Higgins Junior High School - Tatler Yearbook (Thompsonville, CT)

Text from Pages 1 - 34 of the 1924 volume:

-X-:- ' ? The Taste Will Tell Why Sold by those who know quUity m- SUPERIOR MINERAL WATER CO. -gg- oWn H ers, Regularly 32.75 A limited number only at this price Pli S 300 OR COME AND SEE US The Northern Conn. Light and Power Co PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS XLhc tratlev THE FACULTY Superintendent Principal Anson B. Handy Teachers Nora E. Clancy Manola H. Cutting Catherine P. Cope Olive E. Lawrence Florence M. Stowe Katherine McGinity Hazel Lougee Harriet E. Ryan Catherine S. Barnett Mr. Denslow King Mr. George Jenkins Class Flower American Beauty Rose Class Motto “Aim Hi h’’ Class Song ' By Mary Laino From our teachers, friends, and class- mates Too soon we’re going ' to part. But the mem’ries will be with us In the recess of the heart. Chorus And often we will sigh When we think of days gone by And we’ll ne’er forget the schools days Spent at Higgins Junior High. Tho’ sometimes we’ve been shirking And broken many a rule. But now with hearts of sorrow We leave this dear old school. Chorus And often we will sigh When we think of days gone by. As we leave our friends and teachers Of the Higgins Junior High. Class Statistics Prettiest Girl Angenette Vail Handsomest Boy Frank Javorski Most Popular Girl Anna Bromage Most Popular Boy George Petkos Smartest Girl Anna Bromage Smartest Boy Astrima Tina Vainest Girl Gertrude Lester Vainest Boy George Bassos Wittiest Girl Erminia DeCaro Wittiest Boy Ernest Russo Quietest Girl Anna Wialy Quietest Boy George Wialy Most Talkative Girl Leona Caroline Most Talkative Boy Harold August Class Artist Hilda Trudeau Class Athlete Astrima Tina Class Poet Mary Laino Class Pet George Bassos Class Baby Orien Baker Class Dude Frank Woodworth Class Bluff Marshall Dockham Class Histor In our study of history we have learned in the preceding years how people have profited from the exper- ience of those before them. The graduating class of the A. D. Higgins School of 1924 is no exception so we will try to tell you some of our his- tory in the following. It was the 17th day of September in the year of 1923. Hundreds of chil- dren stood around the A. D. Higgins School waiting for the bell to ring. Every one came early that morning. We had many reasons to be early. We read in the paper that there were many new teachers and we were an- xious to see them. The bell rang and the children went in all directions. Most of the chil- dren who were going to the eighth 2 THE TATLER •rades were sorry because they rea- lized that it would be their last year in the A. D. Hig ' gins School, After everything- was settled and the children were in their proper rooms, they were given books, pen- cils, pens and so forth. Each pupil was given a Grammar Tablet. For homework our English teacher gave us a lesson to study from our Gram- mar Tablet. We were also given Arithmetic Pads with drills for class- work. When we were studying an- gles a protractor was given to meas- ure and construct the angles. These were valuable helps in our work. The organization of a Baseball Team took place in the A. D. Higgins School. The captain was Astrima Tina and the manager George Petkos. We played our first game with Ware- house Point, April 28, 1924, and we defeated them by a score of 15 to 4. Suffield was played next and defeated by a score of 9 to 6, Then came Windsor Locks defeated by a score 11 to 9. We are proud of our team and of the games which were played. The first meeting of the Student Council was held on September 28, 1923. There were five members chos- en from each room of the Junior High School. At the first meeting the pres- ident, vice-president and secretary were chosen. The president then pro- ceeded to appoint different commit- tees among them being the traffic, basement, playground and law and order committee. The object of the Student Council was to make the rules and regula- tions of the school so that each one should be responsible for his own con- duct. At one of the meetings a mo- tion was made that mottoes be chos- en at each meeting and be put on the boards of each room and learned, such as, “Think before you speak”; “Be Courteous”; “Help Kill Profanity”; and so forth. Much profanity was used on the playground and a campaign was start- ed to rid the school of profanity. This campaign was a wonderful suc- cess and many of the children were reformed during the drive. The members of the Student Coun- cil took a pledge which read as fol- lows: — “I - , as long as I am a member of the Student Council will not swear, smoke, nor disobey the laws of the school. I will be above reproach and set a good example to the younger children, I will prom- ise not to break this pledge.’ The object of this pledge was so that one could distinguish the coun- cil members from other children. “Profanity Has Been Abolished.” The Tatler was published by the pu- pils of the A. D. Higgins Junior High School. The cost was fifteen cents. There were seven departments, and in the first two issues there were three officers which were: Editor-in- Chief, Howard Bromage; Assistant Editor, Sydney Bower and Business Manager, Louis Gamache. The seven departments were edi- torials, teachers’ contribution, poems, stories, school notes, question-box and advertising departments. The paper was given the name Tat- ler because it tattled about the pu- pils. It is a very interesting paper for the pupils. We think the class of 1924 will make the Echo a better paper. At the beginning of the year when we started school Miss Clancy said it would be well if a different teacher had charge of the assembly for one month, and entertained the children every Thursday. Some of the best assemblies we have had are “Treasure Island,” conducted by Miss Lawrence; another was the “Merchant of Ven- ice,” that was conducted by Miss Cut- ting. We had a debate about the Sol- diers’ Bonus. This, too was directed by Miss Cutting. We often had slides on different subjects, which the children enjoyed very much. During the winter, as was the cus- tom of previous classes, we planned our sleigh ride. One day it snowed and Miss Clancy said that if the snow lasted we could go. We hired three sleighs and went to Springfield, Massachusetts. V e had much fun singing many of the popular songs and jollying each other. We also threw snowballs- Miss Clancy, Miss Lougee and Mrs. Stowe went as chap- erones. It was rather cold so every one was bundled up and some of the THE TATLER 3 boys even jumped out and ran. Finally we reached Spring-field and went to the Broadway Theater, The feature was “The Pied Piper Malone,” starring Thomas Meighan, After the feature came the act. It was very interesting. After the theater we all went to the Liggett’s Drug Store. The children or- dered what they wanted to their own tastes. While going down Main Street, Miss Clancy looked like the Pied Piper Malone, because she had so many children following her. We then started for home. All the way the sleighs were racing. When we reached State Line, Miss Clancy got off and we gave her three cheers. We reached home at half past nine. The graduating class was organ- ized February 18, 1924. At the first meeting the officers were elected — President, Howard Bromage; Vice- President, Anna Bromage; Secretary, Leona Leger; Treasurer, Ralph Shoppe. The tellers at this meeting were four teachers of the Junior High. At this meeting the class agreed to pay ten cents for monthly dues, the second Monday of each month to be used to buy the class gift. Our class had the distinction over all the previous classes of being the first to give a Junior High School Concert. The concert was given un- der the direction of Mr. King, Miss Cope and Miss Ryan. The concert was opened with a se- lection by the Junior High School Or- chestra. The concert consisted of songs, by the seventh and eighth grade chorus, a saxophone solo and a Folk Dance. Margaret McBride Young, a young dancer, recently from Scotland, who won several medals there, danced for us. The clear profit was one hundred and thirty dollars. The profits derived were used to buy baseball equipment for the team. The nine was furnished with balls, bats. suits, and transportation charges paid. During the school year two prizes have been given to the pupils of the Junior High School who wrote the best essay. The first prize was of- fered by the Enfield Connecticut League of Women Voters for the best essay on “Peace Versus War.” This was won by Leona Caroline of 8A. The second prize was offered by the Daughters of the American Revolu- tion. The subjects were: Enfield’s Early Settlements, Enfield in the Wars, Enfield’s Heroes Enfield’s Landmarks. In our Civics class we were given a choice of these subjects to write upon as homework. We wrote about it, and it consisted of about four hun- dred words. The prizes given were a five dollar gold piece for first prize, a two and one half gold piece for second prize. The Hazardville eighth grade also entered this contest. The winners were announced at graduation. Examinations were given at the end of each term on every subject. Most everyone usually had a passing mark. The average of the whole class always was 80% or more. Then came the final examinations. The children studied very hard. To some of the children’s surprise they did not have to take the tests. If the whole year’s average was above 90% they were excused. This is a thing of which no one ever, yet heard in this school, but it has led us to believe that teachers are not always cruel. With the formal graduation exer- cises, and receiving of diplomas our history closes. May the following classes profit by our experiences and bring honor to the Alvin D. Higgins Junior High School by “aiming high.” Class PropHecy Time 1944 The other day as I lay in a ham- mock under a large maple tree in the garden, I began to wonder what time had done to my old schoolmates of the class of 1924. The afternoon was warm and drowsy, — one of those days that always make one dream. Ac- cording to my inspiration, I went into the house and got a telescope that GRADUATING CLASS THE TATLER 3 had recently been invented by Pro- fessor Nuccio, whose knowledg’e of mathematics and ability to solve mathematical problems and adjust an- gles another way, had led to this wonderful invention. It is indeed a marvelous invention, for it enables the user to see anyone in any part of the world. As I looked through the telescope, I saw a very attractive studio and within was Dorothy Fuge surrounded by manuscripts. Her great desire was to become an author. No doubt she has succeeded. Next flashed across the telescope a very attractive looking house in the Connecticut Valley, and looking fur- ther, I distinguished George Reming- ton in the tobacco fields. So evidently, George has become a prosperous to- bacco-raiser. I then saw Alex Buika in his study, working on the greatest criminal case of the day. Now I see a gymnasium where a very slim lady is giving decisive com- mands to her class. She must be Grace Pellaio, although she resembles very little the Grace I used to know. Why, there is Hilda Trudeau in her studio sketching a landscape. I re- member having recently read that she has become very famous. Adjusting the focus of the telescope a little, I see Blethen Dutton, in his office. He is now a doctor and at present he is talking to his nurse, Louise McKowen. Again the vision changes to a court- room where I see a very dignified judge, who greatly resembles the for- mer Sydney Bower. He is sitting at his desk, and in the jury I see a very efficient looking person whom I know is Ralph Landry. Over in the corner I see a newspaper reporter rapidly jotting down notes. By the expres- sion on his face I recognize him as Walter Moody. At the door is stand- ing a very sturdy policeman, that I am sure is Carl Menzler. As this view faded away there came into sight a large tennis court ad- joining som.e school buildings. A very athletic looking young lady is teach- ing some young girls the art of ten- nis. Why, she must be Virginia Brainard! Now I am’ in the library of the school were Angenette and Marie Vail, the capable matrons of the school, are discussing their pupils with Mademoiselle Leger, the French teacher. A Committee Room in a school building where a Teachers’ Conven- tion is being held was then shown me by the telescope. A grave looking man, whom I know is Frank Javor- ski is sitting at the head of the table. Seemingly he is superintendent. Around the table are seated Julia Salva, Amelia Salva, Joseph Sarno, Hazel Iskiyan, and Lily Cascia, whom I imagine are all efficient school teachers. By adjusting the focus of the tele- scope so as to get a distant view, I see a ship sailing on the Southern Seas. A dignified man is walking back and forth on the deck. I am sure he is William Pawelcik and he must be the captain of the ship. With him is Charles Romano as a ship- mate or an old friend, I cannot decide which. Adjusting the focus again, I see Robert Jackson and Frank Maffe, the two great comedians of today. Frank is playing ( ? ) the violin while Rob- ert is dancing with great skill, the “Sailors’ Hornpipe.” I now see the inside of a theater. Who is that graceful dancer? Surely it must be Fannie. And there at the piano is Carolyn Blowen, the famous pianist. In the orchestra are Ed- ward Jacobs and Frederick Phelps. And there is the owner of this large theater, Martin Theur. After resting a moment, I again pick up the telescope and immediately I see a large room where men are completing a marvelous radio outfit. Directing them are Frank Woodworth and Donald Barker. Ralph Schoppe is sitting at a large desk in a corner making a blueprint. The business manager, who is Gilbert Bajek, is dictating a letter to the stenographer, Wanda Michalowski. Glancing over her .shoulder I observe that the letter is addressed to Louis Gamache, who is a very energetic salesman of the ra- dio corporation. The marvelous telescope then show- ed me the inside of a large and pleas- ant school room. Here Enis Testoni 6 THE TATLER and Winifred Robinson were talking, — so it seemed that they had become school ma’ams and I heard Winifred say: “Enis, did you know’ that Anna Cep- ko and Anna Wialy had opened a tailor shop and were doing very well ?” (I forgot to tell you that this tele- scope also enables one to hear what other people are saying.) “They are?” said Enis. “No, I did- n’t know, but have you heard that Dominick Sena is practicing as a doc- tor in Thompsonville, and the people seem very much pleased with him?” Then I saw Leona Bilodeau play- ing the piano in a concert, while Anna Bromage sang. Anna, I learned, was an opera singer, and Leona equal to Paderewski. After listening to the music, there flashed a picture that showed me Jo- sephine Bent concocting delicacies as mistress of the “Dew Drop Inn.” “What next?” I thought, and closed my eyes for an instant. When I open- ed them, I saw a Senate room in the capitol at Washington, D. C. The Secretary of State, whom I recognized as Howard Bromage, was discussing foreign affairs with two ambassadors — George Bassos, the ambassador to Greece, and Joseph Rinaldi, the am- bassador to Italy. I now see the inside of a hairdress- ing parlor. The owner of the shop, Mary Kiablek, is talking to her chief assistant, Adele Kurley. I can hear Mary say: “Adele, have you heard from Ruth Pease ? I haven’t since she and Bur- ton Henry were married, more than six months ago.” “Why, didn’t you know that they had built a nice little home in the suburbs of Boston? You know, when Burton was in the eighth grade he had interests in the Building and Loan Association.” “I read in the papers yesterday,” said Mary, “that the good ship ‘Space’ has sailed for Europe with a cargo of goods from the ‘Petraska and Nowak Corporation.’ George Petkos is the captain of the ship. I heard no more for the telescope showed me a table in a library behind which were seated two efficient look- ing librarians, whom I recognized as Dorothy Hamill and Katy Guarneri, the former talking to a good looking chap, Orien Baker, a wealthy banker. A beauty parlor was then revealed to me, and seated in a chair was Lil- lian Villers, having her hair curled by a capable hairdresser, Bertha Sharis. Coming down the aisle of a church in New’ York were Louise D’Aversa and Harold August, arm-in-arm, fol- low’ed by a dignified minister, George Wialy. A macaroni factory appeared and I found Peter Cappozzi and Vincent Dazio acting as the managers. A tailor’s shop came into view’,, and there was Herman Greenblatt, sit- ting crosslegged, sewing a coat. His model, Henry Mylek, is show’ing, with great efficiency coats to a gentleman w’ho is considering buying a suit. Hearing excited shouting, I turned my telescope toward a tennis court where I found Astrima Tina and Ju- lietta Montano, two great .tennis champions, skilfully playing doubles in a tennis tournament in New Jersey. I overheard Carolyn Chillson, a Do- mestic Science teacher, saying to Alice Rolando, an English teacher in the new high school, “Have you heard that ElizabethT Best is a prosperous business wmman, managing a pencil factory in Grand Rapids, Michigan?” “No, I hadn’t heard that before, but I read in the paper last night that Tony Bak and Tonv Bruno have bought the N. Y., N. H. H. R. R. and intend to pay large dividends to the stockholders. Don’t you remem- ber the time Mrs. Stow’e told us that the rate of interest at that time was 2 % ?” Now I see a stage in one of the leading Boston theaters, on which are playing Doris and Ethel Carson, and Gertrude Lester, prominent members of the Ziegfield Follies. Hearing the announcement of another feature, I w aited to see Rosamond Lamont, the successor of Pavlow’a. I heard a big thud and I saw’ a jan- itor nlacing a great number of books on Philosophy on a bookshelf in a school library. ‘ These books w’ere written by Leona Caroline, w ho had become an author of great renow’n. They had been donated by Joseph CI.ASS orricERS President Howard Bromage Secretary Anna Bromage Vice-President Leona Leger Treasurer Ralph Schoppe base: BALI. te:am 8 THE TATLER Woiner who had accumulated a large fortune. I then saw Mary Thompson at the Barton, Dockham and Baronian Bros.’ Circus where Joseph Borys was head clown, and Erniinia DeCaro, a daring tightrope walker. I now see a ranch that belongs to George Patterson, who still chews and enjoys gum, and Dominick Montano, an expert horseman. Wesley Elcock, who always was athletic, is the man- ager of the ranch. I heard a clucking, and looking through the telescope saw a chicken farm where Mary Pohoryto and Nel- lie Hydack, the owners, were talking. Nellie was saying: “Cecelia Smith has recently started a tea-room with Anna Montagna as head waitress. I saw no more for I put the tele- scope away with a feeling of much satisfaction, for I had spent a very pleasant afternoon and had learned a great deal about my former class- mates. Perhaps another time I will use this remarkable instrument, but for the present I will let it rest. Class Jingles Harold August Harold, Harold, he’s been thinking What a good thing it would be If the books were all transported Far beyond the Northern Sea. Gilbert Bajek Gilbert Bajek loves to run. Around the playground in the sun; Smiling, jolly, happy and neat. The best natured boy one could meet. Tony Bak Hickory, dickory dock. Do you know Tony Bak? He’s a quiet boy of modest air. In examinations he’s right there. Orien Baker Orien who’s a size too small. Wishes that he might grow tall. For he hopes some future day. To the heights to make his way. Donald Barker Donald Barker ran away To tease the cook on baking day. “What!” exclaimed the cook in great surprise, “Can you eat six apple pies?” George Baronian George Baronian loves to run And fish beneath the summer sun. But if winter came and he had the grippe. He’d wish himself south on a fishing trip. Raymond Baronian Raymond Baronian is known as a writer Of continued stories, — what could be brighter ? He supplies the “Tatler” with many an ad. There’s not a streak in him of any- thing bad. William Barton William Barton went to play With Edwin Meyer one bright day. They had such glorious heaps of fun! But William ran home at the set of the sun. George Bassos Who is the boy that leads the class. And in every subject is sure to pass. Whose honor knows no mark or stain. And who, success, is sure to attain ? George Bassos is the name we sing. Long and loud may his praises ring! Josephine Bent Josephine Bent is a dear little girl And she says some day she’ll whirl ’round the world. She is good and happy, gay and fair, A diligent maid with pretty brown hair. Elizabeth Best “B” stands for “Betty,” And “B” stands for “Best,” But on her report card “A” outshines the rest. Leona Bilodeau Miss Bilodeau raised her pretty head. And in her modest manner said, “I’m only asked to dine I know. Because my dress becomes me so.” THE TATLER 9 Carolyn Blowen When the robin sings his songs, Carolyn Blowen comes trooping along, She’s a fine and healthy girl too And goes camping the whole summer through. Joseph Borys Joseph Borys so they say. Loves to talk his time away. And whether you’re in gym or chorus The noise you hear is Joseph Borys. Sidney Bower There is a boy named Sydney Bower Who hopes to build a radio tower; That he will succeed We have no doubt. Virginia Brainard Virginia Brainard wears a smile On her face, all the while. Pretty clothes she just adores! But hard lessons she abhors! Anna Bromage Listen, my children, and you shall hear Of the girl who got all A’s this year. At High School, she will do the same And easily win her way to fame. Howard Bromage Howard Bromage v ith his winning ways And his rows of well-earned A’s, Will win the hearts of all the world And we’ll hope of some sweet girl. Tony Bruno I know, you know, we know. In fact they all know Tony Bruno, Who in class, seldom stands, but al- ways sits down. And afterwards rides o n his bike through the town. Alexander Biiika Alex Buika with a ready hand to help. And a smile upon his face. Is a boy who always does his part. And is always in his place. Peter Cappozzi Peter Cappozzi often dreams Of thing’s he considers wonders. So when time comes for him to recite He’s not surprised if he blunders. Leona Caroline A girl by name, Leona Caroline In her studies sure does shine. But she read a sign that said “Go Slow,” And she does as you must know. Doris Carson There’s a girl named Doris Carson Who always worked for A’s. She studied from the dawning To the end of her school days, Ethel Carson Of the three hundred sixty-five days in a year, I have heard many say, That the merriest one for Ethel Is graduation day. Lily Cascia Lily Cascia you must agree, A flapper does not wish to be. She cares not at all for flappers bold. At least that’s what we’ve all been told. Carolyn Chillson When Carolyn Chillson wears a dress of green. She cries and pouts and makes a scene. But when her dress is crimson or blue She never disagrees with you. Louise D’Aversa Louise D’Aversa never runs away But in the back yard she loves to play. You’ll know her if you see her around Because she wears a sweater of brown. Vincent Dazio Vincent Dazio is a lad Who in fine clothes is always clad. In his lessons he never shirks And at home he always works. Erminia DeCaro Here’s Erminia DeCaro loved by young and old And sometimes worth her weight in gold. She’s full of sunshine through and through And always speaks a kind word to you. Marshall Dockham Said Mushie Dockham, “All summer long. 10 THE TATLER I’m on a farm where I belong; But in the fall for change of air, I go to see the country fair.” Blethen Dutton Blethen Dutton liked to tell How he was an Englishman swell. But people laughed and said, “My word!” That’s the funniest joke I’ve heard.” Wesley Elcock Wesley Elcock, an athletic lad. Is never too good, but never bad. He plays on the H. baseball nine And to tell the truth — he’s really fine. Dorothy Fuge Dorothy Fuge just loves to cook And, without lookino- in a book. She can make a soup or stew And send it steaming hot to you. Louis Gamache Louis Gamache will some day be a farmer. And possibly own a large farm in Palmer. In summer, he’ll take city folks to board. And with the proceeds buy a new Ford. Herman Greenblatt Herman is very fond Of investing his money in bonds. And though he’s the son of a tailor He’d like to become a sailor. Katie Guarneri Katie Guarneri is very quiet. But in her studies she’s fair. She always answers plain enough. This girl with dark, dark, hair. Dorothy Hamil Dorothy is a modest girl, A business student you should know ' For in her father’s store each day She smiles to all w ' ho pass her v ay. Burton Henry There is a boy named Burton Of facts he’s always certain And if each of his freckles were worth a dollar He’d be a very w ealthy scholar. Nellie Hydack See! Nellie Hydack bows to you. She’s a sweet girl that is true. She is jolly and nothing lacks And’s knowm in our gang as “Hay- stack.” Hazel Iskyian Said Miss Hazel Iskyian, “I have brought My fan, because the day is hot. For I have a splendid rule Whatever happens I keep cool.” Robert Jackson Said Robert Jackson “I don’t see Why the girls and boys laueh at the sight of me. I’m a nice and friendly sort of chappie And I like to make everybody happy. Edward Jacobs Said Eddie Jacobs “On the desert wild I used to be a naughty child; But since I went to Higgins School I’m good and live up to the golden rule. Frank Javorski Frank Javorski is a queer chap, you know. The way he alw ' ays blushes so! He’s going to school every day in the week So he can learn to speak Arabian and be a shiek. Mary Kiablik Mary Kiablik wears a brown coat Buttoned quite snugly around the throat. She comes from where it’s warm you see. And feels cold more than you and me. Adele Kurly In our class there is a girl named Adele, In her studies she never fell. On her report card you can’t find any C’s. All you can find are A’s and B’s. Mary Laino There is a girl named Mary Who is as quiet as a fairy. Her poetry is so true So original and so new! Rosemond Lament Rosemond is so quiet and small Sometimes w ' e don’t see or hear her at all. THE TATLER But when she stars in special dancing We watch her step and graceful pranc- ing. Ralph Landry Ralph is a boy of fourteen Who plays on the Higgins baseball team. He lives in the park, And sings like a lark, This boy whom we all esteem. Leona Leger There is a girl named Leona Who does nothing but play the piano. But in classes of gym ’Twould be pretty grim If it were not for Leona. Gertrude Lester Gertrude Lester is in our class. She is a pretty looking lass. She has the “come hither” in her eye And for such a look the boys all vie. Frank MafTe Frank Maffe is a good looking chap And he has a pretty gray cap. He is a fine student in work and play And may be a wonderful lawyer some day. Louise McKowen A fair maid named Louise Says to each teacher, “Please help me And I’ll so grateful be For I don’t want to get any D’s.” Carl Menzler Carl Menzler is very plump and round. He likes to roll upon the ground. Come rain or shine he’s always happy, A nice contented little chappie. Edwin Meyer Do you know Edwin Meyer ? Who is a real estate buyer. He always buys what is cheap And scrapes his money into a heap. Wanda Michalowski There is a girl in 8C Who is as busy as she can be. Her name though difficult we’ll re- member For of the Higgins School, she was a member. Anna Montagna Said Anna Montagna, “In my dress of green I’m as happy as a queen. I’m truly glad that I am good And always act just as I should. .Juliette Montana Juliette thought she’s make a change or two From 8B to 8A Class. You may think this rather strange, But not if you know the lass. Walter Moody A boy who would a-fishing go Whether his mother would let him or no. From work he would skip And his clothes he would rip. Fannie Niemiec Little Fannie Niemiec looks so sweet In her white dress, cool and neat, She is a sweet girl with smiling ways And takes a leading part in all the plays. Dominick Montana A boy who works long hours and late Is Dominick of fame and fate. Of cream and milk he sells the purest And of his studies he’s the surest. Henry Mylek A dillar a dollar, A baker and a scholar. What makes you look so blue? Why such sad looks? Why no more books? Of this we have no clue. Stanley Nowak Here’s Stanley Nowak in a rather queer quest. He’s hunting for a license he never possessed. Sam Nuccio “When I’m grown up,” I heard Sam Nuccio say. “Then I be out of school each day. That’ll be a good thing you’ll readily see Because my bike can’t go without me.” Astrima Tina Astrima Tina is a ball player fine. You can always find him with the baseball nine. He’s a fine captain and all like that, And in Higgins famous nine he’s known as “Casey at the Bat.” STVDENT COVNCll THE TATLER 13 George Patterson George Patterson as they say Is the orator of today. In politics he beats them all, But his other subjects I can’t recall. William Pawelcik William is a bright-haired boy But the girls he likes to annoy. If you knew, you’d say the same. So don’t give me all the blame. Ruth Pease A beautiful lady of renown. Is Ruth Pease in her crimson gown. Smiling and nodding as she goes. She looks like an oriental rose. George Petkos George Petkos, a lad both loyal and true Who’d give up his life for the red, white and blue; For the Higgins Junior High he has done a great deal And honors he’s worked with admir- able zeal. Stanley Petraska Stanley Petraska is his name. In Higgins School he won his fame; For good marks he would try In the Higgins Junior High. Frederick Phelps Sing a song on the wireless, A pocket full of tools; Frederick would put a radio In all our Enfield schools. Mary Pohoryto “Yoho” Pohoryto wears a bonnet With a little red ribbon on it. She’s very sweet and always good. She always acts as she could. Charles Romano Charles Romano has black curly hair And a blue sweater he has to wear. He is first in work and first in fun And he can swim, jump, skate and run. George Remington George Remington on his saxophone plays Tunes that make you happy and gay. Tunes that fill your heart with joy. Truly he’s a wonderful boy! Joseph Rinaldi In French he does excell; In English he does well; In penmanship he does fine. But all these lessons we can’t combine. Alice Rolando Alice Rolando came down To visit with her folks in town. She is a sweet girl with charming ways. And blushes modestly at praise. Ernest Russo Ernest Russo is on the baseball team. He stops all liners short and clean. But when he steps up to the bat. He never, never gets a crack. Amelia Salva Amelia Salva is a fairy queen In her pink dress trimmed with green. She goes to parties everywhere And has many pretty clothes to wear. Julia Salva Julia Salva, the greatest gym teacher known. Will some day in California teach; And when Johnny calls her on the phone, To him she’ll make a wonderful speech. Bertha Sharis In our school there’s a quiet girl, Bertha Sharis is her name. At the beginning of the year. She stayed home without fear But now there’s a turn in the game. Joseph Sarno In history Joseph Sarno studies war. But that he doesn’t care for. He rather read between the lines. The thrilling battle of rival baseball nines. Ralph Shoppe Ralph Shoppe, a studious boy. Wouldn’t play with a baby’s toy. But he’d leave it to the younger boys ’Cause he has a radio instead of toys. Anna Sepko Anna Sepko is a girl with light yellow hair. She is tall, smart, pretty and fair. And to play with us girls she’s al- ways there. BOYS GYMNASTIC Cl ASS THE TATLER 15 She plays her best, playing fair and square. Dominick Sena There’s a boy named Dominick Sena. He says he is going to the arena. Dominick has fooled his days away, Now the piper he’ll have to pay. Cecelia Smith Cecelia Smith said a biting word. Which Mary Laino overheard. Said she, “Hot words you can’t recall. Better not say such things at all.” Enis Testoni Enis Testoni is very small But if she ate yeast-cakes She might grow tall. Martin Theur The subject of my sketch is Martin Theur. You are all acquainted with his airs. He brags about his wonderful doings But never speaks about his schooling. Mary Thompson Mary, Mary, quite contrary. How does your record grow ? Ah, A’s and B’s and C’s and D’s All in a long black row. Hilda Trudeau Hilda Trudeau surely can dance; You can tell that with just one glance. She studies hard and passes too — There’s not a thing that she can’t do. Angenette Vail Angenette Vail, a sweet little maid Has hair of brown, a lovely shade. Though just at first she’s rather shy. They all get to like her by and by. Marie Vail Marie Vail is a nice girl, but very shy. She doesn’t speak to many girls and we know not why. She has brown eyes and dark brown hair; She is pleasant, happy and fair. Lillian Villers There is a girl named Lillian Villers, You’d think her father was a miller. For on her face there is a trace of flour. What a funny place! Anna Wialy Anna Wialy is a very good girl in school And she tries hard to obey every rule. But she broke one rule one day. And I heard a girl say “I must do something I declare,” So she got the scissors and cut her golden hair. George Wialy George Wialy is a quiet boy Who ne’er fools in school with any toy. He has yellow hair and is very good. For he always acts just as he should. Frank Woodworth Frank Woodworth is a fine gentleman. Wears a suit of golden tan. Though he has had homes both east and west. He loves his home in Thompsonville best. Joseph Woiner Joseph Woiner is a merry lad And a sly young lad is he. He pulls out his books, but never looks At his lessons one, two, three. Grace Pellaio Dainty Grace Pellaio in her bathing suit. Looks so pretty and so cute. Like a water fairy she can splash and play In the cool waters of the beach all day. Winifred Robinson There’s a pretty girl named Winifred, She is pretty, as I have said. If you could see her hair in curl, ’Twould surely set your heart awhirl. Epstein’s Express Local and Long Distance Trucking 39 Central St. Phone 1 82 Thompsonville, Conn. 16 THE TATLER As We Are Known Name Harold August Gilbert Bajek . Tony Bak Orien Baker Donald Barker George Baronian Raymond Baronian William Barton George Bassos Josephine Bent Elizabeth Best Carolyn Blowen Leona Bilodeau Joseph Borys . Sydney Bower Virginia Brainard Anna Bromage Howard Bromage Tony Bruno Alex Buika Peter Cappozzi Leona Caroline Doris Carson Ethel Carson Lily Cascia Carolyn Chillson Louise D’Aversa Vincent Dazio Erminia De Caro Marshall Dockham Blethen Dutton Wesley Elcock Dorothy Fuge Louis Gamache Herman Greenblatt Katie Guarneri Dorothy Hamil Burton Henry Nellie Hydack Hazel Iskyian Robert Jackson Edward Jacobs Frank Javorski Mary Kiablik Adele Kurley Mary Laino Rosemond Lamont Ralph Landry Leona Leger Gertrude Lester Frank Maffe Louise McKowen Carl Menzler Edwin Meyer Wanda Michalowski Anna Montagna Juliette Montana Nickname Hobby Chicken Showing off Chubby Keeping quiet Burglar Fishing Shrimp To be the tallest boy Slim Making radios Captain Shining shoes Bingo Bicycle riding Will Smiling Greek Making eyes Josie Being good Good-Better-Best Keeping busy Blowing- Scowling Billy Penmanship Borie Bragging Doggie Radio fan Pesky Wondering Old Reliable Super Honor Roll Manager Calling meetings to order Stiff Baseball fan Buiky Always fighting Punk Sleeping Fat Reading Sheba Being stylish Jesse Always dancing Cash Register Hair dresser Chilli Sauce Never answering Tailor Making dresses Jimmy Setting pins Zu-Zu Flirting Mushy Peddling milk Dutty Asking questions Wess Knuckle punching Fudge Teaching Wise Man Correcting teachers Greeny Playing golf Funny Keeping silent Fatty Minding the store Freckles Chewing gum Haystack Raking hav Hazeleyes Always talking Spark Plug Studying French Utika Adventure Mack Doing homework Kabby Dreaming Witch Hair nets Sparky Painter Shorty Quiet Jessie Playing cowboys Frenchy Scolding Gerdy Boys Murph Orating Tweezy Always studying Sister Reducing Fat Lookiilg for pencils Mickey No talking Funny Resting Jam Selling soda THE TATLER 17 Name Nickname Hohhy Dominick Montana Micky Sleeping in school Walter Moody Cud Plug Fisherman Henry Mylek Creamy Making doughnuts Fannie Niemiec Pee Wee Dancing Stanley Nowak Stanv Peddling carrots Sam Nuccio Funny Heh! Heh! George Patterson Patty Chewing William Pawelcik Bill Studying history Ruth Pease Peasey Graduating Grace Pellaio Skinny Breaking scales George Petkos Trut Crabbing- Stanley Petraska Staney Continued next week Frederick Phelps Phelpsy Tuning in Mary Pohoryto Porto Rico Dreaming George Remington Remi Blowing the shoe horn Joseph Rinaldi Jozep Strong man Winifred Robinson Winnie ril get you yet Alice Rolando Arlice Fooling Charles Romano Waterbury Blushing Ernest Russo . Milio Playing fair Amelia Salva . Smarty Cranky Julia Salva Johnny Raising Cain Joseph Sarno . Buck I dunno Ralph Schoppe Schoppy Collecting dues Anna Sepko Red Nose Stuttering Dominick Sena Jazz Asking questions Bertha Sharis Berty Shut up Cecelia Smith . Jack Reducing Enis Testoni Shrimp Grinning Martin Theur . Marty Landlord Mary Thompson Physic Butting in Hilda Trudeau Four Eyes Artist Astrima Tina . Red Pitching- Angenette Vail Sperry Dancing Marie Vail Maggie Athletics Lillian Villers Lill Quit the comedy Anna Wialy Whity Being quiet George Wialy . Captain Catching Frank Woodworth Long Legs Washing dishes Joseph Woiner . Winy Tackling- We Carry a Full Line of GARDEN SEEDS GRASS SEEDS FERTILIZERS FARM AND GARDEN IMPLEMENTS GEO. s: PHELPS CO. 110 Prospect Street Thompsonville , PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 18 THE TATLER Gradviates of tY e Class of 1924 August, Harold Bajek, Gilbert Bak, Tony Barker, Donald Baronian, George Baronian, Raymond Barton, William Bassos, George Bent, Josephine Best, Elizabeth Blowen, Carolyn Bilodeau, Leona Borys, Joseph Bower, Sydney Brainard, Virginia fBromage, Anna Bromage, Howard Bruno, Tony Buika, Alex Baker, Orien Cappozzi, Peter Caroline, Leona Carson, Doris Carson, Ethel Cascia, Lily Chillson, Carolyn D’Aversa, Louise Dazio, Vincent DeCaro, Erminia Dockham, Marshall Dutton, Blethen Elcock. Wesley Fuge, Dorothy Gam.ache, Louis Greenblatt, Herman Guarneri, Katie Hamil, Dorothy Henry, Burton Hydack, Nellie Iskyan, Hazel Jackson, Robert Jacobs, Edward Javorski, Frank Kiablik, Mary Kurley, Adele Laino, Mary Lamont, Rosemond Landry, Ralph Ledger, Leona Lester, Gertrude Maffe, Frank McKowen, Louise Menzler, Carl Meyer, Edwin Michalowski, Wanda Montagna, Anna Montana, Juliette Montana, Dominick Moody, Walter Mylek, Henry Niemiec, Fanny Nowack, Stanley Nuccio, Sam Patterson, George Pawelcik, William Pease, Ruth Pellaio, Grace Petkos, George Petraska, Stanley Phelps, Frederick Pohoryto, Mary Remington, George Rinaldi, Joseph Robinson, Winifred Rolando, Alice Romano, Charles Russo, Ernest Salva, Amelia Salva, Julia Sarno, Joseph Schoppe, Ralph Sepko, Anna Sena, Dominick Sharis Bertha Smith, Cecelia Testoni, Enis Theur, Martin Thompson, Mary Trudeau, Hilda Tina, Astrima Vail, Angenette Vail, Marie Villers, Lillian Wialy, Anna Wialy, George Woodworth, Frank Woiner, Joseph fHighest Honor High Honor FOR THAT NEW CEILING USE UPSON BOARD The Finest Wall Board Made The Enfield Lumber and Coal Co. PROSPECT STREET THOMPSONVILLE PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS THE TATLER 19 An Unusual (TrJ Here’s an opportunity to buy a guaranteed, nationally advertised BULOVA WATCH at a price that defies comparison. Fashionable rectangular watch, Buiova quality white gold filled , engraved case; fine 15 Hi 9 7 kO iewelBuLOVA Movement i The new PRINCINE model. Bulova quality white gold filled engraved case; fine 15 97 iewelBuLOVAMovement • ♦— ' V BULOVA WATCHES are nationally famous for their reliability and are backed by two guarantees — the manufacturer ' s and our own. W e recommend them tn anyone wanting a beautiful, de- pendable watch at a moderate inrice. A. B. Mitchell Jeweler and Optometrist 12 Pearl St. Thompsonville Money is like a child— IT GROWS A certain merchant put one dollar into a thrift account on his baby’s first birthday; two dol- lars on the second birthday ; three dollars on the third; and so on. When each of his children reached the age of twenty-one, each had over three hundred dollars. Money grows and grows and grows. The longer you keep it invested the faster it increases. Even on a moderate income, anyone may accumulate enough so that the earnings from the savings will bring independence in later life. Today, it may look a long way off, but years speed by. The child quickly grows up. And savings added to savings, when rightly invested, soon total to large sums. Ask about our Thrift Plan. Thompsonville Bldg. Loan Ass’n. • PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 20 THE TATLER llll|i|ll!lll!lllllllilllllllllllllllllll!llllllllllllllllllllll|!|llllllllllll!lllllllllllllllllll!l!lll!llllll|!| f GET ONE OF OUR | I Savings Banks | I and save your dimes for a year | I The Thompsonville Trust Co. | I THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. I P Open Saturday Evenings 6.30 to 8.30 o clock 1 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii;iiiiiiiiiinii iiiiiiiiiiiii:iiiiiii ' iiriii;iiriiiri!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:iiH SINGER Sewing Machines Have a Singer Electric placed in your home today HEMSTITCHING TO ORDER Needles, Oils, Repairs SinpMni Machine Co. 119 Main St.— Phone 82-5 L. KLEIN, Mgr. Thompsonille Tiny -tot Toilet Powder is simply wonderful for babies — especially during the trying hot weather. It is made from the best Ital- ian talc and contains soothing boric acid and stearate of zinc. Slightly perfumed with anti- septic oils, selected particularly for their healing properties. Price 2.5c Steele’s Corner Drug Slore CLARK H. FITCH, Prop. Cor. Main and Prospect Streets Thompsonville, . - - - Conn. PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS THE TATLER 21 Let us help you Plan Your New Home Let us tell you what it will cost to re- pair or renew that old roof Estimates Given Jobbing Promptly Attended to W. L. SHEA CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER 38 Elm Street Telephone 474 THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. P.LEASE PATRONIZE’ OUR ADVERTISERS 22 THE TATLER Chevrolet Sales and Service Goodyear Tires Battery Sales and Service Kelly-Springdield Tires ENFIELD GARAGE LOUIS R. HALBWACHS, Prop. Wrecking — General Repairing CENTRAL STREET Thompsonville Compliments of A. TRUDEAU I GIFTS FOR GRADUATION i FOR GIRLS Wrist Watches Rings Necklaces Bracelets Jewelry ate most appreciatea because ihey are lasting and treasured during their long life. FOR BOYS Watches Chains Rings Cull Links I ARTHUR H. LEE | I 30 PEARL ST. THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. | iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:i:i:i:iii!iirii:iiiii:iiiiiii!i!iii!i!i!i;i !i: PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS THE TATLER 23 “RED STAR” GAS STOVE A MASTERPIECE OF GAS STOVE CONSTRUCTION The Red Star Gas Stove has been built to an ideal — to give women a stove of striking beauty, unusual cooking ability and supreme quality — that can be completely cleaned with a damp cloth in five minutes. — ON SALE BY — JAMES HUGHES 5 North Main St., Thompsonville Compliments of GEO. H. CUNNINGHAM SHOES : : HOSIERY GENTS’ FURNISHINGS THOMPSONVILLE - - CONNECTICUT RADIO See ALFRED WOODWARD Pearl Street Thompsonville SAVE “Swiss Maid” WRAPPERS ASK FOR CATALOGUE Containing a thousand useful premiums GEORGE F. LEHMANN Thompsonville, Conn. .PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 24 THE TATLER Spaulding Gardens = 3flori8t8 = Funeral Designs and Wedding Bouquets our specialty Reasonable Prices and Prompt Service 84 Pearl Street Tel. 546 Thompsonville Elizabeth xA.. Woodworth Mabelle E. Tibbetts 180 PExARL Street r: : : : i t : • : i rr : rr: n i rj ' Couch Hammock Specials Made of good heavy material with well filled soft mattress and six feet of non-rusting chain. Made of heavy duck, choice of grey or khaki, heavy cotton mattress tufted and six feet of non-rusting chain. ly.oo These prices are much lower than city prices and yet there are some who will buy in the city. Some people know values, others don’t. You would be surprised to know the amount of goods we send to the city to those who do know values. J. FRANCIS BROWNE Thompsonville f PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS THE TATLER 25 High-grade Millinery a Specialty A full line of the incomparable Munsing Wear We also carry a full line of Underwear in nainsook and silk, including Nightgowns, Pajamas, Envelope Chemises, Costume Slips. Vests and Step-ins of fine cotton, with lace and hand embroidery, or of good silk. ESTHER J. MALIA 55 High street O’Kear’s Block Thompsonville, Conn. The Biltmore Hotel HAPvPvY P. SMYTH, Prop. Pleasant Street Thompsonville Meats — Groceries By the very nature and extent of our dealings with the people of this community, we have come to be regarded as “THE LEADERS IN QUALITY” W. T. Watson Company 11-13 Prospect St. Thompsonville PI EASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 26 THE TATLER LARGEST DISTRIBUTORS OF PURE FOODS IN ENFIELD Meats, Groceries, Vegetables Fruits, Delicatessen and Fresh Fish Sisitzky’s Public Market 28 Pearl St THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. Tel. 3 and 4 RADIOS and Radio Supplies MANAGERS Frank Woodworth Donald Barker 171 PEARL STREET FLEMING Tailoring Company THOMPSONVILLE 41 Pearl Street Phone 168-12 Compliments of THE THOMPSONVILLE DRUG CO. ALDEN AVENUE MARKET THE STORE OF QUALITY AND SERVICE MEATS : GROCERIES : : FRUITS All kinds of Vegetables in Season Our prices are right and delivery is free GEO. VERDINE, Prop. Tel. 530 — Thompsonville PI.EASE P.ATRONIZE ' OUR ADVERTISERS THE TATLER 27 J. D’Aversa Expert Tailoring All kinds of garments for Ladies and Gents at Reasonable Prices. Cleaning, Pressing, Dyeing 77 Pearl St. Thompsonville Watkins’ Quality Products Use Watkins’ Good Health Products We carry a full line of Extracts, Spices, Medicines, Powders Send for Booklet LOUIS GAMACHE, JR. R. F. D. Box 100 Thompsonville Household Goods Heating and Plumbing Glenwood and Sterling Ranges The Leete Co. 74 Main Street Thompsonville, Conn. HARRY F. HILDITCH GROCER Thompsonville Connecticut PI. EASE PATRONIZE’ OUR ADVERTISERS 28 THE TATLER The Majestic Shoe Repairing Co. 123 Main Street Tel. 82-13 Thompsonville Thompsonville, Conn. Compliments of Sisisky and Maxellon STATE LINE DR. J. J. SHEA CHIROPODIST Office Hours : 2 to 5-7 to 9 Telephone 474 Thompsonville, Conn. LANDRY BLOCK Compliments of F. J. SOUTHIERE Clothing and Shoes 108 Main Street Thompsonville, Conn. PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS THE TATLER 29 BROWER 8c BEST BRICK MANUFACTURERS Thompsonville, Conn. ICE CREAM CANDY TOBACCO FRUIT Milk, Magazines and Papers BARONIAN BROS., Proprietors 100 Pearl Street Phone 333-3 Thompsonville FRANK P. SMYTH Coal and Wood 98 Prospect St. Tel. Connection Thompsonville CHURCH ST. MARKET JOSEPH BONELLI, Prop. Dealer in FRUITS : VEGETABLES : DAIRY PRODUCTS MEAT : FRESH FISH : GROCERIES 47-49 Church St. Tel. 290 Thompsonville PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 30 THE TATLER Bugs Are Busy FULL LINE OF INSECTICIDES Brainard Nursery Seed Company Enfield Street Thompsonville, Conn. Compliments of ANTHONY J. GIACONIA Assistant Manager Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. MALLEY’S DELICATESSEN GOBEL’S MEATS are meats of quality All kinds of Sandwiches 58 Pearl Street Thompsonville, Conn. P. J. ROGERS MONUMENTS Telephone 270 82 Pearl Street Thompsonville PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Milk ' and Creani Wholesale and Retail Pasteurized Milk is guaranteed by the Connecticut State Board of Health Tel. Walnut 3347 Compliments of TH|piP90NVILLE BOTTLING WORKS VISITORS WELCOME PLEASB PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS A multitude of young men and womert have secured their busi- ness preparation at„ the Morse College, then accepted salaried situations and rise ' h to positions of influence and handsome re- muneration. This training has required less than one year, but it has been life-lasting in value. Many Morse graduates are now in business for themselves, controlling large commercial enterprises and amassing fortunes. What the Morse Business Training did for them it will do for you. Send for catalog. Summer sessions begin July 1 . Fall term starts Sept. 2. n ©IPS© 183 Ann Street — Just off Asylum Street — Hartford, Conn.