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

Text from Pages 1 - 36 of the 1932 volume:

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PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS 4 THE TATLER COMPLIMENTS OF THE FAIMAN CO. Outfitters for the Entire Family THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. Telephone 225-4 131 Main Street Thompsonville Hardware Co. General Everything’ in Sporting ' Goods Insurance Fishing Tackle Base Ball, Golf and _ g _ Tennis Supplies We specialize in M. J. Connor Draper-Meiynard Sporting Goods 112-114 Main St. Thompsonville Enfield - - Connecticut Compliments of FLEMING Tailoring Co. Estelle Bldg. Thompsonville Largest Distributors of Pure Foods in Enfield SISITZKTS Public Market Meats Groceries Vegetables Fruits Delicatessen and Fresh Fish 28 Pearl St. Thompsonville Tel. 3 4 PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS be ZLatler Edited and Published by the Pupils of A. D. Higgins Junior High School Thompsonville, Connecticut Vol. XI No. 4 June, 1932 Price, 30 Cents THE Superintendent Edgar H. Parkman Supervisor of Music Denslow King FACULTY Principal Nora E. Clancy Supervisor of Drawing Arlene Kerr Borck Catherine S. Barnett Olive A. Taggart B. Elizabeth White Alice R. Woods Catherine P. Cope Teachers Rebecca Clyde Gager Marie C. Shea Katherine C. McGinity Alice J. Liberty M. Winnifred Stewart Mary E. Browne Helen E. Flannery Alice G. Carey J, Therese Twomey Harriet E. Ryan Robert B. Walker Hazel C. Lloyd Substitutes Mildred Walker TATLER OFFICERS— 1931-1932 Editor-in-Chief Assistant Editor-in-Chief Copyist Business Manager Advertising Manager Financial Manager Distributors 8A Milton Piepul 7A2.. 8B1 Walter Strycharz 7B1... 8B2 Raymond Smith 7B2.. 8B3 Samuel La Russa 7B3... 8C Frank Strycharz 7C1... 7A1 Dexter Green 7C2.. Lois King Doris Sisitzky Stella Dusza Robert Spier ..Leonard Slaybard Charles Gudaitis Theodore Dernago ... Stanley Parvelac Joseph Carenzo William Fuge Stanley Bania Alfonso Renna CLASS SONG CLASS POEM Now that we must leave thee Our hearts are filled with sorrow What the future holds for us Will be known tomorrow. Happy days here are over Teachers and classmates now must part; We cannot bear to leave thee You are so near our heart. Chorus: Farewell Higgins! Farewell Higgins! Farewell Higgins Junior High! The class of 1932 Bids you a fond good-bye. Higgins, dear old Higgins, the time has come to leave, The carpet of our World Career we now must weave — You have served us well as a Junior High. Upon your knowledge, we do now rely. No matter where we roam, both near and far, Higgins will be our guiding star — Planning, Preparing, Persevering is the motto of ’32. To these words we will always be loyal and true. 6 THE TATLER Higgins — we will ever be your friend, And wish you joys without end — Your name through life — we’ll proudly bear, For schools like Higgins are very rare. The hour of parting has come at last Memories of you, we’ll always hold fast. May the class colors wave on high As the class of ’32 bids you good-bye. Fred Ingraham, 8A. CLASS HISTORY The day finally arrived, September eighth, one thousand nine hundred thirty-one, when the class of 1932, numbering exactly two hundred pu- pils, took their places in the various eighth grade rooms of the A. D. Hig- gins Junior High School. For years we had looked forward to this day and as each June arrived, with fear and trembling, we waited for the cards that would bring us up, step by step, to the final round of the ladder and give us a chance to be numbered among the graduates of this splendid school. Time has fulfilled our ambitions and now that we are about to depart, we wish to leave behind us a record of our class, the largest to graduate in the history of the school. We shall first tell you about the changes in the faculty. We were happy to renew old acquaintances and to welcome the new members of the faculty. Miss White became our teacher of English Spelling and Civics. We found Mrs. Loyld sub- stituting for Miss McGinity the first half of the year, and Mrs. Walker substituting for the different teachers, if need arose. We were very happy to have Mrs. Borck as a supervisor of art. The graduating class has en- joyed the companionship of these new teachers. We wish to express our thanks to Miss Sullivan, our new school nurse, for relieving us of our many aches and pains, and for teach- ing us how to keep well. Our Student Council was organized the third week of September. As in previous years, officers were elected. They were: Stanley Swiattowski, President; Joseph Pepek, Vice-Presi- dent; and Margaret Landry, Secre- tary. With Miss Clancy’s approval, the Basement, Traffic, Safety, and Playground Committees were ap- pointed by the officers. In February, a new Student Council was organized, as the first term ended. The officers elected were: Stanley Swiattowski, President; Leo Pa jot, Vice-President; and Stella Dusza, Secretary. New committees had been chosen as they were the term before. The officers and the committees, with Miss Clancy, strove to make our school as nearly perfect as possible. The Graduating Class had its first meeting in February. At this meet- ing Joseph Pepek was elected Presi- dent; Lois King, Vice-President; and Stella Dusza, Secretary. At the next meeting Peter Kamin- sky was elected Treasurer, and the question of dues was settled. Then followed other meetings, in which the class ring and pin were chosen. We chose for our motto, “Planning, Preparing, Persevering.” At our class meeting. May 19, we chose the Daybreak Carnation as our class flower. In the field of athletics, our boys did creditable work, and won several games, both in basketball and base- ball. We have continued our club work this year. All the clubs have given pleasure to both teachers and pupils and have been very successful. Va- rious pretty articles have been made in the Handicraft Club, such as crocheted pillows, dolls, dogs, and door stops. The French Club has learned conversational French. We organized a new club this year, the Correspondence Club. This club has enjoyed a small but interesting corre- spondence. The Aircraft Club was fortunate in securing the valuable assistance of Cornelius Laino of the Enfield High School. His generous interest has been deeply appreciated. A pleasing feature of the Boys’ Cook- ing Club was a reception given to the eighth grade teachers. It was at this A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 7 gathering that Arthur Olivieri’s skill as a chef came to the attention of the class. The Boys’ Glee Club has given two minstrels for the benefit of the school. The A. D. Higgins School Orchestra practiced weekly and has shown much progress. This year, as usual, we had a Magazine Drive, with Lois King and Mary Kukulka in charge. Esther Faiman was declared the best sales- lady, and won first prize, with Evelyn Dixon a close second. As this year was the two hundredth anniversary of the birth of George Washington, the Literary Digest of- fered a prize for the best essay on George Washington. Everyone was asked to compete. The first prize, a gold medal, was awarded to Doris Sisitzky, and the second prize, a silver medal, w as awarded to Bernadine Scavotto. Excellent paintings, representing different events in George Washing- ton’s life, were painted by the various divisions of the eighth grade Art classes. Many of the graduates showed marked ability in this work. These paintings were exhibited in one of the local stores. Arbor Day came this year on April twenty-ninth, and proved to be a very eventful day. The Junior High School assembled on the lawn of the A. D. Higgins School in the forenoon and planted our George Washington Bicentennial Tree with impressive ceremonies. In the afternoon we joined all the schools of Enfield in a mammoth parade, which formed at the High School and continued down Franklin Street, Pearl Street, and ended at our school, where appropri- ate exercises were held. A tableau, “Washington’s Birthday at Valley Forge”, was presented by the Junior High School. The A. D. Higgins School children were dressed in their school colors of blue and white, and looked very attractive. Joseph Pepek, our President, was dressed as Uncle Sam. The parade banner, which was a painting of the school, was carried by two of the graduates. This banner was the work of Frank Strycharz, of whom we are very proud, because of his excellent work in art. The A. D. Higgins School Library CLASS PROPHECY One June morning, as I was look- ing over my mail which had been brought to me by Postman Casing- hino, my attention was attracted by a letter marked Thompsonville. This postmark sent my thoughts back to the postoffice in that town where Joseph Bania was Postmaster, John McNulty, Charles Torre, Helen Sas, and Mary Kukulka were clerks. Get- ting back to my letter, I found that was opened in the Fall. Fifty new books, the gift of the class of 1931, were added to the library. Books have also been donated by some of the eighth grade pupils. Stella Dusza and Lois King have assisted Miss Taggart in taking charge of the li- brary, which was open once every two weeks for the pupils’ use. Many lovely dresses and suits were made in the Clothing Class, and at a fashion show given in the auditorium of ' the school, the girls of the class were highly complimented for their skill in dressmaking. Their work later was exhibited in one of the stores of Thompsonville. For the first time many of the girls have made their own graduation dresses. Five teas have been served by the girls of the eighth grade classes. A Hallowe’en tea was given by 8B1, a Christmas tea by 8B3, a St. Valen- tine’s tea by 8A, a St. Patrick’s tea by 8B2, and a Graduation tea by 8C. Tliese teas were enjoyed by all the guests. The class of 1932 decided to follow the usual custom of holding their pic- nic at Capitol Park. In the forenoon, we visited the State Library and the State Capitol, and found many things of interest. In the afternoon we pat- ronized the amusements at the park. This memorable trip brought to a happy ending the activities of the class of 1932. In closing our class history, we would like to express our sincere ap- preciation to the faculty. Time passes swiftly for us all, ’Tis only memory stays; We prom.ise you we’ll oft recall Our Higgins’ happy days. CLASS OF 1932— JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Photo by Brouilleite A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 9 it was from Stella Diisza who had be- come a famous Boston modiste. It was an announcement of a class re- union. After ten years the class of 1932 was to have a get-together. Several surprises were promised. This re- union was to be held in the new Smith Junior High School. I recalled having read a story in the paper about the dedication of this school, by Raymond Smith, a successful inven- tor. Speeches had been made by Walter Strycharz, First Selectman; Peter Kaminsky, Town Treasurer; Alexander Pilch, Superintendent of Schools; William Lamont, Principal of the High School; and Ruth Thomp- son, Principal of the new school. Reading on a little farther in the an- nouncement, I discovered that I was to furnish a part of the program. The entertainment at the reunion was to reveal, in various ways, the whereabouts of each miember of the class. I was sent a list of names to find out about. I didn’t have much of an idea as to where to get the infor- mation but hoped that I’d soon get an inspiration. I started for the office, my mind still on how I’d get the information. Suddenly, my attention was caught by this sign, “Today at 2.30 Demon- stration of the famous new GaWm Supertelevision Telescope. See people everywhere.” This was my chance. I rushed into the New York Times Office and asked Robert Spier, my boss for the afternoon off. After hearing the reason he said, “Well Dempsey, all right.” Looking around the office I could check off Helen Kida, Jewell Fuge, Amelia Kupiec, Arlene Chadde7don, Edith McCray, Eleanor Quinlan, and Jane Kososki as stenographers and bookkeepers. Our newspaper men in- cluded Leonai ' d Slay bard, Woodrow Miller, Charles Hamilton, -aad Charles Cudaitis. Our sports writers were William ZvHblis, and Peter Di Rosa. Our cartoonists were William Sidway and Allyn Most. An hour later, I was seated before a screen in a darkened room. Pro- fessor Sienko sat on one side, operat- ing a huge complicated machine. He threw a switch and the demonstration began. “Madison Square Gardens”, the big boxing spectacle. Joseph Nasuta vs. Edward Buika. Preliminary bouts be- tween Leroy Oliver vs. Stanley K nip- czak. Another picture. Much to our sur- prise, I find Thomas Lyons teaching Eileen Warren, Eleanor Steele, Mar- garet Landry, and Virginia Belisle, future aviatrix, to operate an aero- plane. Stunt flying at this same field, I see Gilbert Trudeau and Carlo Cola- russo. A plane lands for repairs and I recognize Hugh Combs and Mishla Blaszko coming with tools to fix it. The scene changes to the Yankee Stadium where the first game of the season is being played. “The Star Spangled Banner” is being played by the famous Cygan Band. In it I no- ticed Amelia Dynia, Sophie Nosal, Alwena Lehmann and Betty Patter- son. The first ball was thrown by Samuel La Russa, mayor of New York and as the umpire took his place I found him to be Earnest Lees. As the players were lined up by manager Squires, I spotted John Silansky, Arthur Olivieri, Albert Kennedy, Stanley Cogtella, Edwin Gwozdz, James Vesce, and Valenty Lyko. Hollywood, California announce- ments are being made of the outcome of the National Popularity Contest conducted by Wing and Pajot Motion Picture Company. The object was to find out which actors and actresses were most popular with the picture- going public. The votes cast showed that Ruth Noble, Edward Hojnacki, Joseph Pepek, Wilfred Hopkins, Celia Quinn, and Elizabeth Maciolek were preferred by most people. Miami, Florida. Opening night of the Legienza and Pace school in high pressure salesmanship. These two young men famous salesmen them- selves are to conduct classes in the gentle art of making people spend money they haven’t got for things they don’t need. Much to the dis- pleasure of the law fii’m of Glista and Lezak, who will later be trying to collect bills and Daniel Lebe- shevsky, Joseph Colletti, and Ma7 ' u Olko officials of the Miami National Bank. The scene changes to a courtroom in Chicago and I observe the county judge, Frank Bayek, just calling the 10 THE TATLER court to order while the jury is filing in. Among them, I found Frank Krupczak, real estate agent; Milton Piejnil, second hand dealer; Chester Ledygowski, police officer; Jennie Senio, teacher; Fred Ingraham, claim agent; Susie Albano, nurse, and Mary Brutto, telephone operator. The culprit called to justice was to my horror Irene Henderson, proprietor of the Jensen Tea Room charged with speeding by officer Edwin Barszcz. I hope the judge will be lenient. •‘Hold it professor, what does that sign say?” “One mile to Howa ' d Ed- gar ' s Super-Horse Radish Farm.” I approached the farm and saw huge Ragion derricks lifting ten ton rad- ishes into trucks owned by Snyder Trucking Co. A smiling young man, Henry Mangerian by name, is direct- ing the work. Where next will I see my classmates? A beautiful ship comes in view, “The Flying Dutchman” built by the Szczepanek and Scavotto shipbuilders and captained by Ff ' ank Sypek. The ship is carrying Joseph Olko, Melvin Purdy, Paul Resta, and Roy Burns headed for big game hunting in Africa. In the galley of the ship is Walter Fountaine and Max Tomaszek chief cooks. Working as hard as ever, are Michael Talnak and Tony Por- cello, mechanics in charge of the en- gine room. Here is the radio room where a uniformed young man sits with a pair of ear phones over his head. A sign on the wall reads, “Ra- dio operator, Edwin Goncher, assist- ant John Santanella.” He is reading the latest book, “How to Grow Tall,” by Louis Franciamore, and at his side is a box of Klehosky Cigars. At last a circus. The telescope isn’t half bad. I always did like circuses and a three ring one at that. In the first ring, there are fancy divers. They are Josephine Santanella and Evangeline Casiello. In the middle ring the world’s best toe dancers, Muriel Bostick and Grace Lamana. And in the third ring is Stanley Novak and Steven Narewski with their famous trained white mice. The telescope now turns to the small town of Silverberg. There in a small cottage, we met Josephine Jedziniak keeping the home fires burning. Along the street, I noticed these signs, Joseph Alaimo, meat market and find Michael Bruno his butcher and Gertrude Lawton his cashier. Teddy Dynia, stamp collec- tor and Josephine Kurley his secre- tary. And now to Greenwich Village. Artists, artist models, and more art- ists. Working on a beautiful picture I see F7 ' ank S try char z, in another section, I see Samuel Attardi and Paul Mangini. Still farther, I see Alice Gamache. Posing for advertis- ing, I recognized LUly Vella and Stella Zator. “Now the Demonstration is com- pleted,” said the professor, and I looked at my watch and found that I had been in the laboratory four hours but I decided that it was well spent for I had all the information I needed. I went back to my hotel and began preparing for my trip to Thompson- ville anxious, once I’d started, to find out what all my classmates had done or were doing. I left word with Stella Ziemian, clerk in the hotel, to call me early the next morning. Strange to say, no call was needed, I was awake an hour before I should have been. Excitement was getting the best of my good sense. I rushed from the hotel and hailed a taxi, driven by Stanley Doyker and arrived at the station 40 minutes before the train arrived. I didn’t mind, as it was the first tim.e I had the opportu- nity to look around the new Grand Central Station, managed entirely by women. To mv utter amazement I found Mary Siernonoko and Eleanor Davis ticket agents. Chnstine War- ren, manager of the magazine coun- ter. Frances Antinore in charge of the soda and candy counter, ably as- sisted by Statia Ligenza, Antonia Bajek, and Alfonsa Piotrowski. Writ- ing out the train schedule was Lillian Romano. The telephone booth was in charge of Amelia Vitale, Elizabeth Polek, and Mary Trapanese and the information booth ably taken care of by Josephine Giaccone, Evangeline Raissi, and Angelina Grosso. I found that I could really have spent several hours going around the various little shops in the station, but, I just vis- ited the ones whose names attracted my attention such as “Ajigelica Sis- ters, Exclusive Dress Shop,” ' Evelyn A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1 1 Taylor and Jennie Albano, Beauty Culture ’ “Goodson and Mientns, First Aid Rooms,” and “The Bar ' bara Chapin Book Store.” Helen Crosson announced that my train would leave in five minutes on track 4 so I de- cided I’d better leave the shops and take my train. The conductor was no other than John Grippo. When the train reached Hartford, a newsboy came through with papers. It had been so long since Fd seen a Hartford paper, I bought one. It seemed as if the names of my class- mates popped out on every page. In the advertising section, I read High Grade Milk, Korona ' s Dairy; Violin Lessons, Professor Charles DesG ' o; Expert dressmakers, Nancy Alaimo and Rose Casarella ; Efficient and Ac- curate Service, Helen Baltronis, Mary Bellico, Winifred Ludivin, Helen Rambeisa, Public Stenographers; Re- modeling your House? See Scavotto Sisters, Interior Decorators; For Sale, Bird Houses — Curtis Basker- ville; Is your golf game up to par? See Joseph Klimek; Elocution Les- sons, Mademoiselle Sisitzky. I turned to the editorial page and started reading one of the new book reviews. “Your Garden and You” by Helen Narewski. The review was signed by Waltella Lezone. Glancing through the news, I noted that Lois King had won much praise for her work as a Girl Scout Leader. That Mary Petraska had just opened a Day Nursery and had as her head nurse Ernita Morse and her assistant was Marion Quick. In charge of the office was Josephine Misuraca, Eugenia Vella, and Flora Henry. Evelyn Dixon had just returned from a piano concert tour and her man- ager, Jeannette Smith was anxious to receive other engagements. A recital was to be given by the pupils of the Alaimo Sisters Music Studio. “Thompsonville, Thompsonville ! ” called the conductor. I collected my things and made ready to leave the train. As I was leaving it, I ran ? cross Josevhine Hias, Bessie Szuflat, Jennie Vasilocosta, Jennie Kawa, and Josephine Vella returning from the office of Travelers Insurance Co. where they had worked diligently all day. Samuel Zirolli, they told me owned a pool room. I decided to walk up to the hotel in hopes that Fd see a few more friends. Along the way, I read ' ‘Esther Fai- man’s Specialty Shop,” “Miller ' s Famous Doughnuts,” “James Gurreri, High Grade Shoes;” “Evelyn Wilson ' s Dress Shop.” At the hotel I was greeted by Mary Ann Caramazza, clerk at the desk and was shown to my room by Ella Amato. After dinner, I went over to the re- union, curious to know what the sur- prises were which had been spoken of. I met Evelyn Rachwalski, Joseph- ine Roczniak, Gladys Most, and Vinci Alaimo who informed me that they had chosen the teaching profession. Later, I met Ruth Ganner who had become a librarian, Martina Marmac- cio who was running her own print- ing ofnce and Carmella Caramazza who was secretary. She told me that Esther Bellomo was a saleslady in a large department store in Springfield and F ' ances Olechney had become a dancing teacher. When we were all gathered in the assembly. President Joseph Pepek called the meeting to order. Stella Dusza read the last secretary’s re- port. Lois King welcomed the class back and Stanley Swiattowski, a suc- cessful business man, announced that his report was the surprise. The lights were put out, the curtains parted, and showed a moving picture screen. When the pictures were flashed on the screen, we all did get a pleasant surprise. It was the film taken v ay back in 1932 of the Arbor Day parade. As each person came along, Stanley told from the informa- tion gathered by various classmates, the report which you have just read. I left the auditorium that night, fully convinced that the class of 1932 had certainly defeated “Old Man Depres- sion” and had found the corner around which “Prosperity had been hiding!” 12 THE TATLER CLASS JINGLES Catherine Alaimo Catherine Alaimo whose father keeps provisions, Is very wise in her decisions. In 8BI we find her seat, And her desk is always neat. Mary Alaimo Mary Alaimo outside of school. Practices upon her piano stool. A great musician she may be. For she shows ability. Joseph Alaimo Who’s that boy sweeping the floor? Why it’s Joe Alaimo in his father’s store; Behind the counter chopping meat Or on the truck his friends he’ll greet. Nancy Alaimo Nancy Alaimo is a studious girl. Her straight hair has never a curl. In her notebooks she gets A, And has not been absent a single day. Vinci Alaimo Vinci the voice of the world around With her oratory powers covers ground. She’ll argue for this and then you’re to blame Speeches and Vinci are one and the same. Jennie Albano Jennie Albano who has very much to say. Doesn’t always do it in the proper way. She is very talkative in her own home room. But in English class she uses who for whom. Susie Albano Who’s that girl of 8B2 Who always has something to do? Why, it’s Susie as we all know. When school’s dismissed she says “Let’s go!” Ella Amato Ella is pleasant and Ella is fine. Ella is always and forever on time. She is playful but studious and always neat. If you know our Ella you know a treat. Angelina Angelica Our Angelina is the teacher’s pearl. She has very red cheeks but n’er a curl. She comes to school ahead of time So all her work wdll be done by nine. Vincetta Angelica Of our dressmaker we are proud. Miss Gager sings her praises loud. Her work shows style and neatness, too; Like her we find but very few. Frances Antinore Frances Antimore is a jolly girl. Her dark hair has many a curl; The teacher’s notes she takes around. And in her work to improve she is bound. Sam Attardi With a clip and a clap, and a bing, bang, boom. It’s little Sam Attardi entering the room! He makes so much noise with his feet. It sounds like a horse out in the street. Antonia Bajek Antonia Bajek has light, red hair Which we observe she brushes with care. We know that for candy she is keen, And down at Grant’s store she is often seen. Helen Baltronis Helen always hears the trains w hiz by And sees all the “Kingfishers” in the sky. The reason for this as most everyone knows, Is because by her door the Connecticut River flows. Joseph Bania Joseph Bania is quiet and nice Before he speaks, he first thinks twice. A very fine character he does conceal. We wish these secrets he would reveal. Edwin Barszcz Edwin Barszcz is a lazy boy, And often others he does annoy; Just sits in his seat all day, Never likes to work, but loves to play. A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 13 Curtis Baskerville Curtis comes trom down the line, And it’s been said from time to time, It’s never been known for him to shirk. This boy always does his work. Frank Bayek Frank Bayek, with eyes of blue. Wins all the girls with his good looks, too. He’s a Boy Scout of troop nineteen. And in Student Council he’s been seen. Virginia Belisle She works and thinks with all her might, Making things come out just right. On the playground she is bound to be. Keeping the lines in order, don’t you see ? Mary Bellico Mary Bellico, so tall and thin Her pleasant smile is sure to win. To all her classmates she is most kind, A nicer girl would be hard to find. Esther Bellomo She’s dark and plump and tall. She’s out of the room and into the hall. Our Esther Bellomo is lots of fun Especially when her Arithmetic is done. Matthew Blaszko Matthew Blaszko an aviator will be, For the world at twenty-one he’ll see; To Paris, Matthew soon will go. Then over mountains and sea to Jericho. Muriel Bostick Muriel’s hair is long and straight. And she is never absent or late. She likes very much to play baseball, Although as a hitter she’s not there at all. Michael Bruno Michael Bruno, whom everyone knows Likes to sleep wherever he goes. But in arithmetic he is bright. And in that subject takes delight. Mary Brutto Mary Brutto has curly hair. In all her vmrk she does play fair. A smile on her face, we always see, Yes, that’s our Mary of 8B3. Edward Buika Edward Buika a boy so strong Breaks his way through every throng, “What’s the matter,” he will shout. For he has to know what the trouble is about. Roy Burns Roy is a quiet boy in school But when out of doors just loves to fool, And when his friend, John Grippo, is around They make the world jump up side down. Carmela Caramazza Carmela works hard all day. Trying to help out in every way; Tennis is her favorite sport. She will be found on the High School court. Mary Ann Caramazza Hard luck has Mary Ann Caramazza had And for her suffering we all feel bad — Her curly hair we think is grand Curls like that are in great demand. Rose Casarella Rose, so modest and sweet a lass. From these walls of protection she must pass. She was never noisy, nor boisterous, nor loud. No matter how behaved the rest of the crowd. Evangeline Casiello Evangeline Casiello of 8B3, Dainty and sweet we know her to be. In gym her interest is quite keen, Evangeline is one who is never mean. Louis Casinghino Louis whom we all know Takes lessons on the banio. He practices hard each day, “Practice makes perfect” so they say. Arlene Chadderton Arlene Chadderton, with a comb in hand. Always wears a prettv band. She tries so hard in all her work, She has never been known to shirk. Barbara Chapin Barbara Chapin you’ll see studying in school all day. I). HIGGIN’S JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 15 She’s quiet and shy and never has much to say. Her work is said to be done with care, And when classes begin she’s always there. Stanley Cogtella Stanley delights in being a boss And sometimes to the class is cross, But never mind we’ll find him yet A politician you just bet. Carlo Colarusso Who’s that boy of 8B3 so tali. Who’s always loitering in the hall? As an expert in aviation. He has our greatest admiration. Joseph Colletti Joseph’s poems have earned him fame In every “Tatler” you’ll find his name. He writes with grace and ease; A natural poet — who is sure to please. Hugh Combs There it goes loop the loop. Into a tailspin and then a scoop. You’d think it was someone insane But it’s only Hugh Combs trying his airplane. Helen Crosson Who is the girl so tall and slight With hair and eyes so very bright? It’s Helen Crosson as you must know. She’s not one who goes in for show. Genia Cygan Genia Cygan has — that school-girl complexion — And in the mirror looks for her reflec- tion. In orchestra she is an active member Genia is a girl we all remember. Eleanor Davis The quietest girl in all the school With manner calm and very cool. Extremely modest and rather shy — But Eleanor as a student ranks very high. Clark Dempsey Clark Dempsey likes to write And “Tatler” work he’ll never slight. He uses his mind to its best extent A habit which Clark will never repent. Charles Destro Where the sweet music comes from is quite a riddle. But we know it’s Charles Destro play- ing his fiddle. His talented fingers are on the strings. Clear as a bell, his music rings. Peter Di Rosa Who is that boy that communicates so long? It’s Peter Di Rosa still going strong. He never gets tired of moving his jaw. Which we all know is against the school law. Evelyn Dixon Evelyn Dixon likes dramatics. For her costumes she goes to the attics; She surely has a fine complexion. For an actress she’s our selection. Stanley Doyker Stanley Doyker, a farmer’s son. In the classroom is full of fun. You may see him with tools in hand, While working diligently on his land. Stella Dusza I know a girl who’s in great demand An excellent job she is sure to land. She writes for the “Tatler,” and prints on the board And the teachers all vote for her with one accord. Amelia Dynia Amelia Dynia is quite small Has red hair and is friendly to all. She and Sophie you will always see Talking from nine to half past three. Teddy Dynia Teddy is both short and gay. And he’s always happy. I’m glad to say. On him they try to play a trick. But you don’t beat him in arithmetic. Howard Edgar Howard, the farmer, with eyes of blue. On his face there are freckles, too. He is very bashful indeed, For the girls he takes no heed. Esther Faiman Enter Esther — a fine student you’ll admit. Does she bluff — no not a bit. She’s on to her job both morn and night. She’ll reach her goal all right. 16 THE TATLER Walter Fontaine Walter hails from up Booth Road way On the bus he comes each day. He is a quiet and collected lad; And loves to make his teachers mad. Jewell Fuge Jewell Fuge, so winsome and neat, Has a voice quite soft and sweet. Bright as any girl could be. Is our Jewell of 8B3. Louis Franciamore Who is this boy that’s bright and short. Who likes to be in every sport ? To the girls he gives no attention. To leave them flat is his intention. Alice Gamache Listen! the music begins to come — It’s Alice making her banjo hum. She gees to orchestra practice each time. To learn to make pure harmony and rhyme. Ruth Ganner I’ll bet you boys know Ruth Ganner, With her keen and pleasing manner. She always makes up her work, Ruth is a worker — not a shirk. Remo Garini An outdoor boy who likes to roam. Into the forest he goes alone. A good Vice-President Remo has made. As a forest ranger he’ll be well paid. Josephine Giaccone Josephine loves to read all day. With all her books she’s very gay; She comes to school dressed with care. To miss a day she does not dare. Francis Glista He is a boy both happy and gay Becoming more efficient in every way. He is intelligent and has a broad mind A boy like Francis is hard to And. Edwin Goncher Edwin Goncher has made his run. To conquer geography, which he has done. In this subject he works so hard, Mrs. Barnett writes B on his card. Bernice Goodson Coming from Bigelow Ave. we see Our Bernice Goodson as busy as a bee. From early morn till the setting sun Bernice’s work is never done. John Grippo John Grippo seems to like to play. This means almost every day. It seems somebody is always saying, “John! please stop that playing.” Angelina Grosso Angelina Grosso, a very happy lass. Always is laughing and talking in class. When it’s time for her to get up and recite The teacher gives her a terrible fright. Charles Gudaitis When Charles is called upon in class. He speaks as if he’s sure to pass. For his good nature he is known. And business ability he has shown. James Gureri James, who sits in school all day. Never says anything out of the way; You can notice him by the way he acts. He is one to stick to facts. Edwin Gwozdz Edwin for Higgins School plays After school he never stays. As out to practice he does trot He tries to hit the ball across the lot. Charles Hamilton Charles Hamilton is a boy who doesn’t shirk. His active mind is always hard at work. If all the pupils had Charles’ brain Never a soul would the teachers de- tain. Irene Henderson Who’s that girl w ho studies hard And has not a “D” on her report card ? Why it’s Irene Henderson of 8B2, We know she is always honest and true. Flora Henry Flora Henry is always gay. She never has a word to say. In her studies she is fair, And never has a single care. Josephine Hias To school she walks quite fast. Because she’s afraid she might be last. When she’s coming down the aisle. You’d know her by her jolly smile. A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 17 Edward Hojnacki If you look up into the sky You’ll see Edward Hojnacki riding by, For all speed records he’s trying to break, While the wings of his plane seem to shiver and shake. Wilfred Hopkins Wilfred known as “Toad” is a nice lad He’s full of ginger and seldom sad. But he is never to be found If a few girls happen to be around. Fred Ingraham For the test “I’m prepared,” Fred will shout. For that’s the motto of a true Boy Scout. In the class he’s liked by one and all, Good things come in packages quite small. Josephine Jedziniak Here’s a girl tall and slim She never is seen without a grin. She’s pretty and witty and pleasant, too. Meet our Josephine for she’s true blue. Lillian Jensen French club boasts a president rare, A Danish girl so sweet and fair. Lillian Jensen is her name; We hope she’ll always stay the same. Peter Kaminsky Attention Peter, if you want to hear The funniest jingl e of all the year. We hope you’ll see this joke. For no fun at you dare we poke. Jennie Kawa Jennie Kawa so she claims. Seems to have books as one of her games. Always grinning, we hope you’ll agree, She’s nice — she’s happy, and very care-free. Albert Kennedy Albert Kennedy whom we know is tall, Likes the game of playing baseball. He certainly likes to take a long walk And find some girl with whom to talk. Helen Kida Who’s the small girl of our school Who has always time to fool? Why Helen Kida is her name Going to the movies is her aim. Lois King When at the honor list you glance There Lois’ name just seems to dance. High honors are hers for keeps. We wish her joy — just heaps and heaps. John Klebowsky Who is this boy that is so slow. Why, John Klebowsky, of course you know. To homework he pays no heed Trouble ahead, John — yes indeed. Joseph Klimek Joseph Klimek likes the lea. So a golf player he will be. He works as caddie every day. And very carefully saves his pay. Joseph Korona Joseph helps to peddle milk. His thoughts are just as fine as silk. He’s onto the job both night and day, Joseph your method is just O. K. Jane Kososki Jane Kososki who likes to talk. To the cupboard often does walk. She is always neat and clean. And for the boys is very keen. Frank Krupczak Frank Krupczak is a quiet boy. Many sports does he enjoy. In history he is very smart. With his book he dislikes to part. Stanley Krupczak Stanley Krupczak who is a bright lad In a blue suit, he is usually clad. He never looks into anyone’s eye. And of the girls he is very shy. Mary Kiikulka Mary is a girl who is found in her seat. She is attractive and very neat. She’s smart in English and History, too, And she’s a good match for me or you. Amelia Kupiec Whenever there is any excitement around, Amelia Kupiec can there be found. She likes to play, she likes to tease. And with all her teachers she agrees. 18 THE TATLER Josephine Kurley A student of 8B1 is Josephine Kurley, She arrives on a bus and is always early. A girl who is short and lean And with Margaret Landry is always seen. Grace Lamana I know a girl whose name is Grace, Who in gym can win a race. She enjoys taking part in sports. And likes to go to summer resorts. William Lamont William is a very fine lad In neat clothes, he is always clad. He IS fair and square in every way Nothing against him can anyone say. Margaret Landry Hark, a bugle is playing a song. It is Margaret wlio never strikes a note wrong. She always has a welcome smile. And dresses in the best of style. Samuel La Russa Samuel La Russa, a credit to our school. Does his work and doesn’t fool. He’s a boy who’s slick and clean. Always bright and always keen. Gertrude Lawton The way Gertrude works is a mystery. She always gets A in history. She is never tardy of late. But she says, “Oh, that’s just fate!” Daniel Lebeshevsky Daniel as you know likes to cook. He finds directions in a recipe book. He claims that every boy should know How to make cake and biscuit dough. Chester Ledygowski Chester has been with us since September — From Suffield he came you remember. We’re glad he chose our school to enter His interests in Higgins School to center. Ernest Lees Gentlemen of the Jury, your attention please. Next comes the case of Ernest Lees. This boy likes to sit and shirk, The penalty for this is Good Hard Work. Alwena Lehmann Alwena Lehmann, the baker’s daugh- ter. For pastries never spends a quarter. To win a drummer’s badge is her aim. That will bring her Scout troop fame. Edward Legienza There’s great laughter and cheers When Edward Legienza appears. He’s never found in a sad mood. Always polite, sometimes silly, but never rude. Matthew Lezak Matthew knows his Civics well As any listener can easily tell. Our attention he does always hold For he studies what he’s told. Waltella Lezone Waltella Lezone works very hard. To avoid a “D” on her card; In school she is happy we’re glad to say And tries to improve in every way. Statia Ligenza Who’s this coming down the hall. Not too short and not too tali? Why it’s Statia Ligenza of our school. Who is always ready to fool. Winifred Ludwin Who is the girl with blonde, curly hair? Why it’s Winifred Ludwin so free from care. To go to the movies is her delight For she’s there most every night. Valenty Lyko He’s small, attentive and a little wise This boy, his qualities likes to dis- guise. We know Valenty from his head to his feet He’s the kind of a sport that can’t be beat. Thomas Lyons Bang, boom, crash! First a leap, and then a dash. And in comes Thomas — a red-haired lad. Who never lets anything make him sad. Elizabeth Maciolek Elizabeth, so cheerful and gay Will always do what’er you say. A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 19 A rule lived up to, like this one Will bring hdizabeth happiness and fun. Henry Mangerian Henry is a small, short lad. Whispering in school is his fad. The conduct book his name does hold. Because in talking Henry is bold. Paul Mangini He’s blonde, small and wise Quite an artist for his size. The only thing we have to say Is we’d like to see him every day. Martina Marinaccio Martina Marinaccio, so attractive and neat, Hasn’t much pep but is very sweet. She is an ardent radio fan. To arrange special programs is her plan. Edith McCray Edith is mild and very kind. The sort of a person — hard to find. If anyone is looking for a friend, Upon Edith McCray you can depend. John McNulty John McNulty sleeps all day And in his studies he is far away. But when playing baseball with his friends. Out into the field the ball he sends. Sophie Mientus Sophie Mientus is so very quiet, I sometimes think she has gone on a diet. She is so cute and very small, That when she’s dressed up she looks like a doll. Woodrow Miller Woodrow is a boy with a jingle mind At writing jingles he’s quite a find. We’re glad to be able to tell That in the 8th grade he’s done ex- ceptionally well. Francis Miller Francis Miller in school is improving, Around the room he’s always moving. He sells doughnuts in the town, In school he tries to be a clown. Josephine Misuraca Josephine Misuraca likes to sew, We’re glad she was in the fashion snow. She also likes to have some fun, h ' or out on the field you should see her run. Ernita Morse The plants in 8A look trim and new Because of our plant monitor so very true. If you haven’t guessed, we’ll gladly state It’s Ernita Morse, who’s just first rate. Allyn Most Allyn Most so straight and tall In his subjects was never known to fall. His writing is legible and neat. Whenever you want him, he’s in his seat. Gladys Most Gladys Most is quiet all the day. Not a word in class does say, “Silence is golden” is her belief. To the teachers this is quite a relief. Helen Narewski Helen Narewski with her sunny smile All her classmates does beguile. As social monitor we vote her A, But clean your desk — or after school you’ll stay. Steven Narewski Who is that boy as quiet as can be? Why, it’s Steven Narewski of 8B3. He sits at his work just like a mouse, You’d never think he was in the house. Joseph Nasiita Joseph Nasuta, fat and stout. Goes a-fishing for a trout. He surely likes to skate; He talks as if he were in a debate. Ruth Noble Ruth is beauty itself it seems. She sits around and dreams and dreams. Her bright blue eyes and curly hair Are the envy of others not so fair. Sophie Nosal Chatter, chatter, chatter, Whnt can be the matter? Sophie must be close at hand She’s great on noise you understand. 20 THE TATLER Stanley Nowak Stanley is both joyful and gay, A broad smile on his face does play. He tries to brighten someone who ' s glum To beat Stanley you have to go some. Frances Olechney Frances Olechney is full of fun, Many a friend in school she has won. To go to dances is her joy. Especially with a good-looking boy. Leroy Oliver Leroy Oliver from Civics will never be exempt Because to study he makes no attempt. His notebook lacks clippings and pic- tures, too. Leroy, w-hatever is the matter with you? Arthur Olivieri Arthur Olivieri an athlete is he. And a good one just believe me. He played on the school five and is now on the nine. In all of t he sports he does shine. Joseph Olko Joseph’s strength is hard to beat. In wrestling or throwing he likes to compete. He also likes to read Western stories, About the cowboys and their glories. Mary Olko Mary Olko, a very tall lass. We’re glad to have in our graduating class. She has many friends indeed. To call upon when she’s in need. Charles Pace Charles Pace has dark, brown hair He is an optimist — I do declare He will graduate, of that I’m sure And later on a fine job procure. Leo Pa jot Leo Pajot so big and strong When happy, he sings a song. He likes to play and he likes to work And on street corners he does never lurk. Betty Patterson Betty to Troop No. 1 does belong. Her greatest delight is to sing a song; In a green uniform she does appear. Perhaps playing the drum will be her career. Joseph Pepek Joseph Pepek never looks sad He always finds something to make him glad. He is President of our Graduating Class Quite an opportunity for either lad or lass. Mary Petraska Mary Petraska, a girl so tall Never lingers m the hall. She minds her business and watches her step. And w’hat is more she’s full of pep. Milton Piepul Dowm the road there came a car In it W ' as seated a famous star. It you really want to know his name It is Milton Piepul of “Scrooge” fame. Alexander Pilch Whose that boy w’ho never spreads a rumor ? And alw ' ays is found in good humor. Why it’s Alexander Pilch w hom every- one should know’, For he has plenty of friends and not a foe. Alfonsa Piotrowski Alfonsa Piotrowski is a girl of 8B1, She works hard and boys she does shun. Tests she never seems to fear — And her homework she does — that is clear. Elizabeth Polek Who’s that girl that comes on the bus ? We’re alw’ays glad to have her with us. Why it’s Elizabeth Polek so very tall. She stands five feet five against the w’all. Tony Porcello Tony Porcello of Carpet Street, A mechanic’s job he wdll meet. He likes to experiment with new’ things. And w’hile w’orking, he w histles or sings. Melvin Purdy A short little man is Melvin Purdy. He needs more w’eight to make him sturdy. Give him a chance and you’ll see What a husky he can be. A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 21 Marion Quick Marion Quick, who is full of smiles, Is always walking down the aisles. She is usually tying or untying her shoe; And is always satisfied with nothing to do. Eleanor Quinlan Eleanor Quinlan you must recall Is neither short nor very tall. Her hair is dark and straight; Thus she goes forth to meet her fate. Celia Quinn A very fine girl is Celia Quinn, Her friendship is very easy to win. To the pictures she will go. Whenever she hears there is a good show. Evelyn Rachwalski Evelyn Rachwalski so tall and slim Is one of our best leaders in gym. She has been secretary of 8B3, Success for her is our prophecy. Henry Ragion Henry Ragion, so tall and strong. Is just the boy who never goes wrong. His geography he has mastered well. But spelling — well it’s hard to tell. Evangeline Raissi Evangeli ne Raissi is fair and sweet. Many in geography class she can beat. School days to her are a great joy She never spends a moment thinking of a boy. Helen Rambeisa A sturdy lass with a pleasing way, A deep voice and a manner gay. In our Washington Play Helen was seen Acting as the wife of General Green. Paul Resta Paul Resta likes to talk. To the town library he hates to walk; Books from our school he does read. Saves him time and requires no speed. Josephine Roczniak Josephine, a girl with a fine spirit Is ready for any test and does not fear it. She masters her subiects one and all, To High School she’ll go this coming Fall. Lillian Romano Lillian, a girl, who is fair and true. Works out her problems through and through. To school each day she comes, neat and clean. And always with a smile on her face is seen. Josephine Santanelli A frolic, a smile, and a bright laugh we hear. It’s Josephine Santanelli that must be near. For she’s gay and peppy and noisy, too. If you know Josie you’ll never be blue. John Santanella John Santanella so tall and slim. Surely does his best in gym. He always studies hard each day. So as to pass the hours away. Helen Sas Helen Sas is young and fair. Blonde and wavy is her hair. Her appearance is always neat, A most friendly girl she is to greet. Bernadine Scavotto Bernadine Scavotto is a good writer In her school work few are brighter. Her account will always be straight For in arithmetic she is first rate. Natalie Scavotto Natalie Scavotto likes to sing. She always lets her bracelets ring. Maybe some day she will teach. She will try hard her goal to reach. Saverio Scavotto Look here my friends and you shall see Saverio Scavotto as busy as a bee. With his toys he has lots of fun V ith airplanes and autos on the run. Jennie Senio Jennie Senio has long, brown hair. And also a complexion fair. She knows her place. I’ll say. For in school she’s never caught at play. William Sidway William Sidway very fast is he An Olympic runner he may some day be. He is both slim and tall And finds much fun in playing ball. 22 THE TATLER Mary Siemonoko Look who’s coming, our girls’ basket- ball champ — The boys she never tries to vamp. Her homework she never does neglect Everyone treats her with great re- spect. Chester Sienko Do you see that boy just sitting there and grinning? But listen folks, that’s only the be- ginning. Now you’ll hear a loud guffaw. Oh that’s Chester Sienko whom you just saw. John Silansky Come, come, all gather near The tale of John Silansky you must hear. In basketball he’s quite a star To find one better, you would travel far. Doris Sisitzky There is a girl who’s very smart In our assemblies, Doris always takes part. Winning essay contests is her goal — All in all, she’s a most ambitious soul. Leonard Slaybard Leonard Slaybard likes to read In literature he should succeed. Leonard is a Boy Scout At camp you should hear him shout. Jeanette Smith One look at Jeanette and you will see. That she is just as neat as can be. Because she wants to pass in school, Jeanette never likes to fool. Raymond Smith Now Raymond Smith is tall and thin And filled with joy and fun within. He’s a pupil of 8B2 Who is seldom seen with nothing to do. Harvey Snyder To be tardy for school is Harvey’s fate Maybe he goes to bed too late. We’ll buy him a watch or maybe a car If it’s because he lives so far. Robert Spier Who is this that is graduating this year ? Why of course, how silly of me, it’s Robert Spier. In science he rates high But in spelling, oh me! oh my! Arnold Squires Arnold’s face is bright and cheery. Of his questions, we all grow weary. His mind is quick and his thoughts are bright — But his tongue never brings them out just right. Eleanor Steele Eleanor Steele is a popular lass. And was chosen Secretary of Miss White’s class. She is neat and dresses just so. Many good things about her do we know. Frank Strycharz High up in the air How he can fly; Frank Strycharz, the artist. The pride of Junior High. Walter Strycharz Walter Strycharz a good politician is he. For his speaking he should get a de- gree. We hope the world will give him a square deal. So that his speaking abilities he can reveal. Frank Sypek Frank Sypek is small and short. And is also a good sport. He often works with the baker. That is why he’s a good money maker. Stanley Swiattowski Please listen to this jingle one and all It concerns Stanley, ready at Miss Clancy’s call. The President of the Student Council is his fate A great honor — now ' let me state. Taddy Szczepanek Taddy Szczpanek whom we all know. To trade school he is going to go. A machinist he hopes to be. Good luck to our president of 8B3! Bessie Szuflat We’re proud to have Bessie on the honor roll. She tried so hard with might and soul. A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 23 She is so very good at school, That she will never break a rule. Michael Talnak Michael is a farmer’s son Who likes to play and have some fun; You’ll never find him in his seat, He’s always up and on his feet. Evelyn Taylor She dresses in red — she dresses in blue On this fair lady any color will do. She’s rather quiet and slightly sedate A wee bit popular and right up to date. Ruth Thompson This monitor makes the boys mind fine And is on to her job all the time. The boys don’t think it quite fair, But Ruth is doing her duty — so be- ware! Max Tomaszek Max Tomaszek is a witty boy Whose keen fun we do enjoy. To learn geography is his aim And perhaps in travel he’ll win fame. Charles Torre Charles Torre is short and slim. Everybody likes to have fun with him. In the classroom Charles is so busy. It’s a wonder he never gets dizzy. Mary Trapanese Mary Trapanese likes to bake. She tries her luck at making a cake. In arithmetic she works with success. For a B in that subject she wants to possess. Gilbert Trudeau Showing off is Gilbert’s delight, And in his plane he’ll take a flight. In building airplanes, he is very smart But in spelling he cannot make a start. Jennie Vasilocosta Jennie is always happy and gay. Even on a rainy day. We are very proud of telling. That in her class she excels in spell- ing. Eugenia Vella Eugenia Vella strong and gay. All the teachers she does obey. Quiet and kind and busy as a bee. For her arithmetic marks an A you will see. Josephine Vella Josephine Vella in school does well. For in her subjects, she does excel. When she works, she tries her best. You never see her taking a rest. Lily Vella Lily Vella is a talkative girl. Wherever she is, she is in a whirl. Every morning just before nine. She will walk up the hall to give you a line. James Vesce Who’s that walking down the aisle With Miss Woods behind in single file? It must be James, yes, he’s the boy. First he’s bold and then he’s coy. Amelia Vitale Amelia Vitale is medium in weight. And always appears to be up to date. In her studies she does very well. But always listens for the bell. Christine Warren A girl whose writing is hard to beat Is Christine Warren in the back seat. She sits and ponders all the while. To talk continually is not her style. Eileen Warren Eileen Warren is neat and clean And for out-of-door work she’s very keen. In physical training she does excel And in her studies she does quite well. Evelyn Wilson Evelyn Wilson is jolly and sweet. Her, I am sure you would like to meet. We are very proud of her name, Evelyn Wilson of 8B2 fame. Edward Wing Edward Wing is tall and thin. Has light red hair, and a big broad grin. A business school is his next step. To become a cashier with a lot of pep. Stella Zator Who is the girl with all the style That comes to meet us with a smile ? It’s Stella Zator whom we all know In class activities she is on the go. 24 THE TATLER Stella Ziemian Stella’s thoughts are quick as flashes From her work she never dashes. Playtime in school to Stella is rare; And in recitation she is sure to have a share. Samuel Zirolli Sam Zirolli so the boys all say Can always laugh and always play. He’s always so happy and so very carefree, We never could guess what his future might be. William Zvirblis William has a twinkle in his eye And of the girls is very fond. The reason is mighty plain to see For he’s a decided blonde. CLASS WILL We, the members of the Class of 1932, of the A. D. Higgins School, Town of Enfield, County of Hartford, State of Connecticut, being of sound mind, do hereby declare and proclaim this document to be our last Will and Testament. As our life in Junior High School comes to a close, we make these final bequests, with the hope that such evi- dences of generosity and loyalty will serve to keep the memory of the Class of 1932 alive in the hearts of our faculty and heirs, long after we have ceased to be members of this school. It is our earnest desire that the recipients of our gifts will cherish them and remember us kindly as they use them. We bestow all our worldly possessions and privileges in the fol- lowing manner: Item 1. To our Superintendent, Mr. Parkman, and to our Principal, Miss Clancy, we leave our appreciation for their kindly interest and guidance in all our school activities. Item 2. We leave with the teachers our gratitude for their earnest efforts and co-operation in helping us to se- cure our grammar school education, and in making our school experiences profitable and pleasant. Item 3. We are glad to comply with Mr. King’s request to bequeath to him one of the best preserved wigs used in the George Washington pageant. As an additional token of our admiration, we leave him a con- ductor’s stand. Item J. To Miss Clancy we leave a savings bank, which we believe she will find useful in banking the school funds. Item 5. To future classes we leave the decorations, the banner, and Uncle Sam’s suit used in the spectacular Arbor Day Parade. We desire to take with us, however, our memories of the momentous occasion. Item G. We make a remarkable contribution to the art collection of the school in the gift of the George Washington pictures portraying scenes in Washington’s life. We hope that these will inspire future art and history classes. Item 7. We leave to all pupils the privilege of enjoying the shade of the George Washington Bicentennial Tree. Item 8. We bequeath to the incom- ing class the Vocational Guidance Course, which we have found so in- teresting and practical. Item 9. We leave the sum of fifty dollars to be used to purchase new books for our school library. Item 10. We leave to Miss Sullivan, our school nurse, our gratitude for her constant interest in our well- being. Item 11. Arnold Squires leaves all his unanswered questions to Stanley Parvelac. Item 12. Stella Dusza leaves a typewriter to the next copyist of the Tatler. Item 13. Milton Piepul leaves his ability to take the part of Scrooge to a member of next year’s 8A class. Item H. We leave to you, the seventh grade pupils, the mirrors in the halls, and urge their use, daily, to improve your personal appearance. We leave the new electric refrigerator for the benefit of all, and the screen and mirror for the girls’ sewing classes. Item 15. We bestow upon the A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 25 CLASS OFFICERS— 1932 President Joseph Pepek Vice-President Lois King Treasurer Peter Kaminsky Secretary Stella Diisza WASHINGTON BICENTENNIAL ASSEMBLY 26 THE TATLER future eighth grade pupils some well- meant advice: “Don’t fail to prepare your homework.” Item 16. We leave to Miss Cope a victrola record of numbers in rhythm to relieve her of counting for penman- ship drills. Item 17. Gilbert Trudeau leaves the privilege of assisting the Airplane Club to Michael Laino. Item 18. We leave to Mr. August and Mr. Zawada the following labor- saving devices: An elevator with which to deliver the school supplies, a chute to take the waste paper to the basement, and a mechanical win- dow washer. Item 19. The eighth grade mem- bers of the Student Council bequeath to their successors the good judg- ment and splendid organization which accomplished such good results this year in school government. With these aids go also our thanks for your friendly co-operation, and our best wishes for the coming year. We hereby appoint our beloved principal. Miss Clancy, sole executrix of this, our last Will and Testament. In witness thereof we have set our signatures and the seal of the Class of 1932, this fifteenth day of June, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and thirty-two. Signed: The Class of 1932. Witnesses: Joseph Pepek, President. Stella Dusza, Secretary. GRADUATION PROGRAM Processional Mr. King and Graduates Invocation Rev. G. Stanley Helps Song — “Prayer of Thanksgiving” Class Address of Welcome Joseph Pepek, Class President Essay — “Planning, Preparing, Persevering” Lois King, High Honor Pupil Song — Boys’ Chorus “A Tribute to Washington” Group of Honor Pupils Cantata — “George Washington” Girls’ Chorus Essay — “The American Youth” Stella Dusza, High Honor Pupil Pianologue Ruth Thompson Prize Essay — “Washington and the Constitution” Minuette Group of Boys and Girls Presentation of Class Gift Stella Ziemian Acceptance of Gift Dexter Green Class Song Music by Mr. King Presentation of Prizes and Diplomas Song — “America the Beautiful” Audience Recessional Class and Mr. King CLASS STATISTICS Prettiest Girl Lois King Handsomest Boy Alexander Pilch Vainest Girl Doris Sisitzky Vainest Boy Joseph Pepek Most Popular Girl Lois King Most Popular Boy Joseph Pepek Smartest Girl Stella Dusza Smartest Boy Clark Dempsey Quietest Girl Eleanor Davis Quietest Boy Joseph Bania Most Talkative Girl Esther Faiman Most Talkative Boy.. ..Arnold Squires Class Artist Frank Strycharz Class Poet Joseph Colletti Class Athlete Arthur Olivieri Class Pet Lois King Class Sheik Thomas Lyons Wittiest Girl Stella Ziemian Wittiest Boy Clark Dempsey PRIZES We are pleased to announce that there are to be several prize s awarded to the graduating class, as in former years. This has been made possible by the kindness of the following indi- viduals and organizations: The Higgins prize of over twenty dollars will be divided equally between two pupils because they have attained the same high rating in their Junior High School work. A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 27 Two prizes of five dollars each are to be given by the Woman’s Club to the pupils ranking the highest in Mathematics and English. A prize of five dollars will be pre- sented by the Daughters of the Amer- ican Revolution to the pupil whose essay on “Washington and the Con- stitution” is judged the best. On behalf of the school, Miss Clancy will present two dollars and fifty cents to the pupil who has shown the greatest improvement in his Junior High School work. Although Charles Hamilton has been unable to be with us the whole year, we consider him a very impor- tant member of our class. We take great pleasure in sub- mitting this poem which was written by Charles during the year. Our best wishes and congratulations accompany this contribution. Class of 1932. A WONDERFUL PUP Oh, I once had the most wonderful pup. He ate with a fork, and drank from a cup. And whenever I went out to play He’d follow me out and shout, “Hurray.” One day that wonderful dog of mine Got all tangled up in an old clothes- line. And no matter how much he would pull and tug It would only give him a tighter hug. So then he sat down and thought a while. And pretty soon, he began to smile. He looked down at the cause of his grief. And began to gnaw it with sharp, white teeth. And when he had got it all chewed up You should have seen that doggie strut. He thought he had done a wonderful thing. And ought to be knighted by the king. Then, one day he caught a fiea. And it drove him crazy, practically. For no matter how smart a dog may be. He can’t quite cope with a good, smart fiea. Charles N. Hamilton, 8A. LIST OF GRADUATES Highest Honors High Honor Alaimo, Catherine Mary Alaimo, Mary Eleanor Alaimo, Joseph Charles Alaimo, Nancy Laura Alaimo, Vinci Theresa Albano, Jennie Dorothy Albano, Susie Marie Amato, Ella Anna Angelica, Angelina Anna Angelica, Vincetta Theresa Antinore, Frances Mary Attardi, Sam W. Bajek, Antonia Agnes Baltronis, Helen Katherine Bania, Joseph Frank Ba rszcz, Edwin Charles Baskerville, Curtis Lloyd Bayek, Frank Chester Belisle, Virginia Caroline Honor Bellico, Mary Aurelia Bellomo, Esther Theresa Blaszko, Matthew Teddy Bostick, Muriel Bruno, Michael John BruttO; Mary Rita Buika, Edward James Burns, Roy J oseph Caramazza, Carmela Nancy Caramazza, Mary Ann Eleanor Casarella, Rose Mary Casiello, Evangeline M. Casinghino, Louis Anthony Chadderton, Arlene Mae Chapin, Barbara Elizabeth Cogtella, Stanley John Colarusso, Carlo Joseph Colletti, Joseph Francis Combs, Hugh Daniel 28 THE TATLER Crosson, Helen Cornelia Cygan, Genia Eleanor Davis, Eleanor Gertrude Dempsey, Clark Destro, Charles Di Rosa, Peter Philip Dixon, Evelyn Mae Doyker, Stanley P. Dusza, Stella Louise Dynia, Amelia Anne Dynia, Teddy Edward Edgar, Howard Albert Faiman, Esther Fontaine, Walter Leonard Fuge, Jewell Gertrude Franciamore, Louis Joseph Gamache, Alice Marie Ganner, Ruth Emma Garini, Remo Carlo Giaccone, Josephine Theresa Glista, Francis Dennis Goncher, Edwin J. Goodson, Bernice Margaret Grippo, John Joseph Grosso, Angelina Josephine Gudaitis, Charles Gurreri, James J. Gwozdz, Edwin John Hamilton, Charles Henderson, Irene Victoria Henry, Flora Kay Hias, Josephine Victoria Hojnacki, Edward Stanley Hopkins, Wilfred Arthur Ingraham, Fred William Jedziniak, Josephine Victoria Jensen, Lillian Katie Kaminsky, Peter Edward Kawa, Jennie Mary Kennedy, Albert Donald Kida, Helen Anne King, Lois Ella Klebosky, John Joseph Klimek, Joseph Korona, Joseph J. Kcsoski, Jane Julia Krupczak, Frank Walter Krupczak, Stanley Joseph Kukulka, Mary Catherine Kupiec, Amelia Louise Kurley, Josephine Eleanor Lamana, Grace Frances Lament, William Irvin Landry, Margaret Roselind La Russa, Samuel J. Lawton, Gertrude Marian Lebeshevsky, Daniel Ledygowski, Chester Stanley Lees, Ernest Carlton Lehmann, Alwena Emma Legienza, Edward Stephen Lezak, Matthew Joseph Lezone, Waltella Helen Ligenza, Statia Amelia Ludwin, Winifred Fanny Lyko, Valenty Joseph Lyons, Thomas Edward Maciolek, Elizabeth Eleanor Mangerian, Henry Mangini, Paul Joseph Marinaccio, Martina T. McCray, Edith Belle McNulty, John David Mientus, Sophie Nellie Miller, Woodrow R. Miller, Francis T. Misuraca, Josephine Agnes Morse, Ernita King Most, Allyn Rutherford Most, Gladys Eleanor Narewski, Helen Jeannette Narewski, Steven R. Nasuta, Joseph J, Noble, Ruth Margaret - Nosal, Sophie Agnes Nowak, Stanley Joseph Olechny, Frances Elizabeth Oliver, Leroy R. Olivieri, Arthur John Olko, Joseph Olko, Mary Agnes Pace, Charles James Pajot, Leo Francis Patterson, Betty Madeline Pepek, Joseph Michael Petraska. Mary Piepul, Milton E. Pilch, Alexander F. Piotrowski, Alfonsa Lillian Polek, Elizabeth Dorothy Porcello, Tony J. Purdy, Melvin J. Quick, Marion Ruth Quinn, Celia Elizabeth Quinlan, Eleanor Loretta Rachwalski, Evelyn S. Ragion, Henry Joseph Raissi, Evangeline Anna Rambeisa, Helen Doris Resta, Paul Joseph Roczniak, Josephine Theresa Romano, Lillian Mary Santanelli, Josephine Santanella, John Jerry Sas, Helen Anna Scavotto, Bernadine Mary Scavotto, Nathalie M. Scavotto, Saverio Senio, Genevieve Julia Sidway, William Clarence A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 29 Siemonoko, Mary Statia Sienko, Chester Henry Silansky, John Sisitzky, Doris Geraldine Slaybard, Leonard Harold Smith, Jeannette Rachel Smith, Raymond Elmer Snyder, Harvey Robert Spier, Robert D. Squires, Arnold Edward Steele, Eleanor Josephine Strycharz, Frank John Strycharz, Walter Peter Sypek, Frank Leslie Swiattowski, Stanley J. E. Szczepanek, Taddy Joseph Szufl at, Bessie R. Talnak, Michael G. Taylor, Evelyn Bernice Thompson, Ruth Harriet Tomaszek, Matthew Edward Torre, Charles Joseph Trapanese, Mary Jane Trudeau, Gilbert E. Vasilocosta, Jennie Helen Vella, Josephine Anna Vella, Lily Angelina Vella, Eugenia Mary Vesce, James Joseph Vitale, Amelia Mary Warren, Christine L. 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