Burdett College - Burbad Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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o DDD 9-' , JUNIOR YEAR HE morning of September 19, 1927, was a memorable one in the history of the Burdett an- T ' ' ' 1 ll remember it, there came into the fold of the nals, for on that drizzling morning, as We Burdett B. A. Department eighty-five eager, conscientious, and noisy young men to be known as the class of '29, D . , I It 5 their ambition to acquire the knowledge Burdett might impart to them in the ensuing wa two years. Their aims were well founded but their adaptability to such learning was of a lesser d ree so it seemed. However, when the newness wore off and we came to realize what confront- eg ed us we really did get serious and, contrary to first impression, proved to be a quite intelligent group. ' n ' The seniors offered their assistance in helping us call our first meeting on the morning of October 11, 1927. They informed us that the object of the meeting was to elect officers and the following were chosen to pilot the class through the year: President, Curtis Hurley of Troy, N. Y., Vice-President, Chester Vetterlein of Utica, N. Y., Secretary, Philip Wheeler, Berlin, N. H., rms, Donald Retallick, Pittsfield, Mass. Treasurer, Franklin Carr, Melrose, Mass., Sergeant at a The real purpose of the meeting was tactfully disclosed to us when we were informed that the seniors had decided for us that we should wear bright orange-visored caps and submit togother humiliations whenever in the environs of the school building. This was thought all unnecessary by us but it proved to be fun for all. With class co-operation and elimination of the factions exisiting between Rooms 40 and 41, our class has since been a wonderfully well organized group. It is understood that intense study was our routine during the year but our class calendar afforded us occasional diversion. On November 11, 1927, we were tendered a most enjoyable reception and dance at the Bellevue Hotel by the senior class. It was an informal affair and the customary way of becomingacquainted with the students and faculty. Thanksgiving came, bringing with it a four day vacation,-we were all thanks-giving. Time flew and Christmas was upon us. Our work certainly must have been commendable, for at this time we were given a ten day vacation. The out-of-town students returned to their homes in the various states and it was a relief for all of us to be free from homework and the prob- lems commensurate with outside preparation. We returned to our tasks January 2, 1928, and started preparation for our mid-years,-a seemingly unnecessary evil in a student's life. With these taken and passed our only optimistic outlook was the Easter vacation. We were greatly disappointed when told we had only two days in which to forget our troubles. They were appreciated however. On January 17, 1928, Mr. F. H. Burdett invited the entire student body and faculty to attend the dedication exercises of the new Burdett College Building located at 156 Stuart Street. The seniors would be unable to appreciate the facilities and conveniences of the beautiful new building but could admire the progressive steps that Burdett is taking. It was truly believed that this was the only incident throughout the year when the seniors envied us. Gov. Fuller, Mayor Mal- colm T. Nichols, and President F. M. Burdett were the speakers of the occasion. The biggest event of the year was the Junior Prom. It was a formal affair held at the Cop- ley-Plaza Hotel, April 18, 1928. Our Prom was the second in the history of Burdett College and the success of the party of the class of '29 has made it a certainty in the future. The next and last historical event was the Burdett annual field day at Norumbega Park, june 6. ' llnder the supervision of members of the faculty a very entertaining program was presented. Original school talent was displayed in the acts and dances presented on the theatre stage. A baseball game and track meet constituted the program for the afternoon. The B. A. Depart- ilgent as expected.came .to the fore and romped away with honors in the athletic events. J. uvius tried in vain to discourage us at our outset in the morning but our persistency caused him to weaken and he surrendered by noon. June came and we next had to conflict with final examinations. This battle over our school year was ended. Our homes welcomed us as gladly as did Burdett eject us. ....Pi.., g -,10x!Q.e1,e,vo,QacszQiQQccQL!1f Z 7 -2 1 h I ip Fellow 9 ' , l su ,V time Of 47 have Ol' I i we 50 let'ss2 17 side of lil 7 than rab ,l We ,g think tha +9 to black, 1? fully rep 'Q meet our 'Q dollars a l bottom c 1 LGI' is 1 Stop il attitude :JJ ambian- 1 ,B L00 -if good ill! il l.isl 1 Ol servir U lives, 15 l.cl Q15 nuke In On fl ig P. 5, 5 VI 'll'-'lilli-il. ii li I ' i tvs- Qlilfd rx. .

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muy, Lil' DDQ? -9-' r C C. C f c 9 ISS. 0 is C ass iistoiry 55- SENIOR YEAR SS. On Monday, September 19, when school reopened, habit prompted some of us to return to the 55. old Boylston Bldg., and there seek our classes, while others more alert remembered that our new ESS. home was ready for occupation. ine . It was completed to every detail, a beautiful building, well equipped, spacious and well- , lighted. 55- Three courses were offered to us for this, our second and last year, there being the short hand 55, , group, the business administration class, and the accounting Dept. Each of us chose the course SS. he thought himself best adapted to, or the one he concluded to be the easiest, and promptly set SS to work. ' l No time was lost in getting down to our studies, nor did our instructors delay, even the usual 55- length of time, in doling out our home assignments. It was remarkable to notice the change that had F16 Q come over our class. i We seem to have aged considerably during the brief summer months and SS. i now the class as a unit had self-assumed a much more serious attitude. It seemed they no longer SS. gl treated subjects of discussion as lightly as before, nor did they turn all well meant remarks into , humor. The purpose of Burdett College had expressed itself and it was now evident in SS' everyone's attitude. SS- i Mr. Hurley called our first class meeting the morning of September 26, the purpose of which 55, was to elect new class officers. Our time was limited and our purpose only partly completed at ES' this roundup and at our next class meeting a week later all offices were filled, the following men L being chosen: President, Ernest Blew, Vice-President, Chester Vetterleing Secretary, Thomas DS' Gleasong Treasurer, Fred Murrayg and Sergeant-at-Arms, Clifton Schneider. 55- VVe next voted to abuse the Freshmen in the same manner as we'd been maltreated the year F16 before. Our suggestions as to rules to be followed by our inferiors were even harsher than those 55. outlined to us. Much to our satisfaction and delight the freshmen for the next few weeks were ,S seen wearing bright, gaudy colored frosh caps, they also were prohibited from sporting knickers, 3 ' bow-ties, and sweaters, and whenever in the environs of the school building were obliged to sup- SS' ply the seniors with cigarettes. 1 55- Christmas came and the giving spirit pervaded, we were given a 10-day vacation. ' re- -I, turned on January 2, 1929, and soon were far into our books preparing for mid-year examinations. is They came all too soon, some passed and some didn't, others, it is hoped, will. t t I At this juncture diversion was craved and out of sympathy for the freshmen for the humilia- 'S' tions they'd been submitted to, the seniors gave them an evening's entertainment at the Stat- ler Hotel on January 18th, in the form of a semi-formal dance. It was held in the Chinese Suite and everyone told of the good time he had. 1 ' The night of February 1 was a gala night for the entire student body, their parents, and the faculty. It was Parents' Night given to the entire student body by the facultY fmfl School Officers in the main ballroom of the Hotel Statler, a well selected place for such an occasion. The cogm- mittee headed by Mr. Robinson, presented a very entertaining and elalpmte program' Dancmg followed, and at 1:00 A. M., although we were tired, it was disheartening to hear the orchestra la the last dance. , D yFriday, May 10th, was the date of our Junior Prom. The PEIVW V535 glven US at the Belle' vue Hotel, a formal dance, well handled by the first year men, well enJOYfffl by both Year men, and a reciated b the 2nd ear men. h . . concludegour schodl calendar but the historY Of th? C1355 'S not Closed mth gradliailim' Rather, the pride of past achievement, not only in book learning but In all lmes of Scfloollictlvltlii the honor of present glory, and the confidence of youth in the future, is but an early c aplgrlent the real history thatiis to follow. With our faclis ttirneil tovgfzildr 'ixjtilgflufe CW111 3 C0 - er 0 - - airl thus, we, the class of 1929 regretfully close t is clap -Philip A. Wheeler. g .,,.

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DDD 'DDD0000D-Q- i fa , , , , Presidentfs Farewell Fellow Students: I started out this way because I believe that all of us have studied some time or other during our two years stay at Burdett. Anyway whether we have or not most of us have held the pace and graduation is with us. I We have all believed that a forced smile is better than a held back laugh and so let's say ishkibibble and go out and enjoy the picnic. Let'slook on the bright side of life, don't think that we are forever parting but that men have more fun than rabbits, and that we will be together often in our class reunions. We have gained many things during our two years'stay here Qwho doesn't think that his winnings exceed his assetsj and for these things we are grateful to blackjack-pardon-Burdett. We owe much to her which can never be fully repaid, but we shall ever try to hold enough out of the proverbial sock to meet our obligations-back tuition, twenty cents for November Lion, and seven dollars and ten cents for class dues-but why go on-we're getting near the bottom of the page and we have nothing-er, er,-much to say. Let's heed seriously the sign placed above railroad crossings: STOPl LOOK! LISTEN! Stop and take account of stock-our equipment, our determination, our attitude toward our fellows, our moral and physical strength, our aims and ambitions. The thoughts we think make the life we lead. Look out upon the world and see that it is splendid. Always place the good above the evil. See the best in our fellows, not the worst. Listen to the hum of industry, to the song of achievement and to the call of service, for it is our service to mankind that will measure the success of our lives. Let us thank Burdett for making it possible toheed these things and make her proud of us by accomplishing these things. I s health, happiness and prosperity. let's On closing, I wish my fellow student Soby Pud P. S.-Said I knowing nothing about farewell SPGGCFICS, HCMFCSSGS, and other methods of filling up space. Fi f ly-three - a 1: if- ' V 1-k !L..,i A SL A-nn-Ill -gi-i 1 ' cf