Manchester High School - Somanhis Yearbook (Manchester, CT)

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22 SOMANHIS EVENTS EDA OSANO: “She neglects her heart who studies her glass. Well, Eda, you are a lucky girl when it comes to clothes. Eda has won the hearts of many, especially her teacher We wonder n shop has anything on her when it comes to clothes a charming personality which will win her hosts of friends at Brown University. Latin Club '24 '25; Debating Club ‘27 28; French Club ; Honor Roll 16: Honor Pupil. CAROLYN PRETE: “Yot has the popular voice much potency” This ever smiling brunette is “Cal”. This vicious flapper with her boyish bob was as popular among boys as she was among girls. Moreover, this funloving and witty child w one or the snappiest cheer-leaders of S. M, Il, S. She w v friend to all, and her cherry smile was welcomed everywhere, od luck, ige editor of Somanhis ‘28; Latin Club 24’28; French : Debating Club S (Secretary); Cheer Leader Club (24 28; Paragraphs and Prophecy Committees. BENJAMIN RADDING: “Tis good-will that makes intelligence.” liv a k-or- les is master of none, but not so with our “Ben”. 1 d himself to be worthy in school as in the field. Oh, y and don’t forget his acting ability. Ben can be sober and serious, but he ean also be the opposite, and how! May yours be a happy lot, Ben, Football '27-28; Manager of Baseball '26’27; Pres. Dramatic Club '27 28; Cast of “Litthe Women”, “Clarence” Glee Club ‘26- 8S; Assistant Manager Baseball ’26°27; Honor Roll 3; Assistant Busine Manager Somanhis °26-'27. ANDREW RANKIN: “Say it with Musie”’ that’s no one else but “Scotty”. Te is one of the smallest boys in the class, but it makes no difference; that boy had brains. You ought to hear the jokes he made up. Some day he is going to teach chemistry. We hope you make a success of it, “Seotty’. Somanhis Staff, Club; Band Orchestra 24 : Glee Clib; Latin Freshman English Club, RUSSELL REMIG: “Although small, he is always heard.” ful Russ’, always merry and light-hearted, has em- ployed h vocal cords to triumphal results in the Glee Club. Will we ever forget the jokes he passed out when he was joke editor of Somanhis in his Sophomore ar! All good wishes to you, “Russ”, Glee Club (24°28: Somanhis Stat, “Che ANNA REUBIN: “The sweetest cordial ive at last Is conscience of our oe rs Of high school without much ado, but she has done her bit, and is ever ready when called upon. May good luck be with you, Anna, in whatever you under- take, glish Club (24°25; German Club 26°27; Shorthand Club CHARLES SCHOEN: “The cautious seldom err.” Charlie is just a good, all around sport. Ile was always Willing to work, and he knew when and how to play. Charlie has taken the trade-school course, so we did not see him ver, much, he has many real and true friends. Keep them alw: Charlie, OTTO SEELERT: “Be merry if you are wise.” Heads up! Down in front! Meet Bub! Bor four years Bub proved himself to be a friend to everyone. He is always seen at our school activities, where his) presence was sincerely enjoyed, He tinds fun everywhere, and we hope that the rest of his years will be as happy as those spent in S. M. HLS, Hi-Y, Manager of Vrack,

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SOMANHIS EVENTS FLORENCE McNALLY: “She is all my fancy painted; She is lovely; she’s divine.” Mlorence has a shy, demure way about her which gains her many friends, She hasn't been very active during her four years here but still everybody likes her, We hope that she will make a brilliant record in days to come. Bowling League ('25°26; Glee Club ‘27 28. RUSSELL MERRILL: “Who is strong? He who subdues his passion.” Bang! bang! has made quite a always has a wise half he : Oy ble ‘27-' hang! Here comes “Rus” and his drum, He for himself in’ the musical world. Te ready, but we are sure he never means ! There goes Rus and his friends. President: Orchestra Ensem- FRANK MILLER: “He is not for an age, but for all times,” liats off to the star bookkeeper of °28. Frank is one of the few, among the boys who makes the A. Honor Roll, He takes a keen interest in’ all school airs, but he very seldom has any- thing to say about them. It will be a lueky man who employs Frank after graduation, Treasurer of Junior Class; Winner of CB. ih. A. Advanced Bookkeeping Contest; Hlonor Student; Llonor Roll, INA MODEAN: “A fashionable woman is alwys at ease”, This is the reason why gentlemen prefer blondes, Anita Loos must have had Tna in her mind when she wrote her book, She has been a faithful student and very adherent to books as her marks show. French Club ’27; Commercial Club ’2 MARY MORIARTY: “LT seek no better warrant than my own conscience.” Well, Mary why don't ou speak for yourself? We know you have plenty to say, but it’s a question of saying it. “May” is one of the brilliant students of the els and 1 name ought toe go down on record, We are sure that we will hear the results of her future progress in. life. French Club '26.2 Roll: llonor Student, A. I. G, Shorthand Club ‘27. MARGARET MULHOLLAND: “Venus, thy eternal sway all the race of men obey.” Rosy checks, laughing eyes, a littl giggle and then a. sigh. That's “Midg She's been a popular member of our class, both With teache and with scholars and we certainly hate to think of losing he We hope Midge won't forget us, Decorating committer of Junior Prom; Glee Club VIOLET MUSKE: “Is there a heart that musie cannot melt?’ Where's that musie coming from? Why from the assembly hall where Violet is tiekling the ivories. That's where Violet has been spending her recesses during the hist year. Ter school work is of the same standard as her playing. Well, Violet) we wish you success in the destiny of Life. (ile Club (25°26; German Chib (26°27; Commercialites Club GEORGE OLSON: “Man is not made to question” Say isn’t he a fine looking chap! THe is Swedish and that accounts for those blue eyes and blonde hair. George is diferent from most boys; he is efficient in) both athletics and studies George, if you go on through life, as you have school, you will reach the top. Vice-President English Club ’24; Track °27- Assistant Manager of Track Manager of Class Treasurer 28, Track 28. 21

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SOMANHIS EVENTS EDWARD SEGAR: “Pull of fun and mischief too, Doing things he shouldn’t do.” We have always heard that good things come in small pack- ages, and now we believe it. Eddie was the shining light of room 27. Never mind, Eddie, no one loves a cross person. The with us in wishing him a cloudless life. whole class Hi-Y, Washington Group Leader. TERRENCE SHANNON: “Honor lies in honest toil.” Hark, hark! Roll the drums. Here he comes, the Ilonorable Terrence Shannon, President of the all-wise and venerable Senior class. Terry was a friend in need, a friend indeed, and all kinds of a good friend. His pleasing personality and wit will push this boy to the top of the ladder. Success to you, Terry! resident Senior Class; Ivy Oration; Football ’25-28; Track ketball (27 28; Student Council Dramatie Club of “When Two's Not Company’, “The Private Se- he Matrimonial Venture”. 26; JACK SHEA: “A man who falls in love will find plenty of occupation.” We cannot tell you very much about Jack, but he is always in good company. But we can tell you this much: He is a very loyal fellow and a perfect gentleman. Keep your loyalty always, Jack. It’s a fine trait. Cros Or ss country 24-'25. EMILY SMITH: “Learning by study must be won, Pwas never entailed from son to son.” This intellectual looking person is “Im”. Her name was never missing from the honor roll; therefore km is one of our honor students. She was also a well known member of the Leaders Class where her services were cheerfully and willingly rendered. aitin Club, French Club, Leader’s Class. EMMA STRICKLAND: “And now a voice is heard—that’s enough.” ‘rhe class wiz, here she is! She had the biggest diag in three coun- ties. Emma had the knack for doing everything well. That is why she was entitled to the honor of being the Valedictorian of the Class of '28. The following list of her activities proves in itself what a valuable member of the class she was. Her debat- ing record is unexceiled. May you always be a leader, Em. Le Cercle Francais 7: Pro Merito nan Club 26-27; Debating Club; Triangular D President De- bating Club °26 Dramatic Club urer Dramatie Club (27-28, Cast of “Clarence”; Glee Club ; Assistant Kditor Somanhis Mvents ‘27-28. EDNA SWANSON: “For if she will, she will, you many depend on’t. And if she won't, she won't, and there’s an end on’t.” Hlere’s the blonde that gentlemen prefer! ‘Eddie,’ with her brilliant wit and humor just drives away the storm clouds. At every social event of the school. Eddie was there with her win- ning smile. Let it be said of her that she usually got what she went after. Our best wishes are with you alw Eddie. Glee Club '25°28; A. FP. G. Club °27 28; Washington Group Leader; Student Council; Junior Prom Committee. ROSE TAYLOR: “Reason is mistress and queen of all things.” With her good nature Rose will make a place for herself wherever she goes. She is cautious in making friends, but a true friend once she has made them. What's more, Rose has always been known to do her bit when it came to class activities, Al- ways be yourself, Rose. and our best wishes are with you. Debating Club; Glee Club; Paragraph Committee ; Prophecy Committee, MERLE TOMLINSON: “Karnestness alone makes life eternity.” Always cool and collected, Merle will go a long ways. Ife has the art of thinking before he speaks. Some day we expect to see Merle in the Olympic games. Here's to your success, Merle. games. Here's to your success, Merle, Track team.