Harrison High School - Harrisonian Yearbook (Harrison, NJ)

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LUX ROMAE Consult ...,. ..... I sabelle Flaherty, '42, Clymont Rankin, '42 Qzmexfor .... ............., , ......... ........., ....... , .,.. J e a n Foster, '43 Scribe ..... ....,..........,...,........,..,..... C atherine Canning, '43 Erlzlorx ........,.,.,........... Anthony Dunaj, '42, Claire Songila, '43 Lux Romae experienced a comparative lull in activity the past school year. Pressure of community and War activities kept adviser and students so oc- cupied that plans for a comprehensive program were greatly curtailed. The social in January, under the leadership of Jean Foster and Marian Skelly, furnished the financial backing for the year's work. A sick committee was inaugurated to visit and present gifts to ailing members. b The New York City trip in 'March was a huge success, featuring the usual loss of girls' hats on the ferry. Montclair State Teachers' College was host to the Club in May. The open fireplace in the Woods furnished many luscious chops and hot dogs-plus a deep sunburn. Page Forty-eight LUX ROMAE HISTORY FORUM HISTORY FORUM Prrxiflml ,.... .,...... M ary Noon, '42 Srcrr'la1'y ,.... ......, A rchie O'Donnell, '42 Ailzfixvr ................,.......,.....,..,........,.,,...,....,.,..... Catharine E. Ward The History Forum is the latest organization to be added to our extracurricular roster. At their first meeting, the members decided to devote their time to the study of European affairs. December 7, and the attack on Pearl Harbor changed this original plan, and the emphasis was transferred from Europe to the part the United States is taking in this global war. The membership of the History Forum is made up of junior and senior history students, who meet twice a month under the direction of Miss Catharine Ward. Reports on pertinent topics are presented and discussed, with all members being accorded the privilege of expressing their opinions. This procedure is most interesting and informative, and the dis- cussions have, at times, waxed loud and furious.

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DAISY CHAIN LIBRARY GLILD Once again we are asked to record the activities of the Library Guild members for the present scholastic year. Once again we are forced to confess that our work left much to be desired, if it is judged by past standards. When we look back and consider the work we might have done, and the assistance we might have given to our adviser, Miss Cunningham, we are truly ashamed of ourselves. However, we did manage to be of some assistance to her in inspecting and cata- loguing new volumes, in directing the freshmen in the use of the catalogue Hle, and in relieving her of the task of checking books in and out. We sincerely feel that this was by no means enough. We could and should have accomplished more. That we did not is entirely our own fault. To Miss Cunningham, ever patient and kind, we offer our sincere apologies for our meager accomplishments. May our returning members make up for our many short- comings. Ave atque vale! One of the most striking features of our graduation exercises is the Daisy Chain. The Chain is composed of a group of junior girls, selected not only because of their beauty, but for their scholastic record as well. They serve as escorts for the graduates, and their appearance is both striking and effective. This organization was formed in 1932, and has been an essential part of graduation ever since. The true beauty of the group-twenty-four in all--was perhaps never truly appreciated until our exercises were held outdoors, beginning with the graduation class of 1937. There, in the bright sunset, the blending of the colors of the dresses made a picture difficult to describe. We salute the members of the Daisy Chain, and we salute, too, Miss McDonald, their adviser, for adding so much charm and beauty to our day of days-graduation day. Page Forty-seven

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JUNIOR RED CROSS School Chairman .,..... Edna Sullivan, '42 Vice-ClJuirma1z ...... ........ F lorence O'Toole, '43 Faculty Adviser ...,..,. ,....... G race L. Cunningham The present world war has served to increase the amount of work of this organ- ization. Since December 7 it has been most active in assisting the local Senior Red Cross Chapter in all its endeavors. Funds had to be raised, books had to be collected, needed materials for camps had to be supplied--all tasks imposed upon the capable shoulders of the Junior Red Cross. And all these tasks were undertaken with a zeal and enthusiasm that made a successful outcome a foregone conclusion. The Working committee of the Junior Red Cross is made up of a representative from each of the home rooms of both the morning and afternoon sessions, presided over by the school chairman, who is selected by the faculty adviser. In this manner every pupil in the school is informed of the chapter's activities and needs. How well the pupils have responded to the appeals of their representatives may be gleaned from the fact that We enjoy a one one hundred per cent enrollment in the Chapter. They have yet to approach their schoolmates for support in their various activities and had that viral support refused. It is only fitting and proper that such response be commended and praised. There is every reason to believe that the coming school year will Witness this same spirit of friendliness. One final Word of sincere thanks to Miss Cunningham, our faculty adviser, for her Wise guidance and counsel throughout the year. We are indeed indebted to her, and trust this expression of thanks will serve to repay her for her many kindne I , Page Forty nine