McKinley Junior High School - McKinleyan Yearbook (Brooklyn, NY)

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T. f ' ,'l.. .-., mm E ggs ,- I. 'I as 'S 6 i 51 i lR xlIl Qs 1 , - Ef'1.ii- : . 0 1:-'lip X -FUEL . A,9ATHER1NC1GReYEff4GAY.. A i 7' ' W F ANYONE has been carrying the idea that the pupils of McKinley do X I not appreciate their beuatiful auditorium, just let him look over this i sl' Ai , calendar: L l , Yi' Sepia-Jillzcr 26-For B7's only. Mr. Grey, in charge of the school bank savings system, and Miss Helen S. VVatson, our especial friend from the superintendents ollice, spoke to the children about the value of saving money. We were encouraged to open bank accounts. Oviolufr IOQII1lllCl'SOllZltlUllS of Lincoln and Roosevelt were given by Mr. Mctllaren. October .?Q--CClClJI'ZIlCCl the birthday of Theodore Roosevelt by a program in his honor. Many interesting talks were given on the different periods of his life. One of the pupils on the program wrote to Mrs. Roosevelt, telling her about the program given. Following is the letter which she wrote: Dear Mrs. Roosevelt: On the birthday of your beloved husband, we of McKinley junior l-Iigh School gave a program in honor of him. It was the first mem- orial program given in our new auditorium, which seats over a thousand persons. One feature of this program was the gift of a beautiful picture of Mr. Roosevelt to the school by the student body. The president of the W'24 graduating class presented it. Mrs. Struthers, the vice-principal, received the picture, and gave a splendid talk on Mr. Rooseve1t's noble character. The picture now hangs in the main hall of our school, so that everyone may look upon his countenance and be inspired to be more like him. Believing that you will be interested to hear how Mr. Roosevelt's life is still influencing the young people to become better American citi- zens in faraway California, and to receive a program, I take liberty of sending you one. Very truly yours. MARGARE'l' THUMAS.

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1 MANY A GATHERING GAY :A The following answer was received: Many thanks for your very interesting letter and program. MRS. THEODORE ROOSEVELT, Sagamore Hill. October 31--Faculty and students enjoyed a concert given by the jubilee Singers. There were songs of various types, among which the humorous pre- dominated. Swing Low, Sweet Chariot was a song enjoyed by all. The recita- tion, When the Co'n Pone's Hot, called forth much appreciative applause and laughter. Novcunber I2-Armistice day was observed by singing patriotic songs, led by Mrs. Netz. A brief talk was given by Mr. Brown. N ooember 27--T116 whole afternoon given over to concert by McKinley tal- ent. It was a wonderful success,-solos, girls' glee club, orchestra, and every- thing. Everybody enjoyed it. December 5- Chimmy McFadden, a well known news editor, visited our school and gave us a splendid talk on the value of an education and advised us to make the best of our opportunities. Mr. McFadden is known all over the United States for his generosity and kindness. He recited a poem to us en- titled, just he de Feller Dat Yo Mudder T'inks You Are. Mr. McFadden wrote this poem when he was but a small lad. In this small and boyish verse he showed the appreciation that all children should hold for their parents. December 9-Auilltflflllm call to remind the pupils of the Harding Memor- ial Fund and incidentally to advertise Their Tomorrowsf' December 13-The first performance of Their Tomorrowsf' by the A9's. This play was a good illustration of the way life unfolds for the student who lives up to the motto of the Wiiitei' Class of '24: Face life squarely. After the close of Act. IV, the Goddess of Liberty appeared, holding alooft the torch of Freedom, and concluded with a stirring appeal: Your country calls you to a quest, To work, to strive with steady nerve, To help, to sacrifice, to serve: America calls-and she must have your best. December I4-Everybody surprised at being called to attend a delightful Christmas program, given entirely by the pupils. Mr. Brown was first to give us a merry greeting. The girls' glee club and the junior boys' glee club enter- tai-ned us with Christmas songs, giymg all a real Christmas spirit. An apprg- priate little play was given, called Upon the Watersq It was so called because it referred to the Bible promise, Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days. The players were Eyelyn Winnen, Louis Fehr, Vivian Rogers, Helen Rand, Easter Cass, and Fred lsldred. Evelyn WIHIICH took the part of a lovable old lady. She cast her bread upon the waters continually to the great objection