Cazenovia Central High School - Owahgena Yearbook (Cazenovia, NY)

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History of the Class of '34 The Senior Class of ’34 was the last c lass to graduate from the eighth grade in the old school what an honor! But with the new school to look lorward to, we couldn't ponder too long over squeaky stairs, festoons of wall paper, and an over-worked victrola. In Januaiy of our Freshman year we made the grand leap from seclusion to society, and entered into our new domain. We thought ourselves as brilliant as the walls around us, but we were forced to change our opinion after the June slaughter. When we were in our Sophomore year we were still very conceited, in fad we went so far as to think the Year Book was published solely for the purpose of installing our class picture. It was not until our Junior year that we actually began to earn the dis- tinction that belonged to us. This came in the form of a Junior dance held aft- er a basketball game, which proved to be an overwhelming success. An amaz- ing discovery was made at this dance, for several of our hitherto bashful students blossomed forth and earned the name of being wonderful toe- dancers. The all-important climax came in our Senior year, after three long years of desperate trials and tribulations. It was right that we assumed the role of dignified Seniors by holding a private dance, accompanied by much pomp and splendor. This first Senior private was held November the 21th, in the elaborately decorated school gymnasium. It was the first great social function that actually started the ball rolling. Each Senior with his in- vited guest made the party a huge success. During intermission entertain- ment was furnished by clever impersonations of many of the radio stars over a public address system. On the eve of January the i2th an equally large crowd attended the private dance for the Seniors and faculty members. Each person was re- quested to bring a guest, which worked out very well. As a result the gym- nasium was one jolly place. On February the 21st and 22nd. the Senior Class, with the aid of the Cazenovia Thespians, presented Langdon Martin’s Smilin’ Thru’,” a play in three acts. This presentation, dramatized in the Central School auditorium, was met w ith much enthusiasm both nights. The most glorious event of the year was that of the Senior Ball, held on March the 17th. The gymnasium was decorated in green and white, thus bringing out the class colors as well as the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. A wonderful scene was presented with the dazzling brilliance of the indirect lighting system, the soft tones of the beautiful gowns, and the enchanting music of Bruce Brummit’s orchestra—a scene not to he easily forgotten! The final dance of our class was held oil June 8th in the gymnasium, in honor of the Junior Class. This dance cemented the friendly relations between these two classes. To our ever faithful class adviser. Mr. Brimmer, must go the greater share of credit for bringing us through a battle that ended in a glorious event—graduation!

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TESSIER, DEXTER Transferred from Eastwood H. S., 1; Boys Chorus. 4; Future Farmers of America. 2, 3. 4; Ping Pong Tourna- ment, 4: Leaders’ Group. 4; Cornell prize on judging farm implements. THOMAS, PHILLIP Dramatic Club, 3, 4; Future Farmers of America. 1, 2, 3, 4. (President, 3; Treasurer, 4): Varsity Club. 2, 3, 4; Baseball. 2. 3. 4; Football. 4; “As You Like It.” 3; Senior play. 4; Boys’ Chorus. 4; Business Manager “Icebound.” 4; Wrestling, 4; Leaders’ Group, 4: Varsi- ty Club. 3, 4. WESTBAY. HERBERT Dramatic Club. 4; Senior play. I: Radio Club. 4; Football. 2. 3; leaders Group; Valedictorian. WHITE. DORIS Dramatic Club, 3; Chairman Picture Committee for ear Book. I. The Alma Mater Presented by the Class of 1934 By the shores of Owahgena stands our school so fair: Vie will always treasure the love and friendships there. And strive to keep forever its stainless honor true; Hail. thee. Cazenovia! And the Gold and Blue! W hen we leave thy friendly portals, we will backward gaze. Memory will take us to happy high school days. And give us strength and courage through all eternity. Hail, thee, Cazenovia! Hail, Oh hail to thee! Louise F. Coye and Elizabeth M. Finke.

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Prophecy of the Class of 34 Time: 1954 Place: C. C. S. Broadcasting Network Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. It gives me great pleasure to he able to represent the class of ’34 on this class reunion program. I am about to relate to you the whereabouts of the nineteen thirty-four graduates of the Cazenovia Central School, so listen closely and let your thoughts wander back to that happy time w:th your classmates. Walter Aerne. who has already broken all the speed records of the world for automobiles, has now taken up flying. Fay Bachman is just a farmer’s wife at Georgetown. She is president of the Ladies’ Aid Society and secretary of the W. C. T. U. of that village. Priscilla Barrett, having developed her voice, somewhat, is out west— Hollywooding. Joyce Boxell has just accepted a position as preacher in the First Meth- odist Episcopal Church at Nelson. Irene Buckingham is head schoolmistress at the William beidt School for Uncivilized Cannibals in Africa. Bill, besides enduring the hardships of African life, must see his school-day sweetheart married to John Chap- pel le. Mary Burke is now on the World’s Broadcasting System telling bedtime stories to all the little kiddies. We find Mary Shaver employed on Miss Burke’s program, imitating all the little chickens, pussies, cows. etc. which are heard in the story. Gertrude Buyea has turned business woman, managing “La Vogue. a very chic dress shop in Paris. Thomas Carey has settled down on a chicken farm in Fenner, raising many prize-winning fowls. Eugene Cook has become a second Tarzan. swaying from tree to tree with his mate, Laura Mcl.aughlin. who has completely overcome her fear of the jungle. Millicent Dangle is an air hostess on the Elmer Barber Transcontinental Lines. She spends her spare time knitting sweaters for “hubby Al. Bryon Davis is appearing in person at Madison Square Garden. He is now the world’s feather weight boxing champion. William Dwryer is proprietor of a Dime a Dance Club at Fenner, 'Ten- ner’s 150 Beautiful Girls.” Stanley Jillson and Nelda Johnson are now one. Stan still manages the Jillson Department Store, Inc., in Cazenovia while Nelda, playing the role of dutiful housewife, sings lullabies to the twins, Elvira and Algernon. “Stan,” Jr. helps father in the store. Genevieve Murray, famous swimmer, has at last swum the length of the Father of Waters, the Mississippi. Awarding the trophy for this re- markable feat was the President of the United States. Don Callahan. Charles Gregg, famous conductor of Charlie s Melodians. is appear- ing weekly in Hollywood at the “Golden Grill,” which is owned and oper- ated by Terrence Golden. Charlie’s wife, the former Roberta Blodgett, spends many lonely nights while hubby escorts his fair blues-singer, Frances Smith, to many a Hollywood premiere. (Continued on last page)