Manchester High School - Somanhis Yearbook (Manchester, CT)

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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.

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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 MARGARET TRUSSELL: “Labor, all labor, is noble and holy.’ Pogey came this year into our school to add to its honor, In a short time she las won a reputation of being one of our best girl athletes and students. A friend to all, what friends will she not make in her career? Good luck, Peggy, you deserve the best. Varsity Basketball 27; (Onoka High, Minnesota). ALBERT TUTTLE: “Three-fifths of him genius and two-fifths sheer fudge.” A wink, a nod, a smile, that is “Tut! Honestly, have you ever seen him angry? His smile and his curly hair h broken more than one heart in two, You never could tell when he was fooling; probably that accounts for his being such a valued mem- her of the Dramatic Club. Always keep that happy nature, Tut. Hi-Y Club; Dramatic Club ‘27 28; Glee Club ‘26-27. FLORENCE TYLER: “We shall be judged, not by what we might have been, but by What we have been.” Yes, this is Florence, You have probably heard of her before you received this introduction. Florence has spent four happy years with us, and during that) time © Won many friends Florence has always been willing to do her share of the work that had to be done, May the best of success be with you in) your future work, Florence! Glee Chib 25-28; Pro Merito ‘2425, RAY WARREN: “Ti is not good that a man should be alone.” Here you have one of the best-natured persons in the whole school, R would be at a loss without his smile, and we shall be atoa loss without Ray. He is always ready to jolly. Keep up the good spirits, Ray. Student Council “24°25; HWi-Y; Tlonor Roll. ROY WARREN: “A blithe heart makes a blooming visage.” Cateh that flash! We mean Roy. Roy is always smiling, yet he is one of that dependable sort. Ile is considerate of everyone. Keep up the good habits, Roy. aa Hi-Y Club. MIRIAM WATKINS: “She in beauty, education, blood Holds hand with any princess of the world.” This charming damsel is ‘Mim’ Watkins. Mim a good sport in the true sense of the word. She is always willing to do her bit and what's more she alwa Iter arm and personatity Will never be forgotten by her ¢ ites Glee Club secr Club Glee Club Glee Club 26 President of of Dramatic French Clib S; Secretary matic Chub Club 26: Vie ident of Dramatic Y Vice P fent of French Club ‘28S; man Club ‘27: man Junior Prom Decorating Committee; Viee President of 26. MARGARET WELLS: “Literature is the fruit of thinking souls.” Howdy, giggling one! Giggling and full of fun. “Midge won her way into the hearts of her classmates, for who doesn't love a smile? ‘The class of 1928S wishes its poetess all the happiness that Life can bestow. Leaders’ Cl 28: Girls’ Basketball: Glee Club STUART WELLS: “Every man is a volume, if you know how to read him.” You've all heard tell of a person’s smile, but it’s “Stewie's” laugh that makes him heard! “Stewie is just the type that authors delight in calling a “strapping youth,” and he used tliat trait to very good advantage in football. He is a lion among ladies and the same among n. Football Hi-Y ° ; Vice-President of Hi-Y