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

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CHARACTERS Uncle Jimmie.......... Bill Haily ........... Battling Bennie Bozo Harry Dover........... Ned Collins (“Puffy”) Patricia Niles ....... Lil Haily............. Mab Allen............. Mrs. Haily............ Rosie................. ... Norman Daistle ..... Maurice Cox ..... Nickie Cenci . . .. Donald Decker Frederick Mignault ..... Helen Kelly . . . . Evelyn Baker . . . . Eleanor Davis . . Gladys Carnrite . Dorothy Plunkett THE JUNIOR-SENIOR PARTY Of course it couldn't be a banquet this year; not when everything else of the class of ’27 has been original. In fact the Senior sleigh ride was so original that it wasn’t even held. Seriously, there was too big a class of Juniors and Seniors for a banquet in the library so we com- promised with a party in the Auditorium, Library and Gymnasium on April 23rd. A most interesting and entertaining program was enjoyed in the Auditorium. The following speeches were given: “The Art of Running a Ford”.................................Mr. Elden “Why Students Don’t Give Better Recitations”................ Mr. Cary “Marriage’ ............................................... Mr. Getman “Juniors” ................................................. Ruth Hickey “Seniors” ........................................... Ellen Wilkinson Between the speeches were selections by the H. H. of H. Orchestra, a sketch by Clark and Conklin in “Something of Their Own,” and a solo by Nickie Cenci. The party then adjourned to the library and gymnas- ium, which, it should be mentioned, were cleverly decorated with the school colors. Cards and dancing were enjoyed here, followed by refresh- ments later, and at twelve the party broke up, a great success. THE SENIOR BALL Speaking of successes, what greater success has our Senior Class sponsored than its Senior Ball, with its wonderful orchestra, attractive decorations, clever favors and delicious punch. These are the lasting remembrances of all who attended it; but, as for facts, this momentous dance was held on May 27th in the Grange Hall. The orchestra engaged for the evening was “Pep” Barnard’s. No better proof of their ability could there be than the fact that a collection was taken for an extra hour of dancing. The hall was prettily decorated with apple blossoms, and Japanese lanterns and parasols. For the final touch, to create a festive mood, were the favors consisting of hats, Japanese parasols and, of course, some sort of a device for making a noise. Then with a crowd ready for a good time, they proceeded to enjoy themselves to the fullest extent. HELEN KELLY. 3

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EDITORIAL TO THE READERS OF THE LYRE : In compliance with the custom established, we, of the Class of ’27, are publishing the Senior annual, the “Lyre.” This class, being the largest class graduated, wishes to make its copy of the “Lyre” the best ever. A little bit of seriousness, a little bit of comedy, and we present to you the finished book for your approval. The class wishes to express its gratitude to all who have helped it become a graduating class, the Faculty, the Board of Education, and the people of Baldwinsville, who have given this beautiful building to be our “Home of Education” for four years. My simple words cannot begin to express how grateful we all are. Dear readers, every word in this booklet was written for a good purpose, so if anyone takes offense to anything published, we stand ready to make amends. Therefore, if you are fortunate enough to be made the subject of a joke, take it with a hearty laugh, and we will thank you. To the future graduating classes, I issue this challenge: “The Class of ’27 has done its bit for B. H. S.—you do yours!” EDITOR-IN-CHIEF. SCHOOL ACTIVITIES SENIOR PLAY—STORY OF THE PLAY Bill Haily objects to the efforts of his wealthy and youthful Uncle Jimmie to mate him with Mab, a sweet but quiet girl whom Uncle Jimmie has selected for a niece-in-law. The uncle has promised to leave part of his fortune to Bill if he will marry as instructed and part of it to prize- fighter, Battling Bennie Bogo, if Bennie remains unmarried. Bill’s sister, Lil, seeks to have her brother marry Mab as the uncle desires, and plots to make him tired of his romantic desire for a motion picture bride. So Lil gets her school friend, Patricia, to visit their home in the guise of a motion picture star, and Patricia loses little time in ensnaring the hearts of all the boys in the neighborhood. Bill so completely loses his head over her that he takes money from Uncle Jimmie’s trunk to make an impression on the “movie queen.” The theft is discovered, and Mab, knowing who took the money, pleads guilty to save Bill. Patricia adroitly saves the situation, but by this time Bill is not so enamoured with the dashing visitor, and remorse- fully begins to appreicate Mab. It develops that while pretending to flirt with the others, Patricia has confessed her identity to Uncle Jimmie, and she brings a sudden end to her flirtations by announcing the marriage of the two, while the other romances are settled in equally satisfactory fashion. 2

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TO THE CLASS OF 1927 This class can well be proud of itself. It is the largest class that has ever graduated from the Baldwinsville Academy and the number graduating will probably not be equalled for several years. It is the first class that can boast of having spent its whole four years of the high school course in the new building. But more than this the class is noted for its exceptional brilliancy. Its averages in scholarships are among the highest of any of the classes which have graduated here. Even its Regents averages have surpassed those of all other classes. This is the class that has had the most orchestra members. In fact, the orchestra would have felt lost if its present Senior members had not been there. This class has had the largest number of athletes and the most athletes in the championship teams. Altogether, everything seems to make us the very best class and this we all firmly believe. Now still remains the challenge to go on building more victory and success for ourselves. By graduating we are starting into new life, a life which gives us a certain spirit of independence, a life which will determine our whole future and happiness. And then as ever we must work with the same unceasing energy as we have in our high school days. It remains to us to show everyone that we actually were the best class, the brightest class, the class with deserving merits. It remains to us to prove that we actually deserve the honor for which we have labored so strenuously, the honor which we now claim. We hope and firmly believe that this Class of 1927 has so vividly and indelibly stamped its memories in the minds of the Faculty, the students and the people, that our names will live forever. TO THE CLASS OF 1928 It would be our delight to see this class achieve the heights that we have achieved. It is already distinguishing itself for its remarkable oratorical brilliancy, both the boys and girls of this class having surpassed the Senior orators. Some day a second Demosthenes or a second Daniel Webster may rise from this class. We wish them all the luck possible, and hope that they can fill the place of dignified Seniors next year as notably as we have filled the place. TO THE CLASS OF 1929 To this class we also wish the best of luck. It will be with joy that we watch their progress and success. Although we now, as Seniors, view them as being rather subordinate we will be happy to see them rise to the heights of Seniors and graduate. TO THE FRESHMEN CLASS The least noticed of all classes seems to be this class, yet they are one of the smartest classes in high school. They may seem insignificant now but four years from now, when they are Seniors, when they are filling our place, then we will see that they deserve praise. We wish them luck and success. 4 MARIE DE SERIO