Brockton High School - Brocktonia Yearbook (Brockton, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1927 volume:

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Contributions should he written legibly on one side of the paper, and the name should be signed in full Qfor referencej. Subscriptions fand single copies, while they lastj may be obtained from the editor or from Dr. MacGregory. Copies mailed outside of city free of charge. Copies mailed within city at rate of 20 cents for four issues. PER YEAR, 451.00 - SINGLE COPIES, 35c. - GRADUATION ISSUE, 75c. Editor-in-Chief OLIVE W. LEONARD, '27 Acting Assistant Editor-in-Chief RICHARD LEACH, '28 Managing Editor RALPH DAVEY, '27 Art Editor I. LEO HENDRICKEN, '27 Exchange Editor MADELINE COTE, '27 Girls' Sports HELENE COFFEY, '28 Business Manager RICHARD ALLEN, '28 First Assistant Business Manager RALPH SPEAR, '28 Second Assistant Business Manager EBEN CHAPMAN, '29 Alumni Editor BARBARA DRAKE, '27 Boys' Sports DUDLEY DAVIDSON, '27 Humorous Editor MARIE DALEY, '27 ELIZABETH COI'I', '27 MARGERY AVERY, '29 RICHARD LEACH, '28 RICHARD HALL, '30 Treasurer Faculty Adviser ALBERT C. MacCvREGORY, Ph. D. HAROLD T. EATON ,ig Nw vii i s ,El ja org I xi-LJ ..fa HIM I , ij IQDITORIALS Page Dr. IVIacGre51ory. The Sportsman---Ifditor 6 The Inside S!ory7IisteIIe I3russeai1. '29 7 Onward to Silccessi--Rohert Tonis, '27 8 To Arms, Juniors-Class of IU28 9 SIQNIOR CLASS ,, , I-I CLASS POISM H Z0 CLASS ORATION 2-I CLASS ESSAY 20 MUSIC TOR CLASS ODIf 28 CLASS ODI2 ,, 29 LITIfRATURE The RuIer of Gods A 'cl NIenfAlice Ciiitdin, '28 31 The Lost .IcvveIYTheIina Heath, '27 32 The Vs'iII of Coda-Pearl Vw'ise, '27 , 33 My Journey to Mecca- Barbara Drake, '27 33 SKIYIACHIZS No Place Like Home7S. A. Davidson , 35 I Amcricano Italiano--Robert Tower, '27 , 35 Just Nature-S. A. Davidson ,, ,, , 37 TwiIightfAnna Banavich, 420 V VYVY Y 37 On XVearing New Shoes Sophie Urburlis, '27 38 An Ilmergency CJII for Groceries- '--, Margaret Gibson, '28 , 38 Suggestions for the Lunch Room--IVIichaeI Svirsky, '27 39 CLASS NOTES , ,,,, , 42 HIGH SCHOOL LOYALTY DAY 47 POIiT'S CORNER , , 49 ALUMNI NOTES , 50 EXCHANGES ,,,, Y 53 CLUB NOTISS ,, , 57 SPORTS 67 AUTOGRAPHS 80 JOKES 88 1 FM GWB .ls ,, ' I I U ALPHABETICAL LIST , f m ILLUSTRATIONS 8 L f.-ff' w-as. ...I QS. A. .. , I N.: my D , AFTER DINNER SPEAKING CLUB , AGRICULTURAL CLUB , ILLLLIILLILI ALPHA TAU DEBATING CLUB , BAND IILIILL , LILII ILLLL , , BASKETBALL FIRST TEAM , BASKETBALL SECOND TEAM , , BASRETBALLHSENIOR GIRLS' CLASS CHAMPIONS IIIII BROCKTONIA STAFF . . BUSINESS .ADMINISTRATION CLUB ,Q CAST OF THE MIKADOU ,, CAST OF THE SENIOR CLASS PLAY CLASS DAY OFFICERS LIIIL CLASS COMPOSER , , CLASS ESSAYIST CLASS ODIST CLASS ORATOR , CLASS POET CONGRESS DEQATING TEAM .. ,,,,,,..,.,. DRPQALBERT C. MacGREGORY DRAMATIC CLUB ,,.,,,,,. ,,,. ELECTRICAL CLUB , , EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FOOTBALL TEAM FRENCH CLUB ,, ,,,, GERMAN CLUB ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, GRADUATING CLASS ,,.. HEADS OF ACTIVITIES ,,,., , ,,,,,. ,,,,,,,,,,, , ,,,,,,,,,,,,I...,,,..., , ,, 'I HOCKEY TEAM-SENIOR GIRLS' CLASS CHAMPIONS ' OLD'HIGI-I SCHOOL ,,,,,,,,,,,,. ,I,,. ,,,..,. ,,,..,, ,,,, Q , ,,,,,.. . .,,, , , ORCHESTRA YY.., ,f,,.f,A.,,. ,......7,,A,.,, RELAY TEAM .,.,.........,. .. ..,,,, ...,,,,,. , SCENES FROM NEW BUILDING , SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS I.., SEWING CLUB ,, ,.,, Q. ,.,.., . STORY TELLING CLUB Page 44 78 , 46 34 68 ,, 70 , . 76 , 2 , , 48 54 ,,, 5 Z ,, , I0 ,, , 28 26 , ,, 28 ,, . 24 21 56 5 8 . I ,,,, 40 ,.,, 62 ,,,, I I ,,,, 66 64 . 60 ,,,, ,Facing I2 ,,,,,,,,,, 18 ,,,, 74 86 ,,,, 30 ,,,, 72 .,,, 87 , I 0 84 ,36 ,..J 4. 6 BROCKTONIA E ' t I ' 5 E ml- gg - Wx- S gil 1 Pg lit lllllllllllggv S ell . lt l mimi G 6 DR. lVlacGREGORY, THE SPORTSMAN UOne who never turned his back, but marched breast forward, Never doubted clouds would break, Never dreamed though right were worsted, wrong would triumph, Held we fall to rise, are baffled to light better, Sleep to wake. A heavy sultry sunshine streamed in through the window. Without warning, a loud boom of thunder broke the silence, then all was quiet: -again a seering, red flame Zigzagged across the leaden sky, a roar. a swift torrent of rain, and silence4off and on intermittently throughout the long gray afternoon. It was not a par- ticularly inspiring time in which to concentrate upon writing an editorial and our thoughts wandered distract- edly from one topic to another until they rested on a deeply calming sub- ject-Dr. MacGregory, the Sports- man. The Doctor does not have to dress in a scarlet red hunting coat, blow a curved horn, and ride to the hounds in order to be a sporstman. A sportsnzan of that kind might be an external one only with flaunting colors while the Doctor's sportsman- ship lies beneath the surface. Sports' manship is a subtle thing. The pos-- sessor of it has to weather storms of temper, periods of grim, heart-grip- ping tragedy, and struggle through moments of bleakest despair in order to acquire it. lt can neither be bought nor sold. It is one of life's sweetest possessions: in its absence one can never hope to become a friend to man. Yet, in the opinion of an audience including the most critical minds ol' any community, young students, Dr. MacGregory is a good sport, a pal Speaking in an enigmatical way, 'AWhy is he what he is? He is a sportsman because he has fought life's battles bravely, has struggled BROCKTONIA 7 from a young scientifical student in Germany to the mastership of a large well known high school, has become a friend to the teachers, and a com- rade to the students. To this comrade of the students we dedicate our last issue of Brock- tonia because he has this June com- pleted thirty years of service in our school, Thirty years is a long time. During it men are born and blossom to manhood, empires may crumble to dust or rise from the ashes. erect and ready to play a new part in the lottery of nations' fates, young sap- lings may become sturdy oaks, or huge trees be felled within that space of time. In thirty years we members of the graduating class may have be- come ministers or convicts, thrifty business men or unscrupulous trick- stersf-anything is possible. Dur- ing the best and most productive years of his life, Dr. MacGregory has served our school, helping to hew and fashion the young manhood and womanhood which comes under his care into courageous, clean-minded citizens. Hundreds of young men and women either out in the world today toiling at books or labor, or in our own high school going through the years of the forma- tion of character, including our Sen- ior class on the threshold of the busy work-a-day life have been influenced by his finely lived life. The thunder storm is over now. A cool freshness pervades the room. The wet, sparkling grass tempts the feathered robins to search for food. The calmness and dimness of early twilight is falling as we write, with eyes straining a little in the gathering dusk. Thirty years has Dr. Mac- Gregory served our school as a sports- man. May he be with us many more! Editor. THE INSIDE STORY During the entire hectic football season, the local newspapers continu- ally kept B. H. S, in the spotlight, commenting about its conduct on the gridiron. Our victorious basketball quintet certainly received its just portion of publicity, while our track and de- bating teams, as well as other school activities were duly kept before the public eye. But would we welcome the spot- light upon the inner occurrences upon those trivial, seemingly un- important matters known only to teachers and pupils? Little things such as: a whispered word in the corridors, a few minutes of a study period passed in vaguely gazing around the room, unnecessary trips to the pencil-sharpener, may seem insignificant, and of little conse- quence. Yet, these selfsame things, taken together, are of great import. They constitute a moral sense of honor, a school spirit, a reputation. Apart from athletic champion- ships, shouldn't we like to have the reputation of being the best High School in the state? Up to the pres- ent time, our standard has been car- ried loftily, without any ignominous descent. Why shouldn't we all take a part in keeping it where it is? Estelle. Brusseau, '29. A CATALOGUE e OF BIRTHSTONES For laundresses, the soapstone: for diplomats, the boundary stone: for architects. the cornerstone: for cooks. the puddingstone: for sugar dealers. sandstone: for taxi drivers, the mile- stone: for grouches, the bluestone: for lrishmen, the Blarney stone: for bor- rowers, the touchstone: for pedes- trians, the paving stone: for brokers, the curbstone: for shoemakers, the cobblestone: for burglars. the key- stone: for tourists, the Yellow-stone: for beauties, the peachstone: for geniuses, the tombstone: and for most of us the grindstone. Exchange. +A LT, BROCKTONIA ONWARD TO SUCCESS The hour of departure has arrived, Seniors, and we must leave dear old Brockton High School, where we have now completed our four short years. Truly, it was not so very long ago that we entered the school as Hrst-year students. During that probation year, school-life and school-spirit did not mean a great deal to us, as we were considered mere children . We frequently lost our way in the cor- ridors, and survived many other slightly distressing incidents, such as occur in the life of the average pupil. Growing older and wiser, the class members became organized, and everyone assumed a more enthusiastic attitude toward the various activities, attended social events, and, in general, felt better acquainted with the school and its routine. As Juniors, we be- came still more progressive, and pushed forward until we reached the point which is the goal of every low- er-classman: our senior year. As Seniors, we hope that we have set worthy examples for others to fol- low. After pleasant years of comrade- ship, it is no easy task to separate. But in spite of regret at the severing of ties of friendship, we must not falter in our progress. It is incum- bent upon each one of us to 'lcarry on , with added zest, and ever keep in mind our motto, ONWARD TO SUCCESS . We have been highly indebted, this past year, to our faithful teach- ers, and especially to our new head- master, Mr. Rye, whose kindly guid- ance and ready helpfulness have solved many of our problems. Let no one of us leave without shaking his hand, and wishing him the best of success in the years to come! Robert Tonis, '27. BROCKTONIA TO ARMS, JUNIORS! INQQQQGI Juniors! The call has come! We are standing on the threshold of a new period in our lives. It has be- come our privilege to assume the lead- ership of the Brockton High School. We can do it! Let us square our shoulders, step into the place left vacant by our Senior friends, and show the world that the class of l928 does not lack initiative and ability! May it be said, when our turn comes next year, that we were the finest class ever graduated from B. H. S. Remember our class motto: Best, Highest, Sincerestf' Let us strive to emulate the splen- did example set before us by those leaving us today. Not only must we take up our new responsibilities in a worthy manner. but, also we must exercise our influence among the low- er classmen, inspiring them to follow our example. To our friends, the Seniors, we offer our best wishes for good fortune and happiness in the future. They deserve great commendation for their work. Their memories will always be enshrined in the hearts of their lower class mates. May their careers be prosperous! Class of l928, President, Edward Farley. Vice President. Ruth Bolling, Secretary, Dorothy Cooper, Treasurer, George Keith. l 1 I 4.1 4 B R O C K T O N 1 A Svminr Glleum Gbffirvrz, 1927 ROBERT TONIS ROSAMOND F. SINCLAIR President Vice-Prcsid ELIZABETH E. COPP DONALD J. SMITH Sccrctary Treasurer BROCKTONIA Exerutiuv Gnmmitter HELEN A. FOGG LESTER T. MORRILL TIIELMA A. HEATH THEODORE s. DAVIS N MARIE A. DALEY 4.1 2 BR CK ONI Uhr Grahnating Gilman nf 1927 B R O C K T O N I A 13 1 W Q? QQ? Gbnnmrh In Smrrraz Y 1 + 4.J l l l A i l i L+ +7-vi l4 BROCKTONIA illiemhera uf the Seuinr Gllaem an p unit the upitapliz In he Jlnerriheh Gbn Elheir Unmhatnnea INQLGLMI Anderson, Emily E. i'Preferred Stock. Anderson, Gladys E. A teller of tales QAnderson's Fairy Storiesrfever heard of them?j. Archibald, Alice A. Sweet Alice Ben Bolt. Ashley, Doris F. Test tubes! She breaks them by the dozen. Atwood, Doris M. Blue is becoming. Auger, Eleanor M. Everything 'augurs' well for Eleanor. Baker, Edna M. Laughter is a most healthful exer- tion, Baker, Pauline M. If she were only a boy. Baker, Ruth P. No, I've never had any of her cooking, Yet-T- Banavich, Mary E. She sits high in all the people's hearts. Barker, Esther G. A fair exterior is a good recom- mendationf' Barrows, Nannie M. Ever true blue. Barry, Frances M. Going up! Some jumper. Belastock, Mary. Nifty and thrifty. Bird, Miriam L. She means what she says. Bird, Virginia A. Le petit oiseauf' Black, Doris E. Who wouldn't want a secretary like her? Blanchard, Pearl L. A luminous pearl. Bolotin, Ida R. When she's not otherwise, shes quiet! Bowen, Isabelle L. The belle of the ball. Brackett, Geneva M. Does silence 'mean consent? Speak up. Geneva! Bridgeo, Marjorie H. Good humor is the sunsh'n: of the mind. Bromley, Winifred E. i'Winnie Winklef' Brooks, Ethel F, How big is her Recess Dance part- ner? So big! Brown, Rose. Ambition galore, Brown, Ruth E. If I had a girl like you- -- Burke, Lena C. Our little gossip, Burns, Laura A. Somebody's Stenogf' Callahan, Alice L. Smiling Thru'. Campbell, Georgia E. Too sweet for Brockton: goes big in Fall River. Cannon, Amelia M. Lady Hamaline. Read Dur- ward to enjoy this. Carroll, Mary M. Little, but oh! my. Centrella, Egina. The lady of the well informed. Informed? Chase, Sallie B. Easy on the eyes. Ciampa, Amelia S. She couldn't get arrested for talking too much. Clancy. Gertrude M. Three guesses, what am I? Clapp, Barbara E. Two friends7A. D. and B. C. Clement, Mary E. Oh, my darling Clementina! Cohen, Bessie CAD. The girl with the big heart. Cohen, Bessie Giggles Connolly. Mary L. My XVild Irish Rose. Cooper, Sarah Z, What does the Z stand for, Sarah? Ziegfield? Copp, Elizabeth E. His Secretary. Cote, Madeleine W. She may never have millions but she's sure got some Jack, Covell, Rena M. Short and sweet. Curry, Lois C. Where there's fun. th:re's 'Bob'. Dahlborg, Hazel L. Mike and Ike, they look alike. Daley, Marie A, Blue skies shine for Marie. Dantono, Emelinda. The mildest manners and th' gentlest heart, Davis, Ruth I-I. The artist. DeLaKoski, Eldora E. Hey, Eddie! Dennehy. Kathryn A. Her mother was Galli-Curci and her father John M'Cormack. Donnelly. Alice I. 0 Captain. My Captafnm Dorn, Minnie L. Granny doesn't know what the younger generation is a-coming to. Drake, Barbara C. A'She casts a long shadow, but no one hides when he sees it coming, Driscoll, Helen M. Goodness is the only investment that never fails. Dubois, Beatrice G. Good things come in small packages. Dunbar, Alice B, She and Virgil are great pals. Dunham, Barbara E. Rugged Waters. Nuff ted. Dwyer, Dorothy C. Kid Giggles. Eklund, Irene E. Slow but sure. Ellis, Amy H. The inspiration for the talking machine. Elzbut, Bronislaw E. 3 P's, pretty, punctual, and persistent. Emord, Bernice M. One of the Gold Dust Twins. Fine, Beatrice S, Someday she'll be an actress. Finley, Glenna R. How's your twin, Glenna! Fixman, Bessie B. She'll fix them all right. Flanagan, Helen M. 'Nother athlete. Flint, Doris A, Cute and neat. Fogg, Helen A, After Helen, came the fog, Ford, Grace M. Lunch checks. please! Fort, Marion. Good-bye, Alpha Tau. Fosdick, Irene E. You've seen Sally and Mary, well, you should see Irene. Foye, Dorothy F. Happy-go-lucky, That's me! Foye, Muriel S. Miss Information. Fregeau, Edna A. Silence is golden. Gerry, Lily. Earnestness and sincerity are synonym- ous. ' Giardino, Evelyn M. The Silent Saleswomanf' Glasman. Rose, A persuasive debaterf' Glover, Mary E. 'AA good B. H. S. now! Let's go! Gorton, Dorothy P. Prominent in the Secession Move- ment. Goudey, Dorothy R. Someday she'll be a dentist. Goulet, Doris Y. Her looks speak louder than words. Grinnell, Margaret E. Collegiate Rah! Rah! Grothe, Ruth M. Her eyes talk for her. Guarino, Philomena. The StenogfJust like Cam O'Flage. Gullefer, Alice B. -She wouldn't hurt your feelings for anything. Hall, Miriam T. Drink to me only with thine eyes-7 Hallberg, Viola L. A little bit of Sweden. Hardie. Helen P. Such heavenly eyes. She's an angel. Hartwvegl, Dorothy R. She's got a good Hart but f ell- 4' Heath, Thelma A. Buck 'em Cowboy! Hedin, Doris A. We envy her expressive eyes. ruby lips, and marvel at her charms. Hedin, Myrtle A. Such a blonde and such popu- larityf' Higgins, Mary. But O, she dances such a way! Hilliard, Carrie B. Silence is more eloquent than words, Hogan, Catherine T. She raises a mighty racket fracquetjf' Holmes. Gertrude M, No relation to Sherlock. Hunt. Dorothy VJ. She's too sweet for words. Hurwitz. Polly. Laugh and the world laughs with you. Irving. Dorothy M. The poet laureate of IV D. Irving, Lois E. Better get a rabbit's foot, Lois! Jenkins, Dorothy B. And she's a prize Sunday School scholar! Jones, Alice A. One of the many. Kadishevitz, Celia. What personality will do. Katz, Sarlie II. Five feet two r- - a BROCKTONIA l5 Keefe, Marjorie V. Somersault Sue. Keene, Alice E. Longfellow's 'grave Alice'. Keith, Marion L. 'Tis the loveliest hair in the world. Kelleher, Ellen F. How near to good is fairl Kelleher, Grace C. Beauty, devoid of Grace, is a mere hook without the bait. Kempton, Elizabeth E. Sentimentally I posed to harmony, but organically I am of a tune. Kempton, Marjorie F. As a musician she wins the fur-lined toothpick. King, Dorothy M. A King should be a King in all things. Kinnear, Helen M. Red Heads Preferred. Kramer, Ethel A. Hollywood awaits her, Krock, Dora. Our Lady-in-Waiting. Kronquist, Ruth L. And 'Along Came Ruthl' Lacount, Ethel G, Not much talkfa gr.a: sweet silence. LaPlante. Agnes ,R. The name Agnes means chaste and pure. Watch out! Larkin. Teresa J. One out of a thousand who hasnt 'bobbed'. Lawson, Ruth M. Another blonde. Lazarus, Janet. She's sweet, simple, and girlish. Leary, Louise A. The farrnerette. She says she's go- ing to raise chickens. Leonard, Doris E. Ja, sie spricht das Deutsch! Leonard, Eileen M. She knows a lot, that girl! Leonard. Marie C. Private sincerity is a public wel- fare. Leonard. Olive W. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! LeVangie, Irene E. Her name stands for peace. Lewis, Helen F. The gentleness of all th: gods go with her. Lind, Gertrude E. Have you anything you want what is am dis- incapable sewed? Lindquist, Elsie A. She likes Jim. Who? Well, Gymnasium. Lindquist, Sybil A. The flying angel. Littledeld, Doris M. If there were one more, there would be triplets. Littlefield, Dorothy E. The blonde that the boys call preferred. Lounge, Doris M. Some skater! Ask Highland Park. Lucey. Helen G. The power of gentleness is irr.- sistib1e. Lyons, Helen. Watch for the news of her ilop.- menr with a young Swedish prince. MacDonald, Doris M. How's the camp, Dot? MacDonald, Frances V. Not the Gym teacher. Madigan, Irene M. Our chorus and follies lady. Maguire. Lillian M. Our'Lily of the Valley. Martin. Doris R. Our favorite actress. Marvill. Alice F. The quiet little miss. Maver, Elizabeth M. Why drug stores faIl. Max, Edith M. Another blonde with a winning smile. Maxwell, Louise. A 'Maxwell' for sp:ed. McCarthy, Margaret R. 'iA.constant friend. McEvoy, Virginia R. I knew by the smile that so gracefully curled, that 'Ginny' was sittin' on the top of the world. McKenney, Elizabeth R. Economics Bound. McMahon, Margaret M. You'll delight in being sick if you have Margaret for the nurse. Miller, Charlotte M. Always on the job. Miller, Rose. I'd walk a mile lor a Rose. Minerva, Angelina. A miss to be remembered aw faithful to the books. Mitchell, Rhoda E. HK. Severse's 'stcady'. Morse, Ruth E. The Solitary Horsewomanf' MullinS,iElizabeth A. Wimmen's Winning Ways. Naves, Margaret J. The ace, king. and queen are higher. Nelson, Lillian H. is Lillian. Nelson, Viola L. Q ' . . y. Nobel, Florence M. We hear that she is engagedfto what--Florence--housework?' Montello Rose. Always trust a girl whose name uiet but oh' m Norton. Ellen B. Oddie, Florence A. Odd only in name. O'Donnell, Gertrude A. Does your father own the playground? Oksas, Amelia M. Ditto to Elizabeth Robinson's epitaphf' Oquist, Mildred G. Her glittering tresses shaken loose shower gold. ' O'Rourke, Ellen. The girl with the rontagious laugh. Ortendahl, Greta I. Because of close resemblance, Greta Garbo is named after her. x Papouleas, Sophie. Sophie stands for wisdom. How about it? Peabody, Elizabeth S. Where's your waistline. Bettina? Pearl, Verna L. A gem of purest ray serene. Peck, Ruth B. My brother saysf- Peterson, Corinne L. Which is which? Peterson, Edith C. The Miss Brockton High School. Peterson, Maxine W. Which is which? Pettigrove, Margaret H. I wonder if she was the cause of 'Peg O' My Heart'. Phipps, Mae A. Your initials will bring you a rich husband. Pitcher, Elizabeth. Little pitchers Polinsky, Goldie. There is gold in thy nature as well as in thy name. Polinsky, Sadie. Dinner is ready! Powers, Helena M. Do you like haunted houses. Helena? Powers. Winifred A, Power is the queen of th: world. Procopio, Ilda M. A plugger and a worthy one. Prout, M. Alice. Alice Where Art Thou? Purdy, Irene M. Margie's the only girl for me. Rankin, Ethel L. Rankin' high. Reardon, Beatrice A. A prodigy from 'Green Street'. Reardon, Evelyn T. And they call her 'Eve'. Reuell, Catharine E. Kat by name but not by nature. Reynolds, Phyllis M. Care to our coffin adds a nail. .no doubt: and every grin, so merry, draws one out. Richardson, Sara M. Whcre'd ya git the foot ball, Saa-ra? Richman, Dorothy E. Bring on the 'Whos Who'. Ripley. Barbara E. O Captain! My Captain! Roach, Gladys C. Have you a little saxaphone in your home? Robinson, M. Elizabeth. A studious student ,wgho studies studiously. r ' Robinson, Evelyn H. Dear Evelinaf' Roche, Ilene R. She observes rather than participates. Your country needs you. Ilene. Sampson, Marforie M. The strong woman. Sarti, Inez A. She travels with her eyes. Satkus, Stephanie S. OhI how she can blush. Severse, Katherine A. I'll bite. What is it? Shaiughnessy, Madeline M. A square 'Peg' in a square oe. Sheehan, Edith R. Pleasure stands for your name. Edith, Shurtlelf, Dorothy M. Rise, please. Shurtlelf, Ruth L. The girl with the winsome smile. Sinclair, Rosamond F. She may be a Vice, but Q doesn't care. Sinclair, Shirley M. The early bird catches the worm. Sinkevicz. Margaret V. When you and I were young, Maggie-T Slye. Helen I. Bonnie brown eyes are the eyes for me. Smith, May O. The 'Sheba' in disguise. Smith, Nina M. Your move. Two seats in. please. Snow, Madeleine L. I ask you confidentially, 'Ain't she sweet?' Snyder. Minnie F. The tailor-made girl. Sorgman, Jeannette D. Silence is bliss so Miss P. thinks. Spear, Arlene M. Go to sleep, Lena, darling. Stack, Anna T. The song bird. Stedman, Rosamond G. She moves a goddess. and she looks a queen. Stone, Pearle. One of the jewels. Sweeney. Geraldine W. Just 'Jerry' to all. Sylvester, Olive C. The peach of the olive branch. Thomson, Janet G. Sister to John? Oh. yes! Tighe, Hazel L. Witch Hazel do I want? Thornton. Bessie A. There's only one 'Tho 'n' in each 'Ton' of sweetness. Twohig. Julia M. The historian is a prophet look- ing backward. Upton. Edna M. The cowgirl. Urburtis, Sophie E. High soprano! VanGould, Lillian. You've seen her with all the rest of the 'sweets' at the Brockton Theatre. Vigneron. Jeannette M. Elle est tres chic, nest-ce-pas? Warren, Cynthia M. To think that Alpha Tau missed you. XVatts, Eleanor. Sweet Briar from the Dale. Wheeler, Cynthia B. A hock-hock-hockey player. Wight, Dulcina B. When stenography is not taught. Dulcina will give up. Wilbar, Olive H. Diligently working onward. Vllilder. Bertha E. The wearer of the red mic. Williams. Evelyn L. Always the same. XVise, Pearl B. The other jewel. 16 BROCKTONIA A Wood, Helen F. A chip off the old block. Wright, Sybil L. Right is as Wright does. Zarkofski, Catherine H. Lonesome? No, she has -. Abraczinsky, Edward, Abie's Irish Rose. Adams, Charles J. Everything is roses to 'Charlie. My Darling'. Adams, John. Quite Ahoy as a high jumper. Adomaitis. Alexander. The 'dancing kid' from Mon- tello. Allen. Russell W. Some artist! Alsapiedi, Raymond J. Alcihiades has nothing on OU. Ansderson, Arnold. Another fairy tale. Anderson, Axel W. From the wilds of Campello. Anglim, William J. He knows his 'groceries'. Bakutis, Walter S. Silence is bliss. Baldwin, Jack E. Such a memory that boy has for dates. CGuess again--history.D Bangs, Albert J. It must be 'slickum'. Barry, Edmund L. You've got the cutest-1 Batson, Adrian A. The boy from the lumber yard. Beals, Horace W. You should see him in his uni- form! Bendell, Ernest H. A man in earnest finds means. There's one in every home. Beneduci, George. Benson, Eldon O. And the band played on. Berger, Ernest J. He and Cicero couldn't agree, Berglund, John M. Do you always get your lunch at recess, John? . Bergstedt, Carl. Giddap! Whoa! Want a ride? Get in. Gaddap! etc. Bird, Walter J. A dimple in the chin means the very Nick within. Biszakis, Michael. The blonde from Field Street. Black. William S. He comes from the bank. Blanchard, Roger W. Too bad Roger's voice changed, Galli Curci has no rival. Bohlin, Roy A. He's O. K. Boisseau, Albert J. You Acan tell him all right. Boland, John P. 'I Love You' sung to the tune of 'That Red Haired Girl'. Bolies, Kenneth R. A 'shark' but far from being a book worm. Bowman, Sherwood. He's the bum. bum. bum of the orchestra. Brown, Eugene. Mr. Wigren's 'Helpful Henry'! Bryant, Wellington E. He has no time for foolish- ments. Buck, Clayton W. Buck 'em, Rough Rider! Buckley, Frank. Frank has no rivals when it comes to French lovers. Buckley, Robert R. Earnestness is the salt of elo- quencef' Bumpus, Ralph G. Speech is silver, but silence is golden. Bunten. John F. Step on it. Chief! Burke. Alexander F. We are glad Burke enjoys his Counciliation, we don't. Burrell, Winston F. Paul Whiteman had better look out. Burrill, Roger H. Yum! Yum! Vine Street. Cameron, Elmer C. We treat the girls all right. Campbell, Walter E. Desert Soup. Campion, William F. A friend worth having. Celia, Frank A. Tailor made man. Chisholm, Bradshaw. Good old Tim, he means Well. Churzhill, Norman E. The lion tamer. Ciavarra. Paul. My fiddle and I. Clark, Howard L. Curly hair, parted in the middle, large, bright eyesfwhat shall we call him? Na- poleon, the Great. Clifford. Christopher J. Not one of those who adver- tise themselves. Clifford, Frederick T. Another mathematical 'shark'. Cohen, Morris. Rafkin's shadow. Copeland, Earl B. A lover of the simple life, a tiller of the soil. Corcoran, John F. Scandal? Tell it to Tfmes boy. Corkum, F. Gordon. '.'Auburn-haired, but cool and collected. Cox, Stuagt M, What do you get from the Old Man. Stew? Cralise, Edward H. The-young violinist. Creeden, Joseph V, One of the three horsemen of Room 27. Creeden, Robert S, Another one of the 1-harming Creedensf' Dahlstrom, Arnold R. Thine eyes have told me so. Dalton, Kenneth G. Another good thing that came in a small package. Davey. Ralph H.. Jr. Well, where is she. Snatch? Davidson, Dudley H. XVhf-n he drinks some ginger ale, it trickles down the long. long trail, Davis. Fred A. The cowboy. Horses. horses, horses. Ted's making a collection of Please leave them in Room 28. Davis, Theodore S. college catalogues, DePasl?ua. Joseph. As if there could be another such as el DeQuoy, Alfred W. Dinneen, William M. go? Donnelly, John F. Is it weakness of intellect, Birdie? I cried. Driscoll, Charles M. Drohan, Thomas S. Duksta, Felix S, beat the hare. Dunnington, George B. The 'strawberry blonde' of Room 21. Edic, Theodore C. Barnum was right. Our big bet for the presidency. What time does the 3.30 car The speed king, Cicero has nothing on this one. He stands a chance-the tortoise Ellis, Harold F. Epstein. Nathan, Ethier, Alfred F. 'ether'. Eudaco. Vincent orator. Farnham, Alan W. Fenn, Norman, the trombonejf' Finkle, Hyman. He's a Mellin's Food baby. His talents aren't appreciated. Ask Sweet Sixteen. Speaking of Valentino, He appears as though he had taken W. Once an orator. always an Known as 'Dusty'. Blow, bugle. blow fbut don't outdo Flynn, Austin L. Jimmy Hayden what he can do. , Ford, Francis J. Leaping Lena. ' Ford, Leslie C, The serious little fellow with intelli- gence unsurpassed. Frasier. Albert M, How many sheiks are there in B. H. S. anyway? Gerry, Eugene B, Star of the railroad track. Godfrey, Ernest. A would-be sheik. Golf, Kenneth B. Kenneth-a leader and commander. Guston, G. Bertil. Straightforward and manly. Hamilton, Edward. The fullback. Harris, Earl B, fAt the basket ball game? Singing, 'Ohl How I Miss You Tonite'. Hayes. Leo. Too much study 'ain't' good for youngsters. ' Hayward. Edward C. Top of the morning, old fellah!'f Hejduk, Ernest F, The 'kid' from out West. Hendricken, John L, We can't' say enough for his work on 'Brocktonia'. Hodge, F. Eldred, The coming Edison. , Hyde. 'John. No one hides when he sees John's com- ing. Hymoff, Joseph. He's a jolly good fellow. Irving- David C. Some brother, Lo! Johnson, Alden W. He has a few buttons missing. Johnson, Raymond E. If in doubt, go to Raymond's. Kaplan. Nathan. The Steinnertz of IV E. Kastantin, Julius. Another horsemanf' Kelleher, Joseph Justin. He's never been to Holland, but he's always in Dutch. Kelleher, Raymond J. Ray aspires to be in the Big Leagues. Kendrick, Richard. Some basket ball player, Dick! Kenney, George J. Oh! let George do it. Kianski, Alexander, Ever heard of Al Kane's orches- ltra? He's the leader. A Killory, Francis J. Some folks have all the luck1 , Knswles, Elvin E. I know Knowles knows a great ea . ' ' Kovner. Joseph. The one in our class we'think most likely to succeed. f Larner, George S, A bashful one is he. Lavigne, Francis E. Frank and earnest. Lawson, Eldon A. Long may he live. lendh, Alton J. A clever, coaching captain. Levin. David. Music is his dish. Almost as good as Mellie Dunham. Lindberg, Warren H. A drug-store cowboy. Littleneld. Sumner W. We know you, Sumner! Lundin, Arthur R. It is tranquil people who accomp- lish much. Ma'Donald. Donald. Sleep'Was made for such. Madden. Thomas B. The boy that closes the door in MacDonald. Lloyd. The sheik of 26B. the morning Cschool's front doorH, Manning. Urban W. He has a dignified name but- Mansbach, Dalva I. Tarzan humanized. Marsh, Gordon B. A twin hero. MfEntee, Thomas F. 'Kid Speed' with a Ford. McGrath, Fred D. Full of wim. wigor. and witality. He'll be some salesman! Melevsky, Wladyslof, Our friend from Hollywood. Merrikin. Albert E, There seems a life in hair, 'though it be dr-ad. Metcalf, John William, Jr. Daddy l.nnglcgs. X xx BROCKTONIA 17 Metcalf. William R. Do you know Bill? XVho doesnt? Meurling, Alfred R, How's the world using you, Micky? Mishkinis, Michael. A dainty, demure little lad. Monahan, John F. His pass word is 'ain't'! Montibello, Cincinnati. Monti sure has no rival when it comes to themes. Mooney, Kenneth H. Mooney and modest. Morrill, Lester T. Still at it, Let? Morse, Ernest W. Quiet and retiring. Morse, John H, The woman hater?? Mosher. Olin R. He is known to all as 'Dusky'. Moynihan. Edward J. Santa Claus must be a Dart- mouth graduate. How's the green sweater? Moynihan, Joseph P. Above all. Murphy. Francis M. Furniture is brittle, Frank. Murphy. James F. Many a think he thunksf' Nason, Ralph A. Zee artiste! Nelson, Raymond. The demon with the fiery breath. Newquist, Carl K. He thinks 'alcohol' is a ball room. Newsom, John. Ichabod Crane's only rival. Newton, Howard. He would make a good 'official bouncer'. Nute, Roy L. Some boy is Roy! O'Connell. Philip He should be class orator. O'Donnell. John E. A Spanish 'shark'. Olson, Harold. Ask, Olson! O'Neill, Albert J. i'There's an old saying that angels write, but demons print. O'Sullivan, John J. The mathematical wizard. Palmer, Edward A. One foot planted on firm rock: the other pointing to the sky. Palmiero, Albert J. The Beau Brummel of IV C. Papazian, Kegham P. Pat gets there just the same with a 'Rebound'. Parisi, Vincent. The Moonlight Serenaderf' Pelosi, Victor. The brains of the Scene Shifters Union of B. H. S. Peterson. Fred VJ. Many a smile he smolef' Peterson, Howard R. The answer to a 'maiden's prayer'. Poirier, Joseph R. Quite rapid, eh? Porter, Bassett C. His pet name is 'Charlie Tobby'. Pratt, Os:ar R. The farmer from Cary Hill. Prince, Z. Edmund. And many a wink h. wunk. Prossin, John M. Neither a borrower nor a lender he. Rafkin. Barney. The fourth musketeer. Rankin. Morris. 'iOur soap-box oratorf' Reagan, Lawrence H. Actors are born, not made. Reardon, NVilliam F. He may be left-handed, but he's never left out. Riordan, Joseph P. The three R's- -Rough and Ready Riordan. Riordan, Roger F. l'Milton Sills had better look to his laurels, Ro:kwell. NVentworth G. The other Gold Dust Twin. Roland, Charles E. Right mudguard on the football team. ' Rosen, Hascal. The orator from Room ZZ. Rosen, William. Our 'Little Lord Fauntleroy'. Sampson, Kenneth E. A gentleman makes no noise. Shcaley, Thomas J. The remaining :hird of the horse- men in Room Z7. Sheehan. Francis Joseph. The runner from Stoughton - f-ask him about it. Sheehan, Melvin D, Rudolph's successor. Sheehan, Ralph J. Never taxed for speech. Sheehan. Thomas B. Eating is an indoor sport, not a necessity. Sheridan, John J. And Avon is only twenty miles away. Slavine, Paul. VJho's all right? He's all right, Melvin L. Quiet in the class room, but Smalley, oh! in the band. Smalukas, Vincent. Calm and collected. Smetonis, Alphonse. Just talking to myself. Smith, Donald J. His good humor all of us recall, Smith, LeBaron J. There are a million of 'em but not one like you, Smolensky, Henry. Ain't he sweet? Spadsa Frank P. Mr. Staff lost a bright prospect in Frank, Keep off the Tech floorY Stevens, Richard L. Dick is always right there, Stewart, Ralph M. Short7but long in the jump. Stewart, William M. We hear your name is 'Plam- ing Youth'? Strobeck, Eldon H. Guilty or not guilty! Svirsky, Michael P. A blooming young author Knot idiotlf' Swanson, Paul L. The b0Y with the brauty soot, Sylvester Harold P. Which one is it, Harold? Taylor, Earl M. Another Taylor-made man. Thompson, John H, All the great are dying and I'm not feeling well. Tonis, Robert. I don't play. I only scratch. ' Tower. Robert XV. He blows a mighty blast! Turner, Ellsworth H. Me and Edison stick together. Ulson, Kenneth E. Kenneth must have been vaccinated with a victrola needle. Varjabedian, Aram. I envy your curls! Walsh, Joseph P. Put him in overalls and you'll have Huck Finn. XVarner. Emery T. XVhen he does a thing he does it well, but what he does we'll never tell. Vfashburn, Wallace T. How's the marcel? Weatherbee, Lawrence R. His residence is in Mass. but his affections are in Virginia. XVebb, Jack A. Paddlin' Madeleine.Home. Werner, Folke C. Just a nice, little 'fella'. Westgate, Horace E. New Yawk is the place for me. Williams, Herbert J., Jr. i'GracfePiousf Williams, Ralph J. He makes doughnuts Without holes. Young, H. Bruce. We belong to the Rainbow GirlsY Young, Ernest T. U, C. Smiths successor. Young. Ralph L. Why banks are su:cessful. Youngstrom, Wallace L. He owes a great debt tis Henry Ford. Zarrella, Elliot L. There's something doing from , seven to eleven. linkevicz, John. Some dancer, I'll say. A SOPHOMORE TELLS HOW TO RUN THE SCHOOL If I could have my way about running this school, I would have it begin at nine o'clock in the morning and close at twelve-thirty. A half hour would be required for lunch. In my model school there would be one important thing-no home les- sons. We Would have a vacation after every three weeks to insure per- fect health. The summer vacation would start the last of April and end the last of October. When we came to school in the morning, we would make an outline of what we wanted to do that day, the program being something like this: the first two periods, Gym: the second two, study periods, and the last two, drawing or something not requiringa great deal of mental effort. Once in a while we would have the regular studies. C. A., '29. Teacher: Miss G- please take the next sentence, and next and next. Miss G- Creading from bookj: i'Slow up, please. First Tommy: And what are the Ides of March? Second Tommy: 'iThe Ides of March? They must be the skin of March 'aresf' 4 BROCKTONIA 19 0112155 Bag Gbffirrra DOROTHY FOYE ROGER BURRILL JULIA TWOHIG Prophet Prophet Prophet MARIE DALEY THELMA HEATH Prophct Prophet DONALD SMITH Historian BARBARA DRAKE HAROLD OLSON ELIZABETH KEMPTON Historian Historian A Historian N w , 4 , 1 L1 BROCKTONIA Eli R BARBARA C DRAKE Cflass Poet Lilzwn 1Bnvn1 Bright Dawn awoke me on a glorious day: There, at my side, the Spirit called Youth stood, Attired in heavenly raiment shining bright. Witlu hand upraised he bade me fol- low him. Swift I arose to do his bidding firm, All eagerness to greet a glorious life. Hushed we stole into meadows fresh with dew: He spoke not once till the fair path was reached, Leading to glory, but still hid in mist. Before us wound a pathway in and out, All glistening in the golden sunlight's sheen, While yonder rose low, undulating hills, BROCKTONIA Resplendent in the loveliness of spring. Then spake the Spirit in melodious voice, Oh youth, go not so swiftly to life's goal That thou see'st not God's handi- work which He Has giv'n to mortals that they may not find The journey too long nor the Way too hard. This wisdom slowed my eager steps a bit: I often paused to gaze at nature's gifts-A Thus passed the morn which had be- gun so fair. At noon the air grew hot and sultry, too: The sun beat down upon our weary backs. The way no longer led through ver- dant fields, But up steep mountain pathways strewn with rocks. I, footsore, panting, fain would have turned back: To my demands the Spirit answered brief, But half the destined path has been o'ercome: Push on: let not your footsteps falter weak With only half life's glorious work complete. Inspired anew by noble thoughts and hopes, I journeyed swiftly toward the set- ting sun. Soon twilight cast dim shadows o'er our road, But happy was my heart, for, through the mist, I saw a beacon shedding its pale light. Encouraged by its steadfast glow and cheer, My pace I quickened, when the Spirit spoke g BROCKTONIA Once more, Why dost thou travel with such speed? For thou art not the only one in haste To reach the goal. Pray, Would'st thou leave this one So old, so weak, to perish by the way? I looked Where he was pointing: in the dust Lay pitifully moaning, too fatigued To move, an aged man. Impatient as I was, I could not fail a friend in need. Refreshing him with Water from a brook, I helped him to his feet and bade him lean On me. I chanced again to look ahead, And lo! the light was nearer and un- dimmed. We struggled onward in the dark of night: Not many paces had we gone before We saw a little, frighten'd child, so tired That our sad hearts were wrung with pity great. The child ceased sobbing at the sight of friends: He took my hand with all his child- ish trust, And We once more turned toward our common goal. No need was there to travel farther, for The light was full upon us. I had come Through service to the goal of my desire. ' Without a Word the Spirit left me there: The man and child had likewise dis- appear'd. I stood alone, and dawn was break- ing o'er A The hills that were enfolded in its light. BROCKTONIA 3 R A EAREWELL TO THE SENIORS FROM THE OTHER CLASSES Eriendship, whose rays shine thru the earth Sent to us from God on high, Vwlhose shadow follows our work and V play, Lives on-tho' we say good-by. Thru all school paths we've trod to- gether, Vvlorked together, and played to- gether Glad of each honor that fell to your lot, Loyalty being our bright shining spur. When at last life tests your worth, Give to it all that you can Know that you have our friendship thru all Lift up your head, be a man! 'Tis only commencement that greets you that eve, Commencement of a trade to ply: Remember that light shining for you, lt's there, tho' we say good-by. Bessie Feldman, '29, R Q5 24 BROCKTONIA VINCENT XV EUDACO Class Omtor GIEIEH Ubratinn THE MEANING OF AMERICA Fellow classmates: It is the cus- tom for class day speakers to en- deavor to rouse the minds of those about to be graduated to a contem- plation of the ideal. This is entirely fitting because of the nature of the occasion. This day marks, as it were, the ending of one phase of life and the entering upon a newer and larger phase by those about to receive high school diplomas. lt is indeed ap- propriate that, at such a time, the thoughts of all should be directed to those intangible assets of a good life, high ideals, And so, today, it is my purpose to consider with you one of the most important, perhaps the out- standing high thought that has been constantly before us during the years of our schooling. I am to be your spokesman in telling how well we have learned a great lesson. That lesson is the meaning of America, the significance of our country and its institutions in the lives of school- girls and school-boys. l speak with- out the authority of older and more experienced men, but I speak with the perhaps greater authority of being one of you. The Meaning of America How mighty a stream of sentiment and emotion springs to mind at mere mention of the wordsl These thoughts, I think, are best represented by the matronly figure of a queen. A glittering diadem on the splendid brow reveals the name inscribed- AMERICA. Held within her arms, pressed to her broad bosom, are two baskets, one labelled Opportunity, and filled to the brim with exuberant gifts connoted by the word: the BROCKTONIA 25 other called Liberty, and overflowing with privileges for free men. A smile playing about the lips, lights up the beautiful countenance and the whole attitude seems to demand of us the best we can give in loyalty, ser- vice, and obedience. To us, fellow seniors, America is this kind and in- dulgent mother who gives of her re- wards generously. who showers us with blessings. Yet our motherland has not al- ways been a queen, although an omniscient Father had prepared her a royal growth even before her birth. Rugged mountains, swift rivers, plains, forests were her endow- ment. She has mined the mountains, harnessed the rivers, and cultivated the plains. America's existence has been an exciting and eventful one, a truth which adds depth to her mean- ing. The bleak land of the Pilgrims gave our country birth: the colonies were her childhood: the states are her youth and her maturity. America is now in the full blossom of that ma- turity and we are the ones to realize her future possibilities, to be granted her choicest prizes. America's rewards are far, far more precious than much fabulous gold. No wealth on earth could change our Republic into a tyrannical despotism or into an autocracy, nor could it purchase the invaluable privilege, right of self-government, without which life is death. Ex- perience put into words by a great man. Lincoln, has proved that a government of the people, by the peo- ple, and for the people, is the only basis for a stable government. lt is a blessing that includes freedom of speech, freedom of press, freedom of conscience, freedom of worship. From a democratic viewpoint, all other government is slavery. Truly, self-government is a glorious gift of America. The Union of forty-eight states is an equally priceless gift from the same basket. Liberty. Union is the heart, the very life-blood of America. Upon it depends our general welfare, progress, and perhaps liberty, itself. The delicate art of masters produced the Union. Its limitless 'strength has resisted Mars both in the form of a foreign invader and as an insurgent at home. The skill of the ancient law-givers have scarce produced an equal. Without Union, our land would be torn with strife. Hypocrisy would supplant love. Suspicion would replace trust. Commerce and industry would be a farce. Riot would overcome law and order. But because of this fact of Union, such a condition is a dire impossibility in America today. That Union is a pledge of solidarity, a bond of strength which now makes our country invincible. America is proud to bestow upon us Union with the accompanying peace and prosperity. The other basket called Liberty is overflowing with opportunities that America freely offers us. Of these. the one with which we have been brought most closely in con- tact is the opportunity for education. America. provident mother, has di- verted millions and even billions to the instruction of her youthg for these young must become strength. must care for her industries, manage her government, when the older gen- eration will have accomplished their tasks, Annually, at this season of the year, grammar schools, high schools, colleges, universities are dis- charging armies of young men and women, with broader vision, better prepared and better able to fulfill their responsibilities. Though not now as common perhaps as in other days, self-education is yet the chief source of training for many. For that purpose, where can you find more important or more valuable helps than are furnished by the public libraries, which are, in every sense, schools of learning? Education, made a law of our earliest forebears, has been many years in the bud and now has burst into bloom. We of the younger generation must be scrupu- Continued on page rzo 26 BROCKTONIA ALICE I. DONNELLY Class Essayist 0111155 ifizsag FOOTSTEPS About one hundred years ago, the United States acquired a vast tract of land west of the Rocky Mountains. All of it was wilderness. No settle- ments dotted its plains. There were no towns rising from the hot, dry sands. President Jefferson sent two men, Lewis and Clark, to explore that region. They set out, not knowing whether they would ever return. They did not even know their destination, for the territory had never been explored. Through perseverance and courage they blazed a trail to the Pacific. Other men and women followed their guidance es- tablishing little towns, which now, united, form great states. That hitherto unknown portion of our country is now throbbing with great industrial cities merely because two men, undaunted by the fear of the unknown, fixed their footsteps on the sands of time Lewis and Clark are dead now, but their footsteps remain as an incen- tive to us. We are ready to start out almost the same as they were. For four years we have remained here in school, helped and spurred on by those who want us to succeed, Here a great many of us have excelled in scholarship. Some of us have fol- lowed the footsteps of former pop- ular athletes, of whom we are justly proud. Our ideal has been to do as BROCKTONIA 27 well as they have done. Some of us have excelled in good sportsmanship, Perhaps you have never considered this quality as important as those other goals, But, on the other hand, haven't you said many times, I'd like to be as good a sport as he? All these students have left records behind them that can never be erased. They have served as inspirations to us, who have hoped to do even bet- ter than they. Different roads are open to us now, --roads upon which the more serious work of life is to be carried on. Some are imprinted with footsteps of great surgeons, nurses, inventors, or lawyers: others lead to still differ- ent vocations. Yet, on many of those paths, there is no trace or print. Those ways lead to great, future scientific inventions. At the ends of those roads are wonders yet un- dreamed of by mankind. Again, other by-paths lead to medical re- search. There lies the cure of that dreaded disease,-cancer. Many other discoveries for the preservation of our health lie concealed on those yet untrodden paths. All these sec- rets are waiting for someone to come to them. A path must be blazed to them, as it had to be to the Pacific. Why cannot we strive to have our footsteps lead the way? Many times Lewis and Clark were tempted to turn back from their course. Some of their comrades wanted them to abandon the idea of continuing, for the traveling was dif- Hcult and further progress was dan- gerous. In spite of their entreaties, the explorers went steadily onward. Vvle will be tempted as they were for, when we set out, we will be met by seemingly unsurmountable obstacles. All around us others will be drop- ping by the way. There will be fail- ures, but nevertheless, We must go on. XVe must have confidence in ourselves. I do not mean that we should be ones who are al- those Mcock-sure ways going to do the thing. I mean that if we start a job that we know we can do with should stick to it. a little effort, we In doing this, our progress along the road to success will be assured. Many of the songs we have sung here in assembly have referred to Footsteps You remember one told us that footsteps may falter. The song that comes to my mind now is Onward Christian Soldiers. A line of it emphasizes the fact that Uwe are treading where the saints have trod. I-Iave you ever realized that the saints walked those same pathways upon which we are going to venture? Some, like Saint Francis, were doctors: some were teachers: and some were transla- tors of foreign tongues. During all their lives, they kept that higher goal in mind, and ever remembered that place at which we all hope to arrive when our footsteps cease. I-Iave you ever thought that where- ever we go, we leave our footmark behind us? Our footsteps follow us everywhere. It is said that they are the first clues that Sherlock Holmes looks for after a crime has been com- mitted. After all, they are of utter- most importance. Where are we go- ing to leave them. They may lead to places of fame and responsibility, or-they may descend to caverns of disgrace and shame. They may even trudge the dreary corridors of a prison. We must decide where they shall be seen by the future. Many poets have dwelt upon the importance of footsteps: therefore, in closing, I quote those immortal lines of the poet Longfellow: 'lives of great men all remind us We can make our lives sublime And in parting leave behind us Footprints on the sands of time. 28 BROCKTONIA XTARGERY I' KEMPTOX MADELEINE XY. COTE Cknrn mvr K I OI jiiusic amh Glass 09112 H-lusic I V ml!!! ' ffm 1.111 5E5E!i'v':4 ! E5E5'g-if-ifgi! 111 lj 1 3 Il Y- ' I : I l I lx w :L-5 5232355 2- :-E N' HHIHHI HHI + - - --.... 5'5:!3:.:.., --:,..g-g:::::g -: -as--P---:- 3 BROCKTONIA Glass QBIIB O bright torch of wisdom, guide us Into realms of precious lore, Making feeble rays beam brighter As life's treasures we explore. Brimming hearts o'erflow with sad- ness, Yet hope lends a cheering gleam: High ambitions solace sorrow, Though the future veils our dream, Rich are we in tender friendships Formed in days of happiness, Noble precepts, held unblemished, Grace long years of joy or stress. May all friendships fondly cher- ished- Vivid, true, as mem'ry's guest, Find abode with loving comrades Whom acquaintance long has blest. Wisdom strengthens falt'ring foot- steps As departure now draws near: Truth and love hath life to offer. If 'tis virtue we revere. Bear aloft unsullied pennons, And with purpose soaring high, Seek new friendships, live undaunted, Foster neither sob nor sigh. Make the star of faith our beacon Follow well her shining ray: Let us pray for love and vision, Courage to complete the day. Fear no peril or temptation When truth's armor once is donnedg Righteousness proves e'er victorious Gver evil's luring wand. Madeleine W. Cote, '27, EL 2554 , ORCHESTRA BROCKTONIA 31 I TQNNNNN 'il , x w i t tier. THE RULER OF GODS AND MEN When we shall be but ashes, and our souls shall have passed to the Great Beyond, when new continents shall have risen upon the face of the deep, and the earth shall have been covered with the 'widely scattered wreck of vanished nations', the name of Pausanias will still be engraved in the thundering annals of history. Thy words ring with true prophecy, my friend. The feats of the great Pausanias rival only those of Ares and his marvellous strength is worthy even of the envy of Heracles. Zeus, mighty cloud-scat- terer, has granted him many bounte- ous gifts. Still, his grim bearing and sor- rowful features portray a life of tragedy rather-than the joyous, radi- ant existence that a darling of the fates enjoys. 'Can it be that ye have not heard the unhappy tale which winged rumor has long ago conveyed to my ears? Can it be that ye know not the sad story of the love of Pausanias of Sparta and Zanzettea of Athens? l crept nearer to the meagre camp fire, my eyes alight, listening intent- ly. Notwithstanding the fact that my lot was then only that of a poor Athenian slave, once had l been taught the art of reading by the Sophists and through the medium of their teachings and so had I grown to love the Muses that even a simple narrative was to me almost a divine boon. Although many changes have been wrought by the passing of the years, although my back is bent and my hair and beard are grey, this story of the love of the son and daughter of two hostile empires lies yet as fresh in my memory as when it was first related around the Spartan camp fire: Thou knowest full well, my read- ers, that at the end of the Pelopon- nesian War the people of Athens were subjected to the utmost cruelties. Our long walls were broken up, All the ships of our famed fleet save twelve were given over to the enemy, and we, ourselves, were forced to do the bidding of the Spartans by sea and land. We felt our servile condi- tion very keenly and much hatred was expressed against the Spartan Dogs . The old men who had heard Pericles speak from the Bema, that celebrated pulpit of the Athenian orators, and who had been members of the Ecclesia when our glorious em- pire had been at its height, vowed that sooner would they dwell in Hades forever than do reverence to the Spartans. For many days and nights pande- monium had reigned in Athens. Cn every side was a mob of agitated people, weeping, crowding. Shrill 32 BROCKTONIA cries of indignation, curses rent the air, increased, as the Athenian re- turned to their demolished houses. Crowds of fear stricken people. the rabble of Athens, searched in the ruins for traces of their former abodes. Prom the time of the cap- ture of Decelea, only fourteen miles from Athens, the Spartans had an- noyed and terrorized all Attica. The population of our great city had been thinned. Athens and her glory was past. Only degradation remained. lt was into this city, crushed in body. but still valiant in spirit, that Pausanias, the son of Radagasius. scion of a great house, entered. He, in common with other warriors of Sparta, had clothed himself in the tunic and cloak of an Athenian gentleman, and had come to gaze upon the dismantled A'University City . Surveying the city with the pride of an artist, he gloried in his handiwork. As he gazed in admiration upon an especially dilapidated ediiice, one that would take many years to rebuild, he felt something drop against his feet. Stooping, he uttered an involuntary cry of astonishment, for there lay a beautiful Athenian maiden! Her face and form were as those of Aphrodite and her voice was like the honey of Mt. Hymettus. Thanks, O Lord, she said as he assisted her to rise. May the gods bestow riches upon thee! I am new- ly come from Rhodes and the strange turning of this path has become un- familiar to my feet. Like Nausicaa, when Odysseus saluted, only from Artemis, the great daughter of Zeus, can come the beauty of that face and the dignity of that stature which had been given unto to Zanzettea, the daughter of Clearchus, renowned Athenian philosopher. Her words indeed were as sweet as a juicy cluster of purple grapes, and they rang in the ears of Pausanias like the music of the golden bowed Apollo who plays upon magic lutes and cytheras. So speaking, she commanded him to direct her to the nearest fountain that she might fill the water jug which she carried. At the fountain they held converse. Then it was that Cupid looked down from Olympus, and seeing them there, brought forth his arrows, long rusty from disuse, and shot them into the heart of the youth and the maiden, chuckling sardonicaly all the while. A month passed, and Zanzettea re- turned the love of the Spartan. Clearchus, famed philosopher, and Pausanias had become fast friends. They held lengthy arguments and de- bates on the relative merits of the Cynics, Stoics and Epicureans. Dur- ing this happy time the Spartan had discarded the sword of battle. He had Continued on Page 126 THE LOST JEWEL The shadows of evening were fall- ing when Joshua Perkins, and his wife, Sal, were returning from the County Pair. No sound broke the June silence except the steady pace of old Dobbin, who was bent home- ward toward the Perkins' barn. Well, Joshua, drawled Sal. 'Aain't it nigh time for you to be put- ting those lanterns on the wagon? 'iYes, Maw, came the meek re- tort from Joshua. Dobbin was forced to cease his walking. The lanterns were procured from beneath the seat, and placed in their custom- ary places on the sides of the wagon. All right now, Maw? queried Joshua. Yes, but stir Dobbin a bit. This road is mighty dark. Wait! What's that noise? 'Pears like someone's coming. Joshua, take this pumpkin, and I'll take a squash. If there's going to be any knockouts or hold-ups on this here road, we'll do it with our prize vegetables. Continued on page 98 BROCKTONIA 33 THE WILL OE GOD People--throngs of people were hurrying to the scene of misfortune. Some were merely curious, others, anxious. Among the Hrst to reach the unfortunate victim, was a young man who had witnessed the accident. There, crumpled and unconscious, lay a little, old, silver-haired woman. Firmly, yet with the tenderness of a woman, the young man lifted her from her hard bed of stone into his strong arms. Slowly, with a firm, set face, surrounded by the eager crowd, he carried her to a waiting car. Ten minutes later, she was lying on a white bed, in the hospital, slowly coming back to consciousness. The young man was leaning over the bed, anxiously watching her every move. Slowly she opened her eyes, and looked about her. Then seeing the anxious young man, she smiled faint- ly. 'AAh-you feel better? he sighed eagerly, Again he was greeted with a sweet smile. she began, 'AI don't know what happened--why am I here ?f you, I can't remember you. -but she was unable to continue further. Don't talk now, you are still too weak, he hastily interrupted, just listen and I will tell you all that hap- penedf' It was so stifling in my office this afternoon, that I simply could not mull over my law books and know what I was reading. So I put on my hat, and began to walk in the direc- tion of the park. As I was walking along, my thought ran back to the time that I was a small, ragged lad, homeless, motherless, alone in the world, I never knew my mother. I never felt her loving arms around me, nor heard her sweet voice sing me to sleep. All these attentions that other children had, I never enjoyed. But I've always pictured my mother. I've always loved her, and I can't stop be- lieving and hoping that some day I will meet her. But I see that I have drifted from the story. Continued on Page 1 I4 MY JOURNEY TO MECCA Since I first studied Ancient History, it has been my ardent desire to visit Mecca, not because this city is any more beautiful than another, but because an infidel discovered within its walls is sure to be pun- ished. Is not that enough of an ad- venture for any audacious American? At last the opportunity of fulfilling this wish presented itself. The most important factor in gaining my admittance to Mecca was to resemble some Islamic person and to speak his language. I therefore spent some months in an Arabian family. Besides learning the language and customs, I spent long hours in the hot African sun to insure a dark skin. But the pathetic part was that I didn't tan! I freckled. I alleviated this difficulty by purchasing grease paint which disguised me completely. At last, everything was in readi- ness for the grand adventure. I dressed in my Arab garments and em- barked on the Red Sea in company with many other pilgrims. One graybearded Egyptian was much at- tracted to me and I shivered in my sandals every time he looked at me, for I was certain he must be either a detective or a policeman. I was thankful that he could not under- stand Arabic so that I was under no obligation to display my linguistic powers. Once, at a sudden lurch in the boat. I fell headlong, ejaculating Mon Dieu! Thereafter he con- versed with me fluently in French. I-Ie informed me that since this was his third visit to the Holy City and obviously my first-I was much chagrined to discover I looked so ignorant-he would be charmed to escort me to the points of interest. I smiled my sweetest at this suggestion, for I dared make no enemies in this quarter of the globe. As we approached Jiddah, the sea- port of Mecca, everyone crowded to the railings to catch, what was for many, the first glimpse of this com- mercial city whose coral buildings are Continued on Page 96 HOOL BAND SC IGH B R O C K T O N I A 35 1 ii NO PLACE LIKE HOME CA Modern Talej In tears Ted. Books slam. Think I'll stay home tonight and study, ma. -Whazat? Telephone ?fA feller or a-oh he did, let's see it: 4-O-3-4-IVI: hmmm, wonder what he wants? Ciimme 4034-lVI?y'r welcome.- I-Iello, I-Iinges?fyou old boehunk, how the heck are you?-Well, my mother says you wanted me to- Whaaaaat? She will-Y' bet I can! No kiddinl? Say that's all rightin- Yup, soon's I can.-Be right over. S'lung, Clackl Follows a wild rush for. and then in, the bedroom. A Hutter of gar- ments, opening and shutting of drawers, air white with flying clot and finally, UMa, wherels my shirt? . . , . Oh yuh, thanks. And on it goes. Elapse two minutes. Hold this scarf while I fix it will ya, ma? Thanks. On slips the overcoat. No such thing as a hat. G'night, ma. -What?-fWhy, I always ami Wlien? Oh, with the milkman I guess. Don't worry! C'night. ma. Slam! Feet don't fail me now, out into the fresh June evening, S. A. Davidson. I AIVIERICANO lTAI.IANO Rocco Panella was eight years of age, HAmericano Italiano, his black-eyed father would say proudly when Rocco came home from school and told of the wonderful things he was learning. On Saturdays Rocco often went to the Common to see people feed the birds and squirrels. On these days, Rocco would not eat all of the thick slice of bread which his mother gave him for breakfast. I-Ie would break off a piece and put it into his pocket. When he reached the Common, he would give it to the gray squirrel with the plume-like tail. But it was such a little piece of bread, Rocco thought, and there were other squir- rels: and birds would come fluttering about, hovering over him, twisting their pretty little heads and watching him hungrily. Rocco's bright face would grow very sober as he watched them. I wish-a I could give them a pic- a-nic, Rocco said to himself, rememf bering the day when his teacher had taken his class to Franklin Park, and had given them a wonderful lunch of sandwiches and cookies and lemonade. I wish-a I had the mon-a, I'd buy a loaf of bread. I'd buy a bag of peanuts, and the birds and squirrels have a pic-a-nic. And then Rocco smiled again as he thought about how happy the birds would be, and how busily the squirrels would scamper off with the peanuts. But Rocco never had a penny to spend. Since his father did not have steady employment, and there were two children younger than Rocco. he had to help his mother when he ' I lJ gigs my Q, xiii: 1, 2 Wg, -.,.,, MN Y TELLING CLUB OR BROCKTONIA 37 was not in school. But very soon Rocco was to have a box and brush as the majority of his playmates, and earn the mon-a by polishing shoes. One Saturday morning a wonder- ful thing happened. The baker bought their where the Panellas bread asked Rocco to run on an er- rand for him and in him a loaf of bread. Rocco started for with his prize. Now the birds and squirrels could have their 'Apic-a-nic. The little Americano Italiano was hurrying across the Common, his eyes shining with pleasure, when a lady and a gentleman stopped him. 'AOh, said the lady, I desire so much to feed these dear squirrels. May I have some of your bread, little boy? Rocco's cap came off instantly, and he laid it on the ground while he used both hands to break off a gen- erous portion of his much-valued loaf and handed it to the lady. The gentleman with her was jin- gling some small coins in his hand. He selected the brightest and held it out toward Rocco. No, no-a. said Rocco shaking his head smilingly. 'AOh, yes, said the lady, you must take it. Why won't you take it? asked the gentleman. A'For lady, responded Rocco, HI give, not sell, and with another smile he ran off up the broad walk to make the birds and squirrels happy with the remainder of the loaf. He laughed joyously when they all came eagerly about him. There was not enough for all the hungry flocks of birds that were flut- tering around, and Rocco remem- bered that the bright silver coin would have bought several loaves, and possibly nuts as well: but he smiled the more and was glad he had not taken the coin. I not sell my own gift to lady, he said to himself, I Americano Italiano. payment gave the Common Anon. '27. JUST NATURE Half a heaven-load of mackerel clouds had been heaped into the west- ern sky. Narrow irregular flssures of bright cerulean ether glimpsed be- tween the misty crevices. As old Sol began to descend, the flaky patches took onto their snowy whiteness a rosy blush which soon turned into a fiery pink. The horizon stretching beneath was flushed in a path of glowing amber. A ruddy luster suffused the autumn landscape. The fields of golden grain, the rip- pling smiling lake, the stately hills nearby, all acquired a slightest tint of carmine. Way down in the valley a glaring light was reflected from the window of an old farmhouse. On the weatherbeaten front steps of this country residence was perched a picuresque individual, a native of the locality. His chin resting on his clenched hands, he was doubtlessly drinking in the magnificent spectacle. As the shadows began to deepen, he arose from his meditation, spat a Juicy, brown quid some twenty feet, hitting his dandelion target squarely, and remarked, as he turned and reached for the knob, Another hawt day tomorrey, consarn it! S. A. Davidson. TWILIGHT As I sit in the gathering gloom of twilight, I see a peaceful scene. It is YIOI beautiful-in fact it is rather dull, but it seems as though all the world is at rest. The stars, like little beacons in the sea guiding the tired fisherman to his home, twinkle brightly. The trees pay homage to their king, the wind, as he passes through them. The houses in the gloom take on grotesque shapes. One looks like an hideous ogre with win- dows serving for the gaping mouth. It is growing darker. The trees have melted away into black space, Only the stars and the little windows still twinkle brightly. Anna Banavich, '29. 38 BROCKTONIA ON WEARING NEW SHOES I hesitate on approaching a sub- ject that is so painful to me. Never- theless, I shall devote myself to this task of discouraging those who would indulge in the folly of wear- ing new shoes. For truly, it is an art to wear new shoes without ar- riving at a sad conclusion. My unfortunate experience oc- curred in our own dear school, the night of the Junior Prom. How pleased I was with my white bouffant taffeta dress, sprinkled with wreathes of pink rose buds and how delighted I was with my dainty, new, white slippers! Ah, never shall I revive the memory of those satin pumps without uttering a mournful groan. My escort and I were enjoying ourselves dancing amid the colorful throng, when suddenly I became conscious of darting pains in my feet. What torture it was to dance! The shrieking of the saxophones seemed to be mocking me for my folly. I felt as if I were trodding on a bed of cactus, The situation was hopeless. I had to abandon the hope of dancing throughout the eve- ning. My partner politely con- sented to sit out the rest of the dances with me, but I knew that he was sorely disappointed in surren- dering an enjoyable evening of danc- ing on my account. I suggested that wego home. While we were driving home- ward, I surreptitiously removed mv pumps-the cause of my agony. What a relief it was to my swollen pedibus . I was so relieved that I could have shouted for joy, contrary to the feelings of my companion. who was as silent as a Sphinx. Each time I am tempted to wear a new pair of shoes to a dance, I re- call a pair of dainty, white satin pumps-the gentle reminders of an unforgetable experience. Sophie Urburtis. '27, AN EMERGENCY CALL FOR GROCERIES The old farmhouse was all con- fusion. There was to be a party in the afternoon and everyone was help- ing in various ways to make it a success. I was visiting my aunt and uncle in the West at the time, and, as she was the hostess, I was helping all that I could too. We had every- thing almost prepared when she called to me and said, Oh, Margaret, would you really mind if I sent you to the store? I haven't enough pine- apple, and you had better get a pack- age of matches too. You can take either the old Ford truck or the horse. I think the truck will be more satisfactory, but do as you please, Rather than take an auto I couldn't drive well, I took a horse that I couldn't ride. I asked my brother George to go with me. I-Ie willingly consented as he knew we could ride the horse double. He went to the barn for the horse. I got in the saddle and George mounted behind. We didn't take a saddle bag as we didn't think we should need it. Gladly we started OH, being duly warned to hurry as it was two and one-half miles to the only store within ten miles. Say, didn't Auntie tell us to hurry? You don't know how to drive a horse, was my young broth- er's remark. Make her move! I-le gave the reins a jerk which had an instantaneous effect. Ruby, the horse, not being accustomed to aut' mobiles, tried to keep up with thcm when they came up from behind. As sev- eral cars passed she raced most of the way, so we arrived at the little store in record time. At the store, which was typical of a country town, everything that we find in our furniture. drv goods BROCKTONIA 39 and groceries was kept for saie. Vwfe were laughed at and made fun of for being from the East. Several of the farmers in the store told us that we would be so stiff after our ride that we wouldn't try horseback riding again very soon. While asking many questions about our part of the coun- try, one old man asked, Well, Sonny, let me hear you talk New England where they don't know how to use the letter George showed them how we do it, and thought their comments very amusing. Then I remembered the urgency of our errand and quickly ordered the desired provisions. We boarded the horse again. As we had no saddle-bag George carried the paper bag containing the tin cans and the match boxes. We left the store with the eyes of the country folk upon us. When we were about half way home 'an automobile with some young people in it came down the road. As it passed us one of the boys in it suddenly shouted at Ruby and she took a notion to bolt for home. This'was a fine notion had it not come so suddenly. As it was, we were not braced for any such jolt as we received. George commenced, What'll I do? I'm losing the bag! I shouted at him to stop the horse but it seemed impossible. George, trying to hold on, tore the paper bag and consequently spilled its contents along the road. I couldn't stop laughing long enough to stop Ruby. but, after much difficulty, we stopped and turned back to recover the un- fortunate cans. We then had some clever planning to carry them with- out the bag. George put several match boxes in his sweater and I had a tin can under each arm. We walked the horse the rest of the way home, arriving with tin cans which had nearly lost their original shape from their fall, and with matches in battered boxes. just in time to prepare the extra refresh- ments for the party. Margaret Gibson, '28, SUGGESTIONS FOR THE LUNCH ROOM No doubt there will be many who will scoff at the following sugges- tions, but that is the lot of all great men, People laughed at Edison. Now look at him. But, to return to the subject, our lunch room. First of all, we shall deal with the subject of congestion. You may ask me how we can prevent this. Ask and ye shall be answered. Install an escalator that will run by the lunch counter, and that has but one means of entrance. This would kill a flock of birds with one blow. Those elusive will-o'-the-wisps who, in some way or another manage to work their way well up in the waiting lines despite the eagle, all-discerning eyes of Mr. Batchelder, would immedi- ately find themselves baffled. Also, the pupils fatigued after four periods of the absorption of erudition, would be able to relax a bit and rest their tired bodies. Secondly, to banish one of the greatest grievances of the pupils in the lunch room, I suggest that each glass of milk be capped to prevent the loss of its contents dur- ing its transportation to some se- cluded spot where it might be quaffed in safety. Speaking of this brings to my mind the thought that a few towels, in convenient places, would be extremely handy to remove the effects of the lacteal baths that are of such common occurrence, because of the imprudent use of the elbows of careless pupils. Lastly, we freely grant that variety in foods is essen- tial. However, we beseech those in authority to show they are human by placing a ban on such varieties as: cheese, olive, and egg: raisin and nut: and banana and ham sand- wiches. This is not a rap at the culinary art of those who prepare them but is merely a plea to humor the whims of youth. Seeing that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. make these improve- ments and behold the heartfelt grati- tude of the pupils Michael Svirsky. '27. I l M ,'-LL fm. ,, H WM Q - sz my , X Q BROCKTONIA Eli R A SONNET Dear school, with thee, as sadly we depart Our love we leave. May others who pursue Our courses, learn the affection we impart Thy sons and daughters, on thee, as thy due. To them, thy name so fair we pass in trust That they, in turn, to younger hands may yield lt greater and more fair. We know it must By them be held as dear, the future sealed Within their hearts. So now, as closer draws The time when we,must leave thy spacious halls, A sadness ills our hearts: and yet we pause As o'er us steals a feeling which en- thralls Us. For we know the torch which we aglow Have kept. is safe with those from whom we go. Shirley Sinclair, '27. Els EE rg,- l 'fir , ffi5'f,E:TEC-ff' 'Z 'i':?55?.1s1f, 1 . ,-?.'2-2141.59 .. 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His message was a very uplifting one, given in the polished manner of an experienced orator. In connection with the sub- ject of the morning, Honor, blot- ters bearing the simple inscription An honest man is the noblest work of God were given to every student in the High School, The speaker of the morning of Friday, May 6, wasilVlr. Thomas E. Green, one of the agents of the National Red Cross movement. Mr. Green made a very stirring appeal for the homeless victims of the re- cent Mississippi flood. outlining gra- phically the story of Red Cross and its work of mercy in all parts of the world, Following Mr. Green's address, Mr. Scully affirmed Brock- ton's willingness to help in the re- lief for the flood refugees, On Thursday, May l2, one of the most interesting addresses of the school year was given by Cameron Beck, the Personnel Director of the New York Stock Exchange, who is a nationally known speaker. Mr. Beck inspired his audience with his talk, the theme of which was '4Carry On? ' The Opening Exercises of May 17 were given over to Dr. Charles Fran- cis Potter, who spoke very interest- ingly on the subject of Books and Young People. Dr. Potter pointed out the wisdom of reading books in snare time as a means of education. THE MIKADO The quaint atmosphere of old Japan in the legendary town of Titipu lived again when, on the evenings of Friday and Saturday, April lst and 2nd, the combined musical clubs of the school presented the well-known Gilbert and Sullivan opera, 'AThe Mikado. The per- formance, under the able direction of Mr. Dunham and Mr. George Lord, the musical and dramatic supervisors respectively, was the result of long weeks of untiring effort upon the parts of the principals, chorus, or- chestra, and directors. Certainly the finished presentation to which the audience was treated was enough to merit the long hours of work which had been spent, The leading roles of Yum-Yum and Nanki-Poo were ably played by Anna Banavich and Lawrence Heath. Both performances were marked with vigorous acting and excellent sing- ing, and Miss Banavich and Heath well deserved the unlimited praise which they received. Of particular BROCKTONIA 43 merit was their duet toward the end of the first act. John Donnelly and Donald Mac- Donald in the respective offices of Ko-Ko and Pooh-Bah kept the audi- ence in a state of continual laughter, as did Lewis Carpenter as Pish-Tush and Lundie Sutherland in the part of the Mikado of Japan. Priscilla Cahill and Dorothy Cooper as Yum- Yum's sisters contributed very ma- terially to the success of the opera, as did Margaret Belcher, upon whose shoulders fell a good bit of heavy acting in the part of Katisha. All considered, 'iThe Mikado kept up the high standard which has been set by the operas of preceding years, and even raised that standard quite noticeably. The chorus fol- lows: Girls: Mabel Anderson, Helen Bearman, Celeste Benoit, Margery Benoit, Mary Boland, Helena Brown, Evelyn Chasse, Mary Ci- avarra, Jennie Cohen, Idola DiCroce, Alice Doress, Sylvia Doress, Barbara Hackett, Lois Hackett, Barbara Hill, Irene Hill, Julia Holstein, Helen Howland, Virginia Howland, Jennie Iwaszakiewicz, Sophie Jacobson, Barbara Keough, Mary Lagos, Doris Langelier, Celia Larkin, Marian Leo- nard, Rhoda Locke, Grace Lynch, Marguerite MacPherson, Ethel Mor- rison, Eva Morrison, Helena Naw- rocki, Josephine Neratko, Lucille Neratko, Louise Noel, Esther Ohman, Ilta Oman, Bernice Repetto, Phyllis Reynolds, Doris Sawyer, Marion Sellstone, Annie Skaves, Anna Stack, Marv Stack, Isabel Stiga, Constance Sunden, Mollie Winer, Jeannette Zimmerman. Boys: David Barrett, Aaron Black- er, Samuel Blacker, Ralph Bumpus, Robert Dalton, Samuel Dobransky, Bernard Donohue, Hyman Finkle, XValter Forbush, Raymond Hansal- Dakar. Leo Hayes, Hyman Hershoff, Edgar James, Manuel Kumin. Lin- coln Landell, Robert Noone. Holger Ohman, Francis O'Neill, Edmund Pilla, Bassett Porter, Reinhold Ras- mussen, David Schultz, Mayo Sorg- man, Robert Spear. The supervision of i'The Mikado was as follows: Musical Director, George Sawyer Dunham: Dramatic Director, George V. C, Lord: Stage Director, W. J. Montgomery: Facul- ty Business Manager, Henry F. Favor: Costume Supervisors, Mary G. Flint and Frank J. C. Swanson. BOYS' HONOR BANQUET AT THE ROTARY CLUB On the evening of Thursday, April 28th, the boy honor students of the school were royally entertained at the Commercial Club by the Brockton Rotarians. The program consisted of a splendid dinner, fol- lowed by the presentation of certifi- cates and speeches of appreciation from the members of the Rotary Club. The boys assembled in front of the High School at quarter of six, and marched to the Commercial Club in a body. There they were met by the Rotarians, with whom they sat dur- ing the whole program. Many a young student was surprised to find how friendly a member of the Rotary Club could be. The address of the evening was presented in fine fashion by Rev. Thomas S. Roy of the Baptist Church. Dr. Goddard rendered the weekly Rotary message. The evening was completed by the presentation of certificates to the honor students in recognition of their outstanding qualities of scholarship, citizenship, and sportsmanship, The school as a whole is deeply grateful to the Rotary Club for its interest in the promotion of good scholarship, and appreciates the friendship and hospitality it has shown. Professor: Give me a sentence with the word 'boycott' in it. Pupil: 'Farmer Jones chased his son and didn't catch him till his boy cott on a wire fence. -Ex. TD I BROCKTONIA 45 SENIOR CLASS PLAY On the evening of Friday, April 29, 1927, in the Assembly Hall, a distinguished cast of stars from the Class of 1927 thrilled its large audi- ence with a very polished presenta- tion of i'The Goose Hangs High, a drama in three acts by Lewis Beach. The annual Senior Class Play was pronounced a great success by all who attended. Though every part involved was played to perfection by the various members of the cast, the outstanding performances were those of Roger Burrill and Sophie Urburtis in the leading roles of Mr. and Mrs. Ingals. So lifelike were the delineations of these two parts that the characters fairly became a reality in the minds of the audience. Credit for the performance is very largely due to Miss Martha Abbott of the Malden High School, the coach, and to Miss Edith C. Alden of our own faculty in the position of faculty manager. Mr. Montgomery of the manual arts department also aided very materially as stage mana- ger. These three were recognized by the members of the cast in presenta- tions between the second and third acts. The complete cast of the play fol- lows: Bernard lngals, Roger Burrill, Eunice Ingals, Sophie Uburtis: Noel Derby, Hyman Finkle: Leo Day, Nathan Epstein: Rhoda, the maid, Sadie Polinskyq Julia Murdoch, Katherine Severse: Mrs. Bradley, Minnie Dorn: Hugh Ingals, Brad- shaw Chisolmg Ronald Murdoch. VJalter Bird: Lois Ingals, Margaret Cirinnelz Bradley Ingals, Gordon Marsh, Dagmar Carroll, Doris Mar- tin: Elliott Kimberley, Robert Tower: Clem, John Webb. The Senior Class Play Committee con- sisted of John H. Thompson, Mary Banavich, Mary Higgins, Lois Irving, Carl Bergstedt, and Kenneth Samp- son. HONOR LUNCHEON Last year the Rotary Club held a dinner for the High School and Jun- ior High Honor boys and this year. the Woman's Club felt that some similar recognition should be made of the Honor girls. As there are so many girl Honor students, only for- ty-nine from the Senior class were in- vited to the luncheon, although the members of the lower classes received certificates of merit. At twelve o'clock, April 25, the luncheon was held in the Central Methodist Church. The tables of the Woman's Club members were Continued on page 7Q BOY'S LOYALTY DAY On Boy's Loyalty Day, May 5, the government of the city was turned over to the boys of the city. The work was very ably carried out, and the boys deserve credit for doing so well. As school was in session dur- ing the forenoon. not much was done until afternoon, although the few more important ofiices were filled from nine o'clock on. A Very shortly after the closing of the school session, the boys took pos- session of the city. The traffic squad certainly showed itself to be efficient by keeping the center of the city free from congestion. The most import- ant event during the afternoon was the arrest of an unruly driver who disobeyed one ofHcer's signal. The prisoner was arraigned at the police station and then was carried immedi- ately to the Court House, where a mock trial took place. This was well done, and the prisoner was found guilty and sentenced to one month in the county jail. ln the evening the interesting events were the meetings of the Board of Aldermen and the City Council. ln these the boys did very well, dis- cussing each bill very strongly. After these sessions, a joint meeting of the two Boards took place, at which a vote of thanks was given the city for the opportunity to receive civic in- struction. lJ W ,V K. my ..l... .- - 1, .... , M ...., !:::3 :::,,f - I 'E 'Migh f , S7 Mayo 'hum - g '::::'. 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' V Where can I find it. o'er land or o er sea, In gay gaudy Erance, or sultry Bom- bay, On Blanc's snowy heights or Switzer- land's lea? I'd search the world over, I would not dismay. Can you point out to me once the wood I have found How to plane it, to saw it, to make it aright? And as I progressed with my struc- tural toil 'XVould the house of my soul ascend into sight? 0 fine mighty workmen. grant me your benisonf The torch that we grasp from you, we'll carry on. Anon, '27. SOLILOQUY The recollections of my days at school Have always brought me pangs of deep regret For missing all the chances I have met, In scorning the advice of ancient rule: J Lea Heigrirf. M. .Y Make friends whene'er you can'- You foolin- And let your conscience be your guide. Ifret And petulantly chide myself. E'en yet, If all the hours I have were but a tool For shaping friends, they'd never equal those I lost, Would that the years I used to spend In musing idly to myself, did close This dreary book of life, and bring to an end This empty, worthless mockery that owes Its darkness to the absence of a friend. Eugene Brown, '27. MORNING PRAYER God, give me strength to live and laugh At the tricks which fate does play me, Until at length I can stand the gaff Of the troubles that belay me. God, give me will to climb each hill And take my hard luck gamely, To play the game, keep clean my name, Nor make excuses lamely. God, give me grit to come and go And leave cheered hearts behind IT192 To do my bit, to cheer my foe, Till at length in Heaven you'll find me. Anna Stack, '27. R 4-.J 50 BROCKTONIA WMMMN ,ca ll f gs aaaaa Q! Norfon-'I9 MARRIAGES Edna L. Lewis, 1924, and Winfred Rachael Fichtenholtz, 1919, and E. Coulter, 1922, lrving Stern. Leona Halper, 1926, and Herman C1. Lawrence Scanlon, 1921, and Abrams. Edith S. Robie. Doris C. Leet, 1924, and Russell A. Pickens. Agnes Spillane, 1918, and Aloysius J. Creeden. Hazel Moulton, 1923, and Lewis Reed, 1924. Marion S. Cook, 1925, and Philip H. Darche. Sadie Wilson, 1919, and Jesse Shop- ley. Hattie E. Jones, 1900, and Fred C. Stalker. M. Evelyn O'Leary, 1919, and John E. O'Sullivan. Marie L. LaMontagne, 1921, and Nicholas Fulginiti. Frank Hennessey, 1918, and Laurette Chassey. Lillian Nascimento, 1922, and Hans Blumberg. ENGAGEMENTS Cirace B. Farnsworth, and Everett C. Willis, 1920. Christine G. Smith, 1923, and Le- land H. Fernald. Ruth L. Matson. 1921, and Roland B. Hall. Mabel L. Lakin, 1925, and Harry Belcher. Alice L. MacDonald, and Karl L. Briggs, 1920. Stella B. Cohen, 1920, and lsaac Kurtzman. Marjorie Totman, 1915, and Leroy B. Perkins, 1913. Bernice M. Savilones, and Francis L. McCarthy, 1919. Eunice T. Cox, 1922, and Wesley Bergstrom. Mary E. Bolotin, 1926, and Louis Barkus. INCIDENTALS John W. Duncan and Herbert E. Randall have made the Dean's list at Northeastern University. This is an honor list and gives certain privileges. Randall, who graduated from Brock- ton High School in 1925, is a mem- ber of the Sophomore Class in the Civil Engineering Course. Duncan. Brockton High School, 1926. is a Freshman in the Electrical Engineer- ing Course. S. Forest Kelleher, 1926. is attend- ing Boston University School of Business Administration. Ruth Johngren, 1922, is teaching at Orleans, Mass. Margaret E. Flanagan. 1922. is teacher of Physical Culture at the Balch School in Detroit, Michigan. and she also has charge of the largest swimming pool in the city. Ciraham F. Smith, 1925. was re- cently elected to membership in the Theta Chi fraternity at the Univer- sity of Virginia. He has the distinc- BROCKTONIA 51 tion of being the first student from New England to be elected to that fraternity. He was also admitted to Delta Sigma Pi. Charles D. Ciray, l925, a fresh- man at Norwich University has been selected to play the part of Captain Brownell in a junior week play en- titled The Honor of the 53rd . He is also prominent as a member of the musical club. Rena M. Lays, 1924, has accepted a position in the oflice of the city treasurer. Charles W. Appleton, 1894, has been elected vice-president of the Cien- eral Electric Company of New York, one of the largest electrical concerns in the 'world. He will have charge of public utilities. Annie L. Kendall, 1874. who has been teaching nearly 53 years, retires this June. She was for many years principal of the Walnut School, which has been torn down, and re- cently she has been teaching in the B. B, Russell School. At the time she attended our High School there was a very small number of pupils and the teaching force consisted of three instructors. A HIGH SCHOOL CHEMISTRY CLUB A chemistry club would be an as- set to this school. Most boys who are studying chemistry are just fas- cinated with it, and consequently the natural desire to penetrate further into its mysteries would easily influ- ence boys to join such a club. I have seen fellows in the laboratory after school time and time again. talking with the instructor and examining some sulphur crystals under powerful lenses, or the manipulation of the microscope. Such a club would pre- sent an opportunity to carry on more advanced work. It would be a fine opportunity for carrying on experi- ments and discussions of recent chem- ical discoveries. Part of a regular meeting might be devoted to experi- ments and the other to discussion. Arrangements to visit chemical plants and to attend lectures like those given at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology could be made. A boy merely interested in photography might want to learn how to develop his films and this club would give him the opportunity. Another might want to experiment on some of his own original ideas. Still an- other might be interested only in ex- plaining chemical facts, but he would find our laboratories just as well equipped as those of many colleges, and could study atomic weights, gas volumes, theory of electrons, control of the hydrogen ions, and other ad- vanced topics. All boys with an in- clination toward this type of work in such a club would find it highly profitable in later life. A Machinsal, ' 2 8. COURAGE In the hum-drum of the city Where the sullen smoke mounts high, Where great wheels are always whir- ring And lofty towers seek the sky. Though the day be dark and gloomy. And thick black mud smears the street, In the dust and filth of the gutter, Sings a bird with voice so sweet. With clear notes, and determined, Her lilting song climbs high: And the heart of many a passer Feels greatly moved thereby. And I wonder when I ponder On the small bird's singing there Why we. too, cannot keep up cour- age, Though borne to the depths of despair. Richard Leach, ' 2 8. xv Hi, Alice! Where you going? Oh, for a hay ride. What do you mean, hay ride? Hay, mister. gimme a lift, -EX. 41 SENIOR CLASS PLAY OF CAST BROCKTONIA 53 115 ib- TAKE We wish to congraulate you on your large number of poets. The Soul of Lincoln is excellent. Of all your literary department, We liked The First American best. ln fact, the whole paper was as interesting and as well arranged as any we have received. LIFE, Vermont Academy, Saxtons River. Vt. Your literary department is excel- lent. The story, 'AThat First Shave of Mine attracted our attention im- mediately. The accounts of your school clubs make us envious. Call more often! BLUE OWL, Attleboro H. S., Attle- boro, Mass. Good work Hendricken, '27, on the cover design! What a fine poetry section you have! Yours is one of the best magazines on our Exchange list. THE SEMAPHORE, Stoughton H. S., Stoughton, Mass. An excellent magazine-especially the cover and the exchange column. Keep up the good work. PARTRIDGE, Duxbury H. S., Duxbury, Mass. We think you have a very fine magazine, showing labor on the part of the staff and co-operation by the students. Your jokes are clever and well chosen. STUDENT'S PEN, Pittsfield H. S.. Pittsfield, Mass. Yours is a worthwhile paper. The headings are original and the sketches especially entertaining. We enjoy having you on our list. MURDOCK M URMURS, Murdock School, Winchendon, Mass. We admire your paper immensely. Your school must be a busy place. Do you realize that you have nearly as many teachers as We have students? SEA CHEST, Nantucket H. S., Nantucket, Mass. Like most papers you also need the animating touch of a cartoonist, to present a more inviting appearance. We are glad to see the Brocktonia fosters a FORUM, Where school sentiment will be indicated. Your exchange column is without a sup- erior in any high school publication. We'll look for your return. RECORD, English H. S., Boston, Mass. GIVE SPAULDINO SENTINEL, Spauld- ing H. S., Barre, Vt. The literature in your May issue was a great improvement over any you have published this year. We have, however, one suggestion to make. The poets of Spaulding High, Cthere must be somej should have a page, or more if possible, for their very own. Both 'iThe Cap- ture and The Eleventh-Inning Game deserve to be prize stories. A 9 4 BROCKTONIA 55 RECORD, English H. S., Boston, Mass. The outstanding feature of your March issue is the poem entitled 'iMother, by Saul L. Goldstein. You are going about things in the right way by warning students to begin early in their preparation for College Board Entrance Examina- tions. Your magazine is the only one of our exchanges which is man- aged entirely by boys. THE SEA CHEST, Nantucket, H. S., Nantucket, Mass. You certainly have the right con- ception of a school magazine. 'AThe Sea Chest is as quaint and individual as Nantucket itself. lt is very re- freshing to receive such an original publication which smacks of sea stories and salty atmosphere as well as Nantucket. MURDOCK MURMURS, Murdock School, Winchendon, Mass. A'Murdock Murmurs is a very well-balanced magazine containing carefully selected departments. The stories in your last publication were original and entertaining. We would suggest that you try a short story contest. Certainly the talent is not lackingl THE STUDENTS PEN, Pittsfield H. S., Pittsfield, Mass. Brotherly Love is surely the outstanding feature of your April issue. The cover design by Olsen is both well done and very appropriate. We cannot pass by your exchange de- partment without congratulating you on its extent and quality. Your ex- changes exceed those of any other magazine on our exchange list, re- gardless of the size of the issue or number of staff members. Come again! THE WISSAHICKON, Roxbor- ough H. S., Philadelphia, Penn. You too must be congratulated on the quality and quantity of your literature. The Wissahickon is probably the best magazine of its size of all our exchanges. Your clubs have very novel and interesting re- ports. PHILOMATH, Framingham H. S., Framingham, Mass. Brocktonia wishes to congratu- late you on your new department, A'The Poets' Garret. The heading to your literary section is very strik- ing. Our only suggestion would be that you increase your exchanges, thereby making a better balanced magazine. THE SEMAPHORE, Stoughton H. S., Stoughton, Mass. Your honor roll for January and February surely deserves commenda- tion, especially the four who received all A's. We think the April issue of The Semaphore is the best of the year and hope that your graduation number will crown them all. ALOENIM, Mineola H. S., Mineola, N. Y. The Aloenim is a very welcome addition to our exchange department. Your magazine is both entertaining and delightful, but we think a few more stories would add greatly. Why don't you have a story contest, or be- gin a serial story? Your cover de- sign and sketches are quite original. THE BLUE OWL, Attleboro H. S., Attleboro, Mass. Your exchange department is cer- tainly a prosperous one and speaks of a well organized and co-operating staff. The April issue is the best yet, especially the literary department and Owlet Scratches. THE PARTRIDGE, Duxbury H. S., Duxbury, Mass. For an all-round magazine of its size, yours is unsurpassed. Your alumni department is the only one which needs to be enlarged. Do you realize that you have more members on your staff than we have on our 'ABrocktonia staff? LIFE, Vermont Academy, Saxtons River, Vermont. The literary section of your mag- azine is excellent, in fact, it is not surpassed by any other of our ex- changes. Where are your poets? There must be some! We didn't see a solitary poem in your April issue. Continued on page 65 e E 2 Y Q 3 B R O C K T O N I A 57 4 7 by 1 f b, - g Map u W M f-4 lifqs , K i- f X A i w i. U Ill I gms mu - wg- I ' 1 I nwfmvrfi , F A' U, V ,UT it r ,, , we'A!ngS 'l x 4- ,xr , l x a lx Helms, dm ik 'E I Y I ,Musica i Y N 'lf l B Jessi. + .3 . -.A - ll if il'fiI f Q Iwi I Fre i . 'I fm L' 'W , r ' ,I Ai i it l l 1 H Il. lspliri I. , N ' ' ,. - . W. .V --1, . f - .f I - ,,. ,H - I 5 37' :EWR , JI H Bm AGRICULTURAL CLUB During the past year the B. H. S. Agricultural Club has been one of the largest and most enthusiastic activities in the school. It has had a most successful year in every respect. The large display of garden products exhibited at the Brockton Eair in the Agricultural Building proved to be the best the club has ever had and goes to show the interest of the club in agricultural lines. The club meetings for the past year have been very interesting. One of the most pleasant meetings was held at the home of Wesley Eaulk in the form of a Christmas party. A series of talks on cold frames and hot beds was given by various members of the club. Mr. Rye pleased the club with a fine talk on the topic of Personal Experiences in Agriculture . Miss Burke, our faculty supervisor, has given the club many interesting and instructive addresses. The club mem- bers have also had the pleasure of hearing lVIiss Swett, a member of the faculty, give a talk upon her experi- ences among the Mountain Whites of Kentucky last summer. Saturday, April 30, was High School Day at Nlassachusetts Agri- cultural College and our club was represented by twelve members, some of whom are planning to enter that college upon their graduation from High School. The club owes much appreciation to the excellent supervision of Miss Annie L. Burke, and her untiring efforts to make the club a success. Much credit is also due to our presi- dent, John E. Bunton, and to Ered- erick Magoun, chairman of the Enter- tainment Committee. As the school year is drawing to a close, the club members are looking forward to another year of success, and cordially invite all under-gradu- ates who are interested in any phase of agriculture to join the club. Edna Marston, Secretary. THE AFTER DINNER SPEAKING CLUB Mr. George Leach, one of the well known business men of this city. spoke to us about his experiences in After Dinner Speaking. We had the largest attendance of the year at this meeting. On Tuesday, May 24th, which was the date of our last meeting, we elected as president for next year Richard Leach. For the first time in the history of the club, the members attended the banquet at the Commercial Club 10070 strong. It might be well to say 200'Z, as each member was ac- companied by a representative of the fair sex. We had as guests Mr. and Mrs. John E. Scully, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis E. Rye, and Mr. and Mrs. Howard R. Randall. After the ban- quet, speeches were given by four members of the club. Robert Tower's Table Manners were rather late as TT MJ DEBATING TEAXI BROCKTONIA 59 he should have spoken before the at- tack on the food was begun. Philip Rooney extolled the nemesis of the business man: Golf . Paul Ciavarra. who knows from practical experience, told us of the customers he meets in Salesmanship . Ralph Osborne, who spoke on Our Teachers , gave his frank opinion of their virtues in spite of the fact that two of that pro- fession were present. Roger Burrill. our president, was the hilarious toast- master. Immediately after the ban- quet a dance was held to the hectic music of Bill Anglim's Serenaders . Lawrence Weatherbee, Secretary. THE ALPHA TAU DEBATINC1 SOCIETY The Alpha Tau Debating Society has completed one of the most suc- cessful years in the history of the organization. An extensive field of work has been covered. Extemporaneous talks. book reviews, biographical sketches, formal and informal debates have constituted our program. On March 25 an informal debate, the subject of which was Resolved, that student government is bene- Hcial , took place. The subject re- ceived much discussion, the affirma- tive side being declared the winner. April 8 was the date set for the much anticipated humorous debate: 'lResolved, that eyes are more bene- ficial than noses . The following members participated: Helen Mc- Kenney and Anne Maguire for the nasals , Marjorie Burns and Helene Coffey for the Hayes . The nasals won, Helen lVlcKenney being de- clared best speaker. The prize which was awarded the winning team, re- ceived much approval, being 'a bag of lollypops. On May 13 a meeting was held in Room 30 which was in the form of a musicale. A debate, Resolved that 'Aida' is more enjoyable than the 'Mikado' took place. Priscilla Cahill for the negative side and Alice Donnelly for the affirmative were re- buttal speakers. The affirmative re- ceived the decision. A duet was sung by Annie Bana- vich and Priscilla Cahill. A number of well received piano selections were given by Annie Skaves. The life story of Ludwig von Beethoven was related by Alice Ginden. A musical contest was won by Marie Daley and Helen McKenney. who received a rattle and harmonica respectively. A meeting to which all are looking forward is the one to be held at the home of Miss Studley, our faculty adviser. There the picnic-making propensities of the society will be tested. The club owes much to Miss Stud- ley's efforts in our behalf. To her, in a large measure, is our success due. The club wishes to take this op- portunity to say farewell to the members of the Senior Class and to wish them all an exceedingly success- ful future. Respectfully submitted, Alice Ginden, Secretary. BAND The Brockton High School Band, under the leadership of Mr. Frederick W. J. Lewis, has had a very success- ful year of band practice. These last two months the band has furnished music for citizens' night in the High School hall, April 22, the Red Cross drive, May 12, and will play for the class day exercises on Eldon B. Keith field, June 15, if weather permits. The band presented a very credit- able concert on May 13 in the school hall before a large audience. lVlem- bers of the band rendered various solos that proved very entertaining and received high credit. The last rehearsal of the band will be held on June 10, at which time all music will be turned in and small de- tails attended to. Joseph Moody, Secretary. DRAMATIC CLUB As the close of the year draws near, we consider our achievements. At our meetings we have attempted to learn the finer arts of dramatics by producing plays. This has been car- C M 'wfiiwg E55 'a 5 ,., Q N .gg ,. Q ' at W H252 BROCKTONIA 61 ried out to the best of our ability and we hope that the undergraduates will help retain the high standard of our club in the Brockton High School. On 'Wednesday, April 13, a public entertainment was held. A varied program was presented by Mr. E. Eil- more Sadler and Miss Madge Add- lington of the Leland Powers School of Oratory and a play was presented by our club members. Mr. Sadler gave readings from the modern play The Whole Town's Talking and a group of songs. He was accom- panied by Miss Addlington. Also, Box and Car was given by Arnold Bergstrom, John Geary, and Warren Hallamore. Our next meeting proved to be very interesting. An original play, 'AHealth Versus Politics , written by Alice Ginden of the junior class, was produced by some of our members. Those who took part are: Rosamond Stedman, Hascel Rosen, Christopher Clifford, and Theodore Edic. Much of our success is due to Miss Catherine Tuttle and Miss Myrtice Swain. The retiring seniors wish the future Dramatic Club every success, Respectfully submitted, Sophie E. Urburtis, Secretary. BOYS' GLEE CLUB The presentation of the A'Mikado by the combined musical clubs on April 29 showed the talent the mem- bers of these clubs had. The Hrst night all seats were sold and such a demand for tickets continued that the Mikado was presented a second night. Rehearsals as well as all business matters will come to a close soon. Next year, it is hoped, new members will register to fill the vacancies left by the seniors. Joseph Moody. Secretary. CONGRESS Congress has just passed through a very successful year from every viewpoint. Two interscholastic de- bates have been held, and a debate with the Alpha Tau is being planned for an Opening Exercise program. During Boys' Loyalty Week three members of Congress took part in the program put on at the court- house, these three members taking the parts of attorneys and judge, The members of Congress wish the Graduating Class every success in life, and wish all the other classes the good fortune to be admitted to Congress next year. Respectfully submitted, Ralph E. Spear, Clerk. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION CLUB The Business Administration Club met in room 22B May sixth for their monthly meeting. The secretary's and treasurer's reports were read and approved. The subject for the meeting was insurance. Miss Grady, a very fine speaker from Boston, addressed the members on this topic. She said some people regard insurance as a lottery, but they have taken the wrong view. Years ago insurance was regarded as an easy way for some unscrupulous men to make money. Since that time the Government has taken an interest in it, and today there are no fraudulent means connected with it. After her address the speaker passed around circulars and leaflets on the best kinds of insurance to buy and at what age to purchase them. The meeting was brought to a close to meet again for its last meet- ing on the second Thursday in June. Respectfully submitted, Ruth ShurtleH, Secretary. HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA The Brockton High School Or- chestra has been holding its weekly rehearsals, under the direction of Mr, Dunham. We have played for the Senior Class Play, and for all the opening assemblies. During the Music Festival, many of the mem- bers of the orchestra acted as ushers. We wish to express our thanks to Mr. Dunham for the splendid train- ing we have received, because of his capable leadership. Elizabeth Peabody. MJ rf, ? ELECTRICAL CLUB BROCKTONIA 63 THE FRENCH CLUB By far the most successful meeting of the year for the French Club was the May meeting. After the usual opening program, a debate was given by several members of the club. The proposition was from a question aris- ing from an incident occurring in Victor Hugo's Les Miserables , which many of the pupils are reading in French class. The chairman of the debate was Barbara Drake. The affirmative speakers were Catharine Reuell, Emma Gksas, and Stuart Cox: the negative, Elizabeth Robin- son, Roger Riordan, and Francis Murphy. Those speaking for the re- buttal were Kenneth Ulson, affirma- tive, and Cincinnati Montibello, negative. The judges, Pauline Baker, Lawrence Weatherbee, and Nathan Epstein, decided in favor of the negative side. The best speakers were named Kenneth Ulson and Elizabeth Robinson. After the debate, a comedy called Les Deux Sourds , or The Two Deaf Men , was given. The four members of the cast were Dorothy Creeden, Frank Buckley, Frank Celia, and Edward Abraczinski. This play will probably be presented in the assembly hall later, as the annual French play. After singing La Marseillaisen, the club adjourned, well satisfied with the meeting. Respectfully submitted, Ethel Brooks. GERMAN CLUB The German Club has held very many enjoyable meetings this year. Perhaps the most enjoyable one was the Christmas party, held at Miss Long's home. Every meeting has had something of interest to discuss. On April 27, the club gave a recess dance which proved to be very successful. Cn Tuesday, May 10, a meeting was held, at which, a play, entitled Das Gespenst im Pension , was given by the few girls of the club. At this time, plans were made for a picnic to be held May 27, with the French Club, as a final meeting for the year. We feel that this year has been very suc- cessful because of the hearty co-opera- tion of all members, Respectfully submitted, Doris E. Leonard, Secretary. GIRLS' GLEE CLUB The combined Glee Clubs worked very well together in the production of the operetta i'The Mikado , by Gilbert and Sullivan. The operetta was given on two consecutive nights and proved a great success. The Girls' Glee Club presented Mr. Lord, the dramatic director, with a loving cup, and the Boys' Glee Club presented Mr. Dunham, the musical director, with a ten-dollar gold piece. The combined Glee Clubs pre- sented the pianists with a bouquet of pinks. We sincerely hope that many new members will enroll next year. Respectfully submitted, Margaret E. Belcher, Secretary. THE SEWING CLUB Under the supervision of Miss Flint the Brockton High School Sew- ing Club is completing a most suc- cessful year. The remainder of the year we are planning to work on our own pro- jects. The executive committee is plan- ning a picnic in the near future and our last meeting is to be a social gathering. We look back on a splendid year and we hope for a better one next year. Respectfully submitted, Evelyn Gleckman, Secretary. THE STORY TELLING CLUB The Story Telling Club has been meeting regularly with the faculty adviser, Miss Newell. The Stoughton High School Story Telling Club was recently entertained on a return visit. Stories were told by the visitors and members of the Brockton Club. Games were played and refreshments were served. .J FRENCH CLUB BROCK At our recent meeting plans were made for the Memorial Day assem- bly, which will be in charge of the Story Telling Club. The club gift was also discussed. Our last meeting will be held at the home of our president, Miss Betty Copp. The election of ollicers for the coming year will take place at this meeting. Respectfully submitted, Helen Hardie, Secretary. GIVE Continued from Page 55 'ABrocktonia wishes to acknowl- edge exchanges from the following magazines. We have enjoyed and profited by their comments and hope that they will all come again next year: Spaulding Sentinel, Spaulding H. S., Barre, Vermont. Record, English H. S., Boston, Mass. Sea Chest, Nantucket H. S., Nan- tucket, Mass. Murdock Murmurs, Murdock School. Winchendon, Mass. Students Pen, Pittsfield H. S., Pitts- field, Mass. Partridge, Duxbury H. S., Duxbury, lVlass. Philomath, Framingham H. S., Framingham, Mass. Semaphore, Stoughton H. S. Stoughton, Mass. Aloenim, Mineola H. S., Mineola, N. Y. Blue Owl, Attleboro H. S., Attle- boro, Mass. Life, Vermont Academy, Saxtons River, Vermont. Wissahickon, Roxborough H. S., Philadelphia, Penn. The Tattle-Tale, Wareham H. S., Wareham, Mass. Green and White, La Salle College, Manila, Philippine Is. Boston University News, Boston University, Boston, Mass. Beacon, R. I. State College, Kingston, Rhode Island. TONIA 65 Bates Student, Bates College, Lewis- ton, Maine. Pilgrim, Plymouth H. S., Plymouth, Mass. The Meteor, Berlin H. S., Berlin, New Hampshire. Signboard, Bay Path Institute, Springfield, Mass. Bowdoin Orient, Bowdoin College. Brunswick, Maine. Enheld Echo, Enfield Public H. S.. Thompsonville, Conn. Phiz, Pitman H. S., New Jersey. Periscope, Bridgewater H. S., Bridge- water, Mass. Red and White, Rochester H. S., Rochester, New Hampshire. Oracle, Bangor H. S., Bangor, Maine. Lawrence H. S. Bulletin, Lawrence H. S., Lawrence, Mass. Unquity Echo, Milton H. S., Mil- ton, Mass. Abhis, Abington H. S., Abington, Mass. - Burdett Lion, Burdett College, Bos- ton, Mass. L. C. H. S. Gazette, Lynn Classical High, Lynn, Mass. Red and Black, Rogers H. S., Rhode Island. Schola Regia, Edinburgh, Scotland. Vwfatsonian, George VVatson's Col- lege, Edinburgh, Scotland. Broughton Magazine, Broughton Secondary School, Edinburgh, Scotland. Wakefield H. S. Booster, Wakefield, Mass. Northeastern News, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass. Tech News, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, Mass. Chronicle, Haverhill, Mass. Profile, Manchester, New Hampshire. Emerson College News, Boston, Mass. Monad, Belleville, New Jersey. Echo, Winthrop, Mass. Oracle News, Jacksonville, Florida. Continued on page 79 Ti M ri-' ' TEAM I. TBA! FOO B11CDC1QT'OPJIA 67 .a I , 1 if N- 1 1 'ii' lmgw ' A Lf lid ,I A B 1' V 'HAZ .5 BASEBALL The baseball season has started and, up to the edition of this issue, the high school club has been progressing fairly well. For the Hrst half of their scheduled games the local diamonders have won three games, lost three. and tied one. The club is a strong one, young and rather spasmodic. The real trouble with them, when they go wrong, is that they do not know their real strength and therefore have not the conndence that an older team would have. But when they go as they should, they arc all-powerful. Nothing can stop them as they have both fielding and hitting power equaled to that of any high school club in the state. When the nine lost their varsity pitcher and catcher by ineligibility, hopes were rather dim for a successful season, but time has brought much power, invested in such able pitchers as Smolensky, Zedelis, Hollertz, and W. Dumais. Also the two catchers, Ray- mond and Trosky, are but little under par with the best in the eastern part of the state. The regular pitcher that can be depended upon in the tightest of games is our own 4'Honey Smolensky, who has been brought up with a baseball in one hand and a basket- ball in the other, His work has been excellent and many times has he bettered rivals who have been considered among the best of schoolboy hurlers. The regular team now consists of Smolen- sky, pitcher, Raymond, catcher, Clark, Hrst base, Crowe, second base, O'Con,1ell. short- stop, Reagan, third baseg Keough, left field, Bergeron, centerfield, and Semino, right field. BROCKTON LOSES OPENER The red and black baseball nine lost its opening game of the season to Malden High at the Eldon B. Keith field, Saturday, April 30. The final score was Malden 8, Brock- ton 3. The game was replete with good playing on the visiting team's part and un- certain playing on the home team's side. The visitors had had the experience of one extra game than had the Brockton club. Al- though the Brockton boys made but three errors and accounted for but one less hit than did the Malden crew, the team as a whole was slow working and slow thinking. The fray started off like a blood-thirsting battle and lasted thusly until the eighth inn- ing when Brockton's rivals went on a scoring rampage. Hope for a successful season came like the sun from behind the clouds when Brockton Usnapped out of it and tallied three rounds in the last stanza. Gaudette and Lupien were the outstanding stars for the visiting aggregation. O'Connell, Crowe, and Reagan showed to good advantage for the Brockton club. The summary: MALIJEN HIG11 bh ab r tb po a c lirrwin Zb , W , , 5 1 1 1 1 1 0 Oleary lf ,,,,, , , 5 1 1 1 'l 0 0 Gaudette ss , , 4 2 1 1 3 5 0 Shea cf ,,,, , , 5 1 1 1 3 O 0 Smith lf p ,,, ,, 4 1 1 Z 0 l O Brown c , ,,., ,, 4 0 2 2 8 0 1 Traymor lb . , , 4 0 1 1 9 0 0 Dc Perrin Bb ,,, 3 1 0 0 1 Z 0 1.upien p lf ,,,,, ,,, 3 1 0 0 1 2 0 Totals , ,,,,,, , 37 8 8 9 Z7 11 1 BROCKTON HIGH ab r bh rb po a c Reagan 3b , , , 5 0 0 0 3 0 Z Crowe Zb W , 2 1 1 1 1 3 0 O'Conne11 ss , , 4 1 'S 3 0 1 1 Bergeron cf ,,,,, 4 0 0 0 2 O 0 Semino rf W ,,,,,, 2 1 1 1 0 0 0 Washburn rf ,,,, . . Z 0 0 0 0 0 O l'Ciampa ,, .,,, , 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 iieough lf . 2 0 0 0 2 0 O .,iBaiorunos W 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Clark 1b ,,,, , , 3 O 0 0 8 0 0 Raymond c W ,, 3 O 0 0 10 0 0 Trosky c ,, ,,,, ,,, 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 Smolcnsky p ,,,,,, ,,, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hallamore p ,,,. ,,, 3 0 1 1 0 2 U Totals ,,,,..,. , 32 3 7 7 27 7 3 Innings 1 Z 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Malden ,,,,,, ,,,, 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 3' - 8 Brockton , ,,,, 0 0 0 0 0 O 0 0 3- - 3 Two-base hit, Shea. Slolen bases, Brown Z, Kerwin, O'l.rary, Smith. Double play, Claudette to Traymor. llits, off Lupicn, 6 in 9 innings: off Smith. 1 in 1 inn, ing, olf Hanamoru. 7 in 8 innings: off Smolensky, 1 in 1 inn.ng. Bascs on balls, off Lupien, off Hallamore, ofl' Bumolensky Struck out, by Hailamore, 9, by Lupicn U, by Smolcnsky. Hit by pitched balls, Kcough, Crowe. Passed balls. Raymond 2. Brown. Umpires, NVells and Murphy. Tfiiiivnpa baltvd for Keough in ninth inning, iBaiorunos bailed for Clark in ninth inning NEXV BEDFORD WHITEWASHED 10-0 The Brockton boys made a startling come- back after their defeat at the hands of the Maldenites and laced the New Bedford High club to the tune of 10 to 0 at the riva1's Held in the distant city. w BROCKTONIA 69 A The Red and Black boys were unstoppable and looked as good as gold throughout the entire combat. Both their fielding and the hitting was of the highest order. Due to the ball being dead, the hits were limited to singles and doubles. The tilt proved a HIIZZICH as a battle but was an excellent batting practice for the Shoe City boys. The entire infield played errorless ball and Smolensky and Raymond worked well to- gether as the battery. New Bedford's strength layed in Tiffany and Gero, second baseman and short stop, respectively. The summary: BROCKTON HIGH ab r bh tb po a c Reagan 3b ,,,, ,,,,, 6 I 3 3 I 3 0 Crowe Zb ,,,, ,,,,, 5 I 2 Z 3 I 0 O'Connell ss .. ,,,,, 3 0 0 0 4 2 0 Bergeron cf .,,, ,,,,, 4 I 2 Z I 0 0 Zedelis p ..,. ,,,t 0 O O O 0 O O Semino rf ...W 3 I 0 U 0 0 0 Hollertl p ,.,, ,,,,, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Cousens rf ..,.,, ,,,,, 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vfashburn lf ,,,,, ,,,,, I 0 0 0 I 0 O Keough If ,,.... .,,,, 3 1 0 0 2 0 0 Clark lb ,,.. .,... 5 Z 3 4 9 0 0 Trosky c ,,,.,, ...., I 0 0 0 I 0 0 Raymond c ,,,,,,, .... 4 Z 3 3 5 I 0 W, Dumais p ,,,,,,.... I O O U U 0 0 Smolensky p ,,,,,t,t,, , 3 I 1 I 0 I 0 l'Ciampa ..,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, I 0 0 0 0 0 0 Totals .... .,.,,,, ,,,,, 3 9 10 I4 I5 27 8 0 NEW BEDFORD HIGH ab r bh tb po a c TKut ..,,..,,,,,, ,..i. l 0 0 0 0 0 0 Lipman 3b ,,,, ,,,. 3 0 l I I 0 0 ICDI2 ....,,,,, ,,.,, I 0 0 0 0 U 0 Gero ss .W ,,,,, 3 0 I l Z 6 0 SGoldberg W ,,,,, I O I Z O 0 0 igcf ey ,,r,, 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ti ss ,.,, . ,,,,, Z 0 0 0 4 3 0 Mc ie lb ,,,,, 3 0 0 0 10 0 I Steve s cf ,i,,,, ,,,,, Z 0 O 0 3 0 O Drew If ,,..,. ,,,,, 3 O 0 U 3 0 U Goslin rf ,,...... ,,,, 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 DiIVIelI0 rf .,,, ., I 0 U U U 0 I Tripp p ,,,,,, ..... 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 Karl p ..,,, ,,,,, 0 0 O 0 0 I O Totals ,,,, ,,,,,,,,,, Z S 0 3 4 2 7 I I 2 Innings I Z 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Brockton .,,,,,,.,, 4 0 4 2 0 0 O 0 O+l0 Two-base hits, Clark, Goldberg. Sairiflge hits, Smolensky. Stolen bases, O'Connell 3, Reagan, Crowe, Bergeron, Raymond, Smolensky, Tiffany. Double play, Gero to Tiffany to McKenzie, Hits, oH Smolensky, I in 4 inningsq off Zedelis, I in 2 innings: off Dumais, I in l inning, off Karl. l in I inning: off Nl. Tripp, 5 in 2 innings: off Pierce, II in 7 innings. Bases on balls, off Zedelis, off Karl 3, off Tripp. Struck out, by Smolensky 4, by Ledelis. by Pierce, by Dumais, by Karl, by Pierce Z. Hit by pitchqd ball, Goslin, Berger- on. Umpire, Laneaux, 'lI3atted for Zedelis in eighth inning, TBatted for Lipman in ninth inning. iBatted for G:ro in ninth inning. 5Batted for Tripp in ninth inning. HBatted for Tiffany in ninth inning, QUINCY IS VICTOR Coupling their hits in the third inning and placing them in the right spots, Quincy High scored a 5 to 2 victory over Brockton High at the Eldon B. Keith field, Friday, May 6. Zedelis, Brockton's first pitcher of the tilt, Went along smoothly until the third inning, when he cracked and allowed four runs to cross the plate. The other Quincy run came just before this when Bennett slammed out the first home run of the season. At this point of the game, Coach Stalf sent Honey Smolensky to the mound. Smolen- sky immediately checked the Quincy attack and allowed but one hit for the rest of the game. Brockton scored their two runs in the seventh inning through a Iielder's choice, an error, and a three base hit. After Smolensky went into the box, the remainder of the battle resulted in a pitcher's duel, with Smolensky getting the better of his rival, O'Brien. The summary: QUINCY HIlGhH ab r lb pu a e Cfameron cf ..... ,,, 4 I 1 2 3 0 0 Vdhittum cf ,, , , I 0 0 0 0 0 0 Grogan Zh ..... 3 I 0 0 I 4 2 Ross lb ,....,. 4 I I I 5 0 I Bennett c . 4 I 2 5 13 0 0 O'Brien p ..... 3 O 0 0 0 2 0 Sadlier ss ,... 4 0 I I 2 0 0 Gezzerely rf .... 4 0 I 2 0 0 0 Riley 3b .. . ..... .,.. 3 I I 2 I 0 0 Greenhough lf .. . .,,, 2 0 0 O Z 0 0 Conners If ..... .... l 0 0 0 0 U 0 Totals ,, .. ...,., 33 5 7 I3 Z7 6 3 BROCKTON HIGH ab r bh tb po a e Reagan 3b , ,, 3 0 i I I 0 I 0 Crowe 2b ,,. 4 0 I I 0 I I O'ConnelI ss ,, 4 U U 0 0 0 0 Bergeron cf ..... 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 Semino rf ,...... . . Z ll I I I 0 U VVashburn If ...... ., Z O O O U 0 U Keough lf ........,. 1 0 0 0 I 0 0 Bairorunos lf ...,,. ., l U 0 0 U 0 0 'Ciampa .,....... , , 1 0 0 0 0 O 0 Clark lb .,...., , 3 I I I 8 0 ll Raymond c ..... ..,, 3 I l 3 16 0 0 Smolensky p .,,,.. W 3 0 U 0 O 2 0 Zedelis p ..,..,.... .. 0 0 O U 0 2 0 Hollertz p ...,. I 0 O 0 I 0 0 Totals ,, ,........ 32 2 5 7 Z7 6 I Innings I Z 3 4 5 6 7 3 9 Quincy ............ 0 I -I O 0 U 0 0 0 - 5 Brockton ....,..... 0 0 U 0 0 O Z 0 O' - 2 Two-base hits, Riley, Cameron, Gezzercly. Three- hase hit, Raymond. Home run, Bennett. Sacrincc hits, Riley, Connors. Stolen bases, Semino, Raymond, Btn' nett. Double play, Cameron to Grogan to Ross. Hits, off Zedelis, 5 in Z 1-3 innings: oi Smolensky, 2 in 5 Z-3 innings: off O'Brien. 5 in 9 innings. Bases on balls, off O'Brien 2, off Zedelis, off Smolensky. Struck out, by Zedelis 3, by Smolensky ll, by Hollcrtz 2, by O'Brien I3. Passed ball, Raymond. Umpires, Murphy and XVells. RED AND BLACK SCORES 6 TO 4 TRIUMPH Brockton High resumed athletic competi- tion with Whitman High, May 10, at the rival city, and handed them a 6 to 4 setback. The game was fast and spectacular. It was in the fifth inning that Brockton overcame an early Whitman lead and the seventh stanza when they tallied the winning runs. Smolensky pitched brilliant ball after the lirst inning and allowed the Whitman boys but two hits. He was ably backed up by his teammates who showed more fight and ginger than has ever been invested in a Brockton High baseball tilt. Plausse, the Whitman pitcher, also dis- played a line hurling game. Bradshaw, the home club's short stop, also gave a fine exhi- T3 . SASK FTHAIJ, SIECOND TEAR, BROCKTONIA 71 bition of play, making four assists and three putouts. O'Connell and Crowe were the stars for the visiting team. O'Connell made three assists and two putouts. Crowe connected for a double and also contributed two assists and two putouts. The heavy hitters for Brockton were Ber- geron and Raymond. Bergeron made a double and a triple, and Raymond slammed out a three bagger, The summary: BROCKTON HIGH bh ab r rl: po a e Reagan 3b ..... ..,,,, 4 1 1 1 0 2 0 Crowe 2b ,,.,.. .W 4 1 1 Z 2 Z 0 O'Connell ss ,,,... .W 3 1 1 1 2 3 1 Bergeron cf .,,,, W. 5 Z Z 5 0 0 0 Semino rf ,,,.,.. .,,,,, 4 1 0 0 0 0 U Keough lf ,,,,,,r,.. .W 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 Xvashburn lf ,e,ee. ... 1 0 O 0 0 0 0 Dumais lf ,,,,,,, ....YY 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 Clark lb ,,,,,, ,..... 4 0 1 1 10 1 U Raymond C ,,,,, ,.,... 4 0 2 3 1 1 2 1 Smolensky p ,,,,,,,..... 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 Baiorunos ,,,,, ... 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Totals eee. ee....,YY 3 7 6 3 13 27 10 2 WHITMAN HIGH ab r bh tb po a e Brouillard lf ,,i,,,.,,,,. 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 Bradshaw ss W. .,,... 4 1 1 1 3 4 0 Corliss cf e,,,e ...... 4 1 0 0 Z 0 0 Plausse p e,,ee ..,. . . 4 1 0 0 0 3 0 Benson c ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,., 4 1 2 3 11 O l NNheland 2b .W ,.,... 4 0 0 0 l 3 1 Raby lf ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,. 4 0 O 0 2 1 0 Raynes 3b WWWW 2 O 0 0 0 0 1 Lessard lb WWWWW ,,.... 2 0 1 1 8 0 O TSrevenson ILamborghini Totals .,.. .... .,,,,.,, 3 0 4 4 5 27 1 1 3 Innings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Brockton .,,...,,,W 0 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 Off 6 0 0 0 0-f-4 XVhitman , ..., ,,,, 4 O 0 0 O Two-base hits, Benson, Crowe, Bergeron. Three-base hits, Bergeron, Raymond. Sacrifice hits, Brouillard. Lessnrd. Stolen bases, Raymond, O'Connell 2, Berger- on, Benson. Hits, off Plausse 8 in 9 innings, off Smolensky 4 in 9 innings. Bases on balls, off Plausss 4, off Smolensky Z. Struck out, by Plaussc 9, by Smolensky. Hit by pitched ball, Semino. Vilild pitch, lilausse, Dumais. Passed ball, Benson. Time of game. Zh. l0m. Umpire, Wells. 1'Batted for Dumais. 'l'Stevenson batted for Wheland. 1l1l.amborghini batted for Raby. NEVJTON NOSES BROCKTON IN ELEVENTH STANZA Newton High won an eleven inning battle from Brockton High at the Eldon B. Keith field, Saturday, May 14, with a score of 4 to 2. The game was a pitcher's battle from the beginning to the end. The first three innings went scorelecs for both teams. Brockton made all of its scor- ing in the last half of the fourth stanza. Newton scored one run in the sixth and another in the eighth. The one in the eighth was due to a mix-up between three Brockton players who went after the ball at once. Keough in left Held yelled for the catch and the other two, Bergeron and O'Connell, stopped to let him take it. But Keough, running in at top speed, was DOE quite fast enough to make the catch and the ball fell at his feet, and the run came over home plate. For the next two innings, the ninth and tenth, no runs were scored. But in the eleventh stanza Newton tallied the two win- ning runs. The first of these two runs was made after Raymond, Brockton's catcher. interfered with the batter when he saw the Newton man coming home from third base on Smolensky's wind-up. The other run came as a result of a two-bagger made by A. Wilson with a teammate on second, base. Spain of Newton and Reagan and O'Con- nell of Brockton were the stars of the game. The two pitchers, Smolensky of Brockton and McCleary of Newton, hurled exception- ally fine ball. The summary: NEWTON HIDEH ab r lb po a C ' 3 3 5 Spain ss .... ..... ...... 4 2 2 1 De1Vlille lb .,... .,..., 4 1 1 1 11 1 0 lVIcCleary p ..,.. ....,. 5 1 3 5 0 5 0 H. Anders c . ..,,., 5 0 0 0 12 1 0 White cf ...,.. ...... 3 0 1 1 4 0 0 Reilly rf ,..,,..,. .W 3 O 0 0 O 0 O A. Wilson rf ...... Z 0 1 2 0 0 0 Schainfain 2b .... W. 3 O O 0 3 1 0 Warren 2b ..... .W 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 Fletcher 3b ,..., .W 3 O 1 1 O 1 0 Stout 3b ................ 1 O 0 0 0 0 0 P. Anders lf .......... 4 0 0 O 0 0 0 Totals .... ......... 3 0 4 9 13 33 14 1 BROCKTON HIGH ab r bh tb po a e Reagan 3b ..... ...... 5 0 1 1 1 4 U Crowe 2b ..... ...,.. 4 1 O O 1 1 0 O'Connell ss .W ...... 4 0 0 0 8 2 0 Bergeron cf ..... ...... 4 l 0 0 Z 0 0 Raymond c ..... ...... 4 O Z 2 ll 0 0 Clark lb ...W ...... 4 0 1 1 8 1 0 Semino rf ..... ...,.. 4 0 0 0 1 ll 0 Keough lf ....... ...... 3 0 1 l 1 1 0 Smolensky p ..,..,...... 4 O 0 0 0 3 0 Totals ................ 36 2 5 5 33 12 0 Innings 1 Z 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 Newton ,W 0 0 0 0 O 1 0 1 0 O Z 4 Brockton . O 0 0 Z 0 0 0 0 0 0 0---Z Two-base hits, Spain, A. Wilson. Three-base hit, NlcCleary. Sacrifice hits, Dellflille, O'Connell. Stolen bases, Spain, White, Reilly, I'. Anders, Clark. Basses on balls, off Smolensky Z, off 1VlcCleary Z. Struck out, by Smolensky 9, by McCleary ll. Time of game, Zh. 45m. Umpires, Murphy, Vvlells, BROCKTON 5, DURFEE 5 Two errors cost the Brockton club a victory, Tuesday night, May 17, when they stacked up against Durfee High of Fall River in a twilight tilt at the Eldon B. Keith field. Through sheer drive during the eighth and ninth innings, the Red and Black aggregation tied up the game, which had to be called at the end of the nine innings on account of darkness. The final tallying recorded five runs for both teams. The game was a hummer because of the hardrhitting, spectacular playing and the drive of the Brockton club in the last two stanzas. Coach Stalf used three pitchers, Smolen- sky, Zedelis, and Hollertz, throughout the classic. The star of the Fall River team was Moson, the pitcher. Reder of Durfee High also played fine ball, making many beautiful stops at first base. The players to show best for the home club were Reagan, Bergeron, and O'Conne1l. TEAM RELAY PIONSHIP AM CH The summary: BROCbKTON I-LIICH b i ab r bh tb po a c ' ' Reagan 3b ..,., ,,,,,,, 4 l 3 5 1 2 l glgwc 21? ' Z i 1 5 2 2 8 Crowe Zb , ,,,, Z 0 0 0 l 0 0 B anne gs ' , O 5 , 0 0 1 o Connell ss ,7,, 5 z 1 3 1 2 0 Rffgffondf - 2 0 1 I 5 0 0 Bergeron cf ,,, .. , 5 1 2 3 2 l 0 Cfylrmab C ' 3 0 0 0 19 0 0 Raymond rf , ,, . 3 l 0 0 2 l 0 'ir ' ' 'W ' . iiorunos rl' ,, ,,,, l 0 O U ll U 0 Clark lb , ,, W 4 0 Z Z ll l l Hoiiem p 1 o 11 0 0 1 0 Kmugh lf V - 4 0 0 ll 3 0 .. ' ' Hollertz ,, , ,,, 3 O 0 U 0 5 O fcnnnpn ., ,,,, 1 ri 0 0 0 0 0 P Zedelis p . ,,, l 0 O 0 r 0 1 1 T T T- T A ' T' 1' T semino If W 1 0 U 0 O 0 0 0 Totals ,,, ,, , , 34 4 8 ll 30 17 Z Tfoskv f . --VY VVVV 3 0 0 0 5 2 0 NEEDHAM mon Smolensky lf p ..,.,,,, 3 0 0 0 Z Z 0 Ab I 1,11 11, po J C 7 Y' ' m ' 4 'W 'W ' ' Godfrey cf , W , 5 l 3 E 2 0 0 Totals , 32 5 10 13 27 13 3 Smith lb U Y YW 3 0 2 2 12 0 0 DURFEE HIGH Carter ss , ,,,, 5 U 0 0 3 1 0 ab r bh tb Po J C Castagnetty lf , ,,, 5 l 2 Z l 0 Z Olivier rf ,,,, ,,.. 4 Z 1 2 2 0 l ?PJ1'kf5b3b W ,,,, 3 ? 5 gb ff T 0 A h d lf ,,,,, ,.,, 4 l l l 0 0 0 -H110 ,. , ,,, U 11,g:,,.:gn Bb WY IQQM 4 0 1 1 1 1 0 Vincent rf , ,W , 4 O 0 0 0 0 0 Rgdu lb YYYY --AY 4 Q 0 0 10 0 0 Drinkwater c ,,,. ,,,,, 4 0 l l 9 0 l -1-Ury rf Alrr 3 1 1 2 1 0 8 Oakinari p , , ,, 3 0 0 0 0 4 0 Regan ss ,,,, , ,.,, 2 l 0 0 l l 1 'i -' '-' 1 1 Demoe Zb ,,,,, ,.,, 3 0 l 1 l 0 O Totals -, H ,,,, 28 3 'J 'LU lU 5 Ledoux c ,,,, ,.,, 4 0 1 1 11 0 0 Innings 1 z 1 4 5 6 7 fa 1: 10 Mason p ,,,,,, ,,,,,,, 3 0 0 O 0 7 0 Brockton W 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1W.4 h f' ' ' ' E 7 rg 'I Needham ,, 0 0 l U U Z Ll ll ll 11 5 Qlnitiigs ' ' 1 ' 31 3 54 S 6 72 8 9 S Ttffyo-base hit, Reagan. Three-base hit, Bergeron, .afri cc hits. Smith Z, l.an'. Cl k, B ' ., 0 k- Bmckton ' O O 0 0 2 U 0 2 lg 5 man, O'Connell. Stolen bases, Crciilye, GBd,fTen?gO'CBn- Durfec ,,,,, ,,,, O 0 2 1 l l 0 0 0-f 5 Y Two-base hits, Terry, Olivier 2, Reagan Z, Bergeron. Sa'ritice hits, Crowe 3, Trosky. Regan. Stolen bases. O'Connell 4, Archard, Regan, Olivier, Ledoux. Double plays. Bergeron and Clark, Raymond and Clark. Hits, off Smolensky 4 in 3 l-3 innings, ol? Nloson 10 in 9 innings, off Zedelis Z in 2-3 inning. off Hollertz l in 3 innings. Bases on balls, off Moson 2, off Smolen- sky 1, oil' Zedelis l, off Hollertz 2. Struck out, by Moson ll, by Smolensky 3, by Zedelis 2. Hit by pitched ball, Reagan, Archard. Passed ball, Ledoux Z. Time of game, Zh. 5m. Umpire, Murphy and NVells, ffiainpa batted for Zedelis in sixth. RED AND BLACK VICTOR AFTER 10 INNING BATTLE ln a ten inning game, replete with hard hitting, the Brockton High baseball nine nosed out Needham High, Friday, May 20, on the Keith diamond. The final score was Brockton 4, Needham 3. Rooters were conspicuous because of their absence. The game was too good of a fray for any baseball enthusiast to miss. Needham made two of their runs on an error by Bergeron in centerneld. Brockton tallied their points on their hard hitting and base stealing ability. The same Brockton man to make the cost- ly error was the star of the game by dint of his hard hitting. With three hits credited to him, Bergeron knocked in every single run. lt was his hit in the tenth inning, with O'Connell on second base, that spelled defeat for the gamely rivals. Hollertz pitched fine ball for the Brockton club, although at several times he did not re- ceive the support that he should have from his teammates. Skeets Reagan and Philly O'Connell were the outstanding stars for the home ag- gregation. ln the visitor's field, Carter at short stop and Sparkes at third base were the shining lights. The summary: nell, Bergeron. Double play, Sparkes to Lane to Smith. Hits, off Hollertz 9 in 10 innings, off Oakman 8 in 'J l-3 innings. Bases on balls, off Oakman 2. Struck out, by Hollertz 5. by Oakman 8. Time of game, lh. 45m. Umpires, Murphy and Wells. 9'Onc out when winning run was scored, TRACK The high school track club has been doing wonders since leaving the boards and exerting superfluous energy on terra nrma . Under the leadership of Captain Snooky Lendh the tracksters took second place in thc Worcester Interscholastic meet, won the Rhode Island State College Interscholastic classic, easily outpointed Mechanics Arts, and bested the strong Newton high duel meet team. The club is an all-around aggregation which has power in every event. Although strongest in the field classics, they can be de- pended upon to add considerably to the nnal standings by their runs. Perhaps there is more ability invested in this year's outdoor track team than in any other club in the history of the school. The boys should come through with the state title again this year. They have the necessary point-scoring men that are sure to come through with second and third places even if they can not capture the nrst prize medals. lt is this fact that strengthens Brockton's chances in the Harvard stadium, June 4, Besides the regular club, Coach Chamber- lain has many younger boys training with him on the Eldon B. Keith field daily and it will be these youngsters that will bring the laurels to the Shoe City in the future years. Whenever possible, the coach has given these boys a chance to compete with hard competi- tion for the experience which will fit them for varsity timber in later years. TT , CHAMPIONS RLS' HOCKEY GI SENIOR BROCKTONIA 75 SENIORS LORD OVER LOWER THREE CLASSES The Seniors showed up the rest of their :choolmates in the annual interclass meet held at the Eldon B. Keith Held Friday, April 29, and collected 64 points. The nearest class to them were the Sophomores with 24M units. The Juniors did not obtain the final place that they were slated for and came in the standing third with a scant 18 points The Freshmen were also running and came off the field with 312 points. ' Dud Davidson was the high scorer of the meet with 1212 points to his credit. Closely following him was Charles Driscoll with 10 points. The summary: 100-yard dash---'First heat, won by Oulette, '29: Paterno, '29, second. Second heat, Won by Lucicr, '28: Stewart, '27g second. Third heat, won by Driscoll, '27: Knight, '28, second. Final heat, won by Driscoll, '27: Paterno, '29, second: Lucier, '28, third: Oulette, '29, fourth, Timc, 10 3-5 seconds, 220-yard dash- -XVon by Driscoll, '27: Paterno, '29, second: Oulette, '29, third: Lucier, '28, fourth. Time, 23 2-5 seconds, 440-yard run-fWon by Poirier, '27: Kane, '30, second: Adams, '27, third: Welch, '29, fourth. Time, 56 seconds. 880-yard run!-Won by Barry, '27: Clark, '28, sec- ond: Knight, '28: Fitzgerald, '28, and Gullbrants, '29, tie for fourth. Time, 2 minutes 9 seconds. One mile run+Won by Shaughnessey, '29: Clark, '28, second: Gibbs, '29, third: Cireene, '29, fourth Time, 5 minutes 15 seconds, 120-yard hurdlesfwon by Farrell, '29: Davidson, '27, and Knight, '28, tie for second: Oulette, '29, fourth. Time, 15 seconds. Running high jump7Won by Davidson, '27, height, 5 feet 7 inches: Adams, '27, second, height, 5 feet 6 inches: Prince, '27, third, height, 5 feet 5 inches: Poirier, '27, fourth, height, 5 feet 3 inches. Running broad jump-Won by Prince, '27, distance. 20 feet 1-yi inches: Poirier, '27, and Donnelly, '27, tie for second, distance, 18 feet 10 inches: Davidson, '27, fourth, distance, 18 feet 7 inches. Pole vault+Tie between Davidson, '27, and Lanoue, '28, height, 9 feet 5 inches: Stuart, '27, second, height, 8 feet 8 inches: Donnelly, '27, and MacArthur, '30, tie for fourth, height, S feet, Shotput-Won by Moynihan, '27, distance. 39 feet 8 inches: Donnelly, '27, szcond. distance, 39 feet 6 inches: MacDonald, '27, third, distance, 37 feet 11 inches: Taylor, '27, fourth, distance, 37 feet, Points--'27, 64 points: '29, 24M points: '28, 18 points: '30, 3M points. BROCKTON SECOND IN WORCESTER CLASSIC The Red and Black tracksters showed superiority in their class at the Worcester lnterscholastic track meet and came home in second place with 191-Q units. Schenectady High from New York, not held to any age limit, won the meet, easily rolling up the large sum of 4lLQ points. Worcester South was the next nearest school to Brockton with 13 units. The meet easily surpassed the two previous classics, both in record times and distances and in the enthusiasm shown by the com- petitors. Many records were broken and several of the events on the schoolboy card surpassed the performances made by the Massachusetts Aggies and the Worcester Col- lege boys in their dual meet which was held jointly with the finals of the schoolboy meet. The Brockton boys annexed one first place, two second places, one tie for second, two thirds, and two fourths for their tallying. The Brockton boys to score were Captain Alton Lendh, Earl Taylor, Dud David- son, Bunny Prince, Lester Morrill, Gill Stewart, Joe Poirier, and Chris Clifford. The summary: 100-yard dash'-Won by F. Morin, Spencer: :H. Griencr, Schenectady, second: Proctor, Springfield Tech, third: Toolin, Leominster, fourth. Time, 10 2-5 seconds. 220-yard dash -Won by A. Lendh, Brockton: A, Smith, Worcester' South, second: Proctor, Springfield Tech, third: Reed, Newton, fourth. Time, 22 3-5 seconds. 440-yard runf'--Won by L. Andrews, Worcester South: M. Pratt, Worcester Commerce, second: Caisse, Leominster, third: Poirier, Brockton, fourth. Time, 52 3-5 seconds. 880-yard run+Won by McCrudden, Newton: S. Grodman, Schenectady, second: L. Morrill, Brockton, third: A. Loguidice, Schenectady, fourth. Time, 2 minutes 6 1-5 seconds. One-mile runfWon by R. Gould, Vlorcester South: T, E. Cobb, Mansneld, second: R. Ritchie, Schenectady. third: W. Ricker, Concord, fourth. Time, 32 1-5 seconds. 120-yard high hurdlesfWon by M. Cohn, Schenec- tady: D. Davidson, Brockton second: R. Barron, Wor- cester North, third: E, Eves, Schenectady, fourth. Time, 17 seconds. 220-yard low hurdles-Won by E. Record, Brook- line: R. Barron, Worcester North, second: D. Putnam, Worcester Commerce, third: C. Clifford, Brockton, fourth. Time, 26 2-5 seconds. High jump-fWon by Nl. Cohn and Ashman, Sche- nectady, height, 5 feet 8311 inches: tie for third, Moisio, Fitchburg, and Ebeldare, Newton, height, 5 feet 7M, inches. Pole vault+Won by Van Wert, Schenectady, height, 10 feet 9 inches: Brown, Leominster, second, 10 teet 6 inches: Stewart, Brockton, third, 10 feet 3 inches: Tompkins, Concord, fourth, 10 feet. Running broad jump-Won by F. Morin, Spencer, distance, 20 feet 2 inches: Van Wert, Schenectady, and E. Prince, Brockton, tied for second, 20 feet: Bloom, Commerce, fourth, 19 feet 9M inches. Shotputfwon by E. Eves, Schenectady, distance, 43 feet 5 inches: E. Brown, Leominster, second, 43 feet 3941 inches: Blomberg, Leominster, third, 42 feet llyi inches: Asbjornson, Concord, fourth, 42 feet 5 inches, Discus throwfwon by E, Eves, Schenectady, distance, 113 feet 3 inches: E. Taylor, Brockton, second, 107 feet 3 inches: Barouski, Schenectady, 105 feet 8M inches: L, Brown, Leominster, fourth, 105 feet ZZ inches. LOCALS DEFEAT MECHANICS ARTS 46 TO 31 The Red and Black tracksters took the Mechanics Arts boys into camp, May 12, at the home held, with a score of 46 to 31. The meet was filled with hollow showings in both the fielding and running. The day was rainy and the track soggy. Both of these facts tended to slow down the runners and instilled an air of laziness into them. The Brockton runners showed by their performances that they hadn't expected any tuff competition from the first. The visit- ors, anxious to gain a victory over the highly talented rivals, worked themselves to the limit from the first. Thus, the outcome. Brockton gained two all-Brockton wins when they grabbed all places in both the 880- yard run and.the running broad jump. The summary: 100-yard dashffWon by Salome, Mechanics Arts: second, Lendh, Brockton: third, Oulette, Brockton. Time, 10 3-5 seconds. TT -Mi gw BROCKTONIA SENIOR GIRLS' BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS BROCKTONIA 77 220-yard dash-Won by McManus, Mechanics Arts: second, Oulette, Brockton: third, Paterno, Brockton. Time, 24 1-5 seconds. 440-yard run-Won by MacLennen, Mechanics Arts: second, Poirier, Brockton: third, Burke, Mechanics Arts. Time, 55 seconds. 880-yard run4Won by Dalton, Brockton: second, Shaughnessy, Brockton: tied for third, Morrill and Sheehan, both of Brockton. Time, 2 minutes 13 2-5 seconds. 120-yard hurdles-Won by McCarthy, Mechanics Arts: second, Healey, Mechanics Arts: third, Clifford, Brockton. Time, 15 4-5 seconds. Running high jump-Tied for first between Prince and Davidson, both of Brockton, height, 5 feet 7 inches: third, Joseph, Mechanics Arts, 5 feet 5 inches. Running broad jump-Won by Prince, Brockton, distance, 20 feet 3M inches: second, Morrill, Brockton, 19 feet 6 inches: third, Davidson, Brockton, 18 feet 4 inches. Shotput+Won by Donnelly, Brockton, distance, 39 feet 3 inches: second, Moynihan, Brockton, 37 feet 9 inches: third, Salome, Mechanics Arts, 32 feet 11M inches. Relay--Won by Mechanics Arts CSalome, MacManus. Burke and MacLennenj: second, Brockton fOulette, Lendh, Knight and Paternoj. Time, 1 minute 18 seconds. Final score, Brockton 46, Mechanics Arts 31, BROCKTON BOYS BEST IN RHODE ISLAND The Red and Black track club traversed the long and weary distance ,to Kingston, Rhode Island, Saturday, May 14, to com- pete in the annual interscholastic track meet held at the state college, only to find that the diminutive state had no aggregation that could touch the Brockton flyers. The Shoe City boys amassed a grand total of 59M points. The nearest school to Brockton was Hope High of Providence with 28M points. The meet was all-Brockton from the start to the finish. The Red and Black tracksters gathered in every point in the run- ning high jump and the first three places in the running broad jump, That the track sport is A number 1 in the minds of the Rhode Islanders was verified by the fact that nearly 3,000 people watched the classic. To the tune of these three thousands of voices Brockton came home with the 59M units, scoring in every event that they com- peted in except the hammer throw and the one mile run. The summary: 100-yard dash---Won by G. Troy, Hope: A, Lendh, Bro kton, second: A, Fay, Technical, third: H. Roy. XX'oonsocket, fourth. Time, 10 4-5 seconds, 220-yard dash-Won by G. Troy, Hope: A. Lendh, Brockton, second: H. Roy, Woonsocket, third: K. Doane, East Greenwich, fourth. Time, 24 1-5 seconds. 440-yard run-Won by L. Morrill, Brockton: F. McMillan, Technical, second: E. Barry, Brockton. third: Hamlet, Woonsocket, fourth. Time, 54 1-10 seconds. 880-yard run--Won by G. Chabot, LaSalle: Walker, Technical, second: Caley, East Providence, third: H. Holt, Hope, fourth. Time, 2 minutes 11 1-10 seconds. One mile run-Won by G. Chabot, LaSalle: J. Drury, Hop:, second: Kennedy, Commercial, third: J. Hanley, LaSalle, fourth. Time, 4 minutes 50 1-5 seconds. Two-mile run-Won by M. Kingsbury, East Provi- dence: W. MacManus, LaSalle, second: K. Dalton, Brock- ton, third: F. Schiffman, LaSalle, fourth. Time, 10 minutes 17 seconds. 120-yard high hurdles-Won by D. Davidson, Brock- ton: J. Cole, Hope, second: W. Grant, Hope, third: Smith, Woonsocket. fourth. Time, 17 5-10 seconds. 220-yard low hurdles-Won by W. Grant, Hope: C. Knight, Brockton, second: Carpenter, Pawtucket, third: Sheehan Vkloonsocket, fourth. Time, 29 seconds. Running broad jump-Won by J. Poirier, Brockton, distance, 19 feet 1172 inches: L. Morrill, Brockton. second, distance, 19 feet 10 inches: E, Prince, Brock- ton, third, distance, 19 feet 9 inches: F. Bemis, Hope, fourth, distance, 18 meet 9M inches. Running high jump-Won by J. Poirier, Brockton. height, 5 feet an inches: D. Davidson, Brockton, second, height, 5 feet 756 inches: J. Adams, Brockton, third, height, 5 feet 6Mg inches: E. Prince, Brockton, fourth, heighth, 5 feet 5943 inches. CTies record.J Pole vault-fXVon by J. Buonanno, Commercial, height, 10 feet 6 inches: R. Stewart, Brockton, and B, Buonanno, Classical, tied for second, height, 10 feet 1 inch: F. Bemis, Hope, and H. Kelley. Pawtucket, tied for fourth, height, 9 feet 9 inches. CNew recordj lJaveline throw-Won by E. Taylor, Brockton, distance, 124 feet 9 inches: Huey, Pawtucket, second, distance, 121 feet 7 inches: Cook, Technical, third. distance, 120 feet 2 inches: Labossier, Woonsocket. fourth, distance, 117 feet. Shotput-Won by Carney, Pawtucket, distance, 44 feet 72 inches: J, Donnelly, Brockton, second, distance, 4,1 feet 10M inches: Harottunian, Pawtucket, third, distance, 40 feet 724 inches: A. Weiner, Hope, fourth. distance, 40 feet 6 inches. Discus throw-+Won by E, Taylor, Brockton, distance, 102 feet 336 inches: Oden, Pawtucket, second, distance, 92 feet 8 inches: O. Berg, Hope, third, distance, 91 feet 10M inches: Trice, Cranston, fourth, distance, 91 feet 4M inches. -Hammer tlirow--Won by O'Connor, Woonsocket. distance, 137 feet 11 inches: Horton, Cranston. second, distance, 119 feet 2-Z4 inches: Greene, Cranston, third, distance, 113 feet 896 inches: Tataosian, Woonsocket. fourth, distance, 112 feet 6 inches. THREE RECORDS SMASHED ' IN GREAT MEET In one of the best schoolboy dual meets of the season, Brockton High defeated Newton High on the Eldon B. Keith Held, Saturday, May 21, with a score of 53 213 points to 32 1f3 units. Every race was closely competed except the pole vault, the only event in which a New- ton man did not score. Three records were broken, the pole vault, 220-yard dash, and the 100-yard dash, The new records established were 10 feet 6 inches for the pole vault, 10 1f5 seconds for the century dash, and 23 seconds for 220-yard dash. The 120-yard low hurdle record of 14 475 seconds was tied by Fullerton of Newton. The high scorer of the meet was Captain Alton Lendh with 11M points. Fullerton was a close second with 11 units and Don- nelly of Brockton was third with 9 points. The summary: 100-yard dash--Won by A. Lendh, Brockton: Fuller- ton, Newton, second: Oulette, Brockton, third. Time, 10 1-5 seconds. 220-yard dash-Won by A. Lendh, Brockton: Fullqr. ton, Newton, second: Reed, Newton, third. Time, Z3 seconds, 440-yard run7Won by Morrill, Brockton: Rey- nolds, Newton, second: Barry, Brockton, third. Time, 54 Z-5 seconds. 880-yard runfWon by McGrudden, Newton: Hes- sion, Newton, second: Dalton. Brockton, third. Time. 2 minutes 8 seconds. 120-yard low hurdles-Won by Fullerton, Newton: Davidson, Brockton, second: Clifford, Brockton, third. Time, 14 4-5 seconds. Running high jumpf-Won by Ebelhare, Newton, height, 5 feet 7 inches: tie for second between Poirier and Davidson of Brockton and Hammond of Newton, height, 5 feet 6 inches, 'Running broad jump-Won by Prince, Brockton, distance, 20 feet 4 inches: Poirier, Brockton, second, distance 20 feet 2 inches: Morrill, Brockton, third. distance. 19 feet 8 inches, Ti 1 l 1 1 MMA Pole vault- -Tie for first between Stewart and Don- nelly of Brockton. height, 10 feet 6 inches: Davidson. B R O C K T O N I A 79 Dial, Brattleboro H. S., Brattleboro, Vermont. Brockton, third, height 10 feet 3 inches. Shotput--Vlon by Donnelly, Brockton, distance, 40 feet 4-M inches: McQuire, Newton, second, distance, 39 feet 5 inches: Taylor, Brockton, third, distance, 35 feet 9M inches. RelayfXVon by Brockton fl.endh, Poirier, Barry and Morrilll: Newton KR. Cole, F. Cole, Reed and Fuller- tonl. Time, 1 minute 15 4-5 seconds. Final score- Brockton 53 2-3, Newton 32 1-3. GIRLS' SPORTS With the close of the basket-ball season, the girls took great interest in track. After arduous practice the Senior girls competed with the Junior girls in a meet. The Seniors carried off the honors with 24-in- 20111, victory. The participants were: Dash -First. Doris Chase: second, Doris Leonard: third, Hazel Tighe: fourth, Doris Fuller: fifth. Kath- erine Severse. Running High JumpfFirst. Evelyn Davis. 4 ft. 4 in: second, Edna Wallow, 4 ft. 3 in.: third, Doris Leonard, 4 ft. l in.: fourth, Gertrude Clancy, 4 ft. l in.: nfth. tie, Bernice Stevenson, Louise Leary, Frances Barry, Barbara Ripley. 4 ft. Basketball Far Throw---First. Barbara Ripley. 63 ft. 2 in.: second, Gertrude Clancy 63 ft l ' ' third, , , ln.. Doris Fuller, 62 ft. 3 in.: fourth. Frances Barry, 57 ft. ' 56 fr 6 in 6 in.: nfth, Edith XX'hite, Those girls who have earned 30 points in the State Track meet are as follows: Seniors: E. Barry E. Lindquist G. Clancy M. Naves A. Donnelly B. Ripley H. Flannagan K. Severse D. Jenkins N. Smith L. Leary S. Urburtis D. Leonard C. Zarkofsky Juniors: D. Euller G. Wedge R. Jenkins E. XVallow B. Stevenson Helene Coffey. KCGIVEU Continued from page 65 Round-Up, Western H. S., Detroit, Michigan. Quill, Kingston H. S., Kingston. Mass. Shuttle, H. S. of Practical Arts, Boston. Mass. Harpoon, Dartmouth H. S., Mass. Senior, Westerley H. S., Rhode Island. Stetson Oracle, Stetson H. S., Ran- dolph, Mass. Noodler, E. Boston H. S., E. Boston. Mass. Jabberwock, Girls' Latin School, Boston, Mass. Enterprise, Keene, H. S., Keene, New Hampshire. W. H. S. Debater, Wakefield, H. S.. Wakefield. Mass HONOR LUNCHEON Continued from page 45 decorated in pink and white and those of the Senior class in red and white, the class colors. Nut baskets and vases of carnations were arranged at each table. After a most delicious luncheon, the president, Mrs, Fuller, welcomed the guests and introduced the speak- ers of the afternoon. Mrs. Kenrick Baker spoke on Friendship Here and in her toast dealt mainly with the Club and the City. Miss Betty Peabody, who has been an honorary member of the Woman's Club for the past year, touched in a very entertain- ing way on the friendship between the High School girls and the Club. Mrs. Harold Keith, with her subject 'Friendship There , gave some of her experiences in friendship While travelling about the country. The last toast was given by Mrs. Grace Morrison Poole who told the impres- sions of friendship which she had re- ceived in foreign countries, her topic being Friendship Everywhere . After the Chairman of Education, Mrs. Allen, had said a few Words, Mrs. Fuller presented the certificates of merit to the Honor pupils. These are very similar to those given the boys by the Rotary Club. Mr. Scully and Mr. Rye thanked the Club members for their recognition of these girls. The Vv'oman's Club hopes to con- tinue this work another year, as the members feel that previously not enough stress has been placed upon scholarship in proportion to the honor received in other activities. 'U 1 M4 ff BRO TONIA. 95 AUTOGRAPHS 519 CLASS OF 1927 Shfh 1 CI:ASS OF 192g - Qwa if . JWMQWW Q7 ' Q BM: 'T 52'-,,15,'Wf.rHx LJ Q T Q ,fue K If f jwipeiifw 3 4 - Zfigwiiii Mfg, M A NX lqgi ix ,. WWBQ wwf f3! X BROCKTONIA G+? AUTOGRAPHS 30 CLASS OIT CLASS or 1130 f S S-Q' S TT ' , BROCKTONIA G5 AUTOGRAPHS 36 TEACHERS MISCELLANEOUS N BROCKTONIA Q11 AUTOGRAPHS 19 MISCELLANEOUS MISCELLANEOUS 1 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 Yi V SEWING CLUB BROCKTONIA 53 R TO SCHOOL-DAY FRIENDSHIPS O Friends, with whom so many happy days Have sped on golden wings through sunny hours, ln winter's icy gales or April's show- ers, We've tried to keep our friendships true, always. We've had our days of struggle, days of praise, We've lived and loved, in sun and rain and flowers, Till now we sally forth to prove our powers, For here has come the parting of the ways, Let not our sadness fill our hearts at parting, Nor let our smiles be hidden by our tears. Oh, let us now rejoice, on life's trail starting, And let ambition conquer all our fears, Our aims all difficulties ever thwart- ing, While mem'ry school-day friendships still endears. Dorothy Irving, '27. R i Q57 l I v lg OI. HO HIGH SC UND BROCKTONIA SCLNE5 FROM THE NEW BULLDINO 88 B R 0 C K T O N l A ' J tv .-.,..,., Vibv i ,,A, If -.--- V '.'-, --- -- ,,: -:: , r 'W' , t 1 - - ',.- , 1-21' 'E 4-A - ,E 31' Z :'- . 5 , 73? - H .A , 1- ,,: , ? K5 H, ,VQQ . ,VA' i . .'vb 4 w.l, ' ... 1 What's the trouble, kid, Why are you crying? UAW! me kite won't fly, and me old man made it out of fly paper, too. wk Pk :if if Doctor: Did you open both Win- dows in your bedroom as l specified? Patient: No sir, There is only one window, so l opened it twice as wide. -EX. x- Qs- ff :if Mistress: 'ilVlary, you've left your finger prints on every plate. Mary: Well, mum, that shows l've done nothing to be afeared of the law. ve :if ak as Elderly: i'I've still got the first dollar l ever earned. Closeman: 'AYou are a fool to have kept it. Think how much more you could have bought with it then. -EX. fs- Qs- :of 1- Tourist: CAfter bumping over unusually bad roadl UI-lave you peo- ple no pride in your roads? Native: l'Well, I'll say we have. They call this the Worst road in eighteen counties. DF elf Pk elf Little Doris had just heard of curing hams. i'Oh, mummy, she exclaimed, how funny it must be to see all the little hams sitting around getting better. --EX. Professor: What do you mean by saying that Benedict Arnold was a janitor? Fresh: The book says that after his exile he spent the rest of his life in abasementf'-Ex. x we X- Pk l suppose there are many prob- lems which Polar explorers seek to solve? Yes, replied the intrepid travel- er, a great many. MWhat do you consider the most important? 'iGetting back. -EX. Pk Pk Plf Pk Ralph's father was a doctor and Ralph liked to get hold of an old medicine case and hat and play that he, too was a doctor. One day when the telephone rang he c alled out 'Somebody Wants me! and snatch- ing the hat and case hurried out the door. 'Come back and shut the screen door, called his mother. Ralph obeyed reluctantly. When he returned a bit later he looked solemn. Well, how did you Hnd your patient, Dr. Ralph? his mother in- quired. 'ADead, the boy replied accusing- ly. i'Died while l was coming back to shut that door. -EX. 4- 11- if Pk ls football an American game? No, 1t's a rush-in. -EX. BROCKTONIA 89 'iTried your new auto yet? Yes, had a ine ride. Go fast? Not so fast as the cop. That's where the fine came in. -Ex. X X X :of Jeffrey: MSO your son has been in- jured and is coming home from col- lege? Briggs: 'iYes, he sprained his ukelele linger. -EX. at va :uf :sf A negro was whitewashing a fence. A passer-by watched him a while and asked, l'Sam, why don't you get a brush with more bristles in it? Wha' foh? replied the aged worker. Why, if you had a good brush you could do twice as much work. Yassah, but Ah ain't got twicet as much wu'k to do! -EX ek 24: an :sf I can't sing since I worked for a baker. Why not? I can't get any higher than dough. -EX. ek ak fo: ek Smoke poured from the loud- speaker. What was the trouble? UI-Iad Pittsburgh on the wire. --Ex. ek ek ek ek lst Tuff: If I hit you, you will never forget it. 2nd Tuff: If I hit you, you will never remember it. -EX, bk wk vs vs 'iWhen thirsty you should drink milk. It's good for the blood. 'AI know. but I'm not blood thirsty. -EX. if Pk Pk ff Ouchl that hit me in the syna- goguef' Where? In the temple. -EX. asf Pk af Dk I am from Providence. Are you? No, R. I. -Ex. Young Knut: I say, waitah, nevah bring me a steak like that again. Waiter: i'Why not, sir? Young Knut: 'Alt simply isn't done, old thing. -Ex. Dk Jr if X 'AWel1 Elmer, how did you make out in the examination for fireman, last week? Ah refused. The first question asked was how far was it from the earth to the moon, so ah told them that ah didn't want the iireman's Job that had to answer such long runs. bk ak :sf ak When I was a child, said the Shoemaker, my father wanted me to be a tailor. I'm glad he didn't have his way. I should have starved to death. How do you know that? his friend asked. ' Because in all twenty years that I have been repairing shoes on this corner, not one person has asked me to make him a suit of clothes. -Ex. Pk we bk X A college boy's letter to Dad: No mon' No fun, Your son, Dad's reply: HToo bad 'Tis sad, Your Dad. Pk ak x lf I could have bought that prop- erty for a song three years ago, And you couldn't sing? Oh, I could sing, but I couldn't get the right notes. :af ak wk x She: What animal is that? He: It looks like reindeer. She: Did you hear me ask you what kind of an animal that is? lf Pk Pk :of Returned tourist Cto his friendj: Well, I liked Paris and Rome but the best part of the whole thing was the trip over. Don't miss that, whatever you do, if you go to Europe. L., 90 BROCKTONIA The bells must be obeyed they say, And I'll admit this rule holds sway. But above all the rest. The bell I like best Is the one at the close of the day. W. I-I.,'29. Pk Pk ak wk Marjorie Cto her bobbed parentj: Mother, do you wear your hair like mine because you are in your second childhood ? -Ex. :sf fx: Pk PF Bredern, we must do something to remedy de status quo, said a Negro preacher to his congregation. Brudder Jones, what am de status quo? asked a member, Dat, my brudder, am de Latin for the mess we'se in. -Ex. :sf ,sf X :sf I was not going thirty miles an hour, not twenty, not even ten: in fact, when the officer came up, I was almost at a standstill. Magistrate: I must stop this or you'll be backing into something. Ten dollars and costs. if we ak ek Landlord: I'm going to raise your rent next month. Tenant: Thanks, old man. I was just wondering how I could do it ak ak lk lk Do you know that Leap Frog Song?- I canft get over a girl like you, or the live-and-ten-cent store rag- How many dimes? ak Pk 4: ak Pop to 4-year-old Bob: Why are you rubbing your lip? Is it sore? Bob: UNO Daddy, my mustache hurts. -Ex. :ze :of ak :sf Who is that fellow with long hair? I-Ie's a fellow from Yale. Oh, I've heard of those Yale locks. :sf wk as: :ff Why does the professor have all those letters tacked onto his name? That shows he got there by de- grees. -EX. Farmer: 'ASamanthy, do you want me to bring you anything from the city today? I-Iis wife: Yes, Si, you might bring me a few jars of that traffic jam I see advertised in the papers. :sf wr :sf Pk Tommy's first school report, which was promising, read Try- ing. The second term's report revised his parents' hopes by stating Still Trying. The next report, however. dashed all hope to the ground. It read, 'AStill Very Trying. -Ex. :sf vs ak bk 'fLet's go down to the station and see the train dance. Aw, trains don't dance. Yes they do, because there's a train going to Charleston at twelve o'clock. Pk Pk wk :of A'Mrs. Caswell, while you were in Venice did you see the Bridge of Sighs? l Oh, yes, I saw what they called that. but my land! I've seen bridges ten times its size without ever going out of Utah. -Ex. if ,sf fo: as Autoist: Hello! Wat smatter? Ford driver: Won't go. Autoist Let me start it. Ford driver: Well, how did you do it? Autoist: I just said: 'Lizzie, this is Henry speaking' :of sf 4: X 'ASambo, I don't understand how you can do all your work so quick- ly and so well. I'll tell you how 'tis, boss. I sticks the match of enthusiasm to dc fuse ov energy. and iust natchurally explodes, I does. -Ex. bk ff ve ik Farmert 'flxin' 'ow be lawyer Barnes doin', doctor? Doctor: Poor fellow, he's lying at death's door, Farmer: There's grit for u, at death's door, and still lying, BROCKTONIA 91 'AI bought a car yesterday. What kind is it? It's an 'Ash'. You mean a 'Nash, don't you? ENO: 'Ash'-secondhand 'Cole'. - x. Pk ek bk Ik The electrician had arrived home at 3.00 a, m. and was sneaking up- stairs when his wife greeted him thus: A'Watts the matter? Wire you in- sulate? bs: wk :sf ak A dying man insisted on purchas- ing a new pair of shoes. Upon be- ing asked the reason he told his friends he didn't want to stub his toe when he kicked the bucket. ac ek at ak One rook received a letter from his mother and this is an extract from it: Dear Son: I do wish you would not shoot the little craps. Remember that they love life as well as you do, Ex. xakwkak 'AI don't care if you do hire a thousand men. You can't hold a candle to what I make, No. 'What is it? Gunpowder --Ex, ak ak :sf ak i iloez I call her my Mohammedan gir . Herb: Mohammedan? Yes, I Mecca do this and I Mecca do that. -Ex. Pk wk :sf :sf She: 'AI wonder who invented that superstition about Friday being an unlucky day. ' He: Oh, some poor fish. ak ak 11: ak Rooney: Which would you sooner be in Casey, an explosion or a collision? Casey: In a collision. Rooney: Why? Casey: Because, in a collision. there ye are: but in an explosion where are ye? A sophomore and his pal were at the theatre for the first time. He noticed the word i'asbestos printed on the curtain. What does 'asbestos' mean? he asked. Be still and don't show your ig- norance, his chum replied, it's the Latin for 'Welcome'. :nf ff :sf :sf Dad: Is there anything worse than to be old and bent? Son: Yes-to be young and broke. :oc :lf ff :sf Two northern girls in Florida were comparing notes on the jour- ney. We had a sleeper, of course, said the first. Its name was the Oskaloosaloosahatrairie. Ours was the Kumquatriof' A hobo who was listening in pan- handled: Ladies, could you spare a dime or two bits? I came all the way from Ontario in the Boxcarario and I'm trying to get back in the Refrigf eratoriof'-EX. PK :sf :sf 114 The night was dark and stormy, the driver had lost his way and his wife was waxing sarcastic in the back seat. A pole appeared in the rain with a sign on it. He stopped. climbed it and using half a hundred matches, read cheerful news. 'AWhat does it say? yelled the wife, Wet Paint, groaned Father and thereupon he climbed down, 4: :af x :sf Alice: Berger is downright mean. Grace: Why Alice? Alice: Well, he wrote to me say- ing he shot a crocodile seven feet long and that when he shoots another he will have a pair of slippers made for me. I'll never speak to him again! Ex. :sf we if sk He: Do you ski? She: Silly, you know I don't speak a word of Russian, rf 5 , BROCKTONIA Z E MEOW! There sits he on the fence with brazen airs. The moon o'er head her silv'ry splendor hides. Not so with him. His beauty he declares, And to the sleeping world his love confides. An answer from the dank and inky dark, A scramble on the ragged, jagged fence, And then two silhouettes are seen to park. Oh! will not some kind soul go drive them hence? The two, a black and tiger I declare, Were objects of a dire cat-astrophy. A shoe did cat-apult against them there And sent them off to cat eternity. The wicked feline yowlers thus did die. And so will all who dare my sleep defy. Ko-Ko Donnelly, '27. Q Q. W WALSK-OVER SUMMER SPCDRTS Vacation shows of Character, styled to the minute with all the quality and fr that goes V with WalkfOveT5 ' My wi GEC E. KEITH COMPANY gm .W u...M , .. CAMPELLO - BROCKTON . MASSACHUSETTS EMR W 41 To P BROCKTONIA ,.,, Q 4 - z' if A WWE? Sow ,.:v??Q:Ey. 'iff mi? N the completion of two years with HBROCKTONIA,n your printers join the many others in wishing the class of twenty-seven every success, and wish to acknowledge the real spirit of co-operation displayed by the editors in making BRocKToN1A a magazine which reflects credit on the school and city. Wi NICHOLS 8 ELDRIDGE Qrinters 52 CITY HALL SQUARE - BROCKTON PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA A ..! D tt QW P ff, ,' V f A f f E a 2 K' JVM 2Y 'ifYffm., , 'il I I Z5 4: Q ,E Alf I M ' 5 t gg 'if S U A Cx I:-.Li Al Sl C14 .44 5 06JCYJCYs90A900J0k906J0fJ0k55J0OsDUOx9tNJO0J0k9OMDOn90M9 ANY men and many women date their success from the day their savings helped them to take advantage of an op- igsfiifhqa portunity. Start to build to' day towards that time when opportunity knocks at your door. We wish you suceess in all your future endeavors, and cordially invite you to start on the road to success by opening your account in this institution. PEOPLE8 SAVINGS BANK ' 221 MAIN sr.. BP.ocKroN PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS L 96 BROCKTONIA MY OURNEY T M I O ECCA Continued from Page 53 so fascinating. Here I hoped to rid myself of the Egyptian friend who was now proving rather obnoxious. He was so confoundedly curious! I had acquired a whole Arabian family, including a wife and two children, before I finished answering his ques- tions. To add to my consternation, he insisted upon conducting me to the Tomb of Eve, a rude stone structure just outside the city. Although I did not see anything very remarkable about this mausoleum, I prostrated myself before it, like a true Moham- medan. After this ordeal, I made sev- eral unsuccessful attempts to lose my admirer in the crowd. Just at this moment, the hour of prayer was announced from the near- by minaret. I gingerly knelt on the dirty pavement and touched my fore- head to the ground. When we again assumed a civilized position, I felt the eyes of several upon nys. Hlnlidell Infidel! The words were pounded into my brain. Now what had I done that was not Mohammedan etiquette? But I did not stop to reflect on this enigma: I simply ran. Closely fol- lowed by my pursuers. I stumbled in- to an empty shop. Crouching close to the wall, I heard them go thunder- ing past. When the dust had sub- sided, I drew my small pocket mir- ror from the innumerable folds of my burnous. Alas, the dark paint which I had so carefully applied to my fore- head had remained' on the stones of the street. No wonder the poor Mo- hammedans could not understand a freckled Arab. Fortunately I had provided myself with some extra paint, but now I would be recog- nized. I must disguise myself further. I sat dejectedly on the floor and visioned this sad ending to my dream, Then a bright thought occurred to me. If only I could somehow acquire a beard or even a mustache. I de- termined to remain in concealment until dark, and then relieve some handsome young man of his whisk- ers. I was not compelled to wait long and soon stole forth into the streets. For once, luck was with me. There, sleeping in the courtyard, lay a Mohammedan with the longest, thickest, and blackest beard I had ever seen. I almost felt sorry for him, as I brutally deprived him of the product of years. With the help of some surgeon's plaster which I had brought, I managed to construct a fairly presentable beard and mus- tache. With my lineaments concealed by this symbol of manhood, I sauntered forth. The next day, feigning a cold in order to account for the brevity of my responses. I set my face toward Mecca with the few remaining pil- grims. After walking for several days in the boiling sun, I began to wish heartily for some American shoes in place of the uncomfortable sandals. Just as I was about to give up, my companion, a young Moham- medan, shouted, LookI Lookin There in the distance lay our goal. We entered the great city just at sunset. My companion and I deter- mined to explore the city as quickly as possible. The next morning, we hastened to the Kaaba, the holiest place of the Mohammedans. The whole atmosphere filled me with awe, for the pilgrims regarded so seriously the kissing of the black stone! I em- braced this stone after the manner of the others, but I thanked my guardian angel that I had brought an antiseptic to use afterward. Later my young friend and I trudged to the hill of Arafat, twelve miles distant, where we listened to a very learned sermon of which I could not compre- hend more than one word in thirty. My ignorance must have shown in my face for I began to feel being re- garded suspiciously. At the first auspicious moment, I dashed to a horse nearby, mounted and while the audience gasped, rode for my very life. On and on I rode. Suddenly, I lost my hold, and felt myself go- ing down, down-and my dream ended. Barbara C. Drake, '27, I in BROCKTONIA i F. Fulgmdii gSO1'1S CentralMusicCo. i - i EVERYTHING 011073 i IN MUSIC FOR MEN AND WOMEN -:- -:- 1 'l n 24 West Elm Street 5 22 Centre Street Telephone 6406 BROCKTON j ii SPEPIALISTS i In Misses' and Women's Upfto-thee i Minute Dresses, Coats, Sweaters and Ready-tofWear Garments i , i i , i i BROCKTON CAMPELLO QWRIS QDRUG QQSSTORE Safe, Satisfying Service ONSET FALMOUTH P T I- OUR ERT I. 98 BROCKTONIA THE LOST JEWEL Continued from page 32 Joshua seized his sole means of de- fense. The rustic couple sat in si- lence waiting for the advancing foe. Suddenly the steps drew near, and stopped beside the wagon. Oh! cried a girlish voice, it's a wagon. So it is, said Joshua, 'ibut it won't look like a wagon to you, if you come too close. 'Bob we'll hide in the bottom of it until they pass, said the girl to the silhouette beside her. I beg your pardon, ma'am, in- terrupted Sal, but the wagon ain't no hiding place for suspicious char- actersf' But we must hide, you see- i'Wait a moment, Dot. I'll ex- plain it all to them. This came from the figure which had remained silent until this point, i'See here, old man, continued the person called Bob, we've got to hide. They'l1 be here any moment, and if we're caught-. Well, it's useless to say what will happen. Joshua leaned toward Sal. i'Did you hear what he called me? Old man indeed! The young upstart! That's all the respect the younger generation- HNever mind the preaching, Joshua. Let's hide them in the wagon. It sounds like a false story, but they might be thieves. If we hold them, we might get a reward. What makes you think they're thieves? 'iJust look at that black bag she's carrying. Isn't that big enough to carry a house-full of silver? 'AI say, there. How about it? Do we hide or not? Oh, they're coming! We'll have to. With this remark, the young person called Dot, vaulted over the side of the wagon, with Bob close on her heels. Put that blanket over them, commanded Sal, HI hear a motor, Joshua was just performing this task when a limousine appeared on the highway. The car stopped beside the wagon, and a figure burst forth from its midst. The lights from the wagon revealed an elderly gentleman, greatly agitated and excited. i'My' good people, have you seen them? They must have passed you, unless they went through the woods. I must find them! Oh my precious jewel! My jewel! I'll give any- thing in the world to recover-. Well, why don't you say something? Speak! Tell me! have you seen them? Who-o-o-o? stammered Joshua. We don't know what you're talking about, shouted Sal, with a vigorous pound on Joshuais foot. HA young man and lady, my dear woman. That's who I Want. They've escaped, and I'll give any- thing to recover my jewel. i'Did you hear that? hissed Sal into her husband's ear. They are thieves. They've stolen his jewel. He's going to give a reward for their recovery. Let's keep them at our house until we find out whether they're the real ones. Then to the gentleman, No, sir, we haven't seen the likes of them around here. Me and Joshua was just going home. HThat's all right, ma'am. IVI'1'1 sorry to have disturbed you. Thank you. Good evening. The gentle- man entered his car, and drove away. When the car had disappeared from view, Joshua used the whip un- sparingly on old Dobbin's back, and the wagon proceeded toward the Perkins' homestead. Now don't you be making any attempt to escape, shouted Sal to the miscreants on the floor. We've got a revolver. Oh! gasped the feminine voice beneath the blanket. Guess it's their first offense, Maw. They seem to be mighty in- experienced not to have planned a better get-away. Experience or no experience. Joshua. They're worth a good re- ward, and we're going to get it. Continued on page 108 BROCKTONIA Visitors Always Welco ms Associated Stores in Fifteen New England Cities .Making Houses Into Homes That is the mission of this great store fe- to provide the correct set' ting for pride, contentment and inspiration. It will be counted a privilege to serve you, Whether it is your thought to furnish or re- deeorate one room or your entire home. Atherton's Everything for the Home,' 41 Centre Street Brockton, Mass. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTNSERS VW .J M BROCKTONIA C. F. Dahlbora Of Sons PLUMBING : HEATING : ROOFING SHEET METAL WORK Hardware and Paints TELEPHONE 4390 CAMPELLO, MASS. H. M. CHRISTENSEN CO. .Ea MANUFACTTJRERS OF fa., RAZORS and SHOE TOOLS 961 MONTELLO STREET BROCKTON, MASS. W. R. MORSE Hatter and Furnisher 1120 MAIN STREET CAMPELLO F. L. BRACONIER Page 5' Shavfs and Cynthia Sweet Chocolates GUARANTEED FRESH 1145 MAIN STREET CAMPELLO PATRO I F R D RT SERS BROCKTONIA L. RICHMOND 8 CO. PAINTS WALL PAPERS arid. 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It's impera- tive, he says: one lung is already nearly gone. She Hinched, a look of agony came over her pale young face. Oh, Honey, can't you hold out a bit longer until We've enough cou- pons for a new rug? Pk Pk Pk PF Now, tell us about it.-Why did you steal the purse? Your Honor, I Won't deceive you-I was ill and I thought the change might do me good. -EX. First Cannibal: The chief has hay fever. Second Cannibal: Serves him right: We warned him not to eat the grass widow. -EX. ff X ek X He: Can you give me a sentence with the Word beet used correctly? She: No, but I can sing you the Beet Song. What's that? A'Beet ever so humble, there's no place like home. -EX. Pk af Pk X What has become of Schmidt? He went to America and has made a name for himself there. A'HoW? He calls himself Smith now. Bk DK Pk Pk Oh, how I miss you tonight, sang John as he Was playing bil- liards. C. H. FORSBERG SL CQ. 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I 34 School Street, Opposite City Hall 15' 4 THE HOME IS A FRIENDLY BANK O '3 BKJLMWJQQMJXQQWQLwwglmmlwwpfimwjaywwgvcfwmjq PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA y UNIVERSITY ORTHEASTERN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND ENGINEERING FOUR-YEAR PROFESSIONAL COURSES IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE CIVIL ENGINEERING MECHANICAL ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING CHEMICAL ENGINEERING ADMINISTRATIVE ENGINEERING LEADING TO TI-IE BACI-IELOR'S DEGREE THE CO-OPERATIVE PLAN Alternate study in coIIege and practice in the industries under super- vision affords the student an opportunity to earn fl considerabIe part of his college expenses. REGISTRATION Students admitted to the Freshman Class in September or january may be ready for the Sophomore work before the following September, Catalog and Infovmation Sent Upon Request NORTI-IEASTERN UNIVERSITY Department of Admissions MILTON J. SCHLAGENHAUF, Director Boston, 17, Massachusetts PAT RONI1' D rl ADX FR FISER BROCKTONIA Qi mp BRoc:KToN SAVINGS BANK The Oldest and Largest Savings Bank in Brockton Qgofam A5565 iisggma go Headed Right Much can be tolcl aboutul-low to Succeedny but after all, it's hard Work for an honest purpose, giving the best that's in you to the job and saving something regularly, that heads a fellow the right Way. Let your savings grow with us DEPOSITS RECEIVED FROM 51.00 to 454,000.00 JOINT ACCOUNTS FROM 51.00 to 58,000.00 Banking by Mail ACCURATE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE CQRNER MAIN AND COURT STREETS nThe Bank on the Hiil,' ii? IE PR RON ZE OUR ADVERTISERS , 108 BROCKTONIA THE LOST JEWEL Continued from Page 98 This odd group finally arrived at the farm. While Joshua was giving Dobbin his due meal in the barn, Sal led the culprits to the spare-room. You'll stay in this room for to- night. Don't try to escape. The windows and doors are all locked, and we've got a mighty clever watch- dog below that window, warned Sal. HBut we both can't stay in this room! beseeched Bob, casting a critical look at the small room. i'I'd like to know why not? questioned Sal, resenting his look. 'AOh, well, you see- attempted Dot. 'iNever mind any alibis. You'll stay in this room, because it's the only one we've got to put you into: unless you'd like to sleep in the barn with the horse. A look of horror spread over Dot's face. 'AWell, I'll be leaving you with your guilt, con- tinued Sal, but remember what I said about the dog! With these threatening remarks, Sal stalked out of the room, turned the key in the lock, and walked heavily down the stairs. A moment later, she tip-toed cautiously to the guest-room door, and placed a trained ear at the key-hole. 'lWhy did we ever do it, Bob? sobbed Dot. 'iAh, she admits that they stole something, thought Sal. f'Never mind, dear. We'll have to get out of it the best way we can, soothed Bob. Go to sleep and dream of how it might have turned out. 'iBut I can't sleep here. Oh, that meddlesome woman. If she hadn't been .so sure, and she renewed her weeping. The door downstairs slammed. and Sal took refuge in her bedroom. lest Joshua should discover her eaves- dropping. The night passed rather calmly in Perkins' abode, regardless of the anxiety in two young hearts. When the rooster had crowed his welcome to the morning sun, Joshua and Sal arose to begin their daily chores. As yet, no noise had issued from the guest-chamber, so Sal and Joshua made their plans for surrendering the thieves, and receiving their reward. At ten o'clock precisely, the couple unlocked the door, and entered the guest-room. Not a single wrinkle had been made in the bed. The villains had escaped! No! There was Dot, covered with Bob's coat, and huddled in the rocking chair. Bob had stretched his length across two chairs. After some vigorous shaking on the part of Sal, the guilty youths awoke. Sal took her position as spokesman for the Perkins' house- hold. Now, my young people, we're not going to make you confess, but we do want to see that jewel you've stolen. When you've come to your senses, we'll take you to the kind gentleman whom you've robbed. Then, let your conscience tell you what to do with the jewel. My good women, yawned Bob, what are you driving at? 'iThe jewel which you stole. Jewel? queried Dot who was just collecting her senses. What jewel? The one you stole from the old gentleman who overtook us last night. broke in Joshua. Dot and Bob looked at one an- other. Then, the truth dawned on Bob. He broke into laughter, and then, a look of anger filled his face. He advanced toward the astounded ltusband and wife saying, You meddlesome old fools! We didn't steal any jewel. We were elop- ing. The only jewel which was stolen is Miss Dorothy Longworth, daughter of Judge Longworth, and the jewel of his heart. Now if you think you have interfered sufliciently with our plans, we'll leave this Continued on Page 127 BROCKTONIA 109 . , More You Tried Qtr lee Grew . Twelue WJMENMADE CAN D I E S iflfffin 294 NCRTH MAIN STREET Look for the Yellow Sign Telephone 7520 ton Imported from Paris gigjjghr . . - Azz Hana,Maae Deauville ,- ' .Q ww vwwx' K S d 1 3 :Pk QV 'iQ'..y. These handfmade braided leather Sandals are the smartest and most comfortable shoes that can be worn. French lasts, Paris styles, and we show them in Black and White, Beige and White, Rosewood and White, Green and White and Blue and W'hite. We alone show them here. sEcoND ' SECOND F L o o R Pro o R QOLYMPIA BLDGBROCKTON Are You Willing to be Judged by Your Home? .al a-l-+-1a-- Anytime is Rufurnishing Time 000 Your Home Should Come First aid H- 1a It reflects your habits, your tastes, your success. To all who enter, it flashes an immediate message and a lasting im' pression. Elllagg X: militia Gln. Furnishers of Happy Homesn 93 MAIN STREET BROCKTON, MASS. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 41 BROCKTONIA 65:59 H. W. ROBINSON CARPET CO. Cgpeeiaity QYULOZZSQ CARPETS, PLUGS, DRAPERIES, WINDOW SHADES TELEPHONE 580 27-81 MAIN STREET BROCKTON, MASS. 1 The New Fashions Misses' Wear COATS, DRESSES SPORTS WEAR, I-IOSIERY, UNDERTHINGS JEWELRY, TOILET PREPARATIONS Always Available at the WM. R. COOK CO. 284-286 MAIN ST., OPP. BELMONT I BROCKTON, MASS. B gy , B! No Two Dresses a efzf e zofqoe Alike . A Real Treasure Box in COOK BUILDING Teachers and students presenting this advertisement will receive TEN PER CENT. discount on all purchases. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTI FRS BROCKTONIA Special Price or DIPLOMA FRAMES Tl I. oe- EACH Bring It In Now While Clean 966 OUR SELECTION f CARDS mfr GIFTS PGR GRADUATES IS WELL WGRTI-I SEEING C-LQ? REDUCTION on all FOUNTAIN PENS PENCILS and GIFT SETS CURRIER 5 BLANCHARD 48 LEGION PARKWAY Come In and Browse PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS U 112 BROCKTONIA WATCHES ' BRACELETS We carry a complete line of pens and pencils, also some beautiful pen and pencil sets. A New Assortment UJIBROCKTON HIGH SCHOOL RINGS Has Just Arrived 5 Established 1841 J I R I S 122 Main Stree . 6: .mffdlld 0l7Z!0dlZy Sfeam glzlgineers and Q!llfll6ef'S 82 CRESCENT STREET, BROCKTON, MASS TELEPHONE 5205 B J. J. Callahan 2 SAXTUN A if F up cmaf Sons l - 3 STATIONERY . , BOOKS AND Plumbing : Heating PI C T U R E S Sheet Metal Wczrk l PICTURE FRAMES TO ORDER 70 Crescent St. Brockton, Mass. W ST., I PATRONIIIL OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA TO THE CLASS gf 1927 We Wish to extend our thanks for your patronage and to Wish you all future success. NEVILLE PHOTOGRAPHER 63 MAIN ST., RICHMOND BLDG. his 114 BROCKTONIA THE WILL CF GOD Continued from page 33 The little old Woman was watch- ing him with tears in her eyes-tears of understanding. HYes, yes, she pleaded, please go on. With these thoughts still in my mind, he continued, gazing into the distance, HI happened to glance across the street. I started. There was the mother I had always dreamed of. A sweet gray-haired little woman. Yes, it was you-don't cry, please-you are too weak. I never dreamed-I would hurt you.-I'm sorry. Poor child, she murmured, poor child. After a short pause and with en- treaties to go on, he took up his narrative once more. MI followed you. I couldn't help it,-something led me on. You were just crossing the street when a machine driven by some maniac-oh that I had him now--knocked you down and sped on without stopping. I was so dazed at what had happened that the car was able to escape without my tak- ing the number. Then I took you to the hospital-. That is all. When the young man finished, the room was silent. Both were think- ing. Slowly she began, I can't thank you-you are good-. Her hand closed over his as it lay on the bed. Somehow this little hand on his. touched his heart. Reverentially he bent his head, and kissed the tired little hand. A few moments later, he raised his head, gazingly into the dear tear stained eyes with all the love he had so long suppressed. Tell me, he said, about your- self. she weakly began, HI W-was Yes, he encouraged. But he received no answer. The little woman was lying still, her eyes closed, her hand still in his. But her hand-. Why was it turning cold? An icy sweat covered his forehead. Half crazed with fear, he rushed from the room in search of a doctor. 'ilVly boy, said the doctor ten minutes later, is this woman any- thing to you? No, he replied, but I lo-. Then I can tell you, he inter- rupted 1n a low voice, she won't last through the night. The young man sank into the chair by the bedside. Pale and trembling, he looked at that sweet little face that had so captured his heart. She's unconscious, said the doctor, as he was leaving the room. HI don't believe she'll come to again. Thomas Meade-Thomas-my baby!-my boy-, cried the uncon- scious woman. A'Thomas IVIeade! Was he hear- ing correctly? It couldn't be. Dazed he sprang to his feet. Could it be P My Godf' he cried, Oh my God! Once more he grasped the little hand. It was turning colder-colder. Mother, mother, he cried, don't leave me now. God save her -do something-you must. Life! To find my mother after twenty long years only to bury her! Life can't be so cruel! To find her son and die without knowing it! On bent knees, his arms extended to heaven, he prayed. He prayed from the bottom of his lonely heart. God must hear him! Thus he knelt, now gazing at his mother, now imploring God. Minutes, hours, an eternity of time passed with not a sound, not a move. Everything was clothed in death-like pallor. God wasn't listen- ing-he hadn't heard! Were his eyes deceiving him? She moved! Her hand! Her eyes! She was smiling! His prayer-God had answered his prayer. Still on his knees, he spoke again to Cod. But this time he gave thanks! Continued on Page 127 OCKTONI 1 vi if -if 69655 43Jf'S SE 5 5 5 S Qfslsibffs 4345?-flfibfaivl Y id 36111195 Qihgat Qlnmpemg Zxieuhzf 33251 wishes my in the Cliralhuaies nf NY igrnfkinn lfiigly Snlgnnl 1927 PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS N J 116 BROCKTONIA When the June Bride Starts Keeping House , She will appreciate your thought- fulness and good taste in choos- ing for her lasting gifts of real utility. Our line includes electric irons, toasters, vacuum cleaners, oven ware, enameled and alumi- num ware and a host of items that will be truly appreciated. Why not get it here. 659433 Aldenis 1102 MAIN ST., BROCKTON See l Packard-Green Coal Co. 4 1 GENUINE SOFT FRANKLIN I COAL 1 White Ash, Lehigh, l Franklin Briquetts, Soft Coal,Wood and I Hardware l 36 Perkins Ave. - 145 Crescent St. SHOES FOR MEN, WOMEN. BOYS AND GIRLS THAT COMBINE STYLE AND SERVICE AT PRICES THAT PLEASE Fine Shoe Repairing CAMPELLO SHOE STORE 1035 MAIN STREET C t al Blotlz env CHARLES R. HILLBERG 8 CO. Prescription Druggists 1110 MAIN STREET C0'2f,f,P,'1iffI2SS1'-WE' PA TRONIIYE OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA MRS MR? THE OLD, BIG, STRONG BANK and I l Our New Building Witli its convenient arrangements and complete equipment has been planned for you. We are proud of our building, and we feel sure that you, too, will Hnd increased satis- faction in your relationship here. Of course, we shall be glad to have you tell your friends about it. QQ? BROCKTON NATIONAL BANK ,A Main Office, 90 MAIN STREET Campello Oiice, 1098 MAIN STREET 137 -- UZ' K Member Federal Reserve System A 6951 , , , Y Y nr 2 T QV Q , . A PATRONIYE OUR ADVLRTISERS BROCKTONIA Always Learding in the Styles Wann by College apdrf-llgll School VQMCEETE BroWn's Hat Shop CI-IAS. J. LINEHAN U HATTERS TO FURNISHERS TO YOUNG MEN YOUNG MEN 59 Main Street, Brockton Opp, Enterprise Oiiice John Lind f5'Company Ice Cream and Candy LUNCHES AND PASTRY Cvwg 782 MAIN STREET 16 WEST ELM STREET WM. W. 1-IATHAWAY lorist NINE MAIN STREET ' BROCKTON Telephone 319 CLARISSA A. FULLER M. AGNES LINEHAN TQ? Q A WEST ELM FLoWER SHoP 36 WEST ELM STREET BROCKTON STORE PHONE 4860 RESIDENCE PHONE 2571-J PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA gf? TO THE QN5 sENioR CLASS gX52NwP.H.S.192Zjg E appreciate the kind patronage you have given us on your graduation pictures, and hope that you have found the quality of the pictures exactly as we had advertised them to be. lt has always been our aim to please each and every individual that sits at this studio, and we shall always have that aim in view. We extend to you our best wishes for success in all your future undertakings. Carry on in the future as you have this past season and you are bound to always succeed. Good Luck Merrill Studio 68 Main Street ' Brockton ' Massachusetts Telephone 736 PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 120 BROCKTONIA THE MEANING OE AMERICA! Continued from page 25 lously conscientious in benefiting from it, and in our appreciation of America's liberality. Our motherland, besides offering us means of training, offers as Well opportunities for success. Emerson said if a man build but a better mouse-trap than other men, though he live in the woods, the world will beat a path to his door, Nowhere is this so true as in America, for the American, above all others, cherishes the best. Merit, whether in the form of a better mouse-trap, a better shoe- string, a better automobile, a better piece of literature, or a better mode of living will be taken at its real worth in America. In connection with this American characteristic, our country's great industries and poten- tial resources furnish opportunities for success. Though they are greater than those of any other country, our industries are yet but in a formative stage and, as they de- velop, will give even more golden opportunities. Success is presented in the possibilities of America as an in- dustrial, political, and social organ- ism. Reason enough has America's basket of Opportunity to be weighty! This, then, Seniors, is the meaning of America to us. She is a queenly mother who proffers us the privileges of self-government and a strong union, the opportunities of education and success. An indulgent parent, how little does she require of us in return! How great an inequality there is between her gifts and the little she asks of us! She would have us, first of all, be loyal to her and her institutions, be genuinely devoted to what we know of her meaning, be standing by her in the hours of storm and darkness as well as in the fair days of prosperity. She would have us. again, willing and eager to serve her, to give of ourselves and our en- ergies in her behalf, for her greater advancement. She would have us, lastly, obedient to her laws and tra- ditions, readily yielding assent to her laws and mandates for the greater good of all. It is easy to sum up our duties to America in these three words. loyalty, service, and obedi- ence. Let us, by willing hearts, make it easy to perform them. God Almighty, in His wisdom has raised up this great land of ours as an object lesson in His providence for all the nations of the world. He has given to each one of us the priceless heritage of American birth or citizen- ship. May we in every day of our lives live up to our responsibilities, striving to show by our actions that we are the sort of men and women this country needs, If we do so, there can be, under God, no limit to our country's grandeur. Rastus: What kind of cigars do you all smoke? Sambo: 'lAh smokes Robinson Crusoesf' Rastus: What kind is dem? Sambo: Castaways, dumbell, castawaysf' :sf Dk ak ff Customer: I want a pair of spec- rimmed hornicles-I mean sporn- rimmed hectacles - confound - I mean heck-rimmed spornaclesf' Shopwalker: I know what you mean, sir. Mr. Perkes, show this gentleman a pair of rim-sporned hec- tacles. -Ex. bs: ff ek ak UI guess I've lost another pupil, said the professor as his glass eye rolled down the sink. BROCKTONIA RUGS REPAIRED AND WASHED-CLEANED Rugs and Carpets af All Descriptions Oriental Rug Repairing 8' Cleaning Co. 109 William Ave., East Bridgewater TELEPHONE 18-4 Telephones 4343 d 4344 WALTER A. POORE CO. TOCQTS 24 WEST ELM STREET, BROCKTON Good Place to Buy Good Groceries Working Together Let's understand clearly that the name CC- CPERATIVEM means something, It means that ours is a MUTUAL bank, whose entire advantages are shared by all who invest money in our shares. Ours is not a profit-making business for any group of Uinsidersn. Because we are truly co-operative we can safely assure our savings share-holders the highest possible earnings. Present dividend on saving shares at HZ. SECURITY CO-OPERATIVE BANK 83 MAIN STREET, BROCKTON, MASS. The Bank for Everybody PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA High School Graduates DO YOU know that our practical combined Secretarial courses will double your efliciency? DO YOU realize that we place our secretarial-trained pupils in the very best business positions, because we have first chance to Hll nearly all good local openings? EVEN IF YOU had a business course in high school, it will pay you many times over to take our finishing ccm- bined Secretarial Course. YOUR BEGINNING SALARY will be increased S150 to 5300, and your chances for rapid advancement greatly enhanced. SEND FCR our catalog giving full particulars of our Combined Secretarial Course, which is really two courses for the price of one, and gives you more for your money than any other school in New England. Fall Term Begins Tuesday September 6192 BRocKToN BUSINESS COLLEGE C. W. JONES, President Office, Room 3, 224 Main St., Brockton PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS BROCKTONIA 123 Smart Footwear 1' or Street Eroillftonk ' D ' ea m Shoe Sire and for all formal occasions MODEL SHOE STORE 176 MAIN STREET C. H. NORTON LADIES' AND MENS HAIRDRESSING 13336 MAIN STREET A. E. BRADY CQMPANY Always Something New in 6fINE QVQCILLINERY G53 WEAR 18-20 WEST ELM STREET SERS l T 0 BROCKTONIA ' M Q n u E 515 m mm IE 1? -e M i:-H331 --H 'BK NEY FOR EDUCATIO MOTHER and father sat in a High 7 School audience watching their boy Z W6 graduate. He was an honor pupil. Mingled with their feeling of pride was sadness, because they could not send him to college. A few weeks later, the chance remark of a neighbor sent the mother to the Morris Plan Bank to learn how loans were made and for what purposes. She was told that thousands of young men and women are receiving college educations, business instruction and training in art, music and other sciences on Morris Plan credit. When you need funds, consider the Morris Plan. THE BRocKToN MORRIS PLAN CO. 27 BELMONT ST. I 'XTR JNIIE OUR ADW ER I ISI RS mv BROCKTONIA FOR GRADUATION STYLE AND COMFORT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED IN YOUR PURCHASING OF White Shoes WE CAN SATISFY YOU ON BOTH DELANO - THQ Sfwgmfm ELQESEIAZTREET SEE the New Knickers New Golf I-lose New Shirts New Fancy Sweaters Lxslatszsgp HOWARD EX CALDWELL 86 MAIN STREET MAILMAN 82 I-IANLON Co. 102-104 MAIN STR EET Specialists in Women's, Children's and Infants' Apparel BROCKTON'S ORIGINAL CI-IILDREN'S STORE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Q J 12 126 BROCKTONIA THE RULER OF GODS AND MEN Continued from page 32 become Athenian in thought and ac- tion, wearing the cloak and sandals habitually. It was the aftermath of a twenty-seven years war, and he was accepted as friend of Athens. The aged philosopher loved him like a son and looked forward to the time when he might offer a sacrifice to the Gods of marriage. Then, like a thunderbolt from Hephaestus, came the news that Sparta was establishing her authority over all Greece and Asia Minor, that her greatest soldiers were to convene to make a concentrated attack on those cities which refused to submit to her imperial rule, that Pausanias was needed at the front. The lethargy into which he had fallen fled as swift- ly as the sandals of Hermes, and one day, when the glorious Apollo had driven his fiery chariot to the middle of the heavens, Pausanias appeared at the home of his betrothed clad in the armor of a Spartan warrior. Zanzettea, her eyes wide with ter- ror, sprang away like a frightened doe. Clearchus brandished his stick fiercely and cried out in bellowing tones, 'AWhat doest thou here? When the light of wisdom burst upon them, and they recognized him, the old philosopher rose totteringly and in tones filled with hatred, shouted, Begone, dog of a Spartan! Traitor! Thou miserable representa- tive of a miserable race! By the shade of my mother, thou deservest full recompense for thy deed! And thou shalt have it. Till the time when thou shalt give thy obolus to Charon to row thee across the river Styx thy spirit shalt be filled with unrest! Thy soul shalt know not peace! Be- gone! Zanzettea, pale as death, nodded dumbly as Pausanias looked to her for denial of her father's words. Pausanias turned, stumbled blind- ly, and passed from their sight for- ever. Then it was that all the Pelopon- nesus re-echoed with the bravery of the warrior's deeds. Then, too, those cities that came beneath the iron force of the plunderer had cause to fear Sparta. Can ye not affirm, my friends, that Eros, 'Amighty sovereign of Cyprus , is alone ruler of gods and men? Alice Ginden, '28. , A up I Vg ! l . MUMGNEN HE Brocktonia , X Q staff wishes to - fl ll , Al i, thank all of its ad- , il vertisers for their A S ,I kind co-operation ,r Laastj e T 1 ,adj 1- I i -s f MLM , Q i Q L BROCKTONIA 127 - ,-,. X T ff-A C A. . R .L L kj? Z , s Usso -1--Y -' FANCY FRUIT AND FRESH -+ 4-125, i Xi? foe, VEGETABLES .7 ' I -l-- -T-gk-xlfX' Po All Kinds of Potted Plants 1 4- Y E7 X 3 f 4 in Season ls V fo ' I N -lf' T d,,n ' . ' T l 1047 MAIN ST., CAMPELLO I 'P l 3:1 ' -T l V 7 7, L te T , M , 2 1 M. LINDSTROM SPECIAL SUMMER MEMBERSHIP TO Nov. 1 I REPAIRING 12 to 15 YEARS . . . 52.50 ow 15 t 18 YEARS , . 58.50 I , 18 tg 21 YEARS . . . 55.00 V MENS ANDGEOYS SHOES Active Program ' Young Men's Christian Association 817 Main St COTTWT Tlibou St' ANTHONY GIA RDINO A' The Economy Store LADIES' AND GENT'S FURNISHINGS AND CLOTHING STEAM PREss1No AND ci.EAN1No TELEPI-ION E 6424 870 MAIN ST., BROCKTON TI-IE WILL OF GOD Continued from page 1 14 The countenance of the young man changed to that of one who has finally reached the goal of happiness. Slowly he lowered his head on her bosom, where it should have lain these twenty years. Then he uttered the one word he had so long longed to say to her. lVIother! Pearl Wise, 'Z7. Some Seniors are so lazy, that when frying eggs, they put pop-corn under the egg so they won't have to take the trouble to turn them over- Ex. K .A THE LOST JEWEL Continued from page 108 wretched house, and find the minister. He put on his coat, assisted Dot with hers, and walked toward the door. Waitl cried Sal as she rushed after them. i'We can't let you go without eating. After all the mistakes we have made, we've got to do some good. Stay with us and enjoy a wholesome country breakfast. Then, we'll take you to the minister. After a jolly breakfast, old Dob- bin was hitched to the wagon, and a happy wedding-party went in quest of the minister. Thelma Heath, '27. Y' SRS BROCKTONIA Hot Water on Tap You Can Do It Better With Gas GAS F5 3 t IIE f t M I fx F Q N If 'if Xt ' K Es? Q-TEES BRCCKTQN LIGHT COMPANY Q n... ' BROCKTONIA A Su ceessfzzl Future Depends a Great Deal on Your P E R S O N A L APPEARANCE First impressions go a long Way toward helping you in business, and a wrinkled, soiled , garment is a Wrench in the machinery of your career. Let Us keep you looking neat at all times. If that garment needs CLEANING PRESSING, DYEING OR REPAIRING TELEPHONE 5812 at once, and We will call for and deliver it. You'll find our work up to ex- pectations, and our rates reasonable. Remem?9erADon,t Belong to the Shabby Class 68 PLEASANT ST. A Few Steps from e Main Sf. PATRONIZE OUR ADVFRI' ERS i J 130 BROCKTONIA C. A. NOYES CO. Hardware, Sporting Goods, Cutlery 'ii 207 MAIN ST., BROCKTON University Education in the Evening COEDUCATIONAL An ejfective university education is available in the evening for high school graduates who cannot enter day college for financial or other reasons but rnust go to work following graduation. In Business-School of Commerce and Finance Grants B.B.A. and M.B.A. degrees. Specializes in accounting, marketing and man ment. Only 24.9fh of graduates held executive positions age on entering schoolg 71.9176 now in major executive positions. Graduates outstandingly successful in C.I'.A. exam inations. Faculty ofexperienced and well trained business me Actual business problems the basis of instruction. n. In Law - School of Law Four year course. LLB. degree. Prepares for har examinations and practice. Case method of instruction similar to that in best day law schools. 87170 ofgraduates taking har examinations have passed Alumni outstandingly successful as lawyers, judges, husiness executives. Exceptional faculty of lawyers who have been trained in leading day law schools. Graduates of Brockton High School Admitted Without Examination For Catalog or Further Information, Inquire: NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY EVENING DIVISION 312 HUNTINGTON AVENUE BOSTON. MASSACHUSETTS Telephone Bach Bay 4400 HU TER- the Stationer . STATIONERY AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES Wallace Nutting Pictures 2225 MAIN STREET BROCKTON, MASS PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 1... BROCKTGNIA 131 Sen1'or.s eAre You Registered? WHITEHOUSE ACADEMY 0F DRAMATIC ARTS BOSTON. MASS. Directors, DORIS BRAMSON WHITEHOUSE ami THOMAS MacI.ARNIE of School oj the Theatre, Specializing in ENGLISH COMPOSITION VOICE PLACEMENT SURVEY OF ENGLISH LITERATURE PLATFORM ORATORY HISTORY OF THE DRAMA REPERTOIRE DRAMATIC WORKSHQTP DENISHAWN DANCING ESSENTIALS OF SPEECH Plays Read, Edited and Assured of Managerial Consideration Wfffe New for Information 15 Montrose St., Roxbury, Mass. H. E. CHASE ELECTRIC CC., mc. C T Estimates on All Elecigical Wgrli TELEPHONE 7350 ' 39 PLEASANT STREET S. F. PACKARD EXSON Reliable Insurance Since 18 74 FRANK E, PACKARD, B. H. S., 1870 RQGER Kglfg-1, BY H. 3, 1901 106 MAIN ST. a7zaf10 PERKINS AVE. 'Wi1bur's Lavender Sweets HOME-MADE CANDY and SALTED NUTS 35 WAVERLY STREET BROCKTON N I S f- Tai lor 36 HIG1-ISTREET, BROCKTON MASSACHUSETTS ATWOOD PAPER CC. PAPER SPECIALTIES-- Nuphins, Towels, Toilet Paper, Drinking Cups ' PAPER BOXES-- For Clothing, Pastry, Candy, Ice Cream, Beans, Oysters, Etc GALVANIZED WARE-BROOMS--BRUSHES C-L66 Distributors of SEALRIGHT CONTAINERS CERTAIN-TEED ROOFING ana' SHINGLES PATRONIYE OUR ADVERTISERS l F4505 Mffqmr. Pwmml M Nn'I10lwd7 ElJru1Qu, ifmrv HHHS.1x4.nuEwmwm1 W lirmklml, Mum X..