Hall High School - Hall Light Yearbook (Spring Valley, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1931 volume:

I THE HALL LIGHT 1931 Published by the Students of the Hall Township High and Vocational School Spring Valley, Illinois Foreword Dear Readers: Hail as a melting pot! That is what we have tried to portray to you in the art scheme of our book. Perhaps you have never realized how many nationalities are represented at Hall, but after observing the pictures in this book, we believe you will agree with our interpretation. If our pictorial representation of the contents of the melting pot serves as more than a mere catalogue of names and events, and brings back fond memories of your Hal! activities, we shall feel repaid for our efforts. THE STAFF Table of Contents Book I — The School Administration Classes Book II — Athletics Book III — Activities' Organizations Arts Book IV — Features Advertising HALL TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC STADIUM Page 5 Athletic Stadium With the excellent teams that Hall has put out in Football, it was just fitting that they receive a modern stadium in which to play. A stadium fitting the team has always been looked forward to, and when (in the Fall of 1929) surveyors were seen on the grounds behind the school, the hopes of receiving the new stadium were aroused. Immediately after the surveying had been accomplished, the work was begun. The grading of the field was started, and before the cold weather had set in about 1500 yards of dirt had been removed. The work was left until the better weather, and (in the Spring of 1930) it began anew with the arrival of a heavy grading machine. With this machine 7500 yards more were removed. By this time the field had become laid out, and work on the cement stadium was next to be started. This was begun in March. The plans called for three cement stadiums, but the time was too short to produce all of them so it was decided that they should just erect one cement stadium and one wooden bleacher. The plans also called for a track around the field, but this too was left until the following year. The work on the stadium was started in March, 1930, and was completed on June 7, 1930. This stadium was 100 x 30 and was estimated to seat about 700 people. 275 tons of material went into the building of this. In the Fall of 1930 a wooden bleacher (to seat 600 people) was built. After this came the installation of the lights with a total illumination of 60,000 watts. The field is now circled with a cyclone fence 7 ft. high, and the proposed track has been made. It has a 150 yard straightway with 5 lanes width. The formal dedication of Hall's new athletic field and stadium took place on Friday, October 3, 1930. There was music by the school band, and addresses were given by members of the Board and outside speakers. A memorial plate, bearing the names of the building and trades class, which, under the direction of Mr. Tyler, did the work on the field and stadium, was presented at this time. This was the class of 1929-30. Another memorial plate, bearing the names of the Board of Education of the 1930-31 year, was also presented. Class memorials of the two classes, 1926 and 1927, were presented for the columns of the St. Paul Street entrance to the field. Now, as Hall enjoys the new field with its modern seating, track, and lights, there is a great deal of pride over the fact that this was accomplished by the boys of Hall for the students of Hall. It is a sincere feeling of gratitude that is offered the boys of the building-trades class, Mr. Tyler, their instructor, Mr. Sarver, the Superintendent, and the members of the Board of Education to whom we are indebted for the success of this project. Page 6 THE BOARD Standing — Clifford L. Sarver. Superintendent, Allen C. Tyler. Principal. Left to right — Albert Tonelli, Charles Kuhl, Sam Lunn, Jr., James E. McGuire, Clerk, George H. Thompson, President, Charles Savio, Dr. James J. Moran, Jacob Helm. Clifford L. Sarver, B.A., M.A. Central Normal College Hanover College, Teachers College Teachers College, Columbia University Spring Valley Allen C. Tyler, B.S. Bradley Polytechnic Institute University of Illinois Building and Trades, Drafting Spring Valley Page 10 Mildred L. Anderson, B.S. University of Illinois Foods, Clothing Cobden C. Bradley, B.S. Knox College- Geometry, Economics, Sociology, Auto Science and Mathematics Des Moines, Iowa L. DeFilippi St. Bede College Auto Mechanics Spring Valley Ida A. Dyer, Graduate Nurse Bradley Polytechnic Northern Illinois Normal Normal University Personal Hygiene and First Aid, Cafeteria Spring Valley Edwin E. Hill University of Illinois Bradley Polytechnic Institute University of Missouri, Extension Division, Columbia, Mo. Manual Training, Mech. Drawing, Trade Sc. and Math., Auto Sc. and Math. Spring Valley Alva C. Leonard Brown s Business College Stout Institute Extension, University of Mo. Bookkeeping. Printing Spring Valley Page 11 Margaret Long, B.A. Oxford College for Women Maine University Algebra, Geometry Trigonometry Tampa, Florida Richard R. Nesti, B.A. Knox Coach, U. S. History, Modern History Spring Valley Virginia M. Olive, B.A. University of Illinois French, English, Biology Mt. Sterling Frieda K. Olson Illinois State Normal University Shorthand and Typewriting Spring Valley Ruth I. Osmanson, B.A. James Milliken, Decatur Public Speaking, English Morris Gertrude S. Parks, Ph.B. Shurtleff College 111. Wesleyan Colorado State University Modern History, Civics, Industrial Geography, Girls' Physical Education Minonk Page 12 Clara M. Slack, B. A. University of Illinois Chemistry, General Science, Biology Spring Valley A. C. Sweet Training ar Monmouth and Chicago Music Spring Valley Edna M. Thompson B.A. Beloit College University of Wisconsin Teachers College Columbia University English, Journalism Spring Valley H. W. Toney, B.A. Ind. State Normal College Chicago University English and Latin English, Indiana Anita Volpini Hall Township High Office Assistant Ladd Page 13 IHk' WANNA RIDE? POOR DICK FROM LADD JOURNALISTS TWO EDS BERT — TOUGH GANG pma SMILES TWO IUa 1 r ? 0 SOME GANG EDITORS ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Seniors President ...... Vice-President . Secretary ...... Treasurer ...... .... Joseph Mazaika ________Fred Faletti .... William Shaffer Edna Mae Klcinfall Farewell ! Seniors ! Seniors of '31! Commencement Day comes. You chiefs of our high school” will soon be alums. Good luck to you, classmates! We wish you again Success and a future that’s bright! Go carrying through Like the Red and the White With the spirit of Hall High School fight. The cloak of your royalty now disappears; Yet hold to this — Loyalty — all through the years. Page 17 THE HALL LIGHT O 9 O W J'. J� r, j � 4 STACIA BERNATAVICZ — ’Sally” The magic of the tongue is the most dangerous of all spells” NATHAN BERNSTEIN — ’’Nacie” You cant put it over by putting it off” JENNIE BIANCHI — ”Jen” Her very frouns are fairer far Than smiles of other maidens are. MARION BRADBEER — ’’Mary Ann” After my books are conquered, Then comes my fun.” JENNIE BRAIDA — Jean” A cheery smile, a winning way, W e d like to meet her every day” GENO CANOVI Not much engaged in cumbering affairs” THOMAS CANTWELL — ’’Torn” There can be no fairer ambition than to excel in talk” VINCENT CINOTTI — ’’Vince” My one ambition is my music.” ALICE COLLIER — ”A1” Her ready smile is easy to take” CLARENCE COWELL — ’’Colic” Life is a jest, and all things show it, I thought so once, but now I know it.” Page 18 THE HALL LIGHT FREDA DARWISH — Fritz” Speaks and acts as others would have her do” FRED FALETTI — Fritz” Fritz, Fritz, he’s the man— He can do it — sure he can.” LOUIS FALETTI — Louie” A youth, light-hearted and content.” CATHERINE FANTI — Katie” Small and tiny But street and mighty.” LOUISE FENOGLIO — Lou” The heart to conceive, the understanding to direct, and the hand to execute.” HELEN FLOYD — Hattie” Where there’s a will there’s a way.” CATHERINE FOLEY — Katie” Always sees the bright side.” MILDRED GADOURY — Millie” Just be like me, happy and care free.” KATHRYN GOERING — Katie” I’ve decided not to worry any more. And I’m living just as easy as before.” FLORENCE GENSLINGER — Flo” Live, laugh and love. There will come a time when yon cant.” Page 19 THE HALL LIGHT r 's s' 'cs' 'r'r «? EURITH HALM — Bidy” Full of fun and mischief too, Always planning things to do.” HOWARD HILL — ' Howie’ Why should I worry? Let the rest do that!” RICHARD HILL — Dick” Sound sense, good cheer, and genial No wonder Dick has made a hit ” BERT HURST — Bertie” It runs in the family Can't help it.” LLOYD JOHNSON — Swede” Never mind the little set-backs Nor the blows that knock you down .” WILLIAM KEAY — Shady” Trouble and I are hand in hand” EDNA MAE KLEINFALL — Eddie” As quick as a whip, as bright as a dollar, A winsome girl — a brilliant scholar” MARGARET KRAMER — Margo” So give us a song when you're resting And join with a will in the fun” CHESTER LAKIN — Skippy” The world's no better if we worry, And life's no longer if we hurry” LOUIS LOLLI — Cutter” He travels at his own convenient speed.” Page 20 THE HALL LIGHT v=?'- ? 'J'-� - =-0 ' ? GUSTAVE LUST — Swede” He is wise who remains silent when he has nothing to say:' IRENE MASON — Smitty” She if a person whom we recall with pleasure.” PETER MATTIODA — Pete” The deed I intend to do is great. But what it is, I do not know EDMUND MAURER — Ed” The fair sex affect him not.” JOSEPH MAZAIKA — Joe” As fine a fellow as you'll find at Hall A true hero in football.” BERTHA McCOOK — Bert” The best that is in me is yours Was her motto thru all four years.” NED NESTI — Netto” I never let books interfere with my study.” GEORGE NORQUIST — Nork” An ardent champion of all he undertook To George we always could look.” ANTON PODOWICZ — Tony” His modesty is north wide imitation IRENE POZZI — Rena” In a charming cordial way. Irene always had her say. Page 21 ■ -:=:=:=: ::■=::= =:=::= THE HALL LIGHT ■ AUGUST QUERCIAGROSSA — Quartz” As full of fight as ever, Why, from him it cannot he severed” STELLA REDSHAW — Stella” A friend in need is a friend indeed. What more can we say of Stella?” JOHN REPKA — Dod” I was nearly killed once by a train (of thoughts) passing through my mind.” CHRISTINE ROBICH — Tiny” Second to none, Here is something advantageous to life” HELEN ROBICH — Helen” ”She's backward about coming forward” DONALD SCHROCK — Don” A solemn lad and quite demure, But you would like him, we are sure.” FRANKLIN SCHURTZ — Shirts” ”He is a perpetual surprise even to those who know him best.” TERESA SERENA — Teresa” She is a charming person to set people at their ease.” WILLIAM SHAFFER — Bill” ”lf I worried every time I went to class without my lesson, I’d be a nervous wreck.” ALBERT SHEA — Al” Keenly alive to life and its call A true representative of Hall.” Page 22 ■ THE HAL BERTHA SILVERSTEIN — Babe” She has a wonderful gift of making friends” ARTHUR SWEET — Art” I cannot understand 7 love!' ” DAVII) SIMPSON — Davy” A quiet chap — but he's getting there.” LENA TORRI — Lena” With a good word for everyone, She carried with her a spirit of fun. OLLIE VOLPINI — Ollie” Quick in word and deed and step. Always overflowing with pep” HAZEL WEISENBERGER — Boots” When she's told to do a thing, She's always prompt and ready” HERBERT WHEELER — Herb” We remember him well, And we remember him worthy of our praise” DOROTHY WOLFE — Dot” Ready to go to all lengths, A positive service where'er she went ” ROBERT WRIGHT — Bob” He was a scholar, and a good one ; Exceeding wise, fair-spoken and persuading” MARTIN ZIEL — Buck” He is prudence itself Without any undue haste” Page 23 THE HALL LIGHT Senior Activities STACIA BERNATAVICZ — ’ Sally G. A. A. Club (1, 2. 3. 4); G. A. A. 600 Award (4) ; Volley Ball Tournament (2) ; Pep Squad (2) ; Debate Team (2) ; Dramatic Club (2, 3. 4); Fine Arts Club (1); Hall Light Staff (4); Home Ec. Club (2); Science Club (4); Extempo Contest (2); Oratory Contest (3). NATHAN BERNSTEIN — Natie” H. A. C. (4) ; Honor Roll (2. 4): Quill and Scroll (4) ; Interclass Basketball (2. 3. 4) : Dramatic Club (2) ; Dramatic Music Club (3) ; Fine Arts Club (1); Hall Light (3. 4); Hall Times Staff (3. 4) ; Music Club (3) ; Science Club (4) ; President of Science Club (4) ; Band (4) ; Orchestra (1, 2, 3. 4) ; ''Belle of Bagdad’’ (3) ; Singer of Naples (4) ; Orchestra Contest (2, 3, 4) ; Typing Contest (4). JENNIE BIANCHI — Jen Honor Roll (2. 3) ; Double A. Club (3, 4) : Award 600; Intcrclass Baseball (1, 2, 3, 4); Intcrclass Basketball (1, 2. 3, 4); Intcrclass Volley Ball (3. 4) : Pep Squad (4) ; Track (4) ; Hall Light (4); Hall Times (4); Home Ec. Club (1); Glee Club (2); Bookkeeping Contest (2) ; Shorthand Contest (4). MARION BRADBEER — Mary Ann” Honor Roll (4) ; H. A. C. (4); Nat'l Honor Society (4); Quill and Scroll (4); G. A. A. (2, 3. 4); G. A. A. 600 Award; Baseball Tournament (2. 3) : Volley Ball Tournament (2. 3) ; Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Fine Arts Club (1); Hall Light Staff (3. 4); Assistant Editor of Hall Times (4) ; Music Club (2, 3) ; Science Club (4) ; Assistant Secretary of Science Club (4); Glee Club (2. 4); Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; Singer of Naples (4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Glee Club Contest (2, 4). JENNIE BRAIDA — Jean” Honorary Club (3. 4); Honor Roll (1, 2, 3. 4); National Honor Society (4); Basketball (3) : Volley Ball (3) : Debate (3. 4) ; Dramatic Club (3); Fine Arts Club (1); Hall Light Staff (3) ; Hall Times (4) ; Music Club (2); Vice-president Music Dramatic Club (4) ; Glee Club (1. 2. 3): Jerry of Jericho Road (2); That Ferguson Family” (4) ; Mixed Chorus (1); Glee Club Contest (1. 2, 3). GENO CANOVI Basketball (1); Football (2. 3. 4); Track (2); Dramatic (2); Industrial Arts Club (1, 2); Music-Dramatic (4) ; Orchestra (4). THOMAS CANTWELL — Tom” Interclass Basketball (3. 4) ; Dramatic Club (2. 3. 4); Science Club (1, 4); ”Laff That Off” (3). VINCENT CINOTTI — Vince” Industrial Arts Club (1); Music Club f2, 3): Music Dramatic Club (4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Jerry of Jericho Road” (2) ; Singer of Naplcsr (4); Band (1, 2, 3. 4); Orchestra (1, 2. 3. 4) ; Orchestra Contest (2. 3. 4) : All State Orchestra (4) ; District Contest Violin Solo (1). ALICE COLLIER — ”A1” Honor Club (2. 3): G. A. A. (1, 2. 3. 4); Basketball (1); Pep Squad (1. 2. 4); Dramatic-Music Club (4); Hall Light Staff (1. 4): Hall Times Staff (1. 2. 3): Home Ec. Club (1); Music Club (2, 3); Vice-president of Music Club (3); Glee Club (2. 3): Jerry of Jericho Road” (2) ; Singer of Naples” (4) ; Glee Club Contest (2) ; Bookkeeping Contest (2). CLARENCE COWELL — Colie” FREDA DARWISH — Fritz” Honor Roll (1, 2, 3, 4) ; Quill and Scroll (4) ; G. A. A. (1. 2. 3. 4); G. A. A. Award 600 (3) : Interclass Basketball (3. 4) ; Interclass Volley Ball (2, 3) ; Pep Squad (2, 3) ; Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (4); Hall Times Staff (4); Home Ec. Club (1. 2); Glee Club (4) ; Shorthand Contest (3, 4) ; Typing Contest (3. 4). FRED FALETTI — Fritz” Athletic Board (4); Baseball (4); Basketball (1. 2. 3. 4) ; Football (1. 2. 3. 4); Track (I. 2. 3, 4) ; Vice-president (2) ; Sec.-Treas. Junior Class (3) ; Vice-president Senior (4) ; Foreign Language (2); Science Club (1). LOUIS FALETTI — Louie” Baseball (4) ; Football (3, 4) ; Science Club (1). CATHERINE FANTI — Katie” G. A. A. (1. 2, 3. 4); 600 Award (2); 1200 Award (3): 1600 Award (4); Basketball (1, 2, 3. 4); Volley Ball (1. 2. 3); G. A. A. Membership Chairman (3) ; G. A. A. Pres. (4) ; Fine Arts Club (1); Home Ec. Club (2); Music Club (3) ; Music Dram. Club (4) ; Glee Club (1. 2. 3); Jerry of Jericho Road” (2); Laff That Off (3); Mix Chorus (1); Glee Club Contest (2). LOUISE FENOGLIO — Lou” Honor Roll (1. 2, 3, 4); National Honor Society (4); Quill and Scroll (4); G. A. A. (1. 2. 3, 4) ; Interclass Volley Ball (3) ; Debate (3. 4f; Dramatic Club (2, 3); Dramatic-Music Club (4); Treasurer Dramatic-Music Club (4) : Fine Arts Club (1); Representative of Hall Times at I. S. H. S. P. A. (4) ; French Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (3, 4) ; Editor of Hall Times (4) ; Science Club (4) ; Glee Club (4) ; Singer of Naples” (4) ; Literary Contest (4). HELEN FLOYD — Hattie” Honor Roll (4) ; G. A. A. (1. 2. 4) ; Intcrclass Basketball (1, 2, 3); Interclass Volley Ball (1, 2, 3); Pep Squad (1. 2, 4); Dramatic-Debate Club (2) ; Hall Light Staff (4) ; Hall Times Staff (4) ; Home Ec. Club (1) ; Treasurer Home Ec. Club (1) ; Science Club (4). CATHERINE FOLEY — Kate” G. A. A. (1) ; Pep Squad (1. 2, 3. 4) ; Dramatic Debate Club (2) ; Dramatic-Music Club (4); Foreign Language Club (I); Hall Light Staff (4) ; Hall Times Staff (3) ; Hall Times representative N. S. P. A. (3); Music Club (3) ; Glee Club (3. 4) ; Singer of Naples” (4) ; The Belle of Bagdad” (3). MILDRED GADOURY — Millie” G. A. A. (1, 2, 3. 4); G. A. A. Awards 600-1200; Interclass Basketball (4); Interclass Volley Ball (3, 4) ; Pep Squad (2, 3. 4) ; Debate (4); Dramatic Gun (1); D. M. Club (4); Hall Light (4) ; Home Economics (2) ; Music Club (2) ; Glee Club (2) : Belle of Bagdad (3); Jerry of Jericho Road” (2); Literary Tryouts (4). KATHRYN GOERING — Katie” Honor Roll (4): G. A. A. (1. 2. 4); 600 Award; Volley Ball Team; Pep Squad (1. 2, 4); Dramatic Debate Club (2); Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (4) ; Hall Times Staff (4); Home Ec. Club (1); Science Club (4). FLORENCE GENSLINGFR — Flo” G. A. A. (4); Pep Squad fl) ; Home Ec. Club fl, 2); Music-Dramatic Club (4); Glee Club (4). EURITH HALM — Bidy” G. A. A. (1); Baseball (2); Basketball (2); Volley Ball (2); Pep Squad (1. 2); Dramatic Club (1, 2); Dramatic Debate Club (3); Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (3. 4); Hall Times Staff (2); Glee Club fl. 2) ; Glee Club Contest (2). Page 24 THE HALL LIGHT «j� f, j w % % • ' '%' '«. � ' i i r HOWARD HILL — Howie” Baseball (4); Basketball (4); Interclass Basketball (2, 3); Track (3, 4); Intcrclass Track (2) ; French Club (4); Ass. Bus. Mgr. Hall Light (4) ; Ass. Bus. Mgr. Hall Times (3) ; Music-Dramatic Club (4); Science Club (1). RICHARD HILL — Dick” Honor Club (3. 4); Dramatic-Debate Club (2. 3) ; Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Pres, of Dramatic Music Club (4); Fine Arts Club (1); Associate Editor Hall Light (4) ; Hall Times (3, 4) ; Mixed Chorus (I); Jerry of Jericho Road (2); Laif That Off (3); Second Childhood (3); That Ferguson Family (4); The Belle of Bagdad (3) ; The Singer of Naplc (4). BERT HURST — Bertie- Dramatic Club (2, 3. 4); Fine Arts Club (1) Hall Light Staff (3); Hall Times Staff (3) Singer of Naples (4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) . LLOYD JOHNSON — Swede- Track (1); Dramatic-Debate Club (1, 2, 3): Dramatic-Music Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (4) ; Science Club (4); Singer of Naples (4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3). WILLIAM KEAY — Shady EDNA MAE KLEINFALL — Eddie” President Honorary Activity Club (4): Honor Club (2. 3. 4) ; Honor Roll (1.2. 3. 4) : Nat l Honor Society (3. 4); Fine Arts Club (1); Volley Ball (1. 2. 3. 4): Pep Squad (1. 2. 3): Vice-Pres. G. A. A. (3) ; Sec'y-Trcas. G. A. A. (4) ; G. A. A. Club (1. 2. 3. 4) ; G. A. A. 600 Award (2) : G. A. A. 1200 School Letter Award (3) ; G. A. A.16C0 State Award (4) : Intcrclass Baseball (3.4); Interclass Basketball (1,2,3. 4); Jr. Basketball Captain (3); Sr. Basketball Captain (4) ; Basketball Shooting Contest (3. 4) ; Associate Editor of Hall Light (3); Hall Light (1. 3. 4); Editor of Hall Light (4); Hall Times (2. 3) ; Home Ec. Club (2) ; Secretary-Treasurer Home Ec. Club (2); Music Club (3) ; Music-Dramatic Club (4) : Sr. Class Treasurer (4); Glee Club (2): Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; Preliminary Debate (4) ; Science Club (4) ; Shorthand Contest (3, 4) ; Typewriting Contest (3. 4). MARGARET KRAMER — Margo” Honor Roll (3. 4); G. A. A. (1. 2. 3. 4); Interclass Baseball (1. 2); Interclass Basketball (1); Intcrclass Volley Ball (3. 4); Pep Squad (3. 4); Hall Light Staff (3. 4): Music Club (1, 3); Music-Dramatic Club (4); Contralto Soloist (1. 3); Glee Club (I. 2, 3. 4); Mixed Chorus (2) ; All County Chorus (4) ; All State Chorus (4) ; Triple V Debate Club (2); Laff That Off (3): Singer of Naples (4); Glee Club Contest. CHESTER I.AK1N — Skippy LOUIS LOLLI — Cutter” , „ „ Baseball (4) ; Intcrclass Basketball (4) ; Football (2. 3); Science Club (1. 2). GUSTAVE LUST — Swede” IRENE MASON — Smitty , ■ ,, Honor Roll (4): G. A. A. (1. 2): Basketball (2, 4); Volley Ball Team (3); Pep Squad (1. 2. 3. 4); Dramatic Debate Club (2); Dramatic-Music Club (4 ; Hall ’ i ht Staff (4) ; Hall Times Staff (4 : Home Ec. Club (1); Music Club (3): Glee Club (2. 4); Singer of Naples (4) ; Bookkeeping Contest (2) ; Commercial Contest (4) ; Glee Club Contest (4). PETER MATTIODA — Pete Baseball (1): Basketball (2); Printers Basketball Team Capr. (?' Intcrclass Basketball Capt (3): Dramatic Club (1): Science Club (1). EDMUND MAURER — Ed JOSEPH MAZAIKA — Joe” Nat'l Honor Societv (3. 4 : Member of Athletic Board (3); Basketball (1. 2. 3. 4) Football (1. 2, 3, 4); Track (1. 2. 3, 4) Vice-president of Freshman Class (1); Pres Sophomore Class (3) ; Pres. lunior Class (3) Pres. Senior Class (4) ; Foreign language Club (2); Science Club (1). BERTHA McCOOK — Bert H. A. C. (3. 4); Honor Roll (2. 3. 4); National Honor Society (3. 4) ; C� . A. A. (2, 3. 4) ; G. A. A. 600 Award (3) ; Basketball Team (3); Volley Ball Team (3).; Vice-presi-dent Junior Class (3): Hall Light (3. 4); Music Club (2. 3); Secretary Music Club (2); Pres. Music Club 3). Music Dramatic Club (4); Secretary Music Dramatic Club 4� ; Glee Club (2, 4); Belle of Bagdad (3); Terry of Jericho Road (2); Laff That Off (3) ; Singer of Naplc (4) ; Commercial Contest (3) ; Glee Club Contest (2, 4). NED NESTI — Netto” Basketball (3, 4); Football (4). GEORGE NORQU1ST — Nork” Honor Club (4); Basketball (3. 4); Interclass Basketball (1. 2. 3. 4); Football (2. 3. 4); Track (1, 2, 3. 4); Preliminary Debate (4 ; Dramatic-Music Club (4) ; Hall Light (4) ; Hall Times Staff (4); Industrial Arts Club (I); Music Club (2, 3); Singer of Naples (4) ; The Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Typing Contest (3.4). ANTON PODOWICZ — Tony Basketball (4 ; Interclass Basketball (4); Track (3); Science Club (1. 2). IRENE POZZI — Rena G. A. A. (1. 2, 3. 4); 600 pt. Award (2); Baseball (2, 3� ; Basketball Tournament (3, 4); Volley Ball Tournament (2, 3); Pep Squad; Dramatic-Music Club (4); Fine Arts Club (1); Music Club (2, 3); Glee Club (1, 2. 3) ; Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; The Belle of Bagdad” (3); Glee Club Contest (2, 3). AUGUST QUERCIAGROSSA — Quartz- Basketball (2. 3); Football (2. 3. 4); Track (3) ; Industrial Arts Club (2) ; Science Club (I); Interclass Basketball (1, 2, 3, 4). STELLA REDSHAW — Stella Honor Roll (1. 2. 3. 4); Home Ec. Club (1. 4); Treasurer of Home Ec. Club (4); Music-Dramatic Club (2. 3) : Glee Club (2, 3) . JOHN RFPKA — Dod Interclass Basketball (1, 2, 3); Printers Basketball Team (3. 4); Track Team (4); Music Club (3); Music Dramatic (2, 4); Science Club (1); Band (2. 3. 4); Orchestra (1. 2. 3. 4). CHRISTINE ROBICH — Tiny G. A. A. (2. 3. 4) ; G. A. A. 600 Award (3) ; Basketball (3. 4); Hall Times Staff (4); Home Ec. Club (1. 2); Bookkeeping Contest (2). HELEN ROBICH — Helen G. A. A. (2, 3, 4); Interclass Basketball (2. 3. 4); Interclass Volley Ball (2, 3. 4) ; Hall Times Staff (3) ; Home Economics Club (1. 2) ; Music Club (3). DONALD SCHROCK — Don- Dramatic-Debate (2. 3) : Hall Light Staff (4) ; Hall Times Staff (4); Science Club (1). FRANKLIN SCHURTZ — Shirts” Honor Club (4) ; Interclass Basketball (2. 3, 4) ; Interclass Debate (3) : Dramatic Debate Club (3): Dramatic Music Club (3. 4); Hall Light Staff (3. 4); Hall Times Staff (3); Represented Hall Times (Chicago) N. S. P. A.; Science Club (U; Second Childhood (31; Singer of Naples (3): That Ferguson Family (4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Literary Contest (4). TERESA SERENA — Teresa Honor Roll (2); C� . A. A. Club (1, 2, 3, 4) : G. A. A. Awards 6C0 and 1200; Interclass Baseball (2): Intcrclass Basketball (4); Intcrclass Volley Ball (2. 3); Pep Squad (1.2. 3. 4) ; Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (4) ; Home Ec. Club (1. 2); Music Club (3); Science Club (4) ; Glee Club (1, 2, 3. 4) ; Singer of Naples (4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Glee Club Contest (2. 3. 4). Page 25 THE HALL LIGHT WILLIAM SHAFFER — Bill” H. A. C. (3. 4); Varsity Basketball (2. 3. 4); Varsity Football (4); Track (1, 2); Class Secretary (4); Class Treasurer (2); Dramatic Club (3) ; Hall Times (3) ; Music Club (2) : Science Club (1); Band (2); Orchestra (2, 3); Second Childhood” (3) : Seven Keys to Baldpatc” (2) ; The Belle of Bagdad” (3). ALBERT SHEA — AI” H. A. C. (3. 4); Vice-president H. A. C. (4); Member of Athletic Board (4); Baseball (4): Basketball (3. 4) ; Track (1); Class Secretary (2); Dramatic-Debate Club (1, 2, 3. 4); Belle of Bagdad” (3) : ’Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; LafT I hat Off” (3): Seven Keys to Baldpate” (2) ; What Happened to Jones BERTHA SILVERSTEJN — Babe” G. A. A. (1); Dramatic Club (1, 3, 4); Hall Light (3, 4) ; Hall Times (4) ; Music Club (2) ; Orchestra (I. 2. 3. 4) ; Glee Club (1. 2. 3. 4) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; Singer of Naples (4) ; Glee Club Contest (1. 2. 3. 4). ARTHUR SWEET — Art- Dramatic Club (2): Hall Light (3. 4) ; Hall Times (4); Music Club (3. 4); Science Club U. 4) ; Band (1. 2. 3. 4); Belle of Bagdad” (3) ; Singer of Naples (4) ; Orchestra Contest (2, 3, 4); Orchestra (1, 2, 3, 4). DAVID SIMPSON — Davy” Intcrclass Basketball (4); Football (3, 4); Junior Play, Laff That Off. LENA TORRI — Lena” Honor Club (3, 4) ; Honor Roll (4) ; Double A Club (1, 2. 3. 4); G. A. A. Award (600 pts.) ; School Letter; Class Basketball Tourneys (1, 2. 3, 4); Basketball Shooting Contest (2, 3) ; Volley Ball Tourneys (2, 3. 4) ; Pep Squad (1, 2); Dramatic-Debate Club (2); Dramatic-Music Club (4); Fine Arts Club (1); Foreign Language Club (2) ; Hall Light Staff; Assistant Editor Hall Times (4); Music Club (3): Glee Club (1); Mixed Chorus (I); Laff That Off” (3) : Glee Club Contest (1); Shorthand Contest (4). OLLIE VOLP1NI — Ollie” Honor Club (3. 4); Honor Roll (3); Double A Club (1, 2, 3, 4) ; G. A. A. 600 Award (2) ; School Letter (3); State Award (4); Cheerleader (4); Baseball (1. 2. 3); BasketbaJl Tourneys (1. 2. 3. 4); Basketball Shooting Contest (3. 4); Girls' All School Team B. B. J2); Volley Ball Team (1. 2. 3); Capt. of Volley Ball Team (2); Pep Squad (I. 3. 4); Play Day (3) ; Dramatic Debate (2. 3) ; Drama-atic Music (4); Hall Light (3. 4); Hall Times Staff (3. 4); Home Ec. Club (1); Glee Club (1. 2, 3); Jerry of Jericho Road (2); That Ferguson Family (4� ; Belle of Bagdad (3) ; Glee Club Contest (2). HAZEL WEISENBERGER — Boots- Honor Club (3.4); Honor Roll (1, 2, 3. 4); National Honor Society (4); G. A. A. (1, 2, 3. 4); G. A. A. Award 600 (2); Interclass Basketball (4); Intcrclass Volley Ball (3, 4); Pep Squad (3, 4); Dramatic Club (1, 3, 4) • Hall Light (3): Music Club (2); Glee Club (1, 3) ; Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; Belle of Bagdad (3) : Shorthand Contest (4). HERBERT WHEELER — Herb” Honor Club (3. 4) ; Varsity Baseball (4) ; Interclass Basketball (2. 3); Debate (3); Dramatic Club (2, 3) ; Dramatic Music Club (4) ; Hall Light Staff (3. 4); Hall Times Staff (3. 4); Science Club (1); Belle of Bagdad (3); Laff That Off (3) ; Second Childhood (3) ; Singer of Naples (4) ; That Ferguson Family (4); Literary Contest (4). DOROTHY WOLFE — Dot” Honor Club (3. 4) ; National Honor Society (4); G. A. A. (1. 2. 3. 4); G. A. A. Award 6C0; Basketball (1. 2); Volley Ball (3. 4); Pep Squad (1, 2, 3); Pres. Freshman Class (1); Dramatic Club (2); Dramatic-Music (3. 4); Hall Light (4); Hall Times Staff (2. 3); Fine Arts Club (1); Music Club (2); Sec. Science Club (4); Glee Club (1, 2, 3. 4) ; Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; Singer of Naples (4); Belle of Bagdad (3): Girls Dramatic Contest (4) ; Glee Club Contest (1, 2. 3). ROBERT WRIGHT — Bob Football (1); Industrial Arts Club (1); Music Club (2) ; Music-Dramatic (4) ; Science Club (2) ; Orchestra (3); Belle of Bagdad (3); Singer of Naples (4) ; Jerry of Jericho Road (2) ; Family Upstairs (2) ; Orchestra Contest (4); Music Contest (LaSalle-DcKalb) (3) . MARTIN ZIEL — Buck” Page 26 =:: =: ::=::==::==::=� ::==::==::«:= THE hall light Juniors President ...............................—............. Helen Hanney Vice-president......................................-.... Hugo Lanutti Sec.-Treas.............................................Catherine Torri Page 27 d THE HALL LIGHT Top Row: S. Brusock. H. Ferrari, L. Muzzarclli, E. Walton, C� . Michclctti, B. Navin, L. Riva, C. Barnato, J. Grivett, C. Struglinski. J. Yerly, C. Zemaitis. G. Hill. H. Lanutti. J. Condic, R. MeFadden, I.. Panizzi. L. Falctti, E. Bruda. Second Row — F. Steffen. J. Laucr, H. Champley, P. Robich, J. Hansen, A. Mason, G. Scar, G. Tognaz,zi, B. Bertrand, L. Miller. Third Row C. Torri, M. Acton, E. Castclli, C. Paglia. R. Slack, C. Conway, M. Galetti. C. Sack, S. LeClcrcq, T. Guidorini. H. Hanney, D. Wagner. S. Letkusky. Bottom Row — Miss Slack, C. Mignone, K. Latham. C. Pasquali, M. Theodore, F. Urquhart, I. M. Warner, F. Walton. A. Petitti, I. Frasco, H. Diamond. M. Brogi. A. Evans. Junior Class Poem We are the Juniors of 1931, Who can prove to all who care to meet While we strut our stuff” with lots of fun That we are the ones that can't be beat. Now, Freshmen—we admit you’re good Sophomores—you’re go getters. Seniors—you’re a very good class But the Juniors have a better ! ! ! ! In case you wish to know, The students in our class. And how we’ve gained this wisdom Just look into this rhythmic (?) glass. A—stands for Arthur who has trained his toe, To kick the football towards the foe. A—for Acton, quiet and good Whom we always see in a very fine mood. A—for Aileen who works with ease Her charming dimples never fail to please. A—for Angie, brunette beauty, Who always tried to do her duty. B—for Brusock, small but what a man, His motto was 'Type—of course, I can. B—for Barnato, mischievous wop, Who never wanted to be at the top. B—is Brogi, famous in Sport Displayed her skill on the tennis court. B—for Bruda, who journeyed from Dalzell Tho ne’er a lie did he tell. B—for Bertrand, Balthascr by name Bally was ready to try any new game. C—for Conway, whose ready smiles Had a purpose in their wiles. C—is Castelli, student of merit Whose typing always was a credit. C—for Condie, jolly and gay, Never let the negative get their way. C—for Champley, of deeds so varied, That o’er his books he seldom tarried. D—for Drusilla, quiet, mild, Natures little model child. D—for Diamond, of fame galore, As she skipped about the basketball floor. F—for Ferrari, true and steady, Who for Latin Comp was always ready. F—for Frasco, of talent rare, Always flitting in the air. Page 29 THE HALL LIGHT G—for Grivett—we know little of him, But what we know is full of vim. G—for Galetti, quiet and fine, Has a very intelligent mind. G—for Guidorani, whose laugh can ring. But many friends with it can bring. H—for Hansen, a good natured chap. Always enroute without a cap. H—for Henrietta, a maiden gay— Who danced and studied her life away. H—for Hanney, whose answer is no, Whenever a debate is on the go. H—for Hill, who ne'er answered the call, Of books nor cares in study hall. L--for Lanutti, our famed athlete, With whom many can't compete. L—for Louie Faletti, another who— Journeyed from Dalzell with things to do. L—for Lauer, when pleasure signs, Goes and leaves his books behind. L—for LeCIercq, a different girl, Who managed to get many hearts to whirl. L—for Letkusky, we watched her step. As she gave the crowd her pep. L—for Latham, a well known girl, Whose mind is always in a whirl. M—for Mignone, dark brown eyes and little too. Oh we love her—yes, we do. M—for Michaletti, George and James There were many confusions over their names. M—for McFadden, who was so brilliantly inspired— By Aurelia” the mighty, whom he heartily admired. M—for Miller, careful chauffeur, Always drives at 15 per. M—for Muzzarelli, who has always said, Never speak without using your N—for Navin, always working, Ne'er found e’en to be shirking. P—Paglia, who with a little grin—a little laugh Always gave you her better half. P—for Pasquali, who had a kind heart— Always ready to do her part. R—for Riva, basketball lad— Who for old Hall a smile always had. R—for Robich, a man of rare undaunted might, Who always tried to do the right. S—for Struglinski, true friend to all, As he is lean and lank and tall. S—for Steffen, famed debater. Whose motto was I'll date her.” S—for Sear, steady and true, Whose many thoughts were always new. S—for Slack, whose charming way, Has brought her to our hearts to stay. S—for Sack, a dandy pal, Yes—she is that type of gal.” T—for Torri, the giggling maid, Who always came to Aileen's aid. T—for Tognazzi, who spoke with zeal, Especially after a hearty meal. T—for Theodore, her friends are many, Her foes—there can’t be any! U—is Urquhart, the blonde inspiration, Drawn by many in fascination. W—for Walton, whom we've known to say, My lessons have almost turned my hair to gray.” W—is for Earl Walton, who is an abridgement, Of all that is pleasant in man. W—for Woerner — Not very tall, not very small, But fair and sweet and loved by all. Y—For Yerly, whose smiling eyes, Tell us he’s an athlete wise. Z—for Zemaitis, who is so free, He always said, Why trouble me? Page 30 xxxcxxxxxxxxxtwxx THE HALL LIGHT Sophomores President..................................................... Edward Wilkaitis Vice-President....................................Margaret McFadden Secretary................................................Yolanda Buff Treasurer...................................... Lorraine DeFilippi Page 31 THE HALL LIGHT V� w ‘ ’« � ’ % ' ' r % i % � % %� ’ % � V 7 ’' '94r %� ’ 1® Top Row: H. Iattoni; J. Carruthers; J. Robich; L. Bianchi; A. Cresco; C. Chonowski: N. KalccI; H. Arnold; H. Kocnen ; C. Bradley; C� . Butterwcck; W. Johnson; W. Kwadas; H. Bernstein; C. Ferroni; F. Jacabowski; A. Bulli; P. Frecchio; J. Dwyer; F. Lukosus. Second Row: N. Pianccnti; C. Klcinfall ; A. Brett; A. Lakin ; L. Gall; D. Kassul; Y. Buff; V. Kunkcl; O. Ferraro; V. Haywood: L. DeFilippi. Third Row: B. Barr; R. Lunn; H. Lakin; E. Edwards; H. Goering; V. Goment; M. Hicks; I. Hicks; J. Downic; V. Johnson; V. Vhioni; M. Batten; 1. Grivetti; A. M. Ballerin. Sophomores Dorothy Altvater Adolph Andrioni Hubert Arnold Anna Marie Ballerin Barbara Barr Mildred Batten Rose Berliner Harold Bernstein William Biaggi Louis Bianchi Clarence Bradley Alice Brett Yolanda Buff Anton Bulli George Butterweck James Carruthers Vera Chioni Chester Chonowski Lorraine DeFilippi Jean Downie James Dwyer Eileen Edwards Felix Eitutis Beit ha Emmerling Alga Foaro Charles Ferroni Peter Frecchio Helen Goering Loretta Gall Veronica Goment Irene Grevitti Stuart Halm Veronica Haywood lmelda Hicks Modesta Hicks Henry Iattoni Frank Jacabowski Warren Johnson George Kaleel Nespo Kaleel Della Kassul Catherine Kleinfall Harold Kocnen Lester Koerner Wilhelmina Kunkcl William Kwadas Anne Lakin Helen Lakin Felix Lukosus Ruth Lunn Milliner A Chance to Rest Play Football Second Galli Curci Stenographer Vamp Nurse Shiek Cabaret Manager Stockyard Owner Geometry Teacher Dancer Prima Donna Coach Electrician Musician Typist Revenue Officer Marry a Richman Marathon Dancer Bell Hop Movie Star To Make Cedar Chests Poetess Gain Wisdom Travel Singer To be a Nice Girl Poetess Housewife To be beautiful Slick Hair Teacher Husband Marry a Frenchman News Reporter W’on’t Tell Plow Corn Superintendent Too Deep for Us Trigonometry Teacher Singer Cheer-Leader Big Shot Have Curls Artist Beauty Teacher To Marry Young Auto Dealer Hit Somebody Soda Clerk Traffic Cop Horse Trader Glee Club Teacher Farmeress Night Club Hostess Marries a Rabbi Paper Hanger Gardener Cowboy Street Cleaner Hotel Matron Telephone Girl Junk Man Bricklayer Sword Swallower Store Keeper in Ladd Circus Barker Aviatrix Evangelist Cross-Country Runner Second Winnie Lightncr Marries Texas Giunan Suffragette Manicurist Goes to Cherry Miner She Is Doctor Rival of Helen Wills Use of Much Beauty Clay Milk Man Governess Acrobat Divorces Him Poet Sailor He Does Big Butter and Egg Man Miner Toy Maker College Co-ed Sheriff Section Boss Modest House Wife Joker Blues Singer She Does Bricklayer Kills Him Page 32 THE HALL LIGHT First Row: C. Vogt; A. Mitchell; S. Halm; V. Muratori; E. Kilkaitis; L. Murray; Sponsor, Miss Long; J. Yuskis; B. McDonald; B. Maggi ; J. Smith; L. Sa.rtori ; L. Picco. Second Row: A. Vysocky, B. Manning; P. Walton; F. Nebcn ; C. Tri 1 let; C. Maurer. Third Row: I). Norquist; E. McDonald: M. Peyrot; L. Mason; D. Yerly; M. McFadden ; S. Sear; M. Mason. Fourth Row: L. Mcadowcraft; O. Turchi; C. Martin; M. Rafter; B. Wornick; J. Pasquali; M. Panizzi; M. Janitor Office Boy Marries a Chink Golf Champ Dozens Clown Swallows Webster Tenderfoot Farmer Works in Westclox Hobo Missionary Prize of Dalzell Barber Opera Singer Noise Drives a Truck Girls’ Gym Teacher Waitress Onion Farmer Old Maid Librarian Bell Hop Studies Beauty Culture Model Second Janet Gaynor Butcher Baker A Florist Great Gum Chewer Explorer in Africa Tarzan, the Second Caroenter Preacher’s Wife Cough Drop Maker Novelist Harmonica Player Prize Fighter Book-Seller Traveling Salesman Ziegfeld’s Leading Lady Flag-Pole Sitter Noise Train Caller •150 Pounds Reviglio ; J. Muarro ; V. Trillet. Bruno Maggi College President Bart Manning Bookkeeper Kathryn Martin Marry a Millionaire Leona Mason Modiste Margaret Mason Date Clarence Maurer Musician Lucille Meadowcraft To Study Hard Henry Meyer First Class Star Archie Mitchell Acrobat Justina Murraro Found Home for Stray Leroy Murrey Lawyer Veto Muratori History Teacher Lliuoeth McDonald Principal Bernard McDonald Basketball Star James McGraw Stockyard Owner Margaret McFadden Pianist Franklin Neben Aviator Elizabeth Neubaurer Bookkeeper Doris Norquist Run p Tfeauty Shop Josephine Pasqualli Gyp Teacher Mabel Peyrot To Marry Margaret Panizzi Dancer Nillo Pianceti Bookkeeper Louis Picco Change a Girl’s Name Margaret Rafter Latin Teacher Merina Reviglio Biology Shark John Robicb Coach John Rosetti Philosopher Louis Sartori University Dean Selma Sear Work in a Bank Joseph Smith Shiek Stanley Struglinski Science Prof. Charles Trillet Mechanic Victoria Trillet Hall’s Campus Flirt John Theodore Captain of Cubs Olga Turchi Kindergarten Teacher Claude Vogt Music Master Alexander Vysocky Conquer the World John Walker Hypnotist Patrick Walton Cook Bernice Warnock Dancer Edward Wilkaitis Rise to Great Heights Dorothy Yerly Cheerleader John Yuskis Radio Announcer Mike Zuccarini Reduce Page 33 HHH 0UR2G. D RAfAAT STS SOUP Ua Ml HE ATLAS the hall light ■ Freshmen President ................................................ John Luther Vice-president .......................................... Mike Mazaika Sec.-Treas............................................. William Kassul I Page 35 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row: I G’tidorni. F. Jcras, J. Krosulski. F. Kalmon, R. Chiado. R. Mitchell, R. Dixon, L. Pizzamclio, A. Dubberstinc. F. Savour. B. Gambiani, Mr. Toney. J. Riva, J. Peterson. Second Row: A. Bernabei, E. Gailis, E. Flenghi, W. Kassul. C. Hclwig, J. Kcrulis, G. Giacomelli. J. Lawn-izak. J. Picco. J. Caveglia. P. Davito. A. Beltramini. Third Row: J. Costello. A. Koerner, C. Blum. S. Champley, J. DeFilippi, P. Blum. f. Hicks. J. Luther. Fourth Row: I. Kcay. A. Coss. A. Brazaitus, S. Hoey. C. Campbell, A. Laugal, G. Brandner, M. Barto, N. Milancsi. Fifth Row: F. Gustaitis, F. Leiendccker. R. Froelick. H. Decker, I. Lunn, 1. Buff, J. Died, D. Dwyre, G. Cox, A. Lolli, E. Ferrari, R. Meyer, D. Leonard. Freshman Class They call us green and green we may be, But all seeds of wisdom were once green you see. So if you’ll take courage and read this with me, You’ll See — What Would Happen If — Marie Barto knew her hygiene assignment? Ambrose Beltramini’s hair turned black? Albert Bernabei grew to be six feet tall? Carl Blum didn’t know his lessons? Peter Blum moved faster than usual? Gladys Brandner was a Spanish dancer? Anna Brazaitus failed in sewing? Irene Buff forgot to flirt? Ceclia Campbell wore rubber heels? James Caveglia kept quiet in class? Swan Champley was called by his real name, John? Albert Cheisi answered the teacher’s questions? Robert Chiado couldn’t catch an indoor baseball? Ardis Coss had a crush? Joseph Costello came to class on time? Gladys Cox sat still for five minutes? Peter Davito couldn’t drive his father’s trucks? Helen Decker came to school late? James De Filippi used the right hand instead of his left? Josephine Dieci wore half socks? Robert Dixon sat up straight in his seat? August Dubberstinc had a crush on a girl? Dorothy Dwyre was lovesick? Enrico Flenghi didn't have a group of students on his car? James Faletti tried real football? Ruth Froelich brought apples to her teacher? Edward Gailis forgot to say Are the papers graded?” Bruno Gambiani failed in Latin? Geno Giacomelli sat still in class? Agnes Gotza forgot how to dance? Frances Gustaitis got her hair cut? Charles Helwig didn't talk to William? John Hicks lost his nickname Links”? Sarah Hoey cutup” in class? Frank Jeras lost his knowledge of football? Frank Kalman couldn’t hit a baseball? William Kassul quit ushering at the Valley Theater? Ila Keay hit the baseball? John Kerulis forgot how to play basketball? Arthur Koerner ventured from his farm to Chicago? Joseph Krogulski didn’t make the football team? Anna Laugal lost her cosmetics? Joseph Lawnizak wouldn’t talk to the girls? Page 56 THE HALL LIGHT Top Row: J. Palmonari, L. Mario. L. Miller. R. Wallock. H. Weber, A. Noel, E. Sabastian. M. Mazaika. C. Van Shaitk. P. Zolli, H. Woerner, E. Sack. D. Witherspoon. A. Mautino. D. Woerner, J. Rostagno. Second Row: L. Picrcy, J. Manahan. A. Yucus, D. Palmicri, L. Nelson. J. Rolando, R. Wolfe. Third Row: L. Thompson. L. Sandrctto. J. Partel. W. McDonald. A. Rutowski, P. Mahoney. E. Jukowski, E. Salmon, C. Wolf. Fourth Row: M. Volpini, T. Paglia, L. Mussatti, D. Yucus, A. Reviglio. A. Stcrmer, C. Petty, D. Sibley, L. McDonald. A. Williams. A. Swingle. H. Pomatto. Frances Leiendecker failed to use her gift of gab? Doris Leonard didn’t have Claude? Amelia Lolli didn’t chew gum? Irene Lunn didn’t day dream? John Luther didn’t know Gladys? Patrick Mahoney couldn’t play his clarinet? Jeanette Manahan grew up over night? Lena Mario studied more than she danced? Angelina Mautino missed a tea dance? Michael Mazaika stayed away from Ladd? Lorain McDonald had an extra pencil? William McDonald quit singing popular songs ? James McFadden lost his voice? Ruth Meyer didn’t know her English? Neno Milanesi had a print shop of his own? Lillian Miller didn’t have curls? Raymond Mitchell lost his red hair? Lucille Mussatti stopped giggling? Leslie Nelson became girl shy? Arthur Noel wasn’t seen chewing gum? Teresa Paglia didn't have Lena? Dominic Palmieri lost his study hall pals? John Palmonari didn’t talk and was quiet all the time? James Partel said nothing during Science? Joseph Peterson quit playing baseball? Lillian Piercy failed to bluff? Louis Pizzamelio forgot how to print? I Ida Ponyitto burned her cake? Augusta Reviglio asked a boy for a date? James Riva moved away from Dalzell? John RoIanJo didn’t drive a car to school? John Rostagno grew up? Andrew Rutoski stopped being bashful? Ethelbert Sack was slim and graceful? Edward Salmon had no wisecrack to make? Lawrence Sandretto experimented in Lab? Frank Savoure forgot to smile at the girls? Edward Sebastian became a great mechanic? Darlene Libley began to like Boys? Agnes Stermer reached first base? Anna Swingle had a soprano voice? Louis Thompson could pitch right”? Carl Van Schaick didn’t have to explain? Mary Volpini learned how to spell? Hazel Weber forgot to look in her mirror? Alice Williams decided to be boisterous? Dorothy Witherspoon were Anne of Green Gables”? Dorothy Woerner refused a date? Hazel Woerner was too short for her age? Charles Wolf didn't know his lessons? Robert Wolfe didn't like the girls? Alex Yucus read his English lesson? Della Y'ucus didn’t blush? Peter Zolli became a basketball star? Edward Zukowski didn’t have a new crush? Page 37 THE HALL LIGHT � „• � ,j f,. U'W| The Alumni of 1930 In June 1930 there graduated from Hall Township High and Vocational School sixty-three young men and women. Many of them prepared to continue their education to a higher degree elsewhere, others prepared to enter the business or industrial world. The following report will give you an is doing now. Edward Acton, Demassy Electric Shop Louis Bellettini, Cherry Mike Bernatavicz, Spring Valley John Blum, Junior College, LaSalle Rachel Brett, Junior College, LaSalle Russell Briddick, Seatonville Romaldo Caldera, Spring Valley Paul Campeggio, Post Office, Ladd Adelle Cavaletto, Junior College, LaSalle Battist Cavaletto, Spring Valley Cecelia Chiado, Spring Valley Walter Chonowski, Spring Valley John Cole, Spring Valley Francis Coss, U. of 111.. Champaign, III. Robert Devert, Edward’s Garage, Ladd Lucille Dieci, Junior College, LaSalle Leadore Du Bois, Bunte Candy Co., Chicago Edmund Flaherty, Ladd Corinne Gadoury. Aurora, 111. Dorothy Grivetti. Junior College, LaSalle George Grotti, Seatonville Eleanor Hails, Chicago, III. George Heep, Spring Valley Abie Hershovitz, Northwestern University Walter Hight, Ladd Joseph Iattoni, Ladd Stanley Kujawa, Standard Oil Station, Spring Valley Marjorie Leonard, Junior College, LaSalle Evelyn Lunn, Ladd Janet MacDonald, Business School, Chicago Bernice Manning, Farm Store, Ladd idea of what the graduating class of 1930 Domenick Marchiando, Junior College, LaSalle Eugene McFadden, Thompson Drug Store Hairy Neben, Neben’s Electric Shop, Spring Valley Charles Noe, Spring Valley Thelma Noling, Junior College, LaSalle Ethel Perkins, Spring Valley Lawrence Piano, Spring Valley Charles Pomatto, Barney Rosenzweiz Wholesale Co., Spring Valley Margaret Pomatto, Dalzell Mary Porch, Junior College, LaSalle Peter Reviglio, Art Klingberg Meat Market, Spring Valley A Ido Rocco, Cherry Donald Rosenzweig, Spring Valley Corneluis Ruppert, Post Graduate, Hall Twp. H. S. Helen Sack, Spring Valley Mary Sear, Junior College, LaSalle William Stalsis, Spring Valley William Stank, Chicago Irene Terando, Junior College, LaSalle Minnie Tonelli, Dalzell Charles Trumpinski, Construction Co., Morris Oliver Turchi, Spring Valley Joseph Turinetti, Frans News Stand Mary Vallero, Junior College, LaSalle Joseph Vasluski, Spring Valley Cecelia Waite, Bell Tel. Co., Spring Valley Gttherine Walker, Junior College, LaSalle Bonnie Zand, Spring Valley Walter Ziel, Ladd Page 39 FOUR. PALS AFTER LUNCH CHEAT IS TRY SHARKS SEVEN? IV E THREE QUINTET ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row—C. Bradley. C. Smith. C. Wolfe, G. Hill. E. Wilkailis, J. Krogulski, A. Dazkus. F. Ferroni, J. Faletti. Coach Nesci. Second Row-N. Ncsti, H. Lanutti, A. Mitchell. R. McAdams, G. Canovi, A. Qucrciagrossa, C. Zcmaitis, L. Falctti. A. Andrconi, M. Mazaika. Third Row—W. Kassul, C. Byrd. J. Grivett, F. Jeras, A. Balestri, J. Mazaika, A. Mason. J. Guidorini, J. Yerly, W. Shaffer. S. Struglinski. Bottom Row—G. Norquist. P. Zolli. M. Madgic, C. Chonowski. J. Walker. B. Manning. W. Johnson, S. Brussock. Hall’s Football Season When the call was issued for football candidates in the fall, a small but ambitious squad of boys answered the summons. As compared with the squads of previous seasons, the turnout was exceedingly small. There were thirty-five in all, nine seniors, eight juniors, nine sophomores and nine freshmen. Hall Hall Hall Hall Hall Hall Hall Hall Hall 12; Rock Island ....................... 6; Mooseheart ......................... . 9; Streator ........................... 0; Froebel (Gary, Ind.) ............... . 26; Kewanee ...........................— 40; St. Bede .......................... . 12; LaSalle - Peru ..................... 40; Calumet High (Chicago) ............ . 39; Washington High (Cedar Rapids, la.) 0 — Here 0 — Here 6 — Here 28 — At Gary 0 — Here 0 — Here 0 — At Kewanee 0 — Here 0 — At Cedar Rapids Games Won — Hall ........ 8; Opponents 1 Total Score — Hall 184; Opponents 34 Page 41 THE HALL LIGHT Review of Football Season Sept. 19 — Rock Island, 0; Hall, 12. The first game of the season was with Rock Island on Hall's new athletic field. This was the first game under Hall’s new lights for the Nestimen. Krogulski's off-tackle smashes and the plunging of Andreoni and Nesti worked wonders in gaining ground. The Nestimen gained almost at will but lacked the necessary punch to put over a score when near the goal line. The first touchdown was scored by Krogulski in the second quarter after runs by Krogulski, Andreoni, and Faletti had brought the ball to the three-yard line. The final touchdown was made in the last quarter after the Redmen had taken the ball on Rock Island’s thirty-yard line and had driven straight to the goal line with Nesti going over for the six-pointer. Although Hall won, the price of victory was very dear, for Fred Fritz” Faletti, flashy Hall quarterback, was injured and was out until the Froebel game, October 17. Sept. 26 — Mooseheart, 0; Hall, 6. This engagement was a close fought affair with both teams playing great defensive games. Mooseheart outplayed the Redmen in the first half and was on Hall’s two yard line when the half ended, but Hall came back in the second half to outplay their opponents. After taking the ball, in the middle of the fourth quarter on the Mooseheart thirty-one yard line, McAdams passed to Shaffer for twenty-three yards to put the oval on Mooseheart’s eight-yard line. On three off tackle smashes Krogulski went over for the only score of the game. Oct. 3 — Streator, 6; Hail 9. Hall met one of its most bitter foes, Streator, in the game which dedicated the new stadium and athletic field. The game was played before a crowd of 2500 and was one of the most interesting games ever played on a Hall field. In the third quarter Streator took: the ball on its own thirty-three yard line and started a march down the field with three successive first downs to put the ball on Hall’s eighteen-yard line. On a statue of Liberty play” Handzo of Streator went over for a touchdown. In the fourth quarter Streator, in possession of the ball on its fifteen-yard line, deliberately gave Hall a safety in stalling for time and fearing to punt into the strong wind. Later in the quarter Hall got possession of the ball on its forty-yard line and from there a pass, Andreoni to Staffer, gave Hall a first down on Streator’s twenty-yard line. Another first down was made by off-tackle smashes and plunges by Wilkaitis and Andreoni on the ten-yard line, where Krogulski, went over for a touchdown. His try for the extra point was also good to make the score 9-6 as the game ended. Oct. 17 — Froebel (Gary, Ind.), 28; Hall, 0. Hall’s Redmen traveled to Gary and suffered their worst defeat in three years. Hall and Froebel battled on even terms during the first half except for a thirty-yard jaunt for a touchdown by Perrotta, Froebel back. Three firsr downs were made by each team during this period. Hall lost its pep and morale when Froebel’s kick to start the second half was allowed to roll over the goal-line, where a Froebel player fell on the ball for a touchdown. Another touchdown was scored in the same period on straight football by the Froebel team. On the first play in the last quarter McAdams’ punt on first down was blocked but recovered for a safety, giving Froebel two more points. The last Froebel touchdown was scored in the middle of the last quarter on a pass of thirty yards. The game ended with the score 28-0. Oct. 24 — Kewanee, 0; Hall, 26. Hall scored in the middle of the first quarter on a long pass which was thrown by McAdams, on Hall’s forty-seven yard line, to Yerly, who caught it on Kewanee’s twenty-yard line, and ran the remaining distance for a touchdown. Hall scored again in the third quarter. With McAdams circling the ends and Krogulski slicing through Page 42 THE HALL LIGHT tackle, Hall made three first downs in succession to put the pigskin on Kewanee’s eight-yard line from which Krogulski went over for a touchdown. Faletti's try for the extra point from placement was good. Faletti scored in the last quarter after McAdams had brought the ball to the Kewanee eleven-yard line. McAdams’ kick from placement was good for the extra point. Another pass, McAdams to Yerly, gave Hall another six points near the close of the game. Nov. 7 — St. Bede, 0; Hall, 40. In the opening minute of the game Hall gained two points on a safety. Hall later received the ball on its thirty-yard line and from this point McAdams and Faletti started a series of scintillating dashes until McAdams carried the ball over the goal from the nine-yard line. Following a poor punt by St. Bede which went out of bonds on the ten-yard line, Krogulski scored a touchdown. He also made the try for extra points. At the beginning of the second qaurter McAdams returned a punt from the fifty-yard line to cross the goal line standing up. Wilkaitis also scored in this period on a pass from L. Faletti. In the third quarter McAdams went over for his third touchdown and in the last canto Nesti went over for Hall’s sixth touchdown from the three yard line. L. Faletti made good the try for extra points. Nov. 15 — La Salle-Peru, 0; Hall, 12. This game was played on Homecoming Day before a capacity crowd. It was the first daylight game on the Hall schedule. Hall outplayed LaSalle in every stage of the game, making twelve first downs to the opponents' three. In the first quarter a punting duel was staged, but in the next quarter Faletti and Krogulski made two first downs in succession to put the ball on the LaSalle-Peru fourteen-yard line from which McAdams went over for a touchdown. Hall's last touchdown was scored in the final quarter after an exchange of punts gave Hall the pigskin on the LaSalle-Peru twenty-two yard line. Krogulski made a first down after which Faletti carried the ball to the one-yard line which McAdams went over for his second touchdown. Nov. 22 — Calumet High (Chicago), 0; Hall, 40. Hooky” McAdams led the Redmen to a claim of the state championship by scoring thirty-two of Hall's forty points against the Chicago aggregation. McAdams scored in the opening quarter after Krogulski and he had brought the ball to the three-yard line. McAdams went over for his second touchdown from the one-yard line on the first play of the second quarter. Faletti made good the try for extra points. A few minutes later McAdams passed to Yerly, who walked over the goal line for Hall’s third touchdown. Faletti made his second extra point. Hall started the third quarter with only four varsity men, All-Americans” making up the rest of the eleven. Immediately following the kickoff McAdams and Wilkaitis carried the ball to the five yard line, where McAdams pranced over for his third touchdown. He also made the kick for extra point. Again McAdams and Wilkaitis brought the ball in a scoring position where McAdams again went over for a touchdown. His last touchdown was scored from the six yard line in the middle of the last quarter. He also added another point to his grand total by kicking a goal for the extra point. Nov. 27 — Washington High (Cedar Rapids, Iowa), 0; Hall, 39- Hall’s Redmen, playing their final game of a successful season in a biting north wind at Cedar Rapids, completely outclassed the home aggregation. The Washington High Tigers failed to make a first down during the whole game. On the first play, a pass, McAdams to Yerly, scored a touchdown. Later in the quarter Shaffer intercepted a pass and again a pass, McAdams to Yerly, scored. Faletti's kick for the extra point was good. In the second quarter Faletti got away on an end run and was downed on the two-yard line and from there McAdams went over for another touchdown. Hall became hungry for more points and in the third quarter scored two touchdowns. McAdams, Hall s ace, scored the touchdown which finished the football season for Hall, in the final quarter on a line plunge, making the score 39-0. Page 43 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ •.� ..«p. .•� . . � . . � . . Senior Lettermen CAPTAIN JOE MAZAIKA Joe played at the pivot position and possessed the uncanny ability to get down the field under punts to make the first tackle after passing the ball at center. He was selected as center on the All-State second team and named for the center position on the All-Illinois Valley selection, first team. The biggest player on the team, Joe weighed 198 pounds and was 5 feet 11 inches tall. GENO CANOVI Geno was another vest-pocket” lineman. He weighed but 150 pounds. He was the last man on the field to be knocked down, because he always kept his feet moving. Geno suffered a broken nose in the Froebel game. LOUIS FALETTI Louie” was a substitute but always did good work when he got into a game. He was the best punter on the squad and with more experience would have been a varsity man. NED NESTI Nesti was a hard-hitting backfield man, but was not experienced enough to rate a vatsity backfield position. Ned played defensive halfback when he was inserted into a game and performed like a veteran. FRED FALETTI Fritz” was the baby of the varsity, being but 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing 140 pounds. He made up for his size in speed, wit, and grit. He was out of the early season games after sustaining a broken shoulder against Rock Island in the opener. Fred was cho;en as quarterback on the first All-Illinois Valley team. AUGUST QUERCIAGROSSA Quartz,” a deadly tackier and an invaluable link in the effective Hall interference was as hard as his nickname. Whenever he went down, which wasn’t often, he went down fighting. What tiny little Metzer was to the Notre Dame line, this vest-pocket” player was to the Hall forward wall. August was named on the second All-Illinois Valley” team. WILLIAM SHAFFER Wee Willie was a part of the pass combination of Hookey to Yerly or McAdams to Shaffer.” He made an ideal end because of his height, which was 6 feet 2 inches. Shaffer was chosen as an end on the second All-Illinois Valley” team. Page 45 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row—C. Bradley, Assiscant Coach, J. Michclecti, M. Mazaika, J. Mazaika, W. Shaffer, J. Ycrly, N. Nesci, G. Michelctti, R. Nesti, Coach. Middle Row—E. Wilkaiiis, F. Faletti. Bottom Row J. Theodore, A. Shea, H. Hill, F. Kalman, L. Riva, J. Krogulski. Basket Ball Schedule Hall, 20; Ottawa, 28—At Ottawa Hall, 6; LaSalle-Peru, 11—here Hall, 24; St. Bede, 22—At St. Bede Hall. 19; Marseilles, 11—here Hall, 26; Morris, 34—At Morris Hall, 28; St. Bede, 17—here Hall, 13; Spaulding, (Peoria) 37—At Peoria Hall, 23; LaSalle-Peru, 22--At LaSalle Hall, 26; Sheffield, 25—here Hall. 22; Marseilles, 16—At Marseilles Hall, 31; Mazon, 18—At Mazon Hall, 19; Streator, 34—At Streator Hall, 31; Morris, 23—here DEKALB TOURNF.Y, AT DEKALB Hall, 24; Bowen High, (Chicago) 35 ILLINOIS VALLEY TOURNEY, AT OTTAWA Hall, 14; LaSalle-Peru, 16 Hall, 23; Mendota, 13 Hall, 13; Morris, 10 BUREAU COUNTY TOURNEY. AT DEPUE AND PRINCETON Hall, 26; Tiskilwa, 11—At Depue Hall, 19; Princeton, 13—At Depue Hall, 12; Malden, 14—At Princeton Hall, 16; Mineral, 7—At Princeton Hall, 4; Princeton, 22—At Princeton DISTRICT TOURNEY, AT PRINCETON Hall, 20; Buda, 19 Hall, 40; Bradford, 10 Hall, 20; Malden, 22 Hall, 32; Manlius, 21 Games Won—Hall 16; Opponents, 10 Total Score—Hall 551; Opponents, 511 Page 46 BILL EDDIE MIKE ROMEO NETTO GEORGE FRITZ TEAM Ed THE HALL LIGHT Top Row—C. Fcrroni. J. Theodore. H. Wheeler, A. Mason, F. Jeras, A. Shea. L. Falctti, B. Navin, J. Walker. Bottom Row—L. Lolli, M. Ziel, J. Krogulski, j. MeFadden, Mgr., C. Cowell, P. Mattioda, F. Faletti. Baseball Baseball was added to Hall’s major sports this year. A great deal of interest was taken in this sport by boys who liked baseball. Most of the boys on the team had been experienced in amateur ball around the city. The summer of 1930 saw a few playing in the Gazette Twilight League and others were in the American Legion junior league. The roster of the team was as follows: Pitchers; Louis Faletti, Martin Ziel, Mike Mazaika; Catchers: Arthur Mason, Herbert Wheeler; Infielders: Peter Mattioda, Albert Shea, Adolph Andreoni, Fred Faletti, Bernard Navin; Outfielders: Joseph Kroguski, Clarence Cowell, and Frank Kalman. The schedule included games with Streator, St. Bede, and Marseilles. In the opener at Streator, Tuesday, April 14, Hall's team was set back by a 9 to 2 count. Page 48 THE HALL LIGHT Lett to right—Coach Nesti, Assistant Coach Bradley. J. McFadden, Mr. Tyler, Mr. Sarvcr. Coaches and Managers Coach Richard Nesti Mr. Nesti has been Hall's coach for three years, and for three years he has produced the winners of the Illinois Valley Championship in football. His success as a coach may be laid to his absolute duty to his team and his unceasing fight for victory. He has not only devoted his time to football but has produced active teams of basketball, track, and baseball. Assistant Coach Clair Bradley Coach Bradley, from the start, put his very self into the boys’ games. In every tense moment of the game Mr. Bradley could be seen sitting on the edge of the bench or pacing up-and-down. But for all of this, he showed his capability of coaching in the handling of the second stringers, and was a welcome adviser in any decision. James (Red) McFadden Small, yes, but what a voice! What assembly, before the games, was complete without a number of yells led by this lad? Who fought so hard for victory on the side-lines and bleachers as did our Red? Red worked for the team to keep up their spirit and for this service received a handsome letter with Cheerleader written thereon. Allen C. Tyler, Principal Mr. Tyler worked on the basketball schedules, arrangements and tickets, and handled them very capably. He had charge of all the details that must not be overlooked in a game and was always on the job. He had charge of the Vocational class in building and trades that gave Hall its new stadium, and for the accomplishment of this project alone he is held high in the esteem of every student. He worked out every problem of school life that was brought to him and was an active member in all school functions. Clifford L. Sarver, Superintendent Mr. Sarver kept check of the eligibility of the players and acted as head of the entire athletic program. He was the toastmaster of the football banquet, Dec. 13, and held that same position at the basketball-orchestra banquet on April 9. The teams were assured of his support in any of their ventures. Page 49 THE HALL LIGHT Top Row—G. Norquist. J. Theodore, J. Mazaika. W. Kassul, H. Hill. J. Yerly, C. Struglinski, C. Zemaitis, Coach R. Nesti. Bottom Row—M. Mazaika. P. Mahoney, B. Navin. P. Blum, F. Faictti. Track Squad At the time the Hall Light went to press, the Hall Track Team was expected to enter five track meets. The Hall spikers were to participate in the Annual Illinois meet, the Ottawa Relays, the Bureau County meet, the State District meet, and the Streator invitational meet. Hall has as a nucleus four letter men on this year's team. George Norquist, last year’s individual high scorer, will be right back in his old stand in the middle distance events and 220 yard low hurdles, along with running on the half-mile relay team. Fred Faletti will take care of the dashes and run also on the half-mile relay team, while Joe Mazaika will take care of the weighty end of the team by throwing the shot-put and discus. John Yerly, the only junior letter man, will run the 120 yard high hurdles and the middle distance events, along with holding the position of anchor man on the relay team. Other reliable candidates who are expected to contribute points are Charles Struglinski in the half-mile, Howard Hill in the javelin, and Charles Zemaitis in the discus and javelin. Page 50 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row—A. Balierin, I. Ponutio. L. Mussatti. C. Latham. L. McDonald. H. Robich, G. Cox, H. Gocring, J. Bianchi. O. Turchi, I. Castelli. A. Brojigi. M. Theodore. M. Volpini, K. Martin, F. Gcnshngcr. Second Row—J. Murraro. F. Gustaitus. C. Pasquali. K. Kleinfall. I. Woerner, O. Volpini, K. Fanti. L. Torri, M. Barto, T. Serena. A. Lolli. M. Reviglio. D. Dwyer, C. Mignone, V. Trillct. D. Witherspoon. Third Row—T. Paglia, L. Mason, F-. Kleinlall, J. Dicci, K. Palgia. T. Kcay, L. Gall, C. Petty, M. Pantzi, D. Woerner. Fourth Row—C. Goering. I. Pozzi, H. Floyd, L. Mario, J. Pasquali, M. Rafter, M. Bradbeer, A. Mautino, C. Sack, A. Williams. D. Ycrly, E. Evans. K. Torri. D. Leornard. Bottom Row—A. Collier. M. Gadoury, S. Bernatavicz. M. Acton, F. Darwish. C. Robich. Y. Buff. B. New-bawer, W. Kunkel. M. McFaddcn, H. Hanney, M. Galctti, L. Fcnoglio, S. LeClercq. D. Wagner. A. Petitti. B. McCook. D. Wolfe. I. Frasco, I. Grivetti, H. Woerner, M. Kramer, S. Letkusky, Miss Parks, T. Guidorini, R. Froelich. G. A. A. The Girls Athletic Association, better known as The 'Double A” club, was formed at Hall in October, 1926, for the purpose of encouraging interest and participation in the athletic activities. The club, under the supervision of Miss Parks, consisted of eighty-five members. The club met the last Thursday of every month. Forty members of this club belonged to the Pep Squad. The Pep Squad was organized at the beginning of the school year for the purpose of forming letters between halves of home foot ball games and to create a better spirit among the students. To assist James McFadden, cheerleader, Ollie Volpini and Stasha Letkusky, members of the Pep Squad, were chosen assistant cheerleaders. Hall became a member of the Illinois State League of High School Girls Athletic associations five years ago. Awards have been earned by many of the girls. About forty members have earned the first award and twelve won school letters. Edna Mae Kleinfall, Catherine Fanti, Ollie Volpini, Helen Robich, Lena Torri and Hazel Weisen-berge-r have received the state award. Throughout the year three tea dances were held in the gymnasium for the purpose of obtaining money to pay for the gold trophy presented by the Double A club. The club has also sponsored after school activities in volley ball, basketball, baseball, and track. In the Basket Ball Shooting Contest, which was held throughout the United States, Hall received third place in the district in which it was represented. OFFICERS President .......................................... Catherine Fanti Vice President ..................................Margaret McFadden Secretary Treasurer.............................. Edna Mae Kleinfall Membership Chairman ..........................................Catherine Torri Page 52 THE HALL LIGHT ■ Left to Right—Mr. Tyler. F. Faletti. A. Shea. Mr. Sarver, J. Yerly. Mr. Ncsti, Dr. Moran. Athletic Board The Athletic Board was organized in March of last year. It was organized in order to unify the athletic agencies and to keep the affairs of the athletic department separated from the rest of the school activities. The duties of the board consist of the management of all business such as ticket sales, the athletic field, the schedules, the eligibility of players, the awarding of letters, and the renting of the athletic field. Whenever any matters connected with the athletic department came up, they were brought before the Board for discussion. Although it had no official authority, it helped greatly in supervising athletics in an efficient manner. The members of the board are the superintendent, the principal, the coach, one representative each from the school board, the Senior class, the Junior class, and the Honorary Activity Club. The members this year are Mr. Sarver, Mr. Tyler, Mr. Nesti, Dr. J. J. Moran, Fred Faletti, Senior, John Yerly, Junior, Albert Shea, of the Honorary Activity Club. Page 53 THE HALL LIGHT Top Row (Left to Right)—J. Hansen. W. Keay, P. Robich. V. Cinotto. N. Bernstein. L. Panizzi, C. Vogt. Bottom Row (Left to Right)—L. Picco, A. Sweet, P. Mahoney, J. Repka, G. Canovi, W. Johnson, F. Steffen, Mr. Sweet. Band During the past year the band has acquired a few new members. The Hall band was directed by Mr. Sweet and was composed of fourteen members. They were as follows: coronets, P. Robich, F. Steffen, G. Canovi, W. Johnson; clarinets, A. Sweet, L. Picco; saxophones, W. Keay, J. Hansen; violins, V. Cinotto, N. Bernstein, P. Mahoney; drums, J. Repka; trombone, and Baritone, C. Vogt, L. Panizzi. The boys’ red and white uniforms were very attractive, and added color to all home football games, where the band contributed its share of enthusiasm and pep to Hall's successful season. Page 54 THE HALL LIGHT Top Row—J. Condie. H. Hanney, Mrs. Olson, Mr. Leonard, I. Mason, G. Nordquist. Middle Row F. Wahon, F. Darwish, H. Wciscnbcrger. E. M. Kleinfall, C. Paglia. Front Row—K. Latham. I. Castelli, J. Bianchi, Lena Torri. Commercial Contest The district commercial contest was held at Granville on Saturday, April 25. Hall entered for bookkeeping, beginning and advanced shorthand, and beginning and advanced typing. The students who participated in the contest were as follows: Beginning shorthand, Kathryn Latham, Hazel Weisenberger, Aileen Evans, with Helen Hanney as alternate; advanced shorthand, Edna Mae Kleinfall, Freda Darwish, Lena Torri, with Jennie Bianchi as alternate; beginning typewriting, Nathan Bernstein, Irma Castelli, Kathryn Latham, with John Condie as alternate; advanced typewriting, Edna Mae Kleinfall, Freda Darwish, George Norquist, with Irene Mason as alternate; bookkeeping, Helen Diamond, Florene Walton, Catherine Paglia, with John Condie as alternate. Mrs. Olson was the teacher of the typing and shorthand department. Mr. Leonard had charge of the bookkeeping department. Pajte 55 THE HALL LIGHT From left to right — M. Gadoury. J. Braida, H. Hanney. G. Scar, Miss Osmanson, J. Condic, L. Fenoglio, R. Hill. Debate Hall, with Amboy, Marseilles, Streator, and Mendota, was a member of the Illinois Valley League this season. The league is made up of five rounds, each school picking a bye. Hall drew the following schools in order named: Amboy, Mendota, Streator and Marseilles. Debate, sponsored by Miss Osmanson, proved to be an interesting outside course for students who were eager to represent Hall. A very enthusiastic group consisting of Jennie Braida, Geno C.anovi, John Condie, Louise Fenoglio, Mildred Gadoury, Helen Hanney, Richard Hill, Edna Mae Kleinfall, George Norquist, George Sear and Frank Steffen tried out. Several practice debates were held in the auditorium to determine who were to be chosen for the teams. After some very interesting practice debates, the following teams were chosen: Affirmative, Louise Fenoglio, Frank Steffen, John Condie and Richard Hill alternate; Negative, Jennie Braida, Helen Hanney, George Sear, and Mildred Gadoury, alternate. The question for debate this year was, Resolved: That Chain stores are a detriment to public welfare. Page 56 THE HALI. LIGHT Top Row—E. Walton. H. Champlcy. J. Ycrly, J. Grivctti. H. Hill, L. Lanzi, L. Riva. G. Michclciti. J. Yuskis. 2nd Row- F. Ferris, K. Conway, M. Mason. R. Slack, C. Barnato. 3rd Row—V. Trilett, A. Brect. D. Ycrly. V. Johnson, S. Sear. . Bottom Row—Miss Olive, H. Lakcn, R. Lunn. M. Batten, V. Chioni, G. Cox, A. Evans. A. Lakin. Haywood, E. Edwards. French Club Le Cercle Francais” was organized at Hall in January, 1931, under the supervision of Miss Olive, for the purpose of stimulating interest in spoken French by studying the life, traditions, literature, and art of France. Members of this club were students who took beginning or advanced French during the year or had already completed the course. The club consisted of thirty-two members. The French Club met once a month. The business meetings and programs were conducted generally in French. Entertainment consisted of short plays, readings, and musical numbers. Also a few French games were played. A constitution was drawn up which will serve for future French clubs as it has for the past year. President...... Vice President Secretary ..... Treasurer...... OFFICERS .....Frank Ferris Harold Champley .....John Yerly Ruth Lunn Page 57 THE HALL LIGHT � .� , .r. � . j� . .• ..« .,« . % � ,� . , � 4 � fm j •..� •. � . ■ ' � ' � %� ' % ' ' � ' %� ' % f %� ' % '9• o % � «� ' % � ' v% ' r '•� ’ IB Top Row—A. Lakin. H. Lakin. A. Collier. A. Long, B. McCook. D. Wolfe, M. Kramer, I.. Fenoglio, D. Dwyrc, T. Guidorini. H. Hanney. A. Mautino. Second Row— E. Edwards, B. Silverstein, B. Emmerling. L. DeFilippi. M. Dovle. M. McFadden. I. Mason. I. Frasco. A. Pecitti, M. Galctti, F. Darwish. M. Bradbeer. R. Lunn, K. Torri, C. Foley. A. Evans, D, Leonard. Third Row—L. Mario, T. Paglia. K. Gocring, J. Dieci, M. Panizzi, T. Serena, A. Lolli, V. Ferrari. Fouith Row—J. Downie. I. Wocrncr. M. Mason. I. Castelli. I. Lunn. V. Johnson. Fifth Row—C. Mignone. V. Chioni. M. Batten. A. Brett, M. Barto, Miss Osmanson. Bottom Row—C. Latham. E. MacDonald, L. Mussatti, F. Urquhart, F. Gcnslinger, G. Cox, M. Theodore, A. Brogi, D. Sibley. M. Volpini, A. Ballcrin. Glee Club The Hall Township High School Glee Club, which was organzied in 1914, this year consists of sixty-three members. Under the direction of Miss Osmanson this year’s club has been a great success. The Glee Club consisted of two clubs, the advanced club of upper classmen who have had a year or more of Glee Club work. This club met on Monday and Thursday. The other club met on Tuesday and Friday and was made up of the newer members of the school. The progress of the Glee Clubs was greatly shown in the presentation of several concerts. In November, Hall’s Glee Club was represented at the All-State Chorus by Margaret Doyle, Dorothy Wolfe and Margaret Kramer. Accounts of their trip and the valuable instruction received were related in assembly. The club entered the state contest again this year. The required number was Cherubim Song’’ by Bortniansky, and the club selected Deep River”, a negro spiritual arranged by Clarence Lucas. The sub-district contest was held at LaSalle, April 18, the district contest at De-Kalb, and the state finals at Macomb, Illinois. Hall was represented by sixteen girls, entered under Class B schools, which included those of 150-500 students. On May 8, 1921 the Glee Club entered the preliminary zone contests at LaMoillc. After these the winners journeyed to Princeton on May 22, 1931 and competed in the county contest. The required selection for the contest was A Brown Bird Singing” by Haydn Wood. Page 58 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row—C. Goering. E. Halm. A. Collier, H. Floyd, M. Kramer, L. DeFilippi, A. Evans, F. Schurtz, D. Wolfe, J. Luther. J. Lauer, H. Hill, J. Condic, L. Johnson. Second Row—S. Bernatavicz. I. Mason. M. Bradbecr. M. McFaddcn, L. Fenoglio, H. Wheler. A. Williams. W. Kwadas, W. Kassul, G. Sear, D. Schrock, F. Steffen. Third Row—V. Chioni. C. Torri. E. MacDonald. T. Serena. S. LcClercq. C. Foley. B. McCook, M. Gadoury. Bottom Row—O. Volpini. Miss Olive, I. Castelli, I. Wocrncr, E. M. Klcinfall. A. M. Ballcrin, H. Hanney, A. Petitti, R. Frasco, J. Bianchi, G. Norquist, R. Hill, A. Sweet. Hall Light Board Fifty Members of Hall Township and Vocational school were selected in November, 1930, to represent the Hall Light Board. Students were chosen from all the classes of Hall, and represent all the walks of school life and activities. The board was composed of faculty advisers, the editorial staff, the business staff, the art staff, the stenographic staff, whose members were as follows: Faculty advisers ......................... EDITORIAL STAFF Editor-in-chief ........... Edna Mae Kleinfall Associate editors....Richard Hill, Alice Collier Literary editor................. Helen Hanney Faculty editor ......................... Ida Mare Woerner Senior editors. .. Eurith Halm, Bertha McCook Junior editors .............................. ............... Angelina Petitti, Ireta Frasco Sophomore editors ........................... ....Lorraine DeFilippi, Anna Marie Ballerin Freshman editors ............................ .............. Alice Williams, John Luther Oiganization editors ........................ ...........Irene Mason, Stacia Bernatavicz Catherine Torri Snapshot editors ............................ ..........Marion Bradbeer, Catherine Foley Boys' Sports editors ........................ ..............Nathan Bernstein, John Condie, George Norquist Feature editors ............................. ..........Louise Fenoglio, Bertha Silverstein, Arthur Sweet ................Miss Olive, Mr. Tyler Girls Sports editors ................... ...............Ollie Volpini, Vera Chioni Joke editors .... Dorothy Wolfe, Teresa Serena BUSINESS STAFF Business managers....George Sear. Howard Hill Herb Wheeler Sales manager ................. Donald Schrock Ass’t Sales managers ................... Albert Shea, Franklin Schurtz John Lauer, Jennie Bianchi, Kathryn Goering, Catherine Migonone, Irma Costelli, Margaret McFadden, Margaret Kramer, Elizabeth McDonald. Aileen Evans. ART STAFF William Kwadas, Lloyd Johnson, Frank Steffen STENOGRAPHIC STAFF Freda Darwish, Suzanne LeClercq, Helen Floyd, Mildred Gadoury Page 59 ■ THE HALL LIGHT u lop Row—A. Swcer. N. Bernstein, G. Norquist, N. Ncsti, R. Hill, J. Condie, H. Whctlcr D. Schrock, J. Luther. Second Row-O. Volrini. L. Torri, C. Robich. S. Lctkusky, F. Darwish. M. McFadden. 1. Mason. H. Floyd. H. Hanney, L. Fenoglio. Third Row—B. Silvcrstcin. K. Gocring. F . Dwyer. M. Bradbccr. A. Long. A. Evans. D. Leonard, J. Bianchi, A. Ballerin, Miss Thompson. The Hall Times The bi-monthly paper, The Hall Times,” won first class honor rating in the National Scholastic Press Association critical service this year. The paper was also represented at the Illinois High School Press Association by Louise Fenoglio and Herbert Wheeler. The staff was as follows: Adviser ..................................................... Miss Thompson Editor in chief .............................................Louise Fenoglio Associate editors...........................Marion Bradbeer and Lena Torri Feature Editor .........................................................Richard Hill Assistants .......................................Helen Hanney, Aileen Evans and Doris Leonard Boys’ Sports................................................Nathan Bernstein Assistants..................................Ned Nesti and George Norquist Girls' Sports ...................................................Ollie Volpini Joke Editor............................................................. Martin Ziel Exchange ...............................-.............-......... Freda Darwish Literary ........................................... -......- Irene Mason Personals .................................................... Kathryn Goering Visitors....................................Helen Floyd and Jennie Bianchi Inquiring Reporters......................Arthur Sweet and Christina Robich Senior Reporters Bertha Silverstein and George Norquist Junior Reporters............................Stasha Letkusky and John Condie Sophomore Reporters......................................Anna Marie Ballerin Margaret McFadden Freshman Reporters..........................Dorothy Dwyer and John Luther Business Managers............................................. Herbert Wheeler and Donald Schrock Printing Instructor ...............................................Mr. Leonard Printers:—William Kwadas, Lezario Panizzi, Peter Mattioda, Frank Kalman, Louis Lolli, John Theodore, Ambrose Beltramini, George Butterwick, Albert Theodore, Joseph Krogulski, Louis Pizzamiglio, John Repka, Frank Jeras, Peter Davito, Neno Milanesi, Vincent Cinotto. Page 60 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row (Left to Right)—B. Warnock, S. Redshaw, W. Kunkcl. Miss Anderson, C. Sack. H. Decker. Second Row—M. Volpini. R. Wallack, D. Ycrly. C. Paglia. L. Piercy. A. Laugal. L. Gali. I. Keay. D. Yucus. Third Row—D. Norquist, M. Peyrot, J. Pasquali, L. Mario, T. Paglia, D. Wagner, A. Swingle, C.. Petty, I. Castelli. V. Trillet. Bottom Row'—F. Gustaites. L. Meadoweraft, I. Pomatto, F. Lcicndcckcr, J. Muraro, V, Goment. C. Martin, R. Meyer, H. Gocring, O. Turchi, J. Manahcn. Home Economics Club Any girl interested in the Home Economics Department was eligible to enter the H. H. H. club. The sponsor of the club was Miss Anderson. The club held its meetings every two weeks. The purpose of the Home Economics club was to foster and develop new interests in problems that pertained to this department. This was accomplished by demonstrations of various types and short plays. A different set of officers were elected each semester. The officers were as follows: FIRST SEMESTER Catherine Paglia ......................................... President Mabel Peyrot......................................... Vice-President Charlotte Sack .......................................... Secretary Stella Redshaw ------------------------------------------ Treasurer SECOND SEMESTER Helen Decker ..... Lena Mario ....... Jeanette Manahen ........... President .... Vice-President Secretary-T reasurer Page 61 ■ the HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row—F. Steffen, H. Wheeler, A. Shea, W. Shaffer, G. Norquist. Second Row J. Condic. R. Hill. D. Wolfe, B. McCook. Third Row—E. M. Kleintall. J. Braida, H. Hanney, O. Volpini. H. Weisenberger. Miss Thompson. Bocton Row—A. Evans, M. Bradbeer, C. Mignonc, A. Petitti, L. Torri. I. Frasco. Honorary Activity Club On October 4, 1923, nine students met with Miss Osmanson to organize a club, which later acquired the name of the Honorary Activity Club. It was organized to support activities at Hall and to honor, not the average, but the unusual and talented student. During the last three years the H. A. C. had a rapid growth. This year's group was one of the largest the club ever had. Membership in the H. A. C. requires six points, all to be made at Hall, in different lines of activity. The meetings were held every other Thursday of the school year, ninth hour, with Miss Thompson as sponsor. The first assembly program for the year 1931 was sponsored by the H. A. C. Later the club undertook the selling of Red Cross Christmas Seals, and the proceeds were used for the school's benefit. A Christmas party was held before the holidays. Gifts and poetry were exchanged, games were played, and refreshments served. In March the club sold Curtis publications. The money earned was used for the banquet held on May 28. An April fool's party, consisting of games, entertainment and refreshments, was held later in the year. The programs at the regular meetings were of the cultural type. The programs consisted of Italian Art, Historical program. Literary discussions, Etiquette, Opera, reports on various colleges, entertainment, and three initiatory programs. OFFICERS President...... Vice-President Sec.-Treas.... Page 62 Edna Mae Klcinfall ...... Albert Shea .... Helen Hanney THE HALL LIGHT Standing—F. Walton. G. Norquisc, M. McFadden. J. Condic. H. Hanncy. W. Kassul. D. Wolfe, F. Schurtz, M. Gadoury, G. Sear, D. Dwyre, G. Canovi, E. Kleinfall. Second Row—D. Leonard. H. Wheeler. I. Frasco. L. Fenoglio, A. Petitti, F. Steffen, C. Mignone. Literary Contest The District Literary Contest was held in La Salle. Hall was represented by Angelina Petitti, who gave a dramatic reading; Herbert Wheeler, who gave an extemporaneous speech; George Sear, who delivered an oration, and Ireta Frasco, who gave a humorous reading. Angelina Petitti was awarded second place. This gave her a chance to compete in the sectional meet. Hall was also represented in the Zone Contest, May 1, at La Moille. Dorothy Wolfe was entered for dramatic reading, John Condie for boy’s humorous reading, Ireta Frasco for girl's humorous reading, George Sear for oratory, Louise Fenoglio for girl’s extemporaneous speaking, and Herbert Wheeler for boy’s extemporaneous speaking. Here Hall was awarded five first places and one second place. This gave Hall a chance to be represented at Princeton in the Bureau County Contest. Page 63 First Row—H. Wheeler. M. McFadden, J. Laucr, W. Kcay, J. Hansen, P. Robich, L. Picco, L. Panizzi, B. Bertrand. A. Sweet. H. Bernstein. .... n . . „ Second Row—T. Cantwell. K. Latham, E. MacDonald. I. Lunn. F. Genslinger. V. Johnson. J. Braida. K. Hill, B. McCook. L. Fcnoglio. D. Dwyrc. i rv a i „• a Third Row—G. Norquist. M. Gadoury. R. Lunn. H. Lakin. A. Brett. M. Mason. J. Dieci. A. Lolli, A. Mautino. L. Torri. O. Volpini. S. Lctkusky. C. Mignone. N. Bernstein, M. Osmanson. Fourth Row—B. Silvcrstcin. A. Long. M. Batten. S. Bcrnatavicz, V. Chiom. K. Goenng. F. Darwish. C. Torri. M. Bradbecr. C. LeClercq. T. Serena. I. Pozzi. M. Pamzzi. C. Fanti. T. Guidorim, M. Kramer, A. Lakin, E. Edwards. „ „ „ „ w , • a c Fifth Row—A. Collier, D. Wolfe. M. Acton. K. Conway. F. Steffen. E. M. Kleinfall, M. Galetti. A. Evans. A. Petitti, M. McFadden. J. Downie. I. Wocrner, J. Dwyre, M. Doyle, J. Condie. V. Vogt. Sixth Row—J. Repka. L. Miller. R. Wright. P. Walton. L. Nelson, L Johnson F Walton F Schurtz. A. Shea. W. Shaffer. B. Hurst, H. Hanncy, L. DcFilippi, C. Foley, I. Mason. G. Scar. V. Cinotti, H. Arnold, H. Hill. Music-Dramatic Club The Music Dramatic Club, sponsored by Miss Osmanson, was a combination of last year's Dramatic-Debate Club and Music Club. It consisted of 99 members. The purpose was to promote an interest in dramatics and an appreciation of music. During the year, plays and musicales were given for assembly programs. Any student who had been a former member of either club, had completed a course in public speaking or was taking such a course, had taken part in oral recitations, debate, school plays, orchestra, band, or glee club was eligible for admission into the club. The meetings were held regularly every other week during the year. At each meeting a short program was given. A play contest was held during the second semester of which members of the club were the directors. The plays were as follows: Suppressed Desires,” in which Gladys Cox, Ireta Frasco and Herbert Wheeler took part, directed by Angelina Petitti; and The Valiant, in which Nathan Bernstein, Lloyd Johnson, Claude Vogt, Fred Falctti and Margaret McFadden took part, directed by Bertha McCook. Other playlets were: Cabbages,” in which Howard Hill, Helen Hanney, George Sear, Ireta Frasco, John Hansen, Catherine Torri, and Catherine Mignone took part; and Manikin and Minikin, in which Doris Leonard and Gladys Cox took part. The most important social event was the Barn Dance given January 24, in the High School gymnasium. The gym was decorated accordingly, and lunch consisted of creamed chicken over biscuits, cookies and Dixie ice cream. OFFICERS President .......................................... Richard Hill Vice President .....................................Jennie Braida Secretary ................................. Bertha McCook Treasurer ....................................... Louise Fenoglio Page 64 ■ THE HALL LIGHT a Lett to right: M. Mason. H. Wheeler, A. Lakin. O. Volpim. E. McDonald. J. Braida, I. Condic. R. Hill. D. Leonard. F. Steffen, E. Edwards, F. Shun , A. Brett. “That Ferguson Family” The all-school play was another family affair which mingled tears and laughs in quick succession. Elopements, a family disgrace, a hated suitor who turned out to be the truest friend, were incidents in the life of a family which a mother tried to run and nearly ruined. A hen-pecked husband and three dissatisfied, rebellious children were the background of a lovable, American plot. One child, Laura, had already eloped at the beginning of the play, another, Joe, won a prize for his architectural drawing and promptly eloped, Tavie, the third child, stole a dress and got in no end of trouble, and the baby was always starving to entertain boys of her own size in the parlor unknown to her mother. After the children took the matter in their own hands, they manufacture a happy ending with the timely aid of their father. Miss Osmanson directed a splendid cast and play, especially since only three of the cast of fourteen were experienced players. The cast was as follows: L. . Mertie Ferguson ................................... Jennie Braida Fred Ferguson-------------------------------------Richard Hill Tavie Ferguson .................................. Anna Lakin Joe Ferguson .................................. __ Frank Steffen Jane Ferguson .................................... Doris Leonard Laura Connelly.................................. Alice Brett Bert Connelly ...................................Franklin Shurtz Rupert Striker .................................... Herbert Wheeler Mrs. Sarah Thorne.................................... Ollie Volpini Mrs. Zelma Coffin ................................ Margaret Mason Bill Fleming.................................................. John Condie Mary Fleming .................................... Eileen Edwards Cissy Randolph .............................. Elizabeth McDonald Patrick Braidy ................................... Patrick Walton Page 65 ■ THE HALL LIGHT x%c m %imw u Left to right: I. Frasco. J. Condic, H. Bouchcz, S. Ulkusky. K. Conway. R. MeFadden, H. Hanney. F. Steffen, C. Mignone, G. Scar, A. Petitti, C. Torri. “A Friend of the Family” A Japanese step-mother arrived at the home of Bartley Swift and his wife, a young married couple, to settle her dead husband's estate. On her arrival she was mistaken for a tardy governess, and learning the family's opposition to her coming she accepted the position. The family, expecting a Japanese instead of a girl of English descent as she turned out to be, took her into the household. The fun began when Bartley recognized her to be a girl he was once in love with, and was frightened to death when she threatened to turn over some of his old love letters to his wife. A jealous French count arrived and threatened first to kill Bartley, then a poor Professor who was in love with the old maid aunt, and last Frank Cutting, a friend. Then the real governess arrived! This clever play was presented by the Junior Class on December 5, and the new scenery was used for the first time. Bartley Swift...........-..............-.............. John Condie Frank Cutting (a friend of the family) ............... Frank Steffen Prof. Christian Manners ........-......-....... Raymond MeFadden Count Maurice Henri de Brissoc ......................... George Sear Mrs. Esmond Miller (Japanese step-mother) ......... Angelina Petitti Blanche Swift (Bartley's wife) ................... Henrietta Bouchez Molly Miller (Blanche's sister) Catherine Mignone Miss Aurelis Miller (Blanche's aunt) ................. Helen Hanney Nellie Morgan (a governess) .......................... Ireta Frasco Marie (a maid) ...................................... Catherine Torri Mrs. Woodard (Friend) ............................... Stasha Letkusky Mrs. Cutting (Friend) .............................Catherine Conway Elizabeth Cutting (Friend) .......................... Aileen Evans THIi HALL LIGHT U “A Singer of Naples” Soft Italian nights, colorful music, romance on foot — there we have the setting of the Operetta presented by the Music Dramatic Club on February 17. It was the love story of a young Italian street singer who gave up his friends in search of fame and fortune, and when he lost his voice for a time, he found that all his new friends loved only his voice and fame. He gave up his career and the fickle Countess who once lured him away, and returned to the troop, his friends and boyhood sweetheart. The presentation was very successful, and was witnessed by a large audience. Directed by Miss Osmanson, the cast of principals and choruses included 60 students. The cast was as follows: Guido Masiani (the singer of Naples) .... ........................... Richard Hill Benito (a street singer in love with Gabrielle) .......................... John Condie Giuseppe (major-domo of the Countess’s estate) .................. Frank Steffen Papa Nicola (Manager of street singers) ...................... Franklin Schurtz Countessa di Tristiani ..... Henrietta Bouchez Gabrielle (Guido’s childhood sweetheart) ......................... Dorothy Wolfe Teodora (Friend of Countessa) .......... ........................ Bertha McCook Margarita (Friend of Countessa) ........ ..................... Catherine Mignone Celia (Friend of Countessa) .... Theresa Serina Silvio (Teodora’s Cousin) .. George Norquist Signor Fortunato (a dressmaker) ........ ....................... Herbert Wheeler Signora Tintinetto (mother of the countess) ............ Margaret Kramer Signor Tintinetto (her new husband) .... ...................... James McFadden Signor Amato Reni (singing teacher) .... .......................... George Sears Pietro (art student) ......... Arthur Sweet Giovanni (inn-keeper) ....... Lloyd Johnson Leonardo (waiter) ........... Harold Bernstein Maids ..... Doris Leonard. Frances Urquhart Tomassi (a street singer) ....... Bert Hurst Choruses Street Singers ............ Franklin Schurtz. Dorothy Wolfe, Angelina Petitti, Mildred Batten, Loraine DeFilippi, Bert Hurst, Richard Hill, and John Condie. Mannequins ............... Ruth Lunn, Aileen Evans, Marion Bradbeer, Ireta Frasco, Anna Lakin, Helen Hanney, Margaret McFadden. Fame and Fortune ....................... Alice Collier, Catherine Mignone, Eileen Edwards, Ruth Lunn, Marion Bradbeer, and Bertha McCook. Students ........... Lloyd Johnson, Nathan Bernstein, George Norquist, Arthur Sweet, LeRoy Murray, Claude Vogt, James Dwyer, Robert Wolfe, Chester Lakin, Martin Ziel and Lezario Panizzi. Guest Chorus ....... Kathryn Latham, Anna Maiie Ballerine, Vera Chioni, Helen Lakin, Margaret Rafter, Ida Mae Woer-ner, Catherine Foley, Irene Mason, Bertha Silverstein. Page 67 THE HALL LIGHT i uv%—J. ui Mr. Sarvcr. National Honor Society In 1924, a year after the H. A. C. had been organized, application was made for a charter of the National Honor Society which is a national organization of secondary schools. The charter was granted, and since then the society has progressed rapidly at Hall. To belong to the National Honor Society is the greatest distinction a student can gain during his high school course. The members are chosen by the superintendent and a faculty committee. Every year not more than five per cent of the juniors and ten per cent of the seniors are chosen. To be eligible for membership one must rank in the upper fourth of his class in scholastic standing and must rate high in the virtues of the society, namely character, scholarship, leadership, and service. The society has attractive gold pins, and each member is entitled to wear one. On Wednesday, March 4, twelve students were initiated in general assembly. Mr. Tyler gave the origin and history of the society. Mr. Sarver, the sponsor of the society, spoke on the meaning of membership in the organization. The oath was administered to six seniors: Marion Bradbeer, Jennie Braida, Geno Canovi, Louise Fenoglio, Hazel Wc-isenberger, and Dorothy Wolfe; three juniors: Helen Hanney, Angelina Petitti, and George Sear. Those who became members last year were Edna Mae Kleinfall, Joseph Mazaika, and Bertha McCook. Page 68 THE HALL LIGHT ■ Left to Right—B. Silvcrstein. F. Urquhart. L. Nelson. L. Miller, G. Canovi, W. Johnson. F. Steffen. R. Wright. J. Hansen. Mr. Sweet, J. Repka. W. Keay, C. Vogt. A. Sweet, P. Mahoney, L. Picco, H. Arnold, J. Condie, N. Bernstein. V. Cinotto. The Orchestra The orchestra has not gained many new members this year, but it has made rapid progress. It rehearsed every Tuesday and Friday, third period, in the music room, under the direction of Mr. Sweet. The orchestra played overtures, marches, tonepoems, as well as waltzes, and other popular numbers. It has rendered its service to the school by playing at banquets, at plays, and occasionally playing in general assembly. The members worked hard and responded when called on to do so, and for their service each member, who has played for a year or more, received a letter. Three members of the orchestra, Nathan Bernstein, Vincent Cinotto, and Arthur Sweet were sent to Champaign to represent Hall in the state orchestra. Personnel: Violins: B. Silvcrstein, F. Urquhart, L. Nelson, L. Miller, H. Arnold, J. Condie, N. Bernstein, V. Cinotto; cornets: G. Canovi, W. Johnson, P. Robich, F. Steffen; clarinets: A. Sweet, L. Picco, P. Mahoney; saxaphones: P. Hansen and W. Keay; piano: R. Wright; drums and trombone: J. Repka and C. Vogt. Page 69 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Top Row—F. Steffen, D. Wolfe, L. Nelson. K. Goering, S. Bcmauvicz, J. Luther, J. Johnson, T. Cantwell. Second Row—H. Floyd, L. Fenoglio. F.. Kleinfall. J. Lauer. E. Zukowski, G. Sear, A. Sweet. Third Row -S. Scar, M. Bradbecr, S. LcClcrcq, T. Serena, J. McFaddcn, C. Helwig, W. McDonald. Miss Slack. Science Club The Science Club was organized to promote interest in science. Any student, who was studying some science, was eligible for membership. The first meeting was called at the request of many of the students who wished to form a club of this sort. The organization meeting was held on November 5, with Miss Clara M. Slack as the sponsor. The membership of the club was 25 members. Very interesting meetings were held throughout the year. Reports from general science, biology, and chemistry were given. Plays illustrating phases of science were presented, and many other things of interest to students of science were presented. The club met ninth period on every other Wednesdays of each month. President ..... Vice President Secretary Treasurer OFFICERS ...........-......... Nathan Bernstein ....................... Frank Steffen ..................... Dorothy Wolfe ........................ John Yuskis Page 70 THE HALL LIGHT ■ ADVANCED TYPING CLASS Frieda K. Olson, Teacher. CLASS IN FOODS Mildred L. Anderson, Teacher. Page 71 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ CLASS IN PRINTING A. C. Leonard, Teacher. AUTO MECHANICS CLASS Louis De Filippi, Teacher. Page 72 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ WOOD SHOP E. E. Hill, Teacher. Page 73 THE HALL LIGHT Hall Honors The honor roll for the class of 1931 was announced by Superintendent C. L. Sarver during the assembly on April 24. The valedictorian of the class was Edna Mae Kleinfall and the salutatorian, Louise Fenoglio. The ten highest averages were as follows: Edna Mae Kleinfall ..................................... 92.8 Louise Fenoglio _________________________________________ 92.6 Bertha McCook_____________________________________________ 90.8 Hazel Weisenberger..........................................90.5 Freda Darwish ........................................ 89.8 Joseph Mazaika .........................._................ 89.8 Jennie Braida ..................................... 89.4 Geno Canovi________________________________________________88.7 Jennie Bianchi ........................................... 88.2 Marion Bradbeer ........................................... 88 Honorable mention was given to the following seniors who were also in the upper third of their class. They were Robert Wright, Chester Lakin, Lena Torri, Mildred Gadoury, Herbert Wheeler, George Norquist, Nathan Bernstein, Franklin Schurtz, Dorothy Wolfe, and Alice Collier. There were six seniors whose averages showed only a slight difference from seniors in the upper third of the class. Those students were Irene Mason, Ollie Volpini, Stella Redshaw, Anton Podowicz, Christine Robich, and Eurith Halm. Eighty-eight students made up the first semester honor roll. The classes are listed according to the number of students in the class who had an average of B or above. The freshmen headed the list with twenty-nine students. They were: Marie Barto, Gladys Brandner, Anna Brazaitis, Carl Blum, Swan Champley, Helen Decker, Dorothy Dwyer, James De Filippi, Ruth Froelich, Frances Gustaites, Bruno Gambiani, Frank Jeras, William Kassul, John Kerulis, Doris Leonard, John Luther, Lillian Piercy, Ilda Pomatto, James Partel,'Joseph Peterson, Joseph Picco, Joseph Struglinski, Alice Williams, Dorothy Witherspoon, Charles Wolf. The sophomores had twenty-five students. They were: Anna M. Ballerine, Mildred Batten, Rose Berliner, Alice Brett, Yolanda Buff, Clarence Bradley, Vera Chioni, Chester Chonowski, Lorraine DeFilippi, James Dwyer, Bertha Emmerling, Charles Ferroni, Irene Grivetti, Violet Johnson, Ruth Lunn, Felix Lukosus, Catherine Martin, Elizabeth McDonald, Margaret McFadden, Doris Norquist, Joseph Smith, Olga Turchi, Alexander Vysocky, Bernice Warnock, Patrick Walton. The seniors followed with twenty students: Jennie Braida, Nathan Bernstein, Alice Collier, Geno Canovi, Marion Bradbeer, Freda Darwish, Louise Fenoglio, Helen Floyd, Kathryn Goe ng, Bert Hurst, Edna Mae Kleinfall, Irene Mason, Joseph Mazaika, Bertha McCook, George Norquist, Franklin Schurtz, Lena Torri, Hazel Weisenburger, Dorothy Wolfe, Herbert Wheeler. The juniors had fourteen students on the list as follows: Irma Castelli, John Condie, Aileen Evans, Ermo Ferrari, James Grivett, Helen Hanney, Kathryn Latham, Suzanne Leclerq, Hugo Lanuti, Kathryn Mignone, Catherine Paglia, George Sear, Florence Walton, Earl Walton. Page 75 QUILLS SCROLL ON THE ROOF NOl yES! KNOW EM? ZOWIE! THE FOUR HORSEMEN RELAXING THE HALL LIGHT ■ Hall’s Traffic Jams We have seen traffic jams in cities. We have seen them also in towns, But don't let the Jams” of Hall High Disturb you or make you frown. Gay students dash from all rooms— These groups that are free from care, Many come from the study hall And lo! when they reach the stairs! There's twisting, squirming, and shoving From these students, some big and some small— Much screaming and much elbow-rubbing While descending the steps of Hall. You may say What is the cause of the rush?” Dear reader, we will now to you tell. You doubtless know that 12:30 Is time for the lunch-hour bell. Rain What could be sweeter than a walk to school on a rainy day? If there is any snow, it becomes slush, the streets become rivers, and the students on the way to school—! We see a group of girls huddled under one umbrella — their hair sticking in whisps to their faces and their temporary school-girl” complexions fading out after a few drops of rain have played thc-ir sorrowful part! And as for their books—well, the covers may be somewhat messed by the rain but what difference does it make? They still will be books! As they cross the street, an ambitious lad — probably driving a Ford, whizzes down the road splashing mud and water over several pairs of perfectly good silk stockings! Then, one of the unfortunate students slips on the slippery pavement and books and student end in a large puddle of water. The beginning of a perfect day! Another group plodding to school singing in the rain is a group of he-men wearing bright, artistically decorated slickers and hats, down which flow numerous riv-erlets. What do they care about the rain ? They haven't any books to carry so they are free from worry. After the various groups get to school, the rain continues to drip, drip, drip on the roof and windows of the school. The students in school are probably anticipating the fun they will have walking back home in the rain. Page 77 THE HALL LIGHT Lessons On Chewing Gum The entire process of chewing gum may be learned by the average person in 14 days. The first four lessons are taught in one day as it would be impossible to keep aspirants from chewing the gum any longer. However, if the pupil can not grasp the idea in one day, it is necessary for him (or her) to come at night (the same lessons being taught at night for the benefit of teachers, office-workers, etc.) I attended these lessons and shall try to describe them to you. The first four lessons, as I said before, are taught in one day. The first lesson is entitled Receiving the Gum, and in this lesson you are taught never to refuse gum when offered to you and always receive the gum with your right hand, but if you cannot obtain it with your right hand by all means take it with your left. (Telling them to never refuse gum when offered to them was merely a waste of breath on the part of the teacher. They already knew that much.) The second lesson is on Removing the Wrapper. In order to do this properly you must concentrate. After receiving the gum remove at once the outside cover but do not notice or remark about the kind of gum or read any advertising on the outside wrapper as it will then appear that you do not receive much gum. After the outside-wrapper has been removed there is still another wrapper. To remove this, place the gum in your left hand and with the right hand lift up the two small ends that are folded over. Then with the same hand, bend back the first long strip and hold the gum in the right hand. Then with the left hand bend back the other long strip and the gum lies before you. But this is a rather difficult lesson as most of the pupils, even the night pupils, are in a hurry to get the gum into their mouths. The third lesson is called Inserting the Gum.” This may be done only once because after this step the gum is due for a good grind. With the thumb and index finger grasp a small corner of the gum and put it in the mouth. The fourth lesson is How to Start Chewing the Gum.” At the end of the third lesson the gum is in the mouth. The next order is to open your mouth wide and then let your teeth snap on your gum. Repeat this again. Then shift your gum with your tongue to the other side of your mouth and do the same thing. The gum is now small but not small enough. So the order to let the teeth snap on the gum only once on each side is given. After that is done for about three minutes you may start to chew the gum as you please. And so the first day ends with the command to go home and practice the first four lessons. The Take-Off and Return” which is the fifth lesson is perhaps the most difficult. In order to be able to do this perfectly two weeks are given to this lesson. But it is taught only on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday in order to prevent the new gum-chewers from getting lockjaw. The first three days are given to the practicing of the take-off and return with the right hand and the next three days with the left hand. After arriving in the morning a few minutes are given to the warming up of the jaws. Then the pupils are ordered to stand in line and follow directions. First roll the gum into a ball in the mouth. Then wet the thumb and middle finger and with them grasp a small portion of the gum (it was formerly taught to use the thumb and index finger but it has been proved that it is more artistic to use the third finger instead of the second.) Hold the second and fourth finger at an angle of thirty degrees with the middle finger, and the little finger at an angle of sixty degrees with the third finger. Then start to pull the gum. After pulling it out about twelve inches give the wrist a quick turn, thus producing an effect very beautiful. You must learn to do this without letting the gum break. Then start to draw the gum back into its cave. Stick the tongue out as far as possible in order to return it quicker. Draw' the tongue in fast and close the lips. Do this again and again until the gum disappears. A Page 78 THE HALL LIGHT quicker way to return the gum is to hold your head way back and let the gum fall into the mouth. The same method applies to the left hand. Now for the Smack. It is the seventh lesson and is taught only after the sixth has been thoroughly learned. The smack is really essential to actors of radiodramas because if they should ever have to kiss someone they didn't like, they could smack their gum instead and the radio audience would be no wiser. However this will not work when television comes into use. After the usual three minutes for warm-up the class is called. The students are ordered to roll the gum in a ball and push the ball between the lips and the teeth. Then wet any finger (the little finger is given the preference) and push the gum fist against the teeth. Then on the third count draw in and the smack is produced. At first it is only a very weak smack but after six days of the constant practice the smack somewhat resembles a shot from a gun. The last lesson is Disposing of the Gum. This is a very simple lesson and may be learned on the last day. This disposing of the gum should be done when you are in a large crowd and you are tired of chewing your gum. So, when everyone is looking at you, calmly roll it in a ball, wet your first and third fingers, and grasp your gum. Lower your hand until it comes to the seat of the chair and stick the gum on the back. Spread it out, as this is the proper way. (Students who can not afford to buy gum every day may leave theirs on the bottom of the chairs in the instruction room. However the teacher will not be responsible if the gum is taken by someone else.) Edna Mae Kleinfall. (For your benefit: This essay is an imitation of the Spectator papers.) Essay on Trousers Trousers are the absolute basic of all society. They are a necessity. All civilized men wear them, which accounts for their civilization. When Rome fell it was because of a lack of trousers, the Romans wearing glorified night shirts known as togas. They were conquered by northern barbarians who knew the value of trousers. When Paul Revere warned the sleeping colonials of the approach of the British, what did they do first, grab their trusty flintlocks? No! They grabbed their trousers, of course. Trousers make history. What would have happened to the Republican or Democratic conventions if the delegates had suddenly lost their trousers? Could Hoover have delivered his acceptance speech if his trousers had disappeared? Could President and Cabinet meet to decide the destiny of the Nation without trousers? As long as a man has his trousers, he can face the world no matter what crime he has done to disgrace himself. He can do without coat, vest, shirt, but never without trousers. They are indespensible to mankind. Doubt it? The following are the references we offer: Bert Hurst or George Norquist. They know! Page 79 THE HALL LIGHT Noise! Click, click, clatter, clatter, crash, bang, buzz! And the noise grew louder and louder! On this particular day I was leisurely sauntering through the corridors of Hall. Strange to say, I commenced my wanderings on the lower floor of the building and gradually proceeded up the stairs. I certainly was convinced that this world of ours is a noisy one! The banging of lockers, the slamming of doors, the monotonous whir of the sewing machines in the sewing room, noises coming from the gym, and chatter of gossip lovers caused me to seek relief, so I proceeded to the second floor. As I ascended the stairs some careless student, who was determined to make a quick dash down the stairs, slipped and fell. Bang! His books were scattered over the stairs! After helping the unfortunate student pick up his books, I approached an over-excited group, busily indulged in gossip concerning a notice on the bulletin board. The penetrating din of the second floor seemed to pierce my very eardrums. Nevertheless, I continued walking down the corridor of the second floor, when suddenly I heard the steady click, click of the typewriters. To cap the climax, several locker doors were slammed. To my estimation, the slamming, clicking, and buzzing of the second floor produced an effect which was far from musical. Keeping up my courage, I journeyed up the second flight of stairs and the words, Keep to the right struck me like a thunderbolt! When 1 arrived at the top of the stairs, a sickening buzz, and much clatter and clangor ensued from the upper study hall. After walking through the study hall, I passed by the journalism room and here again 1 heard the steady clicking of the typewriter and much loud conversation. My last resort was the third floor. With a dizzy feeling, I climbed my third flight of stairs. After I had passed through the biology lab, I stepped into the chemistry lab, where 1 was greeted by a minor explosion, and continued coughing and sneezing on the part of the chemistry students. My nerves being already shattered, 1 decided to leave the building. I ambled around the walk and nonchalantly entered the vocational building. The boisterous racket from the print shop, the carpentry class and the mechanics was too much for me so I left the building. My girl friend drove by and offered me a ride home. As the car stopped at my door, a tire blew out! Yes, this is a noisy world! That Rib of Adam’s Little did Adam realize that when he gave his rib for the formation of Eve that she would be his downfall someday, but so it was willed, and since the beginning of mankind, woman has been the downfall of man, both mentally and physically. Cleopatra, the most noted woman in ancient history, was the downfall of many great men. She enchanted them with her beauty and then poisoned them with her pet asp. But let us take into consideration our own modern young miss. Pity the poor young prince charming whose heart she has broken. Woman! Woman! Why hast thou forsaken us? And so it will continue, even now the women faculty members of Hall with grade books in hand stand ready to throw us into the very paths of depredation — report cards! Oh! Oh! Richard Hill. Page 80 Chemical Chimes Sing a song of chemistry labs Labs both great and small, Tell me where to find one Better than that at Hall. Acids, bases, poisons, Test tubes, beakers, glass, Who can have more fun with them Than the chemistry class? They might have explosions, Cuts, bruises or burns, But who cares about these things When these bright students learn? And when the year is over And their school days are o'er, They all have many a happy thought Of those chemistry days of yore. Our Application of Song Titles 1. You Brought a New Kind of Love To Me...............................Fred Faletti 2. I Still Get A Thrill Thinking Of You ......—........:............. John Yerly 3. Tie A Little String Around Your Finger........................ Lloyd Johnson 4. You're Simply Delish.......................-.................. Arthur Sweet 5. Au Revoir—Pleasant Dreams................................Hall’s Debate Teams 6. The Prisoner's Song ................................................Ned Nesti 7. Give Me Something To Remember You.............................George Norquist 8. Dream A Little Dream of Me......................-...............Howard Hill 9. Just a Gigolo ............................... ---------------- Geno Canovi 10. Walking My Baby Back Home..........................................Albert Shea 11. The Waltz You Saved For Me......................-............. William Shaffer 12. Memories .......................... After basketball and orchestra party! ! 13. Little White Lies ............................................ Margaret Kramer 14. When Your Ha ip Has Turned to Silver.....................-......Franklin Schurtz 15. With My Guitar and You..........................-...-.............Irene Grivetti 16. My Baby Just Cares for Me.......................-..........-....Claude Vogt 17. Maybe It's Love ...................... .,................. Bertha Silverstein 18. When Irish Eyes Are Smiling.........................-............ Helen Hanney 19. Betty Co-Ed ................................................ Angie Petitti 20. Three Little Words .............................--------------- Aileen Evans 21. If I Could Be With You An Hour Tonight---------------------------- John Condie 22. If I had a Girl Like You.....................................Charles Zemaitus 23. Ah Sweet Mystery of Life!...........................................Joe Mazaika 24. Whispering Hope ...................-............................. George Sear Jokes Revenge George Norquist says he likes Sundays best, they never ask you to chop wood. Simple Subtraction Nine little hot dogs Sizzlin' on the plate, In came the boarders And then they were ate.” The earliest known remedy for dandruff was guillotine. Appeal Woodman, spare that tree! Touch not a bough! You're doing very ill, and I will show you how: If you should cut it down, as seems now your intent. It may be ground to pulp for a comic supplement. Good Advice for Anybody Don't be a grape and hang with your own bunch. Geno Giacomelli, in answering a question in a Science Completion test: In case of severe bleeding apply a doctor. Strange To Her Three year-old Doris stood in the doorway, watching the rooster crow. Man” she said, I don’t see why an old rooster wants to spank himself and then cry about it!” Stage Manager: All right, run up the curtain. William Kassul — Say, whatcha think I am—a squirrel?” Miss Parks (in Industrial Geography) What attitude did the people have in early days about the use of railroads? Arthur Sweet: Anybody that had wheels could use them. Miss Slack (in science) : The more the evaporation the more the mercury falls in the wet tube; the greater the difference in the readings, the lower the humidity. Is this statement right or wrong? James McFadden: Yes. A hobo up in Connecticut went begging from door to door in a flivver. Tramps in the old days, used to carry tin cans. Now they ride in them. Half: What did you get thrown out of the glee club for? Note: For Singing. Miss Parks (Geography) : Tell about the Dairy Products in Canada. Adolph Andreoni: There aren't any because they have no corn. Lena Mario: Mary, what has happened to your doll? Mary Volpini: The doctor says it has a nervous breakdown, and he has prescribed mucilage. Carl Blum and Michael Mazaika were walking down the street, when suddenly Carl explained, Where did you get the pair of black eyes?” Well, today is my birthday, and ' Red McFadden gave me this pair of Socks for a present.” Well, old Bill Emptyhead has played his last practical joke.” So? I hadn’t heard.” Yes, he died bequeathing his brains to science.” Miss Parks (in Geography) : Tell about Bituminous coal. Hazel Weisenburger: Bituminous coal grows in this part of the country. Brakeman (to Edward Zukowski riding the blinds)— Why don't you get up into the coach ahead—this is a mail car.” Edward Zukowski— I know its a male car, and I'm not a woman either.” Miss Slack (in Science) : What does the government do to prevent too much grading of a road? William McDonald: Build fences. Page 82 THE HALL LIGHT Calendar SEPTEMBER, 1930 2— First day of School! Hall breaks the record with 330 students. My, the Fresh ies! 3— First general assembly of year. Mr. Sarver introduced three new teachers, Miss Margaret Long, Miss Virginia Olive, and Mr. Louis DeFilippi. Welcome teachers! 9—A reception is given for all Valley teachers at Congregational Church. 10— Classes choose class officers. 11— Hall Times receives second class honor rating. Good old Hall Times! 16— Mr. and Mrs. Sarver entertained teachers at a picnic supper. Stunts are given! 19— First football game with Rock Island. 1800 spectators. Redmen win, 12-0. Pep squad presented formations at game. 22—Students made trip through hollow log. 24—Fire drills are held between third and fourth periods. Dramatic-Music Club presents an interesting assembly program. 26—Hall wins from Mooseheart 6-0. Good Redmen. Another victory! OCTOBER 1930 2— Assembly seats assigned to students. Richard Hill elected president of Dramatic Music Club. 3— 2500 fans see Hall defeat Streator in dedication game on Hall s new field. Score 9-6. And what a game! The most exciting of the year! Hall Times reporters sold their school paper containing first quarter of the game. Students hear H. V. Porter and many other notables give addresses in honor of new stadium. 7—Alumni guest party in Hall's gym. Photographers show samples of pictures to seniors. 9-10—Teachers meet in LaSalle for I. V. Teachers Association. No school Thursday and Friday. Hurray! 11—Hall's squad sees Northwestern and Ohio game. A break for the boys! They deserve it! 15—Dramatic-Music Club has varied program. 17— Hall Times Campaign on. Come on one and all, buy your Hall Times! 22— Nestimen lose to Froebel High 28-0. Seniors select Senior Rings. Hall Light Applicants receive instructions. 23— That Ferguson Family”—all school play. 24— Redmen trounce Kewanee 26-0.-29—H. H. H. have varied program. Fortune teller visits Dramatic-Music Club. 31—75 students win honors—first term. Mr. Gross takes group pictures. NOVEMBER, 1930 5—Ten Hall teachers attend Frolic at Princeton. Advanced Glee Club sings in assembly. 7—Redmen swamp St. Bedes 40-0. 11—Armistice Day observed at Hall. 14— Redmen line up in assembly. Did you see those good looking Chaps? 15— Homecoming day! Nesti's Gridders defeat L. P. 12-0. Big day! 17—Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Tyler entertain faculty. Thanksgiving motive is carried out in party. 20- 21-22—I. S. H. S. P. A. meet at Champaign. Page 83 THE HALL LIGHT 19—Annual staff gives assembly program. Hall Light opens sales campaign. Dramatic-Music Club enjoys '1 hanksgiving program. Hall Times receives distinguished rating. (Still climbing to the top). Nestimen swamp Calumet High 40-0. 26— H. A. C. meeting on Italian Art. 27— 28—Redmen defeat Cedar Rapids 39-0. Thanksgiving vacation. Good 1 hanksgiving weather and delicious turkeys. DECEMBER, 1930 3— Basketball season started. Lose to Ottawa 28-20. 4— Hall hears greatest woman violinist, Mme. Gray Llevinne, her son Laddie and husband Mr. Gray. Received new scenery for Hall's stage. It was welcome, too! 5— Juniors present play, A Friend of the Family. 9—Seniors receive their pictures. (Well, Seniors will you ever forget Mr. Gross?) Hall drops game to L. P. 11-6. 10— Santa Claus visits Dramatic-Music Club. All members receive a gift. 11— H. A. C. meeting on books. 12— Students and teachers enjoy G. A. A. tea dance. All-Americans beat All-Stars of Streator 22-11. 13— 200 celebrate with Redmen. Six members of Notre Dame's team here. (There's a time we wish we played on the football team). Coach Nesti presents letters. 14— Honor roll increasing. Eighty-seven this time. Keep up the good work. 15— 20—Hall students take achievement tests. 16— Redmen win game from St. Bedes, 24-22. 17— Science club holds meeting. Santa Claus brings everyone a gift. 18— H. A. C. enjoy Christmas party 9th hour. 19— 25—Christmas vacation. Assembly-Christmas program. 21—Hall cagers win from Marseilles, 19-11. 23—Seniors receive rings. JANUARY, 1931 6— Nestimen lose to Morris, 34-26. 7— Question for Debate League chosen. (Remember Jennie Braida and the gang?) 9—Hall victorious over St. Bedes 28-17. 13— Le Cercle Francais” is organized and officers are elected. 14— Science Club meeting. 16— Nestimen defeat L. P. 23-22. 17- —Coaches Nesti and Bradley with C. L. Sarver go to Princeton for a meeting. 20— Sheffield loses to Hall 26-25. 21— End of semester. (How have you come out?) 22— H. A. C. plans banquet. 23— Hall Basketeers win at Marseilles, 22-16. 24— Barn Dance given by Dramatic-Music Club members. Jolly time had by all. Gingham dresses, hair ribbons, plenty of straw and that little fiddler not to mention the faculty kiddie cars. 28— Dramatic-Music Club starts ticket campaign for operetta Singer of Naples. FEBRUARY, 1931 2— Advanced Glee Club presents musicale. 3— Science Club meeting. 5—Six members join H. A. C. Page 84 THE HALL LIGHT 6— Hall loses to L. P. at I. V. Tourney. Morris defeated in final game, 13-10. Mendota loses to Redmen, 23-13. Third place in I. V. Tourney for Hall. 7— Eighty-eight on honor roll for first term. 9—Negative team win first debate. (Chain Stores formed the subject for debate) . 10— Redmen trounce Princeton team, 21-14. 11— Hall Light Staff gets assignments. 12— Malden defeats Hall cagers, 14-12. Hall and Morris divide twin bill, 31-23. Lew Zearing speaks on Lincoln. 16— G. A. A. tea dance. (Plenty of cookies and punch). 17— Hall Students attend meet at Princeton. Dramatic-Music Club presents Singer of Naples.” Nestimen defeat Mazon five, 31-18. 18— Music and readings entertain D. M. C. members. 19— New H. A. C. members entertain for meeting. 21—Miss Frances Sellers gives whistling program at Hall. C. L. Sarver goes to Detroit for N. E. A. meeting. 24— Inter-Class game is won by Seniors. 25— Mannekin and Minnikin” presented by D. M. Club. 26— French Club holds spelling contest. Losers to treat winners. Hats off to the Victors! 30—G. A. A. meeting. MARCH, 1931 2—Members of Varsity debate teams chosen. 4— Nine members initiated into Honor Society. Supt. C. L. Sarver tells of N. E. A. meeting at Detroit in assembly. Buda nosed out by Nestimen, 20-19. Freshmen presented scenes from Ivanhoe for English Classes. Redmen win third in district meet. Hall beats Manlius by 32-18. 5— H. A. C. meeting on etiquette. 6— 18 orchestra members receive letters. Printing class visits plants. 7— Malden nips Hall in semi-finals 22-20. 11—Science Club meeting. H. H. H. meeting on etiquette. Irish entertain D. M. C. members. (St. Pat's Day and oh, the Irish. They did not fail to wear green.) 15— Boys meet at Princeton for conference. 16— Girls received third in Basketball shooting contest. 17— Baseball team starts practice. Three cheers for our new team! 18— George Alias talks on T. E. Lawrence and Desert Revolt. 19— H. A. C. hears reports on literary topics. 23—Contest Glee Club chosen by Miss Osmanson. 26— Suppressed Desires,” one of triangular plays, given at D. M. C. meeting. 27— Teachers attend Princeton Institute. Seventy-four Students on honor roll for fourth term. APRIL, 1931 1—Hall loses second debate to Mendota. 1-6—Easter vacation. Did you see the people sporting in their new Easter outfits ? Pa e 85 THE HALL LIGHT 7— Hall loses debate at Streator. Baseball team wins game with Seatonville 16-3. 8— D. M. C. Meeting. Group pictures taken. H. H. H. club meets. 9— Basketball boys, members of the orchestra and their guests and faculty attend a supper and party at school. 10— First class honor rating given Hall Times by N. S. A. (They’re still climbing). Biology class visits St. Bede. G. A. A. Tea Dance. Founder's day program given by Quill and Scroll members to members of Hall Light Staff and Journalism Class. 11— Gazettes defeat Nestimen 11-9. 18—Advanced Glee Club wins second place at La Salle. 24—Commercial contest. Relay meet at Ottawa. MAY, 1931 2—Music Festival at La Salle — Hall's Glee Club and Orchestra represented. 8—Zone Literary and Music Contest, La Moille. Hall ran off with several first places. 4—Senior play, Gypsy Jim. Cast consisted of Nathan Bernstein, Franklin Schurtz, Eurith Halm, Jennie Braida, Bertha McCook, Irene Pozzi, Marion Bradbeer, Richard Hill, Dorothy Wolfe, Lloyd Johnson, Bert Hurst, William Shaffer, Geno Canovi. 15—Junior-Senior Prom. 20—Baseball, St. Bede. 22—County Track and Field Meet, Princeotn. 28— H. A. C. Banquet. 29— Baseball, St. Bede — there. 30— Alumni Banquet. JUNE, 1931 2 Commencement, President Irving Maurer of Beloit College is the speaker. Jokes The number of questions a co-ed answers in class varies inversely as to the number of times she answers the telephone at her sorority house. The doctor will see you inside” said the nurse to the patient as she helped him on the operating table. When you see a dog leading a man, you know the man is blind, but when you see a man leading a dog, you know he is married. He: That fellow. Blimp, the aviator, always takes his dog with him in his plane; says he's right at home in the air and enjoys flying as much as he does.” She: What kind of dog has he?” He: Airedale, of course.” Bobby, said a lady in a street car to a boy seated across the aisle, Why don't you get up and give your seat to your father? Doesn't it pain you to see him reaching for that strap?” Not in the street car,” replied Bobby, smiling. Page 86 THE HALL LIGHT An Omaha man had a friend from a Wyoming ranch in the city on a business deal, and at noon they proceeded to a downtown restaurant and had luncheon together. The Wyoming person ate his entire meal with his knife. When he was near the end he discovered that he had no fork. Say,” he called to the Omaha man, that waiter didn't give me a fork.” Well, you don't need one.” replied the Omaha man, seriously. The duce I don't!” came from the Wyoming man. What am I going to stir my coffee with?” The little girl was a very timid little soul, and her father was trying to reason her out of her fears. He tried to tell her that there was nothing to fear in mice and frogs and bugs. Papa, she asked, ain't you 'fraid of Lugs?” No, dear.” .Ain't you 'fraid of snakes? No, dear.” Papa, ain’t you 'fraid of nothing else in the whole world but just mamma?” Teacher: Give an illustration of great will power.” Billy Brown: To refrain from using imaginary brakes when my sister is driving the car.” Billkins: Why the suit case? Leaving town ?” Wilikins: No, our church is giving a rummage sale and I am just taking my clothes down town until it is over.” Lady: Doesn’t that little boy swear terribly.” Urchin: Yes'm, he sure does. He don’t put any expression into it at all.” Explorer: Just to show you the advance of civilization — in the past the Eskimos used to eat candles for desert.” Old Lady: And now I suppose they eat electric light bulbs.” Frank Steffen (on Ladd bus) : Who ain't here, holler I!” It would take more than an anesthetic to dispell the ignorance of some people. Doctor, do you think the anesthetic will make me sick?” No, madam,” replied the surgeon, I think not.” But still she was not satisfied. But, she continued, how long will it be before I know anything?” Madam,” replied the other gravely as he signaled to his assistant that he was ready, don’t you think that is asking a great deal of the anesthetic? My father thinks that drink’s a curse, My mother is a wet; My aunt says there is nothing worse Than rum discovered yet; My uncle bawls old Volstead out— He's for the law’s repeal, While sister with a lusty shout Asks light wines with each meal. Our doctor says the bone dry act Is nothing but a fake, The druggist says, Now for a fact This prohibition’s jake.” My pastor’s cry is Modify!” My lawyer shouts It’s great!” Now what I ask is how am I To keep the matter straight? Doctor: Are you taking the medicine regularly? Patient: I tasted it and decided that I’d rather have the cough.” Make a sentence using the word evanescent.” Well, well, well, evanescent my old friend Charlie!” We’re coming to a tunnel — are you afraid?” She: Not if you take that cigar out of your mouth.” It took eight sittings.” What? Have you been having your portrait painted?” No, learning to skate.” Page 87 THE HALL LIGHT Senior Will We, the class of 1931 of Hall Township High School, being of sound mind and most lofty and exalted ideals before departing from these familiar haunts of obdurate, unsusceptible, impenetrable travail and exertion, are inclined to lavishly bestow upon our adolescent, inexperienced legatees the extent of our real and personal possessions, to-wit: Unus: To the school in general we bestow and bequeath our tender memory. Duo: To the school in general, including Messieurs Sarver and Tyler, our sincerest sympathies, as they will be subjected to the pranks and capers of our unbalanced followers. SLICE TWO We the Seniors of 1931, as individuals, do generously bestow upon certain worthy persons these propitiations of good will, to wit: Article I. I, Stacia Bernatavicz, do will and bestow to Ardis Coss my incessant line of chatter. Article II. I, Vincent Cinotto, bestow to Leslie Nelson my melodious violin. Article III. I, Ned Nesti, do will and bestow to John Condie my ability, to attract girls. Article IV. We, Burt Hurst and Margaret Kramer, bequeath to Mike Zuccarini and Charolette Petty, our set of Coon Saunders new orthophonic reducing records reproduced by special permission of the Federal Radio Commission operating on a frequency of 50 bicycles and 200 pounds. Article V. I, Howard Hill, bequeath to Laverne Miller my ability to drive and wreck a car. Article VI. I, Jennie Bianchi, do bestow on Betty Neubauer my ability to translate Latin. Article VII. I, Franklin Schurtz, do leave to Edward Salmon, my suppressed desire, Aileen Evans. Article VIII. I, William Keay, do bequeath to John Hanson my crooning saxa-phone. Article IX. We, Irene Pozzi, August Querciagrossa, and Lloyd Johnson, bestow on Mr. Toney, Miss Thompson, and Miss Slack our ability to chew and snap our gum. Article X. I, Robert Wright, bequeath to Frances Leiendecker my ability to tickle the ivories. Article XI. I, Joseph Mazaika, leave my huge Cadillac size to the high school Austin, Red McFadden. Article XII. I, John Repka, do will and bestow on Charles Helwig my gracefulness as a dancer. Article XIII. We, Helen Floyd and Kathryn Goering, do bequeath to Doris Nor-quist and Kathryn Martin our knowledge of wild things. Article XIV. I, Catherine Foley, bestow to Dorothy Dwyer my ability to convince the man who wants Carolina Moon that he should have a Red Hot Mamma.” Article XV. I, Albert Shea, do will and bestow on Joe Flenghi, my winning smile and curley hair. Article XVI. I, Teresa Serena, do leave to Margaret McFadden my soft crooning oice. Article XVII. I, Louis Lolli, bequeath to James Riva my loyalty to the Cubs. Article XVIII. I, Chester Lakin, do will and bestow to my sister Ann Lakin my powerful and Luxurious Overland. Article XIX. I, Florence Genslinger, do leave to Kathyrn Latham my seat in the Seatonville bus. Article XX. I, Mildred Gadoury, do will and leave to Dorothy Woerner my swarm of boy friends. Page 88 THE HALL LIGHT Article XXI. I, Louise Fenoglio, bequeath to Harold Bernstein my ability to draw up constitutions. Article XXII. I, Martin Ziel, leave to Claude Vogt my knowledge of carpentry. Article XXIII. I, Stella Redshaw, bestow to Hazel Weber my dignity. Article XXIV. I, Nathan Bernstein, do will and bequeath my winning way with women to Joseph Smith. Article XXV. I, Edna Mae Kleinfall, do leave to Charles Zematis my first place on the Senior Honor Roll. Article XXVI. I, Richard Hill, do will and bestow upon John Yuskus my book on How to become a Famous Actor” in two parts. Article XXVII. We, William Shaffer and Fred Faletti,, leave to Ed. Wilkaitis, and Mike Mazaika our famous leaflet on How to Run Out of Gas and Make the Girl Believe It.” Article XXVIII. I, Herbert Wheeler, bequeath to Charles Ferroni my ability as a catcher. Article XXIX. I, Hazel Weisenburger, do will and bestow to Gladys Cox my innocent ways. Article XXX. I, George Norquist, do will and bestow to Patrick Mahoney my speed and endurance on the Cinder Path. Article XXXI. We, Jenny Braida and Dorothy Wolfe, do will and bestow on Helen Decker and Lorraine McDonald our methods of alluring shieks. Article XXXII. I, Gustave Lust, bequeath to Guy Hill my quietness. Article XXXIII. I, David Simpson, do will and bestow to Mr. Bradley my complete mastery of the English vocabulary. Article XXXIV. I, Thomas Cantwell, bequeath to Doris Leonard my politeness. Article XXXV. I, Alice Collier, do leave to Aileen Evans my efficient methods of house keeping. (Aileen may need them). Article XXXVI. I, Catherine Fanti, do will to Mary Volpini my dark curley hair. Article XXXVII. I, Clarence Cowell, bequeath to Harold Champly my natural ability as a history shark. Article XXXVIII. We, Christine and Helen Robich, do will and bestow to Angelina Petitti and Ireta Frasco our book on The Art of Make Up.” Article XXXIX. I, Marion Bradbeer, do v ill and bestow to Red Mitchell my subscriptions to Good Housekeeping” and Needle Craft.” Article XXXX. I, Bertha McCook do will to John Yerly my studious habits. Article XXXXI. I, Freda Darwish, do hereby bestow on Yolanda Buff my book on How To Demonstrate Red Cross Lectures.” Article XXXXII. I, Bertha Silverstein, do leave to Irene Buff my bold and audacious way. Article XXXXIII. I, Geno Canovi, do will and bequeath my position in the Black Eye Suzan Club to Hugo Lanuti. Article XXXXIV. I, Donald Schrock, do leave my supoena duce stecum” to account for the shortage in the advertising fund of the Hall Times to Stewart Halm. Article XXXXV. We, Eurith Halm and Irene Mason, do will and bequeath to Margaret Rafter and Leona Mason our movie contracts with the Raw Tan Fillum Co., Incorporated. Article XXXXVI. I, Anton Podowicz, do will and bestow to Frank Steffen my ability as a debater. Article XXXXVII. I, Lena Torn, do leave to Lena Marlowe my red hair. Article XXXXVIII. I, Louis Faletti, do will and bestow my extensive appetite to the girls who are reducing. Article XXXXIX. I, Peter Mattioda, do leave to Mike Mazaika my ability to talk to girls without blushing. Article XXXXX. I, Arthur Sweet, leave to the fortunate person who is destined to write the class will of 1932, my hope that it will be a better one. Page 89 THE HALL LIGHT Cheerful Little Earfull” 1. What famous bridge needs repairs and why? London Bridge is Falling Down.” 2. When does father carry his shoes into the house? Three O'Clock in the Morning. 3. What is a beautiful American flower? Narcissus.” 4. What kind of bells are there besides church bells, cow bells, and wedding bells? School Bells. 5. What type of widow is most common? Merry Widow.” 6. Where is the other side of the street? Over There.” 7. What is the best season for golf? In the Good Old Summer Time. 8. What did all the slaves sing after their owner drank bootleg hootch? Massa’s in the Cold, Cold Ground. 9. What is one of the oldest cities in the world ? Holy City.” 10. What is Germany's most famous college? Old Heidleburg.” 11. What does a girl secretly call her big, good-looking boy-friend? My Hero.” 12. What did a beautiful young girl say after she pushed her hubby over the cliff? The End of a Perfect Day.” 13. What is one of Europe’s famous rivers? Blue Danube. 14. What is something to walk on in a great American city? Sidewalks of New York.” 13. What is the name of a famous old Irish lady? Mother Machree.” 16. What is it that takes some people, es- pecially lovers, a long while to say? Good bye-ee.” 17. What was the cause of the little girl’s crying? The Bfoken Doll.” 18. What did the cat see that no one else saw? Sally in Our Alley.” 19. What 3 animals became famous because they were blind? Three Blind Mice.” 20. What does the father of an eighteen year old girl watch closely at night? Grandfather’s Clock. 21. Where do most rich people go in winter? Down South.” 22. What does the boy, who has played hookey and said he was sick, say as he leaves the superintendent’s office? They wouldn’t Believe Me.” 23. What weddings are never seen? Fairy Wedding, The Wedding of the Bird, and The Wedding of the Wind. 24. What do you usually receive from a per- son who is in Europe? Souvenir.” 23. What does a good looking couple make? A Peach of a Pair.” 26. What saying is commonly used today when two men meet? Cheer Up, Good Times are Coming. 27. What is impossible to do on some nights? Get Out and Get Under the Moon. 28. What side of the street do most people walk on in winter? On the Sunny Side of the Street. 29. What does a hesitant person usually say before taking a dare? Should I.” 30. What are the most important things in life? The Little Things in Life.” 31. What is the time when a part of person’s body becomes worth money? When Your Hair Has Turned to Silver.” 32. Where do most things happen? Around the Corner.” 33. What ride is more famous than a buggy ride? Paul Revere’s Ride.” 34. What does a boy with a bad report card beg of his sister? Just Break the News to Mother.” 33. When is the best time for a farmer’s son to ask for a touch?” When the Work’s All Done This Fall.” 36. What are the dearest slippers in the world ? Oh Dem Golden Slippers. 37. What woke dad up last night? Kitten on the Keys.” 38. What is the lazy person’s motto? Tomorrow is Another Day. 39- What march is it that all schools can’t play after a game? Victory March.” 40. Where is a place that a chair cannot be put? On Wisconsin.” Page 90 THE HALL LIGHT 41. What is it some people eat with? 'Chopsticks.” 42. What do the people who get in at 5 a.m. say? Here Comes the Sun. 43. For what do great painters need money? Fainting the Clouds with Sunshine. 44. Why do we like best the teachers who stay home? Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder.” 45. What boy and girl became known through a bucket of water? Jack and Jill.” 48. Where Does the Wife go when she quarrels with her husband? Home, Sweet Home. 49. What does the country girl say when she gets lost in Chicago? Show Me the Way to Go Home.” 50. Upon what trail didn’t any pioneer travel? On the Rainbow Trail.” 51. What would you suggest some opera singers sing? Sing Something Simple. 52. What did father see when he fell? Stars and Stripes Forever.” 46. When did he promise to return? When It s Springtime in the Rockies.” 47. What is the number of answers a brilliant person usually has correct on an examination? Ninety-Nine out of a Hundred.” 53. What did many people sing during the winter of 1930-31? I’ve got the Mumps. 54. What is it usually necessary to say after telling a poor joke? Smile Darn You Smile.” Edna Mae Kleinfall Jokes We could tell some more jokes; what’s the use? You’d only laugh at them. Fond Mother: We must cable Bert some money right away! His letter says: I am in a tight place’.” Wise Dad: Tut, Tut! Didn’t you notice that the letter was written in Scotland?” A young man just out of college sought the advice of a hard headed and successful business man. Tell me, please, how I should go about getting a start in the great game of business.” Sell your wrist watch and buy an alarm clock,’’ was the laconic reply. Smith: I’m certainly surprised to find you in this night club.” Jones: I’ve been here all evening. How is it you didn’t notice me before? Smith: This is the first time I’ve looked under the table.” Optimist: What has become of the man who used to sprawl over three seats in a crowded street car?” Pessimist: He now drives a flivver in the middle of the road.” Rufus was proudly sporting a new shirt when a friend asked, How many yards does it take to make a shirt like dat one Rufus? Weall, Suh, replied Rufus, Ah got two shirts like this out’n one yard last night.” A young swede appeared at the county judge’s office and asked for a license. What kind of a license? asked the judge. A hunting license? No,” was the answer. Aye tank aye bane hunting long enough. Aye want marriage license. Student: Do you consider that insanity is on the decrease?” Expert: It seems to be! But then a lot of things used to be regarded as crazy that are very popular today!” Page 91 THE HALL LIGHT A question asked in a Science test was as follows: A substance used to counteract a poison as an ............ K Gladys Brandner — Anecdote. The Observant Child Little Child, does your papa have much trouble with his automobile?” Yes, sir. He has as much trouble with it as if he was married to it.” Yearning for Utterance Frances Leiendecker was told that she must not talk at the table — that children must be seen and not heard. One day at a company dinner her mother noticed that she apparently gasped for breath. What is the matter, darling?” Mother, my mouth is so full of words, I can't swallow!” Here's a fellow,” said Mr. Sweet, who wants to know what musical instrument produces foot notes.” Tell him a shoe horn, suggested John Hanson. Anna Marie Ballerin: Gossip doesn't pay. Helen Hanney: I'm beginning to agree with you. The last secret I heard cost me two dollars for extra telephone tolls.” In school was a small colored boy named John. The children called him Midnight. Later, a boy of the same race entered school and took the same privilege of calling him midnight. Yeah, ain't got no right to call me Midnight” said John, you am about half-past eleven yourself.” Frank Savoure (at Zoo) : Oh, look at the Hippopotamus.” Lesslie Nelson: That's not a hippopotamus, it's a rhinoceros. Can’t you see its radiator cap?” Captain: All hands on deck! The ship is leaking.” Voice from the bunks: Aw, put a pan under it and go to bed!” Ambrose Beltramini went into a restaurant and sat down. The proprietor came up and said, I have boiled tongue, spare ribs, fried liver, leg of calf, and pigs feet. Never mind telling me your troubles,” replied Andy Just bring me ham and eggs.” Mr. Nesti: Of course, you've read of Columbus making an egg stand.” Louis Lollil: Yes, and I've seen another Italian make a peanut stand.” Proof Gladys Cos: Ma, was Robinson Crusoe an acrobat?” Mother: I don't know. Why?” Gladys: Well, here it reads that after he had finished his day's work he sat on his chest.” Identified Did you meet that fellow I mentioned to you while you were in North Dakota? What kind of looking fellow was he?” He was a Swedish-looking chap and had light hair. O Mildred Gadoury: Don't you think Miss Elderly looks much younger in her new hat?” Helen Robich: Indeed I do. Why, it makes her look but very little older than she says she is.” Mr. Bradley (drawing two parallel lines on black board) : What relation are these two lines to each other?” Warren Johnson: Twins.” Its Usual Remark Clarence Cowell: William, what does money say when it talks?” William Keay (speaking from personal experience) : Good-bye.” Catherine Torri: (referring to Theresa Guidorni): She talks like a book.” Eileen Evans: Yes, the volume of her speech is truly wonderful.” Page 92 ■ THE HALL LIGHT DR. TORAASON DENTIST Spring Valley, 111. DR. O. C. HYSLOP, M.D. Ladd Spring Valley Phone R1301 Phone Main 245 DR. J. J. MORAN, M.D. DR. ROLANDER DENTIST Spring Valley, 111. Spring Valley, 111. Page 93 THE HALL LIGHT ■ WE THANK YOU! Abraham's Barto and Son Benders Grocery Cassiday Bros. Campeggio, J. Central Illinois Dairy Conway-Sabbattini Coveny's Garage Davies Variety Store Edwards Garage Fchr Son Florence Beauty Shop Gunthers Hunter-Doherty Co. Illinois Power Light Co. Kirby Clinic Knauf’s Hardware Imp. Store Knauf's Garage Koyak Riva La Pearle Beauty Shoppe Ladd Lumber Co. Ladd Elevator Co. Mason, C. A. Minni, Jobbi Michelson Overall Co. Neben Co. Nestler, A. Neon Displays of Illinois Northwestern Grain Elevator Co. Pozzi, Mrs. Geno Raviola Inn Ros-Syl Studio Spring Valley City Bank Spring Valley Gazette Spring Valley Motor Co. Swanson Balestri Garage Simpson's Restaurant Thompson’s Drug Co. Tourist Garage Valley Flower Shoppe W. W. Restaurant Western Sand Gravel Co. White Studio Dr. Hvslop Dr. Toraason Dr. Rolander Dr. Moran Franklin Press Smile a While Miss Slack: ’'We’ll have to celebrate Arbor Day and Bird Day in some way or other.” Querrigrossa: I know — We’ll feed the gold fish.” Mary had a little flea, She got it from her dog; She put it on a little pig And now it’s a little hog. Mary had a little lamb, Her father shot it dead; Now she takes it to school with her Between two slices of bread. Jones: Have you seen one of those instruments that can tell when a man is lying?” Smith: Seen one? Heck, I married one.” A Trusting Soul Can you loan me Ten Dollars for a few days?” I am very sorry, but I have only Nine Dollars and Seventy Cents with me.” Well, let me have that — I am not afraid to trust you for the thirty cents!” She: What would you do if I should cry?” He: I’d hang out a sign, 'Wet Paint’.” How to tell a professor from a student: Ask him what it is, and if he says it’s a pronoun he’s a professor. Homesickness may be an awful affliction but nobody has ever had to be operated on for it. The reason they call a sailboat she” is because they make a better showing in the breeze. In keeping with the current rage, there comes the miniature cocktail: One drink and in a miniture out. If he still has his appendix and his tonsils, the chances are that he is a doctor. Now that the football is over at college, the men who made the team are wearing their letters. And the co-eds who made the team are wearing fraternity pins. Page 94 THE HALL LIGHT H CENTRAL ILLINOIS DAIRY PRODUCTS CO. RO-KER BRAND PASTEURIZED MILK CREAM, COTTAGE CHEESE CREAM CHEESE AND BUTTER “Good Milk Brings Good Health1 Page 95 Discriminating People Have Their Portraits of Distinction Made by The Ros Syl Studio By Gross BLOOMINGTON ILLINOIS □ Come to us for portraits that express charm and individuality Page 96 LADD LUMBER COAL COMPANY LUMBER, BUILDING MATERIALS AND COAL PHONE R-371 LADD, ILLINOIS EDWARDS WHITE'S GARAGE STUDIO PORTRAIT CHEVROLET and COMMERCIAL SALES AND SERVICES PHOTOGRAPHERS OGLESBY LADD ILLINOIS ILL. Page 97 THE HALL LIGHT PETER’S DIAMOND BRAND SHOES For All Members of the Family FLORSHEIM SHOES FOR THE MAN WHO CARES Shoes Repaired to Look Like New JOBBI MINI SHOE STORE LADD, ILL. Franklin Neben: I know a fellow once that swallowed his tongue!” Stuart Halm: Gosh! What did he do then?” Franklin Neben: Coughed it up, Silly!” Miss Slack: The wind-pipe is divided into two — what?” Bernard McDonald: Two parts.” Dorothy Wolfe: Drops handkerchief. Anton Podowicz: Picks it up — offers it to her. Dorothy Wolfe: (absent-m i n d e d 1 y) ’Scuse me.” Miss Slack: And to prevent little boys from stealing grapes, the farmers would—” Anton Podowicz: Set mouse traps!” Wm. Keay: You know Willie, there is just one thing wrong with you!” Millie Batten: What’s that?” Wm. Keay: Everything!” After Dinner Speaker I understand that your husband is something of an after-dinner speaker, said Mrs. Brown. Yes, answered Mrs. Tomkins, What he is liable to say after-dinner is the reason we can't keep a cook.” Miss Slack: Everytime you kiss, it shortens your life three minutes. Querrigrossa: Whew! No wonder Valentino died!” Miss Slack: When are birds the most active?” (Meaning what time of day). Stuart Halm: When they’re not married! Page 98 THE HALL LIGHT ■ The Thompson Drug Company GEO. H. THOMPSON, Manager The exa CiStore 130 East St. Paul Street Spring Valley, Illinois “In business for YOUR HEALTH since 1885” Page 99 THE HALL LIGHT KOYAK RIVA Wholesale Jobbers SPRING VALLEY ILLINOIS Ladd Elevator Company GOOD SERVICES GOOD MATERIALS Grain, Flour, Feeds, Coal, Salt, Steel Fence Posts, and Stoso’s Motor Oils Phone R81 Ladd, 111. S. ABRAHAM SONS Wholesale and Retail DRY GOODS, HOSIERY, UNDERWEAR AND NOTIONS We Specialize in Advertised Lines Only Our Motto: Quality Merchandise at Reasonable Prices Phone 27 Spring Valley DE SOTO (six-eight) WILLYS PLYMOUTH SPRING VALLEY MOTOR CO. Repairs — Services Main 23 SPRING VALLEY Page 100 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ Steele Kenney The Spring Valley Gazette and Ladd Journal Furniture Hardware All the news that is fit to print. Read and believed throughout Eastern Bureau County. Progressive merchants find that it — E. Dakota St. SPRING VALLEY - ILLINOIS “Pays to Advertise in the Gazette” QUALITY JOB PRINTING TO THE CLASS of 1931 WE EXTEND CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES FOR SUCCESS ILLINOIS POWER LIGHT CORPORATION Page 101 THE HALL LIGHT =::--::- =::==:=:=:=:= = Miss Slack: What is a common disinfectant used in the home?” Louis Picco: Fly-tox.” His Nose Knows Daughter: Oh, papa, what is your birth-stone?” Father of Twelve: My dear, I’m not sure, but I think it is a grindstone.” My Word Suave Auto Salesman: It runs so smoothly you can’t feel it, so quietly you can’t hear it, has such perfect ignition you can’t smell it, and as far as speed — you can’t see it.” Londoner: My word! How do you know the bally thing is there?” Miss Slack: (in Biology) Where do we go from here?” Franklin Nebcn: (in stage whisper) Let's go home.” You Tell Him, I Stutter Sailor: P-p-p-p-p” Captain: Well, sing it if you cannot say it.” Sailor: Should old acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind — the bloomin’ cook’s fell overboard and is twenty miles behind. Franklin Neben: (filling out Biology blank) Hey! What school is this?” Stuart Halm: Why, High School, you big dumbbell! Auto driver: Have you some of that gasoline that stops knocking?” Attendant: Yes, sir.” Auto driver: Then, give my wife a glass.” NORTHWESTERN GRAIN LIVESTOCK CO. FLOUR DICKONSON’S STEEL SALT GLOBE POSTS TWINE FEEDS WIRE FOR HOGS — POULTRY — CATTLE PHONE — R-331 SEATONVILLF. Page 102 THE HALL LIGHT A LOOK INTO THE FUTURE! If one could glance into a crystal — look into the future — one would see the students of today carrying on and improving the work in our world of progress. Education lays the foundation for future success — equips our students of today to be builders of tomorrow. Another look into the future shows the part a good bank connection plays in tomorrow’s success. Here, too, you may build for tomorrow by letting this reliable bank assist you and advise you in your financial affairs of today. Our experience and facilities are at your service. Spring Valley City Bank SPRING VALLEY, ILL. Capital and Surplus $100,000.00 Page 103 THE HALL LIGHT Joseph Campeggio CHRYSLER WHIPPET Steamship Ticket INTERNATIONAL Agency FOREIGN EXCHANGE GENERAL INSURANCE HENRY KNAUF’S GARAGE Repair Shop Phone: Residence — L-1761 Business — L-1331 QUAKER STATE OIL Phone — R-146I Ladd, 111. LADD ILLINOIS CONWAY - SABBATINI Groceries - Meats COMPLIMENTS OF FERNDELL BRAND RAVIOLA INN Pete Grivetti, Prop. BABY STUART BRAND QUALITY FOODS Ladd, Illinois Phone — R-1581 Ladd, III. Page 104 THE HALL LIGHT AUTO SPRINGS PETER BARTO for SONS ALL MAKES OF CARS FUNERAL DIRECTORS CYLINDER REBORING AND PISTONS GROUND A SPECIALTY LICENSED EMBALMERS Neben . Co♦ Ambulance Service Tel. Main 2121 Phone 109L1 SPRING VALLEY ILLINOIS SPRING VALLEY ILLINOIS ULSTER- DOEIERTY LUMBER CO. SPRING VALLEY ILLINOIS The boy that gets this job must be fast.” Mister, I'm so fast that I can drink water out of a sieve.” It’s time to get a dog license again. You keep a dog, don't you?” No. If we hear a noise in the night, we bark ourselves.” Teresa: You don't love me any more. When you see me crying now you don't ask me why. Kuptow: I'm awfully sorry, dear, but that question has already cost me a lot of money.” Waiter: Haven't they given you a menu yet, sir? Bully G. (wearily): Yes, but I finished that an hour ago.” Page 105 THE HALL LIGHT A GOOD RESTAURANT in A Good Town W. W. RESTAURANT E. ST. PAUL ST. SPRING VALLEY, ILL. Is your wife economical?” Sometimes. She had only twenty-six candles on her fortieth birthday cake last night.” What must one do to have beautiful hands?” Nothing.” Why do you believe that your new neighbor is a Scotchman?” I noticed that he made his little boy catch his rubber ball on the first bounce.” What makes you think Atlas was a bad man?” asked the teacher curiously. The boys say,” replied little Tommy that he held up the whole world.” Red Murphy Jr. (watching a man spread a blanket over his Ford engine, on a cold day) : Hey, Mister! I wouldn't ride in a car, if I was ashamed of it!” Herbie: Isn't there something wrong with this cake you baked?” Marian: No, it must be your taste; the cook book says it's delicious.” A girl we hate Is Lizzie Gripps She borrows all Our paper clips. —Steno Silly Sally Says: Gigolos” are French heels. Little Red Riding Hood is just another accessary for a Ford. Chaperon is the name of a new shade in hosiery. A slush fund is what folks with budgets buy galoshes with. A joint account is when a wife keeps all the money in her stocking. An advance agent is a pawn broker. Page 106 ■ xxoxxxxmxxxmvwx THE HALL LIGHT MRS. GENO POZZI SON Everything in Dry Goods and Men’s Furnishings Dressmaking — Altering Royal and Boon Tailored Clothes For Men Phone R-1161 Ladd, III. Telephone 60R1M TOURIST GARAGE SERVICE STATION HUDSON-ESSEX Auto Accessories and Supplies 527 West Dakota St. Spring Valley - - Illinois Bender’s The Last Word in Meats and Groceries Phone 4 Food — 4 L 2 Quality foods plus delivery service at fairer prices than “cash and carry” stores offer. E. DAKOTA ST. SPRING VALLEY Page 107 ■ THE HALL LIGHT ■ CASSIDAY BROTHERS Billiard Hall and Soda Fountain HEADQUARTERS FOR ALL SPORTS SPRING VALLEY ILLINOIS VALLEY FLOWER SHOPPE Morrow Bros., Florists “Say It With Flowers” Valley Theatre Bldg. Spring Valley Phone 257 Peru Phone 1504-R Page 108 THE HALL LIGHT The Western Sand Gravel Co. PRODUCERS AND SHIPPERS OF Road Gravel, Washed Gravel Crushed Gravel and Sand SPRING VALLEY, ILLINOIS Compliments of MICHELSON OVERALL CO. SPRING VALLEY ILL. Page 109 THE HALL LIGHT Toys In Season For The Season Davies Variety Store GENERAL MERCHANDISE SCHOOL SUPPLIES 110 East St. Paul St. Spring Valley 111. Phone 86R1 Specialties Notions Stationery NEON DISPLAYS OF ILLINOIS Manufacturers of Neon Signs ADVERTISE THE NEON WAY” Office and Factory SPRING VALLEY, ILL. “WHEN IN DOUBT’ BUY AT CHAS, FEHR SON 33 YEARS SERVING THE PUBLIC FOR FURNITURE, RUGS, AND HARDWARE Try a Philco or Atwater Kent Radio or a Maytag Washer in Your Own Home. If It Doesn’t Sell Itself, Don’t Keep It. OUR SLOGAN — A STRAIGHT BUSINESS POLICY Page 110 THE HALL LIGHT ■ Maude: Did you vote?” Kate: No, it was just too provoking! I was in the booth, and had started to mark my ballot, when I discovered that I had lost my powder puff! Stern Parent: Willie, I’d like to go through one whole day without once scolding or punishing you.” Willie: Well, mother, you have my consent.” This is just about the time of the year that the freshman discovers the rushing theme song. You know, Those Little White Lies.” Lightning is like a man, it won’t shock you unless attracted. Sweet: After all, fools make life amusing. When all the fools are dead I don't want to be alive.” Nate: Never fear, you won’t be. Vince: When my mustache is long enough I am going to curl it.” C. Torri: Why don't you wax it?” Vince: What do you think it is — a dance floor?” Rev. Slensby: At the request of Deacon Stubble, we have just sung: Will There Be Any Stars In My Crown?’ Does anyone else wish to make a selection?” Sister Spit-fire (who has not spoken to the deacon for two years) : ”1 think it would be very appropriate for us to sing: 'No, Not One!’ ” McCormickrDeering Power Farm Equipment “Good Equipment Makes A Good Farm Better” KnauFs Hardware Impl. Store Phone R 1581 LADD, ILL. Page 111 THE HALL LIGHT MARCELLING PERMANENT WAVING LAPEARLE BEAUTY SHOPPE All Branches of Beauty Culture PEARL QUERCIAGROSSA, Prop. E. Dakota St. PHONE 130 L-l SPRING VALLEY Ask Your Dealer For GUNTHER’S VISCOLIZED ICE CREAM Eat a Plate Every Day Not How Cheap But How Good Page 112 THE HALL LIGHT � H� «SSS=S=S ■ Simpson’s Restaurant Home Cooked Meals At ALL HOURS MARGARET SIMPSON, Prop. EAST DAKOTA STREET SPRING VALLEY, ILL. Ford Cars - Trucks COVENY’S GARAGE Phone 151 R-l Spring Valley Page 113 THE HALL LIGHT ■ For When You Want the Best CAR WASHING And You Want to Save GREASING In STORAGE Socks - Ties - Shirts Simonizing a Specialty Overalls - Shoes General and Seiberling Tires Go to Batteries and Charging Agent for Tents and Awnings ARNOLD NESTLER C. A. Mason HIGH GRADE SHOE REPAIRING SPRING VALLEY ILLINOIS Spring Valley, 111. UNUSUAL QUALITY AT NEW LOW PRICES THE QRE AT AMERICAN VALUE SWANSON BALESTRI SPRING VALLEY, ILL. ■ THE HALL LIGHT oooeoooooooooooo ■ Florence Beauty Shop FLORENCE SHACHTNER, Mgr. PHONE 210-R-l Over Thompson’s Spring Valley Drug Store Illinois Compliments of KIRBY CLINIC Spring Valley, 111. Page 115 Enhancing a Qood Name RAN KLIN—a name reuered when euer any subject relatiue to the printing industry is discussed. Q|lPe keenly appreciate the responsibility u?hich rests with us in carrying forward the ideals with which benjamin Franklin instilled this craft. Q|This school is assisting us in maintaining our reputa tion for superior quality and depend ability in seruice. Q| IPe can produce the whole book or any part of it. CThe Franklin Company 328 South Jefferson Street CHICAQO ILLINOIS H RT PRINTINQ ENQRAUINQ ELECTROTlfPlN Q VOUS-ERS PARLE . SKI PPJ ANG TOO PA SIS TEPS RACKETEERS CHUMS AUGUST STUDES EASCENDERS ERIN GO BRAGH CAVE MEN? Autographs Autographs WE THANK YOU To the following people we wish to express our sincere appreciation for the work they have contributed to the annual to make it a success. We wish to thank the businessmen who have so generously advertised in this book. We wish to thank our faculty advisers, Miss Olive and Mr. Tyler, who gave us so much of their time and ability. We also wish to thank the printing classes of the Vocational department for the production of the colored division pages. THE STAFF