Classical High School - Classic Myths Yearbook (Worcester, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 206 of the 1926 volume:

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Nine good pupils and true have compiled this rec- ord of the achievements-such as they are,-and of the students-so-called-of '26. Ah, many a bottle of ink and many a river of perspiration have flowed into the making of this, our brain-child. Weak he may beg young he undoubt- edly is 5 but O, dear reader, he is o1m's! With the trembling anxiety of a fond parent, we await the benignant pat of approbation on the tousleol head of our new-born infant, dear to us as life itself. Bear in mind, O critical readers, that you are his guardians, for he is now under your care! be proud of his virtues and forgetful of his failings. Appreciation The CLASSIC MYTHS Board of 1926 wishes to express its sincere gratitude to the members of the faculty for 'their invaluable aid in the production of this volume, and to the advertisers, without whose generous subscriptions the pub- lication of CLASSIC MYTHS would have been impossible. We are especially indebted to Miss Florence M. Powers and her assistants, Miss Mary M. Fitzpatrick, Miss Georgi- ana K. Fiske, and Miss Mary A. Waite for their extremely helpful supervision of the Editorial Boardg to Mr. George B. O'Flynn and his assistant, Mr. Matthew Couming, the able advisers of the Business Boardg to Miss Ethel M. Smith, our talented Art Director, and to Mr. Edward F. Tobin, the competent manager of the Photographic Depart- ment. CLASSIC MYTHS BOARD CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL CHESTER T. PORTER CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY y Faculty CHESTER T. PORTER, Principal DANIEL F. O'REG-AN, Assistant MARGARET O. COOK, Secretary GRACE E. LEWIS, Secretary . DAVID K. AREY . . ROBERT E. BODURTHA . SUSAN J. W. BROWN . FREDERICK J. BRENNAN . MATTHEW J. COUMIN'G . JOHN J. CANTWELL . LILLIAN M. CRAWFORD . ARTHUR J. DANN . . MAUDE A. DODGE . . GEIORGIIANA K. FISKE . MARY M. FITZPATRICK . WALTER S. GRAFFAM . GEORGE D. HEARN . . ANNIE MAY HENDERSON . PERRY S. HOWE . . GEORGE W. HOAWLAND . FRANCES M. HUNT . . JOHN D. MCKINLEY . . GEORGE B. O'FLYN,N . . ELIZABETH E. PEIRCE . RUTH C. PHILLIPS . . HARRIET R. PIERCE MARTIN M. POST . . FLORENCE M. POWERS . ALLAN G. RICE . . . . . . . . . A.B., Amherst Principal B.S., Worc. Pohltechnic Institute . . . . . . A.B., Mt. Holyoke . . Worcester Statc Normal School . . . . A.B., Colby . . AB., Bowdoin A.B., Boston University . . A.B., A.M., Clark . A.B., Holy Cross . A.B., Fordham . . A.B., Wellesley A.B., Ph.B., Grove City . . A.B., Wellesley . A.B., Wellesley . . . . A.B., Wellesley . B.S., Wore. Polytechnic Institute . . . . . A.B., Clark . . A.B., Wellesley . A.B., A.M., Wesleyan . A.B., Harvard . . Carleton College . . . . . A.B., A.M., Harvard B.S., Mass. Agricultural College, A.M., Clark . . . . A.B., Boston University . . A.B., Mt. Holyoke . . . A.B., A.M., Wellesley . A.B., Harfoard, A.M., Hfl'771llt072 . ..... A.B., Smith . . . . . . A.B., A.M., Clark FLORENCE E. RYAN State Normal School, Radclife and Sm'bonne, Paris ANNA C. SHAUGHNESSY GERTRUDE SOUTHER . ETHEL M. SMITH . EDWARD F. TOBIN . MARY A. WAITE . . MARGARET M. WALSH . ELIZABETH B. WATSOIN SARA WHITIN . . . GERTRUDE E. WILLIAMS . FRANK A. WILSON . . . . . . . . A.B., Radcliffe . . . . A.B., Wellesley . Pratt Institute of Normal Art . . . . A.B., Holy Cross . A.B., Smith., A.M., Clark . . . . A.B., A.M., Radcliffe . . . . A.B., Mt. Holyoke Posse-Niessen School of Physical Education . . . . . . A.B., Wellesley . A.B., Williams N ,Q E lx! f N f f l FIRST HONOR Michael Abelsky ' Anna Cecilia Anguria if Lester Cramer it Hirsh Jacob Freed 'F Albert Lee Hall if Samuel Levenson Marion Grace Melican ' Philip Benjamin Miller SECOND HONOR William Percy Dewey William Everett Marchant it Vera Celia Glixman Warren Richard Purcell Milton Harold Goldberg at Irene Dorothy Skeist Helen Sneiderman Horace Mann Scholar f F b y 19 Class OECCFS ALBERT L- HALL ROBERT E. MCDONALD President Vice-President W ' I A ANNA C. ANGURIA PHILIP B. MILLER Sem'eta1'y Treaszwer Senior Committees PLAY Joel Levenson, C1'Llt'f7'l7Z1CL7'L Allan Ashton Blanid Reidy Anthony Meleski Gertrude Levine Mofrro Everett Loomis, Cll6Lf1'P7lifl7l Dorothy Cookson Sylvia Berman William Marchant MCCALL Michael Abelsky, Chcvirnzan William Dewey Edna Greeko Anna Anguria Daniel Horgan RING Robert MacDonald, Clzairmfm Sylvia Goldman Helen Laiviz Irene Burwick ' Warren Purcell PICTURE Milton Goldberg, Chiairmcm Matilda Carroll William Lawton Margaret Higgins Sidney Glick PROM Samuel Stayman, Clziairnzmz Everett Nicol Roslyn Seder Murdock Newman Frances Gilligan CLASS DAY Max Coonen, Cha.i'1'n'1ia-it Marion Scanlon Dorothy Epstein John Harrahy Barbara Cole Mmsrnm, Hirsh Freed, Cha-irma'n Joseph Keblinsky Helen Collins Edmund Walsh Ruth Leavitt SONG Edwin Rabinowitz, C'hflfi? I71fL?Z Esther Lubin Anna Donahue Samuel Levenson Ruth Sauter BANQUDT John J. Cummings, Chairnzan Samuel Whitman Margaret Wood Paul Topelian Vera Glixman DEDICATION Lester Cramer, Chairman Alphonse Ginkus Martha Morgan Lillian Cohen Floyd Anderson LEISTER CRAMER, Editor-in-Chief SYDNEY GLICK, Business Manager Class Song' MAXIMILIAN COONEN The Golden Path agleaming liesg Afar We gaze with searching eyes At visions clear which We should prize, O Classical. The Golden Gate before us towersg Thy key to open it is ours. Farewell, dear friend of treasured hours, O Classical. The Golden Ship in state doth wait To take us on our journey straight. Each mast and spar you've shaped for fate 0 Classical. The Golden Lights of Truth and Grace You've made our compass ever trace, Though far horizons We do face, O Classical. ALBERT HALL, President P1-esiclentis Address ALBERT' HALL Today marks the culmination of four years of opportunity. Time, so swift in its passage within these Walls of learning, has wrought in this brief while many changes among us. We pause on 'the threshold of tomorrow to View these changes. Our feelings of elation over hours well-spent must be tinged with sadness and regret, for we have come at length to the parting of the Ways. VVe deeply realize the obligation we owe to you, dear parents, Whose devotion and sacrifices for our welfare have followed us throughout our high school course. we are also ever mindful of the loyal efforts of our principal and teachers, through whose hearty co-operation we have been able to achieve this success. It is, therefore, on behalf of the Class of Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-six that we wish to extend to all of you, our friends, here assembled, a most cordial welcome, in order that you may help us to enjoy these Class Day exercises, and make this occasion one ever to be remembered in the busy endeavors of our lives. ANNA C. ANGURIA, Historian Class History ANNA C. ANGURIA Honorable judges, worthy opponents, and friends of Classical High, School: The question for debate reads: Resolved, that the Class of 1926 should be gradu- ated. Upholding the affirmative of this question is not so simple a task as it would at first seem since several of our Bolshevist members have tried to prevent ou1' being a full quota. However, We of the aflirmative have decided that we are equal to the task and so this afternoon, my colleagues and I shall discuss the glorious Past, the happy Present, and the most promising Future of the Class of 1926. After weeks of intensive study, we could come to but one conclusion: graduation, the reward for perseverance and the realization of ambitions, should be granted to this most noted Class because it has brought honor to itself, joy to the faculty, and glory to the school. September 2, 1922 was the first day of the open season on us as freshmen, the beginning of several weeks of that delightful sport indulged in annually by the upper classmen. This Class, which, by the way, is an unusual class, faced the situation in an unusual way. Instead of accepting the ordinary freshman fate, the members took matters into their own hands, and on the very first day of school, by capturing the top Hoor, they succeeded in putting the upper classmen under them for an entire year. Honorable judges, if this victory alone cannot convince you, let me show you by what other means the Class of 1926 has brought honor to its own name. During the first year the Class was not officially organized, but in the three ensuing years it showed remarkable wisdom in its choice of ofiicers. It has had but one famous President, Albert Hall, who by his eloquence has often moved his audience to laughter and to tears. Mr. Hall has broken a precedent in United States history in being elected to the presidency for three terms. Among the Vice-Presidents there has been Daniel Horgan, of the famous Classical family of Horgans, who was elected for two terms, and Bob McDonald, the well-known authority on women. Edna Greeko, Anna Donahue, and Anna Anguria are agreed that the Class has been fortunate in its choice of secretariesg while the Treasurers, Lester Cramer, Tony Meleski, and Philip Miller feel that their 20 CLASSIC MYTHS honesty has reflected on the Class. Certainly the Class has displayed unfailing intelli- gence in its choice of ofiicers. That the officers are not the only famous members of the Class is proved by the following quotations which you may find among others on Page 14 of the Argus for March, 1926, under the heading, Lives of Great Men. Lester Cramer wrote, Al- though my excessive modesty almost constrains me to silence, nevertheless my regard for the truth compels me to state that my success is due to sheer brain power. Edna Greeko declared, I ascribe my position in the world today to the pleasant result of curly hair, pretty eyes, and earrings-also to the fact that I despise men of all sizes, shapes, and kinds. Hirsh Freed, in commenting on the success that is his, stated, I attribute my obvious success to my remarkable perseverance, inherent good looks, wonderful intelligence, and habit of always taking at least one lump of sugar with my coffee. 'So are they all-all honorable men. Consider our musicians, dramatists, our athletes. Eddie Robinovitz sings even the freshmen into silence and appreciation. Matilda Car- roll calls up a vision of a fair Spanish Senorita, charming all who hear her. That Eddie and Matilda could sing we knew even before the Senior Revue, but what we found out about the vocal ability of Jimmy Kazachin, Bob McDonald, and Tony Meleski,- well, it was rare singing. In dramatics, too, the Class has covered itself with glory since our own leading lady, Gertrude Levine, has become so famous that plays have been written especially for her. From our latest play, 7-20-S, we have learned that Allan Ashton can qualify as a prospective resident of Paxton, that Kazachin is to be the successor of the Metro- politan ballet master, that Sidney Spiegel's heart is with the poets, that Samuel Stay- man is a rival of Adolphe Menjou, and that Jimmie 'O'Brien would be a jolly help to Uncle.Sam. As far as athletes are concerned, the Class of 1926 can boast not a little. Under the leadership of Tony Meleski, Jack Harrahy, and Paul Topelian our teams have done glorious Work. We quote Mr. Cantwell, physical director at Classical High School. He declared, Perhaps the best all-round athlete in the Worcester High Schools is in the Class of 1926. Besides being captain of the basketball and track teams, Paul Topelian CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 21 has broken the high jump record and has been awarded the Worcester County Cham- pionshipf' But there is nothing selfish in the Class of 1926 Cat least that we admitj, and they have not been conte-nit to enjoy their own glory, but they have felt that they must brighten the faculty corners. That our Class has brought joy to our teachers, I shall prove both by actual record and by testimony from the faculty. Previous to our com- ing there had been a demand for something to brighten the atmosphere of the school. Cosmetics helped some, in the hands of certain skillful artists, but the prayers of the faculty were definitely heard when Al Hall-no, he did not rouge-he merely resur-- rected Joseph's coat. ' Miss Crawford's blessing came in the disguise of Ebner Cohen, John Noonan, and Frank Tymoszko, for she has declared, Since they have sat in my room, I have no longer stayed awake nights for fear that I was not earning my salary. Furthermore, these boys have given Room Nine the reputation of having the most beautiful chalk- white fioor in the building. Mr. Howe's love for his sixth hour English VIII class was rivalled only by his love for his sixth hour study pupils. In fact, this love was so great that he never allowed a day to pass without giving them a few words of friendly advice. On one particular day he became so concerned over the welfare of a certain young miss called Sis, that he invited her to sit nearer his desk. The soothing effect of her presence was at once apparent. Miss Dodge has had many loves in our Class, but at one time she became actually attached to Joel Levenson. Not, of course, that Miss Dodge did not appreciate Joel's effort to conduct community singing, but an ear for music may be otherwise utilized. An added proof that we have brought joy to the faculty is the manner in which cer- tain teachers have reciprocated our attentions. Knowing, for instance, the domestic inclinations of Tony Meleski and Ed Walsh, Mr. Howe has conducted a course in domes- tic science with particular attention to the sweeping and dusting branches. We are not resting our case of the joy-bringing nature of the Class of 1926 on mere hearsay or they-say, we have appealed, to quote Charles Lamb, to this so-cried-up faculty itself. Mr. Graffan declared emphatically, I have never had such studious 22 CLASSIC MYTHS senior girls as have been in my class this year. Mr. Hearn was equally positive, The boys of your Class, except for the one or two I know, have seemed to me especially promising students- in botany. Miss Fiske grew enthusiastic as she recalled her bril- liant students of this year, My classes have been especially industrious and earnest, at times even brilliant. Finally we consulted 'the authorities of the upper' and lower regions. Mr. Evers in his own sunshiny way pronounced, I am glad you are to be graduated, while Mr. Porter contented himself with And one thing more, there will be graduation on Friday. We now come to the most weighty argument in favor of our being graduated: the Class of 1926 has brought honor to the school. A unique feat has been accomplished this year, that is victory in four speaking contests and the adornment of the beloved office with four more beautiful cups. Lillian Cohen and Albert Hall were our repre- sentatives on the declaiming teams, while Vera Glixman, Anna Anguria, Albert Hall, Hirsh Freed, and Philip Miller were orators of the debating teams. Of course it is understood that they merely represent a widespread enthusiasm in the Class for debat- ing. Mention of Philip Miller will recall to you that under him the Student Council not only has extended its powers, but in reversal of the usual process, has now acquired a Constitution which we hope will be an immortal document so that the Miller Doctrine may never be abandoned by Classical High School. Although our boys have failed to win any athletic championship this year, we can still boast that Tony Meleski was a member of the championship football team in 1924, while he and Jack Harrahy were members of the championship baseball team in 1924 Our 1926 basketball team was made up almost entirely of seniors, Lawton, Brown Nicols, and Topelian, all of whom displayed some brilliant playing. Our baseball players, Babbitt, Topelian, Jaffe, Meleski, and Chenis, and our track men have added to Classical's glory. Nor can we forget the Hne work displayed by our tennis team under Lester Cramer. This work was often done under a great handicap, for several times our boys were forced to play even though overcome with the sorrow of losing a morn- ing's work at school. I This year, our girls, out of pity for the other schools, decided that they would per- mit them to acquire a few cups, but last year Helen Laiviz, Mary Hardy, and Dot Epstein were members of the championship hockey squad. Here it is only fitting and proper to call to your attention the fact that Helen Laiviz for two years has offered CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 23 her services, unhesitatingly, to every athletic team in the school, with the exception of the boys' teams, while Dot Epstein and Mary Hardy have followed closely in her foot- steps. The Junior Shin-dig held in 1924 under the auspices of the Class of 19226 proved beyond a doubt that this Class was a very valuable addition to the social life of Classi- cal High School, for this dance was proclaimed everywhere fin our own Classj as being one of the most successful, if not the most successful dance ever held by a junior class. As for our Senior Prom, I have only to quote Samuel Stayman, chairman of the prom committee, who, at a meeting of the well-known seniors of Classical, de- clared, This year we are going to spend more money for the hall, more money for the music, more money for the refreshments than was ever spent before and, as a result, we are going to have a better time than was ever had before. The Class of 1926 will never forget its Senior Prom, and it has not, as Lester Cramer, Class financier, prophesied. This, our last year has been, in fact, one continued efont on our part 'to make Classical famous. No contemporary historian can do adequate justice to the Concert, the Revue, the Play, fall of which owe their success to the talents of the Class of 19261 but any senior will eloquently defend any insinuation to the contrary. Honorable judges, the case is before you or rather before me. Here is the Class of 1926, one hundred and sixty-three boys and girls, handsome, intelligent, industri- ous. Shall they be allowed to languish on the shores of a high school curriculum when the dashing waves of the wide, wide world lap about their very feet? Shall any selfish desire on the part of the faculty to keep within these hallowed walls these bright, shin- ing examples of intellectual prowess be permitted to stand when the nation calls for men to run the government and the men, the women? Shall the timidity of the juniors to take up the reins of responsibility fo1'ce us to remain here and take care of the treasures of sculpture that adorn our corridors and the athletic annex at the far end of the southwest corner? It must not be. The honor which we have won here sum- mons us forth, the joy we gave the faculty makes us new Pollyannas to the world, the glory we have brought to Classical we bestow and bequeath as a legacy. My colleagues will further my argument and show by a presentation of the present and by a forecast of the future that the Class of 1926 should be graduated from Classical High School. PHILIP MILLER, Oratm The Problem of Progress PHILIP BENJAMIN MILLER In these days of Modernism, with progress such as only the flights of the im agination can begin to comprehend, Man has come to consider himself well-nigh omnipotent and vastly superior to those who have preceded him. In fact, we have reached the point today, by reason of our advance in education, science, industry and commerce, where we actually show disrespect to our ancestors and make open jest of them, deriding their names and belittling their precepts, as being old fashioned. But if we would glance soberly back through the Ages, we should realize that all we are today was made possible by them alone. Frequently their contributions to the enlightening and uplifting of humanity were made possible by tireless effort and in many cases by giving of their all. As reward for their work, these Men of His- tory ask nothing, not even our tears. But does it not seem human, is it not proper, are we not in duty bound, in consid- eration of all they have done for us, to show them ordinary respect and not to ridicule and sneer at their very names, even though centuries may separate us from them. Much of the work of our illustrious forefathers has been unparalleled through the Ages down to our present day. In those glorious years during the Golden Age of Athens when art was at its height, Phidias, the outstanding sculptor of that period, made a statue of the goddess Athene, which in beauty and perfection, has been the envy of artists of all succeeding times. In this same Golden Age do we see true patriotism and real citizenship, when it was customary for every voter to devote one day of each week working for his country. The drama of this period also was outstanding, its tragedies in particular serving as permanent standards. In the early days of the Empire, mighty Rome built roads unequalled even by modern engineering. During that time the Romans cultivated a literature and art which ranks with the best in the world. Throughout her busy and troubled years, a legal code was built up which is the very foundation of both the British and American law systems. The chemistry of today was made possible only through the alchemy of yesterday. In literature we must still turn to the works of the sages of the ages. It is only in 26 CLASSIC MYTHS I them that we find a profound comprehensive discussion of the everlasting problems of life. And so we might continue. But it cannot be denied that we modems are actually using the very work of the men of the past and that the position of the world today is due almost entirely to their accumulated labors. This disrespect for our elders may in a large degree be traced to the rapid progress being made in various fields. Today we live in an age of machinery and invention, and so easily, as compared with other times, do we obtain the necessities of life, that not so much as a thought disturbs our minds of the struggle others have had in eking out a mere existence. With all our ease and luxury, we take things as they are. Seldom do we contemplate whence they are derived or under what trials and tribulations. But the progress being made in many cases difers greatly from the development of the past, It is not the laborious progress of struggle, but rapid progress, whose maddening speed is rushing it on, endangering our country's welfare. Disobedience to law has become common and plausible and is threatening to rock the very foundations of our government. Also legal machinery for the administering of Justice seems to have become inefficient as compared with Crime. A mad scramble for material prosperity has resulted from this feverish advance in our modern day life. So hectic has this rush become that we seldom consider whether the means by which this mere pecuniary wealth is acquired, are even honorable. Still further has gone our lust for gold. Only in the light of what we shall materially get out of it do we consider a project today. We have come to think of an education only in terms of the returns we will realize from it and not how much it will assist us in understanding Life or how it will elevate us in both Mind and Soul. Such are the characteristics of the progress of today. The question arises, are we going to check the tide of progress entirely? No, for it is the very nature of Man and has been invaluable in uplifting humanity. It has gone on since the first day and will continue until judgment time. It is rushing onward with the rapidity of a mountain torrent. Fellow Classmen, our duty lies not in stemming or hampering progress, but in directing it in the proper channels. At the close of this week, each one of us will start out to make his wayg one to college, another at once into the affairs of the world. But, regardless of what our present plans may be, we shall eventually assume our place in the world, our position and office being determined by ourselves. Thus every one CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 27 of us will be in actual contact with progress, either contributing to the directing or mis- directing of its force. When we contemplate that upon us in part is dependent the future honor and glory of our country and of our firesides, we realize that our task is not a simple one. Then, too, the present generation has made many steps towards assuring the peace of the world, the accomplishment of which rests in our hands. However, we shall leave this school properly fitted to aid in directing progress in correct paths. All of us know the diiference between right and wrong. We have learned, as those simple and pure settlers, who founded this vast and glorious nation, used to preach to their children, that the only thing that counts in life is character. Blessed with this bed-rock knowledge, we know enough to obey the laws. Fellow Classmen, what more could our country ask? Nothing, for it is her laws that constitute her government. But we can go still further. We can frown upon those who disobey her laws and let all our actions be none other than those of peace-loving citizens who cherish the value of liberty. Regardless of the power we are endowed with or the riches we may amass, may we always manifest that democracy we practiced within these walls. Whether it be in the midst of the sands of the Sahara or on a busy city boulevard, in a lordly estate or a humble cottage, may We ever retain the hearty greetings of democratic friendship. In short, when we take our place in the world, let us place our feet in the tracks of our ancestors, where we can neither wonder nor stumble. Let us follow them in the true progress they have made in advancing the cause of human brotherhood and under- standing. And if our country is confronted with grave dangers, if anarchy should threaten to overthrow law and order, and if moral turpitude should endanger our social system, mindful of the experience of our worthy leaders in the past, let us, true to the standards of the Class of 1926, always be zealous to preserve that virtue, which alone ennobles. ROBERT E. MCDONALD, Prophet Class Prophecy ROBERT E. lVlCDONALD It is Class Day, June 21, 1926! The assembly hall at Classical is crowded with friends and parents and is radiant with the colors of old '26. The program begins. The Class History is read, the Oration given,-it is time for the Prophecy. The chairman rises and announces that the Prophet has not appeared and, conse- quently, there is no Prophecy. A substitution has been made and a fellow-classman will offer something in place of the Prophecy. The substitute begins to speak, but is stopped by a roar from the rear of the hall. The Prophet rushes breathlessly to the platform waving a newspaper. He challenges the right of the substitute to speak and calls upon the chairman to grant him the floor. The Prophet mounts the platform 'and saying that he has just come from a distance of twenty-five years into the future, he unfolds the paper which he has brought from that realm and begins to read: THE CRYSTAL BALL June 21, 1950 Price: One laugh and 'two chuckles. Vol. I-No 1. The First and Last Issue. Commission Seeks Settlement The American Foreign Debts Commis- sion headed by Lester Cramer approach- es a settlement. Cramer has done not-i able- work abroad and has been given a place in the English peerage for his dis- tinguished service. Lord Cramer later attempted to fur- ther the good will of the delegation by asking the Turkish ambassador to sub- scribe to a popular Armenian Relief Fund. Cramer will recover. Great Surgical Feat! Once more the name of James Brown comes to the fore in the medical world. Doctor Brown has cut open Jeremiah Cronin, chronic sufferer from indiges- tion, Hve times. Faced with the neces- sity of making a fifth incision and pos- sibly more in the future, Brown made the cut, sewed on a button, and made a button-hole. The patient survives! Doctor Brown modestly gives the credit to his charming nurse, Helen Col- lins. Steamship Sinks OE the Irish Coast-The U. S. S. Neversink foundered upon shoals two miles off the coast of Ireland today. Capt. Ebner Cohen, through his competent leadership, brought every passenger to shore in safety. He was given a huge ovation in Dub- lin on his arrival. Accompanying him are two prominent American financiers, Samuel Whitman and Myron Meiselman who became multi-millionaires selling rafts during the panic on the boat. 30 CLASS IC MYTHS Polar Flight Fails Ice Berg-The flight to the pole sche- duled for yesterday failed, according to latest reports. Allan Ashton, leading the expedition, returned to his base of supplies with his companions, Charles Benoit and John Chenis, early this morn- ing. The party left yesterday at 2 A. M. with a huge airplane and returned this morning with no-thing but chilblains. Daylight Robbery on Main Street! The safe in the establishment of 'the Elite Funeral Parlors of which Hugh I. Bulger is proprietor, was broken open early this morning. Bulger reported that 392.47 in cash and 25.94 in stamps, be- sides a pair of false teeth were taken. Chief of Police Floyd Anderson as- signed John Dowd and John Curran, lo- cal sleuths, to the case. After inspecting the scene of the robbery and deliberating three hours and one-half, they both reached the decision that it was a thief who took the money. Noted Lecturer Returns Podunk Center-Joel Levefnson, wide- ly known as a lecturer and author, also noted for his philanthropical work, re- turned to the scenes of his childhood yes- terday. He was greeted by the Board of Select- men and was driven to his home by no other than William Carey, the Police Force himself. Impressed by his recep- tion, Levenson has donated a sight see- ing bus to the local Institution for the Blind. Galaxy of Artists Scores Triumph 'New York City-Listeners on the radio last night were given a special treat when Mathilda Carroll and Edwin Robinovits, Metropolitan artists, sang from Station WOW. Mr. Robinovits' singing was accom- panied by crashing static which occa- sioned a deluge of request numbers. Obligingly Ed responded with a com- position of his own--a new banana song entitled, Hanging Out With the Bunch. Party Leader Confident of Success Washington, D. C.- The Republican Party will see great success in the com- ing four years, stated Albert Hall, party leader, at a banquet here last night. The banquet was the brilliant climax of a series of entertainments prepared for the distinguished politician. Toasts were given and Hall received a great ovation when he spoke. Ginger ale flowed freely and the music of the soup was accompanied by Miss Margherita Nardi's Symphony Orchestra. Missionary Returns Frances Gilligan, missionary to South Africa, gave a talk before the Women's League yesterday. She pointed out the needs of the natives and asked all to contribute in any way in which they could. Already, the President of the League, Mabel Conway, has received 10 pairs of red flannel underwear, 8 mufllers, 3 pairs of gloves, and 34.37 in cash. Action was also taken to give a Min- strel Show, the proceeds to go towards buying some jazz records for the Home for the Deaf. Miss Irene Burwick is in charge. Inventor Disappears! W. Richard Purcell, widely known in- ventor and technical expert, attempted to demonstrate the harmlessness of nitro- glycerine before a large crowd today. Everything went well until he acciden- tally dropped a vial of his harmless mixture. Although the county districts and hos- CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 31 pitals have been scoured, no trace of him had been found at press time. Hotel Mix-Up Jacob Lemovitz was badly bruised in a near-riot at the Colonial Hotel today. Lemovitz was serving his first day as head-waiter of the establishment. When announcing that dinner was served, he was knocked down and stepped on in the rush to the dining-room. TONIGHT TONIGHT Bill Dewey's Melody Boys The Bucket O' Blood 8-1 A. M. Appointments to Station 4 Hymen Levitsky and Arthur Sterling have been appointed patrolmen to Sta- tion 4. They will be assigned to their beats today. It is curious to note that no patrol- man has lasted more than two weeks in this district. The appointees will leave no families. Attempted Murder John Ring was treated for a Hesh wound at the police surgery by Doctor Frank Tymoszko early this morning. William Marchant is held for the shooting. When questioned by District Judge Malcolm Reno, Marchant made this reply, I am a game hunter and I saw a hair on his head. He will vacation at the state's ex- pense. Don't Go Elsewhere and Get Trimmed ! Give Us a Chance. Henry Leon's Clothing Store Sorority Convenes The Daughters of Pocahontas with Miss Anna Donohue as the Main Poke, met a delegation from the local chapter of Lions of which Everett Loom- is is the Grand Exalted Growl. Following the meeting, the delegation listened to Peter Lankenner, dietician, give a talk on How to Eat Asparagus. Social Notices The many friends of Alphonse Ginkus will be glad to know that he is at home on a short visit. Ginkus has spent sev- eral years. in the frozen north trying to discover how sardines get into cans. When interviewed, he remarked that his researches were getting on, but the whole affair was decidedly f1shy. We have just learned that Michael Abelsky has been appointed truant officer for the International Correspondence Schools. A reception was held by Mr. and Mrs. Reardon last night to celebrate the home- coming of their daughter Katherine. who has been doing remarkable research work in the U. S. Cancer Clinic. Miss Reardon was welcomed by Miss Katherine McNulty, a school chum, who helped to arrange the party. Vocal se- lections were given by Miss Estelle Caron and dancing followed. Save thc Surface and You Save All! Try Mae Glodas' Beauty Cream 25 cents per package-two for fifty. El Ropo Cigars They Stupify EDWARD KOLOSKI-Dealer Early Morning Disturbance Morris Newman, tenant of the Worthy Block, prevented an argument between John Timon and John Noonan early this morning. 'Timon and Noonan nearly came to blows when Newman interceded. Timon, who is janitor of the block, replied in 32 CLASSIC MYTHS parting that he would make it hot for both of the tenants. Seventh Women's Congress to Meet Miss Sylvia Feingold will take the chair at the annual Women's Conference next week. This assembly is composed of prominent women from all over the country. Miss Feingold will be accompanied in her trip by Miss Lillian Cohen and Rose Brodinsky, who have been prominent in local literary circles. Mary Charbonneau of the Program Committee has been successful in ob- taining Mr. Joseph Montville as honor- ary speaker. New College Head Miss Anna Anguria was installed as Dean of Mryn Bawr yesterday. Miss Anguria has attained an enviable posi- tion as a teacher and writer and her services have been much sought. The ceremony was solemn and im- pressive from every viewpoint. Miss Genevieve Rutkauskus gave a message of welcome from the alumnae and Miss Alice Tobin gave the address. The band played, Yes, We Have No Bananas and the student body joined in the chor- us. Production Is Huge Success Mlle. Gertrude Levine scored a decisive hit last night at the Palace Theatre when she gave an impressive interpreta- tion of Eliza in the monstrous produc- tion of Uncle Tom's Cabin, directed and staged by Hirsh Freed. Freed, besides producing the play, por- trayed the effective role of Little Etva and, with his musical voice, gave the off-stage effect of blood-hounds ap- proaching. However, he was later inca- pacitated when a curtain fell on him in the second act. Another distressing incident occurred in the middle of the third act when John Donohue, playing Simon Le-gree, was beaten insensible by William Anguria who was Uncle Tom.. Anguria claims Donohue wielded the well-known whip too promiscuously. Joseph Conlon and Harry Lapides took the part of ice on the river. Lecture Is a Lively Affair Youth and the Present Age was the theme of the lecture delivered by Pro- fessor Harry Katz in the Auditorium last night. When I was a boy, I had to walk a mile to school, use wooden lockers, and take a chance at the lunch counter along with the rest, said Professor Katz. Isadore Burstein, in the audience, woke up long enough to challenge the re- mark of Mr. Katz. Burstein said, I believe there is plenty of good 'stuff' in our young folks, but the question is-where do they get it? Big Top Soon to Arrive Next week will see the Dingling Bros. Circuas in the city. The performance this year will be bigger and better than ever, asserts Sydney Glick, advance agent for the show. In addition to the hair-raising aerial performers, Alice Costello and Eleanor Cummiskey, the circus will feature Vitty Bulwich, trapeze artist de luxe, who will dive from the top of the tent into a cup of coffee. Also, one of the main attractions will be Milton Goldberg, who swallows all sorts of swords. Goldberg confidentially admits he received his early training by bolting his food at the school lunch counter. Mystic Causes Furore All society is agog with excitement over Miadamoiselle- Roslyn Seder, who has demonstrated her remarkable psy- CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 33 chic powers at several charity bazaars. Blindfolded, she sees all that goes on about her. Mr. J. Anthony Rudis, well- known clubman, sought to test her pow- ers by asking the nature of the button on his lapelg but Mlle. Seder corrected him and pronounced it not a button, but soup. Grace Sues the City Elias Grace, a prominent citizen, seeks damages from the city for a fall. Grace claims he fell on a sidewalk and injured his dignity. The case will be heard next week. He has retained Walter Moosa as his attorney. M'oosa is confident of success in the courts. Buy a House on the Installment Plan. Only 955.00 down and 31.00 a week for '72 years-plus interest Eli Hurwitz and Abraham Jaffe If you Wore them around your neck, you'd want them fresh. Dominick Chelauski All Kinds of Ropes and Cords. Quiet and Efficient Service. FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Frank Trantis, Prop. IN THE COUNTY TOWNS Fox Corners-Miss Martha Morgan has lately been given charge of the local post-ofiice here. We feel that she will be a complete success in her new position for she has demonstrated her ability in handling males. Maple Leaf Farm-Albert Nanatavich predicts that the potato crop will be ex- tremely limited this year. If my lumbago is any judge, says Nanatavich, there will be a scarcity of potatoes. Strawberry Center-The local church held its annual Ice Cream Festival last night. Squire Arthur Stead was chief mar- shal of the celebration which was held in Joe Wondolowski's barn. The Misses Marion Scanlon and Anna Wha- len acted as waitresses. The event of the evening was a presen- tation of sle-ight-of-hand tricks by the village boy favorite, Louis Rush. How- ever, this feature was marred by the fact that Rush caused Edmond Walsh's watch to disappear and was unable to produce it again. The Town Hall will be the scene of hustle and 'bustle tonight when the Ladies' Auxiliary will present a drama- tization of Virgil's Aeneid. Miss Valentine Paltanavicia, a local girl, will be seen in the charming role of the mythical Queen Dido. According to latest reports, outside talent will be employed when Sidney Spiegel, the great emotionalist, comes to town to play the opposite lead of Aeneas A ca- pacity house is expected. Way Out Inn When you eat here your stomach loses its memory. ELLEN DINEEN and DOROTHY COOKSON, Proprietors Buy the latest novel, SOUL THREOBSH By Adelaide Coleman at The Doris Broadbent Book Shoppe TEACHER OF ELOCUTION -Develop Your Voice- JOHN KEINDRTAVICH 34 CLASSIC MYTHS The latest hit- I Cut Open the Mattress -Hey! Hey! At the Beatrice Larochelle and Esther Lubin Music Shop Ballroom and Classical Dancing Taught! MITCHELL SACIQS and HELEN BE'LLIV'EAU Question Corner Dear Editor: I am a student of industry. Can you tell me what the people of Webster do that the people of Worcester do not do? JOHN WILLIAM FORAN. Ans.: Surely, they live in Webster. Dear Editor: On a recent excursion for which I paid six dollars, I lost my wife in changing trains. What shall I do? Gnome ILLBEG. Ans.: Don't be miserly-what do you want for six dollars? Editor: I am looking for a man-a glorious man of massive structure. He must be grand, upright, and square. Surely, there must be one somewhere? HELEN Loursn MCDONALD. Ans.: I would suggest that you cease your search for a man. Buy a piano! Dear Editor: I would like to ask why you do not publish my poem, To a Cuckoo. You must realize that I flatter your paper by sending it one of my works. PLACIDA ANNA MARIA VILEIKIS. Ans.: We are sorry, but your poem has been neatly and promptly tiled in the waste basket. Health Hints By DOCTOR JOHN CUMMINGS Drink plenty of water-you can't get anything else anyway! Keep cool-remember your celluloid collar! Don't spit on the streets-remember the flood! i.4 ii. Serial Story Lost in the Vlfilfls of Elm Park Chapter XXXXIII Auntie, pleaded Edna Greeko, al- low me to secure a position in the 5 and 10 cent store and help you pay for the house. No-never, shrieked the wailing woman, we will trust in Providence. Just then the door fell in under the lusty fist of Bernard Kaffernan. With a twist of his cruel moustache he stag- gered to the middle of the room. Pay up the mortgage or out you go, he snarled. Shoot me with your knife, but spare the chee-ild, moaned Marion Melican. James Kazachin bears the money even now from Providence, R. I. Curses, muttered the villain seizing her by the throat. CTO be continuedj In the Movie World We hear that Harry Shumway is to star as the main reason in Why Girls Leave Home. Harry has enjoyed in- tense popularity since he faced the carn- era, especially in his latest release with Barbara Cole as co-star. Sylvia Goldman has built a beautiful villa in South Hollywood and is taking a short rest before she appears in Archie Shulman's next attempt, Whis- pering Whiskersf' CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 35 Cuckoo Pictures Corporation has suc- ceeded in securing Vera Glixman, widely known. scenarist, to supervise their later productions. Theodore Babbitt will star in the great baseball epic, The Bat. Op- posite him Mary Finnegan will share the stellar honors. Margaret 'O'Brien and Blanid Reidy, recruits from the comedy studios, will be seen in the initial attempt of Julia 0'Reilly, only woman director, who will produce What Price Potatoes from the story by Goldy Pobolinsky. Attacks City's Policies Attorney Philip B. Miller spoke bit- terly before a meeting of lawyers and business men in the Astoria Hotel last night. Mr. Miller's vehement talk was the re- action of his visit to the local public li- brary where, looking in the catalogue under the subject of spirits, he found a specimen of the bottled kind. Since Miller's discovery, the files of the library have become extremely popu- lar, according to Cecilia McNally, libra- lan. New School of Aviation 'Opens Lieut. William Pigon has opened a school of aviation here. He brings with ltim Miss' Mary Hardy who will assist him in the work, together they ought to build up a rising business. Of Interest to Women A miscellaneous shower was given for Miss Lillian Haynes at the home of Miss Jane Loughlin last night. She received 48 can openers and 30 pairs of candle stick holders. Miss Ruth Leavitt, of this city, who is now touring Europe in a series of con- certs, sang for the King of Myopia yes- terday. The king was so delighted that he ordered a new revolution for her ben- eiit. TM1. Admirers of Agnes McNamee, local stage favorite, will be pleased to hear that she will resume her column in this paper entitled, Advice to the Love Lorn. The pupils of Miss Ruth L. Sauter gave their annual recital in her studio last night. A large assembly gathered to hear the torture of all the famous old composers. Miss Minerva Kanib and Miss Mar- garet Wood will leave soon on a tour of Russia where they will study economic conditions. -Every Bride Should Have One- Pearl-Handled Revolvers The Julia Krock Gift Shop .1.,1,? Buy it by the Pint oriQuart Irene Skeist and Helen Sneiderman Dealers in Ink SPORTS Boston Wins 15th Straight! The Boston Terriers took the Chicago Bears into their camp for a 33-0 Win yes- terday before the record crowd of the season. Tom Higgins hurled a fine game for Boston, while Daniel Horgan did the slab-work for Chicago. 36 CLASSIC MYTHS Jack Harrahy, star key-stone sacker, was clearly the star of the game al- though, slightly befuddled while at bat in the fifth inning, he ran around the bases the wrong way but recovered, saw his mistake, and ran the correct way be- fore the ball fell from the air. At the beginning of the game, Max Coonen was presented with a beautiful silver cork-screw from a delegation of the Women's Temperance League headed by Sylvia Berman. - Joseph After Record Israel Joseph will face Joie Ray in an attempt to lower' the mile record. So far, the battle has been one of words- Ray claiming Joseph will not come in till sun-down and Joseph offering to beat Ray running backwards. ,lt-l1 Channel Swim Fails Arthur Crowley, U. S. swimming champion, failed in his initial attempt to swim the cold waters of the English Channel. Crowley was three-quarters of the way across the channel when exhaus- tion compelled him to turn around and swim back to his starting point. Hugh Coyle, his manager, is confident that the second attempt will be success- ful. O'Brien Is Ready From the training camp of Slugger Jim 0'Brien comes the report that he is ready to meet Dave fGunboatJ Sterling at any time. At their last nght, the match was broken up by the police after Sterling had been unoflicially counted out with a ginger-ale bottle. O'Brien has been in disfavor since his fight with Jo Pinkus, when having knocked Pinkus to the fioor, he dazedly lifted the referee, Manuel Sussman, through the ropes with a mighty right to the jaw. Girl Net Star Triumphs Youthful Helen Laiviz again is the central figure in the tennis world when she successfully defended her title against Margaret Higgins, title aspi1'ant. A New Champion After three gruelling hours of Ping- Pong, Samuel Stayman turned his tired face to the staff of reporters and weakly acknowledged the congratulations which were showered on him. The dethroned King of Ping-Pong, Joseph Mullaney, smiled and conceded Stayman to be the better player. Lawton ls Signed When football candidates are called out at Pornell, they will be under the critical eye of Bill Lawton as coach. Lawton was recently signed to till the vacancy left by Tony Meleski, who is to coach the cohorts of Cenn University. Meleski was a star player in his college days, when in the Hale-Yarvard game, he ran 102 yards and fell over the goal line with ten men clinging to him. Game Ends in Dispute The game between the White Creek Giants and the Turner Center Wonders nearly ended in flstic battle yesterday. Marty Logan, captain of the Giants CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 37 claims that Israel Jaffe, his fullback, was sand-bagged in the second quarter. The game- was called because of the dark- ness when Paul Topelian of the Wonders swore he counted sixteen men on the other team, Umpire Everett Nicol jumped over a fence and so made his es- cape without injury. Turf Season Opens Irish Boy the colt owned by Samuel Levenson romped under the wire first in the Belmont Sweepstakes today. The horse was ridden by Murdock Newman whose management was largely respon- sible for the victory. Rose Queen owned by Miss Dorothy Epstein trailed the winner all the way and came in second, with Oscar Shack riding. Women Battle for Boxing Crown The Women's Boxing Championship went to Miss Helen Sullivan after a 10- round bout yesterday afternoon. Miss Sullivan fought Miss Cecilia O'Loughlin, the defeated champion, from the first round to the last gong. The contest might have gone many rounds more had not Florence Shapiro, looking from a window, spied Edwin Palm, movie Sheik palssing through the streets with a reception delegation. Miss Ellizabeth Sullivan, xrefereed the bout and awarded the decision. LILLIAN A. COHEN, Ivy Omtm Ivy Grat1on fW'ith. apologies to Bfz.mfJa.11's Pilgrim-J LLLLIAN A. COHEN As I walked through the Wilderness of Grammar School, I lighted on a certain place where was a Den and I laid me down to sleepy and as I slept I dreamed. Before me I beheld the City of Learning which led to the City of Realized Ambi- tions. Straightway entered I the City where I was greeted by Mr. Worldly-Wise Sophomore, he placed on my shoulders a Burden labeled Lessons, which he, knowing all, no longer needed. On my head was heaped the worthless advice of Mr. Jolly Junior and of Mr. Sophisticated Senior concerning the best means of ascending the Hill of Algebra, which loomed before me, and of discovering the elusive hiding places of those hideous Monsters, X, Y and Z. The intricacies of these places filled me with misgiving, but as Mr. Ready-to-Help came to my assistance, I was able to ascend without much difficulty. I found, however, as I descended to broad Plane Surface on the far side of the Hill, that the path was strewn with the dead bodies and whitened bones of Failures who had vainly attempted to reduce X, Y and Z to lowest terms, or to borrow correct answers. One withered skeleton, Mr. Hygiene-Professor had set up in the narrowest part of the road and, as a test of his endurance, each student, before going on, must needs count the ribs and flex the joints of Skeleton. Though terrified at this prospect. I screwed my courage to the sticking point, and I did not fail. I finally reached Plane Surface which, with Original and Binomial Theorem were located in the midst of the Slough of Geometry. Here Heedless urged me to go back, but Heed-Well advised me to wallow through the mire of Triangles, Circles, and Regular Polygons, and so secure the A's, B's, and C's offered by Mr. State-Your Reason for a successful crossing. Thankful was I that I heeded not Heedless for he was sulfo- cated between Lines Parallel and Perpendicular, while I, reaching the other side of the Slough found Rest and Refreshment at Vanity Fair. At the Fair, there were 7-20-8 booths, all beautifully decorated with Hawthorne and Holly-Berries, and though I was most anxious to reach the Gate of the City of Real- ized Ambitions which I now saw in the distance, I could not resist General Entertain- ment's invitation to visit Hallowe'en Party, Junior Shindig, and Senior Prom. There Miss Flapper danced with Mr. Sheik, while Mr. Bluff and Miss Show-Off proved them- selves apt contortionists. Neglected Madam Chaperon, with hawk's eye, sat prepared to enforce the three-inch distance requirement between the partners. At Senior Revue, other bewildering phenomena occurred. One pilgrim, carolling blithely, flagged a train 40 CLASSIC MYTHS for Alabam, another sat on top of the worldg and the famous Ed Wynn trilled that the little stars of Duna were calling him home. Remember the Night I was urgedg Always, I answered, and trudged on. Now there is a Den of P. M.'s situated in the Valley of Humiliation and ruled by a mighty Tyrant. The Watchful Porter, who guards the entrance, I had hoped to elude, but having forgotten that Silence is Golden, I was held captive for many days, together with many other Erring Brothers. Downcast and weary, I finally crawled from the Den, only to find myself slipping slowly but surely into the Valley of Senior Tears. I was forsaken by Worldly-Wise Sophomore and Jolly Junior in the darkness of Ignorance which enveloped meg the Shades of Shakespeare, Milton, and Burke pur- sued me even to the edge of the Abyss of Failure. I called desperately to Courage and Hope, who, grasping me by either arm, drew me from that dreadful cliff. They escorted me in safety to the Gate of the City, and from my aching shoulders lifted my heavy Burden. In my hand Success placed a Certificate. Then the Golden Gate opened, and behold! a Heavenly Host came forth to welcome me. I follo-wed The Golden Path agleamingn before me, into the City of Realized Ambitions. So I awoke, and behold it was a dream, a dream of four happy years to be ren- dered immortal by the spray of ivy which shall one day, I hope, envelop in a mantle of cool green, the now bare walls of Classical. LESTER CRAMER The American Literature of Revolt LESTER CRAMER Of late a new sect of authors has sprung up in our midst. Young, bold, chafing at every form of restraint, its adherents constitute a distinct rebellion against conven- tional American ideas about literature and life. Between this revolt and that of the French writers in the last quarter of the nineteenth century, an interesting comparison can be drawn. At that time, Zola, Flaubert, and De Maupassant, among others, were introducing the doctrine of realism in fiction. A great storm of protest broke forth against these meng they were assailed by all who hold fast to the perennial dogma, What is is rightf' but they triumphed over all contemporary condemnation, all reactionary opposition, andstoday their names gleam forth in letters of gold from the shining banner which French art proudly bears aloft. E The present movement in this country has also been the object of much unfavorable criticism. Indecent! Inartistic! shout its detractors. We present life as we see it, calmly reply its advocates. Sinclair Lewis is the best known of the several prominent artists who belong to this group. With keen perception Lewis satirizes the foibles of modern America. Although he has incurred a considerable amount of hostility, the national sense of humor, which enables us to laugh at our own defects, has made him popular. In Main Street, Babbitt, and Arrowsmith, his three most widely-read novels, Lewis has dissected respectively a typical town, business man, and profession, with such skill that some of his characterizations have become by-words. A gradual development of Lewis' literary ability is noticeable and this has been recognized by the Pulitzer Prize Committee in its bestowal of the prize for 1925 upon his latest novel, Arrowsmith. He, however, with distinctive honesty, has refused to accept a gift which he feels is detrimental to the healthy growth of American letters. More stinging in his sarcasm than Lewis is Ben Hecht. A volatile and impetuous young man is he, whose abandon of spirit is clearly demonstrated in a style which sparkles with exquisitely beautiful metaphors and phrases. His portraits of his per- sonages are amazing in their unerring exposal of frailty. Satire, so bitter as to seem CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 43 almost invective. permeates his books and at times rises to heights of remarkable eloquence. Though Hecht's writings are termed novels, they may well be called autobi- ographies, for they are nothing more than the expression of Hecht's ideas from the lips of a hero who is none other than the author himself. His views are startling yet sincere, and the people created by his imagination are described with fine dramatic power. Erik Dorn and Humpty-Dumpty are two of his compositions which have caused much discussion. Brilliant, bitter, burning with prophetic fervor, this man Hecht is a truly unique figure, and one to be reckoned with in considering belles-lettres in these United States. E The third of the so-called radicals is Sherwood Anderson. He is-or so it would seem from his stories-a gentle being who looks on humanity with pitying and forgiv- ing eyes. He has an indirect manner of ingratiating his individuals with the 1'eader. Almost insensibly one comes to sympathize with these figments of his brain, who seem to be deformed by life's cruelties. Anderson will never be a popular writer because of this very, as it were, reticence, only a sensitive and receptive reader can appreciate the full significance of what he suggests. That his tales are well worth a careful pe- rusal is evidenced. by the fact that his collection of short stories entitled Winesburg, Ohio, won the Dial Prize for literary excellence in 1921. Perhaps the most scholarly herein mentioned is Ludwig Lewisohn. A former pro- fessor, his knowledge of the best European and American writings is extensive. His books show the effect of his erudition which, combined with a highly poetic, sensitive nature, makes him a writer of the iirst rank. In the words of Isaac Goldberg: Lewisohn is so acutely responsive to beauty that it turns often to paing the beauty that fails him in life, he frames in sentences compact of melody and meaning. Lewisohn is a confirmed pacifist, and the useless slaughter of war he hates with all his soul. Like Hecht, he is Jewish, but, as he relates in Up Stream, he was tardy in coming to a realization and appreciation of his racial heritage. Israel is a pic- ture of, a plea for, and an appeal to his newly-found people. Theodore Dreiser-truly, a name to be pronounced in reverent tones. Sneers and cheers have been his. In one breath Ernest Boyd stamps him as chaotic, formless. banal at times, and hails him as a creative genius. Strange indeed is the novelist who, with all his obvious defects, can earn the high praise accorded to Dreiser. Let us attempt to understand whence comes the undeniable greatness of the man. To quote Mr. Boyd again: His influence may be compared to the displacement effected by the 44 CLASSIC MYTHS pressure of the sheer weight of some elemental natural force, and this statement con- tains the kernel of iDreiser's art. A force of nature which sweeps all before it by sheer, irresistible power! In Dreiser there is no Pollyannaism, no pretense, no compromise with the stern facts of lifeg the world is a panorama of people and events that his writings reveal with the clearness of photographs. His book The Titan has been placed in John Cowper Powys's list of The One Hundred Best Books of the World. Up to the present time, the productions of American authors have been considered of little value. To other peoples fand to many of our own citizensl we seem a nation of money-grabbers, with no thought other than that of The Almighty Dollar. Our books have been sneered at as Puritanical, narrow-minded, and sickeningly senti- mental. The work of the men here mentioned is in sharp contrast to the puerile effusions of the pastg they are the forerunners of a great intellectual movement which is rapidly gathering to its ranks the finest mentalities of our youth. At last America has a body of literature all its owng the day draws near when the United States shall have a seat in the councils of the lovers of art. Scoff not, O ye scorners, for a far-reaching revolu- tion is taking place-a revolution Which, though of Words, is far more important than one of bloodshed-a revolution which, we feel, will work a tremendous change in American thoughts and customs-a revolution which, surmounting all opposition, will sweep our country's genius to the very forefront. All hail to the American literature of revolt! A Defense of Mediocrity ANNA C. ANGURIA In 1900 there were two public high schools in Worcester, in 19235 there were four. In 1900, eleven per cent of the public school children were in high schoolg in 1925. twenty-five per cent were receiving secondary school training. These are simple facts expressive of much more than the passage of twenty-five years, of a situation that exists in every city and town in these United States. It has been taken for granted, perhaps, that the great ball set rolling in the little red school- house of New England, shall go on and on with never a question whether. And yet there is a question to be raised. Shall America spend her abundant energies and her great, if not always effective powers, upon the few fit or upon the mass, the multitude of the mediocre? Shall we seek quality or quantity? Professor Henry Seidel Canby of Yale University raised the question in reference to American colleges, but we might well ask it of our high schools. Shall we continue a democratic effort to lift the level of education, or shall we eliminate early, select only those most fit? The answer lies in the political philosophy on which the nation has been built. In 1787 the fathers wrote that answer in the eloquent document that time has made resplendent. The Constitution pledged them and us to democracy. During the ensuing years from time to time the pledge has been confirmed. To re-establish the belief that all men are created equal, America endured civil war for four years. In the last thirty- five years the initiative, the referendum, the popular election of senators, and the exten- sion of suffrage to women have been added as the final articles of a creed of democratic government. Upon that basis we can build no other educational structure than one which seeks the good of the great majority, the mass of the people, the mediocre, if you will. Indeed our passion for democracy has been the most sincere and perhaps the most valuable quality in our educational system. For it is this passion which has resulted in free schools, free books, and free instruction, it is this passion that has made it possible, in fact, has made it compulsory, for every boy and girl to avail themselves of the advantages of a primary education. In the early days of the Republic we were content to have only a minority receive a high school education provided that the ma- jority had a grammar school training. But with the passing of years and with the increase of our power and wealth, more and more the goal has been a high school edu- cation for every child. The law enforcing attendance has been extended and more strictly enforced. Even more powerful an infiuence has been the conversion of public opinion to the true belief that education is not a luxury but a necessity. 46 CLASSIC MYTHS And this desire of ours to give every man his equal chance, a desire which, more deeply interpreted, means that we have preferred universal mediocrity to an aristocracy of brains and a commonalty of ignorance, must be paid for and has been paid for by our failure to produce leaders. Everywhere this desire to do something for everyone has made us neglect the exceptional man and actually favor the mediocre. In America as a result of our democratic spirit everyone is pushing onward and upward. There is no single class content to recognize the intellectual or material superiority of 'the rest. As Professor Canby declared, Never before has a nation exhibited so complete a spectacle of millions of insects all swarming upward toward the light. And al- though in ninety cases out of one hundred the goal of all this striving is mediocrity, it is the very essence of the American experiment that a vast body of men and women shall be raised as a whole to a level which, if below the best, is far above the worst. So here in Worcester year after year the percentage of children securing a high school education at the public expense is increasing. More and more of these high school graduates are going on to college. In the number there may be no geniuses, no names to make famous the city or the nation, but as a number those young Worcester citi- zens are important. They represent an increasingly larger group of those to whom enlightenment has come from training. And by that increase the city has come 'that much nearer the American ideal. What the training of these young people shall be whether academic, technical, or vocational is of lesser import, if we face the fact that training must be available for every child. And what for America? She has a MacDowell, not a Choping a Howells, not a Dumasg a Sargent, not a Rembrandt. But she has, too, the service of an intelligent citizenry and in that service is recompense for any democratic nation. KC? 0 5 E? PHILIP MILLER GEORGE WHITE ANNA ANGURIA President Vice-President Secretary The Student Council The Student Council has been very active this year in the school life, and many of our social events, notably Parents' Night, which was managed exclusively by the Council, owe their success to it. The first meeting was held September 23, 1925. The following oiiicers were elected: president, Philip B. Miller, and secretary, Anna C. Anguria. The Council decided to have a board of runners, a traflic squad, and a cleanliness committee, to be appointed later by the president. Parents' Night was the main topic of discussion for the meetings of October 30, and December 3, 1925. Both Miss Ryan and Mr. Porter urged the Council's support. The next meeting was held December 18, 1925. Miss Dodge spoke on Alumni Day, December 23, 1925. She also complimented the Council on the work of the Cleanliness Committee. Mr. Porter congratulated the councillors on the wonderful success of Parents' Night. The election of a vice- president was then held, the oflice going to George White. Athletics formed the basis of discussion for the January, 1926 meeting. There was a debate over an insignia to replace the letter C, and an athletic committee consisting of Paul Topelian, Dorothy Epstein, and George White was appointed. On February 9, 1926, the Coun- cil heard the report of the Cleanliness Committee by Daniel Horgan. After a short discussion a motion was carried that a constitution for the Student Council be drawn up. The chair was empowered to appoint a committee of five for this purpose. The next meeting was held March 18, 1926. President Miller spoke on his experiences in connection with the assembly of the Student Councils of various cities at Holyoke, Massachusetts, held February 20, 1926. The Council is entirely democratic in its make-up. It consists of a boy and a girl elected from each room by the pupils of that room. The duty of these councillors is to report all business discussed at the meetings to their rooms, and to carry com- plaints or suggestions from pupils to the Council, where they are discussed. The organization has proved itself a trustworthy, 1'esponsiblc group of young people, having the ultimate good of the school at heart. The senior members are Philip Miller and Edna Greeko from Room 4, Daniel Horgan and Dorothy Epstein from Room 5, Samuel Stayman and Gertrude Levine from Room 6, Doris Broadbent from Room 7, and Anna C. Anguria from Room 9. C. Debating Assembly Although considerably depleted in numbers by the graduation of many active members last June, the C. H. S. Debating Assembly soon returned to its full strength by the addition of numerous worthy under-classmen. The ofiicers for the first term were: president, Lester Cramer, vice-president, Hirsh Freed, secretary, Milton Weed' treasurer, Philip Miller. The declaiming try-outs were held during this period and the team which was chosen consisted of Nathan Mintz and Albert Hall. These two boys secured the declaiming championship for Classical and in so doing, gave our school permanent possession of the Worcester Evening Post Cup. Those elected to positions of leadership for the latter part of the school year were as follows: president, Hirsh Freed, vice-president, Albert Hall, secretary, Milton Weed, treasurer, Maximilian Coonen. More new members were admitted at one meeting of this term than have ever entered the Assembly at one time before, and inasmuch as every prospective member is carefully investigated by the membership committee before his name is brought before the organization, this is a record of which the Assembly can be justly proud. The debating team, composed of Philip Miller, captain, Albert Hall, Hirsh Freed, regulars, and Harold Seder and Milton Weed, alternates, won the debating championship of the city and, with it, a leg on the Amherst Cup. Albert Hall gained further laurels for the Assembly and for Classical when he secured fourth prize in the Lyford Public Speaking Contest held at Colby College. Under the direction of Mr. Howe, its faculty adviser, the Debating Assem- bly had a remarkable year in public speaking, winning both the declaiming and de- bating championships. Pythagorean The Pythagorean Club has enjoyed an interesting and most successful year. Through the kindly advice and friendly suggestions of Miss Harriet R. Pierce, faculty adviser, the club has accomplished some very beneficial work and has had many sociable meetings. The standard of scholarship of the society has been, and is extremely high. Only pupils who have attained an average of eighty per cent for two years of mathematics are eligible to join, and this fact makes the club a goal to those who really enjoy mathematics. Meetings have regularly taken place the third Wednesday of each month at 7.30 P. M. The attendance of members at the meetings has been especially high, for, with a total membership of thirty persons, the average attendance has been twenty members. The society pin is the five-pointed star, the emblem of Pythagorean brotherhood. The aim of the Pythagorean Club is to give the pupil the chance to become familiar with many interesting points in mathematics for which there is no time in the regular class hours. The work this year has been chiefly historical, dealing with Euclid, Napier, Sir Isaac Newton, and has included mathematical recreations and explanations of mathematical instruments. The ofiicers of the club are: president, Milton Goldberg, first vice-president, Irene Burwickg second vice-president, Elias Grace, treasurer, Eli Hurwitz, secretary, Marion Melicang chairman of the program committee, Israel Joseph. ALETHEIA Aletheia The past year has been a record one in the history of the Aletheia. One hundred and three members are included in its roll, the largest the society has ever known. Its programs have occurred bi-monthly, and they have been varied and interesting. To stimulate good work, an award was given to the girl who received the most credits for work performed during the year. The officers for the first term were as follows: presidertt, Margaret Higgins, vice-pure-sident, Anna Donohue,-' secretary, fMa,tilda Carrollg treasurer, Edna Greeko. The ofiicers for the second term were: president, Margaret Higgins, vice-president, Matilda Carrollg secretary, Mary McCarthyg treas- urer, Helen Sullivan. There was but one social event this year, the annual HalloWe'en Party. This was well attended, and was a success both financially and socially. The brilliant success of the year was due in no small measure to the motherly interest of Miss Hunt, the Aletheia's faculty adviser, and the tireless efforts of Mar- garet Higgins, its president. How much good work the Aletheia does is best shown by the testimony of our alumnae. We are told that a senior at the Worcester Normal School substituted on a program in the absence- of a speaker. Her repertoire was so varied that she gained the admiration of the presiding officer, who asked her where she had learned the selections. The answer was, of course, The Aletheia. This incident is symbolic of the Aletheia which strives to make its benefits lasting. BOYS' DECLAIMING TEAM BOYS' DEBATING TEAM Boys, Inter-High School Declamation Contest Out of a field of thirty-one boys who took part in the preliminary try-outs on Monday, November 30, 1925, ten were chosen for the final declamation 'try-outs, held on Wednesday, December 2. The judges for this evening, Professor Harold H. Wade of Worcester Academy, Attorney ifVilfred B. Feiga, and Attorney Carl Wahlstrom, then picked the following team: Nathan Mintz, captain, and Albert L. Hall, with John Osipowich and Hirsh J. Freed as alternates. The inter-high contest took place on January S, at the High School of Commerce. Although Earl Streams of the High School of Commerce won the first individual prize by a remarkably intelligent rendition of Emmet's Address to the High Court, our well-balanced combination secured the team prize, which was the fourth leg of the Worcester Evening Post Cup. This trophy thus became ours, as Classical already had possession of the three other legs of the cup. Mintz's selection was The Boy in Blue, by John D. Long, while Hall gave The American Revolution of Today, by Ernest Hamlin Abbott. Both boys showed un- usual ability and delivered their declamations in an inspiring manner. Mintz deserves especial praise for his poise in interpreting his speech well while the steam pipes in the hall were knocking away at full speed. Mr. Perry Howe, the hard-working coach of the team, dese1'ves the gratitude and praise of the entire school for his helpful instruction, through which the innate talent of our boys was fully brought out. Amherst Cup Debate The Classical debaters easily won their initial contest of the season, held at Com- merce High on March 2, 1926. Our boys upheld the affirmative of the question: Re- solved: That the City of Worcester should adopt the City Manager form of govern- ment, while South High defended the negative. The decision, in Classical's favor, was unanimous. In soundness of argument and force of delive1'y, our team was far superior to its opponents. The two experienced members of the winning combination, Philip Miller, captain, and Albert Hall, lived up to the high expectations of the school, while Hirsh Freed, although new to Amherst Cup competition, also gave a splendid per' formance. The alternates were Harold Seder and Milton Weed. Our debaters came through again in the final contest, held May 4, 1926. Against North High our team showed the same logic and eloquence which had vanquished South High. Classical had the afiirmative of the question, Resolved: That the Massachusetts Daylight Saving Law should be repealed. Although they had the harder and more unpopular side of the question, our representatives did such convincing work that the decision of the judges was unanimous, and Classical won a leg on the Amherst Cup for the first time since 1922. Great credit is due the coaches of our championship team. Mr. Howe and Mr. Brennan have worked eiiiciently and enthusiastically, yet for the past three years their efforts have been thwarted by one unfortunate circumstance or another. However, this year they have coached the team to victory, and we feel sure that they will be just as successful in the future. GIRLS' DECLAIMING TEAM GIRLS' DEBATING TEAM Girls, Inter-High School Declamation Contest On December 11, 1925, fourteen girls entered the try-outs for the declaiming team Of these, the judges, Miss Powers, Miss Fitzpatrick, and Mr. Hearn, selected the follow- ing team to represent Classical in the inter-high school declamation contest: Lillian Cohen, captain, and Helen Mason, with Louise Herrick and Eva Hurwitch as alternates On January 8, 1926, at South High School Hall, the Classical team won the Mayor Sullivan Trophy. The individual honors were won by Helen Mason, whose selection was Invective on Napoleon, by Victor Hugo. Miss Cohen's selection was The Leper, by N. P. Willis. The girls must be congratulated for upholding Classical's banner, yet when we sing our praises, we must not forget the coaching of Miss Hunt, which played so vital a part in the victoryg neither must we forget the alternates, who were prepared to substitute had the emergency arisen. Classical now has two legs on this cup, Commerce has won once, North once, and once there was a tie between North and South. A victory by Classical next year will mean permanent possession of the cup. This is an end worth striving for, and if the speakers next year are just such prize-winners as this year's team, the cup may be induced to come home to roost. Girls, Inter-High School Debates Once more the good ship Classical has successfully weathered the gales of inter- scholastic debating and arrived in port with colors flying gloriously. On this voyage, the good ship encountered two very formidable adversaries. The first of these was the Commerce with which a battle was waged as the result of an argument whether or not the City of Worcester should immediately construct a municipal auditorium. Captain Anna Anguria, with Vera Glixman and Helen Mason as staunch mates, and Shirley Levenson as a reserve officer, firmly maintaining the negative, met the encounter bravely and won a decided victory. The next conflict was less serious. This time the schooner South upheld the theory that Massachusetts should repeal its daylight saving law. Again Captain Anguria, with the same faithful aids, triumpbantly brought the skirmish to a success- ful close. 1 'f A The ship set forth upon the turbulent and perilous debating waters for the purpose of conquering enemies who tried to wrest the valuable Woman's Club Cup from the halls of Classical, where it has reposed for two years. The trip, sponsored by Miss Shaughnessy and Mr. McKinley, we are pleased to repeat, was so successful that we look forward to next year's contest with confident hopes that fortune will smile again on Classical and that possession of the 'treasure will be insured forever. ARGUS BOARD The Argus Another milestone in the history of the Argus has been reached and passed. From an extremely delicate infancy the Argus has grown to appreciable dimensions and has taken its place as a praise-worthy and important school institution. The staff of the Argus for the past year has been the largest in the history of the publication. Robert McDonald, as editor-in-chief, proved a competent manager and brought out many new ideas in the matter of editorials. He was ably assisted in the publishing of the magazine by a co-operative board of twenty-eight members. Lester Cramer, Hirsh Freed, Samuel Levenson, and Adelaide Coleman proved their invaluable worth as associate editors and contributed a great amount of material to all depart- ments. A humorous number of the Argus, devoted entirely to jokes and comic stories, was published under the charge of Milton Goldberg, Tickle Toe Editor, as editor-in-chief pro tem. This issue proved a huge success and will probably establish a precedent for future publications of this kind. The last edition of the Argus was appropriately named Senior Number. This number contained editorials, stories, comic articles, and satires-all directed at the graduating class. Also, a Directory Number con- taining the addresses of both pupils and faculty was issued. During the years of the A'rgvzs's existence, the helpful advice and guiding influence of Miss Gertrude C. Williams has carried the paper through discouragement and depres- sion to success. Miss Williams has taken a generous interest in the growth of 'the Argus and its pages have redected her industry and personality. The resignation of Miss Williams from the Argus board came as a surprise at the beginning of the past term. A greater field of usefulness claimed her attention and occasioned her withdrawal from the staff. A true appreciation of her constant effort and helpfulness cannot be expressed with mere words. She was a friendly adviser, a cheery associate, an inspiring worker, and the whole staff is the richer for having known the happy spirit of Miss Williams. Miss Ruth C. Phillips, successor to Miss Williams, has done admirably well in filling the position of faculty adviser. She is a loyal worker, possessed of a contagious happiness, and her willingness makes the future of the A?'g'Zl1S look extremely bright. THE STAFF Eclitor-i-n-Chief Business Managers Tickle Toes . E. M D ld Arthur Seder Milton Goldberg Robelt C Ona Allen O. Eaton Albert Hall Associate Editors Sch001N0,ge3 Bois' Aghletivs L 1 t ' C mer Philip Miller as Oonen Hiisliil Freed Vera C. Glixman Irvmg Joseph Adelaide Coleman John W. Curtis Debating Assembly Samuel Levenson Ga-LS' Athletics Charles Olson . , m 1 . H, Dorothy Epstein Exchanges Lltemly Edltols Blossom Sneiderman Everett Loomis Joel Levenson . Richard Marden Lillian A. Cohen Alefhlela . F I Ad . ' Irene Skeist Marian G. Mellcan acl' ty Imsels Barbara C. Cole , MT- D21Y1d K' ANY John W. Porter Al'l'7'm-'L Notes Miss Elizabeth B. Watson Sarah Sigel G. Lowell Field Miss Ruth C. Phillips Harry Katz Michael Abelsky Miss Susan J. W. Brown enior Dramat1cs 7-20-8 CAST OF CHARACTERS Jessie .......... Rosamond Dowd Postman .... . James O'Brien Hypatia Victoria Bargiss ...... . Margaret Fox Courtney Corliss ........ . Clarence Daigneau Florence Bargiss f Flossy J, the much-sought 7-20-8 . Louise Herrick Dora Hollyhock ........ Gertrude Levine Paul Hollyhock . . . Allan Ashton Launcelot Bargiss . . Sidney Spiegel Signor Palmiro Tamborini . James Kazachin Professor Gasleigh . . . . Samuel Stayman Jobbins ............ Daniel Horgan With that excellent finish, that rare ease, and that sincerity that attends all plays coached by Mr. Post, the play 7-20-8 was presented on May 27 at Tuckerman Hall before the proverbial capacity house. It would be in no sense a mere politeness to say that the audience was delighted with the production. The play, a whimsical, farcical comedy of today, was centered about a lady, a painting, a dog, and an illusion. The young lady under the illusion was played by Louise Herrick in a manner charming and eHiective. Her emotional scenes throughout the play were particularly well done. The part of Jessie, the maid, was done with great success by demure little Rosamond Dowd. The postman was acted by James O'Brien, whose Irish brogue and naive witticisms were truly appreciated by the audi- ence. No one could have improved upon the portrayal of the mother by Margaret Fox. Her intense belief in her husband was most convincing. Sidney Spiegel in the role of her husband, Launcelot Bargiss, was as sincere a characterization as has been done by a senior player. As a poet he murmured only in terms aesthetic and epigram- matic. Behind his clever make-up, Spiegel showed real talent in his interpretation of Papa Bargiss. Jobbins, the farmhand, was well played by Daniel Horgang Clarence Daigneau enacted the role of Courtney Corliss, the lover, pleasingly. The Hollyhocks were Allan Ashton and Gertrude Levine, husband and wife, re- spectively. Their love scenes were done well and drew hearty applause from the audience. Miss Levine as the wife who is not understood, played her part with smoothness and a polish that is characteristic of all her work in drama. Her charm- ing personality, her daintiness and sincerity always touches the heart of her audience. Allan Ashton, her husband, played with conviction the part of a farmer too deeply engrossed in farming and later, of a city dweller too deeply engrossed in the city. Professor Gasleigh, the wise, crafty crook, was played by Samuel Stayman with spas- modic bursts of oratory which were the cause of much amusement in the audience. There was delightful comic relief in the role of James Kazachin, who really inter- preted the difficult part of Signor Palmiro Tamborini, ardent exponent of Zee beau- tiful and Zee ex-quisitef' His meticulous attire, his speech, accented generously by his hands, his naive facial expressions became at once a magnet for spontaneous laughter. Thanks are due to Miss Fiske, who lent a hand behind the scenes on the night of the play, and to Miss Cecilia McNally, who acted as play secretary. The credit of the play's financial success belongs to Hirsh J. Freed. Mr. O'Regan, too, gave competent aid. But 1926 extends its heartiest thanks to Mir. Post, our beloved master of cere- monies, who makes us, one by one, happier and richer through our stage experience. cience Club The year 1925-1926 saw a great improvement in the already excellent work accomplished by the C. H. S. Science Club. Besides increasing the membership, the club has had a number of interesting programs in which several outside speakers participated. On November 2, 1925, the majority of the club accompanied by Mr. O'Regan and Mr. Arey, visited the Downes Motor Company. The trip was profitable both for the enjoyment and discussion it afforded. On February 3, 1926, Mr. Frye, connected with the Worcester Gas Light Company, gave an interesting talk on water gas, and with his portable apparatus he illustrated the lecture by actually manufac- turing the gas before the club. The oflicers for the term October, 1925, to March, 1926, were Daniel Horgan, president, Warren Purcell, vice-president, Harry Shumway, secretary. The program committee which consisted of Maximilian Coonen, chairman, Eli Hurwitz, and Milton Weed arranged many enjoyable programs and introduced a few novel ideas to make them more interesting. For the latter half of the year, the club chose as its oiiicers: Maximilian Coonen, president, Milton Goldberg, vice-president, Harry Solomon, sec- retary, and Malcolm Reno, treasurer. Irving Joseph was chairman of the program committee, and together with his colleagues, Richard Marden and William Pigon, continued the Hne work of his predecessors in forming good programs. The club, through the medium of Classic Myths, wishes to extend to Mr. Arey and Mr. O'Regan, the faculty advisers, the sincere thanks of each individual member, for their earnest co-operation and assistance. Agassiz The recent inception of the Agassiz Club fits existence dates back only to October, 19251 must not be taken as a criterion of its vigor. On the contrary, this club, under the guidance of Mr. O'Flynn, has become so prosperous that it has been found neces- sary to restrict its membership to fifty-eight. In the single year of its existence, addresses have been given by Dr. William H. Cole of Clark University, Mr. George D. Melican, Worcester Milk Inspector, Dr. Albert Ginns, and Miss Katherine E. Cullen, Superintendent of Nurses at the Worcester City Hospital. Several trips have been taken, among them a visit to the Bacteriological Laboratories of the City Hospital and a trip to the Agassiz Museum at Harvard. The work of the oiiicers, Anthony Meleski, Arnold Brown, Helen Collins and Roland Johnson, has done much toward putting the club on a firm basis and deserves special commendation. The list of senior members, whose splendid support and encouragement have been largely instrumental both in the formation and in the con- tinuance of the Agassiz Club, contains the names of Charles Benoit, Arnold Brown, Hugh Bulger, Estelle Caron, Matilda Carroll, Helen Collins, Mabel Conway, Eleanor Cummiskey, Frances Gilligan, Edna Greeko, Mary Hardy, Margaret Higgins, Helen Laiviz, Anthony Meleski, Martha Morgan, Blanid Reidy, Winifred Lucey, Harry Shumway, Frank Tymoszko, Anna Walen, Margaret O'Brien and Jane Loughlin. C. M. T. C. Club The Class of 1926 may pride itself on the founding of the C. M. T. C. Club. Its ofiicers, Maximilian Coonen, president, Anthony Meleski, vice-president, Floyd Ander- son, secretary, and William Deignan, adjutant, are all seniors. It was chiefly through their efforts that the club originated. This new Classical society was formally organ- ized March 15, 19265 its purpose is to create an interest in the Citizens' Military Training Camps, and to cultivate a desire among Classicalites to go to camp where they may derive numerous benefits. An interesting program has been arranged for each meeting throughout the year, and in many cases some important personage who has had actual military experience has been introduced. General Foley, the principal speaker of the year, addressed the members of the C. M. T. C. Club on May 11, 1926, his interesting advice was listened to attentively by all present. Mr. Cantwell, the faculty adviser, has done a great deal to raise the organization to the high standard which it enjoys, and under his leadership the club is assured of a brilliant future. Green ROOIII With a feeling of deep sincerity and admiration we extend our congratulations to Mr. Martin Post, the inspiration of the Green Room Club, and to the club for its earnest study and its good sportsmanship throughout the year. Miss Gertrude Levine, the lovely heroine of Hawthorne and Hollyberries was the president of the club this year, Miss Matilda Carroll was secretary and Albert Hall. treasurer. During the season the following plays were presented at regular meetings of the club: The Man Upstairs, The Red Owl, The Stranger, and The Widow of Wasdalheadf' The Queen Commands, the senior play originally planned, was one written by Mr. Post and was to have been produced at the Worcester Theatre. The cast-inci- dentally one particularly adapted to the various parts, as Mr. Post had them in mind while writing-rehearsed until the spring vacation. When the play was practically ready for presentation, the club learned that the Worcester Theatre could not be secured during the spring months and, therefore, The Queen Commands could not be the 1926 senior play. Coming most generously to the rescue of the seniors, Mr. Post immediately began to coach a new play which could be produced in Tuckerman Hall. With regret senior members of the cast gave up their roles to under-graduates, who will be trained anew next year. However, we who know the play and all who know the powers of Mr. Post as a playwright, coach, and actor, look forward eagerly to next season when he plans to produce The Queen Commands. Botany Research Under the guidance of Mr. Hearn, the faculty adviser, the Botany Research Club has grown to be one of the more important clubs at Classical. It was founded through the efforts of two pupils, Louis Smith and Henry Sohlberg. The club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Anyone attaining a rank of A or B is eligible for membership. The officers of the club are completely changed each semester. The present ones are Marguerite Healy, presidentg Genevieve Rutkauskas, vice-presidentg Isabel McNulty, secretary, and Margaret Bur- roughs, treasurer. The former officers were: Frances Gilligan, presidentg Samuel Whitman, vice-president, Alice Tobin, secretary, and Hazel Belliveau, treasurer. This year's speakers included Dr. David A. Potter, Professor of Botany at Clark University, who discussed The Thallophytes and Their Importancef' Mr. William E. MacNerny, U. S. Forestry Service, with a three-reel film on Our National Forests and the Columbia River Highwayf' Mr. W. Johnson of the Chilean Nitrate of Soda Company, with a four-reel film on The Care of Orchardsg and Mr. R. A. Parmenter of the Massachusetts State Forestry Department, with a three-reel film on Forestry in Massachusetts. A reunion held at Thanksgiving was attended by twenty-six enthusiastic alumni. The program included a violin solo by Anna Donahue, a paper on Life in New Eng- land by Dorothy O'Toole, a dance by Alicia Rooney, a reading by Margaret Fox, and a vocal solo by Helena Endzelis. . 3-- v ,H 5lIf ' in lx .- ,Q f I4, , YI 'BA-QTQ? Q- onrHE5THA5 y X mms ua aus J -I! ELEE IILLIB KITHAHA tg x 3 1 X now ,: Q ,jr xv. -y , QA K W qgqu LH5. BAND 4 J? f M' f L x my 1 . JJ, CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRA Classical High School Orchestra Mr. Dann's eiforts have proved even more successful this year than formerly in making our Classical High School Orchestra a bigger and better organization. The selections the orchestra has rendered, although difficult, have been admirably executedg and often, on Wednesday morning assemblies we have enjoyed good music. The orchestra on Parents' Night and at both concerts won much spontaneous applause and was instrumental in the success of both entertainments. It also provides the music for Commencement. But its activity has not been wholly confined to partici- pation in high school affairs. A concert for the benefit of invalids at the State Hospital in Rutland was deeply appreciated. Orchestra B, the stepping-stone to Orchestra A, has twenty-four members and has done exceedingly creditable work. Edward Arinovitz is concert-master and Charles Olson, librarian. This organization, likewise, played in the first concert and has given a program before the school. The thirty-three people who play in Orchestra A, are first violins, Michael Abelsky, concert-mastery Vera Glixman, librariang Anna Donahue, Paul Reidl, Ida Shulman Francis O'Reilly, Fred Pollack, Julius Nadler, Hyman Levitsky, Frank Tymoszkog sec- ond violins, Nathan Cohen, Janet Mac,Dufi', Wilfred Arick, Walter Dubitsky, Muriel Drisco, Isadore Fagan, Dorothy O'Tooleg cello, Myron Meiselmang cornets, Maxwell Beeber, Ebner Cohen, bass, Philip Fagang trumpet, Elias Graceg tuba, David Kaplang tympani, Allan Ashtong horn, Murdock Newmang drums, Herman Trulsong trombone. Joseph Griffg clarinets, William Dewey, William Meliefskyg oboe, Sidney Glickg piano, Ruth Sauter, Frances Calhane, Phyllis Marble. Those who play in Orchestra B are first violin, Edwin Arinovitz, Lillian Sigel, Dorothy Huntg second violin, Chester Srocynski, Mary Dimitra, Ruth Barsky, George Cardaret, George Conway, Bernard Nelsong cornets, James Rogers, David Kaplanj clarinet, William Miliefsky, Jordan Sandman, drums, Anthur Wardg saxophone, Archie Pashoian, Sydney Cashnerg piano, Charles Olson, Minnie Gruber. G CLEF CLUB G Clef Club Have you ever paused a moment at one of the windows of the assembly hall on a Friday, fourth hour, to listen to that charming chorus of maidenly voices raised in song? Really, Mr. Dann won't mind your intruding if, as you peer down at his group of seventy-five girls, you appreciate their work. It is his largest group of girls and the most faithful in attending rehearsals and doing their utmost to make a truly success- ful year. Again, Ruth Sauter is to be congratulated as an excellent accompanist. This group is so well organized that one Friday, when Mr. Dann was unexpectedly called away just before rehearsal, the girls, instead of postponing the meeting, conducted the singing themselves, unconscious of a Visitor who had obscurely seated herself at the b-ack of the hall. The visitor was so impressed that she sent word to Mr. Dann con- gratulating him on the earnest spirit of this club. The girls have sung before the school many times. On Parents' Night they sang before our audience of guests a very pleasing selection. In the first concert of the year they gave two selections, the second followed by a picturesque Japanese dance. In the second concert and operetta they, together with the Boys' Glee Club, came off with flying colors. We shall hear more about both of these affairs on another page. Since the operetta, the G Clef Club has turned its attention to a Secular Cantata entitled Garden of Flowers by Denza. The chief soloists during the year were Matilda Carroll and Helena Endzelis, both of whom have unusually fine voices. The officers for the year were president, Matilda Carroll, secretary, Rosamond Dowd, and librarian, Irene Burwick. Many worthy mem- bers will leave the club through graduation this year. They are Mlatilda Carroll, Edna Greeko, Sylvia Berman, Ruth Leavitt, Irene Burwick, Irene Skeist, Jane Loughlin, and Florence Shapiro. BOYS' GLEE CLUB Boys' Glee Club The Boys' Glee Club has been acclaimed this year, a splendid success. Fifty-five strong and loyal voices have been enthusiastically received on every occasion of their appearance before the public. Miss Ruth Sauter, the ever faithful accompanist, just as in her solo playing, has proved herself an artist. The ofiicers for the year have been president, Bernard Kaffeman, succeeded in February by Edwin Rabinovitsg librarian, Arthur Seder, assistant librarian, Homer Richg secretary, James Kazaching treasurer, Allan Ashton. The boys in this exceedingly iine group have rendered beautiful negro melodies and other selections before the students in the assembly and before our guests on Par- ents' Night. They also have appeared on Alumni Day before the undergraduates and the visiting alumni. In the first concert in February, they were so well received that they gave several encores. In the second concert and operetta on April 15, they took, along with the Girls' Glee Club, a prominent part. As representatives of Classical musical organizations, the boys also sang by request, at the Worcester County Teachers' Convention, and again before the Rotary Club at the Bancroft Hotel. In addition to this they had the honor of taking part in the Music Festival in Boston on May 21 and 22. The soloists through the year have been Edwin Rabinovits, Allan Ashton, George Plante, David Kaplan, Clarence Daigneau and Roland Johnson. Mr. George Plante was elected business manager, representing all the music organizations for the year. Mr. Dann, who has worked endlessly to develop such a finished glee club, is justly proud of his success. We all feel that the club loses by graduation some of its most valuable members: Edwin Rabinovits, Murdock Newman, James Kazachin, Allan Ashton, Myron Meiselman, Bernard Kaffeman, Michael Abelsky, Floyd Anderson, and William Pigon. KITHARA CLUB Kithara Club Although the Kithara Club is one of the youngest organizations tit will be five years 'old next Januaryj, it stands among the best and most selective clubs. It has had a full membership of Iifty throughout the year, and has a waiting list almost sufficient to fill the numerous vacancies left by this year's graduation. The oflicers for the year were an extremely eiiicient group. They were president, Edwin Rabinovitsg vice- president, Allan Ashton, secretary, Lillian Cohen, treasurer, Samul Levenson, and chairman of the program committee, Ruth Sauter. For the last three years, the Kithara Club has been making use of the course recommended by the National Federation of Music Clubs, with some changes, though the work has had to be somewhat abridged because of the club's limitations as to time. In 1923, the club members studied the history of music. In 1924, they studied the operas, Aida, Ca.rm..en, Tmmvjuamselr, and Martha. In 1925, Orchestra and Orchestral Music was the chief subject of discussion. And this year the club has devoted its time to Great Music, Nation by Nation. This series of programs has included Rus- sian, German, Bohemian, Polish, Italian, Hungarian, Scandinavian, Southern European, and American music. All these programs, were given by members of the club and have been a1'ranged by Ruth Sauter, the chairman of the program committee, with the help of our beloved faculty adviser and friend, Miss Peirce, who is a constant inspiration and help to all the members. An innovation this year has been an occasional program by outside talent. The members were delighted in January to listen to a song-recital by Mrs. James Maxwell, accompanied by Miss Souther. In May, a talk by Miss Mabel Reed, musical director of North High School, was greatly enjoyed. Her subject was Musical Opportunities At each meeting, the members of the club have selected by vote the two best mem- bers on the program, and the June program is to be given by the artists receiving the largest number of votes. In May, the ofiicers for the coming year were elected as follows: president, Arthur Sederg vice-president, Wilfred Arickg secretary, Shirley Levensong treasurer, Helen Mason, and chairman of the program committee, Ida Shulman. In many respects this year has been the best year of the Kithara Club's existence. Classical High School Band The Classical High School Band, although but little over a year old and smaller in numbers than it was when organized, has done excellent work and developed many soloists, especially Maxwell Beeber, an accomplished cornetist, Murdock Newman, and F1-ed Pollack. The band has played before the school and has been strongly represented at the boys' basketball games to lend encouragement to our teams. The boys have secured a warm spot in all our hearts because of the entertaining selections rendered by them at the concerts. They have given much of their time to practice marching for Field Day and to the baseball games. Thirteen members of Classical's Band represent us in the Worcester High School Band. The entire enrollment is as follows: cornets, Maxwell Beeber, Ebner Cohen, James Rogersg trombones, Joseph Griif, Robert G-ravellg trumpets, Elias Grace, Ray- mond Girardin, David Kaplan, Clarence Prenticeg clarinets, William Dewey, William Miliefsky, Soloman Petrofsky, Julius Nadler, Jordan Sandmang horns, Murdock New- man, Myron Meiselmang saxophones, Sydney Glick, Fred Pollack, Sidney Cashnerj baritones, Philip Fagan, Louis Bakery bass, David Kaplang drums, Allan Ashton, Her- man Trulson, Israel Yanofsky, Arthur Ward. George White is the drum major. x Xb ' w Q f , 1 1 I xx 1 5 . , u. 5' ab ' 'Q ff' 0' ,A w 3 1 j 6 z ff, 1, L4 K ' is 91 'B x ' A 9 9 4 Ns.. f' ,, N K L54 Q M X , ..,,, qu H W 4 f 'I ff V KVI L Vfw :I 2 2 Ni a 1- 3 fr , V ' y 1 '71 ? G iga I 1 S-, 5 x- 5 1 N K ., ' gg .im . 1 K n x LJ I IJ I 1 1 ! as 'le llml I .1 43 X' a-, I q 1 1 '1 ' 1 I . - M' ' ., , 1 Tv- -I .1 ffl' f l Parents' Night On December 9, 1925, our annual Parents' Night took place. This year it was managed entirely by Philip Miller, the president of the Student Council. The students planned the entertainment, were the ushers, and presented the program. In order that the parents might have as long a visit as possible with the teachers, the enter- tainment was made comparatively short. The program included selections by the orchestra, a talk by Doris Broadbent, demonstrations of dancing and drills by the boys' and girls' gymnasium classes, songs by both the Girls' and Boys' Glee Clubs, vocal solos by Edwin Robinovits, a declamation by Charles N. Mintz, and a talk by Mr. Porter. The program was enthusiastically received, each number being encored. At its conclusion the parents went to the gymnasium and the lower hall, where the teachers were grouped according to the subjects taught. This personal contact between teacher and parent is conducive to better understanding, and consequently, to better co-operation on the part of both. Practically all the activities of the school are demonstrated to the parents, and the aims of the school are made known to them. We are indebted to Miss Florence Ryan for her conscientious assistance in the general management, to Miss Sara Whitin and Mr. John Cantwell for their prepara- tion of the girls' and boys' gymnasium classes, respectively, and to Mr. Arthur Dann for his training of the orchestra and both Glee Clubs. SCIITOI' PFOIH The Prom Committee promised the class a 'tbigger and better prom than the school had ever known. Lo and behold! on June 11, 1926, that promise was fulfilled, for the prom was virtually a howling success Cthere having been plenty of noisel. T1'ue, there was much speculation concerning its outcome Uinanciallyl, but the results certainly justified the means. The prom was held in the Chamber of Com- merce Hall, with dance music furnished by Irving Peskin's seven-piece orchestra. The committee in charge of arrangements consisted of Samuel Stayman, chairman, Mur- dock Newman, Roslyn Seder, Frances Gilligan, and Everett Nicol. Among the patrons and patronesses were Mr. and Mrs. Allan G. Rice, Miss Mary M. Fitzpatrick, Mr. Edward F. Tobin and Mr. and Mrs. Chester T. Porter. Alumni Day Once more the 23rd of December arrived, and once more the hall was bedecked with gay Christmas decorations. Happy laughter, warm handshakes, engrossing con- versations between teachers and young men and women-all attested that it was Alumni Day. W'e, as well as the graduates, felt a thrill as Mr. Porter welcomed the alumni so heartily, The orchestra then played a Classical selection, which was followed by exhibition drills by the girls' and boys' gymnasium classes, and songs by the Boys' Glee Club. - As it happened, all three speakers were of the class of '25, Wilfred Comeau, who is now at Amherst, explained how outside activities aid the graduate in after- college days. Elizabeth Budish, of Wellesley, gave an amusing account of what a college freshman has to endure when thrown upon her own initiative. The third speaker was Charles Whelan, who is now studying at Holy Cross. He depicted graph- ically the awful tragedy of the descent from a high and mighty high school senior to an insignificant college freshman. At the close of the program in the hall, Mr. Porter inaugurated the novel idea of having each alumnus declare his year of gradu- ation. A reception and dance followed for the alumni in the gymnasium. SCIITOI' Revue Encouraged by the tremendous popularity and success which greeted its initial appearance two years ago, the senior class again attempted a minstrel show under the significant name Classics of l925. Under the able instruction of Jack and Jim Coyle, the show, presented Decem- ber 23, was well received, and proved a huge success from every angle. The music was of popular variety and the pieces were executed fa peculiarly appropriate word herej with enthusiasm. Assisted by Al Hall as interlocutor, Jim Kazachin, Ed Walsh, Bob Moss, Specs Logan, Hazel Belliveau, and Mae Finnegan kept the audience in a merry round of laughter. Ed Rabinovits and Tilly Carroll lent their clear voices in pleasing solo numbers, while Tony Meleski, Ruth Leavitt and Bob McDonald rendered popular song hits, Vitty Bulwich proved himself real tough in a rollicking specialty number, and Edna Greeko, Helen Collins, and Alicia Rooney delighted the spectators with dance interpretations. Mitchy Sacks per- formed a realistic skating dance and did full credit to the Charleston. One of the features of the show proved to be the entertainment offered by a banjo, mandolin, and ukulele trio, composed of George Plante, Fred Pollack, and Al Ashton. A saxophone number given by the trio, Joel Levenson, Fred Pollack, and Sid Glick, together with a comedy skit by Goo-Goo Keblinsky and Hirsh Freed completed the bill. Hirsh Freed, chairman, and his committee consisting of Joseph Keblinsky, Mitchell Sacks, Edmond Walsh, Helen Collins, and Ruth Leavitt worked industriously and deserve a large share of praise. C. Concert The number of Classical High musical organizations has increased to such an extent in the past year that Mr. Dann, our worthy director, backed by a unani- mous votc of the organizations themselves, thought it unwise to try to do justice to so much talent at any single concert. Therefore, Classical had two concerts this year. The first, which we shall now review, was given for the most part by the instru- mental clubs. The program was opened by Orchestra B, followed by a selection given by the Girls' Glee Club. Then came an unusual feature, an Irish jig, which proved to be the hit of the evening, by Rosamond Dowd and George Plante. The surprise of the evening was a Toy Symphony, composed of tots who delighted the audience with The Parade of the Wooden Soldiers and the Andante from the Surprise Symphony. They were accompanied by Hollis Dann. The Boys' Glee Club rendered several lively selections and were received even more enthusiastically than ever. Then Orchestra A, the prima donna of the evening, proved herself worthy of the title in three selections. Ruth Saute1', accompanied by the orchestra, rendered with artistic skill a didicult solo, a concerto. Our famed tenor, Edwin Rabinovits, as usual delighted his audience. The concert was brought to a close by the ensemble in Alina Mater. The accompanists for the evening were Ruth Sauter, Frances Calhane, Catherine Levenson, Phyllis Marble and Hollis Dann. The Japanese dance and Irish jig were coached by our capable athletic director, Miss Sara Whitin. Concert and l'Trial by uryu An unusual p1'ogram, something new, something which no other school in the city had attempted, something crowned by success-such was the second concert of the year, of which Trial by Jury was the feature performance. The program was opened by the brass octet, Messrs. Beeber, Grace, Prentice, Kaplan, Newman, Meisel- man, Grid and Gravell. The concertmaster of Orchestra B, Edward Arinovitz, played with true artistic feeling. Matilda Carroll entertained her audience with two charm- ing selections, after which Helen Sniederman perfected the first half of the program with Chopin's Revolutionary Etude. Trial by Jury was a light opera which afforded delightful amusement from beginning to end. The pretty, disappointed young bride, Helen Endzelis, captivated both judge and jury with her beauty, voice, and manner. The r6le of the dignified and slightlyf?J prejudiced judge, played by George Plante, could not have been por- trayed better. The part of the Hckle defendant with his supercilious smile was acted by our own Eddie, and what more needs to be said? Silence in the court, shouted the simple-minded usher, who proved himself wonderfully clever. The find of the production was David Kaplan, who surprised everyone with his ability in acting as counsel for the plaintiff. Other roles were taken by James Kazachin, Clarence Daigneau, Rosamond Dowd and Roland Johnson. The bridesmaids were Misses Dowd, Carroll, Greany, Tavel, Robbins, Shulman, Griff and Gozawskas. The jury consisted of Messrs. Daigneau, Pollack, Seder, Wolfe, Fisher, Abelsky, John- son, Rich, Seagrave, Newman, Griff' and Herman. The stage audience gave a touch of reality to the court scene. Much credit is due Mr. Dann and his assisting orches- tra for the success of this production. 3 95 lklllngl , 1 'mr' gui P gk f ' ' 'g:'f.i . Q JL m'51' ' , jim ZIA UP 'F eifliifw cb QB 1' .LA,,A 45-wj ya? gg 9 .1 3 wafv f 5 ff ,Mm M gg fx by 1 Q, 1 'sw A C0 A 0 .Z ' , : ,Q 1116 K . ' 11 ij 'ii fx sa ' ggi HQ Q,--7 f N A .J I f lj FOOTBALL TEAM Football Although the final scores of the football games this season were, as a whole, very much against Classical, it would be doing Coach Cantwell and his whole crew a decided injustice to say that it was an unsuccessful season. Triumph is not measured by the mere numerical results at the end of each game, but by the kind of game that was played-clean or mean, square or underhanded, determined or indifferent. Judged thus, Classical's football season was brilliant to the nth degree. Mr. Cantwell says he never had a more willing, a finer, cleaner bunch of fellows to work with. With the exception of Meleski and Girardin, the entire team was composed of new men. The season started with the game at Clinton, the final score being Clinrton 6, Classical 0. However, because of an entirely unintentional infraction of the rules of the game, Clinton forfeited the game to us. On October 3, Classical was defeated by Middlesex, 33 to O. Classical played this game under the tremendous disadvantage of being very much outweighed by its opponents. Moses Brown came out on top of a 13 to 0 score on October 10. Both Chenis, fullback, and Donaher, quarterback, played a brilliant game for Classical, but although efficiently backed by the rest of the team, they we1'e unable to break through for any scoring. We played our first inter-high game with South on October 15. Here Classical com- pletely outplayed its opponents and in the second half staged an aerial exhibition that so completely dizzied the opposing team that there was fear they might all swoon from the strain. Unfortunately, however, South managed to take advantage of a Classical fumble and came out ahead in a 7-2 score. We held Commerce and Commerce held us for a scoreless tie on October 20. This was, without doubt, the best played game of the season's high school football offerings. Although both teams were on the very point of scoring many times, neither was able to do so. There were many casualty vic- tims on both sides, but the game was played fairly and cleanly. We came out behind in a 14-0 contest played with Gardner High. Classical put up a game and steady fight, but the opponents' line was quite impregnable and our boys tried in vain to break it. The season closed on Ocltober 29 with a game against North High. Although in the first half the teams were evenly matched, Classical became a victim of many bad breaks in the second half and our playing went wild. We, the school, sincerely congratulate Coach Cantwell for the fine training and the inspiration he gave the boysg we also congratulate our boys for their gameness, their thorough sportsmanship, and their school spirit. BASEBALL TEAM Baseball Classical has reason to be proud of the remarkable showing its baseball team has made this year. It offers its sincerest felicitations to M1'. Cantwell to whom credit for the team's accomplishments really belongs. Last spring, when young men's fancies lightly turned to thoughts of love, baseball and such important matters, Classical's chances for a successful year seemed dubious. Beginning the season with only the nucleus of a team, Coach Cantwell so developed it, that not until we glance over the admirable record the team has made, can we fully realize how hard he and the boys must have worked to bring about this successful result. Classical in its opening game April 23, displayed a remarkable brand of ball and decisively overwhelmed the Worcester Business Institute, 10-0. The next contest was the first inter-high game in which we were nosed out by North for a final 2-0 score. North gained both its runs in the first inning, owing to a few errors, this early lead was sufiicient to give the game to North. Following this event came the annual Classical- Trade game in which we were victorious by the close margin of 4-3. On May 5 at the second of the inter-high games we lost to Commerce, 5-0. The next two games were victories. First, we defeated South, 3-1, then, St. Peter's team, 6-5. It was anybody's game until the very last inning, however, thanks to the reliability of Tom Hig- gins, we came through. Next came a slugfest with North, and when the smoke of battle cleared away, figuratively speaking, North was leading us, 12-9. Nevertheless, Classi- cal's batting prowess, which had been lacking in the first game with North, was here disclosed. We were beaten, 6-2 on May 27, by the Commerce team, but the game was more hotly contested than the numerical result indicates. If Classical could have tight- ened up in the pinches, the score would certainly have been reversed. The concluding game of the season was played June 2 with South, we easily repeated our first triumph with a 5-0 Whitewash. In summing up the games played, we come to an agreeable mathematical con- clusion. We defeated W. P. I., Trade School, and St. Peter's Parochial School once, and South High twice, while North and Commerce took our measure twice. We won five times, gaining thirty-nine runs, while we lost four games and allowed about thirty- four runs. Tom Higgins was the outstanding hurler of the year. Wood and Meleski starred at first and third, respectively. Captain Harrahy played a brilliant game in left field, and his hitting ability was noteworthy throughout the season. Although this entire quartet is lost by graduation, we are certain that Mr. Cantwell can and will build a team, for the forthcoming year, equally good or, perhaps, better. BASKETBALL TEAM TRACK TEAM Basketball This year, under the able supervision of Coach Cantwell, a basketball team of fighting spirit and real merit represented Classical on the gym floor. Topelian, as captain, played a splendidly consistent game, While Brown at center proved a high scorer at almost all of the games. Lawton at right forward played brilliantly and with Hickey, left forward, deserves much praise. Jaffe at left guard was a veritable bul- wark of defense. The substitutes, Nichols and Logan, did not disappoint us when called upon. In the inter-high series, Classical began by defeating the Commerce hoopsters, 21-17. The veteran North team proved too strong, and Classical was beaten by a score of 50-26. However, Classical came back and decisively defeated South to the tune of 39-24. In the second series, Classical dropped a hard fought game to Commerce, 25-23, but avenged itself on South by inflicting a 29-24 defeat. The series ended when the strong North team defeated our boys, 45-24. Classical tied Commerce for second place in the inter-high series. In the outside games, Classical twice defeated the W. P. I. second team by a 37-33 and 31-21 margin, and the Clark second team with a score of 36-23. Classical went down to defeat before Trade School in a 32-25 score. St. John's, always considered powerful, met defeat twice at the hands of the Classical boys by tallies of 28-14 and 28-12. The team is to be commended for its fine playing as well as for the sportsman- ship which it showed on the gym fioor. Track Indoor track, as represented in the Y. M. C. A. meet, was undistinguished this year although Topelian's record-breaking feats enlightened the gloom somewhat. Outdoor track began as unpropitiously as its sister sport. The work of Chenis and Topelian, and the heavy schedule arranged by Mr. Cantwell achieved no outstanding victories in the Boston College, Worcester Tech, or Harvard Interscholastic Meets. Finally, Classical, aroused from its lethargy, surprised the sport writers by winning 26 points in the Class Games. Chenis's running starred for Classical and proved the sen- sation of the meet. Alone, he scored 10 1-5 points, and, had it not been for an equivocal decision of the judges in one of the races, he would have enabled Classical to be sole holder of third place. As it was, North won with 47 3-5 points, Commerce was second with 29 2-5 points, and Classical and South were tied for third place with 26 counters each. At this writing, the Worcester County Meet has not yet taken place. This year's track season has shown that Classical teams are on the upgrade. VVe can confidently predict that the work of the past year will find its fruition in the near future. The senior members of the track team are: Paul Topelian, captain, John Chenis, Irving Joseph, Frank Tymoszko, Arnold Brown, and Irving Kaifeman. GIRLS' BASKETBALL TEAM Girls, Basketball Although the Blue and White won neither the greatly coveted championship, nor even second place in the inter-high basketball series, nevertheless, it put up a gallant fight, and deserves great credit for the work it did. The team was made up wholly of new girls, two having played as substitutes once or twice last year. Our girls, too, were so small that it was well nigh impossible for them to give their opponents very close competition. The season for Classical commenced with a game against North, at a time when our girls were not yet accustomed to real playing, and the outcome was a 39-3 victory for North. In the second game, Classical versus South, the girls co-operated better, and in the first half badly undermined the South High girls' confidence in gaining a great victory. However, the ball in the second half seemed to elude our girls' hands. This enabled South to win, 29-11. Next came the game with Commerce which resulted in an 18-8 victory for them. Mary Hardy, however, proved to be a difficult opponent and played a sure, swift game. The regular line-up played: forwards, Edythe Kumin, Margaret Kelly and Mary Hardy, manager, guards, Constance Williams, Anna Dona- hue, and Dorothy Epstein. Helen Laiviz, captain of the team, showed her versatility by playing both forward and guard positions equally well. In the second game with us, North did not have such a walk-away as in the pre- vious game, for our team had improved greatly. Notwithstanding, they came out the victors, scoring 21 points against our 13. Edythe Kumin and Helen Laiviz showed great skill in the way in which they shot baskets in the second game against Commerce. The guards also worked very energetically, although not always with great success. The final score was 18-11 in favor of Commerce. In the last game of the series, which was played against South, Miss Whitin gave a chance to practically every girl on the squad to take part. The team was comprised of Zita Coyle, Charlotte Feinsilver, Edythe Kumin, Irene Werme, Margaret Trussell, Marguerite Healy, Margaret Kelly, Mary Hardy, Elizabeth Lee, Irene Foley, Constance Williams, Ma1'y Silverman, Anna Donahue, Dorothy Rochette, Mildred Reed, Dorothy Epstein, Alice Costello, Mary Denning, Beatrice Corash, Marion Melican, Helen Laiviz, and Caroline Thurston. The game ended with South scoring, 35-5. Great praise is due to our girls, not only for their clean sportsmanship, but also for their unquenchable enthusiasm, much is also due to Miss Whitin who, a newcomer to this school, developed a team from entirely inexperienced, though willing, girls. HOCKEY TEAM Hoclcey Classical had the disadvantage of having to prepare a practically new squad this year, since we had only three veterans, Mary Hardy, Dorothy Epstein, and Helen Laiviz. The entire group, including team and subs is as follows: Betty Leary, Marion Melican, Mary Hardy, Margaret Kelly, Dorothy Epstein, Dorothy O'Toole, Mildred Reed, Helen Laiviz, Delina Berthiaume, Edythe Kumin, Helen Sullivan, Jane Reardon, Mary Degnan, Mary Matthews, Winifred Post, Marguerite Healy, Anna Gannon, Marguerite Burroughs, Sarah Lubovitz, Margaret Rafferty, Alice Costello, Zita Coyle, and Estelle Caron. The opening game of the season, played 'October 2, was won by Commerce, 3-0. A game with North, scheduled next, had to be postponed until November 9. The score was 2-0, in favor of North. The third was played on October 16. It was a scoreless tie with South. On October 23 we played the second game with Commerce, with a score of 2-0 in favor of Commerce. North held us to a 4-0 score, the worst defeat of the season, on October 30. In the last regular game of the year, on November 5, South gained a 2-0 victory. Mary Hardy was the captain this year, and Helen Sullivan, the manager. We can hope for a better showing next year, since out of a possible twenty-three only seven will be lost through graduation. The final standing was: North first, Commerce second, South third, and Classical fourth. Tennis This Year Classical trained a very conscientious and hard-working group of girls to uphold her laurels in tennis. Despite the fact that we made only third place in the series, the good, steady work done by our girls was highly commendable. The team was composed of the following members: Helen Laiviz, captain, Anna Anguria, and Marie Smith, with Christine Loud and Edythe Kumin as alternates. The first match, between Classical and South, took place at Vernon Hill on September 18. Classical lost. The scores follow: Gertrude Maylott versus Marie Smith, 6-1, 6-3, Bernice White versus Anna Anguria, 6-0, 6-1, Gladys Duesel versus Helen Laiviz, 6-2, 6-0, In the next match, which was held at Elm Park, September 25, Classical played against Commerce. The high spot in the contest was the game be- tween Helen Laiviz and Lillian Hill, the two captains. Miss Hill won, 6-4, 6-4, 4--6. The other scores were: Anna Anguria versus Ruth Daniels, 6-2, 6-1, and Marie Smith versus Alice Northridge, 6-0, 7-5. Classical won the day in this game. The last meet, between Classical and North, was held at Vernon Hill, September 30. The scores were as follows: Sheila O'Gara versus Marie Smith, 6-1, 6-lg Grace Shipman versus Helen Laiviz, 6-1, 6-4, Marion Butler versus Anna Anguria, 6-1, 11-9. North won the inter-high series, with South second, Classical third, and Com- merce fourth. W eaters of the HCM anci ii W N John Chenis Arnold Brown Theodore Babbitt William Miliefsky Israel Jaffe Daniel Horgan Harry Shumway William Miliefsky William Lawton Arnold Brown Anna Anguria Estelle Caron Dorothy Epstein Mary Hardy Anna Donahue Dorothy Epstein BOYS TRACK-W's Paul Topelian, Captain Irving Joseph TRACK-C's Irving Kaifeman Frank Tymoczko FOOTBALL-C's Joseph Wondolowski William Lawton Paul Topelian Everett Loomis BASEBALL-C's John Harrahy, Captain John Chenis Paul Topelian Thomas Higgins Joseph Wondolowski BASKETBALL-C's Paul Topelian, Captain Jacob Lemovitz Everett Nicol Israel J affe GIRLS TENINIS-C's Edythe Kumin Helen Laiviz HOCKEY-C's Helen Laiviz Marion Melican Helen Sullivan BASKETBALL-C's Mary Hardy Edythe Kumin Helen Laiviz N 7 3 I 2.22,-,QE X ' ,gn,,,m!i e!!!eg! 5 5 E!!!!E TEE X J ff xx nllmfflfff Q E31-lLlu.u Kl0LHArHl E5 , . fl CLASS OF 1926 CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL M.ICH.AEL ABELSKY f-M1cKY f-soc Born, March 7, 1908 The wise man is but a clever i1z,fa'n.t. Micky is not only first violinist of Orchestra A, and a prominent member of the C. H. S. D. A., but is also the possessor of a truly remarkable scholastic record. His interest in his academic work has, as often happens, militated against a profounder respect for knowledge that he might otherwise have had-but this is a minor matter. Withal, Micky is an excellent student, a good violinist, and a delightful character. Orchestra A, Glee Club, C. H. S. D, A., Green Room Club, Science Club, Argus Board. FLOYD ANDERSON ANDY FLoyD'f Born, March 15, 1908 -thou lofty slrzurtu-re of manhood! Floyd's career in school, like his stature, is by no means diminutive. His voice has swelled from the ranks of the Glee Club and has rung from the assem- blage of the Consolidated Chorus. Andy has become attached to the Science Club and has taken considerable interest in the dramatics of the Green Room Club. His quiet, unobtrusive ways have won for him the favor of the class. Consolidated Chorus, Glee Club, Green Room Club, Science Club. ANNA CE CILIA ANGURIA ANN Born, January 3, 1910 -so various, that she seemed to bc Not o-nc, but all 'manki'nd's ep'ilo'rne. Here she is-our own Anna of debating and schol- astic fame. Anna's list of activities is, perhaps, slightly larger than herself, but then, good things do come in small packages. Simple and unassuming, cer- tainly not seeking popularity, Anna has yet become one of the most renowned members of our class. Miss Shaughnessey will lose some arg'umentator when Anna leaves for Normal School. Aletheia, Basketball, Class Debates lcaptain, '25J, Green Room Club, Kithara Club, Senior Class Secre- tary, '26, Student Council fsecretary, '26J, Tennis, Varsity Debating, '24, '25, lcaptain, '26J, Class His- torian. CLASSIC MYTHS CARL ALLAN GUSTAF ASHTON AL ASH Born, July 8, 1907 I am 'ready-let the foe a1J1Jroach! No gathering is complete without AL His happy, whole-hearted manner has won for him an appreciable esteem, and his ability and talent have rendered him an enviable popularity. The musical organizations have been the recipients of much of Al's effort, while the Green Room Club too, has come in for a share of his attention. It can never be said that Al was a shirker or disloyal to Classical traditions. Glee Club Qpresident, '25J, Orchestra A, C. H. S. Band, Green Room Club fvice-president, '26l, Kithara Club, Consolidated Band, Orchestra, and Mixed Chorus, Senior Revue. - THEODORE BABBITT TED Born, November 10, 1908 For cheerful aml bright and marry is he. Ted is a shining example of what is always known as a handsome, dashing young athlete. The only sports he hasn't gone in for these four years are the girls' basketball and hockey. And, oh, how the girls wish Teddy weren't so reserved! Yet those who know Ted will tell you of one girl! Holy Cross gets an ace in Ted Here's luck, Teddy. Basketball, Football, Track, Baseball, C. H. S. D. A., Science Club. HELEN TERE-SA BELLIVEAU HELEN Born, February 15, 1908 Nurse, I 'wa-nt a drink. Although she was always cheerful, Helen seemed to be a rather quiet miss, at least we didn't hear her. We are told by her friends, however, that she becomes more vivacious outside of school. Helen is going to be a nurse, and some unfortunate mortals will be fortunate indeed, in having Helen's tender care. We wonder how many of her patients will be singing, I don't want to get well. Aletheia. 1 CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL CHARLES EDMUND BEN'OIT -1-CHARLEYH -AED Born, February 3, 1908 '4Silence-thou were cvcr a virtue. Charley has been one of the more quiet fellows of the class and, although everyone does not really know him, his pleasant manner and reserved mien have won for him more friends than even he is aware. He is reticent, inclined to be shy, and little knows that his modest blushes are really becoming to him. Charley has done his work well and has fully earned the success and pleasure of his graduation. SYLVIA HANNAH BERMAN A-syn Born, October 22, 1908 She was ever bcwilching, enticing mul charmi11g. The winning ways of this sweet and gentle miss have endeared her to all who know her. Syl is extremely popular among the stronger sex, too, and you'll find her as pretty and pleasant as ever, tripping the light fantastic at every Classical social and dance. How- ever, not all of Sylvia's time is spent in this fashion, for she is an active member of many of our clubs, and a diligent student. Glee Club, Aletheia, Operetta, Travelogue, Botany Club, Green Room Club, Kithara Club. DORIS ALGER BROADBENT DOT 'fnolzlery' BIZOADIE Born, July 3, A1908 To lmaw her is to love her. Doris's vivacity and piquance we shall long re- member, nor shall we soon forget her wavy, chestnut hair, sparkling brown eyes, and bubbling laughter. Doris's equable disposition, generous friendliness, and good sportsmanship make her an instant favorite any- where, and if the esteem. in which her fellow class- mates hold her is any indication of her future-well- Doris will be a world beater! Aletheia, Botany Club, Green Room Club, Student Council, Freshman Debating Team. CLASSIC MYTHS In ROSE BRODINSKY HROSEU Born, January 28, 1908 Shy and dcmurc this maiden fair, With. rosy cheek and curly hair. Rose came to Glassicall from. Springfield lin her junior year. Because of her shy manner and quiet ways, Rose did not quickly affiliate herself with the senior class, but in her unobtrusive manner she pro- cured a few real friends. Rose is an industrious student, and has made a fine record during her two years at the school. We are certain that in her quiet, decisive fashion, she will always be successful in her undertakings. ARNOLD BROWN BRO WNlE Born, May 1, 1908 Youth alone is immo'rLu,l. One of the stellar lights on the basketball court this season was Brownie His eye for the basket has won him not only the plaudits of Worcester sport editors- he has won a place on several mythical Worcester All- Star teams-but also the kind glances of many buxom maidens, whom, it must be confessed, he has not re- buffed. The reader must interpret this cryptic clause for himself! Agassiz Club, Glee Club, Track, Basketball. JAMES FRANCIS BROWN -'JIMMY' SHAMUS JIM Born, August 27, 1907 Up! Up! Foryet your booksJ Under a seemingly serene exterior, we find the real Jimmy '--light-hearted and care-free. Jim is a true friend in every sense of the word, and his popu- larity is well merited. We might say that Jim is an excellent marksman with an air-rifle, a fact which few know, and that he is real keen for back-to-nature stuff. His smiling personality has won a place in our hearts which can not easily be usurped. Science Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL HUGH I. BULGER HUGH Born, February 1, 1906 His talcnis were of the more silent class. Although quiet and reserved, Hugh holds a high place in the affection of those who know him. A dili- gent student, his teachers universally like him. True, he hasn't bothered much with extra-curriculum acti- vities, but this failing tif it be onej is offset by the earnest endeavor he puts into his classwork. Next September Hugh enters Wentworth Institute, there to delve into the mysteries of science. VITTY BULWICH VITTY Born, July 27, 1907 A disposition to happiness had he. Vitty, the high light of the Senior Revue, is the class collegiate. He led a sweating, steaming, shivering. madly be-signed Ford to school Qwhenever he camel, last summer until it finally melted one hot day and nothing remained but a pathetic grease spot. A class was never dull with Vitty in it-when he was in it- for Vitty never can be said to have worried over his marks. We'll miss you, Vitty. Senior Revue. ISADORE BURSTEIN ..IZ,, Born, December 23, 1908 InrLust'ry is the keystone of success. To each class there comes a prodigy, and Iz is un- doubtedly the one allotted to us. Coming from a foreign country less than three years ago, he has conquered the great difference in language and cus- toms, and completed a special high school course with high honors. Such persevering diligence and ability is never linked with failure, and Izzie at Clark will duplicate the remarkable work he has done at Classical. C. H. S. D. A. CLASSIC MYTHS IRENE DOROTHY BURWICK 1 -'cURLy Born, January 23, 1909 A young and lvarvwfl Doctor. Beneath her curly locks, I has a goodly supply of what are familiarly called brains, This she has proved by her high scholastic record. That she is also a person of culture and sensitive perceptions is evinced by her musical taste and ability. Furthermore, she has a sincere and charming personality which, to- gether with her artistic and academic talents, are sure to win her success at Wheaton. Pythagorean Club, Aletheia, Glee Club, Class De- bates, Green Room Club, CLASSIC MYTHS feditorial board, business boardj, Kithara Club. WILLIAM ALFRED CAREY -4BlLLn Born, September 8, 1908 Prompt and watchful -more than ordinary men. Bill's object in coming' to Classical was to pleaseg and both classmates and teachers have been pleased. His classmates have been captivated by his personality, while he has been popular with the faculty for a more practical reason-his proficiency in class work. Per- haps the most charming of his characteristics was the quiet dignity with which he carried himself. The class extends to him its wishes for success. Science Club, Track Team. ESTE LLE LOIRAINE CARON HSTELU Born, December 11, 1907 She had eyes so soft and brown. A dark-haired, quiet girl of kindly disposition and cheery smile-that is Estelle. Of her it may be said, She hides a golden jewel in her throat, since in addi- tion to her other talents, .Estelle possesses a remark- ably sweet singing voice. Remember her catchy solo in the Senior Revue? Stel wields no mean stick in a hockey game, as her fellow-members on the team can testify. Bortany Club, Agassiz Club, Glee Club, Minstrel Show, Hockey. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL MATILDA VERONICA CARROLL TlLLIE Born, April 30, 1908 Princess Charming. We wonder if it is the thought of that good-looking admirer of Room 4 that puts that indefinable some- thing into Ti1lie's smile! But whatever or whoever the cause may be, the result reveals two rows of pearly white, and a happy disposition. Popularity comes naturally to Tillie, for no one can resist the charm of her lilting soprano and entrancing manner. Besides, this pretty mam'selle is a clever actress, too. Green. Room Club Qsecretary, '26J, Aletheia fvice- presidcnt, '26J, Kithara Club, Agassiz Club, Girls' Glee Club fpresident, '26D, Botany Club, Travelogue, Operetta. MARY ANNE CHARBONNEAU MA CHUB Born, April 5, 1908 The essence of all that is fine in woman. At first glance, one might think Ma, with her modest dress and gentle voice, quiet and sedate. But a second look at her merry, laughing eyes reverses one's opinion. Anyone who possesses- such eyes is worth cul- tivating! And the acquaintance is productive of a real liking for this clever, charming young lady. Chub is a popular girl and she certainly deserves every bit of that popularity. Aletheia, Botany, Glee Club. JOSEPH DQOMINICK CHELAUSKI '-CHow CHILI DOM Born, July 15, 1907 Give me an honest laugherf' A happy-go-lucky fellow is Chili.', His carefreeness and good humor are the chief reasons for his wide- spread popularity. However, Chow did take a little time from fun-making to give athletics the benefit of his presence, and so we find him a letter-man in track and basketball. Although Chili was never a Horace Mann pupil, he is the type of fellow that all of us hate to lose. Track, Basketball, Science Club. CLASSIC MYTHS JOHN CHENQIS Goo-Goo Born, June 26, 1907 A good .Seaman is known in bad weather. In class, Goo-goo Cyes, that is his nicknamel, has remained in the background, often creating a suspi- cion in the mind of the observer in regard to his com- plete wakefulness. On the athletic field, however, be it in football, baseball, or track, Chenis has shown an alertness, a smoothness of movement, and a celerity of thought which have often roused the spectators to bursts of enthusiasm. Science Club, Baseball, Football, Track. EBNER GOHEN EB HEBENEEZEW' MlDSHlPMAN Born, January 5, 1908 A Little nonsense now and then, N Is -relished by the wisest mem. Bing! Eb is a freshie. Bang! Now a sophomore Crash! A junior. Bing! Bang! Crash! Ebeneezer is a senior. By these three ejaculations is our Mid- shipman's high school career best described. To the faculty he is always incorrigibleg but to his classmates and intimate friends, a constant source of keen delight and enjoyment. Ebeneezer is bound for B. U., where he will, we are sure, gain the same popularity he has attained at Classical. D'OXchestra A, Science Club, C. H. S. Band, C. H. S. LILLIAN ADELLE COHEN LIL Born, April 6, 1910 Few are those who do all things well. Lil needs no introduction. Her many accomplish- ments speak for themselves. She was twice captain of the Girls' Declamation team, an officer in almost every school club, and in her senior year, Ivy Orator. In ad- dition, Lil holds the honor of being the youngest member of the class. As a member of the Argus board and CLASSIC MYTHS board, Lil has proved her literary ability. Aletheia Csecretary, '2,5J, Kithara Club isecretary, '26J, Pythagorean Club, Green Room Club, Class De- bates fcaptain, '25j, Declamation Team Qcaptain, '25, '26j, Argus, CLASSIC MYTHS feditorial boardj, Music Memory Team, '24, Ivy Orator. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL BARBARA CAROLYN COLE BOB '-BOBBIEH Born, July 13, 1908 Fair was she to behold, that maiden of seventeen summers. Eyes of brown, hair of fairies' gold, winsome smile- these all belong to the charmingly dainty person we know as Bobbie We wonder if Bobbie ever real- ized the infectious quality of her smile, or the charm of her soft voice. They will certainly be assets in whatever vocation she makes her life-Work. Bar- bara's plans for the future are still in formulation. Aletheia, Argus, Class Day Committee. ADELAIDE MIOREAU COLEMAN MDD.. Born, September 1, 1909 So sweet and 'volublc is her discourse. A jolly smile, a merry twinkle, a clever quip, and a magnetic personality-that is the secret of Adelaide's popularity. Despite- the fact that she is a 'thorn in Mr. Evers's side and the bane of Miss Dodge's exist- ence fduring school hours, of coursej one can't help loving Adelaide, nor can one resist her contagious mirth. Next September Add goes to Radcliffe, and after graduating there, she intends to teach. Argus, CLASSIC MYT'HS feditorial boardl, Green Room Club. HELEN LORE TTA COLLINS HELEN Born, October 31, 1907 Her success lies 'within her smile. Possessed of a smile that should rightfully be called a grin, Helen has easily overcome the few obstacles she has encountered in her path. Slim, dark, and petite as the Russian she so ably impersonated in the Senior Revue, she has fliterally and figurativelyj danced her way into our hearts. The radiator outside Room -1 will miss Helen this fall when she enters a hospital training school for nurses. Agassiz Club fsecretary, '26J, Aletheia, Botany Club, Green Room Club. CLASSIC MYTHS JOSEPH ANTHONY CONLON JOCKO CONNIE JOE Born, September 3, 1908 Let us be merry. Connie is our blue-eyed, laughing Irish lad. Jocko's eyes dance, twinkle-and then the fun be- gins. Ask any of his Room 5 victims about it. Joe has a laugh worth walking a mile to hear. Fourth hour became recreation hour in Room 5 when Jacko was around. And oh, how innocent he can look! Connie divides his time between studying and sleep- ing, and he never looks tired! Luck, Joe, at Holy Cross! Science Club, Green Room Club, C. H. S. D. A. MABEL VERONICA CONWAY MABEL Born, July 5, 1907 ' A blithe heart makes a. blooming 'uisagcf' Though all around her were girls with shorn tresses, Mabel yielded not to temptation, and throughout her career here, Mabel's locks have remained her crown- ing glory. This is but one instance of her strong will, for although Mabel was quiet, she was also per- severing. She has sung with the Glee Club in many concerts, and was a member of three clubs. Mabel is going to further her education at Normal School. Agassiz Club, Aletheia, Green Room Club, G Clef Club. DOROTHY LOUISE COOKSON nor f'DoTT1 ' DO I Born, September 3, 1908 Fair-haired, azure-eyed, with delicate Saxon complexion. Vivacious and demure by turns, and at all times charming, Dorothy's 100 per cent personality is a friend winner. She is always optimistic and eager to help any project at whatever cost of inconvenience to herself. Her greatest pleasure lies in pleasing others. In addition, Dorothy is a pianist, a graceful dancer, and a delightful hostess. No wonder we consider her an asset to our class. She plans to enter Boston Uni- versity next September. Aletheia, Botany Club, Student Council, Motto Com- mittee, Kithara Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL MAXIMILIAN COONEN '-MAX Mac Born, October 16, 1908 Ha111J11 is he who knows the causes of things. Mac is one of our more prominent members. He has engaged successfully in so many activities that his chro-nicler is at loss to select the interest nearest his heart or most characteristic of his many-sided nature. Outwardly, there is a great gap between music and athletics, debating and geometry, but the chasm is easily bridged by a keen mind com.bined with an in- teresting personality. Science Club fpresident, '26J, C. M. T. C. Club fpresident, '26J, C. H. S. D. A. ftreasurer, 261, CLASSIC MYTHS' fbusiness boardj, Argus Board, Kithara Club, Pythagorean Club. ALICE PATRICIA COSTELLO ALOYSIUS AL Born, November 24, 1907 While the fates allow, be happy. Alice is that buxom soul who so evidently is always having a good time. She has developed this rare ability to the utmost, there are few situations so seri- ous or so gloomy as to render her mood melancholy or her face less sunshiny. This is perhaps her greatest talent-nor is any derogation implied. One only wishes that more people were endowed with Alice's gift for happiness. Pythagorean Club, Aletheia Club, Botany Club, Bas- ketball, Hockey. HUGH HENRY COYLE HUGH Born, September 11, 1908 Perseueram:e Irrings success. Although Hugh never was a Horace Mann pupil, his scholastic record might surprise many. Especially in science and mathematics did this quiet, unassuming youth star. In these two departments of learning, he often outshone others of high scholastic repute. De- spite the fact that he worked after school hours, Hugh found time to take part in Classical activities. Hugh's sincerity and pleasant companionship made him a favorite in our midst. Pythagorean Club, Science Club. CLASSIC MYTHS LESTER CRAMER Les Born, August 3, 1908 Here is a philosopher, here is a wit, Here is a fellow t-rue. It is not sufficient to halo Les with the word bril- liant, for he is seemingly blessed with all gifts God has for mortal man. Les is clever lin the strict sense of that wordj, and has an Oscar Wilde reputation for repartee. He is a true scholar, a debater of the D. Webster sort, a reliable authority on literature, art, life, an author of no mean merit, an athlete-oh, we could go on. Harvard for Les. Argus Board, CLASSIC MYTHS leditor-in-chiefj, Class Treasurer, '24, C. H. S. D. A. fpresident, '25J, Tennis Team fcaptain and managerb. JEJREMIIAH JOSEPH CRONIN woe JOEY Born, October 15, 1909 His ways were ways of quiet-ness. Joe is one of these unobstrusive fellows who, de- spite his modest silence, is known by almost the entire class. No one ever noticed Joe worrying about get- ting by and yet he seldom carried home a load of books. Perhaps his diligence any fourth hour accounted for the excellent marks without the customary books. Joe has chosen St. Anselm's College for his next Alma Mater. Good Luck! Science Club. A RTHUR JOSEPH CROWLEY ART Born, August 4, 1907 Silence is fl. true friend who never betrays. Because he's not in the habit of singing his own praises, Art hasn't received all the credit due him for his really unusual athletic prowess. This has been shown chiefly in football, although Art has devoted some attention to baseball, basketball and track. He was a regular on the championship football eleven of '23, and in '24 attained the distinction of being chosen all-star guard. And that's accomplishment enough for any fellow. Football, Science Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL JOPHN JOSEPH CUMMINGS BABE Born, April 3, 1908 Bette-r late than never. We have as yet to see Babe in a hurry. No matter what happens, how many bells have rung, whether it may be 8.15 or 1, Babe believes 'in taking his time. Perhaps it is to allow many a feminine eye to linger on his manly chest and broad shoulders. Babe's favor- ite subjects are mathematics, Greek f?J, and English with Mr. Post. However, his devotion to these subjects does not cause him to slight the fairer sex in the least. Pythagorean Club fpresident, '26J, Green Room Club, Senior Play, '24. ELEANOR CATHERINE CUMMISKY HELEANORU Born, December 23, 1908 Quiet people are welcome everJ1uherc. Eleanor has kept herself rather secluded, greatly to our regret, for we should have liked to know her very much indeed. While many of us have often been lured fnot very unwillingly, to be surej from our books. this petite young lady has steadily kept at hers, with a faithfulness which might well prick our less rigid con- sciences. We feel quite certain that such admirable qualities will be a decided asset to her in the future. Botany Club, Agassiz Club, Aletheia. JOHN JIOSEPH CURJRAN JOHNNIE '-JACK Born, March 247, 1908 I can but say 1'm glad to be his friend. When Johnnie decided that he wouldn't go in for any extra-curriculum activities, he probably had a suf- ficient reason. It wasn't that he wished to spend all his time studying, for Jack was never known as a dig, and like many of us was capable of doing three Weeks' work in one fourth hour. It must be that he was in- fiuegiced by some outside interest. Who is she, John- nie. ' Economics Club. CLASSIC MYTHS WILLIAM P. DEWEY BILL Born, April 2, 1908 Genius cannot hide its light. And Bill certainly has genius. He has mastered to perfection the art of playing the clarinet and the saxophone. The fact that last year he won the Har- vard book prize for excellence in scholarship and char- acter is enough to prove his real worth. Without con- scious effort, Bill managed to learn his lessons well, and the result was-Horace Mann Scholarship. Suc- cess must come to such as Bill, Kithara Club, Orchestra, Band. ELLEEN MARIE DINEEN ELLEN Born, December 4, 1908 Virtue is its ow-11. reward. Ellen is one of our quietest girls. She would much rather sit on the outskirts of one of our merry groups and listen with that gentle smile of hers, than be one of them. Although Ellen is seldom to be found guilty of creating mischief, she is a mighty fine girl, and can enjoy a joke even when it is on her. Best of all, Ellen always has her home work done and thus aids many a friend in distress. Aletheia. ANNA AGNES DONAHUE A-Azvzvf' Born, March 29, 1909 Good nature precedes all virtues. It would be strange indeed to find a Classicalite who did not know Ann, The fact that she has been a member of almost every organization, and chairman of many committees, proves that she has excellent ex- ecutive ability, a quality but occasionally found. She is well up in her studies, and is always willing to enter- tain with her violin playing. Ann plans to continue studying music at the New England Conservatory. Orchestra A, Class Secretary, '24, Aletheia fvice- president, '25, treasurer, '24J, Student Council, Botany Club, Green Room Club, Consolidated Orchestra. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL JOHN JOSEPH DO:NAHUE DUNDY vor Born, July 9, 1909 Wake mc not, for the dream. is pleasant. Dundy sometimes looks sleepy, but in his case, ap- pearances certainly are deceiving. His friends know that when he seems abstracted, he's probably thinking up some new joke tri delighlt hishauditogs. t'Joeg realllly can be bright in cass w en e so esires, ut- e usually doesn't. However, his natural ability gets him good grades, so Dundy's never-worry policy works twenty-four hours every day. John believes in saving his sorrowg and he's right. JOHN EDWARD DOWD DOWDIE mn Born, February 24, 1908 Short of sttntwrc hc was, but strongly built and athletic. As a member of the far-famed Equestrian Four of the September Latin 8 class, Dowdie needs no biogra- phy. Mr. McKinley can. give an interesting, though perhaps not very complimentary, account of the unflag- ging f?J zeal with which this young' man sought Vir- gil's iieeting verbs and evanescent adjectives. But at least we can ascribe originality, if not strict accuracy, to Dowdie's translations. Moreover, his successful pursuit of the elusive football more than atones for his Latin failings. Football, Pythagorean Club, Science Club. DOROTHY SHAIN EPSTEIN DOT DOTTY EPPIE Born, December 21, 1909 A maiden maflcst cmd self possessed, Youthful, athletic, and t'rimly dressed. Dorothy is a representative of whom Classical may well be proud. Although she completed her course in three and a half years, she found time to exercise her prowess in athletics by making the basketball and hockey teams. A clever student and keen thinker, Dot of the shining' dark hair and brown eyes is also a Hne pianist. Classical's loss will be Wheaton's gain this fall. Basketball, Hockey, Student Council, Argus, Class Day Committee. CLASSIC MYTHS SYLVIA RIUTH FIEING-OLD SIS Born, September 14, 1907 The grass storms not, she treads on it so light. Oh Si-i-s! Soft, blue eyes look up roguishlyg then a quick, dirnpled smile is sure to follow. Who, pray, has seen Sis when a smile or a merry song is not on her lips? Her unusual sweetness of character and lovableness of disposition have drawn to her countless friends amongst girls and boys alike. Who is there. pgayls, with heart in breast, who could not love our KK . I Green Room Club, Aletheia, Kithara Club, Pythagor- ean Club, Botany Club. MARY TERESA FINNEGAN ' MAE MARY Born, July 22, 1908 Smile, cmd the task is half done. You can be sure that Mae's face will never become wrinkled from continual frowning. Her laughing dis- position easily stamps her as one of the happiest mem- bers of the class. During her four years at Classical, Mae has devoted many conscientious hours of hard work to music and the Glee Club. We shall be satisfied if Mae has enjoyed us a fraction as much as we have enjoyed her. Aletheia, Glee Club, Senior Revue. JOHN WILLIAM FORAN UFARNEYH Born, April 3, 1908 A second Daniel. Farney has acquired an aptitude for being ready with the correct answer when the despairing teacher is reaching the end of his tether. His reliable stock of information has been a boon to his classmates also, although his retiring nature has prevented him from giving aid voluntarily. Anyone who knows Blarney, or has even been in a class with him, cannot but realize that Holy Cross is fortunate in securing him. Science Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL HIRSH JACOB FREED --HIRSHH UHERSHEYU Born, June 13, 1910 Down, mcnials! I rmzlrvuvhf' Hirsh is the delight of our class. His fellow-sufferers in Economics will readily testify to his hilarious hu- mor. However, he has his serious moments. It is in- deed an intellectual joy to hear him eloquently and convincingly set forth the reasons Why W'orcester should adopt the city manager plan. Yes, Hershey talks well, but he sometimes is oblivious of the fact that there can be too much of a good thing. - Class Debates fcaptain '24J, Declaiming Team, C. H. S. D. A. fpresident '26J, Amherst Cup Debating gfagn, Senior Revue, Argus, Green Room Club, Science u . FRANCES OLIVE GILLIGAN FRANNY Born, February 3, 1908 Red as a 'rose is she. When we see a naturally rosy complexion enhanced by a pair of dark eyes, we are invariably reminded of Franny. Frances has been particularly interested in scientific work and, as president, has successfully guided the Botany Club through an eventful yearg in addition, she has taken an active part in the newly- formed Agassiz Club. Amiability and scintillating good-nature are characteristic of this petite young lady and we predict a future for her as glowing as her cheeks. Botany Club fpresident '26J, Aletheia, Agassiz Club. ALPHO NSE EDWARD GINKUS UAL.. Born, September 3, 1908 Away Sorrow! The King of Mew-imcvzt app'r0aches! Al, with his infinite number of antics, is a sure cure for all blues. Perched in an advantageous corner in the rear of Room 4, he has warmed the spirits of his classmates with his radiant smile and ever-present grin, besides exciting the merriment of the class and the ire of the guardian spirit of Room 4. A delight forever is to see Al do the Oceana Roll. Science Club, Glee Club. CLASSIC MYTHS SYDNEY MITCHELL GLICK -'sync Born, May 4, 1908 A genial ma-n-ner makes Lifc's journey smooth. Permit me to introduce Syd, our business prodigy who, we expect, will soon become a Wall Street mag- nate. Syd confirmed our beliefs on this point when he became business manager of the CLASSIC MYTHS. Syd's agreeable manner and love of fun have made him popular with both sexes. He is one of the inno- cent CU adornments of Room 5, who help to keep Miss Dodge amused. Good luck Syd, for you're a jolly good fellow! CLASSIC M.YTHs Cbusiness managerj, Orchestra A, Band, Senior Revue. VERA CELIA GLIXMAN Hvzm -fv. C. Born, March 22, 1908 Whose 'words took all cars captive. Piercing black eyes and a challenging wit character- ize Vera. She made her debut in Classical as a speaker of great merit in the Junior-Sophomore debate. Since then she has been one of the reasons for Classi- cal's winning the Inter-High Debating Cup for the past two years. As she is a versatile young lady, she is able to acquit herself meritoriously as one of the best violinists in the school. Class Debates, Varsity Debating Team, Green Room Club, Argus, Orchestra A, Kithara Club Qsecretary '25, vice-president '26J. MILTON GOLDBERG MILT Born, August 12, 1909 Repartcc is precisely the touchstonc of the man of wit. Directly to the side, students and scolars, we have that wonder among wonders-that immortal among im- mortals-that non-studying Horace Mann student. Milt is a member, or a president, of every Classical organization fexcepting the Aletheial. As well liked a fellow as Milt is hard to find fif to be found at alll. M3ilt's smile is as infectious as his general good hu- mor. Harvard for Milt, C. H. S. D. A., Science Club fvice-presidentj, Pytha- gore-rain Club Qpresidentj, Picture Committee, Argus oar . CLASSICAL HIGH SCH'OOL SYLVIA CLAIRE GOLDMAN SLlVERS Born, January 20, 1909 A frzscinating presence, full of light. A bewitching nymph is Sylvia, whether disporting herself in the nile-green waters of the Y swimming- pool, or hastening through the halls of Classical. Curly, dark hair and expressive eyes, together with a soft voice and sweet smile, comprise a winning combination. Though friends designate her by the affectionate nick- name of Slivers, there is nothing wooden about her friendship nor her co-operation in any cause. -Glee Club, G-reen Room! Club., Aletheia, Kifthara Club, Senior Play, CLASSIC MYTHS Qeditorial boardj. ELIAS SUMNER GRACE ELI Born, January 25, 1909 An imm0'rta.l 'name that was not born to die. Eli's name is synonymous with music, and when we mention it, we must always recall his excellent musical career at Classical. However, Eli's accomplishments are not limited, and besides attaining a creditable scho- lastic record, he has found time to be active in a num- ber of other organizations. Eli will further his edu- cation at B. U. and if four years of successful high school work are worth anything at all, Eli's future is assured. C. H. S. Band, Consolidated Band, Orchestra A. Kithara Club, Science Club, Pythagorean Club fvice- gresgifnt '26J, C. H. S. D. A., CLASSIC MYTHS qbusiness oar . EDNA THERJESA GREEKO EDNA Born, June 22, 1908 Grace was in all her steps. As sweet and lovable a girl as the school possesses- that's what we think of Edna. And we're far from alone in our opinion, for Edna is one of the most popu- lar young? women in the Senior Class. A charming face and radiant personality combine to make her be- loved by both sexes. And it certainly is an unusual woman who can attract the males and still be well- liked by her own sex. Glee Club, Kithara Club, Agassiz Club, Aletheia fsec- retary '25J, Green Room Club, Student Council, Class Secretary '24. CLASSIC MYTHS ALBERT LEE HALL NAU, Born, July 11, 1908 To him that hath, shall be givrm. Even to enumerate Al's activities, honors, and dis- tinctions is a task. He is a shining light on the debat- ing and declaiming teams, a valued member of various organizations, and a student summa cum laude. He is our first and only president-proof sufiicient of his popularity. If ever a leader showed his mettle in school, Hall has done it. His next stop on the way to success is Amherst. Class President Q3 yearsj, Declaiming Team, Debat- ing Team, C. H. S. D. A. fvice-president '26J, Pytha- gjgoreaan Club, Science Club, Green Room Club, Argus oar . MARY THERESA HARDY RED 1zUSTY Born, November 4, 1909 Thou 'whose locks cutshim: the sun. Who doesn't know our athletic Red, or hasn't at some time applauded her vigorous participation in a hockey or basketball game? She brought to scenes of physical prowess the same analytical quick-thinking that distinguished her in the class room, the team-work that characterized her helpful co-operation in any pro- ject, and the loyalty that made her a good friend. Pythagorean Club, Aletheia, Student Council, Agas- sgz ggilgb, Hockey fcaptain '25J, Basketball Qmanager 5-' . JOHN PATRICK HARRAHY JACK Born, March 17, 1908 As for me, alll know is that I know nothing. Jack is an extremely likeable fellow whose only fault is a constitutional aversion to work-at least, in school. On the other hand, his baseball prowess has often been marked at the games in which he played. His most prominent characteristic, a rib-tickling grin, has not been totally ignored by the so-called fair sex, as their soulful glances betray. All in all, there are few chaps at Classical as pleasant as Jack. Green Room Club, Baseball fcaptain '26J. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL LILLIAN EQLIZABETH HAYNES '-LIL utr f-LILLUMSH Born, June 8, 1908 And hair cr, sunlight yellow, Ami eyes a 'morning blucf' Lillian's blond fairness, seraphic smile, and angelic disposition are most suggestive of a celestial visitorg but Lillums is a very real girl in the work-a-day life of Classical. Her future presents a momentous problem which is yet undecided. The outcome doesn't worry usg we know that figuratively and literally, she will brighten any comer where she is. So we resign her to an unknown fate with all good wishes for her success. Glee Club, Aletheia. GERNTRUDE ELIZABETH HEALY HGERTU Born, September 2, 1907 The glorious spirit nf youth. A cheery comrade and a loyal friend, Gert is well- liked by all. She doesn't believe in worrying, and so a happy smile is never absent from her face. However, Gert isn't happy-go-lucky in athletics, for her per- formance on the senior girls' basketball team was out-- standing. In a few years Gert will be a nurse, and, as soon as she does become one, we're going to arrange to become ill. Aletheia, Glee Club, Green Room Club. MARGARET BE RYLL HIGGINS PEG MIGRET Born, February 4, 1907 ' And mistress of herself, though China full. A diligent student, a cheery pal, Migret is a real girl in every sense of the term. Peg was really the mainstay of our existence here, for did she not deal out meal tickets to each and every one of us twice a day? Migret plans to enter Normal School, so that she may some day command a legion of children. And her legion will be more famous than Caesa1 s! Agassiz Club, Aletheia fpresident '26J, Botany Club, Green Room Club. CLASSIC MYTHS THOMAS HIGGINS TOM Born, December 8, 1908 Industry is the key-stone of success. The Tom we knew in the school corridors could hardly have been recognized as the same Tom we saw flying about the running track. It would be diffi- cult for anyone not to enjoy his delightful drawl and easy, aillable mannen. Class-rooms have not been particularly inspiratory to Tom's industrious nature, but athletics have found him the very essence of ambi- tion. We shall surely miss his ever-ready grin. Track, Baseball, Science Club, Glee Club, Green Room Club. DANIEL STEPHEN HORGAN DANNY DINNY Born, July 25, 1909 Always welcome everywhere. Danny came to us with the reputation of his note- worthy family to sustain. He not only fulfilled all ex- pectations, but lived up to the high standard set for him with an ease which astonished even his most intimate friends. Always genial, cheerful and extremely popu- lar, Dinny has served the class whole-heartedly and well. We are all appreciative of his excellent endeavors and extend to him our sincere good-wishes for the fu- ture. Green Room Club, Science Club fpresident '25J, Class Vice-President '24, '25, C. H. S. D. A., Baseball. ELI HURWITZ EARL EEL Born, July 15, 1908 Ability cannot hide itself. When Earl came to us four years ago, we thought that his undeniable talents would be wasted because of his extreme diiiidence. But fortunately he conquered his shyness, and his praiseworthy achievements as as- sistant business manager of CLASSIC MYTHS are direct results of his victory. It isn't a cinch to tackle a hardened business man for an Nady so, in predicting Earl's success as a financial genius, there is little exaggeration. CLASSIC MYTHS fassistant business managerj, Sci- ejnci Club, Pythagorean Club Qtreasurer '26J, C. H. S. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL GEORGE ILLBEG GIGGER Born, April 18, 1906 He leads a quiet life and srl.vrc. Can you imagine little Gigger a dentist? For he has chosen none other than that fine and manly sport, dentistry, as his profession. What else but successful can he be? His calmly optimistic, yet sane viewpoint of life is as divine a faculty as man could ask. Gig- ger's quick-witted remarks have seasoned Room 5's fourth hours with joy. Miss Dodge, however, fails to appreciate. Best of luck, Gigger. Economics Club, Botany Club. ABBE JAFFE .1AFF IRISH Born, September 27, 1908 SLaLwa'rL as the sturdy calc. Jaff is one of the best all-around athletes at Classi- cal. All-around is right, for he's busy playing one game or another all through the year. In the fall, it's footballg in the winter, basketballg while in the spring, Irish can be seen srniting the weary baseball right on the nose. As dependable and skillful an athlete as any coach could want, Jaff will certainly be missed by Coach Jack Cantwell. Football, Basketball, Baseball. ISRAEL HAROLD JAFFE JAF Born, September 10, 1908 Hc's sunny in the dullcst weather. We'll all 1'emember Jai for his winning, ever- ready smile. It won for him in his stay here, a host of intimate friends and an enviable reputation for care- free cheerfulness. Jai has decided to pursue a course at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. We all expect to hear great things from him and the best wishes of the class are with him in his undertaking. Science Club, Green Room Club, Economics Club. CLASSIC MYTHS IRVING JOSEPH BUTCH '-zz Jo Born, November 23, 1907 Nothing left imtricd, and skilled in all. Talk about versatility! Besides being a fine athlete with a record for excellent scholarship, Butch has established a reputation as a scientfic and mathematical wizard. Then too, his work with the Argus shows his literary ability, and when all these virtues are com- bined with a pleasant personality plus his indefinable way with wimmen, his all-around capability is read- ily admltted. Tech is fortunate in acquiring Butch, Pythagorean Club, Science Club, Argus Board Track, Baseball, Cross-Country Qcaptain '25J. , BERNARD KgAFFE1MAN BEIi'NIE ' BEEN Born, May 4, 1906 A prince among me-n. Witty and pleasant, Bernie is popular with all. However, he didn't confine himself merely to making friends, several school activities owe much to him. Although Bern isn't the kind to boast about it, he holds the rather unusual record of making his letter in track for four years, placing in the shot-put while a freshman. Bernie is an accomplished musician, and as for his wit-why, just ask the ladies! Band, Consolidated Orchestra, Consolidated Chorus, Glee Club fpresident '2'6l, Kithara Club fpresident '24J, Track, Music Memory Team. MINERVA ELEANOR KANIB HMIN., Born, Novem.ber 7, 1908 A gem is small, but precious. Min, at her entrance, made very little splash in the calm waters of Classical. However, her demure ways and quiet ability in the class-room made her not un- popular among' the faculty. In her own circle of friends, she is a favorite indeed, and were it not for ber, the Room 4 Radiator Gang would not be long in existence. Normal School will find a small, but valuable gem in Minerva. Aletheia. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHIOOL CHARLES KASPARIAN SETH Born, July 12, 1907 Ami ever honoured for his worthiness. Seth has been one of those quiet boys who say little, think much, and devote a great deal of their time to attaining proficiency in their studies. As he silently stalks through the corridors, questioning eyes are turned in his direction. Who is he? is the ques- tion that falls from many lipsg for despite his reticence and, perhaps, difiidence, he cannot escape notice. We do wish we knew you better Seth. HARRY KATZ KITTY PUSSY Born, July-2, 1908 Tall: not of kings-I SEOTH the comparison. Strolling about the school corridors, you could not have helped noticing Pussy, not that he seems to bear anything in common with his feline namesake, but because of his popularity and general good humor. Kitty has always been a iberal dispenser of laughs and has kept Room 5 more or less in a state of upheaval and martial rule. We are so much the richer for hav- ing known and worked with Kitty. Economics Club, Science Club, C. H. S. D. A., Argus Board, CLASSIC 'MYTH'S feditorial boardj. JAMES KAZACHIN JIMMIE Born, June 27, 1908 Wit that lo-ved to play, not wound. Jimmie can never be accused of frowning. With a smile as eternal and as broad as the sea, and a laugh as deep and happy, Jimmie has walked into the hearts of all the ladies and all the men. Jimmie's stock of jokes is limitless and Jimmie accents his jokes with a hearty bang on the back. James is a Latin scholar-- oh yeh! Best wishes for your success Jimmie! Play '25, '26, -Operetta, Senior Revue, Cheer Leader '25, '26, Orchestra, C. H. S. D. A., Green Room Club, Kithara Club, Glee Club fsecretary '26J. CLASSIC MYTHS JOHN ANTHONY KENDRTARVICH KONNY Born, June 2, 1907 Anil ever honoured for his 'wo'rthi-ness Dependability is a synonym for Konny. VVhenever something is needed, let 'Konny' do it and it's done well. He is the rarest of all students, the consistently good one. Among fellows, Kenny rates highly be- cause of his unfailing good humor and reliability. Al- though he is bashful with the feminine members of our class, still, they like this modest and unassertive lad, and that surely does speak well -for Konny. HELEN GERTRUDE KILEY SHORT Born, November 4, 1908 Cmuii1l as the morning sky. With her dark eyes sparkling' with life and laughter, Helen has always made a most likeable companion. Her quiet nature has tended to increase rather than to de- crease her popularity. Helen has taken part in the ac- tivities of the Aletheia and has enjoyed the work which it has afforded. Knowing her as we do, we are gen- uinely envious of those who will be associated with her in the furtherance of her education. Aletheia, Glee Club. EDWARD GEORGE KOLOSKI EDDIE 'TUG'- Born, December 3, 1907 Such popularity must be clcsar'ued. Little Eddie found his way from Lamartine Street School to the majestic portals of C. H. S. during the month of September, 1922. For four years Eddie has brightened up many a dull recitation with his timely cracks, known for their humor and point. Although not a member of the various school clubs and athletic teams, Pug is widely known throughout the entire student body. W. P. I. is inded fortunate in being the chosen college in which this small, but powerful dynamo will continue his education. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHPOOL HELEN FRANCES LAIVIZ HELEN Born, March 18, 1908 Plays well Hu: game and lmows the limit, Avid still gets all the fun th,ET8'8 in it. W'hether it is in tennis, hockey, or basketball, Helen's proficiency has always been an acknowledged factor in the various teams' success. Although she may not be able to boast city-wide fame, she surely is able to claim a warm spot in the hearts of us Classicalites, and to cause the knees of her opponents to tremble when she comes out prepared to win or die for her Alma Ma,- ter. Agassiz Club, Aletheia, Hockey, Basketball fcaptain '26J, Tennis fcaptain '25J. PETER ANTHONY LANIQENNER PETE Born, December 4, 1906 I rim sure cards fm enemy to life. Pete was evidently born to make life weary for Mr. Rice. His one idea of economics was that produc- tive energy was used by Mr. Rice in quieting him down. Pete was a great favorite of Miss Dodge-she just loved to see him afternoons. And so, with no worries, and with much merriment Pete whiled away his four years with usg still we have gained by our associ- ations with him. Science Club. HARRY LAPIDES HARRY Born, April 6, 1907 Thought will not work except in silence. Although Harry was too busy with outside interests to participate in extra-curriculum activities, his quiet humor made him a favorite with his acquaintances. Harry never wore out any books through intensive study, but his marks showed that he has a great deal of ability. Blufling was to him a fine art which he practiced with all the devotion-to-ideal of the pure aesthete. Perhaps that's why he got such good results with so little work. CLASSIC MYTHS BEATRICE CLAIRE LAROCHELLE BEE Born, November 1, 1908 She -moves a goddess, a-nd she looks a. queen. Beatrice of the dark bobbed hair, brown eyes, and stately carriage of a Guinevere, has apparently elected to waste this sweetness 'on the desert air' of a class- room for Bee is to take a two-year course at Worces- ter Normal School. Some lucky kids are going to love teechur, we'll say. Though quiet in manner, Bee has the very sweetest sort of smile, and un- changing good ternper. Botany Club, Aletheia. WILLIAM LAWTON -'B1LL KNIBBS Born, August 24, 1907 An athlete born was he. Bill has not only been a loyal Classicalite during his four years here, but he has also been a recognized Classical Light -shining in all he has attempted and leaving few things untouched. Besides starring in ath- letics and standing high in his studies, Bill has been quite active in numerous school organizations. Bill's future at Tech cannot be unsuccessful if one may judge by his high school attainments, Football fmanager '25l, Basketball Qmanager '26j, Traik, Baseball fmanager '26J, Science Club, C. H. S. D. . RUTH HARRIET LEAVITT RUTHIE Born, October 22, 1908 With music sweet, and speeches light, This fair miss our hearts keeps light. Ruthie is one of those rare people who possesses an unquenchable eagerness to help, a bottomless well of sympathy, and an unlimited supply of good cheer. Few indeed are they who, having once come under the spell of her sweetness, wish to have it broken. We all surely do Remember the Night of our Minstrel Showg for who could forget it after once having heard Ruthie'? Pythagorean Club, Glee Club, Green Room Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCH'OOL JACOB LEMOVITZ JAKE Born, October 25, 1908 A smile will go a long, long way. Jake is merely a normal individual who has been brought up in the way he should go, and in consequence has become a fun-loving youth who studies occasional- ly, is known among his fellows as a good sport, and nightly fwe hope! says his prayers. We like Jake's smiley it starts crinkling around his eyes, spreads over his face, and fairly tugs at the corners of his mouth Smile, Jake, smile! Basketball, Baseball. HENRY LEON 'AHENNYU Born, July 22, 1907 Company, villainous company hath been the spoil of me. The beautiful friendship existent between Miss Dodge and Henny has often given us pause amidst the busy routine of school life. We cannot but hope that such a delightful state of mutual confidence and trust shall not perish from the earth. In fact, Henny's rela- tions with all his teachers are on the same plane. In- deed, we wonder if, after his departure, physics will be physics any more. C. H. S. D. A., Science Club, Green Room Club. JIOEL JAY LEVENSON JOE JOEL Born, November 5, 1908 What is modesty that genius should stoop to it? The writer of The Great American Novel -here he is-in person! Joe hasn't got the little details, such as plot, settled yet, but then-Genius can't bother about trifies! Seriously speaking, however, Joel can write, as his achievements prove. But the literary firmament isn't the only one in which this likeable fellow shines. He has a penchant for public speak- ing also, though 'tis whispered that in private he speaks sweet nothings to various fair ones. Argus Board, Class Debates fcaptain '23, '24b, CLASSIC MYTHS feditorial boardh, C. H. S. D. A., Green Room Club, Kithara Club, Student Council, Senior Re-- vue. CLASSIC MYTHS SAMUEL LEVENSON SAM Born, April 3, 1909 This -man, I say, is different. Behind Sam's quiet reserve, under that cloak of retirement, lies a depth, a keenness of mind, a sense of the balanced and the unbalanced, a sense of humor that only those who know Sam intimately can tell you of. Although he has never taken writing very ser- iously, Sam is capable and has produced some work that is remarkable. And have you ever heard him pl? tllge piano? One dreams of noble things. Harvard - uc . Kithara Club, A1'g'us Board, CLASSIC MYTHS fedi- torial boardj . GERTRUDE LEVINE ALICE-BOY GERT Born, May 4, 1908 To see her is to love her, And love but hm' fo'rever. It was in our junior year, when we were betwitched by Alice-Boy in Hawthorne and Hollyberriesf' that we realized what a treasure we had in our class. Gert also helped make 7-20-8 a success. Can We blame a certain youth of Room 5 for joining in our chorus and singing a little louder than the rest to this prettiest, most mischievous and most popular of' damsels,- 'Gert,' we love you ? Green Room Club fpresident '26, secretary '25J, Kithara Club, Botany Club, Pythagorean Club, Student Council, Senior Play '25, '26, HYMEN LEVITSKY my DOC Born, June 5, 1908 Never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you. Hy is an easy-going chap who has neither worries nor cares. He has never disturbed us with outbursts of oratory, being too busy trying to raise C-74's to B-75's and occasionally a B-89 to an A-90. Doc, however, has been very active in C1assical's social cir- cle, especially in the musical organizations. Congratu- lations are due the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy where Hy will matriculate next year. C. H. S. D. A., Botany Club, Orchestra A. CLASSICAL HIGH SCH'OOL MARTIN FRANCIS LOGAN SPECS MARTY Born, June 19, 1907 Personality is soul! To see Specs is to like him. He has been a favorite since freshman days and his popularity has increased with his stature. Specs has been very prominent in school athletics where he has given a good account of himself. The Senior Revue gave Marty an opportun- ity to prove himself a songster as well as an athlete Whatever he may be to others later, he will forever be just Specs to us. Football, Basketball, Botany Club, Science Club, Sen- ior Revue. EVERETT STURTEVANT LOOMIS '-TRoTsK1 Ev Born, December 18, 1908 His limbs are cut in manly mold, For hardy sport and contest bald. Ev Loomis is characterized by his classmates as that prince of all fellows- a good scout. Despite his quiet reserve of manner, Ev is always willing to help any project. His activities in athletic and literary fields testify to an all-around versatility. Ev's hob- bies are drawing athletic pictures and lettering mot- toesg in both of these occupations he excels. Football Team '24, '25, Basketball fmanager '25, '26J, Argus Board. JANE MARIE LOUGHLIN PLAIN JANE Born, February 16, 1908 She was the sweetest flower that ever grew Beside a, human door. Just glance at the portals of Room 9 any morning, before school or at recess, and you may see a group of girls and fellows centered around one fascinating per- son. Yes, it is Plain Jane. fThis name, by the way, as you can readily infer, is in no way characteristic of the miss to whom it is appliedj. She is planning to enter Nlormal School this fall. Botany Club, Aletheia, Glee Club, Agassiz Club. CLASSIC MYTHS ESTHER LUBIN DUTCH Es Born, December 23, 1907 , She was a phantom of delight. The pretty girl with the bewitching smile? Oh! That's our own Dutch. She seems so quiet, but-oh my! Es can flirt with the best of 'em! What an artist! She doubly draws-yes, both the masculine sex and designs. Dutch is also one of the few girls who never had her hair bobbed! Es's artistic ability as- sures her of a career, if the right man doesn't come along too soon. Aletheia, Glee Club. WILLIAM EVERETT MARCHANT Blu, Born, May 30, 1909 The desire for glory is the torch, of the mind. Bill has not engaged much in social activities, in spite of his regular attendance at the basketball games and his membership card in the C.' H. S. D. A. Instead, he has devoted his time to the acquisition of remarkably high marks. That this pursuit of knowledge has not dulled his more frivolous faculties is revealed by his frequent outbursts of alleged humor, taking for 'Lhe most part the form of practical jokes. C. H. S. D. A. HELEN LOUISE MCDONALD HELEN Born, May 10, 1908 Her charm is her 'wealth-never decreasing, ever increasing. Helen's irrepressible good humor, her beaming, jolly smile, and her wondrous faculty of instilling cheerful- ness in friends and acquaintances alike, will remain among the lasting memories which we shall take with us from Classical. Helen has not only maintained an enviable scholastic record, but she has also found time to be an active member of our clubs. May her career as a teacher be as brilliant as her career as a pupil! Green Room Club, Girls' Glee Club, Aletheia. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL RJOBERiT EARL MCDONALD -'Bonn Born, January 25, 1908 With thee conversing, I forgot all time. Bob is the sort of chap one can call Mac and Bob after knowing him for a few moments. No man can claim more friends than Bob, for he has that gem of gems, a personality. As a writer, Bob has a repute equaled only by Macaulay. And Bob is a singer of nightingale sweetness though he has never taken even one lesson. Our most sincere good wishes follow you, Bob, Afrgus feditor-in-chief '26J, CLASSIC MYTHS' Ceditor- ial boardj, Class Prophet, Vice-President Senior Class, Senior Revue, Science Club, Pythagorean Club, Green Room Club. CECILIA ELLEN MCNALLY CILIA Born, March 24, 1908 The sunshine of your smile. You will never appreciate the true meaning of laughing eyes unless you gaze into the face of Cecilia Bubbling over with jollity and good nature, she makes ready friends Wherever she goes. As she is a conscien tious worker in all activities, it would be ditlicult 'to find anyone who dislikes this very likeable young miss. Cilia has made herself so agreeable among her class- mates that we shall not easily forget her sparkling personality. Aletheia, Botany Club, Green Room Club. AGNES MARJGARET MCNAMEE HAGH URINKIEH Born, January 26, 1909 Some think the world is 'made for fun and frolicf' Rinkie is pep personified. At her advent, Classi- cal indeed became a better place in which to live. A bright, merry, social girl, she has brought sunshine within our staid, old walls of learning. Her flashing eyes and ready smile always left a train of vanquished masculine hearts in her wake. One need not doubt that such a merry soul will be successful in the world. Aletheia, Botany Club. CLASSIC MYTHS CATHERINE ISABEL MCNULTY A-MAC '-1ssY -'KITTY' Born, December 10, 1907 Hap1zi-ness is to be sought rather than gold. There are few who do not appreciate the friendly warmth and beaming kindness radiating from Mac's smile. She has been a conscientious worker and, be- cause of her captivating glances and hearty greetings, a cheery class-mate. Mac has done creditable work in the Botany Club and has been a staunch supporter of the Aletheia. Only success can await her industrious and joyful nature. Botany Club, Aletheia. MYRON MEISEIJMAN MICKY Born, February 14, 1908 Music, noblest of the arts. Ever since his arrival at Classical, Micky has been one of the main stand-bys of several musical organiza- tions. The deep, resonant tones of his 'cello have greatly aided in making Orchestra A the fine ensemble it is. Outside of the field of music-no mean one, at that-Meiselman is an all-round good fellow-than which, after all, there can be no higher praise. Glee Club, Orchestra A, Consolidated Orchestra, Kithara Club, Science Club. ANTHOENY PAUL MELESKI TONY PIGEON Born, June 13, 1907 SkillfuL in each manly sport. When athletic prowess is combined with intellectual ability, popularity and success rest assured. Our ver- satile T'ony possesses all these qualifications, to- gether with an attractive personality, which makes him friends everywhere. If his admirable record in ath- letic, scholastic, political, and social ci1'cles at Classical counts for anything in the future, Pigeon is sitting pretty for the next fifty or sixty years. Baseball, Football fcaptain, '25J, Track, Class Treasurer, '25, Agassiz Club fpresident, '26J, Science Club, Green Room Club, C. M. T. C. Club fvice-presi- dent, '26J. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 25 MARION GRACE MELICAN MARION Born, December 25, 1909 Modest and simple and sweet. Dark-haired Marion, with her unobtrusive and sym- pathetic understanding, is a friend worth having. De- spite her quiet reserve, she is a good fellow, a con- scientious worker, and that something we have openly professed to scorn, but secretly longed to be-a math shark. Marion's plans for the future include a four- year course at the Worcester State Normal School. Aletheia, Hockey, Basketball, Pythagorean Club fsecretaryj, Agassiz Club, Argus, Student Council, Class Treasurer, '24, '25. PHILIP BENJAMIN MILLER HPHIU. Born, February 19, 1906 There is no darkness but ignorance. There are some people who stand out from the mob by reason of their intelligence and character. Phil'i is one of these students. It is a tribute to the good sense of his classmates and teachers that he has been given so many honors and awards. His intellect has won him many prizes, and his fine character has secured the respect of all those whom he has met. Science Club, Pythagorean Club, C. H. S. D. A., Green Room Club, Class Treasurer, '26, Argius Board. Debating Team fcaptainl, Student Council fpresident, '26J, Harvard Book Prize. JOSEPH EDWARD MONTVILLE MONTE JOE Born, June 9, 1909 Of fine reserve, and zz man. ,However black and dismal the day, Monte's cheer- ful disposition, his amiable smile, his happy laugh, are always manifest. All those who know Joe intimately can tell you of his general good fellowship and his sincerity. Monte has been a faithful rooter for all Classical sports and is somewhat of a track man him- self. Monte is undecided as to his next school, but our good wishes follow him always. T Science Club, Botany Club, C. H. S. D. A., Track eam. CLASSIC M.YTHS WALTER JOSEPH MOOSA WALT f-WADIEH Born, March 13, 1908 Me-n, of few words are the best men. Walt is a fellow any man can be proud to claim as a friend. Wadie, quiet and unassuming, with a deep sincerity in whatever he undertakes and with whom- evcr he associates, is a dyed-in-the-wool scholar. Walt has been Miss Williams' constant inspiration, pride and shining light for a long time. One-hun- dreds have become trite affairs with Walter. A look to the side will prove Wallis popularity with the fairer sex. Luck, Walt! Botany Club. MARTHA BYRNE MORGAN BERNIE MAR Born, February 10, 1908 Like a. dancing ray of sunshine in a shady glade. If you see an admiring group, catch a glimpse of sparkling eyes under a haze of fair hair, and hear a musical tinkle of soft laughter-then that's Martha. Maru has always been extremely popular, especially at social affairs where her presence is ample proof of masculine susceptibility. As she is not the tallest mem- ber of the class, our only regret is that there is not more of her to love. G-Clef Club, Aletheia, Botany Club, Agassiz Club, Green Room Club. JOSEPH WVILLIAM MULLANEY JOE Born, December 18, 1908 None but himself can be his parallel. Search as you will, there is only one Joe Mullaney, and he, with his characteristic good-humor and de- lightful eccentricities, has always been extremely popu- lar, especially with the weaker sex. A clatter of wooden heels, a dashing smile, and a cheery word herald the approach of Joe, who, with a mere glance, causes a palpitation in feminine hearts. Li'l Joe has been seriously pronounced Jackie Coogan's only rival. CLASSICAL HIGH SCH'OOL '7 ALBERT N. NA,NARTOVICH SHORTY NANNA Born, September 15, 1907 Earnest men 'never think in vain. Shorty is long, both on inches and brains. His recitations aren't remarkable for their brevity either, When he gets up to answer a question, the class rests for ten minutes. But he certainly knows his stuff, even if it does take him quite a time to say it. Be- sides, Shorty is a star member of the Debating As- sembly and, like all the orators f?J there, he talks long and says much. C. H. S. D. A., Science Club, C. M. T. C. Club. MAR1GH,ERITA ESTELLE NARDI MPEG Born, May 10, 1908 Her voice was soft, gentle, and low. 'Our dark-haired Margherita will be remembered for the loyalty of her friendship and her generous co-opera- tion in all things pertaining to school welfare. Quiet, but kindly is Peg, eagerly willing to do the share assigned to her. As a member of the Glee Club, she voiced her love of music. Peg will continue her studies at Worcester Normal in the fall, and our good wishes follow for her success. Aletheia, Botany Club, Glee Club. MORRIS NEWMAN MORRIE Born, January 13, 1909 Mu1zdus vult clccipif' The sentence above has nothing to do with Morrie -or so it appears at first glance. However, one dis- covers that, unconsciously, Merrie has taken for his motto, The world wishes to be deceived. So we find himffrom surface indications a good student, a model pupil, a man of affairs. But then, looking a bit deeper, we see-but enough! Let the world be deceived! CLASSIC MYTHS MURDO CK HENRY NEWMAN MUCK Born, September 25, 1909 Here's health and luck to him so guy, Who never lmew a. pessimistic day. A flash of collegiate trousers, red cheeks and spark- ling eyes greet us as Muck strolls by! For although Muck is really quite a busy fellow, he always seems to have plenty of time. His favorite pastime is re- lating his personal experiences, which we assure you would fill an interesting volume. Muck is a valuable member of almost every musical organization. Dart- mouth will welcome Muck in the fall. Orchestra A, Kithara Club, Travelogue, Glee Club, C. H. S. Band, Consolidated Band, Little Symphony, Operetta, Green Room Club. EVERLETT NICOL N1cK'- Born, December 19, 1907 I myself ymrdzm myself. Nick has been one of the enlivening features of the school. His habitual grin not only stood him in good stead at Lamartine Street School, but was a staff and a comfort in escaping the marks which the amount of work expended gave him the right to expect. He has engaged extensively in athletics, and his stellar work this. year on the basketball squad has won him great praise. Science Club, C. H. S. D. A., Basketball, Track. JOHN MATHEW NOONAN DOC Born, September 3, 1907 In quietness and confidence shall be your strength. Doc is a rather quiet young man who can claim many sincere friends at Classical. Gifted with a spirit of cheerfulness, a love of fun, an ever-constant smile, and a decided aversion for worry of any sort, Doc has made himself well liked during his four years here. Doc is an economist of rare ability, and has more than once baffied Mr. Rice with his remarkable original theories. Luck at Holy Cross, Doc. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 129 JAMES FRANCIS O'BRIEN '-JIMMY' on Born, April 16, 1909 Rifle, si sapisf' 'One of the many bright spots in our career has been the repartee daily bandied between our own Mr. Mc- Kinley and Jimmy. It would need a discriminating observer justly to award the laurels, but, you may be sure, Jimmy's Irish wit has cut no mean figure. Every class in which he has been found has been simi- larly regaled. OB's sense of humor is sure to win him success at Holy Cross. Science Club, Green Room Club, Student Council, Senior Play. MARGARET ANASTASIA O'BRIE'N PEG Born, February 3, 1909 When Irish eyes are smiling. Laughing eyes, a pretty dimple, a charming smile- an irresistible combination-in other words Peg. One can't be too sure there isn't some mischief afoot when she's around. She's a great favorite, though, for such a personality as Peg's must draw friends. Although she didn't participate in many activities, Peg was ever an ardent Classical booster. Whatever her future undertakings, our wishes for success go with her. Aletheia, Agassiz Club. CECELIA MARY O'LO1UGHLIN -'CELEH SIS Born, March 22, 1908 Not stepping o'e1- the boumls of modesty. It's difficult to envision as a schoolma'am our petite Cecelia of the ash-blond hair, blue eyes, and shy man- ner, but at least the role is one in which her beautiful chirography will be displayed. Had we the gift of magic, we'd present Cele a fountain pen that would never go dry, as symbolic of our wishes for her success when she attends Worcester Normal School in the fall. Aletheia, Minstrel Show. CLASSIC MYTHS JULIA VIRGINIA O'REILLY JULE '-JULIE Born, February 4, 1909 The luugher in her aye, That o'er her face in 'ripples ylcamed and glanced. Who can picture in the stern role of school teacher our petite Julie of the vivacious temperament, and sparkling blue eyes? That, however, is to be her life work, for she plans to enter the Worcester State Normal School. Her ability as a conversationalist makes her a welcome addition to any group. Her extra curriculum activities include elocution and piano-play- ing, not to mention the terpsichorean art, at which she is an adept. Aletheia, Pythagorean Club, Green Room Club. EDWIN ERNEST PALM NED!! Born, November 16, 1906 Discrctio'n of speech is more than eloquence. One of our quieter, more reserved fellows, was Ed. His intimate friends tell us that he is a real scout when you know him, and surely this praise is not un- deserved. When Ed recited, his recitation was worth listening to. For this reason, he was, as you may suppose, a favorite with the faculty. His plans take him to the Fitchburg Normal School. May suc- cess attend him! Science Club. VALENTINE PALTANAVICIA moo Born, November 5, 1908 Dua: fcmiwm, factif' Even back in her grammar school days, it was rather diiiicult to Hnd a nickname which could be derived from Valentine Paltanaviciaf' So, with startling erudition, the epithet Dido was applied and has stuck even unto this day. She has distinguished herself mainly along musical lines, and if her piano playing does not win her renown at the New England Conservatory of Music, we shall be greatly surprised. Kithara Club, Green Room Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCH'OOL 131 WILLIAM JOHN PIGON '-BILL PIGEON Born, June 21, 1906 On their own merits modest men are dumb. Either Bill's taciturnitv makes him diffident or his difiidence makes him taciturn. It really makes little difference which comes first, since we all know how silent and modest Bill has been, despite his evident capability in all he has attempted. Since Pigeon has always been interested in the sciences and in math, it is only fitting that his objective be Tech. Continue your good work, Bill, and you can not fail. Botany Club, Boys' Glee Club, Science Club. JOSEPH J-OHN PINKUS JOE Born, March 30, 1909 Silence is the pcrfcctcsb herald of jay. We have not heard much of Joe, he has been al- most a dark horse, so to speak. Rarely, indeed, do we find people who are willing to be good listeners, so that when such a person is discovered, he is valued all the more. Joe has shown a decided bent towards his books, and has kept at them when others would have given up. We are sure that this trait will reap its rewards. GOLDIE POBOLINSKI GOLDIE Born, October 29, 1909 Her voice was ever soft, Gentbe and low, an excellent thing in a woman. Golden hair forming a bright cloud around an envi- ably tinted face, small teeth constantly revealed in a charming smile-but we need go no further, for al- ready she has been recognized. Goldie! Her name, plus her hair, plus her sunshiny disposition, not only never fail to brighten the spirits of those with whom she comes in contact, but also make her the cynosure of neighboring eyes. CFor who can resist admiring Goldie?J Kithara Club, Aletheia, Green Room Club, CLASSIC MYTHS fbusiness boardj. CLASSIC MYTHS WARREN RICHARD PURCELL Bm RED Born, July 30, 1909 0 Puncturnlityl thou art the thief of my time. Here we have Bim, the Light-Hearted. Without him, Classical life would have been a dark and dreary thing. Gloomy indeed was the day when he failed to enliven the inhabitants of Room 4 by one of his amusing escapades. Bim has some tardiness record. The of- iice claims that Bim arrived on time twice last term, but then--even the oiiice makes mistakes. However, even a few hours of Bim's cheery company were en- joyable. Science Club, Student Council. KATHERINE AGNES REARD-ON KATHERINE Born, March 17, 1908 Young in limbs, in judgment old. The sweetness and gentleness that are so characteris- tic of Katherine have endeared her to us all. It is she who is ever ready to lend a willing, helpful hand, and often, when others have failed, she is sure to succeed We feel certain that wherever she may go, whatever she may do, those innate qualities will stand her in excel- lent stead. Aletheia, Botany Club, Green Room Club, Economics Club. MALCOLM EDWARD RENO HMALN Born, August 28, 1908 A gentleman and a man. 'lMal is exactly what the quotation above would have him-a gentleman of fineness, a scholar of rareness, a man of worth. Although a bit retiring by nature, Mal may claim a host of friends among his class- mates. His scholastic record is unquestionable. Mal may be found at Tech these coming years, where, if personality means success, Mal's career shall be bril- liant. Science Club, Pythagorean Club, Kithara Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL BLANID MARIE RIEDY BUDD1E Born, June 12, 1908 Eyes too cccpressivo to be blue, Too lovely to be gray. Buddie is one of the most attractive girls of our class. Her expressive blue eyes are demure or co- quettish at their owner's sweet will. Although Bud has numerous other interests CID, she has not slighted her Alma Mater. She has been diligent in her work and has made great friends among the faculty. Bud- die intends to go into training at the Chi1dren's Hospi- tal in Boston next fall. Agassiz Club. JOHN FRANCIS RILNG 'f.1oHN Born, September 30, 1908 Thy modestgfs a candle to thy merit. Although John has always been a quiet, modest lad during his four years at Classical, his friends claim that his is a dual personality! No, not a Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde-but rather a Mr. Reserve and Mr. Jol- lity. For when John gets out at 1 o'clock, he's the mer- riest of merrymakers. Besides, John is always there when it comes to his studies. He doesn't speak often, but when he does, he's worth listening to. EDWIN ROBINOVITS -'ED-f EDDIE ROB Born, February 22, 1909 Shall I call thee Bird? Ed may or may not have been born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but his voice certainly is golden. Eddie's tenor is one of the reasons for the success of many a concert. Ed ought to be a policeman, for he can enforce law and order to the nth degree fas the Kithara Club members will testifyj. If you doubt his popularity and fame, look at his birthday! Kithara Club fpresident '26J, Glee Club fpresident '26J, Green Room Club, C. H. S. D. A. CLASSIC MYTHS JACOB ANTHONY RUDIS JAKE Born, November 20, 1907 A man among men. Throughout his course, Jake has been a zealous student and hearty companion. His kindly nature and cheery mien have won for him a host of friends, among whom his popularity is not likely to wane. Jake has been interested in athletics and has given track much of his time. Classical may always depend upon Jake as a loyal supporter and friend, while Jake need never lack friends among his classmates. Botany Club, Science Club, Track. GENEVIEVE MEAE RUTIGAUSKUS GEN Born, March 12, 1908 But to sae her was to Love her. Blond and pretty, Gen, early in her stay here, be- came popular. Seemingly shy, she surprised all with her wit and high spirits. Besides all this, Gen's motto seems always to have been, Be prepared, at least we can find no other excuse for her popularity with the faculty. Gen will attend the Normal School, and we extend our sincere wishes for her success. Aletheia, G- Clef Club, Green Room Club, Botany Club fvice-president '26D. MITCHELL SACKS MITCHIE '-BAGS Born, October 16, 1908 Harrie the music-Let's dance and be merry. Mitchie ce1'tainly co-uld dance. But that wasn't his only accomplishment, in addition to his Terpsichor- ean talent, he had business ability which was instru- mental in putting' our Minstrel Show over financially. Classical got monotonous for Bags in his sophomore year, so he stepped over to Commerce for a while in his junior year, only to return as a senior. The Class of 1926 is glad that its prodigal son returned and wishes him the best of luck. Pythagorean Club, Science Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHFOOL RUTH LOUISE SAUTER RUTH1E Born, August 20, 1908 Music speaks where 'words fail. Ruthie is the power behind all our musical organ- izations. It is this fair damsel who worked untiring- ly to bring about the success of our concerts. Ruthie has also won for herself the honor of Class Pianist. Although Ruthie does not always have time to get a bite of lunch before and between rehearsals, she al- ways finds time to smile and say a cheerful word as she hustle-s by. Kithara Club, Green Room Club, Aletheia, Boys' and Girls' Glee Clubs, Orchestras A and B, Operetta, Tra- velogue, Class Pianist, Music Memory Team. MARION FRANCES SCANLON MARNIE Born, December 28, 1907 Blast with that charm, the certainty to please. An enchanting smile, a cheery voice, and a willing- ness to help wherever possible have endeared Marion to all who knew her. We shall miss her friendly pres- ence when next year she pursues her studies at the Framingham Normal School. Certainly we have all felt the glow of her personality, and been encouraged by her kindly spirit. Blessed individuals of Marnie's type remain among the cherished memories of our school-days. Botany Club, Aletheia, Kithara Club. ROSLYN VIRGINIA SEDER RO f1AnVA1zD . Born, June 7, 1908 The eternal feminine. Discovered! A woman with wit. And woe unto the admiring young swain who falls afoul of her rapier- like thrusts, for his knees shall tremble as the autum- nal leaves and his countenance shall be white as the new-fallen snow. But Ro must have subjects on whom to exercise her ingenuity and so, with overpow- ering tand dangerousj charm, she subdues the all-too- willing members of the softer sex. O fair siren! pity us, your faithful slaves. Kithara Club, Pythagorean Club, Green Room Club, Aletheia. Botany Club. CLASSIC MYTHS OSCAR SHACK OSCAR Born, November 25, 1908 There was rl. certain reserve that made him friends. There are only a few fellows in the class who have no nickname, and Oscar is one of them. But that doesn't necessarily mean that he lacks intimate friends--in fact the converse holds true, and the supply exceeds the demand. Well, Oscar, when the most sincere wish- es of the Class of 192.6 are combined with your re- sourceful ability, you cannot but succeed in any en- deavor you may attempt. Pythagorean Club, Science Club. MARGARET MARY SHANNON PEGGY PEG Born, April 4, 1909 I?Ii1:he as the breath of spring. Sparkling eyes and charming smile-that's Peggy, But beauty isn't her only attraction, as a host of love- stricken Classicalites can testify. Peg's gay, infec- tious laughter and quick wit endear her to all of us, and we must admit that fin her case, anywayj our taste is good. It seems that Peggy never kissed the Blarney Stone, for she doesn't talk much, but-those impish eyes speak volumes. Glee Club, Botany Club, Green Room Club, Aletheia. FLORENCE CONSTA1NCE SHAPIRO -'mor Born, October 28, 1907 Her 'very frowns are fairer far Tlmxn, the smiles of other maidens are. Her dreamy, gray eyes, so demurely hidden by her extraordinarily long, black lashes, often deceive 'the unobservant into believing that Flo, too, is a dreamy person and-maylje-poetically inclined. But Lhese people do not know Florence if they think that, for, no gathering of girls, no party is complete without the contribution of her dry laughter-producing wit, and her willingness to contribute to the fun. ' Kithara Club, Glee Club, Aletheia. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL ARCHIE SHULMAN ART Born, October 25, 1908 A ,finished gentleman from top to toe. A glimpse at his lithe figure with his crop of curly. blond hair is sufhcient reason why girls leave home. Art's popularity is attested by the host of sincere friends be has acquired in his sojourn at Classical. Archie is not averse to studying and his special ability in mathematics may procure for him a noteworthy reputation in the future. W. P. I. receives a promis- ing addition to its student body when Art enters in the fall. Science Club, Economics Club, C. H. S. D. A. HARRY DERBY SHUMWAY DERBY Born, January 11, 1908 For he's a. jolly gaml fellow. Derby was one of the happy-go-lucky members of the class, and his arrival in a crowd always meant a corking time. Harry has never been charged with burning' the midnight oil, but always came through creditably when the final marks came out. Derby is doubtful as to the future, but the Class of 1926 is cer- tain that wherever he goes, they have in him a worth- while representative. C. H. S. D. A., Science Club, Biology Club, Glee Club. Baseball. IRENE DOROITHY SKEIST RENlE Born, October 31, 1909 She was a phantom of Llrzlight, When first she gleamecl upon my sight. Perhaps one of the most charming lasses of the class was Renie. Musically inclined, she was an integral part of practically all the school's musical organiza- tions. Not the least of her good qualities was a decided propensity for acquiring A's. To get four or five of these elusive letters was a common occurrence with her. Furthermore, she always got to school on time-just in time to be late. Success awaits her at Boston Univer- S1 y. Aletheia, Kithara Club, Pythagorean Club, Green Room Club, G Clef Club, Music Memory Team, Argus, Comic Opera. CLASSIC MYTHS HELEN SNIEDEIRMAN HELEN Born, December 14, 1908 Sweetest the strain when in the song The singer has been lust. When Helen's fingers dart over the keys and Helen's sweet face looks up at you, no nmtter what you may formerly have been, you suddenly find yourself a lover of music. A' pair of captivating dimples, combined with inviting eyes and a ready smile, has made Helen's company sought by both sexes. Since Helen is an hon- or student, too, we need have no doubt as to her suc- cessful future. Botany Club, Glee Club, Kithara Club, Operetta, Pythagorean Club, Green Room Club. SIDNEY SPIEGEL RED SANDY --sm RUSTY Born, November 25, 1908 A Si-ng 'no sad sings for me. O, he's a jolly, good fellow. Sid is planning an extensive and brilliant stage career-his voice can now be heard at the Worcester Theatre--and a high voice it is. Sandy is a scholar of the rarest form and an eager and steadfast disciple of Mr. Rice. Sid, evi- dently, is a true economist for he has worn, all these years, one eternal, blue tie. It may be seen upon his chest now. Green Room Club, Science Club, Pythagorean Club, Senior Play, C. H. S. D. A., Economics Club, Class Debates '22. SAMUEL M. STAYMQAN SAM MUKIE Born, May 28, 1909 As well bc out of the world as out of fashion. Ah! Rest your eyes on Classical's Beau Brummell Sam's weakness is fashion's decree, and there's a rea- son! The Lord gave him good looks and a fine figure, so Sam believes in showing them up to advantage. But Sam is no idler, he always has a destination and those glasses he insists on wearing mean business. Sam has overlooked the co-ed schools in choosing Dartmouth for his next four years. Green Room Club, Pythagorean Club, C. H. S. D. A., Student Council, Glee Club. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL ARTHUR MATTHEW STEAD ART ARTHUR Born, June 29, 1907 Silent but p1'o'ucn. Art has been rather quiet and retiring during his course at Classical. He has been a faithful worker and a cheery associate, but has eluded the lime-light of prominence. Art found real pleasure in the work of the Science Club and figured in the activities of the Glee Club. Though Art has left no startling records at Classical, the mentioning of his name will bring recollections of the shy personality which we enjoyed. Science Club, Glee Club. ARTHUR STERLING ART Born, February 6, 1907 Little said is soonest m1:1ulcd. With the above cautious precept always in mind, Art has steadfastly refused to give incriminating evidence either against himself or anybody else. He has trod the path of Righteousness, as regards disci- pline, and his school work has been good. Can any- thing else be said except that he has been a quiet, but very necessary member of the student body-one of those who make up the backbone of the school? DAVID STERLING UDAVEH Born, September 14, 1908 A drop of fortune is betta-r than an ocean of wisdom. When Dave first came to us from grammar school, he was an exuberant, loquacious fellow who could not be restrained by any appearance of authority. But alas! Time fand Classicalj has repressed his joyous spirit and dimmed his twinkling eye, and now who can find our Dave of old in the taciturn, trouble-burdened mortal of the present? But rest assured, study was not the cause of this t1'ansformation! CLASSIC MYTHS HEQLEN ANN SULLIVAN USULL Y Born, July 3, 1907 A charming maid with charming ways. Sully can be found between 8.00 and 8.15 A. M. every morning before Room 5, if one cares to brave the danger of Hghting his way through a crowd of her male admirers. And that is not entirely figuratively speak- ing, for the name of Sul1y's friends fmale and fe- malel is legion. Who doesn't admire her, charming, vivacious, merry as shes is? Sully is an athlete par excellence-a hockey player of championship calibre. Here's 'to your future luck, Sully! Aletheia, Botany Club, Hockey Team. MARY ELIZABETH SULLIVAN BETTY Born, October 15, 1908 Fair lady, you d-rap maxima in the 'way of starved people. This demure young miss has not been with us the full four years, for she joined the class of '26 in her junior year. Needless to say, we were the ones to be benefited by the change. She is one of the few artis- tically inclined people in our class, and her proficiency in this respect has marked her as one of the most able pupils in the class. I Botany Club, Glee Club, Aletheia, Agasslz Club. MANUEL SUSSM.AN MANNIE Born, September 15, 1906 A quiet gentleman. Always cheerful, Mannie iska filne fesgow tguknzowf His good nature sometimes ma es un e su Jec 0 a little practical joking, but this latter is invariably in a spirit of fun. Mannie never lets any one dis- courage him, and this optimism, courageous and un- failing, is one of the qualities which cement the llking of his friends. Mannie has proved to us that quiet- ness is far different from moodiness. '- Botany Club. O CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL JOHN JEROME TIMLOJN CAESAR JACK Born, October 7, 1908 I am not only witty in myself, 1 But am the cause of wit in other men. Caesar is the Harold Lloyd of Room 6. You'1l never see Jack when he isn't surrounded by a group of awe-stricken CD admirers. His unfailing supply of wit and humor has kept all who kno-w him happy When asked the secret of his success in life, Caesar assigned all the credit to his study of Greek f?J. Jack is a real happy-go-lucky, reg'1ar feller, whom we all ove. C. H. S. D. A., Green Room Club. ALICE CECILIA TO BIN NAU. Born, August 15, 1907 Light in your eyes and Laughter on your lips. Although Alice is not an outstanding figure in the Senior Class, she is by no means obscure, for demure- ness and retirement have not, as yet, ceased to win friends. Always glowing with happiness and yet sur- rounded by an air of industry, Al has worked in our midst Without gaining immense popularity except with those who really know her. Her dark eyes are mys- terious pools which reflect a depth yet ungauged. Botany Club, Aletheia. PAUL TOPELIAN TOP PETE ToPP1E Born, October 28, 1908 He loved ahyvalryc, Truuthe and honour, freedom and curteisyef' What Classicalite does not know, or at least has not heard of Toppie ? For, in addition to his enviable scholastic work, he has the honor of holding three records for high jump, and is one of the mainstays of our basketball, football, and track teams. We feel no qualms in prophesying Paul's extraordinary popu- larity and success, wherever he may go. Cross-country, Track fcaptain, '26J, Basketball fcaptain, '26J, Football, C. H. S. D. A., Economics Club, Science Club, Pythagorean Club, Student Coun- ci . CLASSIC MYTHS FRANK TRANTIS -'FRANK' Born, August 10, 1907 If you wish anotlter to keep a secret, first keep it yourself. Trantis has been an unassuming and quiet member of our class, keeping for the most part far from the madding crowd. He has devoted some, though not all, of his time to his studies, but on the social side, has remained aloof, finding little to interest him in extra- curriculum activities. In short, he is one who has walked alone his unassuming path. FRIANK BERNARD TYMWOSZKO FRANK Born, September 17, 1907 How various his 87YL17l01l7ll8'lltS. Frank shakes a wicked bow, and his proficiency in iiddling gained him, whe-n a freshman, a place in the orchestra. He has retained this position, so that now he can boast of a four-year membership. Besides be- ing musically inclined, Frank has a leaning' towards athletics, and found the realization of his ambitions in track. Add to this a fine scholastic record, and you have the incarnation of the Classical spirit. Agassiz Club, Green Room Club, Track, Orchestra. PLACIDA ANNA MLARIA VILEIKIS PLACIDA Born, November 23, 1908 Hou, vatum igrmrae memes. One of the few distinctly original characters in the Class of '26 is Placida Vileikis. Gifted with a pene- trating intellect and a Bashing wit, she has refused to join in the puerilities of the school organizations, deem- ing herself, rightly, above them. She terms herself a nonentity. We only wish that all nonentities were as interesting. Extravagant praise, perhapse-but in- telligence and personality are so rarely found in the same person! CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL ANNA E1L1EA,N'ORA WALEN HANNA., Born, October 31, 1908 Blue were har eyes as the fairy-Hans. A quiet, unassuming girl is Anna, who illustrates the truth of that old adage about one's light being hidden under a bushel measure. She has completed her high school course in three years' time, and is therefore one year to the good of most of us. Clever Anna, whose gentle ways and soft voice gave us no hint of the powers within, plans 'to be a librarian. Agassiz Club. ED-MOND J. WALSH '-man ED Born, August 1, 1907 KAHGPIIU mul carefree all the while, His secret lies within his smile. We weren't certain who the nigger singing Ah- hah in the senior revue was until Red smiled and gave himself away. It was then, too, that we discovered what a fine voice Ed had been keeping from us. Popular? Extremely so, for Red is the best of jolly, good fellows, as most us can testify. Red's shining crop of auburn hair was ever a welcome light in our corridors. Green Room Club, Science Club, Glee Club, Trafiic Squad. SAMUEL MILTION WHITMAN HSAMU .iWITTY,, Born, December 1, 1908 Success is not always attended by noise. By no means do I say that Sam's voice does not make itself heard at Classical, for Witty lives up to his name and is responsible for many a hearty laugh. Sam is one of those merry good-lookers who seem to be taking life easy, but who in reality a1'e extremely active along certain lines. The fellows will all tell you that Sam is a fine friend and a finer pal. Botany Club Qvice-president, '26J. CLASSIC MYTHS JOSEPH PETER WONDO'LOWSKI WONDER VAN DYKE Born, September 15, 1907 Let us be of good chaff. Hail to the athletic phenom! Wonder may look mild, but anyone who has seen him make a flying tackle knows differently. However, Van Dyke doesn't devote all his attention to sports. Every morning, dur- ing first hour, he studiously peruses the bits of wisdom contained in Woz'cester's only morning paper, which, of course, shows an ardent desire for knowledge on his part. Between athletics and the Telegram Won- der gets a lot of fun out of life. Football, baseball, Glee Club, Basketball. MARGARET LOUISE WOOD PEG -'1v1A1zGY Born, September 25, 1908 Is she 'nat passing fair? Anyone seeing this red-haired miss about our cor- ridors would surely be much prejudiced in our favor. Besides being a good all-round student, she excels especially in art, and can work wonders with her brush and pencil. She was always ready, when occasion de- manded, with posters of any sort. An art school claims Peg this fall, and her success in her career is assured. Aletheia. Jaffa Last Will and Testament of the Class of 1926 We, the Class of 1926 of the Classical High School, being of sound mind and memory, do make this, our last will and testament, hereby revoking any and all former wills by us heretofore made. VVe solemnly direct that the following expression of our most gracious generosity be carried out to the letter: 1. To the entire freshman class we leave Jimmy Slattery's left rubber, with this paternal advice: when it rains, the class, in a body, shall step into that cute little article of wearing apparel and row home. 2. To the smallest tot among the collection of midgets known as the freshman class, we bequeath Helen Sullivan's fighting spirit. Armed with this, the youth should be able to vanquish at least six policemen single-handed. 3. To the freshmen who are determined to make a good start upon their high school careers we grant, rent free, that pleasant and enlightening room of learning presided over by the erudite George VV. Howland. We caution them, however, to re- member the selectness of the place and to exclude the riFf1'af'f. 4. For the sophomore most worthy of carrying on the noble work of Bim Pur- cell, we have accumulated thirty-two cents in nickels and pennies, which we admonish him to drop only during fourth hour. 5. To the silliest sophomore we give, with no reservations whatsoever, Dido Paltanavicia's rippling, tuneful laugh. 6. Upon the ushrinkingest violet in the junior class we bestow Hirsh Freed's sweet, oh, so sweet! modesty. 146 CLASSIC MYTHS 7. To the junior at Whose feet the greatest number of simple Susies prostrate themselves, we give Bob M.cDonald's dimples. 8. Upon the junior who Hnds himself rapidly approaching the- 200-pound mark, we confer Professor Jimmy Kazachinis famous book, Dying by Dieting. 9. To the next inhabitants of Room 4 we leave our 9'9 44-100W pure cleanliness record. 10. For our worthy principal we have set aside one stout pair of hobnailed shoes. with which he can enforce any and all decrees involving sudden departures of pupils from Classical and its environs. 11. We leave with the faculty a remembrance of a class which fwhatever else might be said about itj was unique. 12. To the City of Worcester We offer this suggestion: since we have new electric lights, it might be a good idea to install a building around those lights. We do appoint Pluto, in private life known as Mr. Evers, as the executor of this. our last will and testament. In testimony whereof we have hereunto set our hands this eighteenth day of June, 1926. CLASS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-SIX. Written by the above-mentioned as their last will and testament in the presence of the below signed witness, LESTER CRAMER. what Others Think of Us The silliest class that ever happened. -Jolm D. McKinLefy. The Class of 1926 at the Classical High School is remarkable in its aversion to loquacity, its habitual restraint, and its excellent deportmentf'-Michael J. O'Hara.. Ah! Vraiment! Such handsome 'garcons'l -Renee Adorde. VVe have greatly enlarged the accommodations at Sing Sing. -Patrick McGee, QVVardenJ. --1.-Calvin Coolidge. There are some matters that cannot be expressed in xvordS. -Mcwtivz M. Post. Ugh! -Johm, D. McKi1'zLe'y, Jr, CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 147 Si tacuisses, philosophus mansisses.y'-Elizcabeth, E. Peirce. You cannot realize the depth of my emotion when I reflect that I shall lose you. -Maud A. Dodge. Sotch a geng wot it iss! Dun't esk! -Milt Gfrolss. Great movements in history come not singlyg the past four years have seen radio annihilate the distance around the globeg bobbed hair and knickers free womankind in her extremitiesg the soft collar loosen the shackles from the neck of mang and the Class of 1926 with an all-star cast successfully complete in four acts the age-long drama of 'Evolutionf -A. M. Henderson. It seems there were two Irishmen- Allan G. Rice. 'Virtus sola nobilitat.' Which is similar to your paternal ancestor. This is what is termed a 'sagacious crevicef -Perry S. Howe. N. B.- I deny the paternity of that atrocity above. -Perry S. Howe. U No, it's too b1'utal. -Anna C. Slnauglwzessy. Our Own II1COII1PI'6l'lC11SIIV6 EX.3.l'IlI.I13tIO1'l fTo be taken only by those not wearing red tiesb ENGLISH A. The man has big feet. Who is the man in this case-Loomis or Abelsky? B. Macaulay has termed Burke's Conciliation speech full of passion, imagina- tion, and force. Does the Woman always pay? QDO not devote too much time to this questiong confine yourself to 5,000 words or morej. C. Give three reasons why homework is profitable. fThis is intended as a test for the imaginationl. D. W1'ite a short essay on 5 of these 3 subjects: 1. Mr. McKinley,s Alleged Humor. 2. Marchant's Reasons for Not Studying. 3. Hall's Latest Tie. 4. Lisp a la Adelaide Coleman. 148 CLASSIC MYTHS MATHEMATICS QTo him that hath taken it, it shall be givenj A. Five minutes daily after 8.15 equals how many P. M. hours? B. Which Sterling is the one in the middle? C. Kazachin was walking' with a dog' along Main Street. Prove, geometrically, that Kazachin was not the dog. 1. If he was traveling at 10 miles an hour, who was chasing' him? fThe correct answer is not Katz.J LATIN A. Decline tif you are askedb : bonus, puella, an invitation to the senior prom. B. Was Lawton correct when he declared that his aversion to the Odyssey was based on the fact that there was too much bathing in it? C. When was Cicero born? How long did he live? When did he deliver the oration pro pisce ? fGive reasons for all your answersj. D. Explain in detail the resemblances between Cramer and Caesar, between Murdock Newman and John Barrymore, between Aeneas and Miller, between Dido and Edna Greeko, between a ham sandwich is ham. H ISTORY A. Give the biography of some war President of the period 1815-45. B. Place, on map 6407 am, a coin on the table without letting it touch the table. 1. Locate Leon's whereabouts in Latin VIII. 2. Draw the section on which Higgins sits. C. Give the causes for the entrance of the United States into the World War. fOnly the following authorities are to be consulted: Hirsh Freed, Irene Burwick, and Irene Skeist. Any information obtained from S. Levenson will be prosecuted to the full extent of the lawj. D. Who fought for Helen of Troy? Didn't they know Gertrude Levine of VVor- cester? E. When was the campaign of 1781-1782 fought? fDo not spend too much time on this question. Proceed to the next, if you are not sure of the correct answer, or even if you arel. CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL fBeing an N came Samuel Levenson Goldie Pobolinski William Lawton Helen Collins Albert Hall Sydney Glick Samuel Stayman Lester Cramer Milton Goldberg Arnold Brown Everett Loomis Matilda Carroll Ruth Sauter Thomas Higgins Irene Skeist Michael Abelsky Gertrude Levine William Dewey Irene Burwick James O'Brien Vera Glixman Warren Purcell Anna Anguria Hirsh Freed John Harrahy Everett Nicol Lillian Cohen John Timon Anthony Meleski Phillip Miller Paul Topelian Edwin Rabinovits M-ary Hardy Edmond Walsh James Kazachin Daniel Horgan Joel Levenson Robert McDonald Maximilian Coonen Harry N. Katz 1 11 H W hat s W ho irresponsible collection of irresponsiblesj Strong Poi-nt Wealc Point H.-L. Mencken Weighty Exams Blondes Brunettes Understanding ? Popularity Ties Ad ding' Ads Organization See Strong Point Talking Not talking Purloined Jokes That certain party Smile Girls Head Feet Warbling That Compact The Muse Ivories Pitching Horseshoes History His Story Marks Marks Personality Moon and J. L. C1a1'iH9'C Reticence CGI1S0'1'Gd Chemistry Red Ask Mr. McKinley I shall prove I have proved Hall Seat of trousers 1HULlme1'21b1G None now extant Allan G. Rice Hirsh J. Freed 8 A. M. 1 P. M. Athletics Gymnastics fmentalj D-Claiming A's-gaining His Arms Latin VIII Letters Economics. Argumentation Student Council Hi-jump Mr. Cantwell Duma Kithara Action 4 feet, 11 Private Personal Embonpoint That girlish figure Weak Strong Sax Appeal Moon and G. L. Argus None Misogyny C. M. T. C. Club Miss Dodge Mr. Rice CLASSIC MYTHS The Classical World The Alchemist . The Big Year . The Broad Highway . Canterbury Tales . Captivi .... C-rit-ique of Pure Reason Dame Care . . . De Re Rustiea . De Rerum Natura Earthly Paradise . . English Men of Letters Faerie Queene . . A Fool's Erraizd . The Frogs . . Gulliveiis Travels . History of Oar Own Times Hoosier Schoolmaster . In the Palace of the King Jean-Christophe . . Last Days of Pompeii . Leaves of Gowass . Les Miserables . Little lflfomen . Memoirs . . Morte D'Arthur . No Way Oat . Noctes Ambrosianae . North of Boston . Novum Orgiammz . Now It Can Be Told . The Octopus . . . Al Ginkus Seniors at Classical First floor corridor Mr. VVilson's anecdotes Us Miss Shaughnessy's talks The office force Miss Fiske Mr. Hearn's 6th hour class Vacations Levenson and Levenson Gertie Levine Freshman Elevator Mr. Dann's proteges See A Fool's Errandn CLASSIC MYTHS Mr. Arey In Mr. Porter's ofiice Joel Kas he'd like to bel June 15-25 The front lawn '26 Lil Cohen and Anna Anguria Mr. Bodurtha in the army Stead gets stuck A P. M. from Miss Dodge Prom nights C. H. S., Worcester, Mass. The violin as Vera plays it Who broke the fire alarm P. M. Room Paradise Lost and Regaiized September and June CLASSICAL HIGH SCHOOL 151 l Peter S chlemeihl The Philippics Representative M 607, Rommwe of Rollo The Rivals . School for Scmtdctl The Silent Places Sketch Book . The Terror . The Three Mzcsketee-1's To Have and to Hold Tom Brown at Oocfo-rd . . The Turmoil . Twice Told Tales . Utopia . . Vanity F-air . Wo'm.a1z-Hatev' Wonder Book Kitty Katz HJ Miss Dodge's harangues Hall-Freed-Miller A1 and Betty Abelsky and Leon Girls' locker room Miss Br0Wn's classes Argus Mr. O'Reg'an at 8.16 A. M The Debating team Your A Dan Horgan at Classical Last day at school Mr. McKinley's jokes Mr. Rice's classes Compacts We couldn't find any CLASSIC MYTHS Berman- Are all good looking men conceited? A. Shulman-'Tm not. Hurwitz was a frightful bore, but now he is no more, He thought the drink was H20 but 'twas HQSO4! Some girls use Stayman for rouge. He makes their faces red. Eb Cohen- I've got four cents, all in small changeg d'yer know four stores where I can spend it? Jimmie K.- I weigh three more pounds than you. Hirsh J. F.- You're cheating! You have your hands in your pockets ' Captain fat Camp Devensj- Your rank, sir? Meleski- Don't rub it in, Cap. The sergeant just told me so, too Adelaide C.- Hello, Central. Can you suggest the wrong number to ask for in older to get Cedar 5864-M ? 152 CLASSIC MYTHS Meiselman, at Union Depot- Where does this train go to? Information- This train goes to New York in ten minutes. Meiselman- Wow! That's going some-I McDonald- At last I have thought of a job I would like to have. Grace- And what is it? McDonald- Linesman for a wireless telegraph company. Mr. McKinley Qin quick lunchroomj- Fried eggs. Laconic Server- Over? John D. fsurprised at the waiter's familiarity with Latinj-- Certainly. Exactly what I ordered-'ova gal1inae'. Higgins fsentirnentallyj- 'Absence makes the heart grow for1der'. Helen S.- Oh, I don't know. Did you ever try presents? Joe fthree o'clock in the morningl- I wish I had money-I'd travel. Blanid- How much do you need? Mr. Porter Cin barber's chairj- Whew! That towel is hot! Barber- Sorry, sir, I held it as long as I could. So your son, Sidney, is in high school? Burning the midnight oil, I suppose?,' Well-er-yesg but I've an idea it's gasoline. Editor- Have you submitted these poems elsewhere first? Max Coonen- No, sir. Editor- Then where did you get that black eye? It is rumored that Esther Lubin recently went to an art exhibit. Not that she was especially interested, but it was the proper thing to do. A few days later Miss Smith met her, and the following conversation ensued: Why, hello, I hear you are deeply interested in art. Me? Art who? The onl oem on Graduation ever written in verse le lus libre. Y P D G raduation- R adugation ? A dugration! 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Your business education requires that you buy where you get the most for your money- THE FACTORY SALESROOMS OF WALBERG 8x AUGE se MECHANIC STREET, MEETS EVERY REQUIREMENT lark University WORCESTER, MASS. A strong faculty. Small classes, personal touch with instructors. A graduate school atmosphere. A freshman dormitory. Twenty 5100.00 schol- arships for entering freshmen who have averaged in the upper quarter of their class for their preparatory school course. F. B. Nlaclaus, Inc. Telephone Parlc 4104 Skarin - Florist - - - - - Opposite Bancroft Hotel 12A PORTLAND STREET 4 Foster St. Tel. Park 5075 Worcester Massachusetts Compliments of Henry Sher Attorney-at-Law Harold Fielding INSURANCE 405 Main St., Worcester, Mass. Telephone Park 5048 Everything Insured Against Anything PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS Compliments of P. W. WOOD LUMBER CORP. 1 1 Garden Street, Worcester, Mass. LUIIIBER LIME CEJIENT Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. B. 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I. Asher 8: Sons Leo F. Gilligan Best Wishes to Class of 1926 9 Plumbing cmd Heating S T A Y M A N S Uomractor IfV0mon s Shop 18 Cargill Ave. Phone 15-17 Kelley sq. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS Best Wishes to Class of 1926 S T A Y M A N , S Kaplan Printing Co. A137513 Shgp 25 Foster Street Fourth Floor 7 Kelley square Graphic Arts Building and Furnlshlngs Shop' Trumbull Tel. Park 1459 Worcester, Mass. and Front Streets compliments of MAYKEL AUTO COMPANY CHRYSLER DISTRIBUTORS 751-753-755 MAIN STREET Room 330, Third Floor Tel. Park 7208 ay 'S BOB SIIOP AND BEAUTY PARLOR Ladies' and Children's Hair Cutting CENTRAL BUILDING WORCESTER, MASS. Telephone Park 2788 Established 1912 S. GLAZER COMPLETE HOUSE FURNITURE High Grade Furniture at Low Prices 85-87 GREEN STREET WORCESTER, MASS. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS Park 5644 Park 5645 GI Corvvzplirnrents of Sllk I Joseph Talamo Hosiery Attorney and Do you know MW 1 Y, I t h a t We are H 5 C mmsellm at Law the sole dis- Sl t B 'ld' tributors of X' a er ul Ing the famous I ' 5 p O Wellesley Girl and Priscilla Silk Hose Worn only by Women of character and refirlement Come in and be convinced why they wear them! Barnard, Sumner 8z Putnam Nl. Paltanavlcla 14 Vernon Street Worcester Mass Steamship Agency Company The town's smartest showing of HYou11g Fellow Styles SUITS - HATS - FURNISHINGS - SHOES WARE PRATT CO. MAIN STREET AT PEARL Quality Corner 'J artoccz S 4 PLEASANT STREET PATRONIZE. OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS Misses' and l2V0men's . Distinctive , A I f- ZZKIMFNS lei-' 'cfmmfz A p MAIN AND FEDERAL , and ACCCSSOTIBS Telephone Park 2683 American Upholstering Co. Manufacturers of High Grade Compliimems of Overstuffed Parlor Suites , Lamps A- H. Hair Mattresses Made to Order and Made Over Dealers in Columbia Graphonolas and Records Radio 127 FRANKLIN STREET THE HATCH 8: BARNES CO. Manufacturers of 1s'U1LDE1:Sf FINISH, DOORS, S,-ISH and BLINDS Asphalt Shingles and the Famous Red Deer Brand Birch Flooring TEL. PARK sas 196 uN1oN STREET Telephone Park 208 M. K, SMITH CORPORATION Manufacturers of INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR FINISH Lumber and Storage Kiln Drying, Sawing, Planing 35 CENTRAL STREET, WORCESTER, MASS. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS Harrigan Press Printers of the Classical High Classic Myths AUSTIN AND HIGH STREETS WORCESTER, MASS. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS 3. Glnrrnll Igrninn Zlnr. Studio and I-Iome Portraitures Qilmm lghntngraphvr 19215 Telephone Park 214 536A MAIN STREET WVORCESTER MASSACHUSETTS ADVERTISEMENTS C D Becker s Business College DAY AND NIGHT SCHOOL Efagggichefd 98 FRONT STREET can or The Secretarial cmd Aoeozmtcmey School of lfVO1T'eeSteT CO-mplifments of Bland's Garage Frederick Eisenberg General Insurcmee in the Good Old Line Companies Park 2343 State Mutual Building Established 1891 COBB'S MARKET 151 Front Street BAY STATE MARKET 634 Main Street BOSTON MARKET 16 Pleasant Street DAKIN'S DELICATESSEN AND PASTRY SHOP 10 Pleasant Street DAKIN'S MARKET 153 Main Street Five Fine Stores Where Food Problems May Be Solved H. L. Dakin Co., Inc. Dr. E. P. Dowd Veterinary Surgeon 252 Franklin Street Worcester Massachusetts Gicldings Studio Teacher of CLARINET and SAXOPHONE Woodwind Repairing Worcester County Representative Penzel SL Mueller Clarinets Keefer Brass Instruments 339 Main St. Worcester, Mass. Park 5594 PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS J. S. Wcsby 8: Sons 44 PORTLAND STREET Goool ookoinoling Since 1845 Blmlers of the Classic Myths Telephone Park 6747 H. CHARBONNEAU Manufacturer of Clothes Dryers, Window Screens., Screen Doors and Ash Ohutes Window Shades Made to Order. Clothes Dryers Repaired. 2 BURTON STREET WORCESTER, MASS. GIFTS THAT LAST W atehes - Dlamomls C0'n7'm 'm'tS of J eewelofy , Useful gifts for every occasion Chase S wholesale R. Bogage - Jeweler Mllllnefy C0- 630 MAIN STREET Expert Watch and Jewelry Repair- Second Floor Park Bldg' ing. Diamond Setting a Specialty. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS PLEASANT FLORISTS 111 PLEASANT STREET Park 8830 W. I. Rose Peter J. Dorey FLOYVERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS CORONA TYPEVVRITERS A Corona typewriter in the home Will be appreciated by the Whole family. It is small and portable and is always available to Write your letters. The price is 336000. G. E. STIMPSON CO. 101 PLEASANT STREET Compliments of CARRGLUS LINEN STORE Co'mplime11,ts of , FUD' wi? Henry S. Silverman Certified Public 0ffYce 7?ainl'ng Smre Mutual Building Acvmmtcmt 340 Main St. Park 5436 PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Howafdfllfesson Co. Wore e stelj Mass. TI-IE COLLEGE ENGPAVE RS QENEW ENGLAND Convemently Located, W1th Years of Experience in Producing? College Annuals. Ready to Give You Complete Service. Business Managers and Editors Appreciate our Constructive Help. De signipg' P r h ToiegE:o1cIigPlates Mate fbi om Liberal Conzfiaczi. Y' 6 l l! 7110 Finest Eniraving' Shop m New Engiand 7f1Llqoor,Pr1nte1's ldg Engravings Made By Us ADVERTISEMENTS COMPLIMENTS OF P. W. Wood Lumber Corporation ll Garden Street Worcester, Massachusetts ADVERTISEMENTS can-1,pzi1mmfS of Nathan N. Rivkind CO'l71.jJZi77ZfG'7lt8 of GG7lCl'fll I?Z'81H'CI,7ZCC' 29 Pearl St. Park 7046 Telephone Park 4789 Cvmplimevlfs of MERCANTILE PRINTING Budish 8: Kaplan Co. COMPANY A O0I1lf11'LG7'CfiCLl P'l i?l'fG'l' Hygeia Street Graphic Arts Building 25 Foster St. Worcester, Mass Telephone for Appointment-Park 3997 THE HBOB-HER SHOP Sllccialfy - Womrcenfs mul Uh-IlllI'I'C1Z S H air Cuttfinfg MARCEL WAVING Permanent Wave 515. 82.00 per Week. Two men barbers specializing in Women's and Chi1dren's Hair Cutting only Four hair dressers at your service. HOUDE'S BEAUTY PARLOR 536A Main Street Worcester, Mass. Compliments of RIALTQ THEATRE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS C0?7l72Z'iT?'LC1IfS of J CC ' 77 Ben Winthrop PRINTER AND 1 8 Dix Street 6'Olivia Primrose Telephone C0771.jIlTl71677,tS of Charles S. Murphy Compli-men ts of Atty. Harold J. Nugent Attya EDWARD C. VINER PLUJIBING AND HEATING ENGINEER AND CONTRACTOR 40 WALDO STREET WORCESTER, MASS Telephone Park 4210 PARK 1295 ETSI Coats - Dresses PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 36 ADVERTISEMENTS Compliments of , of an . ,,: M . Shoe Department ' xx- 1''lffz741f!'f5fWeir?-Q1:f:2i'Lg3'!?41,f,'ff MAIN AND FEDERAL ASHE ENGINEERING CO. HEATING - VENTILATION - FIRE PROTECTION Agents for Star Sprinkler Corporation Devices 596 SOUTHBRIDGE ST. Telephone Park 7460 Quality Always Fifrst ' COMPLIMENTS OF Duncan Sz Goodell Co. . . Hardware . . . ENTIRE BUILDING 404 MAIN STREET PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS ADVERTISEMENTS Compliments of e ancroft otel ROY L. BROWVN, Mcmzagcr BUSINESS BOARD, CLASSIC MYTI-IS, 1926 SYDNEY M. GLICK, Business Manager ELI HURWITZ, Assistant Business Manager ROSLYN V. SEDER GOLDIE POBOLINSKI IRENE D. BURWICK CECILIA E. MCNALLY MAXIMILIAN COONEN MABEL CONWAY ELIAS GRACE SIDNEY SPIEGAL GEORGE B. O'FLYNN, Faculty Advisor PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS W I, J 4 I 6 31 1 fe kI.', 15? y. fi '-59 if v Y. V . v