Fitchburg High School - Boulder Yearbook (Fitchburg, MA)

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F. H. S. MINSTREL SHOW.- Among ' the notable events of the 3 ear was the Minstrel Show, whieh occurred April 23, for the benefit of the Athletic Association. The specialties, without exception, were very fine, and the singing of the chorus noticeable for its excel- lence. The City Hall was filled with friends of the school, who were surprised and pleased with the de- gree of talent displayed, many ex- pressing a desire to have it repeat- ed, and all agreeing that it was the best amateur performance ever held in Fitchburg. Much credit is due Mr. H. L. Chase for the thorough manner in which he conducted the rehearsals, and to Stanley Lovell of ’98, for his successful management of the business details. THE MANDOLIN CLUB, The only musical organization connected with the school this year is the F. H. S. Mandolin Club. They have appeared before the public from time to time, and in all cases their selections have been well received. The Club was organized the first of the year merely to fill in a sin- gle number at the exercises given b 3 the school at the close of the fall term. However, being encour- aged to continue by the success of their first appearance, the Club has thrived throughout the entire year. Much of the success of the Club is due to the efforts of Miss Gertrude Pearce in the capacitv of leader. The following members of the school compose the Club : First Mandolins — Miss Gertrude A. Pearce (’97), Leader. Miss Minnie E. Fletcher (’98). Mr. Clifton A. Hayes (’97). Second Mandolins — Miss Helen E. Rich (’99). Mr. Harrison C. Rugg (1900). Pianist — Miss Alice E. Plimpton (’97).

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CLASS ODE. Music hy Nellie E ' osdick. I. The swiftly ilcetin hours have sped, And now has come the day When we to friends, hrni, true and dear. One fond farewell must sa Our lives have all been linked as one For these four years now gone. And as today we start anew, “I serve” will guide us on. II. The future for us all is planned, And is it bright and ga ? Oh, will the Fates be kind to us Who strive our parts to play ? Life’s battle may be hard and long, Yet do not courage lack. But do the right and fear the wrong. Look forward, and not back. III. Fling out afar our banners bright. The golden and the white. And for each soldier staunch and true, “I serve” will win the fight. And when at sound of victory The smoke of war dies down, Alay we receive our just reward, A bright, eternal crown. Louise Graves Edgerly.