Lyman Hall High school - Singer Chronicle Yearbook (Wallingford, CT)

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(Htjp (Ehrmtirlp Published by the Students of THE LYMAN HALL HIGH SCHOOL Wallingford, Connecticut. Vol. 11 June, 1918 No. 4 LITERARY DEPARTMENT ' Editor-in-Chief—Hulda Kratzke Associate Editors Dorothy Collett, , Barbara Davis, Muriel Lee, Alice Sattan. ■ _ • - : Alumni Editor— Katharine Keeler Sporting Editors Robert Sheehan, Ruth Heilman, Exchange Editor— Margaret Riggs ■ « Joke Editor—Edmund Leonard Art Editor—Alice Rich ■ . ■ -Y News Editor— Samuel Pinsker r - Reporters Samuel Pinsker,—Senior. Lily Hillbom—Junior. ■ - : V .- • ■ - Charlotte Doehr—Sophomore. Ruth Backes, Freshman. ' BUSINESS DEPARTMENT . Business Manager—Harry Chase ■nV ' Circulation Manager—Lloyd Steele .• � « � ' . ' •— Advertising Manager—Wendell Goddard ■ V' • Assistant Advertising Manager—Joseph Hauer Office Manager—Mary Loomis - ®abU of (Eonlnttfl Page. Class Poem, . . . I. Class Picture, II. Editorial . . . . . . III. Woodrow Wilson—A Eulogy, ..... III. America’s Latest Hero—Major Raoul Lufbery . IV. , ... American Ideals, ....... VI. Joan of Arc, ........ VIII. Roll Call, ........ XI. ■ Class Song, ........ XXI. Classification, ........ XXII. President's Address, ....... XXIV. Class History, ........ XXIV. Class Honors, ........ XXVI. Class Gifts, XXVII. Prophecy, XXXI. Class Will, XXXIV. Things That Never Happen, XXXVI. L ATJOLTST SHELDON MERCHANT TAILOR Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing Suits made to order. Workmanship Guaranteed Telephone 1568-5 514 State Street, NEW HAVEN, CONN. HABSETT COAL CO. WALLINGFORD and MERIDEN 73+aajjl - 3 O Y 7V. c. THE WALLINGFORD LUMBER CO. DEALERS IN LUMBER AND MASONS’ SUPPLIES Office just south of N. Y., N. H. H. R. R. Freight Depot ’Phone 228 Fifty cents will get your suit cleaned and pressed by THE AUTOMATIC SYSTEM 182 Center Street V ++++++++++++++++++•) Compliments of DR. HAYES Compliments of DR. CRAIG Compliments of DR. FRIDERICH Compliments of DR. BROSNAN Compliments of DR. LEWIS Compliments of A FRIEND Compliments of DR. 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I Everything in FLOOR COVERINGS NO MATTER what sort of a rug you want, or what price you wish to pay—it is here if it is dependable. The luxurious WHITTALS, equal to costly Orientals beauty of coloring and design. The novel KLEARFLAX linen rugs, durable and highly artistic. WILTONS, BRUSSELS and axminsters in various grades and a large assortment of patterns. WOOL-AND-FIBER rugs, especially nice for the bedroom. GRASS FIBER rugs, the inexpensive floor covering for Summertime. LINOLEUM Inlaid and printed linoleum in several grades and many designs—parquetry, tile, matting, floral and conventional. CONGOLEUM—The inexpensive, serviceable floor covering for many rooms. In room-size rugs or small mats. Window Shades Awnings zQ Ives, UphamQI nd Q, ESTABLISHEDIO T MERIDEN, CONN. THE CHRONICLE. Ill- EDITORIAL We, the members of the staff, wish to thank all pupils and alumni who have helped to make our paper a success. We are deeply grateful to the members of the faculty who have at all times so willingly assisted us. We hope that we have succeeded in placing before the public a paper which shows to them what the students of the high school are accomplishing. We wish success to the members of next year’s staff. As this is the Senior number, we, the graduates, take this opportunity to say goodbye. We have spent a most enjoyable year at the Lyman Hall High School. Although we got lost when we entered this new building in September, we shall henceforth feel so much at home here that we shall feel like wandering back when school opens in 1918. May succeeding classes spend even happier years at the high school. WOODROW WILSON—A EULOGY . (Salutatory Essay) In 1912, when the American people elected for their president a New Jersey college professor, they naturally expected that he would fulfill his duties faithfully and wisely. They could not know then that the next four years would develop a world crisis and the need of a man, big enough to meet that crisis for the whole American nation. It was not necessary that they should know, for the fate that ruled the election directed their choice for their own good. Situations arose, which no one could have foreseen, but the government was in capable hands and the country was never in any real danger. The period following the outbreak of the European war has been compared to that of a half century ago, and the man who was its guiding power has been called the Lincoln of the twentieth century. Feople often think that whenever a man makes a noted success in the world, it is through some genius nature has bestowed upon him. They do not stop to consider how great a part of his success is due to character, the shaping of which is largely in his own hands. Though it may take some degree of genius to execute a public position well, at least what is more necessary than genius is character. Many of the most infamous persons in history were brilliant men, in whose career character was the turning point. It is only when genius and character are combined that we have a truly great man. Such a man is Mr. Wilson, our president, the leader of our nation. As a man, he is thorough, conscientious, sincere. Nothing is left undone that comes within his range of duties. Nothing is done carelessly or halfway, but only according to his high conception of excellence. Nothing is done hypocritically or deceptively, but always with straightforward, manly frankness. Broad minded, liberal, patriotic, we find him in private life a type of ideal citizen. As a public officer, Mr. Wilson in no respect falls behind the standard we might expect of such a man. People have criticised him for being vacillating, for having no policy, for being “too proud to fight.” In the first place, they do not seem to take into consideration the fact that during his administration, situations have arisen, the like of which have never before been known in history. Under such conditions, there could be no definite policy to follow, no precedent to rely upon. To have treated every crisis with machine-like regularity would have been nothing short of stupidity. To act upon each separately, according to its kind, required wis- IV. THE CHRONICLE. dom and careful consideratian. Yet this policy of suiting the action to the deed, Mr. Wilson’s critics have defined as lack of policy; having a courage of his convictions sufficient to persevere in it, they have termed vacillation. “Too proud to fight” is the attribute given a man who has placed his ideals above his feelings, his country above his popularity, but who has at no time placed peace above honor. In every way within his reach he proved himself first in peace, as long as peace was possible, but no one was more prompt to take action when more vigorous measures were necessary. While such a president is with them, the American people should never fail to show their appreciation for his leadership. In 1916, Mr. Wilson was re-elected to his office, a sign that the voters of the country approved of his first administration and that in their eyes he had made good. There was no mystery about this popularity, it was merely the result of everything he had done. Among the reasons for his success are his boundless activity, his efficiency, and his statesmanship. Though he has had enough duties as president to discourage an ordinary man, such is the efficiency with which he works, and so well does he apportion his time that he is always ready to show his interest in any patriotic movement. The Boy Scouts, the Red Cross, relief committees, all have found him a willing listener to their appeals, and a devoted worker in their behalf. However, not in his untiring energy, not in his marvelous efficiency, but in his statesmanship, his admirers say he has proved himself greatest. At all times he has placed before the people his plans, his inten-tentions, his principles in simple, forceful English—English alike comprehensible to the school boy and the Congressman. Through his speeches, clear, concise and to the point, and through their widespread circulation by the committee of Public Iinformation, it has been possible for the average man and woman in this country to know just why the United States is in this war, what the nation considers its duties as a belligerent and how it intends to fulfill them. In sharp contrast to the individual knowledge of the average German citizen concerning the war is the condition of public understanding and independent thinking in America. For this maintenance of a free spirit in our democracy we have the statesmanship of our president to thank. A man who stands for America first, who is every inch an American, but who can look beyond the borders of his own country and see the need and suffering of others, a man who is giving his all for the support of a noble cause, a man who is first in peace and first in war and should also be first in the hearts of his countrymen. Now, if ever, there should be unity in essentials. This is no time to question why of a man who has already proved his worth. It is our duty to get behind the president and stay there. Catharine Keeler ’i8 AMERICA’S LATEST HERO—MAJOR RAOUL LUFBERY It is said: “There are souls that cannot be anchored; no haven can hold them long. They must ever be off for new experiences. For them, every day dawns as the invitation to go forth to fresh adventure. Such are the ones who make our great achievements for us.” In their youth, perhaps, these men have not shown that they would some day be famous, because of their love of fun and adventure, their roving spirit and delight in trying something new. Their adventurous, care-free minds are often interested, at times, in some great object. Grasping this op- THE CHRONICLE. V. portunity, they enter with all their might upon what interests them, and make a success of their new tasks because after years of wandering the work appeals to them. Throughout all history it has been the men of cool daring, men without fear, men who sacrifice self to attain a desired end, who have accomplished great things for their country and humanity; it is such brave men that the world honors, renowns, and will remember forever. Methods of warfare are continually being changed as science and invention advance, but the leading men of every war are of the same type, even though they may lead in different lines of work. They are the men of strong courage, having a valiant disregard for danger to themselves, though thoughtful of others. Such a leader was General Grant, who rose to fame in the Civil War. Grant’s boyhood had been of a happy, care-free nature; he enjoyed the sports it afforded. He was rather reckless; breaking in horses was a favorite pastime of his, because its excitement appealed to him. When Grant was appointed to West Point, he did not want the honor, and was consoled only by the thought that it would give him a chance to see the world a little, especially New York and Philadelphia, where he tarried for many days to see the sights. Grant’s opportunity came to him at the outbreak of the Civil War, when he volunteered and rose rapidly to the position of General of the Union Army. Even after success and fame rewarded him, he was quiet and unassuming, and was called “the man of silence.” Grant’s greatness was recognized as General in the Civil War and later as President of the United States. Another striking example, who lived more recently, was Admiral George Dewey, a leader in a different line. Dewey commanded the Navy during the Spanish War, and was noted for his coolness and bravery. His love of mischief, while young, was astonishing. Later. George Goodwin of New Hampshire remarked about him, “George is sort of reckless sometimes, but hang me if I can help liking him. He’s honest and full of grit, and he’ll be heard from one of these days.” Surely enough, George was heard from and will never be forgotten. After Grant, a hero of the army, and Dewey, a hero of the navy, came a man, not unlike them in character and ability. This man was Raoul Luf-bery, a hero of the air. Like Grant, he wanted to see the world, and was a silent, unassuming man; like Dewey, no one could help liking him, and like both, his memory will live. At an early age, Lufbery fearlessly set off alone to see the world. Being of a restless nature, fond of excitement and adventure, the life of a wanderer appealed to him. Traveling offered a variety of experiences which Lufbery dearly loved. He was, indeed, a “soldier of fortune,’’ and once said that if he ever settled down, he wanted to do so in Egypt, for there the climate was suited and attractive for vagabonds. He visited many foreign countries, and while in the Philippines, he enlisted. There, for two years, he served his country. When first he beheld the aeroplane, he saw an opportunity to render service and, at the same time, have some excitement. When this war broke out, as Fate would have it, he was in France. Here was his opportunity. He was willing to turn his abilities to the good of humanity and at once offered his services to France to fight for the freedom of the world. France could not claim him except as a righteous cause claims VI. THE CHRONICLE. the sympathy of a just man and Lufbery, always athirst for adventure, and wishing to aid France, offered that country his services as an air fighter. There is a certain chivalry in this warfare, for in the air, foe meets foe on equal terms, and the conqueror overthrows his antagonist because of superior skill and courage. Lufbery’s was the nature that could appreciate chivalry. Lufbery was loved and respected by his comrades and all who knew him, and soon acquired fame because of repeated victories, winning for himself several medals for bravery. His undaunted spirit as he fearlessly brought down so many enemy planes was admirable. But with all these victories and the honor which so justly came to him, Lufbery remained modest and unspoiled. He cared nothing for display, and would rather face twenty Boche planes than attend a banquet given in his own honor. When the United States entered the war, Lufbery offered his services to his own country and was given the rank of Major. A few weeks ago, Raoul Lufbery died, as he had lived, fighting heroically. His death was mourned not only by his own country, but by all the allied nations. He was deservedly regarded as our greatest air fighter and a brave hero. No American has distinguished himself wtih more valiant deeds in this war. Having served with the French for so long, France recognizes what this man has done, for he was one of the Americans who served from the beginning of the war. As the body of Lufbery, after years of wandering over land and sea, was laid in its final resting place, while the planes of his comrades swooped down from above and dropped flowers on the grave, a French general paid this tribute of words to the fallen hero, showing not only how the French regarded Lufbery, but their esteem for the United States. What he said is this: On behalf of my comrades of the French army, I wish to pay respectful tribute to one of the heroes of the air, who was victorious eighteen times; a son of the noble and generous republic which came to our assistance to save the liberties of the world. “Rest peacefully, Major Lufbery, close by the martyrs to our great cause. Your glorious example will inspire in us the spirit of sacrifice, till the day when humanity’s enemies shall be finally vanquished. “Good-by.” Mary Loomis i8 AMERICAN IDEALS From the time of the Revolution there has always been a tendency in America for the fusion of the interests of North, East, South and West. With this Great World War, came the hour of ultimate fusion. When the United States declared war against Germany on April 6, 1917, the American people rose as one man with one heart and one mind to assert and protect their common ideals—the ideals of all America. The underlying principle of all American ideals is liberty. By that we do not mean license or lawlessness, but liberty according to the definition given by Stuart P. Sherman: “The ideal of the American is external freedom and inner control; the individual looks after his conduct, and the government looks after his liberty.” Upon this principle the life and vitality of our democracy depends, and in turn, the strength of this principle depends upon the spirit and integrity of American ideals. A great factor in American life to-day is the morale, the social and religious ideals of our nation. In enumerating our social ideals, we must not THE CHRONICLE. VII. omit to mention their origin. The basis for the social cohesion of the American people is laid in the following passage taken from the Declaration of Independence: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these rights are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” These are the ideals of our forefathers; their sacred and priceless gift to posterity ; the mold from which our own United States was cast. The enumeration of our social ideals can be found in the first amendment of the Constitution, which states: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people to peaceably assemble; and to petition the government for redress of grievances.” Almost directly, therefore, our social impulses receive their color and their initiative from our religious ideals. In America, freedom of worship, freedom of speech and freedom of the press tend to broaden and purify these ideals so as to include, according to Jefferson, “honesty, truth, temperance, gratitude, and love of man.” These religious ideals, acting upon our social intercourse, cause it to assume a friendly and brotherly aspect. One can easily see that no special God has been invoked by the framers of our Declaration of Independence, of our Constitution, and of our Courts. Unlike Germany, we lay no claim to a tribal God, but believe in God, the Father of all mankind. In taking up political ideals we will consider first, American international relations; second, American government and education; and lastly, but by no means the least important, the American war aims. Our international ideals are embodied in the Monroe Doctrine, in the doctrine of freedom of the seas, and in the doctrine of arbitration. In the Monroe Doctrine, the United States pledges to defend the western hemisphere from invasion and settlement by any European power. This principle was established not only for our own defense but that of our southern neighbors, the South American republics. The doctrine of freedom of the seas is one of the most cherished ideals ,of the American people. President Wilson states in an address to the Senate: “The paths of the sea must alike in law and, in fact, be free. The free, constant, unthreatened intercourse of the nations is an essential part of the process of peace and development.” A true, much desired ideal of the United States has been that of a World Court, where arbitration between nations can take place quietly, diplomatically and openly. The name, “Melting Pot,” has been given to the United States because of its governmental and educational ideals. The oppressed people of other nations come to the United States and are merged into one nation. The torch which brings about the refining process in the American “Melting Pot” is American education. Aliens, peasants, and all immigrants coming to our shores are refined, as metal is with heat, through American education. Henry Van Dyke gives us a very vivid and comprehensive idea of this principle. He writes: “I can take you into quarters of New York where you might think yourself in a Russian Ghetto, or into regions of Pennsylvania which would seem to you like Hungarian mining towns. But if you will come with me into the public schools, where the children of these people of the Old World are gathered for education, you will find yourself in the VIII. THE CHRONICLE. midst of fairly intelligent and genuinely patriotic young Americans. They will salute the flag for you with enthusiasm. They will sing ‘Columbia’ and ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ with more vigor than harmony. They will declaim Webster’s apostrophe to the Union, or cry with Patrick Henry, ‘Give me liberty or give me death.’ ” Thus, through the American public school system, the youthful foreigners are educated and started on the right road to good citizenship. It is common knowledge that intellectual development is necessary for good government. Since all citizens will sooner or later become interested in civic affairs, it is a matter of common welfare to have intelligent men administer government. We can easily feel then, that American educational ideals merge with our ideals of democratic government. Are we sending our young men across the seas only for the purpose of upholding the power of our states? No! They are fighting for the defense and extension of justice; for the recognition of the rights and liberties of small nations; for the recognition of the principle that government derives its just power from the consent of the governed; for the reparation of wrongs done and the erection of adequate safeguards to prevent their being committed again. Who will avenge the Lusitania? Who will vindicate the wrongs of Belgium? Who will face the Huns? Who will dare death to help the wounded? Our young men, the jewels of our nation, are to be sacrificed and given up for the preservation of our political, military and educational ideals, for, our war aims are after all but a union of all the others. They are the citadel of our liberty, of our democracy and the source from which that mighty, everlasting flow of American patriotism comes. In the words of Lincoln: “With malice towards none; with charity for all; with firmness for the right, as God gives us to see right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation’s wounds; to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan— to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves, and with all nations.” LONG LIVE AMERICAN IDEALS! May they ever be the supreme aim, the hope and inspiration of all freedom-loving people. Ruth Heilmann ’18 JOAN OF ARC (Valedictory Essay) When in 1914 the Cathedral at Rheims, that wonderful structure which it took hundreds of years to complete, was ruined by the German guns, the minds of the people turned back to the year 1429 when King Charles VII. was crowned in that stately church. The sight of those shattered arches and those gargoyles, in fragments, strengthened in their hearts the love for Joan of Arc, the maiden who long ago had saved France and who had brought her king triumphantly to his coronation. That had been the proudest day that the old cathedral had ever witnessed. Now four hundred years later, amidst the blackened ruins, the French people might well feel discouragement. Yet when the news of the destruction of the cathedral came to the dying soldiers on the battle line, they cried out, “Jeanne D’Arc! Jeanne D’Arc!” “I see her horse!” “Her silver armour flashes!” A soldier who was on the point of death raised himself painfully and said, “Mes camerades, elle est venue!” (My comrades, she has come!) THE CHRONICLE. IX. Thus we see that as before when times seemed darkest, it was Joan of Arc who filled even the dying men with hopes of victory. It is significant and even symbolic that in spite of all the bombardment and devastation, the statue of Joan of Arc is still standing in the square of Rheims Cathedral, uninjured except that the very tip of her sword is blunted by a shell. This seems peculiar since she once said that she did not need a sharpened sword, for after all she was only a woman. Only a woman! Yet no one ever performed a greater service for his country. And the miracle is, that she performed this public service at a time when no woman not of royal birth was permitted even to think of matters outside of her own household duties. To-day the value of woman’s work and intellect is fully recognized. But for them, there would be no Red Cross to lessen the horrors of war. In the business and industrial world women are taking the places of the men who are fighting for their country. Practically no line of activity is closed to them at this time. The influence of women in public life at the present moment is in perfect contrast with the power of woman in the fifteenth century. In one respect the conditions of that time, however, were similar to those of to-day. There was war, war, war! The English were fighting to conquer the French. France under weak leadership was herself continually engaged in civil war. Such was the situation when Joan of Arc was born in 1412. She was only a peasant maid, who excelled all women in Domremy in the art of spinning, and in love of her country. When she saw her countrymen march past her home, prisoners to the invaders, she wept for them. She grieved because nothing could be done to relieve them. Little did she dream that she would some day be their redeemer. The early life of Joan of Arc was a simple and happy one. She did not live in luxury and ease. When she arose early in the morning, it was customary for her to run to the church to pray. Then she assisted her mother in the general tasks about the home. Sometimes she tended the flock but she rejoiced in any duty that was given her. She was always a favorite among the children, yet she was different from the rest. At times -lie would break away and go to the garden to pray. It was a very quiet and secluded spot. It was here that the vision, an armoured knight, first appeared to her, and she was advised by her “voices” as she called them. These came from heaven and told her that she must go to the succor of the king of France and restore his kingdom to him. This seemed an impossibility for a peasant maiden who had never appeared in court. Yet she was urged onward by her heavenly vision. Although her parents opposed and the villagers criticized, she set forth. The king at first refused to receive her but she was finally admitted to his presence. After a long and discouraging delay, he was influenced by her strong faith and gave her a squadron of men. Behold! There she was clad in her white armour, carrying her sword, in her right hand her banner. No longer is there the peasant maiden who used to go to the garden to pray. She with the long, loose peasant’s gown, her hair fastened in a knot, strong brown arms, and bare feet. Nevertheless, it was this same maiden of only seventeen years, who in spite of all obstacles, led the army, went to Orleans, and defeated the English. Shortly afterward she conducted the king to Rheims to be crowned. Hundreds of men voluntarily offered their services to accompany Jeanne D’Arc. The march was one to be remembered. Everywhere they were heralded with delight. Charles VII. was anointed. This had been her mission, now it was fulfilled and Jeanne D’Arc went for joy. Thousands of people came to see X. THE CHRONICLE. the new king and the “maiden from heaven.” Now that her work was accomplished, she asked her voices if she might return to her home but permission was denied her. From now on, Joan of Arc’s fortune turned. At last she was captured by a Burgundian traitor who sold her to the enemy. She was put in a dungeon to live until her death. She who had saved France, now slept with double chains round her limbs, and padlocked to the bed so that she could not stir. One day an English lord came to see her and told her that she would be , freed if she promised never to raise arms against England again. She knew he was mocking her and that they were determined to put her to death. She answered, “Were there 100,000 more men, they would not conquer France.” The English lord was so enraged that he drew his sword, but was stopped by his companion. With the same unconquerable spirit she met her death at Rouen where she was burned at the stake in 1431. When the flames enveloped her, she uttered the single word “Jesus.” Ten thousand men wept. The English cried out, “We are lost, we have burned a saint!” From this time on, the invading army was continually repulsed and finally driven from French soil. So it was, that with God’s aid, Joan of Arc redeemed France. The spirit of the French has been so animated by her deeds that she will live forever in the hearts and lives of all. Even now, when the soldiers look upon the ruins of Rheims, they are not disheartened but determined to conquer. The true patriotism which she possessed has been passed on from generation to generation, and inspired by the memory of Joan of Arc, the success of the French nation is assured. Hulda Kratzke ’18 Parents, Teachers and Friends: In a poem entitled “The Return of Jeanne d’Arc,” the heroine says: “The king For all my pleading, still delayed, But God’s own angels gave me aid, There was a Chinon nightingale That sang all night “You will not fail!” In much the same way it is you who have been our inspiration, who have made us feel we could not fail. Our four years at high school have been made successful by your encouragement, your assistance, and your advice, just as Joan of Arc’s success was made possible by the aid of her “voices,” and her loyal soldiers. Oftentimes when in trouble, we sought help from you. When we became discouraged, it was you who urged us onward. We shall never forget our high school years. To the teachers especially, do we owe our thanks. We are sorry that we shall no longer he with them next year, but we shall ever retain them in our memories. Classmates: We are now on the road to Orleans. It remains to be seen whether we shall succeed or fail. Whatever happens, let us not become discouraged when difficulty arises. Joan of Arc had to climb many rough roads but she reached her goal. Success does not come to those who do not strive for it. therefore we must work to be successful. Just as Joan of Arc conquered the enemy, so let us gain success and go “over the top.” At this time the country will demand many sacrifices of us, and we, as true patriots, must meet them squarely and do all in our power to help our nation. Whatever comes, we all rcoice in the fact that we shall owe much of the best in ur life to the four years we spent in the high school. Hulda Kratzke 18 THE CHRONICLE. XI. 0U (Hall Thelma Bertini “Tclma'’ “She doeth little kindnesses which most leave undone.” Thelma is a demure, quiet girl who has a hobby of being nice to every one. Her chief interest is her brother- We think Brother Bill is to be envied. Leslie Bristol “Red” “These fellows of infinite tongue, that can rhyme themselves into ladies’ favors—they do always then reason themselves out again.” Red is a good-natured lad, quite popular among the girls. Perhaps it’s his hair. He is an all-around athlete and noted for his track ability. James Burns “Bullet” “Better late than never.' When it comes to athletics, Jim is right there. In football he derived his nickname from his power in hitting the line. Burns is always ready to do his bit when it comes to the music line, too. James is so good at making excuses that we suspect him of an acquaintance with the Blarney Stone. Cyril Cass “Cycle” “A rare good man in his own good way, Who is always ready to say his say.” Cycle held down the honored office of class president for the senior year, with the dignity of a “Traffic cop.” His abilities are not confined to politics, however, as he has distinguished himself in athletics, managing and playing, and has shown oratorical powers in the auditorium. Besides all this, he is popular and we expect to hear of him in Holy Cross. xif. THE CHRONICLE. Fred Chapman “Fritz “A farmer’s life the life for me.” We understand that Fred would rather work on the farm than go to school. Not very complimentary to us, is it? He has a very excitable disposition, as the laboratory bill would indicate. But in spite of love for the farm, Fred says he prefers to live in the city. What is the attraction? Harry Chase “Chasie” “Some are born great, Some achieve greatness, And some have greatness thrust upon them.” As business manager for the Chronicle we can’t say enough for Harry. His has certainly been a career of “busyness.” Sarcastic, did you say? We can’t much wonder he is a trifle (?) conceited, considering the amount he has done for the class. Richard Clark “Dick “He’s a sure card.” “Dick” is a sure card when it comes to class affairs. His cheerful grin, his frank generosity, and his ability as president of the Vacation Club make him a favorite. Dorothy Collett “Dot “Of all the clever lasses There’s none so clever as she.” If you want a poster, call on Dot. She is noted for her ability as an artist and her dramatic talent. We think she likes to appear before the limelight. She also won first prize in the Chronicle story contest. Dot is a good, all-around sport and we always enjoy her company. THE CHRONICLE. XIII. Ruth Collins Ruthie” “Silence is the most perfect herald of joy.” “Ruthie” is very .quiet and gentle and never speaks unless spoken to. She always has her lessons prepared and causes her teachers no trouble. But never mind, Ruthie, we wish there were more like you in our class. Charlotte Drum Charlie” “She pays him in his own coin.” No one can put anything over on “Charlie.” At dancing she is a wonder but when it comes to flirting, “Charlie” simply can’t be beat. They say she has a weakness for sun’s Rays. Margaret Fogarty “Marg” “Tall and stately, she carries herself like a queen.” “Marg” is one of the popular members of our class. As “Mabel” in the Senior play she made a decided hit with her “Step-hen.” We wonder which is before her, a dramatic or a business career. Gerald Griffin Griff” “Smile and show your dimples.” “Griff” is the most optimistic fellow in our class. Nothing seems to worry him. Keep it up “Griff”— that’s the spirit. XIV. THE CHRONICLE. Helen Hayden 'Helena” “I never dare to write as funny as I can.” Helen is one of our best-natured girls. She is full of fun and as jolly as the day is long. She often amuses the class with her oral compositions and just loves (?) to prepare them. Her sole ambition is to keep the books from sliding off a bookkeeper’s desk. We wish you success, Helen. Ruth Heilmann Rufus” “Zeal and duty are not slow.” Talk about class spirit—“Rufus” is right there. Her interest centers in the gym so much that she is sometimes loath to leave it. “Rufus’” interest in War-wrens has been very noticeable. She has been elected the most popular girl of our class. Helen Hotchkiss Helen” “Her voice is ever soft, Gentle and low; an excellent thing in woman.” Helen is a quiet, unobtrusive little lass as may be gleaned from the above quotation. She has a praiseworthy characteristic in her unselfishness. Helen would share her last cent. She thoroughly enjoys this beautiful spring weather when driving her car. Donald Johnston “Don” “Be mine a better task to find A tribute to thy lofty mind.” Don aspires to be a second Caruso, and we think he is well on the way. Perhaps some day he will make our class famous, who knows? THE CHRONICLE. XV. Philip Judd “Pip” Will you sing?— More at your request than to please myself.” Pip” is noted for his singing. His voice may be heard throughout the school when the Glee Club rehearses. He gets into all activities—athletics, fun and troubles; i. e. Math. Elizabeth Keane Bessie” Troubles may come and troubles may go, but I worry not.” Bessie is the stoutest girl in our class. Her happy smile and congeniality are shown in everything she does. We all know Bessie is fond of the Andes Mts. Catharine Keeler “Cat” Knowledge is power.” Where did she ever get all that she knows? She can tell you—faithful work and diligence. She has distinguished herself as a poetess and alumni editor of the “Chronicle.” We understand she doesn’t like her red hair, but we think it’s nice. Janies Kelly “Jim” “Always at it wins the day.” Jim” is our class athlete. His squareness and sporting spirit wins him many friends among the boys. As for girls, we only hope that Jim will be as successful in caging “Bees” as he is in caging baskets. XVI. THE CHRONICLE. Hulda Kratzke “Hooldah” “Hard work earns its just reward.” Hulda is small but mighty. She was not only Edi-tor-in-Chief of the “Chronicle” and Treasurer of the Senior class, but also earned the honor of being Valedictorian. Hulda does well in everything she undertakes. We may truly say that Hulda is the pride of our class. Catherine Leonard “Kitty” “Her deep blue eyes smile constantly— As if they had by fitness, Won the secret of a happy dream, She does not care to speak.” We all like Kitty. She is industrious and hardworking, but nevertheless, always finds time to attend the Southington games. Why? We wonder. If you want to find out more about Catherine, look for Margaret. Edmund Leonard “Ebbiev “He that has good wits has much to answer for.” “Ebbie” has proved his popularity by carrying away the majority of the class elections. In other words— “good goods come in small packages.” His humor, also sarcasm, has been taxed to the utmost this last year. His one failing—he is “a gentleman that loves to hear himself talk, and will say more in a minute than he will stand in a month.” Mary Loomis “Marie” “A fig for care, and a fig for woe!” “Marie” has won distinction for her typewriting speed. She doesn’t seem to care much about anything. But do you know that it has been foretold that she has an art which can be seen from her chubby fingers? To think that she had been wearing a thimble to bed every night to conceal this art! THE CHRONICLE. XVII. Mary Manfreda “Mary” “Then she will talk—ye gods! how she will talk!” This is Mary all right. There seems to be no end to her tongue. To Mary’s musical talent we owe many pleasant hours this year in the gymnasium. Harry Markowitz “Marko” “It must be done like lightning.” Harry is as quick in thinking as in talking. He believes in the old saying, “Never leave until to-morrow that which can be done to-day.” Celia McNulty “Cel” “She is a lady So tender of rebukes that words are strokes, And strokes death to her.” Like the rest of us, she’s been here four years studying business, but has the failing of putting “Pleasure before business”; however, she gets after her pleasures in a business-like way. Celia’s chief pleasure is dancing. Nuf Ced! Agnes O’Neil “Aggie” “What so sweet and so fair Can with thee compare?” “Aggie” is a well-liked member of our class. We all admire her good nature and hail her with delight, especially when the “Chronicles” appear. She is a faithful student but has a bad habit of talking in French class. XVIII. THE CHRONICLE. Sherman Parker ‘Sherm’'1 “Not over serious, not over gay, A rare good fellow in his own good way.” “Sherm,” the Deacon, is a good natured, courteous lad whose picture makes him look like a “movie” actor. Your future looks bright “Deac,” but we like to make speeches in the auditorium, don’t we? Samuel Pinsker “Sam” “Sam, Sam, is a funny old man.” The saying ats him very well. Although Sam is the highest in standing of any boy in the class he still has time to have his fun. Wit and brains make a good combination. Perhaps in time they will overcome his radical ideas. Lucy Roper “Lu” “Howe’er it be, it seems to me, ’Tis only noble to be good.” “Lu” is always there when you want help. ’Twas she who made our Red Cross flag of which we are very proud. She won praise for her part in the Senior play. Lucy takes part in most of the school activities, yet she always manages to keep sweet. Edna Rosene “Enniev “How doth the little busy bee Improve each shining hour?” “Ennie” is a diligent pupil. She has a fondness for talking in typewriting class, but we forgive her for that. Her enthusiasm for basketball did much to make the season successful. Her skill in school is only equalled by her mastery of Ouija. THE CHRONICLE. XIX. Corrine Rundle “Billy” “Brilliant objects catch the eye.” “Billy” is a mild girl with a quiet but not backward manner. She has the popularity of “Class Beauty,” and the fame of “Class Artist.” Leslie Rundle “Nip” “The wisest man is generally he who thinks himself the least so.” “Nip” is one of the few members of our class who have been on the honor roll for four years. We all know “Nip” likes “Roses.” “Nip” has been popular in athletics. Mabel Rushworth “Rushy” “Good humor is always a success.” Good nature and quick wit are Mabel’s charms. She hails from the neighboring metropolis, Yalesville. Ask her if she likes moonlight walks. Marion Sheehy “Molly” “It becomes me to be modest.” “Mally” is a very quiet girl; she seldom talks, but when she does we all understand that she means what she says (?) “Mally” intends to join an ambulance unit after graduation. XX. THE CHRONICLE. Edna Squires “Ed” “Maiden, with the fair brown ( ?) tresses, Shading o’er the deep blue eye.” Edna comes from North Haven, but that doesn’t harm her any. Edna has a bright future ahead of her, if she goes to Texas, but for our part, we’ll hate to lose her. Lloyd Steele “Jim” “For thy sake, tobacco, I Would do anything but die.” Jim is a good natured lad who loves to study ( P'1 His greatest hobby is having his lessons prepared (?) He is a great favorite among the boys and a star in Fred Ulbrich “Freddie” “I aim to be champion in all I do.” Fred is a quiet, unassuming, little fellow. In English he is a star ( ?) and in Office Training he proved his ability to secure a job from Mr. Kratzer with the aid of a pocket dictionery. We fear that his finances will always suffer from his love of candy. Home Guards. Benjamin Vogel “Bennie” “I’ll bet’cha a dollar.” If Bennie possessed all the money he talks about, he’d be one of Wallingford’s few millionaires. His interest in farming is a start in the right direction. THE CHRONICLE. XXI. Adelaide Wallace “Addie” “Stick to your aim.” Adelaide Verna Wallace has done this for four years. If she had been a little more faithful at certain times, she would have been on the honor roll. “Addie” played the part of “Julie,” the modiste’s apprentice in the French play, “Madame est Sortie.” John Welch “Sliver” “Strange to the world, he wore a bashful look.” Johnnie has been called a woman hater, but thos who know him doubt it. He’s an ambitious fellow and fond of making resolutions but does he keep them? Well, we appreciate his good intentions. Nellie Wooding “Nell” “The race is not always to the swift.” Nellie always gets there even if she does take her time. In error-proof typewriting, Nellie’s smooth precision always lands her first. We understand her greatest ambition is to be a boy, so she can join the army, but we wonder what kind of a soldier she would make. CLASS SONG Four years have now passed and the parting is nigh, When our comrades will leave this dear hall, With the sounds of their merriment all gone for aye, From their laughter, no glad echo’s call, Good friends they have been through each swift fleeting year, And although now our ways soon must part Their memories ever will linger more dear In the depths of our faithful school-heart. Farewell, then, ye leaders of school life so gay, God speed ye, where e’er ye may go, And the many perhaps will be called far away, Here’s hoping success you may know. But let the dreams come of the school days gone by, And in thought, just return to this scene, May its memory fair in your heart never die, The Class Day of 1918. Junior Committee: Carroll Foster ’19 Arthur Hall ’19 Name Significance of name Character Bertini Bristol A flower Patriotic Agreeable Burns A supplanter pleasant ✓ Cass Lordly Independent Chapman Abounding in peace Slow Chase Head of a house Cynical Clarke A strong king-powerful Generous Collet “trtft-eCjGod Clever Collins Beauty Quiet Downey A northman Happy Drum Strong-spirited Naughty Fogarty A pearl Cute Griffen Strong with the spear Responsive Hayden Light Amiable Heilman Beauty Adaptable Hotchkiss Light Dreamy Keeler Pure Unassuming Johnston Proud chief Dignified Judd Lover of horses Harmonious? Keane 1 4 Consecrated to God Fussy Kelly A supplanter Good sport Kratzke A weasel Alert Pet Phrase Chief interest Bugbear How did they ever graduate? “Kill the Kaiser” Brother Bill German Just did “Got your Math done?” Oil cans Chemistry Stalled through “Clear as mud’’ Oral compositions French On his good nature “Six of one and half dozen of the other” No. Colony St. Gas meters With the help of his apologies “How do you like my tie?” Bean Town Sachet pussies Working on a farm “Curses” Sisters Himself Had a pull ‘You’re a crook” “Treats” “Alice” Hard work (?) “Heavens” Juniors Theatricals Ask Carrol “We don’t know'’ Obscurity Talking Diligence “That’ll get him” Cigarettes Study Wasn't noticed “You can tell the world” Sun's “Rays” Dancing Flirted thru ‘Isn’t it a scream?” Southington Coiffures On her speed “Gosh, I don’t know” Bridgeport Broken specs Politeness “I’ll say so” Nash-ville Prom Pleasant ways “I’ll be darned” Champion typist ’’War Wrens ' Ability “That’s right” My car Punctured tires Quietness “I should think” Writing poetry Grinding Midnight oil “Get your feet off my chair” Prospect Beach Singing to (S) quires Commuted thru “Hasn’t got anything on V Northford Wall-flowers By not worrying “I had ’em taken seven times” Andes Mts. News from Camp Devens Glided thru “The kid all by himself” Matrimony Bees Landed a goal “I know I’m going to flunk” To be first in her class M. Loomis Brains XXII. THE CHRONICLE. Name Significance of name Leonard, C. Pure Leonard, E. Defender of happiness Loomis Star of the sea Manfreda Star of the sea Markowitz Head of a house McNulty • Dim-sighted O’Neil Pure Parker Willow Pinsker Heard by God Roper Born at the break of day Rosene Pleasure Rundle, C. Maiden Rundle, L Sheehy Star of the sea Rushworth Lovable Squires Pleasure Steele Warrior Ulbrich Abounding in peace Vogel Son of the right hand Wallace A princess Welch The gracious gift of God Wooding Light Character • Pet Phrase Obliging y “Oh, boy!” Angelic? “Nice people” Accommodating “I should worry” Loquacious “Got your report � yet? Shrewd “Here it is” Even ‘‘Isn’t he swell?” Sweet “Ye gods” Dreamy “Ask him?” Keen- “I came to collect” Tactful- “It’s weird” Frank “Ding it” Varied - “Not on your life” Changeable “A razz” Calm- “Any time” Moony “I’m not going to tell you” Worried “It’s the worst thing” Smoky « “Give us a nickel” Dependable “Gee whizz!” Funny We don’t care to repeat it Solemn “I haven’t done I my French yet” Admirable “You are not with us” Pious “No, you shouldn’t do that” Chief interest Bugbear Margaret Wallaces Lunches in shorthand class Socialism Latin Welch's grape fruit Dishing ice cream His looks Math. Fancy work Ouija boards Watching the Dock (er) Raspberry sundaes Neatness Walks Commuting Meriden Hatchi’s special Farming Graduation presents Sleigh rides Home on the farm How did they ever graduate? Bookkeeping We should worry The faculty Trotted through H. Kratzke Ingenuity Frivolity On her German Girls Study Shorthand Hatchi’s Clothes Reading electric meters Red Cross flags Speed tests Movies Peanut hunts Meriden Arms English “Mud Guards Efficiency Being witty That fraction Make up work A man (?) Translating French Courtesy On his weight Sweetness Merit Camouflage On his pompadour Meekness Endeavor Close shave We wonder With a dictionary Pity of faculty Wheeled thru Blushed thru Punctuality H X W n X o X I—I n r w x X XXIV. THE CHRONICLE. (Elaas Sag Numbers PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS We, the class of 1918, extend you a cordial welcome. Four years have now passed since we entered the high school. During this time we have spent many pleasant days, around which the fondest memories will ever cling and of which we can only think with a tear of regret that they have passed so soon. Our first three years were spent in hard work, yet we had plenty of time for play; many little incidents taking place which we shall remember for many years to come. The dawn of our fourth year found our beloved country at war. Then, with true patriotism, our work and our play together carried with them the effect of our love and admiration for the Stars and Stripes, that dear emblem of liberty, fraternity and equality. Like the rose, life is full of thorns. Yet if we try hard their needle points can be avoided. So, let us enjoy these last few hours while we still have them with us; let us see if we cannot make this night the happiest of our high school course. Friends, you who have taken such an interest in our work, to you these exercises may recall the time when you passed thru the same ordeal. We ask you then to hear us patiently and criticize charitably while we endeavor to amuse you; for our only wish is that you may be amply repaid for your attendance and attention. Should you find a few grains, worthy of note, we trust you will be liberal with your admiration. We know no words which would emphasize too strongly our indebtedness to you who conferred upon us the honor of being the first class to graduate from this beautiful building. No matter into what stage of Life we enter now or later, we shall always look back with pride and thankfulness to the taxpayers whose generosity and the committee whose diligence made the building of this school possible. Again, the class extends its most hearty and sincere welcome to all who have assembled to witness the program for the evening. Welcome parents, teachers, friends, thrice welcome, is the greeting of the class of 1918. Cyril Cass ’i8 CLASS HISTORY “Backward, turn backward O Time, in thy flight ” The class of 1918 asks you to turn back to the many and illustrious events of four fleeting years. One wonderful September morning of the year 1914 a troop, one hundred twenty-nine strong, we climbed to the dear old building on the hill. Filled to the brim with excitement, we took our places as Freshmen sqprcely noticed by our sister class, the Juniors, or their majesties, the Seniors. In fact, we were quite free from annoyances throughout the year in that we had the building practically to ourselves from one to four-thirty in the afternoon. Having no one to lead us into mischief, we passed through this first year— a model class. Our social and class affairs were so few that we found no necessity for class organization. THE CHRONICLE. XXV. We haven’t forgotten, however, the hike to Mount Carmel, headed by Mr. Stack and how some of our more adventurous members tried to solve the mysteries of the ‘‘Old Leather Man’s Cave.” The following spring, we hiked to West Peak. After a lunch, we remember because of its good substantial points, we climbed to Castle Craig. Many of our party, not satisfied that our day had been long enough, stayed for dancing in the evening. So the year flew by and we were Sophomores. So proud of our new cognomen that we hardly knew how best to show it, we early in the year elected class officers: President, John Leonard ; Vice-President, Anna Pendleton; Secretary, Edmund Leonard; Treasurer, James Kelly. Class pins were ordered and soon there was scarcely a Soph who was not proudly displaying the mark of ’18 not only in numerals but also in pranks which seemed to be the order of the day. Who can forget the brightness of some of the members of our class who liberally filled the ink wells with carbide ? Who will forget circus day in our town and how much more circus manoeuvers appealed to us than routine work ? The year drew quickly to a close with us hardly realizing that we had reached another milestone in our journey and were to be ranked as Juniors. With a just pride in our classification as upper classmen, we began to plan to live up to the standard set for us. Under the direction of our principal, Mr. Mayhew, events quickly shaped themselves. Early in the fall the laying of the corner stone of our new high school was announced. Our class marched as a unit of the High School organization. We wonder if we need to say more. Did any one say rain? It seemed as if it couldn’t have stormed harder. In spite of the downpour, however, our enthusiasm was not dampened. We then realized that we were spending our last year on the hill and could look forward happily to the early completion of the new high school. Early in the fall a dramatic club was formed and about the same time the Washington Club, which was to include members of the upper classes. Dances were held at intervals to increase the funds for the trip and in May the play, “Mr. Bob,” was given. From the amount cleared from this, the proposed trip seemed to become more of a reality. In the meantime means had to be provided for the annual Prom for the Seniors. Green Stockings” was finally given, coached by Miss Morrisey and Mr. Curran and the Prom, too, became a surety. It was held in the Armory and we all had a good time. Our Senior guests realized that even if our funds were low, we knew how to entertain. The climax of Junior events was our trip to Maine. Lucky, indeed, were those fortunate enough to be included in the membership of the Club at the end of the year. TTie sights of Boston, the exciting trip by boat from Boston to Portland, beautiful Portland, and its places of historic interest will surely never be forgotten by us as we saw them for the first time. With almost a sigh, we returned to our homes for the remainder of the vacation and looked eagerly forward to the new building and all it held in store for us. At last we had arrived at the final stage of our high school journey, we were Seniors—proud, happy Seniors. With what pride we entered the new building and with what expectancy we looked forward to our graduation—-the first in our new high school. Hardly had we settled down to the routine of school work when, like a bomb exploding in our midst, we heard of the resignation of our principal, XXVI. THE CHRONICLE. Mr. Mayhew. We soon were busy planning a reception and banquet in his honor. This was held in the gymnasium and in a small way we tried to show him how much we appreciated what he had done for us. Mr. Kratzer, our superintendent, then became principal. A vacation club having been formed early in the year, the farces, “Sup -pressed Desires,” and “The Knot of White Ribbon” were given by members of the class to add to the vacation fund. Our interest in athletics became quite noticeable. Our class was well represented in the school football and basketball teams by such stars as Burns, Cass, Kelly and Rundle. The Senior boys won quite easily the interclass championship, both in basketball and track. We have had not only athletic spirit but with it class spirit, celebrating with a Senior day just before the Christmas holidays. Boys dressed in gala attire and girls with uniform in keeping with the holiday time, surely enlivened the spirit of the recitations we attended through the day. Wondering underclassmen looked at us with questioning glances. We only answered them with a jingle. With all our pleasure, we have not lost sight of our duties to our country and with true patriotism have entered heartily into the different' phases of war work. To earn enough for Junior Red Cross membership, our winning basketball team challenged the dignified faculty members to a game to be played in our gymnasium. We won’t easily forget the unbridled dash and spirit of both teams and the amusement afforded the spectators who were so noisy at times that it was with difficulty that the referee’s decisions were given. The score we find now to be unimportant—we only like to remember that the game gave our class the coveted ioo per cent membership in the Junior Red Cross. Besides this we have worked industriously to keep our class first in the sale of Thrift Stamps. The girls have also done their “bit” by marking garments for Children of the Frontier and several have taken an active part in the Junior Home Economics Club. Now happily looking forward to a trip to Mt. Tom, intermingling as ever pleasure with duty, we realize that our course is drawing to a close. We almost with regret relinquish our places to our successors—the class of 1919. We wish they may have as many good times as we have had in our four short years. Agnes q’Neil T8 Nellie Wooding ’18 CLASS HONORS Most popular girl .....................................Ruth Heilman Most popular boy ....................................Edmund Leonard Most school spirit .............................................Harry Chase Most ambitious.........................................Hulda Kratzke Most bashful .......................................... Ruth Collins Loudest talker ......................................Benjamin Vogel Most musical..........................................Mary Manfreda Girl flirt ...........................................Charlotte Drum Boy flirt ...........................................Edmund Leonard Most happy-go-lucky ....................................Mary Loomis Best girl dancer...........................................Charlotte Drum Best boy dancer.......................................Edmund Leonard Wittiest ............................................Benjamin Vogel Best natured...................................................Helen Hayden THE CHRONICLE. XXVII. Most important...............................................Harry Chase First to get married: Boy .......................’.............................James Kelly Girl.................................................Charlotte Drum Class athlete .......................................................James Kelly Best looking girl...........................................Corrine Rundle Best looking boy...................................................Sherman Parker Worst kicker........................................................Edmund Leonard Sweetest girl.................................................Lucy Roper Manliest boy .................................................John Welch Most generous .............................................Richard Clark Neatest.....................................................Marion Sheehy Greatest kidder.....................................................Edmund Leonard Biggest dude................................................ Harry Chase Most scholarly ..............................................Hulda Kratzke Teacher’s pet................................................Harry Chase Most optimistic ..........................................Gerald Griffin Most pessimistic .........................................Edna Squires Worst borrower ..............................................Lloyd Steele Best dresser ..............................................Corinne Rundle Cleverest .................................................Dorothy Collett Worst man hater...............................................Ruth Collins Worst woman hater .......................................... John Welch CLASS GIFTS Thelma Bertini We give you a gun. It shoots with a “pop.” Have patience. Aim well. Perhaps your German will drop. Leslie Bristol This is our liitle gift to you, So you can stall your whole life thru. James Burns You’ve always been quite slow indeed, Take this battery, it may give you speed. Cyril Cass You've played with two girls For the whole year past. For fear they get onto you, Make use of this mask. Harry Chase ’Tis your ambition to soar above the rest, (aeroplane) We all know the way you throw out your chest. If you fall out of this, you’ll at least come down To the level of us upon the ground. Dick Clarke You’ve been a man of all work for the Senior class, As a messenger boy none can surpass, We’d like to reward you for your time, So we give you this medal. It cost us a dime. XXVIII. THE CHRONICLE. Dorothy. Collett Ruth Collins Charlotte Drum Margaret Fogarty Gerald Griffin Helen Hayden Ruth Heilman (engagement book ! Helen Hotchkiss Donald Johnston Fhilip Judd Elizabeth Keane Catherine Keeler Dot, you do most everything, You dance, you act and even sing, A book of songs we give to you So you can keep on Carroll-ing. Ruth, you’ve always been a demure young lady. Take the hint, We give you this candy. It’s pep-permint. Is it true you cry each day, All for a mere man who went away? Here’s a hankie to dry. your tears, He’ll come back so calm your fears. Every morning when you come into class. You use the door for your looking glass. We know hair cannot be fixed without a comb, So use this one, but before you leave home. We all realize it’s nice to smile, Not all the time, but once in a while; If someone should tire of seeing you grin, Use this wash-board to rub it in. We know nothing about you to put into rhyme. In finding your gift, we had a hard time. We give you this key so that always you may Lock all your secrets safely away. Ruth, you’ve always been a busy girl, Your head must be in a continuous whirl, Jot down your dates of every kind. It’ll help to straighten out your mind. You’re voice is soft and sweet and low, But you can talk louder as we all know; A yeast cake will help you in future years, To raise your voice, lest we strain our ears. If you would be a singer of high note, Climb up this ladder. It may save your throat. A moustache is our gift to you, Pip, In exchange for the one we shaved from your lip. Lightning was “invented,” so you say; A kite will remind you of that day. Now just a minute, we’re not unkind, A slip of the tongue is no fault of the mind. You’ll soon be departing in search of more knowledge. Use this little broom to make a clean sweep of college. THE CHRONICLE. XXIX. James Kelly Hulda Kratzke Catherine Leonard (Fire-cracker) Edmund Leonard Vfary Loomis Mary Manfreda Harry Markowitz Celia McNulty Agnes O’Neil Sherman Parker Samuel Pinsker Jim, even when the war is over, Domestic life is never all clover. May this Shield save you from harm. The place for Shields is on your arm. Hulda, you cannot throw erasers around And not expect them to make any sound. Here’s a ball. If you feel you must play, Throw this instead. It’s the safest way. They tell us that you are pretty good fun, When you get going, you’ll make things hum; Since you need waking up, this will do the deed, It will help to give you a little more speed. We all like little Ebbie, his smile ts so bright, On the whole, we think he’s all right. He’s been petted and pampered all thru the year, Now we find he’s a spoiled little “Dear.” To a fresh little boy we give this salt. If he doesn’t see the joke, it’s not my fault. Lunches in class are against the rule, But they are allowed now you’re out of school. A Hershey bar is our gift to you. We hope no teacher will see you chew. May this serve as a platform for your political career, Some day famous speeches we expect we will hear. Your fast talking has made the faculty frown, When you see this sign, remember—“Slow Down.” Celia, you’re too quiet so we’ve found, We never have heard you make a sound. Take this horn and make it blow, Long and loud, before you go. We have been told you’re particular whom you have for a beau, Whether ’tis true or not, we do not know, In case it is, we give you this can, It’s the very best way to get rid of a man. Sherman, are you vain? You're the best looking boy in the Senior class. Now you’re blushing. Shall I prove it? Here’s a looking glass. May a harmonica help you and your friends To forget the past and make amends; We think it will help you to find a way “ To live in harmony every day. XXX. THE CHRONICLE. Lucy Roper Edna Rosene Corinne Rundle Leslie Rundle Marion Sheehey Edna Squires Lloyd Steele Fred Ulbrich Benjamin Vogel (a brick) Adelaide Wallace John Welch Nellie Wooding The night of our Senior play you said, “I don’t admire white hair when it’s on my head.” Why not decide to use this sage? It will darken your hair, so you never will age. Edna is fond of making a noise. Now whistling in class is most common to boys, So keep your lips tight with this wooden clothes pin, When you feel you must whistle, it’ll keep the sound in. As a name for this boat, “Tweedle” will do, Be sure you dock her (Docker) along side of you- Nip, raspberry sundaes were meant for you, Some day you’ll find some one who will prove to be true. It’s hard to tell whether you are laughing or crying, Sometimes we even have heard you sighing, Put out this sign so we may know Without your needing to tell us so. L. C. L. meant low cost of living to you, But now-a-days that is too good to be true. Save up your pennies that it may be Always to you a reality. We bought you these Sen-Sens, but if you would buy more, I suppose you will put them on Griff’s “Cellar Door.” Card cases are things that are hard to get, We give you this one, so cease to fret, You see we realize you have worked so hard All for a mere case to hold your card. Bennie, you’re a good looking fellow, we must admit, Somehow the name “Irish” doesn’t seem to fit. Perhaps it applies to your disposition If that is true, you’ll need this ammunition. Addie, you’re just a bit too sensitive. Here’s some cotton to soften the knocks we give, Johnnie, you’re a woman hater, Here’s a tie, do use it later; You see the color of it’s red, Girls love that hue, we’ve heard it said. Nellie has always been so exact In all her work we’ve found that a fact. She works with zeal that’s unsurpassed, When it comes to measuring, she can’t be outclassed. Dorothy Collett ’18 Edmund Leonard ’i8 THE CHRONICLE. XXXI. CLASS PROPHECY Two members of the illustrious class of 1918 had often wondered what the future held in store for their classmates. Finally one of them suggested that they consult a Ouija board, for we all know that these magical boards are famed for their prophecies. So on Class Day, June 27, 1917, these two members sought the counsel of a Ouija board. Let’s take the names alphabetically. It will be much easier, and I have a list with me,” said one of them. First, Ouija, where will Thelma Bertini be in a few years hence?” She will be at the head of a recreation home for the soldiers who will return from France.” “Ouija, can you tell us anything about Leslie Bristol?” “Yes, he will be President of the Standard Oil Co. in 1950.” And Burns?” In a few years, Burns will be a member of the All-American Football Team.” What will Cyril Cass, our Class President, be doing?” He will preside at the Hague.” And now what can you tell us about Harry Chase ?” Harry will become a civil engineer, and will probably teach also.” What will Dick Clarke be doing ten years from now?” He will personally conduct Senior classes to Washington.” I suppose Dorothy Collett will become an artist, will she not?” No, Dot will become an actress, and will acquire much fame.” “Now, Ouija, do you know what Ruth Collins .will be doing?” Ruth will write a book called ‘The Secret of Success.’ ” I wonder what the secret of success is? Ouija, can you tell us?” “Talk less.” And Charlotte Drum, what of her?” She will become a renowned dancer and will continue to look for men and still more men.” “We next come to Margaret Fogarty. In what pursuit will Margaret be engaged ?” She will become a hair dresser for New York society women.” Come now, Ouija, tell us about Gerald Griffin.” Gerald will be the proprietor of an ice cream parlor in a Connecticut cityr” Helen Hayden—where will she be in about twenty years?” On the stage, taking the part of a comedian.” XXXII. THE CHRONICLE. “To what does Ruth Heilman aspire?” “To teach in the Lyman Hall High School.” “What will quiet Helen Hotchkiss be doing in the future?” “She will serve her country, enlisting as a chauffeur for service in France.” “And Donald Johnston, what of him?” “Donald will surely become one of the fastest runners of the country, due to his sprinting for the car in his Senior year.” “Philip Judd is next on the list. What will become of him in two or three years?” “Judd will run a barber shop, specializing in trimming moustaches.” “What will be Elizabeth Keane’s occupation?” “She will become a photographer, and will enjoy taking the same picture at least ten times.” “Catharine Keeler—our salutatorian—what will she be doing?” “She will win laurels for herself as a poetess.” “Can you tell us what James Kelly will be doing in the world?” “James will write a book which will become very popular.” “What will be its title?” “Matrimony.” “And our valedictorian, Hulda Kratzke, where will she be?” “Hulda will be office manager of the H. L. Judd Co.” “Do you know what Catherine Leonard aims to become?” “A Red Cross nurse.” “What vocation will Edmund Leonard pursue?” “He will be an assistant to a Latin professor in college.” “Little Mary Loomis, what about her?” “Connecticut’s speediest and most accurate shorthand writer.” “Mary Manfreda?” “She will not be able to resist talking, so will become an orator.” “Will Markowitz do anything good for his country?” “Yes, he will manufacture chewing gum for Senior classes only.” “Can you tell us anything about Cecelia McNulty?” “She will become- a suffragette and address large audiences of women. Her voice will be heard for a long distance.” “What is in store for Agnes O’Neill ?” “She will become a French teacher of fame.” “Parker was always a star in Chemistry. Will he be engaged in that kind of work in the future?” “Yes, he will teach Chemistry in Yale College.” THE CHRONICLE. XXXIII. “Well, Ouija, I hate to trouble you any more, but I must find out what the rest of our classmates will do. What will become of Finsker, the Latin shark ?” “Pinsker will run a tailor shop on Fifth Avenue.” “We now reach Lucy Roper. Ouija, what do you prophesy for her?” “Head of the Wallingford Red Cross.” “What will Edna Rosene’s future be?” “She will become a Red Cross nurse.” “Corinne Rundle, our class beauty, is next on the list. Have you a good prophesy for her?” “Artists will delight in painting her portrait to adorn magazine covers.” “Leslie Rundle”—And now what will be his future?” “He will succeed to Secretary McAdoo’s position.” “Ouija, have you heard from Mabel Rushworth lately?” “Yes.” “How will she be passing her time in the future?” “She will drive a jitney between Yalesville and Wallingford.” “What is in store for Marion Sheehey?” “Marion will catch the eye of a French count and live happily ever after.” “Will Edna Squires fulfill her heart’s desire to travel?” “Yes, in becoming a traveling saleswoman.” “Will Lloyd Steele continue in his studies? You know he enjoys school so very much.” “No, because of his fluency in Spanish, he will be a South American representative for the F. W. Wool worth Company.” “Will Fred Ulbrich accomplish his aim to be an expert typist?” “Yes, he will be the champion typist of the state.” “Does Bennie Vogel intend to remain in the State Guards?” “No, he aspires to be captain of a regiment Somewhere in France.” “We are nearing the end now, Ouija. Will Addie Wallace do commercial work?” “Yes, as a private secretary to a young physician.” “I would like to know what John Welch expects to.do. Do you know?” “It is quite probable that he will conduct a dancing school at Plalm Beach.” Industrious Nellie Wooding, what occupation will she pursue?” “Nellie will become a canning demonstrator for the Home Economics League.” Edna Rosene i8 Leslie Rundle ’i8 XXXIV. THE CHRONICLE. CLASS WILL To All Persons to Whom These Presents Shall Come: We, the Class of 1918, of the Lyman Hall High School of the Town of Wallingford, County of New Haven, in the State of Connecticut, having reached the end of our brilliant career, and being of sound and disposing mind and memory, do make and declare this to be our last will and testament in manner and form following, to wit: To all future students of the High School, we bequeath our splendid school and equipment and hope that they may keep it as well as we, the first graduating class have done. We bequeath our right, as seniors, to do as we please and have preference above all other classes, to the Juniors who are soon to enter our dignified position. To the Building and High School Committee, we give our sincere thanks for the wonderful building which they have been the means of our having. We bequeath the great aim and control of our two senior pitchers to any two members of the American Hand Grenade Service abroad, with the expectation that when they are hurling bombs at the enemy in No Man’s land they will hit the Kaiser at his palace in Berlin. To the members of the facutly, whom we have tried severely during our school career, we bequeath our good nature, which we hope they will exercise on all undergraduates. To the Juniors, we bequeath our text books, the worn pages of which may serve to show them the great amount of time we spent in the preparation of our lessons. To Richard Clarke, President of our Vacation Club, we give a wheelbarrow with the hope that by means of it he can get the Seniors to Washington. The members of the class who have made individual bequests are as follows: I, Lloyd Steele, give my position as High School recruiting officer for the Home Guards to Leon Granniss. I, Philip Judd, give my superabundance of tobacco and cigarettes to the members of our alumni now in service ‘‘Over There”; and my marvelous bass voice to Robert Craig, so that the Glee Club Riehearsals will not fail for lack of a bass foundation. I, Benjamin Vogel, leave to all undergraduates, who make personal application, my secret scheme for getting by without ever opening a book. I, Sherman Parker, bequeath my great knowledge in chemistry to any Junior, who would appreciate it. I, James Burns, leave my unrestricted right to play hookey to Michael Bridgett of the Sophomore Class. I, Leslie Bristol, bequeath my habit of stalling, to any Sophomore whose lack of preparation in his studies will cause it to be necessary. I, Harry Chase, leave one year’s subscription to my beloved Chronicle to anyone who happens to want it. I, Donald Johnston, will my privilege to leave school anywhere from quarter of one to one o’clock to any out of town student who wants to miss part of a recitation. THE CHRONICLE. XXXV. We hereby nominate and appoint Seymour D. Hall executor of this our last will and testament, with the hope that he will perform his duty as quietly and unobtrusively as he does his school duties. In testimony whereof we have hereunto subscribed our name and affixed our seal this first day of June, 1918. Class of 1918. Sealed, subscribed, published and declared by the class of 1918 as and for their last will and testament in the presence of us the undersigned witnesses who at their request and in their presence and in the presence of each other hereunto subscribed our names and witnesses the day and year above written. 1. Woodrow Wilson, Washington, D. C. 2. Lloyd George, England. 3. Marcus Holcomb, Hartford, Conn. We, the Senior Class of the Lyman Hall High School of the Town of Wallingford and the State of Connecticut, having forgotten as usual, about half we wanted to say, do hereby make, publish and declare this codicil to and as a part of our last will and testament which bears date June 27th; 1918, to wit: To the Juniors, we bequeath our laboratory aprons, which, tho they do not protect the clothes from acid, as is their purpose, nevertheless make one look like a real intelligent chemist. To the waste basket, which we neglected during our school career, we now leave our German books, all which tend to glorify Prussian Militarism. The personal bequests are as follows: I, Charlotte Drum, will my dancing ability to Margaret Rundle. I, Gerald Griffin, leave my ability as a runner to any Junior, who cares to possess it, for isince I came in near the end of the cross-country run, I have no further use for it. I, James Kelly, give my great athletic ability, to any undergraduate who can exercise it without neglecting his studies. I, Ruth Collins, bequeath my modesty, meekness and retiring disposition to Helen Butler of the Junior Class. I, Harry Markowitz, leave my supply of chewing gum to furnish the senior classes for the next ten years. I, Dorothy Collett, bequeath my ability as a famous actress to Idly Hill-bom, and hope that she will live up to my reputation. I, Mary Manfreda, gives my talent for music and my munificent salary for playing in the auditorium Friday mornings to any Junior girl in need of the money. In witness whereof we have hereunto subscribed our name and affixed our seal this 27th day of June, 1918. Class of 1918. The within and foregoing instruments purporting to be the last will and testament and codicil thereto of the class of 1918, last of the L. H. H. S., having been presented for probate and all parties interested in the probate thereof having had notice of the hearing thereon, and being delighted with their valuable and suitable bequests—said instruments are proved, approved and allowed as the last will and testament of said class and ordered to be recorded. Harry Markowitz ’18 Donald Johnston T8 XXXVI. THE CHRONICLE. THINGS THAT NEVER HAPPEN: Thelma doesn’t mention Brother Bill for a whole day. Bristol has all his lessons Burns recites in French. Cass loses his dignity. Chapman doesn’t tear his hair. Chase doesn’t talk. Clarke makes a real joke. Dorothy isn’t in a play. Ruth Collins leads a cheer. Charlotte doesn’t thank us from the bottom of her heart. Margaret doesn’t use the bookcase mirror. Griffin doesn’t smile. , Helen Hayden doesn’t turn around in bookkeeping. Ruth Heilmann ceases to be a good sport. Helen Hotchkiss shows some spirit. Johnston loses his interest in the shore. Judd forgets to eat. Elizabeth Keane neglects her soldier boys. Catharine Keeler takes a day off. Kelly isn’t a “beastly Wop.” Hulda is over-confident. Catherine Leonard is seen without Margaret Fogarty-Leonard doesn’t look for a fight. Mary Loomis gets excited. Mary Manfreda becomes a Republican. Markowitz embraces Pinsker. Celia doesn’t get lost. Agnes doesn’t say “Ye-ah.” Parker doesn’t stutter. Pinsker enjoys a rest. Lucy loses her temper. Edna Rosene is free from worry. Corinne doesn’t have a Sunday night caller. Rundle is optimistic. Mabel leaves off her headache band. Marion doesn’t receive her Saturday letter. Edna Squires is pleased with everything. Steele doesn’t need to borrow. Ulbrich pays all his Senior Club dues. Vogel uses a razor. Addie sees a joke. Welch doesn’t drawl. Nellie finishes the Class History. TRUE BLUE SERGE SUITS WHITE FLANNEL TROUSERS SHOES UNIFORMS OF ALL KINDS SILK SHI RTS STETSON AND ZENITH SHOES ALWAYS RELIABLE MEIGS CO. 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