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

Text from Pages 1 - 44 of the 1937 volume:

Zbc zratler Edited and Published by the Pupils of A, D. Higgins Junior High School, Thompsonville, Connecticut Vol. XV, No. 2 June, 19-37 Price, 40 Cents THE FACULTY Superintendent Principal Edgar H. Parkman Floyd B. Davis Supervisor of Music Wesley Merritt J. Therese Twomey B. Elizabeth White Alice R. Woods Catherine P. Cope Elizabeth M. Ryan Mary E, Browne Marie C. Shea John Zawada School Nurse Anna M. Sullivan Teachers Katherine C. McGinity M. Winifred Stewart Virginia Jandreau Mary Clancy Mary M. Malley J. H. Lyons Edna P. Shea Janitors Supervisor of Drawing Arlene Kerr Borck Margaret K. Miller Pearl K. Jandreau Martha D. Graham Esther H. Smyth Lena M. Angelica Harriet E. Ryan Robert B. Walker William Devine OFFICERS, 1936-1937 TATLER Editor-in-Chief. . Cyril Gordon Assistant Editor-in-Chief. Eleanor Bak Literary Editor Pauline Lament Humor Editor.... Frank Cook Business Manager JElaine Carmel Advertising Staff., Fred Haight, Stephen Pierz, Geno Santandrea, William Comstock, Jerry Lepore Copyists Mary Melfa, Genevieve Pietrusza, Sophie Typrowicz, Alphonse Misuraca, Barbara Magill J. Therese Twomey B. Elizabeth White Tatler Advisors Mary E. Browne Virginia Jandreau Distributors Mary M. Malley J. H. Lyons 8 A Raymond Halstead 8B1 Harold Reed 8B2 Edward Wadsworth 8B3 Marion Purdy 8C .....Eleanor Dell Aquila 7A Charles Maniscalchi 7B1 Florence Franciamoin 7B2.. Michael Rumore 7B3... - Dan Mangini 7C..... John Ruggero A . D. Higgins Junior High School COMPLIMENTS OF ENFIELD TIRE AND BATTERY SERVICE SHELL STATION ii 907 Enfield Street Thompsonville, Conn. Q WE OFFER A Complete Banking Service Commercial Accounts Savings Department Christmas Club Safe Deposit Boxes Industrial Loans Mortgage Loans Trust Department ! THOMPSONVILLE TRUST CO. PHONE 200 T. J. COLLINS, Prop. PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS LET’S BOWL FOR EXERCISE! | and meet the fellows at Collins’ Alleys while you enjoy that popular indoor sport. Forget the worries of the day and loosen up those sleepy muscles. Bowling is Healthful Exercise, besides being lots of fun. SIX ALLEYS — SIX BILLIARD TABLES COLLINS’ BOWLING ALLEYS Thompsonville, Conn. S The Tatler MAKE YOUR EMPTY COAL BIN PAY RENT BLUE COAL Fill Up Now With At June Prices Enfield Lumber Coal Company THE YARD AT THE END OF PROSPECT STREET Telephone 21 D. WM. BRAINARD, Mgr. COMPLIMENTS OF W. T. WATSON CO. Tel. 130 or 0 28 Thompsonville, Conn. COMPLIMENTS OF Longmeadow Public Market, Inc. 408 Longmeadow Street Dr. Clarke Carle LONGMEADOW, MASS. DENTIST Phone 3 69 High Street Thompsonville Free direct wire to our Longmeadow store. Free delivery to Thompsonville three times daily. COMPLIMENTS OF Frances M. Maggio Teacher of Piano iFrankltn 38 School St. Phone 118-4 Thompsonville - - Connecticut (Tljratrr PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS Ann’fi Irautg t|np INSURANCE 30 Pearl Street Tel. 906 Res. 577-2 IN ALL ITS FORMS — ALL KINDS OF — BEAUTY CULTURE B[imNftRD-ftHR[NS. loc. Insurance Specialists Open Evening’s by Appointmeni 90 Pearl Street Phone 45-2 ZYCH S Compliments of DEPARTMENT STORE WE SELL Nationally Advertised Goods School Supplies Cosmetics : Hosiery Lingerie : Infants’ Wear THOMPSONVILLE BOTTLING WORKS Tel. 243 57 Whitworth St., Thompsonville 854 Enfield St. Thompsonville COMPLIMENTS OF JOSEPH SALVA AUTOMOBILES REPAIRING on All Makes of Cars Thompsonville Hardware Go. Paints : Hardware Wall Papers SPORTING GOODS Telephone 372 34 Elm St. Thompsonville 112-114 Main St. Phone 420 Thompsonville, Conn. PLEASE PATRONIZE OUPv ADVERTISERS The Tatler l OOR8 PORCHES WINDOWS LAST CALL FOR GET OUR PRICES— ALL SIZES IN STOCK Thompsonville Lumber Corp. 92 Prospect Street Phone 131 TRY THE LITTLE BARBER SHOP — IN— O’Hear’s Block Thompsonville Emile Hamel Compliments of tL i Ik Enfield Street Phone 228-2 THOMPSONVILLE Albert J. Epstein MOTOR LIVERY GENERAL TRUCKING Local and Long Distance MOVING Tel. 182 or 620 39 Central Street THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. A. CASINGHINO Tailor Dry Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing 77 Pearl St. Thompsonville Knight’s Garage CHRYSLER — AND — PLYMOUTH Enfield Street Telephone 829-2 Compliments of A FRIEND PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS r) ' 8 ' (ii78viiy8vii i A. D. Higgins Junior High School Baronian Bros. DAILY SERVICE FOR DEVELOPING AND PRINTING FILMS Bring in your favorite snapshots for enlargements or to be Water Colored. Greeting Cards for all Occasions For a real treat try KEMP’S SALTED NUTS AND CANDIES 106 Pearl Street THOMPSONVILLE Tel. 727 J.C. PENNEY GO. DEPARTMENT ♦ STORE READY-TO-WEAR DRY GOODS AND SHOES Estelle Bldg. — North Main St. Thompsonville, Conn. Appropriate Gifts FINNAN S for Graduation SUPER SERVICE GAS : OILS SUPPLIES 904 Enfield St. Phone 336-3 COMPLIMENTS OF SPECIAL PRICES ON Watches of All Hakes DALE BROS. A. H. LEE JEWELER Thompsonville Laundry 39 Pearl Street Thompsonville Conn. PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS : it CALL OR PHONE I C. C. Chapin 1300 Enfield Street — for — MILK : CREAM : EGGS POULTRY : BROILERS STRAWBERRIES VEGETABLES : WOOD The Tatler Prompt Delivery Phone 175 The Louise Shoppe DRY GOODS STORE We specialize in MILLINERY Women’s, Children’s and Infants’ Wear 113 Main St. Thompsonville COMPLIMENTS OF Faber’s Hardware Store 51 Church St. Thompsonville COMPLIMENTS OF B tubpnt Olnunrtl A. i. lliggitiH President— PAULINE LAMONT Vice-President, ALEXANDER CYBULSKI Secretary, BARBARA MAGILL PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS A. D. Higgins Junior High School 1 Make Home Your Summer Resort Your home can be made more cool and comfortable than your favorite summer resort with Vudor or Bamboo Porch Shades, an easy chair, large porch rocker or settee, or lovely Glider to make the last word in summer comfort and you can enjoy the hottest summer days. You will have the real conveniences of home at hand, too, and what summer resorter does not long for these? You must see our big line of fiber reed furniture. As a lover of beautiful furnishings, you v ill find these great big roomy rockers, comfortable settees, handsome chairs, stands, library tables and stools worthy of attention. J. Francis Browne QUALITY New Hampshires — and — White Leghorns COMPLIMENTS OF Hatching Eggs and Day Old Chicks Dr. D. I. BLOOM Raymond Rutherford Elm Street Thompsonville, Conn. S. DILEO John Bania Ice IT’S CRYSTAL COAL AND WOOD RANGE OIL Range and Fuel Oil 757 - - PHONES - - 524-2 Alden Avenue Thompsonville PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS The Tatler Compliments of Enfield Motor Co. Geo. Gosselin BUICK Tailor — AND — G. M. C. TRUCKS Pearl St. Thompsonville Sales and Service Tydol Gas — Veedol Oil COMPLIMENTS OF Complete Lubrication Service John F. McHugh, M.D. Enfield Street THOMPSONVILLE, CONN. L. D. Allen Hollyhock House 1274 Enfield St. Tel. 1063 SPRING BROOK FARM ALL THE PANCAKES AND SYRUP MILK _ AND — YOU CAN EAT 25c CREAM COMPLIMENTS OF TUBERCULIN TESTED HERD Enfield Phone 340 Elm Street Golf Course PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS A. D. Higgins Junior High School Iromn STUDIO AND AT HOME PORTRAITURE (iur (ifiirial pi|otograpI)pr Phone 6-4507 1331 Main Street SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS m m M I |l I li ly m IN HONOR OF — Photo by Broivn iiiiHH Olatlipnnp p. Olnpp Appointed Regular Teacher in 1897 Member of the Jr. H. S. Corps since 1919 Retiring from Active Service in 1937 The 1937 Year Book is hereby dedicated by the Graduating Class to this one of our teachers whose efficient service in the schools has now extended over two score years, to increase the understanding, to encourage the efforts, to enrich everyday the school life and out- look of that very great number of present and former pupils tvho today in glad recognition of her work and worth subscribe them- selves proudly and for all time her Class ' ' Emeritus” . CLASS OF 1937 A. D. HIGGINS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL li mn m m ©atlfr Edited and Published by the Pupils of A. D. Higgins J inior High School, Thompsonville, Connecticut (Elaaa i ong (Elaaa Popm H — I — G — G — I — N — S That’s the school we love the best! To you we pledge our loyalty, With hearts that are full of sincerity. Red carnation our flower will be, And in visions we shall see Dear old Higgins Junior High Which has given us hope that reaches the sky. Our class colors gold and blue. Remind us of our debt to you; Our mem’ries of you will never fade. As we pass on from grade to grade. Our class motto is “Try Again” Which will help us to ascend To our goal so very high. So to you we bid a fond good-bye. Geno Santandrea, Alfonse Misuraca. Through the years we’ve had our share. Of all the fun, here and there; But now we’ve ended Junior High, And it is time for a fond good-bye To Mr. Davis and our teachers, too. Who were so loyal, faithful, and true. We again travel the path of life. Through thick and thin, and in every strife. If we’ll stick to our motto, “Try Again,” I’m sure we’ll not lose, but always win. With this in mind, we’ll reach our goal. If we work with all our heart and soul. Each morn when we awake, the sparkling dew. Reminds us of our colors, gold and blue. And our class flower, the red carnation. Is the loveliest flow’er in all creation. Now comes the sadness, we all do sigh. For now we must say our last good-bye. Dorothy Damon, 8A. CMaaa l iatnry ‘‘The flame of life Leaps now in us, and we will make our own Songs of living fire from it, with hands That burn in writing themP Sept. 7 — Today the pupils of the eighth grade picked out their seats in their new home rooms and prepared for another year of hard work. Sept. 17 — In assembly today, represen- tatives came and explained about the coming magazine drive. Fred Haight was chosen captain of the red pirates and Billy Comstock was chosen captain of the black pirates. Miss Woods and Miss Twomey were chosen as the faculty advisers. The Reds won with David Beckman being high salesman. Fred Haight was second high salesman. The victors were entertained in February by the losers. Billy Comstock had to sing a solo. Sept. 30 — A day off to go to the four- town-fair at Somers, Connecticut. Our school participated in the track meet ; Broadbrook school won. It can truthfully be said that everyone who went had a good time. Oct. 6 — We elected class officers today. Next Tuesday we plan to organize the Student Council, at which they will take the oath of office and elect Student Coun- cil officers. Oct. 13 — The results of the election were as follows: Cyril Gordon, Presi- dent; Alexander Cybulski, Vice-Presi- dent; and Pauline Lamont, Secretary. Oct. 28 — You could tell that report cards had been given out by the looks on some of the pupils faces. In the eighth grade Dorothy Gourlie ranked first and Dorothy Damon ranked second. There were sixteen pupils on the honor roll in the eighth grade. The Tatler Nov. 1 — Practice for the operetta started today. Everyone is working hard to make it a success. The operetta is under the direction of Miss Browne, Miss Jandreau and Miss Stewart. Nov. 25 — Thanksgiving vacation started today, Nov. 25. No one did much work in school because they were too busy dreaming about turkey. Nov. 30 — We came back to school after our vacation. Everyone enjoyed the rest and we’re sure most of them had their share of turkey. Dec. 11 — Our operetta, “The Galloping Ghost,” was presented today. There was a matinee for children at 3.15, and at 8.15 in the evening it was presented for the adults. It was a great success and was enjoyed by all. Feb. 4 — The week of February fourth we had midyear examinations. Everyone looked worried and many books were brought home every night for a week by each pupil, Feb. 12 — School was closed today in honor of the birthday of one of our great presidents, Abraham Lincoln. Feb. 14 — Valentine’s Day! Valentines were passed out in each home room. Everybody received their share of Valen- tines and so did the teachers. Feb. 16 — Today the cast for the min- strel started rehearsal. An hour each morning is being set aside entirely for it. Everyone is going to work hard in order to put the show over. Feb. 22 — Washington’s Birthday, an- other legal holiday. Feb. 27 — The start of a week’s vaca- tion. Boy! Will we have fun! Sliding, skating, and snowballing, we are sure will be enjoyed by all. March 6 — Back from vacation and ready for another term of hard work. March 26 — A day off for Good Friday. The pupils will be on their best behavior because they want their share of eggs from the Easter Bunny. April 5 — Yesterday we received word of the death of our beloved pastor of the St. Patrick’s parish, Father O’Connor. We were allowed his morning off to attend the funeral mass for the children of the parish. April 6 — We presented the “Higgins Cotton Club Minstrel” for the pupils of the Higgins School at 3.15 P. M. Many pupils attended and said it was well worth a dime. April 7 — Our big performance was given this evening. A matinee was given this afternoon for the public school chil- dren. The minstrel was a big success and we made over one hundred dollars clear profit. April 26 — We didn’t have any school today because the teachers went visiting other schools in the state. May 7 — Today we left school for a week’s vacation. It was a nice week and all the children had a good vacation with plenty of fun. May 14 — Practice for the fashion show has started under the direction of Miss Elizabeth Ryan. May 19 — In assembly today Mr. Davis announced the Valedictorian and Saluta- torian of the graduating class. He also announced that there would be no essays for graduation, but that there would be a pageant based on the life of Horace Mann, the founder of education in Mass- achusetts. Mr. Davis read the list of honor students in the order of their rank. They were: Jerry Lepore, Annie Wietecha, Dorothy Damon, Dorothy Gourlie, Elaine Carmel, Barbara Magill, Eleanor Bak, Raymond Halstead, Jane Novak, Jennie Bonk, Warren Bomely, Cyril Gordon, Anna Sacheli, Anne Eagleson, Wanda Ludwin, Nancy Knox, Anna Kamoras, Geno Santandrea, Stella Swist, Norma Allen, Sophie Agripidas, and Sophie Typrowicz. June 2 — The fashion show was pre- sented today. Many pupils participated in the event, which was given for the Higgins School children this morning and for the mothers of the pupils in the afternoon. The name of the show was, “There Was An Old Lady Who Lived In A Shoe.” There were four scenes in the show. Doris Hilditch and Shirley Harri- son were the pages. Elaine Carmel and Sophie Marcowski also had speaking parts. In the first scene the girls of the eighth grade came out in their cooking uniforms carrying different things such as cook books, bowls, and cooking uten- sils. In the second scene the girls ap- peared wearing simple dresses skillfully made by them. The third scene showed a campfire with girls in colorful shorts, slacks, and culottes, seated around it. Some were playing instruments and others were singing. The fourth scene showed the old lady talking to a neighbor in the garden. Tea was served to the mothers after the performance. June 7 — Today Class Day assembly was held. This year the play was a humorous one. Many pupils of the grad- uating class took part and also pupils of the seventh grade. After the entertain- ment, citizenship and athletic letters were given out to the pupils of the sev- enth and eighth grades. Farewell songs were sung and the class will, prophesy, and history were read. June 22 — Graduation Night. The Val- edictorian, Jerry Lepore, introduced the pageant, which was based on the life of Horace Mann. Geno Santandrea repre- sented Horace Mann. Many other pupils took part in the pageant. After the pageant the farewell address was given A. D. Higgins Junior High School OlkBifi We are news reporters for the New York Times and recently won a slogan contest sponsored by the Carmel Soap Co. The prize was an all expense paid trip, any place in the United States, but the cost was not to exceed $2,000. We are good news reporters and even on vacation are on the “job,” so we decided to combine business with pleasure and this is the result: THE DIARY OF THREE SMART GIRLS June 1, 1952 — We plan to visit, if pos- sible, every city and town in which some member of our Higgins School Class has located or at least to find out from some- one what they are doing. We start to- morrow in our streamlined car, designed by Fred Haight which we bought at the Gordon Sales Co. June 2, 1952 — Up bright and early and on the road at 8.30, no danger of motor trouble, as our chauffeur, Warren Devlin, took the car to the Sarno Service Station yesterday where Josejih Kozaczka and Edwai ' d Ziemiam, expert mechanics, gave it a thorough overhauling. So far, just scenery. June 3, 1952 — We stopped at the Eagleson’s Tea Room for lunch and to our surprise the hostess was Nellie Ciesones. She told us she had been work- ing for Anne Eagleson for three years and that Annie Wietecha, Genevieve Pietrusza, and Frances Castoldi were also there, but were off duty at the time. Had quite a chat and got lots of news. Marcello Trigona and Edward Morris by the Salutatorian. Next the diplomas were passed out and the Class Song was sung. Prizes were presented to various students. The Glee Club and the poetry choir took a large part in the graduation program. June 23 — Class Picnic at last. Just what we’ve been waiting for. Before we left we bid adieu to all the seventh graders, also to our teachers who had taught and encouraged us through our two years of junior high. We went around to the different teachers getting their autographs. We all had a most en- joyable day at mountain park, and thus happily ends our class history. ‘‘Here we lived The full and happy life, nothing declared Too hard but we did give it our endeavor Climbed to the highest hill, snared a string Over the wind for a great kite and flew Raymond Halsted, Norma Allen, Historians. have gone into the movie production busi- ness in Hollywood and Sophie Markowski and George Danforth have the leading roles in their next production “Love Is Mystery. We learned that Barbara McCullough is secretary for Marion Charette, who is an outstanding actress. We were quite surprised to learn that Teresa Roscoe is a famous Hollywood designer and Sophie Typrowicz, a news reporter. Curtis Most has made quite a name for himself as a photographer and has as his assistants, Joseph Fede and Edward Lynch. Sound men with the same company are John Skoniro, Edward Mokrycki and Sam Lauria. After lunch we v ent on a sightseeing tour and arrived back about 10 P. M. Decided to stay at the Persky-Snyder Hotel. That name sounded familiar and it was, for the owners were David and Haskell. Another surprise, for at the desk sat Nicholas Scavatto and in the office busily typing sat Lydia Polec and Virginia Boland. A trim bellhop came to show us to our rooms and we recog- nized him as Leo Gebo. He told us that Edith Cote, now a novelist and Fannie Karona, a dress shop owner were stop- ping there on their way to the Air Circus at Lakehurst. Funny — that’s where we’re headed for. June 4, 1952 — We awoke in the morn- ing thrilled with the aspect of the Air Circus and also our plane trip to Lake- hiirst. In the dining room we were greeted by Betty Wishart and her head waitress, Miss jean LaGrange. We had a delightful meal served by Florence Maniscalchi and Vincy Misuraca. We hurried over to the airport in Edward Young’s taxi. He told us that the Circus was in charge of Felix Duda and Ber- nard Annis. The first act was Navy Planes flying in group formation and performing dif- ficult stunts. We recognized some of the stunt flyers as Fred Lizak, Angelo Torre, Matthew Pabis, Joseph Kozaczka, and Andrew Siana. The fourth act, which was to be the most daring stunt ever attempted by m.an, featured Warren Bomley. Before he performed his stunt, Roger Jones, The Tatler Many of the smart outfits looked like those designed at the Gourlie and Miltner Dress Shop on Fifth Avenue, New York. The announcer, Raymond Halstead, named the horses, their numbers and jockeys. THEY’RE OFF! Number 6 had the lead ridden by Alexander Cybiilski. Number 4 ridden by Harold Reed crept up. It was an exciting race, the an- nouncer got so excited that he got all mixed up. Challenge, ridden by Allen Lawton, and owned by Miss Mary Parvelac came in first. We lost our ten dollar bet by a nose. By the time we left we were very discouraged. We went back to the hotel and checked out. We chartered a plane for Washington, D. C. When we arrived we went to a hotel for the night. June 13, 1952, Morning — We checked out of our hotel, got our car, and started for Virginia to accept an invitation on a yachting party up the Potomac. We got there and met the captain, Carmello Brutto. We went on board and found the party already started. There was a small crew and four hostesses. Part of the crew were some old friends of ours : Teddy Pliska, Joseph Sredzinski, Edward Nabonzy, Vito Tollarita, and Benny Swentnickas. The hostesses, too, were old friends. Rose Briino, Eleanor Karcz, Anna Arabek and Mainon Leete. We met many former acquaintances and did we talk! We learned a lot of news about our fellow graduates. From Betty Snow, a lady of leisure, we heard that Yolanda DeMayo was now an actress in the film colony. The entertainment began about 11.30. The first number was a duet sung by those two popular songsters, Elena DeCaro and Iris Yaenicke. Edna Craig played a few select ions on the piano, and Bertha Ludwin accompanied her with the mandolin. After the entertainment was over, we went to bed in a cozy cabin on board the ship. June 14, 1952, Morning — We left the yachting party and started for Hartford by car. We did not make any stops ex- cept to eat, and spend the night. We still had seventeen names to check on. We were told that we would find them around Hartford and Thompson- ville. When we arrived at Hartford, the greatest insurance center in the United States ; we found many of our classmates working as secretaries in the insurance companies. In Travelers we found, Emilya Duda, Rose Reveruzzi, Josephine Delore, Mary Rinaldi and Frances Poho- rylo. In the Aetna office were Gladys Leonowicz, Eva Leether, Jane Zych and Irene McNulty. June 15, 1952 — We left Hartford for Thompsonville. On the way, we had a bright idea that maybe Thomas Casa- rella, editor of the Thompsonville Press, would buy our diary. We knew that if we could see Jerry Lepore, his star re- porter first, and convince him that the diary was bound to be a best seller, we’d have no trouble with Thomas. Jerry’s secretary. Rose Gallo, said he was out of town, so wait until tomorrow was all we could do. We rode around town to see whom, we could recognize. We met Angelina Caronna, Gladys Depka and Jennie Krupzak, who were all working in the Bigelow Sanford Office. They told us that Frances Legienza had started a dress shop and had Frances Zaccaro working for her and that Margaret King had opened an interior decorating shop and employed Margaret Renals and Josephine Roblinski and that Mary Alahno and Barbara Geurrandeno were telephone operators. After we left the girls we stopped into Russotto’s Ice Cream Bar where Bernice LeGeyt and Josephine DeMaso gave us the best of service. When we came out of the shop we noticed that the store next door was Maniscalchi ' s Grocery store and parked in front of the store was Battone ' s milk truck driven by Nicholas Padrevita. June 16, 1952 — Now to see Thomas — we have seen Jerry already. We hone Thomas is in the best buying spirit. His secretary, Mary Porcello showed us in. We saw him! He bought our diary and we start for New York tomorrow — Much richer in experience than we were and also we’re glad to say, richer in money. Signed, “THE THREE SMART GIRLS.” Wanda Ludwin, Nancy Knox, Anna Sacheli. A. D. Higgins Junior High School (§rab«at H nf IB3Z Sophie Agrapides Honor Student, Librarian The stories she writes thrill you through and through, And she draws illustrations for them, too. Mary Rose Alaimo, “June” Camera Club Talk, talk, talk, we’d break down and weep If we thought Mary talked even in her sleep. Norma Allen, “Al” Honor Student, Baseball, Bas- ketball. Glee Club, Art-Craft Club, Class History Who’s that girl that’s up at bat? Norma Allen! Didn’t you know that? Bernard Louis Annis, “Benzine” Bernard with his blond curls. Pretends he doesn’t like the girls. Anna Arabek Student Council Anna likes to chat a bit. She can see no harm in it. Tony Attardi Tony sometimes forgets his tie. And when with the girls he’s very shy. Eleanor Bak Honor Student, Glee Club, Art and Craft Club, Tatler Staff Eleanor Bak is as pretty as can be. She’ll make a grand nurse, just you wait and see. Roland E. Bailey, “Boy” Roland Bailey rides a bike ; He and his brother are just alike. David Beckman, Jr., “Becky” Art and Craft Club David Beckman, the boy with the curls. Is very popular with all the girls. Lester Boggio, “Petie” Baseball, Orchestra Who’s that lad that’s rather tall ? Lester Boggio, a pal to all. Virginia Lorraine Boland, “Ginger” This girl from Springfield, so full of fun. Our friendship she has easily won. Warren Bomely, “Bomber” Honor Student, Bird Club, Art- Craft Club, Photography Club Questions ! Que.stions ! That’s all he asks. To keep quiet is one of his tasks. Jennie Bonk Bird Club, Honor Student Jennie is a quiet lass. She gets good marks in every class. Sylvester Battone, “Sil” Baseball, Basketball Sylvester Battone has black curly hair. Which all the girls would like him to share. Rose Bruno Bird Club Rose always corrects the Spelling Books, She’s rather smart and has good looks. Carmello Briitto He’s always quiet and shy in school. But when at play he likes to fool. Elaine Carmel Treasurer of Class of 1937, Tatler Staff, Art-Craft Club, High Honor Elaine is pretty ; Elaine is smai-t ; In every class meeting Elaine takes part. Angelina Josephine Caronna, “Angie” In Math, our Angie moans and groans. because she cannot see. Why three and three make six, but won’t make thirty-three. Thomas D. Casarella Thomas is witty and tells good jokes ; He’s the one who amu.ses folks. The Tatler Frances Castoldi Glee Club She comes on the bus from Enfield Street, Always on time and always neat. Marion Charette, “Mina” Student Council, Basketball Marion is interested in aviation. Perhaps an air hostess will be her station. Madeleine Christie, “Maddie” Madeleine Christie always has a smile, We should try to copy her style. Nellie Ciesones, “Nell” Nellie Ciesones, they call her Nell, How nice she is we’re here to tell. William Comstock, “Bill” Tatler Staff Billy, with the dimples, a farmer will be. With his willing: ways a success he’ll be. Frank Cook, “Cookie” Tatler Staff Cookie is a husky lad. The largest and best that we have had. Edith M. Cote, “Peanuts” Bird Club We all like that little tot. Who is always ready to talk a lot. Edna Craig Orchestra A great musician she will be ; How she can play in any key ! Alexander M. Cybulski, “Al” Vice-President of Student Coun- cil, Chairman of Traffic Com- mittee An able leader, and one who stands high. In all activities in our Junior High. Dorothy J. Damon, “Dot” High Honor Dorothy Damon, a clever and jolly lass. Always does her work first class. George Danforth Baseball Who is that tall good looking blonde ? Why it’s George, of whom the girls are fond. Elena DeCaro Glee Club, Baseball Elena DeCaro dreams most of the day. But on the Higgins team, how she can play ! Henry DeForge, “Fudgie” Nicknames ? Henry has quite a few, He’s “Fudgie” to me and “Professor to you. Eleanor Dell Aquila Eleanor, so nice and neat. Is sure to have her work complete. Josephine Delore, “Joe” Student Council Josephine who is so polite. Always does what she thinks right. Josephine DeMaso, “Jo” Always talking with the boys. But never, never makes much noise. Yolanda DeMayo, “Yo” Yolanda who is always bright and gay. Doesn’t very often have anything to say. Gladys Dorothy Depka, “Blondie” She busily works from day to day. She’s pleasing in her quiet way. Warren Devlin Warren Deulin is always so funny. When he is around everything’s sunny. Helen Dubish Helen Dubish is a friend so true, You’ll never find her feeling blue. A. D. Higgins Junior High School Emilya Duda Basebal l. Basketball Emilya Duda is tall and true, She can play baseball and basketball, too. Felix Duda Felix is one of our talkative members. Some of his sayings ' we’ll try to re- member. Anne Eagleson, “Blondie” Baseball, Orchestra, Honor Stu- dent This pretty girl we think woithwhile ; Yes — it’s Anne, with her pleasant smile. Joseph James Fede, “Snapper” Baseball Joseph Fede, the bai’ber, you know. Always works quickly and never is slow. Joseph John Fiore, “Bushey” Graduation will be sad for Joseph, we’re afraid; Because he’ll miss his little friend in the seventh grade. Rose M. Gallo This bright girl an authoress will be. If you’ve read her stories, you’ll surely agree. Leo George Gebo, “Gebo” Leo Gebo so small and neat. Works quietly at his seat. Cyril Gordon, “Cereal” Pres, of Student Council first half. Chairman of Traffic Com- mittee, Glee Club, Art-Craft Club, Tatler Staff, Hon r Stu- dent Experimenting in a chemistry lab. Will never find our Cyril sad. Dorothy M. Gourlie Orchestra, High Honor Dorothy Gourlie, quiet and neat. For smartness she cannot be beat. Walter Grenbien, “Fat” Basketball, Baseball Walter Grenbien, our well known friend. Much time in athletics he does spend. Joseph Giidlewski, “G-Man” He’ll get along most anywhere with his unobtrusive way. And though he works quite hard he has never much to say. Barbara Geurrandeno, “Babs” Glee Club If for Major Bowles, Barbara sang a song. Were sure she would not get the gong. Frederick Haight, “Fritz” Tatler Staff, Art-Craft Club Being serious and getting a new ad. To reliable Fred it’s just a fad. Raymond Halsted, “Ray” Arts and Crafts Club, Student Council, Class History, Tatler Distributor, Honor Student To carve and whittle an air-o-plane. Is Raymond’s joy in sun or rain. Harold Hardiman, “Bud” Harold is quiet and alert in school. And yet a boy you cannot fool. Frank E. Horton, “Bozo” Craft Club Frank Horton, who is so witty and gay. Makes his friends laugh throughout the day. James lacolino, “Jim” Jimmie lacolino, so big and strong. Is always doing something wrong. Charles Italiano, “Chick” Glee Club This boy whom w’e call “Chick” As a singer in the Glee Club was picked. Roger Jones, “Bonzy” With always a smile and a friendly face. He makes our school a happy place. Anna Kamrros Honor Student, Librarian Anna, the girl w ho carries the mail. Works in the library without fail. The Tatler Eleanor Karcz, “Karzy” Eleanor is tall and slim, Her hobbies are to talk and swim. Margaret E. King, “Kingie” Student Council, Basketball, Baseball, Craft Club, Bird Club A clever artist, the girl so tall. On the basketball floor, she beats them all. Nancy Knox Arts and Crafts Club, Class Prophecy, Honor Student She speaks with assurance and dignity, Nancy is all a girl should be. Fannie Korcna, “Phyliss” With her blond hair and blue eyes, she’s pretty and sweet. And one so fine you seldom meet. Joseph Kozaczka Joseph likes to fool and clown. And it’s hard for him to settle down, Joseph Kozaczka, “Joe Bush” Student Council Joe Kozaczka likes to fish. To catch a whale is his great wish. Jennie Amelia Krupczak Jennie who is slim and tall. In her class work beats them all. Jean LaGrange Jean is cheerful, bright and gay. Always dancing on her way. Pauline Lamont, “Puggy” President of Student Council last half, Art-Craft Club, Tatler Staff Pauline Lamont with her little pug nose. Can stir up the crowd with her dancing toes. Samuel Lauria, “Sam” Student Council, Basketball Sam Lauria is his name. To be so bashful is a shame. Allan Lawton, “Farmer” Chairman of Playground Com- mittee Now Allan thinks that horses ai-e fine. And hopes he’s able to raise them sometime. Marion Leete, “Leete” Baseball, Basketball Marion plays on our ball teams. When she makes a score — how she beams. Eva Leether Eva is quiet and shy. And in school she surely does try. Frances C. Legienza Librarian She is a girl with a lot of pep, In the library watch her step ! Bernice LeGeyt, “Bernie” Orchestra Bernice is a quiet lass Who never causes a disturbance in class. Gladys Leonawicz Gladys is a maiden fair. All her work she does with care. Gerardo Lepore, “Jerry” Tatler Staff, Highest Honor, Valedictorian To be at the head of things is Jerry’s aim ; His scholastic ranks will bring him fame. Fredrick Lizak, “Gus” Basketball For studying Fiedrick doesn’t care. But in athletics he’s always there. Bertha Ludwin, “Bertie” Orchestra, Baseball, Basketball Beside Bertha’s name let’s put a star. In music and athletics she surpasses by far. Wanda Ludwin Class Prophecy, Honor Student She’s willing and pretty and a musical shark, A bar,! ' ' or guitar she can play in the dark. A. D. Higgins Junior High School Edward Lynch Edward Lynch likes to play The game of “crosses,” everyday. Barbara Magill Secretary of Student Council second half, Basketball, Orches- tra, Tatler Staff, High Honor Student Her sparkling eyes and w avy brown hair Sends personality through the air. Frank Maggio, “Banjo” Frank is interested in aviation, Soon he’ll be flying for our nation. George Malides “Five cents a bag!” Who’s that yelling? That’s our George, his popcorn selling. Florence Maniscalchi, “Flo” Memories of “Flo” will always linger. Because she is a lovely singer. William Maniscalchi, “Billy” Billy, the store manager is here. With his pencil behind his ear. Sophie Markowski, “Blonde” Glee Club This lady in Higgins Junior High In all her classes is remarkably shy. Mary Melfa Art-Craft Club, Tatler Staff Mary Melfa, pretty and neat. Is a very charming person to meet. George Merrill, “Fat” Art-Craft Club, Student Council To you, George Merrill, may seem small. But in history class he’s ahead of them all. Noreen H. Miltner Bird Club This pretty girl is very .smart. Whenever she’s called on she knows her part. Alfonse Misuraca, “Fofi” Basketball Manager, Glee Club, Tatler Staff Alfonse is the joker and wit of the school, When he starts he sees things through. Vincy Misuraca, “Vinnie” Student Council Life is hard on Vincy, at least it seems to be. From morn to night you’ll hear her say, “The boys are teasing me.” Edward Morris, “Ebo” Baseball, Basketball Edward Morris is indeed a star. In athletics he’ll travel far. Curtis Daniel Most Photography Club Curtis collects stamps you see. But photography is his specialty. Edward Mokrycki Chairman of Playground Com- mittee To do his duty is Edward’s delight. And what he does is done just right. Barbara McCullough, “Mike” Craft Club, Orchestra A girl who plays the piano is she. Some day she may accompany Jack Benny as he plays “The Bee.” Irene McNulty Baseball, Basketball, Student Council Irene plays baseball very well. But in basketball, she does excel. Edward Nabonzy, “Chuch” Baseball, Basketball Edward never worries much. Even if his fooling gets him “In Dutch.” Agnes Nigro Glee Club, Baseball Agnes with her sweet alto voice. In singing is always our first choice. Jane Novak, “Novie” Photography Club, Honor Stu- dent Jane Novak so jolly and gay. Is on the go every day. The Tatler Bolek Olechny Basketball Bolek is not so very tall, But you ought to see him play basket- ball. Ida E. Orefice, “Popeye” You never wear a frown. Whenever Ida is aroun’. Matthew Pabis, “Parbe” Student Council Who’s that walking down the street ? That’s Matthew whistling so sweet. Nicholas Padrevita, “Nicky Pat” Camera Club This jolly boy, who is so stout. Smart remarks he brings right out. Mary Ann Parvelac, “Pep” A jolly girl in her sweet shy way. She often has giggles throughout the day. David Persky, “Jake” Student Council The president of Grade 8C Is no other than David Persky. Raymond Petraska Always industrious and courteous, too, A good example for all of you. Helen N. Pierog Student Council, Craft Club, Glee Club This blonde haired girl, so neat and demure. Sings, writes, and draws well, w’e are sure. Stephen Pierz, “Steamboat” Basketball, Tatler Staff Another member of our Tatler crew. Without him we’d know not what to do. Genevieve Pietrusza, “Jean” Art-Craft Club, Tatler Staff She’s tall and clever and very bright. To do things right is her delight. Theodore Pliska, “Teddy” If “Teddy” could be serious just for a day. He could carry some very good knowl- edge away. Frances Pohorylo Baseball Frances is very seldom still. In athletics she proves her skill. Lydia M. Polec Orchestra Lydia, with her banjo strumming. Keeps all her friends cheerfully hum- ming. Agnes Porcello, “Aggie” Agnes whom we know so well In her spelling does excel. Mary Theresa Porcello, “May” Cam.era Club Tongue ever going, spirits ever gay. That’s our Mary who has so much to say. Marion Purdy Baseball, Basketball, Student Council Marion has pep galore. And in baseball usually makes a score. Annie Piizzo, “Ann” Annie Puzzo is nice and neat. You’ll find her smile always sweet. Harold Phelps Reed Student Council, Photography Club, Tatler Staff His stamp collection is something to see. And he’s a good class officer, we all agree. Margaret Jane Renals, “Cupid” A little girl so sweet and shy. The boys always seem to catch her eye. Rose B. Reveruzzi, “River” Who’s the miss who winks her eye ? It’s Rose, who is so cute and shy. A. D. Higgins Junior High School Edith F. Ridley Edith Ridley, so sweet and gay. Is good in English, so they say. Mary Rinaldi, “Bright Eyes” As a friend, she’ll always be true. For Mary Rinaldi is never blue. Josephine Anna Roblinski, “Ruby” Josephine will never shirk. But always tries to do her work. Teresa M. Roscoe, “Tre” Baseball Teresa is popular and gay. As a friend she’s “tops,” we’ll say. Lena Rossi, “Spinny” Lena Rossi likes to dance Every time she gets a chance. Frank Russotto, “Ace” He’s quiet and neat and does his work, Frank Russotto will never shirk. Anna Sacheli Art-Craft Club, Class Prophecy, Honor Student From morn till night she works with ease. Always dependable and willing to plea.se. John Salamone John Salamone is short and shy. Plays the violin and makes the notes fly. Catherine H. Santaniella She is a girl so thoughtful and true. And often wears di’esses the color of blue. Geno Santandrea President of Class of 1937, Base- ball, Glee Club, Photography Club, Tatler Staff, Honor Stu- dent SA’s brilliant boy we see, A sport, gets honors, a leader — yes, all three. Alfred Sarno, “Al” Baseball, Basketball Alfred likes to deliver bread. It saves the people from starving — he .said. Nicholas John Scavotto, “Tempty” Nicholas Scavotto is never sad. His big smile makes everyone glad. Andrew Siano, “Andy” Andrew Siano is small in size. But oh ! how wise ! John Vincent Siemionko, “Johnny” John comes to school each day by bus. He’s the little boy who makes no fuss. John Joseph Skomro John Skomro is full of joy. When he has his gun. Oh Boy ! Francis Slapski, “Frank” Student Council, Orchestra Frank Slapski who is so very short. And yet a lad of the merriest sort. Betty Snow, “Snowy” Glee Club A girl whose many pleasing graces. In all our hearts took the best places. Joseph Sredzienski, “Joey” Basketball He seldom gets excited and he seldom gets a grouch. But when it comes to doing things our Joseph is no slouch. Benny Swentnickas Benny is a quiet lad. So his conduct mark is never bad. Stella Swist Honor Student She’s kind, she’s gentle and yet she’s gay, A very fine girl in every way. The Tatler Haskell Eugene Snyder, “Happy” Now Haskell, do what you will, You can’t make him sit still. Kathleen Thompson, “Jackie” Photography Club Kathleen is cute and classy with pretty red hair. And really she puts on an atti’active air. Vito Tollarito, “Curley” Manager Baseball, Basketball Vito likes the boxing game, ; In this sport he may win fame. 1 Angelo Torre 1 Angelo is a sheik and can he talk, 1 Some day into detention he will walk. j Marcello Trigona, “Mike” 1 ft. r Baseball i 1 A young athletic romancier, Who from New York did come here. W Sophie Typrowicz, “Tipper” Bird Club, Glee Club, Tatler Staff, Hcncr Student Sophie is quite bashful and a wee bit shy, ! But never you mind — she’ll always get 1 Isabel Helen Viniconis, “Isie” Isabel wears such pretty frocks, j And the boys tease her about her curly 1 locks. S 1 ' % 1 Edwin Wadsworth, “Wady” i Tatler Staff i Edwin enjoys his work in art, 1 And in other studies he does his part. • K « 1 Annie MTetecha 1 High Honor, Salutatorian 1 To do her justice we’d need more space, Bu t Annie can win in any race. John Milby, “Wibly” 1 Student Council In studies John stands cut in front, [ For a worthier boy we needn’t hunt. Elizabeth T. Wishart, “Betty” Student Council, Craft Club Whenever our school puts on shows, Betty’s right there with her tinkling toes. Iris Yaenicke, “Irish” Iris is happy-go-lucky and gay. She loves to talk throughout the day. Edward Young, “Youngy” Edward Young may be small. But he’s a riot in the hall. Josephine Yuskis, “Joe” Bird Club, Photography Club Josephine is quite tall And for boys she sure does fall. Frances Theresa Zaccaro Student Council Our Frances upon whom you can rely Is quiet, industrious, and exceedingly shy. Jane L. Zator Jane is pretty, Jane is sweet, Jane is very nice and neat. Edward A. Ziemian, “Ed” Although this lad is small in size. He is witty, quick, and wise. Joseph Zirolli, “Zero” Joseph does his work fairly well. He may be a forest guide, who can tell? Agnes G. Zito, “Red” Basketball, Baseball, Glee Club Agnes Zito likes to sing. Her acts go over with a “bing!” Jane Zych Jane is nice and pleasant, too. We’re glad to have her in 8B2. BOYS’ BASKETBALL TEAM (Front, left to right) Fisher, Coach; Edward Morris, Alfred Sarno, Mario Palmieri, Capt. ; Joseph Sredzienski, Salvatore Locario, Alphonse Misuraca, Mgr.; Los, Asst. Coach. (Back) Vito Tallarito, Walter Grenbien, Sylvester Bottone, Bolek Olechny, Edward Nabonzy. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM (Front, left to right) Marion Charette, Janice Landers, Norma Allen (capt.) Marion Purdy, Marion Leete. (Back, left to right) Miss Angelica (coach), Emilia Duda, Irene McNulty, Margaret King, Bertha Ludwin, Agnes Zito. The Tatler A. D. HIGGINS GLEE CLUB —Photo by Brown r- STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS —Photo by Brown (Left to right) Barbara Magill, Secretary; Pauline Lament, President; Alexander Cybulski, Vice-President. A. D. Higgins Junior High School Again” Valedictory Essay We graduates have chosen for our Class Motto “Try Again ’ because we realize how many great men have reached the height of their ambition by persevering and trying again. This motto should help us also to be success- ful in whatever we do. In school we have seen that the pupils who get along well often have to try many times before they succee d. Of course we know from experience that one does not always do well in the first and maybe the second attempts, but if one keeps on trying hard enough he will finally accomplish what he aims to do. Why is it that some people are more successful than others? It is because they keep trying in spite of difficulties and discouragements, while others try once and give up. We all know that Babe Ruth did not hit many home runs when he first began to play baseball. The reason he became a great baseball player was because he kept on trying again and again to improve his record. What would our country be like if Washington had given up just because he had been defeated a few times by the British during the Revolutionary War? How could we communicate by cable with people in Europe if Cyrus Field had de- spaired of laying the Atlantic Cable just because it broke several times? How would we have airplanes today if the Wright Brothers had given up building them because their first airplane failed to fiy? Regardless of difficulties and fail- ures these men tried again and again until they succeeded. The two words to success surely are “Try Again.” The old proverb, “If at first you don’t succeed try, try again, is familiar to everyone. We respect people who keep on trying, and the greater difficulties and discouragements they overcome, the more we admire them for their perseverance. People who give up too easily are called “quitters.” They lack confidence and courage. This spirit of “trying again” is em- phasized in a poem by Phoebe Cary, called “Don’t Give Up.” “If you’ve tried and have not won. Never stop for crying; All that’s great and good is done Just by patient trying. Though young birds in flying, fall. Still their wings grow stronger; And the next time they can keep Up a little longer. Though the sturdy oak has known Many a blast that bowed her. She has risen again and grown Loftier and prouder. If by easy work you beat. Who the more will prize you? Gaining victory from defeat. That’s the test that tries you!” John D. Rockefeller, Sr., who died re- cently at the age of ninety-seven, was a good example of a person who put into practice our motto “Try Again.” Start- ing work at the age of sixteen, with nothing, his initial job paid him fifty dol- lars for the first three months’ work. By the time he had reached middle age he had amassed what many persons believed to be the largest fortune ever controlled by a private individual in the history of the world. He spent the first half of his life making money and the last half in giving it away. “I believe it is a duty,” he said many times, “for a man to get all the money he honestly can and to give away all he can.” He was a great benefactor of mankind throughout the world, having given a half billion dollars to universities, churches, benevolent corporations, and many other charitable institutions. John D. Rockefeller, Sr. used to say that the world is full of opportunities for men who have the determination to keep on looking for them. He gave some good practical advice to young men, when he said, “My advice to a young man is to go straight and to do the best you can to make a success for yourself and keep happy those who depend upon you. If you make a mistake remember, it is human to err, but try again and try harder. Above all be honest with your- self and with those with whom you deal.” Thus we see that John D. Rockefeller, Sr. affords a striking illustration of what energy and determination, and trying again will accomplish. Classmates, we must now leave the Higgins School where we have spent two happy years. This change from Junior High to Senior High is a new step for- ward in our lives, an adventure which we are eagerly anticipating. Before our days at the Higgins School are com- pletely ended, however, we should like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation for the many privileges we have so far enjoyed. We shall always have pleasant mem.ories of the Higgins School, our associations with the prin- cipal and teachers, our classroom experi- The Tatler (Cksa Will Dear Friends — You have been called together here to witness a solemn cere- mony, — the reading of the last will and testament of the Class of 1937 of the Alvin D. Higgins Junior High School of Thompsonville, Connecticut. As a repre- sentative of the law firm of Bonk and Kamaros, I shall now proceed to read to you that document. We, the Class of 1937, being in full possession of our well known and un- usual senses, and feeling sure that we are soon to come to the end of our happy existence in the A. D. Higgins School, desire to dispose of such worthwhile things as we possess before the time of our departure arrives. First of all, to the Class of 1938 we wish to give our excellent record for good behavior. We know that they will never be able to live up to it, but may they do their best. In this extraordinary Class of 1937 there are some who have certain posses- sions which we feel may be of use to the eighth graders of next year. Showing our great generosity we make the fol- lowing bequests: 1. Warren Bomely leaves his ever- present camera to Roland Lambert. 2. George Danforth leaves his popu- larity with the girls to William Desso. 3. Barbara Magill and Nancy Knox leave their giggles to Marie Gatto and Florence Franciamore. 4. Frank Russotto leaves his ability as a barber to Clifford Riley. 5. Edith Cote and Iris Yaenicke leave their chattering to Eleanor Colby and Janet Frew. 6. Betty Wishart leaves her dancing toes to her sister, Josephine. 7. Curtis Most leaves his picture de- veloping to Charles Stewart. 8. Joseph Kozacka leaves his joke cracking to Stanley Ragion. 9. Marcello Trigona leaves his ath- letic ability to Joseph Scavotto. 10. Felix Duda leaves his ability to ask questions to Marvin Neiman. 11. Barbara Guerrandeno leaves her voice to Charles Crem ona. ences, operettas and minstrel shov s, athletics, and student council. From these activities we have learned much that will help us toward successful liv- ing. We must now say farewell to the Higgins School and our last words are ones of grateful thanks for all that it has meant to the Class of 1937. Jerry Lepore. 12. Tony Sevarino leaves his fond- ness for skipping the 5 o’clock room to anybody in next year’s class who has to go as often as Tony should. 13. To Helen Zekowski, we leave Rose Gallo’s history ability. 14. Vito Tollarito leaves his job as baseball manager to Martin O’Brien. 15. Helen Pierog leaves her ability in printing to Joseph Basile. 16. Jerry Lepore leaves his knowl- edge to Mario Palmieri. 17. Edward Young leaves his person- ality to Edward Hoersch. 18. To Frank Zawada, we leave Frank Horton’s silly questions which he asks Miss Woods. 19. Margaret Renals leaves her shy- ness to Carol Beeman. 20. Nicholas Padrevita leaves his re- ducing tablets to Tony Calcasola. 21. Betty Snow leaves her curls to Claire Carmel. 22. Norma Allen leaves her tomboy ways to Janice Landers. 23. Eleanor Bak leaves her dramatic ability to Jackie Dineen. 24. To Emil Jasiminski, Frank Cook leaves his ambition and love of work. 25. Alphonse Misuraca leaves h’S good humor and his wise cracks to Norman Richards. 26. Agnes Zito leaves her liking for the boys to Helen Wrona. 27. Thomas Casarella leaves his con- tinuous question “May I get a drink” to Bertha Barscz. 28. To Helen Krajewski, Margaret King leaves her paints and brushes. 29. Sam Lauria leaves his bashful- ness to Ignario Rinaldi. 30. Gladys Depka leaves her blonde hair to T.ioris Fitzgerald. 31. The librarians leave their duties to the seventh grade girls chosen by Miss White. 32. Lena Rossi leaves her ability as an end man to Mary Mancini. 33. Mary Parvelac leaves her fond- ness for gum chewing to her sister, Eleanor. 34. To Shirley Harrison, Rose Bruno leaves her dimpled smile. 35. Frances Castoldi and Sophie Markowski leave their dishwashing abil- ity to the next year’s girls who will help Miss Ryan. 36. Raymond Halstead leaves his air- planes to Hurlburt Frew. 37. Sylvester Bottone leaves his curly hair to Benny Porcello. 38. Geno Santandrea and Walter A. D. Higgins Junior High School Grenbien leave their catchers’ mitts to Sam Scalia. 39. Teddy Plizcka leaves his grin to Alfred Swentuickas. 40. Cyril Gordon leaves his job as Editor-in-Chief of the Tatler to one of next year’s pupils. 41. Frank Slapski leaves his short- ness to Mary Michelis. 42. Sophie Agrapides leaves her liter- ary ability to Rhodina Sisitsky. 43. John Wilby leaves his red hair and freckles to Sylvester Mangini. 44. To Vincent Vella, Madeline Christie leaves her wavy hair. The Class of 1937 leaves to the classes of the future the tree which was pre- sented by the Daughters of the American Revolution and which was planted in memory of Mr. King. As the time draws near for our de- parture from the A. D. Higgins School, we wish to leave our sincere appreciation and gratitude to our superintendent, Mr. Parkman, our principal, Mr. Davis, and to all our teachers for the education we have received and for the many kind- nesses they have showed us. Now that our final bequests have been made we wish to appoint our principal, Mr. Davis, executor of this document, and we make of him a last request that he see to it that fitting and honorable services accompany our departure from this school world. We hereby declare this to be our last will and testament. In witness whereof we, the Class of 1937 set our hand and seal this ninth day of June, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and thirty- seven. Signed: Class of 1937. Martha Graham, Esther Smyth, Lena Angelica, Witnesses. Attorneys : Jennie Bonk, Anna Kamaros. Atl|ldtra Boys The boys’ athletic program has con- sisted this year of a baseball and basket- ball league, comprised of ten teams from the following towns: Broad Brook, Hazardville, Suffield, Poquonock, Somers- ville. County Home and Brainard and Higgins schools from Thompsonville. In the basketball league. Broad Brook carried off the cup. This year the boys were coached by Ray Fisher, who started with a green group but won five of his league games, thus closing a good season. The baseball team has been coached by Francis Malley, who is attending Cathe- dral High in Springfield. So far the team is tied for the top honors with Somers- ville, each team having lost one out of five games. The following games have been played: Higgins at Somersville Higgins 2, Somersville 7 Somersville at Higgins Higgins 10, Somersville 6 Hazardville at Higgins Higgins 13, Hazardville 12 Brainard at Higgins Higgins 16, Brainard 2 Higgins at Brainard Higgins 13, Brainard 0 The following players have made the team and have been doing good work in all the games. Catchers: Grenbien and Santandrea Pitchers: Bottone and Scavotto 1st Base: Marcello Trigona 2nd Base: Locario S. S.: Nabonzy and Morris 3rd Base: Danforth and Morris Fielders: Boggio, Scalia, Scavotto, Bottone, Fede, Grenbien Manager: Vito Tallarita Girls After a rather late start on the basket- ball court, our girls’ team was made up of all new players, with the exception of Norma Allen and Amelia Duda. Out of the five games played the girls emerged the victors three times. Marion Purdy, a newcomer on the team, was the high scorer of the season. Our girls also had a baseball team this year. Although they didn’t emerge the victors very often they showed marked improvement as the season progressed. There are still four games to be played, at the time of this writing, and we hope to come out on the winning side. The Tatler The members of the graduating class of 1937 are eligible for several prizes, generously given by individuals and or- ganizations. In memory of the Alvin D. Higgins, two prizes will be given to students at- taining the highest rank in scholarship. One prize of ten dollars given to the highest and five to the student ranking next. The highest honor pupil will have his name engraved on the scholarship plaque which hangs in the lower corridor of the school. This student will also re- ceive a scholarship key. Two prizes of five dollars each given by the Woman’s Club of Enfield to the students ranking highest in Mathematics and English. OIla00 tattaltra Prettiest Girl Barbara Magill Handsomest Boy George Danforth Vainest Girl Barbara Magill Vainest Boy Geno Santandrea Most Popular Girl Pauline Lament Most Popular Boy Geno Santandrea Smartest Girl Annie Wietecha Smartest Boy Jerry Lepore Quietest Girl Jennie Bonk Quietest Boy Curtis Most Most Talkative Girl Iris Yaenicke Most Talkative Boy Joseph Kozaczka, 8B1 Class Artist Curtis Most Class Poet Dorothy Damon Class Athlete Walter Grenbien Class Pet Frank Slapski Class Sheik Angelo Torre Wittiest Girl Nancy Knox Wittiest Boy Alfonso Misuraca A citizenship medal, appropriately en- graved will be presented to the boy and girl who best exemplify the characteris- tics of a good citizen. These medals are given through the generosity of the Na- tional Society Daughters of the Amer- ican Revolution. On behalf of the school, Mr. Davis will present two and one-half dollars to the pupil who has shown the most improve- ment. To the one who is selected as the best citizen of the school goes a bronze key in addition to two and one-half dol- lars in money. To the outstanding athlete is presented a medal. Sabin Sputum Voice of Experience Marcelle Trigion Betty Crocker Ann Eagleson Walter Winchell Geno Santandrea Dorothy Dix Pauline Lament Fred Hoy Edward Morris Lily Pons Eleanor Bak Grade Allen Kathleen Thompson Rubinoff Frank Slapski Mary Livingston Nancy Knox Lum and Abner Billy Comstock and Fred Haight Tune Twisters Wanda and Bertha Ludwin Dari Dan Sylvester Buttone Lowell Thomas Jerry Lepore Bob Burns Alfonse Misuraca Uncle Ezra David Beckman Junior G-Men Stephen Pierz, Vito Talarito Jimmy Allen Alexander Cybulski A. D. Higgins Junior High School ®rabuatt0n program Processional A. D. Higgins Junior High Orchestra Invocation Reverend E. Dent Lackey Salutatory Anna Wietecha HORACE MANN PAGEANT Horace Mann Geno Santandrea Democracy Barbara Magill Education Eleanor Bak THE PROLOG The Herald Jane Novak Democracy Barbara Magill Education Eleanor Bak Tableau — Pilgrims Going To Church Father George Danforth Mother Nancy Knox Son Roland Bailey Daughter Stella Swist Glee Club Winchester Tune by Ravenscroft Poetry Choir Emerson’s “The Nations Builders” EPISODE I Introductory — First Incident — Boyhood Struggles Time — When he was 12 years old Place — A country store, Franklin, Mass. Characters — Horace Mann Geno Santandrea Storekeeper William Comstock Four Boys Stephen Pierz, Frank Slapski, Frederick Haight, Cyril Gordon Man Warren Bomley Second Incident — Mr. Barrett’s Influence Time — 1818 Place — Schoolroom Characters — Mr. Barrett, Schoolmaster Raymond Halstead Four Children Mercia Dorothy Damon George Cyril Gordon Jane Elaine Carmel Lief Stephen Pierz Third Incident — A Young Lawyer’s Vision Time — 1830 Place — Law court in Boston, Mass. Characters — Judge Frank Cook Lawyer Alphonse Misuraca Glee Club — Longfellow’s “0 Ship of State” Beethoven EPISODE II The Statesman — Struggle for Reform Horace Mann’s Dream Glee Club— “Send Out Thy Light” Gounod Poetry Choir — “Dream the Great Dream” Coates “Blind Folk” Bandelarie Glee Club — “Swing Low Sweet Chariot” Characters — Horace Mann Blind Children — John Wilby, Ed- ward Young, Anna Kamaros, Wanda Ludwin Slaves — Haskell Snyder, Leo Gebo, Joseph Zirolli EPISODE III The College President — Advocate of Co-education Explanation — Democracy; Education Scene I — Discussion of a College Educa- tion for Girls Time — 1850 Place — Ohio Valley Home Characters — First Son David Beckman Second Son Harold Hardiman Father Frank Russotto Mary Dorothy Gourlie Scene II — Graduation Exercises Time — 1859 Place — Antioch College, Ohio Characters — Horace Mann Graduation Class of A. D. Higgins School EPILOG Education; Democracy Poetry Choir — “Hold Fast Your Dreams” Louis Driscoll Class Motto — Valedictory Essay, “Try Again” Jerry Lepore Presentation of Class Gift — Geno Santandrea Acceptance of Class Gift — Keith Petersen, Grade 7A Announcement and Presentation of School Prizes — Floyd B. Davis, Principal Presentation of Woman’s Club Prizes — Mrs. Charles McCallum Presentation of D. A. R. Prize — Mrs. Elizabeth Allen Presentation of Diplomas — Edgar H. Parkman, Supt. of Schools Class Song — Class of 1937 Recessional — A. D. Higgins School Orchestra Class Marshals — Eleanor Colby, Sumner Burgess, Grade 7 IS The Tatler FLOWERS FOR GRADUATION To most girls this is the most important event in their lives. Make it doubly so by sending her a bouquet from Spaulding Gardens ‘‘ART WITH FLOWERS’ 36 Pearl Street Thompsonville, Conn. FOR OVER 50 YEARS — AT — Corner of Main and Prospect Streets Steele’s Comer Drug Store Merrill Bros. Motor Co. 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