Charles W Baker High School - Lyre Yearbook (Baldwinsville, NY)

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CLASS POEM How the years have flitted by, Since we here as Freshmen came! Now we leave thee with a sigh— Life, no more, will be the same. Full of life, and hope, and thought, As the end drew near, Bravely we, the battle fought. Victory to us was dear. “Deeds—not Dreams,” have been our goal, And work—the milestone on the way. Work we did, with heart and soul, The goal is reached; we must away. We our futures must make good— For our names inscribed shall be; You would praise us if you could— When you, our fortunes see. Then, mourn we not these vanished years, Nor the future do we fear, But with higher aim resolve. To attain our fame so dear. Farewell to thee, our Alma Mater, Loyal, always, shall we be— As our journey leads us onward, The Class of ‘Twenty-Three. ETHEL PRESTON. SENIOR ACTIVITIES On March 30th, Bertha Patchett opened the “Senior Activities” by en- tertaining the Seniors at her home. All those that could go met at Dot Smith’s home at seven-thirty. Thanks to Fred Horner and his “Special Twelve” everyone arrived at Bertha’s very quickly as well as safely. Music and games were enjoyed by all. Some of the professional acrobats of our class performed difficult feats, much to the amusement of the entire assembly. Morris Decker received the prize for he actually succeeded in flying through the air. But the most interesting feature of the whole even- ing was the special performance—AN OLD ROMANCE. In a body the class adjourned to the dining room which was very prettily trimmed with the class colors, blue and silver. Everyone was delighted with his favors of lit- tle baskets and silver bunnies. Soon, each one was busily eating, Mrs. Patchett being declared “the best cook ever.” Early the next morning the class returned home in a blinding snowstorm. The great event of the “Senior Activities” was the Senior dance held on Friday, April 13th (not one of our class is superstitious.) One hundred and fifty invitations were sent to High School students and friends. About one hundred couples were present. The hall was trimmed with blue and silver, trellises covered with morning glories deco- rating the stage. The charming appearance of the hall was largely due to Lloyd Schultz. Although everyone enjoyed the refreshments served, all thought the best feature of the dance was, of course, the music furnished by Peet’s Orchestra. Later, in the evening, everyone joined in a grand march led 15

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also Jordan, Liverpool, Lysander, Marcellus and Skaneateles. Besides air our League games, we have played several non-league games. In the league Skaneateles secured first place in the Western Division and has to play Minoa, the winner in the Eastern Division, for the championship. Baldwinsville is in a triple tie with Jordan and Liverpool for sec- ond place, each team having lost two and won three games. Schedule: B. H. S....................... 5 B. H. S........................ 2 B. H. S....................... 5 B. H. S....................... 9 B. H. S....................... 6 B. H. S.......................10 B. H. S........................ 3 B. H. S........................10 Jordan ........................... 4 Minoa (non-league) ............... 8 Liverpool ........................ 8 Marcellus ........................ 8 Skaneateles ......................13 Jordan (non-league) .............. 7 Lysander ......................... 2 Lysander (non-league) ............ 8 Of the two league games lost, both were played on “off” days for the team. Both games we should have won; but we lost them on errors. Considering the fact that we have almost a new team and that we have had no coach, I think that the team has done very well. JAMES FUESS. THE GLEE CLUB “By their presence so shall ye know them.” The Glee Club activities have been rather conspicuous by their absence this year on account of the lack of a large enough assembly room. In October, however, the yearly election of officers was held. The following officers were chosen: President .................................. Dorothy T. Smith Vice-President ............................... Ardus Kratzer Secretary .................................. Francis Virginia Treasurer ........................................ Ilda Rice No more meetings of all the club have been held, all the “choral activi- ties” of the school being confined to the special chorus. The chorus met practically every Wednesday night to practise various selections. The chorus sang several times before the Parent-Teachers’ Association and once before the Travelers’ Club. In January the chorus held a banquet with the Faculty as their guests. The very enjoyable supper was followed by a carefully prepared (?) toast list which was NOT enjoyed by all; i. e., by the speakers. Even without the annual dance, although I can speak for only those in the chorus, I think every member had a rather delightful year. DOROTHY SMITH, Assistant Editor. 14

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by Mr. and Mrs. Elden. Each couple received favors, balloons and ser- pentine, which added greatly to the festivity of the occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Elden and the High School teachers were our chaperons. The dance was so great a success that at one o’clock everyone wished it were only eight o’clock. The Seniors opened the month of May by having a frankfurt roast. Each Senior invited one friend. After school, all who were going met downtown About six car loads started for their destination, Cross Lake. Miss Rauch and Miss Tanner were our chaperones. Soon, after we reached there, the chaperones chose sides for a baseball game. Through the efforts of the boys on Miss Tanner’s side, who batted first, that side won. Some declared that we cheated, but then who didn’t? Later in the evening the boys built a large fire over which we roasted our frankfurts. After every- one had consumed all the frankfurts possible, marchmellows appeared They, too, quickly disappeared. Not long after that, the cars commenced to move homeward. Each one had such a good time that all declared that the class would have to go again. The next day those who brought their dinner to school went to Green’s Woods in order to complete the frankfurts. Miss Rauch and Mrs. Prudhon acted as chaperones. Everybody had a wonderful time gathering Dutch- man’s Breeches. Friday evening, May 4, the Senior Class of 1922 gave a dance in honor of the Seniors and Juniors. The hall was charmingly decorated in yellow and white. For favors the boys were given bow ties; the girls, caps; and everyone balloons. The Class of 1923 extend thanks to the Class of 1922 ILDA RICE. THE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION BANQUET Almost the best part of the Athletic Association Banquet, held in the Grange Hall, on Wednesday, January 31, was a delicious supper, served by the ladies of the Methodist church; everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. A very interesting program followed. D. Charles O’Brien being toast- master, gave some very good advice to members of the High School. Our speaker of the evening, a Mr. Anderson from Syracuse University, had to cancel his engagement at the last moment. Of course, we were very sorry but it did give us more time for dancing. Mr. O’Brien called upon several teachers and members of the Board of Education because of Mr. Anderson’s absence. All consented very willingly to speak on the topics suggested. As representative of the alumni, Donald Moyer gave an inter- esting talk. James Fuess, the well known orator, spoke as representing the student body. A musical comedy was given by Miss Roth and several pupils. As a closing feature of the program the boys were presented with their block letters by Professor Elden. Then everybody adjourned to the upper floor to enjoy dancing or talking to his friends. DORIS BLANDING. THE CLASS PLAYS Contrary to the custom of other years, the Senior Class of 1923 pre- sented two one act plays. “The Man From Brandon’’ was coached by Miss Pike; the other, “The Two Bonnyeastles,” was coached by Miss Rauch. Synopsis of “The Man From Brandon.” 16