Hamtramck High School - Cosmos Yearbook (Hamtramck, MI)

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Q was GDM U ' A W' ., ., . 'um CLASS HISTORY fcontinuedj On the lonely observation car, enjoying the sights, were Vivian Adams and Frank Salley. Joe Petrow and Peter Kitzenski were becoming popular as prac- tical jokers. Matt Haamen's whistle took the train by storm. It was at this time that Theodore Matey began practicing for his operettic career and Virginia Merecki began using the soap of beautiful women which was later destined to bring her the title of the prettiest girl in the class. Banging on a typewriter in the remotest corner of the compartment, preparing himself for journalism, was Stanley Pawlik. It seemed that all of the important positions in the world would be filled by the June '35 graduates! The passengers filed out faithfully to see Hamtramck take the city foot- ball crown in December of 1934, aided greatly by Harry Demesko, Casey Kle- wicki, Bruno Mas, Marion Thompson and others. And then, finally, came the last stop before that end of the line -gradua- tion-and the dazed students found themselves Seniors-the supercilious Seni- ors! The great moment arrived and class elections were a breathless business -Mitchell Chojnowski was proclaimed president over Edwin Pezda. Mary Ku- bala became vice-president, Stella Zadroga, secretaryg Edward Mikrut, business manager for the fourth consecutive semester, Stanley Maksymowicz, treasurer g and Joe Rowinski and Frank Salley, sergeants-at-arms. Their chests swelled when Theodore Matey and Stella Zadroga talked themselves into the state eli- minations before losing a debate to River Rouge. And, eventually, came spring! Stephany Krecioch started Writing poetry, Stanley Sikorski declared himself in love, John Sliwa was absent two days a week and Irene Olejniczak began to look dreamy-eyed. Why, even Mr. Mentli- kowski began appearing at the study hall first hour a bit late. After several noisy discussions, peach and blue were selected as the class colors--coral peach and lotus blue. Excelsior, forever, that inspiring phrase, was selected as an appropriate motto. The talisman rose was the most popular flower and caps and gowns were rejected. On May 1, 2, and 3 the class presented Along Came Peggy with Mary Sokoluk and John Werenski in the leading roles. It was a huge success and laughter reigned supreme at the performances. The Senior Prom, featuring Benny Kyte and his Golden Tower Orchestra, held May 18, was the most im- portant event of the social season. Then there was the never-to-be forgotten day when the Seniors played hockey at the traditional skip day. One week after the Senior Farewell, on June 6, the OVGI' four hundred OC- cupants of the train step out into the world. It has been a lovely, enjoyable journey. We have few regrets at leaving. Excelsior fo1ivvf:l'. June T351 . 51 . '

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ll W9 0 .. . in A li llli S 3353 VALEDICTORIAN A scholar, sportsman and a leader are enviable titles that fittingly describe Edwin Pezda, the valedictorian of the June '35 class. With the average of 95.6 Edwin has topped the list of 453 students, the largest class in the history of the Hamtramck High School. Frank in nature and a clear thinker, he has helped out many students in dark moments of in- decision. He has served as an ideal for many. His name has been like an important fixture in school, known to all, it will undoubtedly linger in the minds of the younger students for several years to come. Unusual as the com- bination is, he is intellectual and possesses a fine Sense of humor. We all hope and sincerely wish that you, Edwin, will continue your leader- ship and claim your place among the leaders of the state, or even the world. May the harvest of choice fruit be plentiful in y0ur life. May your brilliance and personality bring about the things you H10Sl3 COVet. Good luck, Edwin! SALUTATORIAN The class salutatorian is Eugenia Czastkiewicz. The announcement has been met with approval by the student body, for all believe that she is deserving of this honor. Her average of 95.3 was gained through continuous effort and untiring en- ergy. While others went home and played, Eugenia assumed a grim determina- tion to Work out her school assignments. Many times it was extremely diffi- cult to firmly decline invitations in favor of study, but she has done it. Don't put off 'till tomorrow what you can do today is the motto by which she abides. We can conclude without fear of contradiction that the old saying is true. We wish you, Eugenia, a lot of luck and do what you can toward keeping up that effort and energy, may it make you happy and bring you the fulfillment of all your desires. .52.

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Q jr, aa U an . . . CLASS HISTORY In the fall of 1931, a train of the Hamtramck Public School line puffed into the station at the suburban city of Hamtramck. About a thousand stu- dents boarded the train. There were some seriously bent on acquiring know- ledge, others had musical talents, still others were destined to be popular ath- letes and orators. There were tall and short students, broad and thin students -all equal on that train-all with the same purpose imbedded in mind. All aboard 1 shouted the school principal, E. M. Conklin, and the train pulled out of the station. flt must be said at this point that since then we have never heard Mr. Conklin shout.J It took but a short time for the pas- sengers to become acquainted with their new surroundings and the many un- familiar faces. Some of the students were prepared for study at the outset of the journey and the number was increased as time passed. The recreation car became a favorite haunt of Al Sosnowski, Marion Thompson and Stanley Si- kora, in particular. By this time, the passengers began to display marked tendencies in cer- tain lines. Mitchell Chojnowski strived to become a business man. Edwin Pezda's ideal involved athletics. Sabina Kisielewski aspired to become a school teacher. Ignatius Pupka, in spite of unfavorable indications, vowed to place his name among the immortal lawyers of the country. Casimir Klewicki became popularly known as Casey and felt a keen urge to displace his brother from the sport spotlight. Then, without warning, came the frightful bank crisis in Michigan. Stan- ley Sikora lost his dime bank and Harry Demesko has only recently recovered from the shock of losing the tremendous amount of eighty cents! The locomo- tive puffed on, however, tugging its valuable cargo. It passsed through a ten- below-zero wave in the February of 1933 and the following month Theodore Matey walked off with the school honors in declamation. At Junior Class Junction, a few more students departed, but this number was considerably less than before. With half of the important trip completed, the passengers prepared themselves for a busy social season. Efforts at class organization found Edwin Pezda president and Mr. Alex. Mentlikowski sponsor. Plans for the first social function were drawn up and on November 18, 1933, a most enjoyable and successful J-Hop was held. Rosalie Redlin was granted a stop-over permit to relate her Michigan Tuberculosis Society essay over WMBC to win third place in the state. -SQ.