Bacon Academy - Baconian Yearbook (Colchester, CT)

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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

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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

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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