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

Text from Pages 1 - 48 of the 1938 volume:

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Station sixes and eights Sales and Service Agent for “Conn” “Buescher” “Selmer” and other Instruments Compliments of Compliments of WALLINGFORD BAKERY Try our Cakes Pastries for your next party PHILIP WOLF 8C SON Assorted rolls and breads for all occasions TABLE OF CONTENTS Chronicle Staff .... 1 Picture—Basketball Team 2 Editorials—We'll Take Them Next Time The Child Welfare Exhibit 4 Henry Barnard ... 4 To the Students of Lyman Hall An Appreciation . 6 A Musical Treat ... b Poem—Fog . 6 Literature—Poem—On a Dreary Winter Day The Tale of Becky’s Garden 8 i The King of Winter Sports Poem—Winter Set . 10 Honesty Is the Best Policy 10 Ski Trails Cross . . . 11 Poem—Night . 12 Coincidence . . 15 Poem—King of Storm . 15 The Life and Loves of Beethoven 14 Honor Roll . . 15 News ..... lb Alumni . 23 Exchanges .... 24 Sports .... 25 Jokes ..... 29 PUBLISHED BI-MONTHLY Single Copy 35c Subscription Price $1.C0 CHRONICLE STAFF Lyman Hall High School, Wallingford, Connecticut Editor-in-chief, Roberta Bingham, '38 Literary Jean Morrison, ’38 Esther Miller, '39 John May, ’39 Barbara Cottrill, ’40 Ruth Johnson, ’40 Jokes Theodore Lendler, ’38 Robert Applegate, ’39 Ruth Backcs, '40 Sports Leo Ciszek, ’38 Robert Thompson, ’39 Robert Heath, ’40 Exchanges Bernice Smith, ’38 Mildred Szad, ’39 Carolyn Masoni, ’40 Art Jane Bassett, ’38 Ruth Sawtell, ’38 Virginia Brazeau, ’39 Thomas Windsor, ’39 Kenneth Wright, ’39 Jean Foraker, ’40 News Raymond Bartel, ’38 Raymond Lee, ’38 Morris Gelblum, ’39 Charles Upham, ’39 Harriet Gelblum, ’40 David Anderson, ’40 Alumni Dexter Jeffords, ’38 Barbara Hall, ’39 Charles Stearns, ’40 Josephine Risso, ’40 Faculty Adviser, Miss Boardman BUSINESS STAFF Business Manager....................................William Porter, ’38 Advertising Manager..................................Donald Foulkes, ’38 Assistant Advertising Manager..............................Carl Isakson, ’38 Circulation Manager..............................Althea Thompson, ’38 Office Manager...................................Marion O’Connell, ’39 Catherine Bridgett, '38 ASSOCIATES Anna Luby, ’38 Mary Lee Conway, '38 Marcia Williams, ’38 Ethel Kosa, ’38 Betty Young, ’38 Barbara Burghoff, ’39 John Cummings, ’39 Eleanor Leonard, ’39 Doris Roberge, ’39 Andrew Sari, ’39 Victor Thunberg, ’39 Margaret Auld, ’40 Inez Malentacchi, ’40 Wilma Freeberg, ’40 Albert Sutterlin, ’40 Thelma Jeffords, ’40 Bernice Zemki, ’40 Frank Ferrari, ’38 Typists Edna Hintz, ’38 Hilda Markow, ’38 Faculty Adviser, Miss W hittaker BASKETBALL TEAM Front Row—Talbot, Purcell, Riccitelli, Lendler, Balon Back Row—Thompson (Mgr.), Kischkum, Gannon, Brosnan, Bellows, Biega, Coach Fernald “We’ll Take Them Next Time” Just a short while ago I read an article about a young fellow called Sandy, who was on a basketball team. You girls who have brothers know how conceited and how sure of themselves they can be sometimes. This was the way with Sandy. He was absolutely sure that his team would win the game, but it lost. Just before the next game Sandy said, “We’ll take them next time.” I think that it takes a great deal of courage to face defeat. When one is defeated, he should never be angry with his teacher, friend, or even himself. but try instead to get angry with defeat. When a person has been defeated after making a great effort, why shouldn’t he be ready to go on and try again? A person who cannot be “downed’’ deserves a great deal of credit. The more attempts you make, the greater percentage of failures, but I am sure that your percentage of successes will also be greater. It takes courage to face defeat! I think that many people fail because of a lack of this type of courage. If you fail to give a good recitation, have a poor test paper, or have a theme returned with many red marks of criticism on it, you should say as Sandy said, “We’ll take them next time.’’ And I think that you will be sure to do so. Don’t you? It takes courage! Louise Bates, ’38 4 THE CHRONICLE The Child Welfare Exhibit The Child Welfare Exhibit, the first of its kind in Connecticut, was held in the Armory on Friday, January 14. It was sponsored by the Woman’s Club and proved to be a great success, presenting to the public just what is being done for the youth of our town and state. This exhibit showed the various needs still felt in this work. The exhibit itself consisted of displays from both state and local institutions and was divided into three groups—Education, Health, and Recre-aton. Booths were arranged by the local public schools, the parochial school, the public library, the community nurses, the Girl Scouts, the Boy Scouts, the 4-H Club, the Shaw-Sinon Post and Auxiliary, the playgrounds, and the local Parent-Teacher Associations. The state exhibits consisted of the Children’s Center, the American School for the Deaf, the Mystic Oral School for the Deaf, the Connecticut School for Boys, the Connecticut Congress of Parents and Teachers, Long Lane Farm, and several other such groups. There were booths showing the work in dental hygiene and tuberculosis. Our high school had a very fine exhibit of its work and activities. On display were many history and civics notebooks, the best examples of art work,, and handiwork in sewing and knitting. The Daubers, Home-Eckers, Discussion, Debating and College Clubs, the Girls’ and Boys’ Bowling Teams, and the Student Council were all represented by snapshots, attractively mounted by the Art Department. There were programs in both the afternoon and evening. The afternoon program featured music by the high-school band, demonstrations by the deaf and the blind, a speech by Mr. Tracy Redding, a Y. M. C. A. worker, and music by the band of the Meriden State School for Boys. In the evening the American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps played; the choir of the Newington Home for Crippled Children sang; then Doctor Arnold Gesell of Yale spoke and showed moving pictures of his work with young children. The high-school band again played in the evening, concluding the program. It is hoped that this will be the beginning of other exhibits to be held in the state, creating a greater public interest in the activities and needs of the youth of today. Roberta Bingham, ’38 — o — Henry Barnard Last year we celebrated the centennial of Horace Mann’s valuable work in the field of education in Massachusetts and his influence upon our schools; this year we pay tribute to Henry Barnard, who in 1838 became the first secretary of the Board of Commissioners of Common Schools in Connecticut. Henry Barnard was born in Hartford, Connecticut on January 24, 1811. As a small boy he thoroughly disliked school. In 1838 he publicly called himself “a victim of a miserable district school” and stated that it took half his life to to get rid of the bad mental habits acquired there. Even though his earliest school years were unpleasant, he enjoyed his work at Monson Academy in Massachusetts. During his four years at Yale he won many prizes in English, I atin, and oratory. After teaching a year in Pennsylvania, THE CHRONICLE 5 he studied law and was admitted to the bar. In 1838 he went abroad to meet people who were well acquainted with the social and educational conditions of the countries he visited. At the age of twenty-six he was elected representative to the Connecticut legislature, where he introduced a bill to organize a board “to provide for better supervision of the common schools.” He gave so convincing a speech that the bill was passed, and he was appointed Secretary of the Board. He then collected facts, questioned teachers and school visitors, and used the data obtained in a report to the legislature. The facts presented about the schools were startling and depressing. In an attempt to improve educational conditions he often used his own money. Soon a new political party came into power and Barnard was swept from office, and the laws he had been influential in making were repealed. He then turned to work on his Common School Journal. In 1843 he became state superintendent of schools in Rhode Island, where he was given great freedom. He established normal schools and better public schools, providing more capable teachers. When his Connecticut friends were again in power, he returned to our state as state superintendent and also principal of the new State Normal School in New Britain. In 1854 he was appointed sole delegate from America to London to the great International Exposition on Educational Methods. It was there that he saw a model kindergarten and brought back the idea to America. He continued to revise the school laws of Connecticut to such an extent that his influence is felt today. In the field of educational literature, Henry Barnard has left much of value. Besides his Journal of Education he wrote a History of Education in the United States, Common Schools and Education in Europe, and Normal Schools, all of these volumes presenting information that has been influential and helpful in the betterment of our schools. Henry Barnard is considered one of the foremost American educators of the nineteenth century, a man who organized his educational philosophy from actual experience and prolonged study. Charlotte Germain, ’39 — o — To the Students of Lyman Hall I have a plan that will help you get to your classes more quickly. I merely suggest that when passing through the halls, we walk two abreast and move along as if we were going somewhere. I do not mean that we should run but that we should move along, not stopping to gossip, letting that delightful pastime wait until after school. In going up or down stairs I think we should try to walk single file, thus helping the students who have long distances to cover. Don’t forget that the student coming from the “gym” has some “stepping” to do. Let’s all cooperate and make our passing between classes pleasanter and more effective for all. Charles Burghart, ’38 6 THE CHRONICLE An Appreciation We believe that our auditorium programs are quite superior to those held in many schools. Here the educational entertainments are provided by the money that comes from the candy bought by the students. Our principal arranges these programs with an eye to their educational value as well as to their entertaining qualities. Many of the people who take part are famous throughout the United States. We have had explorers, men interested in natural history, musicians, poets, and dancers. It is little wonder that the heads of other schools consult our principal in regard to their auditorium programs. May Pogmore, ’40 A Musical Treat Much credit is due the North Main Street Parent-Teacher Association for giving the general public a program of the best of the classic type of music. On January 15, this organization sponsored a concert presented by a forty piece ensemble from the Bridgeport Symphony Orchestra. While the orchestra was tuning, Mr. Frank Foti, the conductor, entered amid great applause. After greeting the audience with a few words of introduction about the various instruments of the orchestra, Mr. Foti lifted his baton to begin the concert by playing Mozart’s overture, Eine Kleinenacht-musik. The concert continued with the Allegro Moderato (first movement) of the Unfinished Symphony and Symphony in B Minor, by Schubert, followed by Tschaikowsky’s Nutcracker Suite. After a brief breathing spell, as Mr. Foti called it, the program continued with Carl Maria von Weber’s overture to the opera Oberon. The next selection was a novel overture of the Three Bears by Eric Coates, and then came Johann Strauss II’s Roses from the South, which was beautifully presented. The program was concluded with the playing of Reinhold Gliere’s Russian Sailors’ Dance from the Red Poppy. All of us who attended felt that we had been given a most enjoyable afternoon of symphonic music. Now we are looking forward to the operetta Hansel and Gretel, also to be given under the auspices of the North Main Street Parent-Teacher Association. Alex Sabo, ’39 — o — Fog Fog that fills the air we breathe, That makes clear vision fade Is just the steam from mother earth And all her river’s aid. Kenneth Buongirno, ’38 THE CHRONICLE On a Dreary Winter Day It is winter, and I am sad: My feathered comrades have forsaken me; Garlands of snow festoon the land Where vari-colored blossoms ought to be. A cold whiteness envelops the earth; Naked trees writhe and twist in the gale; The wind whines, howls in ceaseless mirth While lashing the trees with invisible flail. I shudder and drawing my coat More snugly long for the warm summer sun. I long to see the white clouds float In an azure sky. I want to run In the breeze and feel its soft caress On my brow.—My imagination hears the call Of birds. I see the green meadow, and yes, In the sky the sun like a golden ball Hangs.—The gale derides such tho’ts, and the gray Sky hangs low, foreboding.—Begone, I pray! Olive King, 8 THE CHRONICLE The Tale of Becky’s Garden (A Legend of Lake Winnipesaukee) The moon rose high above the mountains across the lake. Dark shadowy islands rose above the silvery folds of water. A warning beacon on a tiny island just outside the harbor blinked endlessly. Up on the porch the gang of young campers settled themselves comfortably. Peter Piper’s famous cookie jar stood in the place of honor. It was said around the lake that only once had anyone ever known Peter’s cookie jar to be empty. That was when he bought nineteen pounds of cookies on Saturday morning, expecting them to last until the Tuesday supply boat, and had so many visitors that they were all gone on Monday morning. Peter always had swarms of company who came to sit and eat and listen. When anyone was introduced to Peter, he was also introduced to the cookie jar; and after the introduction he was expected to help himself. The gang sat and munched and waited expectantly. They didn’t have to wait long. Peter put his feet on the porch rail and stared out at the beacon light. “Do you know why they call the beacon rock Becky’s Garden?” He looked around but everyone looked blankly at him. “Well, it was like this. Over on the mainland lived John Thomas, whose wife always called him a stern John Thomas, and his wife, whom he always called a most undignified Becky. They simply couldn’t get along. Becky nagged and scolded until the neighbors all laughed at such a hen-pecked substitute for a husband. Then one day the worm turned, as worms will. John Thomas decided that the last straw was coming and that he was going to dodge it. One June day he got the demuring Becky into the motor boat. She fussed and fumed for two solid hours of skimming past the most beautiful scenery in a section noted for its beauty. As they were heading back, John Thomas skillfully slid the boat up to the rock where the beacon is now. The whole island is only about four feet wide and eight or ten feet long. John Thomas put on his sternest look and said, “Get out.” Becky simply looked at him, dumbfounded. John Thomas hadn’t ordered her around since they had been married. “Get out,” he said again. “Hurry up. I can’t hold this boat all day.” Becky was so surprised she stepped out on the rock. John Thomas shoved the boat away, tossed her a packet of sandwiches, and delivered his ultimatum. “You’ll just have to stay there until you promise not to nag nor scold. Also, you’ll have to accept the fact that I am boss.” With that as a parting thrust he sped off. At first she wept; then she stormed. All the neighbors on the nearby THE CHRONICLE 9 islands highly enjoyed the situation. Since they had had experience with Becky’s tongue lashings, they merely waved as they sped by. Becky slept on the hard ground under the shelter of a few scrubby little bushes. The next morning the boat swooped by — circled around — and stopped within hailing distance. “Did you have a good night?” John Thomas asked cheerfully. “John Thomas, are you out of your mind?” she exploded. “You come right over here and take me off and then you put a clean shirt on !” So — he tossed her some more sandwiches and left her to storm. This went on for three weeks. Becky in desperation turned to weeding the few plants on the island. Soon people going by would call annoyingly, “How is your garden today, Becky?” At home everything seemed to be going awry, but John Thomas wouldn’t give Becky the satisfaction of knowing he wasn’t doing too well without her. At last she promised to behave. John Thomas, thereafter Tom. took her home, and it is said that they lived happily ever after, but no one ever forgets to inquire for her garden. And so the story goes until this day. Jf.ax Morrison, ’38 The King of Winter Sports Let the snow come, for wherever there is snow, skiing is hailed as the king of winter sports. Before we join the crowd on Neighbor Jones’s hill, let’s stop awhile to learn what this fever is all about. Shortly after one of our recent snow falls I was skiing along the tip-top ridge of the highest hill in town. As I stopped to look off through the clear cold morning air to the distant hills beyond, a snow-covered freight train wound its way along the track to the south. Still farther away could he seen a rushing, prosperous city with ships upon its sparkling harbor. As the sun rose higher, I felt as though I were a little superior to the ordinary walks of life, which went on day in and day out. 1 wondered just why I should at that moment have on my feet a pair of skis. The answer; 1 was afflicted with a fever. About four thousand years ago in Scandinavia, skiing originated as a simple but new form of transportation. In recent years ski fever has spread to thousands of people, who have made it a hobby and favorite pastime. Skiing is a red-blooded sport for all who love the thrills of swooping at breath-taking speed down hills, through narrow trails, and over brooks to the fields below. If you are looking for competition, you will find plenty of 10 THE CHRONICLE it in skiing as this sport requires proficiency in jumps, stops, and turns. When the skier has conquered these requisites, the glitter and beauty of a new life in the winter outdoor will be open to him. “Skiing is easy, but we need to pour over our catalogs and rummage through the numerous sporting goods stores to select good equipment. Poorly made equipment is a severe handicap and often discourages the beginner. Besides a good straightgrained pair of skis and poles, a well-built harness is indispensable. Now as the skier’s speed rapidly increases as he descends from the ridge, the valley below will soon be reached. However, if he should suddenly turn into a whirling cork-screw and find himself rolling in a snow drift, he, as well as the laughing onlookers at the foot of the hill, will have had a good time. Quentin Hoyt, ’38 — o — Winter Set The lacy snow was coming down To form a blanket on the ground. The fir trees with their boughs outspread Received the snow from overhead. The far-off meadows showed at night As the moon bathed them with silv’ry light. Across the fields the fence post stood With a cap of snow like a pointed hood. Looking at this scene at night Fills me with joy and pure delight. Virginia Adinolfi, ’38 “Honesty Is the Best Policy” (A modern George Washington) Tom knew that he could wait until after school was dismissed to ask Jimmy about the basketball game; yet something prompted him to ask just one question about the game. He thought it was safe to ask as the teacher’s back was turned. He succeeded in asking the question, but he didn’t receive an answer as the teacher’s sharp ears had heard a voice in the silent room. Very distinctly she said, “Whoever has just spoken, while my back was turned, please raise his hand.” Tom knew that if he raised his hand and admitted the talking, he would THE CHRONICLE 11 be forced to stay after school and probably wouldn’t see the game at all. If he did get there, he was sure that he’d be late; therefore he sank down in his seat and pretended to be studying diligently. While sitting there, he felt that he would not enjoy the game as much with that incident bothering his conscience. While all this was going on in his mind, the teacher was still trying to find the offender. When Tom had weighed both sides of the story, he slowly raised his hand. lie was somewhat discouraged when he heard the expected verdict of staying after school. After the class was dismissed, Tom remained alone with the teacher, expecting to get the customary “bawling out,” hut instead the teacher lauded him for telling the truth and dismissed him immediately. Tom went to the basketball game, happy because he had told the truth and because he had a clear conscience. This happening brought to his mind a wise saying, and he found out how much truth there is in the adage, “Honesty is the best policy.” Francis Gannon, ’38 — o — Ski Trails Cross “Well, I’ll make it this time — I hope,” he thought as he started again. He skimmed down the snowy slope, gaining speed every second. He flew past groups of skiers climbing up the hillside. He was going pretty fast. Maybe he could make it this time without taking a spill. But no, he struck a rough spot and lost his balance, making a nose-dive into a snowbank. He picked himself up, brushing the snow from his jacket. “Ha, ha, ha!” giggled someone behind him. “Excuse me, but that was so funny I just couldn't help laughing.” He turned around quickly. It was a girl. She wore a blue snow suit and carried a pair of skis over her shoulder. “I don’t see anything funny about it,” he replied, “and besides, I notice you have quite a little snow on your clothes too.” “I’m sorry,” she said; “please forgive me.” “All right, everything’s forgiven.” “Thanks.” “Are you going back up to the top ?” “Why, yes. I’m going to try my luck.” “Mind if I come along?” he asked. “Why, of course not. I was just wishing for some company.” So they trudged along together, chatting merrily. When they reached the top, they stopped to rest. 12 THE CHRONICLE Well, who’s going first?” she asked. “Ladies before gentlemen,” he replied. “Well, here goes!” She started down the hillside, her speed ever increasing. He watched her in amazement! How perfectly at ease she seemed, how skillfully and gracefully she swooped down the slope, how expertly she glided along the snow, like a bird in flight. No wonder she, an expert, had thought his clumsy attempts funny. She must have been brought up on skis. She was now-approaching the bottom of the hill. The slope was leveling off. but she had not yet started to slow down. Ah, but then her skis caught on something and she fell heavily. “Well,” he thought, “even experts fall once in a while.” He waited for her to get up, so he could ski down. She tried to pick herself up, but evidently she couldn’t. Something was the matter! She must be hurt! Quickly he put on his skis and started dowrn the hill. He just had to make it this time. He thought of nothing but her safety. Perhaps she had broken a leg or an arm. Never had it seemed to take so long to ski down the hill, but at last he reached her. “I’ve hurt my leg,” she gasped in pain. “It must be broken, for I can’t move it.” He unfastened her skis and helped her up. She couldn’t stand on the injured foot. “C’mon,” he said, “I’ll carry you.” He picked her up and began to carry her to the nearest farmhouse. “It’s a good thing you’re not veiy heavy,” he said, “or my skis would sink in the snow and it’d be tough going.” They reached the farmhouse, where he telephoned for a doctor. Her leg was only badly wrenched. “Well,” she said, “you made it — without a spill.” Charles Upham, ’39 — o — Night In the stillness of the night I climbed on a moonbeam To the sky And sailed on high among the clouds. I touched tiny twinkling stars Of scarlet and azure and gold. Sparkling fairies round me danced. Gently sprinkling a silvery dust That slowly, slozvly enchanted the air And wove a magic spell of sleep Over the darkened earth. Amelia Pascale, '38 THE CHRONICLE 13 Coincidence It was recess, and Joan and Judy were discussing the results of the essay contest. The prizes had been given out and Judy was the proud holder of “ticket and all expenses paid” to Hollywood. “Too bad I couldn’t have won the other ticket,” said Joan. “It would have to be Fay. Everyone knows you just don’t hit it off with her. I can’t see what you have against her though.” “We’ll leave it right there, Joan,” responded Judy heatedly, for it burned her up to have Fay discussed. “I have to start packing if I’m to be ready for the morning train. Come along and help me like a nice little girl. I want you to see the new dress I bought. It’s sure to be smarter than any of Fay’s, for the clerk said it was the only one in the city. The packing was finished and Joan was ready to leave. “See you in the morning, Judy. So long,” said Joan. “I do hope she will get along with Fay on the trip,” she pondered as she walked down the hall to her own room. “They are both too nice not to be friendly.” The next morning everyone was gathered at the station for the grand send-off. Fay and Judy were already on board and were waving last good-bys, for the train was off, bound for all points west and Hollywood. The two girls having the same compartment couldn’t last very long without speaking. At last Judy said, “Fay, I want you to see the new dress I bought the other day.” “Why, that’s just what I was going to say,” said Fay, very much surprised that Judy should want her to see anything. Both girls took off their coats at the same time. “Why—!” cried Judy. “Oh—!” cried Fay. Both sat down and rocked with laughter, for they had exactly the same type dresses! Betty Dunn, ’38 — o — King of Storm The snowy down that falls each year in winter’s cold and strife Is God’s gift from heaven above, the giver of all life. Lest we forget He watches all and knows the right from wrong. We should appreciate his work, and hail Him king of storm. Kenneth Buongirno, ’38 14 THE CHRONICLE The Life and Loves of Beethoven On Friday, January 28, a group of music students saw the moving picture, The Life and Loves of Beethoven. I’m sure everyone who saw this picture enjoyed and appreciated it to the utmost. It tells of Beethoven’s love for his pupil, Juliette Guicciardi, who turned him down for a count, and of Therese von Brunswick, for whom he didn’t care too much, but who was willing to give her heart and soul to him and his work. After the marriage of Juliette he took refuge in an old mill in the mountains, where by degrees he became totally deaf. Some of his greatest works, including his Pastoral Symphony, were written here. After several years of solitude he moved back to Vienna and had not been there long when he became very ill. Just before he passed away, his violinist friend and Theres came to tell him that he was getting more applause at the concert than the emperor. All through this picture fragments of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony brought out the high-lights of his life. Under the direction of Louis Masson, the Ninth Symphony and the Pastoral Symphony were rendered by the Orchestra of the Society of Concerts from the Conservatory of Paris. The first movement of the Moonlight Sonata was given on the piano, and the Funeral March from his A Flat Major Sonata was played on an organ. Every composition was splendidly presented. This picture made everyone understand the words of Wagner. “I believe in God and Beethoven.” Althea Thompson, ’38 THE CHRONICLE 15 HONOR ROLL Second Marking Period 1937-1938 1. Harriet Gelblum Sophomore 7. Theodore Lendler Senior 2. Barbara Cottrill Sophomore 8. Shirley Jeffords Freshman 3. Ruth Backes Sophomore 9. Doris Roberge J unior 4. Marion O'Connell Junior 10. Mary Lee Conway Senior 7. Viola Lendler Senior Alice Johnson Freshman 6. Ruth Johnson Sophomore FRESHMEN: Shirley Jeffords, Alice Johnson, Annaline Conway, Helen McCartin, Sylvia Adinolfi, Jane Tierney, Sylvia Wilcox, Charlotte Tomlinson, Janet Walker, Lorraine Fengler, Winifred Housen, Stanley Tanger, Anna Turkowski, Naomi Terrell, Belle Clark, Dorothy Riotte, Louise Robinson, Frances Dombroski, Edna Dudley, Helen Potter, Eileen Bossidy, Sophie Siedlicki, Raymond Combs, Florence Dembiczak, Donald Holmes, Dorothy Laydon, Ruth Coen, Ruth Magee, Helen Burghoff, Stella Yusza, Bertha Zwolenski, Howard Gianotti, Elsie Stupakevich, Geraldine Taylor, Arnold Tyler, Nancy Driscoll, Eleanor Lane, Jane Bristol, Elaine Heslin, Thomas Kozak, Lucy DiGennaro, Eleanor Sussman, Marjorie Totz, Loretta DeBaise, Norma Ferriere, Gerardus Ouwerkerk, Mar-garet Bridgett, Edith Clinton, John Wooding. SOPHOMORES: Harriet Gclblum, Barbara Cottrill, Ruth Backes, Ruth Johnson, Ethel Wiener, May Pogmore, Josephine Risso, Molly Brockctt, Shirley Keer, Martin Hamasian, Charles Stearns, Rheta Musso, Margaret Auld, Mildred Rossi, Viola Ritz, Thelma Jeffords, Emma Gere, Robert Harrington, Shirley Sinow, Joseph Mantiglia, Marion Stud-inske, George Cook, Carolyn Masoni, Jean Naramore, Robert Heath, Delia Conti, Wilma Freeberg, Helen Conlon, Margaret Gaetano, Cora Thorp, Joseph Jasinski, David Anderson, Jean Woodtke, Dorothy Gavette, Lillian Simon, Bernice Zemke, Eleanor Fox, Anna Klebieka, Elizabeth Lloyd, Virginia Wahl, Richard Johnson, Ruth Sprague, Ruth Merian. JUNIORS: -Marion O'Connell, Doris Roberge, Robert Thompson, Morris Gelblum, Shirley Harrison, Charles Upham, Mary Dunn, Irene Simon, Barbara Bonnardi, Helen Dubiago, Elizabeth Malentacchi, Natalie Shortelle, Barbara Hall, Charlotte Germaine, Gene Lasswell, John May, Eleanor Sabota, Mary Desmond, Eleanor Leonard, Esther Miller, Helen Selesh, Barbara Burghoff, William Austin, Donald Tufts, Joseph Riotte, Anthony Wasilewski, Andrew Sari, John Purcell, Alberta Zuber, Alyce Bertok, William Gadd, Ruth Shookie, Anna Yusza, Imelda Gillooly, Rosario Piazza, Leo Konopka, Theresa Calabrese, Statia Turkowski, Helen Chervak, Ann Gordon, Jessie Latto, Walter Mikoss, Edward Tomko, Frank Berdofsky, Fred Musso, Edward Ferriere, Florence Kowalski, John Sheehan. SENIORS: Viola Lendler, Theodore Lendler, Mary Lee Conway, Calvin Bice, Olive King, Betty Young, Raymond Bartel, Ethel Kosa, Roberta Bingham, Jean Morrison, Ethel Anderson, Anna Gallagher, Louise Bates, Hilda Markow, Leo Ciszek, Minnie Strel-kauskis, Edna Hintz, Carl Isakson, Donald Foulkes, David Valentine, Virginia Adinolfi, Alfred Tenczar, Theresa Valenti, Gladys Blachowicz, Quentin Hoyt, Denise DuBois, Marion Gavette, Margaret Jakob, Florence Maziaz, Ruth Sawtell, Elizabeth Sabo, Shirley Goodwin, John Kane, Phyllis Kern, Michael Kischkum, Helen Jakiela, Anna Luby, Gladys Carlson, Bernice Smith. THE CHRONICLE Library Notes Each pupil has been presented with an attractive book list for his future convenience. This was made possible by the efficient efforts of the Office Practice Department and the kind assistance of Miss Disken. The illustrations were contributed by William Toth, Ruth Sawtell, and Robert Apple-gate. Miss Clark has already introduced us to the book list; so it is not necessary to explain any further the contents of it, but it might be of interest to you to know some of the favorite books among the boys and the girls. The boys seem to enjoy most the adventure and mystery stories. Aviation also rates high as a favorite. I Wanted Wings by Bierne Lay, Jr., a book recently published, is by far the favorite with the boys. Twenty thousand Years in Sing Sing, An American Doctor’s Odyssey, Brother Rat, a play, are constantly on reserve. The girls prefer a lighter type of literature. They like novels such as Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, The Little Minister by J. M. Barrie, Ramona by Helen Hunt Jackson, and The Forgotten Daughter by Caroline D. Snedeker. There are a number of these types of books for the girls to choose. Make the most of this opportunity of possessing a book list of your own. Read books that are not only a pleasure but are also educational. If you heed this advice, you will find that your leisure time is spent for a worthy cause. Carolyn Masoni, '40 THE CHRONICLE 17 Junior College Club The regular meeting of the Junior College Club was held on January 11 at the home of Jessie Latto. Plans for the dance were discussed, Marjorie Tomlinson, Jean Morrison, Petty Young, and Joyce Sheehy making valuable contributions to the discussion. Refreshments were served and games were played. Jean Cot£, '39—Secretary The Junior College Club Dance On January 22. in the high-school gymnasium the Junior College Club held its annual dance, always considered one of the social high-lights of the school year. The decorations were unusual and attractive — penguins of all sizes were prominent in the decorative scheme of evergreen trees, glittering snow banks, blue and silver coloring, and amber lights. Sebastian’s Orchestra provided the music for the dancing, which included the following novelty dances — the penguin elimination dance, the Antarctic stamp, and the South Pole, which was just one grand, glorious shower of white confetti coming from snow balls, which had been distributed with horns and whistles. The patronesses were Mrs. Earley, Mrs. Jeffords, Mrs. Young, Mrs. Cote, Miss McCaffery, and Miss Clark. The huge success of the dance was largely due to the efforts of the committees who worked with Miss Clark and the committee chairmen— Barbara Cooper, Phyllis Kern, Betty Young, and Barbara Bonnardi. Barbara Cottrill, ’40 — o — The Daubers On January 26, The Daubers with the little Daubs enjoyed a very interesting trip to the Meriden Trade School to see an exhibition. Silver-ware, ten-minute life sketches, flower studies, Greek and Ancient Egyptian Art, and all phases of Commercial Art were shown. This trip proved very inspiring to the club. The club has its regular meetings on Wednesdays and has added many new Daubs to its membership. At present we are all working for a Scholastic Contest. Barbara Cooper, ’38—Secretary 18 THE CHRONICLE Debating Club On December 20, members of the club had a debate for the afternoon school. The question was Resolved, That Congress shall have the power to nullify Supreme Court decisions. Those presenting the affirmative argument were Beatrice Bordeleau, Barbara Cottrill, and Ralph Ferraro; those upholding the negative side were Harriet Gelblum, Robert Heath, and William Taylor. The judges—Mrs. Botsford, Miss Cate, and Miss Mitchell —gave a two to one decision in favor of the affirmative. On January 24, another debate was given for the afternoon school. The subject was Resolved, That in case of war the United States should remain neutral. Those participating for the affirmative were Barbara Bradshaw, Leo Konopka, and John Bresnock; and on the negative side were Marion Austin, Gilbert Kelman, and David Anderson. The judges—Miss Carroll, Miss Clark, and Miss Quint—decided unanimously for the affirmative. Harriet Gelblum, ’40—Secretary i — o The Home Eckers On December 14, the Home Eckers held a candy and cookie sale in the sewing room. Fudge, stuffed dates, brownies, sugar cookies, and needlework were the principal articles for sale. The committee for this sale consisted of Delia Conti, Shirley Gingras, Dorothy Gavette, Elizabeth Malen-tacchi, and Margaret Jakob. The Home Eckers extend their grateful thanks to all who helped make this sale a success. On January 18, our club enjoyed a most interesting and educational program. Mr. Havens, registrar from the Hartford School of Hairdressing, showed motion pictures taken by the president of the school, Mr. Bion E. Smith. These pictures are the first ones taken to show the students in the school at work — giving manicures, shampooing and waving hair. Mrs. Grimason gave a very enlightening talk on the care of the hair and complexion, and the use of cosmetics. After her talk the girls were allowed to ask questions. Mr. Gianini, the hair-stylist of the school, with the aid of two pupils as models, demonstrated the latest coiffures, one of these being the popular page-boy roll. In conclusion, pamphlets telling of the advantages of a career in this work were distributed. This was indeed a rare pleasure for our club, and we hope sometime to repeat this program. Natalie Shortelle, ’39—Secretary THE CHRONICLE 19 The Discussion Club On February 3, the Discussion Club sponsored an auditorium program featuring Mr. William Nelson, field agent of the American Youth Hostels, who told us about his organization, its purpose and aims. On February 14. Dr. Pelz, a native of Austria, gave a very interesting talk on The Inside Story of Europe. The Discussion Club has issued a call for more members. Every student of Lyman Hall who is at all interested in current topics — good listeners included — should join this worthwhile activity by seeing one of the members or Miss Cate today. Charles Upham, ’39 A Music Council A Music Council has been formed by Mr. Otto, consisting of officers chosen from each musical group—band, orchestra, glee clubs, and a capella choir. This council plans to help improve the groups and to work for new and better ideas. Several activities are being discussed—the awarding of pins or rewards to the musicians, having sectional rehearsals, plans for a sliding party, and a possible dance in the spring. This year Lyman Hall is the host at the Ilousatonic Music Festival, and each member of the council is to have special duties for that occasion. Roberta Bingham, ’38 — o — Music at Lyman Hall The musical organizations presented their annual Christmas Concert on December 18 under the direction of Mr. Otto. A large audience greatly enjoyed the varied and interesting program. Participating groups in order of their appearance were the Band, the Freshman Girls’ Glee Club, the Boys’ Glee Club, the Brass Ensemble, the A Capella Choir, the Girls’ Glee Club, and the Orchestra. Particularly well received were the Boys’ Glee Club and the Band, although all groups were very much appreciated. The stage was attractively decorated and much credit is due to the assisting committees. This, our first concert under the direction of Mr. Otto, was an outstanding success. The band played at the alumni basketball game, and also at the Social Welfare Exhibit in the armory it gave concerts both afternoon and evening. On the first of February, twelve new members were added to the band, making it approximately a fifty-piece organization. A band concert will be given on April 1, the proceeds to be used for new instruments and new uniforms. The annual Spring Concert will come on April 22, with all high-school groups and the grade-school band and orchestra participating. New members are always welcome in any of these organizations. Charles Upham, ’39 20 THE CHRONICLE Athletic Association This year the A. A. Membership shows a slight decrease. Last year the total number of members was one hundred and ninety; this year we have barely one hundred and sixty in our association. Those who have paid their dues have the special privilege of seeing the basketball games at a reduced price. Raymond Bartel, ’38—A. A. Treasurer Student Council The council has its meetings regularly every other Monday in Room 5 to discuss various school problems. The only special activity before the council was the second sport dance, held on February 21. Marion O’Connell, ’39—Secretary Cheer Leaders Margaret Jakob, Gilbert Kelman, and Henri Orlowski are leading the cheers at the basketball games. Home-room Programs Home-room programs were held on December 10 and January 14 with a large number of students participating. Speed and Pad Weather was the suggested topic for the December program, and pamphlets containing curious facts about driving were used in the January one. Morris Gelblum, ’39 — o — Junior Play Prizes The Junior Play poster award recipients were as follows: Thomas Windsor, first; Jean Naramore, second; Robert Applegate, third; Viola Ritz, Charles Sabo, and Jean St. Hilaire, honorable mention. The ticket prize was awarded to Morris Gelblum. Morris Gf.lblum, ’39 THE CHRONICLE 21 Exploring in South America On December 1, Mr. George A. Felch, a prospector, gave an illustrated talk, Exploring in South America, showing pictures of South American animals, homes, and the head-hunting Jivaro Indians, who use the blow-gun and poisoned darts as their weapons. Mr. Felch demonstrated the use of the blow-gun and dart. He also described the primitive panning for gold among the South American natives, told of their cures of sickness, and showed us some of the native costumes. Mr. Felch has roamed through Europe and the British Isles and has searched for gold in Alaska. He now plans to return to South America to look for gold on the Amazon River. Raymond Lee, ’38 Hobbies David Molinari was master of ceremonies at a most successful and entertaining hobby program presented on December 17. Robert Thompson spoke on stamps; Jean Studwell, on her collection of dog models; Ruth Shookie, on first editions of books; and Harry Pattee, on target-shooting. On the stage during the talks were some of David’s unusual poultry, about which he told us in a most interesting manner. After the program these hobbies were all displayed in the library. We are now looking forward to another program of this kind when Olive King will tell us about insects and show us her excellent collection. Harriet Gelblum, ’40 — o — Indian Lore and Dances On January 3, we were entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Laubin, who have spent many years studying life among the Indians. After opening the program with a prayer to the four winds, Mr. Laubin gave interesting facts concerning Indian life in different tribes. Mr. and Mrs. Laubin then had an interesting illustration of sign language, telling a story of a young boy’s visit to his grandmother. They also gave vivid illustrations of different dances and the songs used by the Indians on holidays, including the buffalo dance and a dance to the Sun God. The entire program, done in true Indian fashion, was greatly enjoyed by us all. Raymond Bartel, ’38 22 THE CHRONICLE Junior College Club Program On December 23, the Junior College Club, under the direction of Betty Young and Jean Cote, presented a Christmas program, when college students, graduates of Lyman Hall, gave short speeches concerning their respective colleges. Humorous gifts were then presented by members of the club to seme of the pupils and teachers. The orchestra played several selections, and carols were sung by the audience. Morris Gelblum, ’39 — o — Streamlines On January 9. Mr. Bochman gave a “pep” talk on Streamlines. He said that in this day men are building things in streamlines. Trains, dishes, fountain pens, flashlights, and many other things are made in streamline fashion and therefore resist the currents of air. He mentioned the fact that the youth of America must become streamlined in order that we may resist bad habits that may conquer us. He said that drinking and smoking are injurious to our health, and if we partake of alcoholic drinks, the alcohol will get into our blood stream, attacking our white blood corpuscles and permanently injuring us. He said that he is going to have a new motor put into his car, but we cannot have new parts installed within us. He stated that if we are affected by alcohol or other bad habits, we shall hurt not only ourselves but our children. In concluding his talk he said that every occupation must have men that are mentally and physically fit and built on streamlines. David Anderson, ’40 -— o —■ Personality Pointers On January 26, Jill Edwards, a speaker on personality, presented a program from which we all benefited. Miss Edwards grew up in China and has spent much of her life travelling. She was graduated from Oberlin College and completed advanced work at Northwestern University. She is the author of a book, Personality Pointers. Miss Edwards took seven points as the basis of her speech. The first dealt with our health and appearance; the next point, with our mental habits; the third, with the light touch of bringing joy to others; the fourth, with the use of gracious ways in our contact with those whom we meet; the fifth, with the development of appreciation for beauty; the sixth, with spiritual habits; and the concluding point urged us to live valiantly every day. We hope that we shall have more speakers like Miss Edwards. Harriet Gelblum, ’40 THE CHRONICLE 23 1930 Miss Kathryn Rrosnan is a member of the faculty of Mount St. Joseph’s Academy in Hartford. Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Fabian have a son. Mrs. Fabian was formerly Miss Mary Fisher, who worked in Mr. Earley’s office. 1931 Miss Ethel Bellows was married in December to Mr. Thomas O’Neil, a graduate of Lyman Hall in 1930. 1932 Mr. Fred Shipke, a graduate of Arnold College, is a physical director at the Brunswick School for Boys in Greenwich, Connecticut. — o — 1933 The engagement of Miss Edna Bailey, now of Hudson, New York, and Carl Bailey, Jr. has been announced. 24 THE CHRONICLE 1934 Miss Patricia Palmer and Mr. J. Orten Gadd, Jr. ’32 were married on December 31. — o — 1935 Miss Varley Bingham, after completing two years at Larson Junior College, has taken a position in the Yale University Library. — o — 1936 Mr. Almon Hall because of his high average is on the dean’s honor list at Syracuse University. lllr. William Brinley on January 26 spoke about his miniature circus in the Hobby Lobby Program conducted by Station W. A. B. C. o — 1937 Miss Charlotte Crump, editor-in-chief of the Chronicle last year, has maintained a high scholarship at Duke University. The Chronicle alumni editors regret that in the last issue a mistake was made concerning Marjorie Barton. The cuts for this issue were made by the following: Cover, Robert Applegate; Editorials, Allan MacFarlane; Literature, Hubert Taylor; News, Kenneth Wright; Alumni, Alex Jakob; Sports, William Toth; and Jokes, Thomas Windsor. Exchanges We have been glad to receive and read the following magazines and papers: The Owl, Middletown, New York; The Beacon, Grayville, Illinois; The Blue and Gold, Malden, Massachusetts; The Hilltop Hubbub and The Lantern, Meriden; The Clarion, Stratford; Windham Croakings, Williman-tic; Wetomhis Milford; and The Emblem, Southington. THE CHRONICLE 25 Lyman Hall Bowling League Under the direction of Mr. Malmquist the Lyman Hall Bowling League was formed the latter part of October and started bowling on November 22 at the Star Bowling Alleys. The league is scheduled to bowl each Monday. The following are members of the league: Robert Till, Alex Jakob, Francis Gannon, Joseph Balon, William Taylor, John Kane, James Lee, Albert Sokolowski, Charles Wooding, Joseph Wolcheski, Leo Ciszek, Raymond Lee, Robert McLaughlin, Hubert Taylor, John Simeone, Steve Tomko, Leo Bernadoni, Santo Sammito. Stanley Nasczniec, Robert Granucci, Victor Biega, Walter Pietras, Ralph Sittnick, Howard Schwab, Frank Nasczniec, Michael Kischkum, John Riecitelli. Frank Tomko, Edward Tomko, John Cummings, Edmund Shea, Frank Comisky, Victor Nidermayer, and James Ryan. Thus far the bowling has been confined to Lyman Hall bowlers, but it is expected that a team of five men will be picked from those who bowl regularly to represent our school against other Housatonic groups. In fact a match has already been arranged with Stratford. Francis Gannon, ’38 James Ryan, '39 26 THE CHRONICLE Basketball Up to the present time the Lyman Hall basketball team has enjoyed a good season. Handicapped by the loss of several star players, Coach Fernald has formed another fine team composed of Captain John Riccitelli. Richard Talbot, Theodore Lendler, John Purcell, and one of the following: Victor Biega, Joseph Balon, or Charles Brosnan. Each of the last three has at sometime starred with the varsity five. During the last week in December and the first two weeks in January the team went into a slump, suffering three defeats, all by two points. The team has scored 317 points to a total of 191 for the opponents, with an average per game of 31.7. Captain Riccitelli and Talbot are battling each other for the leadership in the total number of points scored. Up to the second Shelton game, Brosnan had the best foul shooting average. The Javvees have made a slightly better average than their more experienced mates, winning ten games and losing only to the Alumni. Several members of the squad are battling for scoring leadership. The first team’s record Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... Lyman Hall......... 47 Newington.................. 14 36 Seymour ................... IS 29 Torrington ................ 18 29 East Haven................. 31 17 Alumni ..................... 15 21 Shelton ................... 23 47 Milford ................... 15 18 Derby ...................... 20 32 Seymour ................... 23 41 Stratford.................. 12 30 Shelton.................... 17 Robert Thompson, ’39 Inter-Class Basketball Here’s the sport which started 1938 off in a flash. The most interesting games ever held in our “gym” have been played this year by our own interclass competitors. Composed of four fighting teams 1938’s inter-class games have proved to be thrilling and exciting in every detail. The freshmen under the coaching of Francis Gannon and Clarence Bellows have proved to be more than a mere group with their quick attack and defense. Climbing up the ladder we next meet the sophomores, composed chiefly of kneel fights, a term used to signify the young up and comers, who practice daily for the making of Lyman Hall’s future basketeers. This group under the coaching of Frank Nasczniec and Joseph Balon is certainly putting up a grand fight. In my opinion they have one of the best teams in the league. THE CHRONICLE 27 Up we go to the juniors, who under the coaching of none other than Victor Biega and Michael Kischkum, have shown their skill and talent in the game we call basketball. Here we have a well-built group of individuals, all sharp eyed and good ball handlers. Already they have shown their strength by tying the seniors for the first round of the tournament. Now at the top we find the seniors, who under the coaching of Richard Talbot and Theodore Lendler, have shown their strength by keeping on top, being tied by the juniors for the first round only. Among the seniors we find very well-trained basketeers, each being skilled in the art of shooting and ball handling. Their defense is almost impenetrable, and we expect it to remain so throughout the tournament. These games are played each Friday and are enjoyed immensely by everyone. Record of Games Won Lost Freshmen ..................................... 1 2 Sophomores.................................... 1 2 Juniors....................................... 2 1 Seniors....................................... 2 1 Leo Ciszek, ’38 — o — The Girls’ Bowling Team Name Games Played Average Shirley Williams 16 79.9 Margaret Jakob 12 78.4 Ethel Kosa 16 77.8 Rose Layman 19 77.4 Genevieve Straub 5 76.6 Margaret Kuczo 11 75.5 Dorothy Hems 13 73.3 Shirley Dubois 14 72.6 Ruth Shookie 15 72.5 Jeanette Cichocki 15 71.1 Jean Cote 14 67.8 Eleanor Sabota 12 67.3 Viola Lendler 66.3 Eleanor Robinson 4 65.8 Madeline Glaviano 13 65.8 Barbara McKinstry 5 65.2 Helen Harkawik 3 64.7 Dorothy Carroll 2 63.5 Anna Drodz 11 62.6 Dorothy MacDowall 2 62.0 Gladys Carlson 5 61.0 Theresa Calabrese 13 60.7 Rose Orlando 4 54.8 28 THE CHRONICLE The highest scorer among us has been Shirley Williams, her top score being 100. 1'hose hitting 90 or above are Shirley Williams 100, 92; Shirley Dubois, 95; Rose Layman, 94, 91, 91; Margaret Jakob, 94; Jean Cote, 94; and Ruth Shookie, 92. We’d like to have more girls come to the bowling on Thursdays, for there is a lot of fun and exercise ahead for all of you girls who sign up for the bowling. Come on and show your spirit by coming to the alleys every Thursday to see if you can become a champion. Ruth Shookie, ’39 Basketball Again this year there has been basketball practice for the girls. As the regular games have not been scheduled to begin, four practice teams have been formed; namely, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Teams 1 and 2 played January 24 with 2 victorious. On January 26. an exciting game was played between 3 and 4. Starting with six players each, through fouls both teams lost a player before the game was over. The scores of this game were 24 to 12 in favor of team 4. The score of the first game was 49 to 31. The regular games began February 7. These teams are formed according to the class year, that is, Senior, Junior, and Sophomore teams. Ruth Shookie, ’39 Stop! Look! Listen! It has been suggested by one bright pupil that there be a separate column for Mr. Hall’s jokes. Clarence Bellows and Barbara Burghoff are doing all right by themselves. I wish someone would tell me whether Doris Lufbery goes with Jack or Bill Purcell. And speaking of Doris, what is there in that name that draws John Ives to Hamden? Did you know that Betty Young powders Junior Magee’s nose practically every French period? Roger Boyd, Ned Brooks, and Donald Parker enjoy frequent trips to Meriden. Morris Gelblum and Gilbert Kelman are fighting over the same Meriden girl; and Ralph Bertini has more than a passing interest for Jeanne Shirley, another Meriden debutante. Amelia Pascale and Florence Mazias have been seeing quite a bit of two Meriden boys. What’s happened to the Meriden-Wallingford feud about which we used to hear? “Donald Duck’’ is more than a Mickey Mouse character to Priscilla Dudley. Besides having a black eye, Richard Talbot had two dates on the night of the Milford Game. One of the girls solved the puzzle by walking out on him. Slipping, eh Dick???? 30 THE CHRONICLE One look at the size of the cop who was supposed to prevent trouble after the Seymour game was enough to take the fight out of anybody. Speaking of Seymour, whom does George Wolcheski go down there to see? What has happened to Patty Hill’s Princeton boy friend? Patricia seems to be able to fix dates for everybody but herself. What is the name of the blond that Jack Purcell thought was not half bad? Why does Adam Sokolowski trip that certain girl in front of Room one every fifth period? If you had to choose between Miss Stevenson’s talks on her trip to Europe and Mr. Patten’s talks on Japan, which would you take? The basketball players, like sailors, have a girl in every court. Phyllis Kern and William Tester seem to be back together again. Another case of absence makes the heart grow fonder. I have yet to find the girl in the school who does not think that Robert Nash is just too, too cute. Why is it that Riccitelli is afraid to dance at a home game? There is only one boy in this school who would prefer a dog to a girl. Can it be puppy love ? Did you know that Coach Fernald received a note asking him if he would please give a letter to a little boy with a gold tooth who had a name something like Victory. I wonder????? Picture if you can . . . Bobbie and Ruth without their “gab” Barbara without “Deck” Polly in school on Friday George Wolcheski at a faculty tea Gladys Carlson playing basketball A girl without lipstick Theodore Lendler, ’3S — o — My Day at School The 8:oS bell is ringing; I hope I won’t be late; My books to school I’m bringing; Some of them I hate. Ready for my first class, I take my pencil and pen; Miss Burdon’s reproving Georgic; Georgic’s making noise again. Then to the “gym” I merrily run To stunt and then to play; I take my shower when I’m done, And then I’m on my way. THE CHRONICLE 31 To my next class I do hurry To do my French, or at least some; Mr. Torrey is telling Dottie, “Throw away that chewing gum.” To my English class I go; I see Miss Mitchell smiling; She tells me things that I should know About speech, reading and writing. To hist’ry I wend my weary way, Where I try to pay attention, For the material that I learn each day Is worthy of my mention. To Mr. Patten next I go And there I learn of government And how he would do thus and so If only he were president. Off to study hall I hurry, Feeling happy and quite gay Because this period is to me The ending of another day. Alfred Tenczar, ’38 FOR PHOTOGRAPHS OF DISTINCTION CONSULT YOUR LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS FRIEL 8C WOODARD Telephone 310 Prior Block 1 William St. L Compliments of Something different W. F. WRYNN for different people If it’s baked we can make it. 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McGUIRE Power’s Electric Shop “Norge” Products Everything electrical repaired Kosa’s Kiddie Shoppe Children’s Wear Knitting Yarns STEPHEN MUSHINSKY Wallingford’s Up-to-Date Tailor Phone 924-3 Compliments of Compliments of DR. J. C. CARROZZELLA DR. J. J. LEWIS Compliments of Compliments of DR. BRAINARD DR. G. T. CRAIG Compliments of Compliments of DR. BRECK DR. G. H. CRAIG Compliments of Compliments of , DR. SHEEHAN DR. R. F. SPICER Compliments of Compliments of DR. MURPHY DR. ROBERT V. BUTLER Compliments of Compliments of DR. F. J. KONOPKA DR. E. J. KUCHLE Compliments of Compliments of DR. BOYARSKY DR. JOHN T. SPIGNESI Compliments of Compliments of DR. FRIDERICH A Professional Friend Compliments of Dr. John Eric Barker The staff of the Chronicle take this opportunity to thank the advertisers for their patronage and all who in any way contributed to the success of this issue. INTERNATIONAL SILVER CO. FACTORY P INTERNATIONAL SILVER CO., SUCCESSOR La Pierre Mfg. Co. 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