Bartlett High School - Chronicle Yearbook (Webster, MA)

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G- llbf-snaritnamlr 1e 3 flirrnonreitie 7, s. The History of the Class of 1933 Einstein's theory may seem amazing, but the ingenuity of the four score fresh- men who entered Bartlett High School in 1929 is one of the marvels of the twentieth century. We were the first freshman class to greet. the smiling new principal, Mr. Cyril C. Smith. It is no wonder that our beaming faces spurred him on to many important changes within the school. As usual the first day was spent in torture and agony. We could not find our home rooms or understand our schedules. We were puzzled, but soon became ac- customed to the daily routine, -participating in the new marshalling system instituted by Mr. Smith. Without waste of time we settled down to business. On Mar-ch 4, 1930 with Mr. Smith presi-ding, we held our first class meeting to elect officers. The successful candidates were president, Theodore Racicotg vice-president, Laval Leboeufg secre- tary, Gladys Waterhouse: treasurer, Beatrice Racicot. Due to our unusual promptness, we had two parties during the year. One was held in the afternoon, and the other in the evening. We will not discuss our dancing ability. The less said, the better. Would-be actors and actresses had an opportunity to show their talent when one English division, under the direction of Miss Oakes, presented a dramatization of Ivanhoe , Much to our regret we could not see the ending, for the period was too short. The good old summer approached, and our Freshman year was over. Each and every one hoped to return in the fall. Back we came as shining sophomores with more courage, energy, and ambition. A new method of naming class officers, similar to that employed in the election of town officials, was instituted. Frances Sczepanski was elected president, Josephine Danilowicz, vice-president: Lottie Demlbenski, secretaryg and Ada Seder, treasurer. 'The great event of the year was the selection of our class rings. Three designs were submitted to the class, upon which we voted intelligently, as usual, and chose the best ring ever owned by' any other sophomore class. The culinary talent that existed am-on.g the pretty damsels of the class was dis- played at .a food sale held in the Racicot Furniture Store. Were those sweets de- licious! Z It is reported that local physicians were very busy that night. This fact cannot be attributed to the food but to the subsequent excessive overeating, for the cakes could not be resisted. Ask Miss Oakes, who can give you definite proof. The eccentricity of the class was displayed when we all refused to associate or mingle with the unsophisticated, unrcserved, unscrupulous freshmen. Yes, we re- fused to -conduct a S-ophomore-Freshman party. The funds were to be preserved for a glorious Junior Prom the next year. Time and tide crept upon us, and our Sophomore year came to a close. Half of our high school career was ended. Eagerly we awaited the more glorious years that were to come. In 1931 we returned as Juniors, brown as Malays after basking in the sun all summer. Again Francis Sczepanski was elected -president with Francis Marchand, vice-president: Jennie Kubicki, secretaryg Gladys Waterhouse, treasurer. From the beginnin.g of the year we lived in mortal dread of the Hall'owe'en party given to us through the generosity of the Seniors. They arranged a splendid pro- gram including a compulsory visit through the Cave of Horrors. We poor Juniors shivered and shrieked, but, as a newspaper would .put it, we survived. During the year Miss Caldwell left our midst, and Miss Putnam replaced her. Our Junior Prom was by far the most oustan-ding affair ever held at Bartlett. We danced to the snappy rhythm of Herb Whitney's orchestra underneath the lavish decorations of blue and white, our class colors. Twelve 0'clock came much too soon, and left us with pleasant memories of our first formal affair. The days fled on the wings of time, and soon our Junior year was ended. We returned in 1932 to find ourselves assumin.g the role of Biartlett's most popular saying, Dignified Seniors. The expression gav-e us a thrill and still does. We tower over the Juniors as a skyscraper over an ant-hill. Again We elected our ever popular president, the calm, cool Francis Sczepanski, Other officers were Ralph Igl-owski, vice-pres-identg Jennie Kubicki, secretaryg and Gladys Waterhouse, treasurer. Several changes were made in the faculty. Miss Olive Baker replaced Miss Annie Wood, and Miss Lara Wheaton succeed-ed Miss Marion Bibber. The first .big event of our most important year was the Junior Initiation party And did we give them their share of fright! Ask any Junior, he knows.

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I G- lIl3ofliPtfltit,ieitGir 1Q 3 tinnonietn ., IZ, s. PEARL STONE Pearl is the young maiden with the 'big brown eyes who seems shy but conlirms the principle Don't judge a book by its cover. Those 'who are well acquainted with Perley know that she is brimming over with energy and enthusiasm. FRANCIS SZOSTAKOWSKI He has risen Romeo. When Three guesses Francis is a ladies' man who eats, talks, and dreams of girls. from the ranks of 'the bashful and now plays the haippy-go-lucky the teacher asks him .a question, he starts as if from a dream. whlat he's thinking -of! JOHN SZYNAL aimong which like John, we Bartlett's best John is a very quiet boy, 'but nevertheless he has his hobbies, are Ybaseball and track. If our school develops more trackmen shall soon be receiving tournament invitations. John is one of students, hits name ihaving been consistently on the honor roll. LUCILLE TOURT'ELLiOT'TE Lucille is a chuibby, quiet miss whose presence can be discerned only by an occasional giggle, Lwucille is of a domestic type, and we know that she is bound to secure pleasant ties in the future because of her sweet personality. GLAD YS WATERHOUSE Gladys' middle name begins with but no one has ever been able to find out what it is. However, we guess that it is B'usy, for she is the busiest girl in the class of '33. Gladys has shown her ability as a leader throughout her four years at B. H. S., and so the role she played in Pollyanna, wit-h which she delighted the entire audience, was no exception. EDWARD WATERS B'ud its an expert rtyipist and can rattle off a test in rec-ord time. Ed is interested in sports, especially basketball. With Standrowicz, Pepka, and Romanek, Bud can alfvways be found, generally engaged in a 'heated argument about baseball or boxing. VVILLIAM WAWRZYNIAK Billy is the quietest fellow in school. He is an interesting chap who is always reading. Bill intends to become an author and write books of his own. He is editor-in-chief of the Bartlett Boomer. NAOMIA WIL-LIS Naomia is, as a rule, one of the quieter seniors, but when it co-mes to dramatics she is right up on her toes. After graduation our petite brunette hopes to continue her Thespian studies. A member of the Dudley Grange, she is one of its loyal supporters. PETER WISNIEWSKI If your financial statements are like a jig saw puzzle to you, call Pete, who with his exact bookkeeping will soon straighten things out. To become a C. P. A. ic-ow punching artistl is his grea-t ambition. Well, good luck to you, Pete! EUGENIE ZAJAC Along with her twin sister, Naomia, Genie is an ar-dent member of the Dudley Grange. She adheres rigidly to the eighteen day diet, and rumor hints that she can often be seen weighing herself in the gym, hoping to overcome Old Avoirdupois. JENNIE ZALLA Jennie will always be remembered as the inimitable an-d popular cheerleader whose individuality and magnetic leadership made her the favorite of B. H. S. Nor does she confine her activities to cheerleaclingg for Jennie is very mu-ch interested in dramatics and' has taken part in several plays in addition to en- tertaining with vocal selections. Po-pular with all Bartlett students, she is not without her friends among the opposite sex. MARION ZENTG1RiAF STE Whenever an uncontrollable giggle is heard, all eyes turn toward Manney, one of the jolliest members of our class. lVlanney's wavy hair and constant, even disposition are well known by all her classmates and are the envy of all underclassmen. We hope that she will continue to smile her way through life, sulccessful in all things she attempts. PHEN ZIAK Zak is the midget of our class, who is always into mischief. Steve 'holds the record for being tardy in study hall the greatest num-ber of times during the year. He is a tyipist of rare ability.

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fic- lllivanarisnarsif 1Q 3 flliialiacrucbie Next followed the Thanksgiving day -football game. Southbridge received a worse trimming than the .luniors at the initiation. Bartlett defeated the spec- town by a score of 25-0. December 15 witnessed Pol1yunn:1, the most successful dramatization ever presented on the stage of the auditorium. Gladys Waterhouse played the role of Pollyanna with striking reality. The suppoiting cast was equally excellent. Another startling example of cur co-operation, which we handed down to suc- ceeding generations, was the founding of the Learn-to-Dance Club. Everyone in school has become Terpsichorean-miucled. One of the outstanding events of the year was the printing of a school paper. The Bartlett Boomer. Under the supervision of Miss Dorothy C. Baker and Wil- liam Wawrzyniak, managing editor, the business English class published a paper that has endeared itself to everyone's heart, and made the school one large happy family. And now the en-d is nighg but still we keep on breaking traditions. At our graduation, we are going to wear caps and gowns instead of the customary dress. Undoubtedly other classes will follow our example, for the costume is a very popular one. Future events are nct all within our scope. Some few we do foresee, however. There is a colorful group picnicing at Point Breeze, everyone enjoying himself to the utmost. It is Class Day, our last happy gathering before we disperse to the distant corners of the globe. Another scene appears before our mind's eye. Young men and women, wearing caps and gowns, are seated on the stage in the auditorium. Is it a college graduation? No, it is the class of 1933 establishing a new custom. Suddenly the solemn group undergoes a change. Caps and gowns are shed: they grow merry. They are dancing in the auditorium under a banner of blue and white. It is our Senior Reception. The time has com-e, and we must leave. After four happy years of accomplish- ment, the gates to the unknown have been thrown open to us. We leave regret- fully, but still our spirit will linger in these halls and classrooms. May our alma mater soon have occasion to be proud of her children! Historians: William Wawrzyniak Nellie Jablonski Lottie Dembenski. Adzeu The sun sets in the western sky, The time has come to say .goodbye To friends, who for the past four years, . Have shared our burdens, joys, and fears. Our school life here is at an end, With no more pleasant hours to spend Amid the youth of our tc-day Who know the meaning of fair play. The ladder of success is steep. No hesitation, not a. step to weep, Until We .reach the highest rung, VVhere we may hear our praises sung. Dear Bartlett High, goodby to you! We hope wefve given you all your due. We'll toil until we meet success, That leaids to years of happiness. Gladys B. XVaterhouse.