Le Roy Central School - O At Kan Yearbook (Le Roy, NY)

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Commencement Number T H E R E D' A NDB L A C K Page Fifteen The cast did perform tl1eir parts well a11d the play was a great success. But lo, on the iii-st night the mantel piece did fall, and great was the fall thereof and great the commotion arous- ed- And the wrath of the Seniors and Miss Connor was terrible to behold. and there was much weeping and gnash- ing of teeth. But all was forgotten in the success of the second night, when the cast was praised greatly so that the hearts of the young men and maidens were greatly chee1'ed and their heads began to expand. As was the custom the Seniors had rented their cos- tumes of a costumer whose greed they knew not of until they came to settle with her. , But they did send a delegation of their strongest men to seek her out. And it came to pass that they did iind her and did strive mightily to urge her to cut. down her price- But, like the Jezebel of old, she strove the more iiercely and she prevailed over the young 1ne11, whom she drove out of her home and looked upon them with an ungodly scorn. Now it came to pass that on the 27th day of that same month and year, the Seniors did have a day of rejoicing and they did act most foolishly. And behold the damsels did appear as young maids with pinafores. short dresses, hair ribbons and dolls that were marvelous to behold. And the young men did likewise come in dress suits gaudy vests and overalls, having beclouded their counten- ances with much rogue and powder. And they did bring a horse with them and it came to pass that the Juniors did strive for that horse and did Cap- ture it and they did have much sport with it. And it came to pass that these fair damsels and young men did enter the precints of Mr. Taylor and he was great- ly mystiiied at their strange actions and he knew not what to do with them. And it so happened that in the evening of the same day the Senior Play cast did gather themselves together for a feast at Lally's. And they did gorge themselves to their capacity which was great. And the price of this feast did set them back a great deal. - And every one danced and made merry and the faculty did entertain them with stories and all went home rejoic- ing- And it came to pass that in the next week the Juniors and Seniors did have a great condict. And many were disabled on either side and many colors were taken. And the Juniors did hang the Senior by the neck from the elm tree but he was rescued at two o'clock that morning by a roving band of Seniors. They all of his heart seniors harm And in tl: rejoiced greatly tl.at such was the fortitude and the oxen strength of his neck that no did befill him. P I11't'Sl-'1100 of the Juniors the Seniors did burn an efigy with which to ridicule them. A1111 if 0211119 10 DIISS. however, that the humbled and humiliated Juniors did try later to restore themrelve: aZ'ter the bitter defeat by placing a dummy, since they had so many to spare,-in the same tree- But the victorious Seniors gave him no heed and there he has been ever s nce. a pitiful symbol of chagrin for the Junors and of disdain for the Seniors. And it came to pass that the Seniors on the twenty seventh day of the fourth month of this year did hold a ball in the gymnasium. And they decorated the gym most beautifully with streamers and many Japanese lanterns. And they did hire Art Taylor to furnish the music. And a 'great crowd did come and there were eight score and seven couples and the Seniors made a great fortune. And it came to pass on the eighth day of the lifth month of this year that Mr. Taylor did announce the names of those who were to. receive honors for their faithful work in school. One person by the name of Florence Ganiard was Valedictorian. A certain Velma Smith was Salutatorian: . And two fair damsels, Grace Crocker and Doris Noble, also received scholarship hono1's. And two other maidens, Marion Pfisterer and Margaret 0'Neill, were honored for literary .acliievements - And he also did announce that two youg men. George Jones and William Wansor, had received honors in oratory. And it came to pass that the Seniors did decide to have a class day. And so the class was called together and the President spake unto them saying, Choose ye a prophet so that he may interpret to each of you the things which the fates' have for ordained. And hc also bade them choose a poet that he might sing their praises 81111 tell of their wondorous works. And they also were hidden to choose a will-maker that their will and testament might be drawn up so that their possessions might be left to the deserving ones. And they were also ordered to choose a class orator that he might give an oration cf the Sonior's noble deeds. And they also at that meeting chose an Historian that he might write a complete history of all the Seniors' wonderful works- And the choice of the Seniors did fall on Betty Brown, Gertrude Cooper, Charles Miserentino. Rudolph Lapp, and Emerson Cullings to do this work. And it was also decided at that meeting that the Juniors and Seniors should hold their annual picnic the twenty-sixth day of this month and year. 'ii i ,WTI -,Ly . FF .rf x ul S ji ' 71 xii

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Page F0urteen T H E R E D A N D B L A C K Commencement Number v Class of 1923 History of Class of I9Z3 Now it came to pass that on the 23rd day of the first month of this yea1', the Senior Class did band themselves together One together And measure And score and tive young men and maids were joined into the Senior class. the class did weigh 3584 lbs. and in height did 225 cubits. it came to pass that Mr. Taylor called the Seniors unto him and spoke unto them saying. As is the custom in this school ye shalt come together into one united body. for ye shall thereby tind strength in unity. And he said. choose from your number one who will preside over you. And as he had ordered so were his commands obeyed- And they did choose Emerson Uullings to be the one who should preside over them. l+'urthermore Mr. Taylor spake unto them saying. Choose ye one who will aid him in his arduous labors. And they chose one by the name of Marion Pfisterer. And again Mr. Taylor commanded them saying. Choose ye a Scribe so that all your doings may be chronicled with care. And they did as they were hidden and they ehose one Betty Brown. And once again Mr. Taylor spake saying. Choose one of your number. whose integrity is assured. to whom shall be intrusted whatsoever shekels and other treasures ye shall gain from, time to time and for this great work they did choose Rudolph Lapp. And he bade them that they choose colors to place upon their banners- A11d they of one accord did onder that Black and Gold should be their colors. In like manner they did choose the Rose for their tiower and Excelsior for their motto. And as the CllSi0lll was they did decide at that meeting to purchase class rings. And having observed rings chose one. which the jewels of her glory never surpassed. Now it came to pass that of many kinds they linally the queen of Sheba in all Miss Connor did summon the Seniors unto her. and spake a play. the name whereof is, In the Days of XVashing- ton. saying: Lo, I have written Ye therefore shalt enact this play the 22nd and 2111-41 days of the Second 111onth of this year. And as she had spoken so it was performed. The play was a colonial play which required beautiful costumes and a beautiful stage setting. '

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Page Sixteen E R E D A N D B L A C K Commencement Number has And as these seekers of-vleiiowledge are about to leave their Alma Mater to go into the world to make their fortune they will be presented with their diplomas this next twenty-seventh day of June that they may be well prepared to endure the hardships of this world. an -Emerson Cullings. Last Yvill and Testament of the Class of I923 WP, the class of 1:1121 who are about to step from 0116 world to another, after having victoriously battled for four 'fperhaps live or even sixj years with knowledge, tthrough which we have successfully passed! desire. because we feel that we are about to breathe our last in this beloved High School, to leave the remnants of what we hold most dear, to those who in their dire need can make best use of them. Having passed Miss t'rellin's test with IQ'S rival- ing those of Edison or Marconi as to our mental soundness, we do make, publish, and declare this our last will and testament. revoking all former wills by us heretofore. iVe dispose i11 manner following, that is to say: Prov. I. All our just debts and funeral expenses are to be paid from the Senior fund- fJuniors don't disclose your stupidity and inexperience by sending cheap flowers.D Prov. II. To our principal, Mr. E. B. Taylor, and to the faculty we bequeath the following: Sec. I. The greatest thanks and everlasting appre- ciation for their excellent work in our behalf. Sec. Il. A much needed rest from tl1e vigorous 23's, whose girls have conquered by their brains, fists, and looks, and the boys by their looks, brains. a11d lists- tTo clear your mind of any doubts take a close view of the Senior photographs: if you still don't agree, then go to an oculist. Prov. III. To the Juniors we leave the following: Sec. I- The right to learn how to hold ofiices worth holding. Sec. II. The privilege to domineer over next year's Juniors and to show them the golden footprints of their invulnerable predecessors. Sec. III. The right to discontinue their childish ac- tions. Sec. IV. The right to claim ownership to Eligh's red handkerchief, which they can use to make part of their class colors. Sec. V. To the girls. we leave all of our unused powder and rouge de theatre. Sec. VI. lVe donate. to Catherine Hoffman, the sum of te11 cents with which she can buy a new pair of fashion- able glass ear drops. Sec. VII. To Bishop. we bequeath a lion cage in which he can lock up his extra-large and wild dogs. Sec. VIII. To Sid 0'Shea. the Junior ring-leader, we leave the right to look after tl1e grave of the first lllllllllly. which he so ingeniously made after his own model. It has also been decided upon by the elated 23's to leave the second dummy in the hands of lVendy, McKenna and Company with which they can make wieners for the hot- dog stands they are to operate as life work. Sec- IX. To Baby Martin Fa lon, we bequeath the bottle. He may use it anytime he lesires, by getting per- mission of the school nurse or the teacher in charge of the study hall. Prov. IV. All the rest of our property, whatsoever, a11d whensoever: of what nature, kind. and quality it may be, not disposed of herein. we give and bequeath to Mr. Lawrence. our old friend and janitor. who has been loyal to the Seniors. Lastly. we hereby appoint Charles Botts executor of this, our last will and Testament: hereby revoking all for- mer wills made by us. In Witness Whereof. I have hereunto subscribed my e name, the 31st day of May in tl1e and 'l'wenty-Three- gv ar Ninetee Hundred f-Charles Miserentino. - Class Prophecy ,Black night! Not a star in th heavens. The moon, hidden by ghostly clouds, casts flic ering shadows in its ' u S v v nl' path. The desert stretches away le on mile. What is that blot against its dreary graynes? A black tent, its sides covered with weird symbols. ' red light glows like a coal of fire- An old woman dress d in fiowing oriental robes bends over a crystal ball into which she gazes fixed- ly. I11 it she sees the future of each member of the class of 1923. Let us lean over her shoulder. A brilliantly lighted stage, a widely applauding audience calling for an encore. A young m an appears who sends the spectators into gales of laughter as he gives a song and dance burlesque of the latest hit. In spite of grease, paint Hlld his strange attire, we recognize the irrepressible Billy Wansor. 'Ere we recover from our astonishment, appear two toe-dancers As they twirl and glide gracefully, they are greeted with thunderous h nd clapping, and no wonder, for Edith MacDowell and Ne a Dahlquist are danc- ing themselves straight into thehearts of all. if The Pacific in all its majestic glory lies before us. A ship sails into view with sailors scurrying about on deck. Heave ho, to windward, booms a deep voice. We find Harold Ruben calmly pacing about shouting directions through a huge saxaphone. We hear the shrill notes of another saxaphone and glance upward just in' time to see George Darby blithely sliding down 'the main rigging and playing The Sailor Boy, slightly out of key. He is Cap'n Harold's chief skipper and quali gained while in school. fied on the experience Lucille Miller is running a taxi' in Buffalo- She does this in defiance of all traffic rules, but the policemen always seem to be looking the other way. A figure dressed as a Spanish stage, this time in the Metropolitan toreador steps on to a ra House. A voice of gold Hoats out to us and we listen, ascinated. The last note dies away. The lights flare up and we recognize Charlie Miserentino of High School days. He directs a most especial bow to a box on the right, and starting in