Harmony High School - The Ferguson Yearbook (Harmony, ME)

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THE FERGUSON 9 Local News FRESHMAN RECEPTION The first social event of the school year 1934-35, was the Freshman Reception direct- -ed by the Sophomores. Each member of the Freshman class was required to perform some sort of stunt before the audience. During the social which followed, refreshments were sold. This was quite well attended and the proceeds went to the Sophomore class treas- ury. HALLOWEEN BALL The Hallowe'en Ball was supervised by the Juniors this year as the Seniors were busy with their class play. The hall was decorated with colors suitable for the occasion. The music was furnished by the Static Broad- casters . During intermission refreshments were on sale. A large crowd attended and the dance was enjoyed by all. SENIOR PLAY The next event was the Senior Play, A Bunch of Fun . It was w-ell coached by Miss Adams and successfully presented November 7, 1934. The cast was as follows: Rev. Stephen Grandon Robert Johnson Mary, his wife Avis Bowdoin Martha, his sister Rita Willis Christina, a Swedish maid Helen Nason Raymond Hunting Ashley R-owell Vera Matherson Evangeline Morecroft Nina Lee Ida McLaughlin Barbara Foss Emma Longfellow Walter Raleigh Effie Chadbourne Myron Reed Lauriston Cooley Eleanor Campbell The members of the cast acted their parts well and the play was a success in all ways. A dance was held after the play with music Cecily Moorland Sylvia Stewart Lynn Lockwood Alice Hunting Murray Kent Tacks Mulford Mrs. Selina Blair 'by the Static Broadcasters . BASKETBALL SUPPERS As is the usual custom, lunches were served to the visiting teams after the games. The opponents seemed to appreciate the sup- pers for they returned the kindness when our teams visited them. GIRLS' BASKETBALL BANQUET During the past season the girls' team was very successful. The girls were loyally supported by their 'fellow students and the townspeople. The citizens were evidently very proud of the team for they gave a delightful banquet in hon-or of the basketball girls. The ban- quet, provided by many kind citizens was held March 27. The dining hall was prettily decorated with the school colors and a taable was reserved for th-e girls' team and their coach. In the center of the table was a large cake which was later cut and served by the captain, Ida McLaughlin. After everybody had been served, Mr. McLaughlin, the toastmaster, gave a talk in which he praised and encouraged the girls' basketball team. Mr. McLaughlin then called upon the bas- ketball coach, John Plummer, Jr. In his speech he stated that he was proud of the girls and that it was mostly through their own efforts that they had accomplished so much. Coach Plummer then called upon Captain McLaughlin. She thanked the citi- zens for their support and interest in bas- ketball, and voiced her appreciation to the coach for his kindness and patience in guid- ing them through the season. Several other members of the team were asked to speak as well as many of the townspeople. I am sure that this little gathering brought the parents and students to a state of closer understanding. To know that the parents were interested in the activities of the school encouraged the pupils and inspired them to work hard in order to gain the good wishes of all their friends. In the evening, there were three basketball games. The first was played by the small boys of the grades. Of course they did not know much about basketball, but the audience seemed to enjoy the game all the m-one be- cause off' that fact. In the next game the girls' basketball team opposed the boys' bas- ketball team. The boys won, although the

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THE FERGUSON Kb Then, under an apple tree, Such a serious vow, A little queen who had been crowned Under a leafy bough. Sitting at night with my memories, Listening to the rain My heart goes back to my school days, And I re-live those moments again.. -B. Foss, '35. MEMORIES We sit by the fire dreaming, Dreaming of days gone by, Memories come back again Which make each one sigh. When we were children together, A barefoot boy and girl, I adored y-our eyes of blue And worshipped each golden curl. Other memories returning Remind me of the day When we stood 'neath apple' blossoms- I love you, I heard you say. For richer or poorer-better or worse, Till death doth you part? - I do. And with two words you became my Vowing that you'd be true. And then most wonderful of all- My heart leaped with joy As the nurse came thro' the doorway With, Congratulations, a boy! And two growing old together, Going slowly down the pathway of Tho' your golden hair is turning gray You'l1 always be my beloved wife. Wife, life, -A. M. B., '35. I WONDER? Anson doesn't like to study, But he surely likes to fool. As our teachers tell us We can't do that in school. They talk and talk to him But it doesn't do any good. The threaten to ut him in a strai ht- 'acket. Y P g J It ought to be a hood. He'll throw paper, books and pencils, Anything that's good and handy, And to tell the truth, I think He is related to Amos 'n Andy. He never knows his French lesson, In Chemistry he's not so dumb, I guess he doesn't like his literature, So, in English class he makes things The trouble isn't with Miss Adams, Nor is it with Mr. Lamson, I know the trouble isn't with me, Could the trouble be with Anson? hum. -I. E. F., '36. THE SCHOOL IMP There is a girl in H. H. S. Whose hair is red as fire, Who raises heck the whole day Who is a real live wire . long, She fools n' fools-all the time, And plays all kinds of pranks. One thing I do not understand, Is how she gets good rank. For all -of her foolish tactics She is sometimes very shy, She blushes very easily When boys come around, Oh my! She has a sense of humor To go with her iiaming locks, Now, do not be surprised, The girl is-Ida Fox. --P. L. B., '36. ,l.l.T. A POEM Here I sit- O dear me! Miss Titcomb says A poem it must be. I can't write poetry, I can't write prose, I can't write about flowers, I can't write about cl-othes Here I still sit, Trying to think. There! that pen Has run out of ink. I can't help it, It's time to stop. It's English ,time By the Main Room clock. -N. E. S., '38. SPRING In the sunny days of May When the snow has gone away, And the birds are singing sweetly in the trees, ' The boys and girls are shouting to each other cross the way, And their voices come aiioating on the breeze. All the boys and girls are happy As they smile with faces dear, For their books are put away until another Year, And the dogs have gone in swimming for the cats are up the trees, And alt last the joyful days of spring are ere. -Ronald Reed, '38.

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THE FERGUSON 49 girls were allowed to play as rough as they liked. In the last game the Harmony 'Dovsm team played against the Ripley Town team. The Harmony youths were victorious. And thus ended thre banquet. We are grateful to those who made it possible. STUDENT COUNCIL PLAY The Student Council play has not yet been presented. The books have been purchased and the parts announced. The cast for The Red-Headed Stepchild -will be as follows:- Mrs. Edith Russell Phyllis Bailey Mrs. Oliver Woodruff Freida rFowlie Mrs. Emory Scott Ruth Herrick Briggs, the butler Vaughn Giggey Lucia Russell Arlene Reed Dudley Russell Anson Snowden Richard Russell Ronald Reed Elizabeth Russell fBessJ Ida Fox George Garrison Erland Cobb Ethel Ashley Vida Fowlie Lucille Christy Eleanor Lombard Flora Farnum Minnie West This promises to be a very humorous as well as entertaining play and we hope it will be well .patronized. SENIOR BALL It has been decided that the Senior Ball will be held June 5. The hall will be decorated with the Senior class colors. There will be good music provided by the Royal Vaga- bonds . Refreshments consisting of sand- wiches, cake and home made root beer will 'be on sale at intermission. Plan to attend the ball and enjoy the entertainment with the graduates of 1935! -R. Herrick, Local Editor. . STUDENTS OF H. H. S. ' Prettiest Phyllis Bailey Wittiest Lauriston Cooley Politest Marguerite Price Smartest Ida McLaughlin Tartest Carolyn Deering Worst Mumbler Puggy Snowden Shyest .Clara Cromwell Talkiest Kate'l Morecrroft Gawkiest Sunshine Huntley Pluckiest Barbara Foss Sweetest Neatest Classiest Slickest Sunniest Funniest Milde-st Frizziest Busiest Happiest Scrappiest Dearest Oldest Most Stylish Sleepiest Best Giggler Best Wriggler Cutest Cheerfule-st Tallest Littlest Shortest Biggest Lankiest Winkiest Crankiest l Laziest Bobby Joh Emma Longfellow Ruth Herrick E Arlene Reed Edward Spaulding Ashley Rowell Ida. Fox Ronald Reed Ida Fox Helen Nason Lindon Brown Ida Fox Rita Willis Emma Longfellow Kate Morecroft Lauriston Cooley Ginnie Downs Puggy Snowden Minnie West Eleanor Campbell Eddie Spaulding Walter West Vida Fowlie Muriel Stevens Mike Reed Ginnie Downs Avis Bowdoin Charles Rowell -Carolyn Deering, '37. -Barbara Foss, '35. IMAGINE! nson getting a girl. Jimmy Downs not writing to Kenneth. Helen Nason not studying. Rita Willis not laughing. Lauriston Cooley not playing pranks. Kate Morecroft not trying to vamp some boy. Emma Longfellow not having her hair combed. Puggy Snowden behaving in class. Clara Cromwell not blushing. Ida Fox not acting foolish. Muriel Stevens being weak. Ruth Herrick not telling stories. Mike Reed not going with Ida. Dinker Brown not drawing pictures. Charles Rowell not acting fresh. The Juniors agreeing on a class ring!!! -P. L. B., '36. 4l