Hillside High School - Epoch Yearbook (Hillside, NJ)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1924 volume:

THE HILLSIDE HIGH SCHOOI •APT THDr P5DrV Dedication TO Arthur G. Woodfield Our Supervising Principal We, the first class graduating from Hillside High School, dedicate this volume in sincere appreciation of his splendid work in making the High School possible, and in fullest realization of his interest in our welfare throughout our High School career. ARTHUR G. WOOD FI ELD S U PERV IS IN G PR I NCI PA L Table of Contents PAGE Hillside High School ............................................ 2 Frontispiece .................................................... 3 Dedication ...................................................... 4 Editorial ....................................................... 7 Board of Education and High School Faculty ...................... 9 Class of 1924 ................................................... 10 Who’s Who Among the Seniors ............................ 23 Class Prophecy .................................................. 24 Class Will ...................................................... 26 Organizations ................................................... 29 Social Activities ............................................... 41 Sports .......................................................... 51 Humor ........................................................... 62 Farewell ........................................................ 69 Autographs ..................................................... 70 An Appreciation ................................................. 79 Pharus EDITORIAL STAFF Edward T. Zusi, Editor-iii-Chicf Edna L. Sherman, Literary Editor Arthur S. Thompson, Art Editor Mabel E. Broderick Lillian M. Meagher Thomas F. Murphy Associate Editors Fred J. Betz, Assistant Business Manager George A. White, Sport Editor Elizabeth M. Ackerman Paul I. Thomas Joke Editor Clara H. Muddell Mary A. MacIntyre Janet M. Winter Secretaries Joseph Rosenbi.um, Business Manager R. Dorothea Jones, Faculty Adviser UR years at Hillside High have terminated. The friends, the pleasant associations, the • joys of our brief existence here will soon be recollections of the past. It is with regret that we look back upon the preceding three years in which the favorable environment of our school, the supervision and advice of the faculty, the feeling of whole-hearted co-operation of the students, were factors in moulding our characters and fitting us for the adversities of our coming life. We gladly dedicate our future achievements to the honor of our school, for it is the training which we have received as undergraduates that will form the cornerstone of our later structure. We feel the necessity of commemorating our departure in some appropriate manner. In editing Pharus,” we leave to the school a record of our activities, bits of our life portrayed by the hands of the actors. It is our hope that every year book will help to perpetuate for its owner the cherished memories of Hillside High. We have labored for the past two months writing and arranging material and soliciting advertisements in order to edit a worthy representative of the executive and literary ability of our class. Our path was beset with more than the customary obstacles. As the first graduating class of the school, the difficult task of establishing a precedent was an obligation that we assumed. In publishing a year book, as in all our other undertakings, we did not have the example of former classes by which to be guided, nor any standard to uphold. We were breaking ground, and although we worked a little blindly, we have, to the best of our ability, fulfilled our duty to the school and future classes. Therefore, we request the reader to temper his judgment of this book by a consideration of these difficulties. In dedicating “Pharus to Mr. Wood-field. Supervisor of the Hillside schools, the Seniors take this means of expressing their appreciation of his unfailing interest and kind advice. We have realized with gratitude his support in all our activities. Moreover, without the untiring efforts of Miss Jones, our faculty advisor, it would have been practically impossible to produce our year book. Always a loyal friend and companion, Miss Jones has gained the respect and admiration of every Senior, and it is only with difficulty that we can express in words the full extent of our gratitude. We desire, also, to thank the rest of the school for their support, and wish them every possible success. 7 —Edward T. Zusi. HILLSIDE HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY T UK P H A R I S OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Board of Education Hillside Township, Union County, New Jersey Arthur G. Wood field, Supervising Principal MEMBERS William F. Tunison, President John P. Bradin Vice-President Robert K. Bloy Harry W. Doremus Augustus T. Gray A. Brant Haviland Samuel McMichael Ralph Waldo Nickerson William H. Spanjkr High School Faculty DIANA BOWEN, Commercial Mathematics, Montclair State Normal School. 219 Conant Street, Hillside, N. J. WILBUR H. COX, A.B., Social Science, Colgate University. 64 Berkeley Avenue, Bloomfield, N. J. SAMUEL DUBOW, Physical Training. Harvard University, School of Physical Education. 83 Roosevelt Avenue, Carteret, N. J. MERCEDES E. HIGGINS, A.B., Civics, History, Mount St. Mary’s College, Wells-ville, N. Y. BLANCH L. JOHNSON, Stenography, Typewriting, Syracuse University, 7 Green-bush Street, Cortland, N. Y. R. DOROTHEA JONES, B.A., Commercial Subjects, Wellesley College. 49 North Avenue, Elizabeth, N. J. MARY E. McKEEVER, A.B., Modern Languages, Temple University. 2210 Washington Street, Wilmington, Del. BENJAMIN F. MORTON, A.B., Mathematics, Franklin and Marshall College. 716 Fourth Street, Lancaster. Penna. ALDYTH E. NICHOLS, Sewing, Oneonta Normal School. Bainbridge, New York. IRMA BARRY OSTROM, Physical Training, Savage School for Physical Education. 607 Brinley Avenue, Bradley Beach. N. J. GEORGE ROBERTS, Manual Training, Rutgers College. 303 Liberty Avenue, Hillside, N. J. ANNAMAE SCHMITT, B.A., Latin, English, New York University. 466 Ditmars Avenue, Steinway. Long Island. IRWIN P. SOWERS, B.S., Science, Bucknell University. 1446 North Broad Street, Hillside, N. J. MABEL YEBKES STEPHENS, Music, Thomas Training School. 103 Van Nostrand Avenue, Jersey City, N. J. ETHEL K. STEVENS, A.B., English, Goucher College. 271 Third Avenue, East, Roselle, N. J. MABEL C. WAGNER, Art, Pratt Institute. 158 85th Street. Brooklyn, N. Y. 9 T HE PHARUS OF NINET E E N T WE NTY-FOUR Class of 1924 Hillside High School OFFICERS Thomas F. Murphy, President Lillian M. Meagher, Edward T. Zusi, Vice-President Treasurer Joseph Rosenblum, Edna L. Sherman, Secretary Publicity Manager R. Dorothea Jones, Vacuity Adviser MEMBERS Elizabeth M. Ackerman Clayton H. Barlow Fred J. Betz Minerva E. Borden Mabel E. Broderick Marion S. Compton Marcel J. Darche Jane Eaton Douglas J. Haviland Marguerite Heeseman John Kranixfield Hubert W. Lane Karl H. Linn Mary A. MacIntyre James W. McCarthy Lillian M. Meagher M. Gertrude Miller Clara H. Muddell Thomas F. Murphy Alice R. Nuse M. Frances Roberts Hazel M. Rollinson Joseph Rosenblum Burnetta M. Ruddy Edna L. Sherman Lena I,. Steinholtz Paul I. Thomas Arthur S. Thompson Leslie R. Tichenor, Jr. Anna E. Trousdell Elvin Jl. Ullrich Anton A. Vit George A. White Janet M. Winter George W. Xanthaky Edward T. Zusi 10 THE P H A R U S OF NINETEEN TWENTY- FOU R ELIZABETH M. ACKERMAN. “Betty” 1297 Oakwood Avenue “’Tis good nature always wins the heart And brightens every feature of the face.” Senior Play Committee, 4: Joke Editor of “Phams,’’ 4; Secretary and Treasurer of Glee Club, 4; Glee Club, 2. 3: Spanish Club. 4; Vice-President of French Club. 4; Senior Play. 4; French Play, 3, 4; Personnel Editor of “Sentinel,” 2; Oratorical Contest, 2, 3; Optima Clava, 4; Refreshment Committee, 3; Musical Contest, 3; Chairman, Welfare Committee, 2. “Oh, my soul and body 1” “Swell!” Newark Normal CLAYTON H, BARLOW, “Sampson” 203 Conant Street “A faithful friend is better than gold.” Dance Committee, 2, 3; Varsity Basketball Team, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball Team, 2, 3; Track Team, 3; Spanish Club, 4; Senior Play, 4; six medals; five letters. Holy Gee!” Undecided FRED J. BETZ, “Betzie,” “Feet” (Size 14) 277 Hillside Avenue “If all -were as good natured and folly as he, What a good old place this world would be!” Circulation Manager of “Sentinel,” 2; Assistant Business Manager of “Pharus,” 4: Newspaper Reporter, 4; Senior Dance Committee, 4; Senior Play, 4; Assistant Ticket Manager for Senior Play, 4; Manager of Debating Club, 4; President of Spanish Club, 4; Basketball Manager, 3, 4; Captain of Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Class Baseball Team, 2, 3; Spanish Play, 3; Musical Contest, 3; two letters. “Holy Mackerel,” “Holy Christmas,” “That’s foxin’ you.” Anything else that the occasion demands! Undecided 11 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FO U R MINERVA E. BORDEN. “Nervie” 124 Clark Street “I have a little shadow That goes in and out with me. I can't live without Mabel, And Mabel can’t live without me. Vice-President of Class, 3; Glee Club, 3, 4; Senior Play Committee, 4; Senior Play, 4; Optima Clava, 4; Hallowe'en Play, 3; Christmas Play, 3: “Friends in Bookland,” 3: Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball Team, 4: one medal: one letter. “Oh, my goodness!” You did?” Newark Normal MABEL E. BRODERICK, “Mabel” 42 Bond Street “Fair Mabel, why so caustic is thy tongue, and sharp? Dost thou wish to hide how deep and constant is thy heart?’’ Refreshment Committee, 2; Senior Play Committee, 4; Ticket Manager, Senior Play, 4; Senior Play, 4; Christmas Play, 3: Hallowe’en Play, 3; “Friends in Bookland,” 2: Glee Club, 3, 4; Music Contest, 3; Varsity Basketball Team, 4; Manager of Basketball Team, 4: Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Optima Clava, 4; Debating Club, 4; three medals; one letter. “Oh, yes?” Newark Normal MARION S. COMPTON, “Marion” 1441 North Broad Street “A peach with the sunny side up.” Senior Play. 4; Spanish Play, 4: Chairman Refreshment Committee, 2: Track Manager. 2, 3: Dance Committee, 3, 4: Ring Committee, 3; Glee Club, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club, 4; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball Team, 4; one medal; one letter. Goodness.” Montclair Normal 12 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOU R MARCEL J. DARCHE, “Mar” 1279 Miriam Place “So trim, so neat, so debonair, From the crease of his fonts To the fart in his hair.” Class Baseball Team. 2: Manager Varsity Baseball Team, 2, 3, 4; Chairman of Ring Committee, 3: Chairman of Decoration Committee. 3: Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Hallowe'en Play, 3; French Play, 4; French Club, 4: two letters. “For Christmas Sakes. “Oh Shucks.” Montreal College JANE EATON, “Jane” 9 Conant Street “Jane is fretty, Jane is clever The same dear Jane Desfite all weather. Entered February 4, 1924. Newark Normal DOUGLAS J. JIAVILAND, “Doug,” “Bruggy” 942 Salem Avenue “Sfortsmanshif is the essence of good fellowshif.” Vice-President of the Athletic Association, 3; Dance Committee, 3; Varsity Basketball Team, 2, 3, 4; Acting-Captain Varsity Basketball Team, 3; Varsity Baseball Team, 2, 3; Captain, 3; Welfare Committee, 2; one medal; five letters. Stevens Institute “Goodnight,” “An’ All” of Technology 13 THE PH ARCS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR MARGUERITE HEESEMAN, “Margie” Coc and Salem Avenue There is no wisdom like frankness.” Entered February, 1923. Spanish Play, 3: Spanish Club, 4; Senior Play, 4; Spanish Play. 4. Ain’t it right?” Huh!” Business JOHN KRANIXFIELD, “Johnny” 209 Virginia Street “Tor lie was of the quiet kind Whose nature never varies.” Class Baseball Team, 2; Track Team, 2, 3: Captain Track Tearn, 4; Class Basketball Tearn, 3, 4; Spanish Club, 4; five medals; one letter. “For cryin' out loud!” Undecided HUBERT W. LANE, “Hubie” 1252 Salem Avenue So recently into our midst lie's come, We cannot tell of all the things he's done. But this he is, without a single doubt, A mighty good fellow to have about. Entered February 4, 1924. “That's foxin’ you!” University of Pennsylvania 14 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOU R KARL H. LINN, “Lindy” 11 Clark Street “Woman is man's confusion. Class Baseball Team, 2; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; “Sentinel” Staff, 2; Debating Club, 4; Senior Play, 4. “Aw hey!’’ “What’s the matter?” Business MARY A. MacINTYRE, “Mac” 1410 Maple Avenue “Large brown eyes that look askance, Wait—I'l steal another ( lance, There’s something in those eyes I see, Proves she's fond of jollity.’’ Spanish Play, 3; Senior Play, 4; Musical Contest, 3: Varsity Baseball Team, 2; Varsity Basketball Team, 4: Glee Club, 3. 4; Secretary for Pharus,” 4; one medal; one letter. My Heavens! Business james w. McCarthy, —'X, “Mac,” “Red,” “Pat” 35 Mertz Avenue “If you leant to have some fun. Call on ‘Mac’ and the deed is done.” Senior Play, 4; “Sentinel” Staff, 2; Class Baseball Team, 2; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Track Team, 3. “Now you’re kiddin’ me!” Lehigh 15 A THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR LILLIAN M. MEAGHER, “Lill” 20 Church Street “Lill is talkative, Lill is clever. When asked if she flirts, She says, 'Oil, Never!’ ” Vice-President of Class, 4; Associate Editor of Phams,’’ 4; Senior Play, 4; Decoration Committee, 2, .3; Secretary of Optima Clava, 4; French Club, 4; French Play, 3, 4; Oratorical Contest, 4; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Varsity Basketball Team, 4; Hallowe’en Play, 3; Glee Club, 2, 4; one letter. Ye Gods !” Library Work M. GERTRUDE MILLER, “Gert,” “Miller” 1386 Munn Avenue “And the brightest little twinkle When a funny thing occurred; And the heartiest kind of a giggle, For a laugh you ever heard.’’ Senior Play, 4; Glee Club, 4; “Aw, Gee!” Newark Normal CLARA H. MUDDELL, “Caddie” 1269 Salem Avenue “A stack of books she carries about And site’s always willing to help you out.’’ Secretary ?f “Pharus,” 4; Senior Play, 4; Spanish Play, 3; Chairman Refreshment Committee, 2, 3; Oh, Gee!’ Business 16 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR THOMAS F. MURPHY, “Tommie,” “Murph” 921 Roanoke Street He hath a pleasing personality, An affable, courteous way Of making people like him. What more can one say? Class President, 4; Class Treasurer, if Dance Committee, 3; Senior Play Committee, 4: President of Optima Clava, 4; Spanish Club, 4; Class Basketball Team, 4: Manager of Class Basketball Team, 3; Varsity Baseball Team, 2. 3: Music Contest, 3; two letters. Plurius,” “Holee Gee!” New York University ALICE R. NUSE, “Alice” 61 Williamson Avenue “Her ways were ever quiet and retiring, But we loved her just the same.” Decoration Committee, 2; Glee Club, 2, 3; Yarsity Baseball Team, 2; Spanish Club, 4; Senior Play, 4. Oh, Gee!” Newark Normal. M. FRANCES ROBERTS, “Frances' 140 Coe Avenue Three things arc silent— Thought—Destiny—and Frances.” Senior Play, 4. “Goodnight!” Business. 17 THE PH A RUSO F NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR HAZEL M. ROLLINSON, “Hay” 1416 Munn Avenue Her interests were elsewhere Entered September, 1922. Glee Club, 3, 4; Senior Play, 4: Dance Committee, 3. “My hair is a wreck.” Undecided. JOSEPH ROSENBLUM, “Joe, “Rosie” 10 Boa Place My hobby, work; my pastime, study. Entered February, 1923. Class Secretary, 4; Senior Play Committee, 4; Senior Play, 4; French Play. 3, 4; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; President of French Club, 4; President of Debating Club, 4; Optima Clava, 4; Oratorical Contest, 4; Varsity Baseball Team, 3; First place in 12-pound shot put, 3; one medal; one letter. “Fate, fate!” “According to Parliamentary procedure.” New York University. BURNETTA M. RUDDY, “Burnie” 1 First Street A quiet lass—there are but feu', Who know the treasure hid in you. Baseball Team, 2; Class Basketball Team, 3; Spanish Play, 4; Glee Club. 4; Treasurer, Subscription Committee, 4; Constitutional Committee of Spanish Club, 4; two medals. “Goodness gracious.” Newark Normal. 18 THE p h a rus of nineteen twenty-f our EDNA L. SHERMAN, “Ed” 62 Morris Place “Sparkling eyes and Idling voice. Slender, graceful, winsome, true, That's our Edna. She’s our choice, One among the very few, IVho can act or dance or sing, Write a theme—or anything.” Publicity Manager for Class. 4; Dance Committee, 3, 4; Chairman, Senior Play Committee, 4; Secretary of Class, 2, 3; Constitutional Committee. 2; Literary Editor of “Phams 4; Welfare Committee. 2: Associate Editor of “Sentinel , 3; Sub-Editor for Hillside Notes in Elizabeth Daily Journal, 2; “Friends in Book-land”, 2; Hallowe'en Play, 3; Christmas Play, 3; Optima (Java, 4; Spanish Club, 4; President Glee Club, 2, 3; Secretary of Athletic Association, 3; Senior Play, 4; Decoration Committee, 3; Varsity Basketball Team, 4; Class Basketball Team, 3; one letter. “Isn’t that ter-rible?” Newark Normal. LENA L. STEINHOLTZ, “Lee” 1268 Oak wood Avenue Your sensitive disposition must be overcome; Though we’re sure you'll succeed in life's long run.” Glee Club, 2, 3, 4; Baseball Team, 2: Class Basketball Team. 3. 4; Varsity Basketball Team, 4; Spanish Club. 4; Spanish Play, 3; Senior Play. 4; one letter. Oh, Gee! New York University. PAUL I. THOMAS, “Pit” 15 Mertz Avenue “Lively, merry, happy and gay With amusing wit all the day.” Entered February. 1923. Varsity Baseball Team, 3; Track Team, 3: Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; A. A. Cheerleader, 4: Joke Editor of Pharus”, 4; Senior Play, 4; one medal; two letters. “What ?” 19 Columbia University. THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR ARTHUR S. THOMPSON, “Kidlets,” “Art” 207 Hollywood Avenue “Art—for art's sake.” Senior Play, 4; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Spanish Play, 3: “Sentinel” Staff, 2; Class Baseball Team, 2; Art Editor of “Pharus”, 4. “I don’t know.” Undecided. LESIE R. TICHENOR. JR., “Tick“Les” 1235 Salem Avenue “Leslie came late to our basketball team, But he plays mighty well as you've probably seen. We like him a lot, and we’re hoping that he Will like ns as well, if that may be.” Entered February, 1924. Varsity Basketball Team, 4: one letter. For cryin' out loud.” Undecided. ANNA E. TROUSDELL, “Ann” 1442 Munn Avenue “77m’ she's very much alive, She's the late Anna Trousdell.” Glee Club, 4: Varsity Baseball Team, 2;. Senior Play, 4; Spanish Club. 4. Ye Gods.” Newark Normal. 20 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWEN T Y - F O U R ELVIN H. ULLRICH, “Babe” 1082 Salem Avenue “I laugh when the zvorld laughs with me. But when anything goes wrong, I fume and fret, And rage; and yet— These sfells do not last long. Entered September, 1022. Varsity Basketball Team, 3, 4; Hallowe’en Play, 3: Christmas Play, 3; Debating Club, 4; Track Team, 4; Third Prize, Speaking Contest, 4; one medal; two letters. “Aw, hey! Wesleyan. ANTON A. VIT, “Heavy” 1518 Long Avenue Be to his virtues very kind; Be to his faults a little blind. Bor though he arrives at an hour quite late, Tie's a fellow that surely to niiss we should hate. Class Baseball Team, 2; Manager, 2: Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Second Basketball Team, 3; Reserve Baseball Tearn, 3; School Orchestra, 2, 3: one medal. “Don't mind me—I work here.” Rutgers. GEORGE A. WHITE, “Wiiitey” 12 Looker Street “I have enjoyed all happiness, I have lived, and laughed, and loved.” Senior Play, 4; Spanish Play, 3. 4: Hallowe'en Play, 3; Spanish Club, 4; Sport Editor of Pharus”, 4; “Sentinel” Staff, 2; Varsity Basketball Team, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball Team, 2, 3: Track Manager, 3, 4; six letters. “Awk!” Swarthmore. 21 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FO U R GC' ' JANET M. WINTER, “Jan 127 Fairbanks Street “Janet is so slty and quiet, they say; Rut her laugh rings merry and gay. She doesn't boast and her stature is short, Rut she certainly, surely excells in- sport.” Senior Play, 4; Spanish Play. 3; Class Basketball Team, 3, 4; Captain of Varsity Basketball Team, 4; Varsity Baseball Team, 2; Glee Club, 3, 4; Spanish Club, 4; Secretary for Pharus’’, 4; six medals; two letters. “Good Night!” Business. GEORGE W. XANTHAKY, “X” Woodruff Place “Classes, classes, everywhere, And not a class attended. Rut basketball's another thing; In sports you're oft commended.” Entered October, 1923. Class Basketball Team, 4; Varsity Basketball Team, 4; Optima Clava, 4; Debating Club, 4; Assistant Stage Manager, 4; one letter. “Hot Dog!” “Pretty Smooth!” “Hey, fella!” Williams. i EDWARD T. ZUSI, “Zupe,” “Eddie” . “A leader born, the squarcst fellow that we know; A man who takes defeat or victory as one, Unsu’erving, loyal, courage high—and ever so; 'Tis not in him to falter 'ere the race is run,” Class Treasurer, 4; Editor-in-Chief of “Pharus”, 4; Senior Play Committee, 4; Chairman, Dance Committee, 4; Class President, 2, 3; President of Athletic Association, 2, 3, 4; Union County Oratorical Contest, 2, 3; Debating Club, 4; Spanish Club, 4; Chairman, Constitutional Committee, 2: Varsity Basketball Team, 2, 3, 4; Captain, 3, 4; Varsity Baseball Team, 2, 3; Track, 3; Spanish Play, 3: Senior Play, 4; Hallowe’en Play, 3; Sub-Editor for Hillside Notes in Elizabeth Daily Journal, 2; Editor-in-Chief, Sentinel”, 2; seven medals; five letters. “For cryin’ out loud.” “Holy Moses!” Rutgers. h 22 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Who’s Who Among the Seniors Most Popular Most Respected Most Executive Ability Most School Spirit Most Class Spirit Done Most for the Class Best Student Best Speaker Best Athlete Best Looking Brightest Hardest Worker Laziest Best Dresser Neatest Cutest Cleverest W ittiest Best Natured Most Generous Most Dignified Most Bashful Quietest Noisiest Best Dancer Biggest Bluffer Biggest Fusser Most Sensible Most Ladylike Most Gentlemanly Girls Edna Sherman Marion Compton Edna Sherman Mabel Broderick Edna Sherman Edna Sherman Lillian Meagher Edna Sherman Janet Winter Minerva Borden Mabel Broderick Clara Muddell Hazel Rallinson Alice Nuse Marion Compton M inerva Borden Mabel Broderick Elizabeth Ackerman Elizabeth Ackerman Clara Muddell Burnctta Ruddy Frances Roberts Frances Roberts Minerva Borden Minerva Borden Edna Sherman Hazel Rollinson Marguerite Heeseman Mabel Broderick Marion Compton ' Bovs Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Thomas Murphy Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Marcel Darche Edward Zusi John Kranixfield Karl Linn Marcel Darche Marcel Darche Arthur Thompson Thomas Murphy Paul T homas Fred Betz Fred Betz Douglas Haviland George Xanthaky Karl Linn John Kranixfield Fred Betz George Xanthaky Marcel Darche Douglas Haviland Edward Zusi Marcel Darche Thomas Murphy Choice Edward Zusi Marion Compton Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Thomas Murphy Tie Vote Edward Zusi Edward Zusi Janet Winter Minerva Borden Edward Zusi Clara Muddell Karl Linn Marcel Darche Marion Compton Arthur Thompson Thomas Murphy Paul Thomas Fred Betz Clara Muddell Tie Vote Karl Linn Frances Roberts Fred Betz George Xanthaky Hazel Rollinson Douglas Haviland Edward Zusi 23 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-F OUR Class Prophecy It was June, June with roses, June with its happy reminiscences, June with the first sweet fragrance of summer, June with its many joyous anti lingering memories. It seemed incredible that five years had slipped by. As I stood alone, breathing the delicate perfume of many roses, I was carried back to that June night of 1924. I saw again the gray caps and gowns, I felt that warm glow around the heart and that sense of superiority anti pride that filled us all when we were handed our diplomas— the thing for which we had striven for the past four years. I came back to earth with a jolt—I would be seeing them all again within a few moments. A t|ucer little sob arose in my throat and tears of happiness welled into my eyes. It was our fifth reunion and we were all keeping our promise—though made in a moment of jest—as sacred and dear. I did not know why I had been chosen Chairman of the Committee but I felt a certain pleasure in knowing that all had responded to the idea so enthusiastically. I counted them slowly over on my fingers, recalling many humorous and tender incidents about each. True enough, George X. would be one of the missing but I had forgiven him for he was serving as Advisory Engineer to the Government of Argentina. I had saved his letter to read to the rest when they arrived. I knew, too, that we would miss Hazel’s exaggerated chatter as she was touring Spain with her husband. A peculiarly familiar whistle greeted my ears. Could it be? Yes, it was Betzie and Eddie. “Holy Mackerel! We aren’t early are we?” I turned to Fred. How’s the shoe business, Fred? And how's the ‘Hillside Daily Journal,’ Eddie? I’ve noticed your editorials. They are simply great!” Just then a blue-uniformed boy on a bicycle rode up to the door, “Western Union. I read the message slowly with a horrible feeling of disappointment, wondering if there would be any more such aggravating missives. “Will arrive at 8:45. Sorry. Can’t make it in time for dinner. Tom.” But even as I folded the telegram a shining car drew up at the door and with a peculiar sense of elation I hurried to see the old noisy bunch alighting. And there, with all the rest, was Clayton, one of the best-known mechanical engineers in the East, disguised in a “Western Union” uniform. In amazement I realized that I had failed to recognize him. “Get my message, Ed?” questioned a familiar voice. There was a gasp and a chuckle from Betzie, “Holy Christmas, you sure put one over on her that time. Murph! How does it feel to be President of the Houston Oil Company?” A moment later Babe stepped out of the car humming softly. “For Christmas Sakes, Babe, cut out the agony,” grumbled Marcel who had been singing that air for a succesful season in “George White’s Scandals.” “Why shouldn’t I sing a song of my own composition?” Babe retorted. But here Eddie ended the argument by calling out, “Quite a difference in managing a track team and a big production, eh Whitey?” As George, himself, the successful manager stepped into view. Finally, Leslie, Yale’s crack basketball coach, spied Kidlets hidden behind Doug. “Let’s see if you’ve grown any, Kidlets, since stepping into the limelight as the most prominent cartoonist in America.” Just then Karl Linn and John Kranixfield arrived. Johnnie, as you know, has achieved national repute as a landscape gardener. 24 THE PH ARU_S_OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Here comes the owner of Linn’s Slow Lunch, cried Doug. Karl blushed, a bright bcetlike color and embarrassedly retorted with the familiar Aw hey!” Then a brilliant thought struck him. “It pays better than being Manager of the Production Department for Colgate’s Tooth Paste.” Of course it was Doug's turn to blush but he brushed the subject aside hurriedly with, ‘‘Goodnight, the girls are late.” “Isn’t that Betty's giggle?” I asked. There was a period of laughter, greetings and noisy chatter. We learned that Betty was following in her mother’s footsteps and was becoming quite a popular politician; Mary Mac was winning Speed Contests for the Underwood Typewriter Company; Minerva and Mabel, still the two inseparables, were members of the faculty in Hillside High, the former teaching Trig.” and the latter, “Social Problems. Whitey chuckled softly and winked. Remember, in 'Pharus', our ‘We Wonder Why' column.” Everyone smiled and looked self-conscious. Whitey added whimsically, “We wonder why Nervie elected ‘Trig.’ in the first place.” Wo all laughed and grew reminiscent. A little later Joe Rosenblum, considered an authority on “Parliamentary Pro-ceedure,” since editing his book “Rosenblum's Rules of Order,” appeared on the scene accompanied by Anton, whose massive frame made us stare in awe. Tom, putting on a splendid show of bravery, cried. “We’re afraid of Anton,” and all of us answered promptly, “That’s a lot of bunk.” Anton had won the Inter-Collegiate Pugilistic Championship. We were getting ready to sit down to dinner when Lill and Paul came,—late, just for a change. Paul admitted that he was doing remarkably well in the real estate business and Betty asked, “What are you doing, Lill ?’’ I -ill's laugh rang out merrily, “I’m still doing something similar to the job I had in my Senior Year. She waited for the effect and then, slowly, “I’ve opened a Kandy Kitchen.” Janet appeared bedecked with numerous medals won in the Olympic Meets for Women. “Goodness gracious, how do you get them all?’’ questioned Mary Mac. “Fate, Fate,” mocked Joe. Accompanying Janet were Lena, Marguerite, Frances and our ever-busv Clara. Lena and Marguerite graduated from N. Y. U. last year and have been with the Guaranty Trust Company ever since. Clara told us of her experiences as Secretary to one of the big officials in the Pennsylvania Railroad System, but Frances, quiet as always, had to be coaxed into saying where she was. It was Marguerite who finally found out and made her admit, “Yes, Bristol-Myers is near at home, and it’s a mighty nice place to work in.” “But what do you do?” we questioned. “Oh I’m just Secretary to the Vice-President.” And Clara laughed Notice the ‘just,’ do you? “Where’s Miss Jones with the old Tin Liz?” someone asked. Betty sitting by the window jumped up excitedly, “Oh look! Speaking of angels, they are sure to appear!” We all rushed to see. Sure enough, there she was, and walking up the street just in back of her were Hubie, Jane and Jimmie. We discovered that Jane was teaching and that Jimmie owned the largest pharmacy in Newark. Hubie has become a very successful surgical dentist—he confessed to having been as much surprised at discovering his ability in this profession as we were. 25 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR We waited until the last one had come before we sat down for the feast. “A toast, a toast,” murmured Eddie. We loked over toward Burnetta. “You're used to it Burnetta,” I suggested. “I’ve just been reading about your address at the annual meeting of the Federation of Women’s Clubs.” And so we laughed and joked away the minutes. It’s Marion’s turn now,” somebody said. And Marion, just as shy as when a Senior in High School, answered in her low, muscial voice, “I’ve been traveling most of the time, but it's certainly good to get back with the bunch again. Alice, do you remember the time we met each other in that tiny little curio shop in Peking?” Do I! You were the first person from home that I had seen in three months.” “Anna, you must have missed her a lot, that winter,” Gertrude exclaimed. “I certainly did.” Anna answered. “But it was my first year teaching and my dear children kept me so busy that I didn’t have time to mourn her—I was too busy grieving over myself.” “Thank goodness, I’m not teaching. I prefer keeping house,” remarked Gertrude. And so we chatted on, telling each other of ourselves. I looked about the table, saw the happy faces and felt the spirit of comradeship that existed throughout the Class. Someone suggested that we sing. Our voices rose joyfully and before we realized it dinner was over. Then we adjourned to “Ye Olde Gyme” to dance, just as in days gone by. The night was over all too soon. But we all agreed that our Reunion had been a splendid one, though indeed it had brought back a certain heartache for those school days of 1924. Unanimously we decided to meet again—One year from that night- —Edna Sherman. Last Will and Testament We. the members of the Class of 1924 of the Hillside High School, being of sound mind, and heedful of our approaching departure from this beloved school, declare this to he our last will and testament, and do hereby devise and bequeath the following first: To the faculty, our sincere appreciation for their earnest attempts to correct our erring ways and to instruct us in the fundamentals of education. Second: To the coming Senior Class, our reputation as “those terrible Seniors.” provided they maintain the standard set by us. Ihird: To Miss Stevens, the joys of being Senior Faculty Adviser with our hopes that she can suggest some means of raising money other than by candy selling. Fourth: To the Juniors, our handsomely monogrammed. rose-colored gym. bags. When in need of funds we suggest that they auction these to the highest bidder. All museums will appreciate an opportunity to buy. Fifth: To the younger generation, the places left vacant by Seniors on the various Varsity teams. We wish them the greatest success in the coming season and hope they may obtain the desired title of “county champs.” Sixth: To the Class of 1925, with the aid of the Sophs., we leave the task of attempting to induce the grim keej)er of the gym. to ] ermit dancing during the noon hour. 26 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN T WENTY-FOUR Seventh: The Senior Mirror, such a necessity to girls and occas- ionally used by hoys, to the future inhabitants of our Senior room. Eighth: To the other Class of 1924 of Hillside—those graduating from the Grammar School—we bequeath the privilege of selecting as their class colors, purple and gold, and wish them success throughout their coming years in the High School. Ninth: Poor Wilbur—we can leave him nothing more than sweet memories of Mary, to encourage him throughout his Senior year. 1 enth: Since Elizalieth Ackerman’s school days are over, she has finally consented to leave her giggles to anyone who may care to have them (preferably a Sophomore). Eleventh: lo Lavere Beck, the vast number of cigarette stubs once owned by Paul I homas. Maybe you’ll save a few cents, Lavere. Iwelfth: lo Eugene and Big Boy, George X. wills his varied col- lection of razors. Ihirteenth: To the first applicant who can prove his need thereof, the good opinion that Marcel has of himself. As a Freshie in college he realizes he will have little chance to retain it after this year. Fourteenth: Tom Murphy bequeaths his line to Bill Goeller, be- cause he has finally lieen convinced of the latter’s need of such a line. bifteenth: Betzie’s good nature to some—we won’t mention names— who are sadly in need of it. Sixteenth: George X.’s skill in cutting classess, and Babe's and Mar’s record of study-hall cuts, to the three best bets of 1925. Seventeenth: The terrors of passing Problems to the coming generations—may they profit bv our experience. Eighteenth: To Mr. Morton and Miss McKeever, peace and quiet from their two ] ests, Whitey and Betzie. Nineteenth: To Franklin Reinhard, Murphy’s Manual on “How to Reduce,” on condition that he promises to abide faithfully by its instructions. Twentieth: To the forwards of 1925, Doug’s ability to shoot baskets. 1 wentv-first: Miss Jones’ “Tin Lizzie” to the memories of us all. Twenty-second: A copy of “Jim the Penman” to Ye Class of ’25 and ’26, lest in their innocence they know not the possibilities of report card signing. I wenty-third: To the Faculty, a speedy recovery from their sorrow at our departure. As consolation for their grief at losing us (—?), a peaceful and quiet vear after June twenty-fifth. And lastly: To the Class of 1925, our trots. We hope that these may set them going. And as further inspiration, our copies of “L’Allegro.” With such assistance, and the memory of our illustrious example, we sadly leave them to fill the places left vacant by ourselves. Step on it. 1925 ! You’ll have to! In conclusion we do appoint the present Junior Class to be executors of this, our last Will and Testament. We do hereby affix our signatures in the year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and twenty-four. CLASS OF 1924 OF THE HILLSIDE HIGH SCHOOL. Mabel Broderick, Class Lawyer. 27 THF. PHARl'S OF NINETEEN TW ENTY-FOUR Things That Will Be Immortalized In History Eetzie’s Feet— size 1-i— and Eddie's Apjietite—limitless. Miss Jones’ Flivver. Junior’s 100% A. A. Membership. Shooting baskets in Senior English. “I move the previous question.”—Joe. George X’s shot in the Belleville game. “His mercy endureth forever.” Mr. Cox’s “Come now.” Mr. Morton’s “Git out. Mr. Sower’s “Shut-tup!” Miss Stevens’ “Dearie.” “Now youngsters,” and “Honey.” Miss Jones’ “Listen folks, “First off. and “Now, for a change.” Marguerite’s speed in devouring novels. Karl's blushes. Gorge X.’s red sweater. Murph’s ability to concentrate during study ] eriods! Paul’s cigarette. Anna's and Alice's array of tardy marks. Senior Promenade—Senior Room to the next class. “Oh Emily, Oh Emily, I dream of you all day” as rendered by the Senior Tenors. OUR Senior Play. Steve Himself,—Ye Class of 1924. We Wonder Why Minerva likes Trig. Eddie goes around in a trance. The Library’s so popular. The window sills in the hall don’t wear out. Tom liked the walk to Savbrook School,—but Minerva preferred going to the Bank. Everyone liked Julia’s sun parlor. Mabel and Fred were both chosen basketball managers. Latin 3 is so popular. Hazel says, “I’m so used to it!” Fred came late to play practice,—once, and not again. Miss Jones had to change Clayton’s seat in session room. Any member of the Faculty will always look out of the window before he sends you to the office. Fred and Eddie used to toss a coin after play practice. None of the Faculty ever sees the crimes Murph perpetrates. The Juniors like to use our ideas,—such as this. Ask M. R. 28 in cn U c THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY- FOU R Class of 1925 Ethel Iv. Stevens, Faculty Adviser OFFICERS Eugene F. Hoffman Paul E. Kiepe..... Christine D. Crane Wilbur G. Kiepe__ Personet Behrens Marion Cheston George Clark Christine Crane Walter De Ronde Marion Earl Elsie Elias Edward Goebel William Goeller Walter Haupt Agnes Hoagland Eugene Hoffman Mae Jacobi Paul Kiejie Wilbur Kiepe Madeline Kleim John Mitchem Joseph Onksen Alice Pries Katherine Reiber Mary Riske Florence Roberts .....President I 'ice-Prcsidcnt Secretary Treasurer Ruth Schafer Robert Schnabel Alice Smeaton Edward Smith Evelyn Stem Ivieth Stvron Helen Tichenor Richard Wind Thomas Woodfield Frank Wukitsch Louis Zavin 31 SOPHOMORE CLASS THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Class of 1926 Wilbur II. Cox, Faculty Adviser OFFICERS Allen W. Roberts John M. Burt...... Laura E. Byers... Kenneth C. Lull. . .....President I ice-President .....Secretary .... Treasurer Gertrude Ackerman Raymond Lavere Beck John Bradin Ruth Burditt John Burt Ralph Butler Laura Byers Freida Camarata John Carmichael Nellie Collett Fred Crane Alfred Dowd Robert Graff Florence Green Madeline Gross Byron Hall MEMBERS Julia Holota Frances Jeffrey Edith Jowdit John Kennedy Fred Kestner Helen Klein Kenneth Lull Norwood McHenry David MacNeil Esther Middleton Charles Mitchem Waldo Nickerson Joseph Policastro Franklin Reinhard Allen Roberts Alvin Roberts Hilda Rux Johanna Schipper Jacqueline Sherman Cora Shumann Lawrence Smith Evelyn Sterner Isadore Steinholtz Julian Summers Albert Swenson Sophie Terry Madge Tunison Dorothy Utter Anthony Wadeyka Margaret Wehrfritz Spencer Williams Melvin Wright 33 FRESH MAN CLASS THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Class of 1927 Mary E. McKeever Benjamin F. Morton Faculty Advisers OFFICERS Dick Jaggers..........................................President Catherine Clark..................................Vice-President Lillian Patton........................................Secretary Jane Willmott ........................................Treasurer Robert Ainslee George Barlow Viola Bauer Myrtle Benz William Berry Jessie Biskey Allen Burditt Thomas Buzalski Catherine Clark Edith Compton Claire Crasson Robert Fick Mary Flynn Mildred Force Thomas Gaffey Francis Gerber Alfred Glastre Edward Gottlieb Emma Gravelec Mary Gravelec Leigh Haefle Robert Halmlen MEMBERS Violet Hall Harlocl Henker George Hebbe Dick Jaggers Ethel Johnson Andrew Kavacsanky Leonard Ivellar Norman Kleim Louise Lanning Agnes Littlejohn George Littlejohn Elizabeth Maffenbeier Edwin Mangels Alice McNamara Elizabeth M inchin Lindsay Muddell Alida Neilson Lorraine Nichols George Onksen Lillian Patton Betsey Ross Marv Savben Ethel Schilling Walter Schorr Evelyn Sellick Benjamin Smith Raymond Spanjer May Spitzberger Arlene Spofford William Such William Squier Julius Terry William Tims Joseph Urbine Ralph Walker Claire Welch Dorothy White Jane Willmott Graham Winter Henry Wunder Edward Zilahy Herbert Zimmerman Helen Zomzelv 35 THE P H A R U S OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR French Club Mary E. McKeever, Faculty Adviser OFFICERS Joseph Rosenblum...........................................President Elizabeth Ackerman....................................Vice-President Byron Hall.................................................Secretary Marcel Darche.............................................'Preasurer Elizabeth Ackerman Gertrude Ackerman Laura Byers Freida Camarata Marcel Darche Marion Earl Jane Eaton MEMBERS Bvron Hall Eugene Hoffmann Julia Holota Edith Jowitt Helen Klein Agnes Littlejohn George Littlejohn Mary MacIntyre Lillian Meagher Esther M iddleton Alice Pries Joseph Rosenblum Alice Smeaton Leslie Tichenor 36 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Optima Clava Annamae Schmitt, Faculty Adviser OFFICERS Thomas F. Murphy..................................................President Marcel I)arciie............................................I 'ice-President Lillian Meagher...................................................Secretary Paul Kiepe........................................................Treasurer HONORARY MEMBERS Arthur G. Woodfield Wilbur H. Cox Elizabeth Ackerman Minerva Borden Mabel Broderick Laura Byers Marcel Darche Marion Earl Douglas Haviland Eugene Hoffmann MEMBERS Paul Kiepe Wilbur Kiepe Helen Klein Lillian Meagher Esther Middleton Thomas F. Murphy Katherine Reiber Mary Riske Joseph Rosenblum Robert Schnabel Edna Sherman Alice Smeaton Richard Wind George Xanthakv 37 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY- FOUR Spanish Club Mary E. McKeever, Faculty Adviser OFFICERS Fred J. Betz..................................................Manager Jacqueline Sherman.....................................Vice-President Marion Com pton.............................................Secretary Fred Cran e.................................................Treasurer Elizabeth Ackerman Clayton Barlow Nellie Collett Christine Crane Alfred Dowd Elsie Elias Marguerite Heeseman Julia Holota John Kranixfield MEMBERS Mary MacIntyre Thomas I7. Murphy Alice Nuse Katherine Reiber Allen Roberts Burnetta Ruddy Edna Sherman Lena Steinholtz Julian Summers Albert Swenson Anna Trousdell Dorothy Utter Anton Vit George White Janet Winter Louis Zavin Edward Zusi 38 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN T WENTY-FOUR Debating Club Ethel K. Stevens, Faculty Adviser OFFICERS Joseph Rosenblum.. Fred J. Betz....... Edward Zusi........ Eugene Hoffmann.. Raymond Lavere Beck Fred J. Betz Minerva Borden Mabel Broderick Marion Compton Christine Crane Marcel Darche Eugene Hoffmann Julia Holota MEMBERS Mae Jacobi Paul Kiepe Wilbur Kiepe Kenneth Lull Mary MacIntyre Lillian Meagher Esther Middleton Joseph Rosenblum Jacqueline Sherman ..............President ................Manager ..............Secretary ..............T rcasurer Alice Smeaton Paul Thomas Elvin Ullrich George White Thomas Woodfield Frank Wukitsch George Xanthaky Louis Zavin Edward Zusi 39 THE P H A R U S OF N INETEEN TWEN TY-FO U R Glee Club and Orchestra Mabel Yerkes Stephens, Faculty Adviser ORCHESTRA William Berry Alice Pries Elvin Ullrich Fred Betz Joseph Rosenblum Anton Vit Marion Earl Julius Terry Frank Wukitsch Louis Zavin GLEE CLUB P aul Kiepe.........................................................President Christine Crane.....................................................Librarian Elizabeth Ackerman.................................Secreary and Treasurer Elizabeth Ackerman Ethel Johnson Alice Smeaton R. Lavere Beck Helen Klein Arlene Spofford William Berry Paul Kiepe Lena Steinholtz Minerva Borden Wilbur Kiepe Evelyn Stem Mabel Broderick Mary MacIntyre Keith Styron Thomas Buzalski Lillian Meagher Albert Swenson Edith Compton Esther Middleton Sophie Terry Marion Compton Gertrude Miller Julius Terry Christine Crane Elizabeth Minchin Helen Tichenor Claire Crosson Clara Muddell Anna Trousdell Marcel Darche Alice Nuse Dorothy Utter Jane Eaton Alice Pries Claire Welch Elsie Elias Hazel Rollinson Dorothy White Florence Green Burnetta Ruddy Janet Winter Julia Holota Hilda Rux Frank Wukitsch Mae Jacobi Tacqueline Sherman Louis Zavin 40 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR 1924’s Early History Colors : Purple and Gold. Entered H. H. S. from Battin, September 1921. SOPHOMORE OFFICERS Edward T. Zusi President Edna L. Sherman Secretary (Inez Smith, President, left) (Theodore Cronin, Secretary, re- signed) Dorothy Cheston Vice-President Ray Cheston Treasurer (Edward Zusi, Vice-President, until election to Presidency) JUNIOR OFFICERS Edward T. Zusi President Edna L. Sherman Secretary Minerva E. Borden Thomas F. Murphy V ice-Presidcnt Treasurer A Panoramic View of H. H. S. 1921-1922. September 5. The Class of 1924 emerged from obscurity. Far different, this—the leading class of the school—from the insignificant part we played in our Battin existence. The joys of our freshmen days were limited; restricted, perhaps, to “cutting-up” on the six o’clock Union— until that memorable day when we were compulsory listeners to a lecture given “in the name of The Law.” In contrast to the pleasantly quiet nature of those plastic days of '24, the first days in Hillside High, spent with the Gymnasium as session room for Soph, and “Frosh” alike, and with classes held in the enticing odor of new plaster, amidst the clamor of un-regulated radiators, were filled with the happy spirit of reunion, although our teachers despaired of our excessive, spiritual buoyancy. September 10. A notable occasion! The Class of ’24 became an organization, the first in the annals of H. H. S. The basis for future achievement was thus firmly established. November 10. Art Thompson and “Chooch” Carr rather previously and playfully inaugurated the baseball season by hurling Murph’s bounce-able red-ink bottle through the hall window, with no harm to said ink bottle, but with detrimental effects upon the wallets of the various parties concerned. April 10. The Class solved problems of future Decoration Committees by selecting as class colors, purple and gold—colors destined to be symbolic of all activities of ’24. 42 THE P H A RUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR April 17. By holding our Sophomore Dance, we established our first precedent. Despite the school’s general lack of interest in social activities, and the class’ financial inability to secure an outside orchestra, the dance was a success, and a step forward in our social development. Long may those “cozy corners” dwell in our memories! And none of us will forget the inimitable syncopation of The Original Hillside Jazz-Band, the orchestra that established “The Sheik as the outstanding dance hit of the year. Well, their intentions were undeniably commendable. May 2. This date marked the beginning of a period when residents near the High School building were continually annoyed by the peculiarly distinctive aroma of “embalmed rabbit.” Said date also commemorates the attempted strike of the Biology Class, the members exhibiting marked preference for “the great outdoors.” Mr. Sowers, innocent instigator of this cowardly crime of desertion, pursued his engrossing investigation of the mysteries of animal construction with evident enjoyment. We thereupon concluded that he was utterly deprived of the sometimes undesireable sense of smell. 1922-1923 September 5. At the beginning of our third year, we found that, contrary to the former custom of having a separate session room for boys and girls, this year both of us were to be confined to the same room. Of course, the boys all strongly voiced their disapproval of such an arrangement ! October 3. We performed our initial duty as a class organization, that of electing our officers for the coming year. Being the leading class of the school, we decided that although we were only Juniors, it would be appropriate to order our class rings in advance of the customary time; so we took official action on the subject. November 29. Our Junior Dance, the first important social event of the year, achieved a greater success than even the most optomistic of us had anticipated. The hearty co-operation extended bv the rest the school was an important factor in this accomplishment. We remember with satisfaction the strong undercurrent of good-fellowship that enabled the swaying, happy crowd to find utmost enjoyment. June 21. In consideration of the coming year, we decided to prepare for our Senior Year by electing a committee for the purpose of reading plays suitable for our Senior production. Throughout the summer, this committee aside from choosing “The Little Teacher” proved a means of social enjoyment for the lucky members. June 23. The secretary severely embarrassed many of the boys in the class, by giving as a part of the annual report, a review of the athletic achievements of the class, said account containing an ample portion of the well-known “apple-sauce.” 43 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR 1923-1924 September 5. e found ourselves back in the good old room at the end of the corridor, prepared to enjoy our final year at H. H. S. September 10. The customary procedure of electing class officers was undertaken, with more enthusiasm than is usually attendant upon such an occasion. The noble five consisted of Tom, our president, Lill, vice-president. Joe, the minute-man, Eddie, gold-digger, and Edna, our advocate of the press. We were all set to go! September 11. I he political bosses of our institution swung into action at the meeting of the A. A., held for the purpose of electing officers. )ur embryo statesmen unloosed a fiery flood of linguistic eloquence upon our heads, endeavoring to cast illumination upon heretofore undiscovered qualities of the candidates. Much proficiency was displayed in the questionable art of “mud-slinging.” I lowever, the spirit of this hectic meeting was note-worthy. September 14. Senior Play Cast trv-outs were held. Miss Stevens caused much mental anxiety by withholding her decision for a few days. 1 he Seniors became the “candy-kids” by voting to reimburse their treasury bv consistent selling of said luxury. Contrary to the suggestion of one member of the fair sex, we declined to martyrize the rest of the school by selling home-made candy. October 31. The supernatural element invaded our school in the form of a Junior Hallowe’en dance—Some Hall! November 3. “Murph” received the where-with-all to arrive on time, in the form of a classy watch. Many Seniors, including the writer, still cherish fond memories of the “eats” at that party. November 5. I he Seniors Girls’ team clinched the Inter-class League Championship, without a single reverse. The boys barelv managed to avert the cellar jxjsition by defeating the Freshmen. Class numerals were awarded to the players who upheld our class honors. November 7. At the regular assembly the Freshmen presented a short play called “Sleepy Hollow.” It very nearly developed into a “Sleepv Audience.” November 28. The Seniors advertised their play at a Senior Assembly. A chorus rendered some popular songs. It was a case of piracy— murder on the high C’s. Just mention “I Love You.” December 7-8. Senior Plav. “Nuff sed !” t December 20. Can anyone enlighten us as to why mistletoe was so popular at Eddie’s party? Yes, there are a few who mightJ 44 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR January 4. After a pleasant vacation we resumed our academic responsibilities. The Senior Dance Committee read its rejx rt at a class meeting and the topic of dance orders was debated. The Class Romeos deeply resented the use of orders, but after a heated discussion the majority voted favorably. Acting as an organization, we also determined, by a class vote, to sustain our dignity by graduating very formally in caps and gowns. Won't it be a “grand and glorious feeling?” January 19. Dame Gossip fostered vague rumors that Julia Holota’s sun parlor achieved decided popularity on the evening of said date. Who knows? But don’t ask the faculty—they know too much! January 24. Midnight oil and mental energy were consumed in astounding proportions about this time. Undeniably, examinations do constitute a disturbing element in school life. However, the class emerged intact. though instilled with a fear of the final ordeal. It would be discouraging if the bunch that has survived for four years should fail to graduate together. J'cbruary 1. At 7 :30 A. M. a delegation of Juniors escorted Mr. Dubow from the car-line to the High School, for the purpose of informing him that 1925 was 100 j er cent in A. A. membership. We Seniors admit our defeat and extend our congratulations. February 2. One of the outstanding features of the social year was our Senior Prom. (Every senior takes righteous pride in the manner in which we managed this event.) February 11. A concert was held in the school, the proceeds being divided l etween the Music Department and the A. A. The Lorenz sisters, of Hillside, and Mr. Pavloff rendered selections which were greatly appreciated. February 21. The Juniors reverted to times not-so-distant and held a “Kiddy Party.” Paul Kiepe appeared in a baby carriage, accompanied by Gene. Many childish games were enjoyed. They say that the class members acted very naturally, speedily adapting themselves to the environment. March 10. The Senior Class was granted the long-coveted privilege of the use of the front door and session room at all times. Official recognition had an exhilarating effect; we determined to exert every effort to make ourselves worthy of the responsibility placed upon us. March 15. The Sophomore Class is deserving of all commendation for the manner in which they entertained the school at their annual dance. The St. Patrick’s decorations lent a pleasant atmosphere to the dimly lighted hall, and everyone seemed to have a “swell” time. 45 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR March 26. On this date the mothers of the members of the Senior Class held a card party and dance, in the school, the proceeds being donated to the Class. The senior boys certainly did enjoy the opportunity to have a friendly game without keeping “an eye out” for a member of the faculty. The Seniors wish to extend to the mothers their sincere appreciation of this worthy effort. March 28. Some of us found that a studio may signify more than its name implies. April 4. The annual concert was held at the school, the A. A. securing the services of the Columbia University Glee Club. The crowded condition of the auditorium indicated the interest and cooperation of the Community in affairs of this kind. Financially the Concert was a success. With the funds earned, the A. A. was able to defray all the expenses of the basketball season. April 10. The Juniors entertained the Seniors at a dance in the school gymnasium. They certainly proved themselves able hosts. May 17. The Seniors returned the compliment, entertaining the Juniors at a similar social. We hope that we acquitted ourselves as favorably as they. Our social relations with the Juniors will be pleasant recollections for us after graduation. June 20. Long-awaited Class Night! We’ll say that the reality dimmed and belittled all expectations! May we long remember the last time our bunch ate, drank, and made merry together. June 25. It was a moment of confused emotions for every Senior when he or she received the diplomas that officially ended high school existence. The joy of accomplishment was shadowed by the severing of past associations. We all felt grateful to old Hillside for fostering the most pleasant years of our youth. —Edward T. Zusi. 46 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Junior Dance On October thirty-first, in nineteen twenty-three, The Juniors gave a nifty dance, no better could there be. The decorations were just great, and folks came from afar. Some came a walking two by two, while others came by car. Masking being optional, as many did as wanted. And one of these was Big Boy; for a while he had us haunted. Then there was Hilda Rux as well, and little Helen Klein, Both dressed as just the sweetest “kids” that man or boy could find. ‘Twould be a very useless task to tell of everyone. Because our space is limited; but just the same ’twas fun— This dancing with old “Hillside’s” strains that would not stand for scorning. The saddest moment of the eve, was when we said “Good Morning.” —Paul T ho was Senior Prom You’ve heard of the mighty Napoleon, Who lived and ruled in France. But let me suggest another thing— Have you heard of the Senior Dance? It was held in the year of twenty-four, In the Hillside High School gym., With swaying streamers of purple and gold, And lights that were low and dim. And ’twas Larry’s rhythm that held us, As we swung past the glowing drum, While our dance orders filled too swiftly— Why did midnight have to come! Yes, the Senior Prom, is past and gone, And our Senior year will be o’er; But memories warm and glowing remain To remind us of “Twenty-four.” —Paul Thomas 47 THE P H A R U S OF NINETEEN T W E N T V - F O U R THE SENIOR CLASS OF HILLSIDE HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS “The Little Teacher” By HARRY JAMES SMITH December 7-8. 1924 Program Address of Welcome........................Thomas Murphy Cast ok Characters Emily West, the school teacher.................. Mrs. Hodges, her boarding mistress.............. Zekel Fox, Mrs. Hodges' hired man............... Mrs Caldwell ) ........ MissMeech f Lad.es of the V,llage } ............ Neal Brockway, school committeeman.............. Pug Dermott, a lumberman........................ Batiste, a French Canadian...................... Liz Gresham, a Sicilian woman................... Bert Gresham, her drunken husband............... James McCullom, a country magistrate............ Mr.' Dunham ) ( .......... Mr Brown i Men of the Village | ................ Mrs Tarberry, society reporter.................. ......Edna Sherman .. Elizabeth Ackerman ........George White .....Mabel Broderick ....Mary MacIntyre ..........Edward Zusi ...........Fred Betz ....Joseph Rosenblum Marguerite Heeseman ...........Anton Vit ........Paul Thomas .... Douglas Haviland .....Clayton Barlow .....Hazel Rollinson 48 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Mrs. Dale, mother to the children Burnetta Ruddy Andy Gresham. Marie Gresham Pansy Rollins.. Aggie Brazee.. Lizzie Brazee.. Lucius Bowman Damien Bailey. Jackie White... Jimmie Shaw... Children .......................Henry Wunder, 1927 .......................Edith Compton, 1927 ...........................Minerva Borden ..........................Lillian Meagher ..........................Marion Compton ..........................Arthur Thompson ............................Paul Thomas ..........................James McCarthy .................................Karl Linn Members oe the Local Chapter of the Red Crosss Clara Muddell Lena Steinholtz Frances Roberts Janet Winter Gertrude Miller Alice Nuse Anna Trousdell Synopsis of Scenes TIME: 1917—The action of the play transpires in Goshen Hollow, a village in the Vermont Hills. ACT I.—A Country School House. March, 1917. ACT II.—A Living Room at Mrs. Hodges’. Evening of the same day. ACT III.—Same as Act I. April, 1917. ACT IV.—Same as Act II. Summer, 1917. COACH....................................................Miss Ethel K. Stevens Stage Settings and Scenery constructed under the direction of_Mr. George Roberts Stage Manager.................................................Mr. Samuel Du Bow Paintings and Posters under the direction of.............Miss Mabel C. Wagner Senior Adviser...........................................Miss R. Dorothea Jones Assistant Stage Managers....................John Kranixfield, George Xanthaky Door Manager..............................................Marcel Darche Ushers—Elvin Ullrich, Eugene Hoffman, 1925: Allen Roberts, 1926; Dick Jag-gers, 1927. Ticket Manager................................................Mabel Broderick Assistant Ticket Manager.............................................Fred Betz Posters.......................................................Arthur Thompson Typist....................................................................Clara Muddell Moving Scenery................................................Marion Earl, 1925 49 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Our “Little Teacher’’ Memories of Hillside—what will they be? We can only fancy, dimly forsee, The many happy moments, that in memory Will live to take us back again To the friends of yesterday. Our Senior Play—shall we ever forget that long struggle together to make “The Little Teacher” a success? During the summer a Committee from the class worked hard endeavoring to select a play which would please the Seniors and also, the public. Could they have don better than select “The Little Teacher?” When try-outs were over in mid-September, we wondered just how Tommie and Mabel felt. Would Edna and Betzie live up to our expectations? All of us waited eagerly to see the rehearsal of the fourth act, wondering if we should witness the real stuff.” But much to our sorrow and disgust, when the time did come—and we were lurking in the shadows of the boys’ corridor—Miss Stevens ordered the curtain closed, and we found ourselves staring at a wall of green velvet. Shall we ever forget rehearsals? How could we? Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and even holidays! Some of the holidays were memorable occasions. First, there was Election day. Ask Betzie! And then came Thanksgiving Day, when we moved the scenery. We weren’t always in the best of moods on those days either, but still we had fun. We have often wondered how Miss Stevens conducted the practices, when deep male voices were reverberating from the Teachers’ Room, singing the strains of “Sweet Adeline.” Paul’s “Euk.” made a splendid accompaniment; but we shall not forget for a long while the evening that he broke three strings on Edith’s “Euk.” And after practices were over there were none of us who minded staying a little later for a dance or two. But with the approach of the seventh we became serious. Those were the days when we practiced from three until eight. Miss Jones has not tasted cocoa since, and many us shudder at the thought of ham sandwiches and saltines. Betty, too, had troubles all her own in the form of small furry creatures, that squeaked and ran between her feet. We found ourselves at last in the midst of dress rehearsal. Such excitement! Betty couldn’t get enough powder in her hair; Mac's skirt was too short; Nervie lost her hat; Li 11 mislaid her chalk ; and Betzie’s feet made too much noise. And the audience! Appreciative? Well, I’ll say! While Mrs. Hodges wept, and Pug dried his eyes, the audience very narly went into hysterics. Then they snored audibly during the court room scene. But at the end when Pug came back, they were once more wide awake and ready to shout with glee as he kissed Emily. There was one consolation, we could not be razzed any worse. When the final night came, however, we found ourselves facing a far different and more pleasing situation. The “gentlemen” remembered their hats this time. Luckily, however, none could see the xcitement behind the scenes. Stage property continually disappeared from view just when it was needed most. Paul’s couch cover made an excellent last-minute table cover, and Nervie’s hat served splendidly for Lizzie and for Pansy. Miss Jones had a steady job, too. quieting heated arguments between Pug and Mrs. Caldwell, Damien and Aggie, and others. But we must not fail to tell you of the splendid work of Pug and of Emily. Who but Betzie could have done so well! And Edna portrayed the winsome sweetness of “Emily” most admirably. As for “Batiste! —we shall not easily forgot Joe—“No, I don’t hurry, but I go quick.” Kidlets made a clever coon as “Lucius.” Betty, as “Mrs. Hodges”, brought real tears to the eyes of her audience, and certainly no one could have acted a better “Liz Gresham” than Marguerite. And so, when we think back to December seventh and eighth, let us live again some of the happy moments that we spent together, let us look forward to future Reunions when we can say with Pug, “Hillside, we’ve come back! —Lillian Meagher. 50 T H E PHA R USOFNI NETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Athletic Association Samuei. Dubow, Director of Athletics Wilbur H. Cox, Faculty Treasurer OFFICERS Edward Zusi....................................................President Ray Cheston (left)........................................Vice-President Spencer Williams...............................................Secretary Raymond Lavere Beck............................................Treasurer ADVISORY BOARD Eugene Hoffman. Student Representative Wilbur H. Cox Samuel Dubow CHEER LEADER Paul Thomas 51 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWEN T Y-FOUR Baseball Schedule April 11—South Side at Hillside April 15—Linden at Hillside April 18—Summit at Hillside April 23—Woodbridge at Hillside pril 25— April 29— ' May 2—Hillside at Pingrv May 6—Roselle Park at Hillside May 9— May 13— Mai 17—Hillside at Rahway May 20—Hillside at Belleville May 23—Westfield at Hillside May 26—Hillside at Roselle Park-May 29—Summit at Hillside une 4—Belleville at Hillside une 6—Roselle at Hillside une 10—Tentative game with Linden Baseball Resume In prominence, baseball ranks with basketball at Hillside High. It is our major outdoor sport. Although handicapped by shortage of material, our team has been most successful. Coach Dubow has worked wonders with our boys, developing them from the raw, recruit stage to that of good baseball players. In fact, he has done even more—he has produced all-around athletes. During the season of 1923 our team won a total of nine games and lost seven. In the Union County League we finished third with a standing of four victories out of seven starts. Though we lost to the strong Summit High School team, we held them to as close a score as 1-0. Cheston, in the box for Hillside, allowed but one hit, while the Summit pitcher presented our men with five. But the breaks were against us, and in the last half of the ninth Summit put the winning run across. Under the leadership of Captain-elect Robert Schnabel, we hope this year to win the Union County Championship. Several new men have entered our school, including “Hubie” Lane, Salem A. C's. crack center fielder; Les” Tichenor, an infield man, and Bill Squier, an outfielder. To these men and to the members of last year's squad, we are looking to uphold the honor of old Hillside High during the season of 1924. And we are sure, that with the guidance and advice of Coach Dubow, our team will go over the top. —George White. 52 THE PH A R U S OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FO U R Baseball Team OFFICIALS OF THE TEAM Samuel Dubow............................................Coach Robert Sch nabei......................................Captain Marcel Darche.........................................Manager THE Clayton Barlow Douglas Haviland Fred Kestner Hubert Lane Joseph Policastro Allen Roberts Joseph Rosenblum TEAM Robert Schnabel William Squier Paul Thomas Leslie Tichenor Richard Wind George White George Xanthaky Edward Zusi 53 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR A Review of the Boys’ Basketball Season Basketball, Hillside High's major indoor sport, met this year with more enthusiastic support than ever before. Taking into consideration the strength of the basket-ball teams encountered by the Red and Gray, the season was comparatively successful. Led by Captain Zusi, the team played a brand of basketball worthy of any high school. With their morale always high and with an aggressive spirit during the entire season, Hillside Basketball Team won eleven games out of twenty-one. In the Union County Class B. League, Hillside displayed her prowess by finishing third. Summit led, undefeated for the year, with Roselle Park second. Our record was a distinct improvement over our showing of last year. Coach Dubow succeeded in building up the fastest court aggregation that has ever sported the gray H”. The season opened with an easy victory over Seymour Vocational School of Newark. The visitors came to Hillside, anticipating a triumph, but departed sadly disappointed after the entire Hillside squad had participated in the melee. Our boys put up a game fight against Woodbridge, one of the best Class B teams of the state, but lost in the last minute of play. In our first League game of the season, we upset all newspaper predictions by trouncing the Roselle representatives and gaining first place in the League. Our next victim was Linden, whom we disposed of easily. In this game the reserves had another chance to play. On a strange court for the first time, our team was swamped by Bloomfield’s heavy machine, a Class A quintet. About this same time Hillside displayed her defensive strength in the game with Cranford. The visitors were held scoreless during the first half, and tallied their first field goal in the last period. Roselle Park, however, proved our Waterloo in the Class B League, though they defeated our boys by only one point. Inability to cage free throws lost this game. Belleville and Rahway were next conquered by one-point margins. Xan-thaky’s shot in the Belleville game startled the spectators into an attack of nervous prostration. Pingry defeated us for the first time in two years, but our boys secured their revenge by taking Roselle into camp on the latter’s court, in another League game. Then, with a revised line-up, we defeated Seymour Vocational School at Newark. At this point Hillside struck a severe slump. Summit, Bloomfield, Roselle Park and Pingry all trounced us in the order named. We made a great come-back however, and howed our fighting spirit and defensive ability when we buried Cranford at Cranford. Woodbridge found us easy on their home court, but Rahway succumbed to us, due mainly to Xanthaky’s second circus shot of the season. We travelled to Linden and on a box-car” court defeated their team after a hard fight. Summit, who found us tougher than they expected, were extended to their utmost in order to defeat us in our “curtain ringer” of the season. Probably the three outstanding players of the season were Captain Eddie Zusi, Doug. Havilatid, and George Xanthakv. The first and third named stand out by reason of their remarkable defensive playing shown in all their games. Haviland, leading contender for all-county guard honors, proved a terror to all opposing forwards, who were forced to play guard in order to watch him. Fred Kestner, “Les” Tichenor, and Bill Squier deserve credit, also, for the ability that they displayed. Although Joe Policastro, Captain-elect for 1925. did not have much chance this year, he hopes to lead a team that will be a contender for the Class B County Championship next year. Watch Hillside! —Fred J. Betz. 54 THE P H A R U S OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Boys’ Basketball Team OFFICIALS OF THE TEAM Samuel Dubow............................................Coach Edward T. Zusi........................................Captain Fred J. Betz..........................................Manager Clayton Barlow Douglas Haviland Fred Kestner Joseph Policastro THE TEAM Allen Roberts Robert Schnabel William Squier Leslie Tichenor Elvin Ullrich George White George Xanthaky Edward Zusi 55 THE P H ARU S OF N I NET E E N TWEN TY - FOUR Basketball Schedules BOYS Date 1 lillside Opponent Score Season 1923-1924 Score Dec. 18 ...30.... 15 Dec. 21 ...19.... 21 Jan. 4 ...29.... Roselle 19 Jan. 8 ...40.... Linden 15 Jan. 11 ...14.... 51 Jan. 13 ...29 Cranford 10 Jan. 18 ...15... . Roselle Park 16 [ an. 99 ...23. . . . 99 Jan. 25 ...21 . . . . Rahway 20 |an. 28 ...17.... 99 Feb. 1 ...17.... 16 Feb. 5 ...23 18 Feb. 8 ... 9.... Summit 20 Feb. 13 ...17.... Bloomfield 37 Feb. 15 ...26.... Roselle Park 34 Feb. 18 ...20.... 27 Feb. 26 ...17.... Cranford 8 Feb. 29 ... 7.... Woodbridge 21 M arch 4 ...17.... 16 March 11 ...24.... 19 March 19 ...19.... 25 Total Points.... 433 452 Games Won H. PI s. li Games Lose H. PL S. 10 Class B League Games GIRLS Date Hillside Season 1923-1924 Score Opponent Score Dec. 21 ... 7.... Woodbridge 18 Jan. 4 ...19.... Roselle 19 Jan. 8 99 Jan. 23 92 Westfield 26 Jan. 25 ...27.... Rahway 17 Feb. 1 ...23.... Roselle Feb. 14 ...24.... Roselle Park 18 Feb. 29 ...14.... Woodbridge 13 March 13 ...27.... Westfield 13 March 18 ...14.... Rahway March 22 ...32.... Linden Total Points 231— 191 Games Won H. H. S. 7. Tie Game 1 Games Lost H. H. S. 3 56 THE PHARUS OF NIN E T EEN TWENTY-FOUR Girls’ Basketball Team OFFICIALS OF THE TEAM Imra B. Ostrom. Samuel Dubow . Janet Winter... Mabel Broderick ..........Coach Advisory Coach .......Captaiii ......Monager Minerva Borden Mabel Broderick Marion Cheston Marion Compton Christine Crane THE TEAM Julia Holota Mary Mac Intyre Lillian Meagher Katherine Reiber Jacqueline Sherman Edna Sherman Alice Smeaton Lena Steinholtz Janet Winter 57 Girls’ Basketball Review For the first time in the annals of Hillside High School, a girls’ basketball team was organized. The girls, not to be outdone by the masculine portion of the High School, met the idea with splendid co-operation. And were they successful? Head on! Under the leadership of Janet Winter, whom they elected captain, the team won seven games, lost three, and tied one—truly an eviable record. After many practice scrimmages, the season opened with Woodbridge as opponents. The result was a decisive victory for Woodbridge. Spurred on by their recent defeat, the girls proved their mettle by tying Roselle on January 4. 1 he team finally discovered what a grand and glorious feeling it is” to win a game when they defeated Linden, 22-8. With such pleasant memories of victory, they travelled to Westfield to play on a strange court for the first time. During the entire first half they were lost.” The second half told a different story, however, but the lead previously amassed by Westfield proved too much for them and they lost by four points. Next, the girls met Rahway at Hillside and gained their second victory of the season by a large margin. But at Roselle they found the going difficult, losing after a hard fight. In the next five games, however, they were victorious, defeating Roselle Park, Woodbridge—the team that had been successful against Hillside earlier in the season—Westfield, Rahway, and Linden. Captain Janet Winter was the best performer for our team. She scored single-, handed, an average of seven field goals a game, a record for anyone to be proud of. Christine Crane and Lena Steinholtz, alternating at the other forward position, played fine games, too, the former making many spectacular shots during the season. Mabel Broderick and Katherine Reiber performed regularly at the center positions. Although these girls usually encountered heavier and taller opponents they accounted for themselves in a worthy manner, and aided materially in the scoring column. The defensive side of the game was handled by Marion Compton, Julia Holota, and Minerva Borden. Their efforts all deserve credit. The rest of the squad, which totalled fourteen, were all given an opportunity to play during the season and helped in making the first girls’ team of Hillside High School a decided success. The girls feel that much credit is due Mr. Dubow and Miss Ostrom for their able guidance as coaches. And the boys say—“Keep up the good work, girls. You’ll have us all jealous of you.” —Fred J. Betz. School Cheers Aka-Laka-Ching, Aka-Laka-Chow! Aka-Laka-Ching-Ching, Chow-Chow-Chow ! Boom-A-Ranga, Boom-A-Ranga, Sis-Boom-Bah! Hillside High School, Rah! Rah! Rah! Boom-Chic-A-Boom, Bootn-Chic-A-Boom! Boom-Chic-A, Ric-A-Chic-A, Boom-Chic-A-Boom! Chce-Hee! Chee-Hee! Ha! Ha! Ha! Hillside High School! Rah! Rah! Rah! Remo-Rimo! Remo-Rimo-Rum Boom-Ta-Ra-Ta, Boom-Ta-Ra-Ta! Johnnie Get Your Hair Cut, Johnnie Get Your Hair Cut Short! Hillside High School, Rah ! Rah ! Rah ! Rigidi-Ack, K-Whack, K-Whi! Rigidi-Ack, K-Whack, K-Whi! Who Are? We Are! Hillside High! HILLSIDE LOCOMOTIVE H-I-L-L-S-I-D-E H-I-L-L-S-I-D-E H-I-L-L-S-I-D-E Hillside! Hillisde! Hillside! Team! Team! Team! Rav! Ray! Ray! (Long) Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! (Short) ................. (Opponent) Hillside! Hillside! Hillside! Hala-Ganick-Ganick-Ganack! Hala-Ganick-Ganick-Ganack! Skinumerick-Skinumerack ! Sis-Boom-Bah ! Flipidy-Flop, We’re on Top! Hillside! Hillside! Hillside! 58 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Track OFFICIALS OF THE TEAM Samuel Dubow..........................................Coach John Kranixfield....................................Captain George White........................................Manager Clayton Barlow George Clark Walter De Ronde Walter Haupt Fred Kestner Paul Kiepe John Kranixfield James McCarthy THE SQUAD Waldo Nickerson Joseph Onksen Allen Roberts Joseph Rosenblum Benjamin Smith Edward Smith William Squier Paul Thomas Arthur Thompson Leslie Tichenor Elvin Ullrich Anton Vit Spencer Williams George Xanthaky Edward Zilahy Edward Zusi Track News and Notes Despite the si .e of the school, and the fact that it is not one of the major sports in Hillside, Track has been quite successful. Two years ago, we suffered defeat at the hands of the Robert Treat School of Newark. Last season, however, we came back strong and won in a dual meet with Linden. The outstanding stars at this time were Captain Kranixfield and “Wally” Small. Those who earned the right to wear the maroon and gray “H” were John Kranixfield, Wallace Small, and Janet Winter. They won their letters by scoring a minimum of ten points in the important track meets. As this hook goes to press, Hillside is looking forward to a very successful track season. The boys are more experienced in the “tricks of the trade” than they were. Coach Dubow plans to enter the Class B State Championship Games with a mile relay team of winning calibre. He expects to operate the entire track schedule on a more extensive scale this season. Hillside has the material; the development is under way. —George White 59 THE PHARUS OF NIN E T EEN TWEN TY -FOUR H. H. S. Stage and Screen Kid Boots .... Fred (Size 14) jack o’ Plearts .... Lavere Meet the Wife ....We wonder which of the fellows will spring this first Fashion . ... A girl’s idea of herself The Fool . . . .A girl’s idea of most any fellow Ziegfield Follies . . . . What the Faculty think of the Seniors The Miracle . . . . What the Seniors think of themselves The Nervous Wreck . . . . Senior Advisor Runnin’ Wild . . . . We Seniors The Whole Town’s Talking . ... The Rest of the School Spring Cleaning . . .. |une Exams. Rain . ... After Exams. (lutward Bound . ... W hat’s left of the Senior Class Stepping Stones ....1925 and ’26. . Music Box Revue . . . . Weekly Assemblies The Other Rose ....In Stamford, Conn. One Kiss . . . . Tell us about it. Paul You and I .... Edna and Tom Partners Again . . . . Minerva and Eddie Seventh Heaven . . . . Passing Problems How to Educate a Wife. .. ....Ask Mr. Sowers The Covered Wagon . . . . The Fliv. The New Teacher Pardon My Nerve .... Babe Why Worry .. . . Setzie Love’s Whirlpool . . . Senior Class Beau Brummel . . . . Marcel Six Cylinder Love Zupe-Betzie-Tom-Paul-Whitev-Clayton Bov of Mine .. . Edna The Enchanted Cottage.... . . . Miss Bowen’s Camp When a Man a Man ... On the team Wall Flower ... If you’re not one of a pair The Wild Partv. ........ . . . Class Night The Eternal City ... Hillside Bluff . .. What we trv to use at Exams. The Breathless Moment. . . . . . When we find out whether it worked I .uck ...If it did 60 c HUMDRE5QUE A A V V V THOMSON. THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Read ’Em and Weep! Our jokes demand your sympathy. The reason why you’d clearly see, If you had read the jokes that we Wasted our time on from nine to three. So if perchance our humor’s dry, Remember, though it makes you sigh, To thank the Eds. that they didn’t print All which was coined in the Hillside mint. Resolved: To print all jokes on tissue paper so that Freshmen (et alii) can see through them. SPECIAL RELEASE FOR BETZIE OR EUGENE Storekeeper (to boy helper) : “See here! I don’t pay you for whistling!” Hel] er: “Oh, that’s all right. I can’t whistle well enough to charge extra, yet.’’ FORECASTING THE FUTURE Paul: “Does she sharpen her pencil with your razor?” George X.: “Yes, but I clean my pi])e with her hair pins.” Edna: “You used to say I was the light of your life.” Tom: “Yes, but I didn’t suppose you were so easily put out.” Fred: “What’s the matter, Zupe? You are only eating crackers and milk. Are you on a diet?” Eddie: “No, on commission:” ACROSS THE TRACKS Ike: “I van't some bebper, biease.” Storekeeper: “What kind of pepper—black pepper or white ?” Ike: “Neither ! I van’t vriting bebper.” WHEN DREAMS COME TRUE Fitter: “What is the doctor giving you for insomnia?” Patter: “A glassful of Scotch at regular intervals.” Pitter: “But is it effective?” Patter: “Very! It makes staying awake seem worth while !” ACCIDENT POLICIES Riley: “Thin ’tis a liberal policy the smooth-jawed young man sold ye?” Casey: “Yis. Shure, there are some viry attractive indimnities if I get hurt playin’ golf, polo, or drivin’ me own aeorplane.” 62 THE P H A R U SO F NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR The Most Popular Songs of 1924 Fate ............................... Somebody's Wrong.................... Love Tales.......................... Last Night on the Front Porch....... First, Last, and Always............. Love, My Heart Is Calling You....... Every Night I Cry Myself to Sleep Over You....................... I Wonder Who’s Dancing With Her Tonight ....................... So I Took the Fifty Thousand Dollars........................ Wonderful One....................... Any Time’s Kissing Time............. Oh Mabel, Behave.................... Lindy Lady.......................... Mary Dear........................... Someone Stole My Gal................ Someone Loves You After All......... Forever ............................ The One I Love...................... Meilancholy ........................ Sitting Pretty...................... You Can’t Make a Fool Out of Me.. When Hearts Are Young............... My Pal.............................. All for the Girlies................. Maybe She’lll Write Me, Maybe She’ll ’Phone Me............... Poor Little Me...................... Clinging Vine....................... I Love You.......................... I Love Me........................... Siftin' In a Corner................. Lovin’ Sam.......................... Linger Awhile....................... Dig a Little Deeper................. That Old Gang of Mine............... Who’s Sorry Now..................... Rememberin’ ........................ Graduation So we see by exam, marks Rendered by the Seniors Ask Eddie So saith Paul Solo by T. F. M. Poor Lill Secret thoughts of George X ■As Hazel says Edna Doug's Opinion Go to it, Fred. Any relation to you. Karl? We’re surprised, Wilbur! Too bad, X. She’s convinced Clavton. Fred Mabel Those who flunked Those who didn't Just what Mr. Morton says The faculty Marion Babe Still hoping, X.? Our Clara Mary Mac. You tell her, Tommie Of course, we know it------! Everybody’s doing it! Mr. Dubow Says Mabel Class Dues The Seniors « All of us, for we won’t be back next vear. 1924. Customer: “A little bird tells me this coffee is powerful strong, waiter. Waiter: “A little bird, Sir! What kind, may I ask ?” Customer: “A swallow.” IN WHICH GRADE ARE WEIGHTS AND MEASURES TAUGHT Mr. Cox in Problems Class: “Which weighs more, an ounce of silver or an ounce of gold ?” Marcel (promptly) : “An ounce of gold.” 63 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOU R Here and There In Hillside Latin as Applied: Hillside is described as unique. Unique is derived from the Latin: Units—one Equus—horse they carried him out on a stretcher Mr. Dubow, to players after delivering a long speech: “And furthermore, no more of you are to get any liberties.” Voice fro the rear: “(jive me Liberty or give me Death!” Mr. Dubow: “Who said that!” Voice from the rear: “Patrick Henry!” A CONCRETE EXAMPLE Mr. Sowers: “What is density?” Doug, hopefully: “I can’t define it. but I can give an illustration.” Mr. Sowers: “The illustration is excellent. Sit down.” ADVICE TO GEORGE X. “Marv, dear, I love you. Give me the right—” And just then she did, followed closely bv a left jab. YOU TELL HIM, FRED! Mr. Morton, annoyed at disturbance: “If you can’t even be serious here, what are your ho| es for the future? bred, sadly: “Haven’t any just now. Tomorrow is her birthday, and I’m worrying about the present.” RUBBING IT IN! Mr. Sowers: bite, don’t you know anything?” Junior from the rear of room: “No! lie’s a Senior.” TEAM WORK First Senior: “I hear we passed the Math, test.” Second Senior: “Did we? Swell! hirst Senior: “Well, he said vou passed—and vou bet, if you did, I did!” REGULAR SPEED FIENDS Doug.: “My car is the fastest piece of machinery in town.” Miss Bowen: “Never! I’ll back my gas meter against your car any time.” ASK BETTY! “Do you know how the rats get in here?” “Naw!” “Uhu!” 64 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR IN PROBLEMS CLASS Mr. Cox: “What is your idea of capital punishment!” Whitey: “Paying an old debt in German marks. A PRACTICAL PROFESSION Miss Stevens: “I understand you are studying to be a chiropodist. Karl Linn: “Yes, I finally decided on that when I found I was always at the foot of the class.” JUST GIRLS! Betty: “I hope you have a nice time tonight, Ed. Edna, dreamily: “Oh, the boys aren't coming up.” PROBLEMS NOTEBOOKS Mr. Cox, severely: “Are you copying his notes?” The one student who passed: “Xo, I was only looking to see if he had mine right.” .000.000,000,1 Mr. Morton: “Ullrich, use a factor of common sense in that problem! ELIZABETH’S SOME SPEEDY MACHINE Anton: “Did you ever time yourself in your automobile? Miss Jones: “Oh, yes it took me an even hour to start it yesterday. AFTER SHE HAS SAID “NO!” Younger Brother: “What are circumstances over which one has no control?” Senior, sadly: “The girls I used to go with.” BABE, TOO, AND SOME OTHERS Member of the Faculty discovering four fellows playing poker: “Don’t you fellows know you’re doing wrong?” Doug., ruefully: “Yes, sir! But believe me, I’m sure paying for my sins.” A QUESTION FOR CONSIDERATION Miss Jones, in Bookkeeping I: “Ask questions; it shows you are interested.” v Betzie: “How soon will the bell ring?” WESTERN UNION NOT NECESSARY Janitor: “How do you set the clock in the offiice?” Mr. Sowers: “Easy! Just watch until Frances leaves her home. Then set it thirty seconds to go before the last bell rings.” THE ROLLS-ROYCE “So you refuse to buy my car. do you. said Miss Jones. “I certainly do,” he replied. “When I want a car like yours, I’ll go to the Five and Ten Cent Store and get a new one.” SHELL SHOCK School Doctor: “What’s the matter now?” Senior Fellow: “I passed all my subjects.” 65 THE P H A R US OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Recent Fiction Reviews Main Street............. One Wonderful Night.. The Storm-Center....... The Boosters............ Stiffs ................. Annihilation ........... The Hundredth Chance. The Keeper of the Door Land of Forgotten Men. Wheels Within Wheels Nameless River.......... Luck of the Kid......... The Plastic Age......... Mystery Road........... Third Floor Corridor Senior Prom. Senior Room Ourselves The rest of the school June Exams. Graduation Mr. Sowers Seventh Period Study Karl Linn Francis Place How do you do it, Tommie? Freshmen From this side of the tracks to the other—on a moonlight night. We Often Wonder Could Marcel Darche a blunder make. Or Ncrvie's eyes ill-humor fake? Does Lena ever cut a glass, Or Hazel fail to use the glass? Could Mabel talk with slower speed, Or Babe to warning bell give heed? Does Anna know what “lonely” means? Is Jane as quiet as she seems? And why does Marion hate a cat, As Betty does a mouse or rat? Could Leslie, like John K., be quiet. Or Alice ever lead a riot? Was Kidlets ever known to boast, Or Joe in class to rank the lowest? Does Janet often make a noise, Or Clara try to flirt with boys? Can Gertrude talk in class as out. Or Marguerite appear in doubt? Could Tommie really angry be. Or X. not try to cut Math. 3? Docs Jimmie show the folks the pipe, Or Eddie ever get stage fright? INDEED, WE OFTEN WONDER. CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE Bingo: “Where were you last night?” Jingo: “Oh, I was out to a stag party.” Bingo: “So I thought. I saw you staggering home.” A PLEA In the parlor. Oh my darling, When the lights are dim and low, That your face is thickly powdered How am I, Sweetheart, to know? Every week I have to carry Every coat that I possess, To the cleaners—Won’t you darling Love me more—and powder less! —Wilbur Kiepe, ’25. 66 T H E PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR A CONTRAST Fred’s sonorous voice resounding down the corridor: “Hello, Sheik !” Enter: -----------------------Karl Linn. THE DIFFERENCE “Joe is a perfect walking dictionary.” “Dictionary nothing! You can shut a dictionary up. EULOGY OF A GHOST Here lie the remains of the first Senior Class That has jrassed out of Hillside High. Very vivacious, talented, smart But without recognition, we die. Though we started quite young in twenty-one, And did our best from the start, With continual censure and little praise, We slowly, but surely, lost heart. So, in twenty-four, as I said before, Of our fire there wasn’t an ember. There’s one consolation, with little exception, We won’t he seen in September. —Paul Thomas A HIKE IN THE DARK First Flea: “Been walking?” Second Flea: “Nope. Been on a tramp.” FEMININE EFFICIENCY Salesman (to woman who has annoyed everyone in the store for the last two hours without buying anything) : “Madam, are you shopping here ?” Woman, surprised: “Certainly! What else could I be doing?” Salesman, exasperated: “Well, madam, I thought perhaps you might be taking inventory.” THE GIRLS YOU KNOW There’re so many different types of girls You meet along the street — The one who sneers and laughs at you The one that's real and sweet. There’s the one you think’s good looking, And the one who acts so shy Around the teachers and grown-ups, But when alone—Oh, my ! There’s the clever little lassy Who stars as an athlete; Who always has a smile for you When passing on the street. But though all the kinds of girls you meet Are different at first sight: Have you ever stopped to meditate Just what the boys are like? —Jacqueline Sherman, ’26. 67 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR EXTRACTS There's something in our Senior Class That surely can't be beat. You can’t imagine V-hat is it? Just look at Freddie’s feet! Another thing that's very queer, Or so it seems to me— Wherever Edna Sherman is, Tom Murphy’s sure to be. Here is another episode, Occured the other day— The Latin Class was quiet—Miss Schmitt fainted dead away. This happened during the last term— (We celebrate the date.) Although it snowed and hailed that day, Vit wasn’t even late. —Edzt'anl Zusi. TO THE SENIORS May you never forget old Hillside High, With its charms, its playtimes, its fun, Its work, together with limited care. And the serious moments to come. May fortune ne’er turn in the opposite way, But success stay at your door. May you always be talented, as you were here— Oh! Seniors, what could I wish more! —Jacqueline Sherman, '26. 68 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-FOUR Farewell! The time has come! With lagging step and downcast heart We must from Hillside High depart. Why do we sorrow?—Should not we Rejoice with feast and revelry, For have we not achieved our aim, Swept forward in our strife for fame? We’re graduates ! Bid care begone! And yet oppression lingers on. We loathe to go. We’ll miss your classes and your hall. The place where we were comrades all. The teams and cheers, traditions true. Old Hillside, that are part of you. We dread the time when thoughts of thee Will be hut mocking memory. The world enfolds us; still, we pray, We’re loyal to the “Red and Gray.” —Edward Zusi. 69 THE PHARUS OF NINETEEN TWENTY-F O U R AiitDgrapijH 70 An Appreciation--- We appreciate the fact that our rapid growth has been made possible by the confidence and good will of the people of this community. Our constant aim is to merit this approval. We cordially invite you folks who have not yet done so to open an account AT HOME with this strong, conservative local bank, where courtesy and service prevail. THE HILLSIDE NATIONAL BANK Hillside, N. J. OFFICERS Richard S. Eaui., President H. K. Corbin-, Vice-President D. H. Doremus, Vice-President L. R. Wallace, Cashier R. C. Whiting, Assistant Cashier 71 Advertising T'fcJT RETOUCHING I 1 1 I ILLUSTRATING JL DESIGNING Line Plates Halftones BendayColqrPmtes PROCESSO?L ?RPMS Phone Market 2336 PHOTOENGRAVING Art Phqtq Engraving Cb 91-93 Halsey Street NEWARK, N. J. S omebody—Somewhere Wants Your Photograph Sherman Studio 565 BROAD STREET OPPOSITE BROAD STREET THEATRE NEWARK, N. J. Tel. Mulberry 876 Hillside Supply Co. COAL, LUMBER, and MASON MATERIALS YARD: BROOKSIDE AVENUE Telephone: Bigelow 3411 COMPLIMENTS OF GEORGE COMPTON Fred. J. Zusi BUILDER 219 VIRGINIA STREET HILLSIDE, N. J. TELEPHONE: ELIZABETH 2075-W Louis Nuse Garage STORING and REPAIRING 1434 NORTH BROAD STREET HILLSIDE, N. J. 72 Telephone: Terrace 3985 H. R. Goeller JOHN GOELLER, MANAGER STRUCTURAL STEEL and ORNAMENTAL IRON WORK HILLSIDE AVE. LEHIGH VALLEY R. R. HILLSIDE, N. J. COMPLIMENTS OF BRISTOL-MYERS COMPANY 73 CORK INSULATION Jointite Pure Cork Tile Jointite Cork Bulletin Board Jointite Pure Baked Cork Board Jointitc Beveled Cork Lagging Granulated Cork Screened Granulated Cork Unscreened Jointitc Mastic Finish Coated Cork Board Jointitc Machinery Isolation Cork Regranulated Cork (Fine) Regranulated Cork (Coarse) Manufactured By L. Mundet Son, Inc. Established 1865 New York Office, 461 EIGHTH AVENUE, NEW YORK, N. Y. Insulation Factory, LONG AVENUE (Hillside), ELIZABETH, N. J. 74 McMANUS BROS. It is our sincere hope that more and more Hillside folks will get the habit of visiting us so that we may show them through this store, noted throughout the Metropolitan District as a mighty good furniture store. Please feel that you are most welcome here at all times. Forty-Four Years Selling Good Furniture Earl Nicholls Co. ELIZABETH SASH, DOOR SUPPLY Official Outfitters to Hillside Schools In All Branches of Athletics COMPANY COMPLETE DEPARTMENT FOR Tennis—Golf—Bathing Baseball—Camping—Fishing Specialists in Radio Parts or Sets %• — LUMBER, MILL WORK 231 BROAD STREET ELIZABETH. N. J. MASON MATERIAL 75 Elizabeth, N. J. Staten Island, N. Y. Morristown, N. J. Easton, Pa. DYEING AND CLEANING OF EVERY DESCRIPTION The Mohawk Rectifier CHARGES YOUR RADIO BATTERIES AT HOME AT ALL GOOD DEALERS Mohawk Electric Mfg. Co. 17 KIRK PLACE, Newark, N. ). Tel. Mkt. 7143 Telephone: Trinity 3350-R INTERNATIONAL MEAT MARKET PRIME MEATS AND PROVISIONS QUICK SERVICE COE AVE., Cor. Salem Ave. 76 CASTI.ES ICE CREAM Purer Because Heathized DIAMONDS, FIXE JEWELRY, SILVERWARE AND CLOCKS. WE SPECIALIZE IN SPECIAL ORDER WORK. COLLEGE AND SCHOOL JEWELRY, CLASS PINS AND RINGS, BADGES, MEDALS, TROPHIES AND LOVING CUPS “Service That Satisfies Jeweler 257 N. BROAD STREET ELIZABETH, N. J. Telephone 1%9 Tel. Canal 0517 HAVENS CO. Manufacturing Jewelers CLASS PINS, RINGS, MEDALS AND TROPHIES Send for Catalogue 17-19 THOMPSON STREET NEW YORK CITY 77 Success Is Magnetic-- Perhaps we have been particularly successful because we have recognized one fundamental of selling —that of putting ourselves in our customer’s place. To give him the same prompt, accurate service and consideration that we ourselves would expect. The additional business that we have drawn to us, we feel has been due to the strict adherence to this policy, so we have had real cause to feel that success is magnetic. Success Is Magnetic — and Service Is The Magnet The Pharus of 1924 is one of our products BROAD AND LAFAYETTE STS. NEWARK, N. J. THE College of Engineering OF Newark Technical School A local institution of college grade giving regular 4-year professional engineering courses leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. The certificate'of a first class 4-year high school or its equivalent work is required for entrance. The College of Engineering offers to the young men of Newark and vicinity an opportunity to get a sound technical education at home at a reasonable cost. A certain number of scholarships are available to young men of promise who have not the necessary funds. Inquiries should lie directed to the Registrar The NEWARK TECHNICAL SCHOOL 367 HIGH ST., NEWARK, N. J. Phone Mulberry 0162 Business and Secretarial College and Schools DRAKE COLLEGE DAY AND EVENING Executive Office: 155 MARKET ST. NEWARK. N. J. L. D. Telephone 5923 Residence, 1949-J J. E. E. Levanseller Express 27-29 w. GRAND STREET ELIZABETH, N. J. 78 An Appreciation wish to express our appreciation to Yr Miss Mabel C. Wagner for her assistance and for her advice in helping us arrange our art work for the Piiarus. We take this opportunity, moreover, to thank Mr. John Sherman of the Sherman Studio, and Mr. J. D. McKechnie of the Art Photo-Engraving Company, for their co-operation with us, and for their interest in the success of our undertaking. To such friends as these, we feel that we owe a great deal. We also wish to express appreciation to the Colyer Printing Company for their part in making the Piiarus succeed. THE STAFF. 79 .