High School of Commerce - Caduceus Yearbook (Springfield, MA)

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COMMERCE CARL ALONZO SABIN, Pierce Street, Agawam. Although the address says Pierce street, Agawam, it is understood that Carl hails from same metropolis as does Ambrose Cleary, at least he is just as anxious about that last Feeding Hills car at 11.30, or thereabouts. We sup- pose that he does this in order that he may let the police force know that it is time for l s midnight snooze when he ar- rives. But, despite his origin, there is no grass growing on Carl. He has proved himself along with the rest of the notables, and only has to step up with the necessary pen and ink to inscribe his name on the roll of honor of the High School of Commerce. Besides being the president of his class and president of the Student Council, he is an important member of the Stoaphilos, and has served as chairman of many committees of im- portance throughout the school, as well as being the treasurer of the club-room committee. While it is apparent that Carl has about all the jobs that one small human can readily handle during the same period of time, he still finds time to keep well up in his studies, and has also worked after- noons during his senior year and all the time he filled the bill on every one of his offices to perfection and a little better. A mere Underwood typewriter and our feeble brain is far from equal to the task of telling of all Carl has done or prophe- sying for his future, but any senior or very nearly any of the upper classmen can testify to his worth and is always more than willing to, for Carl is as popular as he is accomplished, and as he always has a good word for everyone else, everyone else always has a good word for him. So long, Carl, and the best of luck and a lit- tle better than that. WALTER CONNOR SULLIVAN, 41 Alden Street. Walter has hovered between this class and the class ahead ever since he was a tiny Freshman, but has finally settled down to a June graduation after deriving the benefits of the classes in Law, Busi- ness Ad., and a couple of others with “Jerry” Kenney and his associates. From long training, he is equal to any occa- sion and never surprised at anything, but manages to do his share of the surpris- ing nevertheless. He has recently blos- somed forth as a sporting goods sales- man and things look bright for his fu- ture. The ladies all say of Walter: “He’s a good kid.” That is all the aged seniors who are, or at least believe them- selves, qualified to speak of the young gentlemen of their acquaintance in that manner. Walter is also a rival of Don Christie in the art of arriving at places without hurrying, and of course, always arrives, at least to classes. JOHN FRANCIS SWEENEY, 448 Franklin Street. John seems unable to escape success in money matters, much less have to work for it. From the very moment of his election to the office of Class Treasurer, money has literally rolled into his wait- ing hands, as this class are most prompt in paying their class dues and all little assessments necessary in a class of so much spirit. The fact that this money is not John’s personally, is all the more proof of his ability, for if he will take such fine care of other people’s money, he surely will do likewise with his own. Business Manager of the most successful Senior Play in the history of the school, is a record to be proud of, but modest John takes no credit for himself and so we are going to point it out to you that he may not hide his light under the bush- el too long. John is also an athlete, in that for two years he has played on the Commerce baseball team, and creditably, too. That his ability in this line of en- deavor is little short of his ability in bus- iness matters, is ample proof that he is good. Through virtue of his various abilities, he has become a Stoic, and has taken a strong interest in all affairs of that society. 9

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COMMERCE busy, very busy indeed. Eddie is a man of accomplishments, ranging from Busi- ness Ad and Law, down to the subjects so little worthy of his notice, football, baseball, and, oh yes, he is one of the champions of the Chestnut Street school handball league, (at least so he assured us not long ago). Some say he is also a skilled dodger, but he declines to verify the statement. Some of his very intimate friends have informd us that he is the majority stock-holder in one of the fam- mous Chestnut street ball clubs, but we cannot vouch for the truth of this either. Mr. O'Connell’s beauty has always been a matter of moment to all students of phys- iognomy. As he declined to pose for our taff artist, we are unable to reproduce his truly remarkable features here. Some one suggested the comic supplement, but we fear it was in jest. WALLACE A. OCKERBLOOM, 115 Converse Street, Longmeadow, Mass. Someone once said, and it was very ap- propriate, too: “I wonder what Wallie could do if he really tried?” We won- der, too, but it seems useless wondering, for Wallie is, for some strange reason, somewhat averse to trying in any of its forms. But his spasmodic efforts throughout his four years have accom- plished results which many another has tailed to show after four years of con- sistent efforts. His speech-making abil- ity has never been denied, to wit, his many appearances in assembly, and also his election to the office of class orator. During his four years he has held the of- fice of class president, in his junior year, a member of the Student Council and on many of its influential committees, and as to the presidency of the Commerce club, he is the present incumbent and also one of the originators of that rising or- ganization. He is also an automoblist of note, although selecting times for his journeys, which some might consider not quite opportune. We understand that he has collected his sunburn at times from strenuous work in his war garden, al- though some of our leaders in scandal would have us believe that the Water- shops might know something of it. But of course, none of us will ever believe such an insinuation in regard to Wallace. Homework has always been but a minor tlv’ng mi his young life, and graduation Las come as a matter of course. He claims that the fair sex interest him but mildly, but again scandal whispers dif- ferent in our car, but of course, we can- not hear that, either. For the benefit of the curious, we will state that he has not been able to reach a decision as yet as to what directors’ meeting he will preside over in the future. FRANCIS JOSEPH POWERS, Ludlow, Massachusetts. That Frankie could have come from Ludlow is hardly bclieveable, we know, but then, such is life and there are not all thorns on the rose bush. His sweet, childlike features have long been his greatest aids in all undertaking and we imagine will continue to be so in the fu- ture. His official office in the class is Furnisher of Car Tickets and has giv- en succor to many a weary resident of Hungry Hill and other suburbs through his ever-abundant supply. There is a certain class that are surely going to miss him greatly on this account, but not alone, for Frankie has always been popular with boys and girls alike through the me- dium of his afore-mentioned features and his pleasing personality. He has entered the athletic world at various times as a member of interclass basketball teams, and also the Commerce ’Varsity as well as being a baseball enthusiast of no little ability. PETER FRANCIS PROFIGLIO, 26 Manhattan Street. For a while it looked as if the curricu- lum was to inveigle “Pete” away from his beloved class, but by dint of burning much midnight oil (that sounds well for the faculty, anyway), he has managed to prepare himself to grasp the sheepskin at the same time as the rest. “Pete” is also a basketball player, being one of the famous quintet of this past season. He also manages to be in most of the fun of the class, and promote some little him- self. 8

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COMM CARL HERBERT SWENSON, 14 Butler Street. From the land of the bricks and the Peerless A. C, comes “Swanee,” and a real unpolished diamond he is, too; and not so unpolished at that. Surely you lave not forgotten the memorable occa- sion of the class social, when he blos- somed forth in all his glory and danced one whole dance, without outside assist- ance, or aid. And don’t forget that pink shirt, either, nor the green tic. “Swan- ee” has always been an old reliable espe- cially in Law. Although one member has not forgiven him yet for deserting him in an hour of need, still he was al- ways an ever-spouting fountain of law when it came to the delicate points. Mr. Miller sometimes disagreed with his rea- soning process, hut “Swanee” never gave in without a hard fight and much refer- ence to the depths of Gano, while the rest wondered at his knowledge. He al- Senior HELEN ALLEN, 93 Miller Street. One of our class favorites, who is very fond of all her studies. It is a familiar sight to see Helen flying along the corri- dor at 8.29 a. m., make a dive for 222 and just slide into her seat when the bell rings. Helen is quiet except when she is arguing over a short-hand outline. MARGARET ANDREWS, 97 Bowles Street. Margaret is another of the quietly stu- dious. She is an ardent supporter of the Areopagitica, and is liked by everyone who knows her. She is also a strong contender in favor of Great Britain in all arguments. She has also been a promi- nent worker on the Commerce Business management. DOROTHY BASSETT, 265 Fulton Street. “Dot” stands for all that is quiet and E R C E so was fain to believe himself ordained of God, Hayden Karcher or some other equally important personage, to act as a Maxim silencer when “Wes” Foss ad- vanced some of his pet theories or un- answerable questions. For this Mr. Miller and the class are surely de- voutly thankful. Frederick Winslow Taylor has often found support in the person of this individual, and he can tell you all about system in all its forms. We fear, however, that he knows little of the ground for his proximity to Moth- er Earth is far from close. We are un- able to state whether he is the one who sets the clock on the municipal tower to save anyone from going up in the eleva- tor, or not. His strength has probably been gained from conveying food the tremendous distance from his plate to his mouth. “Swanee” has also managed to gain admittance to most of the important school activities, and is a Stoic, and a hail fellow, well met, for all. Girls industrious. She makes a very digni- fied Senior, hut when at “Chick” Cera- go’s jolly table at lunch, she expresses her opinion of subject and subject, and teachers and—matrimony. How about it, Dot? GERTRUDE BEAMAN 220 High Street. When there is anything to be done, she is the one to do it, and do it right. En- ergy is her middle name, and after gain- ing prominence through the gymnasium work, in which she excels, she maintain- ed it in various ways, as President of the Aloha, (Erls’ Sporting Editor of Com- merce, and several important committee jobs in the class and various organiza- tions. She has always been a favorite among faculty and students alike, and her unfailing efforts have resulted in a great deal of accomplishment during her four years in the school.