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

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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

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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

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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