Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Palette and Pen Yearbook (Boston, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 52 of the 1931 volume:

THE ANNUAL PORTFOLIO MASSACHUSETTS SCHOOL OF ART 1931 Massachusetts School of Art Corner of Exeter and Newbury Streets Massachusetts School of Art Corner of Brookline and Longwood Avenues DEDICATION EXERCISES half past two o’clock on October twenty-eight, nineteen hundred and thirty, the ex- ercises of the dedication of the Massachusetts School of Art, on Brookline and Longwood Avenues, were held in the spacious auditorium of the new art home. The presiding speaker, Mr. Payson Smith, Commissioner of Education in Massachusetts, introduced the Reverend John Carroll Perkins, D.D., who opened the dedication with an invocation in which he stressed posterity as the right and natural goal of mankind. The occasion was honored by the presence of his Excellency, Frank G. Allen, Governor of Massachusetts, who extended greetings from the Commonwealth. There was a double significance in the Governor’s presence, for it was in his regime that the appropriations for the new school were enacted upon. The Importance of Art in General Education” was the subject of the speech of Dr. Jeremiah E. Burke, Superintendent of Boston Schools. It was invigorating to hear Dr. Burke mention the great need of art as a refreshing element in this world so fast becoming mer- cantile. His belief was that the present age had need to go back to the old craftsmen’s idea of working in the spirit of God. The exercises were made pleasant throughout by selections, rendered by the Massachu- setts School of Art Orchestra, composed of Robert Amendola, violinist. Pearl Starbird, cellist, and Helen Mills, pianist. Needless to say, the presence of Mr. Royal Bailey Farnum, on this occasion, was received by his many friends as the return of the Prodigal Son. Again we felt the warmth and inspira- tion that his personality seems to radiate, as he explained the development of art interest in American education. Representing the Massachusetts School of Art Faculty, as its oldest member, Mr. Wilbur D. Hamilton told of his thirty-eight years of experience in the school and closed his speech with a donation to the football team, which example he hoped would be followed by many others. Mr. Frank W. Wright, Director of the Division of Elementary and Secondary Educa- tion and Normal Schools, stated in his talk, that art was a means of elevating the taste and vision of the people. The chief fear for the people was that, while young they gather material to build a bridge to the moon, but when they become middle-aged they use it for a woodshed.” The impressive dedication speeches terminated with an address by our principal and state director of Art Education, Mr. Charles Edward Newell. Mr. Newell spoke on the school’s heritage; from the time of its founding on Pemberton Square, for the purpose of training teachers and supervisors of art for the public schools of the state, up through the forty-three years on Newbury and Exeter Streets. Our principal believed the creed of the school should be one of freedom and respect for those who govern. He is now our captain of this newly launched ship and needs the cooperation of its occupants for a successful future. Under the direction of Frederick W. Archibald of the Framingham State Normal School, America the Beautiful” was rendered as a fitting ending to the impressive exercises. In our new school, adequately equipped, and under the supervision of worthy instructors and directors, we shall strive to uphold its traditions and standards and look to the future in anticipation of doing our part in making this world a better place to live in because of our contribution. Dorothy A. Lewis THE PAGEANT Closing Tableau of the Pageant O N Tuesday evening of October twenty-eighth, nineteen hundred and thirty, a large gathering of invited guests, instructors, and students attended the evening exer- cises of the dedication of the new building for the Massachusetts School of Art at Brook- line and Longwood Avenues. When the heavy dark curtains swung aside, in colorful pageantry was revealed a slowly-moving processional in whose midst walked ART, the symbol of our pageant, who stepped aside to observe the living story of history repeated from the day of the earliest Indian settlement to the Victorian age. In this scene the founding of the Massachusetts Normal Art School was vividly and realistically portrayed. After due tribute was paid to the New England Tercentenary, we entered the world of Art beautifully dramatized in pantomime. The story of Art was retold in elaborate costuming and rhythmic dancing. The beat of tom-toms introduced the primitive Indian dancers, which was followed by an interpretation, through the dance, of the glittering Orient. Classical Greece, then the Renaissance period, were both beautifully executed and charmingly presented. Labor, personified in rhyme, preceded the age of jazz. The pageant was brought to a close by the spirit of the Future, for Art will never die, it is always present; so this finale was appropriately symbolized in a dark setting by figures of the future, with arms and hands outstretched toward the infinite. The splendor of the pageant, so beautifully written by Mr. Porter, with its charm of lighting, color, and costume and its pleasing execution, was a fitting tribute to the spirit and cooperation of the pupils and faculty. Gretchen Shelton PHOTOGRAPHS FACULTY CLASSES ORGANIZATIONS MISS ISABELLE T. DAMRELL 5 Lee Street, Cambridge, Mass. Secretary to the Director I know a ladv good and kind. Who possesses a very alert mind; Reading and walking are of her life a part. Good music also is dear to her heart. Isabelle T. Damrell! yes, it is she, A true helper indeed to you and to me. MR. C. EDWARD NEWELL 11 Manchester Road, Winchester, Mass. Principal of M. S. A. A graduate of Massachusetts School of Art, one of us, and Our Director. Gradu- ate study at his alma mater and at Boston University, writing and pub- lishing magazine articles, pamphlets, and books on art; direction of art educa- tion in Salem Normal School, in Spring- field, and in Boston — these varied and enriching experiences prepared an alumnus of 1902 so that he was ready when the State Department of Educa- tion sounded a call to return and lead us in the noble calling of Creative Art. MR. FREDERICK M. WILDER 122 Davis Avenue, Brookline, Mass. Phillips Exeter Academy I Harvard University, 1902; S.B. Harvard University, 1903; M.A. Instructor, M.S.A. 1909 1921 Dean, M.S.A. 1921-1931 The harmony of greatness exists in a character which is strong . . He is a friend in whom w’e can confide, whose opinion we value, whose judgment we trust, because of his sincerity and wisdom. MISS MARGARET C. WOLAHAN 151 P Street, South Boston, Mass. Bookkeeper The oracle of the office whose words smooth out many a difficulty in a pleas- ant and friendly manner. DR. J. MACE ANDRESS 67 Clyde Street, Newtonville, Mass. Michigan State Normal College, B.Pd., A.B., M.Ed. ; University of Chicago, Ph.M.; Harvard Univ ' ersity, A.M.; Clark University, Ph.D. Instructor in Department of Education A kindly man with ruddy face and keen blue eyes, a sympathy and understand- ing that expects to receive as well as give. He is a good sending and receiving station for thoughts of health, vigor, and the reality of life. MR. RICHARD ANDREW 173 Stratford St., West Roxbury, Mass. Studied with Laurens and Gerome Instructor of Anatomy and Life Painting Familiarly called Dickie everywhere except to his face; his rosary is the spinal vertebra; his conception of anatomy profound. A proficient etcher, he dips his tongue in nitric acid, the better to spray unwary worms with vitriolic questions. But when he takes a pencil or brush in his hand a spell is woven; newcomers approach on tiptoe; time pauses, gravity is suspended and we are lifted up, so that ambitions are renewed, and art, for a moment, seems important and plausible. MR. JOHN E. ALCOTT 55 Florence Avenue, Norwood, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. Department Head, Design, Industrial Contacts In a quick, brusque, and often amusing manner Mr. Alcott gives invaluable criticisms to those would-be commercial artists. He ' s the man for whom one works hard, for his smile and word of approval are indicative of real, worth- while endeavor. MISS ZELLA BUCKINGHAM 58 Falmouth Street, Boston, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. Instructor in Drawing and Painting One of the youngest members of the faculty. Miss Buckingham fulfills her duties as instructor in a quiet, conscien- tious, and pleasant manner, beloved by her students and held in high esteem by all. MR. RALPH D. AYER 14 Cleveland Avenue, Woburn, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. Assistant Instructor in Painting A true gentleman, with all the charac- teristics of an artist, Mr. Ayer is wel- comed back in his new capacity by the many who knew him in student days. Although unpretentious in voice as in manner, in quietness and confidence lies his strength. MISS ETHEL G. BARTLETT 1200 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Mass. Instructor in Water Color One cannot think of Miss Bartlett and not be reminded of Grand Manan and the Arlington Homestead, so greatly have they influenced her life. Sunset glow, fragrant flowers, kindly hospi- tality are in close communion with her life. There still remains with her the glow of cordiality, the open hospitality and pleasantness of contact. To her we owe our facility in the handling of water colors. MISS IRMA COFREN 1284 Beacon Street, Brookline, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. jCollarossi Academy, Paris; Art Students’ League, N. Y.; Harvard-Theatre Play Production Instructor in Costume Design The vibrant personality, the sparkling lectures, full of thought-provoking ideas, the constructive criticisms, and the delightful phases of Miss Cofren’s class have left unforgettable memories in the minds of her listeners. Such a store of varied knowledge and scintillat- ing expression kindles an answering fire of enthusiasm in the hearts of her students. MR. E. WILBUR DEAN HAMILTON Trinity Court, Boston, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A.; Ecole des Beaux Atts, Paris Head of Department of Fine Arts In a delightfully friendly way, Mr. Hamilton helps us to set up beautiful still life groups and then to paint them in an understanding manner. A word of praise from him means a true reward for the honest effort which he inspires in us. MR. LUDWIG FRANK 376 Boylston Street, Boston, Mass. Instructor in Textile Design Designer and decorator of glass, china, and silverware at Mt. VV ashington Glass Works, New Bedford, Trenton Potteries and Meriden Britania Co. Studied with Eric Pape and I. T. Tadd, Nicoli Meister and Donald MacDonald. Formerly head designer with Bigelow, Kennard . Co., silversmiths. Textile designer with Puritan Mills of Boston. Instructor in School of Fine Arts, Wash- ington University, and Supervisor of Art in high schools of Boston. ’Tis the Senior designers only, who are allowed the privilege of Mr. Frank’s broad experience and complete under- standing of textile design. In his kindly way, he freely explains away all diffi- culties and beauty grows under his guiding influence. MR. CYRUS E. DALLIN 690akland Avenue, Arlington, Mass. Pupil of Freeman H. Bartlett, studied abroad Advisory Head of Department of Sculpture The Greeks had their Cyrus the Great. We, too, possess a ’’Cyrus the Great,” famous to the world as a sculptor, but to us as a true and genial friend. MR. THERON R. CAIN R.F.D. 168, South Braintree, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. ; Harvard University, B.S. Ed.; Harvard Summer School Instructor in Elementary Drawing and Perspective ’’Above reproach,” an instructor ex- tremely conscientious, whose associa- tion with his students is one of intense interest and concern. Beneath a slight reserve, one finds genuine friendship and pleasantness. MISS MARTHA M. FLINT 267 High Street, Newburyport, Mass. Cincinnati Art School; Barnard Academy, N. Y.; St. Taylor, Bon Ton Schools, N. Y. Instructor in Costume Design The Fairy Godmother who presides over our costumes and miraculously causes to appear in an amazingly short time raiment fit for a princess or garb suitable for a peasant. One need only express a wish for a costume to have it evolved by Miss Flint’s ingenuity. Miss Flint is a most agreeable person to meet and a good friend to all. She is an indefatigable worker; inspires others to follow her lead; and is ever ready to lend a hand. MR. EDWIN HOADLEY 357 Charles Street, Boston, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. Instructor in Mechanical Drawing, Design, and Composition Mr. Hoadley is liked by all who meet him, for he is a vivacious, jolly conver- sationalist, who captivates his audience with his human and interesting stories. He is interested in psychologv, soci- ology and other serious subjects, and is the guiding spirit of the Magic Club and our school athletes. He is a talented draftsman and water- colorist, but his foru is dynamic sym- metry, in which field he is a recognized authority and has done considerable writing, lecturing, and original re- search. MR. ERNEST L. MAJOR Fenway Studios, Ipswich Street, Boston, Mass. Instructor in Drawing and Painting An artist who has held his aspirations and ideals above the withering touch of the world’s futile criticism. He is hospitable, energetic, and kindly, yet a challenger to all superficiality. MR. ALBERT S. KENDALL 73 Parker Street, Newton Centre, Mass. A.B. Harvard; Mass. Institute of Technology Instructor in Architectural Drawing On Fridays one may see this cheerful, business-like gentleman imparting a knowledge of Doric columns and modern houses to the Sophomores. Under his skilled hand architecture takes on a thrilling beauty and its crea- tion seems not so far beyond our reach as we had thought. r MR. WALTER W. JAMISON 106 Beals Street, Brookline, Mass. Graduate of Yale A.B.; Harvard A.M.; Columbia; Instructor at M. I. T. Instructor in English ■ ‘Why, if the Soul can fling the Dust aside. And naked on the air of Heaven ride, Were’t not a shame — were’t not a shame for him In this clay carcase crippled to abide? ' ’ MISS ANNA M. HATHAWAY 1409 Commonwealth Avenue, Allston, Mass. Graduate of M. S. A.; School of Design of Lowell Institute; Harvard Summer School Instructor in Color Harmony and Pencil Drawing Two lines from a New England poet flash through our minds when we meet or think of Anna Hathaway. “The forest is my loyal friend,” and “Sober on a fund of joy, the woods at heart are glad.” First the forest motif, a welcome sensa- tion of freedom from noise, from intrud- ing crowds, a sudden realization that there is time to think; that here, too, is dependable, never failing friendship. In the fund of joy, sober, serious, con- trolled, we are conscious of the inex- haustible richness of that accumulated and growing treasure, but just as certain that “once upon a time” the guardian of the original golden gladness, the source of the present fund, was a mis- chievous, daring forest elf. Haven’t you all glimpsed that little sprite? MR. ADRIAN J. lORIO 383 Boylston Street, Boston, Mass. Instructor in Design A very kind gentleman who appreciates so well the efforts of all the young “hopefuls.” He is eager to help any one at any time, and his advice and criticisms are invaluable to one who would scale the ladder to success in commercial art. Mr. OTIS A. PHILBRICK 10 Hill Crest Pkwy, Winchester, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. Instructor in Life Drawing and Painting In a humorous, tolerant and kindly manner Mr. Philbrick gives truly help- ful criticisms to all students. Quietly and unpretentiously, he sets for us those high standards which inspire all to nobler thought. MRS. MARY M. RUGG 44 Hobomack Road, Quincy, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A.; Cooper Union; Pratt Institute; Chicago School of Design Instructor in Costume Illustration In Mrs. Rugg, one finds friendliness, frankness, and a fighting spirit. You may enjoy her friendliness and frankness if you will seek an opportunity to talk with this member of the faculty, who is often mistaken for a student. As to the fighting spirit, has she not said she would be satisfied only when every position, calling for a costume illustra- tor in Boston, was filled by an M. S. grad uate? MR. LAURIN H. MARTIN 14 Park Street, Lowell, Mass. Cowles School of Art, Birmingham, England ; School of Art, London County, Council of Arts and Crafts; South Ken- sington Medal Instructor in Metal Crafts Aesthetic values in art change in im- portance from age to age, but good craftsmanship is eternal in its appeal. Behind the craftsmanship is the crafts- man, happv in the knowledge that his work will be prized in direct ratio to his skill and sincerity of purpose. Mr. Martin is such a happy craftsman, he knows his craft and understands his materials; he allows his medium to speak in terms of its natural beauty and the degree of its preciousness. The result is good craftsmanship and art, because Mr. Martin is an artist. MR. LEO O ' DONNELL 20 Netherlands Road, Brookline, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. Instructor in Illustration and Life Drawing Critical, amusing, complimentary only in the most deserving cases, Mr. O ' Donnell has gained a place in our affections. On those rare occasions when he shares stimulating comments on literature, drama, or contemporary art we realize how much a “modern he is. MISS LILLIAN A. PHILLIPS 59 Perkins Street, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A. ; Degrees B.S., M. A., Columbia University Extension Work Instructor in Crafts A most energetic and admirable instruc- tor, who devo tes her time to the instruc- tion of the ancient and honorable art of craftsmanship. Her extensive knowledge of her subject and her pleasant personality fully equip her for her work. MR. RAYMOND H. PORTER 331 Harvard Street, Cambridge, Mass. Chicago Art Institute Instructor in Modeling and Casting A noble mind, strong in purpose and achievement. Surely not in vain — “My substance of the Common Earth was ta ' en And to this Figure moulded, to be broke Or trampled back to shapeless Earth again. MR. FRED J. THOMPSON 368 Long wood Avenue, Boston, Mass. Instructor in Elementary Drawing and Design M. S. A. welcomes Mr. Thompson as a new member of our faculty, who has already made himself known because of his friendly manner. Courteous, kindly, and always quietly helpful, Mr. Thompson soon makes everyone with whom he comes in contact his friend. MISS AMY R. WHITTIER 93 Chestnut Street, Boston, Mass. Alumnus, M. S. A.; Cowle’s Art School, Harvard, and Universities of Boston and Chicago Head of Department of Art Education A vision of purple asters and heliotrope, a person of gracious friendliness and charm. Her buoyancy of spirit, her keen and sympathetic understanding of her pupils’ difficulties, finds expression in a wise and helpful guidance. Teachers as well as pupils are always assured of a cordial welcome to her at- tractive office retreat, where a few mo- ments with her makes life seem richer and more worthwhile. MRS. EFFIE B. WHITTET 15 Chilton Rd., West Roxbury, Mass. Boston University; Simmons; M. S. A. Librarian Instructor in Library Methods As a source of information, a nurse and a trusting friend, Mrs. Whittet reigns undisputed in her fourth-story kingdom. MRS. ELIZABETH W. PERKINS 231 Perkins St., Jamaica Plain, Mass. Lecturer, Observation and Mental Training through Drawing Quite apart from the Art of Seeing, we have found Mrs. Perkins to be one of thosereally genuine, worth while people. We need not fear that her estimation of us will be biased by the fact that we do not agree with her theories, or that we are unsuccessful in teaching memory sequences! Mrs. Perkins assures us that perspective need not be nearly as difficult as we anticipate. MR. JOHN SHARMAN 80 Somerset Street, Belmont, Mass. Instructor in Painting All w’ho are privileged to know ' and study under Mr. Sharman learn to ad- mire him for his impartiality and desire to help his students. With a nicety of judgment, Mr. Sharman blends constructive criticism and slight praise upon which one builds his hopes and aspirations step by step. DR. LILAH M. VAUGHAN 400 Crescent Street, Waltham, Mass. Boston University, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. Phi Beta Kappa. Graduate work at Harvard, Civic Welfare Work, Woman’s Municipal League, Advisor of women and Professor of Economics and Soci- ology at Boston University School of Education. Instructor in Sociology A very human and entertaining instruc- tor who explains her theories by stories from actual experiences; a character made strong through constant struggle, yet benevolent and understanding; one who is to be admired. Officers CLASS OF NINETEEN THIRTY-ONE John Leo Hendricken Kenneth W. Berry Treasurer President Eleanor Deshon Vice-President W E, the Class of 1931, are about to pass the threshold, and to look back with tear-dimmed eyes at our school days. This year has found us in our final steps of specialization with little time for adventuring and becoming acquainted with other students. In our four years, we’ve attended the football games most faithfully. Such victories they were that they left us happy and gay until the Christmas Spread — a sparkling moment giving its light until another happy date, the Senior Prom. The latter, one may easily guess, was an affair of dignity and grace, a splendid reflection of the Senior Class. The final tussle with the thesis leaves us in fitting form to deal with banquets, dances, and graduation exercises. It’s all a glorious step out into a bright new world, but with it is the regret that we know all our resolutions to continue friendships will not be kept. Yet we shall still have these glorious memories — memories to each a little different, but in the mind of all there will be the sacred and the ridiculous. Grace Scott MADELEINE BIRCH 20 Oak Knoll Road, Natick, Mass School of Fine Arts and Crafts General Design Course If we could place a value On this merry madcap ' s worth. The least that could be said is — She ' s the truest friend on earth. VIRGINIA DUNLAP 92 Dennison Ave., Framingham, Mass. Framingham High School General Design Course Gin” is the quiet general designer who does such good layouts. Always smiling and in good humor, Gin” has very good taste, and she is one whom we feel will be very successful in her chosen field. MARY E. PERKINS 121 Union St., Franklin, Mass. Franklin High School General Design Course Mary in her gentle manner has quite won our hearts, and will be thought of in connection with a very infectious sense of humor. ’31 GRACE EDITH SCOTT Wood Street, Lexington, Mass., R. R. No. 6, Box 91 Brookline High School Advisory Board ' 30, Editor-in-Chief Year Book ' 30, Senior Editor ' 31 General Design Course A lady of judicious opinions with a very definite idea of the artistic render- ing of fried eggs in design but most particularly on textiles. Grace is ever the connoisseur of culinary concoctions. DORCAS FRY TUCKER 28 Oak Street, Middleboro, Mass. Middleboro High School General Design Course Dorcas is the dainty element of the de- sign class, but her qualifications do not end there. She charms us with gentle sarcasm. Already we are beginning to anticipate receipt of post cards from London, Berlin, or Paris next summer and are trying not to be too envious. DOROTHY R. MILLER 92 St. James Ave., Chicopee Falls, Mass. Technical High School, Springfield General Design Course Dot” is quiet and unassuming, and although she wouldn ' t tell you, is really very clever. She has a gift for writing as well as design, and we feel certain that she will be most successful in her chosen w’ork.” Dot” works very hard yet she always has time for her share of fun. HELEN JANE JACKSON 40 Orchard Street, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Practical Arts High School General Design Course Jackie emanates All the drawings she creates. Clever drawings we admire. Kindness, beauty, charm and wit. Such things all may see. Only what a pal she is. No one knows but me. LILLIAN E. TULLGREN 1200 Commonwealth Avenue, ' 1J Allston, Mass. Brighton High School General Design Course Lillian has a certain quality of cordial charm and sophisticated naivete. [She has a love of little dainty things, and we all know that something extraor- dinary will be shown in her thesis. GERTRUDE D. TUTTLE 10 Cheever Street, Milton, Mass. Milton High School Glee Club Year Book Staff ' 30 General Design Course Gertrude is always dignified and well- poised. Her work is refined and she en- joys lettering, which makes her unique among the designers. Do not think she is immune to humor and good fun for she contributes much wit to make the atmosphere of the Design room pleasant. LUCIA BURBECK 280 North .A ve.. North Arlington, Mass. Arlington High School Chairman, Sophomore Hop ' 29 Chairman, Senior Prom ' 31 Costume Design Course Come and trip it as you go On the light, fantastic toe. RUTH M. COOPER 663 Southbridge St., Worcester, Mass. South High School Mascart Theatre Year Book Staff ' 30 Class Vice-President ' 30 Junior Prom Committee ' 30 Costume Design Course Her eyes were deeper than the depths Of waters stilled at even. MARIE C. TURNER 11 Jackson Street, Salem, Mass. Salem High School Assembly Committee ' 31 General Design Course Marie is a very positive person. She knows what she wants to do, and ' most always does it. We predict she will be one of our most successful designers. She is optimistic and always ready for a laugh. If you need anything from a thumbtack to advice about the latest fashion, Marie will gladly oblige you. HELEN C. CASEY 10 Vassar Street, Worcester, Mass. North High School Class Secretary ' 29, ' 31 Vice-President Student Association ' 30 Costume Design Course The smile that comes, the tints that glow. EVELYN O. ASHTON 5 Manning Street, Salem, Mass. Salem High School Costume Design Course A faery ' s child — Her hair was long — her foot was light. MARY C. CAMPBELL 16 Gaylock Avenue, Taunton, Mass. Taunton High School Mascart Theatre Costume Design Course There is a garden in her face Where roses and white lilies blow. 13 Claremont St., East Braintree, Mass. Braintree High School Costume Design Course Hail to thee, blithe spirit! A true pal at all times. RUTH H. BURDETTE R. SAWYER FOWLE 506 LaGrange St., West Roxbury, Mass. Arlington High School Bridgewater Normal School ’17 Costume Design Course C. ALMA GRADY 89 Governess Avenue, Medford, Mass. Medford High School Junior Prom Committee ' 30 Costume Design Course The face of all the world is changed, I think. Since first I heard the footsteps of thy soul.” ’31 ELIZABETH H. SHERBURNE 29 Church Street, Medford, Mass. Medford High School Glee Club Art Editor Year Book ' 30 Costume Design Course Wise thou art, firm and good.” JEAN HARPER 9 Cushing Av ' enue, Wollaston, Mass. Quincy High School Glee Club Mascart Theatre Modeling Course Like Diana, graceful and full of poise, Jean lends dignity to her class. She possesses good taste, an ever-present sense of humor, and an endearing quality of true friendship. IRMA SAILA 26 Nutting Street, Fitchburg, Mass. Fitchburg High School Costume Design Course For she was one Fit for the model of a statuary.” A daughter of the Vikings who is an important factor in the lives of the Costume Designers. ORA M. HARLOW Pearl Street, Webster, Mass. North High School, Worcester Costume Design Course Teach us, sprite or bird. What sweet thoughts are thine. LILLIAN KRENTZMAN 134 Orange Street, Chelsea, Mass. Chelsea Senior High School Costume Design Course A face with gladness overspread; Soft smiles, by human kindness bred.” MARION G. WHITCOMB 38 Allston Street, Allston, Mass. Brighton High School Costume Design Course Of Bunnie could truly be said : She should never have looked at me. If she meant I should not love her!” KENNETH W. BERRY 160 Belmont Avenue, Springfield, Mass. Technical High School Drawing and Painting Course Forty million Frenchmen can’t be wrong” — especially when they say that “Ken is very much alive, a keen ob- .server, knows his literature and will leave an empty space behind him. JOHN E. PHELPS Bernardston, Mass. Cowers Institute Director Current Events Club ' 31 Drawing and Painting Course A noble mind soaring ever upwards to realms of idealism, Johnny possesses a poetic mind and like all true poets, loves the simple and wholesome life. Prac- tical, logical and intensely intelligent is Johnny” in his conclusions on matters. ’31 ALVIN BROWN 32 High Street, Rockport, Mass. Rockport High School Drawing and Painting Course One of the Rockport inhabitants, a typical artistic example. Surely his every other remark will make you laugh. BEATRICE A. MacFARLAND 756 South Street, Bridgewater, Mass. Bridgewater High School Glee Club ' 29, ' 30, ' 31 Drawing and Painting Course Our Beatricia; thus our hearts address The lady who from out the lake Uprises; calm in spite of noisy strife, The clear gray eyes could penetrate a stone; The spirit speaks of faith, and hope, and love. DAVID ROSE 284 Chestnut Street, Chelsea, Mass. Chelsea High School Drawing and Painting Course A congenial nature combined with a serious outlook on life and a slight re- serve makes up the personality of Dave.” PARKER LORD 1646 Commercial Street East Weymouth, Mass. Class President ' 30 Modeling Course Parker has taken punning out of the low class of humor, and made it a fine art. Few students work as intelligently as he, and never was there a more helpful fellow. HARLOW LENT 10 Denton Road, Wellesley, Mass. Brookline High School Drawing and Painting Course There is something big about Harlow; he paints in a large, very beautiful way and is broad-minded. His brush follows the rhythm of a sweet, unwritten melody. PAUL V. QUINN Jericho Road, Scituate, Mass. Scituate High School Drawing and Painting Course There is no use telling Paul something he already knows, but we appreciate his excellency in his work, his alertness of nature and his carefree ways. RUTH E. BEARDSLEY 201 Bellevue Sc., West Roxbury, Mass. Jamaica Plain High School Teacher Training Course “Her friends — there are many; Her foes — are there any?” Ruth is one of our good-natured girls. She is always willing to listen to our tales of woe, and is such a true friend. FRED A. CLARK 318 Summer St., West Somerville, Mass. Somerville High School Glee Club Year Book Staff ' 30 Class Treasurer ’28 Magic Club Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course The class of ' 31 surely did supply a good song leader. He has a smile for everyone. He also has a happy-go-lucky way of accomplishing much with little effort. HOWARD A. CURTIS 188 Washington St., Gloucester, Mass. Gloucester High School President S. A. ' 31 Advisory Board Director Mascart Theatre Class Treasurer ' 30 Year Book Staff ' 30 Teacher Training Course Howie’’ is the boy who scares the girls with ’’take-offs’’ on evil characters. Dramatics is only one of his abilities. We have discovered his many fine points as he has won his way into our hearts. ’31 EDMUND BRADLEY 12 Newbury Street, Boston, Mass. English High School Mascart Theatre Dance Director Teacher Training Course Like all truly great people, “Ted” is extremely modest. We admire his good- natured, happy-go-luckv way. He is so talented in the arts and such a diligent worker, he is bound to be a success. ELEANOR R. DESHON 271 Park Street, West Roxbury, Mass. Jamaica Plain High School Glee Club Current Events Club Mascart Theatre Class President ' 31 Teacher Training Course Is there anyone who does not k now Eleanor, with her laughing eyes? Few and far between are those who do all things well.” ANGELA CANNATA 33 Fairmont Street, Dorchester, Mass. Girls’ High School Teacher Training Course The sincerest of the sincere. Angela’s diminutive self is very much in evidence by virtue of her work and much-valued opinion. We can always depend on her to do the right thing at the right time. GRACE G. CONNELL 19 Upland Road, Brighton, Mass. Brighton High School Boston University Art School Te.acher Training Course Grace is an enthusiast for doing things — whether it is studying, sports or dancing. Always full of pep and opti- mism — so much so that we never know ' when to take her seriously. HELEN CHURCHILL DODGE 35 Guild Road, Worcester, Mass. North High School Te.acher Training Course Lucky are we to have such a charming personality in our midst. She is full of “Vim, Vigor, and Vitality.” We wish her much happiness in her new home. LILLIAN E. ELLIOT 41 Glenwood Road, Somerville, Mass. Somerville High School Teacher TRAimNo Course An independent young lady who paddles her own canoe through life. Vivacious, friendly when the occasion warrants, and always self-possessed, with a deep admiration for people who write poetry. LORRAINE A. FINNEY Stamford, Vermont Drury High School Mascart Theatre Teacher TRAtNiNO Course We sit and ponder — w ' ondering just w ' hat to say. Lorraine is so satisfactory in all respects — the personification of the gentler and fairer sex. JOHN L. HENDRICKEN 102 Myrtle Street, Brockton, Mass. Brockton High School Mascatt Theatre Glee Club Class Treasurer ' 31 Orchestra Teacher Training Course A master craftsman in his chosen art. These silent men do seem to be in- triguing. ’31 EMMA L. FITCH 294 Hollis Street, Framingham, Mass. Worcester Art Museum School Glee Club Teacher Training Course If you want a thing well done, ask Emmy.” She came to us in ' 29, having graduated from the Worcester Art Museum School, where she specialized in Pottery and Design. Few know her, as she makes little noise, but she can always be counted on to contribute toward a good time. HAZEL C. KINGSLEY 21 Motley Street, Roxbury, Mass. High School of Practical Arts Magic Club Teacher Training Course The English tea rose girl with a delight- ful poise, intriguing smile and a refresh- ing way of speaking. If we were poets we ' d write sonnets to her. VIRGINIA E. FRENCH 94 Porter Street, Melrose, Mass. Melrose High School Teacher Training Course Ginnie is here — and then she is gone. But with all her elusiveness, she leaves a lasting impression and seems to manage her work very successfully. ELLA L. FELSCH 54 Newburn Street, Hyde Park, Mass. Hyde Park High School Orchestra Current Events Club Teacher Training Course Ella, in the classroom or Ella playing the violin, or Ella anywhere, is always the same good sport. A wonderful dis- position and a happy faculty of laughing when everything seems to be going wrong. ANNA LEIB 325 Main Street, Medford, Mass. Medford High School Teacher Training Course There are very few people who really understand Anna, but there is much to know. Anna ' s humble manner hides a wealth of ability and worthwhile qualities. CHARLES C. MacPARTLAND 147 Mayfield Street, Worcester, Mass. South High School, Worcester Art Museum School, Hyannis Normal School, Boston University Teacher Training Course The best dressed man.” Everything done well is Charles’ motto. SYLVIA MINUCCI 125 Salem Street, Boston, Mass. Practical Arts High School Magic Club Senior Prom Committee Teacher Training Course Always ready with her suggestions, Sylvia keeps our class discussions going. She is a great help in all theatrical work with her dancing. A lively, vivacious girl and very sincere, she is determined to succeed. H. FRANCES MAHONEY 4 Wakullah Street, Roxbury, Mass. Memorial High School Magic Club Teacher Training Course A dainty shepherdess of a lady who has the mind of an Einstein. Frani is a comforting friend to have because she always convinces us that this world is a glorious place and there’s something interesting about everyone. ’31 ETTA LEEK 14 Cushing ' Road, Winchester, Mass. High School of Practical Arts Teacher Training Course Etta is the proverbial joy-spreader. When she gives us a compliment we treasure it because we know that she has considered it from all angles. Every- one recognizes Etta’s brush strokes and her superior designs. MARGARET C. McNAMARA 39 VV ' arren St., Melrose Highlands, Mass. Camden, Maine, High School Aroostook State Normal School Teacher Training Course Margaret knows just what to say at the right time. She is an understanding person, whose influence goes a long way. A lover of nature and birds, her hobby is her garden. RAYMOND MACK 53 Elm Avenue, Fairhaven, Mass. Fairhaven High School Glee Club M. S. A. Quartet Teacher Training Course Our conscientious good scout ! He has a weakness for getting his work done before it is due. ANNA M. MALONEY 789 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill, Mass. Brookline High School Teacher Training Course Anna may enter and pass out as quietly as any sunny sunbeam, excepting that she has left her light behind. Anna is as kind as she is fair, for wise men have told us — “true beauty lives with kind- ness.” MURIEL M. PAGE 126 Coleridge Street, East Boston, Mass. East Boston High School Teacher Training Course Here we have a regular out-door girl, but an in-door one as well. She is a friend to cats, dogs, and children, but seems to be afraid of telling her good qualities, so we take this opportunity. MARJORIE A. OLIVER 170 State Street, Newburyport, Mass. Newburyport High School Year Book Staff 2, 3 Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course A book lover, theatre enthusiast, bowler, good sport, and a fine friend, Marjorie is a happy person to have in one’s class. BESSIE M. SARGENT 65 Hollis St., South Weymouth, Mass. Weymouth High School Teacher Training Course One who is very enthusiastic towards her work in school and in her church work, she always seems to be busy and always has her work done on time. To be a dancer is one of her aspirations, and she surely will find success. ’31 IDA G. POVEY 284 Boston Avenue, Medford, Mass. Medford High School Current Events Club Teacher Training Course Everyone should know Ida, for she is such a worthwhile companion. She always says what she thinks, but one word of praise from Ida means a great deal. FRANCES M. STOCKLEY Bourne, Mass. Bourne High School Teacher Training Course V ' e all know Frances for the smile she always gives to those who chance to meet her. Frances may laugh, for the future has a happy place for her. ' Tis said those who think of others are the happiest folks that live. FRANCES A. REDMOND R. F. D. No. 5, Woodfords, Maine Deering High School Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course Efficiency is her name. She is secretary, dramatic club helper, and a friend to all. She has such enthusiasm and interest in life that we all enjoy her company. LILLIAN ARDREY 45 Pratt Street, Mansfield, Mass. Mansfield High School North Adams Normal Glee Club Teacher Training Course ■ ' My own thoughts are my com- panions.” Lillian ' s quiet and retiring ways make her known to only a few of us, but we are sure that her persever- ance will make her a successful teacher. KENNETH E. STINSON 135Neponset Avenue, Dorchester, Mass. Dorchester High School for Boys Teacher Training Course The happy red-headed optimist who finds time to submit work to exhibi- tions; he deserves everything good coming his way. PEARL STARBIRD 9 Monadnock Street, Boston, Mass. Practical Arts High School Orchestra Teacher Training Course How many of us do not envy Pearl ' s disposition! She actually glows with cheerfulness and good will. The whole class has benefited from her vacation in Europe. With her determination and strong will, her success is measured. MARGARET L. HARTSHORN 52 Central Avenue, Needham, Mass. Needham High School Boston University Art School Teacher Training Course The It” girl of our class. Maybe it ' s her expressive eyes; then again it may be her winning ways. Drawing is not her only forte — she is a musician, too. ESTHER HAGAN 29 Hartford Street, Dorchester, Mass. Dorchester Girls’ High School Teacher Training Course Esther is truly individual; she has talent with her pencil; she can create many interesting tales, each picture a different style — so, in her personal life, which is interwoven with the dance. CHARLES MYERS 112 Bridge Street, Beverly, Mass. Beverly High School Teacher Training Course Though Charlie’d have you believe that he is all for pleasure, he is reliable, systematic, and a hard worker. MILDRED GULISHEK 149 Audubon Road, Boston, Mass. High School of Practical Arts Magic Club Teacher Training Course This dainty little person in flowered chiffon has such a huge capacity for knowledge! Millie” should have attended Technology, but we are glad that she didn’t! ARTHUR CORSINI 239 Lincoln Street, Worcester, Mass. Worcester High School Teacher Training Course We are glad Arthur decided to come back with us. We have enjoved his presence in our class immensely. He seems so quiet — yet, surprises us with his sense of humor. He is also a com- petent weaver. GORDON L. REYNOLDS 21 Woodlawn Street, Lynn, Mass. Lynn Classical High School Year Book Staff 1, 2, 3 President ’29 Teacher Training Course A man who finds pleasure in his work. We have heard all about his trips in the great open spaces, and hear that he is planning another. We hope we’ll hear about it, too, some time. ’31 VIOLA M. LANDRY 19 School Street, Dorchester, Mass. Practical Arts High School Mascart Theatre Magic Club Secretary S. A. ’31 Teacher Training Course Lola reminds one of the beautiful princess in the fairy story, whose skin was white as snow, and hair as black as ebony. She can sketch delightfully, write stories, poems or plays, and makespeoplehappier by just being alive. RUDOLF E. PEARSON 10 Perkins Street, Lynn, Mass. Lynn English High School Football ’29, ’30 General Design Course With glasses on, Rudy is an efficient business man, tolerating no nonsense; but just watch him without them! To most of us he is an enigma, but to those people who really know him he is a true friend. KENNETH H. BARTON 14 Hood Street, Newton, Mass. Newton High School Class Treasurer, 1 Vignette Staff, 2, 3 Year Book Staff, 1, 4 Assembly Committee, 1, 2, 3, 4 Treasurer Student Association, 3 President Student Association, 4 Mascart Theatre, Treasurer, 3 Advisory Board, 3, 4 General Design Course Ken” is the authority of the General Design class on books, music, movies, and our design, good or bad. Always on hand early in the morning, and always the last to leave at night, he is ready to argue with anybody on anything. His many services to M. S. A. deserve our grateful recognition. CAROLINE L. PECK 229 Cabot Street, Beverly, Mass. Beverly High School General Design Course Caroline talks less and does more than anyone in the class, and besides that, she reads French stories in French and Russian novels in English. She’s a mighty fine classmate! ALLAN L. SILVERMAN 30 Winchester Street, Brookline, Mass. Dorchester High School Captain football team ’30 General Design Course A syncopated man, if there ever was one, with his ups and downs of joyous good nature and enigmatic silence. A man of varied experiences. GENEVIEVE DEANE 41 Allston Street, Allston, Mass. Drawing and Painting Course A symphony in gold Both sweet and clear. Doth lead us onward, bent To do our best. JOSEPHINE MAHONEY 71 Bellevue Street, Dorchester, Mass. Girls’ High School Magic Club Teacher Training Course She is the most efficient person we know of — and yet never looks flustered or tired. We especially admire her delight- ful drawings of children. RALPH STONE 161 Lothrop Street, Beverly, Mass. Beverly High School Drawing and Painting Course Ralph Stone is silent as the rocks Along the rough coast headland. Many annihilating shocks Has he withstood as ruggedly — Beware rash water how you dash! JANE LAIRD 22 Rockview St., Jamaica Plain, Mass. Roxbury High School B. U. School of Arts Mascart Theatre Costume Design Course And women, models of their sex. Society’s true ornament. ELIZABETH P. WHITE South Middleton, Mass. Peabody High School Costume Design Course What should a man do but be merry?” Beth ’ ’ keeps her real self for her closest friends, but shows to the world a quiet and reserved manner. FLORENCE M. KOTARSKY 184 Chestnut Street, Chelsea, Mass. Salem High School Mascart Theatre Costume Design Course Lady, the wonder of her kind, W ' hose form was upborne by a lovely mind.” MARGUERITE KREBS 37 Robin wood Av., Jamaica Plain, Mass. Girls ' Latin School ' 21, Wellesley ' 25, Radcliffe ' 26 Mascart Theatre Costume Design Course ‘T have mixed with a crowd and heard thee talk In a foreign land.” ’31 SATENIG NAZAR 137 Templeton Pky., Watertown, Mass. Watertown Senior High School Glee Club General Design Course Satenig prefers music, but she secures all the prizes in the design. Her noncha- lance is especially noticeable in the de- sign class, particularly contrasting to the explosive verbal combats that take place there. HELEN MILES 10 Lynde Street, Salem, Mass. Salem High School Glee Club Orchestra Trio Editor Year Book ' 28 Teacher Training Course How we enjoy the music played by this dependable girl. She has humor — an aftermath of the drawing and painting class of ' 29. All in all she is an all- round friend. WILLIAM COLLINS 10 G Street, South Boston, Mass. Castle Island High School Glee Club General Design Course We enjoy this young man for his many natural gifts. His splendid baritone voice has been an attraction in assemblies and pageants during his two years with us. Bill ' s good fun and good sportsman- ship are the delight of the designers. officers CLASS OF NINETEEN THIRTY-TWO Paul Greeley Joseph Driscoll Preside)! t Vice-Presideu t Robert Drummond Lucille Ware T reasurer Secretary B ack at the corner of Exeter and Newbury Streets, we were once strangers in a strange land, where we sought a Mrs. Whittet” who would sign train slips; we paid our money but had no choice; we were Frcsbmenl In that old school there was a place for everything, and the Sophomores put us in our place. But with Miss Munsterberg’s gentle aid and quiet friendliness, we managed to live through it. Here again, at the corner of Brookline and Longwood Avenues, we have been strangers, in a building well-equipped and beautiful in structure. We can hardly appre- ciate what a dream-come-true this new school is. People who entered the old school a decade ago expected a new building in their student days. Now, it is actually here and a few of us (we hang our heads) are already guilty of taking it for granted. We’ve had the joy of helping with a grand pageant which marked the dedication of our school. W e’ve had the experience of running at top speed to make up for the time well spent in producing that pageant. We have shaken the crumbs of plaster from our hair and gone seriously to work. Some of us have taken the high road, some the low road to what we expect to bring us future happiness. We’re Juniors, sadder but wiser, tired yet happy. Daniel W. Brown EDA S. ADLER 18 Courtland Road, Dorchester, Mass. Manual Training High School, Brooklyn, N. Y. Junior Prom Committee Mascart Theatre General Design Course Eda’s smile is an enigma of contented irony. Actually she is true to herself and her ideas. At work she has a power of intense concentration, w-hile at play she often scintillates with delicious humor! DANIEL W. BROWN 42 Samoset Street, Plymouth, Mass. Plymouth High School General Design Course A little nonsense now and then Is relished by the wisest men. Dan keeps us all up-to-date on the latest talkies as well as creating really individual designs. B. SELMA COPANS 111 Grant Street, Lynn, Mass. Lynn Classical High School General Design Course More often seen than heard, our petite Selmais capable of winning witha smile, convincing with a word, and working with keen satisfaction in the accom- plishment of her designs. ’32 JESSICA H. GRACE 134 Coleridge Street, East Boston, Mass. East Boston High School General Design Course Jessica is a pleasant, unobtrusive addi- tion to any group. She is an earnest, sincere worker. By the careful selection of a few real friends and only one con- fidante, she has drawn about herself an aura of quiet mystery. THADDEUS F. CALL 31 Commonwealth Avenue Gloucester, Mass. Gloucester High School General Design Course Here is a young man whose strong char- acter and seriousness of purpose reach far deeper than the trivial banter of ordinary conversation. He draws well — even better than he knows — and we ptedict an interesting future. CLARA B. ANDREWS Page House, Danvers, Mass. Danvers High School General Design Course Clara is an amusing companion and classmate. Her work is imbued with a humor that is quite her own. It is that inbred gayety of soul that makes her such a grand puppet player for the Jolly Capers Marionettes.” DOROTHY W. COURT 15 Century Street, West Medford, Mass. Medford High School General Design Course Dorothy is delightfully conscious of the world about her, and her sly wit never fails. Hers is an unforgettable per- sonality. FLORENCE M. HIGGINS Main Street, Townsend, Mass. Townsend High School General Design Course Florence is best known for her good nature. Ask and it will be given unto you” is her motto. She has an apprecia- tive sense of humor and good spirits. LORRAINE HOLMES 66 Grove Street, Auburndale, Mass. Newton High School General Design Course Rather quiet, perhaps, to one who does not know her, but in the company of her friends she displays a kindly and sym- pathetic nature. Lorraine’s fine work gives proof of an unusual amount of artistic ability. MADELINE H. MANOOGIAN 2 Chestnut Street, Everett, Mass. Everett High School General Design Course A quiet unpretentious person whose personality fits the saying, Still waters run deep. ” Hers is a character strong in purpose and achievement, with a deep appreciation of the beautiful; a bit wistful within, perhaps, yet determined and persevering. She seems a potpourri of emotions not yet boiled down to a common controlled solution. DORIS E. NOONEY 175 Whitman Ave., W. Hartford, Conn. William H. Hall High School General Design Course A dreamer, dancer, and out-door sport is Doris; always independent and indi- vidual in her work. She is quite as curious and, one might say, quite as gentle as a child. ’32 CHARLES K. JOHNSON 19 Olmstead St., Jamaica Plain, Mass. High School of Commerce General Design Course Possessed of a store of good nature and generosity, Charlie ” makes himself welcome on all occasions. One cannot over accentuate the philanthropic atti- tude of this student, who enjoys the humorous side of life. JANET F. LAMSON 50 North Street, Ludlow, Mass. Ludlow High School General Design Course Jan is reserved, but when this wall is broken down one finds an interesting and refined person. A conscientious student, Janet creates delicate, sensitive designs which are quite in keeping with her personality. RHODA A. KENNAN Box 93, Nobscot, Mass. Framingham High School Glee Club General Design Course Rhoda ' s capacity for sympathy and her sincerity in all she says would not be appreciated if many of us did not find ourselves in need now and again. Her humor is second to none and one might add the same of her eyes and smile. JEAN M. REPPUCCI 98 Paris Street, East Boston, Mass. English High School Magic Club Mascot of the Football Team General Design Course A delightful companion with a cheerful disposition, always willing to lend a helping hand. The best buddy in the world — to Sam. HENRIETTA C. MAHONEY 17 Stevens Court, Lynn, Mass. Lynn English High School General Design Course “Unconscious of the drab, dull monotony of the ordinary life and find- ing rich full moments of ecstasy in merely living. RUSSELL W. WEST 91 South Kimball St., Haverhill, Mass. Haverhill High School Photographic Editor of Year Book Gener. l Design Course Russ” is an interesting person to talk with on a variety of current subjects. He seems a little undecided as to the goal of his life, yet quite decided in his viewpoints. Russell has an appreciation of the old ma.sters which is quite con- trary to his fondness for ultra-modern art. B. RBARA T. ADAMS 60 Hillsdale Road, Medford, Mass. Medford High School Glee Club ' 30 Costume Design Course Barb ” is energetic and accomplishes all she sets out to do. Any day is brightened by her presence, for where she is, life is. SADIE M. CARR 165 Willow Street, West Roxbury, Mass. Jamaica Plain High School Current Events Club Mascart Theatre Costume Design Course Sadie is sure to see the humor of every- thing; a bit reserved, but decided and generous in her likes and dislikes. ’32 MARION W. RUSS 1 Clarina Street, Wakefield, Mass. Wakefield High School Class Editor Year Book ' 19, ' 30 Editor-in-Chief Year Book ' 31 Advisory Board Current Events Club General Design Course A most gracious and kind friend, whose young shoulders have borne the burdens of a mature nature without protest. A true student, a conscientious worker, and of an open optimistic nature, Marion is an excellent executive and of a truly noble character. DOROTHY E. GOLDBERG 21 Aborn Street, Peabody, Mass. Peabody High School Costume Design Course Dorothy is one of our most charming classmates and friends. Contact vvith various elements in the Costume Design course has changed her. We ' re serious — she’s serious. MARION L. ALLARD 136 Wakefield Street, Reading, Mass. Reading High School Glee Club Costume Design Course She is pretty to walk with, And witty to talk with. And pleasant, too, to think on.” Mamie” is always quietly ready to help and be friendly to us all. KATHRYN E. HOWARD 7 Sheridan Street, Lawrence, Mass. Lawrence High School Vice-president ' 28 Costume Design Course A sweet smile and merry eyes — she is gay, yet wistful. Music that soars on dream-wings, up and ever upwards — that is Bunny. Or there is that other person called Bunny who would rather tramp for hours through wind- tossed leaves than go to a lecture. MARY F. LIVINGSTON 153 Westfield Street, Lowell, Mass. Lowell High School Costume Design Course A complex nature which is at once a combination of sweetness and per- plexity. Once a shy bewildered girl, she has blossomed forth into a sleek young modern. MAE E. MAGRIEL 11 Medford Street, Springfield, Mass. Central High School Costume Design Course A strictly modern and vivacious girl; Mae’s selections in color and design show a heritage of refinement, talent, and good judgment that is balanced bv a remarkable touch of humor and good nature. DOROTHY K. MURPHY 23 Bertran Street, Lowell, Mass. Lowell High School Costume Design Course Dorothy has beautiful moods — she is gay, dignified, sad, determined by turns; but gay or sad, she ' s a girl won- derfully sweet to know — and gloriously alive. HELEN E. BLAIR 20 Birch Hill Road, Newtonville, Mass. Newton High School Modeling Course At first glance, Helen is as pink and white, as gold and blue, as slim and fragile as a Dresden china doll; but underneath (it is not hard to see if one notices her eyes) there is a steadfast strength of purpose, a fine friendliness, and a keen perception. ’32 LUCILLE WARE 11 Linden Street, Reading, Mass. Reading High School Year Book Staff ' 31 Class Secretary ' 31 Assembly Committee Costume Design Course One of the very efficient costume de- signers who helped admirably with the pageant, Lucille is a charming class- mate and friend. Her quick decisions and definite ideas denote her as a person with a striking personality, and a pep- pery and wholly lovable disposition. LILLIAN R. STRIESFIELD 35 Observatory Ave., Haverhill, Mass. Haverhill High School Costume Design Course It is impossible to think of Lil” with- out a mental picture of her striking black hair, her ruby lips, and the fire- works in her eyes — fireworks that re- flect the soul of a young woman to whom life is an Art. HELEN L. SAWYER 82 Linden Street, Everett, Mass. Everett High School Costume Design Course Pat ” is an interesting conversation- alist. Her generosity and congeniality make her well known among the cos- tume designers. MARY K. STEWART Cook Street, Boylston, Mass. High School of Commerce, Worcester Costume Design Course It ' s nice to be natural When you’re naturally nice.” Mary K.” is such a happy person that her presence cheers everyone. Who can help admiring her willingness to help and be friendly? RUTH E. KENNEDY Dunstable, Mass. Lowell High School Modeling Course From a quaint old home, nestling be- neath big maples, looking off to purple mountains, comes our rosy cheeked rambler of the hills. Her love of the country and ambition to be a sculptor are ever competing for supremacy in her mind. WALTER F. JOHNSTON 880 School Street, Webster, Mass. Bartlett High School Treasurer ' 29 Junior Prom Committee Drawing and Painting Course Walter becomes an excellent friend once you ' ve known him. He ' s very quiet and reserved in public; but he ' s also an ardent admirer of this modern jazz, and a jolly fellow to his intimate acquaintances. DOROTHY M. BABINE 167 Ash Street, Reading, Mass. Reading High School Teacher Training Course Combine “chic and petite” and one gets a combination hard to beat — Dot! She may be small in body, but not in spirit. In fact, Dottie ' s twinkling eyes and ready smile are always evident and welcome. CATHERINE A. COLLIER R. F. D. No. 3, Lowell, Mass. Lowell High School Teacher Training Course A voice intermingled with musical laughter has Kay.” Her pleasant manner, her friendly aid, and her sense of humor, plus periods of gentle teasing, are always welcome attributes to any gathering. ’32 ARTHUR W. McMURTRY 321 Pearl Street, Cambridge, Mass. Rindge Technical High School Drawing and Painting Course We all admire Arthur ' s fine water colors which feature in our exhibitions; and his sense of humor, the delightful Mark Twain brand, is a joy to us. ESTHER I. BURGESS 13 Beechwood Ave., Watertown, Mass. Watertown High School Teacher Training Course Esther accomplishes her work in a quiet, unassuming manner, and is sur- prisingly proficient. She always sees the sunny siae of situations and is very sympathetic and understanding. LUCIA E. BUCKLE I Hillside Avenue, Wakefield, Mass. Wakefield High School Year Book Staff ' 31 Drawing and Painting Course The spark of genius is quite plainly seen in Lucia ' s canvases, which is just another way of stating her success as a painter. The fairies must have endowed her with that rare combination of intel- ligence and a wholesome outlook on life. DORIS M. BIELING 589 Birch Street, Fall Riv ' er, Mass. Durfee High School Teacher Training Course Petite and dainty, crowned with golden red curls, would any one suspect how much energy is concealed in that tiny person? Nevertheless it is there along with many other desirable qualities. GRACE A. BLACK 22 Oak Street, Reading, Mass. Reading High School Teacher Training Course We all like Grace! She ' s so cordial, so nice, so quietly clever; a little bit re- served, but then, that only adds to the interest. MYER A. GOLDSTEIN 368 Park Street, Dorchester, Mass. Dorchester High School for Boys Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course Myer is better known as Major,” always smiling, cheerful and willing to help anyone. He is a faithful keeper of our store, a polite young gentleman who believes in Service w ' ith a Smile. PAUL G. GREELEY 510 Main Street, Waltham, Mass. Waltham High School Class President ' 31 Current Events Club Teacher Training Course Actions speak louder than words” may well be Paul ' s motto, so quietly and efficiently does he carry out the class duties and attend to his studies. Behind a mask of silence there lurks a conta- gious spark of frivolity and gallantrv. DOROTHY A. LEWIS 11 Peabody Street, Stoneham, Mass. Malden High School Literary Editor of Year Book ' 31 Class Secretary ' 31 Current Events Club Teacher Training Course Dot is an extremely interesting person with whom to discuss any w ' ork of art, for her opinions are very positive. Always she remains composed and prac- tical, in her quiet manner proving a steadfast friendship. ’32 ROBERT L. DRUMMOND 17 Woodrow Avenue, Medford, Mass. Medford High School Teacher Training Course A gentleman with an unsurpassed dis- position; a believer of be yourself. GRACE P. HAYNES 8 Carleton Street, Haverhill, Mass. Haverhill High School Assistant Director Current Events Club ' 30, ' 31 Teacher Training Course The rhythm of builded happiness flow- ing through these years forebodes for her many precious hours woven into one beautiful dream. LUCY M. DUREN Carlisle, Mass. Concord High School Teacher Training Course Lucy is one of the sweet little-town girls. She belongs to the class of people who, although not in the lime- light, are always beloved and respected by all who know them. EDNA LITTLE 154 High Street, Reading, Mass. Reading High School Teacher Training Course Tall, slim, blue-eyed Edna has a hard time deciding things, but that ' s because she likes everything and everybody. Optimistic to the nth degree, Edna is well on the way to become that kind of teacher that is the ideal of all the am- bitious Junior Teacher Trainers. LILLIAN W. HUNT 30 Butler .Y venue, Stoneham, Mass. Stoneham High School Mascart Theatre Glee Club Junior Prom Committee Teacher Training Course A typical product of our New England soil, there lingers about Lillian an aroma of her colonial ancestors. On the other hand, Lillian is extremely modern, which keeps her ever in a turmoil de- ciding whether the spirit of the past or this modern spirit shall be the conqueror of her ideas and ideals. SAM A. MIDMAN 11 Cheney Street, Roxbury, Mass. Revere High School Vice-President Student Association ' 29 Football Team ’28, ' 29, ' 30 Teacher Training Course Sam’s always ready with advice and as- sistance at the right moment I He not only makes things brighter for his in- separable chum, Jean, but for all of us. GRETCHEN A. SHELTON 11 Pershing Rd., Jamaica Plain, Mass. Practical Arts High School Year Book Staff ’31 Teacher Training Course An idealist and romanticist! and an altogether charming person! To know her, is to like her, for she is truly the artist — in personality, ability, and achievement. Industrious, often seri- ous, then again jolly, but always pleasant, Gretchen is bound to succeed in her profession. NELLIE G. SMITH 1 Melrose Avenue, Adams, Mass. Adams High School Teacher Training Course Quiet and not a little reserved, Nellie keeps her intimate self for her friends. Yet to us all she shows a friendly, cheerful, and modest personality. ’32 A. ELIZABETH SMITH 65 Greenwood Ave., Greenwood, Mass. Wakefield High School Glee Club Teacher Training Course With envy, we place Elizabeth under a long, impressive column of C’s, such as : Capable, courteous, clever, conscien- tious, cheerful, etc. Still Betty does have moments of rebellion. Above all, she is naturally a happy sort of person, eager for good times, willing and ready with help, and also a very good sport. MARY H. RYZEWSKI 70 Regent Street, Roxbury, Mass. Ware High School Glee Club Year Book Staff ’31 Teacher Training Course One may suddenly chance upon a lovely (lower while in the deep woods and become glad over it. Such is the case with Mary. If one comes to know this pleasant, gracious, dependable student, one feels an added gladness in her presence. HENRY H. HARRIS 114 Chelmsford St., Lowell, Mass. Lowell High School Teacher Training Course Magic Club Football 1, 2, 3 Glee Club 2, 3 Bucky is to be recognized by his modesty, quick wdt, and smile. Know him, and you have found a strong char- acter and a heart of gold. Bucky is always ready for some good fun, and is always ready to carry his share of the burden. PAULINE E. MOUNTAIN 69 Woodside Road, Winchester, Mass. Lowell High School Glee Club Teacher Training Course From the ’’faithful mountain” to any- one! — a ready smile, a certain interest and sympathy for the shyest Freshman and the biggest Senior! RUTH T. RYAN 4 Pearl Street, Ayer, Mass. Westford Academy Glee Club Teacher Training Course ■’Rufus” tries so hard to be cynical, and may be a bit mercurial. She has the courage of her convictions; what she likes, she likes; what she doesn’t, she doesn’t. HILDA C. VINCENT 46 State Street, New Bedford, Mass. New Bedford High School Current Events Club Teacher Training Course Is refinement a lost art? Impossible, for Hilda proves the contrary to be true. She is always ready to listen to every- one ' s troubles, and usually finds a cure. ALINE WOODBOROUGH 66 Monmouth Street, Springfield, Mass. Hitchcock Academy Current Events Club ' 30, ' 31 Assembly Committe e ' 30, ' 31 Year Book Staff ' 31 Te.acher Training Course Like the old woman in the shoe, Aline ' s time is so taken up wi ' -h numerous com- mittees, clubs and organizations that she scarcely knows what to do. Aline ' s capability fully enables her to understand her responsibilities and still find time to faithfully attend to her studies and to make many friends. MARGUERITE J. TAYLOR 35 Amaranth Street, Medford, Mass. Milford High School Teacher Training Course Look closely and you ' ll see a small dark haired person. She is familiarly known as Midge, a little optimist who brightens up many a dark day. You will find her an eager listener and a willing helper. PHYLLIS DAISY BRYANT Box 135, West Lynn, Mass. West Roxbury High School Teacher Training Course Member of the India Society of London, England. Phyllis has a mind which works rapidly and a vivacity proved by many warm friendships. Wiser by ex- perience, Phyllis is frankly willing to share with those who really appreciate the value of an older friend. PHILIP ADAMS 23 Madison Circle, Greenfield, Mass. Deerfield Academy Teacher Training Course Phil is an athlete of exceptional ability, and possessor of countless colorful stories of his varied experi- ences. We feel sure that his tactful nature plus his experience will make him a fine teacher. VICTORIA A. SZYDLOWSKI 215 Hancock Street, Dorchester, Mass. Roxbury Memorial High School Glee Club Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course It is seldom that one finds a kinder, truer, and more lovable nature; like the children and fairies she likes to draw. A friend in need is a friend indeed. ATHALEEN G. GRAB 38 Atherton Street, Roxbury, Mass. High School of Practical Arts Glee Club Teacher Training Course Athaleen seems a child of the rustic, with eyes that snap with gypsy fire and glow with the spirit behind them; a cynic of the world who scoffs at conven- tion, and mocks the superficial, yet kindly overlooks the shortcomings of her friends. MILDRED L. MACKENZIE 14 Winthrop Street, Roxbury, Mass. High School of Practical Arts Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course She’s a jolly good fellow, enjoying life to the nth degree, yet generous and interested in her friends’ welfare. FREDA NATHANSON 274 Brookline Street, Cambridge, Mass. Practical Arts High School Glee Club Mascart Theatre Magic Club Teacher Training Course A noticeable feature of Freda is her smile of friendliness! In her presence, troubles disappear. Always agreeable and happy, Freda will make an excellent teacher. STELLA RACKETTE 7 Highland Street, Dorchester, Mass. Dorchester High School Glee Club Mascart Theatre Teacher Training Course Stella always seems so full of life that whenever she fingers those ivory keys, she transfers that aliveness to us. Her work in class is well known for its exceptionally fine quality. GLADYS JOHNSON 107 Chadwick Street, Haverhill, Mass. Haverhill High School Teacher Training Course ’’Some for the Glories of this World, and some Sigh for the Prophet’s Paradise to come; Ah,take theCash and let the Credit go. Nor heed the rumble of a distant Drum!” LAURA D. HALL Saxonville, Framingham, Mass. Framingham High School M. S. A. Orchestra Modeling Course Laura’s quiet appearance covers an un- expected love of fun. Her favorite occu- pations are modeling horses, polishing her car, and driving it. She also plays a flute which is quite a surprise to her classmates. ’32 EDNA M. JAMES 94 Montfort Street, Cambridge, Mass. Malden High School Teacher Training Course As the weaver of life weaves our des- tinies into her pattern, so Edna has woven on her loom a pattern of a persevering and sympathetic nature against a background of reserve. BARBARA M. McCRILLlS 11 Hobson Street, Methuen, Mass. Edward F. Searles High School Costume Design Course Barbara is optimistic and therefore in- dispensable to the Costume Design group. Her disarming smile puts one at ease — it’s fun to be with her. ELEANOR SCHER 12 Fayette Street, Beverly, Mass. Beverly High School General Design Course “She’s happy, pleasant, joyful, free.” Eleanor only came into our class this year, but she has already made a place amid the Junior designers. JEAN JACOB 50 Basset Street, Lynn, Mass. Far Rockaway High School, New York Orchestra Teacher Training Course Jean is refreshing, ingenuous, and of an understanding nature. One is permitted to see only the naivete which screens her profound searching in the sun and sea. Jean herself reminds one of a merry whitecap touched with golden sunlight. CATHERINE HILLIARD 74 Reservoir Street, Cambridge, Mass. Cambridge High School Glee Club Drawing and Painting Course Catherine is an independent thinker with quite decided views on life and art. She possesses calm dignity and sincerity, characteristics essential for a successful career. ERNST S. HALBERSTADT 66 Eddy Street, Newtonville, Mass. Mechanic Arts High School Mascart Theatre Draw’ing and Painting Course That attists are men of subtle craft,” we ate positive when we think of “Ernie.” His real ability and unassum- ing manner make him a worthwhile classmate. HELENA G. HOMER 59 Howard Street, Arlington, Mass. Arlington High School Teacher Training Course Vivacious and ambitious, Helena goes to night school as well as day. Gay and light-hearted but a conscientious worker, with aspirations of making etchings “a la Thayer.” ELAINE G. WHITMORE 77 Cherry Street, Holyoke, Mass. Holyoke High School Drawing and Painting Course Elaine’s an admirer of Rodin; among the best in composition. Although she perhaps appears quiet, and very much Elaine the Fair” to outsiders, her depth of character makes her a most worthy friend. RICHARD V. ELLERY 35 Cherry Street, Danvers, Mass. Danvers High School Vice-president of Student Association Drawing and Painting Course A woodcut of a face half concealed in some mysterious shadow. The lines are stern and strong, but a quiet smile lurks behind the mask. SUSAN MEYER 108 Greenwood Lane, Waltham, Mass. Waltham High School Drawing and Painting Course Some, thinking of Sue, are reminded of lavender, old lace, and colonial houses. But alas, she admires skyscrapers, vivid colors, and luxurious and expensive things. Somehow Sue combines the modern and the antique into a delightful personality. RUTH E. UNDERHILL 50 Trapelo Road, Waltham, Mass. Waltham High School Drawing and Painting Course Good judgment, excellent taste, gen- erosity, and originality are Ruth’s chief characteristics. She enjoys exhibitions, music, the theater, and dancing. She’s full of ideas, and with all her energy would perform marvelous experiments if conventions did not check her. FLORENCE WOLFSON 108 Maple Street, Roxbury, Mass. Memorial High School Teacher Training Course There’s a gay little lassie Who fits in our hearts With the music of laughter. With grace without art. She’s as sweet as a flower. As straight as a dart, — This demure little lassie Who fits in our hearts. MARGARET HALL Hospital Road, Concord, Mass. Concord High School Class Secretary ’29 Teacher Training Course Otherwise called Putch” and the source of much of our fun, Margaret also possesses many admirable qualities. Every one of us has noticed her beautiful sense of design, proportion, and color. ’32 JOSEPH A. DRISCOLL 173 Copeland Street, Campello, Mass. Brockton High School Teacher Training Course The gentleman known as the wizard of rock gardens. Joe is one who enjoys the society of his fellow students and is at all times appreciative of beauty, natural and applied. DOROTHY B. PAGE 22 Adams Ave., Everett, Mass. Everett High School Costume Design Course ■’Dottie” Page is one of a group of cos- tume designers who is never merely busy — always too busy. Often change- able, she is, however, above all a good sport and the life of the party. RUTH H. WIGHT 48 Walnut Street, Milton, Mass. Milton High School Glee Club Assistant Editor Year Book Teacher Training Course Although Ruth fills for us the old adage of being seen and not heard, you cannot say she is not felt. Whenever you want anything — be it work, materials, or even sympathy, she is ready. She makes the word Friendship really mean some- thing fine with her sweet efforts to please and help us all. DONALD BENJAMIN KNOWLES 60 Park Street, Brookline, Mass. Mechanic Arts High School Football 2, 3 Art Editor Year Book Drawing and Painting Course Like the medieval gargoyles depicting the humorous and grotesque side of life, Donald shows to the world these phases of his personality. Yet who can know the secrets of the inner soul? officers CLASS OF NINETEEN THIRTY-THREE James Dugan President Robert Cunningham T reasurer Nadine Young Catherine Anderson Vice-President Secretary W HAT, the year all over? No, it can’t be. Why, the glamour of the new school is still new. We have just finished showing unheard-of authority over our green inferiors. Our Sophomore sophistication has not waned, but ah! I forget. We have sweated for hours and slaved for days to please our contemporaries.” Time has flown. For haven’t we walked with Wordsworth, sung with Keats, been happy in Italy, and learned what great art is from Leonardo? We have given a play, too. A very worthwhile production of The Man Who Married a Dumb Wife.” And then there was the dance, colorful and gay. Our class turned out in costume for an Evening in Paris.” It has all passed too quickly, but as we look back, what precious memories have we stored away! Acquaintance has grown into great friendship, and work has become our joy. Beatrice Evers officers CLASS OF NINETEEN THIRTY-FOUR Walter Blf.ssington T reasurer James Thompson President Bertha Hoellrich Secretary Leah Taylor Vice-President W ANDERING around a new building that was fresh with odors of paint and plaster, members of the primary class sought out others who wore an unmis- takable look of newness. Little by little, the perplexities of art school and the new school were done away, and the Freshman spoke familiarly with other Freshmen. Enthusiasm ran high and fingers itched for a chance to draw or do something artistic. Time passed, and the students of the first class began to feel at home. Classes began, and we studied the things that were great and glorious. We met the royal Egyptian queen, and made notebooks; dissected golden oblongs and root twos; mixed values of yellow; alternately painted and scraped canvas board; stretched paper; designed; used charcoal one way and another; and modeled in clay. We Freshmen had not been long at Art School before we met the Sophomores. Freshman week with the hazing will remain in our memories. Smock day found us again the center of interest, symbolically smocked in green ribbons which took the place of the smocks. After the ceremony, and before the dance, Mr. and Mrs. Newell and the faculty greeted us cordially, and we were dubbed The class of the bear cub.” The Freshmen did their homework, attended classes and assemblies and yet they did other things. Four men made the football team; eight made the basketball squad. They assisted with the dedicatory pageant, and they joined clubs and elected class officers. Division three entertained the school at an assembly, and division one hung an exhibition from the Roerich Museum School in New York. Other plans were under way at this writing; a Freshman picnic; a dance. But of this, how much is history? Time alone will tell what will be remembered. It is not so important what they have done, but what they will do! Warren T. Berry Officers of the STUDENT ASSOCIATION, 1931 Gordon Woodington Richard Ellery Treas7irer Vice-President Viola Landry Howard Curtis Secretary President Y es, there is a Santa Claus! Every one, from our beloved little Jean to our theoretical Ein- stein — Mr. Jamison — believes that there is. They have succeeded in convincing the officers of the Student Association of this astounding fact. The secretary dutifully takes pen in hand and sends a yearly invitation to Santa himself to officiate at our Christmas Feast. And with a jingle of bells and a stamping of boots, he arrives! As he presents a gift to each and every one, a merry little rhyme spontaneously accompanies the bulging package. We mention the Christmas Feast first, because this is the gala occasion which the Student Association sponsors. The Student Association, and its offspring, the Advisory Board, carries out the financial plans for the school activities. The Association considers the wants of the students as a group organization and tries to bring about successfully the completion of these desires. Since its early foundation in 1922 many of these ideas have borne fruit. We have a melodious Glee Club, an annual spring outing, and a basketball team and a football team. Undoubtedly, the most interesting product of the Student Association is the Mascart The- atre whose dramatic and artistic abilities fill us with profound admiration. The financing of the Year Book, a student publication which represents the entire school, is also assumed by the Student Association. To cap the climax of activities, we have introduced the wearing of the Senior’s cap and gown at the monthly Student Association meeting, an innovation that demands respect. The Senior Teacher Trainers, because of the degree of B.S. in Education, are entitled to this ceremonious apparel. Under the leadership of a splendid president, the Student Association has honestly endeavored to carry out the ideals of a cooperative student body, ever striving toward the glory of M. S. A. Viola M. Landry, Secretary Mary Ryzewski Ass’t Literary Editor Warren Berry Freshman Editor YEAR BOOK STAFF, 1931 Back Roic Aline Woodborough Russell West Ass’t Literary Editor Photographic Editor Grace Scott Lucille Ware Senior Editor Business Manager Beatrice Evers Sophomore Editor Lucia Buckle Ass’t Art Editor Front Row Daniel Brown Dorothy Lewis Marion Russ Gretchen Shelton Junior Editor Literary Editor Editor-in-Chief Circulating Manager Donald Knowles Art Editor THE MAGIC CLUB unacquainted visitor, even a student not in the know,” might wonder where go the per- sons that glide off into an unknown nothingness on the second floor on late Friday afternoons. Persons have often been seen entering a door that apparently led nowhere. But a Magic Club member knows that this is an unnumbered room where evil things are wrought. It was an extremely lucky bit that the Magic Club should be bestowed with a room all for its own secret machinations, where full enjoyment of concealment could be had. Here this year gathered a group attracted by the guidanc e of Mr. Hoadley, where they could be awed in the wonders of magic, and still more by the knowledge for its performance. In true secrecy were the charms of deep mystery led forth in palm reading, card tricks, rope ties, sleight of hand, and hypnotics. The Club, continuing its yearly number of appearances, gave, in March, at the Fitchburg Normal School, an evening’s entertainment by Mr. and Mrs. Hoadley, assisted by Jean Reppucci, Kenneth Berry, and Gordon Woodington. The whole membership is planning to perform before the Student Body in April, in such manner as to make it a memorable assembly. Also, two performances are being planned to be given at the Elizabeth Peabody Home. The followers of the mystic come together with an impelling interest in the mastery of magic, and thus find a very enjoyable recreation. May we in our performances be true followers of Magic, truly emulating the masters, — Blackstone and Houdini! Gordon Woodington Back Row Lucille Ware Marie Turner Ann Jenkins Aline Woodborough Frank Devecis Front Row Mr. O’Donnell Mrs. Whittet Mr. Wilder Mr. Hoadley Mr. Cain THE ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE O UR assemblies are in the charge of a committee of twelve and a chairman who is Dean Wilder. There are four faculty members, each having two student assistants. The faculty members are appointed by the chairman each year and may be reappointed or not. The student members are two from each class, one appointed by the committee and the other elected by the class, and they serve for four years. Thus each year two Seniors retire and two Freshmen are added. Any vacancy is filled by the class concerned. The assemblies are arranged on the plan of Student Association, Music, Speaker and Student Activities, each once a month. A faculty member as chairman of a sub-committee is responsible for one type of assembly each month. A student serving four years on the committee may have the opportunity of working for each group, unless his experience on one sub-committee makes his continued service there more valuable. At the opening meeting each year the sub-committees are rearranged. The plan of four kinds of assemblies each month was adopted in order to please the majority. Some like one kind and others another. It would be impo.ssible to satisfy every one all the time. The committee tries to give a pleasing variety and interest to the programs. The committee is always open to suggestion and glad to receive information regarding pos- sible programs. If you have something you would like to present at an assembly, or know of some one or some thing which you think would interest our body, speak to the chairman or some mem- ber of the committee. It would be wise to do so early in the school year, if possible, because the programs are planned some time in advance. Aline V. Woodborough THE ART STUDENTS’ CHORUS Many love music for music’s sake, Many because her touches can awake Thoughts that repose in the breast half-dead, And rise to follow where she loves to lead.” — Land or R ussian chorales, early Italian ballads, English music, these have been our Friday afternoon , companions. With David Blair McClosky to lead us through the maze of notes, we feel our- selves to be the privileged class of the school. Dean Wilder has often remarked that the Fine Arts should be really the Allied Arts. Identi- cally the same thing was said by Mr. McClosky, himself an artist in music. Painters and designers, teachers and sculptors, should have mental horizons beyond their own particular ranges. Many find themselves liking literature, classical or modern, while others like to write as well as to read. Nearly all like music, either actively or passively. Those in the latter category visit the Symphony, and listen to celebrated musicians over the radio. The active lovers of music do this, and also play in the school orchestra or sing in the chorus on Friday afternoons. The more difficult the music, the more they enjoy the singing. In addition to giving those students desiring it, an opportunity to sing under a competent leader once a week, the chorus has aspired to give a concert in the Spring, in Jordan Hall. This concert marks our dHynt in the musical life of the city. As the year closes and our singing is over, the chorus can sincerely and enthusiastically say that, as the music constitutes one-half the enjoyment, the other half is due to Mr. McClosky. A deep knowledge of music added to the ability to lead people, not through applied psychology, but through sheer richness of personality, is what has made our chorus the success it has proved to be in the school life. Jean Harper, Secretary THE CURRENT EVENTS CLUB OF THE MASSACHUSETTS SCHOOL OF ART S N the fall of 1929, at a student assembly, Mr. Wilder invited every one interested in a Current Events Club to meet with him to discuss the possibility of such an organization. A small group of students accepted the Dean’s invitation, but these few were so enthusiastic over his plan that the Club then formed has continued to meet regularly. The growth of the Club was slow, but in the autumn of 1930 it became properly organized and adopted a constit ution. Next year the members hope that in addition to the program of study and discussion of current events, speakers may be available, qualified to present impressions about those countries or situations which are of interest to us. The Dean was desirous of having a group of young people in this school interested in the vital relationship of the artist to the life about him. Of all the active persons in the world the artist must not be the ignoramus; and of all the actors on the stage of life, he must be thoroughly acquainted with its ways. The Current Events Club is an extraordinary part of school life: This is the hall where noble spirits feel Is set a glowing purpose none may shun Who here has entered and his work begun; Not as a slave, but as a thinking man. Here youth should learn if he may ever learn. Intrinsic values, and the harmony of things; Then of the child, from out his questionings. Emerge to manhood an attentive one. Not here will hazy temperament excuse The ignorant, or those who idly dream; For sensitized by thought the artist’s mind With quick discernment must abhor the false And mould true image from his lover’s heart; For life is art, and art is infinite life. John E. Phelps Director of Current Events Club Back Row J. Fruit R. Peterson J. Thompson K. Rovce P. Quinn F. Devecis FI. Neunzer Mr. FIoadi.ey Front Row A. Holland E. Nash G. Buckley A. Willis A M. S. A. BASKETBALL TEAM, 1931 |T the present time two very outstanding basketball teams have developed in M. S. A. Due to the misfortune of the school in not having a gymnasium, the players, who are both upper and lower classmen, have been obliged to practice once a week on Thurs- day evenings at the Elizabeth Peabody House on Charles Street, Boston. The young men have found an excellent coach in the person of Mr. Hoadley of our Faculty. It is due to his coaching that the boys of our school have been able to play against some of the best playing teams in this section. The line-ups are: — First T earn Paul Quinn — right forward Kenneth Rowe (Captain) — center Everett Nash Stephen Maniatti — left forward James Thompson — left guard Frank Devecis — right guard Second Team Adolph Willis — left guard Henry Neunzer — right guard Warren Berry — right forward George Buckley — center Arthur Holland — left forward — John Fruit Student Manager Coach — Mr. Edwin Hoadley James Thompson 5 Back Row R. Amendola R. Peterson P. Quinn A. Silverman Front Row J. Goodman D. Knowles M. Kovaleski R. Cunningham J.. Thompson G. Reynolds J. Dugan Inserts S. Midman H. Harris K. Rowe A. Willis M. S. A. FOOTBALL TEAM, 1931 F ive years ago, during the hazing of 1926, the Freshman class decided to band together and refuse to do the absurd things the Sophomores demanded. In the hall of the old school, the refusal of a Freshman to comply with the wishes of a Sophomore brought about a battle in which the members of both classes joined. Of course the Dean soon stopped this discussion, but the dissen- sion between the two classes was so strong that it was agreed to settle their supremacy on the gridiron. It was a bright, cold, October day when the boys played their ” grudge ” game. Three boys wore uniforms, a few knickers, others gloves; while one had on a heavy overcoat and another wore a derby. The Sophomores emerged from that memorial game with a score of 14-0. Vesper George was informed of the game, and the very next year hurled a challenge at M. S. A. Our boys gathered eleven brave men, and with little or no practice played a well- organized game. But alas! M. S. A. lost by the score of 14-13. In 1928 a cup was donated by both schools as an objective to the teams in their annual game. The school victorious three times would become the owner of the cup. That year, with Bud” Winters as captain, we practiced with an objective in mind and emerged victorious with a score of 12-0. The next year, under the captaincy of Gordon Reynolds, M. S. A. again defeated Vesper George with a score of 18-0. That same year the school supplied the team with uniforms, and at the end of the season ”Al” Silverman was elected captain. In 1930 the Vesper George School refused to acknowledge the M. S. A. challenge. However, the Designers’ Art School, coached by R. Henry Blattner, was secured. After a minute of play- ing, M. S. A. scored her first touchdown, and during the whole period played an excellent game. Our victory was won by a score of 32-0. In the fall of 1931 we hope to establish an Alumni Day on which the school team will play the Alumni team, and old friends will have an opportunity to renew acquaintances. Henry H. Harris Captaiu of 19} i Team THE MASCART THEATRE T he Mascart Theatre was founded in the fall of 1928 by members of the class of 1930, fired with an enthusiasm for the theatre arts. It was the aim of the founders to build an organization designed upon the lines of an experimental theatre rather than a dramatic club and to emphasize in its work the visual rather than the histrionic arts. Thus by approach- ing the theatre from the artist’s viewpoint, stressing the arts of costuming, lighting, and staging, an opportunity might be provided for study and experimentation in theatre-craft and a medium of artistic expression might be developed. These were the ideals and purposes for which the club was organized, and, although not completely realized, perhaps, they have been the dominating policy in the productions of the organization. During the first year the theatre staged Geber,” a medieval fantasy written by one of its members. As an initial major effort this production was a unique achievement in lighting and stage effects. In December of 1929, the organization collaborated with the faculty committee in the presentation of part of the dedicatory pageant. Later in the year a variety night was offered, presenting the court scene from The Merchant of Venice,” together with a program of music and interpretive dancing. This season concluded with the presentation of three one- act plays, ' ' ’Op ’O My Thumb,” Rehearsal,” and The Beau of Bath.” This year the theatre has presented three one-act plays of recent memory. Plans for a major production are now under way. With the new stage and facilities now available there is opportunity for an enlarged scope of activity and a more complete realization of the aims for which the Mascart Theatre was organized. Kenneth Barton •i t