30-31)—Baseball (29-31)— Assistant Stage Manager Senior Play. “Zenny” is a man who takes great interest in athletics. He holds letters from the three different teams of the school and is one of Baconia’s stars. He is a lover of his- tory and as far as we remember has never been “caught” on any subject pertaining to history. And too, you could ask him the dates of Washington’s administration or of Lincoln’s death and he would be light there with the answer. This is true of political cares—he knows them by heart. What do you think of that? He possesses another charm—that irresistible smile which has won him a host of friends. Keep following that straight course and keep on smiling Zenny, and we will find that our dreams of success for you will come true! ACAD Eleven M BACON E Y THE BACONIAN CLASS OF 1931 PHANTOM LIST Jacob Yakter William Raymond Flora Schatz Fannie Lerman Ida Mindel Emanuel Green Blatt Philip Dulevitz Mildred Sullivan John Rogers Fred Dominick Boyd Austin Annie Weich John Fedus Harry Shaddich Dora Talis Helen Gyome Anna Surwill Vera Gardzey Helm Draelich Yetta Levine Frances Ozimek Mae Standish Helena Bass Joseph Rutka Fanny Alpert Hyman Berman BACON ACADEMY Twelve THE BACONIAN MGANIZffllM ACADEMY Thirteen BACON THE BACONIAN DRAMATIC CLUB The Dramatic Club, under the direction of Miss Tiffany and Miss Cole, proved to be very successful this year. More than once the student body has been entertained by some program it had to offer. The officers are: President, Edward O’Connor; Vice- President, Anna Sigal; Secretary, Gertrude Seger and Treasurer, Lillian Hankin. The membership to this club is considerably large, despite the fact that meetings are held outside of school time. The members are those who are interested and are will- ing to work. On November 23rd, this club presented in Day Hall a comedy entitled “The Burglary at Brown’s.” It was very well staged and proved to be a success. The cast included: Sam Berman, Doris Riley, Max Chmiel, Lillian Hankin, Edward O’Connor, Joseph Busel, Beatrice Gitlin, Anna Broder, Hyman Falk and John Gregory. The coaches well deserve the credit given. Early in March this club presented for the student body a play entitled “Local and Long Distance”. The characters were Mary Gilman, Minnie Jaffe, Rose Einhorn, Ruth Liverant, Anna Broder, Lillian Hankin and Edward O’Connor. We wish to thank the sponsors for their efforts in making this organization the success it has been. GLEE CLUB We were very fortunate this year to again be able to have a Glee Club. Through the efforts of Principal Stickney and Miss O’Brien such an organization was made pos- sible. The officers elected were: Hyman Schwartz, President; Isaac Miller, Vice-Presi- dent, and Beatrice Gitlin, Secretary and Treasurer. A constitution was drawn up which provided for various committees to servo during the year. There is a special committee with the power to amend the constitu- tion, when necessary. It also provides that the Vice-President is automatically to be President next year. This organization presented for the student body a very fine musical entertain- ment. The group sang “Medley of Patriotic Songs”, “Telling it to the Daisies”, “Sweet and Low”, and “Moonlight on the River Colorado”. Edwin Stebbins rendered a vocal solo—“Bells of the Sea”. The group was divided into altos, sopranos, and bass. The enrollment is about the largest of any club. HOME ECONOMICS CLUB The Home Economics Club under the leadership of Miss Tiffany and affiliated with the State and National Home Economics Clubs held its first meeting to elect its officers: President, Annie Ewafove; Vice-President, Dorothea Raymond; Secretary, Beatrice Gitlin, and Treasurer, Mary O’Connor. The freshmen and newcomers were initiated by the upper classmen. In spite of this, none of them withdrew. Mrs. W. Dean, President of the State Home Economics Club gave a splendid talk. The girls wish to thank Miss Vincent, local school nurse, for her interesting lec- tures given every Wednesday on Home Nursing and Child Care. It was compulsory for the girls who take Home Economics to attend these meetings. Many interested upperclassmen also attended and appreciated them. BACON ACADEMY Fourteen THE BACONIAN JUNIOR CLASS Upon entering Bacon Academy for the third time, we found our enrollment con- siderably decreased. In the first month of school, we elected our class officers: Michael Busel, President; Anna Tynda, Vice-President, and Anna Ewafove, Secretary-Treasurer. During the school year, the Junior Class gave a card party for the entertain- ment of the students. On May 14th we staged one of the biggest social events of our school days, namely the Junior Prom. The afTair was well attended by students and their friends. The hall was beautifully decorated, showing the good work of the committee. Edwin Stebbins was general chairman of the Prom. Miss O'Brien, our class advisor, gave us many valuable suggestions and we wish to thank her for the help she gave us. Our class is also well represented in the school activities, having members on the Baconian Board; Basketball, both boys and girls; Baseball, and the various clubs. SOPHOMORE CLASS NOTES At our first class meeting the following were elected to serve as class officers for the year: Harold Snell, President; George Raymond, Vice-President; Gladys Graul, Treasurer, and Joseph Bass, Secretary. We regret very much t hat Snell has left school. George Raymond is President now and Nicholas Bochain, Vice-President. At the present time there are thirty-four Sophomores. On December 12th, the Sophomores and Freshmen gave a party for the upper classmen. The program consisted of a short play entitled “Making and Breaking of an Actor , written by Joseph Rami as, a member of this class; a dance given by the Sopho- more girls; and some recitations. After the entertainment refreshments were served. Ihis party proved to be very successful and everyone had a good time. Members of the Sophomore class are proud of having many athletes in their class who have taken part in many sports, such as Basketball—M. Krupnic, B. Gold- berg, J. Ramras; Baseball—Raymond, Pranowitz; Assistant Managers—M. Chmiel, H. Standish, B. Goldberg; Track Team— M. Krupnic, G. Raymond, B. Goldberg; Cross- Country—Goldberg, Krupnic. Girls’ Basketball—L. Hankin, P. Felner, F. Minsk, R. Liverant, E. Stern, R. Himmelstein, M. Gyome, H. and B. Fedus. FRESHMAN NOTES - An unusually large class of freshmen entered Bacon Academy last fall. The class officers elected at the first meeting were: Richard Hoxie, President; Elsie Sorrell, Vice- President; Evelyn Day, Secretary, and Anna Broder, Treasurer. Some of the boys of the Freshman Class showed an interest in athletics and went out for basket ball, baseball and the track squads. Many of the students have gained recognition in their school work. The Freshmen boys have organized a baseball team. On Sub-Freshman Day they defeated the eighth grade in a one-side game. The members of this class have also contributed to the school chapel exercises, by taking parts in plays given by the various organizations. It is a sincere wish of the present Freshmen class to co-operate in all social events, school activities and for the betterment of conditions of its own class in the following years. ACADEMY Fifteen BACON THE BACONIAN SUB-FRESHMAN DAY Sub-Freshmen Day inaugurated last year was observed at Bacon Academy on May 1st. This day is set aside for the purpose of encouraging the prospective fresh- men to continue their education. The day’s program was in charge of a Sub-Freshmen Day committee appointed by the faculty, with Joseph Busel as chairman. The commit- tee assisting was made up of the student body of Bacon Academy, and the sub-fresh- men assembled in Day Hall, and Mr. Howell delivered the address of welcome. The program was then turned over to J. Busel, who spoke of track events, girls’ basketball and the activities of the Glee Club. S. Berman, M. Busel and E. O’Connor acquainted the assembly with basketball, baseball and club affairs. Edwin Stebbins accompanied by Miss O’Brien at the piano rendered several vocal solos, following this a piano solo, by Miss Gitlin. A selected group of students coached by Miss Donovan presented a play entitled “No Cure No Pay’’. Characters: Committee: Gladys Graul F. Wasneski Doris Riley G. Turetsky Lillian Hankin J. Kurzel Mary Gilman G. Raymond Annie Ewafove L. Hankin Minnie Jaffe M. Kurzel R. Hoxie The Sub-Freshmen then visited a number of Freshmen Classes in order to be- come acquainted with class procedure. The social hour was enjoyed by all as it included dancing, serving of refreshments and a radio reception. In the afternoon the athletic events took place. The results were as follows: Track meet won by Seniors; Freshmen and eighth grade Baseball. Score 3-4 in favor of the Freshmen. A C Sixteen BACON A DEM Y THE BACONIAN CLASS HISTORY In the fall of 1927 a group of Freshmen, fifty strong, entered Bacon Academy with the determination to succeed. George Wasneski was elected President; John Fedus, Vice-President; Beatrice Gitlin, Secretary and Treasurer. Mr. Raymond O. Kendall, the principal was our English teacher. He did his best to accustom us to the new life we were to lead while here. Mr. Goodrich taught us Civics and General Math. With Miss Condren as Latin teacher, Miss Tiffany as Do- mestic Science instructor and Miss Pullen as the French teacher, the first year passed quite smoothly. We were represented in many of the scholastic activities; David Levine was a member of the Varsity Basket Ball team. On our return the next year, we were glad that our Freshman days wrere over, and our greenness had worn off; now the incoming class would be teased by the upper classmen. Our number had decreased considerably; since some students left school to find their way in the business world, others chose High Schools nearer their homes. We met early in the year to choose our class officers. The result of this election was: President, Hyman Schwartz; Vice-President, Gertrude Seger; Secretary and Treasurer, Edward O’Connor. There was a newr teacher to greet us. Miss Donovan came to fill the vacancy left by Miss Pullen. Mr. Kendall, Mr. Goodrich, Miss Tiffany and Miss Condren were still with us. As the year drew to a close we began to realize that now we were upper classmen and we were quite sophisticated. We entered our Junior year determined to make good. Mr. Kendall had left us, but Mr. Goodrich was made principal. Mr. Howell, our new’ teacher, taught us Geome- try. Our first social event was a Welcome Social to the Freshmen and new’comers. This proved successful both socially and financially. The new class officers were: Presi- dent, Joseph Busel; Vice-President, Gertrude Seger; Secretary, Beatrice Gitlin, and Tieasurer, Hyman Falk. In June we gave the customary farewell social to the Seniors which was a very socially successful affair. In September 1930 we returned for our fourth and last year at High School. F'inal examinations coupled with personal reasons brought on the fact that there were but tw’enty of us who still remained. We w’ere anxious to meet our new’ principal, Mr. Stickney. Miss Condren left us, but Miss Cole came to fill her place. Miss Donovan, Miss Tiffany and Mr. Howell lemained. Due to the large enrollment of Freshmen, a new’ teacher, Miss O’Brien, was added to our faculty. Our officers are: President, Hyman Schwartz; Vice-President, George Wasneski; Secretary, Beatrice Gitlin and Treasurer, Edward O’Connor. It seems as though ten months of school could not possibly have passed so quickly the end has come and we are ready to depart, to continue in the climb of life’s mighty ladder. ACADEMY Seventeen BACON THE BACONIAN YEAR’S REVIEW On returning last fall we found that Mr. Goodrich and Miss Condren were no longer here. But their places were filled by Mr. Stickney and Miss Cole. Later, Miss O’Brien was made a member of the Faculty. The upper classmen had to adapt them- selves to this change and also to other changes made in Student Government and school curriculum in general. During the first week class meetings were held and the various officers elected. At Assemblies during September the changes made in the school were explained to everyone. On November 21st special music was furnished for us by Mrs. E. T. VanCleve and Beatrice Gitlin. Honor Students for the first quarter were recogniz?d by Mr. Stick- ney. To welcome the Freshmen the upper classmen gave a party to the Freshman Class. Everyone enjoyed themselves. The Seniors gave a Masquerade Dance on November 1st. Prizes were awarded for the best costumes. The Dramatic Club on November 25th presented a three-act comedy “The Burg- lary at Browns.” The proceeds were given to the Students Association. The French Department under the coaching of Miss Donovan presented a on?- act comedy, “Where is my overcoat?” as an assemble program. Then Mr. Howell’s Biology class presented “Hands up, Sponges and Canopeners”, on December 12th. The Freshmen and Sophomore classes entertained the Juniors and Seniors at Day Hall at a later date. Dancing followed the entertainment. Coming back from vacation the Seniors gave a card party at Day Hall. It was well attended by both the students and the townspeople. The following day the Glee Club, under the supervision of Mr. Stickney and Miss O’Brien presented a musical pro- gram. On January 16th our Superintendent, Mr. Robertson gave an interesting talk on “The Three Qualities of Success”. At this assembly Miss Tiffany awarded prizes for a Biscuit Baking Contest. The Baconian Board gave a series of playlets for an assembly. The high comedy went over the heads of the Freshmen. On January 30th the History department pre- sented a play “Half a Loaf”. At the next assembly the Home Economics Girls gave a Demonstration. The Junior class gave a card party at Day Hall on Februaiy 27th. Rev. Mr. Tompkins gave a talk on the business opportunities in the world for young people. During March we had a play given by the Dramatic club for an assembly. The title was “Short and Long Distance Calls”. On St. Patrick’s Day a social was given by the Senior class. Tables were arranged around the hall so that those not dancing could play cards. Sandwiches and refreshments were served and much credit goes to Anna ACADEMY BACON Eighteen THE BACONIAN Sigal who was chairman for the affair. At this social John Zenowitz was elected Most Popular Boy and Fanny VVasniewski the Most Popular Girl in school. Due to the generosity of Mr. Earle Holmes, local radio dealer, we were able to hear several radio lectures given by prominent educators of Connecticut. We wish to thank Mr. Holmes for the use of his radio. The Sub-Freshmen from the Colchester grammar schools and also from the grammar schools of several nearby towns were received here. The program was arranged by a Sub-Freshman day committee. Then on May 7th the Annual Senior Play was given by the Senior Class. The play was well attended by both students and townspeople. On Friday, May 9th we had pictures taken of the Senior Class, the various ath- letic groups, faculty and a group picture of the whole school. That afternoon Miss Hyde, Superintendent of Nurses at the Middlesex Hospital, Middletown, gave a lecture on “Opportunities in Nursing”, a motion picture showing the departments of the hos- pital, various ceremonies, and some of the work of the nurse, was shown to the stud- ents. According to tradition the Juniors on May 14th gave a Farewell Social to the Seniors. The hall was nicely decorated with crepe paper balloons, etc. We Seniors want to thank the Junior class for this fine affair given in our honor. The next day an assembly was callsd, at which the names of the Student Council members for next year were revealed. It was also Senior Baby Day. So with all these social and extra-curricula activities, in addition to our regular school work, we feel that we have spent a very busy, enjoyable, and profitable Senior year and we are grateful to our teachers, our parents, and members of the town who have helped U3 to make the year a success. SENIOR PLAY A large and appreciative group came to Day Hall on Thursday night, May 7th, to witness the presentation of the annual Senior Play. This year it was a rural play, “Main People”, a comedy in four acts by Dana Stevens. The characters were: April Blossom, hired help ............................... Anna Sigal Martin Jasper Bromley, a college man .................. Joseph Busel Almira Bromley, housewife ......................... Fannie Wasneski Ezra Bromley, storekeeper............................... Hyman Falk Lizaliz Hankins, a brat ............................. Beatrice Falk Melissy Watkins, the town gossip ....................... Doris Riley Hiiam Curtis Peck, the peppermint salesman ......... Hyman Schwartz Jonas Jasbrock, a farmer .......................... George Wasneski Belindy Jasbrock, Jonas’ sister ................. Dorothea Raymond Judge Jolham Marby, a Christian.................... Edward O’Connor The performance was unusually well staged, as a result of much intensive re- hearsing. Much credit for the fine staging is given the stage manager, David Wallack, and his assistants, John Zenowitz and John Gregory for the fine work they did in con- structing a stage set, the first one owned by the academy. The affair was arranged under the diiection of the coach, Miss Tiffany. Dancing followed the entertainment. This event was a success both financially and socially. ACADEMY Nineteen BACON THE BACONIAN TO STANLEY WEICH What is this mystery called death That calms the vibrant fire in your eyes And cuts so suddenly across your breath. Earth is not so sweet to everyone who dies But you were young and generous of heart, Living each moment to its fullest measure, Now you have left untouched life’s richest part, Leaving behind a pitiful treasure Of memories—the year we had with you, The boyish things you did, the things you said, To see thsm growing old with nothing new To add—is then to know that you are dead. What is this mystery called death That cut so suddenly your precious breath? In Memoriam It was with deep sorrow that we heard of the tragic death of Stanley Weich and his mother. Stanley was greatly admired and respected when a student at Bacon Academy, and his many friends will never forget his sincere friendship which .developed with the passing of the years. With the highest ideals of manhood he moved among us here, and the cheer and friendship he cast around him will not be forgotten. “Baconia” extends its sincerest sympathy to his family. BACON ACADEMY Twenty THE BACONIAN ATHLETICS BACON ACADEMY Twenty-one THE BACONIAN SPORTS As this write-up goes to press we are very encouraged, having won our first game of the season. Four games remain to be played and since we have now hit our stride we are optimistic about keeping up the good work. We are glad to see so many under- classmen on the team for there are more out for this sport than any other. Wallack and Gregory were elected co-captains. Those who play on the varsity team are: p, D. Levine and J. Zenowitz; c, J. Pranowitz and I. Miller; lb, G. Raymond; 2b, J. Gregory; 3b, J. Zenowitz; ss, D. Wallack; rf, M. Stula; cf, M. Busel; If, J. Popek. In behalf of the school we wish to tak? this opportunity to thank Mr. Howell and Mr. Stickney for their co-operation in making our athletic program as interesting as it was. BACON ACADEMY Twenty-two THE BACONIAN Basketball Team Basketball, another sport for which Bacon Academy is noted, had a fairly suc- cessful season, winning: five and losing: five games. The most spectacular game of the season was that with Lyman High School, which we defeated by the score of 35-33, due to the excellent work of Capt. Levine and Zenowitz, who each scored a field goal in the closing seconds of play. We also defeated Moodus, once, and Phi Delta Nu twice. We lost to Moodus, Lyman, Pratt and Stoning- ton. Capt. Levine, Zenow'itz, Gregory, M. Busel, Wallack, Krupnic, Stebbins and Mana- ger Berman received letters at the close of the season. Second team members receiving numerals for participating in second team games were: Capt. J. Busel, J. Kendzior, J. Ramras and B. Goldberg. BACON ACADEMY Tw'enty-three THE BACONIAN Cross Country Tract Team CROSS-COUNTRY Cross-Country has always been one of the most successful sports in the history of the school. This year’s team lived up to its reputation with four victories and one- defeat. Through the splendid work of the boys, especially Krupnic, Zenowitz, and Gregory, we defeated Lyman twice, Bulkley once, Norwich once and also lost once to Norwich. Capt. Zenowitz, and Krupnic, Gregory, Falk, Goldberg and Manager Busel re:eived letters at the close of the season. SPRING TRACK For the first time in the history of the school we held a dual meet with Pratt. In preparation for this meet the members participated in the inter-class compe- tition. The Seniors came out on top by a large margin. We defeated Pratt by the score of 49-23. Zenowitz and Miller featured for Bacon. A relay is being planned with Glastonbury. We. are hopeful of winning this race. Zenowitz and Levine will close a four-year athletic program in June. Gregory and Wallack are also athletes who will graduate this year. Due to graduation Popek, Fa!k, Wallack, J. Busci, Gregory, Levine and Zenowitz will be missing from various teams next year. BACON ACADEMY Twenty-four THE BACONIAN Girls’ Basketball Team This year girls’ basketball took a far more active part in athletics at Bacon Academy than ever before. The teams with which we played home—eight home games— were: Nathan Hale High School of Moodus, Norwich Y. W. C. A., Williams Memorial Institute of New London, and Glastonbury High School. Although every game did not mean a victory, each and every merrfber of the team “played to the end” always. Leading her team-mates onward was Fanny Wasnieski, who proved her ability as center as well as captain. Her loyal supporters were Doris Riley, Anna Ewafove, Mary O’Ccnnor, Florence Minsk, Mamie Gyome, Bertha Fedus. Gertrude Seger, our capable manager, deserves much credit for her work and cooperation. Miss Donovan and Miss O’Brien were our coaches this year and inspired us with their enthusiasm and eagerness. BACON ACADEMY Twenty-five THE BACONIAN SMILES Mr. Howell—Make a sentence with the word ethics. Student—Every morning I ride to school in an ethics (Essex). Miss Cole after school (calling roll)— “Zenowitz.” Zenowitz—“I’m here in body only. My heart is outside.” Miss Cole—What is a pedagogue? G. Wasniewski—It’s a freak. Anna- -Poets are born, not made. George—It’s a mean thing to blame it on their parents. Miss Tiffany—My! but your hands are clean, Elsie. Elsie—Yes, but you should have seen them before I helped Lillie make bis- cuits. Miss O’Brien—What were the Euro- pean countries most interested in after the war? George—Making peace and burying, its dead soldiers. The baseball team says that there is no base like home. Miss O’Brien—What does this mearnr “King Alfonso was abdicated”? Levine—“He ain’t gonna reign no mo.” Singer—I am a born musician. A. Falk—How do you get that? Singer—My eyes are sharp and m r feet are flat. It’s all right for a girl to know her onions but not to eat them. It’s the little things that bother us; you can sit on a mountain—but not a tack. Anna—A penny for your thoughts. Gert—What do you think—I’m a slot machine? Schwartz—If “I am Happy when you’re Happy” is a fox-trot, and “When it's Springtime in the Rockies” is a waltz, what’s bred in Kentucky? Zenowitz—Ten cents a loaf. J. Ramras—Today, Miss O’Brien: asked a question and I was the only one who could answer it. Bochain—Oh yeah ? What was the question ? J. Ramras—“Who threw that piece of chalk at me?” BACON ACADEMY Twenty-six T H E BACONIAN Miss Cole—I pity the fish. Gregory—Why? Miss Cole—Just think of being caught on a hook, and pulled out of the water. Gregory—Served them right. If they had kept their mouths shut they never would have gotten into trouble. Cop—Say, where’s your license? Miss Donovan—This is a free wheel- ing car—I don’t need one. Johnnie—Are you afraid of dogs? George—Yes. Every time I eat one I get indigestion. The teachers think that if brains was a disease most of us would be in perfect health. Mike—Do you brush your teeth every morning ? Ike—Yes. Just before I go to bed. He—Does the banjo player play by ear? She—No, he uses a pick. If only Burbank could have lived to see how many gallons of orangeade one orange can make. Mr. Howell:—What would you do in case of fire? Swider—I would go for my civics book and see what the rules say. Eddie—My girl eats like a bird. George—Yes ? Eddie—Yes, a peck at a time. Miss Donovan—What did Caesar say when Brutus stabbed him ? Miss Stern—Ouch! 1st College Student-Have you a new roommate ? 2nd College Student—No, I bought this tie myself. Sign in restaurant window: Come in and eat or we will both starve. Krop (In Biology Class)—Mr. Howell, what has eighteen legs and catches flies? Mr. Howell (after a moment)—I don’t know, what is it? Krop—A baseball team. Man—Do you brush your teeth religi- ously ? Little Girl—Yes. Every Sunday. N A C A D E Twenty-seven B A C 0 M Y THE BACONIAN WHAT THE IDEAL SENIOR SHOULD HAVE: Sam Berman’s eyes Joseph Busel’s mathematical inclinations Rose Einhorn’s luck in love Hyman Falk’s track ability Beatrice Gitlin’s daintiness John Gregory’s musical talents David Levine’s athletic ability Sarah Levine’s modesty Edward O’Connor’s way with women John Popek’s good looks Dorothea Raymond’s domestic tendencies: Hyman Schwartz’s political influence Gertrude Seger’s literary ability Anna Sigal’s dramatic ability Charles Shailor’s blonde hair George WasneskFs sense of humor Fannie Wasneski’s personality John Zenowitz’s popularity David Wallack’s dimples We, the members of the class of 1931, deeply appreciate what the following ad- vertisers have done for us. It was through their readiness to co-operate with us that this publication of “The Baconian’’ has been made possible. We hope that they will be- justly compensated and that they will help future classes as readily as the.y have ours, so that every succeeding issue of “The Baconian” will be a success. «The reader may help us express our thanks by merely going through the adver- tisements and patronizing our benefactors whenever possible. WE THANK YOU. BACON ACADEMY Twenty-eight THE BACONIAN PATRONS Prin. N. C. Stickney J. Agranovitch J. Bailey E. Beebe G. Bosen E. T. Bunyan J. Dember S. Einhorn S. Friedman W. Gerhardt C. Howell Dr. E. J. Howland 0. Horwitz A. Jaffe Dr. C. E. Pendelton J. M. Riley J. Shapiro H. Smoklar Rev. H. H. Tompkins M. B. Woodmansee PATRONESSES Mrs. G. Bosen Mrs. J. Condren Miss S. B. ( utler Miss M. E. Donovan Miss S. Feldman Mrs. S. Freidman Mrs. A. Jaffe Mrs. F. Kopp Mrs. J. M. Lazinsk Miss A. A. O'Connell Miss J. O’Brien Mrs. T. S. Rathbun Mrs. W. K. Raymond Mrs. W. 0. Seyms Mrs. N. C. Stickney Miss A. Willard BACON ACADEMY Twenty-nine THE BA C 0 N I A N COMPLIMENTS OF’ COMPLIMENTS OF Kamin’s Soda Shoppe Miss Barbara Cole Look for the Red Front Building: near the Railroad Station for COMPLIMENTS OF F. Wood Co. I. Horwitz The 5c to S1.00 STOKE Colchester. Conn. Better Merchandise for Less Money Miss Sara B. Cutler Dist. Mgr. “Should it not be one of the chief functions of education to find the strands of meaning in our ceaseless web of doing and to teach us some purpose in our lives ? James Truslow Adams. The C. H. Norton Co. BACON ACADEMY Thirty THE BACONIAN COMPLIMENTS OF )n,aj ) ,,. Specialties For THE BUILDER BIRD’S ROOFING CROMAR OAK FLOORING INSULITE Quick service in COAL, LUMBER and MASONS’ MATERIALS BUILDERS’ HARDWARE and PAINTS Colchester Lumber : Coal Co. Phone 63 COLCHESTER. CONN. BACON ACADEMY Thirty-one THE BACONIAN L. Broder HAY GRAIN FEED SEED Groceries General Merchandise and Farm Machinery COAL LUMBER CEMENT Phone 70 Colchester, Conn Fisher Florist New London, Conn. Flowers for all occasions Orders taken at E. R. HOLMES, Druggist Colchester, Conn FEDERAL LAND HANK LOANS The Mortgage that fits the farm business Long Time Easy Payments 5 2 % Every Borrower a Booster See local Secretary-Treasurer Beatrice F. Gitlin Don’t Spend it All! Part of the money that you earn should be laid away. If you spend it all, somebody else will deposit and receive the benefits that you should have. Regular deposits in an Interest Account here will grow to thousands as the years go by. WE INVITE SMALL DEPOSITS WE PAY 5'.' INTEREST The East Hampton Bank Trust Co. EAST HAMPTON, CONN. BACON ACADEMY Thirty-two THE BACONIAN National Phone 65 “ADAMS” INSURANCE AGENCY If) South Main St.. 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