Holbrook High School - Echo Yearbook (Holbrook, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 40 of the 1935 volume:

J. E. PURDY CO Photographers and - Limners Official Photographers for Class of 1935 160 TREMONT STREET BOSTON, MASS. Vol. XI No. 2 Sumner High School, Holbrook, Mass., June, 1935 ;C!B!0 STAFF EDITOR - In - Chief ASSISTANT EDITOR . . BUSINESS MANAGER . ASSISTANT MANAGER LITERARY EDITOR . . . ATHLETIC EDITOR . . . ATHLETIC EDITOR . . . JOKE EDITOR JOKE EDITOR ALUMNI EDITOR EXCHANGE EDITOR . . CLASS EDITORS 1938 1937 . 1936 1935 TYPIST TYPIST TYPIST . FACULTY ADVISER . . Gardner Mills Mabel Iveson Robert Colburn Roland Kearns Geraldine Behan F. Welsford Frances Bisbee Paul Wiggins r Marie Danos Esther Seaverns Esther Seaverns .... Irene George, Mary Smith William Sands Ruth Kierstead, Edith Flanagan Rita Lang, Carlotta Caspersen Winifred Andrew Louise Moran Geraldine Sullivan Miss Megley COMTEMT. SENIOR NOTES DEDICATION 4 DIRECTORY 4 HISTORY r 8 STATISTICS 9 PROPHECY : . .V. . . 10 WILL ‘ 13 DRAMA . . 14 ODE 1.5 JUNIOR CLASS NOTES 15 - SOPHOMiORE CLASS NOTES 18 FRESHMEN CLASS NOTES 20 JOKES 22 SCHOOL NOTES 23 ALUMNI 28 4 THE C Ollaafi (©fftr ra Gardner W. Mills (Giddy) Upland Street “Think a 1 1 you speak; but speak not all you think.” Hobby: Golf. Activities: Glee Club, 1; Class Treasurer, 1, 2; Class President, 3, 4; Echo, 3, 4; Man- ager, Foot-Basket- ball; Hockey, 4 . Geraldine M Behan (Gerry) Pleasant Street ••Speaks 3 or 4 languages word for word without the book.” Hobby: Sports. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; French Club Pres- ident, 4; Athletic l raina, 3; Senior Hrama 4: Reporter 4; A ' ice-T’resident, 2, 4: P’ro Merito, 3; Basket Bal Cap- tain, 4. Edith F. Waters Division Street “A perfect woman, nobly i)lanned.“ Hobby: Art. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; .Senior Drama; Class Vice-Presi- dent, 1, 3; Class .Secretary, 4; Echo, 2; Gym Exhibition, 4; Commercial, 3, 4; Rifle Club 4. Henry H. Thayer (Hal) Union Street ••H i s stride be- comes a learned man.’’ Hobby: Stamp Col- lecting . Activities: C o m- mercial Club, 3, 4; Football, 4; Class Treasurer, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 3, 4 . DEDICATION This our first year book is dedicated to the Senior Class, this class of thirty-eight members, -who for four years have fol- lowed their motto “Strive to Succeed” and have now faithfully earned their re- w ' ard. CLASS COLORS Nile Green and Silver. CLASS MOTTO “Strive to Succeed.” CLASS OFFICERS Gardner Mills — President. Geraldine Behan — Vice-President. Edith Waters — Secretary. Hallett Thayer — Treasurer. THE ECHO WINIFRED K. ANDREW. (Honey) Linfield Street “Bid me discourse, T will enchant thine ear.’’ Hobby: Boats. Activities: Lunchroom, 1 ; Apparatus. 1; Ai ' chei ' . 2; Echo, 4: Gym Exhibition, 4; Reporter, 4; Commer- cial Club, 3, 4: Rifle Club, 4. HELEN E. BAKER (Judy) Winter Street “Howe ' er it be, it seems to me, ’ti-s only noble to be grood.” Hobby: Foreign orrespon- dence. Activities: Glee Club. 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4; Rifle Club, 4. CLARA C. CASPERSEN (Killer) Plymouth Street “One bloom of health and happiness, a smile for all.” Hobby: Sports. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Echo, 3, 4; Basket- ball, 3, 4; Senior Play, 4; Gym Meet, 2, 4: libra- rian. 2; Reporter, 1; Ap- paratus 1, 2, 3, 4; Rifle Club, 4. ROBERT A. COLBURN (Bob) So. Franklin St. “I rarely speak as funny as I can.” Hobby: Sports. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 4; Echo, 2, 3, 4; Football, 4; Basketl all, 2, 3, 4: Base- ball. 2, 3; Gym Exhibit, 3, 4; Senior Drama; Hockej , 4. WM. E. CRANDLEMERE Johns Avenue “Still waters run deep.” Hobby: Boating. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2; Orchestra, 1; Tennis, 3; Gym : Ieet, 4; Football. 4. MARIE A, DANOS Quincy Street “A heart as true as steel.” Hobby: Swimming. Activities: Glee Club, 1: Echo 3, 4; French Club 4; Newspaper Reporter, ’ 4; Athletic Drama, 3. JEAN C. DRUMMOND (Gram) Belcher Street “A daughter of the Gods, divinely tall.” Hobby: Sailois. Activities; fAin -li’-oom, 1; Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 1; Or- chestra. 1, 2, 3; (jommer- cial Club, 3, 4; Office 4. GEORGE J. ELDREDGE Jr. Sprague Avenue “Better late than never. ”. Hobby; Pestering Teachers. Activities: Basketball, 3, 4; Baseball, 4; Commercial Club, 3, 4; Gym Exhibi- tion, 3, 4. GEORGIE GEORGE (Judy) Plymouth St. “Deeds, not vords.’’ Hobbj ' : Dream Girls.” Activities; Baseball, 3, 4; Football, 4; Commercial Club, 3, 4; Gym Exhibi- tion, 3. 4. HOWARD E. HELMS (Goosey) Linfield Street “Nor man nor boy.” Hobbj ' : Quincy. Activities: Baseball, 3; Bas- ketball, 3. 4: Football. 4; Gym Exhibition, 3 4: Glee Club, 1; Tennis, 3. Com- mercial Club, 3, 4. DOROTHY M. HOOKE (Dot) So. Franklin Street “I know everything- except myself.” Hobby: “The Grange.” Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3. 4 ;Librarian, 1; Com- mercial Club, 3. 4: Appa- ratus, 1. HENRY C. HOOKER Belcher Street ‘T am not without suspicion that I have an nndeveloedp faculty of music within me.” Hobby: Clowning. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Orechestra, 3, 4; Commercial Club, 3, 4; Gym Exhibition 3. 6 THE ECHO ARTHUR H. HORTE (Red) Garfield Road “■ Vhot battled for the true, the just.” Hobby: Brunettes. Activitie.s: Glee Club, 1, 2; Commercial Club, 3, 4. Football, 4; Gym Exhibi- tion, 3, 4. EDW. W. HUNTINGTON (Hinckle) Belcher Street “Where breathes the foe but falls before us.’’ Hobby: Football. Activities: Baseball, 3, 4; Football, 4; Commercial Club, 3, 4; Gym Exhibi- tion, 3, 4. HELEN M. KOSKI pine Street “She has a little laugh that is very infectious.” Hobby: Drawing. Activities: Glee Club. 1. 2; Lunchroom, 1; Basketball, 1; Commercial Club, 3; Handicraft Club, 3, 4. ALBERT A. LANG (Abe) Weston Avenue “A bold, bad man.” Hobby: Girls. Activities: (5ym Exhibition, 3. 4; French, 3. RITA M. LANG Weston Avenue. “The inconvenience or the beauty of the blush: which is the greater?” Hobby: Swimming. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4: Orchestra, 1, 2: Echo 4; Reporter, 4; French Club, 4; LESTER A. LEONARD So. Franklin Street. ‘The man of wisdom is the man of years.” Hobby: l- arming. Activities: Commercial Club, 3. 4. PATRICIA C. LYONS (Pat) “Fancy ' s child warbling her native wood-notes wild.” Hobby: Singing, .Activities: Glee Club, 1; Class Secretary, 1. Senior Drama. 4; .Vthletio Drama, 3: Ciiinmercial Club, 3, 4; Office, 4. PHYLLIS M. MacPHERSON (Sally) “I wo;ild have no one con- tiil me, 1 would be su- preme.” Hobby; Dancing. Activities: Glee Club, 1, ?, 3, 4: Commercial (Mul). 3, 4: Eiho, 3: .Senior Drama, 4: Lunchiooin, 2: labra- rian. 1: Xewspai)er Re- jiorter, 2. ALMA H. MANGOTT Plymouth Street “Always contented.’’ Hobny: Driving Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4; Lunch Room, 3; Re- porter, 4. JOHN R. McGAUGHEY, Jr. (Mac) Division Street. “A lion among ladies is a most dreadful thing.” Hobby: Sports. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 3; Basketball, 2, 3, 4. Foot- ball, 4: Echo, 2; Baseball, 3. 4; Hockey, 4; Class Of- ficer, 3. HELEN M. MORAN (Darb) Pleasant Street “I love solitude and such society as is tranquil, wise, and good.” Hobby: Fooling. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2; Commercial Club, 3, 4; Lunch Room, 1. LOUISE T. MORAN (Judy) Chandler Street ■■•Then we talked — Oh how we talked.” Hoby: Having a good time. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2. Commercial Club, 3, 4; Echo, 4; Librarian, 3; Gym Exhibition, 4; Lunch Room, 4. 7 THE ECHO IRENE FORGES (“Renee ' � ) Plymouth Street • She knows a thing or two or three or four.” Ho])hy: Shorthand. Activities: Librarian, 1: Of- fice, 4; Athletic Drama, 2: Glee Club, 1; Commercial Club, 3, 4. MARIE SCOLAMIERO Pine Street ‘‘The will to do.” Hobby: Bicycle riding. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2, 3, 4. IAN M; SHIPLEY (“Ship’� ) Upland Street. “You have waked me too soon, I must slumber again.” Hobby: ] lusic. Activities: Orchestra, 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3; Echo 1, ROY C. SMITH Jr. (“Smythe”) Western Avenue. “All the world loves a lover.” Hobby: Sports. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 3; Baseball, 3, 4; Football, 4; Senior Drama, 4; Gym Ex- hibition, 3, 4; Hockey, 4. CLIFTON O. STETSON Jr. (“Cliff”) North Franklin Street ‘I dare do all that may be- come a man, who dares do more is none.” Hobby: Movies. Activities: Glee Club, 2, 3. Senior Play. GERALDINE A. SULLIV . ' . ( Dene) Adams Street. “I’d as lief not be, as li • to be in awe of such a thi. . as 1 inyself.” Hobby: Swimming. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2 Commercial Club, 3, Drama, 3; Office, 4; Eel. Senior Drama, 4; Athle 4; Class Secretary 2, Gy. . Exhibition, 4. ROBERT A. WELCH ( Batesie) Pine Street ‘‘Precious things come i small bundles.’’ Hobby: Fords. Activities: Glee Club, 1, r ' Basketball, 3, 4; Comme • cial Club, 4; Gym Exhib.- tion, 3. marie e. welch (Ree) South Franklin Street ‘‘A creature not too brigl. - nor good, for human nr. - ture’s daily food.” Hobby: Giggling. Activities: Glee Club, 1, 2 3, 4; Senior Drama, Athletic Drama, 3; Offic 4; Commercial Club, 3 - F. W. WELSFORD ( Freddie) Belcher Street. ‘‘Was there ever such man with such a flow c: eloquence.” Hobby: Talking. Activities: Rifle Club 1 2 Tennis, 3; Senior Drama. 4; Gym Exhibition, 3 4 Echo, 2, 3, 4. ANTHONY E. ZARELLI (T ony) Spring Street. ‘‘A proper man as one shal; see in a day.” Hobby: Redheads. Activities: Lunch Room, 4 , Basketball, 2, 3, 4; Captain Baseball, 2, 3; Class Presi- dent, 1; Football, 4; Senior Play, 4; Commercial Club Treasurer, 3; President, 4; Gym Exhibition, 4, Hockey, 4. THE ECHO 8 SENIOR CLASS HISTORY The Class of 1935 has, after four years of hard scudying, of fun, and of pleasure, reached the top. After graduation in June its members will go out into the world lo begin their life work. Vvhsn we entered Sumner High in the fall of 1931, we were given the impres- sion by many who had gone before us that we were an unusually deep shade of fresh- man green. The first few weeks we passed in fear and awe. Everything was a new experience and adventure to us. We were all like strangers wandering in a stranee and queer land. Gradually it dawned on us that here in high school the most suc- cessful way to follow the right path was to use our own common sense and stand on our own feet. One day a notice went around to the different classes which stated that the Freshmen were to have a class meeting. We became excited and nervous. All be- came victims of a shaky, tingling feeling. We felt that this was a very great event in our Freshman lives. For our class of- ficers we elected the following: Tony Za- relli, president; Edith Waters, vice-presi- dent: Patricia Lyons, secretary; and “Giddy” Gardner Mills, treasurer. Again we met together in the fall of 1932. We were no longer Freshmen, hut we were now Sophomores. As we as- sembled, we found that our membership had been diminished two. We were sorry to learn this, but we wished that the best of luck went with these people. At the beginning of the year -i class meeting was called at which the officers for the year were chosen. They weie president, “Pinkie” Frank StTn’.i ' s- vice- president, Gerry Behan; secrete.: ' rald- ine. “Dine” Sullivan; and •.j’easurer, “Giddy” Mills again. Our Junior year — now we were very grown up indeed. No longer were we green little freshmen or faded green sophomores; no, we were truly full fledged and respected Juniors. As our class offi- cers we chose “Giddy” Mills president (incidentally. Mills was class treasurer for two years) vice-president, Edith Wat- ers; secretary. Robert iMcGaughey; and treasurer, Hal Thayer. For our class colors we chose nile green and white. If you ' ll notice, green has been associated with us since we entered high school. This year we also selected class rings. The class had its Junior Prom, a long- looked-for event. It was held on May 11, 1934, and, although there had been Proms many years previous to this, we, as a class, firmly believe that ours was one of the very best. It was during this year too that our class won out in an event over the Seniors. A spelling match was con- ducted in which members of the whole high school entered. The winner was Gerry Behan of the Junior Class. And now we have reached our senior year, one of the most interesting years in high school. This year our class officers are president, “Giddy” Mills; vice-presi- dent, Gerry Behan: secretary, Edith Waters; and treasurer, Hal Thayer. We chose nile green and silver for our class colors. Still the green has stuck to us, but, as you see, we are not in the least worried about it. Our class has made new history in the important fact that Bob Col- burn was made captain of a new football team, the fir.st football team in the history of the school, and one of which the school has become very proud. Through the leadership and skill of its captain. Bob Colburn, and of Huntington, Zarelli, George, and Smith, this team lost one game and tied two, winning all the rest. Best of all they won the games played with Stetson, Sumner’s ancient rival. Our class was again victorious in the yearly spelling match, Marie Danos being the winner. Irene Purges also of the senior class was the third highest. “Ann Make Believe”, the senior class play, proved most entertaining to the large audience which attended it. It was a success; there surely wasn’t any doubt about that. Our English class has this year started a most interesting and amusing type of English. It is that of foreign correspond- ence. Some of the students have received letters and pictures from boys and girls cf Italy. Sweden. Astoria, West Indies, ?nd many other foreign countries. Marie Scolamiero has received many letters, pic- ti res. and magazines from a boy in Italy. Who knows, Marie, he may come to Amer- ica some day. The Senior dance held April 26 was a grand affair. With the great help and ad- vice of the artistically inclined, under the supervision of Miss Elliott, the art teacher, the hall was decorated more beautifully than ever before. When this class graduates in June, it will leave to Sumner a high record in s? ' hcDr«hin and athletics which the class of 1936 will find hard to beat. Mr. Walsh: “Tell me the signs of the Zodiacs. You, Hilton, can be first.” H. ' Murdock: “Tarus the Bull.” Mr. Walsh: “Right, and now, you, George, another one.” G. Mullin: “Cancer the Crab.” Mr. Walsh: “Right again. Now, Daniel, it’s your turn.” D. Daly, Looking puzzled for a moment, and then blurting out: “Mickey the Mouse.” THE ECHO 0 STATISTICS During- the spring of this year, a great fiaw in the government of the senior class came to light. Much to our horror this conaition nad been in existence over a three-year period. Immediately upon dis- covery an attempt was made to right tilings. undergraOLiates were puzzled as to vnat the outcome would be; now, how- ever, the suspense is over, and the seniors may once more face any class, anywhere, ana declare their government to be one of the best. Following is the belated statisti- cal record of one of the greatest classes Sumner has ever known. Naturally, the tirst thing to be voted on was the best looking. This was very difficult as our Class is composed almost entirely of good looKing girls and boys. Finally, however, alter much pondering and examining of faces, it was decided that Edith Waters won the honors for the girls, and George George for the boys. Now we had to de- cide on things mental. Geraldine Behan carried away the honors for being the smartest for the girls and Robert Mc- Gaughey for the boys. I guess it must run in the family to have brains, for Rob- ert and Geraldine are cousins. Ne xt came the quietest. There was not a great deal of difficulty finding that person for neither Lester Leonard nor Rita Lang have spoken more than three words apiece since they entered high school. This is about one word a year. Yes, we have dignified and sophisticated people in our class, too. P’a- ti-xcia Lyons is the sophisticate and Marie Danos the most dignified. Don’t get the wrong impression though, neither of them are snooty. And gum chewers! There were two tied for this, namely, Howard Helms and Robert Welch. You should re- member, boys, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever”. Happy-go-lucky — that’s Louise Moran, and in these days of de- pression too. I wish you v ould tell us how you do it, Louise. Oh, yes, we even have a playboy in our class. Of course it ' s Mills, our very own president at that: nevertheless, we are proud of him, and rightfully so. In contrast we have Alma Mangott and Marie Scolamiero, the shyest and the most conscientious respectively. Orchids to you, girls; it takes brains to be quiet and to keep out of fights. You all know without my telling you tha:: Shipley is the class nuisance, and Colburn runs a rretty close second, being the class clown. Never mind though, Colburn doesn’t clown when on the gridiron or ba.sketball floor. T guess he knows that there is a time and place for everything. Carlotta Casperson is our class Tomboy and also our girl ath- lete. “Killer” sure lives uj) to her name. There are Tony and Phyllis, the best boy and p- ' rl dancers. We’ve got to hand it to thp s ' re ' ' y can step. A Mystery? Wuo is it. None other timn Elmer Cran- uiemere. We can’t say any more about Piin for that’s all we knovv. The most suc- ces.xful bluffer is Marie Welch. At leasr you ' re successful, Marie. They will have CO give you credit for that. Now the nnss- ing one. Dot Hooke’s tne name. She’s the Class Absentee. Helen Baker is the best read, ou should see her pouring over Bethoven. You’ve surely got cour- age, Helen. Geraldine Sullivan and Gard- ner Mills are the best dressed girl and boy in our class, and mayoe some of the girls don’t envy Dennie, or should I say Dennie’s clothes. Who drew those lovely pictures? Why Huntington did the one on the left and Edith Waters the others. They are our class artists, and maybe we’re not proud of them. Heartbreaker -— that’s Helms. Boy, he surely slays them, watch out, Goosie, George runs a very close sec- one being the class gigilo, and no wonder. Look at those big brown eyes. Roy Smith is also stepping up with the most votes for being a lady’s man. The essayist is Rob- ert McGaughey, and believe me he is really good. The peppiest boy in our class is Bob Welch. No wonder he can be peppy; the rest of us walk to school while Bob has a car and drives; though I’m thankful to say, not like Bob McGaughey wffio walks away with all laurels for being the fastest driver. Jean Drummond is the best typist, and does she feel good because she won a fifty-wmrd pin. She thinks Mr. L. C. Smith is coming to see her and give her a medal. That about completes our statistics but, oh yes, I received a major- ity vote for being the class flirt. Now for class ancestors. Did you ever get a real good look at Marie Welch? She’s related to Uncle Tom. I thought that was just dirt on her face, bu t I guess it’s part of her ancestry. Some of us are descend- ed from Adam and Eve. One claims his ancestors fiddled while Rome burned. An- other boy’s related Robin Hood and still another to Methusalah. Edward Hunting- ton claims to have descended from the Earl of Huntington. At least the name’s the same anyway, Hinckle. Somebody w ' ent so far as to say he w ' as descended from the Apes. Well, we believe you, and also the person who claims relation to Frankenstein. We have religious people too. Those descended from Friar Tuck, G in. and Julius Ceaser are also related to members of our class. Up to this time we never realized what a really great class we are and just begin- ning to appreciate ourselves. Winifred Andrew ' ’35. 10 THE ECHO PROPHECY CLASS OF 1935 CHARACTERS: 1st Spirit Spirit of Sumner 2nd Spirit Spirit of 1935 TIME: Midnight, 1950. SETTING: Sumner High School. A small bare room with only a table and two chairs, one on each side of the table. A burning candle on the table is the only light in the room. Seated behind the table is a stately spirit bending over a large open book on the table. As he works, he enters items in the book with pen and ink. Presently the door swings back softly, and a secjDnd spirit floats in. The first spirit rises and waits until the other stands by the opposite chair. Before they take their seats, the new- comer addresses the fist spirit: “Hail, Spirit of Sumner!” “Hail, Spirit of 1935!” answers the other, nodding as he does so. (The , second spirit extracts a large book from his robes, puts it on the table, and both sit down. While the second spirit opens his book, the other talks softly.) “As you know, my fellow spirit, we are gathered here today to discuss the fate of that eminent and praiseworthy class which graduated from this famous school fifteen years ago. I always had a soft spot in my heart, which lies be- neath my happy haunting ground, for that Class of 1935! Ah! Here are the names.” (he runs his finger down the page, hurriedly stops, and turns again to his friend.) “What became of that small blond, who talked quite a bit, but had enough brains and personality to make up for it?” Spirit of 1935: “Yes, she was a bit talka- tive, but she has made her place in the world,” (laughing hollowly) “She is star reporter for the New York Sun. She certainly knows how to make ’em talk, and can she write an exciting tale. But, (moans the spirit slowly) “she’s going to get married.” (She looks to the other for sympathy.) Spirit of Sumner: “I am glad to hear that she is doing well, even if you can’t keep company with her any more. Then we have Helen Baker, the most gifted mu- sician among the Class of ’35. Spirit of 1935: “She is a great musician now, recognized by the world of music. I saw her playing in opera in Paris, when I was abroad.” Spirit of Sumner: “Do you remember Geraldine Behan?” Spirit of 1935: “Yes, and if you recall, she was the smartest in her class.” Spirit of Sumner: “Yes, I remember how she walked off with all the honors. Did she continue to work up in the world?” Spirit of 1935: “Certainly, she replaced Frances Perkins as Secretary of Labor. She was so successful with labor strikes with her powers of speech that she be- came invaluable to te government. Spirit of Sumner: “I always knew she would succeed. Oh, by the way, what became of that small athletic girl, “Killer” Caspersen?” Spirit of 1935: “She now plays the lead in Western Pictures in Hollywood. You, of course, heard that she became noted for her splendid work in the last Olym- pics, and as she was also a sharpshoot- er, she was signed up for Westerns. She certainly makes a grand heroine.” Spirit of Sumner: “That is grand, but what ever became of the class clown, Robert Colburn?” Spirit of 1935: “His is the most amusing of all to me. Imagine a bright boy like Robert Colburn making a touchdown for Yale when the college he is attend- ing was playing them. He forgot which was his goal so decided to follow the advice of the man who remar ked “Go west, young man, go west.” As a result he made a touchdown for the other side.” Spirit o Sumner: “Too bad. Next on my list is that tall girl, Jean Drummond. Where is she now?” Spirit of Sumner: “Oh, you mean the best typist of Sumner during, the year of 1935. She is the first lady Captain of the Sea. It must run in the family, for her husband, “Red”, also is on the sea, and her brother too.” Spirit of Sumner: “I had a feeling that is what she would do. Jean is the kind that always does well what she begins so I imagine the first lady Captain of the Sea is successful.” Spirit of 1935: “She is.” Spirit of Sumner: “By the way, what be- came of dignified Marie Danos?” Spirit of 1935: “She is now acting as hostess at the Ritz Carlton in New York. She looks very beautiful in her gorgeous gown designed by her couturiere. She is extremely happy and carries out her work in a very pleasing business-like way.” Spirit of Sumner: “Splendid. What be- came of that boy, George Eldredge, who never seemed to care for work?” Spirit of 1935: “Oh, he’s still playing practical jokes when he isn’t in mara- thons. I will never understand why he enters those when he hates work, but does like to dance, I hear.” Spirit of Sumner: “Marathons are very tiring, so I hear. But what became of those two inseparable boys, Jake Hunt- ington and George George? You re- member the boy who loved to debate and the one with the brown twinkling eyes?” THE ECHO li Spirit of 1935: “They are working? in a circus; Jake as a Marker, and George as the bearded lady.” (laughed the spirit) “You should see Jake! He makes a wonderful barker, and George is a perfect lady! They both have wives. George is married to Louise Moran, and Jake is married to Dot Hooke, a trapeze artist. Sometimes Jake joins her in his act and then it is twice worth seeing, with two of Sumner’s memorable class.” Spirit of Sumner: “Quite a coincidence, four students in the same place.” Spirit of 1935: “Well, you know Irene Forges and Gardner Mills were work- ing together for four years. Mills was President of the United States of Amer- ica, a successful one at that. He ought to be, considering how many years he was in office in high school.” Spirit of Sumner: “I remember his term of office, but what was Irene to do with it?” Spirit of 1935: “As you probably remem- ber, she always dreamed of being secre- tary to the President, and her dreams did come true for four years. She was his secretary until the Democrats took charge. Then after that she told for- tunes at the Gypsy Tea Room in Boston. She hopes to return to politics with Mills at the next election.” Spirit of Sumner: “It pleases me to hear how many of that class have attained their goal. One instance I know of is that of Patricia Lyons, the Grace Moore of Sumner. She now runs Scott’s ama- teur program which takes place in Hol- brook Town Hall. If you ever saw her you would be amazed at the change. ' Instead of being little and dark, she is now very tall and a decided blond.” Spirit of 1935: “Remarkable. She always had a lovely voice. Did you hear how Helen Moran, who has been doubling for Mae West in Hollywood, has already gained for herself a reputation of her own as the most famous Burlesque Queen of Hostory. Spirit of Sumner: “Well, she always was shy, but you never can tell how people will turn out. I hope she will always be successful.” Spirit of 1935: “Have you heard. Spirit of Sumner, that Marie Welch is living on Park Avenue and has fourteen ser- vants, not including her husband, who made his money on a new invention for cookipg hot-dogs without touching them.” Spirit of Sumner: “Who is the lucky man?” Spirit of 1935: “It is none other than the big shot, Donald Brewster. I saw their mansion. Marie always had high ideals.” Spirit of Sumner: “I’m glad for her. By the way, what became of that flirtatious red-head Geraldine Sullivan? Did shg marry ' that Pdwers boy?” - Spirit of 1935: “I am happy to say that Geraldine and Paul were happily mar- ried. Ihey had two little Pauls and only one Geraldine. They really have enough money for a model T Ford.” Spirit of Sumner: “That makes me think, what ever became of the heart-breaker, Howard Helms?” Spirit of 1935: “Haven’t you heard? He married Sally Rand, and broke the hearts of many, but after he divorced her, he went oon the stage and became as great a crooner as Rudy Vallee.” Spirit of Sumner :“Did you ever hear what became of Edith Waters?” Spirit of 1935: “No, where did she ever go?” Spirit of Sumner: “Well, while my skele- ton friends and I were traveling through France we stumbled through some art galleries. While we taking in the won- derful masterpieces of some artists, we were recognized by a young artist. All she could say was ‘Dame Drummond, you certainly have changed.’ She in the course of the conversation, agreed with me that the good die young and was impudent enough to ask me if the other spirits were the remaining five in the club we used to have while attending Sumner. As we bade her adieu she handed me a beautiful masterpiece of the ‘veiled lady.’ She said it was to re- mind us of some of the parties we used to have at club meetings.” Spirit of 1935: “Speaking of foreign places, I wonder how long it will take Marie Scolamiero and het foreign cor- respondent to fall in love. Now their only problem is: Should he leave his country to come to her, or should she give in and go to him? Oh, well, the only way I can see to work it is to com- promise and meet half way.” Spirit of Sumner: “I hear that Phyllis MacPherson finally decided to -s ettle down up in the clouds with her Hing- ham aviator. They are getting along tine, and Sid Jr. goes for parachute air- ings instead of baby carriage strolls. By the way, what becames of that ath- letic red-head, Arthur Horte, in the class?” Spirit of 1935: “He became a famous landscape gardener. He does wonders with the estates of the rich and wealthy.” Spirit of Sumner: “He looked like the sort of fellow who would get along in the world.” Spirit of 1935: “Another man who became famous because of his high ambitions and stick-to-it-tiveness is Clayton Hook- er, one of the class musicians.- He is doubling for one of Guy Lombardo’s sax players.” Spirit of Sumner : )‘‘Speaking of ' artistic talent and artiste; what ' became of Heleii Koski, who Mre such loyelj? ' . l ictiires?” 12 THE ECHO Spiii ' L of 1935: “She is also in Hollywood, is becoming’ quite famous for her cartoons of Hetty Boop. Se does this Horn her reflections in the mirror.” Spirit of Sumner: “Do you remember the brother and sister who graduated that year?” Spirit of 1935: “You mean the Lang’s. Kita and Albert? Albert became a very successful sheriff, and Rita is teaching French and Latin at Sumner while Miss Bartlett is vacationing at Miami. “ Spir.t of Sumner: “So they are still in Holbrook. Are there any others who have remained in Holbrook or Brook- ville? You know, I don’t get out much.” Sjiirit of 1935: “There is Lester Leonard, who after he graduated started a mod- ernistic truck farm specializing in big- ger and better vegetables. It has proved to be very successful, and he now has farms scattered throughout the East. It is rumored that he made his start from the return of a dime chain letter.” S])irit of Sumner: “That sounds as if he is doing well. But what became of Alma Mangott?” Spirit of 1935: “She is a trained nurse and aids all when they are in need of advice or care, and is extremely suc- cessful with all her patients.” Spirit of Sumner: “Have you seen any- thing of Bob McGaughey. Spirit of 1935: “Yes, he is now a famous racer. Just the other day he went over the finishing line with a bang, and he is now in Cole’s Sanatorium being treated for a broken back and fractured skull.” Spirit of Sumner: “That’s not such a happy ending even though he did win the race.” Spirit of 1935: “Oh, but this is only the second accident during his yeais ' f rac- ing, which is a wonderful reccrd. His old pal, Elmer Crandlemere, ps now re- covering from the attack of a panther which leaped from the brush while he was in Africa exploring.” Spirit of Sumner: “That is too bad, but one always meets the perils of jungle life when travelling in Africa and other un- civilized countries.” Spirit of 1935: “Elmer is used to such ac- cidents as he has lived for ten years in an African settlement. He is a well- known explorer and has captured many wild jungle beasts.” Spirit of Sumner: “Another one who went with McGaugh y and Crandlemere was Roy Smith. What became of him?” Spirit of 1935: “He just made a non-stop fight around the world. No one thought it could be done, but Junv certainly showed them it could. Although his trip was successful, he spent two months in a hospital on his return because of exhaustion and exposure.” Spirit of Sumner: “That’s wonderful. I hear that Ian Shipley has worked his way up in business and has become manager of all Woolworth’s 5 lO’s, and incidentally manager of Wool- worth’s daughter. Well, Ian, who would have thought it? He always was a hard working lad.” Spirit of 1935: “By the way, do you know whom I bumped into while hunting the other night?” Spirit of Sumner: “I can’t imagine. Possi- bly anyone.” Spirit of 1935: “Clifton Stetson, the woman hater of Sumner is now the pub- lisher of True Confession and Love Story Magazines. He has taken a great interest in subject matter that come in from stories of real life.” Spirit of Sumner: “Did you hear about Robert Welch going in for farming? He specializes in chickens. In order to give them plenty of water jie invented some way in which to distribute water through all parts of the yard by the use of his old Ford. Whether he pumps it from the back or f’ont is still a mystery to me.” Spirit of 1935: “Did you know that Fred- die Welsford went into the Senate and ae.� ted with Thayer for and against shorter school hours?” Spirit of Sumner: “No, who won out?” Spirit of 1935: “They compromised.” Spirit of Sumner: “Last, but n t least, we have Anthony Zarelli. Did Tony fol- low up his dancing? I remember how everyone envied his grace and rhythm.” Spirit of 1935: “Tony is now a famous adagio dancer. He co-stars with Carole Lombard in all the big musical produc- tions. He also does rumbas, tangos, and waltzes beautifully with various ac- tresses. George White is trying to get Zarelli to sign up, but as yet his efforts have been to no avail.” Spirit of Sumner: “It certainly has been a pleasure to listen and to inform each other with news of the Class of ’35. Thank you, fellow-spirit, and I hope we shall meet again sometime in the future years to hear more about the progress and success these students have at- tained. May the Class of 1935 con- tinue to carry out the work they have begun and all become geniuses.” Spirit of Sumner: “Farewell, Spirit of 1935.” Spirit of 1935: “Farewell, Spirit of Sum- ner.” (Ihe spirits rise, gather together their papers and books, and leave the stage by opposite doors.) THE END. Miss Richardson: “How many fingers have you?” W. Hamilton: “Ten.” Miss Richardson: “Well, if four were missing, what would you have then?” W. Hamilton: “No music lessons.” THE ECHO 13 THE CLASS WILL We, the members of the senior class of 1935 of the Sumner Hig ' h School, Town of Holbrook, County of Norfolk, State of Massachusetts, United States of America, Western Hemisphere of the Earth, being somewhat sound of mind and memory, and considering the uncertainties of this frail and transitory life do, therefore make, or- dain, publish, and declare this to be our last will and testament. First: to the entire school w.e leave our following virtues: Charity, that they may contribute to, as faithfully as we did, and support the Athletic Association; Honesty, that there may not be any cheating in class; Obedience, that all pupils may obey their teachers as promptly as we have; and finally. Love, that our successors may cherish the memories of our school and love with all their hearts their teachers, books, and classmates as well as we have loved ours. We seniors bequeath to the juniors the watching of the various clocks at Sumner. We know that if they are watched with half the care that was shown this year they will never be lost. We leave to the junior class the well known “niche” outside Miss Megley’s room. We hope they have as much use for it as we did. Bob Colburn leaves his position as cap- tain of the football team to Phil Burns. We hope he’ll be able to lead an equally good team to victory as Bob did. Tony Zarelli bequeaths his ability to trip the light fantastic to Robert Barrett that he may take Tony’s place next year in winning the prize waltz. Fred Welsford bequeaths his everlast- ing gift of gab to Jim Magee. (We won- der if he needs it.) Gardner Mills leaves his executive ability as Senior Class President to Roland Kearns. Helen Koski leaves her charming giggle to Ruth Martin. . Phylis MacPherson bequeaths her grace and daintiness to Marion Churchill. We leave Miss Megley’s quotations from Burns to the incoming Senior Class with the hope that their gum chewing will per- mit her frequent use of them. Carlotta “Killer” Casperson leaves her ability to protect the girls of the senior class to Ouida Holmes. To Mr. Neal, Hal Thayer bequeaths his ability as a detective so that he will not miss his help in solving the different crimes committed around the school. Rita Lang leaves her quiet unassuming ways to Vivion Kemp. Jake Huntington leaves his pep, vim, and vigor in the tackle position to Leo Randall so that Sumner won’t lack its old fight. Georgie George leaves his popularity as well as his personality to Paul Bowers. Toe Eldredge leaves the exciting stories of his escapades at Red Pier to whoever goes there. Bob Colburn bequeaths his world’s five- mile record as a goal for all juniors to aim at. See Colburn for all informatioji. Marie Danos bequeaths her record of being late or having the most tardy marks in the senior class to the Moquin sisters. Roy Smith leaves his reputation as “The rider of the plains” to Joe Smith. Pat Lyons bequeaths her insatiable in- terest in the staff of a certain radio sta- tion to Edith Flanagan. Deanie Sullivan leaves her sunny dispo- sition to Blanche Moquin. Honey Andrew leaves her way with the men to Frances Bisbee. Jake Huntington bequeaths his argu- mentative powers to Joe Behan. Dot Hooke bequeaths her reputation as heart breaker of the senior class to Louise Morton. Bob McGaughey leaves his ability to write such interesting essays to Aubrey Clark. We bequaeth the beautiful voice of Clayton Hooker to Teddy Jordling -o he will be on key at least once in a while. To Mr. Walsh the senior class wills a new slang expression “Hot Socks” instead of “Holy Cow.” To Mary Stonkus, Pat Lyons leaves her height so that Mary will not feel too con- spicuous when she dances with Junie. Dorothy Hooke bequeaths to the Moquin sisters her title as champion absentee. As Dorothy has kept the office girls busy writ- ing makeup slips, she hopes her successors will continue. We bequeath to the incoming seniors Miss Megley’s able assistance for their senior play. We hope it is as much of a success as ours if possible. me entire senior class leaves with ail the teachers the fond memories of the most illustrious class that ever graduated from Sumner in hopes that they will cher- ish them forever. We leave also all our books and desks to the incoming senior class. May they; feel proud to occupy them and use the same books that such a remarkable class as that of nineteen hun- dred and thirty five has used. In testimony whereof we have here unto set our hands this seventeenth day of June in the year of our Lord one thou- sand nine hundred and thirty five. Senior Class 1935. Signed, published, and declared by above named Senior Class of one thousand nine hundred and thirty five and for its last will and testament in the presence of us, and each of us, who, in their presence and at their request, and in the presence of each have here unto subscribed my name as witness: Geraldine Behan, of the Town of flolbiook and State of Mass. 14 THE ECHO SENIOR DRAMA CAST 1st row: E. Waters , M. Welch, Miss Megley, coach; G. Behan, C. Casperson. 2nd row: R. Smith, P. Lyons, G. Sullivan, P. MacPherson, F. Welsford. 3rd row: C. Stetson, R. Colburn, T. Zor- elli. On January IS, the seniors certainly showed their great and heretofore unsus- pected talent for acting by the excellent production of a three-act comedy “Anne Make-Believe ’ Ihe leading roles were taken by Robert Colburn as Sidney Blake, a jilted and dis- illusioned lover who goes away to a womanless mountain to forget, and Ger- aldine Sullivan as Anne, a woman who by hook or crook always get her man. The complementary roles were excellently por- trayed by Geraldine Behan as Miss Lin- wood, Sidney’s stiff-necked, old maid aunt; Phyllis MacPherson as Sue Lin- wood, Sidney’s niece and Fred Welsford as Walter Ferris, Sue’s unrequited lover. The family who looks after Sidney’s needs on the womanless mountain are Zeb Luther, Tony Zarelli; Larseeny Luther, Marie Welch; Rose Luther, Carlotta Cas- persen. Mrs. Lee, an acquaintance of Miss Linwood was played by Pat Lyons. The parts of Abe, taken by C. Stetson, and Luke, taken by Roy Smith, brought the most laughs. We wonder where they got that dialect. The opening scene, when the curtain parted, was very effective. Geraldine Be- han, Robert Colburn, Phyllis MacPherson, and Fred Welsford were down on their hands and knees, peering into nooks and crannies- looking for the missing wedding ring. Robert Colburn and Geraldine Sullivan made a very lovely team. Colburn did an excellent job in binding up Geraldine’s sprained ankle. Where, oh, where did he get the experience? Another couple that deserved a lot of praise were Tony Zarelli and Marie Welch. Their roles were hard to master, but they were very successful in their acting. Tony Zarelli developed a fierce passion for rec- ord-breaking ties. What a night-mare that choker was. Miss Megley who coached the play de- serves the highest of praises, for it was a howling success. CLASS ODE Farewell to dear Sumner, the school we love best. Farewell to our teachers, our friends, and the rest. We’ve memories that linger so steadfast and true, And we’ll cherish, dear Sumner, those mem- ories of you. Fate sometimes will part us from classmates so dear But we’ll never forget them, of that there’s no fear. These will be in the hearts forever alive Of each of the members of class thirty-five. Our school life together has fast passed away, On Sepaiate paths we at last must stray. But we’ll ‘‘Strive to Succeed” as we go through life. Doing our bit in this world of strife. We want you to know at this last adieu That we’ll always to Sumner be faithful and true. .So- farewell dear Sumner, the school we love best. Farewell to our teachers, our friends and the rest. Winifred Andrew. THE ECHO 15 rj JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President — Roland Kearns Vice-President — Frances Bisbee Secretary — Ruth Martin Treasurer — Joseph Behan JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY “Hip, Hooray, we’re the Juniors of Sumner”, — and we’re very good Juniors too. We walked into Sumner as Freshmen in the Fall of ’32, a lively class full of pep, vim, and vigor. We led a rather unevent- ful life in our Freshman year excepting when orchestra was called ; then most of the Junior college class walked out, which only goes to show we’re musical and that is an asset. In our sophomore year we lost Jimmy Albertassi, but he intends to come back and graduate with us. In his place came “Sir Lancelot” or rather Irving Barrows, a lover of sports and . Under the guidance of Miss Bartlett we put on the Sophomore Frolic which was a success even if we do say so ourselves. Also where athletics are concerned we Juniors walked away with all the prizes except two at the gym exhibition. Now we’re Juniors and still going strong. This year another member was added to our class by name Herbert Clark. We’re making a good showing in athletics this year too. You should see our proud Junior boys strolling around in new sweaters with white S’s on ’em. We’ve had quite a few class meetings this year, and we finally selected our ring and also our class colors, cerise and white. We have had in the past three years these presidents: Roland Kearns, Carl Casper- sen, and now Roland Kearns again; for vice-president, Ruth Martin, Ada Clooney, and Frances Bisbee: for secretary, Fran- ces Bisbee, Ruth Martin, and Ruth Mar- tin again; and now last, but not least, I mention the treasurers: Carl Caspersen, Adam Kmaras, and Joseph Behan. This year has been quite active. Seven girls in Basketball, the largest number from any class. The boys didn’t show so much in Basketball as there were only four with one letter man. Of course in Football there were six and two of them were letter men. Several of the Juniors are in the French Club, and quite a few are in the Glee Club. What would the orchestra do if the Juniors weren’t in it? Why, there’d be hardly anyone there. The Junior Prom was the big event of the year. We close the year by decorating for the Seniors at their graduation and recep- tion. Needless to say the Seniors will be delighted because it will be attractively done. Our last bit as Juniors will be to escort the Seniors at their graduation, thinking at that time that in another year WE will be the ones escorted. R. Keirstead: “Do you think there is a chance of my getting this poem in your mafrazine?” G. Mills: “There may be. I’m not going to live always.” 16 THE ECHO JUNIOR CLASS ROLL Allen, Barbara Katherine Apt, Philip Stewart Baker, Irene Mabel Baker, Frank Barrett Barrows, Irvine: Malcolm Behan, Joseph Bernard Bisbee, Frances Elaine Brett, Lester Leonard Brooks, Charlotte Caspersen, Carl Casper Caspersen, Harold Caswell, Norma Louise Churchill, Marion Bradford Clark, Aubrey Elmer Clark, Herbert Joseph Clooney Ada Elizabeth Coe, Alfred Ed ar Jr. Collins, Geraldine p]lizabeth Dickerman, Arlene Marion Eno, June Kedra Flanag-an, Edith Matilda Fowler, Evelyn Franz, Norman Frederick George, Irene Holmes, Ouida Lisle Holmes, Wallace Harvey Seaverance, ] Iveson, Mabel Frances Jordling, Theodore Edward Kearns, Roland Gerard Kemp, Vivian Violet Kierstead, Ruth Elizabeth Macomber, Russell Elsworth Magee, James Thomas Martin, Ruth Laui-anice Moquin, Alma Alice Moquin, Blanche Nathalie Morton, Louise Carol Pagels, Ruth Lillian Pierson, Norma Eunice Powers, Edward Francis Powers, John Paul Pudsey, Hugh Seth Randall, George Leo Seaburg, Leonard Oscar Spieler, George Frederic Stanley, Charlotte Janette Stonkus, Mary Eva Seaverns, Esther Augusta Smith, Joseph Andrew’ Ward, Helen Elizabeth Welch, John Francis Wallace, Daniel Holmes Rachel JUNIOR PROM The Junior Prom was long and eagerly looked forw’ard to. At class meetings even the subject of rings was put second while Prom committees for this and that were chosen. Friday evening. May 10, at 8 o’clock, was the date and time set. The committee to decorate had for its chairman, Edith Flanagan; she was as- sisted by Mabel Iveson, Ada Clooney, Ruth Martin, Mary Stonkus, Vivian Kemp, Frances Bisbee, Irene George, Harold Cas- person, and John Welch. They worked under the supervision of Miss Elliot, the art director. The hall was quaintly dec- orated wdth strings of odd shaped designs, all gilded with glitter. Strings of these intermingled w ' ith crepe paper streamers of soft colors w ere suspended from the lights. The effect w’as further carried out by hanging streamers of cerise and white, the class colors, on the walls and on the hack of the stage, W’here also, the year 1936 was displayed in large golden num- bers. Leo Randall, who w as chairman of the orchestra committee, was assisted by Ouida Holmes and Teddy Jordling; they secured Herm Prada’s six-piece orchestra for the evening. As this was the first time this orchestra had played at Sumner, the Juniors listened a little apprehensively at first, but as the playing started, they knew their worries had been needless, for the music was excellent, and all enjoyed it. The checking was in charge of Joseph Smith so we knew our wraps were quite safe. The door was capably managed by Marion Churchill and Miss Damon, our class advisor. We were unobtrusively chaperoned by Miss Knutson, Miss Da- mon, and Mr. Hodge. Also glimpsed among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Neal, Mr. and Mrs. Caswell, Miss Richardson, Mr. Baker, and Mr. Chnstiansen, all seem- ingly enjoying themselves watching the young people. Even some of the eachers could not resist the line of the music and were seen dancing as well as Juniors. The affair was semi-formal, the girls in dainty vari-colored evening gowns and tAA’inkling sandals forming a rainbow’ of colors backed by the darker suits of their escorts. The coming styles of summer might easily have been predicted by an observer, for all were dressed in their newest and best and displayed the latest fashions in dance wear. During the intermission ices were served by Mabel Iveson and Alfred Coe, and all seemed to enjoy this rest. At twelve, wearily but happily the dance ended, and the gay frocks were covered with cloaks while their owners dodged through the heavy downpour to waiting cars. THE ECHO 17 The Prom was pronounced a decided success both socially and financially, so- cially because all had a delightful time and had made many new friends, and fi- nancially because a profit of $17.00 was made. The present Juniors now wish all future Junior Classes many happy repetitions of the success of their own Proms. THE JUNIORS’ FAREWELL Another year has come and gone. And one more class has passed us on. We Juniors are surely hard to beat. Next year we too shall make our retreat. Three years have gone, fieeting and fast; Yet schoolday memories wdll ever last Who can forget the times we’ve had That alw’ays left us feeling glad? Yes, just a year, and then we go Away from days of schooltime joy. We then shall wish these days were near As some now wish they were not here. We’re Juniors now but not for long. Next year brings forth a different song. Then we shall think of joy that’s past And sorrow ' that it could not last. We recall so well, our Sophomore play, Also our Freshman gymnastic day. But best of all was our Junior Prom Which only means dance by another “nom”. It’s time, dear Juniors, to say farewell. Our year is gone, and all is well. To higher dignities we wend our way So, goodbye. Juniors ’til another day. E. N. Flanagan ’36. Postman: “This letter won’t go for two cents; it is too heavy. You’ll hav e to put another stamp on it.” R. Baker: “Another stamp would make it heavier.” Miss Damon: “Really, Pudsey, your handwriting is terrible. You must learn to write better.” S. Pudsey: “Well, if I did, you’d be finding fault with my spelling.” Bob C.: “I tell you it was that long. Why, I never saw such a fi.sh.” Bob M.: “I believe you.” THE ORCHESTRA The orchestra this year, composed of fifteen members, has done exceedingly w ' ell under the capable leadership of Miss Murphy. Helen Baker at the piano makes an excellent accompanist. The three violinists are Esther Seaverns, Alma Mo- quin, and Ian Shipley. The saxaphone player is Clayton Hooker. Theodore Jord- ling and Charles Williams are the trom- bone players, and the five trumpeters are hrank Baker, Willard Hamilton, Leo Randall, William Sands, and Leonard Sea- berg. ' ihe drummer is Carl Casperson, ana the Ilutist is Norma Caswell. There is one baritone horn player, George Gagnon. This year because of graduation w ' e lose one violin, the saxaphone player, and the pianist. During the very first of our school year the orchestra played at the Brockton P’air every day. The orchestra members all had a fine time at the Fair as, of course, no one could help but have. This w ' as help- ful financially to the organization. Since then music has been furnished for the Sophomore Play, Hallow’een night. Senior Drama, Methodist Entertainment, Boy Scout Play, Memorial Day exercises. Episcopal Church, Ladies’ Auxiliary in Avon, at an installation; and all school assemblies. At the Episcopal Church we were rewarded by an abundance of de- licious ice cream. In Api-il Miss Murphy had a concert at which both the Junior High and Senior High Orchestras played and the Glee Clubs sang. Ihis was thoroughly enjoyed by all and shows what the value of a school orchestra is. There has recently been added another instrument to our orchestra. This is the xylophone played by Norma Caswell. The orchestra is getting ready for the graduations. Music will be played for the Brookville Junior High, Sumner Junior High, and Sumner Senior High gradua- tions. This means marches and overtures which to both our leader and to us means a great deal of hard practice. Altogether it has been a most interest- ing and successful year. Esther Seaverns ’36. Ques. :: You can’t make an auto go vvdthout it. No auto will run without. Yet it is of absolutely no use. What is its?” Ans. : “Noise.” Ques.: “What is the difference betw ' een a photograph and a family sick with mumps?” Ans. : “One is a facsimile — the other is a sick family.” 18 THE ECHO SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President — George Mullin Vice-President — Barbara Sears Secretary — Rose Moran Treasurer — William Sands SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY This class composed of about fifty mem- bers took its place among Sumner’s stu- dent body in the Fall of 1933. Like most Freshmen they were very g reen and pulled many “boners.” However, it did not take them long to learn, and the following De- cember they met to elect officers. Paul Wiggins, a not-so-green, was elected presi- dent; Mary Smith, vice-president; Rose Moran, secretary; Daniel Daly, treasurer. Although Daly was no Hercules, he man- anged to protect the class funds in a very able manner. For the first time in many years the Freshmen were allowed to have an enter- tainment. Perhaps it was their winsome ways that persuaded Mr. Neal. These children had a difficult time deciding just what form of entertainment they would have, as they had already heard that dances were taboo. Ideas were dragged from the head of every Freshman, and one, who was apparently brighter than the rest, suggested a Frolic. High pressure advertising was put into use, and before long the Freshman Frolic came to pass. It was a huge success, and the upper class- men had to at least give them credit for something different which made them feel pretty good. As a whole the class was very well be- haved, although Woodman proved to be somewhat of a cut-up. In Mav was added a member, George Jones, who was destined to be one of Sumner’s star football plavers, and then vacation. The Freshman Class has sud- denly vanished, and in their stead we have a bunch of fresh Sophomores. Boys came back from vacation wearing long pants, and girls minus ribbons and ankle socks. They were now bona-fide and experienced high school students — and did they feel big. This Fall an earlier meeting was held to change officers. George Mullins took Wiggins’s place as president, Barbara Sears succeeded Mary Smith as vice-presi- dent, Rose Moran held her office of sec- retary, and the class funds were turned over to William Sands. For the class play the Sophomores se- lected a comedy entitled “Sally Lunn.” It was coached biy Miss Bartlett and proved a huge success. Will we ever forget the “Barber-shop Quartet ? ” Two more members entered in the middle of the year. Both were girls, Ethel Anderson and Elinor Wilson. Ethel has gone again, and it is rumored that Elinor is planning to. The good points of this class far out- number its faults, and I am sure that the class of ’37 will be one of which Sumner will be rightfully proud. Winifred Andrew’35. Hotel Proprietor: “Do you want the porter to call you?” Luke W : “No, thanks, I awaken every morning at seven.” H. Proprietor: “Then would you mind calling the porter ? ” THE ECHO 19 SOPHOMORE PLAY CAST 1st row: N. Brown, L. McKinnon, Miss Bartlett, coach: 2nd row: G. Jones, M. Smith, N. Poole, B. McMurry H. Murdock. CLASS ROLL William Acorn Emile Arsenault Norma Brown Louise Carter Roland Carter George Cartulo Ingrid Casperson Edward Colburn Dorothy Crosby Daniel Daly Laurence Davison Arnold Eager Marion Ferbert Pearl Fowler Garabedian Rose Garabedian Anna George Arthur Goodnow Willard Hamilton Stanley Helms Fred Higgins James Hooke George Jones Richard Kelly Richard Kunan Leo McKinnon Elizabeth McMurray Roy Michaels Charlotte Miles Leona Mitchel Robert Mitchel Arthur Moran George Mullin Hilton Murdock Mary O’Connor Norma Poole Fay Postle William Sands Barbara Sears Mary Smith Priscilla Stanley Herbert Tucker Rita Walsh Allan Watkins Raymond Weatherby Paul Wiggins Gordon Williamson Elinor Wilson THE SOPHOMORE AUTOMOBILE The sparkplugs (model T) — Pearl Fow- ler, Rose Garabedian, Bussy Williamson, Roy Michaels. ' i. he battery — Arthur Moran. The radio — Anna George. The heater — Louise Carter. The flat tire — Paul Wiggins. The body — Roland Carter. The buck seat driver— Herb Tucker. The springs — Bob Mitchell, Stan Helms, Ingrid Casperson, George Cartullo. The wheels — Allan Watkins, Marion Ferbert, Eddie Colburn, Russel Salter. The windshield wiper — George Mullins. The cushions — Arnold Eager, Arthur Goodnow. The running board — Elinor Wilson, Lizzie Postle, The gas tank — Willard Hamilton. The choke — Mary Smith. The crank — Most of us. The headlighs — Betty McMurray, Rita Walsh. The numberplates — Mai-y O’Connor, Norma Poole, The horn, — Daniel Daly. The radiator — Charlotte Miles. The hood — Dick Kelly. The engine — All of us. The gasoline — Hilton Murdock. The accelerator — George Jones. The foot brake — Norma Brown. The clutch — Leona Mitchell. The emergency brake — Richard Kun- nan. The steering gear — Bill Acorn. The drivers — Leo McKinnon, Barbara Sears. The muffler — Dorothy Crosby. The speedometer — Ray Weatherby. THE ECHO 20 FRESHMEN CLASS OFFICERS President — Robert Potts Vice-President — William Woods Secretary — Charles Caspersen Treasurer — Ruth Clooney THE FRESHMAN CLASS HISTORY Classes may come, and classes may go, but Sumner will go on forever. Can you remember as far back as Septem- ber of the year 1934? Well, an important event occurred on the sixth of that month. The present Fre.shman Class came into ex- istence, with Miss Richardson, Miss Ma- guire, and Mr. Hodge as home room teachers. It was really an unusual class, too, according to one of their teachers. Not only unusual — it was unique! Said teacher declared that the majority of the little “greenies were very well behaved; they went right to work and have been working from the first. There are always exceptions to every rule, though. You see, some of them were not the angels thev should have been. Our Freshmen have had two class meet- ings, and their class officers have been elected. Several of them have become interested in various sports, clubs, and other activi- ties. There are a few in the Orchestra, the Glee Clubs, and more than a few in the Photography Club. The Science Club is strictly exclusive to the Freshmen, too. Some took different characters in the play, “Jerry Sees a Gorilla.” Even Dan Cupid has pierced the hearts of several, with his little bow and arrow. In fact, occasionally it has happened that two Freshmen have fallen for the same upper-classman ! The great majority of our friends have nicknames, such as “Smooky”, “Squeak”, “Shrimp”, and the rest. We understand that a little teamwork, as far as homework is concerned, some- times is a great help to a certain clique. Now that the Freshmen have been nuite fully and quite well initiated into Hio ' h School, they begin to wonder how manv of them will keep on doing good work for the next three years. — That’s right. Freshmen, there are three more big years of High School ahead! Ruth Kierstead ’3f5- FRE3HMAN ROLL Albonetty, Joseph Victor Andrew, Robert Alexander Andrews, Frances Ruth Baker, Roger Elvin Benvie, Purvis Hayes Bestoso, Edmund Joseph Bettencourt, Francis Alden Buckley, Hazel Catherine Bryar, Winona Isabella Burns, Philip Everett Callahan, Margaret Theresa Cann, Russell Warren Caspersen, Charles Louis Chase, Marilyn Alberta Clooney, Ruth Elise Coe, Florenr e Ernsley Coe, Jane Elizabeth Cole, Robert Warren THE ECHO 21 Day, Edith Ferguson Eldridge, Harold Martin Flanagan, Allan Albert Ford, Alfred Webster Franklin, Alice Edith (Jagnon, George Edmund Galvin, Helen Frances Hanney, Evelyn Barbara Harty, Mildred Margaret Higgins, James John Jervey, Charles Steven Johnson, Marian Edna Kenstowicz, Lucy Anne Kitts, Ruth Evelyn Koepell, Susie Evelyn Lenard, Louis Frederick Lyons, Frances Marie Long, Irvin MacQuarrie, Donald Richard Mahoney, James William Minkowski, Anne Marie Morse, Martha Mossesso, Viola Edith Mullins, Robert Francis O’Connor, Elinor Elizabeth Potts, Robert Arthur Scholfield, Dorothy Larella Scolomerio, Luigi Siminovich, Veronica Barbara Smith, Edward Lawrence Strand, Mildred Angeline Thebearge, Wilfred Thomas, Elinor Constance Vascovitch, Nellie Constance Ward, Dorothy Elinor Wass, Merle Stevens Wheeler, William Thayer Wiggins, Chester Thompson Williams, Charles Monroe Williamson, Esther -Luraine Wood, William Batchelder Woodman, Rena May Woodman, Roy Joseph Woods, Elinor Arlene THE LEAGUE The Southeastern Massachusetts League of School Publications is made up of twenty schools in Southeastern Massachu- setts. The officers of the league for the year 1934-1935 are Arthur Ullrnan, presi- dent; Gardner Mills, vice-president; Henry Burow, treasurer; Miss Martha Enos, re- cording secretary. The officers of the ex- ecutive board are Hov ard Leahy, chair- man; Prescott Brown, chairman emeritus; Miss Miriam May, secretary; and Miss Kathryn Megley, secretary emeritus. This league furnishes a great many enjoyable occasions to all boys and girls who belong. The delegates from the schools are brought together, become acquainted, and a ' n a great deal from social as w’ ell as literary contacts. The league meets four times a year at the various schools. Everyone lov ' ks for- wr ’d to these meetings wheii each can le rn from his fellow delegate how his school paper is published and what diffi- euri ' ' s he meets. Excellent speakers are heard at all these m.eetings, and both the dinner and dances are great attractions. The meetings this year were held at Wey- mouth, Rockland, Kingston, and Holbrook. The first meeting in October at Wey- mouth started the season oif with a bang. The Rockland meeting in January is one we’ll never forget. What a snow storm! The Sumner delegates arrived home that night w’hich is more than many students can say. But in spite of the storm this meeting was most enjoyable, and we all voted it a great exciting adventure. In direct contrast to the January meeting was the one in Kingston. It took place on a very w arm March day. Thi.3 one proved just as interesting as the uthers had. Now it was our turn to entertain the school delegates, and we resolved to make this meeting the best ever to end the season as well as it had been started. On May 15 the students arrived, and reg- istration was held from 3:15 to 3:45. Then the delegates were welcomed by our prin- cipal, Mr. Garland Neal, as well as by the superintendent, Mr. A. O. Christiansen. Albert Ullrnan, president of the league, took charge, and Mr. Howard Leahy, chairman, gave directions concerning the departmental meetings which follow ed. These departmental meetings from 4:00 to 5:00 were as follows: advisory board, Mr. Leahy,; editors-in-chief, Gardner Mills; business managers, Robert Colburn ; sports, Paul Wiggins; literary editors, Geraldine Behan; and exchange editors, Esther Seaverns. We then returned to the audi- torium for a business meeting from 5:00 to 5:45. Mr. Francis “Tip” O’Neil, police reporter of the Boston American, spoke to the students. His address certainly left a firm impression on those who heard him, and his invitation to the delegates to at- tend his broadcast each Saturday evening over WAAB was well received. Then came the big event. We all went up to the Congregational Church vestry to eat. And what a dinner! Oh, well, leave it to Sum- ner to furnish good eats. The dinner was over at 7 :00. After returning from dinner we were entertained by Ouida Holmes, Phyllis MaePherson. and Patricia Lyons. A one- act play, “His Just Desserts” concluded the entertainment. Dancing was then en- joyed from 8:00 to 10:00 with music bv a local orchestra. We all felt satisfied that this meeting was a great success. Thus, it is easily seen what a great beniit it is to belong to the Southeastern Massa- chusetts League. Our papers not only are helped, but the enjoyment the students receive makes the school paper work much more interesting. Geraldine Behan ’35. 22 THE ECHO H. Helms: “What are the prices of the seats, mister? ' ’ Ticket Seller: “Front seats a quarter, back seats a dime, and programs a penny. H. Helms: “I’ll sit on a program, please.’’ He: “She is certainly polished.’’ She: “Yes, everything she says casts a reflection on somebody. When youth calls to youth — it means nickels for the telephone company. Antique dealer: “Here I nave a very rare old revolver. It dates from the time of the Romans.’’ Roy Smith: (Physics exam) “Did you pass your exam? Fred W.: “Well, it was like this- you see— I Roy: “Shake! Neither did I. Ian: “Boy, boy! Call me a taxi! Fred W.: “O. K. You’re a taxi.” This clock we won runs fine — it does an hour in forty-five minutes. George: “What caused the explosion at your house? Hinckle: “Powder on my coat slee es, Elmer C.: “How did you happen to break your leg? Roy Smith: “I threw v. cigarette d )wn the hatch and then stepped on it. “My brother and I are so much alilie our own mother can not tell us apart, said the prize story teller. “In school my brother would throw spit-balls, and the teacher w’ould whip me.. Of course, she didn’t know any better, but I did. One time my bj-other got into a fight, and the judge fined me $500. Of course, he didn’t know’ any lietter, but I did. However, I got even with m.y brother. I died last Monday, and they buried him. C. Hooker: “I dropped my watch in the Ohio, and it’s been running ever since.’’ A. Horte: “What! The same watch? C. Hooker: “No, the Ohio. P. Burns: “I see by the papers that the chain stores are selling more than ever before.’ R. Carter: “I don’t see why folks want to buy so many chains. Do you? Country boy: “That’s a Jersey cow over there. City boy: “Say; You’ve got good eye- sight to be able to see her license ])late at that distance. L. McKinon: “Why, sir, the Romans didn’t use revolvers. Dealer: “Yes, that explains why it’s so rare. J A man bought a Louis XIV bed, but finding it too small for him, sent it back and asked for a Louis XVI one. Mrs. Jervey: “All right, Charlie, let’s go to the next cage. C. Jervey (going to next cage saw a leopard) : “Mom, is that the dotted lion that everbody wants dad to sign on? Mr. Neal: “What is the difference be- tween man who bets and one who doesn’t? C. Stetson: “The second is no better than the first. P. Apt (to jeweler) : “Will you take back this engagement ring? Jeweler: “Doesn’t it suit? P. Apt: “Yes— but I don’t. Mr.. Hodge: “What made the Tower of Pisa lean? A. Clark: “There was a faminine in the land.” R. Barrett: “Pardon me, does this train strn pt Strawberry Street? F. Baker: “Yes, watch me and get off two stations before I do. HONOR ROLL Sumner High is a Class A high school. This means that because the boys and girls who have carried a B or an A grade through their high school course and were thereby certified to enter colleges without an examinauon and because they have not failed in the colleges to which they were admitted, the state has given this school its A rating. The colleges on this certificate list are as follows: Amherst, Bates, Bowdoin, Clark, Colby, Massachusetts State, Middle- bury. Tufts, Williams, New England, State Teachers, Boston University, Brown Uni- versity, and Wesleyan University. Also Dartmouth, Harvard, Holy Cross, and Worcester Polytechnical Institute have all accepted on certificate when they were asked to do so. In fact, certificates were granted whenever application has been made. Sumner has sent its boys and girls to Harvard, Radclitf, Brown, Dartmouth, Boston University, Amherst, State College, Worcester Polytechnical Institute, and Bridgewater Teachers’ College. It is these students who keep the class A rating for Sumner. If they fail, Sum- ner fails; hence it is absolutely certain that B and A grades represent hard and steady work. Those who have stayed on the Honor Roll for the year 1934-1935 are as fol- lows: Freshmen, Robert Potts, Frances Lyons, and Esther Williamson; Sopho- mores, Richard Kunan; Juniors, Norma Caswell, Marion Churchill, Ada Clooney, Mabel Iveson, Roland Kearns, Ruth Mar- tin, Norma Pierson, Esther Seaverns, Miriam Severance, and Charlotte Stanley; McGaughey, and Gardner Mills. It is Sumner’s hope that the good work and Seniors, Geraldine Behan, Robert being done in college by its certified pupils will continue to go on, and that for years to come it will be graded as it now is. Class A. COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT In order to receive an “A” rating from the Commercial Course of the school, a graduate must transcribe, with a mark of at least 90 , one of the Standard Gregg Shorthand Tests dictated at 100 words per minute for a period of five minutes, in other words, a letter containing 500 words. Not onlv the shorthand and tvning musst be correct, but also the English, punctua- tion, and spelling. For an “A” ratino- in tvpwritiner the graduate must ' be able to type at least 40 words per minute for fifteen minutes with no more than five errors. in bookkeeping the pupil must satisfac- torily complete a two years’ course which gives him a thorough understanding of the general principles necessary to enable him to adapt himself to the type of work en- countered in a business office. He must complete two sets of books which teach him to record routine transactions, handle business papers, make financial statements and reports for a single-proprietory busi- ness and a partnership. Any graduate of the Commercial De- partment who has entered office work has always done completely satisfactory work judging from the reports of employers, the manner in which the employee has been advanced, and the length of time some of the graduates have worked in the same office. At that time when one of the leading typewriting companies gave employment tests at the various schools using its ma- chines, some of the pupils of Surnner High School were chosen for positions because of the high rating received on the exam- ination. SCHOLARSHIPS Sumner High is very fortunate in being able to offer three one-hundred dollar scholarships to as many members of the graduating class. In 1925 a class who evidently had the future of someone in view gave at gradu- ation a scholarship of one-hundred dollars to be given to a worthy member of the in- coming Freshman class at his graduation. Since then each graduating class has done this same thing. In 1926 The Friendship Club, a social organization in the town, gave a scholar- ship of one-hundred dollars to a member of the graduating class. Each year since then a similar scholarship has been given. This money must be earned bty the Club so that various methods are used, but in June the scholarship has always been ready. The latest scholarship to be given is that of the Alumni Association. This asso- ciation reorganized in 1935, and almost their first venture was the raising of a one-hundred dollar scholarship for some member of the 1935 graduating class. To all three: the previous classes, the Friendshin Club, and the Alumni Associa- tion. much thanks and gratitude is given, for in many cases had it not been for this money, the start into college life could not have been made. These groups have carried many to their coveted goal. 24 THE ECHO FOOTBALL 1st row: A. Horte. J. Welch, V. Alhonetti. R. Colburn, captain; I Barrows H. Thayer, J. [Magree, G. Mills, managrer. 2nd row: ' Sir. WaNh ’coaclv t’ Zarelh, G. George, G. Huntington, K. McGaughey, R. Kunan, G.’ Jones’ h’ Helms. 3rd row: J. Behan. E. Powers, R. Smith, P. Burns, P. Powers, E. Crandlemere, W. Sands. This team, a light team, was very fa.st and played a wonderful offensive game. It played seven games winning four, tie- ing two, and losing one. Captain Robert Colbuin was the out- standing back on the team. He scored a great many of the touchdowns and had great running ability. Captain-elect Philip Burns credited especially for his fine passes. Tony Zarelli was a wonderful de- fensive back. Arthur Horte was batter- ing ram for the grid team, and what a battering ram. Roy Smith was another of the light backs which made up a light team. Smitty proved that he could lead the team as well as he could run and tackle. George Eldredge at right end aided the team considerably in his ability to run down the punts and spill the re- ceiver before he could get started. Irving Barrows at left end likewise showed that he was worthy to hold the first-string po- sition by running down punts, smearing the carrier, and receiving passes. Ed- ward Huntington was the outstanding- player in the line. No opposing ball car- riei broke through his side of the line, and when Jake tackled, they went down hard. He seemed to combine his weight and power. Richard Kunan showed he could block and tackle effectively. Crandle- mere, Jones, Carter, and Magee were powerful in both opening up huge holes in their own line or ripping huge holes in the center of the opposing- line. George George, the roving- center, backed up the weak spots in the Inie or played where the ball was likely to be carried on the defensive. The substitutes consisted of P. Powers, E. Powers, McGaughey, Sands, Albonetti, flelms, Behan, Thayer, Wallace, and Speller who did not see very much service this yeai-, but some will probably I ' e regulars next year. The team was ably managed by Gard- ner Mills while the good developmnet of the team is due to the hard work of Coach J. Walsh and Assistant Coach J. Budd who gave unsparingly of their time. Ih.s first football team of Sumner was a great suicess, and we feel the labor put into the team was certainly worth the re- ward received. STUDENT’S ASSOCIATION The Student’s Association, now in its third year, is an organization made up of members of the school who pay ten cents each week for a period of thirty weeks. This helps out the financial situ- ation for many a boy or girl, for when there is a basketball game and a dance or drama the same week, it is rather ex- pensive, but, by belonging to the associa- tion and having your dues paid up to that week, the price for both is simply your ten-cents association dues. This year members have received the following: class dues — 80 cents; 14 basket ball games at 25 cents each — $3.50; Senior dance — 35 cents; Junior Prom — 35 cents; June issue of the Echo — 35 cents, and 4 assemblies 10 cents each — 40 cents. All this amounted to S6.10, and was obtained for only three dollars in thirty weekly payments. Class Officers and all Team members are required to join. All hope that this organization may continue so that the incoming and present students may benefit as we have. THE ECHO GIRT.S’ BASKETBALL 1st row: M. Iveson, E. Seavenis. 2nd row: M. Stonkus, G. Beban, captain, A. Clooney, 3rd row: Miss Richardson, Cf ach; Churchill, I. George, R. Clooney r 4th row: G. Collins, C. Caspersen, A. Holmes, E. Williamson. Basketball, one of our liveliest games, has only since 1930 become a game for the girls of Sumner High. Since I have been in Sumner High the girls’ basket- ball team has been very good. However, owing to graduation last June some of the very best players left, thus handicap- ping this year’s team, as Miss Richardson had to break in new members, a difficult task. This year quite a f ew of them went in for this exhilarating game but sad to say only a couple stuck. The team of 1935 is made up of the following: two Seniors, Geraldine Behan, captain and guard; Carlotta Casperson, guard; seven Juniors, Mary Stonkus, for- ward; Ada Clooney, guard; Marion Chur- chill, forward; Ouida Holmes, forward; Irene George, guard; Mabel Iveson, for- ward; Esther Seaverns, forward; one Sophomore, Louise Carter, guard; last but not least, two Freshmann, Ruth Clooney, forward; Esther Williamson, forward. The costumes of these athletes are blue rompers, blue socks, and white sneakers, and let me tell you, they look very nice in them darting like so many bluebirds on the gym floor as they toss and run to catch the ball. The team played their outside games at Sharon, Stoughton, St. Paul’s, W. Bridge- water, Hanover, Foxboro, Norwell, and Randolph. The rest of the games were played a t home where they won most. Of course the games won by Sumner when playing against Stetson High were crowed over by us. Inter-class games were played under the names of birds such as Robins, Eagles, Owls, Jays, and Hawks. If one team didn’t show up, it forfeited the game to its opponent; a very square arrange- ment. This arrangement kept the girls from losing interest as one hated to forfeit anything, and it also kept the players in practice for the big games. Basketball is a great game, one of the best, and even though I don’t play, I hard- ty miss a game and go home hoarse from yelling. I advise anyone who goes out for athletics to go in for basketball as it is an asset not only physically but mentally, for one has to be a quick thinker to play this game of basketball. Although sixt een games were played, it wa ' ? a fifty-fifty proposition. Eight were lost and eight won. It wasn’ t so bad, and it wasn’t so good; rather a mediocre seoson. Transportation was always a question but was solved by the use of biases some- times and private cars at others. Miss Richardson of the faculty is the Coach, and she works untiringly with the girls. To her is due much of the success of the team. 26 THE ECHO COMMERCIAI. CLl’B 1st row: AV. Aiun-ew, G. Sullivan, P. Eyons, D. Hooke, H. Baker. Airs. Abbott, adviser: T. Zarelli, R. Alartin, H. Aloran, L. Aloran, I. Forges, P. AlacPherson. 2nd row: H. Caspersen, J. Eno, A. Dickerinan, A. Clooney, AI. Chui-chill, B. Allen, H. Baker, Al. AVelch, E. Waters, Al. Scolamiero, I... Seaburg. ord row: R. Alacoinber, J. I ' ‘rummond, I. George, H. Ward, C. Stanley. Al. Seaverence, R. Pagals, X. Pierson, Al. Iveson, O. Holmes, E. Powers, J. Welch. 4th row: P. Powers. R. Welch, H. I ' hayer, L. Eetmard, E. Huntington, A. Horte, C. Hooker, H. Helms, G. George. “The Commercial Club” is a stiff, for- mal name for a club that repudiates all stiffness and formality. This club was founded by Mrs. Abbott, teacher of type- writing and stenography, in 1927, because so many of the Commercial students seemed to take no active part in any of the other clubs in the school at that time. At the beginning there were not more than twenty members, but now there are forty-six. The club consists of Juniors and Seniors taking the Commercial Course and who maintain a very high standing in conduct and cooperation in all classes. Until this year there were no restrictions for those pupils who were going to benefit by mem- bership in this great organization. The change came, however. It was announced that all those who did not receive an A or B as a mark in conduct and cooperation would not be allowed membership in the club. Later in the year it was amended so that all those who had bOit one poor mark in conduct and cooperation given to the mby one teacher, were allowed to come back into the club. This restriction did a great deal to raise the morale of the students. Only eight members have been lost on this account. The club members do not have to pay any dues, so it is possible for everyone to belong. It is purely a social organization although its name does not imply this. When first established, the club’s activi- ties consisted merelv of parties on St. Valentine’s day. Christmas., and Hallow- ’een. Now, the activities consist of an outing in the fall, a minstrel show, held at assembly, during the winter, and an outing in the spring. On a clear crisp October day one might chance to s e a large group of students starting off in numerous cars toward Randolph. This is the Commercial Club, and if you followed them, you would end up in the Blue Hills. Here this hapi)y group climb to the top of Great Dome and proceed to toast frankfurts in the large brick oven. They have a good time re- gardless of snow, rain, cold, or any other trouble with the elements. The minstrel show is an event much looked forward to by both the participants and the audience. This is one time in the year when our Commercial Juniors and Seniors forget their shy classroom manners and put their hearts and wits into their parts to make them a success. And they certainly do succeed. In fact, it is very hard to believe that thev are our classmates. In the spring when all young girls and boys are vparning for the old swimming hole, the Commercial Club again goes on an outing. This time it is to the beach. Swimming is enjoyed by many of the members, and then, after eating their lunches, they play games until it is time to go home. This club has been a great pride to the ComT ' iercial studputs. and we all hope that It will contimie thronp-h the years to keep its high standard and large membeitship. Geraldine Sullivan ’35. THE ECHO 27 ECHO STAFF 1st row: L. Moran, M. T eson, R. Kearns, G. Mills, R. Colburn, AV. Andrew, G. Behan. 2nd row: IMiss INlegley, adviser; M. Danos, F. Bisbee, E. Flana- gan, I. George, M. Smith, R. Lang. 3rd row: R. Kierstead, E. Seaverns, P. Wiggins, W. Sands. F. M ' elsford, G. Sullivan, C. Caspersen. BUSINESS MANAGER’S COLUMN The job of Business Manager on a school paper is not an easy one. There is a great deal of work involved in this job as the manager and his assistant have to handle all of its funds and pay all of its bills. Before its issue gets under way, the manager must collect prices from dif- ferent companies on cuts, printing, and the cost of other items going into the edi- tion. The advertisements must be given out to the staff to collect, the wording must be checked, and the advertisements arranged. This year the Echo staff is editing its first year book and the Business Manager’s job is harder than usual. As the year book contains so many pictures, it is necessary to make a great many cuts which cost as much as $3.00 apiece. The prices on printing a page doubled since last year and its prices on making cuts doubled also this put an added burden upon the staff. The Business Manager had to find a way of raising more money to finance the edition. The solution was reached when the individual groups, classes, and clubs paid for their pictures and page of write-up themselves. The Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, and Fresh- man all contributed their share towards the year book. Last June’s issue of its Echo cost $200.00 and its Echo went in debt be- cause of its higher cost. This year the debt being paid and the high prices still prevailing, the Echo had to find a new way of financing its magazine. The year book will cost even more than its i-egular June issue so one can readily see the ne- cessity of this plan which has been put through. As business manager I wish to thank all who have helped to make this pgiper a suc- cess. I hope you will patronize all our advertisers whenever it is possible for you to do so. Robert Colburn ’35. EDITOR-IN CHIEF’S COLUMN The first issue of a school paper to ap- pear in Holbrook was in 1915. The Edi- torial Staff, as it was called, consisted of sixteen members. The Editor-in Chief was Lucy C. Chapman, the present Mrs. Alonzo Hooker. The paper lasted for one issue only. I don’t know why it didn’t last longer, because it certainly was a good publication. The next issue of a school paper to ap- pear was in 1923. This issue did not com- pare with the one of 1915. It was type- written. This time the Echo was in to stay. Every year since then there have been copies, one in December and one in June. Each year, however, has seen an im- provement, in one way or another, over the preceding one. This June we are trying a year book. This is the first time it has ever been tried in Holbrook. We found that most high schools had a year book instead of just te June issue. This meant the use of moi-e cuts which are very expensive. The stalf could not 28 THE ECHO handle this financially so the plan of hav- ing any class or organization who wanted its picture included in the year book must pay for the cut. Where ever this could be done, it was, so that we feel an attract- ive book will be the result. Ea ch member of the staff has worked hard for the success of the Echo, both the December issue as well as the June issue. As a whole the staff hopes you will get much enjoyment from this first year book. THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION During the past few years the question of an Alumni Association has been thrown into the fire many times, but has been left there only to smoulder and fade away. This year, however, through the efforts of Mr. Ernest Wiggins, class of 1932, smould- ering embers have been fanned into a glowing fire which bids fair to continue its glow and to shed its warmth through- out the alumni ranks. The problem of gathering old records began, and Mrs. Sarah T. Thayer ' 87 proved a boon to the cause. Records as far back as 1869 were accumulated, some of them being incomplete, but in the course of time, it is hoped to have an ac- curate record of all the gi-aduates of Sum- ner High School. After gathering the records, plans were formulated for a banquet and reunion for all the graduates of Sumner High School, to take place on February 6, 193.5, in the vestry of the Winthrop Congregational Church. Approximately five hundred let- ters were sent out to the graduates ex- plaining the plan and requesting that all banquet reservations be made ready. At first the returns were rather discouraging, but as the “Zero” hour approached, it was necessary to advertise, “No more banquet tickets available.” At last! the eventful night of February 6, 1935 arrived, bringing with it ideal weather conditions, people from near and far, and, best of all, a revival of the “Spirit of Sumner High.” At 6:30 P. M. approximately two hundred graduates were welcomed to the banquet by Ben- nett V. McLaughlin T7, the master of ceremonies. A pleasing banquet was en- joyed which consisted of fruit cup, mashed potatoes, string beans, carrots, fresh shoulder, stutfing, pickles, rolls, cotfee, and pie. Immediately after the banquet all at- tention was turned to organizing and the following officers were elected: president, Shirley Stevens ' 23 ; vice-president, Sarah Thayer ' 87; secretary, Ruth P. Smith ' 32; treasurer, Justin A. Fouche ' 17. Several guests of the evening were called on for a few remarks, among whom were Mr. Noel C. King ' 32, a Selectman; Mr. Garland Neal, principal of the high school; Mr. Fred Caswell ' 06, chairman of the School Committee; Mr. Adolph O. Christianson, superintendent of the pub- lic schools; Mr. Maynard C. Thayer ' 71, the oldest graduate present; and Mr. Hartley E. White ' 87, now a Norfolk County engineer. A roll call by years was held proving that the class of 1934 was the best repre- sented with twenty-nine membeis present. Three members of the class of 1870 were voted as honorary members of the Association. They are as follows: Mrs. Esther Cram of Brockton; Mrs. Jennie Barnard of Holbrook, and Mrs. Annie Southworth of West Roxbury. The president, Shirley E. Stevens, ap- pointed the following committees for the year: executive board: Bennett V ' . Mc- Laughlin ' 17, Susan Meara ' 02, Herbert Reckards ' 28, Marguerite Raynor ' 34, Maynard C. Thayer ' 71, Justin A. Fouche ' 17, Sarah Thayer ' 87, Ruth P. Smith ' 32, Shirley E. Stevens ' 23; ways and means: Margaret Murphy ' 02, Anna McCarthy ' 30, Dorothy Brown ' 30, George Nason T9, Robert Stanley ' 34. A short entertainment was given by Everett Hayden ' 31, who entertained with voc i selections and guitar accompani- ments. The banquet came to a close with the singing of Charles Sumner followed by the Sumner Locomotive cheer. On Wednesday, March 13, 1935, a spe- cial meeting of “The Sumner High School Alumni Association of Holbrook” was held in the school hall with 150 graduates present. This meeting was really the for- mation of the association frorn a legal point of view. The constitution and by- laws were accepted, a class secretary for each graduating class of Sumner High School was appointed, a music committee was appointed, Mrs. Mae Barry was elect- ed historian, and probably the most im- portant item of the evening was the es- tablishment of a scholarship to be given some worthy graduate of Sumner High School. This, of course, meant the association must start to raise the money immediate- ly, and the matter was left in the hands of the executive board and ways and means committees, the former to act as a committee of award, and the latter to raise the fund. This business of the meeting having been completed, the attention of the gath- ering was turned to a lighter vain in the form of an entertainment under the di- rection of Miss Margaret Murphy. It con- sisted of contributions by the school or- chestra, boy ' s glee club, and violin and xylophone solos. Refreshments came next, and the even- ing? was concluded with dancing. The opinion that the metting was a success seemed to prevail, and the warmth of the glowing embers seemed to pervade the at- mosphere. THE ECHO 29 The next regular meeting was called for April 10, 1935, a date which nearly proved fatal, for a roaring “Northeaster ' ’ had de- scended upon the town and threatened to upset the plans. The atmosphere cleared, however, early in the evening, and a fairly good crowd showed up. At this meeting the report of the music committee was ac- cepted which will eventually result in the formation of an Alumni Band and or- chestra. Ihe nomination of officers was held as it is called for by the by-laws, but due to me ia.C ' t tnat the (present officers had only been in office three months, it seemed ad- visable for the iiresent officers to hold their respective offices for another year. Ihe meeting was followed by games and dancing. Refreshments were served un- der the direction of Mrs. Pauline Fouche. An important announcement was made at the meeting to the effect that a mam- mouth bridge and whist party would be held on Tuesday evening, April 23, 1935 for the benefit of the Scholarship Fund. The party was held as scheduled and due to the hearty response of the merchants and public spirited citizens of the town in making prize contributions, together with the energetic efforts of the commit- tee in charge, it proved a decided success, and the award of the scholarship this June, 1935, was assured. Thus have the activities of “The Sum- ner High School Alumni Association of Holbrook” flared and flamed and made their warmth effective, and thus it is planned that they may continue to do so. Ruth P. Smith ’32. Secretary. Autographs iCnr n Hurrl tsnit $c €o. 3nr. 828 Park Square Building Boston, Mass. CLASS RINGS - .MEDALS - TROPHYS Chosen as official Jcivclers for Class of 19S6 30 THE ECHO The People’s Savings Bank OF BROCKTON Extends to the graduating class of the Sumner High School its congratulations. The promise of tomorrow will be realized only as each individual looks into the future with a well defined goal. To desire is one thing — to achieve the fruit of that desire is another. That Success may attend your efforts is the earnest wish of this Mutual Savings Bank. GAS Distinctive Printing of the Better ‘ Quality Gas . . . cooks your food. Pre- ' serves and protects your food. Provides the comfort and protec- tion of constant hot water. 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